Best Ganjapreneur Podcasts (2024)

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Tara Rosenblum: Reporting on New York's Cannabis Licensing Quagmire 35:46

4d ago35:46

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This episode of The Ganjapreneur Podcast features Tara Rosenblum, an investigative reporter for News 12, who has recently released a compelling documentary titled "Cannabis Contest." The documentary offers an in-depth look at the social equity aspects of cannabis licensing in New York City, showcasing the challenges and triumphs of hopeful licensee…

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Jeremy Rivera: From the Legacy Market to a Licensed Dispensary in New York 40:53

19d ago40:53

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The Ganjapreneur Podcast is back! In this episode, host TG Branfalt welcomes Jeremy Rivera, co-founder and CEO of Terp Bros, a dispensary in Astoria, Queens. Rivera, a beneficiary of New York’s Conditional Adult Use Retail Dispensary (CAURD) program, shares his journey from the legacy market and facing multiple cannabis convictions to launching his…

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Shane Pennington: Suing the DEA to Unlock Cannabis Research 36:57

1+ y ago36:57

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For decades, cannabis research in the U.S. was hindered by steep federal requirements, foot-dragging enforcement agencies, and an archaic rule limiting the source of research-grade cannabis to just one cultivator in Mississippi. But thanks to a lawsuit against the DEA by Dr. Sue Sisley MD, a doctor who spent years trying to get federal approval for…

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George Allen: The Importance of Team-Building In Cannabis Business 40:29

2y ago40:29

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From transitioning out of a self-described "boring" career in finance to heading one of the East Coast's biggest multistate operators, to eventually moving to California to focus on team- and brand-building for Lowell Farms, few people have experience in the cannabis industry like George Allen.In the latest Ganjapreneur.com Podcast interview, Georg…

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Ep 55: Flowing into the industry - Cannapreneurship continued.. An interview w/ Jim Makoso, CEO at Flowe Tech 19:49

2y ago19:49

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Jim Makoso is a veteran in the cannabis industry, and he attended mjbizcon 2021 in Las Vegas where we caught up with him for an interview. In this episode we discuss his background in the finance industry and the transition to the cannabis industry. Jim is the CEO of Flowe Technology and Director of Lucid Lab Group. Jim holds board seats in several…

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Ep 54 - Jumping into the Cannabis industry. An interview w/ Adam Bushey, Director of Strategic Growth at Open Book Extracts 31:09

2+ y ago31:09

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After 15 years in the medical field working on both the human & veterinary sides, Adam Bushey made the jump into the Cannabis/CBD industry. He is the director of strategic growth at Open Book Extracts. Open book Extracts - bringing scientific rigor to every ingredient they sell and formulate, from traditional medicine, to modern nutrition science, …

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Joseph Ori: Building a House of Cannabis Brands In Michigan 46:28

2+ y ago46:28

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Joseph Ori is co-founder of Six Labs, a Michigan-based manufacturer of craft cannabis products.With nearly one million medical cannabis caregivers licensed in the state, Michigan is an often undersung hub of cannabis culture, cultivation, and industry expertise. In a recent interview covering entrepreneurship and the Michigan marketplace, Joseph an…

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Ep 53 - Reading the greens, tending to Cannabis with lessons from the Golf industry. An interview w/ Steve Loveday, Epoch Science 32:01

2+ y ago32:01

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Steve Loveday has worked in the golf industry for the past 25 years. Steve spent 9 years working in golf course management and maintenance prior to honing his skills in plant nutrition, biostimulation and defense activation. What does that have to do with the cannabis industry?? Taking the lessons learned in the golf industry Steve has applied the …

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Ep 52 - The accidental ganjapreneur, CampNova coincidental beginnings. An interview w/ Marvin Wilcher, CEO & Co-founder 23:08

2+ y ago23:08

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We got a chance to interview Marvin Wilcher, CEO & Co-founder at CampNova during Mjbizcon 2021 in Las Vegas. Who is Marvin and CampNova? CampNova is an e-commerce, technology marketing platform developed by experienced cannabis entrepreneurs. A premier cannabis and CBD destination, CampNova is a direct-to-consumers platform featuring delivery partn…

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TJ Stouder: Reimagining Cannabis Consumption with MyHi 35:18

2+ y ago35:18

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TJ Stouder is the founder and CEO of MyHi, which offers stir STIKs containing water-soluble and fast-acting THC powder designed for a truly convenient and sociable cannabis experience.As cannabis becomes more and more ubiquitous in social circles and even in public spaces, it's important for new cannabis products to collectively drive the industry'…

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Ep 51 - Leverage your influencers - Learn Brands educates your budtenders. An interview w/ Max Armstrong, Founding Member & General Manager, at Learn Brands 21:27

2+ y ago21:27

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We caught up with Max Armstrong from Learn Brands at mjbizcon 2021. This year, they are such a cruel educational technology platform for the cannabis industry. They offer a wide range of services from introductory classes to state mandated compliance training. Learn Brands has delivered over 60,000 hours of training through its platform. Max believ…

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Ep 50 - Blowing...glass for Cannabis. An interview w/ Chris Piazza, Co-founder/CEO, CannaDevices. 32:46

2+ y ago32:46

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CannaDevices is an American handcrafted glass and accessory distributor (wholesale only) specializing in serving cannabis dispensaries. We got a chance at MJBizCon 2021 to interview Chris Piazza, Co-founder & CEO of CannaDevices. Chris talks about setting the standard for glass blowing. CannaDevices was founded by Robert Bank and Chris Piazza to se…

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Ep 49 - The future of Cannabis is in the Seed. An interview w/ Ralph Risch, CEO, Phylos Bioscience 24:24

2+ y ago24:24

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Today’s episode we interviewed Ralph Risch who is the CEO of Phylos Bioscience located in Portland, Oregon. In 2015 Oregon legalized Marijuana. Before marijuana was legalized, cannabis cultivators were more concerned with avoiding police raids than genetic research. Now that it's legal in Oregon what does the advancement in cannabis & hemp seed sci…

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Ep 48 - Science and genetics...what makes better seeds? An interview w/ Ido Margalit CEO/Co-founder, BetterSeeds 26:18

2+ y ago26:18

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In this episode we go beyond just cannabis & CBD genetics. A small Israeli based startup, BetterSeeds, is on a mission to create better seeds for all the crops grown worldwide. Better crop genetics will be the key solving the growing demand for increased production. BetterSeeds makes use of genome editing technology (CRISPR-Cas9) in order to produc…

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Chris Ray: Navigating Change In Alaska's Cannabis Industry 38:21

2+ y ago38:21

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Chris Ray is the general manager for The Tree House, a cannabis dispensary in Anchorage, Alaska. In this episode of the Ganjapreneur.com Podcast, Chris joins our host TG Branfalt to discuss the early days of Alaska's cannabis marketplace, Chris' transition from working in cultivation to the retail side of the industry, and strategies for improving …

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Ep 47 - The Face of Social Equity & Entrepreneurship in Cannabis. An interview w/ Danicka Brown Frazier, & Olamiji Pearse, Greenish Vibes 33:35

2+ y ago33:35

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In this episode we got a chance to interview Danicka Brown-Frazier & Olamiji Pearse. The dynamic duo currently operates Greenish Vibes, a Cannabis accessory & CBD boutique that will soon transition into a Cannabis Microbusiness in California. Greenish Vibes also focuses on projects to improve equity for black farmers of industrial hemp in the US an…

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Ep 46 - Understanding Cannabis IP Law & Why It's Critical To Your Success. An interview w/ Hannah Stitt - Esquire, Tectonic Law 45:08

2+ y ago45:08

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As the cannabis industry grows so will the need for IP protection. Often startup companies don’t realize the need to protect their brand. Furthermore, people think it’s impossible to provide IP protection to something that’s considered illegal under Federal Law. In this episode we interview Hannah Stitt, an attorney at Tectonic Law. Hannah helps en…

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Ep 45 - Sifting through the industry using H!ghten solventless extraction. An interview w/ Chad Johnson, CEO, H!ghten Sifter 28:08

2+ y ago28:08

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In this episode we interview Chad Johnson, CEO of H!ghten Sifter, who has developed a solventless extract method for cannabis in the convenience of your own home. The company’s sifter is set to disrupt a $40-million-dollar kief industry. In just 30 seconds the H!ghten Sifter gives consumers easy access to 10x’s more ready to consume kief than they …

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Ep 44 - Changing The Way We Look At The CBD Industry. An interview w/ Tahira Rehmatullah, Co-Founder, Commons 1:00:44

2+ y ago1:00:44

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Starting her career in the financial industry, Tahira Rehmatullah, ended up on a mission to change the way we look at the CBD industry. We got a chance to interview her during MJbizcon 2021 in Las Vegas. Tahira earned her MBA from the Yale School of Management and B.S. in Finance from The Ohio State University. Since entering cannabis in 2014, Tahi…

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Ep 43 - Cracking The Code, Is Your Cannabis Company Safe From Hackers? An Interview w/ Scott Lyons, CEO & Co-founder - Red Lion 51:19

2+ y ago51:19

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If you own a cannabis based company there's a good chance you've never thought about cyber security. In this interview with Scott Lyons, CEO & Co-founder of Red Lion, he discusses how data is the new gold. Scott is a "white hat" hacker who is bringing cyber security to the cannabis industry. Why does cyber security matter to cannabis companies - fr…

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Ep 42 - MJBizCon 2021 Recap: Back at the Biggest Cannabis Industry Event 25:03

2+ y ago25:03

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This week’s Bonus episode comes straight from MJBizCon in Vegas where we caught up with exhibitors and industry specialists in the Cannabis space. After being locked away for two years, everyone was excited to reconnect and come back to start pushing forward business in Cannabis again. Our team had an unforgettable time at the event this year. Chec…

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Ep. 41 - Is 420 Actually Related To Pot? You Might Be Surprised! Learn About The Waldos, Steve Capper + Dave Reddix 53:16

2+ y ago53:16

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I didn’t know much about the Waldo’s before I found the 420waldos website. So this conversation kind of came to me by surprise, but learning that these group of five friends coined the term "420" was compelling enough for me to ask the questions of how, what and why they became known for this term. There have been many misconceptions, fallacies, fa…

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Keith Stephenson: Legacy and Longevity in the Volatile Cannabis Industry 45:13

2+ y ago45:13

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Keith Stephenson is the owner and founder of Purple Heart, the first Black-owned cannabis business to be licensed in the U.S. and the longest-running cannabis dispensary in Oakland, California. During the sweeping social justice protests last year, Purple Heart was hit by a series of burglaries that ultimately crippled the company — Keith is still …

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Ep. 40: Growing Better Buds - The Biology Of Cannabis. An Interview w/ Dr. Daniela Vergara, Co-founder of Cannabis Genomics Research Initiative 42:12

2+ y ago42:12

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The biology of cannabis began in the mid-1960s with the identification of THC (delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol) as marijuana's main active ingredient. But, what do we really know more than 50 years later? Listen to our interview with Dr. Daniela Vergara as she makes the biology of cannabis easy to understand and entertaining... Connect W/ Dr Vergara: …

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Ep 39: From Concept To Market. An interview w/ Russ Cersosimo, Founder and Managing Partner at Hemp Synergistics 52:33

2+ y ago52:33

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I’m sure you can agree that this interview with Russ was really awesome, scientific and energetic. We got some amazing information about isolation and extraction and really the science behind created CBD additives and more... We also talked about Russ’ book Molecular Influence. Who is Russ Cersosimo? He is the go to person for launching a business …

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Jon O'Connor & Amy Cirincione O'Connor: Humboldt Cannabis Tourism 45:46

2+ y ago45:46

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Jon O’Connor and Amy Cirincione O’Connor are the co-founders of Humboldt Social, which offers pro-cannabis lodging, dining, and event spaces.As cannabis reforms become more and more widespread, the traditional tourism industry has unfortunately been slow to accept the cannabis community. Even in Humboldt County, California — which is world-famous f…

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Ep 38: The Cannabis Policy Queen & Cannabis Advocate. An interview w/ Aide Castro, Cannabis Regulations Consultant 48:09

2+ y ago48:09

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Many have worked very hard to decriminalize Cannabis in California. Aide Castro, is the former Mayor of Lynwood, CA (2010 / 2016) who fought hard to bring Cannabis to the Los Angeles area. She is also a long time cannabis advocate and entrepreneur. In this episode we interview Aide and dive deep into her experience with all things green. Connect wi…

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Ep 37: The Science Of Cannabinoid Extraction & Formulation. An interview w/ Greg Arias & Jason Showard, Co-founders of Concentrated Science 1:10:53

2+ y ago1:10:53

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In today's episode, we interviewed Greg Arias and Jason Showard Co-founders of Concentrated Science in Los Angeles, California. We discuss the science of cannabinoid extraction and the world of possibilities in Cannabis. Concentrated Science will help your cannabis business at any stage from concept to completion. Greg & Jason have a team of indust…

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Ep 36: Cannabis BS - the good, the bad, and the ugly. An interview w/ Kristen Yoder, CannaBS Detector Podcast 1:05:30

2+ y ago1:05:30

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In this episode we interview Kristen Yoder who is a 16-year cannabis industry veteran, media personality, speaker, host of The CannaBS Detector Podcast, and the CEO of the cannabis business firm, Soil To The Oil. In 2005, Kristen started her journey in the cannabis industry as a bud-tender in one of the first dispensaries in Venice, California. Kri…

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Ep: 35 - What's actually in your weed? An interview w/ Ben Gelt, Co-founder - Cannabis Certification Council 55:22

2+ y ago55:22

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Have you ever wondered what's actually in your weed? Today we talked to Ben Gelt co-founder at the Cannabis Certification Council (CCC). During our conversation Ben walked us through what certification is, what it means, how it happens, and why you should have it. Next, Ben talked about the food + wine industry and how that’s been an example for bu…

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Ep 34: CBD for pets - helpful or hype? An interview w/ Heirloom Pet Products 57:22

2+ y ago57:22

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We all love our pets and I’ve really been wanting to get a pet products company on the show. In this episode you’ll hear our guests talk about using CBD for pets - helpful or is it hype? We'll also discuss the THC "no no's" with pets. Don't make the same mistakes I did. And, our final topic - water and oil just don’t go together. It's im-paws-ible,…

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Ep 33: The Gardener's Toolbox. An interview w/ Ryan Douglas, Master Marijuana Grower 45:40

2+ y ago45:40

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Ryan Douglas, a master grower, is a Cannabis growth consultant who has led cannabis businesses across the world in best practices of cannabis cultivation. Our first podcast with a Master Grower, Ryan tells us about the ideal weather conditions of growing the plant, the challenges of starting a vertically integrated business along some of the nuance…

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Sebastien Centner: Luxury Cannabis Edibles 47:10

2+ y ago47:10

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Luxury cannabis products constitute a peculiar segment for the cannabis industry: where many consumers might scoff at what they consider an overpriced product, there are many others for whom the added charm (and promise of excellence) is worth the extra cost. To learn more about the growing market for luxury cannabis products, we turned to Sebastie…

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Ep 32: Why medical cannabis matters & how it can help traumatic brain injuries. An interview w/ Nikki Lawley, Cannabis Ambassador 1:13:46

2+ y ago1:13:46

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Ok I don’t want to say too much about Nikki Lawley before we jump into the interview, but this was kind of out of the normal realm of interviews for us. The reason that we wanted to talk to Nikki is because she is really a good example of why Cannabis needs to be legalized and the challenges the criminalization of cannabis has brought to people who…

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Ep 31: The “Bud”y System. An interview w/ Jason Lammers, The Cannabis Alliance 50:15

2+ y ago50:15

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We are joined by Jason Lammers, Vice president of the Cannabis Alliance. As you all may know Washington became the first U.S. state to legalize recreational use of marijuana in 2012 and the second to allow recreational marijuana sales. The state had previously legalized medical marijuana in 1998. Today, we are chatting with The Cannabis Alliance, t…

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Ep. 30: Seeing Through The Haze. An interview w/ Liv Nagler, Field Marketing Manager @ PAX Labs 45:41

2+ y ago45:41

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With a background in sports marketing, Liv Nagler knew she wanted to be in an industry that was closer to her passion. In 2013, when Cannabis became legal for recreational use, Liv made the move to Seattle to pursue a career in Cannabis. She also started Liv’s Leaves, an accessories line for cannabis lovers and stoners. Listen in as we talk to Liv …

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Ep 29: Building an empire from bud to bloom! An interview w/ Ulysses Youngblood, Major Bloom 57:46

3y ago57:46

57:46

Major Bloom is one of the first first equity businesses vertically integrated cannabis establishments in Massachusetts . With a background in sales, marketing and business, Ulysses Youngblood has committed to creating an impact-driven business in his community. He discusses how businesses should lead with diversity at the c-suite and talks about cr…

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Ep 28: Where are the women in Cannabis? An interview w/ Jane West, Cannabis Activist and CEO of her own lifestyle brand. 1:07:17

3y ago1:07:17

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If you attended any Cannabis events in early 2014 in Colorado, you may have very well attended an event put on by Jane West. Made infamous by local news channels by her very open use of Cannabis as a woman and mother, she was chosen by the spotlight to represent women in the cannabis industry. We speak with Jane about building up Women Grow into a …

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Reginald Stanfield: Roadmap for Launching a Successful Cannabis Cultivation Facility 53:45

3y ago53:45

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Reginald Stanfield is the CEO and head horticulturist of JustinCredible Cultivation, a Massachusetts cannabis cultivator.To launch a successful cannabis cultivation facility, one requires a significant amount of planning, resources, and initiative. Launching during a worldwide pandemic, however, makes things infinitely harder but that was the unfor…

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Ep 27: Haute-atouille: elevating infused dining. An interview w/ Chef Alex Lotero, Founder of Misfit Culinary Group 44:45

3y ago44:45

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Army combat veteran, Chef Alex Lotero, tells us how the Cannabis industry inspired him to try new ways to add flavors to his amazing cuisine. Founder and owner of Misfit Culinary Group, Chef Lotero talks about how he incorporated Haute Cuisine with his Elevated Dining experiences. Chef Lotero was adamant that he is “not a cannabis chef,” as the che…

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Ep. 26: Women in the cannabis industry. An interview w/ April Pride, Founder of The High Guide 1:05:29

3y ago1:05:29

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April Pride is a brand, design and product innovator. In 2016 she launched Van der Pop, which quickly became North America’s leading cannabis lifestyle brand for women. Recognizing the specific demands of this consumer, April’s emphasis on education and discretion while addressing stigma has become a benchmark in cannabis marketing. Within a year o…

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Ep 25: The evidence is in the bag. An interview w/ Casey & Dan Dalton - Co-founders of Evidence & Ocean Grown Extracts 33:07

3y ago33:07

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Casey and Dan Dalton, sibling co-founders of the socially conscious brands Evidence and Ocean Grown Extracts in Los Angeles, California - partnered with Damian Marley. The team purchased a former private prison facility in Coalinga, California where they manufacture and distribute their cannabis products. Now, they are growing weed at a prison to h…

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Ep 24: For the love of Cannabis. An interview w/ Steve DeAngelo, Last Prisoner Project 57:18

3y ago57:18

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We are excited to speak with Steve DeAngelo - Mr. DeAngelo has become synonymous with cannabis rights activist and advocate for cannabis reform in the United States. Mr. DeAngelo is a globally recognized cannabis leader who was dubbed “The Father of the Legal Cannabis Industry”. Our conversation dives into his passion for people, spirituality and d…

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Ep. 23: From big house to the big leagues. An interview w/ Arby Barosso, Co-founder Green Roads 55:55

3y ago55:55

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Arby Barroso is a Co-founder of Green Roads, one of the largest and most respected manufacturers of CBD products in the country. In this interview, we talk about how he turned all his roadblocks into a multimillion dollar success starting from a car crash to incarceration to today with his role as a social and legal advocate for the cannabis indust…

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Ep 22: Cannabis for the true connoisseur. Interview w/ Emery ‘’Wolf’’ Morrison, SVP of Marketing at Camp Green Inc. 1:21:08

3y ago1:21:08

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In this episode we are interviewing Emery ‘’Wolf’’ Morrison, SVP of Marketing at Camp Green Inc. Camp Green is a fully licensed and legal manufacturer and distributor of cannabis (Hellapaxx.com). The company grows premium organic cannabis in Northern California and lab-tests all of its products in order to assure the highest possible quality. Since…

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Ep. 21 - From Playboy to NORML. An interview w/ Keith Stroup, Founder of NORML 57:05

3y ago57:05

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Keith Stroup founded the infamous cannabis litigation firm NORML (National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws) in 1970. His passion started with recreational use in law school and became a lifelong journey of activism. Even after establishing NORML as a firm that was committed to decriminalizing cannabis, his parents didn’t realize the i…

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Ep. 20 - The business of Cannabis: Regulations and Compliance. An interview w/ Marc Rodriguez, Co-founder of Green Leaf Payroll & Business Solutions Inc. 1:02:35

3y ago1:02:35

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Marc Rodriguez is the president and co-founder of Green Leaf Payroll & Business Solutions Inc. ... Marc, with his spouse Kira, set out to build a cannabis-focused payroll and HR outsourcing organization in a fully transparent way. Connect with Marc: Green Leaf Business Solutions (@greenleafbusinesssolutions) • Instagram photos and videos Green Leaf…

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Kathryn Blackwell & Chelsea Mulligan: The Advantages of Dispensary Franchising 37:12

3y ago37:12

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With Arizona's recent switch to an adult-use market, cannabis enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, and investors are also scrambling to learn as much as possible about the state's new cannabis opportunities. The Open Dør is an Arizona-based cannabis dispensary franchise that specializes in providing a comfort-focused and modern retail experience.In this pod…

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Ep 19: More than just Simply High. An interview w/ Daniel George, CEO of Simply High Extracts 58:59

3y ago58:59

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Daniel George started Simply High Extracts in 2017 as his father battled Leukemia which continues to be the inspiration for his growing business. Brought up South Central LA, Daniel has become a leader in his community. We discuss greater education and awareness around cannabis products, the barriers to entry and the social challenges of creating e…

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Edmund DeVeaux: Pushing for Equitable Cannabis Opportunities in New Jersey 37:40

3y ago37:40

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New Jersey's cannabis legalization bid was a long-sought and hard-fought victory, only achieved through the collaboration of advocates, lobbyists, and lawmakers. As President of the New Jersey CannaBusiness Association — which works to promote jobs and growth in a sustainable, responsible cannabis industry — Edmund DeVeaux was closely attuned to th…

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