This week's discussion focuses on the cannabis infused beverage sector of the industry. This rapidly growing market shows a lot of potential, and our guests share key insights and experiences within the sector. Marcello and Molly also share their outlook on the future of the cannabis infused beverage market.
Jun 25, 2021•24 min•Ep. 54
This week's discussion focuses on the vape sector of the cannabis industry. Our expert guests give us a look into this complex market sector, noting challenges and expectations along the way.
Jun 17, 2021•35 min•Ep. 53
This week's discussion focuses on marketing in the cannabis industry. Our experts touch on a variety of topics related to marketing and cannabis consumers, and provide key insights into the future of the industry.
May 26, 2021•30 min•Ep. 52
This week's discussion focuses on tax, regulation, and federal legalization in the cannabis industry. Our expert guests give key insights into Section 280e, the potential regulation and federal legalization of the cannabis industry.
May 19, 2021•33 min•Ep. 51
This week's discussion focuses on cannabis legalization in 2021. Our guests dive into the complex topic, discussing some of the latest states to go legal, as well as which states might be close behind this year.
May 05, 2021•30 min•Ep. 50
This week's discussion focuses on the U.S. hemp fiber market. Our expert guests dive into the topic, discussing some of the best uses, challenges for producers, and much more.
Apr 28, 2021•42 min•Ep. 49
This week's discussion focuses on the extraction sector of the industry. AC and John give expert insight into the methodology, pros and cons of different types of extraction, challenges extractors may face, and much more. Our guests close by giving their thoughts on the extraction sector's future.
Apr 21, 2021•35 min•Ep. 48
This week's discussion focuses on the legalization of cannabis in New York. Our expert analysts share insights on how the state will fare once sales begin to roll out, as well as the pressure this might put on other states that are on the fence. Kacey and John share their thoughts on the industry as a whole, and what their expectations are for legalization going forward.
Apr 16, 2021•25 min•Ep. 47
This week's discussion focuses on the U.S. hemp market. Our guests shed light on a variety of current pressing topics in the sector, as well as developments and challenges they expect to see going forward.
Apr 07, 2021•33 min•Ep. 46
This week's discussion focuses on lawmakers' recent decision to legalize cannabis in both Mexico and New York. Our experts dive into the investment and growth potential for each market, and share thoughts on how these decisions can impact the legalization movement around the world.
Mar 31, 2021•45 min•Ep. 45
This week's discussion focuses on CBD for pets. Our guests share their expertise and experiences within the growing market. Jason and Brandi discuss which products seem to work best, and how to make safe choices while giving CBD to your pets. Molly shares insight on the CBD market as a whole, and what we should see going forward.
Mar 24, 2021•37 min•Ep. 44
This week's discussion focuses on cannabis-infused products, and the sector's gaining popularity in the United States. Luke and Gary discuss everything from why the sector is gaining popularity, to some of the best marketing practices in the sector. Luke shares vital insights and experiences, being a Co-Founder of one of the most established cannabis-infused beverage companies in the United States.
Mar 17, 2021•24 min•Ep. 43
This week's discussion focuses on water use and sustainability in cannabis cultivation. Our guests give a deep dive into everything from how much water is actually used in cannabis cultivation, to how the cannabis industry can advance sustainability across the supply chain. Derek and John share insights on why measuring water use is an important priority, different water use practices, how water use in the regulated cannabis cultivation market compares to the illicit market, how water use in can...
Mar 10, 2021•34 min•Ep. 42
This week's discussion focuses on women and minorities being underrepresented in Nevada's cannabis industry, and within the industry as a whole. The first official demographic survey of cannabis businesses in Nevada shows that women and minorities account for a disproportionately small percentage of the local cannabis industry. Our guests dive into the ways this underrepresentation can be corrected as the industry becomes more mainstream. Our guests share their thoughts on why legal cannabis cam...
Mar 03, 2021•43 min•Ep. 41
This week's discussion focuses on water use in the cannabis industry. Darren and John give expert insight into how important water efficiency is to cultivators. Our guests discuss the impact efficiency considerations have on prospective and established cultivators, and what the future may look like for cultivators as the industry continues to grow.
Feb 24, 2021•27 min•Ep. 40
This week's discussion focuses on CBD and cannabis products in the athletic community. Marvin and John discuss the shifting tides of acceptance, and what might be the last shoe to drop. Our guests dive into the benefits of CBD products, and how they may have an advantage over traditional painkillers. Marvin and John close by discussing what the future might look like for cannabis in the professional sports world.
Feb 10, 2021•36 min•Ep. 39
This week's discussion focuses on the new legalization plan in New York, and why advocates are wary of some of the details within the plan. Kacey and John share insights on the possibility of federal legalization within the next couple of years with Democrats in charge.
Feb 03, 2021•26 min•Ep. 38
This week's discussion focuses on the current state of the US hemp industry, and what the new USDA hemp production rules could mean for the supply chain. Cynthia shares some of the triumphs and challenges she has experienced during her time in the industry. Our guests discuss what we can expect to see in 2021 and beyond.
Jan 27, 2021•34 min•Ep. 37
This week's discussion focusses on the cannabis industry's impressive performance during the pandemic, and what changes that may bring to the investment landscape in 2021. Our guests also dive into the cannabis market in New York, and what they predict will happen now that NJ is now a legal state.
Jan 20, 2021•22 min•Ep. 36
This week's discussion dives into the noteworthy year the cannabis industry had in 2020, and how it was able to thrive in an unprecedented environment. Our expert guests reveal key trends and data that show just how strong of a year it was for the cannabis industry. Elaine and John discuss which states they are expecting to legalize cannabis in 2021, and which states will be the most exciting to keep an eye on in the new year.
Jan 13, 2021•29 min•Ep. 35
This week's discussion is focussed on reviewing the cannabis industry shifts we've seen in 2020, and what we are likely to see going forward in 2021. Our experienced guests share their insights on a variety of topics and developments including consumer behavior, state and federal legalization, what we should expect to see in 2021, and more.
Dec 18, 2020•43 min•Ep. 34
This week's discussion is focused on the states that have legalized cannabis in the recent election, and how they may fair as they begin cannabis production. Eric gives insight into which newly legal states he is most interested in monitoring. Eric and John also discuss the impact these newly legal states will have on the potential of federal legalization in the United States down the road.
Dec 11, 2020•40 min•Ep. 33
This week's discussion is focused on the COVID-19 pandemic and how cannabis consumer behavior has either altered or remained the same over the past few months. The episode also explores the potential of federal legalization int he near future, as studies show that cannabis legalization is broadly popular and a potential bipartisan issue.
Nov 23, 2020•20 min•Ep. 32
This week's discussion is focused on the U.S. election results. Our discussion focuses on what new adult-use and medical cannabis programs means for the industry as a whole, which states are likely to turn next, and what steps that lawmakers and industry professionals can take to assure a smooth opening to these new programs. The episode also explores the impact of COVID-19 on the industry's growth trajectory and what kind of policy reforms we can expect from the newly elected congress.
Nov 11, 2020•21 min•Ep. 31
This week's discussion is focused on the consumer. Experts in cannabis emulsion technology and cannabis consumer insights discuss the dramatic increase in cannabis consumers and the impending shift from alcohol to cannabis consumption. The episode also explores the difference in young and older cannabis consumers, the positive effects of COVID-19, the opportunities that exist in a fragmented U.S. cannabis environment, and the onset of the golden age of cannabis.
Nov 04, 2020•37 min•Ep. 30
As we continue our discussion surrounding the election, we shift our focus from individual state elections to the national conversation. Our discussion focuses on the current state of the U.S. cannabis industry and where we can expect to see real change in coming year. The episode also explores cannabis lobbying efforts in Washington D.C., the outlook for presidential and congressional support for cannabis, and when public Canadian companies like Canopy Growth will make the jump into the U.S. ma...
Oct 28, 2020•36 min•Ep. 29
As we continue our discussion surrounding the election, the topic of East Coast cannabis is back. Our conversation focuses on the impact of New Jersey's potential adult-use cannabis program and how states like New York can stay competitive. The episode also explores what is driving Florida's growing medical cannabis market and how multi-state operators like Curaleaf are focused on educating a more sophisticated cannabis consumer and giving back to underserved communities.
Oct 21, 2020•33 min•Ep. 28
As we continue our discussion surrounding the election, host Heather Wicklein talks with Melissa Mentele, Campaign Manager at Yes on 26 - South Dakota's medical cannabis ballot measure and CKO of New Frontier Data, John Kagia. They discuss South Dakota's dual ballot initiative and the criminal justice issues facing cannabis consumers in the state. The episode explores the impact prohibition has on medical patients and how dramatically public attitudes have shifted around cannabis in the past few...
Oct 14, 2020•33 min•Ep. 27
As we continue our discussion surrounding the election, host Heather Wicklein talks with Scott Rudder, President, Board of Directors of New Jersey CannaBusiness Association and CKO of New Frontier Data, John Kagia. They discuss the importance and impact of New Jersey's forthcoming adult-use cannabis vote. They explore the impact the passing of this law could have on New Jersey's economy and the surrounding East Coast states. Contact: Cannaweek@newfrontierdata.com
Oct 02, 2020•34 min•Ep. 26
Host Heather Wicklein talks with Steve White, CEO of Harvest, Inc. and CKO of New Frontier Data, John Kagia. They discuss the importance and impact of Arizona's forthcoming adult-use cannabis vote. They explore the impact the passing of this law could have on Arizona's economy and our country as as a whole. Contact: Cannaweek@newfrontierdata.com
Sep 28, 2020•24 min•Ep. 25