Mike Ricker and Wes Abney

Leaf Life Podcast | All Things Cannabis For All People

Society EN ↓ 328 episodes

Join Ricker and the Bearded Lorax for a round table version of The Leaf Magazines, now available in 13 states. Enjoy the smart discussions and goofy games that bring Cannabis business and culture to life in this budding show that proudly educates and entertains. All Things Cannabis For All People, the Leaf Life Podcast is the authority for Cannabis podcasts.

Author

Mike Ricker and Wes Abney

Category

Society

Podcast website

leafmagazines.com

Latest episode

Jun 30, 2025

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Episodes

Leaf Life Show #127 - The Game of Life - Seattle 04.08.2021

We all know that much of what happens to us is arbitrary, so when it comes to rolling the dice to see where we'll end up, do we find ourselves cursing the board we are playing on, or are we delighted with the journey regardless of what happens? Either way, this is your one chance to get the game right. Pick a player and let's pass go for this exhilarating look into how being in the game is all tha...

Leaf Life Show #126 - Paper and Cannabis - Seattle 26.07.2021

As we look for innovative ways to help us avoid the potential of environmental disaster brought on by global warming, one solution can be in replacing the way we use trees with hemp. So, we all know the reason why, but the big question is how. Take a break from your hectic day to join us for an informational look into the destruction caused by paper making and how the solution is right in front of...

Leaf Life Show #125 - Drug Testing - Seattle 19.07.2021

America is facing a labor shortage, but employers don't want their employees to use weed when it's one of the only things that get you through an 8-hour shift. But, even though Amazon has very recently implemented a progressive labor decision to not test the majority of its workforce, there's still the reality that you can be denied your right to make a living for using Cannabis. Clock in and join...

Leaf Life #124 - Tobacco and Cannabis 12.07.2021

It's no mystery that cigarette smoking is the cause of millions of deaths worldwide and that addiction therapies are largely ineffective. So, with very little options available, people are turning to Cannabis for a solution, and even more specifically, CBD which helps reduce the cravings and eases the withdrawals. Step outside for a quick break to realize you don't have to quit smoking, just what...

Leaf Life Show #123 - Illicit Drug Culture and Cannabis - Seattle 07.07.2021

Now that legal Cannabis Companies are forging into the arena of global brand awareness, should there be an association with hard drugs and should Cannabis be imitating hard drugs? From fake Cannabis cocaine called Canna Bumps to THC cough syrup, many stoners are annoyed with the inaccurate affiliation. Pop a top and take a drink of the good life with us as we toast to the amazing mind-altering sub...

Leaf Life Show #122 - Online Dating - Seattle 28.06.2021

In this information age where the internet reigns supreme, finding a date has never been easier. But when it comes to identifying your actual soul mate, that is a different story. And while we're talking about hooking up online, we've all heard the horror stories, but in reality, maybe the horror story is you! Swipe up for a fun and candid examination of one of the most opinionated topics in today...

Leaf Life Show #121 - The Pursuit of Happiness - Seattle 21.06.2021

Rules and Regulations are necessary for an ordered society, but living your best life does not always fall within the boundaries set forth by the enforcers. So, where do we determine what is best for the masses while still maintaining a healthy mind space for the individual? And when it comes to Cannabis and other mind-altering substances, should we have a license to make decisions for ourselves i...

Leaf Life Show #120 - Anarchism - Seattle 14.06.2021

Big government and the current legal system are designed to keep the individual on a straight and narrow path. However, there is an ideology that exists that promotes individual thought based on one very simple tenet which is DO NOT STEAL. But how would the abolition of government resulting in a self-regulating society based on gratitude actually work? Be a fly on the wall and eavesdrop on this da...

Leaf Life Show #119 - Parenting and Cannabis - Seattle 07.06.2021

With the acceptance of Cannabis becoming a global reality, how do we ease into the topic of using an adult substance without making it appear like mommy and daddy are irresponsible? Children will emulate things they see and hear, so it can be a fragile situation when imbibing in plant-based medicine in front of those who study, and judge, every move you make. Let's sit down together to have a hear...

Leaf Life Show #118 - Addiction and Cannabis - Seattle 31.05.2021

With people dying from overdoses more than ever, it's no mystery that we are currently in a state of emergency when it comes to the opioid epidemic. Yet, Cannabis is still accused of being a gateway drug and is not being taken seriously as a solution to curbing the abuse of narcotics. But with the issue rising to a fever pitch and more and more people calling for national legalization of the plant...

Leaf Life Show #117 - The Will of the People - Seattle 24.05.2021

In the 2020 election, the legalization of recreational Cannabis was approved by the voters in 4 states—Arizona, Montana, New Jersey, and South Dakota. However, just because a majority of the citizens approve the use of legal Cannabis, the governors and legislators can still make the process very difficult, and potentially, nearly impossible. So, the question remains, who the fuck do these assholes...

Leaf Life Show #116 - Coming Out of Quarantine - Seattle 17.05.2021

We are all feeling pretty optimistic right now because our house arrest is coming to an end, so it's time to breathe in the smell of sunshine and blooming flowers and get outside to congregate. To an extent, at least. So, how is this going to work exactly and how will Cannabis play a role in this new reality? Rip off the mask and let's have some fun while we let loose on this week's show! Subject...

Leaf Life Show #115 - Legal Cannabis in Mexico - Seattle 10.05.2021

The United States is now sandwiched to the north and south by countries that recognize the importance of Cannabis on the federal level. And that is because last month our neighbors on the other side of the southern border approved a bill to legalize recreational Cannabis even though polls showed that approximately two-thirds of the residents opposed the bill, with one notable person calling it pol...

Leaf Life Show #114 - Reprogramming Yourself - Seattle 04.05.2021

The information we consume as children molds who we become as adults. And if the lessons and beliefs we are taught do not serve us later in life, some bad habits can result in stress for ourselves and those around us bringing about a less than optimal human experience. So, how do we start over and begin to retrain our neurological pathways so that old, unwanted ways of thinking don't muddy our fre...

Leaf Life Show #113 - Decriminalization - Seattle 26.04.2021

We are in a global transition towards the acceptance and use of mind-altering substances for medicinal and personal purposes. Since the historic citizen initiative to decriminalize all drugs in Oregon as well as a Supreme court case striking down minor drug possession laws, the legal system's desire to prosecute is shifting. We are on the tipping point of ending the war on drugs, so grab a protest...

Leaf Life Show #112 - Cryptocurrency and Cannabis - Seattle 19.04.2021

In this new dawn where the Covid pandemic has ushered in what is appearing to be the consolidation of wealth through big corporatization, the alternative currency game is catching fire. So, what once was an underground way to move black market money is now quickly becoming not just mainstream, but potentially our standard method of global exchange. Hang onto your hats for this whirlwind discussion...

Leaf Life Show #111 - Psychedelic Medicine - Seattle 14.04.2021

The collective perception of psychedelics is that they are simply best utilized for tripping balls, but the reality is they offer a wide range of medicinal benefits for the mind, body, and soul. On this Leaf Life show, we explore different advantages to utilizing these drugs and the many ways they can have a positive effect on the human psyche. Grab a magic carpet and ride with us into the stratos...

Leaf Life Show #110 - Mothership Glass W/ Scott Deppe - Seattle 05.04.2021

Glass blowing has become one of the newest high art forms in recent memory and as the global acceptance of Cannabis culture has entered the mainstream, the prices paid for elite pieces have skyrocketed. At the forefront of this movement, where functional bongs and rigs fetch up to six figures from wealthy Cannabis connoisseurs, is a bellwether company based out of our home state of Washington. So...

Leaf Life Show #109 - Reading Energy - Seattle 29.03.2021

So many of us just do as we're told—boys wear blue, girls wear pink, go to school, worship a higher power, get a job, get married, continue chasing the dangling carrot. But for many, this paint by numbers life has not turned out to satisfy their truth. So, in this world of covered faces and internet bravado, how do we turn our lives around toward a more meaningful, fulfilling existence? Take a bre...

Leaf Life Show #108 - Ancient Cannabis - Seattle 22.03.2021

To the majority of today's society, Cannabis as medicine is a new concept. However, if we pay close attention to the books, scrolls and art of millennia past, we will find clues that lead us to believe this sacred plant is not the pariah it's been painted as, but a tool for strong health for hundreds, if not thousands of years. Transport with us to explore the tombs and temples where evidence of C...

Leaf Life Show #107 - Video Games And Cannabis V2 - Seattle 15.03.2021

The virtual world is now more enticing than ever seeing that people's options for entertainment have been significantly diminished with the pandemic. And with new advancements in technology being created at an exponential pace, there's no surprise that the industry surged 20% to 180 billion dollars in revenue. And with the weed industry also growing at an atomic pace, the synergies are obvious and...

Leaf Life Show #106 - Corruption And The Scapegoat - Seattle 08.03.2021

As we all know, the laws surrounding the legalization of Cannabis have yet to be fully developed, so there is a lot of grey area in between the black and white. And this is a problem that has led to a long list of hypocritical accusations and controversial arrests. In this episode, we will explore one instance that will leave you not only confused, but infuriated. Subject Discussed in First segmen...

Leaf Life Show #105 - Religion And Cannabis - Seattle 01.03.2021

Subject Discussed in First segment: ARE STONERS GOING TO HELL? Subject Discussed in Second segment: CANNABIS AND SPIRITUALITY GREG THE GUINEA PIG: SAMUEL BERESFORD is a Preacher's Son of a non-denominational church and a resolute follower of Jesus Christ. He also wrote a Religion and Cannabis article for THE LEAF. PRODUCTS FEATURED: Dama Cannabis—Peyote Cookies Nug Jug Dama Cannabis—DJ Short Blube...

Leaf Life Show #104 - Intellectual Property Rights - Seattle 22.02.2021

Every year over 7 million trademarks are filed worldwide. So, lines can easily get crossed when a person or company filing for one is encroaching into established territory. And for those who are infringed upon, moving the case through the system can take years with no guarantees of recompense for the damages incurred. And, of course the cannabis industry is no exception. Get in on this "highly" i...

Leaf Life Show #103 - Coronavirus Crisis Part 5: The Vaccine - Seattle 15.02.2021

The world is in a state of flux. And in this unnavigated territory, there are a lot of questions surrounding this pandemic and how we get past it back to a normal life. Everyone is searching for a solution with a lot of different perspectives being thrown around and in this time of uncertainty, the only thing we can all agree on is that we don't feel secure. Roll up your sleeve and let the healing...

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