Music and entertainment veteran pivots into the cannabis industry With over 20 years of managing ventures in the music industry and working with many top acts, Matthew "Chewy" Smith rocks today's show. As founder of Also Organics he joins Larry Mishkin , Jim Marty and Rob Hunt to talk about what drove him the cannabis industry and to share rare, behind-the-screens stories and first-hand music industry insight. Produced by PodCONX https://podconx.com/guests/larry-mishkin https://podconx.com/guest...
Mar 29, 2021•48 min•Ep. 96
Get ready for the 50th Annual Hash Bash in Ann Arbor Michigan In response to the decision by Michigan Supreme Court declaring unconstitutional the law used to convict cultural activist John Sinclair for possession of two joints the first Hash Bash was held on April 1st, 1972 on the University of Michigan Diag. Mark Passerini , Nick Zettell , Anqunette “Q” Sarfoh , Jamie Lowell and Jim Salame join Larry Mishkin and Jim Marty to talk about this years event on April 3rd at "high" noon. Produced by ...
Mar 22, 2021•49 min•Ep. 95
Remembering Ron "Pigpen" McKernan Tribute to one of the founding members and the original front-man for the Grateful Dead Ron "Pigpen" McKernan who passed away March 8, 1973. Claudio Miranda co-founder of Guild Extracts joins Larry Mishkin , Jim Marty and Rob Hunt to talk about finding his way back to cannabis and to share his thoughts about "Pigpen's" impact on the band. Produced by PodCONX https://podconx.com/guests/larry-mishkin https://podconx.com/guests/jim-marty https://podconx.com/guests/...
Mar 15, 2021•42 min•Ep. 94
Former Apple Genius is helping to normalize cannabis To celebrate spring on we discuss The Grateful Dead's tradition of opening their year with new music and legendary guests with a Mari Gras run. Will Read from CannaPlanners joins Larry Mishkin , Jim Marty and Rob Hunt to talk about helping cannabis companies professionalize their brands and to share stories about The Dead and Phish including their legendary Coventry festival. Produced by PodCONX https://podconx.com/guests/larry-mishkin https:/...
Mar 08, 2021•48 min•Ep. 93
Playing with Grateful Dead keyboardists Vince Welnick Greg Koerner , current bassist for Unlimited Devotion is a veteran of countless New York bands and a "phil-in" for the Dark Star Orchestra. He joins Larry Mishkin , Jim Marty and Rob Hunt to talk about his career playing with rock legends including Vince Welnick & Tom Constanten, Charles Neville, Garth Hudson, Buddy Cage, Kenny Brooks. Produced by PodCONX https://podconx.com/guests/larry-mishkin https://podconx.com/guests/jim-marty https:...
Mar 01, 2021•48 min•Ep. 92
Chicago-based cannabis company goes public Feb 18th 1971 was the first night of the Grateful Dead's famous six-night stand at the historic Capital Theater in Port Chester, NY. Jeremy Bergstein joins Larry Mishkin , Jim Marty and Rob Hunt to talk about growing up seeing shows at The Cap and reflecting on the impact that these shows had on the band for the next 50 years. Produced by PodCONX https://podconx.com/guests/larry-mishkin https://podconx.com/guests/jim-marty https://podconx.com/guests/rob...
Feb 22, 2021•38 min•Ep. 91
"Eyes Of The World" environmental message The Grateful Dead's song lyrics reflect their passionate concern for the environment. Marc Ross from Needle Consultants joins Larry Mishkin , Jim Marty and Rob Hun t to talk about his favorite environmentally conscious Dead Songs. He also discussed how he's applying his 25 years of experience as a corporate social responsibility professional and environmental attorney to the cannabis industry. Produced by PodCONX https://podconx.com/guests/larry-mishkin ...
Feb 15, 2021•39 min•Ep. 90
Grateful Dead Collection infused edibles Dead fans often cite early 1979 as one of the band's many distinct transitional periods. Larry Mishkin , Jim Marty and Rob Hunt discuss some of the many iconic musical highlights of this era including the Feb 3rd concert in Indianapolis. Produced by PodCONX https://podconx.com/guests/larry-mishkin https://podconx.com/guests/jim-marty https://podconx.com/guests/rob-hunt https://deadheadcyclist.com/ Sqwerv 2/3/21 YouTube Link . Produced by PodConx Deadhead ...
Feb 08, 2021•39 min•Ep. 89
Making sense of the recent cannabis investment euphoria 2021 has begun with the announcement of many multimillion dollar, blockbuster cannabis investment deals. Larry Mishkin , Rob Hunt and Jim Marty discuss how this investment enthusiasm may impact the industry. They also do a deep dive into the many venues that enjoyed epic Dead performances including the Fillmore, the Avalon Ballroom and the Carousel Ballroom/Fillmore West. Produced by PodCONX https://podconx.com/guests/larry-mishkin https://...
Feb 01, 2021•33 min•Ep. 88
The ‘black ops of the industry’ As hemp manufacturing technology becomes more sophisticated the need for experienced oversight has never been greater. Brian Field and Kellan Finney from Eighth Revolution join Larry Mishkin and Rob Hunt to explain how they help their clients stay at on top of the latest advancements. They also discuss the inauguration and speculate about what federal cannabis legislation will pass first and when. Produced by PodCONX https://podconx.com/guests/larry-mishkin https:...
Jan 25, 2021•52 min•Ep. 87
Finally, an easy and efficient way to dispense oil Mike McDonald from Ammonite Inc joins Larry Mishkin and Jim Marty to talk about how Jetty Extracts invented Dablicator™ oil applicator in 2014. He explains how it was designed to replace a messy syringe and is ideal for all hemp products — including RSO — distillate, live resin, CO2 oil, and broad spectrum CBD. Produced by PodCONX https://podconx.com/guests/larry-mishkin https://podconx.com/guests/jim-marty https://podconx.com/guests/rob-hunt ht...
Jan 18, 2021•41 min•Ep. 86
How to Launch a Great Cannabis Cultivation Business in Record Time The "Three G's" necessary for a cannabis cultivation facility to be successful are Genetics, Growers and Greenhouse. Ryan Douglas from Ryan Douglas Cultivation joins Jim Marty and Larry Mishkin to share some of the lessons he's learned in his 20 plus years as a master grower for some of the largest cannabis companies in the world including Canopy Growth Corp. Produced by PodCONX https://podconx.com/guests/larry-mishkin https://po...
Jan 11, 2021•43 min•Ep. 85
The cannabis industry roars into the new year Most businesses were happy to just survive 2020, the cannabis industry did more than survive, it thrived. Jim Marty and Larry Mishkin share their thoughts about the industry's unrestrained progress and how we can sustain this unprecedented growth trajectory. Produced by PodCONX https://podconx.com/guests/larry-mishkin https://podconx.com/guests/jim-marty https://podconx.com/guests/rob-hunt https://deadheadcyclist.com/ . Produced by PodConx Deadhead C...
Jan 04, 2021•37 min•Ep. 84
State by state break-down of this year's new cultivation licenses Jim Marty talks about his Christmas present, the 50th Anniversary of American Beauty and how the ten songs on the album have withstood the test of time. Larry Mishkin shares the often misunderstood backstory of the song "He's Gone" Produced by PodCONX https://podconx.com/guests/larry-mishkin https://podconx.com/guests/jim-marty https://podconx.com/guests/rob-hunt https://deadheadcyclist.com/ . Produced by PodConx Deadhead Cannabis...
Dec 28, 2020•39 min•Ep. 83
Multi-billion dollar industry is becoming a reality As 2020 comes to and end there have been many end-of-the-year cannabis business sales, mergers and IPO worth several billion dollars. Jim Marty and Larry Mishkin discuss the phenomenal growth of the cannabis industries economic value. They also list the many Beatles songs that the Dead covered and the influence that the "Fab-Four" had on the band. Produced by PodCONX https://podconx.com/guests/larry-mishkin https://podconx.com/guests/jim-marty ...
Dec 21, 2020•40 min•Ep. 82
House Of Representatives passes important cannabis legislation Exciting cannabis news from Washington with Congress passing the MORE act. Jim Marty and Larry Mishkin discuss the details of this landmark cannabis legislation and the steps necessary for this Bill to become a law. They also reflect on Howard Wales career and his influence and collaborations with Jerry Garcia. Produced by PodCONX https://podconx.com/guests/larry-mishkin https://podconx.com/guests/jim-marty https://podconx.com/guests...
Dec 14, 2020•29 min•Ep. 81
Southern Oregon's Funqdaqit is in the house. Top shelve cannabis cultivators only use organic soil to grow their premium products. Lee Spivey from Good Earth Organics joins Jim Marty and Larry Mishkin to explain the benefits of organic soil which is driving the national expansion. Lee also shares stories about playing the keyboards for the Funqdaqit a band that combins the essence of the Low O with Funk, Pop Rock, and Hip Hop. Produced by PodCONX https://podconx.com/guests/larry-mishkin https://...
Dec 07, 2020•36 min•Ep. 80
Submit and application, get rejected, litigate, repeat. As new cannabis states develop their licensing procedures they should study other states to help avoid litigation setbacks. Rob Hunt , filling in for Jim Marty and Larry Mishkin discuss how the design of many states licensing processes leads to litigation. Produced by PodCONX https://podconx.com/guests/larry-mishkin https://podconx.com/guests/jim-marty https://podconx.com/guests/rob-hunt https://deadheadcyclist.com/ Photos Courtesy of Jay B...
Nov 30, 2020•44 min•Ep. 79
Sharing stories of those who have healed from PTSD and complex grief. Anyone who has been through or witnessed a traumatic experience can have PTSD or complex grief. Greg C Washington the host of Guards Down Podcast talks to Jim Marty and Larry Mishkin about how his podcast discusses treatment options, theories, tools, and techniques to help people overcome negative and suicidal thoughts. Produced by PodCONX https://podconx.com/guests/larry-mishkin https://podconx.com/guests/jim-marty https://po...
Nov 23, 2020•35 min•Ep. 78
How the Dead Introduced other band's music to their fans Cannabis and Grateful Dead aficionado, Rob Hunt is back catching up with Jim Marty and Larry Mishkin about recent events like the election and the launch of the Jerry Garcia brand. Rob also explains the problems with the DEA's recent interim rule on hemp. Produced by PodCONX https://podconx.com/guests/larry-mishkin https://podconx.com/guests/jim-marty https://podconx.com/guests/rob-hunt https://deadheadcyclist.com/ Photos Courtesy of Jay B...
Nov 16, 2020•45 min•Ep. 77
Cannabis wins the election in a landslide Tuesday's 2020 US elections sent a clear message that the country supports cannabis legalization. Jim Marty and Larry Mishkin review each of the decisive cannabis victories and how they will propel the industry into 2021. Produced by PodCONX https://podconx.com/guests/larry-mishkin https://podconx.com/guests/jim-marty https://podconx.com/guests/rob-hunt https://deadheadcyclist.com/ Photos Courtesy of Jay Blakesberg Photography . Produced by PodConx Deadh...
Nov 09, 2020•29 min•Ep. 76
Preview David Byrne American Utopia With the election intensity escalating it is easy to overlook the enormous opportunities for the cannabis industry. On this special pre-election episode, Jim Marty and Larry Mishkin discuss all of the cannabis votes. They also discuss David Byrne's (Talking Heads) new movie American Utopia. Produced by PodCONX https://podconx.com/guests/larry-mishkin https://podconx.com/guests/jim-marty https://podconx.com/guests/rob-hunt https://deadheadcyclist.com/ Photos Co...
Nov 02, 2020•29 min•Ep. 75
Missouri's medical cannabis rollup update. The pandemic may have paused live music can't stopped it; on October 9th Trey Anastasio started an eight week virtual run at the historic Beacon Theater. Jim Marty and Larry Mishkin uncover a lyrical mystery when they explain the extra Friends of The Devil verse. Produced by PodCONX https://podconx.com/guests/larry-mishkin https://podconx.com/guests/jim-marty https://podconx.com/guests/rob-hunt https://deadheadcyclist.com/ Photos Courtesy of Jay Blakesb...
Oct 26, 2020•36 min•Ep. 74
What does a rock-n-roll photographer do during Covid? The Grateful Dead's photographer and friend of the show, Jay Blakesberg is back. Jay joins Jim Marty and Larry Mishkin to talk about his latest, yet-to-be named book about psychedelics. As usual he shares some great stories about working with different rock-n-roll legends. Produced by PodCONX https://podconx.com/guests/larry-mishkin https://podconx.com/guests/jim-marty https://podconx.com/guests/rob-hunt https://deadheadcyclist.com/ Photos Co...
Oct 19, 2020•39 min•Ep. 73
The rise of celebrity branded cannabis products Another rock-n-roll icon, Eddie Halen, the driving force behind the legendary hard-rock back Van Halen has passed away. Jim Marty and Larry Mishkin mourn the loss and share stories about his extraordinary career. They also discuss the news of a another celebrity, Carlos Santana's cannabis brand and speculate why so many celebrities have cannabis named after them. Produced by PodCONX https://podconx.com/guests/larry-mishkin https://podconx.com/guest...
Oct 12, 2020•31 min•Ep. 72
50 years ago top 40 listeners started enjoying the Dead for the first time. The candidates did not mention cannabis during the first debate which could be a good thing. Jim Marty and Larry Mishkin speculate on why the lack of political attention may be good for the cannabis industry. They also discuss the significance of the American Beauty album on it's 50th Anniversary. Produced by PodCONX https://podconx.com/guests/larry-mishkin https://podconx.com/guests/jim-marty https://podconx.com/guests/...
Oct 05, 2020•34 min•Ep. 71
"The bottle was dusty but the liquor was clean" The serenity of a desert bike ride was the inspiration for The Deadhead Cyclist . Stew Sallo joins Jim Marty and Larry Mishkin to share his blog's recipe for staying young. As the soundtrack of his life; each week Stew uses a different line from a Grateful Dead song to help his readers maintain a positive attitude. Produced by PodCONX https://podconx.com/guests/stew-sallo https://podconx.com/guests/larry-mishkin https://podconx.com/guests/jim-marty...
Sep 28, 2020•43 min•Ep. 70
Highlights of 259 Grateful Dead concerts. Larry's University of Michigan buddy and co-inventor of Song Tracker, Alex Wellins is today's guest. He talks to Jim Marty and Larry Mishkin about how the pre-internet computer concert tracking program helped Grateful Dead fans keep track of the concerts they attended. They talk about their favorite concert memories including many magical moments. Produced by PodCONX https://podconx.com/guests/alex-wellins https://podconx.com/guests/larry-mishkin https:/...
Sep 21, 2020•30 min•Ep. 69
Illinois finally announces the license winners, but... After months of delays the State of Illinois awarded some cannabis licenses however, in many markets the final decision will be determined by a tie-breaker. Jim Marty and Larry Mishkin discuss the challenges that the applicants must now endure and the lawsuits prompted by this decision. They also discuss Jerry's most well known guitars. Produced by PodCONX https://podconx.com/guests/larry-mishkin https://podconx.com/guests/jim-marty https://...
Sep 14, 2020•27 min•Ep. 68
Hemp and CBD continues to be scrutinized by the DEA. The Drug Enforcement Agency recent proposed rules for hemp and CBD are cause for great concern. Jim Marty and Larry Mishkin discuss the proposal and the many possible negative intended and unintended consequence. They also talk about the musicians listed as Jerry Garcia's favorite guitarists. Hemp and CBD continues to be scrutinized by the DEA. The Drug Enforcement Agency recent proposed rules for hemp and CBD are cause for great concern. Larr...
Sep 07, 2020•28 min•Ep. 67
