How to Do the Pot

An award-winning cannabis podcast for women, by women. Hear joyful stories and useful advice about cannabis for health, well-being, and fun—especially for needs specific to women like stress, sleep, and sex. We cover everything from: What’s the best weed for sex? Can I use CBD for menstrual cramps? What are the effects of the Harlequin strain or Gelato strain? And, why do we prefer to call it “cannabis” instead of “marijuana”? We also hear from you: your first time buying legal weed, and how to talk about cannabis with your family. How to Do the Pot is hosted by Ellen Scanlon. Ellen’s mission is to inspire women to make more informed choices about their health and well-being. Join Ellen as she talks to medical professionals for practical tips, experts for cannabis recommendations, and listeners for funny and intimate stories. www.dothepot.com

How to Do the Pot is a education podcast hosted by Ellen Scanlon, with 321 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Ellen Scanlon hosts How to Do the Pot, a education show with 321 episodes published.

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  313. Why I’m Pausing the Podcast — and What’s Next

  Nov 25, 20258 minS0

  <p>After six years and more than 300 episodes, host Ellen Scanlon is pausing How to Do the Pot. In this special episode, she shares why — and what’s ahead.</p> <p>Ellen breaks down what’s shifting in cannabis and podcasting, from the ban on intoxicating hemp to the podcast industry’s move toward video and bigger-budget shows.</p> <p>She also revisits the episodes that defined the show, including:</p> <p>The Sleep Series<br></p> <p>The Menopause 101 series with Dr. Lauren Streicher<br></p> <p>The Webby-nominated series on the AIDS crisis and medical cannabis<br></p> <p>Weed...

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  312. How I Finally Got Better from Mold Illness, with Ariana Thacker of MoldCo, part 2

  Nov 4, 202528 minS0

  <p>After years of unexplained illness, How to Do the Pot host Ellen Scanlon finally found answers. In this episode, she shares what helped her recover from mold illness, and what testing and treatment really look like — with Ariana Thacker, founder and CEO of MoldCo, the first virtual clinic focused on mold-related illness and Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS).</p> <p>In this episode, you’ll hear: </p> <p>• Testing, simplified: which lab markers matter, what dust and home tests reveal, and when to test the home versus the person </p> <p>• Treatment in the real world: from prescription binders to nasal...

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  311. Mold and Me: The Health Story I Haven’t Told Until Now, with Ariana Thacker of MoldCo

  Oct 28, 202519 minS0

  <p>In one of her most personal episodes yet, How to Do the Pot host Ellen Scanlon opens up about her years-long experience with mold toxicity — a hidden condition that affects millions but is often overlooked by traditional medicine. </p> <p>Ellen was inspired to create this episode after meeting Ariana Thacker, the founder of MoldCo, the first virtual clinic focused on mold-related illness and chronic inflammatory response syndrome (CIRS). Together, they explore the science, the symptoms, and the path to recovery.</p> <p>In part 1, you’ll hear: </p> <p>Ariana’s story of getting sick from hidden mold and how...

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  310. Alcohol vs. Cannabis Drinks: 3 Things Women Need to Know

  Oct 14, 202516 minS0

  <p>Curious about trying a cannabis drink instead of reaching for alcohol? This episode of How to Do the Pot is your quick, no-stress guide. </p> <p>Host Ellen Scanlon shares what she’s learned from being soberish and counts down the top 3 questions women ask about low-dose cannabis drinks as an alcohol alternative.</p> <p>You’ll learn:</p> <p>1. How to start slow with THC drinks — including the best first dose and timing — with tips from Katie Nessel, aka Soberish Mom.</p> <p>2. What the buzz feels like and how long it lasts compared to alcohol, with insight from Ani...

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  309. Pain Relief That Lets You Move Again

  Oct 7, 202525 minS0

  <p>Are you or someone you love looking for safer ways to ease pain—especially the kind that keeps you from moving or exercising?</p> <p>In this episode, host Ellen Scanlon talks with Anna Symonds, a former elite rugby player who first discovered the pain-relief benefits of cannabis after years of sports injuries, and Dr. Deondra Asike, an anesthesiologist and pain-management specialist.</p> <p>You’ll hear Anna’s firsthand story of shifting away from prescription painkillers, and Dr. Asike’s clear explanation of how cannabinoids work in the body’s pain pathways—and why cannabis is often a safer option...

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