In this week's podcast we chat with Abe Gray, Founder of Whakamana Cannabis Museum about Cannabis Politics in NZ. Whakamana Cannabis Museum https://cannabis.kiwi.nz/ AltMed https://altmed.com.au/ Support the showBy Andrew Dowling and Mitch Kurz feat Abe Gray

In this week's podcast we chat with Sean Maloney, Legal Counsel and Commercial Manager of MediCann Health, about: ASX continuous disclosure obligations Use of ASX announcements to advertise medicinal cannabis products and also bury bad news Current state of advertising enforcement against medicinal cannabis companies. MediCann Health: https://www.m…

In this week's podcast we chat with Michael Sassano, CEO and Founder at Somai Pharmaceuticals about: Cannabis across the globe Cannabis Mergers and Acquisitions EU-GMP and vertical integration Cannabis extracts Pharmaceutical cannabis products Somai Pharmaceuticals: https://somaipharma.eu/ AltMed: https://altmed.com.au/ Support the show…

In this week's podcast we chat with Panapa Ehau and Porou Tawhiwhirangi, Founder and Head Grower at Rua Bioscience about: Medical cannabis in New Zealand NZ cannabis genetics Demographics and cannabis NZ cannabis history Rua Bioscience: https://www.ruabio.com/ AltMed: https://altmed.com.au/ Support the show…

In this week's podcast we chat with Lisa Varley, CEO of The Entourage Effect, about: Cannabis registration Distribution vs product strategy Cannabis company success and pitfalls Cannabis market crowding The Entourage Effect https://theentourageeffect.com.au/ AltMed https://altmed.com.au/ Support the show…

In this week's podcast we chat with Craig Frawley, Compounding Pharmacist at My Compounder, about: Compounding Cannabis Early days of cannabis dispensing The Pharmacy legislation Cannabis compounds and emerging science Veterinary cannabis products The first MDMA script in Australia My Compounder https://mycompounder.com.au/ AltMed https://altmed.co…

In this week's podcast we chat with Dr Zaina Cheema about: How doctors should be dosing medical cannabis Challenges doctors face when dealing with the Department of Veteran Affairs for veteran patients Tips for staying mentally healthy (spoiler: eat well and sleep well!) Preventative medicine and current trends in medicine regarding Blending of med…

In this week's podcast we chat with Dr Bryce Joynson about: The ADHD brain and how it functions. Responsible prescribing of medical cannabis. The proliferation of ADHD specialist telehealth clinics. Prevalence and causes of common medical conditions in Australia including obesity and anxiety. Medical ethics and doctors’ obligations in relation to d…

In this podcast, we chat with David Ettershank, Member of the Legalise Cannabis Party about: The rise of the Legalise Cannabis Party as a political force in Australia Reflections on his first year in the Victorian parliament Cannabis policy reform efforts including drug-driving reform and workplace testing The potential for States to legalise canna…

In this week's podcast we chat with Nic Giumarra, GP at One Health Clinics about: The Default Mode Network Patient Access Issues Recreational vs Medical Cannabis Treatment Types THC and CBD interactions with the ECS One Health Clinics https://onehealthclinics.com.au/ AltMed https://altmed.com.au/ Support the show…

In this week's podcast we chat with Shannon Arenson, Pharmacist at Seutika, about: Broken packs and split cannabis packaging Cannabis Pharmacists vs doctors Patient education Recreational vs clinical cannabis Seutika https://seutika.com.au/ AltMed https://altmed.com.au/ Support the showBy Andrew Dowling and Mitch Kurz feat Shannon Arenson

In this week's podcast we chat with Robert Collier, Geneticist at MA Genetics about: Cannabis genetics in Australia Amsterdam vs. Australian Cannabis Scents + flavours + effects of strains Emerging countries for genetics including Sudan and Uruguay MA Genetics: https://ma-genetics.com/ Support the show…

In this week's podcast we chat with Matt Henderson, principal lawyer at Reparation Legal, about: Using cannabis and working FIFO workers and drug use versus medicine Cannabis and driving cannabis and advertising (online CMIs) Reparation Legal https://reparationlegal.com.au/ AltMed https://altmed.com.au/ Support the show…

In this week's podcast we chat with Mimi Sener & Mel Wentzel of CoCo Medical Education & Consulting about: Medical Cannabis Education Medical cannabis insights The medicare health plan CoCo Medical Education & Consulting https://au.linkedin.com/company/coco-medical-education-and-consulting AltMed https://altmed.com.au/ Support the show…

In this week's podcast we flip the interview. Paul from Give and Toke chats with Andrew & Mitch from AltMed about: Mitch and Andrew at Phytoca Running the Altmed podcast Cannabis legals and politics Mr Nice Seedbank Working in cannabis overseas Give and Toke https://linktr.ee/giveandtoke AltMed https://altmed.com.au/ Support the show…

In this weeks podcast with chat with Amy Carmichael of CoCo Medical Education & Consulting about: Medical Education and Consulting Medical cannabis insights Cannabis education The medicare health plan CoCo Medical Education https://www.linkedin.com/company/coco-medical-education-and-consulting/ AltMed https://altmed.com.au/ Support the show…

In this week's podcast we chat with Dr. Dev Banerjee, Sleep Specialist at Lullaby Sleep Clinic, about: types of sleep issues traditional sleep medication vs cannabis cannabis and REM sleep sleep research flower vs oil cannabis and children Lullaby Sleep Clinic https://lullabysleep.com.au/ AltMed https://altmed.com.au/ Support the show…

In this week's episode we chat with Ben Smith Wade & Dolly Shukla of Grove Clinics about: The Cannabis Patient Journey Cannabis bulk-billing Cannabis consult pricing 2 way patient consults Nurse practitioners vs doctors Grove Clinics https://grovehealth.com.au/ https://altmed.com.au/ Support the show…

In this week's episode we chat with Anthony Vinaccia, BDM Manager of Cann Compounding about: Compounding cannabis Strain specifics in indica and sativa Finding employment in the Australian cannabis industry Blending cannabis culture with science Cannabis product knowledge https://www.canncompounding.com.au/ https://altmed.com.au/ Support the show…

In this weeks podcast we see the return of Shantibaba, Scott Blakey of Mr. Nice Seedbank. We chat about: Genetic lineage of cannabis strains The Amsterdam Coffee Shop Scene and the people who shaped it The origin of the dutch seedbanks Strain expressions of total crops versus individual plants through hash Mr Nice Seedbank: https://www.instagram.co…

Join us on this week's episode of our CBD Oil and Medicinal Cannabis Podcast as we delve into an enlightening conversation with Fleta Solomon, the dynamic CEO of Little Green Pharma. This episode offers insights into the differing landscapes of cannabis in Australia and Europe, providing a global perspective on the burgeoning industry. Get firsthan…

In this week's podcast we chat with Hilary Black from BC Compassion Club about: Canadian cannabis companies Legalisation of cannabis The end of prohibition Passionate cannabis advocacy Canopy Growth Corporation Hilary Black Altmed Support the showBy Andrew Dowling and Mitch Kurz feat Hilary Black

In this week's podcast we chat with Pharmacist Andrew Farmer of Terry White Chemist Hawthorn about: Medical Cannabis patients Schedule 4 vs schedule 8 medicine Cannabis vs other treatment options Cannabis demand, wait times and logistics Cannabis advertising Terry White Hawthorn AltMed Support the show…

In this week's podcast we chat with Pharmacist Arash Taji of Prahran Amcal Pharmacy, about: Growth in Cannabis Scripts Cannabis Distributors Cannabis Dispensing Requirements Cannabis Scheduling Cannabis Expiation Notices in South Australia Prahran Amcal Pharmacy https://www.amcal.com.au/store-locator/amcal-pharmacy-prahran AltMed https://altmed.com…

In this week's podcast we chat with Geoff Cutter, GP and Founder of Metamorphosis HealthSpan, about: Educating doctors on cannabis Teaching the Endocannabinoid System in University Curriculums Cannabis and cancer Cannabinoids and Nano-technology Dr Geoff Cutter https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-geoff-cutter-73703918/ AltMed https://altmed.com.au/ Supp…

In this weeks podcast we chat with Liz Warburton from Brisbane Compounding Pharmacy about: Cannabis dispensing Cannabis compounding Bespoke cannabis formulations Terpenes Cannabis patient types Example cannabis herbology and terpene profiles Brisbane Compounding Pharmacy: https://brisbanecompounding.com/ AltMed: https://altmed.com.au/ Support the s…

In this weeks podcast we chat with Des Harp from My Life My Health about: Growth in Cannabis Scripts Cannabis Distributors Cannabis Dispensing Requirements Cannabis Scheduling Cannabis Expiation Notices in South Australia My Life My Health: https://mylifemyhealth.com.au/ AltMed: https://altmed.com.au/ Support the show…

In this weeks podcast we chat with GP Carolyn Bosak from Your Integrated Health about: Integrative medicine Cannabis and mainstream medicine Patient anecdotes Experiences with other doctors Cannabis and endometriosis Complex patients Your Integrated Health: https://yih.com.au/ AltMed: https://altmed.com.au/ Support the show…

In this weeks podcast we chat with Dan Koch, Founder of Sacred Taste about: Cacao Holistic approach to health Cannabis and meditation and breathing practices Cannabis and chronic illness Sacred Taste: https://sacredtaste.com/ AltMed: https://altmed.com.au/ Support the showBy Andrew Dowling and Mitch Kurz feat Dan Koch

In this week's podcast we chat with GP David Turton from Medicann Clinics about: Holistic cannabis health Traditional doctor cannabis training Off-label use vs. Anecdotal evidence Medical effects of cannabis Medicann Clinics: https://www.medicannclinics.com.au/ AltMed: https://altmed.com.au/ Support the show…

In this week's podcast we chat with Damien Hardwick & Mark Brayshaw, Richmond Coach & Managing Director, from Richmond FC about: Cannabis and stress, anxiety, sleep and inflammation Stigma in sports and public awareness Injuries and cannabis treatment Personal experiences with CBD oil and THC Cannabis and sports performance Cannabis in the AFL Rich…

In this week's podcast we chat with Omid Ansari, Founder & Researcher of Hemp Gen Tech about: Hemp vs cannabis Hemp genetics Hemp for textiles and food Rotational crop cycles Hemp Gen Tech: https://www.hempgentech.com/ AltMed: https://altmed.com.au/ Support the showBy Andrew Dowling and Mitch Kurz feat. Omid Ansari

In this weeks podcast we chat with Sam Banister, CEO and Founder of Psylo about: Psilocybin legalisation Mushroom species Medicinal Chemistry Psilocybin pathways Treatment Resistant Depression Psylo: https://psylo.bio AltMed: https://altmed.com.au/ Terpenes now available in our online store: https://altmed.com.au/shop/ Support the show…

In this week's podcast we chat with Teresa Towpik, GP and Founder of Medihuanna, about: Cannabis and cancer Cannabis on the PBS Doctor education Cannabis and addiction Cannabis sceptics and advocates Medihuanna: https://www.medihuanna.com/ AltMed: https://altmed.com.au/ Support the showBy Andrew Dowling and Mitch Kurz feat. Teresa Towpik

In this week's podcast we chat with iboga provider Troy Valencia from Awaken Your Soul about: Iboga vs Ibogaine Ibogaine and drug addiction Ibogaine as a psychedelic Ibogaine retreats and ceremonies Awaken Your Soul: https://awakenyoursoul.co/ Support the showBy Andrew Dowling and Mitch Kurz feat Troy Valencia

In this week’s podcast we chat with Dr Manus Bosman GP from Lyphe Clinic about: Prescribing cannabis Cannabis dosing Cannabis and specific indications Cannabis suppositories Cannabis oil excipients Lyphe Clinic https://lypheclinic.com.au/ AltMed https://altmed.com.au/ Support the showBy Andrew Dowling and Mitch Kurz feat Dr Manus Bosman GP

In this week’s podcast we chat with registered nurse Lauren Williams from Ananda Clinics about: Cannabis patient care Anecdotal cannabis patient accounts Nurses and cannabis, personalised care Holistic cannabis approaches to medicine Cannabis stigma Cannabis industry hurdles Ananda Clinics https://anandaclinics.com.au/ AltMed https://altmed.com.au/…

In this week’s podcast we chat with Prof. Ian Brighthope of Entoura about: Cannabis and covid Cannabis and intercellular activity Drug companies Medicinal cannabis Entoura https://www.entoura.com.au/ AltMed https://altmed.com.au/ Support the showBy Andrew Dowling and Mitch Kurz feat. Prof Ian Brighthope

In this week’s podcast we chat with Dr Ethan Russo MD, Doctor & Researcher, about: Cannabis - The Entourage Effect Cannabis synergies Cannabis formulations Plant derived cannabis vs. synthetic cannabinoids Genetic predispositions to cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome Cryo-kief - Preserving cannabinoids through novel manufacturing practices Dr Ethan R…

In this week’s podcast we chat with Fiona Patten, Leader of the Reason Party, about: Cannabis in Parliament Drug law reform Cannabis decriminalisation Cannabis legalisation Cannabis driving policy Psilocybin policy MDMA legalisation Fiona Patten: https://fionapatten.com.au/ AltMed: https://altmed.com.au/ Support the show…

In this week’s podcast we chat with Sam Barlow from My Terpenes about all things, you guessed it... terpenes.Their status as an active constituent in cannabis is hotly debated. As the conversation between cannabis derived and botanical terpenes continues, Sam sheds light on how these compounds interact with the body to create some interesting effec…

In this week's podcast we chat with Bonni Goldstein, MD at Canna Wellness Clinics, about: Minor cannabinoids Ratios and doses Cannabis and cancer Cannabis and pain Endocannabinoid imbalances Terpenes Whole plant extracts Canna Wellness Clinics: https://www.canna-centers.com/ Support the showBy Andrew Dowling and Mitch Kurz feat. Bonni Goldstein

In this week's podcast we chat with Olga Lutzko, Nurse Practitioner from Succeed in Diabetes, about: Cannabis and diabetes Doctors vs nurse practitioners Patient tendencies in cannabis Succeed in Diabetes: https://succeedindiabetes.com.au/ AltMed: https://altmed.com.au/ Support the showBy Andrew Dowling and Mitch Kurz feat. Olga Lutzko

In this week's podcast we speak with Dr Bryce Joynson from Innovative Medicine about: ADHD and cannabis THC and CBD thresholds in treatment Cannabis use disorders Innovative Medicine: https://www.innovativemedicine.com.au/ Support the showBy Andrew Dowling and Mitch Kurz feat. Dr Bryce Joynson

In this week's podcast we speak with Angelica Rostov & Sharon Miller of Medigreen Dispensary about: Cannabis in pharmacies Products and dosing Nootropics and terpenes Patient introductory deals Common indications Medigreen Dispensary: https://www.medigreenaustralia.com.au/ AltMed: https://altmed.com.au/ Support the show…

In this week's podcast we chat with Sharlene Mavor, director of Medical Cannabis Research Australia about: Cannabis research in Australia Patient lead education and demand Hempcrete and cannabis textiles Medical Cannabis Research Australia https://mcra.org.au/ AltMed: https://altmed.com.au/ Support the show…

In this week's podcast we chat with Matt Lamers, a Journalist at MJ Biz Daily about: Canadian cannabis companies How not to build a cannabis market Cannabis market overcapitalisation Price trends in cannabis Global cannabis trends Social and tax benefits of cannabis MJ Biz Daily https://mjbizdaily.com/ Support the show…

In this week's podcast we speak with Jennifer Smart of Medicann Clinics about Cannabis Nurses. Medicann Clinics: https://www.medicannclinics.com.au/ AltMed: https://altmed.com.au/ Support the showBy Andrew Dowling and Mitch Kurz feat. Jennifer Smart

In this week's podcast we chat with Dr. Nic Giummarra of MCGP, GP & Founder of MCGP, about: Mental health and cannabis Habitual behaviour and cannabis Cannabis and Doctor Education Stigma in medical cannabis Psychotherapy and childhood trauma MCGP: https://www.mcgpmed.com.au/ AltMed: https://altmed.com.au/ Support the show…

Episode 3: the Athens Comic Library in Greece has a wide collection of comics and provides compassionate, fun programming to locals and refugees. It also organized Greece Refugee Week! Great people, a great library.By Craig Varley