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The Wake + Bake PodcastEp 206 - Can you make edibles feel more like smoking? (A Conversation with Riley Kirk PhD)We all notice the difference. Smoking has a fast onset, and a different “feel”.
Edibles tend to last longer and avoid any of the potential pitfalls of smoking.
Is there a way to get the best of both worlds?
This week, we sat down with Riley Kirk PhD (aka Cannabichem) to talk about a breakthrough that is leading to the possibility of edibles that feel more like smoking.
We also cover:
Whether or not strain specific edibles are a th...
2023-11-301h 00
Isn't Life Curious?What’s In a Toke? Exploring the Chemistry of Cannabis Smoke and More with Dr. Riley Kirk | BTS #79Why does smoking Cannabis deliver unique effects compared to vaping or ingesting Cannabis? Why are social media platforms banning Cannabis educators from talking about the science of Cannabis? We have questions!
In this behind-the-scenes episode I sat down with Dr. Riley Kirk (@cannabichem) from Real Isolates, the company behind the Cannabis smoke extract product called Smokenol, to talk about the chemistry of Cannabis smoke (and lots of other cool natural products science!). In this conversation we discuss some of the unique cannabinoids that show up in Cannabis smoke and what Dr. Kirk has learned during her time...
2023-01-101h 25
Isn't Life Curious?What’s In a Toke? Exploring the Chemistry of Cannabis Smoke and More with Dr. Riley Kirk | BTS #79Why does smoking Cannabis deliver unique effects compared to vaping or ingesting Cannabis? Why are social media platforms banning Cannabis educators from talking about the science of Cannabis? We have questions!
In this behind-the-scenes episode I sat down with Dr. Riley Kirk (@cannabichem) from Real Isolates, the company behind the Cannabis smoke extract product called Smokenol, to talk about the chemistry of Cannabis smoke (and lots of other cool natural products science!). In this conversation we discuss some of the unique cannabinoids that show up in Cannabis smoke and what Dr. Kirk has learned during her time...
2023-01-101h 25
Smoke N' Science3.6- Ethnobotany and the world of medicinal plants ft. Dr. Cassandra QuaveThis weeks guest is Dr. Cassandra Quave. Dr. Quave is an ethnobotanist, associate professor at Emory University, an author and a mother. Join us as we talk about the process of discovering modern medicine from traditionally used natural products, the current tools we use to analyze nature as medicine, the beautiful complexity of nature and so much more.
Disclaimer: Everything in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts and those interviewed; this is not medical advice.
Dr. Quave's Book: The Plant Hunter: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/612171/the-plant-hunter-by-cassandra-leah-quave/
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2022-12-3059 minSmoke N' Science3.5 - What's in a strain? Cannabis Genetics ft. Dr. Anna Schwabe, PhDCannabis genetics have truly gone wild with new strains emerging every day. On this episode of Smoke N' Science we break down Cannabis genetics with expert Dr. Anna Schwabe, PhD., also known as "Dr. Annabis". Anna is a passionate researcher, educator, and cannabis enthusiast. You may have heard of "pheno-hunting," but what is a phenotype? And what changes in the plant's genetics lead to different effects and varieties of the plant? Answers to this and more on this episode!
Disclaimer: Everything in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts and those interviewed; this is not medical advice...
2022-11-151h 17Smoke N' ScienceDosing and Utilizing CBD Products (extra credit 3.4)On this episode of Smoke N' Science the Smokenol™ team dives into practical application of CBD. What types of CBD products exist, what dose are people typically taking, and why are so many people finding benefits from taking CBD products. We have found many benefits of taking CBD daily but finding the optimal dose and products can be difficult. Our team will share what has worked best for us and answer some common questions regarding CBD. If you're looking to try a new CBD product, we produce unique CBD topicals and a tincture that our customers say is more eff...
2022-10-2834 minSmoke N' Science3.4 D8, D10, HHC from CBD are not the same as CBD (ft. Dr. Jahan Marcu, PhD)On this episode of Smoke N' Science, Riley and Miyabe talk with Dr. Jahan Marcu, PhD an expert in the endocannabinoid system and Cannabis policy. The three dive into a variety of subjects including the many uses of CBD, synthetic THC isomers (D8-THC, D10-THC, HHC, etc.), and cannabis research and education. Regulation is a challenge for the cannabis industry, especially with the legal landscape differing with each state. Join us as we discuss the many unknowns, both positive and negative, of the every-changing industry.
Disclaimer: Everything in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts...
2022-10-141h 09Smoke N' ScienceExtra Credit! 3.3 Science O' Smoke Cont.This extra credit episode dives deeper into the science of smoke. We discuss some chemical changes that occur during the smoking process as well as discuss the major differences between smoking, dry herb vaping, and concentrate vaping. All of these cannabis consumption methods have one thing in common and that is heat. Different levels of heat introduced to the products will result in changes to the chemistry that is entering your body! Not everyone prefers the feeling of smoking, and we encourage all users to explore different consumption methods to see what works best for you. As always, thanks...
2022-10-0134 min
The North American Weed TourCannabis E-Commerce and SEO With Rank Really High | North American Weed Tour Podcast S2 E8Welcome to season two episode 8 of the North American Weed Tour Podcast with Dan Mondello of Rank Really High.
Daniel is the Co-Founder and CEO of Rank Really High. Rank Really High is a disruptive cannabis dispensary marketing platform that combines native, headless e-commerce with precision Google and Microsoft search advertising. Rank Really High offers value in offering automation and high-value SEO in conjunction with the top e-com menu platforms available in cannabis like I Heart Jane and Dutchie.
Today we talk about cannabis e-commerce experiences, the power of SEO, and running Google Ads for...
2022-09-1441 minSmoke N' Science3.3 Science O' SmokeNew episode on our favorite topic! Part of breaking the stigma of cannabis requires breaking the stigma of smoking. While we do not deny the negative side effects linked to smoking, we also believe there are unexplored advantages, specifically for cannabis. Some of us prefer the effects of smoked cannabis which actually makes smoking a more therapeutic option for a specific population. Heat transformation is significant and a major part of the science behind the unique effects of smoking. This changes the overall experience of cannabis in a way that we can't yet fully explain, but in this episode we...
2022-09-091h 15The North American Weed TourThe Difference Between Edibles and Smoking Highs With Smokenol | North American Weed Tour Podcast S2 E7Welcome to season two episode 7 of the North American Weed Tour Podcast with Andrew Westerkamp and Miyabe Shields of Smokenol.
Andrew is the co-founder and Miyabe is the Chief Science Officer of Smokenol. The company produces extracts from cannabis smoke in a patent-pending extraction method. This provides edible effects more similar to those of smoking. Products containing Smokenol will feel different because of the unique diversity and balance of cannabinoids.
Today we talk about how Smokenol extraction and products work and why there is a difference between edible and smoking highs.
2022-09-081h 03Smoke N' ScienceExtra Credit! 3.2 The Epilepsy WarriorA bit more about our main takeaways from our chat with Dr. Callie Seaman on cannabis and epilepsy. We take a deeper look into Epidiolex, the CBD pharmaceutical that is prescribed for epilepsy and the possible molecular mechanisms that underlie the effects. We also talk about chemodiversity which is our favorite part of the what the cannabis plant has to offer therapeutically. Next week we're covering our favorite topic: the science o' smoke!
Disclaimer: Everything in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts and those interviewed; this is not medical advice.
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2022-09-0216 min
Cannapreneur PartnersDr. Miyabe Shields & Dr. Riley Kirk- PhD Hosts of Smokenol's "Smoke N' Science" PodcastMiyabe is the Chief Scientific Officer at Real Isolates. They have a background in pharmacology eicosanoids, endocannabinoids, synthetic cannabinoids, and phytocannabinoids. Their current project is focused on bringing biochemical validation and formulation to traditional plant-based medicines, specifically the composition of medicinal smoke; exploring how they can optimize formulations for therapeutic gain for chronic conditions. They believe that the interaction of cannabis and the brain can be pivotal to quality of life, especially in the context of neurodiversity. They says that cannabis saved their life, and they believes in the molecular basis of cannabis as a valid therapeutic option for...
2022-08-311h 08Smoke N' Science3.2 The Epilepsy Warrior (ft. Dr. Callie Seaman, PhD)Epilepsy is a neurological disorder that causes recurrent, unprovoked seizures. While there are pharmaceutical medications that treat epilepsy, not everyone responds well to them, and cannabis has been shown to have huge therapeutic potential in reducing or completely stopping seizures. We are thrilled to be joined in this episode by Dr. Callie Seaman, PhD a cannabis scientist with epilepsy who shares our love for this amazing plant and our outlook on the incredible potential of the unknown in the universe!
Disclaimer: Everything in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts and those interviewed; this is not...
2022-08-261h 19
Smoke N' ScienceExtra Credit! 3.1 - Receptors Make You Feel ThingsOur "extra credit" episodes will always be between full-length episodes and aim to further solidify the main takeaways from the previous episode by providing detailed information on the topic. It's always helpful to hear something described more than once, and that's certainly the case when it comes to complex topics like receptors. This episode is a deep dive into receptors and so if you're having trouble with, it may be helpful to re-listen to the previous episode. As usual, please send us any questions!
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2022-08-1920 min
Fog'N'GrowUnderstanding Medical Marijuana | Fog 'N Grow Podcast Ep. 5We're back with the continuation of our last week's episode with Natty (@nattysknottynursery on Instagram), our fine lad from the astounding faraway land, Newfoundland. After describing life in this gem of a place, we dive deeper into how this medicine has helped him. For example, how an edible works well to numb out muscle and nerve pain after a devastating horseback riding accident. For him, even the best flower that's been taken really far in the harvest, with amber trichomes cannot be compared to the pain-relieving effects of edible cannabis. Also, wanna know about a new cutting-edge tec...
2022-08-191h 04
Smoke N' Science3.1 Receptors Make You Feel ThingsReceptors are how your body talks to itself and to the rest of the world. We could not function without receptors and this episode focuses on the CB1 and CB2 receptors, which are the main receptors in the endocannabinoid system that interact with the active molecules in cannabis. This episode will have you thinking about your CB1 receptors in a new light that just might change the way you enjoy your cannabis! We'll also go into other substances and how Cannabis use can be a strategy for harm reduction (begins at the 51min marker).
Disclaimer: anything discussed...
2022-08-121h 26
Smoke N' Science3.0 The Best Science Bits from this SeasonWelcome to season 3 with the team that is literally "smokenol day". This episode is a lightning round of the very best science bits from the rest of the season. Get a taste for what's to come - this season is going to be bigger and better with "extra credit" and facilitated discussions. Starting off with the most important receptors in the brain/body all the way to explaining how complex cannabis products can affect them, this season will help guide you to new depths in your cannabis understanding!
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2022-08-0515 min
DroTVMy First Time Ep #101 | Dr Miyabe Shields, PHDMy First Time Episode #101 w/Dr Miyabe Shields, PHD About Miyabe: 🌳 Dr. Miyabe Shields is a biochemist specializing in the endocannabinoid system (ECS). Miyabe makes incredibly fun and interesting educational content on Instagram and TikTok, hosts "Smokenol" a smoke 'n science podcast, and is a part of Profound Naturals, a Real Isolates company striving to bring scientific validity to the effectiveness of natural products designed to help us. 👇CHECK OUT MORE OF MIYABE IN THE LINKS BELOW 👇 🖥SMOKENOL PODCAST🖥 @smokenol https://smokenol.com/podcast/ 📸INSTAGRAMS:📸 PERSONAL: https://www.instagram.com/miyabephd/ SMOKENOL: https...
2022-07-1833 min
WeedBudz RadioIntentional Living with Cannabis Research Scientist, Riley KirkHello everyone and welcome to another episode of Weed Budz Radio! I am your host, Ry Russell and today we have a special guest, Riley Kirk, Ph.D. Cannabis Research Scientist and Educator. Join our discussion of the importance of using intention to heal, nourish, and make lifestyle changes to promote healthy living. Learn about Riley's journey of educating individuals across the country about equipping themselves to make good choices about how and when to use traditional Pharma vs natural remedies such as cannabis and her desire to create supplements that are ethically harvested and safer for con...
2022-07-0427 min
Smoke N' Science2.6 - The Skinny on Topicals (SEASON FINALE)Cannabis topicals can be a helpful tool to improve quality of life by delivering a high concentration of active molecules directly on the skin. Our skin is the largest organ in the body and it is covered in CB1 receptors! Our team loves topicals and this episode is dedicated to explaining exactly why they can be so useful!
Disclaimer: anything discussed on this podcast is not medical advice; this podcast is hosted by Cannabis scientists and consumers sharing their personal thoughts and opinions with the community.
JAMA Sunscreen Paper: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31961417/
2022-06-101h 20Smoke N' Science2.5 "Hash"-tag Transformation (ft. Murphy Murri @murphymurri)This week we have special guest Murphy Murri on the podcast! Murphy is an expert in Cannabis extraction and an educator in the Cannabis community. On this episode we talk about ways to get into the Cannabis industry, diving into some niche language used to describe Cannabis products, and hash, what it is and how it’s made (along with many other topics as always)! Thanks for listening!
Disclaimer: anything discussed on this podcast is not medical advice; this podcast is hosted by Cannabis scientists and consumers sharing their personal thoughts and opinions with the community.
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2022-05-131h 17Smoke N' Science2.4 Fascinated by Nature (ft. Dr. Gordon Walker, PhD @fascinatedbyfungi)Riley and Miyabe talk with Dr. Gordon Walker, also known as FascinatedbyFungi on social media. The three scientists talk about how different components of nature can be healing, how both mushrooms and Cannabis help us understand and appreciate the natural world and discuss censorship issues on social media while educating about natural products.
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2022-04-1455 minSmoke N' Science2.3 Flower N' PharmacologyThe most popular method for using cannabis is smoking flower; it's also the most ancient. Flower is amazing and in this episode team smokenol explains why we are so into researching smoking flower. We also take a big picture look at pharmacology, the study of drugs in the body. Whether you know it or not, pharmacology is a central part of your life. So if you've always wondered why certain strains hit different, come hang out with us in this team smokenol smoke n' science sesh!
Disclaimer: This is not medical advice; this podcast is hosted by...
2022-03-291h 13
Growing Forward: Cannabis and New MexicoCannabis Clock Ticks Down, Plus the Science of a Plant | 3.22.22The clock is ticking to the start of legal recreational-use cannabis sales in New Mexico. April 1st at noon is the first time people can buy cannabis without having a medical card. So, how ready is the state for this new industry? We check in with Kristen Thomson, Director of the New Mexico Cannabis Control Division, to find out. Specifically, the Growing Forward team wants to know if there is concern about a shortage of supply, given the aggressive timeline for this rollout. In addition, lawmakers failed to make an adjustment to the Cannabis Regulation Act during the recent...
2022-03-2244 minSmoke N' Science2.2 Inside a Cannabis Testing Lab (ft. Dr. Amber Wise, PhD)Every legal cannabis purchase goes through rigorous testing before reaching the shelves to ensure the product is safe and up to standard. On this episode of Smoke n' Science, Riley and Miyabe speak with Dr. Amber Wise, PhD the scientific director of Medicine Creek Analytics in Washington State and co-chair of programming for the American Chemical Society's Cannabis Subdivision. Amber also does research, this episode dives into a brief overview of testing and where the industry is at with quality control.
Disclaimer: This is not medical advice; this podcast is hosted by cannabis scientists and consumers sharing...
2022-03-041h 00Smoke N' Science2.1 Conversations that Change the Stigma (ft. Shango Los)We've all had difficult conversations about cannabis. Whether it's a friend, family member, or a healthcare provider, it can be demoralizing to feel invalidated and frustrating if you're struggling to find the right words. Many people still have a negative bias about the plant, which isn’t their fault as there’s been a lot of propaganda advocating against it over the years. On this episode of Smoke N' Science, we talk to Shango Los, host of Shaping Fire and expert at cannabis communication. Together, we’re going to share some difficulties we’ve had and some tricks we use to b...
2022-02-141h 07
Smoke N' ScienceBONUS - We are "smokenol" day (professionally)!This episode is dedicated to our all of our listeners who are patients first, like us. Your support has been amazing and inspired us to continue to make a bigger and better season 2. In this special BONUS episode, we share our stories and why we are so passionate about cannabis science and education. Our second season is going to start with a bang in just two weeks! Again, we can't thank all of you enough for choosing to be a part of our community!
*Note: All opinions expressed in this podcast are just that. W...
2022-01-2815 min
Stoner Chicks Podcast45. Stoners N' Science (feat. Dr. Miyabe Shields and Dr. Riley Kirk)Cannabis scientists Dr. Miyabe Shields and Dr. Riley Kirk join us this week to answer our burning questions about the endocannabinoid system, secondary metabolites, and MORE!
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2022-01-2833 min
Cooked and CaffeinatedCooked and Caffeinated #7 - CannabiChem - Riley DeeThe seventh ever episode of Cooked and Caffeinated. A weekly show, live on Twitch, where I sit down with varying guests from the cannabis industry and get to know them a little better over coffee, and a few bowls. On this episode I sit down with Riley Dee from CannabiChem on IG and TikTok. Riley is a PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences, a cannabis researcher, a natural product chemist, and part of the team over at Smokenol. We talk a little about her time on TikTok and how that began; we chat about everything from the amazing work they are...
2022-01-131h 57Smoke N' Science1.5 The Source of the Stigma (ft. Dr. Paloma Lehfeldt)For the last episode of Smoke N’ Science in 2021, Riley and Miyabe interview Dr. Paloma Lehfeldt. Dr. Paloma is a medical doctor, and an advocate for Cannabis. The three discuss the challenges of being a Cannabis advocate in the medical space and the stigmas associated with it, what doctors learn about Cannabis in medical school, and tools she uses to educate patients on Cannabis, among other interesting topics! Thanks for all your support this year!
*Note: All opinions expressed in this podcast are just that. We are NOT medical professionals making formal recommendations; we are just two ca...
2021-12-2050 minSmoke N' Science1.4 Categorizing CannabisIn this week’s episode of Smoke N’ Science we’re going to dive into some language used to describe different cannabis varieties. There are hundreds of different Cannabis varieties that exist, and new ones are being created every day. The different types can cause very different effects on our body because they contain different molecules! The most common term to describe these types is ‘strain’ but the Cannabis industry is evolving to include newer more accurate terms, mainly chemovar and cultivar. Let’s discuss the different language we use to describe Cannabis and where we see Cannabis classification going in the...
2021-11-1353 minSmoke N' Science1.3 Cannabis & Pain pt. 2In this episode of SmokeN’Science we dive into some specific examples of chronic pain including migraines, fibromyalgia, GI issues, and endometriosis. We then discuss some ways that would be most effective for taking Cannabis as medicine depending on how quickly you want to feel the effects and where pain is located in your body! We also have a special interview with a Cannabis grower and patient, Connor V. with Frankenstein Genetics, who will discuss how Cannabis changed the trajectory of his life with smokenol inventor Andy Westerkamp.
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2021-10-1552 minSmoke N' Science1.2 Cannabis & Pain pt. 1On episode 2 of Smoke N' Science we talk about pain. Pain is the number one use for medicinal Cannabis in the United States, and this is no accident. Cannabis can change the way pain signals are sent in our brains and provide some much-needed relief, especially for chronic pain sufferers! In today's episode we begin to talk about pain, what it is, the different kinds of pain, and what's happening in our brain when we experience pain. Join us on this journey into our endocannabinoid system to learn more- we promise it won't be painful to listen to!
2021-10-0458 minSmoke N' Science1.1 Scientist Smoke SessionRiley and Miyabe peek under the covers of cannabis research and discuss some of the barriers to science that have contributed to the stigma. Miyabe summarizes the system in our bodies that is responsible for the effects and the medicinal benefits of Cannabis, and Riley explains why natural products that contain complex formulations have unique benefits in comparison to the traditional pharmaceutical route of a single isolated molecule. Take an inside view of Riley and Miyabe’s team chemistry and how they hope to change the status quo! Up next: the science behind cannabis and all types of pain, an...
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