Pbs059_Edibles vs Smoking - How They Change THC

Most cannabis consumers know that edibles & smoking produce very different results. But if new users don’t understand the different impacts of THC metabolism when eaten vs inhaled, it can lead to a negative experience! We’ll dive deeper into the science of how THC is converted into 11-OH-THC across consumption methods to help you communicate the difference in experience to customers.
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One Article Discussed
[1] “11-OH-THC: The High that Comes from Within Us” from Terpenes and Testing Magazine

Pbs058_What Makes Good Budtenders?

As a budtender, you aim to provide the best customer experience & product choices. But this role requires a uniquely demanding skill set somewhere between a salesperson & a pharmacist - how do you successfully ride that line? We'll discuss 5 simple tips for educating yourself & customers that will set you up for successful interactions that naturally build customer trust.
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One Article Discussed
[1] “The Best Budtenders do these things really well” from Leafly

Pbs057_Vaping Crisis & what’s going on in MA?

The vaping crisis prompted drastic responses from states to protect public health. But Oregon’s flavored vape ban has been met with lawsuits, as has the full ban in Massachusetts - where local government is wrestling federal corruption investigations for their treatment of the industry. Get caught up on what’s happening with the vaping crisis.
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One Article Discussed
[1] “Oregon Court Blocks State's Ban On Flavored Vape Products Containing Cannabis” from Oregon Public Broadcasting