The Smoking Spot
Welcome to the Smoking Spot, a really good podcast about weed! Join hosts Amanda Breeze and Ryan Herron as they explore the world of our favorite plant through in-depth discussions with industry insiders. For exclusive quotes and custom art work for each episode, follow us on instagram @the.smokingspot
Mon, March 17, 2025
Going Noseblind. Hard-To-Smell Scents That Make An Impact
Are you "noseblind" to some of the most popular scents? Amanda and Ryan dive deep into the world of long-chain musks, the secret ingredient behind fragrances like Another 13, Baccarat 540 Extrait, Cloud 2.0, and Juliette Has A Gun. Explore the fascinating phenomenon of musk anosmia, uncover why these scents drive some wild (hint: it's primal), and learn about the historical impact of our obsession (we did hunt the musk civet to near extinction). Get ready for a scentsational journey into a hidden fragrance category you never knew existed.
Tue, January 21, 2025
From Seed to Salary: Entering the Industry and Navigating Your Value in the Cannabis World
Amanda and Ryan have been holding it down in the industry for over a decade, witnessing its evolution firsthand. Now, we're bringing our combined experience to the table—or rather, to the jar—with actionable advice for breaking into the business. We’ll show you where to start, how to stand out, what you should be earning, and how to recognize when it’s time to level up or move on. Whether you're ready to replace your manager or finally launch that hash-rosin company you’ve been dreaming about, we’ve got you covered. We’ll walk you through landing roles with real growth potential and even break down how to start your own consulting business—using nothing more than your phone. So grab your clearest Sativa and dust off that résumé. This week on The Smoking Spot, we’re showing you how to get in, stand out, and start getting paid what you’re worth.. Check our professional work educating on and formulating scent and flavor profiles @Scentelligence Follow us on Instagram @the.smokingspot to join the conversation. Amanda is on Instagram @emerald.temple.living Ryan, too @theloud100
Thu, January 02, 2025
Get High and Read a Book!
We disappeared for a hot minute but we're back! After taking a couple months to launch some new projects, Ryan Herron and Amanda Breeze are back in the studio with some new book recommendations for 2025 Weed: Cannabis Culture in the Americas by Caitlin Donohue Chill: The Wine Lover's Guide to Cannabis by Jackie McAskill Buzz Kill: The Corporatization of Cannabis by Michael Devillaer All the books featured on this episode were released in 2024 and part of the Cannabis Literary Showcase! New! Get your Cannabis Aroma Wheel Poster! www.ScentelligenceProject.com Find us on insta @the.smokingspot FOLLOW and SUBSCRIBE!
Wed, September 11, 2024
High Standards: Differentiating Your Vape Brand with Amanda Breeze and Ryan Herron
Essentially a cheat sheet for how to start a vape brand. Cannabis purists step aside, the vape market is dominated by botanical terpene profiles, but that's not necessarily a bad thing. Amanda Breeze and Ryan Herron discuss how vape brands can set themselves apart from their competitors and muse over the fact that most don't put the effort in. We talk about the restrictive effect descriptions Canadians are dealing with, what exactly Houndstooth tastes like, and what to do when the terps you ordered smell like a literal garbage fire. Finally, we quick-fire some questions we ask our clients when starting a new vape project and discuss common pitfalls when launching a new flavor. Hit a few blinkers and start writing that business plan you told your Dad was already a done deal, we're launching Vape brands this week on The Smoking Spot. Check our professional work educating on and formulating scent and flavor profiles @Scentelligence Follow us on Instagram @the.smokingspot to join the conversation. Amanda is on Instagram @emerald.temple.living Ryan, too @theloud100
Mon, July 29, 2024
A Chat and a Polkeroo with Marge from The Bite Me Podcast
We sit down with Marge from the Bite Me podcast to discuss this summer's Camp Canna. Amanda tells us the (tragic) story of being disqualified from the stoner-lympics, Marge tells us why summer camp fosters the best community, and Ryan listens intently while mentally practicing his archery skills. Stick around to hear the ladies' rating for this year's camp and details on the next. After camp, we bite down on the topic of creating your own edibles and the balancing act between creating something delicious that also has a precise dosage and desired effect. Let's just say, it's not as easy as it looks. Marge talks us through her interview process and some of the heavy hitters she's had on the show. This episode is going to make you hungry, encourage you to munch an edible, and finally subscribe to the Bite Me podcast. Grab the strongest cookie in the cabinet and join us for this sweet little baker's dozen of an episode. Check our professional work educating on and formulating scent and flavor profiles @Scentelligence Follow us on Instagram @the.smokingspot to join the conversation. Amanda is on Instagram @emerald.temple.living Ryan, too @theloud100
Mon, July 15, 2024
The Underground Press Syndicate with David Jacob Kramer
We sit down this week with David Jacob Kramer, author of Heads Together to talk about the underground press culture of the 60's and 70's. At a time when artists, psychedelic explorers, and activists came together to optimistically smoke pot and push back against government control, we saw an explosion of creative material hit the streets. As ephemeral as newsprint is, some of these publications survived long enough for Kramer to go digging through the archives and share the best-of-the-best. We talk about the state of microfiche, how digging through records became a career, and how hoarding old newspapers is actually a righteous act of rebellion. Grab some loose-leaf, twist one up, and join us for this illustrative trip through the archives.
Sat, July 13, 2024
A.I. Perfume is Going to Suck: Scent News Roll Up with Amanda Breeze and Ryan Herron
We're back from our hiatus with a round-up about the latest scent-based news. We talk about A.I. perfume and why they're going to suck for a while. Amanda presents some newly trending scents in fragrance production and we both explore what "Opal" might smell like. Stick around and hold your nose while we try to describe that teen-boy smell (body spray, that is). No worries, herb fanatics, we focus on cannabis scents in everything from luxe perfumes to hard seltzers. Let's explore how we might someday be able to add the Headspace app to our phones and fax our friends a smell. Oh! The possibilities. Lastly, we sneak in some weird topics and discuss fat-washing rum with ham, WD-40 perfume, and the Tajinification of the grocery store aisle. Twist open a cannabis-flavored seltzer and top it with an exotic citrus garnish for this week's bouquet of scent stories.
Wed, May 15, 2024
The Problem With Terpene Testing: Flavourants Part 2 with Amanda and Ryan
On this episode, Ryan and Amanda relive their tangie-scented trauma and talk about those big bright citrus profiles found in our favourite plant and the compounds that contribute to it. Despite the prevalence of Limonene-rich cultivars, we uncover why they don't always dominate citrus profiles as expected. Drawing from Leafly's compilation of limonene-dominant strains and Abstrax's insightful analysis, we dissect the draw of citrus profiles and how terpene tests are doing a disservice to the profile. From the celebrated past to the present day analysis, we trace the lineage back to the days before Cali O and Skunk. We unravel the complexities of scent preferences, exploring why some prefer a subtle breeze scented with orange blossoms and others go out of their way to drive by the garlic processing plant. Let's explore the essence of exoticism in cultivars and how certain traits can elevate something ordinary into a luxury product. Reach beyond the bottle of orange cleaner and grab a jar of something that smells like a candy-scented candle. Light up, and listen in, you can practically smell the Tropicanna-Sulphurs from here.
Mon, May 06, 2024
ADHD, Smoking Daily, and Substance Use Disorders with Amanda Breeze and Ryan Herron
Join Ryan Herron and Amanda Breeze as they delve into the complexities of ADHD and focus for both diagnosed and undiagnosed individuals. Together, they sift through available research and draw from personal anecdotes to explore the impact of plant medicine on those affected by ADHD. Discover how our brains respond to stimuli, the nuances of our reward centers, and the role of plant medicine in this intricate equation. Ryan shares his journey of receiving an ADHD diagnosis as an adult and walks us through how his use of plant medicine became an issue during the diagnosis process. Meanwhile, Amanda elaborates on the neuroprotective and neurotoxic effects of these substances, emphasizing the delicate and uniquely individualized balance required for an optimal outcome. Grab a jar of something rich in alpha-pinene, twist one up, and ignore those distractions. Better yet, set everything aside and procrastinate with us as we discuss how terpenes, cannabinoids, and flavourants influence brain function, focus, and memory.
Tue, April 30, 2024
Truffles, Terpenes, and THC. Crafting High Quality Hash Chocolate with Crop Circle
Amanda Breeze and Ryan Herron sit down with an owner of Crop Circle Chocolate for an in-depth look at the last ten years in the Oregon edibles market. Jeremiah talks us through what it was like diving in head-first and admits, "I didn't even know what a logo was until we needed one." A decade ago, we were still eating mystery mg space cake and dreaming of the day we could open a box of truffles that didn't taste like stems and seeds. Today, we can stroll into any decent dispensary and walk out with a box of chocolates that would make a fitting Mother's Day gift. Though that didn't happen by chance, the hardworking crew at Crop Circle were in the commercial kitchen, putting in their 10,000 hours. Like the truffles, Crop Circle Chocolate's journey has been a delicate balance of trial and error and sweet success. Grab a jar that might contain a golden ticket and tune in to hear how this small team was able to take their ideas from a stoned plan to full-on fruition.
Fri, April 12, 2024
Getting Lit: Books Off The Top Shelf at Toronto's Cannexpo
Amanda is fresh off the Literary Showcase and Ryan wants to hear all about it. We touch on Germany's recent legal push and Thailand's retreat back toward prohibition before settling in and talking about the Expo. The book fair of our youth has been reimagined to showcase our favorite plant! Amanda talks about the months she spent sourcing the cream of the crop of our industry's best authors, educators, and storytellers. The trials and tribulations of setting up a portable library, and how finding the perfect furniture really tied the room together. Get a J and a pencil to write down recommendations as Amanda talks us through her favorites and shows off the folks pushing the conversation forward. Do us both a favor and take a stoney stroll to your local book dealer to pick up one of these hand-selected recommendations or buy one from the list of booksellers we've curated. https://www.emeraldtempleliving.com/books Photos by @digitalstashboxmedia Check our professional work educating on and formulating scent and flavor profiles @Scentelligence Follow us on Instagram @the.smokingspot to join the conversation. Amanda is on Instagram @emerald.temple.living Ryan, too @theloud100
Fri, March 08, 2024
Amplified: The Women Leading Conversations in Cannabis
This week we've swapped out the pink couch for a boardroom table and invited the women making an impact on the Canadian industry to share their individual stories. With more knowledge than most C-suites, these founders cover everything from regulations to what it takes to gain major traction in the industry. Herb-inspired heartfelt moments are shared along with highlighting the shifts we'll need to see in the industry to continue leading global legalization. Hear what goes on the scenes when creating packaging, pushing back against regulators, and how to establish your own rules in an industry with rigid mandates. Focus that feminine energy and twist up your best bouquet of high-quality flower, light up, and listen in on how these ladies continue to kick ass on the daily. Keep in touch with our guests: Marijane Baker, Noobie and the Doobie @thenoobieandthedoobie Winnie Clark, Disciplined Stoners @disciplinedstoners Alexis and Jolyn, Blunts and Beans @bluntsandbeans Annie and Amanda, High Ladies Podcast @highladiespodcast Amanda Breeze @the.smokingspot Check our professional work educating on and formulating scent and flavor profiles @Scentelligence Follow us on Instagram @the.smokingspot to join the conversation. Amanda is on Instagram @emerald.temple.living Ryan, too @theloud100
Thu, February 29, 2024
Hot and Spicy Herb Stories with Amanda Breeze and Ryan Herron
Spice is tickling our taste buds this week on the vintage pink couch. Experts Amanda Breeze and Ryan Herron explore the Spicy wedge of the aroma wheel this week and delve into the nose-tingling and sneeze-inducing compounds found in our favorite plant. Dessert flavors are all well and good, but spice highlights the variety of life! We highlight some of our favorite spicy cultivars, smoke some Larry Bubba, and then go on a sprawling convo that starts with Beta Caryophyllenes unique properties as both a terpene and a cannabinoid, touches on the spice trade, and culminates with Ryan judging what you fill your pepper grinders with. Cozy up next to us on the couch while we wax poetic over getting peppercorns in our eyes, wonder if dogs like spicy foods, and give away our best lazy-girl self-care tips. Grab some herb that wouldn't be out of place on the spice rack and join us for this heated discussion. Check our professional work educating on and formulating scent and flavor profiles @Scentelligence Follow us on Instagram @the.smokingspot to join the conversation. Amanda is on Instagram @emerald.temple.living Ryan, too @theloud100
Mon, February 12, 2024
How To Spot a Fake Dispensary - News Roll-Up with Amanda Breeze and Ryan Herron
The cases are laid out neatly with brightly packaged prerolls and uv jars of flower. Refrigerators line the wall with bevvies with names like Mellow Melonade and assuredly, the budtender has dreads. Though suspicions mount, you can't get a look inside that bag of "Cookies OG". There's no THC percentage in sight, and you're a hop, skip, and jump away from Caesar's Palace. You've stumbled into a fake dispensary, the increasingly common tourist trap that exists to sell dressed-up hemp products to vacation goers caught up in the excitement of legal weed. Amanda and Ryan catch us all up on the fresh news in the herb world. We cover Germany's latest push to legalize, how the tradition of Dry January affected the canna-beverage market, the dangers of programs like CPEAR, and how we can protect mom-and-pop farms by supporting initiatives like the Parabola Center. Like opening the newspaper and catching a whiff of something dank alongside the updates, we cover the news with a hint of pot-snob. Grab the ISO and clean your favorite piece in anticipation of this quick and stoney news round-up. Check our professional work educating on and formulating scent and flavor profiles @Scentelligence Follow us on Instagram @the.smokingspot to join the conversation. Amanda is on Instagram @emerald.temple.living Ryan, too @theloud100
Thu, February 08, 2024
A Love Letter to Bad Smells and Aphrodisiacs
For thousands of years, humans have reached for herbs that help them sleep, wake, focus, relax, and elevate their moods but it only takes a week working at a dispensary before someone inevitably asks, "Will this make me horny?" So where does our favorite psychoactive plant fit in? Experts Amanda Breeze and Ryan Herron laugh their way through the important question, is this an aphrodisiac? Our conversation starts with prehistoric plants that are just starting to develop flowers and ends somewhere on this side of cracking a jar of some headstash as a mating call. It's a touchy subject that has us rolling our eyes, laughing awkwardly, and finally answering some age-old questions. Tear a square off that Valentine and roll up something nice as you join us on the pink couch for a lighthearted conversation about bad smells, attraction, and where our favorite herb fits in. Check our professional work educating on and formulating scent and flavor profiles @Scentelligence Follow us on Instagram @the.smokingspot to join the conversation. Amanda is on Instagram @emerald.temple.living Ryan, too @theloud100
Mon, January 08, 2024
2023 roll up with Amanda Breeze and Ryan Herron
Ryan and Amanda sit down on a variety of pink couches as they go over their last year of podcasthood. Before the two hosts go through their past year of projects, Amanda launches the Cannabis Literary Showcase and Ryan goes to see Santa Claus. We talk virtual formulation, finally finishing that f*ckng writing project, and how Scentelligence and the aroma wheel came together. We promise it's better than a clip show! Grab a mix of jars from the head stash and roll up a plethora of interesting flavors for this 2023 roll up.
Tue, January 02, 2024
Leafly's Strain of the Year with David Downs
Join hosts Amanda and Ryan as they sit down with Leafly Editor, David Downs, in an engaging conversation about the standout strain of the year—Permanent Marker. We explore Leafly's meticulous criteria for selecting the flower, shedding light on the intersection of data and sensory evaluation in their decision-making process. For this episode, each of us tracks down a sample of Permanent Marker, sharing our unique perspectives and experiences on this stand-out strain. Don't miss out! Grab your own jar of Permanent Marker from a local cultivator and join us as we unwind the highs of 2023.
Wed, December 20, 2023
Cultivating from the Heart with Brave Hearts
Join hosts Amanda and Ryan in this fresh episode as they embark on a captivating journey with the esteemed cultivator, Brave Hearts. Together, they unravel the rich tapestry of craft cannabis history in Oregon, exploring the roots of the industry and its evolution from a breeder's refuge to the rosin capital of the world. Brave shares invaluable insights into how small farms can carve their niche and compete on a grand scale. Discover the secrets, tips, and tricks that growers leverage to clinch prestigious awards while gaining a deeper understanding of the meticulous planning that goes into cultivating exceptional cannabis. Roll up something hard to find and settle in for this very special episode that offers a glimpse of what it truly takes to cultivate top-tier cannabis.
Wed, November 22, 2023
Close Up with Eric Leclerc of Smokus Pocus: A 420 Magic Show
Amanda and Ryan go backstage with Eric as he walks us through his colorful history of being a magician, what it's like performing for an altered audience, and the time a guest marched out of the theater in the middle of a set (spoiler alert: the rest of the party stayed for the rest of the show). Catch an intimate look behind-the-scenes of his mega-popular Smokus Pocus show and hear more on why weed and magic are well-suited buds.
Tue, November 14, 2023
Terpenes Vs. Flavorants with Ryan and Amanda
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.
Thu, October 26, 2023
Trials, Triploids, & Travel with Chris Romaine of Kandid Kush
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.
Thu, October 19, 2023
Sipping Dope Cocktails with Adrian Stein
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!
Mon, October 02, 2023
Through the Microscope: Gazing at Trichome Galaxies with Tom Different
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.
Wed, September 27, 2023
Directing Magazines and Outsmarting the Algorithm with Amanda Day
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.
Wed, September 13, 2023
Smoking with New Friends at CampCanna / How to Throw a Party with Blunts & Beans
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.
Wed, September 06, 2023
Cannabis Career Chronicles: How to Secure a Job in the Industry with Ryan and Amanda from Scentelligence
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.
Thu, August 24, 2023
Tasting Sesh on the Big Pink Couch
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.
Fri, July 21, 2023
Passing Joints Around On a Humbolt Pot Farm
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.
Tue, July 11, 2023
On Ryan's Couch, Best of Portland Episode
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.
Tue, June 27, 2023
Blowing smoke on the shores of Manzanita
Amanda's trip up and down the west coast continues with a stop at one of favorite smoking spots, Manzanita. We celebrate a surprising dispensary on the coast, dig into some local flavors, and give some of our best travel tips in this on-the-road episode of The Smoking Spot.
S1 E19 · Tue, May 23, 2023
Joint Journeys: Exploring Michigan's Cannabis Culture (at the Dispensary that Grows Weed)
Step into the fascinating world of cannabis in Michigan with "Joint Journeys," two unique perspectives on the state's cannabis scene. Ryan shares his personal experiences growing up in the Mitten state. From clandestine transactions buying short bags of wet herb to cultivating relationships with trusted suppliers and tracking down top tier cannabis. We join Amanda, a cannabis enthusiast with travel lust and an insatiable curiosity for cannatourism. Amanda takes us on an immersive journey as she explores the current legal and regulated cannabis landscape in Michigan. So, whether you're a connoisseur, an aspiring entrepreneur, or simply curious about the evolving landscape of cannabis, "Joint Journeys" is here to light up your imagination and take a deep dive into the world of cannabis in the Great Lakes State.
S1 E18 · Tue, May 16, 2023
Smoking at the Louis Pasteur Statue, The Origins of 420
Amanda and Ryan celebrate the 420 holiday by sponsoring the world's largest joint! Amanda gets her hands sticky while Ryan stays home and explores the munchie scene here in Portland. Roll one up yourself and stick around after the chat for interviews with the Guinness-setting record holders and how they persevered through rain and regulations.
Tue, April 25, 2023
Locked up in Croatia
In this episode of The Smoking Spot Podcast, Amanda takes us on a journey through her three-week trip to Europe, exploring the cannabis scene in decriminalized countries such as Italy, Slovenia, and Croatia. While decriminalization may sound like a green light for cannabis use, we learn through an interview with Sara, who was busted in Croatia for possessing just a gram of weed, that the laws can still be quite strict. We also can't help but drool over Moroccan hash in Norway, the prices of weed on the streets of NYC, and discuss our big 420 plans. So light up a joint and join us on this premier episode of The Smoking Spot Podcast in Europe!
S1 E16 · Thu, March 23, 2023
Staring stoned at the Cannabis Aroma Wheel
Today, we're thrilled to announce the launch of our biggest project yet: The Cannabis Aroma Wheel. This groundbreaking sensory tool is a game-changer for cannabis enthusiasts. Join us as we delve into the features of the wheel, why it's a must-have for every Cannasseur, how to use it to elevate your olfactory experience, and where you can get your hands on this must-have tool. Whether you're a seasoned sommelier or just starting out, this episode is packed with insights and tips to help you discover new dimensions of your favourite strains. Get ready for the future of cannabis with today's episode of The Smoking Spot! Don't wait! Head to Scentelligenceprojects.com to learn more and get your own Cannabis Aroma Wheel today.
S1 E15 · Wed, March 08, 2023
Camp Cannabaceae: Botany 101
In this week's episode of the Smoking Spot, we're exploring the fantastic world of botany and cannabis. We take a trip down the rabbit hole of plant families, like the extraordinary Cannabaceae family, which includes hemp, hops, and, of course, weed! Whether you're a seasoned cannabis enthusiast or just someone interested in plants, this episode will surely teach you some new botanical terms and interesting facts to impress your friends! Grab your joint, sit back, and let's get botanical!
S1 E15 · Tue, February 28, 2023
Burning one in The Buff
On this week's episode of the Smoking Spot Podcast, we take a trip to Buffalo to explore Western New York's cannabis community. With Manhattan's first legal rec shops opening their doors, Amanda couldn't resist exploring firsthand the current state of the industry. Despite the city taking its time to catch up with the legal rec market for cannabis tourists, we explore the local cannabis scene and uncover some of Buffalo's hidden gems. Tune in to join us on a quick trip through the cannabis landscape of Western New York in another adventure episode of the Smoking Spot!
S1 E14 · Wed, February 22, 2023
Sipping Green Dragon at the Canna Cocktail Lounge
Amanda and Ryan are shaking things up a little and talking canna cocktails. We're already seeing the worlds of beer, spirits, and cannabis mixing and mingling so let us kick it up a notch! This week we've created another Scentelligence project and formulated a Gin recipe with a backbone of clean juniper, California cannabis, and a top note of fresh fruit. Listen in to hear about our approach to making a scaleable cannabis-inspired spirit and all the trials and tribulations that went along with it. From knocking back bottles with stems and seeds in it to the not-so-distant future of social use lounges, this week we're getting tipsy with anticipation for what's next in the world of bevvies. https://www.scentelligenceproject.com/
S1 E13 · Tue, February 07, 2023
Blunts on the Beach in Puerto Rico
Step into the world of tropical cannabis with Amanda as she travels to Puerto Rico on a spontaneous adventure to explore its vibrant, thriving cannabis community. From tasting the local strains to hidden smoking spots, we discover the culture and rich history of Puerto Rico's relationship with cannabis to give you an exciting look at what to expect when visiting! We also interview Cesar, a local BioBay guide on the island of Vieques, who shares his knowledge of the local cannabis scene. So pack your bags, grab your rolling papers, and join us as we discover the wonders of Cannabis in Puerto Rico and find the best smoking spots in paradise.
S1 E12 · Tue, January 17, 2023
Sneaking a joint in the Scentelligence Lab
In today's episode, we're getting high and revolutionizing the rapidly growing cannabis scent industry by creating new and unique scent profiles for cannabis strains and launching our first Scentellicence ScentStrain! Plus, we're talking about the latest news and current trends in cannabis pricing and discussing the differences between botanical and cannabis-derived terpenes. So grab your bong and join us for another fun and illuminating episode of the Smoking Spot. Check Scentelligence Project here! https://www.scentelligenceproject.com/
S1 E11 · Mon, January 09, 2023
Buying a Nickel Bag of Theobromine
Join Ryan and Amanda as they taste different chocolate while high. In this episode, we explore a sweet selection from milk chocolate KitKats to 100% cacao bars, investigating the flavours and smells with a real chocolatier, Ryan! If you're a fan of eating chocolate while high, this is an episode you won't want to miss. So grab your favourite strain and join in on the fun by tasting some chocolate of your own while you listen. https://www.barry-callebaut.com/en/group/media/news-stories/barry-callebaut-introduces-sensory-language
S1 E10 · Wed, January 04, 2023
Smoking in the Library's Stacks
Amanda and Ryan dig into scent and cannabis-centric articles from around the web and ask the important question: Should things that smell better cost more? Join us for a quick exploration into making sense of scent and listen in as we complain about how we already know what the nose knows. Grab something pungent and nerd out along with us. Links below: https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2021/02/01/how-to-make-sense-of-scents https://www.businessnewsdaily.com/3469-smells-shoppers-spend-more.html https://hightimes.com/study/the-nose-knows-study-shows-aroma-drives-cannabis-consumer-appeal/
S1 E9 · Tue, December 20, 2022
Hotboxing a Ford Fiesta
Amanda and Ryan discuss what Winter smells like, why it's the perfect time to buy sun-grown weed, and how pinene-rich herb is a f'ing vibe. Whip up a batch of medicated holiday cookies and join us for this chilled out episode.
Wed, December 14, 2022
Around a jar of Jealousy at the Cowboy Cup
Amanda and Ryan talk about the suspicious mold claims at the Cowboy Cup that disqualified nearly everyone but the sponsor, Leafly's strain of the year, and our stoney projections for the cannabis industry in 2023. Twist one up and join us while we try to wrap our heads around the future.
S1 E7 · Mon, December 05, 2022
Nug Vision in the Weed Fields
In today's episode, we answer the question: How do I get better at smelling ? And we're not talkin' BO. We're talking terps. Whether you're smoking half a joint by the baseball diamond, curled up on the couch with your favourite bong, or harvesting fresh nugs in the weed fields... This episode has all the answers to creating sensory profiles with an expert nose! Get better at smelling our favourite plant with a new Smoking spot from @p_isforpot! Oh... and prepare to get ripped: Smoke a bowl every time Amanda or Ryan says, "Absolutely.”
S1 E6 · Tue, November 29, 2022
At the Meow Wolf Dab Bar
Amanda and Ryan talk about why some cannabeverages suck, what it's like cleaning your house high-as-a-kite, and what we need for social lounges to get us off the couch. Cut a fat slice of space cake and brew some tea, this ep covers a lot of ground and features a nostalgic smoking spot by @the.different.tom.different.
S1 E5 · Fri, November 18, 2022
Trimming at the Party Farm
Amanda and Ryan sit down this week to talk about the (now resolved) dispensary strike in Canada, seeded weed, and take a deep nose-dive with the help of Harold McGee. Give your favorite pipe a deep clean and sit down to join us for this heady ep.
S1 E4 · Mon, October 31, 2022
Around The Campfire: Spooky Stoner Stories
Amanda and Ryan invite some friends over to tell their spookiest stoner tales. Grab your best burning-herbs and join us for some harrowing stories of UFOs, disappearing farm workers, and microwaved weed.
S1 E3 · Tue, October 18, 2022
Sitting Under Twenty Five Foot Plants
Amanda and Ryan are back in the lab to talk about terpenes, growing monster-sized plants, and why basic consumers are screwing it up for the rest of us. Featuring a smoking spot story from our friend, Jasmine. Twist one up and tune in.
S1 E2 · Tue, October 11, 2022
In The Apothecary
Today we're talking terps, canna beverages, and products that literally stink. Grab a jar from the back of the head stash and join us.
S1 E1 · Thu, September 22, 2022
Down At The Smoking Spot
Amanda and Ryan kick things off by talking about killing Amanda's plants, how Ryan is likely ruining his neighbor's stash, and why THC% is a poor indicator of quality. Twist one up and join us for this inaugural episode of The Smoking Spot.
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