An insightful look into the world of plant medicine. Exploring the changing landscape around cannabis and psychedelics, and ending the stigma through educational discussions.
In this episode, The Vine co-hosts Elizabeth and gina discuss their upcoming intentional festival called Earthstar taking place October 25-27 in Joshua Tree, CA. The hosts dive into the details of co-creating a three-day music, art, and community unconference, and invite the plant medicine community to escape to the desert for a weekend of holistic wellness workshops, immersive conversations, and dancing under the stars. The Vine is edited and produced by Pretty Easy Podcasts
The Vine returns with a special Founders Chat about PS2023. Elizabeth dives in with gina about her experience being the Director of Marketing for MAPS' Psychedelic Science 2023 that took place in Denver this June. Tune in for a behind-the-scenes account of the largest psychedelic conference in history. The Vine is edited and produced by Pretty Easy Podcasts
On episode #73 of The Vine, PMP speaks to Cesar Marin, owner of Cultivating Wisdom, a lifestyle and apparel company dedicated to educating and supporting those who seek healing from microdosing psilocybin.The Vine is edited and produced by Pretty Easy Podcasts
On episode #72 of The Vine, PMP speaks to Sandra Statz, Founder + CEO of A.P. CHEM®, a science-forward, age-decelerating, skincare brand recently launched with a signature microDOSE™ magical moisturizer formulated with mushroom extracts. Get insight from a strong female entrepreneur that is using her brand to open minds to psychedelic medicine for mental, physical and spiritual wellness. The Vine is edited and produced by Pretty Easy Podcasts
To wrap up the year, PMP co-founders Elizabeth Sheldon and Gina Vensel host the final Founders Chat of 2022 on The Vine. Tune in for psychedelic and cannabis policy news, updates on psychedelic events, and a discussion on the importance of harm reduction and community building. The Vine is edited and produced by Pretty Easy Podcasts
On episode #70 of The Vine, PMP speaks to Victor Cabral, a licensed social worker and practicing psychotherapist who serves as the Director of Policy and Regulatory Affairs for Fluence Training. He helps us understand what healthcare providers are learning in order to provide effective, compassionate, evidence-based psychedelic therapy and integration services for all. https://prettyeasypodcasts.com/ (The Vine is edited and produced by Pretty Easy Podcasts)
On Episode #69 of The Vine, PMP discusses our upcoming event "EntheoCon: An Exploration of Psychedelics" taking place on Saturday, August 20th at The Union Project in Pittsburgh, PA. Our partners from EntheoCon event committee including Doug Finkelstein, Founder of Empathic Health, and Ross Sullivan, Co-founder of the Center for Psychedelic Education, join us to discuss the intention of the event, what to expect, and why we are coming together in the name of psychedelics. https://prettyeasypodcasts.com/ (The Vine is edited and produced by Pretty Easy Podcasts)
PMP welcomes Abi Wright to The Vine, a fellow plant medicine enthusiast and a powerhouse in the cannabis industry. Abi is an award-winning cannabis leader with 24 years of advocacy and entrepreneurship in cannabis. She currently works for CHAMPS Trade Shows, a legacy B2B cannabis trade expo serving the industry since 1999 convening thousands of retail and wholesale buyers from around the world. Tune in to learn about her project https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/womenofchamps/ (#WomenOfCHAMPS) supporting and highlighting female business owners, buyers, vendors, and leaders within the B2B cannabis space. https://prettyeasypodcasts.com/ (The Vine is edited and produced by Pretty Easy Podcasts)
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, PMP invites Reason for Hope Co-Founders, Brett Waters, Esq. and Dr. Lynnette Averill to the Vine to share with us their work with psychedelic medicines and how they are advocating and getting laws passed to allow legal access for clinicians and patients. Learn more about the psychedelic legislation in Connecticut, Pennsylvania, and New York and in preparing briefings for the White House Domestic Policy Council, HHS, and members of Congress on the need for an inter-agency psychedelic task force. https://prettyeasypodcasts.com/ (The Vine is edited and produced by Pretty Easy Podcasts)
On episode #66 of The Vine, PMP chats with Mark Haden, the Vice President of Business Development at Clearmind Medicine, a company creating breakthrough treatments using psychedelics for binge behavior and mental health, including alcohol use disorder, binge eating, and depression. https://prettyeasypodcasts.com/ (The Vine is edited and produced by Pretty Easy Podcasts)
Will Bowden, a Navy veteran, and former law enforcement officer turned sun-grown cannabis farmer joins PMP for a chat on The Vine. As the owner of Grasshopper Farms, a top-notch farm in Michigan, he is full of cannabis knowledge. The episode dives into the art and environmental impact of outdoor growing, the importance of having a great team, and the future of cannabis tourism. https://prettyeasypodcasts.com (The Vine is edited and produced by Pretty Easy Podcasts)
On Episode #64 of The Vine, PMP speaks with Shannon Starr, Founder of https://www.florestaretreat.com/ (Floresta), a Psychedelic & Indigenous Medicine Retreat that works with ketamine and forest medicines. Shannon is a Board Certified Holistic Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who has created a group healing protocol for patients. Tune in to learn more about the benefits of ketamine and the power of group healing.
PMP speaks with cannabis prisoner Daniel Muessig, a former attorney from Pittsburgh, PA. Daniel is on his way to federal prison for a non-violent first-time cannabis offense. Daniel's story is like many others who have had their lives ruined because of the failed war on drugs. Listen in for a heartfelt discussion with a good man on his unsettling final days before lock-up. https://prettyeasypodcasts.com/ (Produced by Pretty Easy Podcasts)
In this episode of The Vine, PMP chats with Debbie Churgai, Executive Director of Americans for Safe Access. This year marks the 20th anniversary of ASA's role in the fight for safe medical cannabis access! ASA released its annual State of the States report, a comprehensive document that provides a detailed analysis of the state's medical cannabis programs on an ‘A' to ‘F' scale. Tune in for details on the 2021 report and how you can support ASA's efforts for federal cannabis legalization. https://prettyeasypodcasts.com (Produced by Pretty Easy Podcasts)
PMP discusses cannabis cultivation on tribal lands on The Vine with Seth Pearman, Attorney General to the Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe. Seth, a citizen of the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe, shares insights around the 2021 opening of https://nativenationsenterprises.com/ (Native Nations Cannabis), a medical cannabis facility on their Reservation in South Dakota. Tune in for an insightful discussion around how First Nation governments manage cannabis, contention with the States, and ensuring Tribes are not left out of Safe Banking. Produced by https://my.captivate.fm/prettyeasypodcasts.com (Pretty Easy Podcasts)
In Episode 60 of The Vine, PMP chats with Pat Murphy, filmmaker of the new documentary, Psychedelia, that examines the history and science of the mystical experience. The film explores the rich past of psychedelic research to the current renaissance movement. Pat's work has been featured on PBS, Showtime, and in major news outlets like People Magazine. His independent films have been shown in museums and international film festivals around the world. PMP announces the premiere of Psychedelia on Bicycle Day 4/19 in Pittsburgh, PA at the Row House Cinema with a Summer '22 premiere date in DC-area to be announced soon.
The 2022 kick-off episode of The Vine features tech-industry veteran turned psychedelic entrepreneur Neil Gehani, Founder of Mindlumen, a digital psychedelic platform that offers support through vetted guides/therapists, and journey spaces in a safe and private space. Tune in for conversation around building a regenerative economy and how Decentralized Autonomous Organizations and Coops could be the way to create a radically transparent psychedelic community that is inclusive and fair.
To conclude the 2021 season of podcast episodes, Plant Media Project Co-Founders, Gina Vensel, and Elizabeth Sheldon host a Founders Chat to share gratitude, insights from the Horizons Conference in New York City in December, as well as industry news in the world of cannabis and psychedelics.
On Episode #57 of The Vine, PMP chats with Sara Rose Siskind, Founder, and Producer of Drug Test, a psychedelic show that takes on different drugs with experts weighing in on what's going on in the brain on each compound. Learn more about her upcoming show in New York City, and get insight into her company Hello SciCom that helps STEM professionals express their ideas in a way that is clear, accessible, and fun. https://prettyeasypodcasts.com (Produced by Pretty Easy Podcasts)
On Episode #56 of The Vine, PMP speaks with Jerry Whiting, Co-Founder, and President of the Seattle-based company LeBlanc CNE specializing in hemp and cannabis genetics, product development, research, and education. Tune in to get knowledge from a true pioneer in the industry who shares his deep understanding of the plant. https://prettyeasypodcasts.com (Produced by Pretty Easy Podcasts)
On Episode #55 of the Vine, PMP hosts a special Veterans Day show featuring Ron Millward, Founder and President of Balanced Veterans Network. A nonprofit organization with a mission to create a safe space for education, empowerment, and advocacy of alternative therapies for veterans and their families. https://prettyeasypodcasts.com (Produced by Pretty Easy Podcasts)
On episode #54 of The Vine, PMP talks to Daniel Goldberg, a Founder of Palo Santo, an investment fund that is supporting startup psychedelic companies that are purpose-driven and science informed. https://prettyeasypodcasts.com (Produced by Pretty Easy Podcasts)
On Episode #53 of The Vine, PMP talks to Dr. Mathew Mintz a Board-certified internist MD, FACP about his Ketamine clinic in Maryland. Dr. Mintz discusses the difference between Spravato and Ketamine and how both can be used to support treatment-resistant depression. https://prettyeasypodcasts.com (Produced by Pretty Easy Podcasts)
On episode #52 of The Vine, PMP talks to Chad Harman, CEO of Psycheceutical, a company that provides a next-generation patented delivery technology for psychedelic compounds used in the medical and pharmaceutical industries. Chad is a CEO who leads with heart and is building bio technology that can change the future of mental health. https://prettyeasypodcasts.com (Produced by Pretty Easy Podcasts)
On episode #51 of The Vine, PMP chats with Tobi Lebowitz Executive Vice President & Co-Head of Legal Affairs athttps://www.jushico.com/ ( Jushi Holdings), a public, vertically integrated multi-state cannabis operator also known as an MSO across the U.S. Listen to learn more about the role of MSOs in the industry and how they are positioning themselves for the future. Produced by Pretty Easy Podcasts
On episode #50 of The Vine, PMP features Laura Dawn, a Psychedelic advocate, author, international speaker and host of the Psychedelic Leadership Podcast. Tune in as Laura Dawn discusses how she has led transformational retreats for 10 years, inspiring people to wake up to greater possibilities in their lives. https://prettyeasypodcasts.com (Produced by Pretty Easy Podcasts)
Episode #49 of The Vine features a Founders Chat with Elizabeth Sheldon and Gina Vensel discussing Sarah Rose Siskind's Drug Test show featuring Clinical Ketamine, Global Magic Mushroom Day on 9/20, The Fantastic Fungi Global Summit Oct. 15- 17th, Clubhouse Psychedelic NewsHour featuring Charley Wininger, and more. Produced by https://prettyeasypodcasts.com (Pretty Easy Podcasts)
PMP chats with Rachel Clark, drug educator and reform advocate who serves as the Programs & Communications Coordinator for Dance Safe, a 501c3 public health organization promoting health and safety within the nightlife and electronic music community. Tune in to learn about harm reduction, drug testing, and peer-based educational programs that help reduce drug misuse and empower young people to make healthy, informed lifestyle choices. https://plantmediaproject.com/ (https://plantmediaproject.com) https://www.prettyeasypodcasts.com/ (https://prettyeasypodcasts.com)
On episode #47 of The Vine, PMP features Mac Haddow, Senior Fellow on Public Policy with the American Kratom Association, a consumer advocacy organization dedicated to preserving the right of consumers to have legal access to kratom, and their freedom to use kratom to maintain their health and well-being. Kratom is used by nearly 15 million Americans to manage pain and well being. Mac explains how the FDA wants to vilify kratom and make it a scheduled drug, and he informs us on how we can help protect the plant. Produced by Pretty Easy Podcasts
On episode #46 of The Vine, PMP talks John Scannell the Founder and CEO of Cannabis Passport, the world's first rolling paper magazine. Listen in to learn about this new disruptive marketing tool, and how you can market your cannabis brands and services compliantly across the country. Produced by Pretty Easy Podcasts
On episode #45 of The Vine, PMP features Jenna Pollard, Membership Program Manager for Worldwide Opportunities on Organic Farms (WWOOF-USA), and Brittney Portes, a guest WWOOFer. This year WWOOF-USA celebrates 20 years in a worldwide effort to link visitors with organic farmers, promote an educational exchange, and build a global community conscious of ecological farming practices. Tune in to learn how visitors, or ‘WWOOFers', help out on a farm, learn about organic agriculture, and receive free room and board during their visit. Produced by Pretty Easy Podcasts
On episode #44 of The Vine, PMP welcomes Rebecca Zaccard Gibson, Co-Owner & Chief Operations Officer of PENN'S CHOICE, a fully integrated seed-to-sale business in Pennsylvania where they grow, process, and handcraft hemp products specializing in CBD & CBG flower. Tune in for an informative discussion around organic farming, hemp cultivation, and the importance of cannabinoid education. Produced by Pretty Easy Podcasts
On episode #43 of The Vine, PMP features Marc Gunther, a veteran https://nonprofitchronicles.com/journalism/ (journalist), author, and https://nonprofitchronicles.com/speaking/ (speaker), who has written a variety of books and articles in FORTUNE, The Guardian, The New York Times, Washington Post covering a wide range of topics from business, sustainability, philanthropy, psychedelics to global poverty. We dive into the business and research behind the psychedelic movement. Produced by Pretty Easy Podcasts
On episode #42 of The Vine, PMP welcomes Daniel Simmonds the Founder and Co-owner of Georgetown Hemp, a wholesaler and retailer of certified hemp raw materials and retail products. Daniel has deep knowledge of the cannabis plant, and he gives a well-described understanding of what Delta 8 is, and how the hemp cannabis market is evolving. Produced by Pretty Easy Podcasts
In this episode, PMP chats with Brielle Brown, Founder and CEO of Anxiety Cosmetics, a CBD-infused beauty brand. Her cosmetics line is dedicated to creating conversations around beauty, and positive self-image. Anxiety Cosmetics donates a portion of the proceeds of every product sold to help with research, education, and awareness on mental health disorders. Produced by Pretty Easy Podcasts
In this episode of The Vine, PMP Co-Founders speak with cannabis industry leader Greg Jelden, Managing Partner at Canna Management Group. Greg has over 15 years experience as an established cultivator, processor, manufacturer, distributor, publisher, and events producer. Tune in for a discussion from cannabis culture, solventless extraction, and the launch of the world's first rolling paper magazine. The Vine is produced by Pretty Easy Podcasts
In this episode, PMP chats with Douglas Finkelstein, Founder and Community Executive Officer for Empathic Health, a community for those who use psychedelics with intention to come together to learn and grow. Douglas and his team are building a trustworthy + welcoming community that is launching June 15th. Tune in to learn more! Produced by Pretty Easy Podcasts
Plant Media Project Co-Founders Elizabeth Sheldon and Gina Vensel host a springtime PMP Founders Chat discussing the latest news in cannabis and psychedelics. Including a discussion on the recent Republican authored cannabis legalization bill, psychedelic news + resources, and upcoming special events.
In this episode, PMP talks with Dr. Lola Ohonba, the founder of WCI Health, an alternative health and wellness company with a focus on helping healthcare professionals, dispensaries and the community. Dr. O is also the author of “A Pharmacist's Guide to Cannabis: A perspective of a non-conformist clinician.” Tune in as Dr. O gives us a deeper understanding of the health benefits of plant medicine including cannabis and psychedelics.
In this episode of The Vine, PMP chats with James McConchie, owner of the Haight Street Shroom Shop, an educational retail space dedicated to mushroom related resources, products, and home mycology supplies located in San Francisco, California. The episode discusses the power of the mycelium network, info on medicinal and therapeutic mushrooms, and policy reform around psilocybin and other psychedelics.
On this episode of The Vine, PMP features the show's first international guest from Australia, Sean Hocking, Co-Founder and Head of News at Cannabis Law Report and Cannabis Law Journal. The discussion includes international policy and the changing landscape of global cannabis reform.
On this special 4/20 episode of The Vine, PMP speaks to Niambe McIntosh, daughter of Peter Tosh, the Grammy-Award winning artist and original member of The Wailers. Niambe sits on the Board for Minorities for Medical Marijuana, and is an Advisor for the Last Prisoner Project continuing her father's legacy for social justice. Niambe is also the founder of the Peter Tosh Foundation, and today, 4/20, is International Peter Tosh Day! We welcome Niambe to our show to discuss how her family celebrates his legacy by continuing the fight for global legalization of cannabis and criminal justice reform. Produced by Pretty Easy Podcasts
In this episode, PMP chats with Santino Martinez, a vibrant young entrepreneur and independent hip hop artist using his knowledge and skills in the cannabis industry. He is a Brand Ambassador with Design Kush, offering web design and digital marketing tools to help cannabis businesses connect and grow. In addition to marketing skills, Santino has operated his own cultivations for more than 8 years, and shares insights into his vast knowledge of growing.
In episode #32, PMP chats with Carlos Tanner, the Founder of the Ayahuasca Foundation, a plant medicine retreat center located in Iquitos, Peru. He is a Founding Member of the Inkan Kena Plant Medicine School and the Riosbo Retreat and Research Center where he hosts medical research. Tune in to learn more about ayahuasca and the indigenous traditions around this plant medicine. Produced by Pretty Easy Podcasts
In episode #31, PMP chats with Allison Feduccia, a neuropharmacologist and psychedelic researcher who worked as a Senior Clinical Data Scientist for MAPS. Then she Co-Founded the global network Psychedelic.Support, and is the Co-Founder and Director of the non-profit Project New Day. We're delighted to feature another incredible woman in the industry during Women's History Month! Produced by Pretty Easy Podcasts
On episode #30 of The Vine, PMP talks with Jacquie Cohen Roth, pioneer in the East Coast cannabis industry and Founder of CannabizMD and Tea Pad. She is an inaugural member of the graduating class from The University of Maryland's School of Pharmacy with a Masters in Medical Cannabis Science and Therapeutics. Tune in to learn more about her canna companies + upcoming special events. Produced by Pretty Easy Podcasts Music: AcidJazz by http://incompetech.com/ (Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a )https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ (Creative Commons Attribution License).
This episode of The Vine features Montel Williams. He is an Emmy Award winning television personality, inspirational speaker, author, entrepreneur, and cannabis advocate, who served in both the Marine Corps and Navy. Tune in as PMP chats with Montel about how cannabis has helped him to manage his Multiple Sclerosis and his thoughts about what needs to change in our government and in the industry, so that all have equal access.
In this episode, PMP chats with Ben Holt, an internationally acclaimed Breathwork Facilitator, a transformational retreat leader, a psychedelic therapist, filmmaker, and musician. Ben is the Founder of Connect and Evolve, a company that offers Transformational Spiritual Retreats. Tune into The Vine to learn how his methods and teachings have proven to be life-changing for thousands.
In this episode PMP chats with Melissa Lavasani, Founder of the Plant Medicine Coalition. Melissa shares her intimate story of postpartum depression and her search for healing through plant medicine. She led the Decriminalize Nature movement in D.C. and won the largest ballot initiative victory in the history of our nation's capital. Tune in to learn how Plant Medicine Coalition will lead the charge to decriminalize plant medicines at all levels of government throughout the country. Produced by Pretty Easy Podcasts
AWAKENING is a free online educational series produced by Plant Media Project. PMP Co-Founders Elizabeth Sheldon and Gina VEnsel host "Awakening: An Exploration of Higher Medicine Vol. 2" featuring a dynamic duo of psychonauts exploring the higher medicines: MDMA and Ketamine. Charley Wininger is a psychotherapist and author of the acclaimed book "Listening to Ecstasy: The Transformative Power of MDMA." His talk will discuss insights from his book, and useful info on the benefits of MDMA. Zappy Zapolin is known for being the psychonaut to the stars. He is the director of the documentary film, "Reality of Truth," and founder of The Ketamine Fund. PMP talks with Zappy about how ketamine is being used for treating PTSD, depression, anxiety, and more.
In Episode #25 of The Vine, PMP chats with Daniel Shankin, Founder of Mt. Tam Psychedelic Integration, an organization serving individuals who are exploring their consciousness for transformational evolution within a supportive community. We discuss psychedelic integration, what coaching and holding space in circles looks like, and events like the Psilocybin Summit and Mt. Tam's Jamboree coming up in April.
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