Lit And Lucid

Prepare to have your mind blown in this episode of Lit & Lucid as we discuss the future of terpenes with Max Koby, CEO of ABSTRAX Tech. Max and his team at ABSTRAX are pioneering terpene driven sensorial experiences to help shape the cannabis industry into the future. We learn more about the process of botanical extraction to create intricate terpene flavor profiles and how companies can utilize these terpenes in their products to create specific experience driven outcomes. Max tells us about the exciting experiment his team did with Max Montrose of the Trichome Institute, candidly deemed "Man vs. Machine" where both parties were able to further legitimize their findings in the field. Stay tuned for the next episode where we follow up with Max Montrose about his background as an Interpener. If you are interested in learning about terpenes and are ready to get really in-depth and lucid on the topic this episode is for you! Subscribe to our show on Apple Podcasts, Anchor.fm, Spotify, Breaker, Google Podcast

Tune in to Episode 108 featuring Kristin Murr-Sloat Co-Founder of AlpinStash, small-batch clean cannabis cultivation in Colorado. We discuss Kristin’s journey of utilizing cannabis for a back injury related to playing hockey as a youth. Kristin is candid with us in her journey to becoming a cannamom and all the factors that go into consuming cannabis as a new mom and the stigmas associated with it. You may remember AlpinStash from an early episode of L&L as we sit down with Co-Founder of AlpinStash, Danny Sloat. Today Kristin handles much of the day to day and compliance matters at AlpinStash and pays special recognition to the small staff that helps keep the business running. As a small, craft cannabis cultivation we discuss the uphill battle with dispensaries and how we see the industry shifting focus to shining light on the growers in the future. Subscribe to our show on Apple Podcasts, Anchor.fm, Spotify,  Breaker, Google Podcasts, and beyond! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/

Tune in to Episode 107 featuring Narmin Jarrous, Chief Development Office of Exclusive Brands. We discuss how she found cannabis to help alleviate many years of pain and suffering from Endrometriosis with little relief from Western Medicine. Narmin takes us through her journey of discovering plant medicine and the tough conversations she’s still having today with friends and family about her decision to consume and work in the cannabis industry. With Michigan being a newly legalized state, Narmin has been able to work her way up the ranks of a new industry focusing on Exclusive Brand’s social equity program and finding her niche in writing applications. Narmin recently was promoted to Chief Development Officer where she’ll continue her good work in the industry breaking stigmas and misconceptions about cannabis consumers and help those disadvantaged in the industry become successful. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lit-and-lucid/support

Tune in to Episode 106 with return guest, Maryam Henein of the Honey Colony as we dissect today's world events to help discover the truth. Maryam is an investigative journalist and Director of Vanishing of the Bees and has spent ample time researching timely topics including COVID-19, vaccine efficacy and online censorship. Censorship is a well known struggle in the cannabis industry where many CBD companies are restricted from payment processors online and cannabis companies are unable to advertise online due to the lack of federal legalization. We candidly discuss these topics to help shine light on what's truly happening in today's world. Check out Episode 66 with Maryam where we are first introduced to the concept of technofascism. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lit-and-lucid/support

We’ve all been affected by everything 2020 has thrown at us, though not everyone has been so candid about how their business was affected and the sheer tenacity it takes to pivot. We sit down with Bryan DeHaven, Founder of Alpine Hemp Company to discuss how his hemp apparel company has overcome adversity during the pandemic. Bryan is transparent about his journey and the hard work that got him to today. Despite all of this year’s turmoil Bryan remains rather optimistic about the future. We also discuss his background in streetwear and hemp clothing as well as the current downfalls with hemp textiles in the US. Stay with us through the end where we unexpectedly give Bryan the 2020 Entrepreneur of the Year Award as he gives a moment of gratitude to all the businesses that have helped him this year. Subscribe to our show on Apple Podcasts, Anchor.fm, Spotify, Breaker, Google Podcasts, and beyond! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lit-and-lucid/support

Tune in to the Danksgiving Day Special featuring Lit & Lucid as we sit down on Thanksgiving to reflect on all that we are grateful for. Lucid shares his gratitude for Episode 100 ft. Jim Belushi and the importance and impact of the story he shared with us. We talk about how everyone is struggling inside and if you consciously turn to cannabis plant medicine it can be a holistic alternative to help us all. Lit shares gratitude for Episode 92 ft. Edward Weidenfeld, and his courage to turn to plant medicine to help with Parkinson's Disease. Stay tuned for future episodes as we continue to break down barriers, discussing thought provoking topics such as TechnoFascism and more about the benefits of the cannabis plant. To date we have over 100 reasons as to why we are grateful for all of our listeners, guests and advocates of the plant, because of you this show is possible! Much love and stay lit today, Lit & Lucid --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lit-and-lucid/support

Do you utilize cannabis to spark creativity? Whether it be to bring life to your everyday routine, tackle a new problem at work, or to sit down and paint a piece of art, many utilize cannabis to alter their normal thought process to help bring themselves into a flow state of creative thinking. Tune in to E.104 featuring Shawn Gold, founder of Pilgrim Soul who has published a creative journal that you can use while high to optimize your own creative performance. We discuss the inspiration behind the name Pilgrim Soul, Shawn's own creative process with crafting the journal, and more on the science and history behind cannabis consumption and creativity. We think you'll find this episode rather interesting as we continue to educate consumers on the importance of conscious cannabis consumption for optimal performance, not purchasing products solely on the THC level, and the future of shopping for performance specific cannabis products. Use code LITANDLUCID for 25% your purchase! --- Support this podcast: https:

Tune in to Episode 103 featuring Jeffrey Welsh, legal counsel at Vicente Sederberg. We discuss Jeffrey’s path to becoming an attorney in the cannabis industry from being a professional saxophonist, working in the entertainment field, to co-founding Composite Agency. Jeff provides insight into how he finds inspiration in his daily work working through the different scenarios he handles as a cannabis attorney. We discuss the stigmas still associated with cannabis consumption as a business professional and how he’s overcome those misconceptions. Lucid explores more on how Jeffrey finds mentors and the best way you too can find someone to help you along your life’s journey. Subscribe to our show on Apple Podcasts, Anchor.fm, Spotify, Breaker, Google Podcasts, and beyond! Please consider nominating Lit & Lucid Podcast for the “Best Colorado Podcast” and “Best host/cohosts” for the 2nd annual Hoppy Awards via the House of Pod now through November 20th! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/li

Lit & Lucid sit down to discuss Election Night 2020 including how we coped with the night, and the BIG wins for cannabis. We get lucid discussing a new patent by the U.S. government for flying saucers, and stay lit discussing the turbulence to come this month within the galaxy and planetary alignments. Tune in to E.102 featuring special guest, Laganja Estranga, world-renowned female illusionist, choreographer, music artist, cannabis advocate and LGBTQ+ icon. You may recognize Laganja from Season 6 of RuPaul's Drag Race or Season 15 of So You Think You Can Dance. We discuss how Laganja has utilized cannabis in her life to spark creativity in all that she does in life from dance and choreography, to dealing with stress and anxiety, as well as motivation to continue to be a strong voice for the LGBTQ+ community. You can check out Laganja's music video, "Look at Me" ft. J Tyler as they depict the harsh realities of the war on drugs and the racial bias that still continues today. We discuss the importance of L

Have you ever pondered the concept of the cannabis consciousness? Do you utilize cannabis in your own health and wellness regimen? Learn more about these topics from Max Simon, Founder and CEO of Green Flower Media, a leader in online cannabis education and training. Having suffered from ADD his whole life Max has found a sense of peace and presence while consuming cannabis plant medicine. He’s taken a great deal of time to ponder the concept of the cannabis consciousness, beautifully articulating its meaning on our show. Max also spent 8 years working alongside Deepak Chopra elevating his brand and online presence. He continues to have a strong relationship with Deepak, providing us with insight into what Deepak thinks about plant medicine. Finally, stay tuned until the end of Episode 101 to learn more about an exciting announcement on the horizon for Green Flower! Subscribe to our show on Apple Podcasts, Anchor.fm, Spotify, Breaker, Google Podcasts, and beyond! --- Support this podcast: https://anch

Welcome to Season 10 of the show! We are excited to host Jim Belushi, Founder of Belushi Farms and star of the Discovery Channel Series, Growing Belushi. L&L have a moving conversation with Jim about the impact addiction can have on a family and how cannabis can be the healing force behind the struggles his brother John Belushi and many others have faced. We discuss all the medicinal healing aspects the plant has to offer and the important impact cannabis has had on Jim's life, and the inspiration behind starting his Oregon cannabis farm. Jim also has a special announcement for listeners; the Blue's Brother's pre-rolls are launching at The Green Solution in Colorado! Jim Belushi and Dan Aykroyd, will be in Colorado on Saturday October 24th at The Green Solution from 2-4pm to celebrate the launch of the Blue's Brother's pre-rolls and the Green Solution's 10th anniversary. If you are in Colorado make sure to check out this iconic brand! Subscribe to our show on Apple Podcasts, Anchor.fm,

Join us in anticipation of our 100th episode as co-hosts Lit & Lucid Sesh about what we’ve learned along this lit and lucid journey. We keep it real discussing the challenges we’ve faced as podcasters and how we’ve been working with House of Pod to make our show even better! Get ready to listen to higher quality audio, more intriguing content and interviews with guests, and educational tid bids for our listeners. Tune in for a sneak peak of Season 10 and our Special Guest, Jim Belushi coming soon on Episode 100. This cannabis podcast episode is one you don’t want to miss! Subscribe to our show on Apple Podcasts, Anchor.fm, Spotify, Breaker, Google Podcasts, and beyond! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lit-and-lucid/support

Alex Todd spent many years creating high-end jewelry for celebrities like Rhianna, Kevin Hart and Jay-Z. After being a cannabis consumer for over 20 years Alex knew what he wanted in his cannabis products so he decided to launch his own brand, Saucey Farms & Extracts in April 2019. Saucey focuses on providing consumers with top-of-the-line luxury cannabis products with that exclusive, New York feel. Today Saucey Extracts is represented by many celebrities such as Rick Ross and Fetty Wap. Saucey's even teamed up with Jim Jones to create their signature CAPO blunt so you too can feel like a celebrity while consuming these products. Tune in to Episode 99 to learn more about Alex's passion for the plant, his inspiration behind the brand and what he sees for the future of Saucey Farms & Extracts. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lit-and-lucid/support

Narbé Alexandrian is the CEO of Canopy Rivers, venture capital firm in Canada specializing in investing capital to help grow sustainable cannabis businesses. Narbé providing insight into what the firm looks for when investing in cannabis companies and how that strategy has changed during the pandemic. Narbé also goes into detail about the Wave Theory, projecting the future of the cannabis industry from the present to the next 2-5-10 years. We discuss implications of what the consumer wants in a product vs. what companies are providing and ways companies can stand out amongst their competitors in order to be successful in the future. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lit-and-lucid/support

Shanita Penny has been facing inequalities throughout her life from college internships to working in the cannabis industry. Today Shanita uses her experiences to advocate on behalf of minorities to bring the issues of inequality in the industry to the forefront. Previously, as the President of the Minority Cannabis Business Association, Shanita testified before Congress in support of allowing access to the Small Business Administration as well as shared her own personal story regarding a cannabis drug conviction. Tune in to Episode 97 of Lit & Lucid to learn from Shanita about ways each and every one of us can come together to uplift communities and help minorities succeed in this industry. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lit-and-lucid/support

Tune in to Episode 96 with Elise McDonough, Brand Manager of Confections at CannaCraft. Elise is an 18 year Veteran in the cannabis industry, author of Bong Appétit cookbook from Vice and the Official High Times Cannabis Cookbook.She provides insight into how consumers can cook with cannabis at home from infusing desserts to savory eats. As people are spending more time the cannabis industry has seen an uptick in edible consumption. We discuss how the edible market has evolved over the year's and are no longer your Uncle's hash brownies offering many new options for consumers of all types. Elise educates us on Satori Edibles, the brand she works with under CannaCraft and their micro-dose options perfect for new consumers. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lit-and-lucid/support

Tune in to Episode 95 as we learn from Bruce Perlowin, famous marijuana smuggler turned entrepreneur. Bruce has shifted his focus towards hemp in the last decade as he recognized that hemp would become the future of the cannabis industry. He started Hemp Inc, (OTC: HEMP) in 2008 which focuses on providing green solutions that help make the world a better place to live by focusing on hemp products that are eco friendly, healthy, and can often replace petroleum-based products. Today Bruce is moving the Hemp Revolution forward through Kins Communities which provides Veterans and other disadvantaged communities with the skills needed to cultivate hemp and live sustainability off of the land. Check out Episode 95 to learn more from Bruce about the good work the Hemp Inc. and the Kins Communities are doing which may just inspire you to join their mission! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lit-and-lucid/support

Tune in to Episode 94 as we sit down with the Co-Founders of Ladies of Paradise, Harlee Case and Jade Daniels. Ladies in Paradise is a woman-owned creative agency in Portland, OR which was created as a place to uplift, unite and educate individuals by means of fashion, community and culture. We discuss how they entered the industry and are now working to create and facilitate the modern day cannabis culture in Oregon through photography, dispensary interior design and events. Harlee and Jade also expanded their brand to include Lady Jays, THC, CBD and CBG pre-rolls. Currently 50% of the hemp-based pre-roll sales are going to Don't Shoot Portland, a social justice nonprofit as well as an upcoming BLM THC blend where nearly 100% of sales will go to Last Prisoner Project. Give this episode a listen to hear from these inspiring ladies about the Oregon cannabis community, their experience with online CBD sales and more! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lit-and-lucid/support

Tune in to Episode 93 as we discuss the very important topic of equity in cannabis with Jane West. Jane discusses the inequalities occurring in Illinois, Massachusetts, Maryland and other legal cannabis markets. We candidly discuss the application and license process in these States and the sheer inequality it is causing for minorities and as a result the effects it is having on local communities. Learn more about Jane's stance on fairness and race equality in this episode and check out Episode 80 to learn more about Jane's background. #equityincannabis #cannabisequality #janewest --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lit-and-lucid/support

Tune in to Episode 92 featuring Edward Weidenfeld, CEO and Co-Founder of District Cannabis in Washington, D.C  and Phyto Management LLC. Edward is battling Parkinson's Disease and has found much relief and comfort in the cannabis plant. Weidenfeld has over 30 years of experience on Capitol Hill as the former Head Counsel to Ronald Reagan and an advisor to five additional Presidents. Edward shares great insight into the politics surrounding cannabis, why he became an advocate for the plant, and what District Cannabis is doing to be a strong steward offering clean cannabis production for cannabis patients. Please take the time to listen to Edward's inspiring story, it is because of people like him that Lit & Lucid Podcast was created to help important voices like Edward's be heard. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lit-and-lucid/support