Recovery Discovery by Show Up and Stay
Recovery Discovery (brought to you by Show Up and Stay) is a podcast series dedicated to exploring addiction through the lens of science and technology. DeAnn Knighton is a recovering human and a clinical mental health counselor in the making. She is joined by co-host and Show Up and Stay co-founder Craig Knighton. Craig is an engineer, a technology expert, and a world-class big brother inspired by scientific and technological advancements that will change how we think about and treat substance use disorder.
Recovery Discovery by Show Up and Stay
Recovery Discovery | Beyond Opioids: How AI-Designed Cannabinoids Could Change Addiction Recovery
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Can the endocannabinoid system (ECS) help reshape the future of pain treatment and addiction recovery?
In this episode of Recovery Discovery, DeAnn and Craig explore the science behind the body’s endocannabinoid system, a powerful biological network responsible for maintaining balance, pain regulation, inflammation control, and emotional wellbeing.
Their guest, Caitlin Krebs, co-founder and CEO of Nalu Bio, explains how researchers are using artificial intelligence and advanced drug discovery technology to design non-addictive cannabinoid-based medicines that target the ECS without intoxication or dependency.
The conversation explores how AI-engineered compounds could potentially provide pain relief comparable to opioids without the addiction risk, opening new possibilities for people in recovery who often struggle with limited medical options for pain management.
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