I’m Ellen Scanlon, host of How to Do the Pot, an award-winning podcast making cannabis simple, approachable, and fun. A San Francisco-based mom, women’s health advocate, and East Coast native, I’ve spent years exploring how cannabis supports stress relief, better sleep, and overall well-being—especially for women like me who live with endometriosis. I talk about low-dose cannabis as an alcohol alternative and share science-backed insights, real women’s stories, and personal favorites—some about weed, some not, and always with your health in mind.

Clear, Smart Insights for Women

When I started How to Do the Pot in 2019, only 11 states had legalized cannabis for adult use. Today, that number has more than doubled to 24, with 38 states allowing medical use—and the industry has grown into a $40 billion market. But for many women, cannabis still feels confusing, intimidating, or out of reach.

This Substack is here to change that.

I share clear, smart, stigma-free insights to help women feel confident about cannabis—whether for better sleep, stress relief, pain management, or simply more joy. Through podcast highlights, science-backed advice, personal recommendations, and real women’s stories, I make cannabis approachable and practical for your life.

Join me as we navigate this fast-changing landscape together.

Questions?

I love hosting the podcast, but the best conversations happen when I hear from you. This is my direct line to connect—drop a question about cannabis, share a topic you’d love covered, or suggest a guest for the show. I can’t wait to hear what’s on your mind!