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Budtender Insights: Perspectives on Terpenes with Chase Tyler, Mason Hill, & Will Abeles
Thursday, June 26, 2025 • Duration 01:12:45
This episode of Budtender Insights is all about TERPS — what they are, how they work, and how to confidently talk about them on the sales floor.
Join the Chronic Gals in conversation with:
🔹 Chase Tyler (Pink Cloud Cast)
🔹 Mason Hill (Laurelcrest)
🔹 Will Abeles (True Terpenes)
We explore:
The role of terpenes in cannabis effects and aroma
How they interact with cannabinoids to shape the experience
Common confusion between cannabis-derived and botanical terpenes
The importance of clear labeling and transparency
Role-play demos to help b*dtenders serve customers with confidence
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🎙️ Tune into more episodes of Talking Pot Heads
Catch our ongoing podcast where we explore cannabis science, dispensary life, and stories from behind the bud bar — all from a budtender’s POV.
This panel is part education, part inspiration — and full of real insights from the field. Perfect for anyone working in or passionate about the plant.
🎧 Follow Budtender Insights for more honest convos at the intersection of cannabis science and retail.
Budtender Insights: Perspectives on Concentrates with Demetre Janness and Jeff Hickok
Wednesday, June 25, 2025 • Duration 54:15
🎙️ Budtender Insights: Perspectives on Concentrates
Live from our first Budtender Insights event (March 29, 2025)
Let’s be real—concentrates can be intimidating. With terms like “live rosin,” “diamonds and sauce,” “CRC,” and “six-star hash” flying around, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. That’s why we brought together a room full of budtenders, extractors, and cannabis pros to actually talk about it.
In this special live episode, hosts Ashleen and Rileigh (aka the Chronic Gals) are joined by:
🔥 Demetre Janness, lead extractor at Sessions Extracts
🌱 Jeff Hickock, team lead at High End Market Place (and longtime grower + medical consultant)
Together, we break down:
Solvent vs solventless extraction (and why “solventless” is a little misleading 👀)
How different textures—like shatter, batter, and rosin—are actually made
What customers need to know about color, consistency, and harvest dates
Why THC % doesn’t tell the whole story
And why cold-starting your honey is the best way to actually taste your dabs 🔥
Whether you’re new to extracts or already speaking in six-star slang, this episode is packed with insights to boost your budtending game.
💚 Special thanks to our sponsors:
Daydreamer, Tokeativity, The Exchange, Cannabis Alliance, Royal Rose, Nug Nips, and Asterion Temple — y’all helped make this first Budtender Insights event possible.
How to talk to customers about extracts with confidence
What makes BHO different from rosin (beyond the hype)
Why “ice white” might not be a good sign
Tips for getting the last dab out of the jar (hello, straw trick)
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TPH Ep 18: Voices from The Exchange: 5-Minute Conversations with Cannabis Industry Leaders
Thursday, May 8, 2025 • Duration 01:46:00
In this episode of The Exchange Series, we’re taking you straight to the source—live from The Exchange in Eugene, Oregon.
Hosted by Ashleen and Rileigh (The Chronic Gals), this special episode features rapid-fire interviews with 30+ cannabis professionals we met during the event. We asked each guest what their brand is all about, how The Exchange is moving the industry forward, and what they wish every budtender knew.
✨ Big thanks to the team at The Exchange for hosting such an impactful event and letting us be part of it. If you’re a brand or retailer looking to grow your connections, you don’t want to miss their next events:
TPH 17: How The Exchange is Changing the Game for Cannabis Business Connections
Season 1 · Episode 17
Wednesday, February 19, 2025 • Duration 58:26
Alright, cannabis hustlers, brand builders, and dispensary warriors—this one’s for you! In this episode, we’re rolling into The Exchange Series, where we take you behind the scenes of the top B2B networking event in cannabis.
We’re sitting down with Susan & Julie, the masterminds behind The Exchange, to get the inside scoop on: 🌿 What makes this event different from your typical industry meet-up 💨 Why speed networking helps retailers & vendors make real business moves 💰 How brands are landing orders on the spot & growing their businesses overnight 👀 The wild journey from hosting in a literal parking garage to premium venues 📍 Where The Exchange is headed next (hint: new states, big moves!)
If you’ve ever struggled to get buyers to answer your calls, wondered how to break into more dispensaries, or just wanna know where to make real industry connections, this one’s a must-listen.
🔥 Hit play & let’s talk deals, networking, and the future of cannabis business!
Episode Timestamps – Skip Around & Find the Good Stuff
[00:00] Bong rips & pizza chips 🍕💨 (you know how we do) [01:00] Welcome to The Exchange Series – What is The Exchange all about? [02:00] Meet Susan & Julie: The dynamic duo behind this B2B powerhouse [04:00] From retail to cannabis – how they fell into this world [06:00] The difference between The Exchange & traditional conferences [07:30] Why speed networking works & how it saves months of work [10:00] The Exchange in Oregon, Michigan, Colorado—what changes? How they went from a Expanding to new markets – what makes a state a good fit? The hardest part about getting retailers to show up Retailers don’t hate new brands—they’re just It’s not just weed—why banking, legal, & services come to The Exchange Success stories that make us cry happy tears Even on this event In-person > Zoom. —dates, locations & how to get in
TPH Ep 16 CBD & Hemp: Expert Tips for Budtenders with Mason Walker & Dr. Allison Justice
Wednesday, October 16, 2024 • Duration 01:26:22
Welcome back, Pot Heads to the season finale!
In this jam-packed episode of Talking Pot Heads, hosts Rileigh and Ashleen bring together two powerhouses—Mason Walker, CEO of East Fork Cultivars, and Dr. Allison Justice from the Cannabis Research Coalition—to break down the essentials of CBD and hemp products for budtenders. 🌿💡
If you’ve ever been confused by terms like CBD isolate, broad spectrum, and full spectrum CBD, this episode’s for you! The panel dives into what these terms really mean, how to choose high-quality CBD products in an unregulated market, and how to communicate the benefits of these products to customers. 🙌✨
Mason and Dr. Justice also take us on a deep dive into the science of cannabis quality—covering everything from the importance of magnesium ions to water activity and what the color of your ash can tell you about your flower. 🔬🌱 Plus, we touch on the legal nuances between cannabis and hemp, the challenges with synthetic cannabinoids like Delta 8,* and the impact of community on responsible cannabis cultivation.
Whether you’re a budtender looking to sharpen your knowledge or just curious about the world of CBD, this episode is a must-listen! 🎧
*This episode was recorded before Gov Newsom’s THC Hemp ban.
First up, shout out to Veriheal for sponsoring this season of Talking Pot Heads! If you need a medical marijuana card, Veriheal can connect you to cannabis-friendly doctors in your state. Visit them at Veriheal.com!
Enter in our giveaway with Cool Smoke! Check out the pinned posts on Instagram and Tiktok or sign up for our email list to win! Be sure to tuen into our IG and Tiktok LIVE to watch the winners be chosen TOMORROW 10/17/2024.
Don’t forget to share this episode with friends, coworkers, and your favorite budtenders!
TPH 15 The Relieving Power of Cannabis Topicals: Insights with Trista Okel of Empower Body Care
Wednesday, October 9, 2024 • Duration 01:21:47
Welcome back, Pot Heads!
In this episode of Talking Pot Heads, Rileigh and Ashleen are joined by the amazing Trista Okel, founder of Empower Body Care and Empower Canna Care. 🌿 Trista dives deep into the world of cannabis topicals, sharing how these products can be game changers for pain relief, inflammation, and skincare. ✨ From creams and lotions to transdermal patches, we explore the science behind how these products work and why they’re becoming a must-have in the wellness world.
Trista also shares her journey from cannabis activism to creating Empower, highlighting the importance of education for both consumers and budtenders. We break down the difference between topicals and transdermal products, and what to look for when choosing the best products. 🙌
Thanks so much to this episode’s sponsors!
First up, shout out to Veriheal for sponsoring this season of Talking Pot Heads! If you need a medical marijuana card, Veriheal can connect you to cannabis-friendly doctors in your state. Visit them at Veriheal.com!
TPH Ep 14 From Homemade Butter to Nanoemulsification: The Past, Present, and Future of Edibles
Wednesday, October 2, 2024 • Duration 01:03:22
Get ready, potheads!
This week, Rileigh and Ashleen are serving up a delicious deep dive into the world of cannabis edibles and drinkables with special guests Shannon Blakeman and Austin Essary. 🍬🥂 From homemade brownies to fancy infused sparkling wines, we’re breaking down how edibles have seriously leveled up. 🌿✨
Shannon and Austin spill the tea on nano-emulsification (don’t worry, we explain it!) and why it’s making edibles more predictable and fun. Plus, we get into some must-know tips for budtenders on dosing, guiding customers, and solving that all-too-common "I don’t feel anything!" problem. 🤔💡
Whether you’re just starting your edible journey or you’re a seasoned pro, this episode is packed with tasty insights on how to get the most out of your experience. 🍫🔥
Thanks so much to this episode’s sponsors!
First up, shout out to Veriheal for sponsoring this season of Talking Pot Heads! If you need a medical marijuana card, Veriheal can connect you to cannabis-friendly doctors in your state. Visit them at Veriheal.com!
TPH Ep 13 Tinctures, Oils, Capsules with Olga Hall
Wednesday, September 25, 2024 • Duration 01:18:10
Welcome back Pot Heads!
In this episode of Talking Pot Heads, Rileigh and Ashleen are joined by Nurse Practitioner Olga Hall to explore the versatile world of tinctures, RSO (Rick Simpson Oil), FECO (Full Extract Oil), and capsules. The discussion highlights the historical use of these products and their many benefits, from ingestion to medical applications for chronic pain, mood, digestion, and sleep support.
Olga dives into detailed instructions for making tinctures, shares essential dosing tips, and explains the advantages of high-CBG tinctures for various health issues. Whether you’re a budtender looking to level up your knowledge or just curious about natural remedies, this episode is packed with insights.
Ready to learn more? Tune in to discover how these products can enhance wellness routines and connect with the community for giveaways and educational opportunities!
Thanks so much to this episode’s sponsors!
Huge shout out to Veriheal for sponsoring this season of Talking Pot Heads! If you need a medical marijuana card, Veriheal can connect you to cannabis-friendly doctors in your state. Visit them at Veriheal.com!
TPH Ep 12 Mastering the Vape Game: Hardware, Wellness, and Sustainability
Wednesday, September 18, 2024 • Duration 01:12:29
In this episode of Talking Pot Heads, we're diving headfirst into the world of vape cartridges! 💨
Rileigh and Ashleen are joined by an expert crew—Tabitha Shwerin from Jars Cannabis, Dr. Shawna Vreeke from True Terpenes, and Terah Ebie from Nimble Distribution—to break down everything you need to know about vaping.
First up, we chat about how vape hardware has evolved and why quality control is so important. 🔥 Whether you’re all about discreet consumption or just curious about vaporization tools, our guests spill all the tea on what makes for a smooth and consistent vape experience. They’ll take you through everything from the basics of vaporization to the importance of choosing the right hardware and extracts for the best hit. 🚀
But it’s not just about the puff—we’re getting real about the environmental impact of those disposable vapes, too. 🌍♻️ Our panel offers up some seriously practical tips on how to recycle and safely dispose of vape cartridges and batteries, so you can stay green while staying lit!
This episode is packed with pro tips for both consumers and budtenders. Whether you’re looking to level up your vape game or just want to know how to keep your gear in top shape, this episode has got you covered. 🙌
So grab your favorite vape, hit play, and let’s get into it! 🎧💨
Thanks so much to this episode’s sponsors!
First up, shout out to Veriheal for sponsoring this season of Talking Pot Heads! If you need a medical marijuana card, Veriheal can connect you to cannabis-friendly doctors in your state. Visit them at Veriheal.com!
Don’t forget to share this episode with friends, coworkers, and your favorite budtenders!
TPH Ep 11 Extracting the Knowledge about Concentrates with Brenna Saldana and Razia Hayden
Wednesday, September 11, 2024 • Duration 01:05:30
Hey Pot Heads!
In this weeks episode of Talking Pot Heads, we’re stirring up the world of cannabis concentrates. We discuss how to make them, the differences between extracts, and how budtenders can guide customers in their dabbing methods.
With special guests former budtender Brenna Saldaña and marketing Queen of Extractioneering Razia Hayden, the conversation explores the intricacies of extraction methods, solvent vs. solventless processes, and the different textures and styles found in today's market. They emphasize the importance of budtender education, quality products, and avoiding misconceptions around extraction techniques.
Listeners will also hear personal anecdotes, expert insights, and practical advice for navigating the cannabis concentrate landscape, like be careful dabbing CRC cuz it could burn your eyeball!!
Thanks so much to this episode’s sponsors!
First up, shout out to Veriheal for sponsoring this season of Talking Pot Heads! If you need a medical marijuana card, Veriheal can connect you to cannabis-friendly doctors in your state. Visit them at Veriheal.com!
And another huge shout out to Nimble Distro, one of Oregon’s leading cannabis wholesale distributors. With a mission to do well and do good, Nimble exists to repair the damage caused by the War on Drugs. Their brands span all product categories and reach every inch of Oregon. Check out their fabulous brands, like Broomsticks, Kites, Orchid, Oshihana, SheBang!, and Joy Bombs in Oregon dispensaries. If you’re an Oregon cannabis brand seeking a partner to manage your distribution, contact Nimble at nimbledistro.com!
01:43:32 Conclusion and Upcoming Cannabis Exchange Events
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garage venue to golf courses & fancy ballrooms
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busy AF
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How small brands can blow up overnight at this event
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big brands don’t want to miss out
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You can’t smell terps through a screen!
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Pro tips to make the most of The Exchange as an exhibitor
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Why The Exchange is a Must for Industry Pros:
✅ Skip the cold calls & meet real buyers face-to-face ✅ Get months of vendor meetings done in two days—no chasing people down ✅ Land actual deals on the spot (not just swap business cards) ✅ It’s not just brands & dispensaries—banking, legal, packaging, & tech show up too ✅ It’s a business event, but yeah… there’s a party too 🥂
Upcoming Exchange Events – Mark Your Calendars 📍 Eugene, OR – March 18-19, 2025 📍 Portland, OR – September 17-18, 2025 📍 Lansing, MI – May 7-8, 2025 📍 Shelby Township, MI – October 22-23, 2025 📍 Colorado – June 11-12, 2025
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To listen to the full episode and stay up to date with Talking Pot Heads, subscribe on Youtube, Spotify or your favorite podcast platform and sign up for our email newsletter! Don't miss out on the valuable insights and educational freebie downloadables provided by the hosts and their expert guests.x
To listen to the full episode and stay up to date with Talking Pot Heads, subscribe on Youtube, Spotify or your favorite podcast platform and sign up for our email newsletter! Don't miss out on the valuable insights and educational freebie downloadables provided by the hosts and their expert guests.x
To listen to the full episode and stay up to date with Talking Pot Heads, subscribe on Youtube, Spotify or your favorite podcast platform and sign up for our email newsletter! Don't miss out on the valuable insights and educational freebie downloadables provided by the hosts and their expert guests.x
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Alright pot heads, keep learning and keep growing!
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