Understanding CBD with Max and Steven as heard on WCBM Radio

Special Guest: Dietary supplements and CBD for your pet? You betcha! In this heartfelt episode, Max & Steven are joined by none other than Bill Bookout, President & Board Chairman for the National Animal Supplement Council. Bill offers a well rounded perspective on the pet supplement industry as both a loving pet owner and a professional working at the tip of the spear in the world of regulations regarding the pet supplement category at both a federal and state level. Bill's expertise is invaluable, as are his answers to our listener's questions. Doc G's Corner: Doctor Benjamin Gonzalez from Atlantis Medical Wellness Center in Silver Spring Maryland shares his “Top 5 Tips for Healthy Aging” and maintaining your highest quality of life. Listen to learn how to prevent disease, maximize your health according to your DNA and live your life to the fullest. Plus: Mrs. Mailsack, Vicci Sobol, joins Max & Steven on this episode to make some very special announcements from the show's sponsors: Max & Steven's Premium Hemp Extracts. You'll just have to tune in to find out!

Special Guest: The study of medical cannabis now has its own graduate program at the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy. The first of its kind, this specialized 30 credit program offers a master's degree in Cannabis Science and Therapeutics. Dr. Leah Sera, PharmD, MA, BCPS, is the program director. She joins Max & Steven to share her insights on the mission and vision behind the program's creation and explains some of the challenges encountered along the way. A friend of the show and a recent graduate of the program, Jacquie Cohen Roth, calls to share her testimonial of the program and its tremendous impact on her businesses. Doc G's Corner: Diabetes is the #7 killer in the U.S. and contributes directly to many other leading causes of death. Dr. Benjamin Gonzales, MD talks about how he helps his patients get the diabetes monkey off their back through his understanding of the endocannabinoid system and offers 4 easy steps to get started with a full spectrum hemp extract today. Listen and learn.

Special Guest: Joy Beckerman, a living legend in the world of cannabis, is Max & Steven's special guest. Joy has spent the last 30 years enjoying, sharing, and advocating for the plant that she believes has the power and promise to repair the world. She takes us on a journey through time to better understand how we got to where we are and offers a vision for the future. Joy also answers a few listener questions. Be prepared to run out and buy yourself some hemp because Joy certainly makes a strong case for it!

Special Guest: Ending federal cannabis prohibition is the topic Max & Steven tackle and Morgan Fox of the National Cannabis Industry Association is just the right guy to bring us the information we need from the front lines. Morgan has dedicated 13 years lobbying for both state and federal cannabis law reform. From economic opportunity to healing the history of racial inequality, Morgan shares the inside scoop on many of the industry's policy issues which must be tackled by the current administration. He offers his perspective on the hot topics around cannabis descheduling as well as legalization opportunities on the horizon. Doc G's Corner: Doctor Benjamin Gonzalez from Atlantis Medical Wellness Center talks about how prohibition of the cannabis plant has impacted research needed to move the industry forward. Plus, he answers a few more questions from Max & Steven on this special Doc G's corner.

Special Guest: Hemp foods is the topic of this episode so Max & Steven step in as the "special guests" because their main guest has a last minute emergency. The guys creatively weave in a hemp foods trivia question, “What is the difference between hemp oil and CBD oil?” Listeners come to the rescue with answers and are rewarded with a Max & Steven's CBD Roll-On! Also, our very own Doc G. jumps in early to answer some listener questions. Doc G's Corner: Doctor Benjamin Gonzalez from Atlantis Medical Wellness Center talks about the powerful combination of hemp foods, CBD and how your body's own cannabinoid system responds to these synergistic relationships. He also answers a must-hear listener question about arthritis and CBD. Plus: Kehrt Rehyer from HempToday.net joins Max & Steven to update us on some top issues in the world of hemp. He discusses the challenges with state regulators in California and shares some news from the FDA that will require action from the US Congress to move CBD forward. Listen in for the details!

Special Guest: Dr. Stacey Kargman, board certified Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine and a Diplomate of Acupuncture, joins Max and Steven on this episode of Understanding CBD to shed light on how CBD is complementary to her “5 R” approach to healing digestive issues. She explains the connection between leaky gut and both the physical and emotional signs and symptoms of gastrointestinal distress. Dr. Kargman offers reassurance that there are solutions for healing leaky gut and shares some insight on how to identify whether your poops are healthy. Plus: This week on “Meet the Farmer”, we are joined by Katharine Dubansky from Backbone Farm in Garrett County, Maryland. She shares her opinion on a recent article appearing on HempToday.net urging Maryland farmers to hold off on growing hemp for the time being. Listen to find out if she agrees!

Special Guest: Max & Steven talk to Eric Hurlock, host and producer of The Lancaster Farming Industrial Hemp Podcast, an offshoot of the Lancaster Farming Newspaper, which has been the premiere source of agricultural news for generations. Eric is fresh off his 6-week American Hemp Road Trip, which he took with his wife and 2 kids, to share and highlight the benefits of hemp as an industrial crop which has the potential to help solve some of the biggest problems globally. Eric shares his stories from the road and offers critical insights into what it's going to take to move the hemp grain and fiber industry forward. Plus, he speaks candidly about why he has a bone to pick with the CBD market. Listen to learn more. Doc G's Corner: Dr. Benjamin Gonzalez joins Max & Steven to answer a few questions and clear up the confusion about turning non-intoxicating HEMP CBD into the intoxicating Delta 8 THC. Fascinating information from Doc G.!

Special Guest: Recorded live on National CBD Day, Naturopathic Physician Dr. Aimée Gould Shunney returns to brilliantly and simply remind us why CBD belongs on everyone's personal list of daily supplements and explains what an absolute game changer it is for dealing with stress. She delves into how stress is perceived by the brain and creates a cascade of chemical reactions in the body in response. She exposes where this process can break down or wear out and the role CBD plays in bringing your endocannabinoid system back to proper tone and balance. Plus: Max & Steven share some exciting announcements about new media partner relationships Understanding CBD has formed. One is with Hemptoday.net and the other is with the Cannabis Science Conference. Listen to hear about exclusive listener savings.

Special Guest: Susan Leopold, PhD, ethnobotanist, executive director at United Plant Savers and children's book author, joins Max & Steven to talk about medicinal plants and their endangered status. She also talks about how cannabis fits into the medicinal plant space. Susan is passionate about preserving and sustaining tribal traditions and knowledge pertaining to the power of plants for healing people and the planet. Plus: This week's “cannabis investments” segment features Stuart Berman of Blve Zipper, an apparel wear with a purpose company. He aims to create environmentally friendly and sustainable clothing from fabrics that are free of harmful materials. Stuart's “fabric with benefits” eco-chic yoga pants are available for presale on his website and he's looking for investors. Listen to find out more!

Special Guest: Stormy Simon is our special guest this week on Understanding CBD. She made herself famous by helping to drive Overstock.com from a 20 million dollar company to a 2 billion dollar e-commerce powerhouse during her 15 year tenure. In 2016, Stormy resigned from her position as president to pursue an entry-level position in the cannabis industry. Listen to learn what it was like for Stormy along the way and why she made the decisions she did. Plus: This week's “cannabis investments” segment features Robert Ziner, MBA. He is the founder and CEO of CIHC (Canadian Industrial Hemp Corporation). Robert is combining his experience in automation and AI to build a sustainable hemp processing business that promises good paying jobs and opportunities for many.

Special Guest: This episode of UnderstandingCBD Max and Steven interview Suzanne Wainwright-Evans, a horticultural entomologist specializing in integrated pest management. Suzanne shares her passion for bugs and how to effectively use the tools available to benefit plants, bugs, people and the environment. Listen to a fascinating discussion about bugs eating bugs and bug reproduction that will blow your mind. Doc G's Corner: Dr. Ben Gonzalez sparks a relevant discussion about the impact of environmental hazards on quality of life. Listen and learn about preventing chronic illness and increasing longevity through lifestyle choices as simple as eating organic fruits and vegetables and supplementing with full spectrum CBD oil to help reduce inflammation in the body.

Special Guest: Pamela Hadfield, a successful entrepreneur in the cannabis industry with her company, HelloMD, joins Max & Steven to share how CBD has helped her. She's also the founder of Eastra Health, the world's first female-focused biotech company dedicated to developing psychedelic-derived medicines for women's health concerns. Pamela kicks off our new segment, Cannabis Investments. She shares information about investing in her company. Wellness Tip: Laughter is the best medicine! Plus: Max & Steven are launching a roll-on.

Special Guest: Janine Morigeau, a tarot card reader, accomplished astrologer and a spiritual life coach, joins Max & Steven for a fun and lighthearted Independence Day episode! Listen as Janine performs live tarot card readings for our audience members and enjoy as Max & Steven get in on the fun with questions of their own!

Special Guest: “How to do the Pot” podcast host, Ellen Lee Scanlon, joins Max & Steven to discuss women's health and cannabis. Ellen's mission is to educate and give practical advice to women seeking to understand the benefits of cannabis. Her podcast takes a modern approach to demystifying the plant, exploring its medical benefits, and empowering women to be more confident consumers of cannabis. Doc G’s Corner: Gender bias in medicine exists today despite our modern medical system being the most advanced in the world. Women continue to be overlooked, understudied, ignored or treated like “little men” despite differences in physiology, hormones, liver function, reproductive health, and responses to prescription drugs and supplements such as CBD. Dr. Ben Gonzales encourages women to advocate for themselves in general and specifically in regards to medical treatments and when choosing a physician. Plus: Walman's words of Wisdom…Working on your listening skills and becoming a more active listener can improve every area of your life. Mail sack…Scott J. gives his feedback on the benefits of using CBD. From aches and pains dissipating to gastrointestinal issues, anxiety, skin conditions and sleep improving, Scott is thrilled with his results.

Special Guest: Dr. Joyce Harman, naturopathic horse veterinarian joins Max & Steven to talk about hemp CBD and horses. From acupuncture, herbs, hemp seed and flowers to CBD oil and beyond, Dr. Harman explains the various modalities for treating conditions in horses and explains the role of the endocannabinoid system in horses (and humans) in healing various conditions. From improving quality of life and aging gracefully to being an excellent source of non-gmo nutrition, CBD and hemp is the closest thing to a magic bullet, according to Dr. Harman. Wellness Tip: Stretch your muscles every day! Daily stretching improves circulation, range of motion, and keeps you healthy! Plus: The NFL is donating a total of 1 million dollars to CBD research to explore alternative methods of pain management.

Special Guest: Hemp CBD product manufacturing is Barry Pritchard's area of expertise. How did an Analytical Chemist get into formulating everything from face creams to CBD tinctures? Listen and learn as Max & Steven interview the man who works with farmers, hemp brands, and retailers to create products that bring the healing power of hemp and CBD to the people. Doc G's Corner: Dr. Ben Gonzalez talks about aging gracefully and the role of CBD in minimizing oxidative stress. A healthy diet and lifestyle, supplementing your diet with CBD oil- a powerful antioxidant- meditating daily and drinking plenty of clean water can allow us to slow the aging process and increase quality of life. CBD is a powerful antioxidant shown to maintain balance in the body and is a powerful anti-aging tool. Plus: Walman’s Words of Wisdom: Water is critical to maintaining health and well being. Drinking the appropriate amount of clean, pure water keeps the body running properly and can even improve your mood. Remember- if you feel thirsty, you're already dehydrated. So drink water throughout the day.

Special Guest: Dr. Earl Mindell, international best-selling author of over 60 books including The New Vitamin Bible and Healing With Hemp CBD Oil joins Max & Steven on Understanding CBD to talk all things nutrition, vitamins, supplements, CBD and healthy living. Dr. Mindell shares his expertise on the role of supplements, including CBD, in healing, longevity, stress management, improved sleep and general wellness. He also discusses CBD for dogs, which he wrote the book on! Listen and learn! Doc G's Corner: Dr. Ben Gonzalez reflects on stress, anxiety, the effects of the pandemic on health care and how people responded to the pressures of life during this time. He reminds us to take care of our health, deal with our anxiety and other conditions in a positive manner- including using CBD to heal inflammation in every manifestation. Plus: Walman's words of Wisdom…practice preventative maintenance. Mail sack…happy man loves Max & Steven's Hemp CBD Oil for its high quality, efficacy, easy to understand 3rd party lab reports and excellent customer service.

Special Guest: Is there a holistic, non-traditional approach for cancer treatment that works? Rebecca Mooshi shares her personal story of seeking alternative options when her breast cancer recurred, including a foray into DIY FECO (Fully Extracted Cannabis Oil). Rebecca discovered improved quality of life through better sleep and appetite, which supported her healing process, and began to share her FECO with her community in an effort to support others on their path. Doc G's Corner: Dr. Ben Gonzalez retells the history of cannabis, politics and medicine in the US and makes a plea to legislators to break down the barriers to cannabis and CBD clinical trials and research. Plus: in mail sack, a success story from a Max and Steven's Premium Hemp Extracts user experiencing improved sleep as a result of using CBD oil.

Special Guest: Dr. Allen Williams, a 6th generation family farmer, founder of understandingag.com, professor, researcher, speaker, and regenerative farming expert talks to us about farming, soil quality, how our food and health is affected and what the future holds. Doc G's Corner: Dr. Ben Gonzalez on the obesity epidemic, food addiction, cravings and how CBD is helpful in making good food choices and supporting a healthy lifestyle. Plus: Hemp oil vs cbd oil; how to determine potency; and how to dose cbd for anxiety and/or seizures in pets.

CBD, mindset, decision making, manifesting your dreams? What's the secret? The secret is the law of attraction. Creating your own reality through yourself and working towards your personal transformation. We are joined by Bob Doyle, transformation expert, guide and coach- best known for his contributions to the movie and book, “The Secret”. Bob explains the journey. We learn about neuroplasticity and rewiring the brain to create change. Rather than looking at transformation as a mystical process, Bob explains the practical approach- how our thoughts, words and actions impact our brains and our actions. We learn about self-awareness, presence and action. Bob digs into personal growth and what's required to achieve it. Find your “why” and move forward with consistency to achieve all your goals and dreams is one of the messages Bob shares. Be sure to listen and learn. Dr. Ben Gonzales joins Max and Steven to discuss the endocannabinoid system and healing. He breaks down the science and talks about the results of using cbd for healing in the long-term and the positive outcomes such as improved neuroplasticity, healthy aging and overall brain health. Hemp farmer, honey maker and local farmer, Jeffrey Brooks joins Max and Steven to talk all things honey. He shares his expertise and knowledge of the healing benefits of honey, particularly his organic, local cbd honey. Jeffrey has personally created the best possible and most lush environment for raising his bees so that they can in turn make the richest honey possible.

Anxiety, stress, insomnia, motherhood…and cbd? Moms can use a little help these days- the usual stressors have only been amplified during pandemic times. How's a mom to cope? And how can one go from coping to thriving? We are joined by Dr. Aimée Gould Shunney, a naturopathic doctor who includes cbd in her holistic approach to healing. With 20 years of experience as a practitioner, Dr. Shunney is well versed in the health and wellness challenges that her patients experience. She shares her expertise, insights and solutions- including the role of cbd in her approach to managing various conditions in women, pregnant moms, children and people of every kind. Using cbd along with diet, exercise, lifestyle, meditation and grounding in nature, she has found that cbd feeds our endocannabinoid system which helps manage stress response. Cbd supports healthy sleep, regulates moods and improves general health. Dr. Shunney shares how her patients have benefited from cbd on their journeys to better health, calling it a “game changer” for her patients. After personally experimenting with cbd for insomnia and achieving results, she began to recommend it to her patients. Now, Dr. Shunney is considered an expert in cbd. She recommends cbd for conditions such as anxiety, depression, insomnia, pain, inflammation, chronic illness and neurological disorders. With few downsides to cbd, she feels like it's a safe and effective approach for most people. Mailsack is extra special today with updates from our chiropractor friends- news about topicals, cbd for pets and a preview of potential new products from Max and Steven.

CBD, women's health and sharing her personal journey of natural healing are Suzy Ohannessian's passions and mission. Suzy joins Max and Steven to talk about her experiences suffering from uterine fibroids which led to her discovery of CBD as an effective solution. Using CBD oil sublingually not only helped shrink her fibroids but also made some of them disappear (undetectable via ultrasound), much to the surprise of her doctors who were not exactly supportive of Suzy's alternative approach. However, Suzy not only found relief, she found her voice as an advocate for women struggling with uterine fibroids and other health issues. Suzy, a lifelong dancer, also noticed that her consistent use of CBD alleviated the aches and pains that she had come to accept as “normal” wear and tear on her body. Suzy now gives talks about women's health, cbd and cannabis all over the world, on Clubhouse and of course- on Understanding CBD with Max & Steven. We also get a special Maryland Legislative update from Luke Jones and talk about some special people during our Mail Sack segment.

Did you grow up dreaming about a career in the cannabis business? Well, it's a growing industry with many opportunities for those who are interested in following a dream or are looking for a career change. From the history of cannabis to its unlimited potential, Professor Shad Ewart explains his course at Anne Arundel Community College. His students study various aspects of cannabis~ learning through research projects, interviewing medical patients and from experts in the field. They explore topics ranging from social equity, opportunities for entrepreneurs and the burgeoning cannabis sector in general. From teaching to networking, Shad is a thought leader, cannabis expert and master teacher offering his students endless opportunities to learn and grow. Doc G tells a story about his dad's journey through life, his battle with kidney disease and struggle with severe pain towards the end. We hear a personal story about how CBD was helpful in easing pain. Mailsack's story was about a new customer who sought out Max & Steven for their advice.

Mechanical engineer Darwin Millard, AKA the “Spock of Cannabis” joins Max and Steven to dive deep into consumer safety in the cannabis industry. Darwin explains how cannabis is currently regulated from growth to finished product. We learn about the ASTM International standards committee for cannabis standards- known as D37. The committee was created to insure product quality for public health and safety. Darwin shares his deep knowledge and explains what consumers should look for when buying cbd products. He even breaks down common but confusing cbd terminology. If you've ever wanted to know the difference between full spectrum, broad spectrum and isolate or wondered about cannabinoids, terpenes and phytochemicals or asked yourself if hemp seeds are the same as hemp cbd oil, this is the episode for you. In Doc G's corner, Dr. Ben Gonzalez tackles the topic of functional medicine, how the body's systems all work together and the concept of healing disease via the endocannabinoid system rather than continuously medicating one condition in isolation from other diseases concurrently existing in the body. The latter approach results in patients finding themselves on multiple prescriptions while still being sick. He explains the power of our endocannabinoid receptors for harnessing the healing benefits of cbd oil for holistic, multi-systemic healing and improving overall health by feeding the endocannabinoid system which for most people is deficient. And in the mail sack section, we hear from a customer in Colorado who was curious about cbd for pain. He asks about drug testing, topical and sublingual use of cbd oil and asks about how to assure product quality. Be sure to listen to learn more!

CBD for pets- yes, for pets! Pets have endocannabinoid systems just like people and happen to have some of the same issues…aches and pains, anxiety, arthritis, joint issues, tooth pain. Basically, pets are just like us and cbd helps them just like it helps people. We talk all things pets with Kate Pika from the Baltimore Humane Society. She shares her personal story and her passion for pets. Kate sheds light on all the services the Humane Society offers and details the processes of various services. From pet adoption to finding a home for pets that need to be re-housed- Kate tells all. Also, we get updates on volunteer opportunities at the Baltimore Humane Society. You can check out bmorehumane.com to learn more. In Doc G's corner, we hear about 2 patients who are dealing with addictive behaviors but only one tried cbd. We hear about outcomes from both patients- a must listen if you've ever wondered if cbd is truly an effective tool in treating addictive behaviors ranging from smoking, eating unhealthy foods, or whatever you may be struggling with. The Mail Sack segment includes news about Shorty Rossi's dog rescue and we hear from our friend Frank who shares how cbd works to help his granddaughter feel calm. Cbd for pets and people, people and pets.

CBD for sleep, anxiety, weight management, headaches, arthritis, working out, gut health… Is CBD the cure for everything? No. Is it a tool in the toolbox for better health? Yes. Dr. Ben González joins Max and Steven for a Q&A session to answer all the questions including his insights on how physicians view CBD as a treatment modality and the current views and opinions about CBD by the medical establishment. Doc G explains the evidence based research surrounding the adjunct functions of CBD in supporting healing. He takes questions, gives advice and shares some pro-tips for using cbd topically to assist in treating skin conditions ranging from pimples to rashes to burns. Doc G answers questions from callers about treating chronic pain, using cbd with other natural herbs and explains how cbd interacts with the endocannabinoid system to bring calm and equilibrium to the body. From headaches to joint pain and everything in between, Doc G shares his expertise with our listeners.

Addiction, recovery and CBD. Jaanine Smith, Recovery Expert and Coach, joins Max and Steven to talk about her journey through recovery, what led her to become a recovery coach and how she uses her experiences and perspective to help others through their own personal journeys to recovery from drugs and alcohol. Jaanine shares her insights on addictive behaviors, the effects of addiction on individuals and families as well her views on how recovery is different from sobriety. She tells of gaining increased quality of life when letting go of addiction and of the gratitude she feels in her daily life. Jaanine's genuine and open personality shines through as she opens up about her past, the present and her future outlook. Dr. Ben Gonzalez takes the baton from Jaanine to explain the medical perspective on addiction. He explains that addiction is not a moral shortcoming but rather a disease with neurological and psychological attributes. He explains how CBD can help soothe the anxiety that triggers addictive behaviors. A body and mind in balance is one on the path to healing. In the mailsack segment, we hear from Stacy, a woman struggling with stress-induced insomnia whose doctor prescribed a medication she'd prefer not to take. Max and Steven talk about CBD for sleep and how to support transitioning through challenging issues which may cause insomnia or other physiological problems.

Inspired by her belief in holistic healing, Melony Burman, encountered a treasure trove of benefits in the cannabis plant when she began her personal quest for natural solutions. Not only did she discover a natural medicine to heal her injuries, Melony found her artistic creativity sparked. She eventually embarked upon a career which allows her to advise and educate others on the potential of cannabis to improve their lives. Melony is the General Manager at Storehouse Dispensary in Baltimore. She is positively passionate about providing patients with every imaginable option and tool for healing with cannabis in all its forms, from flower to lotion to cbd products. It's her goal to help each patient find exactly what works best for them. Guiding patients through the process with personalized attention, empathy and understanding, Melony is the go-to expert in the world of cannabis- for people and pets! She shares her insights, vast experience and lots of excellent advice. In our Mailsack segment, cbd gummies versus cbd oil used sublingually- how do you know what's best?

Holistic veterinary medicine may be new to most of us but it's actually been in existence for well over 200 years and is beginning to grow in popularity as Americans are exploring natural ways of healing their pets. We are joined by Dr. Ramelmeier, a practitioner of Holistic veterinary medicine in Baltimore. She shares her journey from traditional veterinary medicine to homeopathic veterinary medicine and takes questions from the audience about a range of topics. She explains how and why a natural approach is beneficial and when a traditional approach may be needed. Dr. R. talks CBD and pets- when to try and how to determine the best path towards healing. Dr. Ben Gonzales enlightened us on the relationship between CBD and weight loss. He explains the effects of CBD on brain receptors that balance appetite, hormones, metabolism and gut health. A high quality CBD can improve gut health, decrease appetite and improve metabolic issues like diabetes and hypertension. CBD is an excellent part of metabolic repair programs. Listen carefully as Doc G. delves into the science and explains the benefits of CBD for your health. In the mail sack section Max and Steven answer questions from listeners, share a story from a customer who's experienced hip pain relief and is using CBD for managing high blood pressure. CBD is complementary to an overall plan for reducing stress, anxiety and managing overall wellness.

Women in cannaBIZ… In honor of International Women's Month, we are bringing you in-depth interviews with women trailblazers in the cannabis industry. We are joined by Venus Hemachandra, a Maryland dispensary owner this week to discuss all aspects of the business, the plant and of course CBD. Venus talks terpenes, cannabinoids and how CBD is not only complimentary to THC but also an effective and powerful tool in the treatment of many conditions from anxiety to aches and pains. She also explains the benefits of using a full spectrum CBD oil for the entourage effect. In Doc G's corner, Dr. Ben González talks about a topic of interest for many of us- supplements. How do you know what to take and what about supplementing with CBD? He shares the latest research demonstrating that CBD aids in muscle recovery post exercise and is a powerful antioxidant as well as a source of omegas. In the Mailsack segment, catch up with Max & Steven as they discuss the hot topics of the week, customer questions and more!

Tapping into your energetic body, getting in touch with yourself, finding your vibe… whatever you call it, it's a practice that allows people to connect with the world at large and within. Mary Miller joins Max and Steven to share her expertise in energy healing, the energetic properties of cbd and natural healing processes. She guides the audience through a meditation and takes questions from callers. Doc G. shares his perspective on anxiety among young adults and kids during the current challenging times. He explains how a properly sourced, full spectrum cbd can be helpful. And in Mailsack, Max and Steven share some fantastic stories- including an update from Shorty Rossi.

MC Bravado joins Max and Steven to talk all things CBD, his personal growth journey from an anxious young man to a confident educator, singer/songwriter and cat dad. MC Bravado shares his compelling and inspirational personal story of overcoming fears, beating alcohol dependence and how he motivated and inspired his students to break barriers and achieve their own successes. We also hear from Dr. R., a holistic veterinarian with over 30 years of experience about how cats and dogs can be treated for various conditions with CBD. In Doc G's corner, Dr. Ben Gonzales explains how a full spectrum CBD oil can treat IBS in people and pets as well as the connection between anxiety and gut health. All in all, a highly informative and fun episode of Understanding CBD!

Love, romance, fun and CBD. Max and Steven are joined by Janelle Lassalle, writer, researcher, adventurer and CBD expert to talk all things relationships and how the endocannabinoid system is connected to every aspect of our lives- sex included. Doc G. shares his medical expertise on the subject of CBD and sexual health, holistic healing properties of CBD and more. During everyone's favorite segment, Mail Sack, we learned about how CBD and lifestyle choices can alleviate insomnia by fostering homeostasis in the body.

The dynamic and always informative Jacquie Cohen Roth joins us on Understanding CBD to talk all things cannabis in Maryland. From current legislative issues to cbd and drug interaction to upcoming cannabis industry events and how social justice and equity are prioritized in the industry- Jacquie has the inside scoop. In Doc G's corner, we tackle vaping cbd – is it safe? CBD vs THC- Doc G. explains the differences and how they affect the endocannabinoid system. CBD doesn't cause a “high”, it causes healing. Doc G. gives us the scientific evidence to support how a high quality CBD oil can heal the body. Listen and learn from the experts!

Today, Ajay Sharma RPh, MBA, a local pharmacist based in Silver Spring joins us on Understanding CBD with Max and Steven to explain how cbd, a plant-based medicine works in relation to pharmaceutical products. He talks about drug interactions and how cbd impacts patients. He also explains how topical and sublingual absorption of cbd vary and when to choose one versus the other. On Dr. G's corner, we learn about the legality of cbd and what that means to consumers.

Chronic pain, anxiety, inflammation, sexual dysfunction, immunity, migraines- can cbd help? Yes- our very own Dr. Ben González takes questions from listeners and explains how cbd and the endocannabinoid system work synergistically to ease symptoms and provide relief for various conditions, the natural way. Also- he explains what integrative and functional medicine is and how it facilitates health and wellness through a holistic and proactive approach. We also hear from Mary Miller, an energy healer, on how our energetic bodies exist, communicate and can be healed through various modalities. Listen in on this fast paced and informative episode.

Now that we have your attention, we didn't mean free as in no cost. We mean free as in liberated. Listen to our guest Luke Jones talk about legislative updates regarding liberating marijuana from nearly a hundred years of prohibition. Luke has 30 years of experience fighting the good fight, in the trenches, advising the government on environmental and public affairs and working to free cannabis from the stigmas attached to it. He brings us his perspectives on how people can make their collective voices heard to bring cannabis out of the age of darkness and into the light. We also hear from Kevin Atticks from Hempmaryland.org regarding 2 farm bills in Maryland. Listen, learn and act. Your voice matters.

Industry thought leader, Jacquie Cohen Roth, proprietor of CannabizMD and Tea Pad joined Max & Steven to talk about her passion for educating physicians about medical cannabis and the endocannabinoid system. 97% of medical schools don't even teach about this system which plays a role in every bodily function, making us feel lucky to have Jacquie in our midst to enlighten us all. And Dr. G shares his advice for how to break negative cycles by making healthier and more positive day to day choices. He explains how CBD helps manage stress, anxiety and depression and works to improve your overall health. Listen until the very end for the best “Mailsack” EVER!

On this week's episode of Understanding CBD, listen to Max & Steven open up about their thoughts on new year's traditions around the world, resolution and goal setting in 2021 and how to navigate the oftentimes confusing cbd product landscape. Max and Steven talk to Dr. G about all of this plus the magic of how terpenes interact with other molecules in your gut microbiome. Basically, the way you get your cbd matters. And once again, a full spectrum cbd oil is the answer to the question of, “What's best?”

Hoʻoponopono…try saying that 10 times in a row! On this episode of Understanding CBD, Max and Steven share their thoughts and experiences with this ancient Hawaiian conflict resolution process and show us how resolving issues from a place of humility, gratitude and love can bring us closer to our true selves and improve our relationships and well being. What does that have to do with cbd you may ask? Well, this week's special guest, Rebecca Spain, explains. Rebecca is a health and wellness expert, a hemp advocate, and is trained in Hoʻoponopono mediation. Listen to her connect the dots between self-awareness, self-healing and using tools such as cbd and Hoʻoponopono to cultivate greater health and happiness. If that weren't enough food for thought, we also have the privilege of hearing from the one and only Doc G. (Dr. Ben Gonzalez) on a topic that is rarely discussed openly and honestly- physician and patient relationships and the insurance industry. After you hear Doc G.'s honest and thoughtful expression of the realities doctors battle in an effort to serve their patients ethically and in the spirit of promoting a patient's best interests, you'll wish Doc G. or someone just like him was your doctor. Still reading? You should be listening to the show already!

With an average of 22 veteran suicide's a day, our conversation with Steve Ellmore about the over-prescription of drugs to veterans is long overdue. Listen in as we talk to Steve Ellmore about his first feature-length documentary. Producer, director, and military veteran Steve Ellmore chronicles the lives of fellow veterans, spouses, and family members coping with war-related trauma and the loss of loved ones to suicide brought on by the over-prescription of pharmaceuticals. We also discuss the positive impacts that CBD has had on veterans and their ongoing fight with ailments.

A study shows that 85 million homes have pets in America. With that statistic in mind, countless pets also deal with anxiety, separation issues, and general health complications. These are a few of the many ailments that our guest, Shorty Rossi, sees at the shelters he helps out with, including the dogs he owns. Shorty Rossi is the star of Animal Planet’s ‘Pit Boss', he's also an animal activist and proprietor of Shorty's Rescue. He has an undying passion for pets and explains how he has countered their ailments with CBD, describing how he doses them and the positive effects they experience. We also briefly introduce a new member of the team and dive into finding a ‘sweet spot' with dosing in our mailsack segment.

With the purchasing and manufacturing of CBD products increasing each day, understanding exactly what it is that you're buying is growing in importance. Our guest on the show is Steven Perez who is a scientist and CEO of Americanna Labs, a third-party testing lab for CBD products, and will be discussing the importance of the role that testing labs contribute to the end consumers' CBD products. We also discuss what you should be considering before sourcing your products, providing the ultimate guideline for purchasing wisely and based on quality.

Caitlin Orman is a prime example of how prevalent the stigma around cannabis is. Get insight into her fight between her studying choices and her new found interest in cannabis and CBD, while she helps us understand suppositories and other valuable information. Her story is a real and underrated look into how the people close to her disagreed with her choices to drop out of college and pivot to a path that she has a passion for. We also briefly discuss the MORE act pending vote by the end of this week which will determine the course of the cannabis industry dramatically. Additionally, near the end of the show, we get an interesting update by Dr. Ben Gonzalas about CBD and its potential effects on Covid-19 which you will not want to miss out on.

Gut health is one of the most important aspects of human health and yet no one talks about it. Listen in to our conversation with Dr. Anthony Capasso, one of the few doctors that does wellness care and testing beyond just treating illnesses for the fact. He explains what gut microbiome is, the importance gut health plays in our wellness and the impact that CBD has on your gut health. We dive into the main functions of the body in collaboration with the endocannabinoid system to help you better understand why your health may be poor without you even realizing it.

Listen in as we dive into the conversation about seasonal depression with our special guest Doctor Alexander Dix, a clinical medical director over at Kip dispensary who will give you practical tips on combating the tough winter season ahead as well as how CBD plays a role in helping you manage it. On top of that we also talk a little bit about the endocannabinoid system and how it also plays a role in managing seasonal affective disorder as well as depression and anxiety in general. With the winter season upon us, now is the time to focus on the practical tips spoken about in this podcast so that we can avoid falling into a depressive state.

Listen in as we have an in depth conversation about the misinformation around CBD amongst physicians and the medical field in general with Dr. Paloma Lehfeldt, an incredible physician who is well educated on cannabis and has studied it for years. Learn about the complications around researching cannabis because of its schedule one drug title across the United States and how the continued stigma around it in the medical industry is posing a challenge to not only patients with health conditions that are mistreated but also the growing administration of opioids. After our discussion with Dr. Paloma, we also provide a simple understanding of how to measure your CBD dosage correctly.

The stigmas of CBD are common, but what if we told you they are misconceptions. Those who are more familiar with CBD understand that CBD is safe to consume and CBD does not get people high. If you're unfamiliar with CBD, listen as we identify and respond to popular stereotypes and misconceptions on CBD with the help of a pharmaceutical chemist, Scott Robertson who is the Laboratory Director for Atlantic Test Labs. While on the subject of squashing CBD stigmas, our weekly segment, Dr. G's Corner with Dr. Ben Gonzalez, explains why CBD is a useful drug and shares studies of what happens when adults suffering from insomnia use CBD to treat sleep issues.

2020 has been a hectic and uncertain year. With the upcoming election, it's a good time to slow down and listen to our bodies. Stress, lack of sleep, injuries, illnesses, or pain can cloud our minds and stunt our healing. That's why we invited Zachary Owen Heidemann, a Certified Herbal Medicine Specialist and owner of Wild Child Medicines, to teach us ways we can restore our bodies with quality plant medicine. Meanwhile, the new hemp farming industry lacks a gold standard for processing hemp. Dr. G's Corner educates us on how we can choose a high quality, contaminate free, and lab tested CBD oil during a time that some farmers call the “wild west” of CBD production.

This week's episode shares Erik Sauer's story. His life was turned upside down when he was diagnosed with Leukemia at 36. What he didn't know was a stranger from Germany would be his bone marrow match and save his life. Now, he's the founder of ThereGoesMyHero.org, a non-profit that provides support to those diagnosed with Leukemia and encourages others to join the donor registry. Unfortunately, when Erik was diagnosed in 2007, medical marijuana and CBD oil did not have the support it has today in alleviating the side effects from chemotherapy. Dr. Ben Gonzalez tells us of CBD's therapeutic potential and recent studies showing its ability to modulate cancer cells.

With all 50 states having legalized hemp cultivation, higher education institutions like Anne Arundel Community College (AACC) are taking notice and providing students with academic paths for people to enter the industry. That's right, cannabis business courses. Professor Shad Ewart, the Academic Chair of AACC, walks us through why he believes colleges should embrace the ‘Green Rush' and how he developed a cannabis career course that explores entrepreneurial opportunities created by the cannabisindustry. Closing the show, we learn how to avoid low quality CBD scams and hear from real customer testimonials, thanks to Dr. G's corner and Mailsaaaack.