The Cannabis Review

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Shabnam Sarshar. Dr. Sarshar has a Ph. D. in Pharmaceutical Biology and Phytochemistry from the University of Munster and is a well-renowned Cannabis phytochemical researcher. Dr. Sarshar is passionate about cannabis for women’s health, having founded Laia’s FemBalance, a company that advocates for and encourages women’s health and other rights in Germany and...

In this episode we are joined by, Alexandre Rizk. Alex has an impressive list of qualifications and experiences. After being a leader in hotel brokerage for 15 years, he is known for his creative strategic capabilities in financing, and managing all the intricacies of brokering hotel properties. He is currently the CEO of Pro Hospitality Group which owns Las Vegas' first cannabis-friendly hote...

In this episode, we are joined by Loren DeFalco. Loren is a Partner of CB1 Capital and Head of Research. Loren cured himself of epileptic seizures through a regime of CBD and cannabinoids over a decade ago and continued to research ECS through medical journals and scientific developments. Topics: 1. Opportunities in Medical Cannabis 2. Endocannabinoid Targeted Drugs * Twitter - @TheCannabisRev2 *...

In this episode, we are joined by André Silva. André is currently working at Merck in the Cannabis, F&B, and Clinical Testing fields. Merck is a leading pharmaceutical company that focuses on research and development in various areas, including cannabis and food and beverage. Topics: 1. What are the main compounds tested by labs? 2. How do industry providers support research and quality contro...

In this episode, we are joined by George Vlamis. George has developed relations with dozens of NYS cannabis farms, industry celebs, dispensary owners, national brands, and business titans to create a Cannabis Rolodex like no other. Currently, George and his teams will be launching Adult Use Cannabis Dispensaries in Manhattan, White Plains, Albany, and the Hudson Valley. Topics: 1. Overview of his...

In this episode, we are joined by Jon Purow. Jon is a partner in the Cannabis Law and Intellectual Property practice groups at Greenspoon Marder, specialising in general intellectual property litigation and transactions, as well as cannabis regulatory, intellectual property, and transactional matters. From start-ups to publicly traded multinational companies, Jon works with a broad array of client...

In this episode, we are joined by Hanna Hlushchenko. Hanna is a Business Development Director at Cannexpor Pharma. Cannexpor Pharma is an EU-based group of companies with an indoor pharmaceutical facility in Portugal that intends to supply premium quality cannabis products to their partners and to patients worldwide. Topics: 1. Cultivation In Portugal 2. Ukraine's Potential In Cannabis 3. New...

In this episode, we are joined by Aisha Alves. Aisha represents FlowerHire in launching and accelerating careers for the best talent in the industry. Having worked in strategic roles across the Nonprofit, Luxury Retail, Education, and Tech Industries, (Smithsonian Institution, Nordstrom, NARS Cosmetics, NetHope.org, and NIH) she brings a range of knowledge and high-touch service style that help br...

In this episode, we are joined by Daniel Levinson. Daniel is the founder of Atlas Canna Consulting based in Israel. After gaining experience in the real estate market in New York, Daniel made the move to Jerusalem where he entered into the cannabis industry. With his personal network now containing contacts around the globe, he began helping Israeli and other international cannabis companies expan...

In this episode, we are joined by Col. Philip Blair MD. Col. Philip Blair, MD, is a board-certified Family Physician licensed in Washington State. After retiring from the Army in 1996 he managed workers injuries and provided primary care above the Arctic Circle in Alaska. In 2000 he became Vice President for Disease Management at AWAC, Inc., an medical management company, where he co-developed a...

In this episode, we are joined by Nicholas Milne. Nick is co-founder and chief scientific officer at Danish-based biotech company, Octarine. Nick is a highly experienced metabolic engineer and fermentation scientist with a successful track record developing innovative bio-based manufacturing methods to replace unsustainable synthetic chemical processes with numerous high-impact scientific publicat...

In this episode, we are joined by Dee Russel. Dee has designed over 15+ Cannabis & Hemp Manufacturing Facilities across the globe; as well as Formulated and Designed over 400+ Products for the industry and for many brands all over the world. Dee was the Executive Chef opening the first licensed MMJ Production Kitchen in the state of Nevada located in the fabulous city of Las Vegas. In 2016, De...

In this episode, we are joined by Mike Crawford. Mike is a co-founder and host of THE YOUNG JURKS, a two-time NECANN award-winning show for the “Best cannabis podcast” and “Best news source” categories. He is also a long-time writer/contributor with DigBoston covering politics, cannabis, and culture. Topics: 1. Overview Of Massachusetts 2. Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission The Young Jurks...

In this episode, we are joined by Andy Mannsfeld. Andy is the founder of EucannaJobs, a job board website specifically for the cannabis industry in Europe. The website connects job seekers and employers in the emerging cannabis industry. Topics: 1. Searching For Jobs In European Cannabis 2. Hiring The Right Talent * Twitter - @TheCannabisRev2 * LinkedIn - @thecannabisreview * Episode Library - htt...

In this episode, we are joined by Gianni Del Rosario Makridis. Gianni is a true plant enthusiast, who is currently pursuing his PhD in the genetics of medicinal cannabis at La Trobe University. He has dedicated his life to unlocking the therapeutic benefits of plants, and his work is aimed at discovering new and exciting therapies for patients. Gianni's journey into the world of plants began a...

In this episode, we are joined by Nahúm Felipe Ospina. Felipe is an entrepreneur, cannabis advisor, and public speaker. He is currently the Director of Business Development at Colombian Organics. Colombian Organics is an organic cannabis company with more than 25 years of experience in the cultivation and global export of cutting flowers. They use sustainable, efficient, and 100% traceable large-s...

In this episode, we are joined by Ruth Fisher Ph. D. Ms. Fisher is an economist with a passion for understanding how components of systems work together to create outcomes. She is the principal at Quantaa. Quantaa applies economic modeling and game theory to assess system dynamics. Quantaa helps companies better understand past, present, and future market dynamics and provides them with the inform...

In this episode, we are joined by Professor Dr Markus Veit. Prof. Dr. Markus Veit is the managing director of ALPHATOPICS GmbH. He studied pharmacy in Frankfurt, obtained his doctorate at the Julius-Maximilians-University in Würzburg, and habilitated there. He is a pharmacist with special training and experience in pharmaceutical analysis and validation. He is a member of the German pharmacopeial...

In this episode, we are joined by David Traylor. David is Senior Managing Director at Golden Eagle Partners, a firm he founded in 2012 to advise life science companies. After advising on various transactions in the life science sector, he took an interest in the cannabis sector and started advising cannabis companies in 2013. Topics: 1. M&A Activity 2. Licensing & Co-Development Agreements...

In this episode, we are joined by Adria G. Berry. Adria is the Director of the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority. The Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority (OMMA) is a regulatory agency responsible for overseeing the medical marijuana program in Oklahoma. It is responsible for issuing medical marijuana licenses, regulating dispensaries and growers, and enforcing compliance with state laws and re...

In this episode, we are joined by Giacomo Bulleri. Giacomo is an Italian-based lawyer who is the founder of The Bulleri Law Firm. The Bulleri Law Firm offers legal solutions in the areas of company and commercial law, in the real estate sector, and in the field of industrial hemp referred to in Law no. 242/2016 and therapeutic. Topics: 1. Overview of Italy 2. Hemp In Europe * Twitter - @TheCannabi...

In this episode, we are joined by Bret Worley. Bret is the CEO of MC Nutraceuticals, the largest global supplier of cannabinoids. MC Nutraceuticals is a subsidiary of MC Global Holdings and is focused on bringing brands the highest quality input materials for their customers. Topics: 1. The Future Of The Wholesale Supplier 2. Distribution In The Cannabis Sector * Twitter - @TheCannabisRev2 * Linke...

In this episode, we are joined by Alex Popoff. Alex's focus is on business intelligence and data analytics for the cannabis industry. Topics: 1. Data-Driven Cannabis 2. Overview of Oklahoma * Twitter - @TheCannabisRev2 * LinkedIn - @thecannabisreview * Episode Library - https://www.thecannabisreview.ie

In this episode, we are joined by Alex Rogers. Alex is the founder and executive producer of ICBC Barcelona and Berlin. International Cannabis Business Conference (ICBC) is one of the biggest B2B events in Europe regarding professional networking in cannabis. Attracting visitors from over 70 countries worldwide, the ICBC is expecting over 2,500 visitors for the ICBC Berlin event this year. Topics:...

In this episode, we are joined by Spiros Malandrakis. Spiros has been providing prescient insights into the evolution, branding, and innovation within the global alcoholic drinks industry for the past 2 decades. he was one of the first analysts to highlight the parallels, opportunities, and pitfalls for the nascent cannabis market and its intersection with other FMCG industries and a pioneering vo...