The Smoking Spot

This week we sit down for a hosts-only episode to discuss the new white paper released by Abstrax. We discuss the role that flavorants play in cannabis, what the term Exotic has meant over the last decade, and dig into what these new discoveries mean for the future of the industry. Grab a jar of something tropical and hone your nose with this week's episode of the smoking spot.

Amanda and Ryan cram the big pink couch into Chris Romaine's travel van this week. We talk to Chris about establishing his brand, Kandid Kush while traveling the world in search of unique opportunities. This includes finding triploids in massive pheno hunts, catching Dengue fever in the Jamaican bush, and creating larger-than-life interactive art for The House of Cannabis at THC NYC. Roll up something exotic and admire Chris's mind-boggling work while you listen to this week's episode of The Smoking Spot.

This week Amanda and Ryan invite Adrian Stein of Dope Cocktails to join them on the big pink couch. We talk about how the hospitality industry gets weed wrong, the surprising number of sober bartenders, and how to craft a cocktail that turns heads before the first sip. Drip a drop of Terpenes into that night cap and give this week's intimate episode a listen!

We have the multi-talented Tom Different, founder of the Different Collective and Urbanistic, guiding us through the full spectrum of what he and his team offer. We talk about the epiphany of admiring cannabis through a microscope, why grading herb at the commercial scale is integral to the success of the industry, and why "getting stoned" is not quite the right terminology we should be using. Break out the nice bong and grab the microscope for a much-needed closer look on this week's fresh episode. 

This week we're joined by Amanda Day, owner of @⁠terpodactyl_media⁠ and director of the Oregon Leaf. We dive right into the scene at this year's @thissmokingjacket, talk sophisticated photography setups, and explore ways to battle impostor syndrome. Not to mention a special appearance by @⁠endo_thepit! Reach into the back of the freezer, grab a gram of something nice, and listen in as we explore what it's like battling migraines and pulling all-nighters to give cannabis the attention it deserves. 

Amanda and Ryan sit down on the big comfy pink couch and chat with the illustrious duo Jolyn and Alexis of @bluntsandbeans. They dig into what it takes to throw a big event for the cannabis industry, this year's @camp_canna and winning the Cannalympics (hint: sparking a J in a hurricane is just the beginning). Roll up your cheeriest herb and join us on the couch for this giggle filled and important conversation.

Get ready to roll into Season 2! We're stoked to ignite your curiosity in this brand-new season of The Smoking Spot Podcast.

Why are we so excited, you ask? Well, it's simple – we're diving headfirst into the world of cannabis careers, and we're shining a spotlight on the most intriguing jobs within the industry. Throughout this season, we'll introduce you to incredible community members, brands, and projects that are the heartbeat of the canna-community.

This season we're bringing along some of our favorite folks in the industry. We'll dig deep into their stories – how they got started, what keeps them going, and how they navigate the ever-evolving cannabis landscape through the legal lens. Grab your stickiest herb, twist one up, and join us on the couch for an in depth look into the coolest careers in cannabis.

From the archives! A short episode because Amanda had to catch the bus and head back to Canada! But before leaving Portland we had to explore some of the best pot and find smells for every category of the Cannabis Aroma Wheel. 

The Cannabis Aroma Wheel is a sensory tool designed to help cannasseurs take their knowledge to the next level. It categorizes scents into familiar categories and families to help distinguish precise aromatic notes. Use it to differentiate between the unique tastes of individual cannabis strains, improve your knowledge of aroma complexity, and enhance your sensory experience.

Humboldt is the spot this week as Amanda and Ryan dig into the legal and black market weed scene. We chase ice cream trucks home, help water the plants, and show how to catch the vibe of an area before you've even arrived.

Amanda chats up prominent members of the Humboldt scene about their day to day on the farm and we're lucky enough to listen in. Grab that jar you've been saving and join us for an exploration of one the world's best weed spots.

Amanda and Ryan connect in person and dive into Portland's weed community. We visit a handful of dispensaries, smoke some homegrown herb, and talk about the difference in approach between Oregon and Toronto's dispensary scenes. Roll one up and enjoy some ganja-fueled travel from the comfort of your couch.