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Cutting edge technology in cannabis with Dr. John Oram, CEO/Founder of NUG. Today we are joined by Dr. John Oram of NUG Inc. NUG is an Oakland-based, vertically-integrated cannabis company with strong historical growth and performance. From its cutting edge technology to its award-winning products and dedication to community involvement, the company is comprised of true creators, innovators, and p...

FDA Hemp Bill Implementation Roundtable with Michelle Lee Flores, Esq., Dr. Murdoc Khaleghi, and Joy Beckerman. The Food and Drug Law Institute reported that The Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (2018 Farm Bill) marked a watershed in the regulation of cannabis in the United States. While the crop remains highly regulated, the law makes hemp production and distribution legal under federal law an...

A solution to control devices through an application with Seedo CEO Zohar Levy. Today, we speak with the CEO of a high-tech company providing the world's first fully automated and controlled indoor growing machines for the pesticide-free cannabis and agricultural markets. Seedo Corp. designs and develops electronic technology solutions. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Priva...

Helping connect cannabis merchants with Ken Ramirez, CEO, and Co-Founder of Alt Thirty-Six. Today we talk about digital payments and compliance helping connect cannabis merchants with vendors, suppliers, and consumers by settling transactions in real-time. As a distinguished academic, Ken is in the final stages of completing a Doctorate in Business Administration. His dissertation research focuses...

A real power broker in the Cannabis industry with Steve White, CEO, Harvest Health and Recreation. Today we talk to a real power broker in the Cannabis industry, the CEO of one of the largest multi-state operators in the USA. Harvest Health and Recreation closed on a definitive agreement to buy Verano Holdings for $850 million in an all-stock deal, marking the largest US cannabis deal to date. Adv...

The largest licensed adult use cannabis farms in the United States with Michael Yorke, Director, and CEO of CROP Infrastructure Corp. Today we talk with the owners of the largest licensed adult use cannabis farms in the United States. Mr. Yorke began his career in the financial sector with the Royal Bank of Canada in 2001. He subsequently served as an active trader and value investor for the last...

The most unadulterated form of cannabis extracts with Sam Jurist, CEO & Co-Founder, SHO Products. Today we talk about the future of DIY cannabis extraction technology with the CEO of an LA-based company focused on building industry-leading technology in solventless extraction. Solventless extractions are considered to be the most enjoyable, highest quality, and the most unadulterated form of c...

The first ISO accredited cannabis lab in the world with Aaron Riley, CEO of CannaSafe. Today we talk with the CEO of the first ISO accredited cannabis lab in the world, and the #1 accredited cannabis testing lab in California. CannaSafe was the first ISO accredited cannabis lab in the world. CannaSafe has established itself as one of the most trusted names in safe cannabis. Being the first accredi...

The Ultimate Guide to Marijuana Use and Insurance for 2019 with Nick DiUlio, an analyst for insuranceQuotes.com. The past decade has been undeniably transformative for U.S. marijuana laws. Not since the era of Prohibition has the United States wrestled so broadly and intensely with the cultural, judicial, and economic implications of legalizing a formerly illegal substance. And while the push to r...

The emergence of VR technology in the cannabis industry with Michael Chandler from Third Eye Visuals. Today on this episode we’re going to learn about 3-dimensional virtual tours, allowing customers to come right into a business' space from the comfort of their own home or mobile device. My guest creates models of dispensaries or any other type of space to show off online in what is explained...

One of the fastest growing CannaTech companies with Jeffrey Harris, CEO and Founder of Springbig. Today, we learn about an innovator in loyalty marketing technology, who recently announced that it reached a five million customer milestone, establishing the company as one of the fastest growing CannaTech companies in the cannabis industry. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy...

The new out of state patient program with HEALTH Executive Director Pedro Haro. Hawai’i is now allowing visitors to access the state’s world-class medical cannabis program, and online registration is officially open for out of state patients to apply for medical cannabis cards in advance of their trip to paradise. Here to talk about the new out of state patient program is Pedro Haro, Executive Dir...

The finest full spectrum hemp derived CBD and CBG with Rod Wolterman, Founder & Chairman, Hemptown. Today, we focus on the rich soils of Southern Oregon’s Emerald Triangle where Hemptown is producing some of the finest full spectrum hemp derived CBD and CBG. Rod Wolterman founded Hemptown’s Oregon Operation in 2016. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https:/...

The preeminent Canadian investment issuers working in the cannabis market with Shay Shnet, CEO & Director. Nabis Holdings and Mark Krytiuk. President, Nabis HoldingsAccording to a recent Gallup poll, 58 percent of Americans support legal cannabis. Whether it's for pain relief, health benefits, or alternatives to traditional medicine, more and more people are starting to incorporate cannabi...

The future of the edibles industry with Erik Knutson, co-founder of Keef Brands and the Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of CanCore Concepts Inc. Today, we talk about the industry from research and innovation to the future of the edibles industry. Erik was in the construction biz based in his home of Boulder, Colorado. Then came the Great Recession in 2008 and the housing bubble. He went with...

The initiative to provide high standards in our industry. Today, we are joined by Marielle Weintraub. She is the Strategic Business Development Director for the Hemp Initiative at Eurofins Food Integrity and Innovation, formerly Covance Food Solutions. She is a founding board member and the current President for the US Hemp Authority and we are going to talk about an announcement recently made by...

Trendsetters in Cannabis Technology with Socrates Rosenfeld, CEO & Co-founder at Jane Technologies, Inc. Today, we welcome back a familiar guest to Cannabis Radio who is a former Apache helicopter pilot and Army captain, and MIT graduate who is one of the trendsetters in Cannabis Technology. Let’s welcome back the CEO & Co-founder at Jane Technologies, Socrates Rosenfeld! Jane Technologies...

Political and financial obstacles surrounding cannabis companies with Ray Lehmann, director of finance, insurance and trade policy for R Street. Today, we speak about the legal and political and financial obstacles surrounding cannabis companies and their access to banking solutions. R Street is a non-profit public policy research organization that supports free markets; limited, effective governm...

Improving Safety And Manufacturing Regulations with Arnaud Dumas de Rauly, co-founder and co-CEO of The Blinc’s Group. Today, we speak with one of the world’s most renowned experts in vapor technology, regulations, manufacturing, and distribution. He is also a vocal proponent of improving safety and manufacturing regulations. Chairman of the International ISO committee on Vaping Standards, Chairma...

Today, we learn the findings from a new Pricing Trends Industry Report that gives us an indication on where prices will head in newly legal states and how much people are willing to pay for certain cannabis products. Cy has been involved in the professional cannabis industry for over five years. In 2010, Cy co-founded Leafly, and helped grow the company into one of the most well-respected brands i...

Facilitate the evolution of the United States family farm with Evo Hemp President and Co-Founder Jourdan Samel and Co- Founder and CEO Ari Sherman Today, we talk about tribal hemp with a company working with those who are working with Native Americans who have been harvesting hemp for centuries. Ari Sherman and Jourdan Samel have set their sights on a goal bigger than product development, bigger t...

Streamlining of the cannabis harvesting process with Cullen Raichart, Founder & CEO at GreenBroz, Inc. Today, we talk a veteran of the US Navy, a mechanical engineer, and has more than 12 years of experience as an entrepreneur and inventor in the cannabis industry. Prior to founding GreenBroz, Inc., Cullen worked in the corporate world for a Fortune 500 company until realizing his passion for...

Cannabis Real Estate with Rick Payne President & CEO of Cannabis Real Estate Consultants. Our guest this week runs a cannabis real estate company whose website ranks 1 on google worldwide for the search term "Cannabis Real Estate" and as a result receives over 1k visitors a day with 20% month over month growth. They’ve only been in business for nearly two and a half years. Rick Payne i...

What cannabis could learn from tobacco marketing with Jim McCormick-President of Ignite International. Our guest this week joined the cannabis industry by way of the home to such legendary tobacco brands as Newport, Lucky Strike, Pall Mall and Camel. Jim McCormick spent 16 years in senior management roles with British American Tobacco (BAT) including 14 years overseas living in 7 different countri...

How the reputation of cannabis has Changed with Anthony Franciosi, Founder and Head Grower for Honest Marijuana Company. This week we welcome a cannabis industry expert who recently made some comments about the Importance of Buying Legal Marijuana, How the reputation of cannabis has Changed and Pot Rules at Social Gatherings. Let’s welcome the Founder of Honest Marijuana Company. The vision for Ho...