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JAR Cannabis Company has rapidly grown into one of the largest Cannabis operations in the state of Maine. They operate multiple retail locations within the adult-use and medical markets. They also have an incredible cultivation facility and do their own extraction and manufacturing of finished goods. Jar Cannabis has become a staple at Budz Emporium as well as other Maine retailers. JAR is known for its quality products and superior packaging. We are blessed to be joined by JAR Co-Founder, Joel Pepin to discuss what it takes to scale a business in the current state of the industry. Joel is also known for his policy work and advocacy for the community. Join our conversation and hear for yourself what it takes to build a brand rooted in quality. Guest: Joel Pepin, Co-Founder Jar Cannabis Co. Host: Ry RussellBUDZ EMPORIUMWeedBudz RadioSupport the show

Welcome back Budz!  I am your host, Ry Russell and today I am excited to introduce you to the CEO of Sorting Robotics, Nohtal Partansky.  As an Aerospace Engineer, he shares his experience working at NASA and what led him and his business partners to venture out on their own to create their own robotics company and their journey into the Cannabis space. Their new technology helps create infused products with more efficacy and efficiency than ever before. Nohtal and his team are on a mission to reduce the repetitive tasks that are slowing down innovation within the cannabis industry. Tune in and join our conversation.  Guest - Nohtal Partansky CEO, Sorting Roboticshttps://www.sortingrobotics.com/Host: Ry RussellBUDZ EMPORIUMWeedBudz RadioSupport the show

Hello Budz!  Welcome to another episode of Weed Budz Radio.  I am your host, Ry Russell, and today I am joined by Tarris Batiste, Author of  "Don't Let it Smoke You".  As a community of advocates, we often focus on the benefits of Cannabis and removing the negative stigma associated with the industry.  Today we discuss the importance of responsible use and the potential hazards of not educating yourself.  Tarris shares his personal journey and how he found balance, respect, and appreciation for the plant.Guest - Tarris Batiste - Author Purchase Book: Don't Let it Smoke YouHost: Ry RussellBUDZ EMPORIUMWeedBudz RadioSupport the show

Hello Budz!  I'm excited to have a returning guest; Gary Cohen, CEO of Cova Software.  As a business owner, I have met with and researched several software platforms for my own business as we opened an adult use dispensary this year.  Cova software was the perfect solution for us and I invite you to join us to hear from Gary himself.  From first-class service to high-performance software, Gary and his team are continuously evolving to support retailers in providing a best-in-class customer experience and staying ahead of regulations and laws within the Cannabis industry.Gary Cohen - CEO Cova Software Host: Ry RussellBUDZ EMPORIUMWeedBudz RadioSupport the show

Hello & welcome to today's episode of Weed Budz Radio!  We welcome back our friend, Franny Tacy of Franny's Farmacy.  From seed to retail, Franny has been a long-time leader in the industry of hemp and hemp production.Join us today to hear from Franny on what gives her staying power in the industry and why so many businesses fail.  Franny also shares how she found new love and a new love for pasta which is now about to launch as a new product platform for the Franny's Farmacy franchise.Guest: Franny Tacy Franny's FarmacyHost: Ry RussellBUDZ EMPORIUMWeedBudz RadioSupport the show

Welcome to another episode of WeedBudz Radio!  I am your host, Ry Russell and I invite you to join this compelling discussion of the economics of owning a business in the cannabis industry.  There are many factors that can hinder growth and success in this competitive market so we ask the question - can legal weed win?  To answer that very question, we have the authors of the book "Can Legal Weed Win?  The Blunt Reality of Cannabis Economics", Robin Goldstein and Daniel Sumner.  ABOUT THE AUTHORSRobin Goldstein is an economist and author of The Wine Trials, the controversial exposé of wine snobbery that became the world's best-selling guide to cheap wine. He is Director of the Cannabis Economics Group in the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics at the University of California, Davis. He has an AB from Harvard University, a JD from Yale Law School, and a Ph.D. in economics from the University of Bordeaux. Daniel Sumner is Frank H. Buck, Jr. Distinguished Professor of Agricultural and Resource Economics at the University of California, Davis. He grew up on a California fruit farm, served on the president's Council of Economic Advisers, and was Assistant Secretary of Economics at the US Department of Agriculture before joining the UC Davis faculty. He has a BS from Cal Poly and a Ph.D. in economics from the University of Chicago. Host: Ry RussellBUDZ EMPORIUMWeedBudz RadioSupport the show

Chirag Vyas and Kevin Chipman partnered to create the brewery, St. Johns Brewers. These beverage industry experts have decided to take their talents into the world of Cannabis. They are introducing a line of Delta 8 or D8 seltzers. D8 is a compound derived from the hemp plant and therefore falls under hemp regulations versus cannabis or marijuana depending on the state that you're in. The creative minds behind DrinkCoolOut.com join us today to educate us on what exactly Delta 8 is and to share the origin story behind their brand.Chirag Vyas and Kevin Chipmanhttps://drinkcoolout.com/Ry RussellBUDZ EMPORIUMWeedBudz RadioSupport the show

Welcome to another episode of WeedBudz Radio!  Today we have the pleasure of  speaking to returning guest; Ryan Douglas, Author of "Seed to Success".  Ryan is here today to introduce his new book "Secrets to Maximizing Success in the Cannabis Industry".  Join me in learning about propagation and other factors that affect cultivation and production in the cannabis industry.  Ryan Douglas - Author & Cannabis Cultivation ExpertCLICK HERE and Get Your Copy NOW! Host: Ry RussellBUDZ EMPORIUMWeedBudz RadioSupport the show

Hello everyone and welcome to another episode of Weed Budz Radio!  I am your host, Ry Russell and today we have a special guest, Riley Kirk, Ph.D. Cannabis Research Scientist and Educator. Join our discussion of the importance of using intention to heal, nourish, and make lifestyle changes to promote healthy living.  Learn about Riley's journey of educating individuals across the country about equipping themselves to make good choices about how and when to use traditional Pharma vs natural remedies such as cannabis and her desire to create supplements that are ethically harvested and safer for consumers. We have lots to discuss, join us! Riley Kirk personal pages: @cannabichem on tiktok and instagram! www.profoundnaturals.com instagram @profoundnaturals & @smokenolHost: Ry RussellBUDZ EMPORIUMWeedBudz RadioSupport the show

Welcome to this episode of Weed Budz Radio!  I am Ry Russell and joining me today is Founder of  Juicebox Collective and my friend, CJ Britton. CJ recently wrote a compelling article, “Beware of Tourists” that inspired my thoughts about who they are and where they show up in everyone's lives. Join us as we discuss how tourists are not just the ones we interact with in the traditional sense, but those that are part of our professional and personal lives.Beware of Tourists Article by CJ: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/beware-tourists-christopher-cj-brittonGuest: CJ Brittonhttps://www.juiceboxcollective.com/Host: Ry RussellBUDZ EMPORIUMWeedBudz RadioSupport the show

We are incredibly grateful to all of you that have been with us from the beginning and we welcome those of you whom are just joining our journey now. Weedbudz started back in 2018 and has gone through some re-branding and development to become the show it is today. Now, members of this team have gone on to open the recreational cannabis store in northern Maine, known as BUDZ EMPORIUM, paying homage to WeedBudz and the Budz Brands eco-system.  Be sure to check out the new store in the Katahdin Region, located at 1995 Medway Rd, Medway, Maine. Now, our humble studio has grown and we have a team of 5 incredible people, that also help others produce their very own podcasts on various topics and themes. One constant in all of our production is our Genius Audio Engineer and  artist, DJ MATT PERRY. Matt and his family recently took a trip to Kenya and shares that experience with us here today. I have never peen to any part of Africa and I loved watching Matt's videos and posts while he was away. A remarkable experience that he shares with us and to do all of that traveling with a toddler can only make for some awesome stories, be sure to tune in and join us! DJ MATT PERRYHost: Ry RussellBUDZ EMPORIUMWeedBudz RadioSupport the show

Hello All!We would like to welcome you to another informative episode of WeedBudz Radio, with your host Ry Russell. As many of us know, this is still a new industry. Sure cannabis has been around for a long time but just recently we have had to keep up with more laws, regulations, etc. With this positive change in the industry, compliance is more important than ever. Who better to discuss this ever changing industry than Dede Perkins, CEO & Co-Founder of ProCanna. ProCanna is a software that breaks down the rules and regulations of each state when it comes to opening a dispensary, grow operation, and really any other business in the world of cannabis. Join us and learn how ProCanna is helping entrepreneurs nationwide and find out how you can stay up to date on the ever changing world of compliance. Tune in!Guest:Dede PerkinsProCannaHost:Ry RussellWeedBudz RadioManufactured ExcellenceKnot PlasticSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)

Hello Friends!Welcome to another very interesting episode of WeedBudz Radio, with your host Ry Russell. This episode is a pretty cool one and it is a little different from what we do, not only are we interviewing two guests at once but we also have a non-cannabis user who is pro-cannabis! Let me introduce  Timmy Boyle & Marijane Baker, otherwise known as The Noobie and The Doobie! Marijane is a cannabis model who is all an avid cannabis user, and Timmy was a youth pastor, he is a clean comedian and has had one or two puffs max. The best part? They are dating each other! Join us and find out how this dynamic works, what they have learned on their journey through cannabis, and listen to them advise others on each side of the debate.Tune in!Guests:Marijane Baker & Timmy BoyleThe Noobie & The DoobieHost:Ry RussellWeedBudz RadioManufactured ExcellenceKnot PlasticSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)

Hello Everyone!Welcome to another episode of WeedBudz Radio, with your host Ry Russell. On this show we love taking individuals from every aspect of cannabis, From THC, to CBD, to Delta-8 and so on. For this episode we have invited John Friess, the Co-founder & President of Metolius Hemp Company. John's passion for what cannabis can do and how it can heal others led him to where he is now, creating innovative products contains CBD as replacements for those who use nicotine & tobacco. From cannagars, to pre-rolls, and even dip! The goal of Metolius is to help those who can not quit by themselves, and to replace their current habit with a much healthier one. Join us and learn about John's journey and how his journey ended up with him helping others. Tune in!Guest:John FriessMetolius HempHost:Ry RussellWeedBudz RadioManufactured ExcellenceKnot PlasticSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)

Hello Friends!We want to welcome you to another important episode of WeedBudz Radio, with your host Ry Russell. Today we are re-introducing a guest who's energy we loved so much he got invited back, Santino Martinez. Along with Tino we have a personal friend and powerhouse in the cannabis industry, Shane Hammer. Together these two came on to explain the social injustices people face today regarding cannabis, and more specifically inmates still incarcerated over cannabis related crimes. Kushy and 40 Tons are teaming up to end the war on drugs and to share the story of Corvain Cooper, who was given a life sentence for a cannabis crime, and granted clemency by former president Donald Trump. The family built this brand and gives proceeds directly to those 40 thousand still incarcerated, whether putting it on their books, helping with travel arrangements, or programs to help get former prisoners on their feet. Join us and learn how these two are giving back to the community and helping those who are struggling. Tune in!Guests:Shane Hammer & Santino MartinezKushyDesign Kush40 TonsHost:Ry RussellWeedBudz RadioManufactured ExcellenceKnot PlasticSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)

Hello again friends! Welcome to another amazing episode of WeedBudz Radio! On our show we enjoy shining a spotlight and featuring individuals and companies who are striving to push the cannabis industry and more importantly the community forward. Our next guest is no exception, our Maine man Ry is sitting down with Jennifer Babaian, the Owner of 7 Leaf Clover in NY! Jennifer has dedicated her life to wellness and enhancing the lives of individuals who can benefit from CBD and Delta-8. And now, Jen has a new product! A Delta-8 Pizza! Tune in and find out more about the awesome products 7 Leaf has to offer, and why this spot in NY is a powerhouse of the industry. Join us!Guest:Jennifer Babaian7 Leaf CloverHost:Ry RussellWeedBudz RadioKnot PlasticSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)

Hello Friends! Welcome to another amazing episode of WeedBudz Radio.  On today's episode we discuss promoting cannabis on social media and how to do it the right way. If you are listening and either own a business or are an individual in the cannabis space who has tried to promote on your socials, you understand what we mean. We have heard of accounts being suspended, banned, and months to years of activity immediately gone. Thankfully our guest today has some experience in managing, avoiding, and fixing this. Our host Ry sits down with Eman Abdou, graphic designer/social media manager of Eman Designs. Tune in and learn how to safely educate the community about your product!Guest:Eman AbdouEman DesignsHost: Ry RussellWeedBudz RadioKnot PlasticSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)

On today’s episode of WeedBudz Radio, Ry sits down with our next guest, who works with cannabis packaging and is also involved on the policy side, insuring the industry is living up to its commitment with sustainability, Jason Lammers. A big voice in the cannabis community, GM at 420WholesalePack.com and a member of The Cannabis Alliance. These two met at the Emerge Virtual Cannabis Conference where they discussed sustainability, and were joined by Heather Richmond as well as many other pioneers in cannabis. Join us as we discuss why making our industry long term requires sustainability.Guest:Jason Lammers420WholesalePack.comThe Cannabis AllianceHost:Ry RussellWeedBudz RadioKnot PlasticSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)

Welcome back to WeedBudz Radio! We have a very special episode where our host Ry has the opportunity to sit down with the Co-Host of Marijuana Today, and Licensing Manager for Curaleaf, Heather Sullivan! It is always fascinating to hear everyone’s journey that brought them to cannabis. Heather worked at the same company for 13 years, before discovering the job for her was in something she has enjoyed since her 20’s. Speaking about the thought leaders and abundance of companionship in the cannabis space, if you are feeling that you are a square peg in a round hole, much like our host and Heather did, or even if you just want to change directions, do not rule cannabis out. It is a vast and caring community, one that all of us here at WeedBudz are happy to be apart of. Until next time!Guest:Heather SullivanCuraleafMarijuana TodayHost:Ry RussellWeedBudz RadioKnot Plastic Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)

On this episode of WeedBudz Radio, our host Ry has the opportunity to sit down with a marketing genius, Shane Sagar. As individuals in the cannabis industry are aware of, internet marketing for cannabis is almost non-existent, and if it is than it is gone the next day. Other than billboards, word-of-mouth, or specific websites, its tough to spread the word about your company or product due to censorship. But, all hope is not  lost! Shane has learned the tips and tricks to promote a cannabis business through social media and other platforms while not losing the ad. Join us and learn how to take your cannabis business up a notch!Guest:Shane Sagar420-on-DemandHost:Ry RussellWeedBudz RadioKnot PlasticSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)

Hello all! Welcome to another episode of WeedBudz Radio! Today our host Ry sits down with well-known cannabis advocate, Susan Soares. We are tackling a question that plagues the mind of many individuals in the cannabis space, how do we talk to the children? Susan is the author of children’s book “What’s Growing in Grandma’s Gardern?”. It discusses how to teach your child about not only the many healing effects of marijuana, but also how it is no different than growing vegetables in a garden. Join us!Guest:Susan SoaresAuthorThe State of CannabisHost: Ry RussellWeedBudz RadioKnot PlasticSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)

On this episode of WeedBudz Radio, your host Ry sits down with one of the best Energy & Sustainability Advisor in the state, Sam Milton. Sam is part of a company called Enlighten Your Grow, they help growers and cultivators become not only more cost-effective, but they help you manage all aspects of your grow, including utility bills, guidelines, outside financial resources and more! With the cannabis community in Maine, and even the country, growing so quickly it is important for everyone to be mindful of not only being energy efficient, but also sustainable as well. Join us to learn how to get more out of your grow!Guest: Sam MiltonEnlighten Your GrowHost:Ry RussellWeedBudz RadioKnot Plastic Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)

Today on WeedBudz Radio, our host Ry has the unique opportunity to speak with Matt Ritchey, CEO of Mr. Cannabis Events and Co-Host to The Inner Circle. Matt shares his own personal journey into the world of cannabis and shares what he believes the industry needs going forward. Matt not only hosts events, retreats, AND virtual events, but he also brings masterminds to the cannabis community as well. The name “Mastermind” might not be well known, but the concept has been around long before cannabis. Tune in and join us!Guest: Matt RitcheyMr. Cannabis EventsThe Inner CircleHost:Ry RussellWeedBudz RadioKnot PlasticSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)

This is a very special episode, on this WeedBudz, Ry sits down with the Founder/CEO of one of the most successful and well-known edible companies, Nancy Whiteman of Wana Brands! Starting with her introduction into cannabis, Nancy gives us an in depth look into how she created the now nationwide brand, shares a few of her tips and tricks to starting a business in the cannabis industry and truly showcases the passion that leads to success within this space. Bootstrapping her business from the ground up, you will not want to miss the incredible journey from startup to nationwide brand. Join us!Guest:Nancy WhitemanWana BrandsHost:Ry RussellWeedBudz RadioKnot PlasticSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)

Today on WeedBudz Radio, Ry has the amazing opportunity to sit down with Heather Richmond, a powerhouse in the world of sustainability. Heather is CEO & Founder of a company called Running Water Global, a female Native American owned USA based company dedicated to international cultivation, manufacturing and global distribution of Industrial and Sustainable Hemp products worldwide. Join us as we learn about the secret to sustainability and how we as individuals can make this world a lot greener.Guest:Heather RichmondRunning Water GlobalHost: Ry RussellWeedBudz RadioKnot PlasticSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)

On this episode of WeedBudz Radio, our host Ry has the opportunity to sit down with a brilliant researcher, entrepreneur and overall person he once again met on clubhouse, Josh Alb! Josh has had an amazing journey through cannabis and he is still on his way to accomplishing amazing things. Join us as we learn how important cannabis research is for the industry now more than ever, and gain some insight about this amazing plant that helped shape our community.Guest:Josh AlbWhy not  THC?Host:Ry RussellWeedBudz RadioKnot PlasticSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)

Today on WeedBudz Radio, Ry sits down and interviews Slang Worldwide’s, VP of Marketing, Brittany Hallett! Together, these two discuss and dissect what it takes to make it in marketing. Whether that includes scaling in todays market, how to produce mutually-beneficial partnerships, or more importantly, how to reach your audience at a deeper level and finding products that make a difference in consumers lives. Learn all about Brittany’s journey and more on this episode of WeedBudz Radio.Guest:Brittany HallettSlang WorldWideHost:Ry RussellWeedBudz RadioKnot PlasticSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)

Today our host Ry sits down with another amazing individual whom he met off of the Clubhouse app, Alex Redmond. Head of Sales at Veriheal, a company that connects patients with doctors for medicinal cannabis recommendations, as well as a legendary salesman, entrepreneur and a huge part of the cannabis community. These two titans of industry sit down and discuss their unique experiences on the clubhouse app, transitioning into the cannabis industry, as well as the pros and cons of the most important quality a salesman can have, authenticity. Join us!Guest:Alex RedmondVerihealHost:Ry RussellWeedBudz RadioKnot PlasticSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)

Hello Friends! This is a very special episode, today our host Ry sits down with an absolute legend in cannabis, comedy, podcasting, and much more, emmy-nominated comedian, Mike Glazer! Mike is half of a dynamic duo and co-creator of the well-known cannabis podcast, Weed + Grub. A cannabis comedy podcast that inspired Ry when he was entering the podcasting/cannabis space and starting WeedBudz Radio. These two hosts exchange the stories that helped them create the life they wanted from not only creating what they want, but also learning how to overcome the initial fear and move forward to the most important stage: Inevitability. Guest:Mike GlazerWeed + GrubHost:Ry RussellWeedBudz RadioKnot PlasticSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)

On this episode of WeedBudz Radio Ry sits down with Dana Shoched, a veteran of the U.S. Navy,  who has dominated vape hardware in the cannabis industry with her company O2 Vapes. For those that do not know, the cannabis industry is facing a problem that will result in a potential death knell to many vape product companies. The US government modified the 1949 Jenkins Act during the rollout of the stimulus in December, and it categorizes all components and elements used in ANY vaporizing device as a nicotine delivery device and forces shippers to comply with stringent rules, including registering with the U.S. Attorney General and maintaining and reporting addresses of delivery and quantities of products. Join us and Tune in to see how this will effect everyone in a BIG way. Guest:Dana ShochedO2Vape.comHost:Ry RussellWeedBudzRadio.comKnotPlastic.comSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)

WeedBudz host, Ry, sits down with networking genius, Chelsey Moter to discuss how networking has changed during lockdown and the solutions to those changes. During lockdown all in person networking events were either postponed or cancelled. As a result it became much more difficult for individuals to network and connect with others in their industry. Understanding that people were missing and needing that face-to-face interaction, without the small talk, Chelsey and her team created a virtual speed networking event, called Lit & Loaded. Geared towards professionals in the Cannabis industry, it is a 3-minute introduction and that is it! If you and the other professional both hit the connect button at the bottom of the screen, you will be sent each other’s contact info and it will move on to the next person.  If you are looking to expand your network, generate leads, and close more deals than this is the event for you! Click the hyperlink below to register!Lit & Loaded Cannabis Virtual B2B Speed Networking Event Time: March 25th 2021 @ 2pm EDT to 7pm EDTHappily Sponsored by Knot Plastic for the second year in a row, as well as NACB. Come network with us and see what is all about!GuestChelsey MoterCannackHostRy RussellWeedbudzRadio.comKnotPlastic.comSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)

First meeting on Clubhouse, Ry speaks to Scott, a community builder, networker, and Founder of Bloom Mary Jane. The cannabis industry is new and fast-growing, so of course are seeing news stories, products, and even new artists flooding the scene. With not many websites or platforms promoting what is going on in the cannabis world, Scott and his team at Bloom Mary Jane aim to fix the problem by shining a spotlight on these areas of the industry. This along with creating luxury CBD bath bombs, makes this site worth the visit. Join us!Guest: Scott McDowellBloom Mary JaneHost: Ry RussellWeedBudz RadioKnot PlasticSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)

Ry introduces us to Melissa of MJ Hybrid Solutions, Melissa has been working with cannabis for about six years and during that time she realized one glaring problem within the marijuana retail industry, lack of education. Budtenders do not always receive the training they need, especially when the community starts to evolve and create new strains as well as new products. In a world where consumers, especially new ones, need to feel safe, Melissa provides training for wellness, as well as product knowledge for dispensaries so that they may advise their customers accordingly. Let’s find out what goes into to knowing your smoke. Join us!Guest: Melissa ‘MJ’ StapleyMJ Hybrid SolutionsPro9 WellnessHost: Ry RussellWeedBudz RadioKnot PlasticSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)

Grab your budz and join Ry as he sits down with Lauren Mundell, the founder of Hi-Curious. As much as we do knot like to admit it, there is still a stigma regarding marijuana use. During the magical time of 420, we go through the journey that started with Lauren coming all the way from New York, or as she calls it, “the corporate world”, to creating a social platform where users in the cannabis industry can openly discuss questions about marijuana use, and network openly without the fear of judgement from others that are not in the cannabis space. Thanks to Lauren and Hi-Curious we are one step closer to normalizing cannabis. Join us and don’t forget to download the Hi-Curious app!Guest: Lauren Mundell Hi-CuriousHost: Ry RussellWeedBudz RadioKnot PlasticSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)

Ry sits down with Tino, Brand Ambassador for Design Kush, to discuss the new, upcoming apps, such as Clubhouse. For those that do not know, this is an app that not only lets you take part in conversations, but listen to leaders of the industry. Tino also takes time to discuss his personal journey that led him to the cannabis community, along with some important projects Design Kush has done, such as the awareness video they created for The Last Prisoners Project, specifically, Michael Thompson. The powerful video, “Let’s Win Together”, was created in hopes of bringing awareness to the still lingering issue of incarcerations for cannabis related crimes. Join us!Guest: Santino Martinez-RichardsonDesign KushHost: Ry RussellWeedBudz RadioKnot PlasticSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)

Ry and Ishqa first met when he appeared on the CannaBoss Babes Podcast. Last year these folks happened to release over 420 episodes, which is amazing considering some news anchors refuse to record that many! Now our two podcasters sit down and discuss, in a time where everyone needs an ally, why it is more important to understand than to be understood. Realizing that all people need empathy and acceptance,The CannaBoss Babes have created a space where anyone can not only tell their story, and explain their journey but also learn how to help others create that safe space as well. Join Us!Guest: Ishqa HillmanThe CannaBoss Babes Host: Ry RussellWeedBudz RadioKnot PlasticSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)

Ry and WeedBudz are starting off the year right by sitting down with Christina DiArcangelo, the CEO of both Spectral Analytics Precision Tele-Monitoring and Affinity Bio Partners LLC, who specializes in Clinical Research and is helping make its way into the cannabis space. It not only helps us as entrepreneurs know more about the plant, but more importantly it helps us protect our customers. We touch base with Christina regarding the difficulties of not only what Ry likes to call purging the past, but also what steps we as individuals can take to help us become better versions of ourselves. Join Us!Guest: Christina DiArcangeloSpectral Analytics Precision Tele-MonitoringAffinity Bio Partners LLCHost: Ry RussellWeedBudz RadioKnot PlasticSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)

Ry and Rico first crossed paths in 2020 when hosting a fireside chat with Cat Packer, Executive Director of the Department of Cannabis Regulation for the city of Los Angeles at the first-ever Emerge Virtual Cannabis Conference. This conversation quickly caught the attention of the audience before the Internet breaking conversation even got started. Rico has had a long and exciting personal journey with cannabis and he prides himself in sharing the journeys of others. This lead Rico to create Canivision, in order to share stories from around the cannabis community. Join us! Guest: Rico Lamitte Canivision Host: Ry Russell WeedBudz Radio Knot Plastic Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)

Ry has the unique opportunity to sit down with retired-NBA veteran, Antonio Harvey, Owner/Founder of Legend Brand Products. He discusses his journey from professional sports to cannabis as well as entrepreneurship and the challenges that come with it. Worried that basketball was his only calling, Antonio sheds light on a few crucial components to branching out successfully, such as the need to learn. These two understand that every job is a vital job, because building from the ground-up, means you’ve done it all. Join us! Guest: Antonio HarveyLegend Brand ProductsHost: Ry RussellWeedBudzRadio.comKnotPlastic.comSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)

Our next guest, Tyler Dodd, has had an extraordinary journey from homelessness to entrepreneur. Once, finding himself on the streets fighting for survival, and now finding himself in the Cannabis Industry fighting for his piece of the pie. When the Cannabis Industry was knocking on Oklahomas' door, Tyler knew this was his opportunity. Tyler decided to jump in and get himself a cultivation license and from there became invested in other businesses and brands like Cookies and Tyson Ranch. Join us!Guest: Tyler Dodd Connect with Tyler on Instagram Oklahoma Non-Profit Partner https://www.coffeebunker.org/Host: Ry Russell https://knotplastic.com/https://weedbudzradio.com/https://www.2weeks2launch.com/Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)

There are many disciplines of the Cannabis industry that requires much education to really be considered a master and we would consider growing to be one of those disciplines. When we think about growing Cannabis, to some, it could seem like you plant seeds, and eventually, you will grow some flower. However, most of us know this is knot the case. When our friend, Tess Woods, from Tess Woods PR, called and asked if we would be interested in meeting a Master Grower, of course, we jumped at the opportunity. We are super excited for this episode where we get to learn from the Master Grower of the flagship subsidiary of Canopy Growth Corp, Tweed Inc. Ryan Douglas, has spent much of his adult life studying plants and building businesses and you do knot want to miss our chat! Ryan published a book titled, From Seed to Success to help us budding cannapreneurs make sense of growing operations and also break things down in a very digestible way. In this book, Ryan provides many amazing resources for prospective growers and entrepreneurs looking for help building their Infrastructure and developing the overall strategy. Join our Chat and to purchase Ryan's book please follow the link directly below! Buy Now: From Seed to Success by Ryan DouglasGuest: Ryan Douglas From Seed to Success by Ryan Douglashttps://douglascultivation.com/Host: Ry Russell WeedBudzRadio.comKnotPlastic.comSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)

Back in July of 2020, we were first introduced to our friend, Peter Vogel, and his Leafwire platform. We learned how to utilize the platform for Cannabis Industry networking and have made a lot of new friends. We have also found some of our most favorite guests due to networking on the Leafwire platform. Now as we look to conclude 2020 and gear up for a crazy 2021 business climate we thought It would be a perfect time to follow up with Peter and see what is new with Leafwire and also breakdown some ways we Cannapreneurs can get ready for business in a new year! Be sure to check out Leafwires' crowdfunding campaign at https://www.seedinvest.com/leafwire/seedBecome a Leafwire investor today! Guest: Peter Vogel Leafwire Host: Ry Russell WeedBudzRadio.comKnotPlastic.comSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)

On this episode of WeedBudz Radio, we had the tremendous honor of meeting up with Joseph Sorbello PA-C, a Medial Marijuana Professional that not only helps individuals obtain a Medical Marijuana Card in the state of Maine but also does so in a refurbished ambulance. When our host, Ry, moved back to Maine, Ry had to trade in his Ohio Medical Program Card for a card in his home state of Maine. Having gone through a challenging process in Ohio, Ry was surprised how effective and efficient the process was not just in Maine, but with Joseph specifically. Ry explained how Joe makes everyone feel safe and comfortable, which is critical when working with patients, of course. Joe, also makes sure that you feel comfortable exploring products and safely consuming them. Ry could not say enough about how awesome Joe Sorbello is and how cool his mobile unit is and we were so grateful Joe joined us for this awesome episode of WeedBudz Radio, Join us! Guest: Joseph Sorbello PA-CMedial Marijuana PractionersHost: Ry - WeedBudz Radio - KnotPlastic.comSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)

Ry had the pleasure of meeting Laura at one of the first virtual events after the lockdown, due to this, many entrepreneurs had the opportunity to expand their network from their own homes. Today, Ry has the pleasure to sit down with Laura once again, to discuss not only her own journey into the cannabis space, but also how other businesses can design the ultimate customer experience. A lot of the knowledge Laura has obtained through 15+ years of building engaged and profitable communities in healthcare and finance. This led Laura to create, Laura Loo Experience Design, where everything is done based off the basic human need that everyone has to feel connected, and, that they belong. Join us!Guest: Laura HandLaura Loo Experience DesignHost: Ry RussellWeedBudz RadioKnot Plastic Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)

As the Cannabis industry continues to grow rapidly, we find more and more job openings looking for all-stars to fill in the gaps. Our host, Ry Russell, loves seeing people make the jump from "traditional" industries into the Cannabis sector. In this episode of WeedBudz Radio, Ry asked, Taurin to join the show and share his experiences making the shift from Luxury Retail to running a Cannabis dispensary. Taurin is a legend in retail and he made the brilliant pivot into Cannabis, and he is bringing those skills and Industry-leading customer service to this field. Ry along with dear friend and partner; Melissa Stapley of Pro 9 Ventures and MJ Hybrid Solutions had the pleasure of visiting Taurin, in his element at the beautiful Skokie, Illinois Greenhouse. Tune in and join us! Be sure to visit Pro 9 Wellness for all of your recovery and athletic CBD needs. Guest: Taurin Lyons GreenhouseHost: Ry Russell WeedBudzRadio.comKnotPlastic.comSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)

Taig Rehmel of Ashville Craft Cannabis joins WeedBudz Radio to talk about their growing business and their incredible line of products. From a young age, Taig knew that his journey in life probably was not going to be a "traditional" one. He is a man of the world and of this Earth. He started learning about agriculture from a young age and knew that he found his community. After finding his team, Taig set out to create beautiful products that are so much more than consumable, they are pieces of art. With the holidays coming up, we have the stress of flying and travel; along with the uncertainty of what to gift to those tricky members of our family and our friends. Luckily, Taig and the team at Ashville Craft Cannabis have the only flight you will need this holiday season, and if you use code WeedBudz at check out you can save yourself some coin. Craft Cannabis CBD Flower FlightsGuest: Taig Rahmel Ashville Craft Cannabis Host: Ry Russell, WeedBudz Radio Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)

Jason Cragholm of QualSCORE joins WeedBudz Radio and introduces us to the QualSCORE platform. QualSCORE is setting out to normalize the quality standards of the Cannabis industry. Measuring everything from product quality to customer service, Jason and QualSCORE make it very easy to measure "Happy Happy Customers" and identify problem areas within one's business for a quick resolution. In addition to QualSCORE, Jason is also the Founder of the weekly podcast and Internet show the GOX-BOX, referring to the "Group of Experts", which airs live every Friday, and each episode is uploaded to the archives of their LinkedIn group. If you are an expert be sure to join the group here!Guest: Jason Cragholm GOX-BOXQualSCOREHost: Ry RussellWeedBudzRadio.comKnotPlastic.comSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)

Maine's largest Cannabis retailer, Wellness Connection, will be stepping into the Adult-Use market under a new brand called, High North. Wellness Connection has been known for its large footprint in Maine's medical marijuana program since the initial launch of that program. With news of Wellness Connection converting one of their stores from the medical program to adult-use we had to sit down with our friends Susanne and Charlie and learn about all that is new and exciting. The first of their locations to convert to adult-use will be the shop in South Portland, or if you are from the area often referred to as SoPo. The store will be rocking Its new brand and name, High North. High North, has such beautiful branding and is inspired by all of the natural beauty we have here in Maine. Tune in and join us. Host: Ry Russell WeedBudzRadio.comGuests: Susanne and Charlie, Wellness Connection / High North Leadership. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)

At just 22 years of age, Dylan decided to make a run at entrepreneurship and has not looked back. He knew that he wanted to own his own business and he knew wanted to work on something that had a practical use and would have a positive sustainability mission. After doing some R&D, Dylan created a hemp fire starter using all-natural ingredients. Since his first iteration of the product, Dylan has been working like a mad scientist fine-tuning his formulas and his process, and quickly has been able to add additional products to his original offering. Join us in this episode of WeedBudz Radio and hear how this young entrepreneur set his business on fire. Purchase your very own hemp firestarter: https://www.treefreeheat.com/Guest: Dylan Veilleux Tree Free Heat Host: Ry Russell WeedBudzRadio.comKnotPlastic.comSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)

Matt Morfopoulos of Respond Flow joins us on WeedBudz Radio to discuss the success of text message marketing for cannabis businesses. Whether your business is a dispensary, cultivator, or has customer-facing facets to the business there are significant upsides to introducing a text message marketing campaign. Text message marketing still has one of the highest conversion rates of all communication channels with customers. You can easily push promotions, surveys, and even have two-way conversations with clients and prospects. Tune In and hear how Matt and respond flow can help increase your text message marketing success today! Guest: Matt Morfopoulos Respond Flow Host: Ry Russell WeedBudzRadio.comKnotplastic.comSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)

Many entrepreneurs and professionals of the Cannabis industry would tell you that Marijuana Business Daily's MJ BIZ CON is the largest event of the year, and one, that most are eagerly waiting for. So often, entrepreneurs are In the middle of the grind that Industry expos like this are really excuses for us to get out, expand our network, and learn as much as we possibly can. Unfortunately, the physical aspect of BizCon this year has been so 2020'd, as we attempt to turn this year in time into a descriptive past tense word of the future. However, with the physical conference going away, our friends at Marijuana Business and Hemp Industry Daily have taken this world-class event entirely virtual, and you are Invited. Our guest, Pamela Moore, VP of Marijuana Business Daily, joins the show to share some of the exciting opportunities coming up and as well as giving us a little gift to share with our community; be sure to use code "PR3BIZCON2020" to take a little off the top and help you join us for some incredibly exciting sessions and networking opportunities at this year virtual MJ BIZ CON. Guest: Pamela Moore, VP MJBizDailyhttps://mjbizconference.com/vegas/Host: Ry RussellWeedBudzRadio.comKnotplastic.comSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)