State of Cannabis

High Quality Analytical And Consulting Services For Agricultural And Biomedical Industries

Tue, 03 Jul 2018 00:00:00 +0000

Today on State Of Cannabis Dave is Joined by Lori Glauser the Co-Founder, Chief Operations Officer, and Director. EVIO Labs is the leading national provider of accredited cannabis testing, providing high quality analytical and consulting services for agricultural and biomedical industries in North America. EVIO Labs is dedicated to providing clients with superior customer service, reliable results, and world-class expertise. No matter which lab in the EVIO Labs network you choose, you will receive the same high level of accuracy, customer service, and professionalism. Ms. Glauser is responsible for the strategic growth and day to day operations of EVIO Labs. Along with CEO Will Waldrop, Signal Bay and EVIO Labs grew from a startup advisory firm in 2014 to 5 labs during the first two years of operation and are on track to open 18 labs by the end of 2018. Lori also leads the Advisory Services division which has provided services for dozens of startup companies that are now licensed to operate in the cannabis industry. Lori is also the founding chair of Women Grow – Las Vegas served on FOCUS standards committee, co-author of Medical Marijuana Desk Reference, and is a frequent speaker at industry conferences. Lori founded Signal Bay and EVIO Labs on a foundation of 25 years’ experience in engineering, management consulting, and startups. Her expertise lies in business planning and operations, business process design, financial forecasting, risk, customer experience, and regulatory and policy. Previously, Ms. Glauser was a management consultant focusing on the energy industry with leading firms including Ernst & Young, IBM, Financial Times Group, and SNL Financial. She also launched two bay-area tech startups. Lori has a BS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of New Hampshire and an MBA from the University of Alabama.

Elevating the Science Behind Cannabis

Tue, 19 Jun 2018 00:00:00 +0000

Elevating the Science Behind Cannabis with Charles McElroy, the founder of Goldleaf, a science-forward printing company for cannabis growers, patients, and enthusiasts.

Navigating Compliance With New Regulatory Requirements In The Cannabis Industry

Tue, 22 May 2018 00:00:00 +0000

Today on State Of Cannabis we are joined by Perry N. Salzhauer, J.D. LL.M. & Bradley Blommer, J.D. of Green Light Law Group Perry is a corporate and environmental attorney who brings over a decade of experience providing strategic and compliance guidance and legal advice to public and private entities. Perry received his J.D. from Vanderbilt University Law School in Nashville, TN, and an LL.M. in Environmental and Natural Resources Law from Lewis & Clark Law School here in Portland, OR. He began his legal career in 2002 with the Corporate Securities and Transactions group at Sidley Austin LLP in Washington D.C. and first moved to Oregon in 2005. He has since served as both outside and in-house counsel to a variety of companies, investors, and government agencies throughout the United States, and has already helped launch several marijuana industry companies and projects. As an attorney, advisor, and manager, Perry specializes in streamlining operational, compliance, and management processes to create efficiencies which increase productivity and revenue. In addition to his experience and expertise in all aspects of marijuana-related matters, Perry’s years of experience providing guidance to clients with respect to business processes, SEC, and environmental compliance, makes him uniquely qualified in the emerging cannabis space where navigating compliance with new regulatory requirements, many of which remain to be implemented, looms large as a barrier to entry and ultimate success. Brad Blommer is a litigation and real estate attorney with over 17 years experience. He began his legal career as judicial law clerk to a trial court judge and practiced in Washington D.C. and Maryland for seven years, which included numerous bench and jury trials and appellate arguments in the D.C. Court of Appeals and in the Circuit Court of Appeals (DC Circuit) before now Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court John G. Roberts, Jr. Brad fell in love with Portland on a trip with friends and moved to Oregon in 2005. With significant experience in all areas of trial practice, real estate transactions and disputes, foreclosure law, and creditor’s rights, along with a detailed understanding of the current marijuana laws, Brad provides legal advice and counseling from a diverse perspective. Additionally, having founded and run a real estate investment company in Oregon, Brad has significant real world business experience to better serve his clients.

Cloudponics GroBox In-home Growing System

Thu, 03 May 2018 17:40:19 +0000

Dave Inman speaks with Nicolas Ruiz, the CPO, and founder of Cloudponics about the Cloudponics GroBox In-home Growing System.

Cloudponics GroBox

Cannabis Deals And Specials with Leafbuyer

Thu, 03 May 2018 17:40:19 +0000

Today on State of Cannabis Dave is joined by Leafbuyer founders, Kurt Rossner and Mark Breen. Leafbuyer is the deals and dispensary database of Leafbuyer Technologies, Inc. Founded in 2012 by a group of technology and industry veterans, Leafbuyer is the #1 online resource for cannabis deals and specials. We aim to provide valuable information for the savvy cannabis consumer looking to make a purchase. Leafbuyer Technologies, Inc. continues to expand into every legal state. They strive to be the ultimate cannabis resource, providing consumers and businesses alike with the resources they need to thrive in the cannabis industry. They have been called the "Priceline of pot" by thestreet.com and "...an industry game changer..." by NBC News. Leafbuyer has launched development of a large-scale platform based on blockchain technology. This development is aimed at increasing the value of the Leafbuyer network for both its dispensary partners and consumers who use Leafbuyer.com. Blockchain is a secure environment used to decentralize and distribute a public ledger, which is inherently resistant to tampering with transaction records and minimizing fraud. The technology will enable Leafbuyer to capitalize on its rapidly expanding web traffic. A feature of the new technology will allow users to register and participate in “Special Deals” only offered to them through the New Program.leafbuyer
Leafbuyer Technologies, Inc. continues to expand into every legal state. They strive to be the ultimate cannabis resource, providing consumers and businesses alike with the resources they need to thrive in the cannabis industry. They have been called the "Priceline of pot" by thestreet.com and "...an industry game changer..." by NBC News.

The First Connected Convection Vaporizer With Personal Dosing Application

Tue, 10 Apr 2018 00:00:00 +0000

Today on State of Cannabis Dave Inman is joined by GoFires's Joe Hodas and Peter Calfee. GoFire, a digital healthcare company based in Denver, CO, has designed the first connected convection vaporizer with personal dosing application that allows patients to create a consistent result, removing the fear of taking too much or being out of control. GoFire's proprietary micro-dosing technology enables precise control of plant-based concentrates in metered increments. That proprietary technology, along with the support of an anonymous community-driven data platform, allows GoFire to deliver a safe, reliable ecosystem that can unlock the true potential of plant-based- medicine, helping patients, physicians, and researchers better understand its medicinal benefits and impact on health and wellbeing.

Finding Ways To Be Greener And Eco-Friendly

Tue, 27 Mar 2018 00:00:00 +0000

Today on State Of Cannabis Dave Inman is joined by Chad Currin the CEO of BioSoil Farm. Chad hails from a long line of farmers, specifically, tobacco farmers. For many years, Chad was a stay-at-home dad yet as his children got older and more self-sufficient, he started getting increasingly interested in environmentalism, gardening, and finding ways to be “greener” and eco-friendly. He started finding ways to use food scraps and leftovers to farm more efficiently. BioSoil Farm is an all-year-round operative indoor farm that specializes in converting high-quality finished compost into premium “worm castings” (aka worm casting), and they also manufacture a line of solid and liquid soil-feeding systems that are based on healthy nutrients extracted from plant sources.

Medicine Man: The Costco Of Marijuana

Tue, 13 Mar 2018 00:00:00 +0000

Today on State of Cannabis our host is joined by Andy Williams from Medicine Man Technologies. Andy Williams is the Co-Founder and Chairman of the Board of Medicine Man Technologies and CEO of Medicine Man in Colorado. He is veteran of the US Army, and served three years as a Cavalry Scout in the 3rd Infantry Division. He went on to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Southern Colorado in Pueblo, CO. Andy has worked in a wide range of manufacturing industries as an industrial engineer, and in leadership positions. He is a lifelong entrepreneur. In 2009 the Ogden letter was published stating the Department of Justice would not utilize their resources to prosecute those individuals following state marijuana laws. That was the call to a new opportunity in the marijuana industry for Andy and his brother, Pete Williams. In December of 2009 they launched Medicine Man with the concept of being the Costco of marijuana. Six years later Medicine Man is now a $17 million a year corporation and has branched out to assist start-up marijuana companies and grow facilities across the country with their consulting company, Medicine Man Technologies. They are known as industry leaders throughout the United States.

Curing Is A Necessity Not Just An Option For A Grower

Tue, 23 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0000

Today on the State Of Cannabis our host talks to Cole Ducey. Cole grew up in San Diego, CA and began cultivating cannabis on a small production level when in college in the San Fernando Valley. In order to produce the most top-shelf flower, Cole quickly realized that curing was not just a simple option left up to each respective grower, but actually a necessity for the product as a whole and one that could tremendously benefit and/or detriment the end product and bottom-line for the cultivator. The issue was that curing proved to be a very arduous and inexact process which was very easy to mess up, resulting in molded or over-dried flower. More than five years later, Cole had founded a CNC Machine shop which afforded him the opportunity to design and develop the Auto Cure device which he had wished he would have had during his growing days. Auto Cure, LLC. is now a production facility here in San Diego working alongside strategic partners within the industry.

Creating Content Which Help People Do Their Job Better

Tue, 31 Oct 2017 19:07:03 +0000

Today on State of Cannabis we are Joined by Cassandra Farrington the CEO and CO-Founder of Marijuana Business Daily. Business to business content media executive, entrepreneur, and operations guru focused on creating content and information services which help people do their job better. Currently, she heads up the team at Marijuana Business Daily, the leading B2B information and events resource for the legal cannabis industry. Cassandra's team has built the Marijuana Business Conference & Expo into the country's fastest-growing trade show according to Trade Show Executive magazine, and our journalism has been cited everywhere from NPR to Harvard Business Review to Inc. Magazine. In previous roles, worked as a project lead at Citi North America Operations and Technology division on technology, real estate, and logistics initiatives.

How Strainwise Consulting Is Pushing The Boundaries Of The Cannabis Industry

Tue, 10 Oct 2017 19:27:13 +0000

Today on the State of Cannabis we are joined by Sean Eubanks from Strainwaise Consulting. Vice President of Business Development, Sean Eubanks is a creative and inventive thinker who sees in the cannabis industry a boundary that can be pushed forward and onward. Sean has many years of brand development, sales, and management expertise that has made him not afraid to work outside his comfort zone. He possesses superb communication skills and is someone who can build up rapport easily, discover clients’ real needs, find out exactly what they need, and then present them with a wide range of services and solutions that fit their needs. Disciplined in business and personal life, Sean has a track record of achieving and exceeding the standards of performance set out for any scale projects. Sean lends his business leadership to Strainwise by building relationships with clients who are seeking expertise in the marijuana industry and guiding them to success.

High-End Storage Products And Accessories In The Lifestyle Market

Tue, 26 Sep 2017 19:54:10 +0000

Today on State Of Cannabis Dave Is Joined by Cannador founder, Zane Witzel. He is the founder and manager of a startup company called Cannador, that manufactures and sells high-end storage products and accessories in the lifestyle market. Cannador is a premium storage brand specializing in functional and sustainable design with a focus on maintaining quality and taste for the discerning connoisseur. They speak about the uniquely designed marijuana storage box for short and long-term storage, Cannador preserves your top shelf by controlling humidity at the perfect ratio to maintain freshness and taste. Clear glass jars and clear plastic containers let in UV light, which damages the trichomes that contain cannabinoids. A dark and controlled humid environment is ideal, but it cannot be too humid.

Improved Plant and Commodity Health

Fri, 15 Sep 2017 16:45:49 +0000

Today on State of Cannabis, Dave is Joined by Soil Balance CEO Peter Seevedra. Soil Balance is a tool which gives growers the ability to cultivate within the art of sustainability. By simply adding a comprehensive community of “life” to the soil and roots of plants, growing becomes proactive work in place of a reactive one. Soil Balance gives growers improved plant and commodity health, yields and most important, exponentially high nutrient density and overall quality enhancement. oil Balance Probiotics have been developed to possess true industry staying power and give our growers fast and real results, naturally. While also allowing our users to redefine quality standards like never before. Soil Balance is a breakthrough, 100% organic technology and has been meticulously formulated, university tested and refined for over 20 years to address the industries most pressing issues.

Cannabis Accelerators and investing in Cannabis and Canna-tech Startups

Tue, 05 Sep 2017 20:58:45 +0000

Today on State of Cannabis our guest sis Gateway Founder Ben Larson is the godfather of cannabis tech. For the passed two year, Ben and his partner are spearheading toward more widespread legitimization of the green economy. The companies they are mentoring are creating solutions in CPGs, hardware and software. Ben Larson, one of the founders of cannabis industry incubator Gateway in San Francisco, spoke at Valley in Berlin, a one day conference in Germany bringing together interesting Silicon Valley speakers with startups, founders, investors, mentors & politicians from around the world, on March 10th. Ben, who worked two years at The Founder Institute, helped launch over 20 startups by leading semesters in San Francisco and Silicon Valley in the four month program. Ben began the talk (posted below) with a discussion of Charlotte Figi, the child for whom high-CBD strain Charlotte’s Web was named, and then a close friend of his, Nigel, who suffers from an invasive brain cancer that causes seizures, setting the tone for his inspiration in launching his incubator last year. Gateway will soon announce its first class. The company caters to both direct cannabis companies as well as ancillary companies and offers co-working space in its Oakland office.

Bringing Quality of Living to Life

Tue, 15 Aug 2017 19:39:38 +0000

Today on State of Cannabis we are joined by two amazing guests. Disability Advocate Creed Leffler and CEO Bear Syavong. Creed is a person with a disability who spreads awareness about government waivers regarding disabilities. He plans to lessen the gap between people with and without disabilities. Bear Syavong is Alternative Vibes CEO. Alternative Vibes is dedicated to bringing quality of living to life by helping families find peace and harmony through our services, education, and giving back to the community. Whether you are looking for a more natural way of living, or simply looking for preventative options, we are here to help guide you in a path towards achieving your goals.

Protection of Large Cannabis Grow Operations, To Transportation of Cannabis Products

Wed, 19 Jul 2017 20:22:22 +0000

Today on State of Cannabis we're joined by Ray Murphy from Forged K9. Forged K9 is now the nation’s premier – and only – provider of highly trained canines for protection for the cannabis industry. From protection of large cannabis grow operations, to transportation of cannabis products, or dispensary security, Forged K9 dogs become their handler’s eyes and ears, as well as a trusted and beloved member of the family. The addition of a protection dog to a cannabis business security plan offers a distinct advantages. A protection dog cannot be used against you, unlike a firearm, or bypassed like an alarm system. Forged K9 security dogs eliminate the element of human error. This investment offers business owners peace of mind throughout the life of the dog and is a cost effective way to augment any security plan. Protection Dogs are also considered less than lethal force, negating the liability that happens when dealing with firearms in the cannabis industry.

Fine Food and The Positive Medicinal Effects of Cannabis

Fri, 07 Jul 2017 18:21:41 +0000

Today on State of Cannabis we're joined by Oren Cohen the Founder and CEO Terpene Experts. Oren Cohen is a classically trained chef and accomplished E-Liquid formulator turned expert terpene flavorist. His deep passions for fine food and the positive medicinal effects of cannabis have merged to allow him to create one of the most unique businesses in the cannabis industry- bespoke concentrate terpene profiling. Through the utilization of food-grade terpenes, Mr. Cohen’s proprietary process and attention to subtle nuances helps the Terpene Experts team to precisely recreate cannabis strain profiles and even create new terpene spectrums. This allows concentrate manufacturers as well as dispensaries and collectives, to offer both tried and true strains produced naturally as well as afford them the ability to create their own unique brand-able strains enabling them to differentiate from their competition.

Phenotypes, Sativas, CBD and THC

Tue, 07 Mar 2017 22:08:48 +0000

Phenotypes, Sativas, CBD and THC and all things involved with the growing of cannabis as Dave Inman welcomes back Max Montrose from Trichome Institute.

Inside the Trichome Institute

Wed, 18 Jan 2017 06:23:13 +0000

Max Montrose runs the Trichome Institute , specializing in setting the highest standards of education and certification in the cannabis industry. Dave Inman asks Max all about it.

The Commercialization of Cannabis

Wed, 04 Jan 2017 17:08:04 +0000

David Paleschuck, the VP, Licensing & Brand Partnerships at DOPE Magazine talks to us about his new book, Branding Bud: The Commercialization of Cannabis.

Combat Vets Suffering w/ PTSD: Qualifying Condition for Cann...

Wed, 04 Jan 2017 17:08:04 +0000

The inaugural episode of State of Cannabis takes flight to discuss the issues surrounding Cannabis as a qualifying condition for Combat Veterans who would could use medical marijuana as an alternative to prescription medications that often lead to many unwanted side effects. Join us for an enlightened discussion to learn more about this important topic and how it could help save the lives of more than 150 Veterans per week in the United States alone.

Regulate Florida Fights For Marijuana Regulation

Wed, 04 Jan 2017 17:08:04 +0000

William R. Wohlsifer, PA attorney, joins the State of Cannabis to discuss his group called Regulate Florida. Will discusses how his group is looking to get marijuana on the ballot for the upcoming election in efforts to have it regulated like alcohol.

Science Driven Cannabis with Matt Seashols

Tue, 29 Nov 2016 18:11:59 +0000

Science Driven Cannabis from Consistency to the Formula that delivers the exact balance of compounds found in cannabis that provide natural health and wellness benefits.

Cannabis Fashion for the Elegant Woman

Wed, 16 Nov 2016 04:15:57 +0000

Cannabis Fashion for the Elegant Woman discussed as Dave Inman speaks with Annabis Co-CEO/ Founder Jeanine Moss.

The Move for Marijuana in Michigan

Wed, 26 Oct 2016 05:26:21 +0000

Dave Inman discusses The Move for Marijuana in Michigan with former Marine, PTSD Sufferer and Cannabis user Dakota Blue Serna.

Diversion Safes for Cannabis Storage and More

Tue, 18 Oct 2016 19:05:32 +0000

Dave Inman is with guest Pam Bloch, Sales and Marketing Manager at Diversion Safes. She shares her know-how to stash your stash disguised as everyday items

Greenspoon Marder LLP Partner Lance Rogers

Wed, 21 Sep 2016 20:15:06 +0000

Greenspoon Marder LLP Partner Lance Rogers is a partner with Greenspoon Marder and manages the Cannabis Law practice in California. Mr. Rogers has become one of the leading authorities on cannabis law. As a litigator, he has handled a wide array of matters related to cannabis including criminal defense, civil rights, asset forfeiture, land use, business disputes, unlawful detainer, and municipal zoning challenges. As a part of his corporate practice, he currently represents many of the leading cannabis companies in the U.S., including retailers, manufacturers, and agriculture ventures. In 2011, Mr. Rogers attained the first dispensary license in Southern California through the County of San Diego.

Justin Beck, CEO of Cultivation Technologies, Inc.

Tue, 23 Aug 2016 22:44:41 +0000

Justin Beck, CEO of Cultivation Technologies, Inc. is a cannabis visionary. Coachella, California has approved CTI’s CUP (conditional use permit) to build the Coachella Cannabis Campus, dedicated to research and cultivation.

Groundbreaking is just around the corner. They are also sponsoring extensive research at the University of California, Irvine, where a group of scientists are researching the medical benefits of cannabis as an alternative to opiates for pain mitigation. Justin Beck, CEO of Cultivation Technologies, Inc. Highly regarded in the cannabis industry for advocacy and several successful start-ups, including a public vaporizer company and Marijuana index. He is a founding shareholder of MJIC. He leverages industry relationships and a passion for cannabis to develop strategic plans together with management.

JeffTheChef and The Joy of Cooking with Cannabis

Tue, 23 Aug 2016 22:41:28 +0000

JeffTheChef is a self taught private cannabis chef, with a lot of personality and a following. He has been cooking and baking with cannabis privately for 5 years, both for celebrities and private individuals. On June 28, Harper Collins will be publishing my first cookbook titled, The Ganja Gourmet: The Joy of Cooking with Cannabis.

In January he invented and launched the world’s first THC/CBD Calculator to help home cooks and chefs determine the milligrams of THC ad CBD per serving in the edibles they make. The Daily Beast ran a feature article about him titled Meet The Julia Child of Weed. Newsweek feared an article about him in their Weed 2.0 Special Edition and called him The Ganja Gourmet.

Michael Ray, Executive Director at Bloom Farms

Wed, 27 Jul 2016 20:29:13 +0000

Michael Ray was born in San Francisco and raised in the Sierra Foothill Mountains on his family ranch known as Bloom Farms. He is a cannabis advocate, lobbyist for social change, and entrepreneur with a passion for technology and design.

As the Executive Director at Bloom Farms, Michael oversees the day-to-day operations. Michael’s and Bloom Farms’ first priority is to make consistently high-quality cannabis products that are available for medical cannabis patients throughout California. Michael also oversees Bloom Farms’ One for One program: with every product purchased, Bloom Farms donates one meal to a food-insecure family in California.

Canna-Management Corp Owner T.J. Cape

Wed, 22 Jun 2016 19:08:29 +0000

Today on State of Cannabis Dave Inman is joined by Anthony (T.J.) Cape, Owner and Operator of Canna-Management Corp. The cannabis industry faces sweeping changes with the rapid pace of legalization. It’s only a matter of time before widespread legalization is a reality. For enterprising cannabis growers preparing their businesses for a competitive market, a tremendous opportunity is in sight. Canna-Management Corporation (CMC) offers a full range of consulting services to ensure that your canna-business is ready for the future.

T.J. Cape has amassed a wealth of knowledge in the field over the course of his over thirty years of experience. Cape is one of the nation’s top greenhouse business managers and has led the charge to introduce the best practices in business management to fledgling and established companies alike. Approachable and skilled at developing effective business management strategies, T.J. provides guidance and direction to his team of experts for the sole purpose of bringing state-of-the-art cultivation and business management techniques to the cannabis community.

The Campaign to Regulate Marijuana Like Alcohol

Thu, 07 Apr 2016 16:48:16 +0000

Today on State of Cannabis Dave Inman is joined by J.P. Holyoak, Chair of the Campaign to Regulate Marijuana Like Alcohol,-Arizona. The Campaign to Regulate Marijuana Like Alcohol allows adults 21 years of age and older to possess up to one ounce of marijuana and consume marijuana in private. It allows adults to grow up to six marijuana plants in an enclosed, locked space within their residences and possess the marijuana produced by those plants in the location where it was grown. No more than 12 total marijuana plants can be grown in a single residence. Property owners and landlords will have the right to prohibit marijuana from being grown on their property.

It establishes the Department of Marijuana Licenses and Control to oversee a tightly controlled system of licensed marijuana retail stores, licensed cultivation facilities, licensed product manufacturing facilities, and licensed testing facilities. The department will include a law enforcement unit that will be responsible for enforcing regulations, conducting compliance checks, and investigating violations. It allows a limited number of licensed marijuana retail stores to sell marijuana to adults 21 years of age and older. The number of retail stores will be capped at 10 percent of the number of liquor store licenses, which is currently fewer than 180.

It allows localities to impose limits on where and when marijuana businesses are allowed to operate, and requires businesses to test marijuana products and adhere to strict packaging and labeling guidelines. The Campaign also enacts a 15% excise tax on retail marijuana sales, which will be used to fund the implementation and enforcement of regulations. Any additional marijuana tax revenue will be allocated as follows: 40% to the Department of Education for school construction, maintenance, and operating costs; 40% to the Department of Education for full-day kindergarten programs; and 20% to the Department of Health Services for public education regarding the relative harms of alcohol, marijuana, and other substances.

National Cannabis Industry Association

Thu, 07 Apr 2016 16:36:09 +0000

Today on State of Cannabis Dave Inman is joined by Laurence Gration, Director of Development at The National Cannabis Industry Association. "Laurence Gration brings over 30 years of association management to the NCIA team. As the director of development, Laurence’s role is to grow NCIA, in membership, services and general strength. Laurence is continuing to expand the benefits of NCIA’s membership benefits and keeping the association ahead of its members’ changing needs. Laurence is a Certified Association Executive (CAE) and comes to NCIA after ten years in Washington D.C., where he is forged industry alliances and creating joint venture opportunities on Capitol Hill. He is an award-winning speaker and best selling author. He has degrees from the University of Sydney, the Queensland University of Technology, and has been engaged in studying programs at the Australian National University and University of Colorado; he is working on his next degree locally. Originally from Melbourne, he now lives in Golden, Colorado, with his wife, dogs, and horses."

The Licensing Lab: Marketing Cannabis for Consumers

Wed, 27 Jan 2016 17:46:08 +0000

Marketing Cannabis for Consumers as Dave Inman speaks with David Paleschuck the President of The Licensing Lab, a brand licensing and IP protection agency located in Seattle, Washington. Based on the need for cannabis branding and state-to-state licensing management, New Leaf Licensing, a division of The Licensing Lab was created in 2015. Paleschuck is currently writing a book called, "Branding Bud: The Consumerization of Cannabis" to be published in 2016.

They discuss who exactly is the cannabis consumer? What’s their lifestyle(s)? What brands speak to them? Is there just one type of cannabis consumer? Are the images of Cheech & Chong; Harold & Kumar; Willy Nelson & Snoop Dog all stereotypes of cannabis smokers? And to push even further, is “smoking” itself a stereotype of cannabis consumption.

Casey Waldrop and Rick Cain from Art of War Management

Wed, 09 Dec 2015 00:00:00 +0000

Today on State of Cannabis Dave Inman is joined by Casey Waldrop and Rick Cain from Art of War Management. They discuss how difficult it is to expand from small grows to large scale production, and the challenges that are inherent. They also touch on how they have been received in a small town and their recent LED trial.

Testing for Never Before Discovered Cannabis Compounds

Thu, 03 Dec 2015 00:00:00 +0000

Testing for Never Before Discovered Cannabis Compounds are discussed as Dave Inman speaks with Corbin Shouse and Nate Nichols from C4 Laboratories. C4 Laboratories is a botanical testing facility specializing in cannabis medicine. We learn about the research C4 is undergoing now being lead by C4's Director of Science and research, Dr. Zachariah Hildenbrand.

Jesse Dowling: Advocating For Cannabis on the City Level

Thu, 03 Dec 2015 00:00:00 +0000

Dave Inman speaks with Jesse Dowling. City Council Member serving the City of Cottonwood, Arizona about his advocating For Cannabis on the City Level.

Scott Kaufmann from More Than Maintain

Tue, 01 Dec 2015 00:00:00 +0000

Today on State of Cannabis Dave Inman is joined by Scott Kaufmann from More Than Maintain. Scott is a recovering heroin addict whose addiction paved his life to destruction. Suffering from overdoses, seizures, prison time, and personal losses, Scott has seen some troubling times. Scott now works at a General Mental Health and Substance Abuse Facility as a Case Manager and is a Medical Marijuana card holder due to his anxiety.

Jim Sulton of A Bud & Leaf

Tue, 17 Nov 2015 00:00:00 +0000

Today on State of Cannabis Dave Inman is joined by Jim Sulton, Founder of A Bud & Leaf. Dave and Jim discuss the trajectory from higher education to cannabis, a little bit about his shop A Bud & Leaf, and his involvement in the cannabis movement.

Amazingly Baked With Elise Ashe

Wed, 04 Nov 2015 00:00:00 +0000

Today on State of Cannabis Dave Inman is joined by Elise Ashe, Founder of Amazingly Baked. Elise tell dave all about Amazingly Baked is all about and what it have to offer, including gluten and sugar free products. They also touch on how Elise became involved in cannabis not only for medical use, but as and entrepreneur.

MomForce AZ vs Sheriff Joe Arpaio

Tue, 27 Oct 2015 00:00:00 +0000

Today on State of Cannabis Dave Inman is joined by his lovely wife Kathy Inman. They discuss her recent interactions with Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio, known as an almost immovable force against the legalization of cannabis. Kathy tells about her meeting with Sheriff Arpaio to educate him on some cannabis facts to possibly open his eyes to accepting cannabis as medicine.

Guy Bertuzzi and Elevate NV

Wed, 21 Oct 2015 00:00:00 +0000

Today on State of Cannabis Dave Inman is joined by Guy Bertuzzi, Publisher at Elevate NV. They discuss Elevate and what it has done for the cannabis community, as well as what this publishing has contributed to stigma associated with himself.

Anthony Franciosi: The Honest Marijuana Company

Tue, 13 Oct 2015 00:00:00 +0000

Dave Inman is joined by Anthony Franciosi, Founder of The Honest Marijuana Company, today on State of Cannabis. They talk about what The Honest Marijuana Company is all about, as well as some of the goals they hope to accomplish and challenges they face in the world of cannabis.

Mikel Weisser: Deputy Director For AZ NORML

Tue, 06 Oct 2015 00:00:00 +0000

Dave Inman is joined by Mikel Weisser, State Director at AZ-NORML, DFA-MC board member, and a 2014 Democratic candidate who sought election to the U.S. House to represent the 4th Congressional District of Arizona. They chat about Mikel's involvement with NORML, as well as his involvement in the cannabis movement in Arazona.

The Cannabis Consumers Coalition

Tue, 29 Sep 2015 00:00:00 +0000

Dave Inman speaks with Larisa Bolivar, Executive Director of The Cannabis Consumers Coalition, about the organization and what they do for the cannabis community. Dave asks about what led Larisa into starting this kind of an organization and how the cannabis community is evolving.

Dixie Elixirs: The Future of Cannabis

Tue, 15 Sep 2015 00:00:00 +0000

Dave Inman speaks with Joe Hodas, chief marketing officer at Dixie Brands, about their product Dixie Elixirs and how they are the future of cannabis. Listen in as the two delve into the prospects of cannabis for production and consumption, even for pets!

Morgan Fox From MPP On Hurdles Hindering Cannabis Reform

Tue, 01 Sep 2015 00:00:00 +0000

Discussing the hurdles hindering cannabis reform as Dave Inman talks with Morgan Fox, communications manager with The Marijuana Policy Project about how Morgan's movement with The MPP gains ground to legalizing marijuana and initiatives to remove criminal cases on it.

Washington State Cannabis Legalization Initiative Examined

Tue, 25 Aug 2015 00:00:00 +0000

Dave Inman speaks with Alison Holcomb, the Director, Campaign for Smart Justice for the ACLU. Known as the architect of marijuana legalization in Washington state, she takes us through the process that would bring cannabis legalization to Washington State.

Marijuana Memoirs and Coming Out of the Cannabis Closet

Tue, 18 Aug 2015 00:00:00 +0000

Dave Inman, welcomes author of "Just Say Yes" A Marijuana Memoir, Catherine Hiller. Catherine shares her story of entering and exiting the marijuana closet, surviving 50 years of Cannabis use and the importance of educating people on the benefits of Cannabis.

The Current State of Cannabis in Alaska

Tue, 11 Aug 2015 00:00:00 +0000

We hear from Jana Weltzin from the Rose Law Group about The Current State of Cannabis in Alaska. They discuss her transition from Family Law to Cannabis Regulation Compliance and Licensing, plus the the creation of the marijuana control board and regulation drafting of the new law that has been adopted.

Black Tuna Diaries and Teaching Seniors Medical Marijuana Benefits

Thu, 06 Aug 2015 03:19:35 +0000

Dave Inman speaks with Marijuana Expert And Activist Robert Platshorn, founder of the Silver Tour, which teaches Seniors the Benefits of Medical Marijuana. Robert recalls the story of his incarceration which made him the longest serving marijuana prisoner in United States history, who served almost 30 years in federal prison for importing Colombian cannabis back in the 1970s which he wrote about in his book, Black Tuna Diaries.

Interstate Cannabis at the Colorado/Nebraska Border

Wed, 29 Jul 2015 22:34:03 +0000

Nebraska Interstate Drug Defense Attorney Daniel Stockmann discusses his work defending clients from drug-related charges, especially those who drive in to Nebraska from Colorado (where weed was legalized in 2012), as law enforcement presence has increased resulting in rising arrests for felony distribution and sale of marijuana.

The Expansion and Economics of Medical Marijuana Legislation

Thu, 23 Jul 2015 20:25:35 +0000

Discussing the Expansion and Economics of Medical Marijuana Legislation and what is being done in California to further Cannabis legalization as Dave Inman welcomes back Matthew J. Cote, a ‎Strategic Relationships and Brand Developer Specialized in Cannabis Products, who is Brand Manager of Auntie Dolores Edibles.

Cannabis Infused Edibles and Auntie Dolores

Wed, 15 Jul 2015 19:45:04 +0000

Cannabis Infused Edibles and Auntie Dolores are discussed as Dave Inman welcomes Matthew J. Cote, a ‎Strategic Relationships and Brand Developer Specialized in Cannabis Products, who is Brand Manager of Auntie Dolores Edibles. Part one of the interviews discusses the company's product line and the overall growing popularity of edibles, and how Matthew got into the industry.

Hurdles of Alaska Post-Cannabis Legalization; Get Active-Go Greene

Tue, 07 Jul 2015 00:00:00 +0000

Charlo Greene, president and founder of the Alaska Cannabis Club speaks with Dave Inman about the Hurdles of Alaska Post-Cannabis Legalization, including the recent raid of her cannabis dispensary. Plus, she discusses the launch of her new awareness campaign called GoGreene which stands for Grass Roots Evolution through Education Networking and Empowerment.

Building the Cannabusiness Framework with Steve Janjic

Mon, 20 Apr 2015 00:00:00 +0000

Dave Inman discusses building the CannaBusiness Framework in Colorado with Steve Janjic, Chairman and Co founder of the Amercanex Corporation. We learn about Amercanex and their fully electronic marketplace in which licensed wholesale and retail distributors of cannabis can sell, buy or exchange their inventories on a fully disclosed market.

More on Evolution of Arizona For 2016 Pot Legalization Ballot Initiative

Mon, 12 Jan 2015 00:00:00 +0000

Dave Inman welcomes back Ryan Hurley, a partner, chair of Rose Law Group’s Medical Marijuana practice group and head of the Renewable Energy Policy and Research Department at Arizona-based Rose Law Group, to discuss the Evolution of Arizona For 2016 Pot Legalization Ballot Initiative. Ryan also works with the Marijuana Policy Project.

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Evolution of Arizona For 2016 Pot Legalization Ballot Initiative

Fri, 05 Dec 2014 00:00:00 +0000

Discussing the Evolution of Arizona For 2016 Pot Legalization Ballot Initiative as Dave welcomes Ryan Hurley, a partner, chair of Rose Law Group’s Medical Marijuana practice group and head of the Renewable Energy Policy and Research Department at Arizona-based Rose Law Group. Ryan also works with the Marijuana Policy Project.

Ed Rosenthal And The Marijuana Users Bill of Rights

Fri, 21 Nov 2014 00:00:00 +0000

Publisher, author and marijuana activist Ed Rosenthal discusses how he is seeking to promote cannabis legalization with the help of a Marijuana Users Bill of Rights as a template for future state initiatives.

Ed Rosenthal on Getting Started with Marijuana, Persevering ...

Fri, 21 Nov 2014 00:00:00 +0000

Getting Started with Marijuana, Persevering for Marijuana Prohibition, and Growers Understanding of Cultivation Rights as Dave welcomes back Medical Marijuana Legal Defense and Education Publisher, author and marijuana activist Ed Rosenthal

Cannabis Legalization: Whats Ahead for Oregon, Alaska and DC...

Fri, 07 Nov 2014 00:00:00 +0000

Four places in America just made pot legal. With narrow majorities in most, two states, one district, and one city passed legislation that makes marijuana legal. Oregon and Alaska will try their hand at regulating cannabis like booze and in Washington D.C., residents can now grow, smoke, and gift weed, but not profit from it.

Dave speaks with Greg James, publisher of MarijuanaVenture.com about his upstart digital B2B industry publication and whats ahead for those newly legalized states following the mid-term elections .

Inside Florida Amendment 2: The Right to Medical Marijuana I...

Fri, 31 Oct 2014 00:00:00 +0000

Jeffrey Feiler, founder and CEO of Grass Roots Ventures, Inc., discusses the issues from a law and business standpoint surrounding The Florida Right to Medical Marijuana Initiative or Amendment 2. Jeffrey takes us inside the ramifications of the ballot amendment which would legalize medical marijuana, contains new protections for patients, doctors, caregivers and dispensaries.
Jeffrey also tell us about some of the comparisons the amendment has to when Colorado legalized medicinal marijuana, plus he tell us about his for profit (GrassRoots Ventures)

Progress of Proposition 203: The Arizona Medical Marijuana A...

Fri, 11 Jul 2014 00:00:00 +0000

Dave Inman welcomes Andrew Myers, campaign manager for Proposition 203, The Arizona Medical Marijuana Act to discuss the progress since the initial passing in 2010.