Cannabis Tech Talks

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 conversation on social media when you tag @cannatechtoday....

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 episode. Join the conversation on social media when you...

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. Cannabis Tech Talks  are brought to you thanks to t...

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 cultivation methods. Join the conversation on socia...

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 Metrc’s innovations when you join the conversation o...

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 formulations, and where you can find it in this tasty episo...

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 for the show, their favorite Las Vegas meal, and whe...

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 need for regulators to approach it with curiosity and...

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 conversation in this special episode, hosted by C&TT Ex...

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 with Zachodni and Tran to discuss the upcoming Emjay...

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 brought to you thanks to the support...

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 Bonner, Montana. It’s the first in an epic concert...

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 Talks  are brought to you thanks to the supp...

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. In 2002, Zohn won $1,000,000 on the third season of...

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 Rad Reefer, a cannabis content creator with ten...

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 conservation and management for more sustainability." She...

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 Capital Conference in Miami. Cannabis Tech Talks &n...

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 you thanks to the support of Polyscience....

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, DeLisi and his family recount their long struggle...

“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” Young. A year later, the label signed Calvin “Snoo...

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 Congress & Business Expo to discover how bu...

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 is DNA testing. Cannabis Tech Talks  are...

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 this high-tech business. Cannabis Tech Talks...

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 changing the experience and making the sector app...

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 Cannabis & Tech Today Executive Editor Patricia...