The Science of Cannabis with Dr. Riley Kirk and Dr. Miyabe Shields | Part 1 Ep 442

A Little Higher with Devin Aracena

Welcome to the show! This is Part 1.

In this episode, Devin Aracena is joined by Dr. Miyabe Shields and Dr. Riley Kirk.

Riley and Miyabe discuss their work in cannabis research and education, as well as their nonprofit organization, NAP, which focuses on studying natural products, cannabis, and their impact on health and wellness.

Highlights

👩‍🔬 Riley and Miyabe are social media scientists specializing in the science of cannabis.

🌿 Riley is a natural product chemist and educator, while Miyabe specializes in endocannabinoid pharmacology.

🎓 They both have PhDs in pharmaceutical science and are passionate about educating the public on cannabis.

💡 They started their journey on TikTok, where they found a demand for accurate cannabis information.

📚 They founded the nonprofit organization nap to further research and promote the use of natural products like cannabis.

🌍 Their goal is to bridge the gap between academia, industry, and the cannabis community.

📊 Their recent survey revealed that 91% of respondents consume cannabis daily, challenging the negative stigma surrounding regular cannabis use.

Key Insights

🔬 Riley and Miyabe have complementary backgrounds in drug discovery, with one focusing on the molecular properties of cannabis and the other on its impact on the human body.

🌱 They believe that natural medicines like cannabis should be valued and studied independently, rather than simply as a pathway to synthetic drugs.

🧪 Their nonprofit organization, nap, aims to gather data on cannabis use and educate the public about its benefits and responsible consumption.

📝 They emphasize the importance of making scientific information accessible and entertaining through platforms like TikTok, to empower individuals to make informed choices about their health.

🌿 Their survey findings highlight the prevalence of daily cannabis use and the need for more research to understand its effects and potential benefits.

💪 They strive to give a voice to cannabis consumers and challenge the discrimination and misinformation surrounding cannabis use.

🌍 Their work aims to create a more inclusive and informed society where cannabis is recognized as a valuable natural medicine.

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