Episode Details

This week we’re doing something a little different… but don’t worry, there’s still beer involved. 🎙 Guest: Morgan Smith – CEO of Kalm With Kava. Dave sits down with Morgan Smith from Kalm With Kava to talk about kava — the traditional South Pacific root drink known for its calming, social effects. Kava doesn’t give you a “buzz” like alcohol or THC. Instead, it delivers a mellow, relaxed feeling that helps take the edge off without fogging your head. What We Covered:

• What kava is and how it’s been used for 3,000+ years in places like Fiji, Vanuatu, Tonga, and Hawaii
• How kava differs from alcohol and cannabis
• Drug testing concerns (spoiler: generally safe, with a rare caveat)
• The liver safety myth and where it came from
• How kava is traditionally prepared (yes, there’s a massage involved)
• Modern options: instant kava, gummies, tinctures
• Kava bars popping up across the U.S.
• The cultural significance of kava in Polynesian communities
• Building a brand responsibly within a deeply rooted tradition

Dave also shares his own experience trying kava:

• Instant mix = earthy but manageable
• Noticeable calming effect
• Slept like a champion

If you’re cutting back on alcohol or just looking for something different, this is worth checking out. 👉 Learn more: KalmWithKava.com (with a K!)

👉 Also available on Amazon — make sure you search the correct brand. Put it in the cart!


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