Best Bryan Hood Podcasts (2024)

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Light, Yield, and Quality: The Science Behind Cannabis Cultivation with Travis Higginbotham 53:26

19h ago53:26

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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 cultivation practices that can be standardized across employees or even scaled across companies? These skills demand a unique blend of rig…

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Intro to Romulus & Creator Spotlight: Bryan Edward Hill and Nelson Blake II 52:58

4h ago52:58

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Send us a text Welcome to a new season of Storied Arcs! This time around, Mike and Alex will be driving deep into Romulus (issues #1-4) by Bryan Edward Hill and Nelson Blake II from Image Comics. Never heard of it, you say? Not surprised. Neither Mike or Alex have ever met another person who's read this book other than each other. In fact, this boo…

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Marketing | How To Get More Customers Today 35:41

1h ago35:41

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On this episode of Boys Under The Hood, James and Pat talk about different forms of marketing and the reasons to use each. Then James talks about an extreme example where they weren't able to market for people. Listen now to find out why! Thank you for listening! Visit our website to listen to more episodes or to ask a question. www.LotusPE.us Use …

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Transitional Housing from Seek Haven Inc and Workforce Placement from Hire Me with Jonathan Parkhurst 52:59

2h ago52:59

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08-31-24 Support the show: https://www.loveneverfailsus.com/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Abolition Radio

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Spider-Man: Blue 1:53:18

3h ago1:53:18

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Send us a text "I guess when you look at the way my life turned out so far, it's about the only way you can look at it. Good after bad. Kind of amazing." In the final installment of Storied Arc's look into the selected works by Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale, Mike and Alex swing into Spider-Man: Blue (issues #1-6), the second book in the Loeb-Sale Marvel C…

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Under the Hood of Cresco Labs: AI, Tech Integration, and Custom Retail Solutions ft. Zach Marburger 50:01

13h ago50:01

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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 craftiness and perspective of a smaller company. This mindset has led to strategic opportunities that allow Cresco Labs to thrive in …

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Emily Sisneros: Kentucky's Hot Medical Market and Winning Cannabis Licenses 48:09

14h ago48:09

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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 this episode, we explore the intricate process of applying for cannabis licenses in Kentucky. Learn what you need to do to be succe…

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Daredevil: Yellow 1:32:25

7d ago1:32:25

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Send us a text "I had promised my dad I would never ben an 'uneducated pug' like him. He wanted me to be a lawyer and I made good on that. But it wasn't enough. I had seen how the law- which I still steadfastly believed in- wasn't always the same as justice." Mike and Alex are back diving deep into the selected works of Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale, this…

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Peace and Heaven with Pastor Dave Bryan 53:07

12d ago53:07

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08-17-24 Support the show: https://www.loveneverfailsus.com/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Abolition Radio

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Hiring and Retaining Staff 29:49

5h ago29:49

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On this episode of Boys Under the Hood, James and Pat discuss ways to hire and and retain staff. They deep dive into engagement techniques and ways to set your business up for success when hiring Thank you for listening! Visit our website to listen to more episodes or to ask a question. www.LotusPE.us Use this link to schedule your seat in our Bi-w…

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Superman For All Seasons 1:44:34

14d ago1:44:34

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Send us a text "Folks tend to call him 'The Man of Steel' nowadays. I guess that he's the most famous person in the world... not that he was ever interested in being famous in the first place." Welcome to another week of the Storied Arcs podcast as Mike and Alex continue their look into the works of Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale, this time diving in Super…

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Behind the Scenes of Cannabis Lobbying: How it REALLY Works ft. The Liaison Group 53:13

22d ago53:13

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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 policymakers who all know that ~70% of Americans are in favor of cannabis legalization. So why does policy that has support from both si…

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Freedom Walk Oakland and Community Leaders 54:17

13d ago54:17

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08-10-24 Vanessa introduced powerful women leading the charge in their community, including janet, Carrie, and Elani, who are involved in the upcoming Freedom Walk in Oakland to raise awareness for human trafficking survivors. The discussion also covered the Church Coalition, a group of over 40 partner churches working together to combat human traf…

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The Hidden Benefits of Fractional Marketing for Cannabis Companies ft. Brandon Bobart 48:08

13d ago48:08

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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 everything from strategy to execution. In fast-paced, scaling startups, this is precisely where fractional marketers can make a critica…

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Batman: The Long Halloween w/ guest Drew Hood 2:04:50

21d ago2:04:50

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Send us a text "I made a promise to my parents that I would rid the city of the evil that took their lives. No matter what that evil looks like or becomes. I believe someday I will make good on that promise. I have to. I believe in Batman." In this very special (and very long) episode, Mike and Alex are pleased to welcome their good friend Drew (ak…

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Addressing Oakland Gun Violence Through Art with Diana Garcia of Vision Quilt 53:46

1M ago53:46

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08-03-24 Support the show: https://www.loveneverfailsus.com/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Abolition Radio

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Creator Spotlight: Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale 1:34:58

1M ago1:34:58

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Send us a text And now for something (not entirely) completely different. For this season of Storied Arcs, Mike and Alex are taking a detour away from creator-owned, independent comics and stepping into the caped and cowled world of mainstream, Big Two (that's Marvel and DC) superhero comics. But with a twist. The through line of the season isn't a…

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How Top Cannabis Companies Keep and Attract Employees ft. Mike Siebold 52:02

1M ago52:02

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"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 recognize the internal organizational changes that have occurred since the last time you aligned your structure. Are your total compen…

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Tim Lanza | Client and Shop owner @LanzaAuto in Leominster, MA 18:04

22d ago18:04

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In this episode of "Boys Under The Hood," we talk with Tim Lanza from Lanza Auto in Leominster, MA. Tim is a second-generation business owner running a 50-year-old auto repair shop. In his first year of working with James, he has grown the shop by over 200% while maintaining a 5 star reputation! Listen to learn more about Tim and all the hard work …

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Storied Arcs Live at Manga Manga Meet-Up Night 1:17:30

1M ago1:17:30

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Send us a text This is a very special one-off episode. Alex and Mike were asked to host a meet-up night at a local Cincinnati Manga shop (Manga Manga.) We recorded the entire discussion and you can hear us discuss western comics, manga, and more! Keep your notes app open since there are a ton of great recommendations we gathered from people in atte…

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Freedom 2 Flourish with Rie Collett 53:38

22d ago53:38

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07-27-24 Rié Collett shares about her latest initiative to reduce the demand for sex trafficking, by providing resources to families through the newly created website freedom2flourish.org Support the show: https://www.loveneverfailsus.com/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Abolition Radio

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The Cannabis Industry is Exploding: Here's Why You Are Not Optimistic Enough ft Ben Burstein 57:52

19d ago57:52

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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 aspects, but what's happening in the industry is undeniable. This week, we sit down with Ben Burstein, who reveals the actual situatio…

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Alex + Ada Volume 03 1:16:29

1M ago1:16:29

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Send us a text "I... I want purpose. To contribute. I want to be accepted by society... live in a world I don't have to hide in... make choices without being in constant fear of them destroying me or the ones I care about." Mike and Alex are here to dive deep into the final arc of Alex + Ada (issues #11-15) and they do so by hitting on what they th…

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How To Ethically Make More Profit at your Auto Repair Shop 20:15

1M ago20:15

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In this episode of "Boys Under The Hood," James and Pat talk about how to get your auto repair shop to make more money. Profit is the lifeblood that your business needs to allow you to reinvest back in the business to get the right people and tools needed to gain ethical and sustainable growth. James and Pat break down the three main ways to boost …

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Cultivating Leadership and Meeting Community Needs with Pastor Derry and Tammie Moten 54:05

1M ago54:05

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07-20-24 Support the show: https://www.loveneverfailsus.com/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Abolition Radio

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Alex + Ada Volume 02 1:16:52

1M ago1:16:52

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Send us a text "Technology will always advance. But we need to be careful as we advance that we have humans always at the center of our best interests." Mike and Alex are back to dive into right into Alex + Ada Volume 2 (issues #6-10) from Sarah Vaughn and Jonathan Luna. The guys discuss how much they enjoyed this story arc versus the opening one a…

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Rama Mayo: Hall of Flowers, The Big Reveal - Disney World of Cannabis Experiences 50:31

26d ago50:31

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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 varies per individual, adding to the challenges. Rama Mayo and the team at Hall of Flowers already have a must-attend event. This y…

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Guest | Kevin Vaught: James's Business Mentor and Former Consulting Boss 46:05

1M ago46:05

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This week's episode of "Boys Under The Hood" is a special treat. Kevin Vaught joined us. Kevin is a multi-shop owner with over 40 years of experience and a top Business Development Coach in the United States. He's also James' mentor. Many years ago, when James needed help growing his auto repair shop, he started working with Kevin, who was and stil…

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Art, Community, and Social Justice with Tha Hood Squad 53:53

1M ago53:53

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07-13-24 (Repeat of 04-13-24) Support the show: https://www.loveneverfailsus.com/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Abolition Radio

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Robin Hood Brians 1:18:20

1M ago1:18:20

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My guest on this episode is Robin Hood Brians. Robin is a singer, songwriter, pianist and renowned recording engineer. He owns Robin Hood Studios in Tyler Texas. The studio has been in continuous operation for over 60 years. What an amazing accomplishment! Over the decades, Robin has recorded many great artists and bands such as The Uniques, ZZ Top…

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Alex + Ada Volume 01 1:13:15

2M ago1:13:15

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Send us a text "It's complicated, what makes a person. I think... part of it is experiences- whether you seek them out or they come to you- and your reactions to them." In this new season of Storied Arcs, Mike and Alex jump back into the world of robots and androids and artificial intelligence as they begin their deep dive into Sarah Vaughn and Jon…

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Can CBN Replace Melatonin? Results from a Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Study ft. Alleh Lindquist 51:37

2M ago51:37

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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 SleepHealth.org. FloraWorks set out to validate these claims through double-blind placebo trials, employing the rigorous standards use…

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How We Started out Helping Auto Repair Shops 28:35

2M ago28:35

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In this episode of "Boys Under The Hood," James and Pat talk about how they started working together. They began with a radio show on Lazer 99.3 in Springfield, MA, and then moved to a podcast. James was already running a successful auto repair shop and coaching other shops across the country. As his business grew, Pat joined to help with marketing…

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Outreach Team Impact with Thrivent Financial 54:45

1M ago54:45

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07-06-24 (Repeat of 03-02-24) Support the show: https://www.loveneverfailsus.com/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Abolition Radio

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Intro to Alex + Ada & Creator Spotlight: Jonathan Luna and Sarah Vaughn 46:17

2M ago46:17

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Send us a text For the next season of Stored Arcs, Mike and Alex are jumping back into the world of androids and A.I. as they dive into Alex + Ada by Jonathan Luna and Sarah Vaughn from Image Comics. The guys talk about what drew them to this book (and why it maybe took a little longer for them to start reading it than some other books) and give a …

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ITbiz to Cisco: Andrea Hubbard's Inspiring Story 52:37

2M ago52:37

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06-29-24 (Repeat of 04-27-24) Support the show: https://www.loveneverfailsus.com/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Abolition Radio

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Ex Machina Deluxe Volume 05 1:40:55

2M ago1:40:55

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Send us a text "He's always got some eminently pragmatic blanket solution for a world that's complex and irrational and... and human." We've come to the end of another season of Storied Arcs, but before we move on, we have to discuss the final part of Brian K. Vaughan and Tony Harris' political-slash-superhero tale, Ex Machina Deluxe Volume 5 (issu…

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Curaleaf's European Breakout & Boris Jordan Strategy for The Hemp Company 29:57

2M ago29:57

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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 operations. In contrast, European countries are both legalizing cannabis and planning further legalization. They are keen to avoid the mis…

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Bridging Workforce with Education with Dr. Olivia Herriford 53:01

2M ago53:01

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06-22-24 (Repeat of 08-06-22) Support the show: https://www.loveneverfailsus.com/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Abolition Radio

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Mastering Cannabis Storytelling/How to Talk to Your Kids About Cannabis ft. Jordan Isenstadt 49:31

2M ago49:31

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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 compounding results. Although PR and marketing often get grouped together, they require distinct strategies to complement each other ef…

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Ex Machina Deluxe Volume 04 1:42:17

3M ago1:42:17

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Send us a text "The 'Great Machine' was nothing but a burdened White paternalist who thought he could swoop down out of the heavens to save the helpless people of the ghetto." We're into the home stretch as this week, Mike and Alex dive right into Ex Machina Deluxe Volume 4 (issues #30-40) by Brian K. Vaughan and Tony Harris. The guys work their wa…

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Youth With A Mission: Empowering Change in San Francisco with Tim Svoboda 54:12

3M ago54:12

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06-15-24 Support the show: https://www.loveneverfailsus.com/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Abolition Radio

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How Grown Rogue's Craft Cannabis Model is Disrupting the Industry ft. Obie Strickler 50:00

3M ago50:00

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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 emphatically done just that. Battle-tested in highly competitive markets, this high-end cultivator consistently proves its ability to design…

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Ex Machina Deluxe Volume 03 1:17:32

3M ago1:17:32

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Send us a text "If the city gets too comfortable in the belief I'm going to personally fix everything, they'll stop striving to solve problems on their own." In this week's episode, Mike and Alex are here to discuss Ex Machina Deluxe Volume 3 (issues #21-29 plus Special #3) from Brian K. Vaughan and Tony Harris. The guys dive into how the use of fl…

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Community Insights from Advocate Tina McClain 53:26

2M ago53:26

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06-08-24 Support the show: https://www.loveneverfailsus.com/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Abolition Radio

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Ex Machina Deluxe Volume 02 1:35:48

3M ago1:35:48

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Send us a text "I don't know when I went from hero to villain in this town, but it sure as s*** happened fast." In this week's episode of Storied Arcs, Mike and Alex tackle Ex Machina Deluxe Volume 2 (issues #12-29 plus Specials #1-2) from Brian K. Vaughan and Tony Harris. The guys jump right into the various storylines presented in this volume and…

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New York's Broken Cannabis Program: What Happened and How to Fix It ft. Neil Kaufman 48:08

3M ago48:08

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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 challenges, falling short of its intended success. With government officials labeling the rollout a disaster and promising an overhaul, t…

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Loving Me with Temica Wofford 52:10

3M ago52:10

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06-01-24 (Repeat of 08-05-23) Support the show: https://www.loveneverfailsus.com/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Abolition Radio

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Building a Private Juggernaut: Efficiency at Every Step with Mario Naric 49:09

3M ago49:09

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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 built such a deeply rooted and successful organizational philosophy. This week, we sit down with Mario Naric to discuss: How he build…

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Ex Machina Deluxe Volume 01 1:35:03

3M ago1:35:03

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Send us a text "Everyone was scared back then, and when folks are scared, they want to be surrounded by heroes. But real heroes are just a fiction we create. They don't exist outside of comic books." Welcome to the new season of Storied Arcs, where Mike and Alex are diving deep into Brian K. Vaughan and Tony Harris' Ex Machina, originally published…

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