BIOACTIVE

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

A Budtender’s Guide to Cannabis with Tessa Dattillo
May 2, 2026

A Budtender’s Guide to Cannabis with Tessa Dattillo

Dr. Riley Kirk welcomes Tessa Dattilo to the Bioactive Podcast to break down what it really means to be a budtender and how cannabis education translates to real-world consumer experiences. With nearly a decade in the cannabi...
Researching and Growing Cannabis with Dr. Emily Gogol
April 17, 2026

Researching and Growing Cannabis with Dr. Emily Gogol

On this episode, Dr. Riley Kirk welcomes Dr. Emily Gogol to the Bioactive Podcast to discuss the science, cultivation, and accessibility of cannabis from both a research and real-world growing perspective. Drawing from her ba...
New Research on Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS) with Dr. Codi Peterson and Megan Mbengue
April 4, 2026

New Research on Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS) with Dr. Codi Peterson and Megan Mbengue

On this episode of the Bioactive Podcast, Dr. Riley Kirk is joined by Dr. Codi Peterson and Megan Mbengue to discuss their newly published paper on Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS). Drawing from their recently published...
Cannabis and Traumatic Brain Injuries with guest Nikki Lawley
March 20, 2026

Cannabis and Traumatic Brain Injuries with guest Nikki Lawley

Dr. Riley Kirk welcomes Nikki Lawley to the podcastto discuss the transformative role of medical cannabis in managing traumaticbrain injury (TBI), sharing her powerful personal journey alongside practicalinsights into cann...
Beyond Caffeine: The Hidden Chemistry of Coffee with Dr. Steven Helschien (Dr. Coffee)
March 6, 2026

Beyond Caffeine: The Hidden Chemistry of Coffee with Dr. Steven Helschien (Dr. Coffee)

There are all sorts of misconceptions about coffee — that it dehydrates you, that it’s bad for your heart, or that caffeine is the only thing happening in the cup. Dr. Riley Kirk welcomes coffee scientist Dr. Steven Helschi...
How Fast-Acting Products Actually Work with Harold Han, PhD
Feb. 20, 2026

How Fast-Acting Products Actually Work with Harold Han, PhD

Dr. Riley Kirk welcomes Dr. Harold Han , Chief Science Officer and Co-Founder of Vertosa to explore the fascinating world of the science powering modern cannabis beverages and infused products. Known inthe industry as “The H...
Schedule 3, Hemp Bans, and Cannabis Law with Thomas Howard
Feb. 6, 2026

Schedule 3, Hemp Bans, and Cannabis Law with Thomas Howard

In this episode of the Bioactive Podcast, Dr. Riley Kirk welcomes cannabis attorney and legalization advocate Tom Howard to unpack the complexities of cannabis law and regulation in the United States. Drawing on more than 15 ...
The Untapped World of Acidic Cannabinoids with Dr. Bid
Jan. 23, 2026

The Untapped World of Acidic Cannabinoids with Dr. Bid

In this episode of the Bioactive Podcast, Dr. Hemant Bid joins Dr. Riley Kirk discussing the often-overlooked world of acidic cannabinoids aka Raw or Unactivated cannabinoids, such as CBGA, THCA, and CBDA. He shares his exten...

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