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Ep. 309Oct 14, 202653 min
Who Benefits From Federal Cannabis Limbo? ft. Jay Rosenthal
Jay Rosenthal

Federal cannabis reform is supposed to open the same door for everyone. The current market says otherwise.The largest operators do not share one political agenda, and some of the barriers they complain about are also wid...

Ep. 308Sep 30, 202642 min
What Makes Consumers Buy the Same Edible Again? ft. Kim Sanchez Rael
Kim Sanchez Rael

Fast-acting edibles can command a premium, but labels such as "nano" do not prove the final product works. The larger operating question is whether the formulation improves taste, shelf stability, manufacturing efficienc...

Ep. 307Sep 16, 202648 min
Europe Is Not a Rescue Plan ft. Jamie Pearson
Jamie Pearson

Global expansion is often pitched as an opportunity. For an undisciplined cannabis company, it is an expensive way to expose every weakness at once.International markets reward specific operating capabilities, not ambiti...

Ep. 306Aug 4, 202653 min
Paige Figi: The Cannabis Industry Is Cheering A Ban On Medicine
Paige Figi

Much of the licensed cannabis industry is quietly counting the volume it expects to inherit from the federal hemp ban coming this November. ** Now December. What they may not realize is that the ban could eliminate the f...

Ep. 305Jul 9, 202650 min
Understand This Before You Use AI To Build Software ft. Chris Guthrie
Chris Guthrie

AI has made software easier than ever to build. That does not mean every internal tool should become the backbone of your business. In this episode, Bryan sits down with Chris Guthrie to break down the growing temptation...

Ep. 304Jun 25, 20261h 11m
Hirsh Jain: Rescheduling Is Already Picking Winners
Hirsh Jain

Cannabis rescheduling is not as simple as “Trump rescheduled cannabis.” States are interpreting rescheduling completely differently depending on their license structure. These tiny details are widening the gap between po...

Ep. 303Jun 22, 202641 min
Germany Is the Engine: What BAT Knows That Cannabis Doesn't ft. James Yamanaka
James Yamanaka

Predictable cash flow is the whole game. In cannabis, predictable is the one thing almost nobody has. Organigram CEO James Yamanaka came up over 20 years at British American Tobacco, where that discipline is the entire m...

Ep. 302Jun 11, 202647 min
Why Ohio Cannabis Is Built Different: Inside the Regulator-Operator Alignment That's Actually Working ft. Caroline Henry
Caroline Henry

When a regulator asks what the downside is of adding one more testing requirement, what is the downside? Just a little more safe. Just in case. Especially when adding one more item to an already exhaustive testing panel....

Ep. 301May 21, 202650 min
Cannabis Was Medicine. Now the Proof Is Catching Up, ft. Joel Stanley and Dr. Marcel Bonn-Miller
Joel Stanley and Dr. Marcel Bonn-Miller

The cannabis industry convinced the world it had a medicine before the science caught up. Now the science is here, and almost no one is paying attention. CBD is not a panacea. When Charlotte's Web opened hearts and minds...

Ep. 300May 15, 202643 min
Joe Lustberg: What Cannabis Lenders See That Operators Miss
Joe Lustberg

The number in your head and the number you actually need are not the same number. That gap is where most cannabis businesses break. Joe Lustberg has financed operators across the country for years and watched that gap sw...

Ep. 299May 8, 202658 min
The Hidden Margin Killer for MSOS ft. Braunz Muller
Braunz Muller

Cannabis operators aren't short on data. They're drowning in it. The real problem is what happens when that data gets handed to the wrong person, read at the wrong time, or used to justify the wrong decision. Overproduct...

Ep. 298Apr 24, 202655 min
Ed Rosenthal and Greg Baughman: You're Still Growing Cannabis Wrong
Ed Rosenthal & Greg Baughman

A customer walks into the dispensary and asks the budtender for a flower recommendation. They end up with a degraded version of the once high-end flower that graced your cultivation floor. They do not know it. Your brand...

Ep. 297Apr 6, 202640 min
The Legal Market Was Never Built for Payments, Why Cannabis Still Breaks the Rules ft. Aubrey Amatelli
Aubrey Amatelli

The largest payment processor in the world handles cannabis in Canada. In the U.S., they will not touch it. That’s the gap. Aubrey Amatelli left JP Morgan believing that if you followed the rules, aligned with card brand...

Ep. 296Mar 27, 202652 min
Gretchen Gailey: Cannabis Industry Has No Idea How DC Works, Why Rescheduling Is Delayed
Gretchen Gailey

Politics is a dirty business. Sometimes being feared is the influence you need because access is not the problem. Politicians say "we'll take care of this." Gretchen Gailey has a different approach: stab them in the back...

Ep. 295Mar 19, 202639 min
15 Years of Cannabis Trading . Why I'll Sell Early (Unless This Happens) ft. Dan McDermitt
Dan McDermitt

Investing in cannabis requires a split personality. Everyone thinks they're early. Dan McDermitt has been trading the sector for 15 years — through the Canadian boom, the Biden promise, and the slow bleed that followed. ...

Ep. 294Mar 13, 202650 min
Premium vs Scale in Cannabis: Inside Rubicon’s Strategy ft. Margaret Brodie
Margaret Brodie

Most cannabis companies chased scale. Rubicon chased quality. What does it actually take to build a premium cannabis brand? Trust sits behind what “premium” really means, why consumers only give brands one chance, how Ru...

Ep. 293Mar 6, 202653 min
Prop 64 Fine Print, Pesticide Drift, The Economics Behind Concentrates ft. Micah Anderson
Micah Anderson

When California legalized cannabis, did anyone see 70% of the state opting out. Retail access never recovered. The illicit market stayed durable. And taxes kept compounding pressure on operators. Micah Anderson, CEO of L...

Ep. 292Feb 27, 202645 min
JB (Cheech & Chong CEO): Building a National Cannabis Brand Through Trial, Error & Partnership

Everyone knows the Cheech & Chong name. Almost no one understands the infrastructure behind it. This isn’t a celebrity brand story. It’s a leverage story inside a fragmented, state-locked cannabis market that could shift...

Ep. 291Feb 19, 202646 min
Cannabis Beverages Are Bringing New Consumers Into Cannabis ft Kristin & Eric Rogers
Kristin & Eric Rogers

Beverage may be the most approachable format in cannabis.Familiar ritual. Familiar packaging. Familiar context. Easily Sharable But familiarity creates comparison.Alcohol.That means safety, expectation, and education can...

Ep. 290Feb 13, 202646 min
Hidden Growth Unmasked: Rescheduling, the Farm Bill & What Comes Next ft Trent Woloveck
Trent Woloveck

For the last 18–24 months, reported cannabis growth told an incomplete story.Demand did not plateau.It was fragmented — between hemp channels, illicit markets, and regulated operators.Now, with the Farm Bill loophole clo...

Ep. 289Feb 5, 202647 min
Most Cannabis Marketing Fails Because It Is Asked to Solve the Wrong Problems ft. John Shute
John Shute

If you doubled your marketing spend tomorrow, would you double your sales?Most cannabis marketing does not fail because teams spend too little. It fails because marketing is asked to create success while known problems r...

Ep. 288Jan 29, 202643 min
How Top Teams Balance Art and Process in Extraction ft. Brian Adams
Brian Adams

Exceptional extraction has long been treated as an art.What separates the best teams is not creativity.It is the ability to repeat quality, consistently.And it is not SOP alone.It is judgment applied consistently under r...

Ep. 287Jan 22, 202651 min
Robotics vs Automation in Cannabis Manufacturing ft. Nohtal Partansky
Nohtal Partansky

Most cannabis automation fails for a simple reason.It optimizes motion instead of understanding.Automation executes. Robotics adapts.That distinction matters in an industry where variability is unavoidable and capital is...

Ep. 286Jan 15, 202656 min
Building Jaunty Into One of New York’s Top Cannabis Brands ft. Nicolas Guarino
Nicolas Guarino

Jaunty’s rise to the top of the New York cannabis market was not an overnight success.It was built through discipline in a market uniquely designedNew York’s rollout remains unforgiving.One store openings, supply and dem...

Ep. 285Jan 8, 202649 min
How Charlotte’s Web Unlocked Medical CBD ft. Bill Morachnick
Bill Morachnick

Before CBD was discussed by a President in the Oval Office, it was a medical necessity.The Charlotte Figi story is well documented — and powerful.Not because it was emotional, but because it forced a serious medical conv...

Ep. 284Jan 2, 202646 min
The Playbook Behind Consistent Cannabis Products at Scale ft. Ryan Crandall
Ryan Crandall

Everyone wants their product and brand to be known for consistency .Almost no one is willing to do the difficult work that makes consistency possible.This week we sit down with Ryan Crandall, Chief Commercial Officer at ...

Ep. 283Dec 19, 202538 min
Schedule III Changes Everything — This Is Just the Beginning

Schedule III isn’t the finish line.It’s the starting gun.The EO said a lot — but most operators aren’t ready for what it actually means.This week we sit down with Zach Edge and Dr. Matthew Moore to break down:Why Schedul...

Ep. 282Dec 11, 202533 min
Inside SNDL’s Hidden Scale: Global Reach & Supply Chain Powerhouse ft. Tyler Robson
Tyler Robson

SNDL is much bigger than most people realize — with global distribution, massive extraction capacity, and a diversified retail and manufacturing engine that touches nearly every part of the cannabis supply chain.This wee...

Ep. 281Dec 5, 202553 min
You’re Thinking About Debt Wrong: The Secret to Smart Financing ft. Adam Stettner
Adam Stettner

Most operators think debt is dangerous. But what if the real problem is how we think about it?The opposite is true: when used correctly, debt is the single biggest growth lever in cannabis. Every major industry scales on...

Ep. 280Nov 20, 202548 min
How LEVEL Delivers Effects-Based Cannabis Tablets ft. Chris Emerson
Chris Emerson

Everyone in cannabis talks about effects-based products — almost no one can deliver them consistently.Repeatable experiences require precision and formulation discipline that looks a lot more like pharma than cannabis.An...

Ep. 279Nov 14, 202540 min
What Tobacco and Alcohol Taught Me About Cannabis. ft. Nick Kenny
Nick Kenny

Tobacco and alcohol are already laying the groundwork for cannabis — building IP, infrastructure, and data.Nick Kenney breaks down what legacy industries already understand — how regulated markets are built, and why read...

Ep. 278Nov 7, 202552 min
The Amazon of THC, How Edibles.com Will Take Cannabis National, ft. Thomas Winstanley
Thomas Winstanley

Before Target and DoorDash, Edible Arrangements joined the cannabinoid space.Supply chains look a lot different when you can lean on national infrastructure, logistics, and distribution that already exist.Through Edibles...

Ep. 277Oct 30, 202544 min
Introducing Singular: How Active's Modular Vape Platform Changes Everything ft. Alex Kwon
Alex Kwon

What happens when years of iteration, engineering, and a unique understanding of the plant align?In cannabis, building hardware is walking a tightrope — precision, timing, and vision all matter.Singular, the latest relea...

Ep. 276Oct 23, 202548 min
The Lyft Playbook for Cannabis: Building Trust Through Tech ft. Ashwin Raj
Ashwin Raj

What happens when a Silicon Valley exec who helped Lyft rewrite the rules brings that same playbook to cannabis?This week we sit down with Ashwin Raj, CEO of LeafLink, to break down how disciplined tech thinking and firs...

Ep. 275Oct 16, 202546 min
Built for Consolidation, Guided by Icahn-Like Discipline, and Poised for Cannabis’ Next Iteration, ft Jared Maloof
Jared Maloof

Setbacks early on can reshape everything.They can alter your future strategy, shift your appetite for risk, and — if you’re patient — quietly set you up for success while others chase growth at any cost.As with any compa...

Ep. 274Oct 9, 202556 min
Chris Ball: Betting It All — What It Really Takes to Build a Brand With Your Name on It: Pain, Patience, and Relentless Faith
Chris Ball

Building something that lasts takes more than money — it takes self-belief, grit, and the willingness to keep pushing forward when easier options present themselves.Putting your name on it only adds to the weight — and t...

Ep. 273Oct 3, 202547 min
$28.4 Billion Dollar Hemp Industry Can’t Be Put Back in the Bottle ft Jim Higdon
Jim Higdon

California wants to ban hemp. Texas is protecting it. Spritz and Big Alcohol are lobbying to crush it.The enemy of my enemy is my friend? Not in the cannabinoid space.The hemp industry stands at a crossroads. With federa...

Ep. 272Sep 25, 202548 min
Largest Medical Cannabis & Cancer Study Ever: Can These Findings Push Rescheduling? ft Ryan Castle
Ryan Castle

If you were given some of the worst news in the world, wouldn’t you expect your doctors to use every tool available?What if one of those tools could save millions of lives—and the science is already here?The world’s larg...

Ep. 271Sep 18, 202556 min
Strategy Truths & Lies, Mature Industries Already Know ft. Mitchell Osak
Mitchell Osak

Cannabis is chaotic by design. Vertical integration forces operators to run six or seven businesses at once — then replicate that model across states with different regulations, all without economies of scale. It’s no wo...

Ep. 270Sep 11, 202543 min
THC Is an Ingredient, Where Pharma, MSOs & Hemp Collide, ft. Zach Edge
Zach Edge

THC is an ingredient.Cannabinoids will be treated like standardized inputs across pharma, licensed cannabis, and hemp—and the future winners are hedging until there’s clarity.What got you here won’t get you there. The ne...

Ep. 269Sep 5, 202551 min
Sensory Science Unlocked, Beyond THC, Inside True Terpenes ft. Dan Cook
Dan Cook

$8 billion in products hit shelves each year with True Terpenes inside. The real edge? Turning sensory science—backed by data—into products that connect and fill clear gaps in the market.We break down what cannabis can b...

Ep. 268Aug 28, 20251h 3m
Dr. Greenhouse: The #1 Mistake Killing Your Plants ft. Nadia Sabeh
Nadia Sabeh

What if keeping the room a little too dry is killing your plants?Humidity—and the HVAC that controls it—drives plant health, but air isn’t uniform across the room. The fix isn’t more AC; it’s dialing VPD so humidity, lig...

Ep. 267Aug 21, 202555 min
Richie Proud on the iAnthus Turnaround: Why Selling Arizona Fueled Core-Market Growth
Richie Proud

What if the smartest growth move is cutting—on purpose?Turnarounds aren’t financial stories—they’re operational ones.Growth-at-all-costs is out. The new playbook: prune non-core assets, concentrate resources in high-retu...

Ep. 266Aug 14, 202549 min
Secrets Behind Failed Cannabis Builds: Where Every Team Needs to Look Now ft. David Fettner
David Fettner

Most cannabis facilities fail before the first wall goes up.Most assume it’s because of money — but they’re wrong.It’s because no one asked the right questions.The question you need to ask now is:Where should we be looki...

Ep. 265Aug 7, 202539 min
The ROI of Pre-Roll Automation: Scaling Quality, Reducing Labor, and Hitting 20K+ a Day ft. Shahar Yamay
Shahar Yamay

Every investment is just an ROI calculator.Automation feels risky—until you run the numbers.It doesn’t kill craftsmanship—it scales it.Growing your pre-roll category usually means balancing sales growth with hand-filling...

Ep. 264Jul 31, 202556 min
Keep Your Eye on Ohio: Why California’s Failures Are Michigan’s Success, and the Global Cannabis Landscape ft. Hirsh Jain
Hirsh Jain

What’s the real goal of a legal cannabis market?If it’s to replace the illicit market, create safe access, and drive tax revenue—then why is California, the world’s 4th largest economy, failing while Michigan is thriving...

Ep. 263Jul 24, 202543 min
The Cannabis Titanic: The Reset Ahead, Matt Karnes on What the Numbers Say
Matt Karnes

Debt is coming due — and we’re approaching a point of no return.At this stage, it’s not if there will be fallout — it’s who survives it.The surface-level view of the cannabis industry hides deep financial issues that onl...

Ep. 262Jul 17, 202554 min
Organigram’s Competitive Edge: Paolo De Luca on BAT, M&A Strategy, and the Cannabis Long Game
Paolo De Luca

Built to last.That’s not just a slogan — it’s a strategy.In an industry driven by short-term survival, the cannabis space often feels like a rollercoaster. Financial pressures and market volatility push companies to chas...

Ep. 261Jul 10, 202549 min
The Michelin-Star Experience? Gibran Washington on What Customers Actually Want
Gibran Washington

What if buying cannabis felt more like a Michelin-star dining experience than a traditional retail transaction?Where the staff doesn’t just sell—they guide, educate, and tailor every recommendation to how you want to fee...

Ep. 260Jul 3, 202550 min
AI in Cannabis Commerce Is Here — But Jane’s Doing It Their Way with Socrates Rosenfeld
Socrates Rosenfeld

AI is reshaping every corner of commerce — and in cannabis, where the pace is chaotic and change can be difficult, thoughtful integration is even harder.We’re in the middle of a digital transformation as profound as the ...

Ep. 259Jun 27, 202548 min
Trump, Texas SB3 & the Rescheduling Timeline: Jim Higdon on What Comes Next
Jim Higdon

Prohibition is dead — and Texas just proved it.The recent SB3 vote signaled the start of something much bigger.While hemp and cannabis operate in very different styles, both are ultimately pushing toward the same goal: a...

Ep. 258Jun 20, 202543 min
The Hidden Weakness in Most Cannabis Operations — What We Heard at Benzinga

The cannabis shakeout isn’t coming. It’s already here.Operators are bleeding, investors are disappearing, and the old playbook is falling apart. After Benzinga, one thing’s clear: the winners will be the ones who special...

Ep. 257Jun 13, 202554 min
Storytelling Is the Future of Cannabis IR ft Jesse Redmond
Jesse Redmond

What if the most powerful investor pitch wasn’t a deck or a breakdown of earnings—but a story?Now, the idea of seeds in the ground to thriving plants is a tangible experience—one that finally captures the real narrative....

Ep. 256Jun 5, 202556 min
Fix the Process: Real Cannabis Manufacturing Tools & Optimization Techniques ft.: Murphy Murri
Murphy Murri

Most cannabis operators are reactive—drowning in checklists, flooded with data, and still missing the point.Compliance gets all the attention, while real operational signals—like handling variability and shifting process...

Ep. 255May 29, 202554 min
Brett Puffenbarger: The Future of Cannabis Will Look Like This… and Yes, It Will Shock You
Brett Puffenbarger

What if we told you the future of cannabis looks less like dispensaries... and more like the milk aisle?Everyone’s chasing growth, market share, and the next hot product — but few are asking the deeper question:What will...

Ep. 254May 22, 202545 min
No Exits, No Capital, No Bullsh*t: Seth Yakatan on Cannabis Reality
Seth Yakatan

There’s no exits. There’s no cash. There’s no buyers. So what do you do? Batten down the hatches. Crush your market. Squeeze out the little guys who can’t compete — and wait.This week, Seth Yakatan returns to discuss the...

Ep. 253May 15, 202554 min
Where’s the Cash? Visibility, Inventory & Profitable Growth with Tyler Nielsen
Tyler Nielsen

"Cash strapped" might be the most heard phrase in the cannabis industry right now.So… where’s the cash?Without disciplined forecasting and visibility into true costs, growth is meaningless. Most companies aren’t failing ...

Ep. 252May 8, 202545 min
Why the Industry’s Premier Brands Choose The Flowery — and What’s Coming Next in New York & Florida ft. Ilya Shmidt
Ilya Shmidt

Florida and New York are massive markets — but they’re still early. Everyone’s fighting for attention, trust, and long-term positioning.So how did The Flowery rise to the top and become the go-to partner for the industry...

Ep. 251May 1, 202548 min
Big Tobacco Is Moving on Cannabis, the Global Strategy Is Unfolding, and Deepak Anand Reveals Where’s Next
Deepak Anand

Big Tobacco knows cigarettes are dead.They’re sitting on cash, looking for growth — and cannabis is the obvious move.They’re no longer silently watching from the sidelines. They’re investing, expanding — some through pub...

Ep. 250Apr 24, 202559 min
Secrets Behind World-Class Extraction: How 1% Add Millions ft. Micah Anderson
Micah Anderson

Specialization is coming — and surviving will mean doing one thing better than anyone else.But that’s only the beginning. Getting there takes a relentless growth mindset: an obsession with stacking small operational wins...

Ep. 249Apr 17, 202550 min
If You’re Chasing Invoices in Cannabis, Listen to This ft. Brett Gelfand
Brett Gelfand

You produced the product.They said they needed terms — “as soon as it sells, we’ll pay.”But the days kept going by… and nothing came in.In cannabis, collections are brutally difficult. With limited banking and tight cash...

Ep. 248Apr 10, 202544 min
How Ayr Wellness Is Resizing for Reality — What Operational Efficiency Really Means ft. George DeNardo
George DeNardo

It’s not about planting flags anymore. It’s about profitability.As the cannabis industry shifts from rapid growth at all costs to operational precision, hard decisions are being made.Which assets are sized properly? Wher...

Ep. 247Apr 3, 202548 min
Why Cannabis Companies Must Face Reality, Make Hard Choices, and Follow the Data ft. AnnaRae Grabstein
AnnaRae Grabstein

While it feels like progress isn’t happening — and that may be true at the federal level — inside the industry, it’s a completely different story.The financial model you built, the regulatory category you operate in, the...

Ep. 246Mar 27, 202545 min
How Leafwell is Disrupting Healthcare: The Data Doctors Can’t Ignore ft. Emily Fisher & Dr June Chin
Emily Fisher & Dr June Chin

Can cannabis be the key to lowering healthcare costs and improving patient outcomes?Impossible, right?Think again.Leafwell has analyzed millions of data points and uncovered staggering, undeniable results—cannabis patien...

Ep. 245Mar 20, 202551 min
The Hard Thing About Hard Things: A Melody of Grit & Fortitude ft. Christina Betancourt Johnson
Christina Betancourt Johnson

“It’s this crazy melody of things constantly happening, and you need an incredible degree of grit and fortitude. Even the best-prepared individuals with meticulous plans have to throw them up in the air like confetti. It...

Ep. 244Mar 13, 202541 min
Premium Should Mean Organic: How Jetty Extracts is Leading the Clean Cannabis Movement ft. Ron Gershoni
Ron Gershoni

Want to know what a company really values? Look at where they spend their money.In cannabis, where cash is a rare commodity, Jetty Extracts is choosing to invest in:Thousands of dollars each month in additional third-par...

Ep. 243Mar 6, 202545 min
We Don’t Want Legalization—We Want Decriminalization ft. Luna Stower
Luna Stower

Cannabis started as a movement, not just a business. But as legalization expanded, the industry found itself caught between profit and purpose, struggling under massive overregulation and taxation. So how do we get back ...

Ep. 242Feb 27, 202552 min
China Tariffs & The Next Era of Vapes: Impact on Supply Chains & Brands ft. Nick Kovacevich
Nick Kovacevich

Vaping is more than just oil and hardware—it’s a delicate balance of oil, terpenes, device performance, and supply chain efficiency. When one element is off, consumers notice, and brands suffer.With new tariffs on China ...

Ep. 241Feb 20, 202543 min
Ecosystem Secrets: How Premier Cannabis Brands Scale ft. Nate D
Nate D

Consumer buy brands. And in cannabis, California brands reign supreme because they uphold the most sacred element in any relationship—trust.Trust isn’t just about marketing—it’s about consistency, quality, and experience...

Ep. 240Feb 13, 202552 min
Why Cannabis Laws Are a Mess: The Politics and Bureaucracy with Jeff Guillot
Jeff Guillot

"Bureaucracy defends the status quo long past the time when the quo has lost its status."— Laurence J. PeterNowhere is that more evident than in cannabis, where local governments resist change, operators scramble for cla...

Ep. 239Feb 6, 202548 min
Stop Ignoring Germany’s Massive Opportunity – Europe is Coming! ft. Jamie Pearson
Jamie Pearson

Are you considering expanding to Germany? The answer should be yes.As a brand or retailer, deciding where to grow is critical. California is the ultimate proving ground—fiercely competitive and filled with industry leade...

Ep. 238Jan 30, 202546 min
Navigating the Gray: The Legal Tightrope of Cannabis Risk & Compliance ft. Dan Shapiro
Dan Shapiro

Everyone can agree—cannabis operates in a legal gray area. For starters, anyone in the industry is technically breaking federal law, as cannabis remains federally illegal. But for an in-house attorney at an MSO, the job ...

Ep. 237Jan 16, 202551 min
The COO’s Playbook: Balancing Automation, Quality, and Efficiency Across 14 States at Verano ft. Trip McDermott
Trip McDermott

Standard Operating Procedures—every company has them. But how do you maintain consistency when a single change can ripple across 14 states, 15 cultivation sites, and 150 retail locations?Verano faces the challenge of cre...

Ep. 236Jan 9, 202547 min
She Hits Different: The Story Behind Cake's Explosive Growth ft. Chloe Kaleiokalani
Chloe Kaleiokalani

Cake is hitting different. A hockey stick chart is every founder's dream—but what looks like overnight success often hides expertise built years behind the scenes.Thriving in California's intense, competitive cannabis ma...

Ep. 235Jan 5, 20251h 0m
How Do We Get to a $100 Billion Market? Growth Predictions, Market Consolidations ft Ben Burstein
Ben Burstein

Why does it feel like the hemp industry is exploding while regulated cannabis remains stagnant?The numbers may tell one story, but they don’t capture the whole picture. What would a combined cannabis and hemp market look...

Ep. 234Dec 26, 202446 min
Uniform Genetics, F1 Hybrids, Better Yields: New Age Cannabis Cultivation ft. Ralph Risch
Ralph Risch

F1 hybrid seeds are the cornerstone of modern agriculture, offering the least expensive and most reliable way to grow uniform plants with predictable traits.In the cannabis industry, however, growing from clones has long...

Ep. 233Dec 19, 202454 min
Hard Questions for Cannabis Founders: Tony Schor on Creative Capital and M&A Strategies
Tony Schor

Partnerships are more critical in cannabis than in many other industries. The line between success and failure is razor-thin, and most companies don’t have the resources to recover from a failed “marriage.”One of the uni...

Ep. 232Dec 12, 202452 min
Chris Violas Breaks Down Blaze’s Software Infrastructure
Chris Violas

Software is unique: when it works as it should, no one thinks twice about it. But the moment there’s a hiccup or delay, it becomes an issue.Building software that consistently runs seamlessly, while integrating additiona...

Ep. 231Dec 6, 202444 min
First Mover Secrets with Colin Keeler: How Kiva’s Edibles Cover 80% of the U.S
Colin Keeler

Kiva's products now reach 80% of the U.S. population.Think about that for a second.It’s a testament to how far the cannabis industry has come and the progress being made. But, as with anything in the cannabis space, ther...

Ep. 230Nov 28, 202444 min
Inside Curio Wellness with Wendy Bronfein: Maryland vs. Missouri Cannabis Markets and Crohn’s Treatment
Wendy Bronfein

Sometimes, you need to go the extra mile to make a point—like buying every medicine at CVS to show regulators that medicine can, and often does, have flavor. Sensible regulations should be rooted in logic, not outdated p...

Ep. 229Nov 21, 202447 min
Post-Harvest Cultivation Secrets to Maximize Terpenes ft. Jack Grover
Jack Grover

How many of you know that the post-harvest process is just as critical—or even more so—than cultivation for preserving terpenes and cannabinoids?While cultivation is often in the spotlight, the post-harvest process is es...

Ep. 228Nov 14, 202446 min
What is Tissue Culture, Genetic Resets and Breeder Rights Explained ft. Kristian Andreassen
Kristian Andreassen

Clones, tissue culture, gen-zero cloning—cultivation science dictates both the health, effects, and financial return on each cannabis plant. This week, we’re diving deep to understand how these techniques work and why th...

Ep. 227Nov 7, 202456 min
How Leafly’s Feedback Loop Predicts the Next Big Thing in Cannabis ft. Yoko Miyashita
Yoko Miyashita

With over 100 million visits a year, 1.3 million product reviews, and millions of orders, Leafly stands at the unique crossroads of cannabis consumers, brands, and retailers. Navigating the diverse challenges across stat...

Ep. 226Oct 31, 202453 min
How U.S. Cannabis Legalization Will Shape Global Influence ft. Hirsh Jain
Hirsh Jain

"Diplomacy is the art of letting someone else have your way." — Daniele VareAre we underestimating the role cannabis could play in shaping global influence? U.S. brands have historically had global appeal, but could cann...

Ep. 225Oct 24, 20241h 3m
Is Cannabis Still a Generational Investment Opportunity? ft. Jesse Redmond
Jesse Redmond

Humbling… How many times have we thought catalysts were on the way, only to find out at the last minute it was just a pawn or a negotiation tactic?The question remains for optimists like myself: Is the thesis still intac...

Ep. 224Oct 17, 202450 min
Kanha Edibles on a Thai Beach: Global Strategy & Personalized Cannabinoid Therapy with Cameron Clarke
Cameron Clarke

Imagine this...... The sun is shining, you’re lounging on a beautiful beach in Thailand with your partner. The kids are with their grandparents when a friendly resort worker approaches with a smile and offers you an edib...

Ep. 223Oct 10, 202446 min
Keef Brands' Strategy for Navigating Hemp vs Regulated Cannabis Beverages ft. Erik Knutson
Erik Knutson

Hemp beverages have exploded over the last 24 months, and they are likely the tip of the spear for broader cannabis reform, helping to normalize cannabis through a familiar form factor.The opportunity to produce hemp-bas...

Ep. 222Oct 3, 202445 min
Sundie Seefried: Bank Secrecy, Hemp vs. Cannabis Banking, and Credit Card Barriers – What You Need to Know for the Future
Sundie Seefried

What is Bank Secrecy, and why are cash-heavy businesses like cannabis dispensaries, casinos, and laundromats treated the same?Did regulators understand that they forced cannabis businesses were once forced into "criminal...

Ep. 221Sep 25, 202448 min
Caleb Counts Details Connected's $3.5 Million R&D Breeding Program and Best-in-Class Genetics That Continues to Deliver Hitters
Caleb Counts

Connected is one of the most influential cannabis brands in the world, renowned for its best-in-class genetics and highest-quality flower. But it's their unmatched R&D, breeding program, and bold appetite for pushing bou...

Ep. 220Sep 18, 202449 min
Surprising Medical Uses of Cannabis: First-Hand Insights from Dr. Benjamin Caplan on Cancer, Dementia, and Skincare
Dr. Benjamin Caplan

Is Cannabis the most overlooked treatment in modern healthcare? Learn how it could revolutionize care for cancer and other illnesses.In this episode of The Dime, Dr. Benjamin Caplan, founder of CED Clinic and author of t...

Ep. 219Sep 12, 20241h 0m
If You Like Flavors, Come to Traders ft. Founders of Trade Roots
Carl Giannone & Jesse Pitts

Flavors, terpenes, and genetics—all essential components of an incredible cannabis product. But how do you achieve this while running a vertically integrated business with volatile wholesale prices? That’s the beauty of ...

Ep. 218Sep 5, 202453 min
Light, Yield, and Quality: The Science Behind Cannabis Cultivation with Travis Higginbotham
Travis Higginbotham

Growing cannabis is like navigating a path in many directions.Are you cultivating for smokable flowers or extract?How do you take a skill once passed down from person to person and translate that into high-end cultivatio...

Ep. 217Aug 29, 202450 min
Under the Hood of Cresco Labs: AI, Tech Integration, and Custom Retail Solutions ft. Zach Marburger
Zach Marburger

Cresco Labs is one of the largest MSOs in the industry, but at its core, it has an entrepreneurial mindset that has always stayed the same.Many overlook that a company with a sizable market cap can still possess the craf...

Ep. 216Aug 22, 202448 min
Emily Sisneros: Kentucky's Hot Medical Market and Winning Cannabis Licenses
Emily Sisneros

Kentucky is now hot on the radar as a prime location for medical cannabis opportunities. As the application window dwindles, we take a detailed look at the potential and challenges within the state's medical market.In th...

Ep. 215Aug 15, 202453 min
Behind the Scenes of Cannabis Lobbying: How it REALLY Works ft. The Liaison Group
Erin Moffet & David Mangone

Cannabis reform always feels like it's on the verge of a breakthrough with policy.We know some policies can pass both the House & Senate yet it doesn’t , but it ends up feeling like a pawn in the horse trading by policym...

Ep. 214Aug 8, 202448 min
The Hidden Benefits of Fractional Marketing for Cannabis Companies ft. Brandon Bobart
Brandon Bobart

Successful marketing requires a blend of specialized expertise and a broad understanding of strategic frameworks. However, too often, marketing gets pigeonholed into a single person's role, expecting them to handle every...

Ep. 213Aug 1, 202452 min
How Top Cannabis Companies Keep and Attract Employees ft. Mike Siebold
Mike Siebold

"Every time a company doubles in size, you need to redo all processes." – Reid Hoffman, founder of LinkedIn.The speed and development of the cannabis industry often conflict with the ability to take a step back and recog...

Ep. 212Jul 25, 202457 min
The Cannabis Industry is Exploding: Here's Why You Are Not Optimistic Enough ft Ben Burstein
Ben Burstein

Cannabis sentiment is not positive enough. Given the challenges and fatigue, it's easy to lose sight of what's happening.Cannabis is being built from the ground up. Regulations and capital may currently hinder some aspec...

Ep. 211Jul 18, 202450 min
Rama Mayo: Hall of Flowers, The Big Reveal - Disney World of Cannabis Experiences
Rama Mayo

Tradeshows are a universal way of connecting with others in a similar industry for a unified reason. However, as costs rise, the value of attending these events is weighed against other efforts. Success at these events v...

Ep. 210Jul 11, 202451 min
Can CBN Replace Melatonin? Results from a Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Study ft. Alleh Lindquist
Alleh Lindquist

While many have found cannabis to be helpful for sleep, is it anecdotal, or is there science to back up these feelings? In the US, 50 to 70 million adults have chronic sleep problems or sleep disorders, according to Slee...

Ep. 210Jun 27, 202429 min
Curaleaf's European Breakout & Boris Jordan Strategy for The Hemp Company
Boris Jordan

The lack of guidance from the US Federal Government on the cannabinoid industry poses significant challenges for those involved in the sector. The absence of clear regulations and leadership complicates business operatio...

Ep. 208Jun 20, 202449 min
Mastering Cannabis Storytelling/How to Talk to Your Kids About Cannabis ft. Jordan Isenstadt
Jordan Isenstadt

Creating a powerful and emotionally resonant message is essential in the cannabis industry, where many people have unique and personal connections to the plant. Crafting a message that genuinely resonates can yield compo...

Ep. 207Jun 13, 202450 min
How Grown Rogue's Craft Cannabis Model is Disrupting the Industry ft. Obie Strickler
Obie Strickler

What does your business do better than anyone else's?  This is your competitive advantage.As we move away from the "growth at all costs" mindset, businesses are doubling down on their strengths—Grown Rogue has emphatical...

Ep. 206Jun 6, 202448 min
New York's Broken Cannabis Program: What Happened and How to Fix It ft. Neil Kaufman
Neil Kaufman

New York's Cannabis Program can only be described one way: Broken. Despite lessons learned from other states and a goal to help those previously harmed, the program has faced significant financial and operational challen...

Ep. 205May 30, 202449 min
Building a Private Juggernaut: Efficiency at Every Step with Mario Naric
Mario Naric

Public companies dominate the headlines for the cannabis industry, but a few private beasts operate in plain sight. Motif Labs is one of them. Their deep focus on profitability and data at every step is why they have bui...

Ep. 204May 23, 202448 min
Krista Raymer: Pricing, Promotion & Strategy Tips for Profitable Cannabis Retail
Krista Raymer

Pricing and promotion in the retail business may seem closely linked but are fundamentally different. Understanding the intention behind a promotion across the organization is a critical yet often overlooked element in t...

Ep. 203May 16, 202453 min
How Minor Cannabinoids are Made: Synthetic vs Biosynthetic ft. Shane Johnson
Shane Johnson

Synthesis, a process that may sound complex, is actually quite common in our daily lives. From the production of everyday items like Advil, organic milk, citric acid, to the creation of vitamins A and D, and multivitamin...

Ep. 202May 9, 202446 min
Unveiling the $4 Million Problem: Hop Latent Viroid's Impact on Cannabis Cultivation ft. Dr. Tassa Saldi
Dr. Tassa Saldi

The economic impact of Hop Latent Viroid on cannabis cultivation remains a significant concern, costing the industry millions annually.In our latest episode, we dive into proactive measures to combat this threat with Dr....

Ep. 201May 2, 202452 min
Aaron Nosbisch Reveals BRĒZ Marketing Secrets: A Beverage Exploding Toward $20 Million
Aaron Nosbisch

BRĒZ immediate success is a testament to the power of a skilled team, a great product, and incredible marketing. A little over a year since its inception, BRĒZ hockey stick trajectory is undeniable and worthy of emulatio...

Ep. 200Apr 25, 202450 min
Paul F. Austin on Exploring Psychedelics: Creativity, Hidden Benefits, Microdosing, and Retreats
Paul F. Austin

The use of psychedelics by high-performing individuals and entrepreneurs is on the rise as they openly discuss the benefits these substances offer.As research continues and we dive deeper into these advantages, questions...

Ep. 199Apr 18, 20241h 0m
Chris Fontes: Cannabis is Already Legal - Hemp vs Cannabis
Chris Fontes

The 2018 Farm Bill has undeniably reshaped the cannabis industry, blurring lines and unlocking opportunities between hemp and cannabis. This episode delves into the nuanced differences and similarities between these two ...

Ep. 198Apr 11, 202446 min
Anthony Coniglio: Capital Injections, REITs, Location Opportunities
Anthony Coniglio

Capital in the cannabis industry is not just scarce; it's a puzzle. Have you come across terms like sale-leaseback and triple net lease in press releases and earnings reports yet find yourself questioning their actual me...

Ep. 197Apr 4, 202458 min
Seth Yakatan: Are you Ready for the Next Wave of M&A in Cannabis
Seth Yakatan

Major industry behemoths like P&G or British Tobacco are setting their sights on the cannabis industry, poised to disrupt and seamlessly integrate.In this rapidly evolving landscape, are you engaging in crucial internal ...

Ep. 196Mar 28, 202422 min
Todd Harrison: Chewing Through Noise in The Cannabis Industry with a Focus on Catalysts
Todd Harrison

Amidst the breaking down the walls of prohibition, it's clear that change is underway. The speed at which the cannabis industry is evolving is hard to truly grasp unless you step back and appreciate how much has altered ...

Ep. 195Mar 21, 202451 min
Boris Jordan on Curaleaf's European Strategy: Building Coca-Cola of Cannabis
Boris Jordan

"Great companies were never built by conservative leaders.Great companies were built by risk-takers."Deeply ingrained in Curaleaf's DNA is the ability to navigate the unknown ahead of opportunities.Timing these events is...

Ep. 194Mar 14, 202456 min
Pablo Zuanic on Cannabis Stocks: Institutional Strategies for Retail Investors
Pablo Zuanic

Investing in cannabis stocks is not for the faint of heart. It's common to see these stocks pop only to retrace their gains quickly.Understanding the implications and the strategies that institutional investors will use ...

Ep. 193Mar 4, 20241h 1m
Rick Bashkoff: Why Cannabis Needs Unique Software Solutions
Rick Bashkoff

Companies obsessed with solving specific pain points always win.The cannabis industry, with its unique challenges, demands tailor-made software solutions.Software that guides critical decisions forms the company's founda...

Ep. 192Feb 22, 202443 min
House of Puff Evolves: Introducing The Spritz

Creating trust is foundational in authentic brand development.The transition from content creator visibility to tangible product offerings has become a pivotal strategy among leading global brands. The success stories of...

Ep. 191Feb 15, 202455 min
Gabe Mendoza: Driving 4Front Ventures Revenue Growth through Innovation from Ideas to Opportunities
Gabe Mendoza

Operating since 2011 comes with an enormous amount of experience and scars.Navigating the turbulence and keeping an eye on what's essential while scaling your organization is no small feat.Identifying new hidden revenue ...

Ep. 190Feb 8, 20241h 0m
Kim Rivers Discusses Trulieve Preparing for Florida's ~$6 Billion Opportunity
Kim Rivers

Trulieve stands at the brink of what may be a golden swan event.With rescheduling likely "imminent" and recent remarks from Gov. DeSantis suggesting that adult use appearing on Florida ballots could set ablaze an unparal...

Ep. 189Feb 1, 202445 min
Cookies: The Only Global Cannabis Brand Ft. Crystal Millican
Crystal Millican

Cookies is the most well-known and prominent cannabis brand. Berner's story and his rise in the cannabis industry are well documented, but it's his authentic approach that has given life to Cookies, propelling it to glob...

Ep. 188Jan 25, 202448 min
First-time Dispensary owner details his experience with the NY CAURD Program ft. Markel Bababekov
Markel Bababekov

The NY CAURD program, intended to be a beacon of hope, turned into a myriad of challenges.Imagine relocating your family, investing your life savings, and building a dream, only to be met with a staggering injunction tha...

Ep. 187Jan 13, 20241h 2m
Emergency Update: Shane Pennington Breaks Down Cannabis Rescheduling
Shane Pennington

Cannabis rescheduling is likely imminentWhat needs to happen for cannabis to be successful rescheduled?Who are the key players involved, and what should the industry be doing to prepare for what will likely be strong opp...

Ep. 186Jan 11, 202442 min
Paul Weaver of Boston Beer Company on Big Alcohol's Cannabis Strategy
Paul Weaver

Big Alcohol knows the writing is on the wall. Cannabis consumption is growing, and Alcohol is shrinking. "We believe that over the next 5 years, the cannabis category will add 18 million past-month consumers, while alcoh...

Ep. 185Jan 4, 202459 min
Bradley Nattrass: Applying AgTech Sensors for Automation & Efficiency, The Future Is Now
Bradley Nattrass

The cannabis industry is gearing up for a significant shift towards sensors and technology. These tools aren't new; they are mainstays in industries like agriculture and oil and gas, now applied directly to cultivation a...

Ep. 184Dec 28, 20231h 4m
Do You Have Cannabis DNA? ft. Kmesh
Kmesh

The cannabis industry requires a unique personality and skill set to do what feels like building in quicksand. This personality and perspective is known as Cannabis DNA. This week, we sit down with Kmesh to discuss the f...

Ep. 183Dec 21, 202345 min
Charlie Bachtell: The Inside Story of Cresco Labs & Impact of Rescheduling
Charlie Bachtell

"Giant… That's a giant advantage."Cresco Labs may mirror other Tier 1 MSOs on the surface, but once you explore deeper, you'll discover their unique edge. They've built sophisticated systems and technology that set them ...

Ep. 182Dec 14, 202335 min
Willie McKenzie: From Legacy California to Profitable 8-Figure Cannabis Operation & Building the Elite Cannabis Operators Mastermind
Willie McKenzie

Navigating the cannabis industry, with its myriad obstacles, uncertainties, and regulatory complexities, demands an entrepreneur of exceptional resilience. Those who not only survive but thrive in this environment carry ...

Ep. 181Dec 7, 202343 min
The Secrets of Global Cannabis Smuggling with Kingpin Barry Foy
Barry Foy

From 1971 to 1986, Barry Foy of the Gentleman Smugglers was the mastermind of the importation of over 250 tons of cannabis, valued at an astonishing one billion dollars. His story is one of legend, marked by audacious mo...

Ep. 180Nov 27, 202342 min
Miss Grass: A Community to Brand Masterclass ft. Kate Miller
Kate Miller

Trust…..The most under-recognized tool to guarantee brand loyalty.The Cannabis industry is no different than others when building a brand.Build trust, then leverage that trust via first-person data to create a product ta...

Ep. 179Nov 16, 202349 min
Are Drugs Bad, The Future Cannabinoids as a Medicine 3.0 ft. Dr. Matthew Moore
Dr. Matthew Moore

As rumors of rescheduling grow more prominent, concerns about big pharma's potential control over the industry are escalating. We invited Dr. Matt Moore back for a third time to shed light on the challenges and opportuni...

Ep. 178Nov 9, 20231h 4m
Tony Verzura Innovating with Authentic Cannabis-derived Terpenes & Deconstructing Extracts
Tony Verzura

As Arthur C. Clarke famously said, 'The only way to discover the limits of the possible is to go beyond them into the impossible.' And that's exactly what Tony Verzura, the pioneering founder of Blue River Terps, is doin...

Ep. 177Nov 2, 202344 min
Warren Bobrow: Bestselling Author & Cocktail Whisperer Reveals the Secret Ingredient for Crafting Cannabis Beverages
Warren Bobrow

How does a Cocktail whisper apply his mixologist's skills to cannabis beverages?He was kicked out of his family home, Rikers Island, to write best-selling books to the inspiration behind  Klaus.This week, we sit down wit...

Ep. 176Oct 26, 202348 min
Dr. Matthew Johnson: The World's Most Published Scientist on the Human Effects of Psychedelics
Dr. Matthew Johnson

How do substances affect behavior, and how can we affect positive behavior change?If YOU want to quit a substance, can these compounds them?How do we give them the tools that make them more successful?This week, we sit d...

Ep. 175Oct 19, 202346 min
Lulu Tsui: Applying West Coast Lessons on the East Coast & Hard Truths in the Cannabis Industry
Lulu Tsui

Most fail to realize how simple steps can be a difference-maker.Do new cannabis markets set themselves up for failure?Are eager entrepreneurs trying to reinvent the wheel?This week we sit down with Lulu Tsui to discuss:R...

Ep. 174Oct 12, 20231h 16m
Storyteller generating Millions of Monthly Views documenting Berner & Jungle Boys and others ft. Luc
Luc

"Steve Jobs once proclaimed, 'The most powerful person in the world is the storyteller.' A testament to that power? 31 million views and 200,000 watch time hours, all in just the past 28 days.Even more impressive? All th...

Ep. 173Oct 5, 202335 min
Peter Barsoom: How 1906's has crafted Microdosing Cannabinoids with Targeted Effects
Peter Barsoom

The past half-century: Pharmacological interventions have often fallen short.The potential solution: Microdosing cannabinoids.Imagine a world where you don't reach for a pill bottle.Instead, you opt for:'Go' for energy.'...

Ep. 171Sep 28, 202352 min
Why MariMed is Doubling Down on Brand Consistency & the Boston Tea Party-Style 280E Protest ft. Jon Levine
Jon Levine

"'No taxation without representation down with 280E" might well have been the catalyst prompting lawmakers to consider rescheduling cannabis to Schedule 3, potentially eliminating the controversial tax code.As MariMed am...

Ep. 170Sep 21, 202349 min
Higgs: The 90s-Influenced Cannabis Brand Everyone Will Soon Be Talking About

"People relate to people, and if your brand feels like people, they’ll relate to you, too." -Laura BuscheBrands ignite ethos. But how? Why do we gravitate towards certain names, bypassing others? It's that gut tug. That ...

Ep. 169Sep 14, 202359 min
Emergency NY Update, Unknown Impact of Cannabis Rescheduling & IP Protection ft. Jon Purow
Jon Purow

NY Cannabis Regulators made significant changes. Jon Purrow joined us to break them all down, plus the following:Under the radar impact of the potential reschedulingIP, trade secrets, and patent trollsWhere we go from he...

Ep. 168Sep 7, 202350 min
Boosting Revenue with Crop Cycle Monitoring: How Sensors Increase Your Yield and Bottom Line
Scott Campbell

An unspoken divide that never gets publically spoken about is the differences between the CFOs and the growers.The challenge between the two groups usually circles the same issue...... money.Without a clear insight into ...

Ep. 167Aug 31, 202354 min
The Future of the Industry: State Packs & Market Dynamics, Safe Banking, Capitol Hill Updates ft. Rob Sechrist
Rob Sechrist

The Cannabis industry is still in its infancy stage.Data models show that California ALONE could handle 1600 more dispensaries, and this is before we get into interstate commerce or state packs.This week, we have sat dow...

Ep. 166Aug 24, 202354 min
Pairing Convenience & Cannabis Flower: Why Pre-Rolls is here to stay ft. Harrison Bard
Harrison Bard

Cannabis Flower is the category leader, but there is one variable that is universal across buyer demographics.ConvenienceWhether it’s grabbing a coffee on the go or delivery of every possible item, people are drawn to it...

Ep. 165Aug 17, 202341 min
The Art of Connection: Inside The Canna Pac with RW Navis

Industry Networking has an under-recognized skill gap. When you’re a strong networker, you can make deep connections and relationships that can change the trajectory of your business. If you struggle at it, which most do...

Ep. 164Aug 10, 202352 min
All-in-One Dispensary Solution ft. Anne Forkutza
Anne Forkutza

So you won a license for a cannabis dispensary. How do you ensure you follow all the rules and regulations for compliance when you have never been inside the back of a dispensary or worked in the cannabis industry before...

Ep. 163Aug 3, 202348 min
Cannabis Ecommerce will be ~$9 Billion Dollars in 2023 ft. Jeremy Johnson
Jeremy Johnson

Online Cannabis Sales are doing massive numbers, and some companies don't even have a functioning website. With restricted tools for e-commerce because of cannabis-related challenges or unsure of the ROI for your digital...

Ep. 162Jul 27, 202358 min
Switching Spirits for Strains: Cannabis a Substitute for Alcohol ft Dr. Amanda Reiman
Dr. Amanda Reiman

Dr. Amanda Reiman conducted one of the first research studies on medical cannabis patients using cannabis as a substitute for alcohol and other drugs.Surveying medical cannabis patients at the Berkeley Patient's Group, h...

Ep. 161Jul 20, 202359 min
Germany's Cannabis Landscape and the Impending Farm Bill Renewal: What you need to Know ft. Bob Hoban
Bob Hoban

The Farm Bill in 2014 was the most sweeping reform in U.S. Cannabis history, and the langued that was renewed in 2018 is set to be renewed again this year. Are any changes on the horizon to be aware of?As international m...

Ep. 160Jul 13, 20231h 0m
Matt Zorn: The Attorney Who Sued The DEA and Won
Matt Zorn

In every other industry, there is a balance between the regulator and the regulated. This doesn’t exist In this controlled substance space. “I think the cannabis movement is a failure… the whole cannabis movement is frac...

Ep. 159Jul 6, 202355 min
Inside Kiva's House of Brands: Building a National Edible Empire ft Kristi Palmer
Kristi Palmer

A house of brands is a strategy where each brand has its own identity, representing a different customer profile, need, and messaging. Implementing this strategy requires a deep understanding of positioning & resources.W...

Ep. 158Jun 29, 20231h 9m
Educating Yourself: The Key to Getting Started & Unlocking the World of Psychedelics and Cannabis ft. Emma Beckerle
Emma Beckerle

The intricate world of drugs and the underlying reasons behind their prohibition. We uncover the similarities and differences between the psychedelic and cannabis industries. Both highly regulated, these industries prese...

Ep. 157Jun 22, 202353 min
Realigning AYR Strategy: Building Brand Equity with a Luxury Retail Mindset ft. David Goubert
David Goubert

Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) is a commonly used term in the cannabis industry, encompassing brands and dispensaries. When it comes to luxury purchases, the entire experience and the emotions it evokes play a crucial rol...

Ep. 156Jun 15, 20231h 4m
The Strategic Mindset of AVD's IP Triumph Battle & How an Innovative Manufacturing Powerhouse stays 3 Steps Ahead ft Alex Kwon
Alex Kwon

An enormous victory for the US Cannabis Vaping sector happened, and most completely missed it.The recent “definitive victory” by AVD was a critical win for the cannabis industry.A monopoly would have jeopardized the enti...

Ep. 155Jun 8, 202345 min
How Grön sold millions of edibles and disrupted the market ft. Christine Smith
Christine Smith

Edible manufacturers have the ability to make or break a new consumer. From Chocolate to Pearls Grün's Innovative Approach has positioned them as a trusted national market leader.This week we are joined by Christine Smit...

Ep. 154Jun 1, 20231h 6m
From One of the Nation's First Licensed Medical Operators to Kingpin Statute for a Nonviolent Offense: Luke Scarmazzo's Shocking Story vs. the Federal Government
Luke Scarmazzo

Imagine this. You operate a state-licensed business. You pay your taxes and follow ALL the rules and regulations as defined.You hear a knock at your home door on your daughter's birthday. U.S. federal Agents are there to...

Ep. 153May 25, 202345 min
Alien Labs, an Orginal California Cannabis Brand, Scaling Top-Shelf Exotic Products to a Different Level ft. Ted Lidie
Ted Lidie

It's no secret that California is one of the most cutthroat markets in the industry today. Not accepting anything less than the best is how Ted Lidie, founder of Alien Labs, has built a successful brand synonymous with q...

Ep. 152May 18, 202350 min
Inside the Lab: Synthetic Cannabinoids and the Genomic Landscape of Cannabis with Dr. Daniela Vergara
Dr. Daniela Vergara

Nature vs. Nurture plays a critical role in cannabis. Understanding how and why these traits are expressed can help the cannabis industry how to create a consistent, reproducible product. This week we dive into cannabis ...

Ep. 151May 11, 202356 min
How to Start Cooking with Cannabis at Home: Dosing for Deliciousness ft. Christina Wong
Christina Wong

Do you love good food AND good weed? Get your aprons readybecuase today we are diving into home cooking-infused style.We sat down with Christina Wong and discussed the following:How to easily add cannabis to your home co...

Ep. 150May 4, 202359 min
World Renowned Harvard Doctor Untangles Myths, Misconceptions, and Medical Uses of Cannabis ft. Dr. Grinspoon
Dr. Peter Grinspoon

What is the actual truth behind cannabis harms and benefits? Dr. Peter Grinspoon, Instructor in Medicine at Harvard Medical School and author of "Seeing Through the Smoke: Cannabis: An Expert Doctor Untangles the Truth A...

Ep. 149Apr 27, 202342 min
Maryland's Cannabis Market: What to Look Out for, Strategic Location, & Potential Federal Legalization Influence ft. Brandon Barksdale
Brandon Barksdale

 Nestled in the Mid-Atlantic and surrounded by states that have legalized cannabis, Maryland's burgeoning cannabis market has a strategic location that is poised for explosive growth. With the country's highest concentra...

Ep. 148Apr 20, 202352 min
Marketing in Cannabis: Maximizing Your Toolbox, Building Brand Loyalty, and Understanding Your Customer ft. Lisa Buffo
Lisa Buffo

How do cannabis companies build a brand? With a locked toolbox and platforms quick to shadowban, the challenges are endless.Marketing in Cannabis requires creativity, budget consciousness, resourcefulness, and wearing mu...

Ep. 147Apr 13, 202353 min
The Blending of Big Tobacco and Cannabis: The Future of Distribution ft. Scott Grossman
Scott Grossman

Big Tobacco's relationship with the cannabis industry is complicated. While most can agree that there is an overlap between the two, many quickly point out that they are dangerous to the industry. Turning point brands si...

Ep. 146Apr 6, 20231h 4m
Cannabis Creatives: How Innovators are Redefining the Industry with Artistic Innovation ft. Andreas "Dre" Neumann
Andreas "Dre" Neumann

How do you create a new experience to excite customers across product categories?  As the industry evolves, innovators seek to blend experiences with entertainment to build brand relationships. This week on The Dime, we ...

Ep. 145Mar 30, 202348 min
Raj Grover: The Visionary Behind the Costco of Cannabis and Its Thriving Ecosystem
Raj Grover

The Costco of Cannabis, what does that mean, and how does the ecosystem feed opportunities during the most challenging time?This week on The Dime, we host Raj Grover, CEO at High Tide, to discuss the following: How does ...

Ep. 144Mar 23, 202333 min
Tackling Chronic Pain with Plant Medicine: How this NFL Duo's Partnership with Harvard to Advance Cannabis Research & Athlete Performance ft. Rob Sims
Rob Sims

According to a Boston University research study, 345 of 376 former NFL players showed signs of CTE. Chronic Pain is also common for former athletes, especially those who played in the NFL.Plant-based medicine has become ...

Ep. 143Mar 16, 202342 min
Cannabis Dispensary Secrets: Beyond the Promo Wars & Enhancing the Dispensary Sales Funnel ft. Ian Rumpp
Ian Rumpp

When an individual steps inside a cannabis dispensary, their intent is clear.  Personalizing the experience inside and positioning eager targeted brands is now possible.This week on The Dime, we host Ian Rumpp, President...

Ep. 142Mar 9, 202345 min
Las Vegas Newest Attraction: A Cannabis Consumption lounge a stone's throw away from the strip
Chris LaPorte

Las Vegas knows how to regulate sin.This week on The Dime, we host Chris LaPorte, Founder of RESET Vegas to discuss the following:  Location, Location, LocationMonitoring consumptionHow brands can partner for national ex...

Ep. 141Mar 2, 202347 min
Michael Johnson: Metrc, The Cornerstone of Cannabis Regulations
Michael Johnson

Metrc is contracted by state regulators and committed to a secure and credible regulatory environment. At the center of the regulatory apex, Metrc's role is critical for cannabis operators from seed to sale.This week on ...

Ep. 140Feb 23, 202354 min
Luke Anderson: RIP Hangovers, The Cannabis Beverage taking on Alcohol
Luke Anderson

Research continues to show alcohol is harmful. If only a substitute social tonic could provide that happy feeling without the hangovers.This week on The Dime, we host Luke Anderson, Co-Founder at Cann, to discuss:  Cross...

Ep. 139Feb 16, 202351 min
Aaron Miles: How a Leading MSO Invests for the Cannabis Unknown
Aaron Miles

Verano's portfolio encompasses 14 U.S. States, with active operations in 13, which includes 14 production facilities comprising over 1,000,000 square feet of cultivation.This week on The Dime, we host Aaron Miles, CIO of...

Ep. 138Feb 9, 20231h 0m
Alvaro Torres: Health Insurance that pays for your Medical Cannabis & International Opportunities
Alvaro Torres

Khiron is taking a different approach than US Cannabis companies. They are building data systems to provide evidence-based research to reduce stigma, adopt normalization, and convert opioid users to medical cannabis. The...

Ep. 137Feb 2, 202337 min
John Yang: The Dispensaries Edge: Actionable Advantages at the Point of Sale
John Yang

The Point-of-sale system is at the center of the value chain. Treez offers a unique and intuitive way to personalize the retail experience with a heavy focus on leveraging data for actionable insights specific to the nee...

Ep. 136Jan 26, 202353 min
New York’s Adult Use Cannabis Market Update ft. Jesse Campoamor
Jesse Campoamor

New York continues to be at the center of many topics in Cannabis. As the adult-use market slowly rolls out, changes are happening. This week on The Dime, we host Jesse Campoamor to get an update on the current status of...

Ep. 135Jan 19, 202353 min
The Cannabis Conference where Deals get Done ft. Elliot Lane
Elliot Lane

The Benzinga capital conference is the premier gathering of cannabis investors, entrepreneurs, and operators. If you haven't been, it's different from other conferences. The event occurs in an intimate setting where all ...

Ep. 134Jan 12, 202339 min
Chad Bronstein: The Mastermind behind Tyson 2.0 & Fyllo
Chad Bronstein

Fyllo Founder Chad Bronstein is breaking down barriers and bridging the gap between cannabis and the outside world. Leveraging his Adtech background, he's quickly built Fyllo into a juggernaut. Chad is also the Chairman ...

Ep. 133Jan 6, 202334 min
How Trulieve became the Most Dominant Cannabis Company in the World ft. Kim Rivers (Part 2)
Kim Rivers

Today's cannabis industry is not how it will operate in the future.Trulieve dominance in Florida is well known, but most fail to realize the critical importance of optionality and flexibility in their strategy, specifica...

Ep. 133Jan 5, 202331 min
How Trulieve became the Most Dominant Cannabis Company in the World ft. Kim Rivers (Part 1)
Kim Rivers

Today's cannabis industry is not how it will operate in the future.Trulieve dominance in Florida is well known, but most fail to realize the critical importance of optionality and flexibility in their strategy, specifica...

Ep. 132Dec 29, 202250 min
Safe Banking is Dead. What's next for Investing in Cannabis ft. Jason Spatafora
Jason Spatafora

Jason Spatafora aka Wolf of Weed Street has been investing in cannabis stocks since 2013.With Safe Banking dead, are Cannabis stocks dead?How does Jason leverage risk when investing What catalyst is he looking for that w...

Ep. 131Dec 22, 20221h 4m
Breeder Steve: The Pope, Breeding Secrets & Living Library of Cannabis Genetics.
Breeder Steve

Breeder Steve is incredibly well known for, exactly as the name says, breeding. Steve has been growing his own since 1989. He shared incredible stories and shared insights into- Backstory on how he got into breeding- Liv...

Ep. 129Dec 8, 202242 min
One Plant = 30,000+ Opportunities, Breaking Down Industrial Hemp ft. Coleman Beale
Coleman Beale

This week we are joined by Coleman Beale, CEO of Bastcore   to discuss:  SustainabilitySequestering CarbonIndustrial Hemps OpportunitiesTextiles & US Manufacturing About Bastcore The company has been consistently innovat...

Ep. 128Dec 1, 202245 min
The Kush Queen, Disrupting the Beauty Industry ft. Olivia Alexander
Olivia Alexander

This week we are joined by Olivia Alexander, CEO of Kush Queen  to discuss:How Olivia's disrupting the Beauty IndustryCannabis as a wellness productBuilding a brand for your targeted customerAnd so much more Olivia Alexa...

Ep. 127Nov 24, 202241 min
Bringing Art, Style & Personalization to Cannabis ft. Kristina Adduci
Kristina Adduci

This week we are joined by Kristina Adduci, Founder & CEO of House of Puff, to discuss : Pairing Art & CannabisPersonalizing the First-time ExperienceBringing Style to Cannabisand so much more House of Puff designs appro...

Ep. 126Nov 17, 202218 min
ButACake, Feeding and Educating consumers ft. Matha Figaro
Matha Figaro

This week we are joined by Matha Figaro,  CEO, and Founder of Cannpowerment, to discuss: Culinary EdiblesAdvancing the industry by helping othersFrom legacy to legalAnd so much moreAbout Matha: With An Associate of Arts ...

Ep. 125Nov 10, 202254 min
Ganjier Program, Educating the Cannabis Industry ft. Max Simon
Max Simon

This week we are joined by Max Simon CEO of Green Flower, to discuss: Adopting universities to cannabis education Why trained employees stay longerCertified Ganjier Program And so much moreAbout Green Flower:Green Flower...

Ep. 124Nov 3, 20221h 10m
From Bartender to Cantrip - Unlocking Cannabis Beverages ft. Adam Terry
Adam Terry

This week we are joined by Adam Terry, Co-Founder of Cantrip, to discuss: How the Minnesota law is changing the beverage marketThe Future of Cannabis DistributionHow to unlock the Cannabis Beverage Category About Cantrip...

Ep. 123Oct 27, 202243 min
New York's Only Family-run, Women-Owned Cannabis Company

This week we are joined by Hillary Peckham, COO of Etain Health, to discuss: Cannabis in New YorkThe Future of the  Medical marketPartnership with Riv Capital About Hillary Peckham:Hillary Peckham is Chief Operations Off...

Ep. 122Oct 19, 202254 min
Trailblazing Cannabis ft. Jane West
Jane West

This week we are joined by Jane West, Founder of Jane West, to discuss: The story behind the Swat Team storming her 4/20 brunchBreaking stigmas for women and parentsNormalization of CannabisAbout Jane: Jane is the Founde...

Ep. 121Oct 13, 202256 min
The Largest Cannabis Greenhouse in the US-Ft. Graham Farrar
Graham Farrar

This week we are joined by Graham Farrar, President of Glass House Brands, to discuss: Applying Ag Technology for CannabisQuality, Consistency CostThinking about Interstate Commerce differentlyIs California Cannabis a li...

Ep. 120Oct 6, 202228 min
Florida’s Premium Power Player ft. Brady Cobb
Brady Cobb

This week we are joined by Brady Cobb, Founder of Sunburn, to discuss:  Florida Cannabis MarketThe Why behind SunburnPublix effectSunburn vs. Trulieve?  About Brady Cobb: Brady Cobb is the founder and former CEO of Bluma...

Ep. 119Sep 29, 202251 min
Building an Equitable and Inclusive Cannabis market for NY ft. Damian Fagon
Damian Fagon

This week we are joined by Damian Fagon, Chief Equity Office of NY State of Cannabis management to discuss:How the NY Cannabis market will unfoldGrey market MSOs in NYAnd so much morehttps://cannabis.ny.gov/About Damian ...

Ep. 118Sep 22, 202250 min
Building a Brand in Cannabis Ft. Kieve Huffman
Kieve Huffman

This week we are joined by Kieve Huffman CEO of Engager Brands   to discuss:Music & Cannabis Building the Cookies BrandCreative Brand Building Strategies  Background about Kieve For 25+ years Kieve Huffman has built life...

Ep. 117Sep 14, 202246 min
A Cannabis PSA ft. Shaleen Title
Shaleen Title

This week we are joined by Shaleen Title , Founder of Parabola Center to discuss:Safe BankingPreventing MonopoliesBuilding an Equitable Industry Is Big Tobacco a threat to Cannabis?Shaleen Title is an Indian-American att...

Ep. 116Sep 8, 202242 min
Hiring Secrets in Cannabis. Ft Karson Humiston
Karson Humiston

This week we are joined by Karson Humiston, Founder & CEO at Vangst  to discussHow Vangst has become the largest supply of credentialed candidates in CannabisHiring Insights & SecretsScaling in an  Exploding Industry Van...

Ep. 115Sep 1, 202244 min
Guaranteeing Payments in Cannabis ft. Daniel Muller
Daniel Muller

This week we are joined by Daniel Muller, Founder & CEO of AeroPay to discuss:Payment Processing in CannabisSafe BankingDisrupting Visa, Mastercard & AmexAbout Dan Muller As CEO, Daniel Muller founded Aeropay in 2017 to ...

Ep. 114Aug 25, 202259 min
The First Cannabis Consumption Hotel ft. Chris Chiari
Chris Chiari

This week we are joined by Chris Chiari, Co-Founder of 420 Hotels to discussCannabis Consumption HotelAlcohol vs Cannabis RegulationsPublic Enemy #1Haunted Experience & Cannabis hospitalityThe 420 Hotels will be amongst ...

Ep. 113Aug 18, 202251 min
David vs Goliath - Challenging the Status Quo ft. Chris Becker
Chris Becker

This week we are joined by Chris Becker, Co-Founder of Honey Bee Collective  to discuss:Employee-owned CompanyCompostable PackagingIndoor vs Outdoor Cannabis FlowerHoney Bee Collective: The Honeybee Collective was built ...

Ep. 112Aug 11, 202250 min
The Last Cannabis Mile ft. Cory Azzalino of Eaze
Cory Azzalino

This week we are joined by Cory Azzalino, COO of Eaze to discuss: Why Eaze Pivoted to Plant touch operations Trends across markets Cannabis Delivery Pros & ConsEaze is an American company based in San Francisco, Californ...

Ep. 111Aug 4, 202244 min
Crossroads of Cannabis Culture & Hip Hop ft. M1 & John Monopoly
M1 & John Monopoly

This week we are joined by John Monopoly & M1 to discuss : How Cannabis has influenced the music industryWhere the Hottest Strains StartInfluencer PartnershipsBridging legacy to legal Cannabis MarketsAbout Urban Aroma:Ur...

Ep. 110Jul 28, 202228 min
Cannabis a Political Pawn ft. Matt Hawkins
Matt Hawkins

This week we are joined by Matt Hawkins founder of Entourage Effect Captial  to discuss :  Capital Challenges & OpportunitiesInvesting in the Cannabis IndustryCannabis Political UpdateAbout Matt Hawkins:He has 20+ years ...

Ep. 109Jul 21, 202256 min
Exploring the Future of Cannabis Cultivation ft. Nate Lipton
Nate Lipton

This week we are joined by Nate Lipton  to discuss : We debate Indica vs SativaCanna Cribs Viral Sucess Jungle Boys, and the next growers to know and so much more Growers House is Your #1 Online Hydroponics Store.Canna C...

Ep. 108Jul 14, 202256 min
The Great Disrupter ft. Leslie Bocskor
Leslie Bocskor

This week we are joined by Leslie Bocskor   to discuss : Paper, Plastic & Fiber will be disruptedMaking sense of Cannabis policyWhy the Cannabis industry has not self-regulatedAbout Leslie BocskorBocskor’s insights, expe...

Ep. 107Jul 7, 202235 min
Digital Personalized Cannabis Experience ft. Socrates Rosenfeld
Socrates Rosenfeld

This week we are joined by Socrates Rosenfeld CEO and Founder of Jane Technologies, Inc. to discuss: How Jane is optimizing Dispensary Experience Personalizing Cannabis as Spotify does for music How 1$ invested in Jane r...

Ep. 106Jun 30, 202234 min
The Art of Glass Blowing ft. Chris Piazza
Chris Piazza

This week we are joined by Chris Piazza Co-Founder of Cannadevices  to discuss : How to identify quality glassHow they are helping artistsDispelling the myth of the double blown glassand so much more About Canna Devices ...

Ep. 105Jun 23, 202252 min
The OG Cannabis Edible ft. Eric Leslie of Cheeba Chews
Eric Leslie

This week we are joined by Eric Leslie Co-Owner of Cheeba Chews to discuss :2009 Origin StoryProduct Innovation as a Market LeaderMinor Cannabinoids in EdiblesNew Product formulation journey About Cheeba Chews - Born in ...

Ep. 104Jun 16, 202234 min
Cannabis Therapeutics for Those in Need ft. Adam Young
Adam Young

This week we are joined by Adam Young Development Officer for Realm of Caring to discuss : How Realm provides Support for those in NeedPowerful customer stories and the heroes guiding them How they are helping change the...

Ep. 103Jun 9, 202241 min
The Amazon of Cannabis ft. Vince Ning
Vince Ning

This week we are joined by Vince Ning CEO & Co-Founder of Nabis to discuss :How Nabis is providing liquidity to the cannabis marketCalifornia Cannabis ChallengesNabis Amazon-like business model  Vince C. Ning, Co-CEO and...

Ep. 102Jun 2, 202252 min
Is your Cannabis Facility ready for Federal Legalization? Ft. Kim Stuck
Kim Stuck

This week we are joined by Kim Stuck Founder and CEO of Allay Consulting to discussWhat is the difference between being  certified and compliantNumber # 1 reason Cannabis operators are likely to fail Do you need EuGMP & ...

Ep. 101May 26, 202248 min
Cannabis TED talks ft. Ashley Reynolds
Ashley Reynolds

This week we are joined by Ashley Reynolds President and Co-Founder Elmore Mountain Therapeutics to discussTED TALKSPioneering change for WomenVermont's Cannabis Market And so much moreAshley is a dedicated cannabis advo...

Ep. 100May 19, 202246 min
The Chairman of Cannabis ft. Jason Wild
Jason Wild

This week we are joined by Jason Wild Chairman of TerrAscend to discuss :New Jersey CannabisTerrascend's east coast  strategy Interstate commerce and so much more About TerrAscend:TerrAscend is a global cannabinoid compa...

Ep. 99May 12, 202253 min
Bringing Israeli Cannabis Science to the US Wellness Market

This week we are joined by Natalie Katz and Wayne Nasby of Ocean Groves Ventures to discussIsrael researched backed medical trials Big Pharma's view of CannabisChallenge of Education/ Marketing MisinformationAnd so much ...

Ep. 98May 5, 202245 min
East Coast Infused Cannabis Beverage Leader, from Origin to Exit ft. Matt Melander Levia
Matt Melander

This week we are joined by Matt Melander President of Levia to discussLevia Story from Origin to exit to Ayr WellnessHow they navigated challenges in a new product category Alcohol vs Infused BeveragesAnd so much morehtt...

Ep. 97Apr 28, 202251 min
Harnessing the Green Wave® ft. Emily Paxhia
Emily Paxhia

This week we are joined by Emily Paxhia Co-founder of Poseidon Asset Management to discussPoseidon value add approach Undervalued assets in Cannabis A surprising state she has her eye onAnd so much more https://twitter.c...

Ep. 96Apr 21, 202253 min
Collaborating with your Cannabis testing labs Ft. Josh Smith
Josh Smith

This week we are joined by Josh Smith, President of Telic Labs. We break down the importance of working closely with your Cannabis Lab and how they are often overlooked as a valuable partner. We discuss:Challenges Testin...

Ep. 95Apr 14, 202250 min
Influencing Culture w/ Industry Leading brands ft. Troy Datcher
Troy Datcher

This week we are joined by the CEO of the Parent Company Troy Datcher, Troy joins us to discuss his first few days, Parents Companies purpose and Portfolio of BrandsJayz and Roc Nation Making the leap from Clorox to Cann...

Ep. 94Apr 7, 202248 min
The West Coast MSO – ft. Oren Schauble
Oren Schauble

This week we were joined by Oren Schauble President of Unrivaled Brands to break down their unique strategic approach to the Cannabis IndustryWe discuss California Competitive Cannabis Market Process of acquiring and mer...

Ep. 93Mar 31, 202250 min
The Cannabis App ft. Otha Smith
Otha Smith

This week we were joined by Otha Smith Founder of Tetegram to break down the Cannabis App that is helping consumers make better purchasing decisions. We discussHelping consumers select the right Cannabis ProductHow docum...

Ep. 92Mar 24, 202259 min
Global Cannabis Politics ft. Nathan Mison
Nathan Mison

This week we are breaking down behind the scenes look at when Canada legalized Cannabis and the forward look to global trade negotiations. We discuss:How Canadians legalization violated international treatiesWhy Consumpt...

Ep. 91Mar 17, 202245 min
Franchises in the Cannabinoid Industry ft. Franny Tacy
Franny Tacy

This week we are breaking down franchising opportunities in the cannabinoid industry with an educational focus.  We discuss:- Transitioning from Pharma to Cannabinoid industry  - Franchising opportunity in the cannabinoi...

Ep. 90Mar 10, 202257 min
Cannabis Superbowl Tactics ft. Lisa Weser
Lisa Weser

About Lisa WeserAs the former head of U.S. Marketing Communications at AB InBev, Lisa traded her crown as “Queen of Beers” for a new moniker: “The Cannabis Publicist.”  She established Trailblaze to bring a more sophisti...

Ep. 89Mar 3, 202249 min
THC-O vs Delta-8 / Psychedelics as a Medicine ft. Lauren Wilson
Lauren Wilson

About Lauren Wilson:Lauren Wilson is a writer who approaches her work with an appreciation that every topic is always—always—more complicated than it seems. It is in the folds of complexity, the threads of nuance and the...

Ep. 88Feb 24, 202244 min
New York State of Mind, Cannabis Edition ft. Kaelan Castetter
Kaelan Castetter

Kaelan Castetter is the Managing Director of Castetter Cannabis Group Kaelan has been in the New York hemp industry since 2015 as the founder of Sovereign Vines. Kaelan is also a co-founder of NYCGPA and helps to lead th...

Ep. 87Feb 17, 202247 min
Viral Cannabis Brownie ft. Howard Schacter-of Marimed
Howard Schacter

MariMed operates in every vertical of the legal cannabis business. MariMed’s operational excellence is rooted in data driven decision making powered by innovative technology & equipment at every vertical of a cannabis op...

Ep. 86Feb 10, 202255 min
Prepping to be Acquired ft. Wes Campbell
Wes Campbell

N2N is a boutique firm in the cannabinoid industry so we are agile and can have boots on the ground quickly and efficiently.  We have considerable internal resources that we employ but also have the network and connectio...

Ep. 85Feb 3, 202246 min
Mushrooms + Cannabinoids ft. Eric Levitt
Eric Levitt

Eric Levitt Founder of Pure Wisomds joins The Dime to discuss Mushrooms + Cannabinoids = the future?Formulation conversations on bridging the gap between mushrooms and minor cannabinoidsQuantifying CBD for a doseExpected...

Ep. 84Jan 27, 202243 min
Cannabis Compliance, a moving target ft. Dede Perkins CEO of ProCanna
Dede Perkins

How can cannabis operators stay up to date on the every changing regulations from state to state? Today, we present a solution with Dede Perkins, CEO and co-founder of ProCanna.ProCanna is a SaaS compliance, operations, ...

Ep. 83Jan 20, 202237 min
Cannabis for Pets : ft. Dr. Tim Shu of VetCBD
Dr. Tim Shu

Today we are talking about plant based medicine for the furry members of your family! Hosts Bryan and Kellan sit down with VETCBD founder, Dr. Tim Shu to dive into the world of CBD for pets. Stream this episode to learn ...

Ep. 82Jan 13, 202251 min
Diversification of a Cannabis MSO ft. Gary Santo CEO of Tilt Holding
Gary Santo

For Gary Santo, cannabis is all about collaboration and camaraderie which is why he focuses his business model on partnership versus competition. Tilt Holdings is setting up partnerships with the Shinnecock Nation in New...

Ep. 81Jan 6, 202252 min
Cannabinoid Research, Education and Advocacy ft. Clinical Psychologist Nicolas Schlienz
Nicolas Schlienz

We are starting the year off on a high note! Dive into the world of cannabis research as Bryan and Kellan talk with Nicolas Schlienz Ph.D. about his work with cannabis.Nicolas Schlienz is passionate about Eliminating hea...

Ep. 80Dec 30, 202143 min
The Next Cannabis Unicorn ft. Jeff Ragovin of Fyllo
Jeff Ragovin

Tech pioneer and industry veteran, Jeff Ragovin share his thoughts on Fyllo, cannabis software and cannabis use in professional sports. Jeff has a proven track record of leading and scaling technology platforms.Listen to...

Ep. 79Dec 29, 202142 min
From Seed to Sale: ft Robert Beasley, CEO of Cansortium
Robert Beasley

How does a company handle cannabis from seed to sale across multiple states with regulation differences?Listen to The Dime podcast's episode where Bryan and Kellan speak with Robert Beasley of Cansortium. Cansortium has ...

Ep. 78Dec 16, 202139 min
High Tech Cannabis Extraction: ft Rob Wirtz of MACH Technologies
Rob Wirtz

Explore the world of cannabis extraction with a global leader that is vertically integrated and made in America in this episode. MACH Technologies is focused on developing cutting edge technologies, processes, and equipm...

Ep. 77Dec 9, 202157 min
Infusing Cannabis Products: ft Ben Larson, CEO of Vertosa
Ben Larson

Dive into the world of cannabis-infused products in today’s episode. We sit down with Ben Larson, CEO of Vertosa.Vertosa creates the most effective and reliable active ingredients for infused product makers. They are an ...

Ep. 76Dec 2, 202147 min
Opening the door for Minorities in Cannabis: ft Tahir Johnson, US Cannabis Council
Tahir Johnson

Hear as @BryanFields24 and @Kellan_Finney speak with Tahir Johnson, Director of Social Equity and Inclusion for the US Cannabis Council.Tahir is a change agent committed to solving industry challenges related to social e...

Ep. 75Nov 25, 202145 min
Connecting Professional Cannabis Leaders: featuring Mike Mejer of GreenLane Communications
Mike Mejer

Mike Mejer, CEO of Green Lane Communications, has a passion for helping cannabis businesses succeed.  Our latest episode of The Dime Podcast features Mike and his extensive knowledge on Cannabis branding.Featured in toda...

Ep. 74Nov 19, 202134 min
Cannabis Nursing Solutions with Ashley Grimes MS, RN-BC LSSBB
Ashley Grimes

Cannabis is the future of medicine. In today’s episode of The Dime, Bryan and Kellan sit down with Ashley Wynn-Grimes, MS, RN-BC LSSBB.Ashley is an agent of change in the field of medicine. She has taken her expertise in...

Ep. 73Nov 11, 202147 min
Cannabinoids for Cancer: ft. MSc BioChemist Ben Euhus
Ben Euhus

Ben Euhus , Cannabis Scientist MSc BioChemist traveled to Israel to see first hand what the world’s leader in cannabis research is discovering.In this episode we explore the scientific world of cannabis and how it can be...

Ep. 72Nov 4, 202152 min
Arizona Cannabis Legalization: FT. Sam Richard of ADA
Sam Richard

Arizona is one of the most recent additions to the list of states that has legalized marijuana for adult use. The Smart Safe Initiative passed in 2020 and today we talk with one of the masterminds of legalizing Cannabis,...

Ep. 71Oct 29, 202139 min
Leading the way into Cannabis: Ft. the Cannabis PR Queen Rosie Mattio
Rosie Mattio

Rosie Mattio has been hailed as the PR Queen and named as one of Forbes 15 Powerful and Innovative Women in Cannabis. Bryan and Kellan had the opportunity to go behind the scenes and learn how Rosie grew her own firm int...

Ep. 70Oct 22, 20211h 3m
Texas Cannabis: Shayda Torabi CEO of Restart CBD
Shayda Torabi

Shayda Torabi runs the #1 rated CBD dispensary in Austin, Texas along with her sisters. Since 2015, her Texas grown family has used CBD. Inspired by their mother, the Torabi sisters founded Restart CBD which seeks to pro...

Ep. 69Oct 15, 202157 min
Disrupting Cannabis for Social Equity: Martine Pierre of Cannalution leads the way to revolution
Martine Pierre

How does a tweet become a community of Cannabis minded individuals seeking to help grow and advance diversity?Today, Bryan and Kellan speak with Martine Francis Pierre, a growth and content marketing strategist who becam...

Ep. 68Oct 8, 202141 min
Creating the Cannabis Conference: MJBizCon delivers the highest experience in professional Cannabis

Bryan and Kellan sit down with Chris Walsh, the CEO of MJ Biz Daily in today’s episode.As a former business journalist and reporter editor, Chris Walsh has extensive knowledge of the business world. Today he provides ins...

Ep. 67Oct 1, 202139 min
Cannabis Consulting: How ArcView Consulting helps Cannabis companies succeed ft. Jason Malcolm
Jason Malcolm

After 15 years of experience in Financial services, Jason Malcolm was hungry for a challenge. As the Principal of Arcview Management Consulting, Jason helps budding Cannabis businesses flourish in the quickly changing ca...

Ep. 66Sep 24, 202148 min
Cannabis 101: Cannabis history and investment future education with Jordan Highley
Jordan Highley

Bryan and Kellan sit down with Money Coach and Brand Builder, Jordan Highley of Make More Capital.After working as a public school educator, Jordan Highley wanted to provide financial education to individuals who are loo...

Ep. 65Sep 17, 202150 min
What is Delta-10 THC with Dr. Matt Moore
Dr. Matthew Moore

What is Delta-10 THC?The Dime has its first returning guest, Dr. Matt Moore, principal scientist at Benuvia Manufacturing to discuss Delta-10 THC. Before listening to today’s episode, check out our prior session with Dr....

Ep. 64Sep 10, 202148 min
The Etiquette of High Society: Sitting down with author and journalist Andrew Ward @thecannawriter
Andrew Ward

Listen today to hear Cannabis journalist and author, Andrew Ward talk with hosts Bryan @bryanfields24 and Kellan @kellan_finney about the world of Cannabis culture and writing.You will also here insights about Educating ...

Ep. 63Sep 3, 202139 min
Helping Cannabis Start Ups Light Up: How LeafWire is connecting Investors, Start Ups, and everyone in between together.
Peter Vogel

Bryan Fields @bryanfields24 and Kellan Finney @Kellan_Finney sit down with Peter Vogel, the CEO of Leafwire. Leafwire was founded to provide a welcoming and safe community for Cannabis business professionals. This commun...

Ep. 62Aug 27, 202153 min
Budding Cannabis News: Who are the next major companies in the Cannabis Market with Matt O’Brien of Four PM
Matt O'Brien

Bryan Fields (Twitter: @bryanfields24) and Kellan Finney (Twitter: @Kellan_Finney) discuss the next big companies to enter the Cannabis arena with Matthew O'Brien of Four PM.In today's episode catch insight into Companie...

Ep. 61Aug 20, 202135 min
Optimizing Cannabis for the Consumer Experience: ft. Colin Landforce CTO of Unrivaled Brands
Colin Landforce

Listen to The Dime Podcast's episode today as Bryan Fields (Twitter: @bryanfields24) and Kellan Finney (Twitter: @Kellan_Finney) discuss Cannabis as a CPG with Colin Landforce (Twitter: @landforce) In this episode learn ...

Ep. 60Aug 13, 202148 min
Deciding on a Dose: Medical Cannabis Research with Dr. Jean Talleryand of MediCann
Dr. Jean Talleryand

Bryan Fields (Twitter: @bryanfields24) and Kellan Finney (Twitter: @Kellan_Finney) broke down the Medical Cannabis Industry with Dr. Jean Talleryand of MediCann.Dr Talleryand’s 20 years in the medical field make him an e...

Ep. 59Aug 6, 202143 min
Let us be Buds: Discussing Cannabis policies between pro and anti-legalization advocates with Mona Zhang of Politico
Mona Zhang

Bryan Fields (Twitter: @bryanfields24) and Kellan Finney (Twitter: @Kellan_Finney) were fortunate enough to sit down with Mona Zhang (Twitter: @ZhangMona) , Cannabis Policy Reporter from Politico.We were able to pick her...

Ep. 58Jul 30, 20211h 1m
Turning your Green into Green: Investing in the Cannabis Market with Colin and Mike of MJ Research Co.

In This Episode, Bryan Fields and Kellan Finney sit down with Collin and Mike, founders of MJ Research CoColin and Mike set out to revolutionize the Cannabis market and provide insightful and professional-grade research ...

Ep. 57Jul 23, 202146 min
The Leading Non-Profit of Cannabis Science Research ft. Dr. John Abrams Chairman of The CESC
Dr. John Abrams

In this episode, Bryan Fields (Twitter: @bryanfields24) and Kellan Finney (Twitter: @Kellan_Finney) sit down with Dr. John Abrams, The Chairman, and CSO at The Clinical Endocannabinoid System Consortium (CESC), to discus...

Ep. 56Jul 16, 202146 min
Passing the Smell Test: Terpenes Edition ft. Dr. Jason Lupoi of Thar Process
Dr. Jason Lupoi

In this episode, Bryan Fields (Twitter: @bryanfields24) and Kellan Finney (Twitter:  @Kellan_Finney) sit down with Jason Lupoi Editor-in-Chief at Terpenes and Testing and Director of Laboratory operations at Thar Process...

Ep. 55Jul 9, 202146 min
Your Cannabis Tour Guide ft. Johanna Nuding, Host of the Casually Baked Podcast
Johanna Nuding

In this episode, Bryan Fields (Twitter: @bryanfields24) and Kellan Finney (Twitter:  @Kellan_Finney) sit down with Johanna Nuding (Twitter: @jonuding), Host of the Casually Baked Podcast:Her journey to becoming a cannabi...

Ep. 54Jul 2, 202145 min
Gage, Cookies, & Michigan Dominance ft Fabian Monaco, CEO of Gage Cannabis Company
Fabian Monaco

In this episode, Bryan Fields (Twitter: @bryanfields24) and Kellan Finney ((Twitter:  @Kellan_Finney) sit down with Fabian Monaco (Twitter: @FabianMonaco7), the CEO of Gage Cannabis, to discuss:How the Gage & Cookies par...

Ep. 53Jun 25, 202144 min
The Leader of Cannabis Intelligence ft. ArcView Consulting
Jake Kuczeruk

In this episode, Bryan Fields @bryanfields24 and Kellan Finney @Kellan_Finney sit down with Jake Kuczeruk, Vice President Of Business Development of ArcView Group, to discuss: ArcView’s role in the cannabis space Why Arc...

Ep. 52Jun 18, 202145 min
Pediatric Medicine, Testing & Education ft. Josh Crossney
Josh Crossney

In this episode, Bryan Fields @bryanfields24 and Kellan Finney @Kellan_Finney sit down with Josh Crossney @JoshCrossney, the CEO & Founder of Cannabis Science Conference, to discuss Josh’s background as a cannabis  indus...

Ep. 51Jun 11, 202132 min
Legally Protecting Yourself: Cannabis Edition ft. Neil Juneja of Gleam Law
Neil Juneja

In this episode, Bryan Fields @bryanfields24 and Kellan Finney @Kellan_Finney sit down with Neil Juneja Founder and Managing Partner of Gleam Law to discuss… Legal issues on the horizon Global cannabis import/export   op...

Ep. 50Jun 4, 202128 min
Meet the Queens of Cannabis ft. Her Highness
Laura Eisman & Allison Krongard

In this episode, Bryan Fields @bryanfields24 and Kellan Finney @Kellan_Finney sit down with Laura Eisman and Allison Krongard, co-founders of cannabinoid brand Her Highness, to discuss… How to tailor your branding and pa...

Ep. 49May 28, 202146 min
US Cannabis: A Generational Wealth Opportunity ft Jon Rubin
Jon Rubin

US Cannabis: A Generational Wealth OpportunityIn this episode, Jonathan Rubin discusses:• Phyto Partners and what they do• Outside industry examples of building a unique selling point (USP) and driving margins• Trulieve’...

Ep. 48May 21, 202137 min
Simplifying Cannabis Genetics ft. Jordan Zager CEO of Dewey Scientific
Jordan Zager

Bryan @bryanfields24 and Kellan @Kellan_Finney sit down with Dr. Jordan Zager , CEO of Dewey Scientific to discuss • How Dewey Scientific uses data to make better crop decisions• RNA sequencing to maximize the expression...

Ep. 47May 14, 202138 min
The MSO Gang: How an Internet Army is Policing the Cannabis Industry ft. Kevin Carrillo host of the Cannabinoid Connect podcast
Kevin Carrillo

In this episode, we answer questions like• What is the MSO Gang?• Why did the Governor of Nebraska say what he said?• Which companies are crucial to moving the needle forward?and explore• our favorite cannabis industry l...

Ep. 46May 7, 202124 min
An Inside Look into a Hemp Processing Facility ft Malcolm Boyce of Axtell Labs
Malcolm Boyce

Bryan @bryanfields24 and Kellan @Kellan_Finney sit down with Malcolm Boyce, Director of Operations at Axtell Labs, to get an inside understanding of a hemp processing facility. Other topics include:• A background on Axte...

Ep. 45Apr 30, 202125 min
Industrial Scale CBD Hemp Operations ft Pure Valley Solutions
Austin Fricker & Nick Layton

Bryan @bryanfields24 and Kellan @Kellan_Finney sit down with Austin Fricker and Nick Layton from PVS to discuss what vertical integration looks like in the hemp industry.Other topics include: A background on PVS A compar...

Ep. 44Apr 23, 202139 min
Mainstream Media's Disconnect with the Cannabis Industry ft. Rena Sherbill Senior Editor at Seeking Alpha and host of The Cannabis Investing Podcast.
Rena Sherbill

This week we are joined by Rena Sherbill, Senior Editor at Seeking Alpha and host of The Cannabis Investing Podcast. Bryan, Kellan, and Rena discuss: Why are US cannabis companies compared to Canadian cannabis companies?...

Ep. 43Apr 16, 202126 min
Cannabis Industry Secrets ft. Bruce Eckfeldt host of the Thinking Outside the Bud podcast
Bruce Eckfeldt

Bryan and Kellan sit down with Bruce Eckfeldt, Strategic Business Coach and Host of "Thinking Outside the Bud" podcast, to give some insights into what it's actually like running a business in the cannabis industry. The ...

Ep. 42Apr 9, 202129 min
The Evolution of Cannabis featuring Wes Burke & Ken Snoke
Wes Burke & Ken Snoke

Bryan and Kellan sit down with Wes Burke and Ken Snoke from Emerald Scientific to discuss the evolution of the cannabis industry, as well as: How did Ken & Wes get into the cannabis Industry? What is Emerald Scientific? ...

Ep. 41Apr 2, 202128 min
Cannabis Potency Technology: Purpl Pro featuring Chad Lieber
Chad Lieber

Our hosts are joined today by Chad Lieber from Purpl Scientific to discuss What is the Purpl Pro? Is it accurate? Is the Purpl Pro difficult to use? Who is the Purpl Pro best suited for? How can portable cannabis testing...

Ep. 40Mar 26, 202138 min
Minor Cannabinoids featuring Chris Denicola
Chris Denicola

We sat down with Chris Denicola, founder of Crappy's Feel Better Hemp Co., and discussed: What are minor cannabinoids? What are the benefits of minor cannabinoids? Why tablets over gummies or tinctures? Why is dosage i...

Ep. 39Mar 19, 202142 min
Cannabis & Pop Culture featuring John Shute
John Shute

We sat down with AdCanns' Marketer of the Year, John Shute from Agency of the Year PufCreativ! Tune to find out: How did John Shute get his start in the cannabis industry? What is PufCreativ's role in the cannabis space?...

Ep. 38Mar 12, 202131 min
Growing Cannabis (featuring Hans Schulfer)
Hans Schulfer

This week, Bryan & Kellan are joined by Master Grower Hans Schulfer! Along with discussing his place in the industry, Hans and the Dime cohosts discuss: What's the difference between indoor and outdoor cannabis? Do consu...

Ep. 37Mar 5, 202143 min
Testing for Cannabinoids (featuring Cree Crawford)
Cree Crawford

Cree Crawford from Ionization Labs (https://ionizationlabs.com/) joins the Dime hosts to talk about cannabinoid testing! This episode discusses: Why do cannabis manufacturing companies test for potency? What is Ionizatio...

Ep. 36Feb 26, 202115 min
Cannabis Controversy: DUIs

This week, Bryan and Kellan talk about Cannabis DUIs: How do roadside officers test for cannabis sobriety? What causes an officer to administer a cannabis sobriety test? What is the legal limit of THC allowed to be foun...

Ep. 35Feb 19, 202129 min
Delta 8 THC Deep Dive featuring Dr. Matt Moore
Dr. Matthew Moore

Bryan and Kellan are joined by Dr. Matt Moore from Benuvia Manufacturing to take a deeper dive on Delta 8 THC (for an "intro" to Delta 8, check out episode 10 of The Dime). On this episode, Matt and our hosts discuss: Do...

Ep. 33Feb 12, 202110 min
Smelt It & Dealt It: Cannabis Odor Part II

PART 2/2: On today's episode of the Dime, Bryan (@BryanFields24) and Kellan (@KFB_1989) of Eighth Revolution talk about: why cannabis has such a pungent odor does it actually compare to the smell of a skunk, and why stru...

Ep. 32Feb 11, 202110 min
Smelt It & Dealt It: Cannabis Odor Part I

PART 1/2: On today's episode of the Dime, Bryan (@BryanFields24) and Kellan (@KFB_1989) of Eighth Revolution talk about: why cannabis has such a pungent odor does it actually compare to the smell of a skunk, and why stru...

Ep. 34Feb 5, 202122 min
Cannabinoids & the NFL (ft. Delvin Breaux Sr)
Delvin Breaux Sr.

In honor of Superbowl Sunday, the Dime is joined by Delvin Breaux Sr, current cornerback of the Hamilton Tiger-Cats of the Canadian Football League, and former member of the New Orleans Saints. On today's episode of the ...

Ep. 31Jan 29, 202111 min
Investing in Cannabis Part II

PART 2/2: On this week's episode of the Dime, Bryan (@BryanFields24)  and Kellan (@KFB_1989), cofounders of Eighth Revolution, talk about investing in the cannabis industry.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The ...

Ep. 30Jan 28, 202110 min
Investing in Cannabis Part I

PART 1/2: On this week's episode of the Dime, Bryan (@BryanFields24)  and Kellan (@KFB_1989), cofounders of Eighth Revolution, talk about investing in the cannabis industry. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The...

Ep. 29Jan 22, 202110 min
Terp Time Part II

PART 2/2: On this episode of The Dime, Bryan (@bryanfields24) and Kellan (@KFB_1989) from 8th Revolution (@8threvolution) talk about terpenes and discuss: Do Terpenes matter when selecting a strain at a dispensary?  Is c...

Ep. 28Jan 15, 20216 min
Terp Time Part I

PART 1/2: On this episode of The Dime, Bryan and Kellan talk about terpenes. Terpenes seem to always make their way into any conversation about cannabis, but what are they? What do they do? How do they work? We break it ...

Ep. 27Jan 8, 202110 min
Recent News: Georgia's Senate Election

Bryan and Kellan talk about the recent Georgia Senate race, and what it could mean for the cannabis industry. *About our Hosts*Bryan Fields has 8+ years of technical marketing experience ranging from website development ...

Ep. 26Jan 1, 20218 min
Cannabis Myth Busters II (featuring Evan Friedmann) PART 3
Evan Friedmann

PART 3/3: The Dime welcome's our third guest, Evan Friedmann! Bryan, Kellan, & Evan talk about some common misconceptions about cannabis quality control, and how different technology can be used to improve quality contro...

Ep. 25Dec 25, 20209 min
Cannabis Myth Busters II (featuring Evan Friedmann) PART 2
Evan Friedmann

PART 2/3: The Dime welcome's our third guest, Evan Friedmann! Bryan, Kellan, & Evan talk about some common misconceptions about cannabis quality control, and how different technology can be used to improve quality contro...

Ep. 24Dec 18, 202010 min
Cannabis Myth Busters II (featuring Evan Friedmann) PART 1
Evan Friedmann

PART 1/3: The Dime welcome's our third guest, Evan Friedmann! Bryan, Kellan, & Evan talk about some common misconceptions about cannabis quality control, and how different technology can be used to improve quality contro...

Ep. 23Dec 11, 202017 min
Cannabis U: A New Generation of Learning

After the 2020 election, 5 new US states voted to legalize cannabis (recreationally or medicinally). With the addition of 5 new markets, new businesses will be popping up, and existing businesses will continue to expand....

Ep. 22Dec 8, 202026 min
Data for Dispensaries (featuring Ben Aronowitz)
Ben Aronowitz

Welcoming the Dime's second guest, Bryan, Kellan, and Ben Aronowitz, discuss data for dispensaries. Data collection has proven to improve consumer industries across the board- so why not cannabis? What can data collectio...

Ep. 19Nov 20, 202024 min
Water Soluble Cannabinoids (featuring Mike Padgett)
Mike Padgett

The Dime's very first guest, Mike Padgett, has arrived to sit in the Hot Seat and discuss Water- Soluble Cannabinoids: What are they? How do they work? What does the future of water soluble cannabinoids look like? *About...

Ep. 20Nov 12, 202015 min
Cannabis Culture

"Cannabis Culture" means something different to everybody- but what does it mean to be a "modern stoner"? How does cannabis culture affect and influence the cannabis and hemp industry?*About the Hosts*Bryan Fields has 8+...

Ep. 19Nov 12, 202016 min
"Green" Cannabis

Some scientists suggest that mass industrial agriculture is a significant contributor to climate change. As the Global Cannabis Industry continues to expand, and more cannabis is commercially grown, the question must be ...

Ep. 18Nov 12, 202014 min
Cannabis & Other Smokable Herbs

As more and more people move away from smoking tobacco, alternative herbs to smoke alongside cannabis have started becoming more and more popular. But what herbs are safe to smoke alongside cannabis? What's the science (...

Ep. 17Nov 12, 202013 min
Cannabis & Hemp Marketing

The cannabis and hemp space is the wild, wild west. Regulations are always changing, and federal prohibition makes business that much harder. But what about marketing? Bryan and Kellan dive into the world of cannabis and...

Ep. 16Nov 12, 202011 min
Cannabis Myth Busters I

Bryan and Kellan tackle some of their favorite (or least favorite) cannabis myths! Sponsored by Gleam Law! *About the Hosts*Bryan Fields has 8+ years of technical marketing experience ranging from website development to ...

Ep. 15Nov 12, 202016 min
Fast- Acting Edibles

Everyone familiar with edible cannabis products knows that typically, the have a late onset, the effects last for hours, and the experienced "high" is much more intense than you would experience if you were smoking canna...

Ep. 14Nov 12, 202010 min
Florida's New Edible Market (Medical Cannabis)

Bryan and Kellan talk about the introduction of edible cannabis products to Florida's medicinal cannabis program.*About the Hosts*Bryan Fields has 8+ years of technical marketing experience ranging from website developme...

Ep. 13Nov 12, 202013 min
The Legacy Market

Bryan and Kellan discuss the Legacy Market; What is it? What impact has it had on the legal cannabis industry? How is it currently effecting the market? All this, and more, on this episode of The Dime.*About the Hosts*Br...

Ep. 12Nov 12, 202012 min
Cannabis Tolerance

Bryan and Kellan discuss cannabis tolerance, what it means, and how it effects not only users, but the cannabis industry as a whole.*About the Hosts*Bryan Fields has 8+ years of technical marketing experience ranging fro...

Ep. 11Nov 12, 202012 min
Nomenclature

Bryan and Kellan discuss something very near and dear to their heart: the importance of standardized nomenclature in the cannabis and hemp space.*About the Hosts*Bryan Fields has 8+ years of technical marketing experienc...

Ep. 10Nov 12, 202010 min
Delta-8 THC

Bryan and Kellan talk about the hottest topic in cannabis right now, Delta8 THC. A cousin to Delta9, the Dime hosts discuss what it is, where it came from, and where it could be going.*About the Hosts*Bryan Fields has 8+...

Ep. 9Nov 12, 202010 min
cGMP & the Cannabis Industry

Bryan and Kellan discuss cGMP, or the lack thereof, and other issues surrounding quality control and regulatory issues in the cannabis industry as we know it today.*About the Hosts*Bryan Fields has 8+ years of technical ...

Ep. 8Nov 12, 202011 min
Politics & Cannabis

Bryan and Kellan discuss the nature of the industry in relation to politics. How does one navigate through lawmakers intent on prohibiting cannabis? What will the laws look like in the future? Why should cannabis be lega...

Ep. 5Nov 12, 20206 min
The Potential of Cannabis

Bryan and Kellan talk about the potential of cannabis its derivatives.*About the Hosts*Bryan Fields has 8+ years of technical marketing experience ranging from website development to analytical strategy. From creating un...

Ep. 6Nov 12, 202012 min
COVID-19 & The Cannabis Industry

It's no surprise that the COVID19 pandemic ravaged a huge part of the world's economy. On this week's episode of the Dime, Bryan and Kellan talk about different how the pandemic has touched, and potentially will effect, ...

Ep. 5Nov 12, 20207 min
Cannabis Industry Milestones

Bryan and Kellan talk about recent milestones in the cannabis industry, like one of the industry's heaviest hitter's reached $100 Million in quarterly sales!*About the Hosts*Bryan Fields has 8+ years of technical marketi...

Ep. 4Nov 12, 202010 min
Delivery & Online Cannabis Sales

Bryan and Kellan discuss the 'new normal' of cannabis online sales and delivery. Will it continue after the COVID-19 pandemic is over? How will it be regulated? All this, and more, answered in this week's episode of The ...

Ep. 3Nov 11, 20209 min
Why Should Cannabis be Legal Everywhere?

Bryan Fields and Kellan Finney discuss why they believe the federal prohibition on cannabis should be lifted, and what struggles may come in the aftermath of this.*About the Hosts*Bryan Fields has 8+ years of technical m...

Ep. 2Nov 11, 20209 min
The FDA & CBD as a Legal Additive

Cohosts Bryan Fields and Kellan Finney discuss CBD as a legal food additive, and what it would take to get there.*About the Hosts*Bryan Fields has 8+ years of technical marketing experience ranging from website developme...