The Cannabis Conversation Podcast

This week, we are joined by Dan Sutton, CEO at Tantalus Labs, Canada. Tantalus Labs was founded on a commitment to advancing the frontier of cannabis. They are a team of scientists, designers, and engineers committed to a bright, Sungrown reality, cultivating world-class BC cannabis in specialized, purpose-built greenhouses. Together, we explore Tantalus’ unique approach to growing cannabis, the b...

In this episode, we speak to Avihu Tamir, cannabis entrepreneur with over five years of hands-on experience in multiple Israeli medical cannabis ventures. Avihu is the founder and CEO of Kanabo Research, who are dedicated to unlocking Cannabis' secrets through science. Kanabo Research focus on developing medically-validated cannabis IP, primarily via extractions and delivery systems. Its miss...

In this episode, we speak to Henri Sant-Cassia, a Cannabis entrepreneur who is CEO and Co-founder of CBD Virtue, a UK based CBD business, and Chairman of the Cannabinoid Trust.  Together, we speak about growth prospects and trends in Europe and further afield in Asia. → View full show notes, summary, and access resources here: https://www.canverse.global/shownotes/episode-22-insights-into-the-cbd-...

In this episode, we speak to Toby Shillito, a Cannabis entrepreneur who has been deeply integrated within the space for 25 years, he holds an MBA from London Business School and is currently CEO of Sunshine Labs, a provider of legal Cannabis flowers and derivatives based in Europe, which seeks to carry out business responsibly.  Together, we speak about corporate social responsibility within the c...

In this episode, we speak to Michael Garbuz and Deepak Anand who are key figures within the global cannabis space. Together, we speak about entry into the European market, what we can learn from Canada’s federal legalisation of both medical and recreational cannabis, and the key differences between the two markets. → View full show notes, summary, and access resources here:  https://www.canverse.g...

In this episode, we speak to Paul North, Director of External Affairs at Volteface - a drugs think tank. We discuss drug policy reform, how far we've come and the challenges ahead. Find out more about Volteface - https://volteface.me/   → View full show notes, summary, and access resources here:  https://www.canverse.global/shownotes/episode-19-drug-reform-in-the-uk-prospects-and-challenges-w...

In this episode, we speak to Richard Skaife, venture capitalist and now cannabis entrepreneur. We discuss the state of tech in cannabis, and Richard's new blockchain business, Cobidol, which will hopefully raise standards for the CBD industry. → View full show notes, summary, and access resources here: https://www.canverse.global/shownotes/episode-18-cannabis-and-technology-with-richard-skaif...

In this episode, we speak to Jonathan Deverill, corporate partner at DAC Beachcroft. We discuss the Novel Food Regulations affecting the CBD sector, and the Proceeds of Crime Act affecting international investors. We also look ahead to European Cannabis Week 2019 taking place in London. Find out more about DAC Beachcroft - https://www.dacbeachcroft.com/ Find out more about Europe CBD Expo - https:...

In this episode I speak to Sal Noble, founder of the London Canna Group. We discuss some of the things that new businesses in the CBD space need to know, as well as looking forward to the Europe CBD Expo in London in July which is being hosted by LCG. → View full show notes, summary, and access resources here: https://www.canverse.global/shownotes/episode-16-how-to-build-a-cbd-brand-with-sal-noble...

In this episode I speak to Alfredo Pascual, International Analyst at Marijuana Business Daily. We discuss the state of the legal cannabis industry in Germany and some insights on its future. Find out more about MJ Biz Daily - https://mjbizdaily.com/ → View full show notes, summary, and access resources here:  https://www.canverse.global/shownotes/episode-15-cannabis-in-germany-with-alfredo-pascual...

In this episode I speak to Hannah Skingle, COO of Dragonfly Biosciences. We discuss the CBD business, the opportunities and challenges ahead, and what the EU Novel Food Regulations might mean for the industry. Find out more about Dragonfly - http://dragonflycbd.com/ → View full show notes, summary, and access resources here: https://www.canverse.global/shownotes/gpoyn12araz7geetvsev8q6dikj3ys ❇️ G...

❇️ Get in touch at https://www.thecannabisconversation.co.uk Connect with Nikita Cretu on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikita-cretu-b24b83a8/ Connect with Thomas Gray on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-c-s-gray/ 🔋 The Cannabis Conversation is powered by Lumino - Europe's leading HR and Recruitment Agency specialising in building high performance teams for the legal cann...

In this episode I speak to Oxford PhD student, and cannabis advocate and entrepreneur, Jessica Steinberg. We discuss how women are represented in the nascent cannabis industry, and how she is galvanising a network to promote more gender equality as the sector develops. Find out more about The Entourage Network - http://ourentouragenetwork.com/ ❇️ Get in touch at https://www.thecannabisconversation...

In this episode I speak to international rugby players George Kruis and Dominic Day who have started a sport focused CBD brand - Four Five CBD. We discuss how CBD can help aid sportspeople's recovery and the challenges of starting a business. Find out more about Four Five CBD - www.fourfivecbd.co.uk  ❇️ Get in touch at https://www.thecannabisconversation.co.uk Connect with Nikita Cretu on Lin...

In this episode I speak to Tom Gray from Blume Jobs - Europe's first cannabis recruitment consultancy. We discuss the current state of the job market in the UK and Europe and prospects for the future. Find out more about Blume Jobs - www.blumejobs.com ❇️ Get in touch at https://www.thecannabisconversation.co.uk Connect with Nikita Cretu on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikita-cretu-b2...

In this episode I speak to Dr Dani Gordon in part 2 of our chat, where we discuss the challenges that face doctors in the UK when it comes to prescribing medical cannabis, despite it now being legal to do so. ❇️ Get in touch at https://www.thecannabisconversation.co.uk Connect with Nikita Cretu on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikita-cretu-b24b83a8/ Connect with Thomas Gray on LinkedIn: ht...

In this episode I speak to Dr Dani Gordon, a medical doctor and leading practitioner using cannabis as a medicine. We discuss the links between cannabis and psychosis and where the state of research is in this area. ❇️ Get in touch at https://www.thecannabisconversation.co.uk Connect with Nikita Cretu on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikita-cretu-b24b83a8/ Connect with Thomas Gray on Linke...

In this episode I speak to Patrick Morton, a former investment banker and founder of Cannabis Invest UK - an investment advisory firm based in London. We discuss some of the opportunities out there for investors looking at this space, and gain a high level understanding of the investment landscape both here in Europe and the rest of the world. ❇️ Get in touch at https://www.thecannabisconversation...

In this episode I speak to Dr Chris Cordier and Mike Parker from Grow Biotech - a leading UK medical cannabis company. We discuss what CBD is and why everyone is getting so excited about it, as well as some advice on what to look out when buying CBD.  ❇️ Get in touch at https://www.thecannabisconversation.co.uk Connect with Nikita Cretu on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikita-cretu-b24b83a...

In this episode I speak to Steve Barron, a film/tv director, and now a hemp farmer too! We discuss why Steve decided to buy a hemp farm in Cambridgeshire, and why he firmly believes this form of cannabis can have a huge positive impact on our environment. ❇️ Get in touch at https://www.thecannabisconversation.co.uk Connect with Nikita Cretu on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikita-cretu-b24...

In this episode I speak to Alex Fraser, a Crohn's Disease sufferer, and Patient Access Specialist at Grow Biotech - a leading UK medical cannabis company. We discuss how Alex discovered that cannabis could help him with his condition, and how this led him to become a leading activist and campaigner in the UK. ❇️ Get in touch at https://www.thecannabisconversation.co.uk Connect with Nikita Cre...

On our third episode I speak to Dr Henry Fisher, PhD from Oxford, and Chief Scientific Officer of Hanway Associates - a leading consultancy and events business in the cannabis space. We discuss some of the active compounds in cannabis and how they work on the body, as well as learning more about the ailments where cannabis is being used as a medicine, and what is being researched. ❇️ Get in touch...

On our second episode I speak to Nick Davis, CEO of Memery Crystal - an international law firm taking a very active approach in the cannabis space. We discuss the legal status of the different types of cannabis, both in the UK and the rest of the world, and get Nick's insights on how the industry is developing. ❇️ Get in touch at https://www.thecannabisconversation.co.uk Connect with Nikita C...

On our first ever episode I speak to George McBride, CEO of Hanway Associates - a leading cannabis industry consultancy in London. We discuss the history of cannabis, the reasons why it was made illegal and deemed dangerous, and how and why things are starting to change now. ❇️ Get in touch at https://www.thecannabisconversation.co.uk Connect with Nikita Cretu on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com...