Joining us today is Amanda Reiman, an internationally recognized cannabis expert and public health researcher. Dubbed "The Brain" by Elle.com, Dr. Reiman is a leader in the field of cannabis studies as a substitute for alcohol and other drugs and has presented her research all over the world. Also an expert in cannabis policy on the local, national and international level, Dr. Reiman was the first Chairwoman of the Berkeley Medical Cannabis Commission and currently sits on the Oakland Cannabis Regulatory Commission.

After receiving her PhD from UC Berkeley, Dr. Reiman was the Director of Research and Patient Services at Berkeley Patients Group, one of the oldest dispensaries in the country, and the Manager of Marijuana Law and Policy for the Drug Policy Alliance, a national non-profit that was engaged in the drafting and campaigns of legalization initiatives across the country and abroad. During this time, Dr. Reiman taught at UC Berkeley, educating future social workers on the realities and inequities of the War on Drugs.

Dr. Reiman frequently writes for Huffington Post, Freedom Leaf, and is quoted in the New York Times, Playboy, The Guardian, The Washington Post, and VICE. She is a regular on cannabis podcasts, conference panels, and who's who lists of players in the cannabis industry.

Amanda Reiman Joins Smokin' With Swami Episode 3

Smokin' with Swami welcomes Maya Elisabeth, founder of OmEdibles and co-founder of Whoopi & Maya alongside actress Whoopi Goldberg. Maya enjoys a reputation as one of the best creators of medical cannabis products in California and has won seven High Times Cannabis Cup awards.

Maya Elisabeth Cofounder of Whoopi & Maya & OmEdibles Joins Smokin' With Swami Episode 1

David Downs is the Cannabis Editor for the San Francisco Chronicle. He contributes stories across SFGate.com, SFChronicle.com and in print. He also coordinates, assigns, contributes to and edits cannabis-related stories across The Chronicle’s sections. Finally, Downs develops new cannabis-related media products, services and events. Enjoy!

SF Chronicle's David Downs Joins Smokin' With Swami Episode 6

We are excited to welcome Michael Steinmetz, the founder and CEO of Flow Kana, a Mendocino based Medicinal Cannabis distributor. 

Embracing California values like community, environmentalism and craftsmanship, Flow Kana's efforts support both the small farmer and the larger sustainable sun-grown cannabis movement. Flow Kana operates a first-of-its-kind processing facility designed to allow local artisanal farmers to meet California's new cannabis-specific regulations. In doing so, Flow Kana provides these farmers an opportunity to remain active in the industry they helped build.

Flow Kana's Michael Steinmetz Joins Smokin' With Swami Episode 7

Nikki and Swami reflect upon '60s counterculture, the Hippie Movement and San Francisco's Summer of Love on today's episode of Smokin' With Swami.

Remembering San Francisco's Summer of Love Episode 8

Looking for ways to sprinkle a bit of ganja into your fitness fun?

Dee Dussault​,"Ganja Yoga" teacher and author of the HarperCollins​ published booked of the same name, joins us today on "Smokin' With Swami." Dee has explored and guided canna-infused yoga for many years. She offers great insight and techniques you can use to turn up the spiritual side of your regular wellness routine. 

Enjoy!

Getting into Ganja Yoga with Dee Dussault

In the heart of California’s Emerald Triangle, Swami Select cannabis grows under full sun, moon and stars.

Ganja Ma Gardens, our home, is more than a cannabis farm. We practice responsible, regenerative farming methods, providing the conscious canna-isseur with safe, lab-tested premium flowers for healthful and inspirational medical use. We provide safe access for California medical patients in compliance with H.S.C. 11362.5 and California Proposition 215.

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