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The Modern Extractor

The Modern Extractor is a podcast about the processes, equipment, and science found inside a cannabis extraction laboratory. Season one focuses on the process of ethanol extraction and post processing into either distillate or isolate. Season two focuses on hydrocarbon extraction and the craft concentrates that it can produce. Each episode digs deep into a particular stage in the extraction and finishing processes, and we discuss the various approaches with industry expert guests. Episodes are

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01:02:05

S3 E06 - Inside The Industry, With Sidco_Cat

The Modern Extractor ·

2021/08/17

Industry insider, Catherine Sidman, AKA Sidco_Cat, joins us to discuss her role in the extraction and psychedelics industries. Whether she's hosting a podcast, moderating panels, advocating for plant medicine, or connecting the right people, Catherine is always up in the mix for latest the industry has to offer. She's been in it since the early days, and has played a big role in connecting the dots that allowed the industry to take the shape that it has today.

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01:19:59

S3 E05 - The Evolution Of Hash, With Frenchy Cannoli

The Modern Extractor ·

2021/08/10

The master of hash, Frenchy Cannoli, joins us to discuss the evolution of hash making. We cover the history of hash, as well as Frenchy's history of traveling the world learning ancient production techniques from most of the major producing countries. We get into how Frenchy took the knowledge he collected and used it to develop the SOPs and equipment that he used to produce some of the best hash in the world.

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01:12:52

S3 E04 - Cannabinoid Conversions: Delta 8 THC And...

The Modern Extractor ·

2021/08/03

Dr. Jon Thompson, founder of extraktLAB, joins us to discuss cannabinoid conversions. We cover Delta 8 THC and other isomers that have been making waves in the industry. We dive into the industry and legal politics surrounding these cannabinoids, as well as the equipment and SOPs you'll need to perform a successful and safe conversion.

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47:56

S3 E03 - The Rise Of Automation In Extraction Systems

The Modern Extractor ·

2021/07/27

Kyler Buck and Jack Naito, co-founders of Luna Technologies, join us to discuss their automated hydrocarbon extraction systems. We cover how automation helps operators consistently produce high quality, repeatable results. Jack and Kyler break down how their automation systems work, what the inputs are reading, what the outputs are controlling, and how much more efficient an automated system can be.

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01:31:27

S3 E02 - Modern CO2 Extraction Techniques

The Modern Extractor ·

2021/07/20

Randy Reed, co-founder of Lehua Brands, joins us to discuss modern CO2 extraction techniques and SOPs. We explore just how CO2 offers extractors more control than any other extraction style. Randy breaks down his approach to fractional extraction, and the potential for extracting many of the same concentrates that require post processing with other extraction styles.

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53:38

S3 E01 - Future 4200: Building A Community To Advance...

The Modern Extractor ·

2021/07/13

Dustin Powers, co-founder of Future 4200, joins us to discuss how the premiere cannabis processing technology forum came to be. We get into all of the perks, politics, and pitfalls that come with being the face of an online community that changed the course of the cannabis extraction industry.

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Bonus E02 - An Oral History Of Hydrocarbon Extraction

The Modern Extractor ·

2021/07/06

JD Ellis, AKA Graywolf, joins us to tell the tales of early hydrocarbon extraction, and the path that led him to designing a closed loop BHO extraction system. We cover extraction equipment, the closed loop design process, some crazy stories from the early days, and how JD applies extraction science in the kitchen. (Of course he does!) Graywolf is a pioneer of cannabis extraction, and his contributions have helped shape an industry. From all of us extractors out here, thank you JD!

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01:18:48

S2 E06 - Hydrocarbon Extraction And Finishing...

The Modern Extractor ·

2021/06/08

WiLLBiLLy, inventor of the notorious blue sapphire THCa crystals and founder of WiLLBiLLy Productions, joins us to discuss specific SOPs for hydrocarbon extraction and the finishing techniques that it takes to create all the various craft concentrates this extraction style can produce. We cover how to produce quality hydrocarbon crude, and how to manipulate it into different finishes.

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01:05:40

S2 E05 - CRC And Filtration Media In Hydrocarbon...

The Modern Extractor ·

2021/06/01

Vaughn Hartung, founder of Media Bros. joins us to discuss the use of CRC and filtration media in hydrocarbon extraction systems. We break down what CRC is, why we'd use it, how we'd use it, and why CRC is such a polarizing topic. We also get into Media Bros. unconventional approach to running a business and what they're doing to make sure they're putting extractors first.

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01:18:31

S2 E04 - Closed Loop Hydrocarbon Extraction Systems

The Modern Extractor ·

2021/05/25

Boris Kogon of Bizzybee joins us to discuss their revolutionary closed loop hydrocarbon cannabis extraction systems. We get into his approach to building modular extraction systems which utilize his 'thermodymagic' allowing for passive solvent recovery.

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01:18:23

S2 E03 - Hydrocarbon Extraction Solvent Selection And...

The Modern Extractor ·

2021/05/18

Lexis Shontz of Solvent Direct joins us to discuss the various solvents and solvent blends used in hydrocarbon and ethanol extraction of cannabis. We get into their methods for making sure the highest quality solvents in the industry are delivered in a safe, fast, and efficient manner.

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01:22:40

S2 E02 - Hydrocarbon Extraction Facility Safety,...

The Modern Extractor ·

2021/05/11

Alex Barsky of C1D1 Labs joins us to discuss how to get your facility up and running safely and efficiently. We cover how to meet and exceed facility and equipment safety requirements imposed by your local municipality, as well as how C1D1 Labs' modular or pre-fab extraction booths can speed up your permitting process.

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17:05

S2 E01 - Hydrocarbon Cannabis Extraction Overview

The Modern Extractor ·

2021/05/04

Jason Showard walks listeners through an overview of the hydrocarbon extraction and post processing workflow, taking cannabis from cultivar to concentrate.

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50:46

Bonus E01 - Organic Solvent Nanofiltration Of...

The Modern Extractor ·

2021/03/30

Zev Feinstein of Molecular Forces joins us to discuss organic solvent nanofiltration of cannabis extracts. We discuss how his X-Spiral, and the OSN process can allow extractors to avoid winterization after extracting at room temperature. We also cover how OSN technology can replace industry standard solvent recovery practices. This disruptive technology is poised to make some big waves in the extraction industry!

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S1 E09 - Crystallization Of CBD Isolate

The Modern Extractor ·

2021/02/16

Luke Van Trieste of BR Instruments joins us to discuss CBD isolate crystallization. We get deep into the equipment, solvents, and SOPs used to crash out those crystals. We cover static and dynamic crystallization, as well as the continuous flow processes that are beginning to come online. In addition to the BR Instrument crystallization reactors, we discuss their patented spinning band distillation equipment.EPISODE TRANSCRIPT:JasonShoward- 00:00:10Hello and welcome to Episode nine of The Modern

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50:48

S1 E08 - Devolatilization & Cannabinoid Distillation

The Modern Extractor ·

2021/02/09

Look no further for DISTILLATION SOPs!Jay Horton joins us to discuss getting maximum throughput and high quality distillates out of you wiped film distillation unit. We cover specific SOPs for terpenoid removal (terp strip) and cannabinoid distillation for both THC and CBD. We discuss getting maximum throughput on a single stage machine, as well as various ways to configure your multi stage distillation unit to maximize your results. Jay's 'split the stream' technique will get you the highest

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01:04:00

S1 E07 - Wiped Film Evaporators For Cannabis Oil...

The Modern Extractor ·

2021/02/02

Learn how a wiped film evaporator works from the man that makes 'em best. John Hart, founder of Chemtech Services, joins us to discuss how his rolled film distillation machines are the best in the biz for the distillation of cannabis oil. John and Jason discuss the latest equipment offerings and innovations Chemtech is bringing to market, as well as the advantages to using multi-stage distillation units.EPISODE TRANSCRIPT:Jason Showard- 00:00:10Hello and welcome to Episode Seven of The Modern

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S1 E06 - Decarboxylation Of Cannabinoids

The Modern Extractor ·

2021/01/26

Learn the ins and outs of decarboxylation from Greg Arias, co-founder of Concentrated Science. Greg and Jason discuss what is actually happening on a molecular level when decarbing your material, as well as specific SOPs for a streamlined and efficient decarb process.EPISODE TRANSCRIPT:Jason Showard- 00:00:10Hello and welcome to episode six of The Modern Extractor. This podcast focuses on the processes, equipment, and science found inside a cannabis extraction laboratory. I'm your host Jason

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S1 E05 - Solvent Recovery In Cannabis Extraction

The Modern Extractor ·

2021/01/19

Learn the ins and outs of solvent recovery from Ray Van Lenten, founder and CTO of Trusteel. Trusteel's falling film evaporators completely revolutionized the solvent recovery game in 2018. Since then they've released an end to end suite of equipment to take you all the way through the extraction and distillation processes. Hear how Trusteel's gear can help break your lab's bottlenecks and streamline your operation. Ray gives us some awesome tips and tricks to speed you up on the falling film

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57:49

S1 E04 - Filtration Of Cannabis Extracts

The Modern Extractor ·

2021/01/12

Come on down the filtration rabbit hole! Jason discusses all things filtration with guest Maria Peterson of Scott Laboratories. Maria Explains why Scott Labs' lenticular filters are the best tool for the job when filtering your cannabis extracts. Also discussed are bag filtration, large scale cross flow filtration systems and how to build the ideal staged filter system to minimize your downtime and maximize your throughput.EPISODE TRANSCRIPT:Jason Showard- 00:00:10Hello and welcome to episode

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