The CannaLinguists

April O'Connor & Alex Mandelberg•crabdiving.com

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The Cannalinguists – Sat 051317

On this episode of The Cannalinguists on the CrabDiving Network, our weed experts and comedians Alex Mandelberg and April O’Connor discuss Trump’s stance on the good herb. In sunny, beautiful California, it was learned Mickey Mouse shall not be faded, as marijuana will not be allowed in Disneyland . Despite most stoners enjoying a solitary life of toking, Cali may decide to make public cannabis clubs a real thing. The left coast just legislated more regulations for medical marijuana dispensaries...

May 17, 2017

The Cannalinguists – Sat 050617

Check out the latest from The Cannalinguists as hosts April O’Connor and Alex Mandelberg share news from the marijuana industry.

May 06, 2017

The Cannalinguists – Sat 042917

After a hiatus, The Cannalinguists are back! Check out the latest in marijuana news and activism from hosts April O’Connor and Alex Mandelberg.delberg.

May 04, 2017

The Cannaliniguists – E067 – Lazy Stoned Rats & Yay Industrial Hemp!

Spark up this episode of The Cannalinguists with comedians/marijuana experts April O’Connor and Alex Mandelberg. A questionable study claims that marijuana makes lab rats lazy. But maybe they’re just being efficient? A federal appeals court ruled that it is constitutional to prevent medical weed card holders from buying guns . The NFL’s Seantrel Henderson of the Buffalo Bills filed an appeal of his four-game suspension for a positive cannabis test, saying he uses it to treat Crohn’s Disease. The...

Sep 11, 2016

The Cannalinguists – E066 – Nate Diaz Vapes & Spice Overdosing

Apparently, there is such a thing as a weed deli. How awesome is that? Nate Diaz of the UFC gets suspended cannabidiol (does not have psychoactive effects) vaping at a post-fight press conference. Users of “spice” are overdosing at an alarming rate. The good-herbologists also debate if marijuana is actually the hottest issue currently facing the National Football League. Check out every episode of The CannaLinguists on the CrabDiving Network! Listen as Los Angeles comics and weed experts April O...

Sep 02, 2016

The Cannalinguists – E065 – THC Tainted Water & RNC Ain’t For Legalization

On this episode of The CannaLinguists, comics April O’Connor and Alex Mandelberg discuss the Cannabis Cup and the latest in medical marijuana news. The folks at the Republican National Convention are not behind the legalization of the good herb . The very first license for a concentrated marijuana manufacturing facility has been granted in Richmond, California. In Colorado, a town discovers significant amounts of THC in the water and has to warn residents not to drink or, oddly enough, bathe in ...

Jul 30, 2016

The CannaLinguists – E064 – Marijuana Dispensary Sitcom & Pence Crappy For Weed

On this episode of The Cannalinguists podcast on the CrabDiving Network, Los Angeles comedians and herbal experts Alex Mandelberg and April O’Connor explore the most recent and relevant headlines in weed and medical marijuana. Oscar winning actress Kathy Bates and Netflix are producing 20 episodes of a marijuana dispensary sitcom. California is going to turn dormant prisons into commercial cannabis farms . Indiana Governor Mike Pence, Donald Trump’s Vice Presidential pick, is a total and complet...

Jul 18, 2016

The CannaLinguists – E063 – Cannabis Gym & Grandparents Getting High

On this episode of The CannaLinguists on the CrabDiving Network, comics April O’Connor and Alex Mandelberg go over Tommy Chong’s choice. Ex NFL baller Ricky Williams is going to open the first cannabis gym. The workout facility is set to open in San Francisco and it’s not just a gym for stoners. Are grandparents smoking more of the good herb than their grand babies? The Colorado District Attorney has some confusing crap to say about marijuana. The latest in weed headlines and medical marijuana n...

Jun 29, 2016

The CannaLinguists – E062 – Stealthy Car Keys Vape & CO Gummy Ban

Enjoy this episode of The CannaLinguists! The hilarious marijuana-advocating duo April O’Connor and Alex Mandelberg welcome comedian and “First Impressions with Dana Carvey” winner, Justin Rupple. The gang talks about Los Angeles, organic, plant-based Mexican restaurant “Gracias Madre” launching a menu of CBD-based cocktails . In addition, a new car keys vape stealthily resembles your chariot’s remote fob. The NFL’s Eugene Monroe spoke some marijuana advocacy. Colorado banned marijuana gummy can...

Jun 20, 2016

The Cannalinguists – E061 – NYPD Commissioner & Hemp Car

Check out the latest episode of The CannaLinguists on the CrabDiving Network. Hosts and Los Angeles based comics Alex Mandelberg and April O’Connor regale their listeners with the latest headlines in marijuana news and weed headlines. This week, the dank loving duo welcome comedian Richy Leis into their studio and they talk about the New York Police Department Commissioner stating that the good herb leads to violence. Gourmets and chefs are learning to incorporate marijuana into their dishes. An...

Jun 07, 2016

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