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This series explores the epic journey of Don Briere and Carol Gwilt, resilient leaders in Canada’s cannabis legacy. Jail time, stigma, loss and bureaucracy are no match for this couple whose dedication to the plant and each other have offered hope, inspir


    • Aug 3, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
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    In the Weeds

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2021 17:29


    This series explores the journey of Don Briere and Carol Gwilt, resilient leaders in Canada's cannabis legacy. Jail time, stigma, loss and bureaucracy are no match for this couple whose dedication to the plant and each other have offered hope, inspiration and compassion to thousands and helped drive the country toward legalization.In this episode:Don goes to jail and Carol is barred from visiting him. When he is released, he goes on to start one of the largest cannabis retail franchises Canada has ever seen despite continuous interference by laws he adamantly opposes.

    The Future is Green

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2021 12:57


    This series explores the journey of Don Briere and Carol Gwilt, resilient leaders in Canada's cannabis legacy. Jail time, stigma, loss and bureaucracy are no match for this couple whose dedication to the plant and each other have offered hope, inspiration and compassion to thousands and helped drive the country toward legalization.In this episode: The moment Don and Carol have been fighting finally arrives, Legalization Day in Canada. But with it, comes some of the most challenging days for their Cannabis company and Don's health.

    Good and Genuine

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2021 18:07


    This series explores the journey of Don Briere and Carol Gwilt, resilient leaders in Canada's cannabis legacy. Jail time, stigma, loss and bureaucracy are no match for this couple whose dedication to the plant and each other have offered hope, inspiration and compassion to thousands and helped drive the country toward legalization.On this episode:Two of Canada's pioneering cannabis retailers, Don Biere and Carol Gwilt, realized a dream by opening up Da Kine Smoke and Beverage Shop on Vancouver's iconic Commercial Drive. Months later, it was raided dramatically by police, causing more legal trouble for Don and Carol and removing a valued piece of the city's cannabis culture.

    A Relationship Built on Compassion

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2021 12:30


    This series explores the journey of Don Briere and Carol Gwilt, resilient leaders in Canada's cannabis legacy. Jail time, stigma, loss and bureaucracy are no match for this couple whose dedication to the plant and each other have offered hope, inspiration and compassion to thousands and helped drive the country toward legalization.In this episode:While on parole for a four-year prison sentence for cannabis cultivation, Don Briere meets the love of his life. While news of the medical benefits of cannabis continues to emerge, Don and Carol Gwilt have a similar intention of providing quality cannabis to those who need it.Resources: Zana Medical Group: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bt-fHoFPM-k Dr. Alan Shachelford Tedx Cincinnati: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wVlIZkbdwF4&t=136s

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    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2021 1:05


    This series explores the journey of Don Briere and Carol Gwilt, resilient leaders in Canada's cannabis legacy. Jail time, stigma, loss and bureaucracy are no match for this couple whose dedication to the plant and each other have offered hope, inspiration and compassion to thousands and helped drive the country toward legalization.

    Canada's Cannabis Pioneer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2021 15:40


    This series explores the journey of Don Briere and Carol Gwilt, resilient leaders in Canada's cannabis legacy. Jail time, stigma, loss and bureaucracy are no match for this couple whose dedication to the plant and each other have offered hope, inspiration and compassion to thousands and helped drive the country toward legalization. In this episode:Follow the long history of cannabis through the ages including the moment it was encountered by Don Briere, the man who became one of the largest retailers in Canada. Learn how cannabis went from a healing plant to a vilified, illegal substance, and how Don's disagreement of the criminalization of pot fueled his growth in the industry.Resources: Derek Thomas Tedx: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y27LDTbAMho&t=310s Dr. James Mackillop: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5eY0GfCJh0Y&list=WL&index=8 Annamaria Enenajor, Walrus Talks 2018: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xUZegI-f2A0&list=WL&index=6

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    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2021 1:32


    This series explores the journey of Don Briere and Carol Gwilt, resilient leaders in Canada's cannabis legacy. Jail time, stigma, loss and bureaucracy are no match for this couple whose dedication to the plant and each other have offered hope, inspiration and compassion to thousands and helped drive the country toward legalization.

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