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Talking Pot Heads

We"re the Chronic Gals, your happy high hosts of Talking Pot Heads, a panel discussion show for budtenders and stoners who want to learn more about how pot works and how to use that info in a dispensary! We bring together budtenders, cannabis brands, and scientists from across the country to discuss the wide range of topics a budtender should know, from foundational cannabis science to product types to sales and customer service techniques. If you"re ready to be a budtender in the weed industry,

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01:12:45

Budtender Insights: Perspectives on Terpenes with...

Talking Pot Heads ·

2025/06/26

This episode of Budtender Insights is all about TERPS — what they are, how they work, and how to confidently talk about them on the sales floor.Join the Chronic Gals in conversation with:🔹 Chase Tyler (Pink Cloud Cast)🔹 Mason Hill (Laurelcrest)🔹 Will Abeles (True Terpenes)We explore:The role of terpenes in cannabis effects and aromaHow they interact with cannabinoids to shape the experienceCommon confusion between cannabis-derived and botanical terpenesThe importance of clear labeling and

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01:46:00

TPH Ep 18: Voices from The Exchange: 5-Minute...

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2025/05/08

In this episode of The Exchange Series, we’re taking you straight to the source—live from The Exchange in Eugene, Oregon.Hosted by Ashleen and Rileigh (The Chronic Gals), this special episode features rapid-fire interviews with 30+ cannabis professionals we met during the event. We asked each guest what their brand is all about, how The Exchange is moving the industry forward, and what they wish every budtender knew.✨ Big thanks to the team at The Exchange for hosting such an impactful event and

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00:54:15

Budtender Insights: Perspectives on Concentrates with...

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2025/04/12

🎙️ Budtender Insights: Perspectives on ConcentratesLive from our first Budtender Insights event (March 29, 2025)Let’s be real—concentrates can be intimidating. With terms like “live rosin,” “diamonds and sauce,” “CRC,” and “six-star hash” flying around, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. That’s why we brought together a room full of budtenders, extractors, and cannabis pros to actually talk about it.In this special live episode, hosts Ashleen and Rileigh (aka the Chronic Gals) are joined by:🔥 Demetre

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00:58:26

TPH 17: How The Exchange is Changing the Game for...

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2025/02/19

Alright, cannabis hustlers, brand builders, and dispensary warriors—this one’s for you! In this episode, we’re rolling into The Exchange Series, where we take you behind the scenes of the top B2B networking event in cannabis.We’re sitting down with Susan & Julie, the masterminds behind The Exchange, to get the inside scoop on:🌿 What makes this event different from your typical industry meet-up💨 Why speed networking helps retailers & vendors make real business moves💰 How brands are landing

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01:26:22

TPH Ep 16 CBD & Hemp: Expert Tips for Budtenders with...

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2024/10/16

Welcome back, Pot Heads to the season finale!In this jam-packed episode of Talking Pot Heads, hosts Rileigh and Ashleen bring together two powerhouses—Mason Walker, CEO of East Fork Cultivars, and Dr. Allison Justice from the Cannabis Research Coalition—to break down the essentials of CBD and hemp products for budtenders. 🌿💡 If you’ve ever been confused by terms like CBD isolate, broad spectrum, and full spectrum CBD, this episode’s for you! The panel dives into what these terms really mean, how

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01:21:47

TPH 15 The Relieving Power of Cannabis Topicals:...

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2024/10/09

Welcome back, Pot Heads! In this episode of Talking Pot Heads, Rileigh and Ashleen are joined by the amazing Trista Okel, founder of Empower Body Care and Empower Canna Care. 🌿 Trista dives deep into the world of cannabis topicals, sharing how these products can be game changers for pain relief, inflammation, and skincare. ✨ From creams and lotions to transdermal patches, we explore the science behind how these products work and why they’re becoming a must-have in the wellness world. Trista also

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01:03:22

TPH Ep 14 From Homemade Butter to Nanoemulsification:...

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2024/10/02

Get ready, potheads!This week, Rileigh and Ashleen are serving up a delicious deep dive into the world of cannabis edibles and drinkables with special guests Shannon Blakeman and Austin Essary. 🍬🥂 From homemade brownies to fancy infused sparkling wines, we’re breaking down how edibles have seriously leveled up. 🌿✨ Shannon and Austin spill the tea on nano-emulsification (don’t worry, we explain it!) and why it’s making edibles more predictable and fun. Plus, we get into some must-know tips for

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01:18:10

TPH Ep 13 Tinctures, Oils, Capsules with Olga Hall

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2024/09/25

Welcome back Pot Heads! In this episode of Talking Pot Heads, Rileigh and Ashleen are joined by Nurse Practitioner Olga Hall to explore the versatile world of tinctures, RSO (Rick Simpson Oil), FECO (Full Extract Oil), and capsules. The discussion highlights the historical use of these products and their many benefits, from ingestion to medical applications for chronic pain, mood, digestion, and sleep support. Olga dives into detailed instructions for making tinctures, shares essential dosing

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01:12:29

TPH Ep 12 Mastering the Vape Game: Hardware,...

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2024/09/18

In this episode of Talking Pot Heads, we're diving headfirst into the world of vape cartridges! 💨 Rileigh and Ashleen are joined by an expert crew—Tabitha Shwerin from Jars Cannabis, Dr. Shawna Vreeke from True Terpenes, and Terah Ebie from Nimble Distribution—to break down everything you need to know about vaping. First up, we chat about how vape hardware has evolved and why quality control is so important. 🔥 Whether you’re all about discreet consumption or just curious about vaporization

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01:05:30

TPH Ep 11 Extracting the Knowledge about Concentrates...

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2024/09/11

Hey Pot Heads! In this weeks episode of Talking Pot Heads, we’re stirring up the world of cannabis concentrates. We discuss how to make them, the differences between extracts, and how budtenders can guide customers in their dabbing methods. With special guests former budtender Brenna Saldaña and marketing Queen of Extractioneering Razia Hayden, the conversation explores the intricacies of extraction methods, solvent vs. solventless processes, and the different textures and styles found in

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01:53:44

TPH Ep 10 The Cultivation to Quality Control of...

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2024/09/04

Hey Pot Heads!Welcome to the next episode in our product types series! In this episode of Talking Pot Heads, we're rolling up some seriously insightful conversation about cannabis flower! Rileigh and Ashleen are joined by budtender Chase Tyler and Founder and CEO of Cultured Biologix Tim McCormick to break down everything you need to know about what makes a flower truly exceptional. 🌱 First up, we chat about how cannabis strains have evolved over the years and the never-ending debate of

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00:35:05

TPH Ep 9 Welcome to Season 2

Talking Pot Heads ·

2024/08/28

Hey Pot Heads!Welcome back to Season 2 of 'Talking Pot Heads' with Ashleen and Rileigh. We're thrilled to have you join us again! In this episode, we serve you the scoop about what’s coming up this season. We chat about our favorite prerolls and provide a fresh recap of Season 1, covering topics like the basics of cannabis, how it works in the human body, and more. We discuss the importance of budtender education, sharing real-life budtender experiences. Plus, get ready for a packed

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01:26:31

TPH 8: Cannabis Product Packaging w/ Matt Kovarsky,...

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2024/06/19

It's the Season Finale of the premiere season of Talking Pot Heads, and so far, it's going great!We've established so much knowledge, talked with experts and researchers doing incredible things from across the cannabis industry, and shown the incredible breadth of knowledge a budtender should be trained on. It's been an incredible season! Let's wrap it up with another doozy! This week, we welcome Matt Kovarsky, a budtender and medical cannabis consultant at The Novel Tree in

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01:06:17

TPH 7: Choosing the right product w/ Tessa Datillo &...

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2024/06/14

Welcome back to another episode of Talking Pot Heads! This week, we chat with budtender Tessa Datillo and cannabis nurse Megan Mbengue about working with consumers. How do they help customers and patients find the cannabis products that are right for them? What questions guide the conversation, and how does this relationship-building help your role as a budtender? Plus, we get to dive into some of the cannabis research projects the Trusted Cannabis Nurse has on her plate! Definitely tune in to

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01:22:03

TPH 6: Certificates of Analysis & Pesticides w/ Elly...

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2024/06/05

Welcome back to another episode of Talking Pot Heads! This week, Elly Englehart, the scientific director of CP Labs in Ohio, walks us through Certificates of Analysis, pesticides, and what we don't want in our weed.A convo about COAs, you say? Yawn, dude - who cares??? If you smoke weed, you surely should, buddy! Plus some gems are dropped throughout that helps us understand why certificates of analysis are important, how to read COAs, and how ethics in the cannabis industry come into play. If

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01:23:58

TPH 5: Physical Traits of Plants w/ Steven C. Philpott

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2024/05/29

Hey pot heads, you're going to be glad you saw this episode!This week on Talking Pot Heads, we welcome Steven C. Philpott, a cannabis researcher with a background in agriculture and sports science, to discuss the physical traits of the cannabis plant and how our simple labels of "indica" and "sativa" don't give a clear picture of the full spectrum of effects we might expect from cannabis strains. We get some mind-blowing definitions of common weed terms, talk about

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01:35:19

TPH 4: Terpenes with Bree Bates, Tiff English, and...

Talking Pot Heads ·

2024/05/22

What's up, pot heads??This episode of Talking Pot Heads, with Rileigh and Ashleen of the Chronic Gals, takes listeners on an aromatic journey into the world of cannabis terpenes with insights from industry experts including budtender Bree Bates, Tiff English of The Happiest Hour, and Dr. Codi Peterson, a pediatric cannabis pharmacist. The discussion delves into the nuances of terpenes and their critical role in influencing the flavor, therapeutic benefits, and psychoactive effects of cannabis

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01:10:35

TPH 3: ECS, Active Compounds & the Entourage Effect...

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2024/05/15

Welcome back for another episode of Talking Pot Heads! We're Ashleen and Rileigh, known together as the Chronic Gals, and on this show, we're empowering budtenders with crucial knowledge on cannabis science and sales. On episode three, we zero in on the essential workings of the endocannabinoid system and its role in achieving homeostasis through the interaction with cannabinoids like THC and CBD. Highlighting the importance of a comprehensive understanding of cannabis’s active compounds,

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01:02:45

TPH 2: History of Cannabis w/ David Bienenstock

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2024/05/08

Welcome back to another episode of Talking Pot Heads! In this episode, we’re exploring how cannabis has been closely intertwined with humans for pretty much all of our known history. We chat with David Bienenstock, cannabis journalist and the storied host of Great Moments in Weed History Podcast, and talk about only a few examples of our long link with cannabis. Why does a budtender need to know about cannabis history? Find out on this episode of Talking Pot Heads! We're focused on providing

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00:33:04

TPH 1: Welcome to the Talking Pot Heads

Talking Pot Heads ·

2024/05/01

Welcome to Talking Pot Heads, with your hosts, the Chronic Gals! In this episode, we introduce the podcast and talk about why we created a resource for budtenders in the cannabis industry, plus we provide an overview of the upcoming episodes and the topics they will cover. We're so excited for this brilliant lineup of highly-infused guests, with experts from various fields within the cannabis industry! We're focused on providing educational content for budtenders and anyone interested in learning

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