Helping the cannabis user understand Christ, and the Christian understand cannabis. The Christian scriptures record Jesus telling a crowd of religious hypocrites that it is not what one puts into their body that defiles them, it is what comes out of a per
Like water on the ground, subject truth is absorbed by objective truth.
Dr. Anthony Ferrari leads a team of scientists and researchers to develop innovative and effective CBD products. With over six years of experience in this role, he has successfully navigated the complex regulatory landscape of the CBD industry, ensuring compliance with FDA regulations and label requirements. Dr. Ferrari's expertise in analytical chemistry has enabled him to design and execute rigorous testing protocols, ensuring the quality and safety of the products his team produces. He is passionate about advancing the field of CBD research and education. He holds a PhD in Analytical Chemistry from Florida State University.
Juliana Roberts is an Auburn University alumni, agriculture advocate, and a passionate voice in the CBD and wellness space. As a mother of two boys and a farmer's wife, she blends industry expertise with a grounded, real-world understanding of how agriculture and plant medicine intersect. Herinterest in the medicinal potential of cannabis began at age 16, when she saw firsthand how it could support both mental health and physical pain relief.Today, Juliana serves as a Sales Representative at Samson Extracts, where she helps bring quality CBD isolate to markets across the country. She is driven bya mission to educate, advocate, and expand access to safe and trusted products.
“Once you were not a people, but now you are the people of God; once you had not received mercy, but now you have received mercy.”
Tressa Silvey is a CPA and senior-level finance executive with 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, where she honed her expertise in navigating dynamic and highly regulated environments. In late 2023, she leveraged this experience to launch her own accounting and CFO practice, specializing in serving the cannabis & CBD/hemp industry.As a DOPE CFO Certified Advisor, Tressa guides companies through the unique financial and tax complexities of this emerging market. She empowers her clients to simplify their operations, gain valuable financial insights, and make data-driven decisions to optimize their businesses. Tressa is passionate about helping business owners build strong financial foundations, maintain compliance and achieve sustainable growth.
Mark and Michele's path began in 2019 with their first ayahuasca experience — a moment that opened the door to deep healing, clarity, and transformation. What started as a personal awakening quickly became a calling to help others find the same freedom, connection, and inner truth. Walking this medicine path reshaped their lives, their purpose, and their relationship. Guided by the belief that healing should be accessible, safe, andsupported, they set out to build spaces where people could learn, connect, and grow together.From that vision came The Plant Medicine Path, a thriving community dedicated to education, integration, and conscious living. Alongside it, theylaunched Mama Dose, offering micro-dosing support and high-integrity products for daily mental clarity — and Medicine with the Medals, a podcast sharing realstories, wisdom, and heartfelt conversations about plant medicine and personal transformation. Their mission is simple:To empower others through education, community, and the healing intelligenceof plant medicines.Because when people feel supported, informed, and connected, transformationbecomes possible — for individuals and for the world.
On each side of the river stood the tree of life, bearing twelve crops of fruit, yielding its fruit every month. And the leaves of the tree are for the healing of the nations.
José Pereira is an international speaker, leadership coach, resilience expert and advocate with over 35 years in the oil and gas industry. His life took a dramatic turn when he was taken hostage in a foreign country, enduring nearly five years of captivity. During this dark period, his faith in God became his anchor, shaping his resilience and purpose.José shares his journey in his book, From Hero to Villain - My True Story of the CITGO6, where he explores lessons of faith, resilience and transformation. He has been featured on podcasts worldwide and hosts his own podcast, Building Resilience, inspiring audiences with insights on overcoming adversity and leading with empathy.As an advocate for the hostage community, José works to raise awareness and support families affected by hostage diplomacy. He remains deeply connected to his faith, actively participating in church service and using his experiences to inspire and uplift others. Today, through his coaching, speaking, and advocacy, José empowers leaders to balance success with purpose and resilience in their lives.
All natural ingredients, no synthetics. Mandy Lile's dedication to safe, effective skincare began at a young age. Witnessing firsthand the transformative power of botanicals in her skincare spa, Mandy was drawn to the potential of cannabinoids. After incorporating this ancient ingredient into her formula, the results were undeniable. In 2018, Potency No. 710 was born with authentic ingredients, not synthetics. Interestingly, Mandy's Dad spent 14 years in prison on marijuana charges. Mandy grew up with stigma but never succumbed to it, she ascended.
the Religion Business is a docu-series that focuses on churches that expend great energy and efforts to ensure they do not have to be transparent with how they spend the tithes and donations people give, in the name of Jesus.
Ruth Fisher, Ph.D., is a systems design researcher, modeler, and analyst. She studies markets to determine how environments shape outcomes. Dr. Fisher has 30 years of experience in the technology and healthcare industries and has worked on behalf of technology companies, early-stage researchers, physicians, and technology start-ups.Dr. Fisher came to cannabis in 2016 to help her brother figure out how to use medical cannabis to address his MS-induced neuropathic pain. Since then, she's become an ardent researcher and advocate for medical cannabis use. As an economist, she's also fascinated by cannabis technologies and market dynamics – how the industry is evolving for both medical and adult use, and how well the industry is serving the different market participants.Dr. Fisher is author of,The Medical Cannabis Primer: Ushering in the Golden Age of Marijuana.
Ryan “420 Chief” Johnson is a 20-year retired U.S. Navy Chief who found new purpose through healing and advocacy. After leaving the service, he quit drinking and got off all prescription medications with the help of cannabis. That journey inspired him to write Strains for Pains, a book designed to educate others on the healing benefits of cannabis and help people document their own wellness paths. He later launched the 420 Chief Podcast, where he shares powerful veteran stories of recovery and transformation through plant medicine. His mission grew into Break Stigmas, a nonprofit that bridges the gap between veterans and civilians through meetups, education, and awareness of the veteran suicide crisis.Ryan is also the founder of Sunnyside of Chief, a veteran-owned CBD brand focused on improving quality of life through natural healing. Whether through his podcast, his nonprofit, or his live “music therapy” sessions on TikTok, Ryan continues to lead with purpose — showing others that we are #NeverAlone, always #BetterTogether, and committed to #End22aDay.
A person's wisdom brightens their face and changes its hard appearance. Do not conform to the patterns of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.
Jack is a Boston-based investigative reporter covering the psychedelic and cannabis legalization movements in New England and nationwide. His reporting has been published by the Boston Institute for Nonprofit Journalism (BINJ), by Talking Joints Memo, DoubleBlind Magazine, Filter Magazine, Psychedelic Alpha, and more. It's a great conversation.
Dr. Anderson graduated from the University of Manitoba in 2011 and finished her residency in Family Medicine, and she is proud to say she is a Metis physician born and raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Dr. Anderson's passion for Cannabinoid medicine started in 2017, when her son with intractable epilepsy had failed all treatments and she was forced to close her practice. Seizing multiple times per hour she knew the outlook was dire, and after one dose of CBD she saw dramatic results. Since then, Dr. Anderson has committed herself to helping other children who have failed all options explore cannabinoids, and she has seen amazing results.
The hired hand is not the shepherd and does not own the sheep. So when he sees the wolf coming, he abandons the sheep and runs away.
The Strategic Veteran was founded by Adam Peters. After 13 years of active-duty service in the U.S. Army, Adam found the transition to civilian life full of pitfalls, untrustworthy "gurus", and of course, thousands of courses and communities promising everything under the sun. Adam's goal for The Strategic Veteran is to ensuremilitary transition to civilian life is smooth and frictionless as possible. Helping to curb veteran suicide is the ultimate purpose that goes far beyondbusiness. We're here for you. Veterans of all walks of life.
John Bailey is a father, entrepreneur and mindset coach who helps leaders, creators and men of faith master clarity and execution in a distracted world. With over 15 years in product innovation and leadership, John has worked with global brands while building platforms that merge technology, purpose and personal growth. Through his coaching company, The Mindset Genesis, John challenges people to slow down, think deeper and lead with conviction rather than noise. He brings a rare mix of faith, experience and straight talk to every conversation about influence, responsibility and the modern battle for attention.
Nose rings were used to depict someone with an ability to discern a matter. An ability to unpackage words and correctly understand the direction you are being pointed toward.
Legacy 420 is Canada's first indigenous medical marijuana production and dispensary company and has been in business for over a decade. Tim Barnhart is Legacy 420's founder and current owner, and he put Legacy 420 up for sale. Tim tells the story of how Legacy 420 came to be and offers his contact information for serious buyers in our conversation.
Terese Bowors is a renowned health advocate, Cannabis Educator, Ceremony Guide and Oracle with over 15 years of experience working with Cannabis as a sacred ally. She brings the wisdom of a life shaped by spiritual reclamation, chronic illness, and the journey of raising two children with complex health needs.Based in the city of Nelson, British Colombia, Canada, Terese creates grounded and transformative spaces that invite others into alignment with their bodies, their breath and the sacred intelligence of the plant world. Her approach blends science, somatic awareness and intuitive guidance to support nervous system regulation, spiritual connection and personal insight. Terese is known for her grace, compassion, and ability to hold safe, sacred space for profound transformation.
Grace defined: 1) Elegance or beauty of form, manner, motion or action. 2) A pleasing or attractive quality or endowment. 3) Favor or goodwill. 4) A manifestation of favor, especially by a superior.
The objective of the American Journal of Endocannabinoid Medicine is to help educate medical professionals on the role of the endocannabinoid system in homeostasis, and as a therapeutic target for cannabis and cannabinoid prescription and non-prescription products. Ken Watkins is the Publisher of the American Journal of Endocannabinoid Medicine.
Angie Roullier is a medical marijuana patient in the State of Michigan and she is the author of, Pot for the People, in stores now and, The Blue Print for Bud Tenders, which releases in February of 2026.
Thoughts arrive like butterflies, but he don't know, so he pushes them away. - Pearl Jam's, Even Flow
Born and raised in Jamaica and now residing in Detroit, Michigan, Leon Small has developed a 100% organic pesticide, ALLPERPLUS, which is available in the United States, Trinidad & Tobago, South Africa and Jamaica. He is also the author of, Organic Living From a Bald Headed Rasta. Leon and Miguel talk about ALLPERPLUS, Leon's book and also Leon's belief system growing up in Jamaica and how his move to the United States surprised him in a way that he had not anticipated.
Dr. Robert Brodnick, known to many as Dr. Bob, is a chemist, entrepreneur, and founder of PhenoTerps LLC, a company specializing in product formulation, compliance, and technical services. His work spans research and development in beverage formulations,botanical terpene and flavor applications, and ISO 17025 testing laboratory design-build, and operations. With a background in music, chemistry, andentrepreneurship, Dr. Bob has a unique perspective on the intersection of science, culture, and creativity. His recent focus includes advancing the cannabis and hemp industries through both scientific rigor and systems design, while also exploring deeper questions of coherence, intelligence, and the nature of reality.
Strength made perfect in the weakness of human beings.
Trent Hancock is the former head breeder for Creswell Oreganics and a former owner in Crater Enterprises. In 1998 he started indoor growing in Portland's legendarycannabis community and went on to build his first commercial grow in Montana in 2008. Trent spent the next eight years in Montana consulting the largest indoor cannabis facilities in the country at the time, prior to Colorado 2014. Realizing that large scale commercial grows had bug and mold problems that were nearly impossible to control without spraying flowering plants, he starteddeveloping a controlled air system that prevented the need for spraying. In 2014, Trent teamed up withShayney Norick and her medical cannabis company in Montana. Gaining the space and ability to refine his air system, he utilized his Navy Seabee Dad's low voltage electronics experience to build his first control panel. This was thefirst control panel ever built that brings in high volumes of fresh air while running high altitude temperature algorithms, and no need for pesticides.After decades of knowledge and experience in the legacy and medical marijuana arenas, he is a qualityand testing expert.
Lee Simpson is the founder of King Harvest Wellness and kingharvest.org - A critical illness medical cannabis oil provider that focuses on no obligation patient consultation and education. King Harvest makes - flower only - 3rd party lab tested medicines for critical illness and disease eradication. Full Extract Cannabis Oil (FECO) - Rick Simpson Oil (RSO) in critical illness has allowed for organizations to take a Christ centered approach by providing sun grown medical cannabis oils “as they were created” and naturally intended by the Lord himself. We focus on getting people “better” instead of getting people “high” - We have a Christ centered conservative and responsible approach designed to eliminate the underlying cause of the disease itself and allows for direct ministry with patients at critical times.
The ability to change from the inside out and from the outside in.
Dr. Randall Hansen is an advocate, educator, mentor, ethicist, and thought-leader helping the world heal from past trauma. Having been on a successful wellness journey that turned into a healing journey, all Dr. Hansen wants is to help other people find TRUE healing – not simply symptom management – because true healing opens us up to finally understanding who we are and what we are meant to do and be.He is the author of the groundbreaking book, 'Triumph Over Trauma: Psychedelic Medicines are Helping People Heal Their Trauma, Change Their Lives and Grow Their Spirituality'; and the well-received, 'HEAL! Wholistic Practices to Help Clear Your Trauma, Heal Yourself, and Live Your Best Life.' Dr. Hansen's focus and advocacy center around true healing, healing that results in being able to live an authentic life filled with peace, joy, love.
Gary Hess is the founder and Executive Director of the Veterans Alliance for Holistic Alternatives (VAHA), CEO of Teleleaf, and Founder of, Warrior Tribe Assembly – organizations he founded to help destigmatize and provide access to medical cannabis.Gary served in the Marine Corps for 11 years, both enlisted and as an Infantry Officer. After serving during the heaviest levels of fighting in Irag, Gary experienced the challenges of living with PTSD, traumatic brain injury, chronic pain, and pharmaceutical dependency first-hand. He used cannabis not only to manage his conditions safely on his path to recovery, but also to catalyze and expedite Post-Traumatic Growth. He is now an advocate and activist for the use of medical cannabis in post-traumatic recovery – both for veterans and trauma survivors.
"I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief!"-Human Beings
In 2009 Owen raised a constitutional challenge called R v Smith that is the most successful cannabis case in Canadian history, legalizing the process of cannabis extraction so that people and companies could make extracts, edibles and oils.Owen Smith possesses a wide range of cannabis industry subject matter expertise based on two decades of working with patients, advocates, dispensaries, non-profits, producers and processors as well as one of the worlds largest cannabis corporations. Owen is a storyteller, multi-media artist, videographer, writer, juggler and musician.
Dr. Geoff Cutter, universally known by his patients as Dr Geoff, migrated to Australia from the United Kingdom five years after gaining his medical degree at St. Thomas Hospital in London. Seeking sun and adventure, his initial post was in a remote outback town in New South Wales called, Bourke. Working with just two colleagues, versatility and multiple skills were the name of the game for helping patients. After that, he worked 15 years in Emergency Room medicine followed by 12 years of Remote and Rural general Family Practice. Five years ago a colleague brought medicinal cannabis to Dr Geoff's attention and he was rapidly fascinated by its huge potential to achieve good outcomes as a therapy. He attained the Australian government's Federal 'Prescriber' ticket and established his own boutique, Metamorphosis Health Span (MMHS) clinic. Through MMHS, he offers Holistic Health Care with an emphasis on the Endo-Cannabinoid System (ECS)."I really love that every day still brings fresh challenges and new knowledge," -Dr. Geoff Dr. Geoff believes in using full spectrum and whole plant preparations to optimise the Entourage effect. "Cannabis as a medicine is intensely personal and needs fine tuning to each Client. Together, we set Goals and then work together to achieve them.."
Pull back the layers covering you under the sun to reveal what life is above the sun.
At 63, Chef Wayne Howey is a semi-retired professional chef who was born and raised on a small family farm. He is now working in the CBD, hemp and cannabis industry for a very simple and profound reason: Life. Chef Wayne was diagnosed with skin cancer, was uninsured and did not have $80k for the first surgery. Listen to how Chef Wayne Howey became cancer free. The Door Is OpenEverything ChangesLove One Another
Dr. Geoff Cutter, universally known by his patients as Dr Geoff, migrated to Australia from the UK five years after gaining his medical degree at St Thomas Hospital in, London. Seeking sun and adventure his initial post was in a remote outback town in New South Wales called, Bourke. Working with just two colleagues, versatility and multiple skills were the name of the game for treating patients. After this tour, he worked 15 years in Emergency Room medicine followed by 12 years of Remote and Rural general Family Practice.In 2020 a colleague brought Medicinal cannabis to Dr. Geoff's attention and he was rapidly fascinated by its huge potential to achieve good outcomes as a therapy. He trained for and attained the Australian Federal government's 'Prescriber' ticket and established his own boutique, Metamorphosis Health Span clinic (MMHS). Through MMHS, he offers Holistic Health Care with an emphasis on the Endo-Cannabinoid System."I really love that every day still brings fresh challenges and new knowledge," -Dr. Geoff Dr. Geoff believes in using Full Spectrum and Whole Plant preparations to optimise the Entourage effect. "Cannabis as a medicine is intensely personal and needs fine tuning to each Client. Together ,we set Goals and then work together to achieve them."
Road maps for where you need and want to go. Travel is something many of us think of as a physical movement of our mortal frame, our body. Travel starts in the inner-person far before the body takes the first step of a journey.
All paths in life come with challenges, struggles and confrontations. Fidel Paulino is a professional mixed-martial artist who has competed in kickboxing and currently competes in mixed-martial arts and bareknuckle mixed-martial arts. Hand to hand combat is deeper than the enthusiasm of entertainment. It begins in the spirit.
Evan Bentz is a Medical Cannabis Educator with a Masters degree in Medical Cannabis science and therapeutics from the University of Maryland's school of pharmacy. Evan is the Vice President of Compassionate Alternative Care, a medical cannabis physician group with locations in both Jacksonville and West Palm Beach, Florida. With seven years of experience in the traditional healthcare industry as a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Personal Trainer, Evan is now committed to helping patients make informed decisions about medical cannabis use. His passion for industry transparency, education, and advocacy ensures patient rapport and comfort, a piece Evan believes is the foundation of gold-standard patient care.
Dr. Chris Slininger has been serving the Tampa Bay community since 2013. He is one of less than 80 Craniocervical Specialists nationwide and one of only two Certified Advanced Orthogonists with this degree. He has been featured on TV and as well as an Upper Cervical Care documentary titled, The Secret to Healing.As a Craniocervical Specialist, he practices with a focus on helping patients that have had prolonged and complex neurological issues like headaches, migraines, post-concussive injuries, dysautonomia, dizziness & vertigo, balance issues, brain fog, and much more. His specific approach is to identify the root of the issue, explain it, and strategize the most logical approach to the long-term resolution of the health issue using cutting-edge technology and techniques in upper cervical care and functional neurology. Dr. Slininger uses a gentle and non-invasive approach to correcting the spine with percussive sound waves. This "sonic hammer" approach is called Advanced Orthogonal. Dr. Slininger is a U.S. Army veteran, serving oversees during Operation Iraqi Freedom. He served as an engineer and a Training NCO in the Medical Corps for nine years. He serves as the Executive Director of the AdvancedOrthogonal Institute, training doctors around the country on the cutting-edge technique called Advanced Orthogonal. He has served on the Board of Directors of the International Chiropractic Association's Council on Upper Cervical Care. He is the founder of Synapse Continuing Education, a company dedicated to providing cross-professional education for healthcare provider on some of the most cutting edge content, topics, procedures, and technology. He is a professional speaker and teaches continuing education nationwide. He has also developed many online health courses for patients such as Health By God's Design, The Eating Perfectly Masterclass, and more. www.cerebralchiropractic.com
Megan is the revolutionary force behind EntheaCare (Trusted Canna Nurse) and she is a registered nurse with over 13 years of experience in nursing. In 2022, she founded Trusted Canna Nurse to bridge the gap between patients and the powerful benefits of cannabis as medicine. She and her team also crafted a therapeutic line of hemp products, including tinctures, edibles, topicals, and suppositories.After transforming her life through a microdosing program in 2023, Megan expanded her offerings to include microdosing programs and transitioned the company name to EntheaCare in July of 2025. With a master's degree in medical cannabis therapeutics, Megan is passionate about educating others on thehealing power of cannabis and psychedelics, sharing her expertise both in person and online, and ending the stigma of plant medicine.
Oran is a widely and well know cannabis advocate who has brought his knowledge, experience and network to the State of Florida. In his 20's, Oran was a semi-pro soccer player who suffered a horrific automobilecrash. Since then, Oran has intentionally sought life with an energy that chooses to see the good in people before anything else. He is an amazing soul and you will enjoy hearing him in conversation.
Emily Knife, RN, MSN, is a visionary nurse leader andfounder of Modern Nurse Fest and the School of Modern Nursing. With over a decade of clinical experience, she pioneers the field of somatic nursing,blending neuroscience, somatic healing, and integrative health to empower nurses and healthcare leaders. As a sought-after speaker, educator, and host of the Modern Nurse Podcast, Emily inspires nurses to embrace resilience, authenticity, and innovative career paths through her Somatic Nurse Coach Certification, retreats, and global events like Modern Nurse Fest, redefining nursing for the modern era.
Julie Ann Mejia is the CEO and Founder of Holistic Hemp Solutions INC. She holds a BS in Psychology from Salem State University with a concentration in cognitive neuroscience and research. After completing her undergraduate studies, she was burned out from writing research papers and wanted to work hands-on with psychiatric and cognitively impaired patients. Her story with hemp/cannabis began after a work related injury. She was employed as a coordinator at anon-profit agency working with adolescents with cognitive, behavioral and psychological issues. In 2013, her life was drastically altered by a work related injury. She suffered from complications due to the injuries and developed a rare pain disorder called reflex sympathetic dystrophy (RSD). Julie was prescribed several opioids, but thepharmaceuticals failed to relieve her pain, and they also made her extremely sick. This was a turning point in Julie's life where she decided to take her health into her own hands and seek alternative treatments.
Jaesen Kanter is a USAF veteran whose life was forever changed when he served as a first responder to the crash of a C-5 Galaxy at Ramstein Air Base; a tragedy that claimed 13 lives. This pivotal experience set him on a profound healing journey that spans over three decades. While struggling with severe PTSD and experiencing the limitations of conventional treatments, Jaesen became an advocate for alternative healing approaches, founding Humboldt Oil and Two Trees Botanicals to develop plant-based alternatives to pharmaceutical medications. His work bridgesmultiple worlds; military and civilian, traditional and holistic medicine- as he champions transformative healing for veterans and others suffering from trauma.A UCLA Film School Alumni, Jaesen now combines his creative background with his lived experience to advocate for healthcare innovation and reform within the VA system. His mission is deeply personal: ensuring that healing is accessible to all who need it, particularly those from marginalized communities. Through hisadvocacy, entrepreneurship, and personal testimony, Jaesen works to create understanding and acceptance of diverse healing modalities that address thewhole person—mind, body, and spirit.
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