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The Cannabis Sessions
Happy Juneteenth - Page 10
June 2020 Issue 8
For Discerning Professionals
Contents
I established the themes for June issues of The Cannabis Sessions and Harvest & Plume prior to May 10, 2020. The issue of The Cannabis Sessions is one to celebrate Juneteenth - a holiday currently NOT federally recognized - weaving the underlying theme of the pink elephant in the room - Black Freedom in America. This subtle theme starts with a carefully chosen image of a black man in prayer-thought-meditation-gratitude. Flip to page 10 to hear, in my humble opinion, the best version of "Lift Every Voice and Sing"; along with, in my humble opinion, the best video explaining the history and significance of Juneteenth. My vision for the Juneteenth page was to inform the uninformed and provide a platform for being better as souls in this human experience. Forward the theme to page 12, a nod to my partnership with the Last Prisoner Project. It is my personal effort to support cannabis-related incarcerated/convicted professionals to get a job while advising brands on Fair Chance Hiring. For those who didn't realize what goes into these publications, but enjoy "the experience", there is always an underlying theme or message weaving the publication into a message for the viewer to contemplate, consciously, or otherwise. Please enjoy. Please find a way to #bebetter. Because we can #alwaysbebetter. March on 'til victory is won. Much love and light during this time of perceived darkness - Kim
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When You Want A Sesh - Editor's Thoughts Cannabis Investing Forum Events Field Lookout: Hemp Way Foods Reveal & Review: Hemp Way Foods A Better Place Happy Juneteenth Open Doors & Fair Chance Zen Page Forethought: Uncle Chuck Solo Sessions Curious What A Solo Session Looks Like? Deliciously Infused Recipe: Hemp Rainbow Raw Slaw Creative Recipe: The Basic Bomb Share It: Sesh Signal Healthy Humulene Terpene Testimony National PTSD Awareness Day Vape 101
When You Want A Sesh
Industry Professionals & Consumers
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Investors & Capital Sources
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Investor Pitch Contest Judges Apply
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Companies Raising Capital - Apply Pitch Contest
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Speakers Confirmed: Kim McCarthy, Founding Partner & People Strategist, The Pipeline Strategies Nic Easley - CEO & Managing Director, Multiverse Capital
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Investor Pitch Competition Companies & CEO Confirmed: MyCureAll - Elaine K. Richer, Co-Founder & CEO Polar Extracts - Zach Sekar, CoFounder & CEO
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Investor Pitch Competition Judges Confirmed: Dr. David Cunic - CEO, UCS Advisors
Keep your eyes on our social media and marketing campaigns to find out when you can either pitch your business, speak to industry brands and professionals, network, or hobnob with an exclusive group. Next Opportunity: June 30, 2020 - Hemp Speaker & Investor Pitch Competition
By - Brad Turner
To see the most recent celebrity cannabis event, see the March 2020 issue of The Cannabis Sessions (article: "A Private Affair")
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Cannabis Investing Forum (CIF) recently held their first online event since the global pandemia cancelled in-person activites. Having technology at the ready, Brad Turner, CEO - Marketing Completion Fund, organized and produced the four hour event bringing together industry speakers, investors, and entrepreneurs. The event started with a full line up of speakers, immediately followed by the pitch presentation of seven companies. Rounding out the four hours was an incredible networking opportunity that extended beyond expectations! The event had AMAZING turnout. Click here for the full report
While under quarantine, our favorite local chef and business owner - Carla Boyd of Hemp Way Foods - has been delivering pre-ordered dishes made with Hemp Way Foods and other local plant-based items, such as Peaceful Rebel brand cheese. Carla's social media feed has been featuring weekly options such as lasagna, stuffed shells, chili, pot pie, along with a few more. We chose the stuffed shells and chili, but I'm sad I didn't go for the pot pie, as well. You can bet your lucky stars I'll be trying the pot pie, soon. The food was delivered frozen, which doesn't give the best results for an unboxing video (I believe that's true for any product). Instead, I decided the best way to showcase the food was after it was heated, and then plated. Again, thinking of the viewers, I decided against memorializing my initial reaction of tasting or eating because no one needs to see me stuff food into my mouth. *Seriously - who can do that without someone making a comment?* Having that in mind, it didn't take much forethought to realize how LISTENING to the reaction of someone eating food could become ASMR. Wow - Wasn't going in that direction, either. As a result, I decided to keep the Reveal & Review of Hemp Way Foods to a description of my experience, instead of showcasing a reaction. Find out why it's YUMMMMmmmmm!
Reveal & Review
We partner with entrepreneurs, powering their visibility efforts through our magazines - Harvest & Plume and The Cannabis Sessions, along with our parent brand, The Pipeline: Strategies. We offer video marketing for pitch decks, bizprez, brand presence, and campaigns, and other needs such as people strategies for growing their brands. In coming issues, you will be introduced to entrepreneurs who are launching their brands, products, and services to investors, clients, and consumers. Who to look for this month:
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June 19, 1865 Celebrate Freedom Black Independence Day
Happy Juneteenth
Sing a song full of the faith that the dark past has taught us. Sing a song full of the hope that the present has brought us. Facing the rising sun of our new day begun Let us march on 'til victory is won. - "Lift Every Voice And Sing" (stanza)
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Partnering with the Last Prisoner Project (LPP) is about opening doors as much as creating opportunities.
What was once a federal crime to earn any income, cannabis now trades on Wall Street, has dedicated investor clubs, and presents Demo Days - nationwide. During the pandemic of Spring 2020, cannabis also became an "essential business" in all states where CBD, MMJ, and recreational/adult cannabis use is legal. Wow. Look how far we've come.
What was once a federal crime to earn any income, cannabis now trades on Wall Street, has dedicated investor clubs, and presents Demo Days - nationwide. During the pandemic of Spring 2020, cannabis also became an "essential business" in all states where CBD, MMJ, and recreational/adult cannabis use is legal. Wow. Look how far we've come. We've come a long way, indeed, however, we've also accumulated a lot of cannabis casualties and it's time to rectify that issue. While others are doing their part in the justification and activism modes, we support the efforts of Last Prisoner Project (LPP) by dedicating our brands to supporting Fair Chance Hiring efforts. This is our opportunity to help those who were previously incarcerated or convicted of a non violent cannabis crime. It's also your opportunity to join us. Every month in The Cannabis Sessions, a new LPP constituent or a cannabis advocate will be featured for your review. When considering for employment, remember to consider the Fair Chance Hiring protocol for employment consideration. The Pipeline: Strategies, our parent brand, not only coaches constituents but advises and consults with brands regarding fair chance hiring and other people strategies. The intention is to be the bridge - welcoming and supporting those who have been directly affected. We welcome all brands wanting to contribute to the process of bridging from incarceration to professionally engaged and employed. Together, we are not only rebuilding community, we're redefining it. Please join our efforts by emailing Kim McCarthy
"Pot smokers usually fall into one of three groups - Those who prefer to smoke alone; Those who prefer to smoke in groups; and Those who could care less about the number of participants. I tend to fall into the third category, with a heavy leaning toward the first. Not that I don’t like groups. I do. Thanks to cannabis. But that’s another story and another article."
"The smaller is to the larger; as the larger is to the whole. It is a very powerful generative ratio." - The Golden Angle
Charles "Uncle Chuck" Duncan "A Friend Of The Leaf For Over 35 Years" Cannabis Advocate, Educator, and Consultant
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The mental limitations I put myself under without cannabis hampers my enjoyment. There is a reason for this, in fact. Sign up for an Endocannabinoid System (ECS) workshop and you will learn why. The quarantine days of 2020 has turned many a smoker into solo stoners. Some, for the first time. That’s ok. I hope they use this time to learn more about the plant. Some of us have been medicating like this for years. Welcome to our world. While creative fulfillment is rewarding, the negative stigma often placed on the Loner Stoner can be too much for some. Those of us who were able to overcome that stigma can share our experiences so that others may benefit. For example, in a less dramatic role, we may have shortcuts or life hacks that make being home 24/7 more productive and enjoyable.
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What once was the stuff of high school legend just a few years ago, is now the Magic Druid of the Dank that rules social circles, everywhere. Thanks to the current trend of cannabis reform, the Ganja Gurus are no longer a rare species. Those with a true passion for the plant can still be found, with most of us eager to share what we have learned. These hermit-like Wizards of Weed typically enjoy their consumption of cannabis in solitude so they can immediately enjoy their solo interests while medicated. See how clandestine cannabis connoisseurs enjoy their hobbies on page XX. You'll see the options and interests are unlimited. I, for example, enjoy many hobbies that are done in a group of one. And yes, I enjoy all of them much more while consuming cannabis. These include, but are absolutely not limited to:
"I am a firm believer that everyone has a creative side. We all may just choose different, if not unique, mediums to express it. What we choose helps define who we are. Some people express it so well, they are able to make a living at it. I envy that kind of spirit."
- Charles "Uncle Chuck" Duncan A Friend Of The Leaf For Over 35 Years Cannabis Advocate, Educator, and Consultant
"There is currently a unique opportunity for the loner stoners among us to reach out and share our knowledge and passion for cannabis and its many benefits. As many of us are already introverts, in this quarantine landscape we should reach out to our fellow citizens and share life hacks and things we do as domicile natives. Share your ideas and tactics. It will benefit you for sharing as well as for those who are receiving, for many days to come." - Charles "Uncle Chuck" Duncan
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Mohan Sundaresan - Artist Creating Art
Eric McKee - Industrial Hemp R&D, Hemp Builder Snowboarding - Designing, Building, & Testing Hemp Building Materials
Elana Cohen - Account Manager Stress Management - CannaCrafts - Therapy
Daniella Davis - Chef Menu Planning & Recipe Writing
Michelle Jackson - Consultant Gardening - Cooking Vegan Meals - Hanging With Botritis (cat)
Mike Robinson - CannActivist - R&D Exploring Space - Astronomy
Jeff Pepi - CEO Taking A Break From Business
Mandy Lile - Founder Post-Pilates - Reading - Riding Bike
Instructions: Combine hemp oil, vinegar and maple syrup in a bowl, and whisk together. Toss remaining ingredients in a large bowl. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve. It's best to make this dish several hours in adavance, allowing the flavors to marinade.
Be sure to check out Harvest & Plume's June issue for the accompanying meal - Mozzarella Caprese Hemp Burger, page XX. It's a special recipe from Chef Carla Boyd of Hemp Way Foods, in celebration of National Veggie Burger Day.
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Ingredients : 3 cups purple and green cabbage, shredded 2-3 carrots, shredded 1/2 cup red and yellow peppers, chopped 1/4 cup green onions, chopped 1/4 cup hemp oil 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 2 Tbsp maple syrup* 1/3 cup hemp hearts 1/2 cup raisins or chopped apple, optional *Options: CBD-infused honey or locally-sourced honey.
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Sending out the Sesh Signal!
Send Many. And Often.
A simple little bomb to diffuse stressful situations.
Are you thinking what I'm thinking? You get the ball rolling while I get the tray.
This is it. This is your official Sesh Signal. Send this to your friends, family, and associates.
Let them know you want to: Chat * Philosophize * Create Something Big * Pontificate Build A Network * Balance Emotions
Healthy Humulene
Benefits
Potent anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties. Can be used topically to combat fungal skin infections. Helps control inflammation while boosting the body's immune responses. Shows promise in reducing airway inflammation due to allergies. An insecticide. Supports growth of healthy cells. Suppresses the growth of tumor cells while supporting apoptosis - the natural death of cells. Can help with weight loss.
Facts
Also known as alpha-caryophyllene because of its relationship to beta-caryophyllene* (BCS), another terpene. In chemical terms, humulene is an isomer of beta-caryophyllene*. It has the same chemical formulation as BCS but its atoms are arranged differently. *Learn more about caryophyllene in January's issue of The Cannabis Sessions.* Even though humulene shares many of the characteristics of BCS, it has properites unique to its own. One shining example is that humulene has been called the first "dietary cannabinoid" beause it was awarded the FDA's GRAS (Generaly Recognized as Safe) designation for use in food.
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NEXT PAGE: Read how Chris Thistle, Founder - Thistle Therapies (MA, USA), talks about the benefits of terpene customization. Psst..His CBD boutique store became the go-to place for over 3,000 Massachusetts customers seeking relief, healing, and recovery.
Your Terpene Primer: Terpenes (and terpenoids) are aromatic organic hydrocarbons found in many plants, herbs, and fruits - including cannabis. The fragrant oils give cannabis its aromatic distinction and are secreted in the flower's sticky resin glands. These also produce THC, CBD, and other cannabinoids. Terpenes also have medicinal benefits. Like cannabinoids, terpenes work on the endocannabinoid system (ECS) synergistically, along with other compounds in cannabis. As an added bonus, terpenes add to the flavor strain as well as enhancing the "high".
Abundant in the hops plant (Humulus lupulus) and found in many spices such as sage, ginger, and cannabis.
Terpenes Working For You
Can cause allergic reactions in some people when inhaled, used topically, or added to food. Unlike other terpenes, heating to very high temperatures (i.e. dabbing) can produce toxins.
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Client: 72 year old woman Diagnosis: Chronic and debilitating arthritis, accompanied by joint contortion and spinal hunching. Tincture: 3000mg broad spectrum CBD/500mg and CBG isolate/1.5ml of concentrated, cannabis-derived humulene. Timeframe: Four months. Results: Starting terpene therapy with severe difficult walking, requiring assistance with cane. The first month using terpenes, client was walking markedly better. By month four, client was "zooming" to in-store counter. Prognosis: Feeling excellent and continuing with the same regimen.
Client: Young woman. Diagnosis: Hypothyroidism, resulting in unhealthy weight and cardiac risk. Tincture: CBDv, THCv, and 2ml humulene. Timeframe: Four months. Results: Weight loss totalling 97 pounds, and within normal cardiac range. Prognosis: Healthy weight stabilized and continuing with terpene therapy.
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People with PTSD are more likely to experience depression and suicidal ideation. However, our findings suggested that these indicators of mental health were improved when they were engaging in lower-risk cannabis use.
Instead of directly heating the element and essentially burning it, the product of your choice is, instead, indirectly heated through hot air being produced in the chamber it sits in.
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Induction
Allows you to be able to taste your product more as you're vaping it.
Provides A Totally Unique, Precise, & Practical Vaporizing Experience
Sacrifice taste in order to get a quick hit, leaving a less than enjoyable flavor in your mouth. Conduction heating often burns or combusts your product as its heating. You're inhaling a product that's getting burnt in the process of being heated. Hence, a poor tasting hit.
Conduction
Benefits of the Dr. Dabber SWITCH is designed to eliminate oxygen from the vaporization environment, which is what prevents combustion and ozideation of your product of choice. This means a smoother, more flavorful hit with less waste and higher efficiency.
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Other Notes
Occurs when an alternating current flowing through a coil generates a magnetic field. Placing a workpiece within this magnetic field induces eddy currents which then creates heat as a result of resistance of the material. Heat is only produced where eddy currents flow.
Induction heating and vaporization is a great way to consume cannabis since the flower does not come in direct contact with a flame.
Vaping 101
Allows you to get more bang for your buck, as well as letting you enjoy the flavor of your product.
In simple terms, induction heating is the cleanest, most efficient, and cost-effective method of heating. It's also accurate, quick, and can be easily repeated, making it perfect for vaporizing.
Directly heating the element (herb or concentrate) and then transforming it into a smokeable vapor.
Convection
Able to blow large, thick, clouds of smoke.
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Most portable vaporizers are "dry" vaporizers, meaning they do not utilize water filtration. The Boost: Black Edition features an innovative water percolator which creates percolation like a full-size rig with only about a thimble full of water. Once the glass water filtration piece is attached, the Boost: Black Edition replicates the dabbing experience perfectly. The glass attachment is also designed to be spillproof for convenience when out and about. Capable of 20-30 uses on a single battery charge, the Boost: Black Edition eRig truly is the best of both worlds: a portable dabbing experience without any sacrafice.
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