Cannabis School

Flow Media
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  • Alternative Health
  • Biweekly

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. 3d ago

    Cannabis, Core Memories & the Cultures That Shape Us

    We’re kicking off this Sesh with the AirVape Legacy CORE, an entry-level dry-herb vaporizer AirVape sent us to try. We break down the airflow, temperature settings, replaceable battery, dosing capsules, cleaning design, session timer, warranty, and how it compares with the more advanced Legacy models. For the price, the CORE delivers smooth airflow and respectable vapor—but the shorter session time and lack of a detailed display may matter depending on how you like to vape. We give you the good, the frustrating, and our honest verdict after running flower through it. Then the Sesh takes over. We ask whether modern video games still create those unforgettable “core memory” moments. From The Witcher 3 and Ghost Recon to remasters, endless releases, online gaming, practical movie effects, and nostalgia, we wonder whether entertainment has actually improved—or whether prettier graphics are covering up weaker stories. From there, the conversation moves into work, money, homeownership, commercial real estate, gambling, religion, judgment, and the expectations we place on other people. Brandon also shares a difficult story from his time working in mental health involving someone who escaped a high-control religious community. That leads to a deeper discussion about faith, rituals, manipulation, personal responsibility, and why questioning your surroundings can be so important. It’s funny, serious, uncomfortable, nostalgic, and completely off the rails—which means it’s definitely a Cannabis School Sesh. In this episode: Testing the AirVape Legacy COREAirflow, temperature settings, cleaning, and dosing capsulesReplaceable batteries and the short session timerHow the CORE compares with other AirVape modelsWhy flower felt better after the previous RSO experienceAre video games losing their “core memory” moments?The Witcher 3, Ghost Recon, remasters, and gaming nostalgiaPractical movie effects versus digital perfectionWhen hobbies become workHomeownership, commercial real estate, and financial riskGambling, religion, and changing cultural expectationsGrowing up LDS and questioning what you were taughtHigh-control communities, trauma, and personal freedomWhy we can control our response—even when we can’t control the situationChapters: 00:00 Welcome to the Sesh00:19 AirVape Legacy CORE first look01:33 Price, controls, and temperature settings02:17 Mouthpiece, airflow, and vapor quality03:13 CORE versus other vaporizers04:15 Warranty, dosing capsules, and cleaning05:15 Replaceable battery and included tools06:26 The short session timer07:37 Returning to flower08:00 AirVape models, accessories, and final thoughts10:22 Let’s talk video games10:39 Are “core memory” games disappearing?12:41 The Witcher 3 overhaul16:24 Relaxing games versus exhausting games17:27 Are we going backward in entertainment?18:00 Nostalgia, movies, and sound quality48:58 Homeownership and commercial real estate51:48 Gambling, religion, and changing standards53:13 Judgment and expectations55:30 High-control religious communities01:03:01 Family, language, and religious routines01:05:45 What makes something a cult?01:07:34 Community, repentance, and forgiveness01:08:35 Choosing how we respond01:09:01 Final ramblings What game created a core memory for you? And if you’ve tried the AirVape Legacy CORE, tell us what you think of it. Like, subscribe, and share Cannabis School with someone who enjoys honest cannabis conversations and the occasional hour-long detour. Find everything in one place here: 👉 https://cannabisschool.org/products

  2. 5d ago

    RSO Explained: We Tried Rick Simpson Oil—Here’s What Happened

    RSO has one of the biggest reputations in cannabis—but what is Rick Simpson Oil, how do you use it, and what does it actually feel like? In this episode of Cannabis School, Brandon and Jesse try a small amount of RSO from Hoodoo Cannabis. This one-gram syringe contains approximately 694 mg of THC, along with smaller amounts of CBN, CBG, and CBC. Needless to say, this is some seriously concentrated cannabis. We get into the thick, sticky texture, the strong cannabis taste, and why measuring a “grain-of-rice-sized” amount is more difficult than it sounds. The effects begin showing up surprisingly quickly, giving us a calm, focused, and functional experience instead of the traditional euphoric high we expected. For us, the experience seemed better suited for staying active and getting things done than sitting around waiting to feel high. We also discuss the importance of accurate dosing, why capsules may offer more consistency, and why RSO should be approached carefully—especially by anyone without a strong THC tolerance. We also examine the history behind Rick Simpson Oil and the personal stories that helped build its reputation. RSO is often discussed in connection with cancer, pain, nausea, seizures, digestive conditions, and other serious health concerns. However, personal stories are not the same as clinical evidence, and cannabis should never replace professional medical care. In this episode: What RSO and Rick Simpson Oil actually meanThe Hoodoo Cannabis RSO syringe and cannabinoid profileWhy RSO is so dark, thick, sticky, and difficult to handleHow a very small amount tasted and feltHow quickly we began noticing the effectsCalm focus, body effects, and our pain experienceWhy the experience didn’t feel like a traditional highThe history and reputation surrounding Rick SimpsonWhy extreme THC doses and self-treatment can be riskyRSO capsules versus dosing directly from a syringeWhy licensed products, clear labels, and responsible dosing matterOur final verdict on whether RSO is worth exploringChapters: 00:00 Welcome to Cannabis School00:22 Hoodoo Cannabis RSO01:05 Ways people consume RSO01:23 Potency and cannabinoid profile01:53 What does RSO mean?02:17 Trying a small amount03:28 The effects begin04:01 Medical stories and claims07:37 Rick Simpson and the history of RSO10:40 Why extremely high doses are risky11:35 The challenge of accurate dosing12:03 Faster onset than expected20:10 Comparing the experience to flower20:49 Calm, focused, and functional effects21:44 Our pain experience23:32 Why it didn’t feel like a traditional high24:16 Better for staying active?24:50 RSO capsules and consistent dosing26:20 How the effects continued changing28:01 That lingering cannabis taste29:19 Final verdict30:54 Medical-use discussion32:01 Final thoughts Have you tried RSO before? Let us know what your experience was like and how you prefer to use it. Please like, subscribe, and share Cannabis School with somebody who wants to learn more about cannabis without all the confusing nonsense. This episode is for education and entertainment only. RSO is highly potent and can cause significant impairment. It is not proven to cure cancer and should not replace medical treatment. The National Cancer Institute states that cannabis and cannabinoids have not been approved as cancer treatments, although certain cannabinoid medications are approved for specific chemotherapy-related symptoms. Speak with a qualified healthcare professional—especially if you have a medical condition, take medication, or are undergoing cancer treatment Find everything in one place here: 👉 https://cannabisschool.org/products

  3. Oct 22

    Some memories age like vinyl. Others age like PS2 graphics on a giant TV.

    This week’s Sesh starts with old-school video games and ends with a Mexico story that escalates way past “we should probably find our friend.” In between? Strict parents, forbidden cartoons, questionable movie nights, and a very important question: was that childhood favorite actually good, or were you just twelve? With Midtown Haze in the Volcano, we revisit the chaos of Manhunt, the love for Splinter Cell, and the absolute insanity of Conker’s Bad Fur Day. Then we take the scenic route through VHS memories, The Heavenly Kid, and the horror movies that make you laugh versus the ones that actually get under your skin. Naturally, that turns into Navy stories, Tijuana adventures, and a dad who could negotiate a deal through sheer eye contact. It’s a happy, rambling, “how the hell did we get here?” kind of sesh. Pull up a chair. You’re in good company. Inside this sesh: Why some classic games still hit—and others should stay a memory.Childhood gaming limits and cartoons we weren’t allowed to watch.A Heavenly Kid recap that becomes its own side quest.Midtown Haze check-in: happy, chill, and thoroughly off-topic.Horror favorites, chainsaw hands, and one deeply questionable movie night.Navy memories, Mexico misadventures, and the art of holding your price.Chapters 00:00 — Rockstar games were a different kind of wild04:19 — Does nostalgia actually hold up?09:04 — Minecraft, gaming with kids, and the backlog12:19 — Racing games and earning your Nintendo time15:27 — Syphon Filter, Conker, and childhood chaos18:42 — Forbidden cartoons and VHS memories20:14 — The Heavenly Kid rabbit hole29:22 — Midtown Haze in the Volcano29:49 — Popcorn movies and horror favorites36:14 — A movie night that took a turn38:08 — Navy memories and visits from home40:23 — Tijuana trips and Rosarito adventures43:26 — Finding the friends who wandered off47:17 — Bargaining lessons and the $1,250 Honda What’s one game or movie you loved growing up that still holds up—and one you wish you’d left in your memories? 8:16 PM

  4. Oct 20

    Midtown Haze: Clear Head, Chill Body & Patrick Swayze

    Some strains get you talking. Midtown Haze apparently gets us building a whole Patrick Swayze cinematic universe before we’ve even finished the introduction. Welcome to Cannabis School. This week, we’re firing up the Volcano and spending some quality time with Midtown Haze. Big, squishy buds, citrus on the first pull, and woody, earthy aromas have our attention—but how does it actually feel? For us, this session brings a clearheaded, chatty high with a surprisingly relaxed body. We talk through those effects as they settle in, compare the experience with our expectations of a sativa-leaning hybrid, and get into why knowing your own preferences matters more than chasing a label. Along the way, we’re sticking our noses in the grinder, talking flower storage, and appreciating good cannabis the same way you’d appreciate good food. Then we somehow end up on frozen pizza, ketchup sandwiches, learning languages, and somebody’s dad getting into glassblowing. It’s that kind of episode. In this episode: Our Midtown Haze aroma, flavor, and effects review.Why we smell flower before and after grinding.Citrus, pine, incense, and earthy notes—and what we actually pick up.Our Volcano session and some vaporizer talk.Personal terpene preferences and the limits of strain labels.Creative curiosity, relaxed conversation, and the usual questionable tangents.Chapters 00:00 — Welcome to Cannabis School00:31 — Meet Midtown Haze—and cue the Swayze tangent03:48 — Genetics discussion and first impressions05:51 — Volcano session and vaporizer talk07:38 — The grinder sniff test and flower storage10:58 — Flavor notes and how the high is settling in12:18 — Personal experiences with crossfading and medications14:31 — Terpene preferences and appreciating the aroma17:07 — Chatty, focused, and feeling relaxed18:38 — Body effects and individual preferences19:40 — Frozen pizza and childhood sandwiches22:50 — Learning languages, new hobbies, and creative rabbit holes27:39 — Final thoughts and Patreon love Have you tried Midtown Haze? Tell us what flavors stood out and how the experience landed for you. And if you’ve got a childhood sandwich you still defend, we apparently need to hear about that, too. Big love to our Patreon supporters for helping make Cannabis School happen. Follow the show, share this episode with your favorite sesh buddy, and we’ll catch you next week. Find everything in one place here: 👉 https://cannabisschool.org/products

  5. Oct 13

    Does Cannabis Give You Superpowers?

    Ever feel like a few puffs turned you into a creative genius… then one more bowl sent you straight into “oh shit” territory? Yeah. We’ve been there. This week on Cannabis School, Jesse and Brandon explore those moments when cannabis makes you feel more focused, more present, and a little more like the superhero in your own movie. Jesse’s Tropicana Cherries story kicks things off with a twelve-page writing sprint—and a second bowl that took the experience in a very different direction. From there, we get into creativity, quieting the mental chaos, letting go of other people’s judgments, and finding joy without turning every damn hobby into work. There’s a giant bowl of Froot Loops analogy, a Ted Lasso moment, and enough gaming tangents to keep things interesting. The question underneath it all: does cannabis give us superpowers, or do we sometimes feel like we’re finally getting out of our own way? In this episode: Feeling locked in versus getting way too highCreativity, connection, and being presentJesse’s take on slowing down a brain full of ideasEgo, self-judgment, and learning without getting defensiveFinding joy in books, games, and everyday momentsPersonal experiences with strains, terpene profiles, and dry herb vaporizersChapters 00:00 — Tropicana Cherries: superhero mode meets “oh shit”05:48 — Does cannabis actually give you superpowers?08:53 — Family conversations and cannabis stigma13:58 — Mental chaos, Froot Loops, and Quicksilver17:41 — Getting out of your head and into your life21:08 — Finding joy beyond money and possessions25:33 — Jesse’s experiences with terpenes and setting27:31 — Confidence, creativity, and needing approval31:41 — Hobbies, gaming, and letting fun stay fun35:16 — Judgment, Ted Lasso, and letting things go39:22 — Learning from others without an ego battle43:54 — Reflection, kindness, and everyday connection46:48 — Parenting, screens, and personal responsibility51:46 — A delivery disaster and accepting what you can’t control54:56 — Strain labels, personal preferences, and dosing58:39 — Dry herb vaporizers and the people around you Keep the conversation going: Have you ever had a cannabis experience that made you feel like a superhero—or humbled you real quick? Tell us your story. If this episode made you laugh or gave you something to think about, follow Cannabis School, leave a review, and share it with a friend. Find everything in one place here: 👉 https://cannabisschool.org/products

  6. Oct 8

    You F*cked Up. You’re Still Allowed to Grow. Other options with your to

    We missed a week, came back, and apparently had some shit to work through. This sesh starts with Mormon cartoons and whether carrying gold plates into battle requires superhero strength. Somehow, we end up talking about faith, family, forgiveness, and the stories we keep telling ourselves about who we are. GMO Cookies may have helped with the detours. We get personal about growing up in very different households, finding community without agreeing on everything, and learning to look back at our mistakes without turning every memory into another reason to beat ourselves up. You f****d up. What have you learned? Who have you become since then? Then we get into relationships, misunderstandings, and the difference between feeling angry and using that anger to hurt someone. There are some heavy moments in this one, along with plenty of us being us. And just when things need a little breathing room, Jesse shares how “making new connections” became “naked connections” in a professional text. Autocorrect really said, let’s see where this goes. In this sesh: Growing up with Living Scriptures and very specific Sunday entertainment.Family stories, alcohol, and the things we were taught to believe.Faith, church culture, and making room for people who think differently.Taking responsibility while giving yourself room to grow.How labels and assumptions get in the way of connection.Listening to your partner instead of preparing your rebuttal.Feeling your emotions without taking them out on someone else.An unfortunate text, a hard-earned racing win, and the power of a simple thank-you.Chapters 00:15 — We’re back, and straight into Mormon cartoons03:03 — Patience before you could text everyone04:14 — Family stories, Mexico, and two very different grandmas09:01 — Growing up around alcohol—or without it11:38 — Faith, church culture, and community14:21 — Connection, conversations, and looking past labels16:30 — Dating, pickup artists, and manipulation18:18 — Religion and what community means to us21:14 — Forgiving yourself and recognizing your growth28:34 — Do we want understanding, or do we want to be right?31:09 — Identity, labels, and different paths34:53 — Childhood hurt and showing up in relationships38:06 — When an invitation gets lost in translation40:12 — Ownership, reactions, and listening42:07 — Trauma, abuse, and difficult personal stories45:54 — Being angry without being hurtful48:50 — “Naked connections”: autocorrect strikes again50:41 — A little kindness at the checkout52:34 — Finally winning that damn race53:58 — Starting over and saying thank you What’s something you handle better now than you did five years ago? Give yourself a little credit, and tell us about it. Find everything in one place here: 👉 https://cannabisschool.org/products

  7. Oct 6

    Cannabis 101: Why the Hell Is My Heart Racing?

    You wanted to chill. Your heart apparently signed up for cardio. This week on Cannabis School, we’re talking about that uncomfortable moment when your heart starts pounding, you notice every damn beat, and suddenly your smartwatch has your undivided attention. Jesse and Brandon share their own experiences with racing hearts, anxious highs, and familiar products that suddenly felt very different. We talk dose, tolerance, mindset, and the questions we sometimes forget to ask ourselves before a session: Did I sleep? Have I eaten? Am I already stressed? How much caffeine did I just put in my body? We also revisit Jesse’s Banana Kush experience, discuss why we keep coming back to flower, and explain why being the experienced cannabis friend comes with some responsibility. Your buddy’s first session is not an audition for the Cannabis Olympics. Expect honest conversation, questionable analogies, a few Jedi references, and a reminder that “just chill the f**k out” isn’t exactly top-tier emotional support. In this episode: Racing hearts and the anxiety loop of noticing every heartbeat.Why the same strain doesn’t always feel the same.Our experiences with edibles, carts, flower, and changing tolerance.Looking beyond the biggest THC number on the shelf.Set and setting beyond candles and a little patchouli.Supporting a friend who’s having an uncomfortable experience.Talking with your pharmacist about medications—your physicist has other things going on.Chapters 00:31 — Why does my heart feel like that?01:30 — When a favorite cart stops feeling familiar02:47 — Checking in: sleep, food, water, and caffeine04:59 — THC, heart rate, and the nervous system conversation05:50 — Set, setting, and edible experiences07:19 — Moving past the highest THC percentage08:46 — The racing-heart anxiety loop11:04 — An anxious moment while playing Diablo13:29 — Why we keep coming back to flower and vaporizers15:03 — Revisiting Banana Kush and an overwhelming high17:09 — Joints, coughing, and the ritual of smoking22:12 — Feeling panicked versus looking panicked25:25 — Medications: call your pharmacist27:17 — Cannabis Jedi and looking out for beginners28:09 — Personal calming rituals and breathing discussion32:34 — The inevitable movie tangent34:24 — Revisiting dose and consumption methods40:15 — Tolerance and recognizing your own reactions42:42 — Knowing yourself and showing compassion Ever had your usual strain suddenly hit different? Tell us about your experience and what you learned about your own limits. Health note: This episode includes personal experiences and home remedies, not established treatments. Don’t assume concerning symptoms are just anxiety. Chest pain, trouble breathing, or loss of consciousness warrant emergency help. Find everything in one place here: 👉 https://cannabisschool.org/products

  8. Oct 1

    Dude where is my episode

    No episode today, love you guys. See you next Tuesday 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
    410
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Flow Media
  • Show Website
    Cannabis School

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