The Green Standard: A Podcast By Veriheal

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Welcome to The Green Standard: A Podcast By Veriheal, where we talk about all things cannabis. By sharing stories from medical cannabis patients, business owners, and practitioners in the space, we're on a mission to strip away the secrecy, shame, and stigma that surrounds cannabis to advocate for more transparent conversation and easier, more dignified access to cannabis across the globe. And the best way to make way for transparent conversations is to start having them. Subscribe and help us set the standard.

  1. Cannabis Wrapped: The Top 5 Stories From 2024

    12/18/2024

    Cannabis Wrapped: The Top 5 Stories From 2024

    Welcome back to The Green Standard Podcast! As 2024 wraps up, we’re counting down our top 5 cannabis stories of the year!From Snoop Dogg stealing the show at the Olympics to groundbreaking, stigma-busting news, these moments highlight how far we've come and why the future of cannabis looks brighter than ever. Watch now and celebrate the progress with us! Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share your favorite cannabis moment of 2024 in the comments! Read our full Cannabis Wrapped 2024:►https://www.veriheal.com/blog/cannabi... Get Your Medical Marijuana Card: ►https://www.veriheal.com/find-a-medic... Get valuable cannabis education:►https://www.veriheal.com/blogFind local dispensaries in your area visit: ►https://www.veriheal.com/dispensariesIf you have any questions at all don't hesitate to reach out, we are more than happy to assist you every step of the way.Contact: media@veriheal.comFollow Us:► Facebook:  / veriheal  ► Twitter:  / @veriheal  ► Instagram:  / veriheal

    17 min
  2. Breaking Stigmas: Dr. Abe’s Journey in Medical Cannabis & Advocacy

    12/11/2024

    Breaking Stigmas: Dr. Abe’s Journey in Medical Cannabis & Advocacy

    After years of working as our Lead Medical Reviewer, the legendary Dr. Abe is finally sharing his personal story! In this episode of The Green Standard, we sit down with Dr. Abraham Benavides, a cornerstone of the Veriheal team and a visionary in medical cannabis education. Dr. Abe shares his journey of overcoming adversity, from facing racial discrimination in medical school to pioneering cannabis research study groups at George Washington University. Listen to find our how his work continues to challenge stigmas and transform the medical community’s understanding of cannabis as medicine. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: How Dr. Abe overcame racial discrimination in medical school for using cannabisHis role in founding cannabis research study groups at George Washington UniversityThe challenges he faced and the breakthroughs he’s madeHow he’s changing the medical community’s understanding of cannabis as medicineVisit the Doctor’s Corner for Dr. Abe’s Cannabis Across Life Series: ►https://www.veriheal.com/blog/doctors... Get Your Medical Marijuana Card: ►https://www.veriheal.com/find-a-medic... Get valuable cannabis education:►https://www.veriheal.com/blogFind local dispensaries in your area visit: ►https://www.veriheal.com/dispensariesIf you have any questions at all don't hesitate to reach out, we are more than happy to assist you every step of the way. Contact: media@veriheal.comFollow Us:► Facebook:  / veriheal  ► Twitter:  / @veriheal  ► Instagram:  / veriheal

    35 min
  3. Unpacking Cannabis Education & Sharing Fun Facts With Lex Pelger

    12/04/2024

    Unpacking Cannabis Education & Sharing Fun Facts With Lex Pelger

    Welcome to this week’s episode of The Green Standard! Today, we’re joined by Lex Pelger—a biochemist, cannabis educator, and passionate advocate for exploring the vast untapped potential of the cannabis plant.In this episode, we take a deep dive into the world of cannabis education, uncovering what it looks like today, the challenges it faces, and what needs to change to ensure its future success. Lex shares invaluable insights into how education can evolve to break stigmas, bridge knowledge gaps, and empower more people to understand and use cannabis responsibly.But that’s not all — Lex also shares his favorite mind-blowing cannabis facts that highlight just how extraordinary this plant really is. Whether you’re a newcomer to the world of cannabis or a seasoned advocate, we guarantee you’ll learn something new.In this episode, we cover: ►The current state of cannabis education and why it matters ►What cannabis education needs to succeed in the future ►The importance of recognizing progress — no matter how slow ►What Moby Dick has in common with the endocannabinoid system Learn More About Lex:►https://www.lexpelger.com/Get Your Med Card:►https://www.veriheal.com/Access the latest news and cannabis education:►https://www.veriheal.com/blogFind a dispensary near you: ►https://www.veriheal.com/dispensariesWatch the video version on our YouTube:► https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TmzZRAuD3to

    45 min
  4. How Cannabis Helped Jason Atkins Overcome PTSD After Losing Everything

    11/27/2024

    How Cannabis Helped Jason Atkins Overcome PTSD After Losing Everything

    While we talk about cannabis every day around here, it some areas of the country, the stigma against our favorite plant looks a lot different. One of those places is St. Mary's, Ohio, where Veriheal patient Jason Atkins grows his own medical cannabis. A few years ago, Atkins and his family survived a major house fire. After losing everything but a filing cabinet, Atkins suffered with significant symptoms of PTSD and depression. After getting his medical marijuana card, Atkins life took a more positive turn. On this episode of The Green Standard, Atkins shares his story of recovery after losing everything -- and how he's spent the last few years discovering the best cannabis products for his PTSD, depression, and chronic pain. He walks us through how cannabis keeps him going and allows him to live life better. Welcome back to the Green Standard Podcast! In this episode, Kym sits down with Angela Weston and Yolanda Bennett, the founders of the Georgia Medical Cannabis Society. They share their personal stories as both medical cannabis patients and advocates, offering unique insights into the growing Georgia medical cannabis market. You'll hear about the progress being made, challenges faced, and practical advice for those continuing to push for legal and cultural change. Plus, Yolanda reveals the story behind her intriguing 'Herbal Trucker' persona. Tune in now for a powerful conversation. Like and subscribe to join the movement! Learn more about the Georgia Medical Cannabis Society: ► https://georgiamcs.org/ Get Your Med Card: ► https://www.veriheal.com/ To get valuable cannabis education: ► https://www.veriheal.com/blog To find local dispensaries in your area visit: ► https://www.veriheal.com/dispensaries If you have any questions at all don't hesitate to reach out, we are more than happy to assist you every step of the way. Contact: info@veriheal.com

    25 min
  5. Cannabis Risks: What You Need to Know with Rachel Moore

    11/20/2024

    Cannabis Risks: What You Need to Know with Rachel Moore

    Welcome to another episode of The Green Standard! This week, we’re shaking things up with a special guest: Rachel from Veriheal’s sister company, Verinew! Known for her fun and lighthearted energy, Rachel brings an outsider’s perspective to a topic that’s making waves in the cannabis community— the risks of cannabis use. As someone who doesn’t use cannabis, Rachel shares her unique take on how we should approach this often-overlooked side of the conversation. Together, she and Kym dive into the fallout from a controversial New York Times article that’s sparking important discussions about cannabis safety and education. What you’ll learn in this episode: -Why cannabis education is crucial for avoiding adverse effects -How to talk about cannabis risks responsibly -The latest insights on the science behind the plant Whether you’re a seasoned advocate or just curious about cannabis, this episode is packed with laughs, insights, and fresh perspectives you won’t want to miss. Join the conversation and share your thoughts in the comments! And don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode of The Green Standard! Read The New York Times article: ► https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/04/us... Learn more about Verinew: ► https://www.verinew.com/ Get Your Med Card: ► https://www.veriheal.com/ To get valuable cannabis education: ► https://www.veriheal.com/blog To find local dispensaries in your area visit: ► https://www.veriheal.com/dispensaries Follow Us: ► Facebook: ⁠⁠  / veriheal  ⁠⁠ ► Twitter: ⁠⁠  / @veriheal  ⁠⁠ ► Instagram: ⁠⁠  / veriheal  ⁠

    40 min
  6. Reimagining The Future Of Cannabis With Judson Hill of Fine Fettle

    11/20/2024

    Reimagining The Future Of Cannabis With Judson Hill of Fine Fettle

    Welcome back to The Green Standard: A Podcast By Veriheal!In this episode, Kym sits down with Judson Hill, Fine Fettle’s President of the Georgia market. Hill brings an expert perspective to the show on how changes in the cannabis industry can make access easier across the country. From the SAFE Act to the pending reclassification of c@nnab!s, Judson shares his perspective on how changes in the industry could lead to major breakthroughs in both medical science and cannabis banking. Hill also shares how, in the meantime, Fine Fettle is working to bring comfort and education to their community on the daily. Read more about how Judson Hill is championing Fine Fettle’s mission in Georgia:⁠https://www.veriheal.com/blog/fine-fe...⁠ Thanks for listening to The Green Standard: A Podcast by Veriheal, where we talk about all things cannabis. By sharing stories from medical cannabis patients, business owners, and practitioners in the space, we’re on a mission to strip away the secrecy, shame, and stigma that surrounds cannabis. The best way to make space for transparent conversations is to start having them. Like and subscribe to help us set the standard. Find A Fine Fettle location near you: ►⁠https://www.finefettle.com/⁠Get Your Med Card:►⁠https://www.veriheal.com/⁠Get valuable cannabis education:►⁠https://www.veriheal.com/blog⁠ Follow Us:► Facebook:⁠⁠⁠  / veriheal  ⁠⁠⁠► Twitter:⁠⁠⁠  / @veriheal  ⁠⁠⁠► Instagram:⁠⁠⁠  / veriheal  ⁠

    56 min
  7. Cultivating Community With Hailey Withrow of Storehouse Dispensar

    11/05/2024

    Cultivating Community With Hailey Withrow of Storehouse Dispensar

    Welcome back to The Green Standard podcast! This week, Kym sat down with Hailey Withrow, the staff manager at Storehouse dispensary in Maryland. Withrow brings Storehouse’s trademark light-hearted energy to the show, exploring how the team are leaders in their community for excellent customer service (and even better cannabis). Withrow shares her thoughts on the importance of cannabis education, the personalized connections she shares with her team members and regulars, and how the Maryland cannabis scene has changed since legalizing recreational cannabis. Tune in for an engaging conversation with one of Maryland’s leading cannabis professionals. The Green Standard podcast strives to elevate real, lived experiences within the cannabis industry — whether that’s testimonials from our patients and practitioners or commentary from our staff and partners. By telling these stories, we attempt to strip away the veil of secrecy, shame, and stigma that surrounds the cannabis industry with the effort of advocating for more transparent conversation and easier, more dignified access to cannabis across the globe. Like and subscribe to help us set the standard! Learn more about Storehouse: ► https://www.storehousemd.com/ Get Your Med Card: ► https://www.veriheal.com/ To get valuable cannabis education: ► https://www.veriheal.com/blog To find local dispensaries in your area visit: ► https://www.veriheal.com/dispensaries

    26 min
  8. Revolutionizing Cannabis Research With Sasha Kalcheff-Korn and Dr. Ryan Vandrey

    10/29/2024

    Revolutionizing Cannabis Research With Sasha Kalcheff-Korn and Dr. Ryan Vandrey

    Welcome back to The Green Standard podcast! This week, Kym sits down with Dr. Ryan Vandrey from the Johns Hopkins University Cannabis Science Lab and Sasha Kalcheff-Korn, Executive Director of Realm of Caring, to discuss the revolutionary National Cannabis Study. In this episode, we uncover how this multi-year study is set to redefine our understanding of medical cannabis and its impact on health and well-being. The pair leading the study share their expertise on why this research is crucial, how it will document firsthand experiences, and what it means for those struggling with conditions across the U.S. Through four surveys conducted over a year, participants will contribute valuable data on their experiences as they navigate using medical cannabis for the first time. A truly revolutionary approach, this research will help to fill critical knowledge gaps and help guide future public policy. Could this study finally challenge long-held stigmas and open doors to new medicinal options? Tune in to discover how the National Cannabis Study is helping to create that future. To get valuable cannabis education: ► https://www.veriheal.com/blog To find local dispensaries in your area visit: ► https://www.veriheal.com/dispensaries If you have any questions at all don't hesitate to reach out, we are more than happy to assist you every step of the way. Contact: info@veriheal.com Follow Us: ► Facebook:   / veriheal   ► Twitter:   / @veriheal   ► Instagram:   / veriheal

    42 min
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Welcome to The Green Standard: A Podcast By Veriheal, where we talk about all things cannabis. By sharing stories from medical cannabis patients, business owners, and practitioners in the space, we're on a mission to strip away the secrecy, shame, and stigma that surrounds cannabis to advocate for more transparent conversation and easier, more dignified access to cannabis across the globe. And the best way to make way for transparent conversations is to start having them. Subscribe and help us set the standard.

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