The Truth In Cannabis Podcast

How CBD helped a "Medical Mystery" feat. Erica Valdez

On this episode of the Truth In Cannabis Podcast, Joaquin sits down with one of his long-time case studies, Erica Valdez, to review her medical journey and how CBD has played it's part along the way. Erica is an actor, who deserves the opportunity to be able to practice and perform comfortably while faced with chronic illness. Most of us take for granted our ability to perform normal activities, while Erica is grateful to be able to go on a hike, or climb stairs, and have a taste of the quality of life that she deserves. This podcast take's a deep look into the patient perspective when managing chronic illness and gain perspective that many in the industry often overlook. This is what it's all about. Cannabis research still has a long way to go, but stories like Erica's make the push well worth the effort. Erica can be reached at https://www.instagram.com/ericancole/

Dialing in on Soil Science feat. Michael Melendrez & Sam Ruhala

Following up our first annual Southern New Mexico Cannabis Cultivation Conference, we were fortunate to have an interview with Sam Ruhala of Cinderite & Michael Melendrez of Soil Science. These guys take a deep dive into regenerative farming practices focused on soil health. Listen & learn to hear of the benefits of mycorrhiza, fungi, and other great soil amendments and how they impact the newly legalized cannabis industry in New Mexico. For more information, please contact Michael Melendrez or Sam Ruhala at https://www.soilsecrets.com/ https://www.cinderite.com/ email: sam@cinderite.com ; michael@soilsecrets.com

Develop & Retain High Performing Cannabis Employees feat. Rebecca Deans

What’s goin on 2021! Although the podcast was on a little break, we’ve been working hard here at Pharmtrue slowly gaining momentum in the New Mexico cannabis industry. As we roll out legalization of cannabis in NM in 2021, we are beginning the year with the Southern NM Cannabis Cultivation Conference! We found a great speaker to help our businesses succeed as NM prepares to “walk through the white door” of legal cannabis. Rebecca Deans is the founder of the Office Alchemist. This company focuses on employee development. As Rebecca puts, the Cannabis industry is booming. Competition is intense and it is vital that your company and reputation stand on a strong foundation. Company culture is the uniqueness of your workforce that creates the longevity and legacy of your business. Confident employees make fewer mistakes. Well trained employees will save you time and money. Take a listen as Joaquin interviews Rebecca. To contact her directly please reach out via: https://officealchemist.com

Field-trip to Keeler Family Farms feat. Catlin Keeler and Travis Knoop

On this episode, Joaquin & Trey drove to Deming, New Mexico, and toured the greenhouse and hemp processing operation at Keeler Family Farms. They have been farming for generations and entered the hemp industry in 2019. They shared their struggles and successes with us, as well as their outlook on the industry and plan for the future. Find them on Facebook or Instagram @keelerfamilyfarms

Cannabis in Pharmacy - Dr Swathi Varanasi talks about the first PGY1 residency implementing cannabis

On this episode of the Truth in Cannabis Podcast, we jump down the pharmacy rabbit hole as we interview Dr. Swathi Varanasi, PharmD, and learn about her journey as the first PGY1 pharmacy resident implementing medical cannabis in her practice. Upon graduation from pharmacy school, Dr. Swathi Varanasi and Dr. Pam Tarlow forged a professional partnership to create the first-ever PGY1 Integrative Health Pharmacy Residency (IHPRx) program in the country. As the co-founder and inaugural resident, she is specializing in nutrition, medical cannabis, pharmacogenomics, and leadership/entrepreneurship. Join us on this journey as we learn how medical cannabis is being brought into pharmacy education from the top down. She can be found on LinkedIn and https://www.doctorswathi.com/about https://www.cannabisclinicians.org