Cannabis Advocate Podcast
This podcast advocates for businesses in the cannabis industry. Despite hurdles in legislation, regulation, and culture, there are tremendous opportunities for growers, producers and sellers of cannabis products. This podcast helps to bind the ties of businesses looking to buy, sell, partner and support like minded organizations in the industry. We advocate for the cannabis Industry -
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Missouri Microbusiness Community #160
04/04/2025
Missouri Microbusiness Community #160
Missouri Microbusiness Community #160 Guests are Samantha Bloom and Tony Lafitra, founders of Budwizard and a new cannabis community. As leaders in the Missouri Microbusiness community, they mentor disadvantaged cannabis growers. They also support the state’s efforts to prioritize small-scale marijuana facility licenses for disabled veterans, individuals with lower incomes, and those with non-violent marijuana offenses. At the same time, they promote regulations that help protect microbusiness owners from harmful practices. Tony and Samantha want to see the microbusiness sector thrive, just as they want the entire industry succeed. Cannabis Advocate Podcast The Cannabis Advocate podcast advocates for businesses in the cannabis industry and explores the unique challenges they face. Despite hurdles in legislation, regulation, and culture, there are tremendous opportunities for growers, manufacturers, and retail sellers of cannabis products. Many of these issues are unique to the cannabis industry. This podcast speaks to these common concerns and shares stories of success. This is a production of https://habaneromedia.net To subscribe to the podcast go to If you have a question or comment,
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Vessel Brand Innovation for Canna Consumption #159
02/10/2025
Vessel Brand Innovation for Canna Consumption #159
Vessel Brand Innovation for Canna Consumption #159 I know some people are skeptical, but I believe in love at first sight. I had this very experience at MJUnpacked when I visited the Vessel Brand booth. It was there I spied a finely crafted pipe, made of anodized aluminum with a finely machined brass bowl. When I picked it up, felt the heft in my hand, and discern the details of the machining, I knew I had to have it. And just like that, Vessels made a sale. The next day I met Nick Gadsby from sales and he agreed to dive deep into sharing details about the pipe I purchased and other innovations Vessel Brand is inventing for cannabis consumption. I'm excited about my purchase use it regularly, and share it with all I meet. According to Vessel, they strive for perfection and ways to engineer the "perfect" product. With the momentum built since its launch in 2018, they've been working to bring forth new innovations, and new designs to set new industry standards which is their ultimate goal. Cannabis Advocate Podcast The Cannabis Advocate podcast advocates for businesses in the cannabis industry and explores the unique challenges they face. Despite hurdles in legislation, regulation, and culture, there are tremendous opportunities for growers, manufacturers, and retail sellers of cannabis products. Many of these issues are unique to the cannabis industry. This podcast speaks to these common concerns and shares stories of success. This is a production of https://habaneromedia.net To subscribe to the podcast go to If you have a question or comment,
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Innovations in Pre-Roll Technology #158
12/10/2024
Innovations in Pre-Roll Technology #158
Innovations in Pre-Roll Technology #158 At MJUnpacked last month. I met Mae, the tradeshow manager for DaySavers who introduced me to some innovative technologies when it came to the production of cannabis smoke products. One product was so innovative, I bought one. In this conversation, Mae walks us through all the products. Companies like Daysavers symbolize innovation, ingenuity, and the power of creating something better, even in a competitive or crowded field like cannabis. Cannabis Advocate Podcast The Cannabis Advocate podcast advocates for businesses in the cannabis industry and explores the unique challenges they face. Despite hurdles in legislation, regulation, and culture, there are tremendous opportunities for growers, manufacturers, and retail sellers of cannabis products. Many of these issues are unique to the cannabis industry. This podcast speaks to these common concerns and shares stories of success. This is a production of https://habaneromedia.net To subscribe to the podcast go to If you have a question or comment,
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Help Finding Cannabis Consumers Jobs with Phynally #157
12/09/2024
Help Finding Cannabis Consumers Jobs with Phynally #157
Help Finding Cannabis Consumers Jobs with Phynally #157 This month I attended the Benzinga Capital conference and was able to meet a number of entrepreneurs and leaders in the cannabis industry. At the trade show, I had the good fortune to chat with Damian Jorden, founder of Phynally, a job recruiting site for employers who are cannabis friendly. Cannabis Advocate Podcast The Cannabis Advocate podcast advocates for businesses in the cannabis industry and explores the unique challenges they face. Despite hurdles in legislation, regulation, and culture, there are tremendous opportunities for growers, manufacturers, and retail sellers of cannabis products. Many of these issues are unique to the cannabis industry. This podcast speaks to these common concerns and shares stories of success. This is a production of https://habaneromedia.net To subscribe to the podcast go to If you have a question or comment,
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Emerging Trends in New York Dispensary #156
11/11/2024
Emerging Trends in New York Dispensary #156
Emerging Trends in New York Dispensary #156 Some say that New York is the wild west of cannabis with non-regulated rogue dispensaries popping up like weeds. But what about the legal shops? Having been awarded the 100th Conditional Adult-Use Retail Dispensary (CAURD) license last April by New York State’s Office of Cannabis Management (OCM), TRENDS, a family-owned dispensary, has quickly become a cornerstone of the Queens community. In today's episode, we meet Rodney Carter Jr., owner of ‘Hurricane Fitness’, and Brandon Carter, a business strategist and web developer. We babbled about opening the Trends Dispensary flagship location in Long Island Queens, new products, staffing, and raising capital. Cannabis Advocate Podcast The Cannabis Advocate podcast advocates for businesses in the cannabis industry and explores the unique challenges they face. Despite hurdles in legislation, regulation, and culture, there are tremendous opportunities for growers, manufacturers, and retail sellers of cannabis products. Many of these issues are unique to the cannabis industry. This podcast speaks to these common concerns and shares stories of success. This is a production of https://habaneromedia.net To subscribe to the podcast go to If you have a question or comment,
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Blue Sage Cannabis Deli at MJUnpacked #155
11/06/2024
Blue Sage Cannabis Deli at MJUnpacked #155
Blue Sage Cannabis Deli at MJUnpacked #155 Cannabis Advocate Podcast The Cannabis Advocate podcast advocates for businesses in the cannabis industry and explores the unique challenges they face. Despite hurdles in legislation, regulation, and culture, there are tremendous opportunities for growers, manufacturers, and retail sellers of cannabis products. Many of these issues are unique to the cannabis industry. This podcast speaks to these common concerns and shares stories of success. This is a production of https://habaneromedia.net To subscribe to the podcast go to If you have a question or comment,
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Blazy Susan at the Benzinga Capital Conference #154
11/01/2024
Blazy Susan at the Benzinga Capital Conference #154
Blazy Susan at the Benzinga Capital Conference #154 Blazy Susan is the manufacturer and distributor of world-famous, extra functional Rolling Trays and Smoking Accessories. They’re best known for their Blazy Susan Spinning Rolling Tray (a fully functional spinning rolling tray designed to organize your smoke space and take back your coffee table) as well as their one of a kind Pink Rolling Papers. Cannabis Advocate Podcast The Cannabis Advocate podcast advocates for businesses in the cannabis industry and explores the unique challenges they face. Despite hurdles in legislation, regulation, and culture, there are tremendous opportunities for growers, manufacturers, and retail sellers of cannabis products. Many of these issues are unique to the cannabis industry. This podcast speaks to these common concerns and shares stories of success. This is a production of https://habaneromedia.net To subscribe to the podcast go to If you have a question or comment,
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Thoughts On Regrets and Next Steps #153
09/16/2024
Thoughts On Regrets and Next Steps #153
Thoughts On Regrets and Next Steps #153 The Cannabis Advocate podcast advocates for businesses in the cannabis industry and explores the unique challenges they face. Despite hurdles in legislation, regulation, and culture, there are tremendous opportunities for growers, manufacturers, and retail sellers of cannabis products. Many of these issues are unique to the cannabis industry. This podcast speaks to these common concerns and shares stories of success. This is a production of https://habaneromedia.net To subscribe to the podcast go to If you have a question or comment,
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Northern Illinois Hemp Hub Day 2
08/14/2024
Northern Illinois Hemp Hub Day 2
Northern Illinois Hemp Hub Day 2 Cannabis Advocate Podcast The Cannabis Advocate podcast advocates for businesses in the cannabis industry and explores the unique challenges they face. Despite hurdles in legislation, regulation, and culture, there are tremendous opportunities for growers, manufacturers, and retail sellers of cannabis products. Many of these issues are unique to the cannabis industry. This podcast speaks to these common concerns and shares stories of success. This is a production of https://habaneromedia.net To subscribe to the podcast go to If you have a question or comment,
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Northern Illinois Hemp Hub Workshop Day 1
07/31/2024
Northern Illinois Hemp Hub Workshop Day 1
Northern Illinois Hemp Hub Workshop Day 1 I had the good fortune to explore the world of sustainable construction with a two-day hemp building workshop. The event was hosted by Kifcure and the Northern Illinois Hemp Hub in Maple Park Illinois from June 20th through 21st. Cannabis Advocate Podcast The Cannabis Advocate podcast advocates for businesses in the cannabis industry and explores the unique challenges they face. Despite hurdles in legislation, regulation, and culture, there are tremendous opportunities for growers, manufacturers, and retail sellers of cannabis products. Many of these issues are unique to the cannabis industry. This podcast speaks to these common concerns and shares stories of success. This is a production of https://habaneromedia.net To subscribe to the podcast go to If you have a question or comment,
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Tim Helmers Eulogy
07/22/2024
Tim Helmers Eulogy
Due to death of my son Tim Helmers, I'm pausing the podcast.
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Cannabis DNA Testing with Josh Wahba #149
06/06/2024
Cannabis DNA Testing with Josh Wahba #149
Cannabis DNA Testing with Josh Wahba #149 Since the mapping of the human genome, significant advancements in DNA analysis have been made. One area of expanding research now includes the exploration of cannabis usage, aiming to identify optimal dosing, strains, cannabinoids, and terpenes tailored to individual needs. Today, we are joined by Josh Wahba from Dynamic DNA Labs, a leading provider of Cannabis DNA testing and genetic analysis services. In this podcast episode, we delve into the exciting opportunities that testing brings to cannabis users. To illustrate, we discuss a personalized report generated for my wife, Denise, based on her DNA test results. This cutting-edge research is poised to revolutionize the way we approach cannabis consumption and will undoubtedly shape the future of personalized medicine. Cannabis Advocate Podcast The Cannabis Advocate podcast advocates for businesses in the cannabis industry and explores the unique challenges they face. Despite hurdles in legislation, regulation, and culture, there are tremendous opportunities for growers, manufacturers, and retail sellers of cannabis products. Many of these issues are unique to the cannabis industry. This podcast speaks to these common concerns and shares stories of success. This is a production of https://habaneromedia.net To subscribe to the podcast go to If you have a question or comment,
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Step 1 For Cannabis Startups, Listen with Claudia Post #148
05/23/2024
Step 1 For Cannabis Startups, Listen with Claudia Post #148
Step 1 For Cannabis Startups, Listen with Claudia Post #148 It's no trivial thing to start a business. In the cannabis industry, it's all the more harder. This is why I invited today's guest Claudia Post. Claudia is an entrepreneur, pioneer groundbreaker, speaker, generous introducer, and power connector. Having joined the cannabis industry 13 years ago, Claudia founded MOST Consulting Group, a one-stop shop for cannabis businesses; providing marketing, advertising, design, and strategy for all verticals in the cannabis industry. Today we babble about raising capital, staffing, regulation, marketing, and other aspects that are especially difficult in the cannabis business. Cannabis Startup OG Twenty years ago, Claudia founded Diamond Transportation Group, a same-day, time-critical delivery service, starting with just four people at her dining room table. Since then, she has expanded the company to twelve locations along the East Coast, offering comprehensive services including trucking, pick-pack-ship, chain of custody, logistics, and supply chain management. From these OG beginnings, Claudia grew Diamond Transportation Group into a multi-million dollar enterprise with a strong local, regional, and national presence. Recognized as a subject matter expert in transportation and logistics, she recently launched Scarlet Express. This state-approved delivery service specializes in discreet, secure, and expert cannabis supply chain management in all states where it is legal. Cannabis Advocate Podcast The Cannabis Advocate podcast advocates for businesses in the cannabis industry and explores the unique challenges they face. Despite hurdles in legislation, regulation, and culture, there are tremendous opportunities for growers, manufacturers, and retail sellers of cannabis products. Many of these issues are unique to the cannabis industry. This podcast speaks to these common concerns and shares stories of success. This is a production of https://habaneromedia.net To subscribe to the podcast go to If you have a question or comment,
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Decorative Ruderalis Plants with Angie Moreland #147
05/16/2024
Decorative Ruderalis Plants with Angie Moreland #147
Decorative Ruderalis Plants with Angie Moreland #147 I think Cannabis plants are beautiful. But I've never considered using them for decorating. Our guest today sees them not only as a way to brighten your home but a way to brighten your life. Angie Moreland is the founder and CEO of Growing with Intention where they grow decorative ruderalis and shape it into a bonsai style. Her customers adorn the plants with crystals, beads, charms, and mindfulness. Angie hosts workshop/potting parties and creates a variety of other artisanal, organic, and sustainable products. Angie joins us in the Sales Babble studio to discuss her journey as a grower, leader, advocate, educator, and entrepreneur in the cannabis field. Bonsai is an art form and a gardening technique over 1000 years old, despite being associated with Japanese culture, Bonsai growing is actually an old Chinese practice that Japanese Buddhists eventually refined and developed even further. It was once reserved for only the most elite in society, but these days the knowledge of how to practice bonsai has spread worldwide. Website Cannabis Advocate Podcast The Cannabis Advocate podcast advocates for businesses in the cannabis industry and explores the unique challenges they face. Despite hurdles in legislation, regulation, and culture, there are tremendous opportunities for growers, manufacturers, and retail sellers of cannabis products. Many of these issues are unique to the cannabis industry. This podcast speaks to these common concerns and shares stories of success. This is a production of https://habaneromedia.net To subscribe to the podcast go to If you have a question or comment,
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Hemp Beverage Alliance with Chris Lackner #146
05/09/2024
Hemp Beverage Alliance with Chris Lackner #146
Hemp Beverage Alliance with Chris Lackner #146 Have you ever tried a hemp drink? It's a unique alternative to pop and alcohol and I believe, it's the next big thing. Our guest today is Chris Lackner, president and CEO of the Hemp Beverage Alliance, whose goal is to make the industry safe and successful. In today's episode, we learn how the alliance educates people, advocates for good practices, and forms hemp drink partnerships by giving consumers, retailers, and distributors helpful information about the industry. Chris and I babble a bit about labeling, legislation, and the parallels with the craft brewing industry, there are many and it serves as a guide. Lastly, Chris provides details on the upcoming drinks festival to be held next month in Minneapolis, that way you can check it out. Hemp drinks are going to be huge, and so with no further adieu, let's babble. Cannabis Advocate Podcast The Cannabis Advocate podcast advocates for businesses in the cannabis industry and explores the unique challenges they face. Despite hurdles in legislation, regulation, and culture, there are tremendous opportunities for growers, manufacturers, and retail sellers of cannabis products. Many of these issues are unique to the cannabis industry. This podcast speaks to these common concerns and shares stories of success. This is a production of https://habaneromedia.net To subscribe to the podcast go to If you have a question or comment,
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Emerging Market of Hempcrete with Cody Ley #145
05/02/2024
Emerging Market of Hempcrete with Cody Ley #145
Emerging Market of Hempcrete with Cody Ley #145 Our guest today is Cody Ley, a farmer from Michigan and the founder of Hemp 4 Humanity. With a background in Chemistry and experience in the cannabis/hemp industry, Cody started H4H with the goal of creating eco-friendly housing solutions that work with nature. Today, we'll discuss industrial hemp, hempcrete, products made from hemp, the challenges of finding markets and suppliers for raw hemp, and the opportunities for this sustainable product. Cannabis Advocate Podcast The Cannabis Advocate podcast advocates for businesses in the cannabis industry and explores the unique challenges they face. Despite hurdles in legislation, regulation, and culture, there are tremendous opportunities for growers, manufacturers, and retail sellers of cannabis products. Many of these issues are unique to the cannabis industry. This podcast speaks to these common concerns and shares stories of success. This is a production of https://habaneromedia.net To subscribe to the podcast go to If you have a question or comment,
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Cannabis Marketing Challenges with Sam Fisher #144
04/25/2024
Cannabis Marketing Challenges with Sam Fisher #144
Cannabis Marketing Challenges with Sam Fisher #144 So, today we're diving into the nitty-gritty of cannabis marketing. The industry's got its challenges. It's like walking through a maze while juggling. It's still federally illegal, and guess what? Tech giants like Instagram, Facebook, and Google are playing hard to get. It's like they're the cool kids at the party, and we're all just trying to get an invite. Our guest, Sam Fisher, is the co-founder of Green Dispensary Marketing, a marketing agency that's all about cannabis dispensaries. Sam's on a mission to help cannabis dispensaries conquer the digital marketing world with strategies that actually work. No smoke and mirrors here, just good old-fashioned results. Sam's got some advice for all you listeners out there trying to build your brand. Cannabis Advocate Podcast The Cannabis Advocate podcast advocates for businesses in the cannabis industry and explores the unique challenges they face. Despite hurdles in legislation, regulation, and culture, there are tremendous opportunities for growers, manufacturers, and retail sellers of cannabis products. Many of these issues are unique to the cannabis industry. This podcast speaks to these common concerns and shares stories of success. This is a production of https://habaneromedia.net To subscribe to the podcast go to If you have a question or comment,
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Grand Opening of Your Budz CBD Bakery with Nathanial Stende
04/18/2024
Grand Opening of Your Budz CBD Bakery with Nathanial Stende
Grand Opening of Your Budz CBD Bakery with Nathanial Stende Do you ever thought about starting a CBD bakery? Nathanial Bender did! He's the mastermind behind Your Budz, the new CBD bakery sensation in Chicago. This guy's juggling raising capital and battling with city licenses, all while whipping up CBD-infused goodies. And get this, during our chat, a couple of customers just stroll right in! The place is like a canvas with a Colombian mural, adding a splash of culture to your cookie run. Oh, and mark your calendars, they're gearing up for 420 Day. So, if you're in Chicago and craving something different, swing by Your Budz. It's like a bakery, but with a chill vibe! Cannabis Advocate Podcast The Cannabis Advocate podcast advocates for businesses in the cannabis industry and explores the unique challenges they face. Despite hurdles in legislation, regulation, and culture, there are tremendous opportunities for growers, manufacturers, and retail sellers of cannabis products. Many of these issues are unique to the cannabis industry. This podcast speaks to these common concerns and shares stories of success. This is a production of https://habaneromedia.net To subscribe to the podcast go to If you have a question or comment,
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Botanical and Hemp rolling papers with Alex Boone #142
04/03/2024
Botanical and Hemp rolling papers with Alex Boone #142
Botanical and Hemp rolling papers with Alex Boone #142 Our guest today is Alex Boone. Alex is the Managing Director of Botani. With more than 20 years of experience within SWM, Alex has led sales, marketing, and product development teams for North American and international markets. In 2018, Alex was instrumental in helping SWM International, a leading global performance materials company, break into the cannabis space by launching the Botani brand. Since that time, Alex has overseen new product launches including Botani's ground-breaking smooth blunt wraps and gummed hemp wrappers. He has extensive international business expertise as well as insights into how rolling paper brands can develop new product lines and compete in a hyper-competitive market. Alex received his Bachelor of Arts in Management from Gettysburg College. Cannabis Advocate Podcast The Cannabis Advocate podcast advocates for businesses in the cannabis industry and explores the unique challenges they face. Despite hurdles in legislation, regulation, and culture, there are tremendous opportunities for growers, manufacturers, and retail sellers of cannabis products. Many of these issues are unique to the cannabis industry. This podcast speaks to these common concerns and shares stories of success. This is a production of https://habaneromedia.net To subscribe to the podcast go to If you have a question or comment,
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Cannabis Baking Startup with Ebony Jones #141
03/14/2024
Cannabis Baking Startup with Ebony Jones #141
Cannabis Baking Startup with Ebony Jones #141 Ever felt the urge to experiment with cannabis-infused baking? Today, we’re joined by Ebony Jones, a passionate advocate for cannabis education, a skilled chef, and an ordained minister. Ebony proudly owns 8twenty8.llc in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where she specializes in crafting from scratch desserts, hosting educational workshops on infused cooking, and organizing cannabis-friendly gatherings. With a background that includes training at Le Cordon Bleu and leadership roles at Sublime Brands’ Infused Candies and Chocolates, Ebony’s journey is centered around promoting mental health awareness and challenging the stigma surrounding cannabis. As a pioneering black chef and minister in this field, we delve into her remarkable and distinctive path to baking with cannabis. Cannabis Advocate Podcast The Cannabis Advocate podcast advocates for businesses in the cannabis industry and explores the unique challenges they face. Despite hurdles in legislation, regulation, and culture, there are tremendous opportunities for growers, manufacturers, and retail sellers of cannabis products. Many of these issues are unique to the cannabis industry. This podcast speaks to these common concerns and shares stories of success. This is a production of https://habaneromedia.net To subscribe to the podcast go to If you have a question or comment,
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How To Sell In the Cannabis Industry
03/07/2024
How To Sell In the Cannabis Industry
How To Sell In the Cannabis Industry with Jason Hadley Today you will learn how to sell in the cannabis industry. My guest is Jason Hadley from FILTR, a company that specializes in filtering microbes from the air. Jason and I talk about the issues with selling, lead gen, relationship building, referrals, and references. Lighthouse Worldwide Solutions Jason Hadley is a Sales Engineer for FILTR, who specialize in helping facilities grow cleaner with equipment and know-how rooted in Food and Pharmaceutical manufacturing. They provide advice, tactics, and strategies cultivators can borrow from regulated industries for cleaner operations and more microbe compliance success. Cannabis Advocate Podcast The Cannabis Advocate podcast advocates for businesses in the cannabis industry and explores the unique challenges they face. Despite hurdles in legislation, regulation, and culture, there are tremendous opportunities for growers, manufacturers, and retail sellers of cannabis products. Many of these issues are unique to the cannabis industry. This podcast speaks to these common concerns and shares stories of success. This is a production of https://habaneromedia.net To subscribe to the podcast go to If you have a question or comment,
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Fully Baked Startup with Molly-Ruth Visco #139
02/29/2024
Fully Baked Startup with Molly-Ruth Visco #139
Fully Baked Startup with Molly-Ruth Visco #139 In today's episode, we return to the Fox.Build Makerspace studio in St. Charles. Our guest is Molly-Ruth Visco, the former Marketing and Education manager and President of Fully Baked Brands. Fully Baked is a new social equity cannabis infuser coming to the Illinois market. Her journey has been filled with challenges, successes, and invaluable insights that uniquely intertwined with her recently deceased mother Chris Visco, founder of Fully Baked. Cannabis Advocate Podcast The Cannabis Advocate podcast advocates for businesses in the cannabis industry and explores the unique challenges they face. Despite hurdles in legislation, regulation, and culture, there are tremendous opportunities for growers, manufacturers, and retail sellers of cannabis products. Many of these issues are unique to the cannabis industry. This podcast speaks to these common concerns and shares stories of success. This is a production of https://habaneromedia.net To subscribe to the podcast go to If you have a question or comment,
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Cannabis Virtual CFO Services with Guillermo Rodriguez #138
02/22/2024
Cannabis Virtual CFO Services with Guillermo Rodriguez #138
Cannabis Virtual CFO Services with Guillermo Rodriguez #138 Summit Virtual CFO by Anders offers Virtual CFO services to small- to medium-sized businesses and specializes in the cannabis industry. Guillermo Rodriguez is their lead Virtual CFO and Guillermo will be hosting a new podcast in 2024 called CannaBiz Success Show. The audience for this show is cannabis operators and I will be the first guest! In this episode, we talk about the financial and accounting challenges cannabis businesses face and the things they can do to grow profitability. Are you curious about what a Virtual CFO can do for your cannabis business? This is the episode for you. Cannabis Advocate Podcast The Cannabis Advocate podcast advocates for businesses in the cannabis industry and explores the unique challenges they face. Despite hurdles in legislation, regulation, and culture, there are tremendous opportunities for growers, manufacturers, and retail sellers of cannabis products. Many of these issues are unique to the cannabis industry. This podcast speaks to these common concerns and shares stories of success. This is a production of https://habaneromedia.net To subscribe to the podcast go to If you have a question or comment,
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How To Stay on the Right Side of Cannabis Law with Jim Ickes #137
02/08/2024
How To Stay on the Right Side of Cannabis Law with Jim Ickes #137
How To Stay on the Right Side of Cannabis Law with Jim Ickes #137 How can you ensure you're on the right side of the cannabis law? It's tough given the constant pulling and pushing of government regulation winds. Our guest is Jim Ickes from Zuber Lawler. I met Jim at Benzinga and today we talk about areas of grey in cannabis law and Jim's CBD startup. Cannabis Advocate Podcast The Cannabis Advocate podcast advocates for businesses in the cannabis industry and explores the unique challenges they face. Despite hurdles in legislation, regulation, and culture, there are tremendous opportunities for growers, manufacturers, and retail sellers of cannabis products. Many of these issues are unique to the cannabis industry. This podcast speaks to these common concerns and shares stories of success. This is a production of https://habaneromedia.net To subscribe to the podcast go to If you have a question or comment,
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How To Invest in a Cannabis ETF with Dan Ahrens #136
01/25/2024
How To Invest in a Cannabis ETF with Dan Ahrens #136
How To Invest in a Cannabis ETF with Dan Ahrens #136 Capital investment has been on pause over the last few years as the industry waits for federal legalization. This has created a difficult situation for startups and cannabis investors. In this episode, we meet Dan Ahrens the Managing Director at AdvisorShares Investments. Advisor Shares provides actively managed Cannabis ETF in the cannabis industry. Today we discuss this innovative way to invest in a wide portfolio of cannabis businesses as well as the story of how Advisor Shares came to fruition. Cannabis Advocate Podcast The Cannabis Advocate podcast advocates for businesses in the cannabis industry and explores the unique challenges they face. Despite hurdles in legislation, regulation, and culture, there are tremendous opportunities for growers, manufacturers, and retail sellers of cannabis products. Many of these issues are unique to the cannabis industry. This podcast speaks to these common concerns and shares stories of success. This is a production of https://habaneromedia.net To subscribe to the podcast go to If you have a question or comment,
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Business Broker for Cannabis Clients with Andy Lock #135
01/18/2024
Business Broker for Cannabis Clients with Andy Lock #135
Business Broker for Cannabis Clients with Andy Lock #135 Are you looking for help to line up capital? Are you on the cusp of a merger or an acquisition? Do you need to have your company valuated? If so our guest Andy Lock is a guy that can help broker the deal. Andy is the Director of Business Development at Viridian Capital Advisors. Viridian claims to be the leading, corporate finance, Mergers and acquisitions, advisory, and research practice in the legal Cannabis/CBD industry. Andy has over 30+ years of experience working with and providing financing to diverse industries and businesses as an executive in the commercial banking industry, consultant, and board member. I met Andy at the Benzinga Capital conference and we discussed the unique challenges in the cannabis industry. If you want to grow this is the episode for you. Cannabis Advocate Podcast The Cannabis Advocate podcast advocates for businesses in the cannabis industry and explores the unique challenges they face. Despite hurdles in legislation, regulation, and culture, there are tremendous opportunities for growers, manufacturers, and retail sellers of cannabis products. Many of these issues are unique to the cannabis industry. This podcast speaks to these common concerns and shares stories of success. This is a production of https://habaneromedia.net To subscribe to the podcast go to If you have a question or comment,
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Zen Leaf Roller Startup Journey #134
01/11/2024
Zen Leaf Roller Startup Journey #134
Zen Leaf Roller Startup Journey #134 In this episode, we meet Bill Beauclair and Jon Allen from Zen Leaf Roller. The Zen Leaf Roller is a tool that teaches how to hand-roll marijuana joints simply and easily. I've used this device and found it a fun way to make a repeatable and smokable product. Today we discuss Bill and Jon's journey. challenges and opportunities they face. If you're working on a startup, this is the episode for you. Cannabis Advocate Podcast The Cannabis Advocate podcast advocates for businesses in the cannabis industry and explores the unique challenges they face. Despite hurdles in legislation, regulation, and culture, there are tremendous opportunities for growers, manufacturers, and retail sellers of cannabis products. Many of these issues are unique to the cannabis industry. This podcast speaks to these common concerns and shares stories of success. This is a production of https://habaneromedia.net To subscribe to the podcast go to If you have a question or comment,
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Visiting the Cannabis School Podcast #132
01/04/2024
Visiting the Cannabis School Podcast #132
Visiting the Cannabis School Podcast #132 In this episode, we meet Brandon Elder and Jessie Angeles of the Cannabis School Podcast. I've been a long-time fan of their podcast and today we delve into the origin of the Cannabis School, how they started the podcast, and the impact they have on improving the lives of their listeners. It's such an honor to have Jessie and Brandon on the podcast. They are true educators regarding the cannabis plant. They have taught me so much, and I hope after you listen to this episode, you check out the Cannabis School and give it a listen. Cannabis Advocate Podcast The Cannabis Advocate podcast advocates for businesses in the cannabis industry and explores the unique challenges they face. Despite hurdles in legislation, regulation, and culture, there are tremendous opportunities for growers, manufacturers, and retail sellers of cannabis products. Many of these issues are unique to the cannabis industry. This podcast speaks to these common concerns and shares stories of success. This is a production of https://habaneromedia.net To subscribe to the podcast go to If you have a question or comment,
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Bettering the World with Cannabis with Mark Cozzi #133
12/21/2023
Bettering the World with Cannabis with Mark Cozzi #133
Bettering the World with Cannabis with Mark Cozzi #133 Today we enter the burgeoning market of Cannabis edibles. Our guest is Mark Cozzi, the founder of a Chicago-based luxury edible brand called The Bettering Company. Mark has a 35-year career in the finance sector, primarily focused on growth companies and startups including 14 years on Wall Street and building an energy company. Afterward, Mark made a major pivot and entered the craft cannabis edibles market. In this episode Mark and I babble about raising capital, sales, networking, branding; all topics any cannabis entrepreneur will find of value. Cannabis Advocate Podcast The Cannabis Advocate podcast advocates for businesses in the cannabis industry and explores the unique challenges they face. Despite hurdles in legislation, regulation, and culture, there are tremendous opportunities for growers, manufacturers, and retail sellers of cannabis products. Many of these issues are unique to the cannabis industry. This podcast speaks to these common concerns and shares stories of success. This is a production of https://habaneromedia.net To subscribe to the podcast go to If you have a question or comment,
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The Future of Hempwood with Gregg Wilson #131
12/14/2023
The Future of Hempwood with Gregg Wilson #131
The Future of Hempwood with Gregg Wilson #131 Greg Wilson is the founder of Hempwood, a hemp flooring and lumber company from Murray KY. When I think of industrial hemp, Kentucky doesn't immediately come to mind as a place for innovation. But that's not the case. There is a huge opportunity in industrial hemp and Greg is at the forefront of that market. In today's episode, we learn all about the hemp plant, what it can do, and the challenges and opportunities Hempwood faces. Cannabis Advocate Podcast The Cannabis Advocate podcast advocates for businesses in the cannabis industry and explores the unique challenges they face. Despite hurdles in legislation, regulation, and culture, there are tremendous opportunities for growers, manufacturers, and retail sellers of cannabis products. Many of these issues are unique to the cannabis industry. This podcast speaks to these common concerns and shares stories of success. This is a production of https://habaneromedia.net To subscribe to the podcast go to If you have a question or comment,
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