Cannabis Tech Talks

In this episode of Cannabis Tech Talks, Cannabis & Tech Today Managing Editor Patricia Miller sits down with Feel State Incorporated CEO David Melnick. Launched in 2019, Feel State is a startup working to create a nationwide franchise model for dispensaries. Feel State works with franchisees to procure a license and provide operational support and branding recommendations. Melnick shares how Feel...

In this episode of Cannabis Tech Talks, join Editor-in-Chief Charles Warner at MJBizCon 2021 as he speaks with Dan and Jackie Rosek. The Roseks are the owners of Glazed and Confused, a Michigan-based dispensary that took home the title of America’s best dispensary logo, as awarded by David Wallach in the fall issue of Cannabis & Tech Today. The Roseks share their long journey to launching a dispen...

In this special episode of Cannabis Tech Talks, Former NFL player and Heisman trophy winner Ricky Williams shares his journey with medicinal cannabis. Pulled from the Emerge archives, this moving keynote speech explores Williams’ battle with anxiety and pain brought on from years of intense athletic performance. Discover how he’s using Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese medicine as companions to ca...

In this episode of Cannabis Tech Talks, Managing Editor Patricia Miller sits down with George Jage, co-founder and CEO of MJ Unpacked. MJ Unpacked is a unique trade event designed to connect retailers and brands with investors, taking place October 21-22 in Las Vegas. In this discussion, Jage explores the future of trade shows, how brands should measure their event ROI, and offers tips for taking...

Jason Gann is the creator and star of the cult comedy series Wilfred. He is also the CEO of the Wilfred Cannabis and Wilfred CBD & Hemp brands. In this episode of Cannabis Tech Talks, Cannabis & Tech Today Editor-in-Chief Charles Warner and Managing Editor Patricia Miller explore Gann’s inspiration for launching his cannabis brands. The trio discuss branding, ancient aliens, and the surprising sim...

In this episode of Cannabis Tech Talks, Editor-in-Chief Charles Warner speaks with Chris Day, co-founder of the Global Cannabis Network and Project Evolve. Day explores the evolution of the global cannabis marketplace and discusses the future for the cannabis event space. How has the pandemic shaped live events and the development of a more robust virtual-event atmosphere? How is technology playin...

There are few people in the cannabis industry who are as knowledgeable and outspoken about cannabis as Montel Williams. The veteran, TV host, and cannabis advocate shares his thoughts on the state of the industry, the impacts of COVID-19, and what’s next for the evolving cannabis space. Williams joins Cannabis & Tech Today Editor-in-Chief Charles Warner to explore the demand for education, leaders...

When will we see the beer of the cannabis world? There are so many companies doing innovative work, surely one of them can come up with a product that sets in quickly, wears off predictably, and provides a party-like buzz. CEO of Lively Spirits Matt Cohen says that’s exactly what they’ve created. His newest product, purejuana, is set to disrupt the alcohol industry by offering customers a cannabis...

Fighting pests, mold, and mildew is a pervasive problem in big agriculture. Cannabis cultivation, however, is unique. The pesticides used on edible products aren’t safe to combust or inhale, so what’s a grower to do? Cannabis & Tech Today Managing Editor Patricia Miller speaks with Terra Vera CEO Carlos Perea to learn about his company’s new solution to an age-old problem. He’s using tech from the...

Salvador Santana believes in the power of the cannabis plant. His grandmother created tinctures from the medicinal herb. His father Carlos often used it for inspiration when creating his award-winning rhythms. Now, Salvador is using his legacy of cannabis knowledge to craft VAYA, a socially-conscious cannabis brand based out of California. In this interview recorded during the Spring Emerge Virtua...

Join Cannabis & Tech Today Editor-in-Chief Charles Warner as he chops it up with special guest Codie Sanchez, managing director and partner at Entourage Effect Capital (EEC). Since 2014, EEC has poured over $100 million into investments in the cannabis industry. Sanchez’s work with the Arcview Group, Magma Partners Venture Fund, Texans for Veterans, and the Marijuana Policy Project give her a uniq...

How much do you know about the “Qween of Green,” Miss Laganja Estranja? Also known as Jay Jackson, this powerhouse artist, drag queen, and cannabis advocate is bringing marijuana to the mainstream. She starred as a guest judge on Chopped 420, a cannabis cooking competition airing on Discovery+, but her public recognition of the plant started in 2014 with her work on season six of RuPaul’s Drag Rac...

Dr. Chanda Macias, PhD has spent years fighting to educate and provide medical marijuana access. Dr. Macias joins Patricia Miller to discuss her current role as the CEO of Ilera Holistic Healthcare, the developing cannabis marketplace in Louisiana, and so much more! Learn more about Ilera Holisitic Healthcare at https://ileraholistichealthcare.com/ This week's episode of Cannabis Tech Talks is bro...

It takes an elite attitude to become one of the top 50 players in NBA history. Isiah Thomas, iconic Detroit Pistons all-star, analyst, and entrepreneur, is bringing his winning mindset to cannabis. He recently announced a $3 million investment into One World Pharma, a global supplier of hemp-derived ingredients. His investment will help the company attain new certifications and facilities while re...

Should athletes be allowed to use cannabis? Is it performance enhancing? Could it replace opioids as the preferred medicine for post-game recovery? Former Super Bowl champion and host of Doobin’ with Reuben, Reuben Droughns tackles these tough questions with Cannabis & Tech Today Managing Editor Patricia Miller in this episode of Cannabis Tech Talks. This episode of Cannabis & Tech Talks is brough...

The herb is one of the most pure medicines out there,” says Grammy-nominated musician and founder of JuJu Royal Julian Marley. In this exclusive interview, Managing Editor Patricia Miller speaks with Marley to understand why he entered the CBD space, how his views have changed since JuJu Royal was founded, and what he sees for the future of the industry. This episode of Cannabis & Tech Talks is br...

The path to cannabis is different for everyone. For many, the journey starts with pain. For Danny Murr-Sloat, his career in cannabis cultivation started with severe pain, fentanyl, and a deep desire to find pain management solutions that didn’t leave him depressed, asleep, and missing out on his life. In this special episode of Cannabis Tech Talks, Murr-Sloat shares his harrowing battle with illne...

How did a background in technology and eco-innovation help Glass House Group President & Chief Cannabis Officer, Graham Farrar create one of California’s largest cannabis companies? Tune in to this “Sustainable Leadership” special podcast to find out. From his pioneering work with audio company Sonos to founding a vertically-integrated cannabis powerhouse, Farrar is reimagining what it means to gr...

We often judge a brand by its packaging. What does this company represent, what’s their culture, and how does it reflect the lifestyle of the person buying it? We speak with Evan Eneman, serial entrepreneur, investor, and advisor for some expert insights. From his work with Fiorello, a cannabis branding and marketing agency, to co-founding Casa Verde Capital alongside Calvin “Snoop Dogg” Broadus,...

Nobody likes talking about mortgages or refinancing, but we promise this podcast will inspire, educate, and inform. Illinois is adapting rapidly to legalized cannabis, but how are new home buyers with an income from cannabis supposed to find a lender? Federal banking isn’t friendly to the cannabis industry — but there are solutions. Listen as Editor-in-Chief Charles Warner discovers how would-be-h...

This week’s episode of Cannabis Tech Talks brings a celebrity guest to the situation room. Frontman for The Birds and Crosby, Stills, Nash, & Young, as well as the face of the Mighty Croz Brand, the legendary David Crosby joins Managing Editor Patricia Miller to discuss some of the setbacks and difficulties of maintaining a celebrity cannabis brand. Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to Cannabis Tech Talks to...

Along with your host Editor-in-Chief, Charles Warner; Elizabeth Browde, COO of 420MEDIA discusses her latest venture: A New Cannabis Channel. There’s considerable buzz around cannabis but there’s still too much fear and stigma. Browde’s channel dispels the myths and dives into the science behind the therapeutic and widely misunderstood plant. Today's episode of Cannabis & Tech Talks is brought to...

Cannabis is a fickle plant. Whether it’s mold, mildew, or pests, there are plenty of opportunities for costly pathogens to contaminate a crop. In this episode, C&T Today Managing Editor Patricia Miller speaks with Rad Source Executive Vice President George Terry and Head of Research & Development Dr. Justin Czerniawski to learn the ins and outs of cannabis remediation. What are some common solutio...

On today’s podcast, your host Charles Warner, and Cannabis & Tech Today Managing Editor Patricia Miller interview a real OG of Hollywood -- Jim Belushi, who has recently made his way into headlines and onto television screens with his foray into cannabis, the 93-acre Belushi Farms, and his hit new show on the Discovery channel Growing Belushi. Jim shares how he chose some of his strains from legen...

Welcome back to another episode of Cannabis Tech Talks. On today’s show, Cannabis & Tech Today Managing Editor Patricia Miller is talking to Shawn Cutter, CEO of dispensary screen & signage company GreenScreens. Not only does GreenScreens provide high-quality menu boards and screens, they provide an ecosystem that integrates with P.O.S. systems to help educate and inform retail customers. Shoppers...