In this episode of Drug Buds, we talk with Chuka Ejeckam and Kira London-Nadeau. Chuka is a master's student studying political science at UBC and the Director of research and policy at the BC Federation of Labour. Kira is chair of Canadian Students for Sensible Drug Policy`s national board. We discuss bill C-22, the merits of decriminalization and legalization of drugs in Canada, and some strategies for implementing new, progressive policies for the world we want to live in.

In this psychedelic episode of Drug Buds, Josh and Mary interview Jayne and Nick Stevens. They are Psychedelic Guides who work in an underground network of therapists and shamans. They provide guidance and coaching to people who wish to understand themselves better through the use of plant medicines such as Psilocybin and Cannabis. In the episode, they discuss drug policy, the resurgence of interest in psychedelic science research, and how Jayne and Nick provide curated experiences for their clients. 

In this introductory episode, get to know our hosts: Mary and Josh. They talk about drug policy comparisons between New Zealand and Canada, how they got involved in CSSDP (Canadian Students for Sensible Drug Policy) and their frustrations with current drug education. Mary also does a Mario impression that you won't want to miss!

Josh and Mary meet with two drug educators, Heath D'Alessio and Sean Bristowe, discussing Canada’s cannabis legalization in 2018, advice for those fighting for cannabis legalization, and the launch of their cannabis education toolkit for youth: Get Sensible!