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 clients to establish, protect, license, and enforce their intellectual property. Topic: 1. Cuard Licenses ...
Aug 09, 2023•19 min
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 Markets In The E.U. * Twitter - @TheCannabisRev2 * LinkedIn - @thecannabisreview * Episode Library - htt...
Aug 02, 2023•16 min
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 bring out the best in job seekers and business partners as they build teams together. Topics: 1. How T...
Jul 27, 2023•16 min
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 expand to other emerging cannabis markets, by assisting them with company exposure, partnerships, directi...
Jul 26, 2023•18 min
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 highly successful interventional approach to chronic kidney disease. In 2011 he formed his own compan...
Jul 21, 2023•16 min
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 publications and patents. * Twitter - @TheCannabisRev2 * LinkedIn - @thecannabisreview * Episode Library - h...
Jul 20, 2023•15 min
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, Dee partnered with a Medical Cannabis Research company, worked in research, designed their production ...
Jul 10, 2023•17 min
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 - / @ucukbpv11co9jtwi......
Jul 05, 2023•16 min
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 - https://www.thecannabisreview.ie + EuCannaJobs - https://www.eucannajobs.com...
Jul 04, 2023•17 min
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 after working in the freight forwarding sector for a decade. He realised that he wanted to follow his pas...
Jul 03, 2023•16 min
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-scale cultivation, extraction, and production facilities and are producers of the best-certified gene...
Jun 30, 2023•16 min
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 information and strategies they need to be able to better compete in today’s complex and swiftly changing m...
Jun 20, 2023•20 min
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 expert committee at BfArM. In the past 25 years, he has worked as a managing director in companies p...
Jun 20, 2023•19 min
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 * Twitter - @TheCannabisRev2 * LinkedIn - @thecannabisreview * Episode Library - https://www.thecan...
Jun 16, 2023•16 min
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 regulations. Topics: 1. Implementation Vs Impact 2. Regulatory Framework 3. Patient Care & Educati...
Jun 02, 2023•16 min
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 - @TheCannabisRev2 * LinkedIn - @thecannabisreview * Episode Library - https://www.thecannabisreview.ie...
May 23, 2023•17 min
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 * LinkedIn - @thecannabisreview * Episode Library - https://www.thecannabisreview.ie + https://www.mcnutrac...
May 16, 2023•16 min
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...
May 10, 2023•15 min
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: 1. ICBC Berlin 23 2. Germany's Announcement * Twitter - @TheCannabisRev2 * LinkedIn - @thecannabisr...
May 04, 2023•16 min
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 voice within the no/lo alcohol category. Topics: 1. Cannabis Beverages 2. Brands Will Be The Winners *...
Apr 24, 2023•18 min
In this episode, we are joined by Toby Shillito. Toby has been involved in the medical cannabis industry for over 7 years. Most recently, he has designed and operated licensed cultivation facilities in Spain, Portugal, Holland, Greece, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. Toby holds an MBA from London Business School. He is focused on how to produce pharmaceutical-grade medicinal cannabis in a sustainable manner. Topics: 1. Becoming A Master Grower 2. Genetics * Twitter - @TheCannabisRev2 * Link...
Apr 19, 2023•16 min
In this episode, we are joined by Anna Schwabe Ph.D. Anna is a researcher and educator with expertise in Cannabis genetics and biology and has considerable experience in a variety of scientific fields. She holds a BS, an MS, and a Ph.D. from the University of Northern Colorado and was awarded both the Dean's Citation of Excellence and The Dean's Award for Outstanding Dissertation for her research evaluating genotypic and phenotypic variation in Cannabis. Topics: 1. Cannabis Biology 2. Genetic &a...
Apr 17, 2023•18 min
In this episode, we are joined by Jeff Rawson. Jeff is the founder and president of The Cannabis Science Institute. The aim of founding The Cannabis Science Institute was to bring everyone Honest Data About Weed. They conduct research that can discern lab fraud and tell consumers what they're really getting from their local dispensary. Topics: 1. Cannabis Science - How To Measure Cannabis 2. Medical Cannabis Advancements * Twitter - @TheCannabisRev2 * LinkedIn - @thecannabisreview * Episode Libr...
Apr 14, 2023•18 min
In this episode, we are joined by Shane MacGuill. Shane is a Senior Industry Manager at Euromonitor International with a focus on tobacco and cannabis. Based in London, he has more than 10 years of experience in the industry. Key responsibilities include assessing and interpreting Euromonitor tobacco and cannabis data and industry trends to provide insightful, forward-looking analysis to clients, and liaising with syndicated research teams to produce data of the highest possible accuracy. Shan...
Apr 11, 2023•18 min
In this episode, we are joined by Conor Macleod. Conor is the author of the 'A Case For Cannabis' book, and he is also the founder and the lead creative on CANNAMAN TV. Conor is based in Scotland and he is part of the new wave of cannabis content creators. Topics: 1. CANNAMAN TV 2. Content in the Cannabis Industry * Twitter - @TheCannabisRev2 * LinkedIn - @thecannabisreview * Episode Library - https://www.thecannabisreview.ie + CANNAMAN TV - https://www.youtube.com/@cannamantv3006...
Apr 07, 2023•18 min
In this episode, we are joined by Mike Hennesy. Mike is the Vice President of Innovation at Wana Brands where he oversees their research and development program, new product design, educational training content, and growing partnerships with new cannabis technologies. Topics: 1. Innovative Edibles 2. R&D in Edibles * Twitter - @TheCannabisRev2 * LinkedIn - @thecannabisreview * Episode Library - https://www.thecannabisreview.ie + Wana Brands - https://www.wanabrands.com/...
Apr 05, 2023•15 min
In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Rob O'Brien. Dr. O’Brien is CEO & CSO of Supra Research and Development in Canada and is an innovative solution provider with a strong experience base in Analytical Chemistry, Laboratory and Research team management, Scientific Education and Company Leadership. He is currently the Senior Executive for Scientific Affairs at ISURA, a non-profit organisation dedicated to improving the safety and effectiveness of Natural Health Products through improved anal...
Mar 22, 2023•16 min
In this episode, we are joined by Lukas Hurt. Lukas is aiming to bring as much information as possible about the medical properties and benefits of the cannabis plant to the Czech public and he is actively participating in the legalisation movement on national as well as international levels. He has become involved in organising several medical conferences, and exhibitions as well as the biggest cannabis fair in the world - Prague's Cannafest. Since 2018 he has also become the publisher and edit...
Feb 28, 2023•16 min
In this episode, we are joined by Mike Goral. Mike leads Armanino's Cannabis Tax group. A tax professional since 1989, he has significant experience in federal, state, and local tax from both an accounting and legal perspective. He spent time with multiple Big 4 firms, including serving in KPMG’s Washington National Tax Office, and has worked with cannabis companies both large and small in California, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, and Colorado. Topics: 1. Taxation & Cannabis 2. Unpaid Taxes In...
Feb 17, 2023•13 min
In this episode, we are joined by Tom Zuber. Tom is an American attorney, entrepreneur, and inventor. He is a Co-Founder and Partner of the renowned international firm Zuber Lawler. Tom is a passionate futurist. In addition to his work relating to iconic companies within traditional industries, he is a leading voice within a variety of emerging industries and technologies such as cannabis. Topics: 1. Globalisation Of Cannabis 2. Facilitating Commerce Between Territories * Twitter - @TheCannabisR...
Feb 12, 2023•14 min