Get an inside look at how ETHA Botanicals approaches kratom with honesty and transparency. In this week's podcast, we cover everything from COAs and sourcing to ethical marketing, healthcare use, and how kratom fits into modern wellness. Whether you're a longtime user or just curious, this is a must-watch for anyone who wants to better understand kratom’s role in health and performance.

Real Talk with ETHA Botanicals: Kratom, Ethics, Testing & Transparency In this in-depth conversation with ETHA Botanicals, we dive into real questions from a customer’s perspective — everything from lab testing (COAs) and ethics in the kratom industry, to sourcing practices, product effects, and how to speak to healthcare providers and skeptics about kratom.Topics Covered:– Proper pronunciation of “Kratom”– Why some COAs may show identical results across products– ETHA’s approach to layered blends vs. individual testing– The ethical spectrum in the kratom industry– Balancing science, marketing, and supplement regulations– Sourcing: Southeast Asia vs. U.S.-grown kratom– How to talk to friends, family, or spiritual communities about kratom– Kratom and healthcare settings (e.g. post-surgery pain management)– Possible links to blood sugar drops and appetite– Understanding variability in effects and how it impacts formulation testing– Addressing the habit-forming nature of kratom, and how to taper safelyWhether you're new to kratom or a long-time user, this video is a transparent look at the challenges and values behind ETHA's approach to making kratom a trustworthy supplement.Have questions of your own? Drop them in the comments!SHOP ETHA25% off Powders CODE: POWDERS25Expiration: Tuesday, July 29, 2025 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more content on kratom, wellness, and legal updates.

Ask the Founders | Kratom, Purity, Tariffs & Personal Stories

In this episode of Ask the Founders, we dive into your questions about kratom, business decisions, and personal experiences with the plant.

Topics covered include:

– Will new tariffs increase product prices?

– Do plants like kratom have intelligence or intention—or are they just chemical tools?

– Our founders' first kratom experiences and what they felt

– Personal benefits we’ve noticed from kratom use– Has kratom taught us patience, discipline, or body awareness?

– Is kratom safe for people with high blood pressure or anxiety?

– How we ensure the purity and safety of our products

– Thoughts on mixing strains and best practices

If you’re curious about the deeper philosophy behind kratom, real-world safety, and the inner workings of a company built around it, this one’s for you.

Drop your questions in the comments for the next episode!

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🎙️ Live Fully with Kratom – Episode: Kava, Calm & Kratom News

🌿In this episode, ETHA Co-Founders Victor and Alexander explore the relaxing world of kava and share important updates from the kratom industry.

Here’s what we cover in this video:

✔️ How kava is traditionally used in Pacific Island cultures

✔️ The science behind kava’s calming effects

✔️ Kava vs. kratom — how they compare for mood, energy, and relaxation

✔️ ETHA’s perspective on kava and future product plans

✔️ FDA’s crackdown on synthetic kratom compounds like 7-OH

✔️ What this means for kratom safety and legality

Related Articles:

• FDA Takes Action on 7-OH Products – Reuters

• Illegal Kratom Operation Shut Down – The Thaiger

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In this preview of episode 106 of Live Fully with Kratom Podcast, ETHA co-founders dive into the calming, stress-relieving powers of kava — how it’s used, how it compares to kratom, and where it’s headed in the wellness world.Tap in for real talk, tradition, and natural wellness.

In this week's podcast, ETHA co-founder Alexander Karp spoke at the 2025 International Kratom Symposium in the Czech Republic, highlighting ethical business practices and U.S. regulatory progress. We cover IRAP’s push for kratom legislation, conflicts within the industry, and the overlooked efforts of the Czech Kratom Association. Plus, hear about new research on kratom’s effects on brain function and upcoming ISO-approved testing. All this from inside the historic Lichtenstein Palace!

Go behind the scenes with ETHA’s Head of Production, Bert, as we explore the science, systems, and humor that keep your favorite kratom products consistent and compliant. In this candid conversation, Bert shares:

• Whether or not he personally takes kratom

• His day-to-day role managing production and maintaining quality standards

• What GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) actually means—and why it matters

• A sneak peek at new product innovations: ReFresh updates, mint blends, and our newest hazelnut kratom shot

• A fun debate: which video game character needs kratom the most?

It’s equal parts educational and entertaining. If you’ve ever wondered how kratom products are made—or just want to nerd out over plant science and pop culture—this episode is for you.

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In this powerful and personal episode, we’re joined by ETHA’s Production Manager Kevin, who opens up about his fitness journey—from first stepping into the gym to building a lifestyle rooted in discipline, strength, and recovery.

We explore:

• What inspired Kevin’s passion for weightlifting

• How training has evolved for him mentally and physically over the years

• The mental toll of intense fitness and how he copes with burnout and injury

• His real-world experience using kratom for performance, recovery, and daily motivation

• How kratom stacks up against mainstream pre-workouts and supplements

• Misconceptions about fitness, especially among younger lifters

• Advice for staying strong and resilient beyond age 60

Whether you're a gym newbie or a seasoned lifter, this episode sheds light on the role of plant-based support, smart training, and mental wellness in building a long-term fitness lifestyle.

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🎙️ ETHA Podcast | Kratom Industry News • Health Tips • International Kratom Symposium Insights

🌿 In this episode, we dive deep into key highlights from the International Kratom Symposium held in the Czech Republic. Discover insights from leading experts and organizations shaping kratom’s future, including the Institute for Rational Addiction Policies (IRAP), Czech regulations, and groundbreaking research.

Here’s what we cover in this video:

✔️ Institute for Rational Addiction Policies (IRAP) — Led by Chairman Jindrich Voboril, former National Drugs Coordinator and adviser to the Czech Prime Minister. IRAP focuses on connecting science and policy to promote harm reduction, regulation, and safer alternatives instead of ineffective prohibition.

✔️ IRAP’s Legislative Goals — Advocating for laws on psych modulatory substances with kratom as their best candidate, distinguishing it from recreational substances like cannabis.

✔️ Industry Challenges — IRAP is primarily funded by a kratom vendor with a controversial history of selling low-quality kratom without proper testing, causing conflicts with other vendors committed to raising industry standards and ethical business practices.

✔️ Czech Kratom Association — Successfully stopped kratom bans last year and played a critical role in educating legislators, though often overlooked.

✔️ Czech Kratom Regulations — Still pending implementation. ETHA’s co-founder Alexander Karp spoke about U.S. kratom regulation and ethical business leadership, highlighting the ongoing battle against prohibition.

✔️ New Research Update — Dr. Martin Kuchar from the Forensics Laboratory for Biological Active Substances, ISO-approved for kratom testing starting June 8, 2025.

🗣️ Join the conversation: Share your kratom story and stay informed on the latest science and policy!

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🎙️ ETHA Podcast | Kratom Industry News • Health Tips • Starting a Kratom Business

🌿In this episode, we dive into urgent updates affecting kratom consumers, a real-life health journey, and what it really takes to launch your own kratom company.

Here’s what we cover in this video:

✔️ Louisiana SB 154 Passed – A major threat to kratom consumers statewide. A rally on June 3rd at the Capitol urged the governor to veto the bill.

✔️ FDA Kratom Study Update – In a pilot study, doses up to 12g showed no significant adverse effects. ETHA is supporting Phase 2 with lab-verified, compliant kratom.

✔️ Health Tip: Carnivore Diet

✔️ Starting a Kratom Company – We break down the key questions to ask before jumping in your mission, customer base, sourcing, legal compliance, marketing, and how to get your first 100 customers.

Kratom-Specific Business Questions:

-Where will you source your kratom, and how do you ensure it’s safe and legal?

-Are your vendors certified, using lab testing and compliant with AKA GMP standards?

-What are the federal and state regulations you must follow?-How will you manage labeling, claims, and disclaimers to stay compliant?

-What can you legally say about your product, and how do you avoid making “drug” claims?

-Do you have a solid quality control and product testing plan in place?

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