This episode of Kratom Stories explores the profound connection between mind and body, diving into the intersection of physical and mental pain with licensed psychotherapist John Newmark. John returns to discuss how Kratom can help manage both, highlighting its often-overlooked benefits for mental well-being, including its positive effects on anxiety…
Get ready for laughs, insightful discussions, and passionate advocacy! The Kratom Gals—four friends with strong opinions and even stronger laughs—explore the world of Kratom. Each week, we react to trending topics, debunk common myths, and share our experiences as responsible whole-leaf Kratom consumers. We host the chat every Saturday at…
From the depths of a 15-year addiction to a life of renewed purpose, Kassie's journey is a testament to the power of hope and self-discovery. In this week's episode, Madalyn interviews Kassie, who candidly shares her battles with substance abuse and successful completion of a two-year rehab program. But when…
This is a special edition of The Kratom Gals. We'll be watching the documentary Daun Harapan (A Leaf of Hope), along with Christopher Deaney from Christopher's Organic Botanicals. He works directly with the farmers shown in the film. Please SUPPORT the documentary by subscribing to Daun Harapan Film on YouTube,…
Get ready for laughs, insightful discussions, and passionate advocacy! The Kratom Gals—four friends with strong opinions and even stronger laughs—explore the world of Kratom. Each week, we react to trending topics, debunk common myths, and share our experiences as responsible whole-leaf Kratom consumers. We host the chat every Saturday at…
Did you know Illinois, Ohio, Iowa, Louisiana, and several other states have an increasing amount of local ban proposals? This is a special edition of The Kratom Gals. We'll be livestreaming The American Kratom Association's webinar, where they will discuss what they are doing to stop bans and how we…
This Kratom Stories episode features a compelling conversation between Madalyn Sklar and Amanda Ortiz of Etha Botanicals, exploring the often-overlooked connection between Kratom and women's health. Amanda, a seasoned Kratom user and advocate, shares her extensive knowledge gained from years of industry experience and countless conversations with customers. She reveals…
Get ready for laughs, insightful discussions, and passionate advocacy! The Kratom Gals—four friends with strong opinions and even stronger laughs—explore the world of Kratom. Each week, we react to trending topics, debunk common myths, and share our experiences as responsible whole-leaf Kratom consumers. We host the chat every Saturday at…
In this week's episode of Kratom Stories, Madalyn Sklar interviews Mac Haddow, the senior fellow on public policy for the American Kratom Association (https://www.americankratom.org/) (AKA), and a Kratom consumer himself. Mac shares his personal journey with Kratom, revealing how it helps manage chronic pain stemming from past injuries. His introduction…
Get ready to laugh, learn, and maybe even get a little heated! The Kratom Gals are four friends with strong opinions and even stronger laughs who dive deep into the world of Kratom. We react to trending topics, debunk myths, and share our collective experience as responsible whole-leaf Kratom consumers.…
On the Kratom Stories podcast, recovered addict and chronic pain sufferer Misty Brown shares her gripping tale of escaping the clutches of prescription drug dependence thanks to the power of Kratom. She bravely recounts her 11 year struggle with addiction, a relentless cycle of obtaining prescriptions, rapid depletion, and desperate…
Get ready to laugh, learn, and maybe even get a little heated! The Kratom Gals are four friends with strong opinions and even stronger laughs who dive deep into the world of Kratom. We react to trending topics, debunk myths, and share our collective experience as responsible whole-leaf Kratom consumers.…
This week on Kratom Stories, Madalyn Sklar speaks with Caro Freinberg, a passionate Kratom advocate, about her transformative journey with the plant. Caro recounts a challenging period marked by chronic pain, depression, and burnout, ultimately leading her to rediscover Kratom after an initial less-than-positive experience. Her story is one of…
Get ready to laugh, learn, and maybe even get a little heated! The Kratom Gals are four friends with strong opinions and even stronger laughs who dive deep into the world of Kratom. We react to trending topics, debunk myths, and share our collective experience as responsible whole-leaf Kratom consumers.…
This is a special edition of The Kratom Gals. We'll be watching the documentary The Mysteries of Kratom in its entirety, along with filmmaker Steve Hamm. The Kratom Gals are four friends with strong opinions and even stronger laughs who dive deep into the world of Kratom. We react to…
This week on Kratom Stories, Madalyn Sklar interviews Amanda Ortiz from Etha Botanicals. Her journey with Kratom is unique; unlike many users who find relief from chronic pain, Amanda utilizes Kratom primarily for its benefits in managing anxiety and improving focus, offering a fresh perspective on the plant's applications. She…
Special guest Mac Haddow from The American Kratom Association will be joining us! Get ready to laugh, learn, and maybe even get a little heated! The Kratom Gals are four friends with strong opinions and even stronger laughs who dive deep into the world of Kratom. We react to trending…
Get ready to laugh, learn, and maybe even get a little heated! The Kratom Gals are four friends with strong opinions and even stronger laughs who dive deep into the world of Kratom. We react to trending topics, debunk myths, and share our collective experience as responsible whole-leaf Kratom consumers.…
On this week's Kratom Stories, Madalyn Sklar speaks with Sharon Winkler, whose life was transformed by Kratom. A high-powered manager facing chronic pain from debilitating injuries and dropped by her doctor due to 2016 DEA opioid restrictions, Sharon found relief in Kratom. This remarkable plant not only alleviated her suffering…
Get ready to laugh, learn, and maybe even get a little heated! The Kratom Gals are four friends with strong opinions and even stronger laughs who dive deep into the world of Kratom. We react to trending topics, debunk myths, and share our collective experience as responsible whole-leaf Kratom consumers.…
Madalyn Sklar gets real on this week's solo episode, going beyond the typical podcast format to reveal the depth of her mission as a passionate Kratom advocate. She opens up about the challenges of discussing Kratom on social media and how she's taken her community into her own hands by…
Get ready to laugh, learn, and maybe even get a little heated! The Kratom Gals are four friends with strong opinions and even stronger laughs who dive deep into the world of Kratom. We react to trending topics, debunk myths, and share our collective experience as responsible whole-leaf Kratom consumers.…
This is a special edition of The Kratom Gals. We'll be livestreaming The American Kratom Association's webinar, during which they will share the latest legal updates and developments around the country and answer questions from the community. The Kratom Gals are four friends with strong opinions and even stronger laughs…
