Pe144 The Race to Patent Cannabis_Part 4

As Big Ag works to patent, own and control cannabis, what will be the outcome? In this podcast series we discuss “Cannabis farmers scramble to protect heirloom seeds from Big Ag” from Leafly by David Bienenstock.

Link to Dale Hunt article on Cannabis Farmers vs Big Ag.

Link to Contact Page for feedback on series.

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Listen to our podcast episode with the series author discussing cannabis history & the evolution of cannabis media Pe071 - Author & Producer David Bienenstock.

Pe143 The Race to Patent Cannabis_Part 3

As Big Ag works to patent, own and control cannabis, what will be the outcome? In this podcast series we discuss “One man’s crusade to open-source cannabis DNA” from Leafly by David Bienenstock.

Link to watch Kevin McKernan's Jamaican Lion Genome Discussion video.

Link to Join Email List Community for insights we don’t share anywhere else.

Listen to our podcast episode with the series author discussing cannabis history & the evolution of cannabis media Pe071 - Author & Producer David Bienenstock.

Pe140 The Race to Patent Cannabis_Part 2

As Big Ag works to patent, own and control cannabis, what will be the outcome? In this podcast series we discuss “This company filed the first cannabis patent—and nobody knows who they are” from Leafly by David Bienenstock.

Link to watch Mark Lewis’s Cannabis Pharmacology video.

Link to Join Email List Community for insights we don’t share anywhere else.

Listen to our podcast episode with the series author discussing cannabis history & the evolution of cannabis media Pe071 - Author & Producer David Bienenstock.

Pe139 The Race to Patent Cannabis_Part 1

As Big Ag works to patent, own and control cannabis, what will be the outcome? In this podcast series we discuss “Inside the billion-dollar race to patent cannabis” from Leafly by David Bienenstock.

Listen to our podcast episode with the series author discussing cannabis history & the evolution of cannabis media Pe071 - Author & Producer David Bienenstock.

Link to Join Email List Community for insights we don’t share anywhere else.

Pe136 WeedWeek Swapcast part2

Listen in as Wayne interviews Alex & Donnell from WeedWeek about their journey and a behind-the-scenes look at running a media company in the cannabis industry. WeedWeek has been a staple in cannabis education and activism.

Link to Forbes Article - 2019 Top Eight Cannabis Podcasts You Need in Your Life.

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Pe135 WeedWeek Swapcast part1

Listen in as Alex & Donnell from WeedWeek interview Wayne about Periodic Edibles and why he started the Periodic Effects podcast. Get a behind-the-scenes look at decision making strategies for small “craft” companies in the cannabis industry.

Link to Forbes Article - 2019 Top Eight Cannabis Podcasts You Need in Your Life.

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Pe121 Converting Digital Traffic to Foot Traffic

With Cannabis marketing being so restrictive, how do brands get creative and gain exposure? Our guest is Kirk Evans, Co-Founder of Sherpa, a digital marketing agency. We discuss insights for leveraging SEO and Websites to create foot traffic in dispensaries, along with other digital strategies for brands and product companies.

Pe113 Building Culture & Tribes for Business Success

The cannabis industry is evolving faster than ever and consumers have many options to choose from. Unless you want to compete on low price, there are other types of value you must provide as a business. Our guest is Max Simon, CEO & Founder of Green Flower Media, a cannabis education platform for universities, businesses and consumers. We discuss what Max learned working with Deepak Chopra on building a community of raving fans & loyal customers.

JOB OPPORTUNITY: Green Flower is hiring for multiple positions, discussed at end of episode.

Pe104 The Future of International Cannabis & Finance

The cannabis industry is evolving at a faster pace than ever! What does that mean for individual States and Countries outside the US? And how does a business position itself for the best chance to succeed? How do you go about raising money in this environment? Why are so many celebrities getting into cannabis? We discuss those items and more with our guest Javier Hasse, Author & Journalist for Forbes, Entrepreneur, High Times, Benzinga & more.

E079 Predictions on the Future of Cannabis

Will the pharmaceutical industry take over the CBD infused products market? Could CBG could be the next CBD-like cannabinoid consumers look for? Who in Oregon is leading innovation in the “craft hemp” category? All discussed with our guest Shango Los, consultant, speaker and podcast host with many years experience in cannabis, business and the science of it all.

Shango Los YouTube channel and podcast Shaping Fire and Taming THC paper link with Dr. Ethan Russo discussed in episode.

E071 Author & Producer David Bienenstock

This episode focuses on the double edged sword of legalization, hosting a podcast on the history of cannabis and many more cultural topics. David is the author of How to Smoke Pot (Properly) and co-creator of the podcast Great Moments in Weed History. Previously, he served as Head of Content at HIGH TIMES and was a columnist and video producer with VICE Media. David has more experience in cannabis than most and we discuss his perspective after serving the plant for over 15 years.

LINK to recommended book Smoke Signals

E070 Cannabis According to Jim Belushi

Great experience having Jim Belushi on the podcast to talk cannabis. This episode focuses on Jim’s stories from the farm, how it all started, predictions on the legal landscape and the bigger mission behind why Jim started the farm. We also discuss internal “behind the scenes” operations of Belushi’s Farm.

E069 Brave New Weed author Joe Dolce

This episode focuses on stories from cannabis prohibition and how the new legalized market is changing culture with Joe Dolce, author of the book Brave New Weed. Joe’s world was changed when his brother reintroduced him to cannabis. It led him on a path of discovery that resulted in publishing a book. Listen in as we discuss Joe’s experience writing the book and discovery of the evolving cannabis industry.

LINKS to Brave New Weed Book, Brave New Weed Podcast and Medical Cannabis Mentor

E065 CEO of Dope Magazine

Conversation with George Jage, CEO of Dope Magazine. We discuss marketing in the cannabis industry, how Dope accelerated its initial growth, best ways for cannabis brands to advertise through print and digital and future plans for Dope after merging with High Times. A lot of great info in this episode with key takeaways for anyone operating in the cannabis industry!

E052 Global Cannabis Community for Women

Tokeativity is a world-wide cannabis community for women. Based in Portland, Oregon, Tokeativity was created by Lisa Snyder and Samantha Montanaro in 2016 with an intention to nurture a safe space for women to connect, learn and create. We discuss how Lisa and Sam launched the first events, grew their network and trends they see developing in the cannabis industry!

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