This episode of Flowers & Tea was one of those conversations that just kept unfolding in the most powerful way.

For Episode 9, we sat down with The Dank Duchess—a Brooklyn-based cultivator, hashish educator, and one of the most respected voices in solventless cannabis. With over 20 years in cultivation and training under the legendary Frenchy Cannoli, her depth of knowledge is undeniable—and you feel that immediately in this conversation.

We get into her journey learning from Frenchy, what it really means to specialize in hash, and why solventless extraction isn’t just about quality—it’s about health, intention, and respect for the plant.

But we didn’t stop there.

We talk about:

• The science and benefits behind solventless extraction

• The history of cannabis, including the origins of the chillum

• The realities of regulation (and the frustration around homegrow still being illegal in New Jersey)

• What it looks like to be a woman navigating the hash and cultivation space

• Honest conversations around overconsumption and accountability

• Mushrooms, microdosing, and the importance of balancing your endocannabinoid system over chasing societal expectations

This episode is layered. It’s educational, but it’s also deeply personal.

It’s women being real about their relationship with the plant—what it gives, what it takes, and what it requires to use it responsibly and successfully.

If you’re looking for clarity, deeper understanding, and conversations that don’t shy away from the truth… this is the one.