Refer the Reefer with Host Lil Pharmer
Lil Pharmer
Show overview
Refer the Reefer with Host Lil Pharmer has been publishing since 2022, and across the 3 years since has built a catalogue of 38 episodes. That works out to roughly 40 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a monthly cadence, with the show now in its 5th season.
Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes — most land between 46 min and 1h 18m — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Education show.
There hasn’t been a new episode in the last ninety days; the most recent episode landed 12 months ago. The busiest year was 2024, with 15 episodes published. Published by Lil Pharmer.
From the publisher
Refer the Reefer with host Michael Alkire aka Lil Pharmer is a podcast that references medical cannabis consumption practices, methods and habits of medical cannabis consumers, long time cannabis activists and medical cannabis researchers who are pioneers in their studies. There is not much reliable information, for people to search for when looking for answers on how to consume medical cannabis responsibly for different ailments. Here we hope to shed light on proper ways to prep and consume medical cannabis for these different ailments that it is said to help relieve. Nowadays there are 100s of products and ways to consume them. Even to an experienced consumer there are always new things to be learned about the ever-changing world of legal cannabis. It is becoming ever increasingly popular in many parts of the world and being legalized for usage. More and more people are wanting to try cannabis for the first time, whether it be for recreational purposes or medical relief of any type. More and more people suffering from chronic illnesses that find little to no relief from pharmaceutical prescriptions and want to explore new options. After working in a recreational dispensary in Breckenridge, Colorado for 3 years, talking to clients from all over the world about why they consume and how it helps them, it has become clear that there are benefits to their consumption. Everyone has a unique Endocannabinoid System (ECS) and cannabis effects everyone a little bit differently depending on their own personal chemistry. What is the ECS and what does it control or do? The ECS is complicated, and experts haven’t yet determined exactly how it works or all of its potential functions are listed below. • appetite and digestion • metabolism • chronic pain • inflammation and other immune system responses • mood • learning and memory • motor control • sleep • cardiovascular system function • muscle formation • bone remodeling and growth • liver function • reproductive system function • stress • skin and nerve function These functions all contribute to homeostasis, which refers to stability of your internal environment. For example, if an outside force, such as pain from an injury or a fever, throws off your body’s homeostasis, your ECS kicks in to help your body return to its ideal operation. Today, experts believe that maintaining homeostasis if the primary role of the ECS. We will also be talking about the benefits of legalization, debunk the stigmas of Refer Madness and normalize cannabis consumption for everyone Worldwide. That being said cannabis isn’t for everyone and sometime can cause unwanted side-effects. This could be due to many factors including improper growing, contaminants and/or over consuming one's personal limits. Some people need to eat higher concentrates of edible cannabis and get the same effect as the next person. Sometimes 2.5 mg of THC is enough for one person and then 200 mg for the next to get the same desired effects. We will talk about how to avoid these bad situations and how to deal with them if they occur. We will also reference situations that occurred while trying to retrieve black market cannabis in the past and explain why it is better that it is legal. There are also thousands of different chemovars and cultivars of cannabis out there currently and thousands to come in the near future. These are many new terms that are being used in the industry now and some terms like Indica and Sativa that are not being used as much. Chemovars are used to describe cannabis strains by the chemical contents of the strain with terpene profiles and cannabinoid percentages present in each batch. Cultivars are used to describe a batch with a name of a strain, with the name of the grower and type of cultivation method used to grow it.
Latest Episodes
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S5 Ep 1Refer the Reefer - Season 5 - Episode 1 - Grambo Grows Talks About Getting into Cannabis, Podcasting with Dude Grows and Jugheads and the upcoming DGC Cup
Refer the Reefer - Season 5 - Episode 1 - Grambo Grows Talks About Getting into Cannabis, Podcasting with Dude Grows and Jugheads and the upcoming DGC CupJosh Grambo is the audio visual genius behind the Dude Grows and Jugheads podcast and also does is one show called Grambo Grows.We sit down to talk about how cannabis has shaped his life, kept him from hard drugs and now pays his bills through podcasting. This was all possible by self teaching and manifesting it. Then we talk about the upcoming DGC Flower Cup and Hash Bash on June 6, 7 and 8th in Longmont Colorado.
S4 Ep 6Refer the Reefer - Season 4 - Episode 6 - Dr Mary Jane discusses how he got into cannabis, started Art of Mary Jane Magazine and the upcoming International Mary Jane Cup in Denver
Refer the Reefer - Season 4 - Episode 6 - Dr Mary Jane discusses how he got into cannabis, started Art of Mary Jane Magazine and the upcoming International Mary Jane Cup in Denver, Colorado!This episode is with the Founder of the Art of Mary Jane Magazine, Dr Mary Jane himself. We discuss how he got into cannabis and became and activist before starting up the magazine. Then how he operated dispensaries in Sacramento before the magazine became international. Then we focus on the International Mary Jane cup that is upcoming on Oct 24th 2024 in Denver Colorado. We discuss how the competition works and some of the people that will be there. Then we discuss the upcoming Harvest Festival coming up on Oct 26th in Boulder Colorado where a lot of us will be also.
S4 Ep 5Refer the Reefer - Season 4 - Episode 5 - Gabby and Alex from Ice Axe Hash sit down and talk about growing and winning the Buildasoil Living Soil Cup 2023
Refer the Reefer - Season 4 - Episode 5 - Gabby and Alex from Ice Axe Hash sit down and talk about growing and winning the Buildasoil Living Soil Cup 2023. We discuss how their grow styles have changed over the years. How they like to grow as clean as possible to make some of the best Rosin out there. https://www.instagram.com/iceaxehash/
S4 Ep 4Refer the Reefer - Season 4 - Episode 4 - Dr Ben Caplan sits down and chats about his new book The Doctor Approved Cannabis Handbook and his mission to help those who choose the alternative route to health
Refer the Reefer - Season 4 - Episode 4 - Dr Ben Caplan sits down and chats about his new book The Doctor Approved Cannabis Handbook.We discuss why he wrote the book and how all the information comes from research that is out there already and from listening to his patients. We discuss stigmas of being a doctor and working with cannabis. https://benjamincaplan.com/https://doctorapprovedcannabis.substack.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/drbenjamincaplan/https://medcards.co/doctors/ced-clinic-online-medical-marijuana-card-evaluations/https://www.instagram.com/drbenjamincaplan/
S4 Ep 3Refer the Reefer - Season 4 - Episode 3 - Joe Dirt Soil Work chats about worms and steering your worms to produce castings for different stages of you plants life cycle.
Refer the Reefer - Season 4 - Episode 3 - Joe Dirt Soil Work chats about worms and steering your worms to produce castings for different stages of you plants life cycle. We met at the Buildasoil Living Soil Day Living Soil Cup in Montrose, CO.
S4 Ep 2Refer the Reefer - Season 4 - Episode 2 - Eric Garrod of ThriveYahWhey talks about Probiotic microbial life, soil and life cycles plus a whole lot more...
Eric Garrod of ThriveYahWhey talks about Probiotic microbial life, soil and life cycles plus a whole lot more...We discuss this ancient information and how he discovered it. Learn why probiotic microbes can help your garden flourish. We discuss how rich it is because it contains all the nutrients that plants need, which come from plants and broken down by cows or other bovine related species. We discuss the fact that what the bovine is fed correlates to the quality of the milk that it produces in the end. Quality In = Quality Out@thriveyahwheyhttps://buildasoil.com/products/thrive-probiotics-yah-wheywww.lilpharmer.com@lil_pharmer@referthereefer@original_lil_pharmerhttps://fermentedplantextracts.com/https://www.growwithgrease.com/@pharmersphenoshttps://pharmersphenos.com/
S4 Ep 1Refer the Reefer - Season 4 - Episode 1 - JR aka Old School Chronic sits down to talk genetics, breeding and the journey to get where he is today.
JR aka Old School Chronic sits down to talk genetics, breeding and the journey to get where he is today. From getting into cannabis young with Rastafarian friends, to becoming religious and not consuming back to wanting to grow the best weed he could while sharing great old school genetics with the world.https://rss.com/podcasts/referthereefer/www.lilpharmer.com https://www.youtube.com/@lilpharmer8893www.oldschoolchronic.com@oldschoolchronic_official@oldschoolchronic_educational@oldschoolchronic_testers@oldschoolchronic_promotions@oldschoolchronic_community
S3 Ep 9Refer the Reefer - Season 3 - Episode 9 - JJ from Top Dawg Seeds talks about the legendary Sour Diesel, Headband and different Chem Strains with recommendations on how to grow them
Refer the Reefer - Season 3 - Episode 9 - JJ from Top Dawg Seeds talks about the legendary Sour Diesel, Headband and different Chem Strains with recommendations on how to grow them. Also, Piff Con and the meaning of Piff. He talks about growing up NYC and getting into growing and how his methods have changed over the years.
S3 Ep 8Refer the Reefer - Season 3 - Episode 8 - Banner from the Dude Grows Show talks about Parenting and Cannabis, Reshedule vs Deschedule and DGC Cup
This episode Lil Pharmer sits down and chats with Banner of the Dude Grows Show and chats about Cannabis and Parenting, old school strain vs newer strains, thoughts on Rescheduling and the upcoming DGC Cup going down in Fort Collins this Weekend June 1st.
S3 Ep 7Refer the Reefer - Season 3 - Episode 7 - Lab Koat Genetics owner Spacy talks about breeding, proper flushing and lighting needed to grow top notch homegrown
Lab Koat Genetics owner Spacy talks about breeding, proper flushing and lighting he uses to grow some of the most award winning cannabis in Colorado.
S3 Ep 6Refer the Reefer - Season 3 - Episode 6 - Luc Carlin of LMC x High Design talks growing up in Washington State, the state of cannabis there now and why he got it being and Advocate
Luc Carlin of LMC x High Designs sits down with Lil Pharmer and discusses how he got into cannabis, growing up in Washington State. We discuss how far behind the state is even after leading the way initially. We discuss corruption and why he got into doing documentaries with High Designs. We speak about advocacy and what could happen in the future with cannabis legalization.
S3 Ep 5Refer the Reefer - Season 3 - Episode 5 - Nate Smith of CannaCages talking about Working in the Cannabis Industry and Canna Cages
Nate Smith of CannaCages sits down and talks about entrepreneurship in the Cannabis Industry and its challenges even if it isn't hands on the plant. We discuss his idea and how it became reality. Also his injuries and how cannabis helped to deal with the pain.
S3 Ep 4Refer the Reefer - Season 3 - Episode 4 - Renee All Day talks about Cannabis Event Coordinating - New Product alert with RAD ROX and 4-20 Events in Denver for 2024
This episode Lil Pharmer sits down and chats Renee All Day her neighbor Ted down at Dave's House. We discuss Cannabis Event Coordinating and its challenges with current laws. We try and give our reviews on her new product dropping over the 4/20 weekend, called RAD ROX. It is a nostalgic product with a great taste and highly effective! You gotta try these!We also discuss events happening over the 3/20/2024 weekend in Denver. Where to be and what to do with suggestions on companies we recommend and services to look for if in the city.
S3 Ep 3Refer the Reefer - Season 3 - Episode 3- Jerin from Phive 8 and Dutch Lighting Innovations talks about lighting, UV lights and Terpenes
This Episode Lil Pharmer sits down with Jerin of Phive 8 and US rep for Dutch Lighting Innovations and we discuss lighting, terpenes and oil production and how using UV lighting can enhance and increase production.https://www.phive8.com/https://dli.nl/https://lilpharmer.com/https://www.rzalegal.com/https://cultivatesupply.com/
S3 Ep 2Refer the Reefer - Season 3 - Episode 2 - Racheal Z. Ardanuy Esq. talks about Legal Aspects of the Cannabis Industry
This episode Lil Pharmer sits down with Rachael Z. Ardanuy of RZA Legal who specializes in Cannabis Law.My journey to cannabis law. Below is an description of Rachael from her website. https://www.rzalegal.comAfter nearly 10 years advocating for marijuana reform, I watched history being made in 2012 as Colorado passed the landmark Amendment 64 to legalize adult-use marijuana. 2012 was a landmark year for another reason - it's the year I became licensed to practice law. After honing my craft representing clients in Florida for a few years, I moved to Colorado to dedicate my career to working with entrepreneurs, business owners, investors, and anyone else connected to the cannabis industry to get sound legal counsel and education on how to operate successfully and continue pushing this industry forward. In 2021, I obtained licensure in New Jersey as well, to bring our cannabis law experience and subject matter expertise to the Northeast.As a small business owner, I’m not immune to the frustrations and struggles you’re facing each and every day. To operate my cannabis-focused law practice, I, too, have to jump through hoops and come up against red tape when it comes to marketing and operating. As a result, I’ve learned that I cannot depend on search engines and ads; instead I strive to provide top-notch service to my clients, who in turn send referrals my way. I’m here to guide you through the process, educate you about your options, and help you achieve your goals.The cannabis industry is nuanced. There truly is no one-size-fits-all approach. Every business has a unique set of parameters affecting their situation, and deserves legal advice specific to its position.I love that every business I counsel moves this industry another step forward.Together, we are changing the course of history.https://cultivatesupply.com/https://lilpharmer.com/
S3 Ep 1Refer the Reefer - Season 3 - Episode 1 - Pato Banton and Antoinette Rootsdawtah talk about Religion and Medicine
This episode Lil Pharmer sits down with Pato Banton to speak about his song I Don't Sniff the Coke, Religion and music, while also speaking to Antoinette Rootsdawtah about cancer and healing with Cannabis.https://cultivatesupply.com/https://www.rzalegal.com/https://lilpharmer.com/
S2 Ep 8Refer the Reefer - Season 2 - Episode 8 - Andre Grossmann
Andre Grossmann @agros55 on IG was a High Times photographer behind some of the most beautiful pictures of cannabis, on the cover and centerfolds. Also, awarded best cover of all time! Here some of his stories about how he got the opportunity and some living in NY at the time.AREA420 presents:SEED & GENETICS FAIR🌱🧬June 10th ➡️ 10am - 4pmFREE GENERAL ADMISSION!OPEN TO PUBLIC!Vendors scan QR Code for additional info or tap links below:Cannabis Event Vendor Application:https://zfrmz.com/M8UIu6DChfdy2d6SQ8jMFood/Other Vendor Application:https://zfrmz.com/ODBbxNZSWFLAd8MRCbTgVendor Space Selection:https://forms.zohopublic.com/mountainvalleyevents/form/VendorSpaceSelectionFormAREA4201/formperma/eQf_PVv38o0NpFrpY50EI3vaA_s_ZJsgZbWV5c4z9T8 (https://forms.zohopublic.com/mountainvalleyevents/form/VendorSpaceSelectionFormAREA4201/formperma/eQf_PVv38o0NpFrpY50EI3vaA_s_ZJsgZbWV5c4z9T8)Event Sponsor Information:https://zfrmz.com/riE4GU7PgwYNalm4NHON (https://zfrmz.com/riE4GU7PgwYNalm4NHON)Share with any interested vendors in your network!Mountain Valley Events Colorado, Geneva Biggio and Brainstrap are handling the vendor applications and will keep you and the team up-to-date with future events here at AREA420🌱💚See you at the train cars!
S2 Ep 7Refer the Reefer - Season 2 - Episode 7 - Derrick McDonald
Title: Refer The Reefer: Derrick McDonald on the healing power of CannabisDescription:In this episode of Refer The Reefer, Lil Pharmer chats with Derrick McDonald, a singer/songwriter/musician who wrote the song "Dr. Herb". Derrick shares his experience on how Cannabis has helped him with his mental health and creativity. He also talks about his band One Love Rising from Tampa, Florida and their upcoming performances.At the end of the podcast, you can listen to "Dr. Herb" - Derrick's popular Cannabis-inspired song.Check out Rasta Rafiki's music on Spotify and Amazon Music, and follow Derrick McDonald on Facebook. You can also find Derrick's music on SoundCloud. Watch the music video "Cousins" mentioned during the podcast and subscribe to the Rasta Rafiki YouTube page for more music.Join Lil Pharmer and Derrick McDonald in a conversation about the healing power of Cannabis. Don't forget to like and subscribe to the podcast to stay tuned for more exciting episodes.Derrick McDonald on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/derrick.mcdonald.37?mibextid=LQQJ4dFind Rasta Rafiki music on Spotify and Amazon Music using the links belowhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/1BwN89SnwqqssYS9Tl2sab?si=g94opqCITXKstRE8VIRQgAhttps://music.amazon.com/artists/B015NLPFKA?ref=dm_sh_mDN5YWVl49F9gKmsBDpupoCuLWatch the video called "Cousins" that Derrick McDonald mention during the podcast by clicking the links belowhttps://youtu.be/WrxPkzjgSZEFollow this YouTube page to see and hear more of the music by Rasta Rafiki by clicking the link belowhttps://youtube.com/@tombatchelor1Check out some of Derrick McDonald's Music on SoundCloud by clicking the link below.https://soundcloud.com/derrick-mcdonald-8Sponsored by Honored Photography!Dan Honore Photography links!https://linqapp.com/dan_honore?r=link
S2 Ep 6Refer the Reefer - Season 2 - Episode 6 - NIkki Lawley and Invisible Injuries
NIKKI LAWLEY is a cannabis patient advocate, speaker, and founder of Nikki and the Plant. She discovered medical cannabis after experiencing a life-changing brain injury while working as a pediatric nurse in October 2016.Nikki is a leading voice in the community, chronicling her journey from a healthcare provider to a patient to an advocate. She hopes to bring worldwide awareness to invisible illness, disability, and how cannabis can help improve quality of life. She has been a guest on multiple podcasts and shows, including “Let’s Be Blunt with Montel Williams.” Find Nikki's media appearances here. Nikki is creating a line of evidence-based, symptom-specific cannabis products made from proprietary blends of terpenes and other cannabinoids. Each blend is formulated from data for patients who use cannabis to treat pain, cognitive function, anxiety, and depression. She is seeking mutually beneficial partnerships to spread awareness and help develop and promote her product line.NIKKIANDTHEPLANT.ORG LINKTR.EE/[email protected] @NIKKIANDTHEPLANT on IGLINKEDIN.COM/IN/NIKKILAWLEY @NIKKIANDTHEPLANT on Facebook
S2 Ep 5Refer the Reefer - Season 2 - Episode 5 - MIke Biggio From AREA420
Great episode with the man behind AREA420 in Moffat, Colorado. We discuss Social Equity, AREA420, Virgin Islands and the city of Moffat changing its name to Kush, Colorado. We hit topics like how people who have past records can work in the cannabis industry despite past drug charges. We discuss properties for sale at AREA420 and how people can get in and get a license to grow legal cannabis with the purchase of land. We discuss some of the options available. The Virgin Islands are legalizing recreational cannabis and Mike talks about how Moffat Colorado are talking to them about becoming Sister Cities. We also discuss the total potential of Moffat Colorado as a cannabis tourist destination.