About the Guest: Ethan Russo, MD is a board-certified neurologist, psychopharmacology researcher, and expert on the phytochemistry of Cannabis. He has previously worked for GW Pharmaceuticals and was Director of Research and Development at the International Cannabis and Cannabinoids Institute (ICCI).
Episode Summary: Nick talks to neurologist and plant medicine expert Dr. Ethan Russo about medical cannabis and related topics, such as cannabinoids (e.g. THC, CBD, CBG, THCV), terpenes (myrcene, limonene, beta-caryophyllene), endocannabinoid biology, and Ethan's thoughts on the legal cannabis industry, including whether the terms "Indica" and "Sativa" are meaningful.
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