Cannabis and Everything with Michael Backes

This week, we were honored to have the self-proclaimed pot-snob and cannabis connoisseur join us on The Cannabis Connoisseur! Michael Backes joined us to go over the behind-the-scenes on creating his #1 bestselling book, Cannabis Pharmacy, and what to expect in his upcoming editions in the future. We got into all of the questions we’ve been itching to ask over the past few months, the history behind his work, practical cannabis tips to enhance your usage, and even got a sneak peak of what will be included in his cannabis products soon to be launched! Lots and lots of great info in this one with a world renowned expert, and is one for The Cannabis Connoisseur ages! Re-listen for cool tips, like us/comment to spread the good word, and share with a friend who you think may enjoy this episode, but most of all, we hope YOU enjoy as well!! We do apologies for the cell phone ring in the background towards the end. We did not record this episode at Gotham podcast studio, this podcast was done virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Michael Backes info:Website- Perfect-blends.comInstagram- @blendsbyperfectBook- The Cannabis Pharmacy (3rd edition to be released in 2021) Cannabis Connoisseur Podcast info:Follow us @ThecannabisC on instagramE-mail us at: [email protected] Smooth Roots for Hemp Productsuse promo code for 20% off!Promo code: Jack20https://smoothroots.co/  Show Notes: 0:00-7:00 Ryan and Jack introduces special guest Michale Backes. All his accolades and previous roles in the hollywood production scenes. 7:01-12:15 Michael discusses why he wrote his best selling book "Cannabis Pharmacy" and what he hoped readers gained from it. 12:16-13:50 Michael discusses his main goal on cannabis production, his passion for terpenes and why it led him to start his own cannabis company. 13:51-15:17 Michael reveals why each of our bodies may respond differently to cannabis. Explaining how consumption, tolerance, and product variables are all factors in our experience. 15:18-19:51 Michael talks about the complex process of breeding his cannabis line of products. How carefully blending terpenes creates the perfect desired effects for consumers. 19:52-23:24 Michael talks about some of the discrepancies with products sold at dispensaries, and why temperature control is vital to maintaining freshness in the plant. 23:25-27:55 Michael answers the differences between flower, vapes, sublinguals and edibles. As well as the evolutionary history of the cannabis plant. 27:56-32:01 Michael reveals his favorite ways to utilize cannabis. And shares tips on how to properly utilize a vaporizer for maximum benefits. 32:02-33:10 Michael answers what his favorite terpenes are. And how he creates the perfect combination in his products. 33:11-35:32 Michael discusses CBD, its medicinal properties, and why he prefers CBD for daytime use. 35:33-39:00 Michael answers what the best dosage is for CBD consumption. And how creating the right balance through micro-dosing could be useful. 39:01-43:57 Michael reveals the misinformation on Indica and Sativa. And the problems with people being miseducated on cannabis products. 43:58-46:35 Michael talks about CBG and its analgesic properties. Noting some new information from research on CBD as well. 46:36-52:00 Michael discusses some of the main misconceptions on cannabis. One of the biggest being (potency equals affects.) 52:01-57:27 Michael states what the possible future of the cannabis movements are. (Policies, products, regulations, etc.) Website- Perfect-blends.comInstagram- @blendsbyperfectBook- The Cannabis Pharmacy (3rd edition to be released in 2021) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.