The Canna Kuyas
"There are 100,000 total marijuana smokers in the U.S., and most are Negroes, Hispanics, Filipinos and entertainers...This marijuana causes white women to seek sexual relations with Negroes, entertainers, and any others."
-Testimony to US Congress supporting Marihuana Tax Act 1937-Harry Anslinger (1892-1975) Assistant Prohibition Commissioner
This is the quote that inspired Filipino American Entertainers Erick Esteban and Mitch Narito, otherwise know as "The Canna Kuyas" to cultivate conversations about cannabis.
Filipinos were specifically mentioned in demonizing and criminalizing this plant and now the Canna Kuyas can be a part of decriminalizing and de-stigmatizing this plant. In 2024 as medicinal and recreational cannabis sweep across the country join the Canna Kuyas on their journey into Cannabis Culture.
Episodes
55 episodes
The Canna Kuyas EP54- When you Grow Your Own, Everyday is 4/20
Erick and Mitch recall 4/20's past and realize growing your own makes everyday a special day to celebrate this wonderful bountiful plant that is cannabis.
The Canna Kuyas EP53- Donald's Descheduling Distraction
The Kuyas discuss the latest rumor from the Marijuana Herald that claims Trump will deschedule cannabis this summer.
The Canna Kuyas EP52-The Four Cultivars of the Apocalypse
The Buddha Lounge is BACK after the madness of March, Erick and Mitch are back sampling four different cultivars from the Buddha Lounge harvests. The kuyas also discuss some of the changing laws for cannabis cultivation in America.
The Canna Kuyas EP51-Season Three Starts Now!!!
The Buddha Lounge is back open!!! Erick Esteban and Mitch Narito, the Canna Kuyas are back!!! Season Three starts now! Join them as they cultivate more conversations concerning cannabis culture and creativity!
The Canna Kuyas EP50 A Half Baked Season Finale
The season two finale finally!!! After much delay comedy road trips and garden upgrades your kuyas from the Buddha Lounge are back with a grow update Erick's controversial review of "Half Baked" after seeing it for the first time. The Kuy...
The Canna Kuyas EP49-Stocked for the Summer
The Kuyas are back in the Buddha Lounge sampling the latest summer harvest. Erick and Mitch also preview the special plan for their 50th episode!
The Canna Kuyas EP48-No Taxation Without Representation
The Kuyas are back with another grow update from the Buddha Lounge where Erick discusses drying and curing techniques- a vital part of the growing process. Mitch also breaks down how Southern California's most recent increases in cannabis...
The Canna Kuyas EP47- How Was Your Holiday?
The Kuyas recount their 4/20 adventures this past Holiday and give a grow update for the Buddha Lounge. Erick and Mitch also give their non-spoiler reviews of the movie Sinners since that was the film of choice for the 4/20 celebration.
The Canna Kuyas EP46-Pothead Christmas
What are your plans for this 4/20? The Kuyas discuss their plans for their favorite holiday plus an extensive grow update from the Buddha Lounge.
The Canna Kuyas EP45-UbeWorld and Beyond
Erick and Mitch are back with a Buddha Lounge garden update right before they hit the road back to San Diego for another UBEWORLD performance at Mic Drop Comedy. Stay tuned to our instagram stories for video garden updates.
The Canna Kuyas EP44-Now We're Cooking!
The Canna Kuyas welcome famed Food Network Cannabis Chef Chris Binotto to the Buddha Lounge
The Canna Kuyas EP43-We've Only Just Begun
Erick and Mitch are back with another bountiful harvest update and shares all the new genetics they've added to the Buddha Lounge.
The Canna Kuyas EP42-Perpetual Grow in Full Effect
The Canna Kuyas are back with another Buddha Lounge grow update where they discuss the current harvest of Pineapple O.G. Autoflower from Humboldt Seed Company and a tent of clones of Jedi Cookies and Jack Herer. Erick has also added some ...
The Canna Kuyas EP41-Longest January on Record
The Canna Kuyas are back after a very difficult January in Los Angeles. Listen for a grow update from the Buddha Lounge and the results of the DJ Short Blueberry harvest.
The Canna Kuyas EP40-New Years' Grow Resolutions for 2025
The Canna Kuyas are growing in 2025! The Buddha Lounge now has an outdoor greenhouse extension and the outdoor vs. indoor comparison has begun. Erick and Mitch has pick their favorite cultivars that have been harvested from the Budd...
The Canna Kuyas EP39-Quest for Perpetual Growth
The perpetual harvest is set and Erick's three tent set up in the Buddha Lounge is humming on all cylinders. Erick and Mitch talk about home grown remedies to common problems facing cannabis users during the holidays. Also, real talk GNX ...
The Canna Kuyas EP38- Happy Danksgiving
Erick and Mitch are back in the Buddha Lounge for a special double Danksgiving Week Episode! The Kuyas talk about their bountiful Buddha Lounge harvest and everything they are thankful for. Perfect to listen to when you and your cou...
The Canna Kuyas EP37- Strawberry Fields Forever
Erick and Mitch are back with a new Buddha Lounge Grow update. DJ Short Blueberry and Strawberry Cough has arrived and ready for a taste test.
The Canna Kuyas EP36- The Force is Strong with this One
The Kuyas also share the results of the Jedi Cookies harvest and sample Erick's new SIGARO a hand rolled hemp wrap cigar with an 1/8 of cannabis in each, Sigaro is Tagalog for cigar.
The Canna Kuyas EP35- Harvesting Herer
It's harvest season and Jack Herer has arrived!
The Canna Kuyas EP34- Cannabis is on the Ballot!
The Jack Herer has been harvested!!! Listen for the results and observations on latest Buddha Lounge Grow Update and the the current state of cannabis as it relates to the presidential election because cannabis is on the ballot!
The Canna Kuyas EP33-Halloween Harvest
The Canna Kuyas are back with another Buddha Lounge grow update! The Kuyas have four different cultivar/strains running and Erick breaks down his growing processes for Jack Herer, DJ Short Blueberry, Jedi Cookies and Strawberry Cough. The...
The Canna Kuyas EP32- Consumption Cafes in California
The Canna Kuyas return with another grow update from the Buddha Lounge of the different cultivars they have going; Jack Herer, DJ Short Blueberry, Jedi Cookies, and Strawberry Cough. The Kuyas also discuss the latest developments on canna...
The Canna Kuyas EP31- Flipping in Flower
The Canna Kuyas are back! Erick and Mitch just flipped the Buddha Lounge to bloom-mode. Listen for all the grow updates and the preview of what's coming up in SEASON TWO of the Canna Kuyas
The Canna Kuyas EP30- Season One Finale'
Join Erick and Mitch for a final session for season one of the Canna Kuya Podcast. They recap their favorite moments from the first thirty episodes and give a preview of what's coming next for season two of cultivating conversations about...