The Hemp Startup Journey

Self-taught cannabis cultivator and business owner, Brandon Banks, stands up for minority inclusion in the industry both as an individual and as a member of Minority Cannabis Business Association. Listen to his passionate journey of getting into the industry from growing sprouts in his basement to award-winning cannabis strains, and becoming a dispensary owner. Despite more state regulations being progressively created in the US, there are significant gaps on social equity and industry accessibility to minorities. Community reinvestment and license openings are just a couple of goals in the MCBA's work. Their members participate in policy creation to raise these matters and aim for more inclusive legal frameworks. You can get in touch with Brandon at brandonb@minoritycannabis.org or visit https://minoritycannabis.org/ to learn more. Who is Brandon Banks? Brandon Banks is a member of the Minority Cannabis Business Association, the Co-Founder and former Chief Operating Officer of Natural Selections Dispensary in Northglenn Colorado. After years of working for several fortune 500 companies including McDonald's Co, JP Morgan Chase, and Philip Morris, Brandon moved to Colorado and transitioned to the medical marijuana industry. Beginning his career as a master grower he cultivated several award-winning cannabis strains during his time at Green Man Cannabis including High Times Cannabis Cup winning genetics.   About Spectrum Labs At Spectrum Labs, we source local hemp and extract high-quality Full Spectrum Hemp extracts that even our families can use. Spectrum Labs can manufacture these full-spectrum hemp extracts: *Crude *Distillate *Tinctures *Gummies *Lotions *Custom formulations To learn more about Spectrum Labs, visit www.TheSpectrumLabs.com or contact us at (828) 229-7952 Asheville, NC ***If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than a minute, and it really makes a difference in helping Apple recommend the show to new listeners. I also love reading the reviews!

Our conversation with Bill Loucks went around the perception cops have on hemp and cannabis, how consumers and businesses in the industry can contribute to a safer use and what further is there to do about a broader awareness of hemp. Bill started with a couple stories that led to his mindset switch from regarding hemp as a dangerous substance to becoming a commodity. Moving on, Bill shared his view on law enforcement pointing out that most police officers are unaware of the difference between hemp and cannabis, which leads to confusion and also strengthens stereotypes. Following the latter, he listed best practice tips for consumers and businesses in the hemp industry, to support the authorities to determine the legality of the product being used or manufactured. For growers, he explained why it is important to communicate with the police on harvest season. Bill finished with his consideration on the next step in the transition to greater social acceptance around hemp-derived products. You can reach out to Bill at www.HempCops.com or Bill@hempcops.com to get further guidance and information on training programs. Who is William "Bill" Loucks? Bill is currently an instructor/course developer for the North Carolina Department of Justice-Justice Academy (NCJA) in Edneyville, North Carolina. Bill is the North Carolina state school director for the prescription drug diversion investigator and supervisors commissioned courses. Bill is also the qualified assistant (Q.A.) state school director over the specialized explosives & hazardous materials commissioned course. Bill currently develops narcotic and gang lesson plans for the North Carolina Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) and in-service training for the 35,000 plus sworn law enforcement officers in NC. He also develops and instructs various narcotics courses for NCJA. Bill is a sworn deputy (reserve) with the Henderson County Sheriff's Office in NC. He is also an associate board member for the International Narcotics Interdiction Association (INIA). Bill has instructed more than 6000 people in narcotics, clandestine lab, and gang issues to include judges, district attorneys, grand juries, community leaders, educators, doctors, nurses, and police and fire personnel.   About Spectrum Labs At Spectrum Labs, we source local hemp and extract high-quality Full Spectrum Hemp extracts that even our families can use. Spectrum Labs can manufacture these full-spectrum hemp extracts: *Crude *Distillate *Tinctures *Gummies *Lotions *Custom formulations To learn more about Spectrum Labs, visit www.TheSpectrumLabs.com or contact us at (828) 229-7952 Asheville, NC ***If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than a minute, and it really makes a difference in helping Apple recommend the show to new listeners. I also love reading the reviews!  

There are approximately 3,000 CBD brands in the United States; how do you stand out in such a large crowd? Best-selling business author Mike Michalowicz joined us to shed a light on differentiating your business, one particular frustration for many hemp entrepreneurs. From systematizing our business, to taking on the courage to be different than the competition, Mike shares advice for those seeking to turn their brands into unique players in their field. Spoiler alert: you may start with something really small, you don't have to re-invent your industry. For exclusive resources from Mike to our podcast listeners go here. Mike's new book Get Different will launch in September and can be found here.   Who is Mike Michalowicz? Mike Michalowicz is the entrepreneur behind three multimillion dollar companies and is the author of Profit First, Clockwork, The Pumpkin Plan, and his newest book, Fix This Next. Mike is a former small business columnist for The Wall Street Journal and regularly travels the globe as as an entrepreneurial advocate. To learn more about Mike and get access to a treasure trove of entrepreneurial tips, visit www.MikeMichalowicz.com.   About Spectrum Labs At Spectrum Labs, we source local hemp and extract high-quality Full Spectrum Hemp extracts that even our families can use. Spectrum Labs can manufacture these full-spectrum hemp extracts: *Crude *Distillate *Tinctures *Gummies *Lotions *Custom formulations To learn more about Spectrum Labs, visit www.TheSpectrumLabs.com or contact us at (828) 229-7952 Asheville, NC ***If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than a minute, and it really makes a difference in helping Apple recommend the show to new listeners. I also love reading the reviews!  

Creativity and Cannabis go together. In this episode, Jade and Harlee, owners of Ladies of Paradise and Lady Jays prove the point. They use branding, unique events, and their own line of smokables to make people, especially women, feel comfortable with consumption of cannabis. Learn how Jade and Harlee do really cool branding that gets people talking and sharing their message. The Ladies shared their perspective on industrial hemp for the future, and how positioning themselves with hemp today is strategic to take on upcoming opportunities arising from new regulations. The conversation wrapped up with a brief story highlighting how their business has taken part in opportunities for giving back to society. Get in touch with Ladies of Paradise at: Web: Ladies of Paradise / Lady Jays Instagram: @ladiesofparadise @smokeladyjays @heyjadehey @harleecase   What is Ladies of Paradise? Jade Daniels, CEO of Ladies of Paradise & Lady Jays Harlee Case, COO of Ladies of Paradise & Lady Jays Ladies of Paradise is a women-positive creative agency based in Portland, Oregon, where women are appreciated, celebrated and supported. Currently, LoP offers cannabis event planning services, graphic design, packaging, creative content development, educational meetups, and product lines ranging from clothing to CBD products, as well as the new LoP cannabis and hemp CBD & CBG pre-rolls, Lady Jays. LoP works to uplift, unite, and educate individuals in an effort to normalize cannabis by means of fashion, community and culture. Through their themed cannabis events and community of women of all shapes, sizes, and colors, LoP aims to elevate the aesthetic and remove the stigma from cannabis and the people who make up this community.   About Spectrum Labs At Spectrum Labs, we source local hemp and extract high-quality Full Spectrum Hemp extracts that even our families can use. Spectrum Labs can manufacture these full-spectrum hemp extracts: *Crude *Distillate *Tinctures *Gummies *Lotions *Custom formulations To learn more about Spectrum Labs, visit www.TheSpectrumLabs.com or contact us at (828) 229-7952 Asheville, NC ***If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than a minute, and it really makes a difference in helping Apple recommend the show to new listeners. I also love reading the reviews!

In this engaging conversation with FDA compliance expert Asa Waldstein, we discuss how to avoid a FDA warning letter which surprisingly goes way beyond what businesses state on a product label. We cover best practices for CBD company social media managers, effective marketing messages with lower risk language, dos and don'ts of reposting and hashtags, mitigating compliance risk, avoiding making CBD health claims and how to market your products instead. You will find out what it means for Asa to Create Authentic Excitement in your differentiation strategy and the peace of mind you may get from it. We also discuss cGMP compliance and Asa's recommendations for Spectrum Labs' GMP accreditation journey. You may connect with Asa on his LinkedIn and website. Read more about the Warning Letter Review blog post referenced in this episode.   Who is Asa Waldstein? Founder & Principal: Supplement Advisory Group American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) Cannabis Committee Chair Asa Waldstein is a Certified Clinical Herbalist (CCH) with 20 years of experience developing and implementing compliant marketing and cGMP manufacturing processes in the dietary supplement and hemp industries. Asa has formulated, manufactured, and marketed hundreds of products in a compliant manner and has helped oversee three FDA CFR 111 audits without any 483s. Asa is Chair of AHPA's (American Herbal Products Association) Cannabis Committee. He is also founder and principal of the consulting company Supplement Advisory Group and his Regulatory Education Series platform hosts free events for the community on FDA/FTC enforcement trend analysis, social media marketing principles, and manufacturing efficiency principles.   About Spectrum Labs At Spectrum Labs, we source local hemp and extract high-quality Full Spectrum Hemp extracts that even our families can use. Spectrum Labs can manufacture these full-spectrum hemp extracts: *Crude *Distillate *Tinctures *Gummies *Lotions *Custom formulations To learn more about Spectrum Labs, visit www.TheSpectrumLabs.com or contact us at (828) 229-7952 Asheville, NC ***If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than a minute, and it really makes a difference in helping Apple recommend the show to new listeners. I also love reading the reviews!

One of the most relevant personalities in the Cannabis Industry, Nancy Whiteman shares her insights on the creation of brands and products in a highly competitive, challenging and saturated market. Amidst bigger competition, unclear regulations and more selective dispensaries, Nancy stands by starting with the value and with the product rather than on visual aspects. For Wana Brands introducing gummies was a novelty, and even so they dedicated effort to improving their manufacturing process to elevate the product quality - resulting in a key market differentiator. How can a Cannabis company decide where to focus as they grow and scale? Nancy talks about understanding the market and the powerful role of innovation in the cannabis and hemp space, which also represents a huge source of opportunities when combined with market and consumer research. Wrapping up, our guest shares her take on how entrepreneurs should prepare for the future in the hemp space You may connect with Nancy on her LinkedIn. Who is Nancy Whiteman? Heralded as “The Queen of Legal Weed” by Inc. (May 2017) and “The Martha Stewart of Edibles” by Entrepreneur (Jan. 2019), Nancy Whiteman is CEO of Wana Brands, North America's No 1 producer of top selling cannabis infused products. The portfolio of diverse forms--including four different CBD/THC ratios as well as a variety of different dosages, onset times and duration of effects--is designed so products can be used singly or in combination to address specific health, wellness and recreational needs. Nancy leads the company's strategic vision and has been instrumental in Wana Brands' growth into new and emerging markets.  She also directs the development of partnerships and licensing agreements domestically and internationally. Nancy founded Wana Wellness Hemp Herbal Supplements leveraging her expertise in cannabinoid innovation and product development. Nancy serves on the Marijuana Business Daily Advisory Board and the Benzinga Cannabis Advisory Board. She was recognized as one of Green Entrepreneur's 35 Most Influential Women in Cannabis (May 2020) and named MJBizDaily's first-ever Industry Impact Award Winner (December 2019). She was one of six women included in High Times 100 (March 2019) and was listed as No. 3 in Cannabis Business Executive's 2019 Power Women in Cannabis (May 2019). She is a member of the Colorado Cannabis Manufacturers Association, National Cannabis Industry Association, Cannabis Trade Federation and Marijuana Policy Project. Prior to Wana, Nancy was a principal with The Whiteman Group, a sales and marketing consultancy, and previously held a range of senior level marketing and business development positions including Vice President, Marketing and New Corporate Ventures for the Paul Revere Insurance Group in Massachusetts. Nancy holds a Bachelor of Science from Cornell University and an MBA from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst.   --- About Spectrum Labs At Spectrum Labs, we source local hemp and extract high-quality Full Spectrum Hemp extracts that even our families can use. Spectrum Labs can manufacture these full-spectrum hemp extracts: *Crude *Distillate *Tinctures *Gummies *Lotions *Custom formulations To learn more about Spectrum Labs, visit www.TheSpectrumLabs.com or contact us at (828) 229-7952 Asheville, NC ***If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than a minute, and it really makes a difference in helping Apple recommend the show to new listeners. I also love reading the reviews!

Running for NC Agriculture and Consumer Affairs Commissioner, Jenna Wadsworth, is here to talk about the responsibilities of a commissioner of agriculture which include protecting, maintaining and enhancing the production of North Carolina agriculture, as well as promoting public health programs. We also discussed how the legalization of the hemp industry could be an opportunity for farmers in North Carolina.   Wadsworth is committed to take care of social, environmental and economic justice. She wants to address environmental issues especially for those who have suffered through natural disasters. Additionally, Wadsworth said she wants to emphasize the reality of climate change.   Who is Jenna Wadsworth?   Jenna Wadsworth was born in Raleigh, but she grew up off a dirt road on her grandparents' farm in Johnston County which raised hogs, cattle, chickens, corn, cotton, soybeans, and tobacco. Wadsworth made history a decade ago—at the age of 21—by becoming the youngest woman ever elected to political office in North Carolina. For the past decade, she has served the people of Wake County as a Soil and Water Conservation District Supervisor.   Jenna Wadsworth is running for NC Commissioner of Agriculture on a platform of protecting our small, family farmers; legalizing cannabis; combating climate change; advocating for farmworkers; and expanding both broadband access and healthcare options in our rural communities.   She is a graduate of both the NC School of Science and Mathematics in Durham and NC State University. She is the Co-Founder of the progressive nonprofit New Leaders Council - North Carolina, as well as the managing partner of her small business. Last year, Wadsworth was appointed to the NC Advisory Committee of the US Global Leadership Coalition. She is currently tending 45 rows of fruits and vegetables, fruit trees and vines, as well as nut trees this season on her family farm.   Her campaign is proudly endorsed by over 100 current and former elected officials, including former Commissioner of Agriculture—Britt Cobb, former NC Court of Appeals Judge Linda Stephens, EMILY's List, the NC AFL-CIO, the NC Association of Educators, the NC Sierra Club, and others.   For more information, please visit: https://www.jennawadsworth.com/   About Spectrum Labs   At Spectrum Labs, we source local hemp and extract high-quality Full Spectrum Hemp extracts that even our families can use.   Spectrum Labs can manufacture these full-spectrum hemp extracts: THCP products! [brand new!] Crude Distillate Tinctures CBD + CBG Gummies Lotions Custom formulations   To learn more about Spectrum Labs, visit www.TheSpectrumLabs.com or contact us at (828) 229-7952 Asheville, NC     **If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than a minute, and it really makes a difference in helping Apple recommend the show to new listeners. I also love reading the reviews!

NC-based Agricultural Law Lecturer, Dr. Marne Coit, is back to talk about the expiration of state hemp pilot programs at the end of October 2020. We discussed anticipated changes to licensing, compliance testing, and regulations when the program ends. This is an important topic as people in the state have concerns, anxiety over what's going to happen next, and how it will impact entrepreneurs, farmers, etc.   Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the guest's employers. The guest is not providing legal guidance.   Who is Dr. Marne Coit? Marne Coit's research and teaching focuses on food, agricultural and hemp law. She is a member of the NC State Extension hemp team. Dr. Coit earned her Master's degree in Environmental Law and JD from Vermont Law School, and her LLM in Food and Agricultural Law from the University of Arkansas School of Law in Fayetteville. You can learn more about the NC State Hemp Extension program by visiting their website.   About Spectrum Labs At Spectrum Labs, we source local hemp and extract high-quality Full Spectrum Hemp extracts that even our families can use.   Spectrum Labs can manufacture these full-spectrum hemp extracts: THCP products! [brand new!] Crude Distillate Tinctures CBD + CBG Gummies Lotions Custom formulations   To learn more about Spectrum Labs, visit www.TheSpectrumLabs.com or contact us at (828) 229-7952 Asheville, NC     ***If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than a minute, and it really makes a difference in helping Apple recommend the show to new listeners. I also love reading the reviews!

In this episode, I sit down with Nurse Practitioner Eloise Theisen. We discuss the challenges and opportunities with cannabis in healthcare. It's an important conversation because an increasing number of patients are using cannabis and so it's imperative that healthcare professionals are educated in this natural medicine. Who is Eloise Theisen? Eloise Theisen is a board certified Adult Geriatric Nurse Practitioner who specializes in cannabis therapy. For over 20 years, she has worked primarily with cancer, dementia and chronic pain patients. In the last 6 years, she has focused her efforts on cannabinoid therapies. Eloise has worked with over 6000 patients to help them effectively treat age-related and chronic illness with cannabis. Eloise is a co-founder and the Chief Executive Officer of Radicle Health and Radicle Health Clinician Network. Eloise was one of the first healthcare professionals to bring a clinical dosing regimen to the cannabis space. In 2019, she was elected President of the American Cannabis Nurses Association and will serve through 2022. In 2019, Eloise co-authored Pain Free with CBD: Everything You Need to Know to Safely and Effectively Use Cannabidiol with Alice O'LearyRandall   Source: https://greennursegroup.com/cannabis_nurses/eloise-theisen/    About Spectrum Labs At Spectrum Labs, we source local hemp and extract high-quality Full Spectrum Hemp extracts that even our families can use.   Spectrum Labs can manufacture these full-spectrum hemp extracts: THCP products! [brand new!] Crude Distillate Tinctures CBD + CBG Gummies Lotions Custom formulations   To learn more about Spectrum Labs, visit www.TheSpectrumLabs.com or contact us at (828) 229-7952 Asheville, NC     ***If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than a minute, and it really makes a difference in helping Apple recommend the show to new listeners. I also love reading the reviews!

Asheville-based attorney, Rod Kight, is back to discuss the new DEA rule on hemp extracts. Jason and Rod also discuss how the DEA claims that hemp extracts with Delta-9 THC above 0.3% is an illegal substance, synthetic cannabinoids like Delta-8 THC, as well as the crucial North Carolina hemp pilot program that's expiring in October 2020. Linked below are Rod's recent articles where he goes into detail on the current climate with the DEA on the hemp industry: DEA Just Dropped A Bomb On The Hemp Industry. Part 1: Hemp Extract DEA Just Dropped A Bomb On The Hemp Industry. Part 2: Delta-8 THC Who is Rod Kight? Rod Kight is the principal of Kight Law Office PC, which represents businesses in the cannabis industry, including hemp and CBD, throughout the USA and the world. Rod edits the popular Kight On Cannabis law blog and wrote “Cannabis Business Law-What You Need to Know”, a cannabis law primer for business executives published by Aspatore Books. Rod speaks at national cannabis conferences, drafts cannabis legislation, and is regularly quoted on cannabis matters in the media, including Time, Wall Street Journal, Business Insider, and Business Insurance. He was recently named a “Top 30 Powerful Cannabis Litigator” by MG Magazine and one of the “100 People You Should Know” by Hemp Connoisseur Magazine. Rod testified at the FDA public hearing on cannabis. He writes and sits on the advisory board for the American Journal of Endocannabinoid Medicine, a peer-reviewed publication. Rod believes strongly in personal and medical cannabis use for many reasons, including that it helped him during chemotherapy treatments for cancer. He is an attorney advocate for NORML, and a member of the International Cannabis Bar Association, the National Cannabis Industry Association, the Hemp Industries Association, the North Carolina Industrial Hemp Association, and the South Carolina Hemp Farmers Association. Rod is married to his elementary school sweetheart, Ashley. She is also his office manager. They raise 5 children. Rod plays guitar in a rock band. You may contact him by email at rod@cannabusiness.law or phone (828-255-9881). About Spectrum Labs At Spectrum Labs, we source local hemp and extract high-quality Full Spectrum Hemp extracts that even our families can use. Spectrum Labs can manufacture these full-spectrum hemp extracts: THCP products! [brand new!] Crude Distillate Tinctures CBD + CBG Gummies Lotions Custom formulations To learn more about Spectrum Labs, visit www.TheSpectrumLabs.com or contact us at (828) 229-7952 Asheville, NC ***If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than a minute, and it really makes a difference in helping Apple recommend the show to new listeners. I also love reading the reviews!

Podcast Show Notes with Blake Butler In this episode, Blake Butler, Executive Director of The North Carolina Industrial Hemp Association (NCIHA), discusses why he's expanding the association. The new association is called South East Hemp Association (SEHA) and will cover the bioregion. Jason and Blake also discuss the current state of hemp in North Carolina and the surrounding region, the great opportunities and the primary issues that should concern all of us. Selected Links Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Play |YouTube Who is Blake Butler? Blake Butler is the co-founder of HempX and has been involved in the political, business, and activist side of industrial hemp industry in since 2014. Blake has organized hemp focused educational events in North Carolina, Kentucky, and Virginia and planted hemp for fiber and CBD with farming partners Franny and Jeff Tacy in 2017-18. Blake is also a partner in Adapt Public Relations in Asheville, NC. Contact Blake Butler on the NCIHA website: https://www.ncindhemp.org/ About Spectrum Labs At Spectrum Labs, we source local hemp and extract high-quality Full Spectrum Hemp extracts that even our families can use. Spectrum Labs can manufacture these full-spectrum hemp extracts: THCP products! [brand new!] Crude Distillate Tinctures CBD + CBG Gummies Lotions Custom formulations To learn more about Spectrum Labs, visit www.TheSpectrumLabs.com or contact us at (828) 229-7952 Asheville, NC ***If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review. It takes less than a minute, and it really makes a difference in helping Apple recommend the show to new listeners. I also love reading the reviews!

Podcast Show Notes with Dr. Byrareddy The entire world is looking for a solution to Coronavirus. And for good reason. As of early August 2020, 706,000 people have died from COVID-19 worldwide. In the United States alone, 160,000 people have died since the beginning of March 2020. Many researchers are putting in many hours of good work trying to figure out a solution. One of these scientists is Dr. Siddappa Byrareddy from the University of Nebraska Medical Center. We centered our conversation around his scientific article SARS-CoV2 induced respiratory distress: Can cannabinoids be added to anti-viral therapies to reduce lung inflammation? Dr. Siddappa Byrareddy, one of the authors, agreed to expand on his findings for the listeners of the Hemp Startup Journey. Not having a research background, I had many questions for Dr. Byrareddy to understand how CBD and cannabis can help COVID-induced lung inflammation. In this short conversation, Dr. Byrareddy explains some of his takeaways from sudying cannabis and HIV and how it lead him to study CBD's potential positive impact on COVID symptoms. Selected Links Support Dr. Byrareddy's research: Dr. Siddappa Byrareddy Research Support Fund Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Play |YouTube Who is Dr. Siddappa Byrareddy? Dr. Byrareddy received his PhD from the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences and JNCASR Bangalore, India and did his postdoctoral training from Dana-Farber Cancer Institute & Harvard Medical School, Boston. Dr. Siddappa Byrareddy is an Associate Professor at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. He holds a strong background in molecular biology, virology, immunology, systems biology and animal models background with expertise in the field of vaccines. He has published more than 50 original research papers in peer reviewed journals in the field of HIV/AIDS vaccines, pathogenesis, immunology and epidemiology. Dr Byrareddy's Bio on University of Nebraska Medical Center Website About Spectrum Labs At Spectrum Labs, we source local hemp and extract high-quality Full Spectrum Hemp extracts that even our families can use. Spectrum Labs can manufacture these full-spectrum hemp extracts: THCP products! [brand new!] Crude Distillate Tinctures CBD + CBG Gummies Lotions Custom formulations To learn more about Spectrum Labs, visit www.TheSpectrumLabs.com or contact us at (828) 229-7952 Asheville, NC ***If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than a minute, and it really makes a difference in helping Apple recommend the show to new listeners. I also love reading the reviews!

Podcast Show Notes with Daniel Shortt A few days ago I saw an email slide into my inbox. My first though when I saw the title was, "No, this must be a joke." The title was too intriguing to not read it. So I did. The next day, the article's author and I were on the phone discussing the topic and decided to share a lengthier conversation for you to digest. The author is attorney Daniel Shortt and the title of the article that peaked my curiosity: It's Time To Disband The DEA. Daniel suggests that the DEA, a 50-year old organization that has been an integral part of the US government, with a $3 billion budget and over 10,000 employees, should no longer exist. After my initial shock at his brazenness subsided, I was able to understand Daniel's two key arguments as reasons why the DEA should not exist anymore: The DEA contributes to a systemic racist policing system The DEA has not been effective at curtailing drug use or drug supply While Daniel holds a strong opinion, his main intent is to create a conversation about the DEA's role in our country and how drug use should be properly addressed. Selected Links Reefer Madness Movie The Miller Center (About President Richard Nixon's life, secret recordings and legacy) The New Jim Crowe (book) Drug Policy Alliance  Who is Daniel Shortt? Daniel Shortt is a business attorney at the Seattle office of Harris Bricken, a boutique law firm focusing international law and emerging markets such as marijuana and hemp. He works extensively with entrepreneurs in the cannabis industry and is an authority on legal issues relating to CBD and hemp laws. Daniel also assists clients with their corporate formation, transactional, licensing, regulatory, and litigation needs. Daniel is a frequent contributor to the Canna Law Blog. Find Daniel Shortt on Twitter Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the guest's employers. The guest is not providing legal guidance. About Spectrum Labs At Spectrum Labs, we source local hemp and extract high-quality Full Spectrum Hemp extracts that even our families can use. Spectrum Labs can manufacture these full-spectrum hemp extracts: THCP products! [brand new!] Crude Distillate Tinctures CBD + CBG Gummies Lotions Custom formulations To learn more about Spectrum Labs, visit www.TheSpectrumLabs.com or contact us at (828) 229-7952 Asheville, NC ***If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than a minute, and it really makes a difference in helping Apple recommend the show to new listeners. I also love reading the reviews!

Podcast Show Notes with Dr. Marne Coit This is a great conversation to listen to for anyone in the hemp community, but especially if you are a hemp farmer or are part of the hemp industry in North Carolina. In this episode I discuss with attorney and department of agriculture professor at NC State: The role of NC State on hemp market Dr. Coit's perspective on the CBD Oil market glut The current status of the NC Hemp pilot program and the risk of losing it in favor of following USDA guidelines https://hemp.ces.ncsu.edu/2020/04/status-quo-for-hemp-licenses-what-does-this-mean/ How farmers should think about whether to grow hemp for CBD oil this season Understanding and evaluating hemp contracts between farmers and processors What Dr. Coit would invest in if she had a million dollars And finally, my (possibly) silly idea that NC State could take on to fix the hemp industry marketplace trust issues Who is Dr. Marne Coit? Marne Coit's research and teaching focuses on food, agricultural and hemp law. She is a member of the NC State Extension hemp team. Dr. Coit earned her Master's degree in Environmental Law and JD from Vermont Law School, and her LLM in Food and Agricultural Law from the University of Arkansas School of Law in Fayetteville. You can learn more about the NC State Hemp Extension program by visiting their website. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the guest's employers. The guest is not providing legal guidance. About Spectrum Labs At Spectrum Labs, we source local hemp and extract high-quality Full Spectrum Hemp extracts that even our families can use. Spectrum Labs can manufacture these full-spectrum hemp extracts: Crude Distillate Tinctures Gummies Lotions Custom formulations To learn more about Spectrum Labs, visit www.TheSpectrumLabs.com or contact us at (828) 229-7952 Asheville, NC ***If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than a minute, and it really makes a difference in helping Apple recommend the show to new listeners. I also love reading the reviews!

Episode Show Notes Nick is the Director of Science & Innovation at Leafly, a company that focuses on educating its 2 million monthly visitors about cannabis strains.  In this episode we discuss: What the heck is a neuroscientist? The perception of traditional scientists and academics on the cannabis industry The correlation between research labs and business startups The Leafly Cannabis Guide. A huge move by Leafly to navigate away from the Indica vs Sativa recommendations to a more data-driven approach to show the chemical composition of each strain How Leafly collects and uses data to benefit the consumer Cannabis plant genetics, intellectual property and patenting strains Why Nick is excited about the future of the cannabis industry  

A lot of guys have this assumption or belief that, all along the way, all along the path of life that they need to know. They need to have things under control. They need to know what to do. They need to know where to go. They need to know what actions to take. And, that basic uncertainty, which is, which is just overwhelmingly true if we slow down enough to find it, is that during this time, we haven't. -Dan Doty Show Notes This is one of the most in-depth conversations I've had on this podcast. Dan is the co-founder of EVRYMAN and the host of the EVRYMAN podcast. Some of the topics we cover during this episode: How Dan helps men slow down enough to understand what's happening in their own minds Owning the uncertainty and discomfort of the CORONAVIRUS pandemic What to do when our minds don't want us to feel what's really going on What if guys didn't have to live a life pretending that they didn't feel Men who can't take a compliment The relationship between the bottom line and how we treat people How Dan pivoted from their men's retreats after having to cancel 7 months worth of live events, which was 99% of their revenue Can we still connect as humans without face-to-face interaction? Dan's suggestions on how to move forward How to move from post-traumatic stress disorder to post-traumatic growth How COVID19 situation changed Dan's vision of the future About Dan Doty Dan Doty is a visionary entrepreneur, speaker, consultant, and the co-founder and voice of EVRYMAN. Dan is the host of the EVRYMAN podcast, and the former director of cult hit tv show MeatEater. He has been a 3-time guest on the Joe Rogan Experience, and twice on the Today Show. His role with EVRYMAN has been featured in the NYT, Men's Health, GQ, and many more national and international publications. Dan is a man's man with a well-developed tender side. He embodies the ability for men to be exactly who they are, and is sharing that message that there are as many definitions of manhood as there are men on the planet. What is EVRYMAN? EVRYMAN is an global movement helping men break open a new paradigm of how men live, how they show up, what they feel, and how they express themselves. EVRYMAN works against two main issues: The general state of repression and repressed emotions. Men don't tend to feel or feel like they should be feeling Social isolation and human connection About Spectrum Labs At Spectrum Labs, we source local hemp and extract high-quality Full Spectrum Hemp extracts that even our families can use. Spectrum Labs can manufacture these full-spectrum hemp extracts: *Crude *Distillate *Tinctures *Gummies *Lotions *Custom formulations To learn more about Spectrum Labs, visit www.TheSpectrumLabs.com or contact us at (828) 229-7952 Asheville, NC

Episode Notes In this wide-ranging conversation we discuss: Lessons Morris learned in the Music Industry and has successfully applied to the CBD Hemp industry Why he chooses to operate 12 brands for his different ventures How he has shifted from hosting in-person conferences to online Minor cannabinoids like CBDP and THCP How to think about CBD hemp diversification for your company His suggestions on mindset to get through the current world pandemic of COVID19 Thoughts on novel cannabinoids like CBG and CBN and what he thinks about their future potential What he thinks hemp cultivators and farmers should do for next growing season and more… Listen on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Play About Morris Beegle

Another deviation from the normal hemp and cannabis topics. I believe in taking care of our physical and mental health during this time of quarantine crisis. While we figure out the best strategies for our businesses and industry, it's important for us to find strategies that keep us physically active and having a mindset that keeps us moving towards positivity and away from negativity. My friend Courtney Sanford (Registered Nurse, CrossFit Coach, Precision Nutrition Sports Nutritionist) joins the Hemp Startup Journey podcast to discuss all things wellness while during COVID-19 quarantine. Courtney shares how to think about indulging (you don't have to avoid it), simple food-plating strategies, how she's choosing to physically move at home, what active athletes can do when they can't access the gym, and lots more to help you stay active, healthy and sane. About Courtney Sanford There is so much information out right now about different fitness programs, diets, weight loss gimmicks, Instagram models flashing boobs and butts, so many 30 day cleanses/challenges – it's honestly tough to look at. But, all of this noise doesn't make cultivating the healthiest version of yourself any less important, it just makes it trickier to figure out what ‘health' looks like for YOU. I see what happens when people choose to ignore creating healthy, sustainable habits every day in my job as a nurse, and it's is depressing because, while not all disease is preventable, a good majority of it is. It comes down to the small daily decisions we make. My hope is to give individuals the wellness tools they need to become the most optimal version of themselves so that I can avoid seeing them as a patient in a hospital bed later on. About Spectrum Labs At Spectrum Labs, we source local hemp and extract high-quality Full Spectrum Hemp extracts that even our families can use. Spectrum Labs can manufacture these full-spectrum hemp and CBD extracts: Crude Distillate Tinctures Gummies Lotions Custom formulations To learn more about Spectrum Labs, visit www.TheSpectrumLabs.com or contact us at (828) 229-7952 Asheville, NC ***If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short comment or a review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than a minute, and it really makes a difference in helping Apple recommend the show to new listeners. 

For this podcast episode, I sit down with Kelly Wiley, MA, LMFT. Kelly is a family and relationship therapist and shares with us how to navigate the rapidly changing relationship dynamics during a time of crisis. Our relationships have quickly changed at work and at home and many of us have never dealt with such volatility and uncertainty. Kelly offers her perspective about the importance of proper communication with our loved ones and provides conversational and mindset tools for having important conversations during these crazy times. # About Kelly Wiley Kelly P. Wiley is a Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in therapy for individuals, couples, and families. She worked in private practice in Boone, NC for many years before relocating to Greenville, NC. Most recently, Ms. Wiley is very pleased to announce the opening of her primary practice in Asheville, NC at 16 Broad Street, Suite 202, Asheville, NC 28801. She continues to maintain a practice in Boone, NC and has limited availability there. Ms. Wiley is a highly experienced practitioner trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of serious clinical problems including depression, anxiety, marital and relational problems, individual psychological problems and child-parent problems. She has more than 22 years of experience in the counseling field, 19 of which have been in service as a Marriage and Family Therapist. She is a graduate of the nationally-accredited Marriage and Family Therapy program at Appalachian State University. Before becoming a Marriage and Family Therapist, Ms. Wiley worked as a Program Director and Court Advocate at the Shelter Home of Caldwell Co., a shelter for victims of domestic violence. Because of her interest in mental health and her passion for helping adults ensure that children have healthy early childhood development, Ms. Wiley has developed exceptional skills and expertise in parenting education and teaching parents to use play therapy techniques with their own children to resolve behavioral problems and improve the quality of family relationships. Kelly Wiley is an interactive, client-centered, solution-focused therapist. Her therapeutic approach is to provide compassionate support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address the challenges of their personal lives. She integrates complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach that is specifically tailored for each client. With empathy and understanding, she works collaboratively with each person to help her/him build on existing strengths and attain specified therapeutic goals and desired personal growth. She has a delightful, mild-mannered "co-therapist" who occasionally joins her in the office named William. https://www.kellywileytherapy.com  (252) 702-9558 About Spectrum Labs At Spectrum Labs, we source local hemp and extract high-quality Full Spectrum Hemp extracts that even our families can use. Spectrum Labs can manufacture these full-spectrum hemp extracts: *Crude *Distillate *Tinctures *Gummies *Lotions *Custom formulations To learn more about Spectrum Labs, visit www.TheSpectrumLabs.com or contact us at (828) 229-7952 Asheville, NC ***If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short comment or a review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than a minute, and it really makes a difference in helping Apple recommend the show to new listeners. 

This week I talk with Blake Butler, Executive Director of the North Carolina Industrial Hemp Association. In this short podcast (audio and video available), Blake shares what he's hearing from his associations' members, the likelihood of the state banning smokeable hemp and good advice and encouragement for navigating the current COVID-19 pandemic. Whether you are in the hemp and cannabis industry or a related industry, this one is worth a listen for considering how to take action during a crisis. You can learn more about Blake and his association here: https://www.ncindhemp.org/ On Twitter https://twitter.com/NCHempIndustry On Facebook https://www.facebook.com/NCIndustrialHempAssociaton About Blake Butler Blake Butler is the co-founder of HempX and has been involved in the political, business, and activist side of industrial hemp industry in since 2014. Blake has organized hemp focused educational events in North Carolina, Kentucky, and Virginia and planted hemp for fiber and CBD with farming partners Franny and Jeff Tacy in 2017-18. Blake is also a partner in Adapt Public Relations in Asheville, NC. --- About Spectrum Labs At Spectrum Labs, we source local hemp and extract high-quality Full Spectrum Hemp extracts that even our families can use. Spectrum Labs can manufacture these full-spectrum hemp extracts: *White label products *Crude *Distillate *Tinctures *Gummies *Lotions *Custom formulations To learn more about Spectrum Labs, visit www.TheSpectrumLabs.com or contact us at (828) 229-7952 Asheville, NC ***If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than a minute, and it really makes a difference in helping Apple recommend the show to new listeners. I also love reading the reviews!

About Mike Sowinski Mike Sowinski has managed financial operations for companies of all sizes, from small family-run enterprises with less than $100K in sales to Fortune 500 companies with $12 billion in sales. He is especially skilled at guiding businesses through complex financial scenarios with a distinctive mix of practical advice, on-target, problem-solving abilities, and a deft sense of humor. He's spent his entire career in financial management positions, working for business owners in real-world scenarios, skillfully managing a range of internal operations and business models. From simple cost-reduction programs to complex IPO procedures, Mike's experience ranges from banks to insurance companies, national CPA firms, and smaller regional and local businesses. As a Chief Financial Officer, he effectively executed numerous external projects with audit firms and regulatory agencies.   In 2010, he became Accredited in Business Valuation and has performed more than 100 business appraisals in a multitude of industries. He has provided litigation support and has testified as a valuation expert in several owner disputes and equitable distribution matters. He graduated from the University of Central Florida in 1990 with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting. He holds CPA licenses in Florida and North Carolina and has more than 25 years of progressive financial management experience. His passions include original music composition and fishing. Contact Mike: www.CFOConsultants.net About Spectrum Labs At Spectrum Labs, we source local hemp and extract high-quality Full Spectrum Hemp extracts that even our families can use. Spectrum Labs can manufacture and white-label these hemp extracts: *Crude *Distillate *Tinctures *Gummies *Lotions *Custom formulations To learn more about Spectrum Labs, visit TheSpectrumLabs.com or contact us at (828) 229-7952 Asheville, NC

About Emma Chasen Emma Chasen has a mission to educate people on the science behind Cannabis so that they may take charge of their own healing. After graduating from Brown University in 2014 with a degree in Medicinal Plant Research, Emma went on to coordinate Clinical Oncology trials with the Brown University Oncology Research Group. When her supervisor refused a Cannabis trial in favor of another expensive pharmaceutical drug, Emma quit and headed across the country to Portland, OR. She found her way to Farma, the popular Portland dispensary that takes a more scientific approach to Cannabis; rejecting the Indica/Sativa binary and instead focusing on chemotypes to determine effect. She began her career at Farma as a budtender and was quickly promoted to General Manager and eventually to Director of Education. In this role she was able to focus on educational efforts and create a robust training curriculum that focused on cannabis science, product knowledge and empathetic patient care. Emma now co-owns and operates Eminent Consulting, a cannabis consulting business that offers educational training and craft industry development for cannabis industry professionals and businesses. She helps brands develop educational marketing collateral and ongoing educational programs to further elevate their brand presence in a competitive industry. She also helps struggling and newly emerging cannabis businesses with business organization and sets them up for success in both the competitive medical and adult use markets. Emma was named Portland's Best Budtender of 2016 and featured in Newsweek, MG Magazine, Forbes, High Times Magazine, The Centennial, The Oregon Leaf and Teen Vogue for her work with cannabis education. She is also a regular guest on many cannabis focused podcasts and has been featured on television for her ability to explain scientific concepts around cannabis in a way that is accessible and helpful to the general public. https://www.eminentconsultingfirm.com/ https://www.instagram.com/echasen/?hl=en Episode Notes 00:00 Emma Chasen Intro and context about the purpose of this episode 6:30 Emma Chasen's answer to "What do you do?" 8:30 What is hemp? 9:00 Why is hemp limited to .3% THC and marijuana at greater than .3% THC 11:00 Craft hemp 13:30 Does .3% THC cause psychotropic effects in people 15:00 What is psychoactive? 15:30 What is psychotropic? 16:00 Is CBD psychoactive or psychotropic? 17:00 CBD, full-spectrum and its influence on the Endocannabinoid System (ECS) 17:30 What is the purpose of the Endocannabinoid system (ECS)? 17:45 What does CBD need to engage our ECS 18:00 Is there value of taking CBD alone (CBD isolate) 18:44 What is the ECS which was discovered in the 1990s? 19:00 The ECS is involved in all parts of our body 19:45 Cannabinoid receptors 21:00 Clinical Endocannabinoid Deficiency 22:00 Is there a test for ECS deficiency? 27:00 Looking at the chemical compounds of hemp 29:00 Major and minor hemp cannabinoids 29:45 What are terpenes? 33:00 The Entourage Effect 34:00 Flavonoids, polyphenols 35:00 A powerful CBD combination to prevent seizures CBD + THCA + Linalool 36:00 CBD + terpenes as an appetite suppressant 37:00 How to understand the therapeutic benefits of CBD + terpenes? 39:00 Full spectrum vs broad-spectrum vs isolate 39:45 What is full-spectrum hemp? 41:00 How full spectrum hemp is extracted 42:30 Broad spectrum hemp CBD and who it may be best suited for 43:00 Isolate CBD and which consumers might benefit from it 44:00 Can THC show up on a drug test after taking a CBD Hemp supplement? 45:00 Story of a bus driver who tested positive for THC in a drug test 47:00 Can CBD metabolize into THC in the body? 48:00 What are flavonoids? 49:00 The number of flavonoids included in cannabis; and which ones are unique only to cannabis 49:30 What are polyphenols? 51:30 Hemp and cannabis plant material waste 54:30 Discussing spagyric extraction. 57:00 Cannabis and research; Do we need more research? 1:00:00 Cannabis is an organic compound 1:02:00 Making medical claims with cannabis products 1:04:00 Variance between analytical testing labs 1:06:00 The mindset of experimenting with cannabis vs pharmaceuticals 1:09:00 Cannabis are great illuminators 1:11:00 Synthetic CBD vs organically derived cannabinoids 1:12:00 The benefit of synthetic compounds for specific symptoms 1:13:00 Recent research about CBD and alcohol consumption 1:14:00 Combining cannabinoids vs whole-plant extract 1:16:00 Cannabis and hemp trends in 2020 (USDA, presidential election) 1:20:00 Emma's advice to the hemp industry for the next 12-18 months 1:25:00 Ethical selling and integrity of making and selling hemp, CBD and cannabis 1:27:00 Which products are missing in the hemp market? 1:30:00 How to guide a consumer starting with CBD hemp? 1:34:00 Emma's suggestions to the consumer about how to choose the right cannabis company 1:35:00 How to reach and contact Emma Chasen About Spectrum Labs At Spectrum Labs, we source local hemp and extract high-quality Full Spectrum Hemp extracts that even our families can use. Spectrum Labs can manufacture these full-spectrum hemp extracts: *Crude *Distillate *Tinctures *Gummies *Lotions *Custom formulations To learn more about Spectrum Labs, visit www.TheSpectrumLabs.com or contact us at (828) 229-7952 Asheville, NC ***If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or your favorite podcast platform. It takes less than a minute, and it makes a difference in helping the platform recommend the show to new listeners. I also love reading the reviews!

About Rod Kight Rod Kight is the principal of Kight Law Office PC, which represents businesses in the cannabis industry, including hemp and CBD, throughout the USA and the world. Rod edits the popular Kight On Cannabis law blog and wrote “Cannabis Business Law-What You Need to Know”, a cannabis law primer for business executives published by Aspatore Books. Rod speaks at national cannabis conferences, drafts cannabis legislation, and is regularly quoted on cannabis matters in the media, including Time, Wall Street Journal, Business Insider, and Business Insurance. He was recently named a “Top 30 Powerful Cannabis Litigator” by MG Magazine and one of the “100 People You Should Know” by Hemp Connoisseur Magazine. Rod testified at the FDA public hearing on cannabis. He writes and sits on the advisory board for the American Journal of Endocannabinoid Medicine, a peer-reviewed publication. Rod believes strongly in personal and medical cannabis use for many reasons, including that it helped him during chemotherapy treatments for cancer. He is an attorney advocate for NORML, and a member of the International Cannabis Bar Association, the National Cannabis Industry Association, the Hemp Industries Association, the North Carolina Industrial Hemp Association, and the South Carolina Hemp Farmers Association. Rod is married to his elementary school sweetheart, Ashley. She is also his office manager. They raise 5 children. Rod plays guitar in a rock band. You may contact him by email at rod@cannabusiness.law or phone (828-255-9881). Episode Notes 2:30 Parenting stuff

Dr. Tim Shu is the founder and chief executive officer of VETCBD and Dr. Shu's Pet Care. Dr. Shu founded his companies so pets could safely benefit from the multiple therapeutic uses of cannabis and hemp. By combining his expertise in veterinary medicine with his knowledge of medical cannabis, Dr. Shu formulates cannabinoid products to be safe and effective for use in animals. Prior to starting his companies, Dr. Shu practiced emergency, critical care, and general medicine. His work on cannabis and pets has garnered international attention and has been featured by The Today Show, CNBC, NPR, and The New York Times.

Michael Patterson NHA, OTR/L, CEASMichael Patterson is the CEO of US Cannabis Pharmaceutical Research and Development LLC (US Cannabis), a privately-held developmental consulting firm which was established in 2014 with the mission of moving society forward through legalized cannabis.  US Cannabis develops the legal cannabis/hemp/cbd markets globally across all platforms (education, cultivation, production, dispensing, research and development, management operations and compliance, and physician services).  US Cannabis currently works with national, state, and local governments, sovereign nations, and public/private companies in all aspects of the cannabis/hemp/CBD industry throughout the United States and Internationally. Mr. Patterson is an internationally recognized speaker, subject matter expert in the global cannabis/hemp/cbd industry, and published author. Michael is a member of the Scientific Advisory Board for Akers Bioscience, a NASDAQ listed biotechnology company, Editorial Board Member for AJEM-American Journal of Endocannabinoid Medicine (the world's first peer-reviewed printed scientific journal dedicated to the study of endocannabinoid science and medicine). Mr. Patterson is also a board member for the Medical Cannabis Society, Tourette's Syndrome Awareness Foundation, cannabis/CBD industry writer for Florida MD Magazine, Orlando Medical News, and licensed Occupational Therapist and Nursing Home Administrator in 4 states. Episode Notes 00:28 Why I got so much out of this conversation 2:37 How Michael answers the question: "What do you do?" 9:50 International trade 10:30 How Michael got into cannabis 20:00 State of the US Hemp/cannabis market 22:00 Cultivators storing for Spring and related issues 23:00 Specialty formulations 25:00 Starting into hemp fiber and non-extraction options 27:00 How to learn from others 29:00 Finding new markets for hemp and CBD 30:00 Consumer perception about what quality means 31:00 Why someone may buy your CBD product / Marketing 34:00 What you should really be selling / Branding 35:00 Netscape example and lessons to today's cannabis market 36:00 MedMen 37:00 Echoes of history and applications to cannabis / prohibition / alcohol 39:00 Thinking about future uses of hemp. Example, hemp concrete 44:00 International. What should we know? 47:50 Using technology and overseas expansion 50:00 The benefits of attending international conferences 51:30 The art vs science of hemp 55:00 Perception of Michael's circle of friends and family once he decided to join the cannabis industry 57:00 Networking on LinkedIn 58:00 When and how to get involved in hemp / cannabis 1:00:00 How to propose value to your clients 1:01:00 Michael's important suggestion to gain knowledge in the hemp industry 1:02:00 The importance of understanding cannabis laws 1:04:00 How long it took Michael to transition into cannabis 1:05:00 Recommended resources: Gary Vee Vaynurchuck (Gary Vee on YouTube, NSFW) Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap…And Others Don't 1:07:00 Michael's call to action 1:08:08 Jim Carrey 1:10:00 Michael Patterson on LinkedIn About Spectrum Labs At Spectrum Labs, we source local hemp and extract high-quality Full Spectrum Hemp extracts that even our families can use.   Spectrum Labs can manufacture these full-spectrum hemp extracts: *Crude *Distillate *Isolate   *Tinctures *Vapes *Gummies *Lotions *Candies *Custom formulations   To learn more about Spectrum Labs, visit www.TheSpectrumLabs.com or contact us at (828) 229-7952  Asheville, NC   --- ***If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than a minute, and it really makes a difference in helping Apple recommend the show to new listeners. I also love reading the reviews!

About Anna Symonds Anna has been in the cannabis industry for four years and is the Director of Education for East Fork Cultivars. For East Fork, Anna developed CBD Certified, a free cannabis science educational program which she has presented for the staff of more than 100 dispensaries across Oregon, as well as for numerous other retailers, industry groups, and the general public. This initiative has directly educated 2500+ people about CBD and cannabis science, and now will reach many more as an online class and on public access TV.  Anna holds an MA in Communication and is a member of the International Cannabinoid Research Society. She continues to educate lawmakers at the local, state, and national levels, lobbying for cannabis legalization, patient access, and removing the barriers to clinical research.    As an Athlete Ambassador for the nonprofit Athletes for Care, Anna speaks widely about the therapeutic benefits of cannabis for elite athletes and everyday people, and promoting normalization of the plant. She spearheaded a petition signed by more than 150 professional athletes asking the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) to remove THC from its Prohibited Substances list, receiving national and international news coverage.   ------------------- Episode Notes 3:00 Anna's journey into the cannabis industry 5:00 CBD Myths 5:30 Is "Psychoactive" the appropriate term for CBD? 7:20 How does CBD work in our body? 9:45 The medical marvel of the placebo effect 14:45 The Endocannabinoid System (ECS) 17:00 The Entourage Effect 18:20 Cannabis and social justice. How cannabis companies can do what's right 22:45 The Last Prisoner Project 25:00 Knowledge disparity with consumers and the business community 29:00 What is Rugby? 33:00 Cannabis and athletics, Cannabis for Care 36:00 Inflammation in the human body 38:30 How Anna uses cannabis and hemp to care for her body 39:30 What cannabis companies need to do to appeal to athletes 43:00 How consumers should know which hemp and cannabis products to purchase 46:00 Full spectrum vs isolate CBD 53:45 Hemp seed oil vs CBD oil 59:30 How an individual can begin to dose CBD oil 1:02:00 What is the titration effect? 1:06:00 Where to find sources for CBD and cannabis education 1:08:00 New study doubting Epidiolex; Anna's thoughts 1:12:00 How to contact Anna   ------- About Spectrum Labs At Spectrum Labs, we source local hemp and extract high-quality Full Spectrum Hemp extracts that even our families can use. Spectrum Labs can manufacture these full-spectrum hemp extracts: *Crude *Distillate *Isolate *Tinctures *Vapes *Gummies *Lotions *Candies *Custom formulations To learn more about Spectrum Labs, visit www.TheSpectrumLabs.com or contact us at (828) 229-7952 Asheville, NC --- ***If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than a minute, and it really makes a difference in helping Apple recommend the show to new listeners. I also love reading the reviews!

This was a great conversation with Asheville-based attorney Rod Kight. We speak about Rod's journey and how he ended up working in the cannabis industry, THC testing, USDA regulations, DEA-regulated labs, how to avoid hemp brokering deals from going sour, what to start working on today to succeed in cannabis tomorrow and much more.  About Rod Kight: Rod Kight is the principal of Kight Law Office PC, which represents businesses in the cannabis industry, including hemp and CBD, throughout the USA and the world. Rod edits the popular Kight On Cannabis law blog and wrote “Cannabis Business Law-What You Need to Know”, a cannabis law primer for business executives published by Aspatore Books. Rod speaks at national cannabis conferences, drafts cannabis legislation, and is regularly quoted on cannabis matters in the media, including Time, Wall Street Journal, Business Insider, and Business Insurance. He was recently named a “Top 30 Powerful Cannabis Litigator” by MG Magazine and one of the “100 People You Should Know” by Hemp Connoisseur Magazine. Rod testified at the FDA public hearing on cannabis. He writes and sits on the advisory board for the American Journal of Endocannabinoid Medicine, a peer-reviewed publication. Rod believes strongly in personal and medical cannabis use for many reasons, including that it helped him during chemotherapy treatments for cancer. He is an attorney advocate for NORML, and a member of the International Cannabis Bar Association, the National Cannabis Industry Association, the Hemp Industries Association, the North Carolina Industrial Hemp Association, and the South Carolina Hemp Farmers Association. Rod is married to his elementary school sweetheart, Ashley. She is also his office manager. They raise 5 children. Rod plays guitar in a rock band. You may contact him by email (rod@cannabusiness.law) or phone (828-255-9881).  ---- About Spectrum Labs At Spectrum Labs, we source local hemp and extract high-quality Full Spectrum Hemp extracts that even our families can use. Spectrum Labs can manufacture these full-spectrum hemp extracts: *Crude *Distillate *Isolate *Tinctures *Vapes *Gummies *Lotions *Candies *Custom formulations To learn more about Spectrum Labs, visit www.TheSpectrumLabs.com or contact us at (828) 229-7952 Asheville, NC --- ***If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than a minute, and it really makes a difference in helping Apple recommend the show to new listeners. I also love reading the reviews!

Chase Nobles is Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Kush.com, a wholesale cannabis and hemp marketplace. Chase has worked in the cannabis industry since 2014, evolving the Kush brand from its origins as a tourism and media company into the largest marketplace platform serving the cannabis and hemp industries.   For Chase's extended bio and links discussed in the podcast, please look for the show notes on our blog at www.TheSpectrumLabs.com   You can find more information about Chase's company, visit www.Kush.com   Please enjoy this wide-ranging conversation with Chase Nobles.    --- About Spectrum Labs   At Spectrum Labs, we source local hemp and extract high-quality Full Spectrum Hemp extracts that even our families can use.   Spectrum Labs can manufacture these full-spectrum hemp extracts: *Crude *Distillate *Isolate   *Tinctures *Vapes *Gummies *Lotions *Candies *Custom formulations   To learn more about Spectrum Labs, visit www.TheSpectrumLabs.com or contact us at (828) 229-7952 Asheville, NC --- ***If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than a minute, and it really makes a difference in helping Apple recommend the show to new listeners. I also love reading the reviews!