Getting Personal with Plant Medicine

Feb 28 2025 56 ep. 27 mins 6
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Getting Personal with Plant Medicine is where we explore personal journeys through different plants, different voices, and different ways of having conversations.

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Kratom's Potential for Pain Management

Feb 28 2025 32 mins  
In this enlightening episode, host Diana engages in a heartfelt conversation with Christopher Deeney of Christopher’s Organic Botanicals. The discussion explores the transformative power of kratom as a natural remedy for chronic pain and an alternative to opioids. Christopher shares his personal journey, which began in 2015, when he discovered kratom’s calming properties and na

Exploring Plant-Based Nightlife Alternatives

Feb 12 2025 44 mins  
In this episode, host Diana explores alcohol-free social spaces with Nick Patrick, founder of Root City Kava Lounge, Maryland’s first kava bar. Nick became an advocate for plant-based nightlife after discovering kava. The episode highlights the sober curiosity movement among millennials seeking connections without alcohol’s effects.

Empowering Home Growers with Frankie GreenThumbs

Jan 28 2025 52 mins  
In this episode, host Diana is joined by Frankie GreenThumbs. Frankie, a seasoned grower and owner of a unique cannabis grow shop, shares his passion for creating an inclusive and supportive community for home growers, especially those in Maryland. The episode reveals how to transform a growing space into a thriving haven for cannabis, avoiding the common pitfalls of misleading gro

Rediscovering Life Through a Fabled Mushroom

Jan 14 2025 40 mins  
In this episode, host Diana Krach and guest Christian Rasmussen of MN Ethnobotanicals delve into the remarkable potential of Amanita muscaria, a mushroom with a storied past and mystical properties. The episode offers an insightful exploration of how this misunderstood fungus can serve as a powerful ally in personal growth and healing, particularly during Christian's benzodiazepine

Plant Medicine Adventures: From Kombucha Mishaps to Psychedelic Journeys

Dec 30 2024 36 mins  
In this episode, hosts Diana and JR take listeners on a candid and humorous journey through their experiences with plant medicine. As they wrap up Season 3, the duo reflects on their often chaotic but enlightening adventures with kombucha, kava, cannabis, and psilocybin mushrooms.

Bonus: Whole Person Approaches to Plant Medicine

Dec 12 2024 30 mins  
Before the holiday rush, take a minute to check in with yourself and accentuate your day with some plants and meditation! Diana and JR talk about the importance of taking a holistic approach to your plant medicine practice. They talk about binaural beats, frequencies, and meditation, and how these intersect with plant medicine. There is also a bonus sound bath sample at the end fr

Cultivating Confidence with Home Grows

Nov 26 2024 39 mins  
In this episode, host Diana sits down with Alicia Heber, the visionary founder of SeedNest and creator of the She Grows at Home community on TikTok. This episode delves into Alicia's inspiring journey of establishing a women-owned cannabis seed bank and her mission to make home-growing accessible and rewarding, particularly for women. Alicia shares her insights on overcoming common

Series: Talking to Kids About Other Kids Using Cannabis

Nov 15 2024 24 mins  
In the latest addition to the Talking to Kids series, host Diana Krach invites holistic nurse and plant medicine specialist Marissa Fratoni to delve into the challenging yet crucial topic of discussing cannabis with young people. The episode explores various aspects of cannabis use, focusing on the delicate balance between its medical and recreational purposes. Marissa provides val

Bonus: Unleashing the Power of Plant Medicine for Pets

Nov 07 2024 17 mins  
Join host Diana as she takes you on a unique journey exploring the intersection of plant medicine and pet care in this special bonus episode. Get ready for the upcoming in-person event on November 18th at Harford Haven Studio in Maryland, where you’ll delve into the world of pets and plant medicine. This episode revisits enlightening discussions with two experts who have previou

Understanding Terpenes: The Unsung Heroes of Cannabis

Oct 31 2024 29 mins  
In this episode, host Diana welcomes Eric Mercado from Terpli to delve into the fascinating world of terpenes and their significant role in cannabis. Discover how these unsaturated hydrocarbons, akin to essential oils, are pivotal in tailoring cannabis treatments for various medical conditions, including anxiety and pain relief. Eric shares his personal journey and insights into th