BIOACTIVE
Episodes
Cannabis and Traumatic Brain Injuries with guest Nikki Lawley
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Riley Kirk welcomes Nikki Lawley to the podcast to discuss the transformative role of medical cannabis in managing traumatic brain injury (TBI), s...
Beyond Caffeine: The Hidden Chemistry of Coffee with Dr. Steven Helschien (Dr. Coffee)
06 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
There are all sorts of misconceptions about coffee — that it dehydrates you, that it’s bad for your heart, or that caffeine is the only thing happ...
How Fast-Acting Products Actually Work with Harold Han, PhD
20 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Riley Kirk welcomes Dr. Harold Han, Chief Science Officer and Co-Founder of Vertosa to explore the fascinating world of the science powering moder...
Schedule 3, Hemp Bans, and Cannabis Law with Thomas Howard
06 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Bioactive Podcast, Dr. Riley Kirk welcomes cannabis attorney and legalization advocate Tom Howard to unpack the complexities of...
The Untapped World of Acidic Cannabinoids with Dr. Bid
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Bioactive Podcast, Dr. Hemant Bid joins Dr. Riley Kirk discussing the often-overlooked world of acidic cannabinoids aka Raw or ...
Cannabis Question and Answer Sesh!
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Bioactive Podcast, Dr. Riley Kirk shares a 2025 year-in-review and announces exciting news about teaching a cannabis chemistry ...
Indoor Grow Tips, Mastering the Dry and Cure and Community Q&A with Jordan River from Growcast
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Riley Kirk has Jordan River on the podcast to discuss the intricacies of indoor cannabis cultivation, sharing personal experiences and insights on...
THC Infused Beverages: New Data from MoreBetter
14 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Bioactive Podcast, Dr. Riley Kirk and Dr. Miyabe Shields dive into the world’s largest study on infused cannabis beverages, e...
Going To College to Become a Cannabis Scientist with Guest Alex Eckman
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alex Eckman shares his journey in the cannabis industry, from being a medical patient to pursuing a degree in cannabis chemistry at Lake Superior Stat...
My Birth/ Postpartum Journey (So Far)
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
CONTENT WARNING: IF YOU HAVE STRUGGLED WITH A DIFFICULT BIRTH EXPERIENCE THIS STORY MAY NOT BE BENEFICIAL TO LISTEN TO Dr. Riley Kirk shares her post...
Flavonoids in Cannabis: Introducing Cannflavins
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Riley Kirk welcomes international cannabis consultant, researcher, and author Russ Hudson to explore the fascinating world of flavonoids—an ofte...
Cannabis and Geriatric Care with Dr. Janice Makela, MD PART TWO: Sleep & Mental Health
19 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In part two of Dr. Riley Kirk's conversation with Dr. Janice Makela, MD, they delve into the complexities of cannabis use among the elderly, discussi...
Cannabis and Geriatric Care with Dr. Janice Makela
05 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Host Dr. Riley Kirk is joined by Dr. Janice Makela, MD for part one of a two part episode; the conversation was so interesting they couldn't cut it sh...
Dry Herb Vaping with Jürgen Bickel | STORZ & BICKEL + Volcano & Mighty Giveaway
22 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Bioactive Podcast, I sit down with Jürgen Bickel, Managing Director and Co-Founder of STORZ & BICKEL, the legendary German c...
Devin Melnyk: From Grower to Cannabis Tech Start Up
08 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Devin Melnyk shares his journey from the gray market of cannabis cultivation to working with one of the largest licensed producers in Canada. He discu...
Cannabis is Personalized Medicine with Lauren Avenius at Mary Jane Berlin
25 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week we are headed to Germany, this podcast was recorded at the world's largest cannabis expo called Mary Jane Berlin. I had the opportunity to j...
How Animals Medicate with Dr. Jaap De Roode
11 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, host Dr. Riley Kirk and guest Dr. Jaap De Roode discuss the fascinating field of zoo pharmacognosy, exploring how animals medica...
#NAPTIME with Dr. Miyabe Shields: Exploring Cannabis Science and Community
27 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for a deep dive into the world of cannabis science with Dr. Miyabe Shields and host Dr. Riley Kirk cofounders of the Network of Applied Pharma...
Cannabis, Pregnancy, Fertility and Breastfeeding: A neuropharmacologist’s perspective with Dr. Michele Ross
13 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Dr. Michele Ross discusses the complexities of cannabis use during pregnancy, sharing her personal experiences and insights as a...
What Happens When A Stoner Scientist Gets Pregnant... My Journey So Far
30 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Riley Kirk shares her personal journey through pregnancy, focusing on her experiences with cannabis use, tapering down her consumpti...
The Amazing Coevolution of Monarch Butterflies and Milkweed Plants with Dr. Anurag Agrawal
16 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Host Dr. Riley Kirk and Dr. Anurag Agrawal discuss the intricate relationship between monarch butterflies and milkweed, explorin...
Figuring out how THC works in the brain with Dr. Allyn Howlett
02 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Bioactive Podcast, Dr. Allyn Howlett—renowned neuroscientist and pioneer in cannabinoid research—shares her groundbreaking ...
The Science Behind how CBD Works in the Brain with guest Dr. Josh Kaplan
18 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Dr. Riley Kirk and Dr. Josh Kaplan delve into the complexities of cannabis research, particularly focusing on CBD and its therap...
The Science of the Dry and Cure Process with David Sandelman from Cannatrol
04 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Bioactive Podcast, Dr. Riley Kirk interviews David Sandelman from Cannatrol, delving into the intricate processes of drying and...
Homegrow Made Easy with Jordan River from Growcast
21 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Jordan River shares his journey into the cannabis industry, emphasizing the importance of home growing and the concept of Overgr...
Choosing the Right Cannabis Seeds with Dan Nelson from Happy Valley Genetics
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Bioactive Podcast, Dr. Riley Kirk and Dan Nelson from Happy Valley Genetics discuss the importance of home growing cannabis and...
Cannabis Medical Cards with Dr. June Chin from Leafwell
21 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Bioactive Podcast, Dr. Riley Kirk speaks with Dr. June Chin, Chief Medical Officer at Leafwell, about the evolving landscape of...
How to Evaluate Quality Cannabis With Certified Ganjier Elizabeth Sage
07 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Bioactive Podcast, host Dr. Riley Kirk sits down with Elizabeth Sage who is a certified Ganjier- which is essentially the weed ...
Unlocking the Secrets of Hop Latent Viroid in Cannabis: Dr. Ali Bektaş
24 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Bioactive Podcast, host Dr. Riley Kirk dives deep into groundbreaking cannabis science with world-renowned molecular biologist ...
Cannabis Suppositories with Nurse Megan Mbengue
10 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Bioactive, Dr. Riley Kirk sits down with Megan Mbengue, RN, MS. Megan is the owner of the cannabis company The Trusted Cannabis Nur...
Top Cannabis Research From 2024 & What's New for Bioactive in 2025!
27 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
🌱 In this episode of Bioactive, host Dr. Riley Kirk dives into her favorite cannabis research publications from 2024, sharing groundbreaking insigh...
Smuggling Cannabis: Tales and Tribulations with Ken Behr
13 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this engaging conversation, Ken Behr shares his remarkable journey from a dyslexic child who struggled in school to a successful writer and former ...
Lit and Legit: Breaking the Stigma Surrounding Women in Media and Cannabis Use
29 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Host Riley Kirk interviews Sarah Burke, the founder of Women in Media Network and her new producer! They explore the intersection of cannabis, scien...
FIRST New York Cannabis Event & Research Updates #NAPTIME with Dr. Miyabe Shields
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Miyabe Shields and Dr. Riley Kirk: Leaders in Cannabis and Natural Products Research Dr. Miyabe Shields and Dr. Riley Kirk, co-founders of the non...
The Science and Magic of Sungrown Cannabis
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
🌱 The Science and Magic of Sungrown Cannabis | Bioactive Podcast 🌱 Join Dr. Riley Kirk and an inspiring panel of experts — Tina Gordon, Lindsa...
The Expanded Entourage Effect: Curating your cannabis experience with your consumption method
18 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How Consumption Methods Affect Cannabis Chemistry | Dr. Riley Kirk | Bioactive Podcast In this episode of the Bioactive Podcast, Dr. Riley Kirk break...
Understanding Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS) with Dr. Codi Peterson, & Megan Mbengue
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Bioactive Podcast, we dive deep into a lesser-known but serious condition known as Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS). Join...
How to avoid moldy weed with Jini Glaros, MS
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this video, Riley interviews Jini Glaros, the Chief Science Officer (CSO) at Modern Canna, about groundbreaking research on the relationship betwee...
A Philosopher's Guide to the Cannabis Industry with Jason Wilson
06 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Riley Kirk is joined by Jason Wilson, MS on this episode of Bioactive. The two share many interests in self-exploration of the brain with drugs, n...
Breeding Cannabis for Unique Smells with Twinkle Paryani
23 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Riley sits down for the second time with reserach scientist Twinkle Paryani from Abstrax Tech. Twinkle recently wrote a paper titled "Nonterpenoid Che...
Microbiology Testing for Cannabis Products with Morgan Boyle
09 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s episode, Dr. Riley Kirk discusses microbial testing for cannabis products in the legal industry. This is a different conversation tha...
Tips to Using Cannabis for Exercise with Dr. Whitney Ogle
26 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Dr. Riley Kirk interviews researcher Dr. Whitney Ogle about using cannabis for exercise, Dr. Ogle is passionate about this subject bec...
Alex Halperin: Illegal Pesticides in Legal Cannabis
12 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s episode, Dr. Riley Kirk discusses illegal pesticides found in legal California cannabis products with Alex Halperin, the founder of W...
Out-Of-Bioactive-Office
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Riley Kirk here letting you know that I'm taking a quick focus break to hit some deadlines for the book I'm writing, but I do have a few announcem...
#NAPTIME NECANN BOSTON
17 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to another episode of #NAPTIME with Dr.Miyabe Shields and Dr. Riley Kirk (host of Bioactive). On these episodes the two stoner scientists...
An Introduction to Cannabis Nutrients with Tanya Funk
10 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode Dr. Riley Kirk and guest Tanya Funk dive in to the basics of providing nutrients to cannabis plants. This can look many ways ...
Cannabis and Oral Health with Stacy Bobak
03 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Todays episode is all about oral health with the talented educator and communicator Stacy Bobak. Stacy is a Registered Dental Hygienist and Certified...
Standardizing the Cannabis Industry with Darwin Millard
26 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How do we standardize an industry that is known as the wild west? It's definitely difficult to implement standards in the cannabis industry but people...
#NAPTIME Nova Scotia, Canada with Dr. Miyabe Shields
12 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Network of Applied Pharmacognosy is a reserach non-profit formed by Dr. Miyabe Shields and Dr. Riley Kirk. The goal of the nonprofit is to provide...
The Lost art of Hashish with Madame Cannoli & Kevin McGovern
02 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kimberly Hooks, CEO of Frenchy Cannoli Brand and Kevin McGovern owner of First Harvest Hemp join Riley to talk about the history of hashish and the pr...
Cannabis and End-Of-Life Care with Dr. Rasean Hodge, MD
29 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Where does cannabis play a role in end-of-life care? Today Riley speaks with Dr. Rasean Hodge, MD. Dr. Hodge has worked with a large diversity of pati...
Wildlife Biology with Jake!
21 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If there's two things Jake and I love talking about its moose and chaga! This episode we finally dive deep into both subjects. Jake talks about his gr...
The Science Of Smokeability: Insights on Quantifying the Smoking Experience #CRAPTIME
12 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Science of Smokeability is a collaboration study between Dr. Allison Justice & Ashley Manning from the Cannabis Research Coalition Dr. Miyabe Shie...
Everything you need to know about THCA with Liz Peterson from Canvast Supply Co.
09 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The THCA market is taking the US by storm, but what is it? and how is it legal? Todays guest is Liz Peterson who is the head of operations at Canvast ...
#NAPTIME Nashville, TN with Dr. Miyabe Shields
05 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is funded by our cannabis reserach and education non-profit called the Network of Applied Pharmacognosy (NAP). If you want to learn more ...
Cannabis and Metabolism with Dr. Jonathan Fields
23 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Jonathan Fields discusses the connection of cannabis and metabolism. He recently authored a paper in AJEM (American Journal of Endocannabinoid Med...
Cannabis Advocacy with Karen O'Keefe
16 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Karen O'Keefe is a lawyer and an advocate for cannabis. Karen works for the Marijuana Policy Project (MPP) that aims to change laws across the US asso...
Cannabis & Pharmacy with Dr. Codi Peterson
10 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Nothing in this podcast is EVER medical advice, consult your physician before adding or changing your routine. This episode is all about the pharmacis...
#NAPTIME with Dr. Miyabe Shields
03 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
NAPTIME with Dr. Miyabe Shields. Thank you to MCR labs for sponsoring this episode and donating to NAP: https://mcrlabs.com/ Nothing in this podcast i...
DMT and the Visual Cortex with Zeus Tipado
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Nothing discussed in this podcast is ever medical advice. Zeus Tipado is a Ph.D. candidate researcher at University of Maastricht in the Netherlands. ...
Cannabis and Exercise with Dr. Angela Bryan
20 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Nothing discussed in this podcast is EVER medical advice, consult your physician for medical needs. Recent article summarizing Dr. Bryan's reserach: h...
Adaptogens, Poetry, and Navigating Cannabis with Chase Huff
12 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to season 3 of Bioactive! As always, nothing discussed in this podcast is medical advice, this is only opinion. Consult your doctor for a...
Cheese Science with Madelyn Varela
22 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Nothing in this podcast is medical advice EVER. THE LAST EPISODE OF 2023, JUST IN TIME TO MAKE YOUR HOLIDAY CHARCUTERIE BOARD. Thank you all for liste...
Fiber hemp, narcolepsy, and veteran use with Steven Philpott Jr.
19 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Nothing in this podcast is medical advice, consult your doctor for that. In this episode we learn about some new research with fiber cannabis, veteran...
#NAPTIME CBG and anxiety, Vegas, and Survey Data with Dr. Miyabe Shields
08 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Riley and Miyabe dive into the most recent peer reviewed study on CBG and anxiety, our recent trip to Vegas for the largest cannabis e...
Poisons and Venoms with Dr. Seth Coleman
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Nothing in this podcast is medical advice, personal opinion only. Thank you to the patrons of this podcast for making it possible and everyone who has...
Cannabis and Heart Disease with Dr. Benjamin Caplan
10 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Recent news stories by CNN and other big media companies have began publishing fear-mongering articles about two recent ABSTRACTS that have not been f...
We Launched a Cannabis Research Nonprofit! #NAPTIME w/ Dr. Miyabe Shields
03 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This weeks episode is all about our newly launched Cannabis research nonprofit called the Network of Applied Pharmacognosy (NAP). Miyabe and I co-foun...
The Science of Smell with Twinkle Paryani from Abstrax Tech
27 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Weed has an unmistakable and iconic smell. There has been various research that highlights the different molecules responbsible for the smell like vol...
The Biology & Chemistry of Fall (with Jake)
20 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Fall is our favorite season in New Hampshire. We are almost done with preserving the garden, and we get to witness mother nature preparing for a long ...
Gut Inflammation, Women's Health & More with Dr. Mary Clifton
06 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode features Dr. Mary Clifton, MD. Dr. Clifton is a physician, a best selling author, a cannabis advocate, a social media educator & more. In...
Cannabis Mindset with Phil Stille
29 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With any substance we use regularly, wether it be weed, alcohol, nicotine, caffeine or something else it's important to evaluate your relationship wit...
Finding and Utilizing Elderberries (Sambucus nigra)
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode I am joined by my other half Jake. We have a very dynamic relationship as he studies wildlife biology and I study natural product chem...
Cannabis Cultivation Research with Dr. Allison Justice and Ashley Manning
01 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Riley talks with Dr. Allison Justice and Ashley Manning at The Hemp Mine/ The Cannabis Research Coalition (CRC). The three discuss som...
Cannabis and Pregnancy with Megan Mbengue
25 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Nothing in this podcast is medical advice, we recommend talking to a physician before starting or stopping any medication or herbal product. Women hav...
Naturopathic Medicine with Dr. Josh Corn (ND)
18 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Nothing in this podcast is medical advice, this is information presented as personal opinion. Always contact your personal medical professional(s) bef...
How Cannabis Works in the Body (Introduction to the Endocannabinoid System, ECS)
11 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A deep dive into why THC and Cannabis have SO MANY MEDICINAL BENEFITS. In this episode Riley describes the different components of the endocannabinoid...
Psychedelic Science with Chris Witowski from Psilera
07 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
NOTHING DISCUSSED IN THIS PODCAST IS MEDCAL ADVICE In this weeks episode of Bioactive Riley (@cannabichem) talks with Chris Witowski the CEO and cofou...
Cannabis and Anxiety
28 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Nothing in this video is medical advice. Talk with your doctor before starting any new medications and if you have any serious health issues. In this ...
Evaluating Synergies in Nature with Dr. Nadja Cech
21 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join the Bioactive Community: patreon.com/cannabichem Nothing in this podcast is medical advice, ask your doctor before trying any new products. For c...
Finding Quality CBD Products with Kyle Jones
14 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
DISCLAIMER: Nothing in this podcast is medical advice, ask your doctor before trying any new products. Not all natural products are safe nor effective...
Introducing Bioactive & Dr. Riley Kirk
07 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The first episode isn't a reallll episode, but it is a topic I have had requested A TON of times. This is an introduction to the podcast and a little ...