Episodes
Sept. 11, 2023
Finding and Utilizing Elderberries (Sambucus nigra)
On this episode I am joined by my other half Jake. We have a very dynamic relationship as he studies wildlife biology and I study natural product chemistry.
Sept. 1, 2023
Cannabis Cultivation Research with Dr. Allison Justice and Ashley Manning
In this episode Riley talks with Dr. Allison Justice and Ashley Manning at The Hemp Mine/ The Cannabis Research Coalition (CRC).
Aug. 25, 2023
Cannabis and Pregnancy with Megan Mbengue
In this episode Riley talks with RN, Megan Mbengue about ways to reduce harm to the mother and the baby when using cannabis during pregnancy. They discuss consumption methods, dosing, research and more.
Aug. 18, 2023
Naturopathic Medicine with Dr. Josh Corn (ND)
Dr. Riley Kirk speaks with Dr. Josh Corn, a naturopathic doctor living and practicing out of Vermont. Dr. Corn takes an integrative and holistic approach to medicine.
Aug. 11, 2023
How Cannabis Works in the Body (Introduction to the Endocannabinoid System, ECS)
In this episode Riley describes the different components of the endocannabinoid system (ECS) and the reason why we have this system in the body.
Aug. 7, 2023
Psychedelic Science with Chris Witowski from Psilera
Dr. Riley Kirk speaks with Chris Witowski, the CEO and cofounder of the biotech company Psilera investigating new psychedelic substances for the treatment of conditions like anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
July 28, 2023
Cannabis and Anxiety
In this episode Riley dives into the science behind cannabis and anxiety.
July 21, 2023
Evaluating Synergies in Nature with Dr. Nadja Cech
A conversation with Dr. Nadja Cech. Dr. Cech is a Patricia Sullivan Professor of Chemistry at UNC Greensboro and an active researcher in the field of natural product chemistry.
July 14, 2023
Finding quality CBD products with Kyle Jones
A conversation with Kyle Jones, the CEO and owner of Future Compounds, which specializes in producing high quality and high purity isolate compounds like CBD, CBG, and CBN.
July 7, 2023
EPISODE 1: How we got here
The first episode isn't a reallll episode, but it is a topic I have had requested A TON of times. This is an introduction to the podcast and a little more information about host of the podcast, Riley Kirk.
She explains her research and education journey that led to the creation of this po…