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S5 E06 - Short Path And Processing SOPs For Water-Clear D9 Distillate With Breaking Dabs

2022/05/17

Cannabis oil distillation pioneer, Breaking Dabs, joins us for the second installment of our long interview. This week he walks us through the his full SOPs for turning un-winterized crude into water-clear D9! From first pass distillation on a short path, to winterization, Mag-sil filtration, saline washes, finial distillation, and packaging. Get ready to take notes!

S5 E05 - The Early Days Of Cannabis Oil Distillation With Breaking Dabs

2022/05/10

Cannabis oil distillation pioneer, Breaking Dabs, joins us to talk about the early days in the distillation game. We discuss his humble beginnings in the industry, and how his natural chemical curiosity and penchant for tinkering and exploration led him to the forefront of cannabis oil distillation as the industry emerged. Stay tuned for part 2 of the interview next week, where we will get technical with SOPs for water clear distillate, Breaking Dabs style! (Part 1 of 2)

S5 E04 - Mushroom Extraction Techniques with DiNKLB3RG, Founder Of Bat Country Cultures

2022/05/03

DiNKLB3RG, master mycologist and Founder of Bat Country Cultures, joins us to discuss the science and techniques of extracting active alkaloids in mushrooms. We go through SOPs for soxhlet extraction and ultrasonic bath extraction, as well as discussing solvent choices and extraction system design. He is full of tips and tricks for every stage of mushroom extraction and finishing techniques! (Part 2 of 2)

S5 E03 - Mushroom Breeding And Cultivation With DiNKLB3RG, Founder Of Bat Country Cultures

2022/04/26

DiNKLB3RG, master mycologist and Founder of Bat Country Cultures, joins us to discuss the science and techniques of mushroom breeding and cultivation. We go through SOPs ranging from home to industrial scale operations, and pick apart the various tools of the trade. He is full of tips and tricks for every stage of breeding and cultivation. (Part 1 of 2)

S5 E02 - The Science Of Oil Purification With Sheldon Lotspeich, CEO Of Carbon Chemistry

2022/04/19

Sheldon Lotspeich, Co-Founder and CEO of Carbon Chemistry, joins us to discuss the science of cannabis oil purification and refinement through the use of media. We cover their full range of offerings, what they would be used for, and what is happening on a molecular level during the process. We also discuss why one would choose a powdered vs. a granular media, the fantastic new hires that Carbon Chemistry has recently made, and their one of a kind Carbon Bonding networking events.

S5 E01 - Disrupting LPG Extraction With Zack Lantz Of Illuminated Extractors

2022/04/12

Zack Lantz, Co-Founder and CTO of Illuminated Extractors, joins us to discuss their game changing LPG extraction systems. Join us as we discuss their innovative system designs which allow for efficient operation without ancillary chillers and solvent recovery rates that are unrivaled. We walk through their system offerings, as well as specific SOPs for extraction and finishing the highest end concentrates. Zack gives us the tek for his favorite, 'Water on Rocks'.

Bonus E11 - More Interviews From The Extraction Expo 2021 Show Floor

2022/01/04

More interviews from The Modern Extractor booth on the floor of The Extraction Expo 2021. In this episode we talk to Luke Costello of Mach Technologies, Celeste Miranda of Mace Media Group, Brandon Bahr of Simple Solvents, Stephanie Salas of High Precision Gas, Lexis Shontz of Solvent Direct, Chris Lively of KNF Neuberger, and Andrew Yoon of Extractor Depot.

Bonus E10 - More Interviews From The MJBizcon 2021 Show Floor

2021/12/30

More interviews from the floor of MJBizcon 2021. In this episode we talk to Hayden Tucker of Trusteel, David Zelle of Bhogart, Dean Segal of Pope, and Durty Harrie of California Gold.

Bonus E09 - International Cannabis! With Kyle Detwiler of Clever Leaves

2021/12/28

Kyle Detwiler, CEO of Clever Leaves, joins us to discuss Clever Leaves' approach to running an international cannabis business. We talk about the mountains of red tape that needed to be cut to import DEA scheduled cannabinoids into the US and other major markets, as well as what that may mean for the existing markets and supply chains they're disrupting.

S4 E05 - Analytical Lab Testing Of Cannabinoids, With Ryan Bellone Of KCA Labs

2021/12/21

Ryan Bellone, Commercial Director of KCA Labs, joins us to discuss analytical lab testing of cannabinoids. We go deep into the instruments and methods used to accurately identify and quantify the compounds present in a sample. We also get into analytical standards, how they're produced, and the uphill battle the lab testing industry is fighting to create the standards needed to test all the new cannabinoids hitting the market.

S4 E04 - Cannabis Vape And Dab Hardware, With David Hall Of ISPIRE

2021/12/14

David Hall, Director of Products for Ispire, joins us to discuss the hardware we use to consume our cannabis concentrates. We go deep into the anatomy of a vape cartridge, and follow oil through the device from tank to vapor. We also get into their award winning Wand induction heated e-torch, and their Daab induction heated handheld rig. Tune in quick to learn how to enter the Ispire giveaway, where we teamed up to give away 3 Wand e-torches to lucky Mod-Ex listeners!

S4 E03 - Time To Talk HASH! With Levi Lanzrath Of Low Temp Plates

2021/12/07

Levi Lanzrath, Founder and CEO of Low Temp Plates, joins us to discuss the finer points of hash production. Join us as we discuss the machines and specific SOPs used to create award winning hash. We also get into the economics of hash and rosin production, from yields to current market conditions.

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5 out of 5

45 reviews

L_C_F 2022/05/12

Great show

In depth, thoughtful, well researched

k8dub 2022/05/17

Great podcast for the cannabis nerds

Jason is a great host, knowledgeable about the science, the equipment, and the business of cannabis. His passion for the work shines through. The gues...

brettkenny 2022/04/28

Best extraction podcast out there!

I have learned a lot in the last week and a half of listening to this podcast. From hydrocarbon extraction to solventless to EtOH. This has made an im...

Mkokm 2022/04/14

Great content

Well produced, great content.

Terpenator710 2021/12/12

Best podcast for getting learnt bout hash

As a professional extractor In the cannabis industry, I’ve found this podcast to be the best resource for learning about the equipment, processes, and...

CFlatsDad 2021/07/18

Just what I've been looking for

I just started binge listening to Seasons 1 and 2. Thank you for doing this. It’s making a daily difference in my extraction process. I listen all day...

R_Simmo 2021/06/15

Solid info and great host

Found this podcast as soon as I started working as an extraction tech. My training was lacking most of the “why’s” so I decided to look for other sour...

PhillipSMI 2021/05/31

Great Podcast

I found this podcast while attempting to learn more about cannabis extraction in general. It delivered and more. The host has a good personality, and ...

StEngela 2021/02/17

Wonderful Podcast

Jason’s first series on extracting cannabinoids with ethanol was simply amazing! As a professional ‘botanical extractor’ who does exactly what this se...

Princeplus1 2021/01/30

Great wealth of information

Defiantly the most informed podcast out about cannabis extraction. Each episode gives you really detailed information and guests to add insight. Grea...

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