CannaBiz Conversations

Welcome to Season 3 of the Cannabiz Conversation podcast! In this exciting episode, we dive deep into the incredible journey of our guest, JP, who has a story that reads like an action novel. From his early days of growing cannabis in the cornfields of rural Michigan to navigating the challenges of the cannabis industry in California, JP shares his unique experiences and insights. Join us as we ex...

Welcome to the second half of Cannabiz Conversations with Jose Lima! In this episode, we dive deep into the fascinating world of cannabis research and education at Southern Illinois University (SIU). Join us as we discuss the groundbreaking work being done at the Cannabis Science Center, where multidisciplinary teams are coming together to explore the potential of cannabis in horticulture and plan...

Join us for an enlightening episode of the Cannabiz Conversations Podcast as we welcome Jose Lema, Assistant Professor of Cannabis Biology and Cultivation Systems at Southern Illinois University. In this episode, we dive deep into Jose's fascinating journey from a family farm in Brazil to becoming a pioneer in cannabis academia. We discuss the evolving landscape of cannabis education, the cha...

Welcome to Part Two of our Cannabiz Conversations with Allison and Riley! If you missed Part One, be sure to check it out for incredible origin stories that set the stage for today's discussion. In this episode, we dive deep into the science of smokability. Allison shares her journey into understanding the factors that affect the quality of cannabis smoke, including the significance of ash co...

Welcome to Season 3 of the Cannabiz Conversation podcast! In this exciting episode, host Sean dives deep into the world of cannabis science with two incredible guests: Dr. Allison Justice and Dr. Riley Kirk. Join us as we explore their unique cannabis origin stories, from Allison's late-blooming experience in Amsterdam to Riley's early introduction to the plant in Maine. They share their...

Join us for Part Two of our enlightening conversation on "Cannabiz Conversations with the Jeff Rawson Experience"! In this episode, we dive deep into the science of cannabis with Jeff Rawson, founder of the Institute of Cannabis Science. Discover Jeff's journey from esoteric scientist to a passionate advocate for cannabis safety and consumer education. He shares his experiences at H...

Join us for Season 3, Episode 3 of our podcast, where we dive deep into the world of cannabis with our special guest, Jeff Rawson, PhD, a passionate scientist and consumer advocate in the cannabis space. In this episode, we explore Jeff's origin story, from his late introduction to cannabis in college to his journey through the complexities of the cannabis industry. We discuss the importance...

Welcome back to another enlightening episode of Cannabiz Conversations! In part two of our discussion with Megan, the trusted cannabis nurse, and Dr. Cody, we dive deep into the important topic of Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS). In this episode, we break down what CHS is, who is at risk, and the potential causes behind this condition that affects some long-term cannabis users. We explore t...

Welcome to Season 3, Episode 3 of the Cannabis Conversation! In this exciting episode, we dive deep into the world of cannabis education with two incredible guests: Megan, the trusted cannabis nurse, and Dr. Cody, a pediatric pharmacist and cannabis science expert. Join us as we explore their unique origin stories, highlighting how personal experiences with patients led them to embrace cannabis as...

Welcome to Part Two of our enlightening conversation with Trent Hancock on the Cannabiz Conversation podcast! If you missed Part One, be sure to check it out for Trent's incredible origin story. In this episode, we dive deep into the future of cannabis, exploring the importance of small businesses in the industry and the pitfalls of corporate consolidation. Trent shares his insights on social...

Welcome to Season 3 of the Cannabiz Conversations Podcast! In this exciting kickoff episode, our host dives deep into the world of cannabis with special guest Trent, a seasoned grower and industry expert. Join us as we explore Trent's unique origin story with cannabis, starting from his early experiences in Portland, Oregon, to his journey through the cannabis industry. He shares insights on...

Welcome to the finale of CannaBiz Conversations! In this episode, we dive deep with Daniel Crawford, who shares his incredible journey in the cannabis industry and his experiences on LinkedIn. If you missed part one, be sure to check it out for an amazing backstory! Join us as we discuss the rise of cannabis content on LinkedIn during the pandemic, the challenges of navigating social media as a ca...

Join us for the season finale of CannaBiz Conversations as we dive deep into the fascinating journey of Daniel Crawford, a passionate cannabis grower and advocate. In this episode, we explore Daniel's origins in the cannabis scene, from his early days as a Deadhead to his transformative experiences with the plant that led him to cultivate for medicinal purposes. Discover how Daniel's bac...

Welcome to Part Two of our Cannabiz Conversations with Nahtal from Sorting Robotics! If you missed the first half, make sure to check it out for an incredible backstory on Nahtal's journey in the cannabis industry. In this episode, we dive deep into the innovative world of robotics and cannabis. Nahtal shares insights on the challenges of creating infused pre-rolls, the importance of automati...

Welcome to this exciting episode of Cannabis Conversations! Join your host, Sean Welsh, as he dives into the fascinating intersection of robotics and the cannabis industry with special guest Nohtal from Sorting Robotics. In this episode, Nohtal shares his unique journey from growing up in Los Angeles to working at NASA and eventually venturing into the cannabis space. He discusses his early experi...

Join us for Part 2 of the Cannabiz Conversation Podcast featuring the incredible Ashley Manning! In this episode, we dive deep into the fascinating world of cannabis genetics and the groundbreaking research being conducted at the Cannabis Research Center (CRC). Ashley shares insights about their innovative study on the "science of smokability," which aims to enhance the consumer experien...

Welcome to another exciting episode of the Cannabiz Conversation Podcast! Join your host, Sean Welsh, as he sits down with Ashley Manning, COO of the Cannabis Research Coalition. In this episode, Ashley shares her inspiring journey from struggling with PTSD and chronic pain to discovering the healing powers of cannabis. Learn about her transition from pharmaceuticals to cannabis, her experiences i...

Welcome to the Cannabiz Conversation Podcast with host Sean Welsh and guest Kenya Alexander in this engaging episode. Kenya and Sean dive deep into the importance of community, personal growth, and the evolving cannabis industry. They discuss the power of meaningful connections, the progress in the cannabis space, and the significance of consumer data. Join Kenya and Sean as they share their insig...

Welcome to the Cannabiz Conversations podcast with your host, Sean Welsh. In this episode, Sean sits down with the energetic and inspiring Kenya Alexander to discuss her journey with cannabis, motherhood, and community building. Kenya shares her experiences with cannabis, navigating prohibition states, and the importance of education in the industry. In part one of this engaging conversation, Keny...

In this engaging episode of the Cannabiz Conversations Podcast, the hosts delve into two thought-provoking topics. First, they discuss the parallels between the cannabis and alcohol industries post-prohibition, emphasizing the importance of learning from history to shape the future of cannabis legalization. The conversation touches on regulatory capture, vertical integration, and the evolution of...

Welcome to Season Two of the Cannabiz Conversations podcast! In this episode, host and guest Brett Puffenbarger dive deep into Brett's origin story, discussing his journey with cannabis and how it has impacted his life. From growing up in rural Virginia to his military experience and discovering the medicinal benefits of cannabis, Brett shares his unique perspective on the plant. The conversa...

Welcome to Part 2 of the Cannabiz Conversations Podcast with Lauren Carpenter from the Embarc. In this episode, Lauren discusses the journey of integrating cannabis into the California State Fair and the importance of normalizing cannabis consumption. In this engaging conversation, Lauren shares insights into the multi-year process of educating and integrating cannabis into the prestigious Califor...

In this episode of the podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Lauren Carpenter, the CEO of Embark, a dispensary group in California. Lauren shared her origin story of how she first encountered cannabis in high school and how her journey led her to become a passionate advocate for the plant. She discussed the challenges and successes of opening a dispensary during the COVID-19 pandemic, highli...

Welcome to part two of Cannabis Conversations with Sean Welsh and Hunter Buffington. In this episode, sponsored by Potency 710, the discussion delves into sustainability in agriculture and the importance of supporting farmers in the journey towards a more sustainable future. Hunter shares insights on the intersection of regulation, policy-making, and agricultural innovation, emphasizing the need f...

Join host Sean Welsh on this episode of the Cannabis Conversations podcast as he delves into the world of hemp policy in America with special guest Hunter Buffington. In this insightful episode, they discuss the challenges and opportunities surrounding hemp regulation, the impact on farmers, and the importance of supporting sustainable practices in the industry. Discover the intersection of agricu...