Cannabis School

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Cannabis School is a weekly podcast focused on clear, honest cannabis education for real adults. We break down how the plant works, how people actually use it, and how to think about cannabis with intention, not hype or fear. Through science, lived experience, and real conversations, we cut through stigma and misinformation so listeners can make informed choices that fit their lives. Hosted by Brandon Elder and Jesse Angeles. Questions or feedback: contact@cannabisschool.org

  1. 3 hr ago

    Red Eyes, Dry Mouth & the Munchies | Cannabis 101

    Welcome back, kids. Your eyes are red, your mouth is dry, and suddenly that cheesecake you don’t even like sounds pretty fucking good. What’s up with that? This week, we’re getting into three cannabis experiences most of us know a little too well: red eyes, cottonmouth, and wanting to eat everything in sight. We talk about THC, CB1 receptors, and what might be going on behind those familiar feelings—with a few personal stories and the occasional tangent. Because of course there are tangents. We’re also comparing our experiences with flower, carts, and edibles, talking about snacks that actually leave us satisfied, and getting into why “sativa for the day, indica for the night” doesn’t tell the whole story. Pay attention to your own experience, guys. Somebody else loving a strain doesn’t mean it’s going to hit you the same way. In this episode: 00:15 — Red eyes, dry mouth, and eating everything in sight01:29 — What’s happening when your eyes get red?07:21 — Cottonmouth and the conversation around CB1 receptors10:49 — Our dry-mouth experiences with edibles, carts, and flower14:48 — Am I hungry, or do Doritos just sound amazing?17:48 — Munchie food that doesn’t leave us feeling like shit25:44 — Moving beyond indica and sativa labels30:02 — Potential effects, personal experiences, and cannabis assumptions31:14 — Getting more intentional about what you’re buying35:16 — Your questions and what’s coming nextWhat gives you the worst cottonmouth? And what’s your go-to when the munchies hit? Drop it in the comments, along with any questions you want us to get into on a future Cannabis 101. We love you guys. Thanks for tuning in, and take your greens. Find everything in one place here: 👉 https://cannabisschool.org

  2. 2 days ago

    Velvet Spritz: Calm, Focused, and Ready to Get Sh*t Done

    What’s in the bag today? Velvet Spritz—with a Z—from Grassroots. This indica-leaning hybrid crosses Romulan Grapefruit with Kush Mints. The flower came as smaller popcorn buds and was a little dry, but it still had some give and smoked surprisingly well. Its aroma starts subtly sweet before becoming much more earthy, musky, and slightly piney in the vaporizer. If you’re expecting a mouthful of grapefruit candy, calm down. That isn’t what we found in this batch. The dominant terpenes include beta-caryophyllene, alpha-pinene, myrcene, limonene, and beta-pinene. Together, they produced an unusual combination of calm and focus. Velvet Spritz didn’t make us sleepy or completely relax the body. Instead, it quieted some of the mental noise and made it easier to stay present with whatever we were doing. We get into: Velvet Spritz’s Romulan Grapefruit × Kush Mints lineageWhy packaging can make or break otherwise good flowerSweet grapefruit expectations versus its earthy, musky realityReading terpene results when the label is organized like complete bullshitGradually increasing vaporizer temperaturesWhy the same flower can feel different in a joint and vaporizerCleaning your glass before the bong water develops its own ecosystemWhether juice belongs in a bong—and why we’re skepticalUsing Velvet Spritz for yard work, reading, or focused activitiesThe calm, happy feeling without becoming overly dopeyWhy alpha-pinene may feel tense or stimulating for some consumersCombining strains to shape the experienceCannabis as an amplifier of your mindset and environmentLongboards, motorcycles, handmade teapots, and the usual side questsOur verdict: Velvet Spritz is a solid daytime strain for somebody looking to calm the squirrels without putting them to sleep. It felt focused, thoughtful, and pleasantly elevated, although the pinene created some head and neck tension for us. In a joint, that tension was less noticeable and the overall experience felt better. This may also be a useful base strain to combine with something more physically relaxing. As always, start low, pay attention to your own response, and don’t assume our experience will automatically be yours. If you’ve tried Velvet Spritz, let us know what you thought. Check the links below for our favorite products, and consider supporting Cannabis School on Patreon so we can keep reviewing new strains and equipment. Love you guys. Take care. For adults of legal age only. This episode reflects our personal experiences and is not medical advice. Do not drive while impaired. Know your local laws and consume responsibly. Find everything in one place here: 👉 https://cannabisschool.org

  3. 10 Sept

    Linalool: More Than the “Sleepy Lavender” Terpene

    Today we’re landing in the terps and breaking down linalool, that sweet, floral, slightly spicy terpene most commonly associated with lavender. For years, we thought lavender meant one thing: somebody was trying to put us to sleep. But linalool is more complicated than that. Finding it in a strain doesn’t automatically mean you’ll be unconscious ten minutes later. Its concentration, the other terpenes and cannabinoids surrounding it, the dose, and how you consume the product all help shape the final experience. We get into: What linalool smells and tastes likePlants containing linalool beyond lavenderWhy linalool may feel calming without necessarily being sedatingRelaxation, anxious feelings, and the experiences commonly associated with itWhy a terpene never works completely by itselfThe entourage effect and the importance of the full chemical profileCannabis derived versus botanically derived terpenesWhy the same molecule can behave differently within a larger formulationHow growing conditions can change terpene percentages between batchesReading a product’s certificate of analysis instead of trusting the strain nameWhy THC percentage doesn’t tell you whether you’ll enjoy the experienceFlower, dry-herb vaporizers, carts, edibles, and how consumption changes thingsWhy you need to stop destroying your carts with blinkersLooking for the experience you want instead of simply chasing the highest numberThe big takeaway: look to the terps. You don’t need to memorize every molecule or become the asshole at the dispensary trying to prove how smart they are about weed. Learn enough to ask better questions. Look at the linalool, check what accompanies it, pay attention to the cannabinoids, and notice how your body responds. Next time you find a linalool-heavy strain, crack it open and see whether you can identify those floral, sweet, woody, or spicy notes. Then consume low and slow and find out what linalool actually does for you. For adults of legal age only. This episode is educational and reflects our personal experiences, not medical advice. Cannabis affects everyone differently, so know your local laws and consume responsibly. Find everything in one place here: 👉 https://cannabisschool.org

  4. 8 Sept

    Papa Burger: Sticky, Funky, and Strong as Hell

    Papa Burger from Dragonfly came in swinging. This flower is soft, sticky, and squishy enough to gum up your grinder, with a smell that starts funky and savory before opening into something sweeter, creamier, and more tropical. At 27.5% THC—with 1% CBG and 0.5% CBC—this is not a strain we’d tell newer consumers to attack like heroes. Go low and slow. For experienced consumers, though, Papa Burger delivers a calm, euphoric experience without completely stealing your focus. It feels heavy enough for relaxing, stretching, post-workout recovery, or winding down, while still leaving some creativity and awareness intact. We also get into: Papa Burger’s Donny Burger × Papaya/Modified Bananas lineageIts funky, gassy, creamy, and tropical profileWhy sticky flower can preserve more of the experience you’re looking forLimonene, beta-caryophyllene, and the entourage effectUsing temperature-controlled dry-herb vaporizersWhy different consumption methods fit different people and situationsFlower versus carts, distillates, concentrates, and isolatesHow overheating can ruin a cart—and why you don’t need to hit that damn blinkerStorage, shelf life, and getting the most from your cannabisWhy asking your budtender about terpenes can help you shop smarterOur verdict: Papa Burger is absolutely worth trying. Just respect the potency, pay attention to how it makes you feel, and don’t let somebody else’s opinion keep you from exploring a new grower. Have you tried Papa Burger? Let us know what you thought. For adults of legal age only. This episode reflects our personal experiences and is not medical advice. Know your local laws and consume responsibly. Find everything in one place here: 👉 https://cannabisschool.org/

  5. 3 Sept

    Perception, Intention, and Knowing When to Detach

    This sesh starts with dispensaries, sticky flower, budtenders, and our plans for Cannabis School........and somehow ends with us examining our emotional baggage. You know, the usual. We talk about why cannabis is better as a shared experience, the difference between reacting and responding, and what happens when your intentions collide with somebody else’s perception. Sometimes the person in front of you isn’t the enemy. Sometimes you need to back the fuck up, look at the whole situation, and get curious about what is actually happening. We also get into: The good, bad, and frustrating parts of Utah dispensariesWhy knowledgeable budtenders make such a differenceSupporting more strain and product reviews through PatreonThe upcoming Cannabis School courses and student experienceOur completely necessary “Brandon the Medicine Man” gameCannabis as a tool for slowing down and becoming more presentMental-health medication, side effects, and our personal experiencesSleep, food, routines, therapy, and building better habitsUsing “detach” as a safe word when an argument gets heatedThe gap between perception and intentionLooking at yourself objectively without turning reflection into shameCarrying old trauma into new relationshipsNeil Strauss, The Truth, and the three-second ruleWhy curiosity can teach you more than judgment ever willThe big takeaway: you are the common factor everywhere you go. When something triggers a reaction, pause before deciding who is right or wrong. Step outside yourself, look at the situation from a wider perspective, and ask why you responded that way. You may not like every answer—but at least now you can do something with it. Thank you to everyone supporting Cannabis School on Patreon. Your support helps us purchase new strains, test products, improve the show, and keep having conversations like this one. Find everything in one place here: 👉 https://cannabisschool.org

  6. 1 Sept

    Blue Lobster Strain Review: Our Favorite Hybrid of 2026?

    Welcome back to Cannabis School! Today, Brandon and Jesse review Blue Lobster by Grassroots, an indica-leaning hybrid currently swimming around Utah’s medical cannabis market. A member of the Cannabis School community helped make this review possible, so thank you for supporting the show and giving us another strain to break down! Blue Lobster crosses Apples and Bananas with Eye Candy. The batch reviewed comes in around 23% THC, along with minor cannabinoids including CBGA, CBCA, THCV, and CBDA. Once again, it proves that THC percentage is only one small piece of the experience. The container may feel cheap, but the flower inside tells a different story. These popcorn buds are small, dense, squishy, and surprisingly fresh. The aroma and flavor bring sweet fruit, citrus, earth, musk, and a little gas without becoming overly sharp or peppery. The experience is where Blue Lobster really earns its claws. This strain feels calm, euphoric, social, and incredibly present. It quiets the unnecessary noise without completely shutting down the mind. Instead of sending thoughts in every direction, Blue Lobster makes it easier to stay immersed in the conversation or activity directly in front of you. Physically, the body feels relaxed without becoming useless. Both hosts report a major reduction in their usual discomfort during the session, along with very little fidgeting. It may become sleepier with a larger amount, but at a moderate dose it feels surprisingly versatile. Morning, afternoon, conversation, gaming, relaxing, or winding down—this may be an anytime strain for the right consumer. Just remember: the more you consume, the more likely you are to catch what the guys lovingly call “the happy dumbs.” The commonly reported terpene profile includes myrcene, limonene, beta-caryophyllene, and linalool. In this batch, the earthy relaxation and citrus brightness work together beautifully. It settles the body without making the entire room feel dark. The final verdict? Blue Lobster is Brandon’s favorite hybrid of 2026 so far. Grassroots has not always been the first brand the guys reach for, but this strain was a genuine surprise—and proof that a discounted bag of popcorn flower can deliver a better experience than products chasing the highest THC number. In this episode: • Reviewing Grassroots Blue Lobster in Utah• Apples and Bananas × Eye Candy genetics• Dense popcorn buds and questionable packaging• THC versus the complete cannabinoid profile• Myrcene, limonene, caryophyllene, and linalool• Sweet fruit, citrus, earth, and light gas• Calm, euphoric, social, and focused effects• Physical relaxation without immediate couchlock• Why higher THC does not guarantee a better experience• Finding quality cannabis on sale• Utah’s broader cannabinoid profiles• Water filters, missing disc-golf equipment, and other detours• A free Cannabis School strain-labeling tool Find everything in one place here: 👉 https://cannabisschool.org/products

  7. 27 Aug

    Land of the Terps: What Is Nerolidol?

    Welcome to the Land of the Terps! Cannabis School 101 is officially back, and this time Brandon and Jesse are going deeper than the usual THC percentage and strain name. Today’s lesson focuses on nerolidol, a minor terpene found in cannabis and aromatic plants such as jasmine, lemongrass, tea tree, ginger, and orange blossom. It is not usually one of the largest numbers on a cannabis label, but that does not mean it should be ignored. Nerolidol has a subtle aroma commonly described as woody, floral, green, earthy, and slightly sweet—almost like fresh bark. It exists in cis and trans forms and belongs to a class of compounds called sesquiterpenes. Why do plants produce terpenes in the first place? They were not created for humans to enjoy. Terpenes help plants communicate, defend themselves, discourage certain insects, attract beneficial organisms, and interact with the environment around them. The guys use an entourage analogy to explain why isolated compounds cannot always predict a complete cannabis experience. One person can accomplish something alone, but the right team working together may create something entirely different. Cannabis is similar: cannabinoids, terpenes, flavonoids, dose, and personal biology all contribute to the final experience. Research has investigated nerolidol for insect-related plant defense, skin penetration, and possible calming or sedating properties. That does not make it a proven treatment, but it does make this minor terpene worth watching as cannabis research develops. Brandon and Jesse explore nerolidol while vaporizing Blue Lobster, a strain in which it may appear alongside more familiar terpenes such as myrcene, limonene, beta-caryophyllene, and linalool. Blue Lobster’s calm, relaxed experience gives the guys a real-world starting point for discussing how a minor terpene may fit into a much larger chemical profile. The conversation also covers vaporizer temperatures, cannabis aroma, topical products, fast-acting edibles, dosing mistakes, CBD and CBG flower, and why beginners should never assume a product is mild based only on its size. The homework is simple: stop shopping by THC percentage alone. Ask for the certificate of analysis, examine more than the top three terpenes, and begin noticing which combinations consistently work well for you. In this episode: • What terpenes do inside plants• What nerolidol is and how to pronounce it• Cis-nerolidol versus trans-nerolidol• Woody, floral, earthy, and fresh-bark aromas• Nerolidol in jasmine, ginger, tea tree, and citrus• Plant defense and chemical signaling• Monoterpenes versus sesquiterpenes• The cannabis entourage-effect theory• Why minor terpenes still matter• Blue Lobster and its terpene profile• Research into skin penetration and topical formulations• Vaporizer temperature and aroma• Fast-acting versus traditional edibles• Why accurate edible dosing matters• CBD and CBG flower for lower-tolerance consumers• Reading a cannabis certificate of analysis Land of the Terps: What Is Nerolidol? Find everything in one place here: 👉 https://cannabisschool.org/products

  8. 25 Aug

    Cheeee of Bandits Strain Review: Sweet, Spicy & Seriously Weird

    Welcome back to Cannabis School! Today, Brandon and Jesse review Cheee of Bandits by Pure Plan, a mysterious Utah cannabis strain with an unusual name and an experience that is even harder to explain. Despite what the name suggests, this flower does not arrive with an overwhelming cheese aroma. Instead, it produces a surprisingly sweet smell that becomes even more impressive as the vaporizer begins warming. The first taste reminds the guys of stevia: undeniably sweet, slightly strange, and difficult to place. The flower reviewed contains roughly 20% THC, along with minor cannabinoids including CBC and CBG. Its labeled terpene profile includes beta-caryophyllene, limonene, linalool, myrcene, and humulene. Together, they create a sweet, peppery flavor that eventually develops a gentle “sweet heat” across the tongue and throat. The initial experience is bright, floaty, giggly, and physically relaxing. Colors seem more vibrant, the arms feel lighter, and Brandon notices that his sore shoulder is no longer demanding as much attention. As the session continues, however, Cheee of Bandits becomes more complicated. The bright beginning transitions into a strongly head-focused experience, with warmth and pressure around the top of the head. Brandon and Jesse also notice tension around the neck and jaw. It remains entertaining and silly, but neither host can identify a clear activity or purpose for it. Would it be good for watching a ridiculous movie and making your own commentary? Absolutely. Would we choose it for work, exercise, or focused creativity? Probably not. The guys experiment by adding GMO Cookies, hoping its relaxed euphoria will balance the experience. Unfortunately, the combination creates more jaw tension and proves that even two enjoyable strains can make a questionable team. The final verdict? Cheee of Bandits is not necessarily bad—it is just weird. Its aroma is incredible, the sweet-and-spicy flavor is memorable, and the opening effects are genuinely fun. The later head pressure makes it harder to recommend as an everyday strain, but curious sativa fans may enjoy trying something that does not feel like everything else on the shelf. Buying it on sale makes sense. Mixing it with GMO did not. In this episode: • Reviewing Cheee of Bandits by Pure Plan• A mysterious Utah cannabis strain• Approximately 20% THC with CBC and CBG• Caryophyllene, limonene, linalool, myrcene, and humulene• A sweet aroma that resembles stevia• Peppery flavor and gentle sweet heat• Bright, floaty, and giggly opening effects• Head pressure, neck sensations, and jaw tension• Using low heat to explore cannabis aroma• Why it may work for movies and social laughter• Mixing Cheee of Bandits with GMO Cookies• Why some cannabis combinations do not work• The need for better strain information in Utah• Pure Plan, Dragonfly, Betty, and Brand Zero Find everything in one place here: 👉 https://cannabisschool.org/products

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Cannabis School is a weekly podcast focused on clear, honest cannabis education for real adults. We break down how the plant works, how people actually use it, and how to think about cannabis with intention, not hype or fear. Through science, lived experience, and real conversations, we cut through stigma and misinformation so listeners can make informed choices that fit their lives. Hosted by Brandon Elder and Jesse Angeles. Questions or feedback: contact@cannabisschool.org

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  • Creator
    Flow Media
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    399
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Flow Media
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    Cannabis School

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