Thoughts Off The Stem

What does it take to empower the next generation of comedians—and who gets to decide who's “funny”?In this episode of Thoughts Off The Stem, host Justin Barone sits down with Lynn Harris, acclaimed comedian, journalist, and founder of GOLD Comedy⁠—a platform dedicated to helping young women, nonbinary folks, and underrepresented voices break into the comedy industry with confidence and skill.Lynn shares her journey from stand-up stages to startup success, discusses the need for diversity in comedy, and explains how GOLD Comedy is more than just laughs—it's a movement. Whether you're a fan of comedy, an aspiring performer, or curious about how humor intersects with empowerment, this episode is packed with insight, inspiration, and a few great punchlines.Visit Goldcomedy.comSubscribe, Like, Share, leave a Comment and visit Tots420.com#LynnHarris #GoldComedy #ThoughtsOffTheStem #JustinBarone #podcastinterview #WomeninComedy #ComedyMentorship #Stand-UpComedy #ComedyEducation #ComedyPodcast #EmpowerComedians #FutureofComedy #ComediansofTomorrow #DiversityinComedy #HowtoBeFunny #ComedyStartup #cannabispodcast #420podcast #comedypodcast #fictionpodcast #cannabiscomedy #weedhumor #societyculture #cannabisconversations #standupcomedy #podcast #comedy #culture #personalgrowth #insight #perspective #humor

What happens when a routine traffic stop turns into a moment you'll never forget? In this powerful episode of Thoughts Off The Stem, host Justin Barone shares a deeply personal and unfiltered account of the night he was pulled over by police and found himself staring down the barrel of a gun.Through honest reflection and raw storytelling, Justin dives into what it's like to experience sudden fear, confusion, and vulnerability at the hands of law enforcement. This isn't just about one moment—it's about how we process trauma, confront authority, and navigate the complex relationship between civilians and police in today's world.Whether you've experienced a similar moment, are trying to understand others' perspectives, or just want real, human conversations about tough issues—we invite you to listen in.

Are you struggling to quit smoking? Overeating when you're stressed? Falling into the same habits even though you know they're holding you back?In this episode of Thoughts Off The Stem, host Justin Barone sits down with certified hypnotist Gary Barone, founder of Habits Be Gone, to explore how hypnosis can help you finally break free from the habits you've been trying to change for years.Gary shares how hypnosis works on a subconscious level, why most people get stuck in the same cycles, and what it actually feels like to be hypnotized. From quitting smoking to losing weight and overcoming self-sabotage, this episode dives into real-world solutions for lasting change.You'll learn:What hypnosis really isHow it helps rewire your habits at the root✨ Ready to take the next step?Visit habitsbegone.com to learn more about Gary's services, book a session, or find free resources to start your habit change journey today.Subscribe, Like, Share, leave a Comment and visit Tots420.com#hypnosis #breakbadhabits #quitsmoking #loseweight #habitchange #habitloop #subconsciousmind #GaryBarone #HabitsBeGone #habitsbegone.com #ThoughtsOffTheStem #JustinBarone #stopsmoking #emotionaleating #personalgrowth #behavioralchange #mentalhealth #mindsetshift #cannabispodcast #420podcast #comedypodcast #fictionpodcast #societyculture #cannabisconversations #podcast #comedy #culture #insight #perspective #humor #cannabis #selfimprovement #motivation #mindfulness

Ever feel like you're carrying the whole world but can't show it?In this episode of Thoughts Off The Stem, Justin Barone gets real about what it's like to be a guy dealing with stress, anxiety, and the pressure to keep it together—even when you're falling apart inside. We talk about the stuff men usually keep quiet: feeling low, struggling to stay positive, and wishing it was easier to ask for help.This is for the guys who feel like they should be able to “handle it,” but deep down… they're exhausted. Whether it's work, family, relationships, or just life stacking up—you're not the only one going through it. You're not weak. You're human.We're not here to throw around advice or pretend we've got it all figured out. This is just a real conversation about mental health for men, the emotional weight we carry, and why it's okay to open up.If you've been feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or alone, this one's for you.Subscribe, Like, Share, leave a Comment and visit Tots420.comMen's mental health,Mental health podcast for men,Stress and anxiety in men,Male burnout,Talking about emotions,men and mental health,men,being a man,Thoughts Off The Stem,Justin Barone,mental health,mental health awareness,men and their mental health,cannabis podcast,podcast,culture,personal growth,self improvement,discussion,insight,humor,cannabis, comedy fiction podcast, fiction podcast, comedy podcast, cannabis podcast, emotional awareness, mindfulness

In this hilarious and relatable episode of Thoughts Off The Stem, host Justin Barone dives deep into the wild world of fashion trends, flood pants, and the everyday judgement we all secretly dish out and receive. From rocking questionable outfit choices to reflecting on why society loves to critique others, Justin brings a raw, unfiltered, and comedic spin that will have you questioning your own closet.Perfect for fashion lovers, self-improvement junkies, or anyone who's ever been judged (or guilty of judging!). Whether you're here for the laughs, the lessons, or just some real talk, this episode will hit home and keep you entertained. What to Expect in this Episode:* Why flood pants became a thing (and why Justin has some feelings about it)* How fashion choices can instantly change how you're perceived* Laugh-out-loud commentary on modern trendsSubscribe, Like, Share, leave a Comment⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ and visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠Tots420.com#fashion #floodpants #judgment #bigdreams #greatness #pornstars #thoughtsoffthestem #justinbarone #cannabispodcast #420podcast #comedypodcast #fictionpodcast #cannabiscomedy #weedhumor #societyculture #cannabisconversations #weedperspective

When you were a kid, the possibilities were endless — and extremely unrealistic (but in the best way). In this episode of Thoughts Off The Stem, host Justin Barone dives into a ridiculous world of childhood dreams and how they stack up against to real life.“Big Dreams, Greatness and Purple Haze” is all about the big question:What did you think you were gonna be when you grew up — and what happened?Imagining fame and fortune, Justin brings humor, nostalgia, and just the right amount of haze (figuratively… maybe) to explore how dreams evolve, shift, and sometimes completely derail.This isn't your typical “follow your dreams” pep talk. It's a comedy-laced look at who we thought we'd be and who we actually became — and why that's kind of amazing.

Ontario's cannabis retail scene is booming—but is the system actually working for retailers, consumers, or the industry as a whole?In this hard-hitting episode of Thoughts Off The Stem, host Justin Barone breaks down the real-world impact of retail cannabis regulations in Ontario, Canada. From licensing bottlenecks and zoning issues to the challenges of competing with the black market, we explore how red tape and policy decisions are shaping the legal cannabis space.If you're in the industry, thinking about entering it, or just curious about how Ontario's cannabis retail market really works, this episode delivers the unfiltered truth.Subscribe, like, comment and visit Tots420.com#Ontariocannabisretailregulations #AGCOcannabisrules #legalcannabisinOntario #Canadiancannabispodcast #ThoughtsOffTheStem #Ontariodispensarylaws #retailweedregulationsCanada #podcast #culture #perspective #insight #humor #discussion #recreationalcannabis

Welcome to another insightful episode of "Thoughts Off The Stem," where we delve into the evolving landscape of human connections in our episode “Loyalty in Modern Times | Exploring Changing Relationships.” In today's fast-paced digital age, the traditional concepts of loyalty and relationships are being challenged and redefined. Join us as we explore how technology, social media, and cultural shifts are influencing the way we perceive and engage with loyalty in both personal and professional spheres.Whether you're interested in understanding the impact of digital interactions on loyalty or curious about how relationships are transforming in modern society, this episode provides valuable perspectives and thought-provoking discussions to enrich your understanding. Tune in for expert insights, real-life stories, and a heartfelt conversation that addresses the complexities of loyalty today.Listen to "Loyalty in Modern Times" on your favorite podcast platform and be part of the conversation about what it means to be loyal in an ever-changing world. Subscribe to "Thoughts Off The Stem" for more episodes that challenge conventional thinking and inspire meaningful dialogue.Subscribe to  @thoughtsoffthestem  and visit Tots420.com for more great content.#loyaltyinmoderntimes #changingrelationships #digitalageimpact #socialmediainfluence #thoughtsoffthestempodcast

Tune in to “Thoughts Off The Stem” for a captivating episode titled “Elon Musk's Comedy Take | Cultural Commentary,” where we unravel the intriguing intersection of technology, humor, and culture through the lens of one of the most influential figures of our time, Elon Musk. This episode dives into Musk's unique brand of comedy and its impact on cultural commentary, exploring how his witty tweets, public appearances, and unconventional approach resonate with a global audience.Discover how Elon Musk uses humor to discuss serious topics, challenge norms, and influence public discourse in the realms of technology and business. We examine the wider implications of his comedic take on contemporary issues and its significance in shaping the conversation around innovation and futurism.Join us for an engaging discussion filled with expert analysis, entertaining anecdotes, and deep insights into the societal impact of Musk's comedic style. Whether you're a fan of Elon Musk or curious about the role of humor in cultural commentary, this episode offers a fresh perspective on the dynamic interplay between comedy and culture.Listen now to “Elon Musk's Comedy Take” on “Thoughts Off The Stem” and subscribe for more episodes that bring you closer to the people and ideas transforming our world.Subscribe and don't forget to visit Tots420.com#ElonMusk #comedy #culturalcommentary #humorandtechnology #thoughtsoffthestempodcast

Pissing people off in public seems to be the new norm. When did it become ok to mess with someones peace. It's really not that funny. Maybe it is to you and your buddies but to the rest of us, we just want to enjoy our space.It's messed up that these internet pranksters get all huffy and whiney when they prank someone and then get called out. Some times it gets violent and they just run around screaming "it was a prank bro". Like they are now offended that you are pissed and want to rip that dudes head off. If you're going to disrupt someone else's peace, it seems that you should be prepared to accept the ass whooping that comes along with it. Is it just a Gen Z thing to feel like all the space and stuff is only there for their amusement?The biggest problem I have with that generation, is their inability to understand that the people around them are not toys to be played with. We don't care what you are doing, we don't want to hear about it and we sure as hell don't want to listen to you discuss anything during a movie while in a theatre surrounded by people who came to see the movie, not listen to your inexperienced ass tell your buddy what you did last week.Hope you enjoy the sesh!Subscribe and visit Tots420.com

It's no secret that hip hop has suffered in recent years. The culture has definitely come a long way but I think it's safe to say that we are in the valley of rhyme right now. We are no where near the peaks that we saw through the 80's, 90's up to the early 2000's.The younger generation has been inundated with mumble rap, grillz and nonsensical lyricism. I've been waiting for the day that some of the older more established wordsmiths make them selves known again.Finally we have that. With new album drops from the likes of Snoop Dogg, Dr Dre with Missionary, the much anticipated follow up to Doggy Style. Redman with his release of Muddy Waters Too and now Wutang going on a final world tour. The teachers have taken control of the class and it's back in session, forcing the culture to take notice.Hip Hop is coming back in a heavy way and I only hope that this younger generation is taking notes. The OG's of rap are putting their stamp on the game again in a big way and it's time for the culture now to recognize what made it so prevalent.Hip Hop is back baby!Hope you enjoy the sesh!Subscribe and visit Tots420.com#hiphop #90shiphop #podcast #comedy #comedypodcast #thoughtsoffthestem

Canada has really stepped up the national pride lately. It's quite nice to see. We're always labeled the polite ones, the ones who can be pushed, the ones who say sorry if we bump in to you, fix your shirt collar and coat and be on our way. However we do pride our selves on being sarcastic, well informed, knuckle heads ready to drop gloves at the first hint of a yo' mamma joke.It's been really amusing lately, watching angry "Muricans" lash out at Canada and Canadians clapping back. The trash that Canadians can talk will make your grandma upset, when you want to have a war of words with a Canadian you better know your facts. They won't only keep their elbows up, they'll decimate your mindset, figure out what really matters to you and what your biggest insecurity is and they'll attack. We're playing on a different level.At least that's what it seems like.Hope you enjoy the sesh!Subscribe and don't forget to visit Tots420.com#canadian #canada #podcast #thoughtsoffthestem

Mental illness, anxiety, substance abuse and fear are so prevalent in our lives it's no wonder our social systems are in shambles. As individuals we need to find ways to cope with life. Many people turn to self medication in order to deal with their day. It would serve us better to teach coping mechanisms in order to handle life's heavy moments. Really drive the development of strong bonds and social support systems as a community. We also need to take action for ourselves and learn new ways of handling stressful moments.There are a multitude of ways to keep your anxiety at bay and protect your inner peace. Exercise, meditation, remove toxic people from your life and get your house in order. Start simple and tidy your space. Whether it's your house or room, keep it clean and organized. It promotes a sense of calm and relaxation and gives you a safe comfortable space. All it takes to make a change is follow through. Take it one step at a time. Soon enough you'll realize the level of calm mindfulness has brought to your life.Join the sesh for a deep discussion about the concept of protecting your inner peace.I hope you enjoy!Subscribe and visit Tots420.com

I was indulging in the chill billy, gator blood blammo cart. It's shaped like a bullet. It's cool. It's also a nice social sativa.I was enjoying that while watching a little YellowStone and all of it's iterations. Naturally I began to ponder my worth as a cowboy. Wondering if I could actually spend my days on the range riding from small town to small town.It's weird though because I think I could win a duel but I doubt I could wrangle my food, quarter it and cook it. I probably couldn't even grow corn right. Let alone extract milk from a cow. But I guess it was different times then. We're soft now. Most of us don't have to worry about getting kicked in the head by a horse.You know what else people never talk about, about back then. They never talk about the smell. Imagine what a small town would smell like at high noon in Texas on an early August day. Swamp ass! that's what it would smell like. Hygiene was also lacking so there was a good chance, you would get a side of cheese with your sausage and pie. If you know what I'm saying.Hope you enjoy the sesh!Let me know in the comments whether or not you could cut it as a cowboy.Subscribe and visit Tots420.com#comedypodcast #cannabispodcast #storypodcast #fictionpodcast #thoughtsoffthestempodcast #wildwestpodcat #cowboypodcast #homeontherangepodcast #gunslingingpodcast

Have you ever gotten high, the phone rings and stupidly answered it?If you smoke you know the reality of a puckered butt hole all to well. You make the mistake of having a few edibles and enjoying your day. When all of a sudden you trusty little electronic buddy rings. You reach into your pocket and hit the answer button. The voice on the other end, in all it's weighted seriousness, rushes a chill down your spine and lower half tenses with the strength of a vault door.Well I had an instance like that recently and let me tell you, it made me feel like I was 5 years old and caught red handed in the cookie jar. When the edibles hit you really have to assess the moves you make other wise you're just opening yourself up for a whole world of terror.That kind of terror is rampant online and through social media. Our phones are always listening to us. Paying attention to our joys and our fears. Preying on innocent minds in hopes to persuade them to follow the algorithm.Imagine having to go on a trip, taking a flight or driving in the car for an extended period of time. Your friendly little phone starts using social media, to prey on you and send your thoughts spiralling into dispare.I took a trip recently and TikTok decided it was great idea to flood my page with plane crashes. There's nothing like knowing you have to ride through the sky and being force fed planes falling from the sky. Birds flying into engines and pilots playing chicken. In some cases even being on the ground can't save you. It's terrifying to know that, in an instant an air plane can become a large metal human sausage skin.With an algorithm like that, who needs to watch horror movies?This might be one of the reasons X and Meta have both decided to do away with algorithms that fact check. They have both implemented a "Notes" feature on their platforms in order to have more accurate fact checking. It's a way for humans to keep other humans in check. Giving everyone the opportunity to be a super sleuth. That's right everyone can be Sherlock Holmes and figure out whether that propaganda you're seeing is fake news or truthful discord.Hope you enjoy the sesh!Subscribe and visit Tots420.com#comedypodcast #indypodcast #fictionpodcast #humorpodcast #thoughtsoffthestempodcast #storytellingpodcast #entertainmentpodcast #humor #comedy #entertainment

Since this is the first sesh of 2025, I felt like we needed a little update and forecast for what's going to be coming up on the podcast.So in this sesh we're talking about a few of the changes I going to try and make to the show. I felt like it was getting a little to cannabis centric. So in an effort to bring it back to what, originally made the show fun and engaging I'm trying to add variety.This week I'm talking about a procedure that a lot of men decide to have and hopefully I can take some of the anxiety out of the situation. By telling my vasectomy story I hope that I can give dudes an accurate picture of what the procedure actually entails. With a little bit of humor I hope I can lighten the load so to speak.After talking about my D, I move on to the most notorious D in politics. That's right we are talking about Trump and his Teriff wars. I mean really we're talking about the bro-tastic nature of his and Elon Musks white house take over.Finally we finish out the show with a brief discussion about the fact that I'm starting to dabble in the stock market. None of what I say on the subject is meant to be any kind of education or information regarding the purchasing of stocks. Nor am I trying to tell anyone what to do with there money. I am simply just discussing the fact that I have started to play the stock market and there is a pot stock that seems to be taking the lead in the cannabis industry. Again, in no way am I telling you that you should invest I just thought that it would be fun to discuss and some of what is happening is quite interesting.Hope you enjoy the sesh!Don't forget to Subscribe and visit Tots420.com#comedypodcast #comedy #humor #podcast #storytellngpodcast #canadianpodcast #thoughtsoffthestem #thoughtsoffthestempodcast #spotifypodcast #funnystories #cannabispodcast #stockmarket

For all our advancements, open mindedness still seems to elude us. We war with each other of beliefs, promote misinformation in order to have our opinions heard, then stifle the opposition, dismiss new ideologies and try as hard as possible to ruin anyone who dares to say... "What about this?" In a lot of ways we are better than we were. However, in a lot of ways we aren't. One person who knows this all to well is Graham Hancock. He is a journalist with a show on Netflix called "Ancient Apocalypse" it's a docuseries focusing on the possibility that our history may not be as accurate as we thought. He poses the concept that civilization may date back farther than we believe and there seems to be a some archeological evidence to support this suggestion. Because of these views he's been shunned and miss-labeled a quack and a crazy person. The archeological community completely disregards him and actively tries to discredit and silence his findings. Seems a little odd that people would be so viscerally opposed to even think about the idea that more research and investigation could be done in to these possibilities. Some times those in an industry or heading up projects can find themselves to close to idea or concept, to truly see the potential of possibilities. It benefits us all to entertain new concepts and ideologies, or at least the potential of. To better progress the human race. We should be capable of digesting good and bad information. That's how we learn and progress. I personally find his concepts quite intriguing. I love the idea that we don't know as much as we think we do and our ancestral past may have wholes in it. Pockets of lost information if you will. Besides there are people out there who truly believe, without a smidge of a doubt that, there was a guy who walked on water, that wasn't ice. There was a guy who parted the sea and it wasn't in his bathtub. There was a guy who built a boat the size of a city, put all the animals in the world on it and there wasn't a blood bath. If you can believe all that, shouldn't you be able to at least entertain the possibility of human history stretching a little farther back than previously discovered? Hope you enjoy the sesh! Like, Share, Subscribe and visit Tots420.com #humanhistory #grahamhancock #ancientcivilization #ancientapocalypse #netflix #thoughtsoffthestempodcast #discussionpodcast #storypodcast #comedypodcast #cannabispodcast #discussion #comedy #cannabis #podcast

Can someone please explain to me what is wrong with dudes? Seriously! I get that we like to have fun and do dude things. However I do not understand why dudes seem to think that the best move is the first move. Like for example: showing a questionable set of pictures to your co-workers. Why show someone and unsolicited pic of nakedness. No one wants to see that, let alone have it shoved in their face in the middle of a mall food court. Have you ever sat around with woman and heard any of them say "geeze I wish Tom would send me a picture of his junk already". No you haven't. Do you know why you haven't? Well... because as much as Becky wants to see Tom's junk, she wants to see it under her own determination. Besides if you're gonna show your junk there needs to be context fueled by the dumping of hormones. Maybe it's because that's all we are as dudes. Walking hormones. We never really grow out of that teenage mentality. It's the same mentality that allows us to think farts are funny and cleanliness is a virtue best left in the corner of the closet with our crusty socks and 4 day old skid mark riddled underwear. That's the type of mentality that leads us to believe that mopping a floor is beneath us. Ask us to do menial tasks and it will illicit an ape like tantrum that ultimately leads to us fighting with our peers and coworkers, ultimately leading to our dismissal from the group. All I'm saying is, keep it in you pants, mop the floor and act like a man not the child you wish you were. Hope you enjoy the sesh! Like, Share, Folllow, Subscribe and check out Tots420.com #comedypodcast #cannabispodcast #indiepodcast #fictionpodcast #comedy #humor #funny #weedpodcast #funnypodcast #thoughtsoffthestempodcast #thoughtsoffthestem

Merry Christmas Everyone!! This week on Thoughts Off The Stem we're reading Christmas classics. The Christmas stories you loved as a kid with an infused twist. Join the sesh with your friendly neighbourhood Christmas stoner. Load yourself a jolly old bowl, roll yourself a delicious candy cone, gather a plate of infused cookies and a tall glass of milk. Then curl up by the fire and enjoy some holiday giggles! Hope you enjoy the Sesh! Have a Merry Christmas, Happy New Year and wonderful time with family. #christmasstories #frostythesnowman #threewisemen #elf #thegrinch #achristmascarol #thenightbeforechristmas #comedy #humor #podcast #thoughtsoffthestem #christmasclassics

Have you ever been convinced you were born in the wrong era? Over the years I've occasionally wondered if I was better suited for life in the 1950's. It seems like some of the values of a different time better suite my personality. There's just so many aspects of that time period that I think I would enjoy. The style, the cars and the sense of community to mention a few. It was just a simpler time and maybe that's what I am really looking for. While thinking about all the possibilities of living in a different area my mind may have wandered in to thoughts about reincarnation. I also think that would be cool as hell. The possibility that you could come back as another person would be amazing. The only thing I would want to know for sure, is whether or not you would have the knowledge of your old self. Could you use the information you gained in your past lives to make your new life more enjoyable or prosperous? Hope you enjoy the sesh! Don't forget to like, share, subscribe and visit Tots420.com #comedy #cannabis #podcast #comedypodcast #cannabispodcast #weedpodcast #indiepodcast #fictionpodcast #thoughtsoffthestem

This week on Thoughts Off The Stem we're talking about Hawk Tuah girl, her Hawk coin and the stupidity that is investing based on celebrity. I mean really, who in their right mind invests in an unstable currency because some 20 something kid decides to put her name on a form of it. The funniest part to me is that, people were surprised they lost all their money. I'm not well versed in investing however, I can say without a doubt there is no chance I'm investing in someone who's claim to fame is the best way to make a guy happy and "spit on that thang". Have we learned nothing from the Logan Paul fiasco? Internet celebrities, celebrities in general are not the people you should look to for financial advice. First of all they are getting paid more money than you could make to be the face of a series of imaginary numbers. Secondly they aren't the ones calling the shots. Someone behind the scenes advising them on what to do next, and their motivation is most likely an attempt to capitalize on that persons fame. This is the kind of stuff that makes me worried for the future of humanity. We really are moving in the direction of "Idiocracy". Is this seriously the pinnacle of humanity? Hope you enjoy the sesh!

Talking about marijuana with your kids can be a bit uncomfortable. I get it. It's not something we as parents really want to do. But just like talking about the birds and the bees, it is our responsibility to make sure that they get the correct information. As a pot shop manager I have always been very open and honest with my kids. I don't see any value in hiding my use of marijuana from them. In many cases I have customers who do their best to keep their use hidden from their kids. I personally don't think this is the right move. I think if you normalize marijuana on the same level as booze you'll have less young people inappropriately using marijuana. Or at the very least using it at a point in their lives, when it's detrimental to brain development. Having said all that, I don't think we should be talking to our toddlers about weed. This type of conversation should probably coincide with school lesson plans about drugs and alcohol. Besides hiding your use of these substances from your kids really cuts into your credibility. There is nothing worse than your kids potentially losing faith in you because you're being hypocritical. Hop you enjoy the sesh! Don't forget to like, subscribe, share and visit Tots420.com #comedypodcast #discussionpodcast #indiepodcast #cannabispodcast #thoughtsoffthestem #humor #comedy #storytelling #cannabisculture #smokeseshpodcast

This week on Thoughts Off The Stem, we're telling university party stories. I have a huge appetite for fun. My first year at university consisted of a lot of drinking, laughs and good times and very little school work. I'm not saying it was the right move but it definitely left me with some fun stories to tell. When I was younger I was always looking for the party. Once I got to university I was ready to do whatever I wanted. Without someone to over see what I was doing, I neglected everything that wasn't at the bottom of a bottle. Partying was me jam for sure. I met a lot of cool people and spent many nights with a bunch of the football team testing the limits of my chugging capabilities. The combination of free flowing booze and the wheel chair my roommate had stolen from his grandmother. He used it as a desk chair. We used it as a party favour, traversing the hall ways doing wheelies and spins seeing who could hold their wheelie as long as possible without up ending ourselves in a door way. This one fate full night, I may or may not have commandeered the chair on a trip to the bar. Being 18 and in university I had missed out on a few bar trips at this point. So with a stomach full of booze, wobbly legs, a fake id and a simple mode of transportation I decided to tag along on a night out. So load up your bong, heat up the dab rig or roll up your favourite strain and join the sesh for some hijinks. Hope you enjoy! Don't forget to follow, like, share, subscribe and visit Tots420.com #comedypodcast #fictionpodcast #indiepodcast #thoughtsoffthestempodcast #cannabispodcast #weedpodcast #comedy #humor #cannabis #podcast

This week on Thoughts Off The Stem, we're talking about the Jake Paul, Mike Tyson fight. That's right, just like you, I allowed myself to get suckered in to the fantasy of it all. So my son and I decided to make it bro time in the living room and watch the fights. It was definitely quite the spectacle, that's for sure! There actually was a good boxing match in there too. A few things needed a tweak here and I'm sure you've heard all the talk about Netflix crashing. There was definitely a lot going on, which left us with quite a bit to talk about. So roll up your favourite strain and join the sesh! Hope you enjoy! Don't forget to like, share and subscribe to the channel. Check out Tots420.com for mor cannabis related blogs. #comedypodcast #cannabispodcast #smokeseshpodcast #weedpodcast #thoughtsoffthestempodcast #indiepodcast

This week on Thoughts Off The Stem we are talking about logical potheads, societies fascination with idolizing idiots and a review of Dealer's Blueberry Frost pre roll. If you haven't watched the last podcast you should check it out. This seshisode starts with a mini discussion related to seshisode 155. Basically as a pothead I feel like non potheads judge us with the assumption that we are lazy and stupid. Last weeks episode was about an incident at school where I, Justin Barone, your friendly neighbourhood pothead was the voice of reason. Or rather at least more level headed than some of my parenting peers. Which surprised me because I am the pothead of the group. In this instance, where everyone reacted rather than thinking it through. I prevailed as the more level headed member of the group. I attribute that to the fact that I smoke weed quite honestly. It got me thinking that in most cases if there were an issue at hand. A group of people would not necessarily look to the pothead for guidance or leadership. But in this case, I reacted to the situation and reached out. Everyone just said, "ok lets see what happens after Justin does a little digging." Quite honestly it amazed me that everyones reaction was going to be based on what I was able to do about the situation. Ultimately it got me thinking about how in society we still have a misconception of the capabilities of potheads. All I'm saying is, it's ok to trust a pothead. In that vein I some how got around to discussing Lt. Dan. You know the Florida man who tried to live through Hurricane Milton on a dingy in the ocean. It just amazed me how quickly society idolizes idiots. How quickly we support lunacy and urge it to run it's course. I feel like some how those idiots get categorized as potheads too. Which really just hurts our street cred man. Not all potheads are token idiots. Most of us are hard working, logical, laid back people who enjoy introspective thought, silliness and a relaxing time. All we want to do is smoke a joint think about life's possibilities and eat our favourite snack. Hope you enjoy the sesh! Don't forget to visit Tots420.com #podcast #comedy #cannabis #smokesesh #thoughtsoffthestem #comedypodcast #weedpodcast #fictionpodcast #indiepodcast #canadiancannabis

This week on Thoughts Off The Stem I'm discussing a situation at my oldest kids highschool. The teacher decided to use the special needs class to represent toddlers for a day in order to prepare her students for a toddler play date the following month. There is something seriously wrong with this don't you think? Is there no one around this teacher proofing the lesson plans? This to me was a major problem. It turns out it was a problem for a few of the parents. I reached out to find out what the logic was here. Lets just say the response left me less than happy or satisfied that this would further anyones education. I'm not trying to be any kind of social justice warrior here. I'm just saying that using anyone for to represent something they aren't is not the best look. There should have been way more thought put in to this. The practice of using someone with a disability to represent toddler is just wrong. The needs of both people are vastly different and in my opinion are not in any way similar or representative of the other. I also find it hard to believe that parents of the students in the special needs class, had they known this was going on, would have been overly accommodating or happy about having their kids involved in such an experiment. I just don't think it's right to use people like that. Join the Sesh and let me know what you think. Do you think the teacher was in the wrong? visit tots420.com for cannabis blogs and seshisode links

This week on Thoughts Off The Stem I felt like I had to address a few comments I was getting on youtube short I put out. The content was supposed to be about a humorous interaction I had with a customer. I think I failed at cutting it correctly. The topic of the clip was how we have to sell products in the cannabis industry. So as I was receiving comment after comment about ripping people off I realized I had to respond and clarify the situation. Since comments don't always drive the point home I figured this seshisode would be the perfect opportunity to clarify in detail the concept. So this sesh is a pretty well detailed description of how the retail cannabis industry operates. The biggest misconception is that retail cannabis is a kin to Walmart style retail. It is not. Weed is a regulated good. So if you are going to compare retail operations you have to compare what it is like to sell regulated goods, like alcohol and cigarettes. You can't compare buying a bag of weed to buying pencils at staples. We are bound to the regulations the government has imposed on the industry and the operating procedures enforced by the parent companies/head offices that run these business's. Hope you enjoy the sesh Don't forget to share, like, subscribe and visit Tots420.com

This week on Thoughts Off The Stem. I thought it would be fun to give you my top 10 stoner horror movies to watch on halloween. There are some spoilers in here. So if you haven't seen some of the movies I talk about, maybe skip through to the next one. Just in case. I think you'll find this list perfect for a stoner fueled fright fest. Well honestly some of them are cheesy but, you know, that's kinda part of halloween too right? Spark one up and lets talk murder, gore and silly horror. Hope you enjoy the sesh! Don't forget to subscribe, like, share and check out Tots420.com for the full catalogue of seshisodes.

This week on Thoughts Off The Stem I was wondering to myself what would the apocalypse look like? Based on all the craziness that is going on in the world today I think people are more aware than ever that we might be headed to end times. I'm just not that sure what our end times looks like. So in this sesh I'm posing the question of what you think an apocalypse would look like. Is it filled with fire and brimstone, a nuclear war, aliens or is it something we won't see coming? This is always a fun topic to explore considering there are so many different possibilities and my imagination runs rampant with this kind of thought exercise. I really do want to know your opinion so please leave a comment and let me know what you think. Even if that means letting me know you think I'm off my rocker. Hope you enjoy the sesh! As always don't forget to like, share, subscribe and visit Tots420.com for all thinks you need to listen or watch the podcast.

This week on Thoughts Off The Stem. We are talking about corporate greed in the weed industry. The level of greed in the weed industry is astronomical, but I guess it's just a reflection of the societal greed we see on a personal level, every day on social media. In Canada the weed industry is a budding industry new to the game and I understand that the people involved want to see massive and extreme growth very quickly. The problem with that, is that, while try to expand at a rapid pace. These corporations tend to make major missteps, which lead to quite a few operational mistakes. I think this comes from a lack of experience by the heads of these companies to understand the legitimate market. I say this because, in the canadian cannabis industry, there are quite a few business owners that started out on the black market. Their success there, doesn't necessarily translate to a legitimate business. They are still trying to operate with an underground mindset. I'm sure there is room for some of those practices to help grow these companies, however, there needs to be a shift in the quality of leadership within the cannabis industry. Hope you enjoy the sesh! Subscribe, Like, Share and visit Tots420.com to listen or watch the whole podcast catalogue. #cannabisindustry #cannabisculture #cannabisbusiness #podcast #comedy #cannabis #weedpodcast #thoughtsoffthestempodcast #cannabispodcast

This week on Thoughts Off The Stem we're smoking some East Coast Dank'z by MTL Cannabis. The lineage is Grape Gas and Gelato 41, making it a 29% THC Indica. I am smoking Orange Juice, Cured Resin by 1964, in the Stundenglass. It's an 83% THC Cured Resin. This sesh we're talking about the eclectic group of customers we see on a daily basis. Being that retail cannabis is a relatively new development in society. There is a lot of interpersonal carry-over from the black market. We used to have a schedule a time to go visit a guy in a basement or a garage. Upon arrival we had to commit at least 45 minutes to visiting this individual. In some cases you ended up getting sucked into helping with chore list or entertaining kids while they complete some of the tasks on their list. This meant we had to build relationships with our plugs and has carried over to the retail industry where, there is an abundance of people who come into the shop with, at least a small amount of intent to inform you of all the goings on in their lives. I know that we are called "Budtenders". It sounds similar to "Bartender" and there is a clear expectation that we lend a sympathetic ear to our customers. This means that in some cases we get high jacked and ear beaten with peoples problems from time to time. Though I don't mind sharing my years of wisdom to help someone out. Maybe the time to acquire some life advice is not in a packed pot shop. All I'm saying, is that it's a business. Would you go to Walmart and tell the employees there all about your last colonoscopy? I don't think so. Hope you enjoy the sesh! Subscribe, Like, Share and visit Tots420.com for links to all our episodes. #podcast #comedypodcast #cannabispocast #humor #entertainment #fictionpodcast #cannabisculture #cannabisindustry #comedy #indiepodcast #thoughtsoffthestem #cannabisbusiness #retailbuiness #retailmanagement #management #customerservice

This week on Thoughts Off The Stem we're talking about what everyone is talking about. P Diddy and his recent indictment. From freak off parties, to racketeering, to murder plots, to human trafficking. This dude is insane. Since this is pretty heavy and we like to keep things light around here we're dabbing up 1964's Orange Juice cured resin. For a little extra pop, we mixed in a bit of Terra Labs Cherry Ak resin. Lets just say it added a nice little energized kicked to the sesh. I gotta ask though, did we really not see this coming? I mean the dude has been marred in controversy since the beginning of his career. It's alleged that he put out a hit on his own artist, Biggie Smalls. Not to mention his possible involvement in the shooting of Tupac in New York at a recording studio. This guy has always done whatever he can to maintain power over the music industry. His label is called Bad Boy records. He named himself Puff Daddy, then P. Diddy, then shortened it to Diddy. Started throwing Freak Off parties where almost immediately there were low level rumblings of nefarious on goings. Yet celebs and high powered people attended these parties and worked with the man because of the money he was pulling in and the power he held. Maybe I am naive but it's appalling to me that, as rumblings of Diddy's behaviour started to reach the public, those in the know protected this predator. I don't understand how these powerful people just sweep these kinds of things under the rug. What does this say about the psyche of people seeking fame and fortune? Does it suggest that the morals of the famous go to the highest bidder? Hope you enjoy the sesh! Visit Tots420.com #diddy #pdiddy #puffdaddy #fictionpodcast #comedypodcast #thoughtsoffthestem #comedy #humor #podcast #cannabispodcast #weedpodcast #canadiancannabis #cannabisindustry #cannabis #weed #marijuana

This week on Thoughts Off The Stem Justin and Tyler are trying out Blue Dream from Space Race, a 30% hybrid pre roll. As always they start the show with a hit from the Stundenglass, this week they had a little Live resin Orange Juice by 1964, an 83% sativa. This week Justin and Tyler are discussing TikTok culture and work ethic. Each generation is obviously different from the one before it. With the constant need for technological advancement, human interaction suffers. Social awareness declines and interpersonal skills seem to meet an end similar to that of the do-do bird. The mentality of young people has been pressed and adapted to changing technologies that suck the life out of engagement. Leading to a work force that thinks swipe culture actually applies in the real world. As great as technology is, it seems to be diminishing our ability to interact, thus creating a disconnect between reality and the virtual world. All that applies online does not necessarily add to a functioning individual in the real world. Many kids are coming into the work force with impatiently short attention spans. Lacking the ability to work through real world problems in real time and not being able to adapt to issues that need progressive problem solving skills. A lot of these green individuals lack the ability to form their own opinions, discern between fake or bad information and complete tasks on their own. If you are given a problem to solve then figure it out. Don't walk around asking everyones input about the problem you are facing. Learn to solve the problem and find the answer. Basically put in the work, that's how you make yourself valuable in the workforce. Hope you enjoy the sesh! Like, Subscribe, Share and visit Tots420.com #podcast #comedy #cannabis #comedypodcast #cannabispodcast #canadianpodcast #fictionpodcast #indiepodcast #thoughtsoffthestem

This week on Thoughts Off The Stem, we're talking about being an adult. The balance between maturity and fun. As we age we forget what it's like to be a kid. we fall in to our responsibilities and we loose sight of what's important. Sure i understand that we have to take care of our obligations and be leaders to our children. I don't necessarily believe that we have to do it in a stuffy and so called proper manner. I think that we can have fun and take care of business. However I find myself in a pretty consistent debate about my level of fun and silliness. I have been dating a lovely woman who is definitely to good for me. She is very proper and particular about how she conducts herself and what she expects of those around her. I'm an anomaly to her, I think. Where I'm 80% silly and childish. She's 80% serious and mature. She believes there is a time and place for everything. Often that means I have to stop making silly voices or acting like a child. Though I don't disagree, I do think that most adults try to stifle their silly. When I was a kid I would imagine what it would be like, to be an adult. Now as an adult I find most are trying to find their childhood again. I vowed early on in life that I would make a conscious effort to maintain a sense of childish fun. As we get older we lose our wonder. Everything is new and exciting as a kid. There are many experiences that haven't been had and when they are the tastes, smells, feels of that experience stay with you and give you that warm and fuzzy feeling. I think that as an adult our goal should be to maintain that feeling. So instead of being 80% serious and 20% childish. That should be flipped. Besides what's the point of having adult money if you can't have kid fun? Hope you enjoy the Sesh! Don't forget to Subscribe, Like, Share and visit Tots420.com #podcast #comedy #cannabis #cannabispodcast #weedpodcast #smokeseshpodcast #smokesesh #canadiancannabis #fictionpodcast #thoughtsoffthestem #amateurpodcast #indiepodcast #weedreview #cannabisreviews #discussionpodcast #talkradio

This week on Thoughts Off The Stem, we're discussing implants, specifically Neuralink, conspiracy minded people and the irony that is their arguments and actions. Everyone know's someone that goes deep down the rabbit hole. You know the ones. They think everything the government does is evil and controlling. The type of person that thinks that, only the news they are privy to, is the right information. They spout off all day about how the government is trying to deceive you. How covid was a mass experiment designed to asses the worlds governments ability to control the population, on mass. This type of paranoia doesn't normally go hand in hand with the concept of inserting a chip in to your brain. In fact, having a Neuralink implanted pretty much voids all previous worry that the government is out to control you, doesn't it? With everything we know about media, propaganda and government influence. It doesn't concern you that one of, if not the, smartest people on the planet wants to chip us all. Sure you can say it's in an effort to progress humanity and develop a global consciousness. But if we've learned anything from any sci-fi movie ever. It should probably be that, the guy who wants to chip us may have some nefarious plans. Seriously this would potentially make us human puppets. I can't fathom the idea of someone influencing my decisions let alone having total control over my mind. The thought is seriously bananas. Hope you enjoy the Sesh! Don't forget to Share, Like, Subscribe and visit Tots420.com

This week on Thoughts Off The Stem Lets talk about the fact that Boeing has stranded 2 astronauts in space on the international space station. Could you imagine training all your life to be an astronaut and go into space. You finally get called up to the big leagues. They tell you, you're going to man this new space craft but it's just gonna be a quick trip out an back. Next thing you know you're barely out of the atmosphere and you start hearing some rattles and clanks. One of your engines goes and you all of a sudden have a structural problem. Now you have to doc at the international space station and try to fix it. You work on fixing and find out the problem can only be fixed back on earth. Ok cool. You figure no problem we'll hop back on this sardine can and ride it back to earth. Nope! Can't do that. The probability of this piece of junk getting humans back to earth is pretty slim. Now you find out the whole time you've been off the planet. Congress has been hard grilling Boeing on their inability to make a viable space craft. Even though this one took some where near 11 years longer and quite a bit more money than they anticipated. I guess my question is... As an astronaut would this be exciting or terrifying? Part of me thinks it would be exciting because you get to stay in space longer than expected. However the sane part of me thinks you might go a bit bonkers realizing you're trapped in space, with no way home and you can't rely on the people that got you there because, well, they didn't really know what they were doing in the first place. Did they? Hope you enjoy the Sesh! Don't forget to Share, Like, Subscribe and visit Tots420.com #boeingstarliner #austronautsstuckinspace #stuckinspace #strandedinspace #podcast #comedy #fictionpodcast #comedypodcast #thoughtsoffthestem #humor #entertainment

This week on Thoughts Off The Stem, your friendly neighbourhood potheads, Justin and Tyler play "Would You Rather?". We acquired the help of our good friend Anna, to run the production side of the podcast and help out as host of our silliness. This sesh is all about the good times, giggles and creativity. Having a third person really helped us explore each topic and give some of the most ridiculous analysis possible. Whether it was choosing between walking on our hands, or eating with our feet. To risking it all on the flip of a coin, we had a really good time with this episode. If you're looking for a few laughs and absurd explanations this is where it's at. Get in on the fun and join the sesh. Smoke along, free up some head space and answer with us, as we go through these silly scenarios. Let's see if like Tyler and I, we all share a brain. It was surprising to all of us how similar we are. I mean we always had an idea that we shared the same brain, now I think we're convinced of that fact. Prepare for hilarity and start your weekend off with a few belly laughs! Hope you enjoy the sesh. Don't forget to Subscribe and check out Tots420.com

This week on Thoughts off The Stem, We're talking about the things you should Never do on a first date! If you follow the podcast, you know that I date from time to time. Most dates I've been on involve a discussion of the worst dates we've had. It's an ice breaker. It helps with finding common ground. There's some real weirdo's out there. With all that in mind we decided to give our opinion on some of the weirdest first date encounters, that we found on line. So buckle up for some really amazing first date moments. What we learned is that Dudes are really weird about what we think is attractive to women. We're willing to and say some really offside things in an effort to try and attract the opposite sex. We also learned that, women will put up with a lot to find their sole mate. Dudes can almost do anything wrong and most women will give them at least a second chance. Where as Dudes will put up with very little. In most of the cases in this episode the men left the date as soon as the interaction turned weird. Whether it be an off putting past relationship story, weird behaviour or some kind of outlandish statement. The guys shut the date down immediately. I think that's the biggest difference between the sexes. Women will wait to see. Men feel like they deserve better than they do. Which leads guys saying the most outlandish stuff. Talk about delusional! If you wanna know what the dating pool is like in the era of online dating, this sesh will definitely give you some insight. It might also turn you off of trying to find your significant other. Who know's? I know it'll make you laugh! Hope you Enjoy the Sesh! #dating #firstdate #datingstories #worstdates #comedypodcast #fictionpodcast #comedy #humor #cannabis #dating #cannabispodcast #thoughtsoffthestem

This week on Thoughts Off The Stem Tyler and I are back with our could have been Kind summer fair adventure.  It basically turned into a Tuesday afternoon stoned bus ride/adventure. Sure it wasn't what we expected or planned for, but if you are a fan of the podcast your know that Tyler and I can turn any experience in to a hilariously fun adventure. One thing to note is that we were trying out some new Lavalier microphones on this sesh.  We were hoping the sound quality would be a step up.  I'm not sure if it's my inexperience them or if I just got really cheap ones.  It's most likely the latter.  But the sound did not come out as clear as I was hoping.   I want to take a second to apologize for the poor sound quality on this one.  I thought I could clean it up in post production.  I did my best but it's still not on par with previous episodes.  Even though the beginning is a little rocky it does even out as we settle in to the sesh. Provided you can grind through the opening you're in for a treat.  This sesh is all the giggles and good feels you expect from Thoughts Off The Stem. We've been gone for a bit because life gets in the way some times, but now we're back with a solid sesh full of fun stories and laughter.  So join us, your friendly neighbourhood potheads to start your weekend off right. Hope you enjoy the Sesh! Don't forget to Like, Subscribe and visit Tots420.com #thoughtsoffthestem #podcast #comedy #cannabis #comedypodcast #cannabispodcast #fictionpodcast #talkshow #cannabisreview #cannabisindustry #entertainment #canadianpodcast #guelphpodcast #industrypodcast #education #cannabiscommunity #cannabisculture

This week on Thoughts Off The Stem we're talking about what it's like to manage a pot shop. How to be a good leader and what it takes to be a good manager. Speaking from personal experience and utilizing a couple anecdotes from my work life. I'm diving into the topic of what it takes to be a good manager. The topics and ideas in this podcast aren't just confined to the cannabis industry, but retail and management as a whole. We as managers have to have difficult conversations with team members on a pretty consistent basis. The ability to deliver that information is crucial to the growth of your business. More importantly these concepts help maximize employee retention, while attracting the types of people you want to have as employees. We as executive leaders have an obligation to help nurture that progression. Enhancing talent with a personal touch is probably one of the hardest things to accomplish for any management team. To best achieve a thriving environment, we have to find a balance between the business and personal influence. Step up your management game and join the sesh!! Don't forget to subscribe and check out Tots420.com #podcast #comedy #cannabis #retailmanagement #leadership #comedypodcast #fictionpodcast #entertainment #management #thoughtsoffthestem #thoughtsoffthestempodcast

This week on Thoughts Off The Stem I'm finally getting the chance to try some Maui wowie! This sesh is a bit of an update. We've been gone for a while so it's catch up time. We were supposed to go to the Kind Summer Fair but the weather had different plans so instead we just had a stoned bus adventure. Surprisingly I still had as much fun. We ended up getting routed home in Brampton. My first time there amd definitely not a pace I plan to go back to. It's all kinds of messed up. As messed up was the Trump assassination attempt. I couldn't believe it. From looking for his shoes to that fist pump, imagine what you would do if that was you. Dude that's some realish right there. Since I'm smoking the Maui Wowies I'm reviewing them. I've been wanting to try this strain since Half Baked came out. So it's been a while and well, you'll just have to hear what I have to say. Hope you enjoy the sesh! Don't forget to Subscribe and visit Tots420.com #podcast #comedy #cannabis #fictionpodcast #comedypodcast #entertainment #cannabispodcast #thoughtsoffthestem

This week on Thoughts Off The Stem, I'm trying out Freedom Cannabis' Secret Formula. It's a 28% THC Indica. The Terp profile is solid. If you're looking for a heavy creeper that gives you spins, this might be for you. To counteract the effects of this indica, I'm also smoking Trailblazers, Hustle & Haze pre rolls. They are a 14% THC with another 5% THCV, Sativa. I know it sounds like these are light, however the addition of THCV makes them more potent than what the numbers say. If you're looking for a productive sativa, you'll want to tune in for this review. I thought it would be fun to discuss some of the eye opening scenarios I've had as a first time dog owner. I've put her through 2 fazes of training and she definitely needs the third. However, I have noticed a few little details that, I think most people don't think about when considering getting a dog. I'm also pretty sure these are the types of things you don't notice or think about until you have a dog. Join the sesh, load a bowl, roll a joint, do a dab and lets discuss a few pointers for raising an American Bully. As always there are a few anecdotes peppered through the sesh to better illustrate some of the success's and challenges I've had in learn how to train and raise a puppy that looks like the k9 version of Arnold Schwarzenegger. Hope you enjoy the Sesh! Follow, Like, Subscribe and visit Tots420.com #podcast #comedy #cannabis #comedypodcast #fictionpodcast #indypodcast #cannabispodcast #canadianpodcast #reviews #stories #thoughtsoffthestem

This week on Thoughts Off The Stem. In the Stundenglass is a cured resin from 1964 called Orange juice. A sativa with loads of flavour. This weeks pre rolls are BC Doobies, White Chocolate. Another solid sativa. It has a flavour I can't put my finger on. With Tyler off at band practice. Justin went on a bit of a random rant about the state of society and his perception of the human race's inability to socially interact. Apparently we spend to much time being guarded and withdrawn rather than embracing the human element. Supposedly we've become so reliable on technology that the lines of socially acceptable interaction have become blurred. To the point where we take offence at the attempt for communication and interaction. Any way you get the point. This seshisode is pretty close to a crazy old man, arms raised, neck red, eyes beady, cheeks tight, long winded, hot air blowing, senile, out of touch, grump, ranting about how he doesn't fit into society in his decrepit old age. To be fair he does admit his wrong doing in this hypothesis of humanity. The question really being asked is... Was it really that weird? Hope you enjoy the Sesh! Visit Tots420.com #podcast #comedy #cannabis #comedypodcast #cannabispodcast #lifestylepodcast #fictionpodcast #indiepodcast #thoughtsoffthestem #socialmedia

This week on Thoughts Off The Stem, we figured since we talk about hash enough, it's time we smoke some on the show. So we loaded up the G-pen Connect in the Stundenglass with a nice little ball of hash in an attempt to see how it would smoke. In this sesh we tried out Divvy's Blueberry Hash along with a few pre rolls and some concentrates in the Yocan Pillar. I took a nutropic before the show because I have always wondered if they work and whether or not they would melt my brain. A lot of neurologists do state that the effects of nutropics are no more than the placebo effect. There are a few who recognize that some of the compounds in a nutropics ingredients may provide some neurological health benefits. Kinda funny considering, that in this day and age some doctors are starting to recognize that some of the components that make up cannabis may also provide some health benefits. What I'm saying is, it's kind of funny to me, that we are so hesitant to recognize and accept the capabilities of natural health aids. It's a little sad that our nutrition has basically devolved in to eating edible paste in a multitude of forms. I'm starting to understand why people see the future of humanity as us evolving in to grey alien looking beings with the ability to telepathically communicate. We as a society are so driven by profit that we operate like a Miami coke dealers from the 80's. Lets import the best foods then step on it several times and cut it with whatever will raise profits. Forget what it does to the population. Who care's if customers drop dead or suffer major health issues. They don't know it but they need food pumped full of preservatives, hormones and steroids. This sesh was super fun. Maybe it was the nutropics, maybe it was the weed or maybe it was the mix of the two but my brain was working with a level of focus that I haven't felt in a long time. The conversation seemed to run a little more smoothly. Even though we smoked copious amounts of marijuana I noticed there was no real lull or space outs in the conversation. Placebo effect or not there seemed to be a notable difference in my brains ability to function and stay focused. Doesn't that mean that the Placebo effect may also be a positive health benefit? If your brain thinks it's working better and your body thinks it's function better isn't that actually a good thing? This one was super fun to do. Hope you enjoy the Sesh! Don't forget to visit Tots420.com #lifestyle #fictionpodcast #comedypodcast #cannabispodcast #thoughtsoffthestem #comedy #cannabis #podcast #humor

his week on Thoughts Off The Stem Justin and Tyler are back with another epic Sesh! This weeks sesh focused on balance in smoking experiences as well as life and the paralell that connects the two. We light up a variety of strains through out the sesh, which, of course takes our discussion down a winding road of hillarity. Amazingly we were able to review a wide variety of strains while slipping in stories about pet gorillas, societal interactions, fanny packs, and some how, relating it all back to achieving balance. This sesh was packed with some solid reviews, so take note for your next trip to the dispo. If we did our jobs right you'll get a few chuckles out of this sesh as well. Hope you enjoy the Sesh! Visit Tots420.com New Blogs Weekly #comedy #cannabis #podcast #comedypodcast #cannabispodcast #fictionpodcast #indiepodcast #thoughtsoffthestem

This week on Thoughts Off The Stem, I'm solo. Tyler couldn't make it this week, it's all good though. He'll be back next week. So this week is a bit of catch up. It's also quite the brain fart. I had an idea but i got high. I was trying to talk about the differences in generations and their work ethic, as well as their thought process and beliefs about what work really is. Ultimately i'm pretty sure I sounded like a grumpy old man who can't change with the times. There is some good stuff in there it's just between all the pauses and forgetting where I was going and what I was doing. If nothing else this should be a good laugh and a good depiction of what a sativa that changes your world, is like. There is a point where I pull it together a little bit. I also review a couple strains and discuss the idea of flavour. For example, when people ask me if there is anything that tastes like a specific thing, such as cherries, in flower. Well not really. Weed tastes like weed man. With maybe a hint of some sort of flavour, but that's far and few between. The first half is a little slow but again it really does do a good job of depicting the start of the high from that massive bong hit. The space out that comes with the initial hit, followed by the inability to keep track of the conversation. I blame the bong man, it really messed me up this time. I hope you enjoy this ramble of Seshisode! visit Tots420.com for weekly blog posts on all things cannabis #comedy #cannabis #podcast #comedypodcast #fictionpodcast #indiepodcast #cannabispodcast #thoughtsoffthestem #cannabisculture

Seshisode 134 This week on Thoughts Off The Stem... Justin and Tyler are sampling the Guava Lime Go-Time Thcv 510 vape cart from ShredX. While discussing what makes a good Budtender/Employee. The cannabis industry in Canada is still in it's infancy. It is our opinion that as Budtenders we have an obligation to represent cannabis in a more professional way. We really try to impart the idea that, even though the environment we have cultivated is relaxed and laid back. We are the educators of cannabis products for a lot of people. So we need to shed the stereotypical stoner cliche and deliver a cohearent understanding of a wide variety of cannabis products. As much as we've dumped on crusty customers. There is a flip side to that and it's crusty employee's. Budtenders need to be welcoming and knowledgable in order to discard the negative stigma that still lingers around cannabis. It starts with product knowledge and customer service. Greeting customers at the door with a welcoming and upbeat attitude is the first step in creating trust and customer base who know your shop is there spot. We understand that there are to many Budtenders out there that are lacking knowledge or are only in it for the discount. It is our top priority to hire people that compliment each others skills and show a genuine interest in the products we sell. The culture we've created at work promotes an uplifting and joyful experience that really compliments the business. So we thought it could help others if we talked about how we manage an over achieving successful cannabis retail shop. As well as, what we look for in and expect of, our employees/Budtenders. As always, we do it with humor, knowledge and comically derailed conversations. Hope you enjoy the Sesh!

Seshisode 133 This week on Thoughts Off The Stem Tyler and I are back, talking about our top 5 stoner movies. Reviewing a brand new, 3 gram, diamond infused blunt from Kronic and doing a few flips of the Stundenglass. To start the show we're smoking Cherry AK live resin from Terra Labs. This is one of Tyler's favourites. It's an amazing hybrid with a calm, relaxing vibe and a smooth, light flavor. We got our hands on a brand new blunt! Well brand new to us. We decided this sesh would be the perfect opportunity to try them out for the first time. So buckle up for our Top 5 Stoner Movies and a review of, the "Authentic Diamond Infused Blunt" by Kronic. To keep it classy. When we finished our 3 gram blunts (like I mean, we each had a 3 gram diamond infused blunt. After taking a couple flips from the Stundenglass, man. That's a lot of weed to smoke during a podcast. We should seriously get props for this I think). Any way... We broke out our pipes. These DL Pulsar 510 vape cart pipes are incredible. The battery lasts for ever. They look awesome, they conceal your cart completely and give an amazing hit. I decided to try out the new ShredX Guava Lime Go-Time Cart and of course we reviewed that too. If you're a sativa lover or a social smoker, you'll want to check it out. We're your Friendly Neighbourhood Potheads, man. If there is one thing we know, it's how to create a vibe and have a proper smoke sesh. We do the best reviews of canadian cannabis. So subscribe to Thoughts Off The Stem and Join the Sesh every Friday at 420pm est.

This week on Thoughts Off The Stem we're talking about the fact that the Ontario Cannabis Store has a 500 million dollar stock pile of cash. What's concerning about this is, that when marijuana was legalized for recreational consumption, part of the deal was that in Ontario the OCS would give back a portion to the government in order to help fund government and city services in Ontario. Meaning that there could be an influx of cash injected into Ontarios economic infrastructure, education system and our healthcare system. These are just a few of the areas we badly need a financial boost. As a country and as a province we are all struggling financially to keep up with an astonishingly rapid rate of inflation, unaffordable housing along with the inability to put an acceptable and filling amount of food on our tables. This government clearly doesn't care about anything but their pockets and we shouldn't be ok with that. This is just my opinion obviously but it would be really hard for anyone out there to convince me otherwise at this point. How, as leaders of anything can you have huge all encompassing financial burden, spread thick across your population and do nothing with a 500 million dollar surplus? You made this available to yourself when writing legislation during the legalization of a new industry, that you knew would potentially put mass amounts of funds back into the infrastructure of the province. Our current government seemingly doesn't care to fix the mess it's made unless it benefits individual members of congress. Our current administration has given us a full middle finger salute by ineffectively managing the province and the country. The fact that they are willing to leave 500 million dollars in a bank account while our education, healthcare and food sectors are falling deeper into financial ruin, screams they don't care about alleviating the financial burden they imposed on Canadian citizens. I didn't realize how much this mattered or angered me until I read an article on mjbiz.com that outlined exactly what's going on with this 500 million dollar surplus. It's aggravating and baffling that giving that surplus back was built into the structure of legalized cannabis in Ontario and not one politician has come to their senses enough to ask for what is theirs/ours. Mean while a bag of apples now cost $8.99. Our government is clearly a joke at this point. A college kid out on their own for the first time can do a better job of budgeting than these clowns. Hope you enjoy the Sesh! Don't forget to Subscribe and visit Tots420.com

This week on Thoughts Off The Ste, I got glasses. That's right! It's official I'm old. For those that don't need glasses. You really don't know what you can't see until you can see. I know someone can relate to this. Now that I can see clearly. Lets talk about what makes a good producer. It isn't about who's got the best font or most noticeable packaging. It's not about how much shelf space you can get. Definitely don't dress it up with gimmicks. We're potheads, not dummies. We'll notice after our first sesh. It's really about knowing and understanding your limitations. This week I've got the perfect example of a product from a company that tried way to hard and crumbled during the review. So I'm giving you the first bad review in Thoughts Off The Stem history. It's bad. Really Bad. So is our elderly population man. They are getting resentful, self-centered and down right disrespectful. I thought we were supposed to learn from our elders. Not get berated by them. Some of these people really took the "I put my time in" statement to heart. I've noticed an up swing of rude behaviour coming from a generation we're supposed to look up to and quite frankly they should know better. Hope you Enjoy the Sesh! Don't forge to visit Tots420.com

Seshisode 130 This week on Thoughts Off The Stem, Tyler and I continue testing the THCV pre rolls, keep taking turns flipping the Stundenglass and we try out a new product. The Pulsar DL 510 vape battery that looks like a Pipe. Between tokes and clouds we talk about the origin of humanity, how the earth was potentially populated and what the big bang may have really been. University was an awesome time and it really does allow people to explore their sexuality, personality and ambitions. maybe just don't wear that see through top to the pot shop. I'm pretty sure you don't the 42 yr old dude drooling over your lady bits. or maybe you do. I don't know. Hope you enjoy the Sesh! Don't forget to subscribe and visit Tots420.com