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Sex on Weed Feb 22, 2022

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Contrary to what the CBD lube companies might have you believe, cannabis and sex is not just about getting the so-called “best” orgasm of your life. In this episode, Mennlay and Lauren get spicy and cerebral, discussing the many ways that weed can help, hinder, and teach during sexual experiences.

Director’s Cut with Alberta Poon Jan 25, 2022

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Getting stoned and immersing yourself in a great film or television show is a classic weedy pleasure. In this episode, Lauren chats with director and filmmaker Alberta Poon about her love for cannabis, the importance of her creative community, and the special magic it takes to make a film come to life, especially in an industry still struggling with representation.. Grab your infused popcorn and cozy up for a captivating listen!

Comfort Objects Dec 28, 2021

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As another challenging year comes to a close, Lauren and Mennlay share the experiences, recommendations, and people who helped them get through it.

Here Come the Mushroom People Nov 30, 2021

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Are you a mushroom person? Mushroom People is a special single-edition magazine from the Broccoli team exploring the beguiling world of fungi. In this episode, Mennlay chats with Broccoli and Mushroom People editor Stephanie Madewell about how the magazine mixes mushroom fact and fantasy, collecting specimens of all kinds: the strange and familiar, beautiful and ugly, toxic and healing, ephemeral and enduring.

Rhythm Nation Oct 26, 2021

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Routine can be a comfort, securely rooting us in our own little corners of the world, but when those daily patterns get too cozily tight, they can act as a fetter, holding us back from new experiences. In this episode, Mennlay and Lauren talk about how weed can be both a helper and a hindrance when it comes to managing the day-to-day rhythms of life, work, and travel.

A Weed is a Flower Sep 28, 2021

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Broccoli's newest project is a photography book collecting images from over 25 artists around the world, each revealing different facets of the cannabis plant's unexpected beauty. In this conversation, Anja Charbonneau, Broccoli's creative director and editor in chief, talks with Lauren about how this book came to be, the therapeutic power of flowers, the sometimes fraught nature of beautifying weed, and how much room there still is for creative expression in the cannabis world.

Weedy Friendships Aug 31, 2021

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Do you remember the first time you tried weed? Who were you with, and how did that person shape your experience? In today’s episode, Lauren and Mennlay discuss the broad concept of friendships and how these crucial relationships overlap into the weedier parts of our lives. While cannabis may be a bonding agent in some friendships, it can cause others to splinter. From highschool stories of becoming the “bad kid” who smokes to establishing new connections in our 30’s, we hope today’s episode makes you think fondly about your pals.

Cannabis & Spirituality Jul 27, 2021

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Cannabis is often praised for its power of connectivity, whether it’s the simple act of bonding over a joint or consuming the plant to become in tune with your physical body. But what about connecting us to something bigger, something more unknown? In this episode, Mennlay and Lauren discuss the intersection of cannabis and spirituality, tapping into their personal memories and formative experiences surrounding religion, rituals, and shifting perspectives.

Getting Toastyy with Jamie Lea Jul 13, 2021

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How can you turn a love for cannabis into a career? For Jamie Lea, founder of CBD and wellness brand Toastyy, it was a combination of fate and dedication. After being laid off from her corporate job at the start of the pandemic, Jamie seized the opportunity to turn an existing passion into a business, one that was all her own. In this episode, Mennlay and Jamie chat about the challenges and lessons learned from within the cannabis industry, and Jamie shares her personal journey from college athlete to solo-entrepreneur wellness queen. This conversation is a must-listen for budding entrepreneurs, and anyone looking to take the leap into the weed industry.

Weed & Working Moms Jun 30, 2021

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Despite ongoing legalization, the stigma associated with cannabis is still a major issue. Mothers who consume face a huge spectrum of risk, from snarky judgment to potentially losing access to their children in states where cannabis is not yet legal. Now, imagine being a mom who works in the weed industry; there’s a lot to navigate. In this episode, Lauren chats with Heather Larimer, the Chief Marketing Officer of 1906 (a low dose edibles brand) about life as a working weed mom.

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