The Smoking Spot

Amanda and Ryan sit down on the big comfy pink couch and chat with the illustrious duo Jolyn and Alexis of @bluntsandbeans. They dig into what it takes to throw a big event for the cannabis industry, this year's @camp_canna and winning the Cannalympics (hint: sparking a J in a hurricane is just the beginning). Roll up your cheeriest herb and join us on the couch for this giggle filled and impo...

Get ready to roll into Season 2! We're stoked to ignite your curiosity in this brand-new season of The Smoking Spot Podcast. Why are we so excited, you ask? Well, it's simple – we're diving headfirst into the world of cannabis careers, and we're shining a spotlight on the most intriguing jobs within the industry. Throughout this season, we'll introduce you to incredible communi...

From the archives! A short episode because Amanda had to catch the bus and head back to Canada! But before leaving Portland we had to explore some of the best pot and find smells for every category of the Cannabis Aroma Wheel.  The Cannabis Aroma Wheel is a sensory tool designed to help cannasseurs take their knowledge to the next level. It categorizes scents into familiar categories and families...

Humboldt is the spot this week as Amanda and Ryan dig into the legal and black market weed scene. We chase ice cream trucks home, help water the plants, and show how to catch the vibe of an area before you've even arrived. Amanda chats up prominent members of the Humboldt scene about their day to day on the farm and we're lucky enough to listen in. Grab that jar you've been saving and...

Amanda and Ryan connect in person and dive into Portland's weed community. We visit a handful of dispensaries, smoke some homegrown herb, and talk about the difference in approach between Oregon and Toronto's dispensary scenes. Roll one up and enjoy some ganja-fueled travel from the comfort of your couch.

Amanda's trip up and down the west coast continues with a stop at one of favorite smoking spots, Manzanita. We celebrate a surprising dispensary on the coast, dig into some local flavors, and give some of our best travel tips in this on-the-road episode of The Smoking Spot.

Step into the fascinating world of cannabis in Michigan with "Joint Journeys," two unique perspectives on the state's cannabis scene. Ryan shares his personal experiences growing up in the Mitten state. From clandestine transactions buying short bags of wet herb to cultivating relationships with trusted suppliers and tracking down top tier cannabis. We join Amanda, a cannabis enthusi...

Amanda and Ryan celebrate the 420 holiday by sponsoring the world's largest joint! Amanda gets her hands sticky while Ryan stays home and explores the munchie scene here in Portland. Roll one up yourself and stick around after the chat for interviews with the Guinness-setting record holders and how they persevered through rain and regulations.

In this episode of The Smoking Spot Podcast, Amanda takes us on a journey through her three-week trip to Europe, exploring the cannabis scene in decriminalized countries such as Italy, Slovenia, and Croatia. While decriminalization may sound like a green light for cannabis use, we learn through an interview with Sara, who was busted in Croatia for possessing just a gram of weed, that the laws can...

Today, we're thrilled to announce the launch of our biggest project yet: The Cannabis Aroma Wheel. This groundbreaking sensory tool is a game-changer for cannabis enthusiasts. Join us as we delve into the features of the wheel, why it's a must-have for every Cannasseur, how to use it to elevate your olfactory experience, and where you can get your hands on this must-have tool. Whether you&...

In this week's episode of the Smoking Spot, we're exploring the fantastic world of botany and cannabis. We take a trip down the rabbit hole of plant families, like the extraordinary Cannabaceae family, which includes hemp, hops, and, of course, weed! Whether you're a seasoned cannabis enthusiast or just someone interested in plants, this episode will surely teach you some new botanical terms and i...

On this week's episode of the Smoking Spot Podcast, we take a trip to Buffalo to explore Western New York's cannabis community. With Manhattan's first legal rec shops opening their doors, Amanda couldn't resist exploring firsthand the current state of the industry. Despite the city taking its time to catch up with the legal rec market for cannabis tourists, we explore the local cannabis scene and...

Amanda and Ryan are shaking things up a little and talking canna cocktails. We're already seeing the worlds of beer, spirits, and cannabis mixing and mingling so let us kick it up a notch! This week we've created another Scentelligence project and formulated a Gin recipe with a backbone of clean juniper, California cannabis, and a top note of fresh fruit. Listen in to hear about our approach to ma...

Step into the world of tropical cannabis with Amanda as she travels to Puerto Rico on a spontaneous adventure to explore its vibrant, thriving cannabis community. From tasting the local strains to hidden smoking spots, we discover the culture and rich history of Puerto Rico's relationship with cannabis to give you an exciting look at what to expect when visiting! We also interview Cesar, a local B...

In today's episode, we're getting high and revolutionizing the rapidly growing cannabis scent industry by creating new and unique scent profiles for cannabis strains and launching our first Scentellicence ScentStrain! Plus, we're talking about the latest news and current trends in cannabis pricing and discussing the differences between botanical and cannabis-derived terpenes. So grab your bong and...

Join Ryan and Amanda as they taste different chocolate while high. In this episode, we explore a sweet selection from milk chocolate KitKats to 100% cacao bars, investigating the flavours and smells with a real chocolatier, Ryan! If you're a fan of eating chocolate while high, this is an episode you won't want to miss. So grab your favourite strain and join in on the fun by tasting some chocolate...

Amanda and Ryan dig into scent and cannabis-centric articles from around the web and ask the important question: Should things that smell better cost more? Join us for a quick exploration into making sense of scent and listen in as we complain about how we already know what the nose knows. Grab something pungent and nerd out along with us. Links below: https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2021/02/01...

Amanda and Ryan discuss what Winter smells like, why it's the perfect time to buy sun-grown weed, and how pinene-rich herb is a f'ing vibe. Whip up a batch of medicated holiday cookies and join us for this chilled out episode.

Amanda and Ryan talk about the suspicious mold claims at the Cowboy Cup that disqualified nearly everyone but the sponsor, Leafly's strain of the year, and our stoney projections for the cannabis industry in 2023. Twist one up and join us while we try to wrap our heads around the future.

In today's episode, we answer the question:   How do I get better at smelling ? And we're not talkin' BO. We're talking terps. Whether you're smoking half a joint by the baseball diamond, curled up on the couch with your favourite bong, or harvesting fresh nugs in the weed fields... This episode has all the answers to creating sensory profiles with an expert nose! Get better at smelling...

Amanda and Ryan talk about why some cannabeverages suck, what it's like cleaning your house high-as-a-kite, and what we need for social lounges to get us off the couch. Cut a fat slice of space cake and brew some tea, this ep covers a lot of ground and features a nostalgic smoking spot by @the.different.tom.different. 

Amanda and Ryan sit down this week to talk about the (now resolved) dispensary strike in Canada, seeded weed, and take a deep nose-dive with the help of Harold McGee. Give your favorite pipe a deep clean and sit down to join us for this heady ep.

Amanda and Ryan invite some friends over to tell their spookiest stoner tales. Grab your best burning-herbs and join us for some harrowing stories of UFOs, disappearing farm workers, and microwaved weed. 

Amanda and Ryan are back in the lab to talk about terpenes, growing monster-sized plants, and why basic consumers are screwing it up for the rest of us. Featuring a smoking spot story from our friend, Jasmine. Twist one up and tune in.

Today we're talking terps, canna beverages, and products that literally stink. Grab a jar from the back of the head stash and join us.