Amanda's trip up and down the west coast continues with a stop at one of favorite smoking spots, Manzanita. We celebrate a surprising dispensary on the coast, dig into some local flavors, and give some of our best travel tips in this on-the-road episode of The Smoking Spot.
Step into the fascinating world of cannabis in Michigan with "Joint Journeys," two unique perspectives on the state's cannabis scene. Ryan shares his personal experiences growing up in the Mitten state. From clandestine transactions buying short bags of wet herb to cultivating relationships with trusted suppliers and tracking down top tier cannabis. We join Amanda, a cannabis enthusiast with travel lust and an insatiable curiosity for cannatourism. Amanda takes us on an immersive journey as she ...
Amanda and Ryan celebrate the 420 holiday by sponsoring the world's largest joint! Amanda gets her hands sticky while Ryan stays home and explores the munchie scene here in Portland. Roll one up yourself and stick around after the chat for interviews with the Guinness-setting record holders and how they persevered through rain and regulations.
In this episode of The Smoking Spot Podcast, Amanda takes us on a journey through her three-week trip to Europe, exploring the cannabis scene in decriminalized countries such as Italy, Slovenia, and Croatia. While decriminalization may sound like a green light for cannabis use, we learn through an interview with Sara, who was busted in Croatia for possessing just a gram of weed, that the laws can still be quite strict. We also can't help but drool over Moroccan hash in Norway, the prices of weed...
Today, we're thrilled to announce the launch of our biggest project yet: The Cannabis Aroma Wheel. This groundbreaking sensory tool is a game-changer for cannabis enthusiasts. Join us as we delve into the features of the wheel, why it's a must-have for every Cannasseur, how to use it to elevate your olfactory experience, and where you can get your hands on this must-have tool. Whether you're a seasoned sommelier or just starting out, this episode is packed with insights and tips to help you disc...
In this week's episode of the Smoking Spot, we're exploring the fantastic world of botany and cannabis. We take a trip down the rabbit hole of plant families, like the extraordinary Cannabaceae family, which includes hemp, hops, and, of course, weed! Whether you're a seasoned cannabis enthusiast or just someone interested in plants, this episode will surely teach you some new botanical terms and interesting facts to impress your friends! Grab your joint, sit back, and let's get botanical!
On this week's episode of the Smoking Spot Podcast, we take a trip to Buffalo to explore Western New York's cannabis community. With Manhattan's first legal rec shops opening their doors, Amanda couldn't resist exploring firsthand the current state of the industry. Despite the city taking its time to catch up with the legal rec market for cannabis tourists, we explore the local cannabis scene and uncover some of Buffalo's hidden gems. Tune in to join us on a quick trip through the cannabis lands...
Amanda and Ryan are shaking things up a little and talking canna cocktails. We're already seeing the worlds of beer, spirits, and cannabis mixing and mingling so let us kick it up a notch! This week we've created another Scentelligence project and formulated a Gin recipe with a backbone of clean juniper, California cannabis, and a top note of fresh fruit. Listen in to hear about our approach to making a scaleable cannabis-inspired spirit and all the trials and tribulations that went along with i...
Step into the world of tropical cannabis with Amanda as she travels to Puerto Rico on a spontaneous adventure to explore its vibrant, thriving cannabis community. From tasting the local strains to hidden smoking spots, we discover the culture and rich history of Puerto Rico's relationship with cannabis to give you an exciting look at what to expect when visiting! We also interview Cesar, a local BioBay guide on the island of Vieques, who shares his knowledge of the local cannabis scene. So pack ...
In today's episode, we're getting high and revolutionizing the rapidly growing cannabis scent industry by creating new and unique scent profiles for cannabis strains and launching our first Scentellicence ScentStrain! Plus, we're talking about the latest news and current trends in cannabis pricing and discussing the differences between botanical and cannabis-derived terpenes. So grab your bong and join us for another fun and illuminating episode of the Smoking Spot. Check Scentelligence Project ...
Join Ryan and Amanda as they taste different chocolate while high. In this episode, we explore a sweet selection from milk chocolate KitKats to 100% cacao bars, investigating the flavours and smells with a real chocolatier, Ryan! If you're a fan of eating chocolate while high, this is an episode you won't want to miss. So grab your favourite strain and join in on the fun by tasting some chocolate of your own while you listen. https://www.barry-callebaut.com/en/group/media/news-stories/barry-call...
Amanda and Ryan dig into scent and cannabis-centric articles from around the web and ask the important question: Should things that smell better cost more? Join us for a quick exploration into making sense of scent and listen in as we complain about how we already know what the nose knows. Grab something pungent and nerd out along with us. Links below: https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2021/02/01/how-to-make-sense-of-scents https://www.businessnewsdaily.com/3469-smells-shoppers-spend-more.html ...
Amanda and Ryan discuss what Winter smells like, why it's the perfect time to buy sun-grown weed, and how pinene-rich herb is a f'ing vibe. Whip up a batch of medicated holiday cookies and join us for this chilled out episode.
Amanda and Ryan talk about the suspicious mold claims at the Cowboy Cup that disqualified nearly everyone but the sponsor, Leafly's strain of the year, and our stoney projections for the cannabis industry in 2023. Twist one up and join us while we try to wrap our heads around the future.
In today's episode, we answer the question: How do I get better at smelling ? And we're not talkin' BO. We're talking terps. Whether you're smoking half a joint by the baseball diamond, curled up on the couch with your favourite bong, or harvesting fresh nugs in the weed fields... This episode has all the answers to creating sensory profiles with an expert nose! Get better at smelling our favourite plant with a new Smoking spot from @p_isforpot! Oh... and prepare to get ripped: Smoke a bowl ever...
Amanda and Ryan talk about why some cannabeverages suck, what it's like cleaning your house high-as-a-kite, and what we need for social lounges to get us off the couch. Cut a fat slice of space cake and brew some tea, this ep covers a lot of ground and features a nostalgic smoking spot by @the.different.tom.different.
Amanda and Ryan sit down this week to talk about the (now resolved) dispensary strike in Canada, seeded weed, and take a deep nose-dive with the help of Harold McGee. Give your favorite pipe a deep clean and sit down to join us for this heady ep.
Amanda and Ryan invite some friends over to tell their spookiest stoner tales. Grab your best burning-herbs and join us for some harrowing stories of UFOs, disappearing farm workers, and microwaved weed.
Amanda and Ryan are back in the lab to talk about terpenes, growing monster-sized plants, and why basic consumers are screwing it up for the rest of us. Featuring a smoking spot story from our friend, Jasmine. Twist one up and tune in.
Today we're talking terps, canna beverages, and products that literally stink. Grab a jar from the back of the head stash and join us.
Amanda and Ryan kick things off by talking about killing Amanda's plants, how Ryan is likely ruining his neighbor's stash, and why THC% is a poor indicator of quality. Twist one up and join us for this inaugural episode of The Smoking Spot.
