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Speaker 2
Hey, Gemini.
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Speaker 1
Hey, there. What's on your mind?
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Speaker 2
I'm recording this episode or this, conversation and just want to ask if that is okay.
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Speaker 1
Yeah, of course you can record our conversation.
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Speaker 2
What are the rules behind recording AI conversations?
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Speaker 1
Okay, so the rules around recording AI conversations are a bit of a legal gray area right now. It's generally accepted that you don't need the AI permission, but there might be terms of service. You agreed to. They could say otherwise. The bigger issue is what you plan to do with the recording if you plan to share it online.
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Speaker 1
Be careful about copyright and privacy laws. Some AI systems might have restrictions on how their outputs can be used.
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Speaker 2
Okay. All right. For the remainder of this thread, I want you to double the length of your answers just going forward. And I want to ask about legal weed in Texas. It seems like there's delta eight and delta nine and thc p in thc o. And like all these different things. Can you tell me about the difference between all those?
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Speaker 1
All right. So there are two main types of cannabis plants. Hemp and marijuana. The big difference is that hemp has super low levels of THC, while marijuana has enough THC to get you high. THC is short for tetrahydrocannabinol, and it's the compound in cannabis that gives you that feeling of being high. Now, there are different types of THC.
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Speaker 1
The most common one is called delta FC, and that's the one that's federally illegal. But there's another one called Delta eight T hc, which is found in tiny amounts in the cannabis plant. It's similar to Delta nine, but it's a little less potent and produces a slightly different kind of high. The tricky part is that a lot of delta minus eight products are made from him, not the actual cannabis plant.
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Speaker 1
Because of that, there's been a big debate about whether Delta minus eight is legal or not. And that's where things get confusing, especially with states having their own laws on top of the federal ones.
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Speaker 2
So how do you designate the difference between delta nine and delta eight?
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Speaker 1
All right. So the difference between delta minus eight and delta minus nine comes down to their chemical structure. Basically they have a similar shape. But the way their atoms are arranged is a little different. That difference is enough to change how they interact with your body, which is why delta minus eight is less potent and produces a milder high.
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Speaker 1
It's kind of like two different types of keys. They might look similar, but only one will fit into a specific lock. In this case, your body's receptors are the lock and delta minus eight and delta nine are the different shaped keys.
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Speaker 2
Go into more of the chemical structure. Is it something that comes from being on the plant longer?
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Speaker 1
That's a good question. The short answer is no. The difference between delta minus eight and delta minus nine isn't about how long they're on the plant. It's more about the plant's genetics and how it produces those compounds. Think of it like this. Some apple trees make red apple and others make green apple. It's the same plant, but the type of fruit it produces is built into a DNA from the very start.
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Speaker 1
It's similar with delta minus eight and delta minus nine. The plant is programed to make those specific compounds.
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Speaker 2
Okay. So it's to like different types of hemp plant.
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Speaker 1
Not quite. It's the same type of hemp plant but it produces different cannabinoids. Think of it like an apple tree that produces both red and green. Apple only instead of apples. We're talking about different types of THC.
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Speaker 2
Okay, so is hemp. What is the, what is the technical name for a marijuana plant?
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Speaker 1
The technical name for both hemp and the marijuana plant is cannabis. They're actually the same plant. But it gets confusing because there are different varieties. Hemp is specifically bred to have super low levels of THC, while marijuana has much higher levels of THC.
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Speaker 2
So hemp and regular. We come from the same plant, which is a cannabis plant.
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Speaker 1
Yep. That's right. Hemp and marijuana both come from the cannabis plant. The difference is that hemp has been bred over time to have super low levels of THC, while marijuana has been bred to have much higher levels.
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Speaker 2
So hemp is kind of like an ornamental cherry tree, and weed is like a cherry tree that produces cherries.
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Speaker 1
That's actually a really good way of thinking about it. Hemp would be like a cherry tree that doesn't produce fruit or maybe produces tiny, unappetizing fruit. Marijuana, on the other hand, is like a cherry tree that reliably produces tasty, juicy cherries.
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Speaker 2
Okay, so does Delta eight come from a hemp plant and Delta nine comes from, non hemp plant.
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Speaker 1
Okay, so delta eight THC can come from both hemp and marijuana plants. It's naturally found in tiny amounts in both of them. But most of the delta minus eight products you find are made from him. That's because it's usually more affordable, and there's less legal red tape around hemp derived products.
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Speaker 2
What about the Delta nine?
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Speaker 1
There's no such thing as Delta marine when it comes to cannabis or THC. It sounds like you might be thinking of delta minus eight, but the type of THC that comes from the cannabis plant, either hemp or marijuana?
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Speaker 2
No. Delta nine.
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Speaker 1
Right. So delta nine is the most common type of THC, and it's the one that's federally illegal. That's the one that's typically associated with the how you get from smoking weed.
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Speaker 2
Okay. So how is it legal in Texas?
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Speaker 1
Okay. That's a great question. Here's the deal with Delta minus nine in Texas. Regular Delta nine THC is definitely illegal, but there's a loophole with hemp derived delta nine. It's kind of complicated, but basically, if the Delta nine is made from him and there's not too much of it, it's technically legal in some situations. The problem is, it's really easy for those hemp derived delta minus nine products to accidentally or purposely have more delta minus nine than is allowed.
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Speaker 1
Plus, the laws around this stuff are still kind of new and not totally ironed out yet.
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Speaker 2
Okay, this is what I want to dive into in detail. Can you kind of give me a description of all that in like a thousand words?
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Speaker 1
All right. Let's dive into the details of Delta minus nine in Texas. It's definitely a complex issue with a lot to unpack. First off, it's important to remember the difference between hemp and marijuana. They're both cannabis plants, but hemp has been bred to have super low levels of THC, usually less than 0.3%. Marijuana, on the other hand, has much higher levels of THC, which is what gives you that high feeling.
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Speaker 1
Now here's where things get interesting with Delta minus nine. The 2018 farm Bill made hemp derived products legal on a federal level that includes stuff like CBD oil, which is made from hemp and doesn't have any. But it also opened the door for people to start extracting other compounds from hemp, like delta minus eight and delta nine. Delta nine is the big kahuna when it comes to THC.
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Speaker 1
It's the main psychoactive compound in marijuana, meaning it's the one that gets you high. The problem is, there's a lot of confusion about whether hemp derived delta nine is legal or not. Technically, the 2018 farm bill says that hemp derived products are legal as long as they contain less than 0.3% THC. But some people argue that any amount of delta nine, no matter how small, makes the product illegal.
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Speaker 1
And that's where the debate comes in. In Texas, the situation is a bit of a mess. The state has its own laws, and they don't always perfectly align with federal laws. So while hemp derived products are technically legal in Texas, there's a lot of confusion and inconsistency in how those laws are enforced. Plus, there's the issue of quality control.
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Speaker 1
Just because the product is labeled as hemp derived doesn't necessarily mean it actually is. Some manufacturers might try to skirt the rules by adding extra delta minus nine to their products. And with the demand for THC products being so high, there's a lot of incentive for some companies to cut corners. So to sum things up, the legality of hemp derived delta minus nine in Texas is a murky issue.
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Speaker 1
There are strong arguments on both sides of the debate, and the laws are constantly evolving. It's a situation that's likely to stay confusing for a while.
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Speaker 2
Okay, so what is the difference between the different types of THC like THC, O and THC p? And I've seen a whole bunch of different types.
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Speaker 1
All right. So there are two main types of THC.
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Speaker 2
You.
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Speaker 2
Do there.
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Speaker 2
You there.
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Speaker 2
You there.
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Speaker 2
Hello, Gemini.
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Speaker 2
Shit.
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Speaker 2
Gemini! You there?
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Speaker 1
Yes. I'm here.
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Speaker 2
Okay. Can you jump back in where we left off?
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Speaker 1
Sure thing. We were just talking about the different types of THC. So there's delta minus eight and delta nine, which are the most common. Then there are the synthetic versions like THC, O, and THC. Those are made in a lab and can be way more potent than regular delta nine. Do you want to talk more about the synthetic cannabinoids, or is there something else you're curious about?
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Speaker 2
Yeah. Can you take me through the process of deriving Delta nine from a hemp plant in high detail, maybe 1500 words?
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Speaker 1
All right, so it's not about driving Delta nine from a hemp plant. It's about extracting it. That's a whole process in itself. And it's kind of complicated. First you need the right kind of hemp. It has to be industrial hemp, which means it's been specifically bred to have super low levels of THC. Then you harvest the hemp plants, usually when they're at their peak.
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Speaker 1
After that, it's time to dry the plants out so you can work with them. Once the hemp is dry. You've got to break it down into smaller pieces. Think of it like chopping up vegetables before you cook with them. This makes it easier to get all the good stuff out of the plant. Now comes the actual extraction. There are a few different ways to do this, but one common method is called solvent extraction.
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Speaker 1
Basically, you soak the hemp in a solvent. Think of it like a special kind of liquid that pulls out the delta minus nine and other goodies. Some popular solvents for this are butane, ethanol, and carbon dioxide. After the extraction, you've got this mixture of your solvent and the hemp compounds. Now you've got to separate them out. This part is called purification.
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Speaker 1
They use things like heat and pressure to get rid of the solvent and leave you with a concentrated form of the delta minus nine. But wait. There's more. Even after purification, you don't have a final product yet. The Delta minus nine extract needs to be turned into something usable. This could mean making vape cartridges, gummies, or even just plain old oil.
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Speaker 1
There are different techniques for each type of product. The whole process is pretty technical and involved a lot of chemistry and specialized equipment. It's not something you could just do in your kitchen.
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Speaker 2
Okay, can you go into the difference between things such as TCO and TCP and what what's the other letter mean?
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Speaker 1
Okay. I think you might be getting tripped up on some acronyms. First up, THC refers to the compound in cannabis that gets you high. It stands for tetrahydrocannabinol. Now, PTO isn't a term used with THC. It's actually short for paid time off. That's the time you get off work with full pay for things like vacation stuff.
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Speaker 2
No, I said thc o and thc p.
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Speaker 1
Okay. I think I see what's going on. You're probably talking about the different types of THC, like Delta eight, delta nine THC. Oh, and thc those letters at the end refer to the part of the THC molecule that's slightly different in each one. So to break it down, delta minus eight and delta nine are the most natural types.
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Speaker 1
You can find tiny amounts of them in the actual cannabis plant. THC, O and THC are synthetic, meaning they're made in a lab. Does that clear things up a bit?
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Speaker 2
Kind of. Can you go into the detail of that process? Maybe a thousand words.
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Speaker 1
All right. Let's dive into the differences between the different types of THC. It's kind of complicated, but I'll do my best to break it down. First up, we've got Delta nine. This is the most common type of THC, and it's the one that's federally illegal. It's found naturally in the cannabis plant. And it's the main reason why weed gets you high.
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Speaker 1
Now, delta minus eight is similar to delta nine, but there's a slight difference in their chemical structure. This change makes delta minus eight a bit less potent. So it produces a milder high like delta nine. You can find tiny amounts of delta minus eight in the cannabis plant. But most delta minus eight products are made from him. Things get a little different with THC and THC.
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Speaker 1
These aren't found in the actual cannabis plant. They're synthetic, which means they're made in the lab. Scientists take other cannabinoids like CBD or Delta eight and modify them to create THC, O or THC. The O in THC O stands for acetate. Basically, they add an acetate molecule to the THC structure. This change makes THC O more potent and produces a different kind of high compared to regular delta nine t.
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Speaker 1
CP is similar. The P stands for purple. They add a purple molecule to the THC structure and that also makes it more potent. So to sum things up, delta minus eight and delta nine are the natural forms of THC, while THC and THC are synthetic versions made in the lab. The main differences are in their chemical makeup and how potent they are.
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Speaker 2
So if you get a, say, a vape with taco or chickpea in it, the chemicals in that were never made by a hemp plant or fully derived in a lab.
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Speaker 1
Okay, so if you get a vape with THC, the chemicals inside were definitely made in a lab. THC isn't found in the cannabis plant. It's a synthetic cannabinoid, meaning it's been created by scientists. It's kind of like the difference between natural flavors and artificial flavors. Natural flavors come from the actual fruit or plant, while artificial flavors are made in a lab to mimic the taste.
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Speaker 2
But if you get, a vape that says Delta nine, then it was derived from the plant and just concentrated.
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Speaker 1
All right. So if you get a vape that says delta minus nine and it's derived from the hemp plant, that means we've extracted delta nine from the hemp and concentrated it into the vape cartridge. It's kind of like making juice from oranges. You start with the whole fruit, then you extract the juice and get rid of the pulp.
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Speaker 1
The tricky part with hemp derived delta nine is that the laws around it are still kind of fuzzy, even though it's technically legal. There are a lot of regulations about how much Delta nine is allowed.
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Speaker 2
But delta nine THC is natural, but THC, O and THP are not.
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Speaker 1
Yep. That's right. Delta nine THC is a natural compound found in the cannabis plant. While THC is a synthetic cannabinoid made in a lab.
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Speaker 2
Okay, there's also a different couple different THC. I think I've seen thc, a and stuff like that. So when it doesn't have delta nine. And that means it was made in a lab.
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Speaker 1
All right. So thc a is actually the acidic form of THC. Think of it like the unripe version of when you smoke or vape cannabis. The heat from your lighter or vape turns thc air into delta nine, which is the psychoactive compound that gets you high. So to answer your question, finding THC instead of delta minus nine doesn't necessarily mean it was made in the lab.
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Speaker 1
THC is a natural part of the cannabis plant.
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Speaker 2
Can you go through all the different types of THC? There's a, an O and P and a couple different other ones. Can you list all those in detail? Maybe a thousand words.
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Speaker 1
All right. Let's break down the different types of THC. It's a little complicated, but I'll do my best to keep it clear. First, we've got the two most common ones. Delta nine THC. This is the one you're probably most familiar with. It's the main psychoactive compound in cannabis, and it's what gives you the high. It's found naturally in the plant.
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Speaker 1
Delta eight THC similar to delta nine, but a little less potent. It's also found in the plant, but in much smaller amounts. Most delta minus eight products are made from hemp. Now, here's where things get a little more complex. These next ones are all synthetic, meaning they're made in a lab. THC o acetate, THC. Oh, this one starts with either delta minus eight or delta minus nine and adds an acetate molecule.
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Speaker 1
It's said to be more potent and longer lasting than regular delta nine THC VPI thc propyl similar to thc o, but instead of acetate they add a propyl molecule. It's also said to be stronger than delta nine. Okay, so those are the main ones you hear about. But there are actually more types of THC out there. The reason is that THC is a molecule with a basic structure, but you can make slight changes to that structure to create different effects.
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Speaker 1
It's kind of like taking a simple recipe and adding different ingredients to make new dishes. Some other less common types include delta ten, THC. This one's also found in tiny amounts in the cannabis plant, but it's even less common than delta minus 8C2 tetrahydrocannabinol. This one's similar to THC, but it's a different type of synthetic cannabinoid. HHC Hexa hydrocarbon all.
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Speaker 1
This one's also synthetic. It's made by adding hydrogen atoms to delta nine THC. It's important to remember that these synthetic cannabinoids are relatively new, so there isn't a ton of research on them yet. We don't know for sure how safe they are or what the long term effects might be.
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Speaker 2
So if you're worried about using synthetic cannabinoids, you should say with the delta nine THC or the delta eight THC and not the THC, O or P or HHC.
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Speaker 1
If you're worried about using synthetic cannabinoids, then sticking with delta minus eight or delta minus nine would be your safest bet. They're naturally occurring in the cannabis plant, and there's more research and knowledge about them with the synthetics like THC and HHC. There's a lot less information about how they work in the body and what the long term effects might be.
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Speaker 2
Okay. Can you go deep into that maybe 1500 words?
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Speaker 1
Okay. Let's dive deeper into the differences between natural and synthetic cannabinoids. It's true that there's more research and knowledge about the natural ones like delta minus eight and delta nine, but let's look at why that matters. So when we talk about cannabinoids we're talking about chemical compounds found in the cannabis plant. Your body has receptors that these cannabinoids can interact with and that interaction produces various effects.
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Speaker 1
Think of it like a lock and key. The cannabinoids are the keys and your body's receptors are the locks. Now, with natural cannabinoids like delta minus eight and delta nine, humans have been using them for thousands of years. We've had a lot of time to observe their effects. Both the good and the bad. We know how they generally interact with the body, and we have a better understanding of potential side effects and risks.
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Speaker 1
Synthetic cannabinoids, on the other hand, are a relatively new thing. They're made in a lab, not grown in nature. Because of that, there's a lot less information about how they work in the body. We don't have that same long history of human use to look back on. Here's the thing. When you introduce something new into the body, there's always a risk of unexpected side effects with synthetic cannabinoids.
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Speaker 1
Those risks are higher simply because we have less data. It's like taking a new medication. There's always a chance it could interact with your body in ways we didn't anticipate. Another concern with synthetic cannabinoids is consistency. When you get a natural product, there's some variation. Plant the plant. But the basic make up is the same with synthetic. The manufacturing process can be less controlled, meaning the actual chemical makeup of the product might vary from batch to batch.
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Speaker 1
This makes it harder to predict how your body will react. Finally, there's the issue of potency. Synthetic cannabinoids are often designed to be more potent than their natural counterparts. While that might sound appealing, it also means there's a higher risk of an overdose or a really bad reaction with something more potent. It's easier to accidentally consume too much.
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Speaker 1
So while synthetic cannabinoids might be tempting because they offer new experiences, it's important to be cautious. The lack of research and the potential risks make them a less safe choice compared to the natural cannabinoids like delta minus eight and delta nine.
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Speaker 2
Okay, so it makes sense why the synthetic cannabinoids are a legal loophole in Texas. But with Delta nine. Is it just the fact that it's hemp derived that makes it legal? And then it's very concentrated?
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Speaker 1
That's a great question. The legality of delta minus nine in Texas is definitely tied to that 0.3% limit. But it's not just about the temporary nature of it. There are a few other factors at play. First, there's the way the law is written. It focuses on the total amount of delta minus nine in the product, not where it came from.
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Speaker 1
So as long as the product has less than 0.3% delta nine, it's technically legal. Even if most of that delta minus nine came from marijuana instead of harm. Then there's the issue of testing labs that test these products might not always be super accurate, and there's no guarantee that the results are completely reliable. This creates a situation where some products might have higher levels of delta minus nine than the label says.
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Speaker 1
Finally, there's the fact that the whole legal situation is still really new. The laws are constantly changing, and there's a lot of debate about how everything should be regulated. Kind of like the wild West out there right now. So to sum things up, the legality of Delta minus nine in Texas is a perfect storm of factors. It's not just about the temporary nature of the loophole, but also about how the law is written.
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Speaker 1
The limitations of testing and the overall confusion around the regulations.
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Speaker 2
Okay, I went to a CB. Sure. I remember somebody telling me that Delta nine edibles are legal, but pens are illegal because of like a volumetric loophole.
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Speaker 1
Okay, so it's a little more complicated than that. It's true that edibles with delta nine THC have different rules than vape pens. But it's not just about the form they come in. Here's the deal. Edibles. In some states, edibles with a certain amount of delta nine THC are legal. The specific rules vary from place to place, but the idea is that you can get edibles with a little bit of THC for recreational use.
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Speaker 1
Vape pens. Most places have stricter rules for vape pens, especially if they contain these LPA nine THC. Even if the amount of THC is the same as in an edible, vape, pens are more likely to be regulated like marijuana products. So it's not about the product itself, but how it's regulated. Edibles might get a bit more leeway when it comes to THC content.
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Speaker 1
While vape pens tend to have lower limits or even be completely banned for recreational use.
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Speaker 2
So how does an edible that really only has 0.03 concentration actually works so well?
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Speaker 1
So there are a couple of reasons why edibles might feel stronger than you'd expect. Even with a low THC concentration, first, it takes your body a lot longer to digest and absorb THC from edibles compared to smoking or vaping. Because of this delay, the effects can hit you harder and last much longer. Second, the weight THC interacts with your body is different when you eat it.
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Speaker 1
When you smoke were vape, the THC goes straight into your bloodstream. But with edibles it has to go through your digestive system first, which can change how your body processes it. Finally, the way THC is measured can be a little tricky. Sometimes the amount of THC listed on the package isn't completely accurate. This can lead to surprises when you eat the edible.
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Speaker 1
It's always a good idea to start with a low dose when trying edibles, especially if it's your first time.
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Speaker 2
So is it the kind of thing where point 3% at 100g is the same thing as 30% at one gram?
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Speaker 1
So it's not quite that simple. It's more about the total amount of THC you're consuming, not just the percentage. Let's say you have an edible that's 100g and it has a 0.3% THC concentration. That means there's 0.3g of THC in the whole edible. Now, if you eat the whole thing, you're getting all 0.3g of THC. On the other hand, if you have an edible that's only one gram and it has a 30% THC concentration, you're also getting a 0.3g of THC.
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Speaker 1
So in this case, the effect would be roughly the same. But what matters is how much of the edible you eat. If you only eat half of the 30% THC edibles, you're getting less THC than if you ate the whole 0.3% THC edible.
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Speaker 2
Right. But is that part of how they get around the loophole for edibles?
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Speaker 1
All right, so there's a couple of things going on with edibles and the law. First, the labeling on edibles can sometimes be a little misleading. They might highlight the low percentage of THC to make it seem less potent. But that doesn't always tell the whole story. Second, the way THC interacts with your body when you eat it is different than when you smoke or vape it.
00;28;22;21 - 00;28;45;22
Speaker 1
Edibles can hit you harder and the effects last longer. This means that even a small amount of THC in an edible can have a strong impact. So to answer your question, it's not necessarily about getting around loopholes, but more about how edibles are regulated and how THC affects your body. The focus on the percentage of THC can be a distraction because it doesn't always reflect how strong the edible will actually feel.
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Speaker 2
Okay, what about when a vape says live resin?
00;28;52;02 - 00;29;16;00
Speaker 1
Okay, when a vape says live resin, it means they use a special method to make the concentrate. Basically, they freeze the cannabis plant right after harvest while it's still alive and fresh. Then they extract the resin using a solvent like butane or ethanol. This process is supposed to preserve more of the plant's natural turbines and cannabinoids, which some people say gives a smoother, more flavorful high.
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Speaker 2
So if it says live resin, then that means it's naturally derived and not as synthetic, like THC, A or O or P.
00;29;29;05 - 00;29;50;07
Speaker 1
Yep. That's right. Live resin is considered a more natural concentrate compared to something totally synthetic like THC. P or HHC. With live resin, they start with a fresh frozen cannabis plant, which means it preserves more of the plant's natural compounds. Synthetic cannabinoids, on the other hand, are made in a lab from scratch.
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Speaker 2
Okay, I think that's about it today. I understand it a lot better now.
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Speaker 1
Sounds like you learned a lot today. Do you want to summarize what you've learned, or would you rather just move on?
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Speaker 2
No. That's it for today. Peace.