Cannabis Tech Talks is a high-spirited and informative 10-20 minute discussion with cannabis industry leaders about the business, science, and tech topics moving the industry forward! The podcast is produced by the team behind the award-winning quarterly publication Cannabis & Tech Today.
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A podcast about cannabis extracts and cannabis culture today. We're talking dabs, rosin, FSE, distillate, terpenes, and more.
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In this podcast series Michael Lake, President and CEO of Leading Cities, speaks with a variety of thought leaders from visionary companies providing actionable solutions to major issues plaguing cities today. These issues range from air pollution to cyber-attacks to infectious disease and more. Michael dives into the inspiration behind each company and how they see themselves evolving in the coming years. This series will equip you with a plethora of valuable knowledge, and if nothing else, ...
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Michael "Mike Z" Zaytsev, LIM College's Academic Director of Business of Cannabis, talks with Andrew about the growth of cannabis college programs in America and its potential impact on the job market.By Cannabis & Tech Today
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Episode 177: High Times Accounting Tax Tips for Businesses
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Jaime Soares is a tax and accounting expert for cannabis companies. As the head of High Times Accounting, she shares how Schedule 3 and new initiatives and rebates can help your bottom line. You can't afford to miss this!By Cannabis & Tech Today
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Episode 176: Mike Glazer Has the Momentum
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Comedian, Writer, Actor, and Gold Medalist Mike Glazer stops by to discuss his recent successes and how he's always had his eyes on the prize.By Cannabis & Tech Today
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Episode 175: From NASA to Cannabis and Beyond!
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Chatting with Founder and CEO Nohtal Partansky's journey from NASA to cannabis, and how others are making the jump from space to the cannabis market. WEBSITE: https://cannatechtoday.com/ If you enjoyed this video, please like and subscribe. Also make sure to follow our other social media platforms to stay up-to-date on all things Cannabis & Tech To…
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Episode 174: Finally, Some Cannabis Market Optimism!
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Discussing LeafLink's inaugural U.S. Cannabis Market report for the first quarter of 2024, and the latest on rescheduling with Analyst Ben Burstein WEBSITE: https://cannatechtoday.com/ If you enjoyed this video, please like and subscribe. Also make sure to follow our other social media platforms to stay up-to-date on all things Cannabis & Tech Toda…
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Episode 173: Darcy LaPier: From Hollywood to Holistic Horse Care
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When Darcy LaPier broke her neck loading a horse trailer, she didn’t know if she would ever ride again. Nearly twenty years later, she’s a competitive barrel racer, an entrepreneur, and a fierce advocate for the soothing powers of CBD. To quote LaPier, she has “lived many lives” over the years, traveling the world as a model and actress and creatin…
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Episode 172: Iration’s Music Meets Premium Cali Cannabis
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Racking up more than a billion streams over the last two decades, the alternative/reggae group Iration recently released their eighth studio album. Now, in a collaboration only California could curate, Iration is partnering with Autumn Brands to bring West Coast fans three hand-picked strains perfect for pairing with the band’s unique, island-inspi…
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Episode 171: Building Better Cannabis SOPs
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If you could increase productivity, boost employee safety, and maximize efficiency with a few checklists, would you do it? It’s hard to overstate the value of detailed standard operating procedures. In this episode, Kady Cravens discusses how her company, BuildMySOP, is setting businesses up for success. Cravens is now the Vice President of Complia…
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Episode 170: MJBizCon 2023 Sessions - Cannavision's Gabriel Rodriguez
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In this MJBizCon on-site interview, host David Wallach sits down with medical cannabis advocate, college professor, and Cannavision Laboratories Director of Sales and Marketing Gabriel Rodriguez. The former college professor shares his insights on teaching one of the earliest cannabis courses and discusses what it’s like to be an educator in an eme…
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Episode 169: MJBizCon 2023 Sessions - Deep Roots Harvest Senior Director of Cultivation Chris O’Ferrell
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What are the best practices for commercial cannabis cultivation? It’s not easy to find current, practical guides for the modern pot farmer. In this MJBizCon 2023 on-site interview, Deep Roots Harvest Senior Director of Cultivation Chris O’Ferrell digs into his new book, Greater Than or Equal to 100 Grams Per Square Foot. His practical approach to g…
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Episode 168: MJBizCon 2023 Sessions - ASI CEO Tyler Williams
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Should cannabis edibles be held to the same standards of safety as federally regulated foods? It seems like an obvious answer, but requirements around food safety for the cannabis sector are still in their infancy. In this MJBizCon 2023 on-site interview, ASI CEO Tyler Williams discusses how he helped create CSQ, the nation’s first accredited food …
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Episode 167: MJBizCon 2023 Sessions - Co-Founder and CEO of PathogenDx, Milan Patel
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In this MJBizCon on-site interview, PathogenDx Co-Founder and CEO Milan Patel brings us into the world of biotechnology. His company is creating pathogen testing kits for cannabis laboratories in 33 states. What’s special about Patel’s tech is he’s using DNA-based molecular testing to slash waste, increase accuracy, and dramatically lower testing t…
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Episode 166: MJBizCon 2023 Sessions - Urban Gro's Sam Andras
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Join Urban-Gro’s Executive Vice President of Business Development Sam Andras to explore the science of cultivation facility design. Andras discusses the value of flexible facility design that incorporates efficiency and flow into every aspect of the grow. How can growers lower their operational costs and their cost to market while maintaining quali…
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Episode 165: MJBizCon 2023 Sessions - DDPR President Brian Adinoff and S3 Collective Co-Founder David Vaillencourt
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In this MJBizCon 2023 on-site interview, discover how Doctors for Drug Policy Reform (DDPR) and the ASTM International Committee D37 on Cannabis have come together to create a universal symbol for cannabis. DDPR President Brian Adinoff and S3 Collective Co-Founder David Vaillencourt explore how the symbol was created, why it’s important, and the ob…
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Episode 164: MJBizCon 2023 Sessions - Royal Queen Seeds President Shai Ramsahai
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Royal Queen Seeds President Shai Ramsahai has been attending cannabis trade shows since he was five years old in Holland. His lifetime of experience helped him develop the world’s largest cannabis seed company with locations on nearly every continent on Earth. In this MJBizCon on-site interview, Ramsahai shares how his shops in Thailand and South A…
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Episode 163: MJBizCon 2023 Sessions - Actionpac CEO Amelia Dishon
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In this MJBizCon 2023 on-site interview, Actionpac CEO Amelia Dishon shares how her team translated 70 years in the packaging sector to success in the cannabis industry. From custom technology solutions to state-side customer care, Actionpac is crafting American-made innovation. Learn more at ActionpacUSA.com or join the conversation on social medi…
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Episode 162: MJBizCon 2023 Sessions - Indigenous Cannabis Industry Association Founder & CEO Rob Pero
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Opportunities are limitless for indigenous communities to benefit from the cannabis industry. In this MJBizCon on-site interview, Indigenous Cannabis Industry Association (ICIA) Founder and CEO Rob Pero discusses how tribal communities are engaging with cannabis as an economic driver and as a medicine. Pero explains how the ICIA is bringing cannabi…
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Episode 161: MJBizCon 2023 Sessions - Blunt Style CEO Jeremy Poley
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In this MJBizCon on-site interview, Blunt Style CEO Jeremy Poley discusses his Washington-based brand specializing in products made by veterans, for veterans (or anyone who enjoys high-quality cannabis). Combat veteran and purple heart recipient Poley offers three flavor profiles created by blending his favorite flower from premium growers. His pes…
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Episode 160: MJBizCon 2023 Sessions - Ty Gomes, Founding Partner at Black Mule Coffee
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If you’re the wake n’ bake type, Black Mule Coffee was created especially for you. In this MJBizCon on-site interview, Black Mule Coffee Founding Partner Ty Gomes shares the science behind creating a premium, water soluble, cannabis-infused coffee. Discover how the minority-owned company is giving back to the community and what’s on the horizon for…
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Episode 159: MJBizCon 2023 Sessions - Jim Reding, CEO of Aroma Retail
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If you’re tired of trying to mask the scent of cannabis, this is the podcast for you. In this MJBizCon on-site interview, Aroma Retail CEO Jim Reding reveals how he’s using science to neutralize the stinky molecule in cannabis so your home can be fragrant and funk-free. Not only that, did you know casinos across Las Vegas use custom scents to brand…
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Episode 158: MJBizCon 2023 Sessions - Dr. Shane Johnson of Baymedica
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Do you enjoy cannabis products loaded with CBG, CBN, and other minor cannabinoids? Those products may rely on biotechnology to make their active compounds. In this MJBizCon on-site interview, Baymedica Senior Vice President and General Manager Dr. Shane Johnson explains how chemistry, yeast fermentation, and other methods are producing rare cannabi…
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Episode 157: MJBizCon 2023 Sessions - Treez COO and President Suresh Khanna
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Is tech software really the beating heart of retailers? You better believe it. In this MJBizCon on-site interview, Treez President and COO Suresh Khanna dives into the evolving world of enterprise commerce platforms, POS software, and integrated payment systems. Discover how Treez is making retail easier for business owners and shoppers alike. Join…
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Episode 156: MJBizCon 2023 Sessions - Polyscience President Philip Preston
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In this MJBizCon on-site interview, Polyscience President Philip Preston discusses how the company’s adapted its 60 years of innovation to suit the unique needs of the cannabis industry. From sustainable engineering to customer-focused innovations, listen in to discover how Polyscience is shaping the future of cannabis extraction. Join the conversa…
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Episode 155: MJBizCon 2023 Sessions: Nathan Darazio, Candid Co-Founder & Dama Financial Enterprise Account Executive
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Shopping for cannabis products can be overwhelming. In this MJBizCon on-site interview, Candid Co-Founder and Dama Financial Enterprise Account Executive Nathan Darazio explains how a new AI platform can help guide the consumer to the perfect product to fit their unique needs. Discover how it works and how to access it in this retail-focused episod…
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Episode 154: MJBizCon 2023 Sessions - Nicolas Guarino Founder & CEO of Naturae
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In this episode, filmed on-site at MJBizCon 2023, Naturae Founder and CEO Nicolas Guarino discusses New York’s challenging adult-use cannabis marketplace. As a manufacturer of oil-based products in the state, he’s exploring how to bring quality, effective products to New York retailers. Join the conversation on social media @cannatechtoday. Cannabi…
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Episode 153: GreenFrame: See Your Cannabis Products in 3D
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Join Tim Pickett, founder of the GreenFrame app, to discover how his web-based platform creates 3D images of your favorite cannabis products. The platform allows retail customers to explore cannabis products in three dimensions by scanning a QR code. The immersive visuals are accompanied by detailed cannabinoid profiles, terpene content, and even c…
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Episode 152: MJBizCon 2023 Sessions - Sam Peterson CTO at Metrc
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Join Sam Peterson, CTO at Metrc, to discover what’s on the horizon for one of the nation’s leading cannabis compliance tracking system and software companies. In this episode, filmed on-site at MJBizCon 2023, Peterson discusses Metrc Connect — a new API offering enhanced features and functionality for the Metrc platform. Tell us your thoughts on Me…
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Episode 151: The Doggfather’s New Buzz: Hill Beverage Co.’s Canna-Infused Drinks
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Cannabis beverages are on the rise. In this episode, we sit down with Hill Beverage Co. Founder and CEO Jake Hill to discuss his new line of canna-drinks. He’s partnered with Snoop Dogg and Death Row Cannabis to bring four flavors of CBD and Delta-9 THC drinks nationwide. Discover how he joined forces with Snoop, the technology behind the formulati…
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Episode 150: Mary Jane Gibson and Mike Glazer at MJBizCon 2023
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Join cannabis journalist Mary Jane Gibson and comedian Mike Glazer in this special episode recorded on-site at MJBizCon 2023. The pair hosted this year’s Emjays International Cannabis Awards at the Pearl Theater, honoring ancillary cannabis companies for their hard work and dedication to the emerging cannabis industry. Discover how they prepared fo…
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Episode 149: The Future of Concentrates: An Interview with Roger Volodarsky
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In this episode, Puffco Founder and CEO Roger Volodarsky discusses the evolution of cannabis concentrates. Volodarsky explores the intersection of technology and concentrates as the motivation for Puffco's focus on creating sleek, user-friendly products. He also touches on the challenges of regulatory compliance in the cannabis industry and the nee…
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Episode 148: ‘Dab Roast’ Creator Scott McKinley Talks New Show
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Dab Roast Creator Scott McKinley shares his favorite moments from his popular YouTube program before revealing what’s in store for the show’s leap to streaming. With rapper Redman’s direction, the new iteration of the show will also feature on-site activations with brands and exclusive interactions with your favorite celebrities. Join the conversat…
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Episode 147: High-Tech Party Planning With Farechild
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Party planning and event coordination are an art. They demand the perfect pairing of music, lighting, food, drinks, and people to be successful. Farechild, an event platform founded by David Tran and James Zachodni, specializes in crafting unforgettable events and giving party planners the tools they need to succeed. In this episode, we sit down wi…
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Episode 146: Slutty Vegan Founder Talks Food, CBD, and Community
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Slutty Vegan CBD is coming to a store near you. Founder Pinky Cole reveals how her late-night vegan food restaurant has exploded into a nationwide brand. She’s segueing that success into a CBD gummy brand focused on healing. Cole discusses motherhood, philanthropy, and what it takes to launch a CBD brand in a crowded market. Cannabis Tech Talks are…
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Episode 145: Music and Cannabis With Slightly Stoopid
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There is no feeling in the world quite like enjoying a concert on a summer night. The pandemic stripped us of that unique and awesome experience. Now, for the first time in years, many bands are returning to the road for live shows. The reggae, rock-fusion band Slightly Stoopid is among them. Their Summer Traditions 2022 Tour kicked off July 7 in B…
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Episode 144: Higher Engagement With the Hash Sommelier
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The Hash Sommelier is an IG influencer and entrepreneur specializing in hash pairings. She uses her knowledge of concentrates, terpenes, and food to create flavor and experience combinations guaranteed to elevate your consumption game. Learn her tips for social media success in this episode focused on marketing, engagement, and more. Cannabis Tech …
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Episode 143: From Cancer to the Boston Marathon: Ethan Zohn’s Survival Story
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When you hear the word “survivor,” what comes to mind? Perhaps it's the memory of a traumatic event you overcame or a hardship you endured. For some, “survivor” harkens to the reality television series of the same name, in which contestants compete for a hefty cash prize. For cancer survivor and Survivor competitor Ethan Zohn, it’s a bit of both. I…
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Episode 142: Miss Rad Reefer’s Tips for Social Media Success
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Creating a social media following is challenging, but it’s especially difficult for cannabis content creators. Several platforms refuse to propagate cannabis-themed posts and creators are accustomed to having posts banned or entire accounts suspended. To learn more about building a brand through social media, Cannabis & Tech Today spoke with Miss R…
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Episode 141: Cannabis Farms and Wildlife Conservation
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Jackee Riccio lives in Humboldt County, California. While many of her friends pursued careers in cannabis, she completed her Bachelor of Science Degree in Wildlife Conservation and Management from Cal Poly Humboldt. She recognized early in her career that the community needed help. "I saw there was a great need in the cannabis industry for conserva…
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Episode 140: Opening a Dispensary in a Red State
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What are the highs and lows of opening a dispensary in a newly legalized, conservative market? Cannabis & Tech Today Editor-in-Chief Charles Warner sat down with BeLeaf Medical CEO Jason Nelson to discover how he’s taking the company to new heights in Missouri. Join the conversation in this interview recorded on-site at the Benzinga Cannabis Capita…
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Episode 139: Grön’s Megaverse of Marketing
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Marketing a multi-state cannabis company in the metaverse? Grön CEO Christine Smith sits down with Cannabis & Tech Today Editor-in-Chief Charles Warner to discuss marketing, edibles, technology, and the value of competition in this on-site interview recorded in Miami at the Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference. Cannabis Tech Talks are brought to yo…
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Episode 138: Richard DeLisi: 32 Years in Prison for Cannabis
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In this episode, recorded on-site at Benzinga Cannabis Conference, Cannabis & Tech Today Editor-in-Chief Charles Warner sits down with America’s longest-serving nonviolent cannabis prisoner, Richard DeLisi. After being incarcerated for 32 years, DeLisi was freed in 2020, having served one-third of his 90-year prison sentence. In this interview, DeL…
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Episode 137: Tech and Terps With Death Row Cannabis
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“In the city, city of Compton … ” Go ahead, let your brain sing the rest of the song. 2Pac and Dr. Dre’s Grammy-Award winning track “California Love” topped the charts in the mid 90s, adding to Death Row Records acclaim as a hit-making label. The West Coast franchise launched in 1992 under the leadership of Marion “Suge” Knight and Andre “Dr. Dre” …
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Episode 136: Cannabis Businesses Are Cashing in on This Tax Credit
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Does your cannabis company qualify for the largest tax credit in U.S. history? The COVID-era program that helps cannabis business owners is expiring later this year, so join the conversation now with ERTCFiling.com President Thomas Sauvageau. Cannabis & Tech Today Editor-in-Chief Charles Warner chatted with Sauvageau on-site at the Cannabis World C…
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Episode 135: Decoding the DNA to Cannabinoid Connection
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Did you know your DNA can help reveal the ideal cannabinoids for your genetic makeup? In this episode, We Decode founder Cherissa Jackson sits down with Cannabis & Tech Today Editor-in-Chief Charles Warner to discuss how We Decode is improving patient health outcomes one DNA kit at a time. Join the conversation and discover why precision medicine i…
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Episode 134: PreRoll-ER Founder on Innovation in Automation
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In this interview recorded on-site at the CWCBExpo, Cannabis & Tech Today Editor-in-Chief Charles Warner chops it up with Harold Bouchard, president and CEO of PreRoll-ER. What does it take to launch a successful pre-roll automation company in such a competitive market? Bouchard explains his inspiration, his strategy, and what’s on the horizon for …
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Episode 133: Tech Solutions for Easy Dab Oil Dosing
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Ready to precision tune your dab experience? The Dablicator delivery device was developed as a solution to the inconsistent concentrate experience. Cannabis & Tech Today Editor-in-Chief Charles Warner chats with Dablicator President and Co-Founder Mike McDonald and Marketing Director Alex Kemper-McCall to discover how innovations in dabbing are cha…
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Episode 132: Jim Belushi: A Global Cannabis Conversation
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The international cannabis market is heating up with big changes proposed everywhere from Germany to Albania. In this episode, actor and cultivator Jim Belushi discusses his thoughts on the global cannabis climate and what’s next for Growing Belushi and Belushi’s Farm. Join the conversation in this special internationally-themed episode hosted by C…
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Episode 131: Dispensary POS Software With Treez
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Finding a reliable technology partner can be tough in the cannabis space. John Ucciferri, VP of Marketing for commerce and technology platform Treez discusses what a point of sale system can do, how retail analytics supports a healthy bottom line, and how precision data streamlines operational procedures. Join the conversation in this software-focu…
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Episode 130: HighOnLove Founder Talks Cannabis and Intimacy
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Cannabis can take pleasure to new heights. HighOnLove founder and President Angela Mustone is bringing luxury and refinement to her hemp seed oil wellness and intimacy products. From decadent bath oils to her best-selling Stimulating Oil, this female-founded brand has something for everyone to enjoy. Sit down with Mustone on-site at MJBizCon to dis…
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Episode 129: Could Moving Your R&D to Australia Save Your Company Cash?
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Research and development is crucial for creating innovative new products. In this episode, Standard Botanic Founder and CEO Adam Benjamin reveals an interesting tax incentive for American business owners conducting research in Australia. Could R&D in the Land Down Under cost a fraction of what it costs in the U.S.? Join the conversation in this MJB…
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