How to Do the Pot

What is The Pot Talk? When cannabis was declared an essential service during the lockdowns for COVID-19 in March of 2020, the national conversation around the plant shifted from stigma to solving real problems related to stress, sleep and mental health. If you’re one of the many women who has found relief with cannabis, we’re here to help. What comes next after cannabis has been deemed essential m...

What is The Pot Talk? When cannabis was declared an essential service during the lockdowns for COVID-19 in March of 2020, the national conversation around the plant shifted from stigma to solving real problems related to stress, sleep and mental health. If you’re one of the many women who has found relief with cannabis, we’re here to help. What comes next after cannabis has been deemed essential m...

GSC, formerly known as Girl Scout Cookies, is an intoxicating strain with high THC levels. It brings on an inspired mind and fully relaxed body, which makes it a great strain for sex. But pay attention to dosage - it can also tip you toward couch lock. Saturday Strains is bringing the special back to Saturdays by demystifying the 12 essential cannabis strains that every woman should have in her st...

The first ever holiday gift guide from How to Do the Pot podcast. Most of the goods are from small, primarily women-founded brands, many won’t get you high, and all are specific to modern self-care - less about long spa days and more about short-term survival. Happy shopping! SHOW NOTES Check out all our holiday picks on dothepot.com and some of our favorite cannabis brands on the list:  Blunt Blo...

Sour Diesel is an intoxicating strain that will boost your mood and relieve stress & chronic pain. It is best for women who already consume cannabis, so easy does it if you’re trying the strain for the first time. Saturday Strains is bringing the special back to Saturdays by demystifying the 12 essential cannabis strains that every woman should have in her stash. Co-created by April Pride & Ellen...

Strawberry Cough is an intoxicating strain that decreases stress levels and promotes a deep sense of relaxation. Higher doses can bring on intense physical sensations, especially related to sound, and a long-lasting high. Saturday Strains is bringing the special back to Saturdays by demystifying the 12 essential cannabis strains that every woman should have in her stash. Co-created by April Pride...

COVID has changed many things about our daily life, including beloved weed rituals like sharing a joint. We get creative about consuming together with tips from some of our favorite guides: Lizzie Post of the Emily Post Institute, Verena von Pfetten, the co-founder of Gossamer, and Rosie Mattio, founder of Mattio Communications. Plus, we share three strains and three podcasts we love. SHOW NOTES A...

OG Kush is an intoxicating strain that delivers immediate, long-lasting, stress-reducing effects. Your body will feel heavy, with a warm buzz. If a stressed mind makes it hard to sit and relax, OG Kush can provide the right kind of couch lock. Saturday Strains is bringing the special back to Saturdays by demystifying the 12 essential cannabis strains that every woman should have in her stash. Co-c...

Durban Poison is an intoxicating strain known for its energetic, uplifting effects. You’ll quickly feel a flurry of mental activity and an extrovert’s version of being high - social, talkative and ready for fun. Saturday Strains is bringing the special back to Saturdays by demystifying the 12 essential cannabis strains that every woman should have in her stash. Co-created by April Pride & Ellen Le...

The stress of 2020 has been off the charts for many of us. We talk to Kia Baker of The Female Veterans Podcast, Verena von Pfetten, co-founder of Gossamer, and Raeven Duckett of Community Gardens about how cannabis helps them manage their day to day. Harvard-trained physician Dr. Jessica Knox breaks down three of women’s most-asked questions about weed: Why does cannabis work to lower stress Why c...

Headband is an intoxicating, long-lasting strain. A smaller dose, like 1-2 hits from a vape, offers an uplift similar to an afternoon green tea.  A heavier hit of Headband, from a joint or pre-roll, and you’ll feel creative, playful & more classically stoned. Saturday Strains is bringing the special back to Saturdays by demystifying the 12 essential cannabis strains that every woman should have in...

Bubble Gum produces a moderate high that feels happy, uplifted and relaxed. It’s an energizing strain that settles your body & helps you stay more present. Saturday Strains is bringing the special back to Saturdays by demystifying the 12 essential cannabis strains that every woman should have in her stash. Co-created by April Pride & Ellen Lee Scanlon Sign up for our newsletter at dothepot.com Fol...

The good and the bad news about sustainability in cannabis. What everyone should know about hemp + the planet, plus 3 classic strains and 3 podcasts to help us all do our part to save our world. Presenting How to Do the Pot's audio newsletter. If you'd rather read it, visit dothepot.com to subscribe to the email newsletter. SHOW NOTES Can Hemp Clean Up the Earth? from Rolling Stone Co-created by A...

Blackberry Kush is an intoxicating strain - and a staple for pain management - that relaxes menstrual cramps as well as the anxiety, stress and insomnia brought on by changing hormones. Saturday Strains is bringing the special back to Saturdays by demystifying the 12 essential cannabis strains that every woman should have in her stash. Co-created by April Pride & Ellen Lee Scanlon Sign up for our...

XJ-13 is the giggly pot! It produces a moderately intoxicating, energizing, happy high without anxiety - a great strain for novice or experienced consumers. Saturday Strains is bringing the special back to Saturdays by demystifying the 12 essential cannabis strains that every woman should have in her stash. Co-created by April Pride & Ellen Lee Scanlon Sign up for our newsletter at dothepot.com Fo...

What do women leaders in cannabis tell their best friends, who maybe aren’t as into weed as they are, about how to have the best experience with pot? Jennifer Lujan of Eaze, Joyce Cenali of Big Rock Partners, Codie Sanchez of Entourage Effect Capital, Kimberly Dillon of Frigg and Alison Gordon of 48North share their top tips.  Presenting How to Do the Pot's audio newsletter. If you'd rather read i...

CINEX is a moderately intoxicating strain that will leave you feeling dreamy, euphoric, and uplifted. CINEX fits just right - like Cinderella's (the "CIN" in CINEX) glass slipper. Saturday Strains is bringing the special back to Saturdays by demystifying the 12 essential cannabis strains that every woman should have in her stash. Co-created by April Pride & Ellen Lee Scanlon Sign up for our newsle...

A mildly intoxicating strain, Harlequin will keep your head clear while helping you relax. Often recommended as the starter strain for those new to consuming cannabis, it’s also beloved because it calms anxiety, reduces stress, and is a natural sleep remedy. Saturday Strains is bringing the special back to Saturdays by demystifying the 12 essential cannabis strains that every woman should have in...

Practice the pot. Yes, like meditation, yoga, and sports - cannabis is something that gets better with practice. Meryl Montgomery & Valarie Sakota of Barbari help us out with 5 steps to be more mindful with your weed consumption. Plus, 3 strains for doing the things you love and 3 great podcast recs. Presenting How to Do the Pot's audio newsletter. If you'd rather read it, visit www.dothepot.com t...

The second of three “Saturday Strains Explained” episodes - to help you navigate all you need to know about cannabis strains. Why where cannabis is grown has an effect on how you feel, and a quick decoder for the thousands of cannabis strains available in legal dispensaries.  Saturday Strains is bringing the special back to Saturdays by demystifying the essential cannabis strains that every woman...

The final “Saturday Strains Explained” episode - to help you navigate all you need to know about cannabis strains. How THC and CBD interact with women’s bodies to produce specific effects, and what gives weed its smell and taste.  Saturday Strains is bringing the special back to Saturdays by demystifying the essential cannabis strains that every woman should have in her stash. Co-created by April...

A non-intoxicating strain, ACDC promotes feelings of contentment, improves your mood, reduces pain, and brings about a relaxed outlook. It works well for women that struggle with anxiety - with weed or not. Saturday Strains is bringing the special back to Saturdays by demystifying the 12 essential cannabis strains that every woman should have in her stash. Co-created by April Pride & Ellen Lee Sca...

Saturday Strains is bringing the special back to Saturdays by demystifying the essential cannabis strains that every woman should have in her stash. The first of three “Saturday Strains Explained” episodes - to help you navigate all you need to know about cannabis strains. What’s a strain, the strain-name game and the five questions that will guide you to your go-tos. Co-created by April Pride & E...

Since COVID began, cannabis-infused edibles are selling at 2x the normal average rate. Yet, there is no shortage of bad edible stories. With the terrible air quality on much of the west coast - maybe now is the time to try again. Your guides Vanessa Lavorato of Marigold Sweets, Jen Seo of Kiva, and Raeven Duckett of Community Gardens share their edible journeys, and we offer 5 tips to help you enj...

COVID has brought mental health into our national conversation, and we are all dealing with extreme levels of stress and anxiety.  The Kush Nurse - aka Sandra Guynes, an RN with 15+ years of experience - shares how cannabis helped her PTSD, and we get inspiration from a New York Times article to help alleviate symptoms of hopelessness and loneliness. Plus, 3 strains for stress and 3 podcasts we th...