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High on the Hog The Potcast

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A cannabis education podcast! Zagat editor and radio Host Merrill Shindler and Joanna Belson, Executive Producer, activist mom and cannabis enthusiast, chat about all things THC, CBD and everything in between. Listen in each week to her new topics and meet amazing people in the cannabis industry.

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  1. E56: Punani, Cooter, Muff....Your Quim and cannabis!

    This week -- cannabis based… vaginal lube! Why? What for? And does it work? The medical basis, according to the founder Cyo Nystrom, of the vaginal lube brand Quim @its.quim. Your vag will thank you. Right here, on High on the Hog: The Potcast!

  2. E49: Building the Future of Cannabis with Maha Haq founder of Cannaclub at UCLA

    Maha Haq is the founder of a remarkable group called the CannaClub @cannaclub.ucla -- the purpose of which is not to get high…but to create actual cannabis study classes for academic settings -- where a new generation of THC and CBD advocates can learn the ins and out of medical marijuana We’ll...

  3. E47: Can Cannabis Be Kosher with Shifra Klein

    And why wouldn’t it be? This week, we speak with Shifra Klein -- founder of Mitzvah Wellness -- who discovered the wonders of medical cannabis as she sought out a way of helping her son deal with his autism. And cannabis turned out to be a miracle of biblical proportions! It inspired her to…

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  4. E46: He Fought the Law...and the Law Lost with 420 Attorney Bruce Margolin

    The most powerful and influential cannabis attorney in the world is Bruce Margolin -- a superhero who’s dedicated his life to fighting for the rights of cannabis users -- and changing cannabis laws so that this highly beneficial plant is legal at last. He’s done so much -- and there’s still so…

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  5. E45: What's the News with LA Weekly Cannabis Publisher Michael Miller

    Many newspapers flee from the notion of actually covering news about cannabis, fearful they’ll get in trouble with the Law. But not the LA Weekly -- a brave journal that actually has a Cannabis Edition with Cannabis Publisher! We’ll speak to writer attorney and Worldwide speaker in cannabis…

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  6. E44: Using Cannabis to Get Clean & Sober with Karin Clarke

    The most powerful and influential cannabis attorney in the world is Bruce Margolin -- a superhero who’s dedicated his life to fighting for the rights of cannabis users -- and changing cannabis laws so that this highly beneficial plant is legal at last. He’s done so much -- and there’s still so…

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  7. E43: Are You A CannaSexual with with Ashley Manta Sexuality Educator and of course CannaSexual

    Ashley Manta sure is! For Ashley -- America’s High Priestess of Pleasure -- cannabis is the key that unlocks a breathtaking, mind-boggling, knee-trembling world of sexual pleasure. And through her seminars -- both groups and personal -- she’s helped hundreds to achieve the ultimate sexual...

  8. E42: From Canada with Cannabis : Paul Rosen, Founder and CEO of Pantry Food Company

    Paul Rosen is one of the biggest names in the cannabis business today -- cofounder of PharmaCan Capital and of the food company called Pantry Food Company @pantryfoodco. He learned of the wonders of cannabis in his native Canada…and has brought that casual Canadian style to his quirky neighbors…

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  9. E41: Come Together...and heal with Cannabis with Rico Tarver

    Every week, somewhere in America, a group called CannaGather @cannagather brings together people involved in the cannabis industry, on every level, along with interested civilians. The discussions are lively, timely, and vital. And at the center of them is the charismatic Rico Tarver...

  10. E40: Healing...the next level with Healer, Scientist and Cancer Survivor Christopher Robin Hulliger

    Not long ago, doctors had written off Christopher Robin Hulliger, telling him to go home, and get his affairs in order, because his time was short. Chris was dying. But he refused to accept defeat. With just weeks left to live, he developed a new world of medical cannabis products @qrenano9 . He...

  11. E39: For the Children with Tracy Ryan from documentary Weed The People and Founder of CEO CannaKids

    CannaKids @cannakids was born out of the need to help children suffering from pediatric cancer. Necessity is the Mother of Invention…and in this case, it’s a mother whose involvement created a healing brand…and a lot of kids who have many years before them. We’ll tell you about it…on High on the...

  12. E38: Healer Heal Thyself with Dr Robb Flannery

    Dr. Robb Flannery is a PhD, who needed medical cannabis for a condition that nothing else was fixing. He was dying. And so, he used his medical, and his agricultural expertise, to create high quality strains of cannabis that healed. The result…Dr. Robb Farms and Dr. Robb Products @drrobbfarms.…

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  13. E37: Holy Hemp with The Sisters of the Valley

    Can you imagine a religious movement built around cannabis as a sacrament? Well, you don’t have to imagine it -- because it’s real. They’re called The Sisters of the Valley…and The Sisters of CBD @sistersofthevalley. And they produce a line of products that will heal you…and make you feel one…

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  14. E36: DNA tells no lies with CEO of EndoCannaHealth Len May

    Several months ago, we sent saliva samples to EndoCannaHealth.com @endocanna_health, to be analyzed for our response to cannabis products. The results are back. And they’re both surprising…and reassuring. What did the Hogs discover about their body’s relationships to cannabis, what are they going...

  15. E35: Everything you wanted to know about cannabis...and then some

    Ever have a medical cannabis question-- and you didn’t know who to ask? What you need is a copy of “Cannabis & CBS for Health & Wellness” by Aliza Sherman and Dr Junella Chin. They’re not just experts in the world of medical cannabis -- they know how to boil it all down…into easily digestible,...

  16. E34: Getting the numbers down with Tamar Maritz of VP at  BDS Analytics

    You may never have thought about while enjoying the pleasure of a CBD gummy or a THC vape pen -- but the modern world of cannabis is all about the numbers -- just like any other global business. And those numbers will astound you -- as we talk with Tamar Maritz of VP at BDS Analytics -- this week...

  17. E33: Cannabis and Cancer with Dr. Bonni Goldstein

    Especially, cannabis and pediatric cancer. Anecdotal evidence says…it works…it really works. And we’ve got one of the avatars of cannabis for the cure this week on High on the Hog: The Potcast. You’ll be amazed by the findings of Dr. Bonni Goldstein @bonnigoldsteinmd and amazing doctor from...

  18. E32 Navigating the Legal Maze

    The world of cannabis regulations get more complicated, on a nearly daily basis! It’s enough to make you feel in need of a tike or three! Ruben Honig, Executive Director of the UCBA Trade Association, the largest licensed retail cannabis trade association in California, has dedicated his life to...

  19. E31: Cannabis & Sex with Founder & CEO of Foria Wellness Mathew Gerson

    Better sex, more satisfying sex, memorable sex, sex fueled by high quality medical cannabis products. But not just sex -- Foria is a lifestyle products. And the lifestyle…is deeply sensual. Sex is what Foria products are all about. You’ll want to hear this episode of High on the Hog: The Potcast....

  20. E30: Worshipping the Temple with Temple Mike!

    Here at High on the Hog: The Potcast, we are obsessed with tracking down brands committed to the highest quality products imaginable. We’re committed to separating the mass-produced pigs, from the artisan hogs. And with Temple Extracts, we’ve found a product that’s worthy of its name. This is a...

  21. E29: Building a cannabis brand

    Dixie Elixirs is one of the best known brands in the burgeoning world of CBD and THC. Not long ago, no one knew them. Now…they’re everywhere. How does a medical cannabis brand go from nothing…to everything…so fast. Building a brand, with quality and a commitment to excellence…and science… here on...

  22. E28: The Opioid Crisis and how to fix it with Harry Nelson

    Attorney Harry Nelson, author of The United States of Opioids, has dedicated his life to defining the roots of the opioid crisis -- and to finding a cure. He may have found one -- in the world of medical cannabis! Can CBD bring the crisis to an end -- and save many lives? We’ll discuss it, in…

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  23. E27: The Opioid Crisis...and how it happened with Author and Attorney Harry Nelson

    We speak with attorney Harry Nelson, author of the brilliant volume, The United States of Opioids, about the crisis that’s crippling large segments of America, and leaving thousands dead and disabled. How did we get here? And can medical cannabis help? The answer is surprising…and deeply...

  24. E26: Seizing the Moment!

    As a child, Anya Cravitz suffered from seizures that were uncontrollable, unexpected, and potently life threatening. She spent her lifetime on drugs -- and seeking an alternative. Which Anya found in the brave new world of CBD and THC. Medical cannabis has changed her life -- as she tells us on...

  25. E25: Female Health: Cannabis and The Vagina with Survivor Brittany Van Gundy

    When Britney Van Gundy was faced with a serious female condition, she tried every bit of traditional. medicine she could. And when nothing worked, she turned to medical cannabis.. The result is…almost beyond belief. Britney Van Gundy with the details -- the truth! -- on High on the Hog: The Potcast.

  26. E24: Healer. Heal Thyself with Shannon Barnett LVN and founder of Sana Sana Formulas

    Nurse Shannon Barnett’s life was falling apart. She had an incurable disease, that was effecting every part of her body and soul. Nothing worked. Until she turned to medical cannabis. THC and CBD made her whole again. And inspired her to start a medical cannabis company. Her journey exclusively…

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  27. E23: Dr Tim Shu: Pot for Pets with Pet Vet Founder of Vet CBD

    We’ve been talking about the amazing things that THC and CBD can do for our health -- medical cannabis is the wave of the future! But how about about furry friends? Are there cannabis products to help heal our dogs and cats -- to say nothing of cats, fish, birds and even snakes? There sure are!…

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  28. E22: The Science is real..... and really involved! Dr Jeffrey Raber from The Werc Shop

    Cannabis is just something people grow in a coat closet under Gro-Lights anymore. There’s a lot of testing, researching, quality control -- everything needed by the fastest growing medical industry in the world today! How are the labs that do the testing…tested? We’ve got Dr. Jeffrey Raber...

  29. E21: Botanicals? Naturals? What does it all mean in the the world of medical cannabis!

    There are lots of terms randomly tossed around these days -- and most of us have no idea what they mean! That’s where High on the Hog: The Potcast comes in. Hosted by Food Writer Merrill Shindler, Cannaseur Janice Hardoon, and our producer Joanna Belson., we demystify the meaning of it all. Be a...

  30. E20: Beware of Spam…unless you want to spend a lot for canola oil!

    Do you ever open your e-mail -- and find it filled with lots of announcements of The New Miracle Cure: CBD Can Heal You…If You Buy Sight-Unseen From Us! Is any of that true? Probably not! On High on the Hog: The Potcast, we speak about the importance of buying your medical cannabis from...

  31. E19: Fighting the Good Fight

    The battle for legalization of, at least, medical cannabis is a tough one. But it’s more than worthwhile -- THC and CBD can heal, sooth and help so much with so many ills. We speak with Sarah Armstrong of Americans for Safe Access @americansforsafeaccess, who’s leading the charge to make sure we...

  32. E18: The Upside of.......Upside with Co-Founder Gay Gelman

    How did an event and party planner come to create an amazing fruit candy, laced with healing CBD? As is often the case, it grew out of a medical necessity in her own life. Necessity really is the mother of…medical cannabis products! And not only does it work…it tastes so good. Gay Gelman,...

  33. E17: Cannabis and Cancer: The Academic View

    Can cannabis slow the growth of cancerous cells in the body? There’s lots of evidence it can. But it’s all anecdotal -- our government won’t allow real scientists to do real studies of the real effects of cannabis. THC and CBD might be able to save lives. What’s the hold-up? We’ll discuss that…

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  34. E16: Real People, Real Questions, Real Answers!

    This week, High on the Hog: The Potcast, continues on the road, speaking to real people about real problems -- and finding real solutions thanks to the healing power of medical cannabis -- of CBD and THC! Does CBD work for dogs and cats? Of course it does -- and there’s a whole world of products...

  35. E15: The Hogs Run Wild with Nurse Shannon

    This week, the High on the Hog Team -- Merrill Shindler, Janice Hardoon and Joanna Belson -- go to a CBD Social -- a medical cannabis Tupperware party for dozens of wanna be users of the medical buzz of the decade…and maybe of the century. We demonstrate, we discuss…and we speak to a nurse, LVN...

  36. E14: Hall of Flowers Blooms with Rama Mayo

    Every year, thousands of cannabis sellers and buyers gather in Northern California at the fabled Hall of Flowers -- where every strain, every variation, every new development in cannabis is to be found. For those like us, who have come to believe in the wonders of CBD and THC, it’s like being a…

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  37. E13: Well Worn Genes with Len May CEO EndoCannaHealth

    Would you believe your tolerance of cannabis based products -- of THC and CBD -- is determined by your genetic makeup? And that’s not all! By testing your DNA, with a simple swab, and then sending to a super high-tech laboratory, you can get a report on how much of what to use for whatever it is...

  38. E12: Ophelia Chong and her Pretty Buds Ready For Their Close Up!

    Medical cannabis isn’t just about the products. There’s a universe of promotion, packaging, marketing -- even photography and the focusing of medical cannabis for very specific ethnic groups. This week, we speak to the remarkable Ophelia Chong @stockpotimages, a multi-tasker who really does do it...

  39. E11: Can Big Weed Compete

    Is medical cannabis about to be taken over by Big Business? By Big Pharma…and Big Tobacco. And how will that impact this business that literally has grown…from the ground up? We take an in-depth look at the fast-growing world of CBD and THC -- and how Big Business may be changing the whole...

  40. E10: Weed The People

    How powerful is medical cannabis? Profoundly powerful is the best way to put it! This week, we discuss a life-changing documentary called Weed the People @weedthepeople -- the gripping story of lives saved by medical cannabis. Specifically, it’s ability to deeply affect those suffering from...

  41. E9: White Lab Coats and Green Miracles with Papa & Barkley's COO Boris Shcharansky

    Think it’s easy to mix up a batch of healing medical cannabis balm. Just a dash of CBD here…and a spoonful of THC there? Not even close! The process is intense and demanding, like making fine wines, only more so. We’ll take you behind the scenes with COO Boris Shcharansky at the creation of the...

  42. E8: Papa & Barkley Knows Best

    How is a major medical cannabis brand come to be? Well, in the case of industry leader Papa & Barkley @papaandbarkley, necessity was truly the mother of invention. The founder’s father was in pain. And his son mixed up a batch of cannabis cream -- and the result was nothing short of miraculous.…

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  43. E7: Cannabis Cuisine!: Cooking with Weed

    Does cannabis and food mix? We don't just mean with pizza, nachos and beer. But fine, highly quality cannabis with ultra gourmet cooking by Michelin award winning chef and master cannabis cook Holden Jagger (@chefholdenjagger @alteredplates) and cannasseur Rachel Burkons (@smokesipsavor)! It's an...

  44. E6: Tasty! And Good For You Too!

    Can you imagine being a professional cannabis taster? A person who spends their days -- and nights -- sampling medical marijuana? Is it easy? Not a chance! But we've got a woman who's figured out how to do it -- and she never gets tired of finding new healing medications, made with THC and...

  45. E5: How Does Your Cannabis Grow?

    Medical marijuana doesn’t just fall from the sky! The plants have to be cultivated and harvested. Then, the processing is long and complicated -- very expensive, and incredibly high-tech. This is not longer an industry built around a grow light and a spare closet. Cannabis is big business. And...

  46. E4: Mad at Reefer Madness!

    Has Reefer Madness returned? Or are we on the edge of a new age of healing -- an new epoch not unlike the years after the discovery of antibiotics. There were doubters. But those who believed -- went on to save the world! Cannabis heals -- and marijuana maven Camie Cutter @reeferrolls will be…

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  47. E3: The Inventor Episode

    What’s it like to work in the world of medical marijuana, to create products, to weigh and measure, to sample, to be on the cutting edge of the future of healing? We’ve got cannabis creative force Camie Cutter (IG reeferrolls), who strips away the myths and the half truths, to reveal what works,...

  48. E2: Giving Pain The Boot!

    Do you have aches and pains that nothing seems to heal? Have you tried everything, from chiropractic to acupuncture to faith healing -- and still…nothing? It’s time to for a deep dive into the wonderful, and incredibly complex world of medical marijuana. Cannabis heals -- through THC, CBD and so...

  49. E1: C-B…WHO…T-H…WHAT?

    Join us for High on the Hog: The Potcast, as our resident Cannabis Consultants, our Marijuana Mavens, our Wizards of Weed, talk all things CBD, THC and more. The Medical Wave of the Future is here now...and we're loving the ride!

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A cannabis education podcast! Zagat editor and radio Host Merrill Shindler and Joanna Belson, Executive Producer, activist mom and cannabis enthusiast, chat about all things THC, CBD and everything in between. Listen in each week to her new topics and meet amazing people in the cannabis industry.

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