This week on Higher Ground, Erin, Roxxi, and Kimberly are joined by a special guest to dive nose-first into the fascinating world of terpenes. From cannabis tasting kits to the rich history of prohibition, this episode blends humor, education, and some surprising revelations. Curious about what terpenes smell like? Wondering how cannabis cultivation has evolved over the years? This is your episode! 💨

What You’ll Learn:

How terpenes influence cannabis effects and flavor 🌸
The historical role women played in prohibition farming 👩‍🌾
Why “indica” and “sativa” don’t tell the full story 🤔
How to identify cannabis quality through scent and terpene profiles 🧪
Tips for using cannabis mindfully and creatively 🌟

Chapters:

00:21 – Meet the Guest! 👋
Kimberly introduces a long-time cannabis advocate and terpene tasting expert.

02:40 – What Are Terpenes? 🌿
Breaking down terpenes as the building blocks of scent and their role in cannabis.

05:30 – The Prohibition Era and Women in Farming 💪
A fascinating look at how women sustained cannabis farming during prohibition.

10:00 – Cooking with Cannabis and the Art of Infusion 🍳
Exploring the benefits of ghee, microdosing, and whole-plant infusions.

14:50 – A Smell-Based Memory Exercise 👃
The guest leads the group in a terpene tasting demo, sharing hilarious and insightful reactions.

20:30 – Indica, Sativa, and the Language of Cannabis 🏷️
Why the traditional labels don’t reflect cannabis effects and the push for terpene-based classification.

29:15 – Legacy Strains and “Blue Dream” Mysteries 🌌
Can you tell real Blue Dream from imitators? A deep dive into strain authenticity.

34:00 – Cannabis as a Nutritional Supplement 🧠
How cannabinoids support homeostasis and why cannabis isn’t just a “drug.”

40:20 – Dry Inhaling: A New Way to Taste Cannabis 💨
Learning to appreciate cannabis flavor before lighting up.

50:10 – The Future of Cannabis Language 📚
How the industry is moving toward standardizing language for better consumer experiences.

01:08:00 – That’s a Wrap! 🎬
Closing thoughts, heartfelt thanks, and a teaser for future episodes.

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