Infused: Cannabis and Your Health (Limited Series)

Infused: Cannabis and Your Health (Limited Series)

Author: Alternative Food Network Language: English Episodes: 3
Navigating the world of cannabis-infused products can feel like wandering through a maze of conflicting information and complex regulations. In this limited series from the Alternative Food Network, Infused: Cannabis and Your Health serves as a much-needed guide. Hosted by cannabis lawyer and author Russell Bennett, the podcast moves beyond simplistic debates to examine the nuanced realities of edibles and beverages. Each conversation is built on a foundation of practical health and safety, cutting through the noise to offer clarity. You’ll hear from a range of voices that shape this landscape, including medical professionals explaining therapeutic applications, legal experts deciphering evolving policies, and industry insiders discussing product integrity. Perhaps most importantly, Russell makes space for personal stories from individuals who use these infused products to manage specific health conditions, providing grounded, real-world context. This series doesn’t offer one-size-fits-all answers but instead provides the tools and perspectives needed to make informed decisions. It’s a thoughtful exploration for anyone curious about how cannabis intersects with wellness, cuisine, and personal agency, all framed within thoughtful, accessible dialogue.
Episodes
Medical Cannabis with Dr. Marni Brooks, MD [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:54
“It takes a lot of confidence and risk tolerance to even consider treating a patient with cannabis, given the limited evidence we have to back it up.” These are words from Dr. Marni Brooks, BSc, MSW, MD, a family physici…
Infused interview with cannabis edibles manufacturer Olli Brands [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:10
From cannabis teas to cookies, more cannabis infused foods are coming to market. In this episode, we take a look at the edibles landscape in Canada post legalization and hear about Olli Brand's journey to becoming a lega…
Infused interview with Chef JJ Witherspoon and Tricia Ryan, CannTx [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:25
Cannabis lawyer and author Russell Bennett sits down with Chef JJ Witherspoon and Tricia Ryan, VP Marketing at CannTx Life Sciences, to discuss health and safety issues surrounding cannabis infused foods and beverages. H…