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The Never-Ending Carousel of Cannabis Nonsense is a sharp, satirical podcast series offering insider observations from within and outside the cannabis industry. Hosted by a women of a certain age with decades of lived experience.
Each episode is a humorous, often eyebrow-raising commentary on the chaos, contradictions, and characters that define the world of cannabis. From outdated laws and baffling bureaucracy to self-proclaimed experts and media misfires, nothing escapes scrutiny. If you like your truth served with a side of dry wit, unapologetic honesty, and the occasional eye roll — this ride is for you.
Step aboard, it never stops.
“The Never-Ending Carousel of Cannabis Nonsense” is written and produced by Sian Phillips.
Music by PlayDays2021, licensed via Adobe.
You can find “The Never-Ending Carousel of Cannabis Nonsense” on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music Podcasts.
All opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the host and any guests, and do not necessarily reflect those of any affiliated organisations.
This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute medical, legal, or financial advice.
©2025 - Sian Phillips. All rights reserved.
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In this episode of the Never Ending Carousel of Cannabis Nonsense, I attempt to have a sensible conversation about a CBPM (Cannabis based prescription medicine) for children with intractable epilepsy. What I get instead is a LinkedIn performance piece from a man who lists actor, scriptwriter and part time scientist on his profile while simultaneously claiming he can detect my breath through the internet. What follows is a wry tour through rage baiting, ego collapses, questionable American fre...
In this episode of The Never Ending Carousel of Cannabis Nonsense, Sian tackles one of the most baffling recurring questions in the cannabis sector: “What does a trade association actually do?” With her trademark mix of observational comedy, blunt honesty, and industry insight, Sian explains why trade associations are not optional extras but essential safeguards in a chaotic and fast shifting regulatory landscape. She breaks down: • Why companies cannot navigate cannabis regulation alon...
Not everything leafy is laced. Join Sian on The Never Ending Carousel of Cannabis Nonsense as she unpacks twenty of pop culture’s most persistent cannabis myths - from Shakespeare’s so-called smoke sessions to Popeye’s suspicious spinach. It’s a sharp-witted, eye-rolling ride through the music, television, film, and folklore that people have insisted were “secretly about weed.” From The Magic Roundabout to The Wizard of Oz, Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds to Pass the Dutchie, this two-part epis...
It’s 2025 (nearly 2026) — the world runs on apps, AI, and automation — yet somehow, there’s still someone in every meeting who refuses to “do it that way.” In Bending and Bowing, Sian Phillips unpacks the maddening irony of being a flexible, high-functioning professional in a world that punishes efficiency. From digital Luddites refusing authenticator apps to the daily theft of unpaid minutes that turn into hours, this is a rant for anyone who’s ever been forced to “just quickly redo it manua...
Polypharmacy: the word that sounds like progress but often means chaos. In this episode, Sian Phillips dives into the complex world of multiple prescriptions, exploring what happens when medicinal cannabis and CBD join the mix. From enzyme interactions and sedative overload to opportunities for deprescribing, it’s a straight-talking, globally relevant look at modern medicine’s love affair with medication. Key Takeaways: What polypharmacy means and why it matters.How cannabis and CBD inte...
Seven years on from the legalisation of medical cannabis in the UK, the lines between the clinical and the criminal have started to blur. In this episode of The Never Ending Carousel of Cannabis Nonsense, host Sian Phillips takes a sharp, sardonic look at the uncomfortable truth - that the “medical” and “legacy” cannabis markets now share more similarities than differences. From pricing and quality to branding and batch errors, this episode lifts the lid on why regulation without enforcement ...
What happens when national identity meets medical absurdity? In this tongue-in-cheek episode, Welsh advocate Sian Phillips takes a satirical look at how equality laws protect your right to a translator — but not your right to affordable medical cannabis. From Machynlleth to Llanelli, and from Y Ddraig Goch to the endocannabinoid system, this episode explores the irony of being Welsh in England — where you might be legally recognised for your national origin, yet invisible when fighting for pa...
Ever wondered why every chef seems to think we need to suffer for flavour? In this episode of The Never-Ending Carousel of Cannabis Nonsense, Sian Phillips takes a fiery look at society’s obsession with intensity — from chilli-flaked everything to THC-worship in the cannabis world. With trademark wit and exasperated honesty, Sian compares her intolerance to THC with her hatred of unnecessary spice. For some, it’s a thrill; for others, it’s torture. And yet, the evangelists keep insisting it’s...
A guided tour of the industry’s overconfident disasters and the loyal minions who follow them. In this episode of The Never Ending Carousel of Cannabis Nonsense, we take a steady spin through one of the industry’s most persistent mysteries — where do all the bad guys actually go? You know the ones. The swagger, the bravado, the confidence so blinding you need a risk assessment just to stand near it. They arrive declaring themselves visionaries, throw money around like confetti, charm an...
This spin on The Never Ending Carousel of Cannabis Nonsense, we take aim at the critics — the comment-section crusaders who confuse complaining for contributing. Armed with only a tiny hammer in hand, we dismantle the culture of performative cynicism and asks: when did activism turn into a spectator sport? It’s witty, weary, and wickedly observant - a ride through ego, awareness fatigue, and the endless need for credit in a world where progress is never perfect. Send us a message Suppor...
When political progress gives with one hand and smacks you round the face with the other. Sir Keir Starmer hands the vote to 16- and 17-year-olds — a bold move that could’ve made Labour look progressive, modern, and actually in touch with the next generation. But then, in one gloriously clueless swoop, he manages to snatch defeat from the jaws of progress by refusing to even consider cannabis reform. In this 15-minute monologue dripping with sarcasm and disbelief, Sian Phillips unpacks the sh...
What do jam, Jerusalem, and hemp have in common? Apparently, everything. In this episode of The Never Ending Carousel of Cannabis Nonsense, Sian Phillips takes you deep into the world of the Women’s Institute – the unlikely heroines of Britain’s quiet cannabis revolution. Armed with pickling pans, passive-aggressive crochet, and decades of no-nonsense organising skills, these women are preserving far more than fruit. Join us for a sharply observed, cheeky salute to the power of hemp, home eco...
In this searing deep dive, The Never Ending Carousel of Cannabis Nonsense takes you back to the smoke and mirrors of America's first drug war. Host Sian Phillips unravels the chilling story of how Billie Holiday, the jazz icon with a voice like velvet and a spine of steel - became the personal target of Harry J. Anslinger, the man who turned bureaucratic paranoia into national policy. From the haunting notes of Strange Fruit to the cold handcuffs on her hospital bed, this episode exposes the ...
In this no-holds-barred episode, Sian Phillips tackles the misguided martyrdom of the self-medicating crowd who think carrying a card entitles them to sympathy, employment immunity, and budget cannabis on tap. From misunderstood prescriptions to the real cost of legal medical cannabis in the UK, it’s time for a dose of harsh truth, with a side of sharp wit. If you’ve ever rolled your eyes at the moaning masses or been tempted to light up in a staff meeting – this one’s for y...
In this episode of The Never Ending Carousel of Cannabis Nonsense, Sian uncovers the cringe-worthy timeline of how UK cannabis policy has religiously shadowed the US – even when it made no sense. From Anslinger to PoCA, we follow the historic game of copycat that turned an evidence-free moral panic into decades of failed policy. Spoiler: there never was any science behind the Misuse of Drugs Act. Just a lot of misplaced loyalty and lazy law-making. Follow us on Facebook, and listen on S...
Event Survival: Sian’s Trade Show Survival Guide Trade shows aren’t glamorous. They’re caffeine-fuelled obstacle courses filled with dry air, dubious canapés, and overconfident men named Dave. In this episode of The Never Ending Carousel of Cannabis Nonsense, Sian delivers her wickedly funny survival guide to navigating expos, conferences and cannabis-industry chaos — complete with deodorant hacks, networking truths, and the definitive list of things you will lose along the way. I...
Breast cancer isn’t a personality trait, and THC isn’t a cure-all. In this episode, your host Sian dives headfirst into the absurdities of modern healthcare, post-biopsy chaos, and the unsolicited nonsense cancer patients get served daily — especially from the cannabis crowd. From paper cups as surgical gear to radioactive nipple injections (yes, really), this is a true tale of survival with logic, not lore. Expect sharp wit, hard facts, and a firm but fair slap for every stranger in the DMs ...
In this episode, we delve into the labyrinth of cannabis research. From groundbreaking studies to the ones that make you question reality, we sift through the data to separate the enlightening from the downright perplexing. Expect sharp wit, critical analysis, and a touch of irreverence as we navigate the ever-evolving landscape of cannabis science. https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/13880209.2025.2499075#abstract Send us a message Support the show The Never-Ending...
Buckle up for a nose-first dive into the pungent world of terpenes — the aromatic compounds hijacked by wellness warriors and butchered in clinical trials. In this episode of The Never-Ending Carousel of Cannabis Nonsense, we unpick the facts from the fluff: what terpenes are, what they do, where else they’re found, and why using them as a placebo is scientifically ridiculous. Expect sarcasm, truth bombs, and a magnifying glass over the nonsense. If it smells fishy, it proba...
Ever walked past someone and thought, “What is that funny smell?” Chances are, it was cannabis. In this episode of The Never-Ending Carousel of Cannabis Nonsense, host Sian unpacks the truth about cannabis and hemp — what they are, how they’re different, what the law says in the UK, and why so many people have strong opinions about them. A clear, calm, and age-appropriate guide for young teens who want facts without the drama. Great for ages 12–15 | Real talk, no lectures | ...
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