Iconic boxer, entrepreneur, and cannabis advocate Mike Tyson has conquered the world of boxing, featured in several shows and movies, and launched a successful podcast, among other endeavors. In 2019, he launched Tyson 2.0, his own cannabis brand. In this episode of Cannabis Tech Talks, he and Tyson 2.0 CEO Chad Bronstein sit down with Cannabis & Tech Today Editor-in-Chief Charles Warner and staff writer Aron Vaughan to discuss the company’s product line, the future of the brand, and Tyson’s...
Apr 20, 2022•19 min
In today’s episode of Cannabis Tech Talks, content creator, actor, and comedian Brooke Burgstahler speaks with Cannabis & Tech Today Managing Editor Patricia Miller for the cover feature of the winter 2021 issue. Burgstahler recently launched Budding Mind, a wellness and lifestyle blog focused on holistic health. Cannabis has been a big part of Burgstahler’s journey, but her true passion is acting. As the host of World of Weed, she gets to flex her journalism and acting skills while providin...
Apr 14, 2022•36 min
Josh Koppel is an entrepreneur at the intersection of content and technology. In this episode of Cannabis Tech Talks, Cannabis & Tech Today Managing Editor Patricia Miller sits down with Koppel to discuss cannabis media. Koppel launched Wowee, a cannabis-focused media company in 2021. Wowee is offering a fresh take on cannabis content with shows like The Flower Hour and Sell High. If QVC covered THC products, Sell High would be the result. Koppel discusses why these innovative takes on canna...
Apr 05, 2022•30 min
Hemp is one of nature’s most versatile plants. It’s food, fuel, fiber, and so much more. In this episode of Cannabis Tech Talks, Nicole “Cole” Mitchell joins Cannabis & Tech Today Managing Editor Patricia Miller to explore the expanding world of hemp textiles. Mitchell is the founder of Urbane Luggage, the first Black-woman-owned hemp luggage and apparel manufacturing brand in the United States. After a semester abroad studying marketing, Mitchell fell in love with travel, hemp, and sustaina...
Mar 29, 2022•26 min
In today’s episode of Cannabis Tech Talks, discover the next big thing in cannabis investments. The Arcview Group CEO Jeffrey Finkle joins Cannabis & Tech Today Editor-in-Chief Charles Warner to discuss the evolution of the cannabis sector, what’s smart in investments, and how the industry will change as more markets come online. The Arcview Group is an event management and financial services firm leveraging thought leadership to facilitate growth in several emerging industries. Arcview advi...
Mar 22, 2022•39 min
Cultivation and automation are becoming more and more synonymous. In this episode of Cannabis Tech Talks, Cannabis & Tech Today Managing Editor Patricia MIller discusses artificial intelligence, vertical cultivation, and all things soil to oil with Agrify’s Rob McEvoy. As vice president of customer success, corporate development, and government affairs, McEvoy has experience in every aspect of the industry. He explores the impact of machine learning on the agricultural industry and examines ...
Mar 15, 2022•26 min
In this episode of Cannabis Tech Talks, PAX Labs COO Steven Jung discusses the intersection between innovation, technology, and customer satisfaction. PAX Labs is a global cannabis brand specializing in award-winning technology. Jung shares how he graduated from West Point and worked in business and technology before finding his footing in the cannabis industry. PAX is pioneering research into cannabis consumption methods and using its findings to create compelling new product lines. Its latest ...
Mar 08, 2022•21 min
How do cannabis chemotypes shape market access? What’s the FDA’s position on CBD as a consumer product ingredient? Listen in as Dr. Duffy MacKay shares what he’s learned as the senior vice president of scientific and regulatory affairs at CV Sciences, a CBD company available in more than 7,300 retail locations. This business-focused discussion is adapted from a session at the Emerge Virtual Cannabis Conference. Are you still reading? Start listening and join the conversation around hemp-derived ...
Mar 01, 2022•27 min
There is so much to know about the world of cannabis. To enter this industry requires more than tenacity and passion, it requires an education in a topic that’s widely misunderstood. In today’s episode of Cannabis Tech Talks, Max Simon joins Cannabis & Tech Today Editor-in-Chief Charles Warner to discuss cannabis education. Simon is the CEO and co-founder of Green Flower, a cannabis education and training platform. The company is now working with 23 universities and community colleges across...
Feb 22, 2022•38 min
Michael Kauffman, director of the CLIO Cannabis Awards, leads this conversation with Berner, Killer Mike, and El-P. The prolific rappers and cannabis entrepreneurs explore how the two industries overlap and share some of their earliest cannabis memories. Co-Managers of Run the Jewels Will Bronson and Amaechi Uzoigwe add their insights in this exclusive CLIO Fireside Chat. Listen in to hear about the group’s origins, passions, and their view on the twisted politics of prohibition.
Feb 08, 2022•26 min
In today’s episode of Cannabis Tech Talks, hear from members of the Last Prisoner Project (LPP) as they explore criminal justice reform. Co-Founder Andrew DeAngelo shares what inspired the launch of LPP. Sarah Gersten, executive director and general counsel for the organization, discusses how legalization is helping advance equity and expungement in the industry. Yet, she notes, there was still a lack of focus on individuals incarcerated for nonviolent cannabis crimes. That’s where LPP found its...
Jan 27, 2022•44 min
What does democracy mean to you? If you’re ready for your elected officials to start voting in favor of the issues you care about, consider signing up for the National Cannabis Party. Today’s episode of Cannabis Tech Talks, adapted from the Emerge Virtual Cannabis Conference, reveals the party’s ambitions and strategies for advancing the nation’s cannabis agenda. Special guest Redman makes an appearance and party leaders discuss what the blockchain can do for political representation.
Jan 18, 2022•37 min
Cannabis is more than a plant. It’s a network of cannabinoids, terpenes, and molecules that are shaping the future of medicine, manufacturing, and more. In this episode of Cannabis Tech Talks, President, CEO, and founder of the Cannabis Science Conference Joshua Crossney shares what he’s learned from years hosting one of the nation’s premiere, science-driven cannabis conferences. After a hiatus in events due to the pandemic, the Cannabis Science Conference is back with more insights, takeaways, ...
Jan 04, 2022•24 min
Gerry Dumani from figgro joins Cannabis & Tech Today managing editor Patricia Miller for this episode of Cannabis Tech Talks. What is Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and how can it help manufacturers in the cannabis industry? Dumani dives into the complexities of ERP tech, from machine learning to AI, and reveals how simple spreadsheets can transform into complex data algorithms designed to streamline operations. Still reading? Start listening.
Dec 21, 2021•23 min
Nadav Eyal, CEO and co-founder of Eybna joins Cannabis & Tech Today Managing Editor Patricia Miller to discuss huge advancements in cannabis research. Eybna has been studying cannabinoids and terpenes for nearly a decade. In that time, the company has made fascinating discoveries about the complexities of the entourage effect, the endocannabinoid system, and their potential to impact global wellness. In this discussion, Eyal shares how he discovered NT-VRL, a terpene formulation with the pot...
Dec 14, 2021•26 min
What if cannabis brands could bypass retailers and sell their goods directly to customers? No more haggling with storefronts for shelf space or cutting margins to appease a demanding business owner. Now, brands can reclaim their power and gather valuable customer data thanks to direct-to-consumer technology platforms. In this episode of Cannabis Tech Talks, Cannabis & Tech Today managing editor Patricia Miller speaks with Roie Edery, CEO and founder of Ginger Commerce. Edery’s platform allow...
Dec 07, 2021•25 min
If you’re growing in this industry, or looking to become a cannabis farmer, you’ll appreciate this conversation with Hawthorne’s Director of Technical Services Mike Anderson. Hawthorne is a one-stop solution provider, offering everything from water purification to lighting design, to HVAC, irrigation, fertigation, and more. Cannabis & Tech Today Editor-in-Chief Charles Warner dives into the depths of cannabis cultivation. Can reducing the complexity of a grow lead to higher yields? Could the...
Nov 25, 2021•19 min
Join Cannabis & Tech Today Editor-in-Chief Charles Warner as he chops it up with Chris Fontes, CEO of Trojan Horse Cannabis. How can you ship THC through the mail and what’s up with the evolving regulations around Delta-8 and Delta-9? Fontes shares his knowledge on isolated cannabinoids and reveals how he works with the USPS to ensure products reach their intended destination. What are the right questions to ask about Delta-8 products? What can hemp regulations teach the cannabis sector? Dis...
Nov 18, 2021•42 min
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 State’s franchise model could open doors for entrepreneurs looking to enter the cannabis industr...
Nov 12, 2021•27 min
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 dispensary — from medical tribulations to real estate hurdles, and the very real struggles of having a...
Nov 04, 2021•31 min
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 cannabis in his wellness regiment. Tune in to find out what’s next in Williams’ transformational journ...
Oct 08, 2021•37 min
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 a brand to the national level. This episode of Cannabis Tech Talks is brought to you by Greenvault |...
Oct 01, 2021•31 min
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 similarities between cannabis and canines. This episode of Cannabis & Tech Talks is brought...
Sep 24, 2021•53 min
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 playing a larger role in developing business relationships? Find the answers to these questions and more f...
Sep 16, 2021•49 min
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, leadership, and informed legislation in this special episode. This week’s episode of Cannabis Tech Talk...
Aug 20, 2021•37 min
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 “alcohol replacement.” How does it work and why hasn’t anyone done it before? What sets it apart fr...
Aug 13, 2021•30 min
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 department of defense to wage war on powdery mildew and common cannabis contaminants. Find out ...
Jul 30, 2021•23 min
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 Virtual Cannabis Conference, Salvador speaks with Cannabis & Tech Today Managing Editor Patricia Mille...
Jul 16, 2021•44 min
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 unique understanding of the complexities of the cannabis market. In this interview plucked from Spri...
Jul 08, 2021•24 min
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 Race. Join Cannabis & Tech Today Managing Editor Patricia Miller to learn how a dance injury change...
Jun 02, 2021•20 min
