Brian 'Box' Brown's Journey into the Cannabis Industry

High On Tour with Victor Pinho & April Black

In this enlightening episode of High on Tour, hosts Victor Pinho and April Black invite the New York Times bestselling author Brian Box Brown for a captivating discussion. Best known for his thought-provoking comic strip - Legalization Nation, Brown shares his journey from a mundane office job to becoming a successful professional cartoonist.

Listen to how Brown navigated his way from self-publishing opportunities to making a lasting impression with his comic strip that sheds light on American cannabis industry trials and challenges. Among his fascinating insights, Brown discusses the striking differences he observed in dispensaries across the country due to varying regulations and the complications of establishing a cannabis business.

Despite revealing that the legalization process is becoming more restrictive, Brown's journey provides hope and inspiration to those who dream of turning their passion into a career. Along with insights into the cannabis industry's challenges, this episode also explores its promising future and the beneficial impact of dismantling inhibitive regulations.

This episode also dives into the impacts of heavy regulations on small cannabis businesses and how they are deterring potential participants. Furthermore, we journey into the industry's security theatre and how restrictions, fear of judgment, and cultural differences across states further complicate cannabis-centric services.

Join us to explore the captivating world of cannabis with Brian 'Box' Brown. His comic strip, Legalization Nation, is distributed by King Features and available on various social platforms, aiming to educate a wider audience about cannabis, helping to combat persisting stigma.