BIOACTIVE
Cannabis, Psychedelics, Toxins, Pharmaceuticals & other Bioactive substances. From current research to community stories. Hosted by Ph.D. research scientist and educator Dr. Riley Kirk. Request topics and guests: BioactivePodcast.com
Recent Episodes
June 13, 2025
Cannabis, Pregnancy, Fertility and Breastfeeding: A neuropharmacologist’s perspective with Dr. Michele Ross
In this conversation, Dr. Michele Ross discusses the complexities of cannabis use during pregnancy, sharing her personal experiences and insights as a neuropharmacologist and fibromyalgia patient. The discussion highlights th...
May 30, 2025
What Happens When A Stoner Scientist Gets Pregnant... My Journey So Far
In this episode, Riley Kirk shares her personal journey through pregnancy, focusing on her experiences with cannabis use, tapering down her consumption, and the emotional and physical changes she faced. She discusses the imp...
May 16, 2025
The Amazing Coevolution of Monarch Butterflies and Milkweed Plants with Dr. Anurag Agrawal
In this conversation, Host Dr. Riley Kirk and Dr. Anurag Agrawal discuss the intricate relationship between monarch butterflies and milkweed, exploring themes of coevolution, chemical ecology, and the ecological arms race. He...
May 2, 2025
Figuring out how THC works in the brain with Dr. Allyn Howlett
In this episode of the Bioactive Podcast, Dr. Allyn Howlett—renowned neuroscientist and pioneer in cannabinoid research—shares her groundbreaking journey into the study of cannabis and the discovery of the CB1 receptor. Origi...
April 18, 2025
The Science Behind how CBD Works in the Brain with guest Dr. Josh Kaplan
In this conversation, Dr. Riley Kirk and Dr. Josh Kaplan delve into the complexities of cannabis research, particularly focusing on CBD and its therapeutic potential for conditions like epilepsy. Dr. Kaplan shares his journey...
April 4, 2025
The Science of the Dry and Cure Process with David Sandelman from Cannatrol
In this episode of the Bioactive Podcast, Dr. Riley Kirk interviews David Sandelman from Cannatrol, delving into the intricate processes of drying and curing cannabis. David shares his journey into the cannabis industry, emph...
March 21, 2025
Homegrow Made Easy with Jordan River from Growcast
In this conversation, Jordan River shares his journey into the cannabis industry, emphasizing the importance of home growing and the concept of Overgrow, which advocates for more individuals to cultivate their own plants. He ...
March 7, 2025
Choosing the Right Cannabis Seeds with Dan Nelson from Happy Valley Genetics
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 the various types of seeds available. They delve into the differences betw...
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