102: Alchemy 1.01 with JJ Stenhouse - Episode 102102: Alchemy 1.01 with JJ Stenhouse - Episode 102
UK Health Radio Podcast
JJ Stenhouse discusses the transformative impact of medical cannabis with Charlotte Caldwell and Graeme Woodward, highlighting personal stories and ongoing advocacy.
46:51•28 Nov 2024
Transforming Lives with Medical Cannabis: A Journey of Hope
Episode Overview
- Medical cannabis significantly improved Billy Caldwell's severe epilepsy.
- Charlotte Caldwell's advocacy led to the first NHS prescription for medical cannabis.
- Current regulations make accessing medical cannabis challenging for many families.
- Relief focuses on providing high-quality and consistent medical cannabis.
- Ongoing efforts aim to make medical cannabis more accessible and affordable.
“For us as a family, it's a miracle. Billy's seizures are absolutely and totally controlled.”
In this episode of the UK Health Radio Podcast, JJ Stenhouse, also known as the Practical Alchemist, hosts a compelling discussion on the transformative power of medical cannabis. The episode features Charlotte Caldwell, who made history by securing the first NHS prescription for her son Billy's medical cannabis, and Graeme Woodward, COO of Relief, a leading provider of medical cannabis in the UK.
Charlotte shares her emotional journey, detailing how medical cannabis has drastically improved Billy's life, reducing his severe epilepsy seizures from hundreds per day to none. Graeme provides insights into the challenges and triumphs of making medical cannabis more accessible and affordable in the UK. He emphasises the importance of quality and consistent supply and discusses the barriers patients face due to current regulations. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of personal triumphs and ongoing advocacy for better healthcare options.
If you're interested in the intersection of natural health and modern medicine, this conversation offers a unique perspective on the potential of medical cannabis to change lives.

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