Send us a textIn this episode, Chris and Dorsey discuss the intersection of veterans' mental health and cannabis use, focusing on the benefits of cannabis coaching for PTSD and TBI. They explore the importance of understanding different cannabis strains, responsible use, and the role of THC and CBD in mental health treatment. The conversation emphasizes the need for education and advocacy to change perceptions and legislation surrounding cannabis, as well as the potential for cannabis to reduce alcohol dependency and improve social connections among veterans. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to engage in advocacy and support mental health resources.TakeawaysCannabis coaching can significantly help veterans cope with PTSD and TBI.A recent study showed a decrease in pain intensity for veterans using cannabis coaching.Understanding the differences between cannabis strains is crucial for effective use.Responsible cannabis use is essential to avoid misuse and dependency.Defining personal goals is important when using cannabis for therapeutic purposes.CBD does not produce psychoactive effects, unlike THC.Cannabis may serve as a healthier alternative to alcohol for coping with stress.Education and advocacy are key to changing perceptions about cannabis use.The mental health benefits of cannabis can help reduce isolation among veterans.Legislative change is necessary to improve access to cannabis for therapeutic use.https://www.leafly.com/news/cannabis-101Step inside the wire with The Green Zone Podcast. This dynamic intro sets the tone for every episode—real talk, veteran-driven, and focused on alternative mental health, policy, and purpose. Hosted by Francis Dorsey and Chris Bartholomew, we bring the fight to the forefront. Whether you’re active, retired, or just getting your footing, this is your zone. Listen. Engage. Mobilize.Support the showListener Note: This podcast is intended for listeners over the age of 18 and is for educational and entertaining purposes only. The content is not medical advice, and we encourage you to consult with a professional for your individual needs.

In this episode of Life’s Tough, Explorers Are Tougher, Brandi DeCarli, co-founder of Farm from a Box, shares her radical approach to fighting food production inefficiencies using clean, climate-smart technology and community-first design. Inspired by her work with the UN in Kenya, Brandi helped create a scalable, solar-powered agricultural system that fits inside a shipping container—capable of supporting from 2 to 30 acres of land.She dives deep into how Farm from a Box combines renewable energy, localized infrastructure, and regenerative practices to create thriving farms in food-insecure regions like Tanzania, Ethiopia, and Liberia. Brandi discusses the technical design, local training, economic models, and cultural humility it takes to make a system like this succeed across continents. This is Life's Tough, Explorers Are Tougher, with your host, Richard Weiss. Scratch the surface of an explorer and you'll find an adventure and a great story. This show is about their tales. This podcast is a proud supporter of the Explorers Club and the EC50 Initiative. 50 people changing the world that the world needs to know about. For more information, go to explorers.org.

We all know what our pursuits in the outdoors provide for our well-being. Hometown Hero Outdoors provides these experiences to those who need and deserve it most - our military veterans and first responders. Dan Gates is joined by Vice President Shaun Olsberg who shares more about the organization, the lives they have impacted and conservation's true benefits for both wildlife and those who pursue it. - STREAM TO SHOW -https://throughthegates.buzzsprout.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@ThroughTheGatesPodcast- Thank you to our Sponsors -https://davistent.com/https://minturnanglers.com/https://salidagunshop.com/Send us a text

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