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By Feel State

Feel State Dispensary’s weekly show for sharing cannabis education, conversation, and real-time support with the Missouri community and beyond. The Feels is hosted by Jeff Rowse, budtender and content creator at Feel State Florissant who graduated from and is now an Adjunct Teacher at SLU's Cannabis Science and Operations program. Visit our website for episodes from our first two seasons plus lots of free educational resources!
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Creative Cannabis Freestyle with poets Uncle Lou, Phree, and Just Rich, The Feels S4E9

The FeelsSep 01, 2023

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Creative Cannabis Freestyle with poets Uncle Lou, Phree, and Just Rich, The Feels S4E9

Creative Cannabis Freestyle with poets Uncle Lou, Phree, and Just Rich, The Feels S4E9

Our season finale, better late than never, is a very special episode! Guest-hosted by Lee with poets Uncle Lou, Phree, and Just Rich of Saint Louis, Missouri poetry collective "The Therapeutics", this episode gets real about how these creatives use cannabis to find their flow. The conversation dives into everything from these poets’ first experience with cannabis to favorite flavor profiles — and we even get to hear every artist freestyle a piece about cannabis. 0:00 Welcome and Introduction 0:17 Who is Elevate Missouri? 0:54 Introducing our Guest Host, Lee 1:26 Introducing Uncle Lou 1:38 Introducing Phree 1:53 Introducing Just Rich 2:15 Just Rich’s first time using cannabis 3:35 Uncle Lou’s introduction to cannabis 6:19 Phree’s introduction to cannabis 8:05 The quality of Just Rich first flower 8:55 Just Rich’s cannabis routine 11:13 What Uncle Lou uses cannabis for 12:24 How Phree uses cannabis 13:07 How Phree uses cannabis for creativity 14:04 Just Rich’s Canna-Freestyle 14:52 Phree’s on-the-spot cannabis poem 15:30 Uncle Lou’s cannabis bars 16:45 Has Just Rich ever considered working in the cannabis industry? 18:02 What part of recreational cannabis in Missouri is Phree excited about? 19:31 What are Phree’s preferred cannabis flavor profiles? 21:15 Uncle Lou’s advice for cannabis enthusiasts 22:32 Uncle Lou’s experience with dabbing concentrates 22:57 Phree’s advice for people who want to try cannabis 24:11 Just Rich’s advice for the canna curious

Learn more about cannabis and download our free guidebook on our website 

Follow us on socials @myfeelstate


Thanks to our sponsors: 

Recording studio: Utopia Experience

Thanks to Sean Greene Videography and Soular Designs for producing this video!


Disclaimer: The information presented here is meant for educational purposes only. Medical decisions should not be made based on advertising. Consult a physician on the benefits and risks of specific medical products. Visit our website to schedule a free consultation.

Sep 01, 202326:04
The Secret to Growing Potent Cannabis with Ivan Cartagena, Chief Cultivation Officer at Vertical Cannabis, The Feels S4E8

The Secret to Growing Potent Cannabis with Ivan Cartagena, Chief Cultivation Officer at Vertical Cannabis, The Feels S4E8

Anyone can grow cannabis — but what does it take to grow GREAT cannabis? In this episode of The Feels, we talk with Vertical Cannabis’ Chief Cultivation Officer, Ivan Cartagena, about how he first got started growing cannabis in Puerto Rico and how those experiences influenced his own unique processes for growing potent, topnotch cannabis. 


  • 0:00 Welcome and Introduction
  • 0:17 Who is 314 Garden Supply?
  • 1:10 Who first introduced you to cannabis? 
  • 1:38 Learning to grow cannabis in Puerto Rico
  • 2:33 Who do you look up to in cannabis? 
  • 4:12 Are you mentoring anyone in cannabis? 
  • 5:38 What makes your cannabis growing method unique? 
  • 6:54 What’s the foundation of growing great cannabis? 
  • 7:31 How do you choose the best cannabis genetics? 
  • 8:17 What’s the difference between a cannabis phenotype, chemotype, and genotype?
  • 8:50 What is it you’re looking for when pheno-hunting?
  • 9:30 Do the terms sativa, indica, and hybrid mean anything?
  • 11:17 What’s the difference between growing cannabis from clone versus seed? 
  • 13:06 Do you use the “sea of green” method of growing at Vertical Cannabis? 
  • 13:48 Are you collaborating with anyone else in the industry? 
  • 15:00 Do you ever grow with different mediums?
  • 15:52 How do you select which cannabis cultivars to grow?
  • 17:36 What do you see for the future of cannabis? 
  • 18:24 Busting cannabis myths: THC percentage isn’t everything 
  • 18:46 How important is climate uniformity when growing cannabis?
  • 20:08 What are common problems you see in growing cannabis?
  • 21:30 How has recreational cannabis impacted Vertical Cannabis? 

 

Connect with Ivan Cartagena through Vertical Cannabis

Learn more about cannabis and download our free guidebook on our website 

Follow us on socials @myfeelstate


Thanks to our sponsors: 

Recording studio: Utopia Experience

Thanks to Sean Greene Videography and Soular Designs for producing this video!


Disclaimer: The information presented here is meant for educational purposes only. Medical decisions should not be made based on advertising. Consult a physician on the benefits and risks of specific medical products. Visit our website to schedule a free consultation.

Jun 06, 202323:24
The Hidden Link Between Cannabis Smell & Potency with Max Montrose, President of Trichome Institute, The Feels S4E7

The Hidden Link Between Cannabis Smell & Potency with Max Montrose, President of Trichome Institute, The Feels S4E7

At Feel State, we encourage you to choose the strains that smell best to you rather than hunting THC percentages — and in this episode of The Feels, Max Montrose, President of Trichome Institute, explains why! Max and our host, Jeff Rowse, get into the nitty gritty of how to interpret the smell of your cannabis to predict what effects it may have, the contents of a plant’s trichomes, Max’s thoughts on the sativa/indica paradigm, and more. 


0:00 Welcome and Introduction

0:17 Who is VIBE Cannabis? 

1:28 What is an entheogen? 

2:38 Why is your business focused on trichomes?

4:37 Are there more cannabinoids or terpenes in a trichome?

7:25 What is interpening? 

11:53 Is beta-caryophyllene a terpene or cannabinoid? 

13:55 What is missing from budtender training programs? 

16:43 How do we move away from sativa vs indica? 

18:36 What are some of the most potent compounds in cannabis? 

20:24 What do you think of THC-P and other THC-derivatives? 

24:23 Do you think THC derivatives take away from the legal industry?

26:35 Can cannabinoids and terpenes bind to electrolytes? 


Connect with Max Montrose on Instagram


Learn more about cannabis and download our free guidebook on our website 

Follow us on socials @myfeelstate


Thanks to our sponsors: 

VIBE Cannabis

Recording studio: Utopia Experience


Thanks to Sean Greene Videography and Soular Designs for producing this video!


Disclaimer: The information presented here is meant for educational purposes only. Medical decisions should not be made based on advertising. Consult a physician on the benefits and risks of specific medical products. Visit our website to schedule a free consultation.

May 30, 202330:35
To Vape or Not to Vape Cannabis with Danny Vogler, Co-Founder and President of kuLi vaporizer, The Feels S4E6

To Vape or Not to Vape Cannabis with Danny Vogler, Co-Founder and President of kuLi vaporizer, The Feels S4E6

What goes into designing a great vaporizer? In this episode of The Feels, our host Jeff Rowse dives deep into Danny Vogler’s research and development process for kuLi vaporizer, a locally owned business right here in Florissant, Missouri. They discuss everything from the difference between quartz and ceramic atomizers to how to dispose of lithium batteries and the health impacts of vaporizing versus smoking cannabis. 


0:00 Welcome and Introduction

0:17 Who is Smokiez? 

1:00 Has cannabis always been a part of your life? 

1:33 When did you start kuLi?

2:21 How many prototypes did you create before launching kuLi?

4:15 What made you want to invest in vaporizers?

5:31 Why would a flower smoker like a kuLi vaporizer?

6:00 Is vaporizing healthier than smoking cannabis flower? 

7:11 What kind of battery do kuLi vaporizers use? 

8:08 Do you foresee a shortage of lithium batteries?

9:24 How should you dispose of a lithium battery?  

11:32 How does the kuLi dry herb vaporizer work?

12:52 What makes the kuLi vaporizer unique?

14:20 What’s the difference between quartz and ceramic atomizers?

15:33 What’s the difference between concentrate and flower experiences? 

17:15 What cannabis myth do you want to bust?

18:48 Do you think there will ever be limits on THC percentages? 

20:42 Do cannabis companies have a responsibility to educate? 

21:35 Has recreational legalization impacted the kuLi business?

22:48 How often do you put out a new version of kuLi vaporizer?

23:50 Is there any new vaporizer technology? 

25:07 Do you think vaporizing will ever be more popular than smoking?


Connect with Danny Vogler through kuLi vaporizers


Learn more about cannabis and download our free guidebook on our website 

Follow us on socials @myfeelstate


Thanks to our sponsors: 

Smokiez

Recording studio: Utopia Experience


Thanks to Sean Greene Videography and Soular Designs for producing this video!

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https://www.soulardesigns.com/


Disclaimer: The information presented here is meant for educational purposes only. Medical decisions should not be made based on advertising. Consult a physician on the benefits and risks of specific medical products. Visit our website to schedule a free consultation.

May 23, 202326:28
How to Roll the Perfect Joint with Justin Bricker, Owner of Handwraps, The Feels S4E5

How to Roll the Perfect Joint with Justin Bricker, Owner of Handwraps, The Feels S4E5

Rolling the perfect joint is an art form — and like all great art, your materials can make or break your masterpiece. In this episode of The Feels, our host Jeff Rowse talks with Justin Bricker about his cannabis journey, what led him to begin his own rolling paper company, Handwraps, and the problems he aims to solve with his business.  


0:00 Welcome and Introduction

0:17 Who is Robust Cannabis?

1:34 Who taught you how to use your first joint?

3:46 What made you want to start a rolling paper company?  

5:35 The problem with rolling papers

8:32 Where do you source your rolling papers?

11:38 What makes Handwraps papers different from RAW papers? 

12:35 What are your goals with Handwraps? 

14:56 How has cannabis helped you with Jiu Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts coaching? 

17:01 How do you roll a joint? A demonstration

20:57 What’s the most complicated joint you’ve ever rolled?

22:02 How much did you research the history of rolling papers before starting Handwraps?

23:58 Why is smoking better than vaporizing cannabis?


Connect with Justin Bricker through Handwraps


Learn more about cannabis and download our free guidebook on our website 

Follow us on socials @myfeelstate


Thanks to our sponsors: 

Robust Cannabis

Recording studio: Utopia Experience


Thanks to Sean Greene Videography and Soular Designs for producing this video!


Disclaimer: The information presented here is meant for educational purposes only. Medical decisions should not be made based on advertising. Consult a physician on the benefits and risks of specific medical products. Visit our website to schedule a free consultation.

May 16, 202325:32
The Significance of Cannabis in Hinduism and Ayurvedic Medicine with Dr. Pratistha Strong of Kathmandu Clinic, The Feels S4E4

The Significance of Cannabis in Hinduism and Ayurvedic Medicine with Dr. Pratistha Strong of Kathmandu Clinic, The Feels S4E4

In this episode of The Feels, Jeff talks with Dr. Pratishtha Strong of Kathmandu Clinic about traditional uses of cannabis in the Hindu tradition and Ayurvedic medicine. Dr. Strong explains how bhang is created and used in Holi and Maha Shivaratri celebrations, how she introduces new patients to cannabis medicine, and even shares how she’s seen patient lives change for the better. 


0:00 Welcome and Introduction

0:17 Who is Teal Cannabis? 

1:17 How is a DO different from an MD?

2:15 What is Ayurvedic medicine? 

3:09 How does cannabis fit into Ayurvedic medicine?  

3:58 What forms of cannabis could be found in Nepal?

5:35 Do you incorporate cannabis into your own routine?

6:15 What is bhang?

8:44 Do you think flower is a good option for medical patients?

11:27 Why do you prefer flower over concentrates? 

13:23 What’s a good starting dose of cannabis?

14:33 Are there concerns with combining cannabis and pharmaceuticals?

15:42 How often do you discuss cannabis science with patients?

17:06 How have you seen cannabis change patients’ lives?

19:03 How do you recommend patients use cannabis other than smoking?                

21:44 What kind of edibles do you want to see on the market? 

23:48 What do you think of the sativa, indica, hybrid paradigm?

25:17 What do you think of synthetic cannabinoids like Delta-8 and Delta-10 THC? 


Connect with Dr. Pratistha Strong through Kathmandu Clinic on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn

Learn more about cannabis and download our free guidebook on our website 

Follow us on socials @myfeelstate


Thanks to our sponsors: 

Teal Cannabis

Recording studio: Utopia Experience


Thanks to Sean Greene Videography and Soular Designs for producing this video!


Disclaimer: The information presented here is meant for educational purposes only. Medical decisions should not be made based on advertising. Consult a physician on the benefits and risks of specific medical products. Visit our website to schedule a free consultation.

May 09, 202326:54
How Ice & Water Makes Fire Rosin with Joe Kelly, Extraction Manager at VIBE Cannabis, The Feels S4E3

How Ice & Water Makes Fire Rosin with Joe Kelly, Extraction Manager at VIBE Cannabis, The Feels S4E3

We’ve heard rosin is made with just ice and water, but what does that process actually look like? In this episode of The Feels, Joe Kelly, Extraction Manager at VIBE Cannabis, walks us through what makes good hash, how VIBE creates their hash rosin, and how they ensure consistent and impeccable product quality across batches.


0:00 Welcome and Introduction

0:17 Who is Elitist Urban Agriculture?

1:10 When did you enter the cannabis industry? 

1:49 What kind of experience do you need to become a cannabis extractor? 

2:40 What Colorado experiences have you brought to Missouri?

3:19 How do you build a good lab extraction team? 

3:52 How should people learn more about working in cannabis? 

4:12 What are your responsibilities as the VIBE lab manager?

5:00 How often do you have to tweak the machine settings?

5:33 What extraction method does VIBE use? 

6:04 What kind of equipment do you use for creating rosin? 

6:40 How do you make hash at VIBE?

9:15 How do you turn hash into rosin?

10:10 How do you control the quality of your rosin?

11:04 What’s your favorite form of cannabis consumption?

11:42 Do you think potency levels will eventually be limited in Missouri? 

13:01 How do you educate people about potency levels? 

14:19 What products does VIBE offer right now?

14:51 How do you ensure product quality at VIBE? 

15:57 How do you describe the difference between flower and concentrate effects? 

16:47 What new products is VIBE working on? 


Connect with Joe Kelly through VIBE Cannabis


Learn more about cannabis and download our free guidebook on our website 

Follow us on socials @myfeelstate


Thanks to our sponsors: 

Elitist Urban Agriculture

Recording studio: Utopia Experience


Thanks to Sean Greene Videography and Soular Designs for producing this video!


Disclaimer: The information presented here is meant for educational purposes only. Medical decisions should not be made based on advertising. Consult a physician on the benefits and risks of specific medical products. Visit our website to schedule a free consultation.

May 02, 202318:20
Busting Myths About Edibles with Dr. Stephanie Cernicek, Chief Science Officer of Mana Supply Co., The Feels S4E2

Busting Myths About Edibles with Dr. Stephanie Cernicek, Chief Science Officer of Mana Supply Co., The Feels S4E2

In this episode of The Feels, we dive deep into edible extraction methods with Mana Supply Co.’s Chief Science Officer, Dr. Stephanie Cernicek. Dr. Cernicek breaks down misconceptions about hydrocarbon extraction, the difference between formulating THC- and CBD-dominant products, and even shares her insight on whether or not an edible can really be “sativa,” “indica,” or “hybrid.” 


0:00 Welcome and Introduction

0:24 Meet Dr. Stephanie Cernicek 

0:52 What do you do as a Chief Science Officer? 

1:58 What extraction methods do you use? 

3:08 Is there a stigma around residual solvents in concentrates?

4:29 How are Kosmik cannabis gummies made?

6:36 The intention behind Mana’s MiDose cannabis line 

7:35 Do indica and sativa plants impact distillate edible effects?

8:42 What is live resin? 

9:33 Are lipids and flavonoids good for anything?

10:11 What is the difference between RSO and FECO? 

10:55 What do you think of the sativa, indica, hybrid paradigm?

12:03 Is there a difference between formulating THC- and CBD-dominant products?

13:33 Do you see any new extraction methods on the horizon?  

14:35 What cannabis myth would you like busted? 

15:02 What do you think of synthetic cannabinoids like Delta-8 THC? 

18:08 Efforts in standardizing labels across the cannabis industry 

19:35 What information do you think should be on a cannabis label?

21:12 What advice do you have for people who want to try Mana edibles? 

21:59 How often do you recommend people take a tolerance break? 

22:40 Would you say smoking concentrates is cleaner than flower? 


Connect with Dr. Stephanie Cernicek through Mana Supply Co


Learn more about cannabis and download our free guidebook on our website 

Follow us on socials @myfeelstate


Thanks to our sponsors: kuLi vaporizers & Robust Cannabis

Recording studio: Utopia Experience


Thanks to Sean Greene Videography and Soular Designs for producing this video!


Disclaimer: The information presented here is meant for educational purposes only. Medical decisions should not be made based on advertising. Consult a physician on the benefits and risks of specific medical products. Visit our website to schedule a free consultation.

Apr 25, 202324:02
From Terrapin to Elevate: How Missouri Cannabis Brands Evolve with Chris Issinghoff, Director of Quality Assurance, The Feels S4E1

From Terrapin to Elevate: How Missouri Cannabis Brands Evolve with Chris Issinghoff, Director of Quality Assurance, The Feels S4E1

Have you noticed that your favorite Terrapin products are now branded as Elevate Missouri? If you’ve been curious about Elevate’s rebrand, this episode of The Feels will answer all your questions! From old and new genetics coming soon to growing techniques and packaging redesign plans, Elevate Missouri’s Director of Quality Assurance, Chris Issinghoff, shares their story and where they’re taking the company in 2023. 


0:00 Welcome and Introduction

0:17 Who is Mana Supply Company?

1:27 How Terrapin became Elevate in Missouri 

2:57 New genetics coming to Elevate Missouri 

4:28 What do you do as the Director of Quality Assurance?

5:18 What kind of soil do you use to grow?

6:26 What challenges do you have growing cannabis indoors? 

7:41 Are you going to include terpenes on your new packaging? 

8:31 Rebranding Double Bear Concentrates 

9:30 What kind of extraction methods do you use?

10:13 When did you first start using cannabis as medicine? 

12:22 What market trends have you seen evolve over time? 

14:29 What do you see as the future of cannabis?

16:56 Who is involved with Elevate Missouri?

17:53 Do you plan to expand your dispensary locations? 

18:37 What did you do to prepare for Adult Use in Missouri? 

20:32 Is there anything in the proposed rules that you hope will change?


Connect with Chris Issinghoff through Elevate Missouri


Learn more about cannabis and download our free guidebook on our website 

Follow us on socials @myfeelstate


Thanks to our sponsors: 

Mana Supply Co

Recording studio: Utopia Experience


Thanks to Sean Greene Videography and Soular Designs for producing this video!


Disclaimer: The information presented here is meant for educational purposes only. Medical decisions should not be made based on advertising. Consult a physician on the benefits and risks of specific medical products. Visit our website to schedule a free consultation.

Apr 20, 202327:04
Touring a Clean Green Certified Farm with Tyler Hannegan and Andrea Miller at Robust Cannabis, The Feels S3E9

Touring a Clean Green Certified Farm with Tyler Hannegan and Andrea Miller at Robust Cannabis, The Feels S3E9

What’s it look like to grow cannabis organically? On this season finale of The Feels, we’re diving deep into what makes Robust Cannabis different from other farms in Missouri. Host Jeff Rowse speaks with Robust’s Co-Owner, Founder and Operator, Tyler Hannegan, and Director of Cultivation, Andrea Miller about their Clean Green Certified and Certified Kind cultivation practices — including everything from their living soil to hand watering their plants, pest management, and more! 

0:00 Welcome and Introduction
1:40 What kind of impact has Robust had on the local Cuba community?
2:15 A deep dive into Robust’s living soil
7:56 Touring Robust’s vegetation room
10:25 Introducing Robust’s Director of Cultivation, Andrea Miller
11:08 What’s Andrea’s favorite plant to grow?
12:22 Why does Andrea smoke only organic cannabis?
13:47 What’s the difference between being Clean Green Certified versus Kind Certified?
15:30 How do you transition from growing cannabis at home to growing commercially?
17:32 What kind of pest management does Robust use for their cannabis plants?
18:59 Why Robust hand waters their plants
19:42 Why does Robust use living soil to grow cannabis?
20:48 How did you choose the varietals you’re growing?
22:36 What kind of cannabis flower are Robust’s pre-rolls made with?
23:30 Robust is working on solventless products
24:06 What other cannabis products are you working on at Robust?
24:55 Closing and thanks

Learn more about cannabis and download our free guidebook on our website

Follow us on socials @myfeelstate

LINK: Robust Cannabis

LINK: Nomad World Ctzn

LINK: Sean Greene Videography

LINK: Kristen Williams Designs

Disclaimer: The information presented here is meant for educational purposes only. Medical decisions should not be made based on advertising. Consult a physician on the benefits and risks of specific medical products. Visit our website to schedule a free consultation.

Nov 15, 202226:02
Helping your Home Grow Thrive with Zach Post, Co-Owner of Elite Home Growers, The Feels S3E8

Helping your Home Grow Thrive with Zach Post, Co-Owner of Elite Home Growers, The Feels S3E8

If you’ve ever tried growing your own cannabis at home, you know there are a lot of ways to get the job done — and it can be really overwhelming to figure out the best way to tackle it. In this episode of The Feels, we chat with Co-Owner of Elite Home Growers, Zach Post, about how his business was built to support patients in having complete control over their medicine. Elite Home Growers helps patients get set up to grow cannabis at home with the right equipment based on their individual needs and commitment levels, and they even do follow-up visits to help with any issues that may arise as they get to growing. 

0:00 Welcome and Introduction
0:50 Starting a cannabis career in Las Vegas
3:21 Who was your cannabis mentor?
4:46 When did you start Elite Homegrowers?
5:54 What are the different ways you can grow cannabis at home?
7:09 How often do you go back to someone’s grow to help them out?
7:37 What are some common pitfalls when growing cannabis at home?
9:51 What’s the most successful grow you’ve helped set up?
11:15 Which grow are you most proud of having helped set up?
11:38 About the St. Louis Science Center Hemp Exhibit
14:29 Tell us about your new brand, Elitist
16:45 Licensing the Elitist brand
20:45 What do you do as post-harvest Manager for CAMP Cannabis?
23:33 How do you know when cannabis is done curing?
27:40 Closing and thanks 

Connect with Zach Post through Elite Homegrowers: https://www.elitehg.org/ https://www.instagram.com/zppost/ 

Learn more about cannabis and download our free guidebook on our website Follow us on socials @myfeelstate

LINK: Lush Labs

LINK: Utopia Experience Recording Studio

LINK: DONT TRIAD CO

LINK: Sean Greene Videography

LINK: Kristen Williams Designs

Disclaimer: The information presented here is meant for educational purposes only. Medical decisions should not be made based on advertising. Consult a physician on the benefits and risks of specific medical products. Visit our website to schedule a free consultation.

Nov 07, 202229:30
Jade M. Catta-Preta, Comedian, Host & Actress, shares about her Relationship with Cannabis on The Feels From A Distance

Jade M. Catta-Preta, Comedian, Host & Actress, shares about her Relationship with Cannabis on The Feels From A Distance

Cannabis is often used by artists to enhance creativity — and this week on The Feels, we get to hear from Comedian, Host and Actress Jade M. Catta-Preta about her relationship with cannabis and creativity. Jade dives into her writing process, her favorite ways to use cannabis, and even some stories from her cannabis-related comedy appearances on Cooked with Cannabis, Vice’s Bong Appétit, Getting Doug with High.

0:00 Welcome and Introduction
1:15 Tell us about being on Secret Lives
3:04 What was your first time smoking California cannabis like?
3:47 How do you use cannabis?
5:43 Does CBD enhance the effects of THC?
7:28 What’s the difference between eating and smoking cannabis?
9:25 About Jade’s latest show, Hotties
12:20 About Jaded, a new YouTube special
13:44 How is your comedy routine changing?
15:00 Do you ever write jokes while high?
15:45 Do you ever get on the stage while high?
16:27 What are your favorite times to use cannabis?
17:14 The interesting psychology of reality TV
18:28 Who are some of your comedic heroes?
19:16 Stories from cannabis comedy roles
22:12 When did you last take a tolerance break?
23:47 How often do you go to the dispensary in California?

Learn more about cannabis and download our free guidebook on our websiteFollow us on socials @myfeelstate

LINK: Connect with Jade M. Catta-Preta

LINK: Robust Cannabis

LINK: Sean Greene Videography

LINK: Soular Designs

Disclaimer: The information presented here is meant for educational purposes only. Medical decisions should not be made based on advertising. Consult a physician on the benefits and risks of specific medical products. Visit our website to schedule a free consultation.

Oct 31, 202227:32
Creating a New Cannabis Legacy with Adolphus Busch V, Co-Owner of Teal & High Five, The Feels S3E7

Creating a New Cannabis Legacy with Adolphus Busch V, Co-Owner of Teal & High Five, The Feels S3E7

Adolphus Busch V is carrying on his family legacy — but instead of alcohol, he’s pioneering cannabis. In this episode of The Feels, Adolphus shares what led him to this new industry and how his family reacted. He dives into behind-the-scenes business decisions around the two Missouri companies that he co-owns, Teal and High Five, plus he shares some of his personal preferences and thoughts on where the industry is headed. 

0:00 Welcome and Introduction
0:33 When did you decide to get into cannabis?
1:45 How did your family react when you decided to get into cannabis?
2:23 Why did you decide to focus on edibles and concentrates?
3:27 Can you tell us about new products at High Five?
4:01 How do you decide on new cannabis flavors to produce?
5:19 How did you choose the name Teal Cannabis?
8:27 Where does the name “High Five” come from?
9:54 Why did you decide to use botanical terpenes in your vape pens?
11:57 Do you think the industry should shift away from Sativa, Indica, Hybrid?
15:16 How can you tell if a product is high quality when shopping?
19:58 What’s your favorite kind of concentrate?
21:28 Are concentrates truly hash?
23:08 What tools do you dab with?
24:32 Do you think concentrates will ever be more popular than flower?
25:35 Are concentrates healthier than smoking flower?
26:59 Thanks and closing

Connect with Adolphus Busch V through Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adolphusbuschv 

Learn more about cannabis and download our free guidebook on our website Follow us on socials @myfeelstate

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LINK: Utopia Experience Recording Studio

LINK: A.I.G.H.T. Clothing

LINK: Sean Greene Videography

LINK: Kristen Williams Designs

Disclaimer: The information presented here is meant for educational purposes only. Medical decisions should not be made based on advertising. Consult a physician on the benefits and risks of specific medical products. Visit our website to schedule a free consultation.

Oct 24, 202228:37
Understanding Industrial Hemp with James Forbes, Co-Owner of Tiger Fiber, The Feels S3 Ep. 6

Understanding Industrial Hemp with James Forbes, Co-Owner of Tiger Fiber, The Feels S3 Ep. 6

Hemp vs “Industrial Hemp” — have you ever wondered what the difference between the two is? In this episode of The Feels, Co-Owner of Tiger Fiber James Forbes helps us understand what these terms really mean and dives into the process of manufacturing industrial hemp for use in everything from buildings and cars to animal bedding.

0:00 Welcome and Introduction
0:35 What’s the difference between hemp and industrial hemp?
2:18 How did Tiger Fiber begin?
5:41 How many hemp processing facilities are there in the country?
6:46 Can hemp really be grown in any climate?
8:41 Do you deal with pests when growing hemp?
11:11 How is hemp processed?
15:12 How different grades of hemp are used
15:30 How is your hemp being used?
18:16 What’s your opinion on the 2023 Farm Bill?
20:40 How do you convince farmers that hemp is not “dope”?
23:55 Why is your hemp baled in different colors?
24:46 What happens to a crop that tests higher than 0.3% THC?
26:21 Closing and thanks

Learn more about cannabis and download our free guidebook on our website

Follow us on socials @myfeelstate

LINK: Tiger Fiber Hemp

LINK: Robust Cannabis

LINK: Utopia Experience Recording Studio

LINK: Nomad World Ctzn

LINK: Sean Greene Videography

LINK: Kristen Williams Designs

Disclaimer: The information presented here is meant for educational purposes only. Medical decisions should not be made based on advertising. Consult a physician on the benefits and risks of specific medical products. Visit our website to schedule a free consultation.

Oct 17, 202227:57
Natural Healing using Cannabis Chemistry with Dr. Jamila Owens-Todd, The Feels S3E5

Natural Healing using Cannabis Chemistry with Dr. Jamila Owens-Todd, The Feels S3E5

In this episode of The Feels, Dr. Jamila Owens-Todd shares how her love of being in a lab has led her to consulting on cannabis science for countless companies — both her own and others. Dr. Owens-Todd started the Meridian Institute for Naturopathic Therapies to meld her passions for plant medicine and chemistry while encouraging people to get involved in their own healing, right in their very own kitchens. Now, she is also an Adjunct Professor at SLU’s Cannabis and Science Operations programs, plus is the Chief Science Officer at MiDose.

0:00 Welcome and Introduction
0:36 Where does your love of chemistry come from?
2:10 What is naturopathic medicine?
3:20 Starting the Meridian Institute for Naturopathic Therapies
3:47 Formulating natural products
4:51 When did you start working with cannabis?
7:00 What terpene profiles work best for you?
7:41 We’ve been using terpenes for eons
9:02 What are your thoughts on Sativa vs Indica?
10:21 Strain vs Cultivar vs Chemovar vs Chemotype
13:40 Teaching Cannabis Pharmacology at University
14:40 Full vs Broad Spectrum Products
17:19 What’s the difference between a Chief Science Operator and Lab Manager?
19:30 What’s a good starting dose of cannabis for a new patient?
21:21 What’s the best dosing method for new patients?
22:01 What’s your preferred method of cannabis extraction?
25:05 Closing and Thanks

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Oct 10, 202227:31
The Place Where Buds Go to Meet with Brennan England, Owner of Cola Lounge, The Feels S3E4

The Place Where Buds Go to Meet with Brennan England, Owner of Cola Lounge, The Feels S3E4

Cannabis consumption lounges are still pretty new — and Brennan England is one of the first pioneering this business model in Missouri with one of his many business endeavors, the Cola Lounge. In this episode of The Feels, Brennan talks with Jeff about everything from how his CBD seltzer supports his networking business, STL Cannabis Club, to his research and development process for the Cola Lounge and even his thoughts on how Missouri’s industry could better support minorities.

0:00 Welcome and Introduction
1:10 Brennan’s CBD Seltzer
5:14 Founding Cola Lounge
7:00 How does Cola Lounge reflect cannabis culture?
8:59 What research did you do before opening Cola Lounge?
10:51 How do you staff the lounge?
11:12 The new & improved Cola Lounge
12:50 The future of cannabis lounges in Missouri
15:03 Cannabis events at Cola Lounge
18:31 Goals for Minorities for Medical Marijuana M4MM
21:36 How could the Missouri cannabis market be improved?
23:37 Teaching at SLU’s Cannabis and Science Operations Program
25:48 Closing and thanks

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Oct 03, 202227:29
Cannabis Concentrates with Cory Sanson, Co-Owner of Cúrador, The Feels S3E3

Cannabis Concentrates with Cory Sanson, Co-Owner of Cúrador, The Feels S3E3

Sep 26, 202228:54
A Doctor’s Perspective on Cannabis Medicine with Dr. Allison Walsh, Owner of St. Louis Women's Lifestyle Solutions, The Feels S3E2

A Doctor’s Perspective on Cannabis Medicine with Dr. Allison Walsh, Owner of St. Louis Women's Lifestyle Solutions, The Feels S3E2

It’s hard to find a doctor who truly knows cannabis — but Dr. Allison Walsh, owner of St. Louis Women's Lifestyle Solutions, is deeply knowledgeable. In this episode of The Feels, Jeff Rowse sits down with Dr. Walsh to discuss how her practice supports women who have not found success with other treatments to find relief with cannabis therapies.  

0:00 What is St. Louis Women's Lifestyle Solutions?
0:37 Why did you choose to focus solely on women?
1:03 How can cannabis help women?
1:40 Has your practice changed much since MMJ in Missouri?
2:12 How do you get past the stigma with first time cannabis patients?
3:01 How in-depth are your cannabis consultations?
5:19 Are patients using synthetic cannabinoids?
6:23 What about cannabis stands out to you?
7:01 What science do we need to make cannabis prescriptions?
9:35 How do you think info should appear on cannabis labels?
10:13 How much did you learn about cannabis in medical school?
12:10 How many of your colleagues are on board with cannabis?
14:06 Teaching at SLU’s Cannabis Science Operations Program
14:56 How we’ll get the cannabis science we need
16:13 What do you see for the future of cannabis?
16:59 Closing remarks and thanks

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Sep 19, 202218:24
Building a Dispensary for Everyone with Mitch Greene, Feel State Dispensaries, The Feels S3E1

Building a Dispensary for Everyone with Mitch Greene, Feel State Dispensaries, The Feels S3E1

Join Jeff Rowse for his conversation with Feel State Co-Owner Mitch Greene about the origin of Feel State Dispensaries, his experiences in the cannabis industry before Feel State, and what he does at Robust Cannabis as their Director of Post-Harvest and Sales. 

This episode kicks off our third season of The Feels. We loved live streaming seasons one and two (check out our YouTube for past episodes), but we're excited to switch things up for this next chapter! Shout out to Utopia Experience for letting us record (and sesh!) at their studio in St. Louis, Missouri. 

0:00 Welcome
0:50 Introducing Mitch Greene
1:48 The origin of Feel State
4:52 How a friend getting arrested changed things
7:09 Experiences in other legal markets
9:20 Brands before Feel State
12:02 Building the Feel State Dispensary brand
15:08 Feel State's core values
16:09 What's your criteria for choosing flower to carry in-store?
18:38 Choosing Robust flower for patients vs manufacturing
21:02 Genotype vs phenotype in cannabis
21:30 Why did Robust decide to grow from seed instead of clone?
22:56 What's harvest day look like at Robust?
26:51 Cracking stems to determine readiness
28:35 Closing remarks & thanks

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Sep 09, 202230:04