Infused interview with Chef JJ Witherspoon and Tricia Ryan, CannTx

Infused interview with Chef JJ Witherspoon and Tricia Ryan, CannTx

Author: Alternative Food Network October 2, 2019 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. Hear how JJ treated her cancer and get some commonly asked questions answered like: What does 10 mg of THC in an edible mean? Does body type affect a person’s reaction to edibles? How does a person find their optimal dose? What marketing claims can be made on packaging? How do you cook with cannabis? Whether you’re a recreational user, a medical user or part of the growing canna-curious segment, there’s something here for you. Plus, host Russell Bennett takes it upon himself to eat an edible to see what happens to his aches and pains over the course of the podcast.

In this podcast you’ll also hear:
02:30 – Tricia’s professional path to becoming a cannabis marketer
03:15 – JJ’s path to becoming a vegan and gluten-free chef
03:45 – JJ’s stage 3 cancer diagnosis
07:00 – Cannabis health claims and promotion
11:05 – CBD claims
13:10 – Dose – what is 10mg of THC?
16:00 – How different people respond to THC
23:45 – What is THC, CBD, terpenes and ratios?
26:45 – How to get cannabis for medical purposes with a prescription in Canada
34:20 – How to find your optimal dose in edibles
34:35 – How long does the effect last?
35:20 – Product quality, use of pesticides & irradiation
49:15 – US experience
50:30 – Edibles packaging
53:20 – Edibles and beverage dosage: Canada v. U.S.
56:15 – Cooking and baking with cannabis; how she makes her caramels
57:35 – What is decarboxylation?

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.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 3

Infused: Cannabis and Your Health (Limited Series)
Podcast 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…