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Teenage Nostalgia May 05, 2020

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Calling all former nerds, weirdos and rebels: we’re going back to high school. In this episode, Lauren and Mennlay share teenage memories and early perceptions of cannabis, while also sharing recommendations for nostalgic comfort in the form of all-time favorite films, food, music and books.

Weed Business Ethics with Imelda Walavalkar Apr 22, 2020

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Many weed businesses tout their sustainability and social justice initiatives, but what does it take to walk the talk? In this episode, Lauren speaks with Imelda Walavalkar, Pure Beauty cofounder and CEO, on growing an ethical weed business. Imelda discusses her love for mind expansion, outlines eco friendly cannabis cultivation practices, and clues us in on her favorite ways to support social justice causes. She also shares her thoughts on how to stay true to a creative vision in a tumultuous industry.

Quarantine Confessions Apr 07, 2020

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Who are you during quarantine? In this episode, Lauren and Mennlay share their COVID-19 quarantine confessions: from relationship woes and cooking experiments to long-lost hobbies and DIY weed edibles.

Cannabis & Coronavirus Mar 24, 2020

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We’re living through a pandemic and everything is changing around us, including the way we consider cannabis. Consumers are stockpiling weed. Shop owners are fighting to keep dispensaries open as “essential” businesses, so that people don’t lose access to cannabis. Activists are pushing for the release of incarcerated folks doing time for weed, to slow the spread of the virus in prisons. In this episode, Mennlay and Lauren discuss the intersection of cannabis and COVID-19, while also processing personal emotions and sharing hopes for change in the future.

Weed at Work Mar 10, 2020

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Working in the fast-growing U.S. cannabis industry may trigger fantasies of a “green rush” with easy money, endless opportunities, and joint-smoking breaks at lunch, but what is the reality? In this episode, Mennlay and Lauren share their experiences working in legal cannabis. In addition to covering perennial workplace basics such as how to stand out, what to put on a resume, and fantasy weed boss outfits, they also discuss the problems with outdated workplace drug testing.

Cannabis in Japan with Yumiko Sakuma Feb 25, 2020

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In Japan, consuming weed is a secret, radical act—even talking about it is dangerous. But hemp was part of Japanese ceremonial traditions for centuries. What triggered the change? In this episode, Yumiko Sakuma, author of the Japanese-language book “Let’s Have a Serious Chat About Cannabis,” explains how US government involvement radically reshaped Japanese law and attitudes, and shares her experiences navigating the uncertain waters of Japanese cannabis culture.

Weed, Sex & Relationships Feb 11, 2020

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What happens when the third partner in your relationship isn't a person—it's a plant? Lauren and Mennlay share their stories of the joys and complications of dating while using cannabis, and discuss their personal experiences surrounding weed and sex.

Poetic Visions with Fariha Róisín Jan 28, 2020

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Fariha Róisín is a writer and multidisciplinary artist; she is the author of How to Cure a Ghost, Being In Your Body: A Journal for Self-Love and Body Positivity, and the upcoming novel Like A Bird. In this episode, Mennlay chats to Fariha about weed and psychedelics, ancestral connections, queerness, and proactive healing from trauma.

Weed Dealer Diaries Jan 14, 2020

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From grimy basements and sketchy meetups to polished retail spaces and discreet delivery services, buying and selling weed is an ever-expanding spectrum of experiences. In this episode, Mennlay and Lauren share their memories of buying and selling through the eras of cannabis legalization.

Does CBD Skincare Really Work? Jan 03, 2020

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Beauty and cannabis have collided, with CBD infusing everything from mascara to bath bombs. But can it really be good for your skin? Charlotte Palermino (cofounder of Nice Paper and upcoming skincare brand Dieux) gives us the dirt on CBD-based clinical trials, pricing transparency, packaging woes and real life effects for your face. Plus, we chat about New York’s complicated weed scene and Charlotte’s favorite snacks.

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