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Have you noticed transformation fatigue in your organization? The feeling that you run faster and faster, and have to do more with less, while you don't accomplish the results of the changes that you were out for?Well, one aspect of that might be that you haven't “picked up” the folks in your organization where they are, and now they are working silently against the positive change that you want to instill. In the past, this was a simple concept, but today it is difficult to manage. That is why we invited Neelesh to our show so that he can share his years of org change management experience with us.Neelesh is an Operational Excellence Leader with 18+ years of experience driving enterprise-wide transformation, automation, and performance optimization for Fortune 500 firms in financial services, banking, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, and high-tech. He's a proven expert in end-to-end process improvement, digital transformation, intelligent automation, and large-scale operational strategy, leading global teams to streamline workflows, enhance efficiency, and reduce costs. Neelesh specializes in scaling process excellence initiatives, integrating AI, process mining, and automation to drive sustainable business impact.In this episode of the podcast, we are talking about:Neelesh's backgroundThe resistance to change — the “why” … and the lack of a “change muscle” in organizationsDid the approach to OCM change over the years?The change curve and the “never-ending change” today — take a break and celebrate milestonesHow can change be decelerated to a more “human pace”? (Spoiler alert: not likely)Best practices in OCMSetting up communities / safe spaceThe role of managers in change — bottom-up vs. top-down changesNeelesh is active on LinkedIn and can be reached here: linkedin.com/in/neeleshharmalker.Please reach out to us by either sending an email to hello@whatsyourbaseline.com or sign up for our newsletter and get informed when we publish new episodes here: https://www.whatsyourbaseline.com/subscribe/.

El Consejo de la Unión Europea aprobó este miércoles de manera definitiva la rebaja de la protección del lobo y pasará de ser una especie «estrictamente protegida» a solamente «protegido», tal y como aprobó anteriormente Convenio de Berna del Consejo de Europa. España permitirá la exportación de ovinos vivos a Argelia por barco desde el próximo 21 de abril, tras un acuerdo alcanzado con las autoridades argelinas por parte del Ministerio de Agricultura, Pesca y Alimentación. Unión de Uniones señala que la propuesta de modificación del Reglamento de la OCM dejaría desprotegidos a los productores en lugar de reforzarlos El consumo mundial de vino bajó en 2024 a su nivel más bajo desde 1961, anunció este miércoles la Organización Internacional del Vino (OIV), que alertó también de la "incertidumbre" en el sector por los aranceles estadounidenses. 

Fast turn around from last episode to this – with RoyalSydney about to publicly unveil their newly renovated Gil Hanse golf course. After a recent multi-hour walk around the property with super Adam Marchant, Scott shares his views on the design, and the highlights of the reworked layout. Needless to say – expectations were exceeded!  Prior to that, we briefly discuss golf shoes and a PhD studyundertaken by a listener of the pod. The link below takes you to a 10 minute survey for a LaTrobe University Podiatry faculty research project on golf footwear. We hope you're able to spare the time to participate. It will really help. https://redcap.latrobe.edu.au/redcap/surveys/?s=W4WHC4YRM9ERYAP7 A few listener questions are an entrée to the main fare -chat on Rose Bay. We briefly talk about the imminent North Adelaide course overhaul by The Shark, and OCM works including Long Island and Riversdale. Links below for some of that! Adelaide course work courtesy of Australian Golf Digest –https://www.australiangolfdigest.com.au/this-is-what-ive-dreamed-of-for-decades-norman-pumped-about-new-liv-golf-adelaide-project/ Long Island walk courtesy of The National GC website -https://nationalgolf.com.au/journal/long-island-course-walk-august-2024/ And to finish a great hole by hole look at Royal Sydney, asnarrated by Gil Hanse!https://player.vimeo.com/video/1069854367 As always – special thanks to our OG supporter - Angus AndGrace Go Golfing. Check their insta feed and website for some of the best golf apparel on the planet. Be the best dressed golfer at your club – visit Angus And Grace Go Golfing. Their pants, shorts, polos, vests, caps and more are brimming with style and quality. Seed Golf continues to provide an introductory 20% off forlisteners to Australian Golf Passport.  Head to seedgolf.com.au⁠ and enter AGP at checkout to get your hands on some premium golf balls at a super low price point. Thanks so much to Dean and all at Seed. Some of you have already tried Seed balls - thanks for supporting those who support us! Images related to this episode can be found on our Instagrampage (@AustralianGolfPassport) and on Twitter (@AusGolfPassport). Imagesaccompanied by attribution to their owners / creators. Podcast intro music - Nbhd Nick / Stop Playing With Me- Instrumental / courtesy of ⁠⁠⁠www.epidemicsound.com

Comment, question, or idea for the podcast? Send us a Text Message! Welcome to the Kobe episode of Season 2!This week, the gang updates us on some recent House Bill introductions while also (obviously) empathizing with the OCM and all of their IT issues in the final hours before the application deadline. Happens to the best of us! You'll get 'em next time, OCM!Plus, later in the episode, Marcus introduces us to the other 2/3 of his business venture, Jamil Jackson and Justin Carter. Between these three dudes lies an endless stream of stories, wisdom, lessons, and laughs as they chat about their histories both in cannabis and in business, how one mistake can lead to the greatest second chances in the world, and they look ahead to the exciting things coming around the corner for Minnesota cannabis.Also in this episode, Tanner, Steve, and Jordan most likely get cancelled by playing a new game Tanner has dubbed, "Lit Lent." Take one guess as to what you think this game is about...0:00:00-0:18:53 -- Introduction and "Lit Lent" [GAME]0:18:53-0:49:51 -- This Week in MN Cannabis [NEWS]0:49:51-1:56:23 -- Marcus' Chat w/ Jamil Jackson and Justin Carter [INTERVIEW]2:00:10-2:17:18 -- High Notes (kind of...)PLEASE be sure to subscribe, like, and share this episode with your favorite smoke sesh buddies! We'd love to have them in the circle!Get your Limited Edition MNCC x Grove Bag Today!For Yourself - https://mncannabiscollege.org/product/grovebag/For Your Shop - https://mncannabiscollege.org/product/grovebagwholesale/Drop your HOT TAKE for the Crew Here: https://forms.gle/5E46ewn6zPyRvTwaALinks from the Show:Public Comments for the Office of Cannabis Management Expedited Rulemaking Process - https://minnesotaoah.granicusideas.com/discussions/40360-minnesota-office-of-cannabis-management-notice-of-intent-to-adopt-expedited-rules-without-a-hearing?NPR Article: https://www.npr.org/2025/02/05/g-s1-46564/cannabis-market-illegal-weed-consumersThank You to Our Sponsors!North Star Cannabis Consulting - https://zaap.bio/northstarcannabisconsulting/Dope CFO - https://wooddopecfo.wordpress.com/EcoGarden Supply - https://www.ecogardensupply.com/Union Bank and Trust - https://www.ubtmn.com/PLNTRK - https://www.plntrk.com/Support the show

Kelly Kinghorn is Senior Partner and Digital Technology Practice Lead at ReVisionz, Inc. where he is passionate about guiding clients through their journey with expertise in digital transformation of physical assets. Mike Petrusky asks Kelly about his perspectives on asset management, the challenges of managing data and the role of new technologies in overcoming them. They explore why organizational change management (OCM) is a key part of this journey and how early involvement of operations and maintenance teams during a project is essential for setting data standards and requirements. Kelly believes that AI and machine learning can significantly aid in data cleanup and rationalization for existing assets, reducing the need for manual processes and he shares whey successful digital transformation programs require strong leadership support and a clear communication of benefits to stakeholders. Mike and Kelly offer practical advice for FM and asset managers while providing the inspiration needed to be an Asset Champion in your organization! Connect with Kelly on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-kinghorn-digital-technology-practice-lead-67132512/ Learn more about ReVisionz, Inc.: https://revisionz.com/ Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://eptura.com/discover-more/podcasts/asset-champion/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/  

Comment, question, or idea for the podcast? Send us a Text Message! Applications open, OCM grant money becomes available, and rule making moves to the next step! Then, listen as Marcus sits down with Dr. Clemon Dabney to discuss his background and future in the cannabis industry.Finally, it's time for another high note! Get your Limited Edition MNCC x Grove Bag Today!For Yourself - https://mncannabiscollege.org/product/grovebag/For Your Shop - https://mncannabiscollege.org/product/grovebagwholesale/Drop your HOT TAKE for the Crew Here: https://forms.gle/5E46ewn6zPyRvTwaAThank You to Our Sponsors!North Star Cannabis Consulting - https://zaap.bio/northstarcannabisconsulting/Dope CFO - https://wooddopecfo.wordpress.com/EcoGarden Supply - https://www.ecogardensupply.com/Union Bank and Trust - https://www.ubtmn.com/PLNTRK - https://www.plntrk.com/Support the show

A disclaimer: today we're using the Talk Birdie video gear for the first time. Audio goes up first, and video at 7pm the same day. Please bear with us, we're still learning how it works, what buttons do what, and the various camera angles. So the first few shows will be a bit rocky here and there - we will 100% screw some stuff up. If you see a camera shot pointing at the floor for 20 seconds you'll know why.!Onto the pod. We start with Nick's report on Mount Lawley following the recent OCM makeover, Nick was in Perth for the weekend and had a run at the course, did he enjoy it?LIV Adelaide, a wild success, looked great on TV, the crowds were huge, Mark has about ten people he knows who were there who said it was the best sporting event they've even been to. Mark talks about how the players have great stories, and attract crowds, which is what golf needs - big names. Nick didn't go this year, but he went two years ago and talks about the noise and vibe. We discuss the TV ratings and how they went.Tiger, Adam Scott and Jay Monahan met with Trump, and Tiger made some comments following that meeting about a potential unification of the different parties.Has Joaquin Niemann given away the location of The Australian Open? And what Aussie rising PGA star was seen deep in conversation with multiple LIV teams in Adelaide. The money is clearly attractive - Mark asks Nick if Alana would have allowed him to turn down that kind of money?Torrey Pines. How excited about Ludvig Åberg is Marko? Pretty excited as it turns out. Nick and Mark discuss his performance, and Mark pops into the simulator to show us some examples of Ludvig's pre-shot routine. Apologies for the audio issue here, the mic in the simulator was playing up - we'll fix it for next week. Mark says Ludwig will be a Top 10 machine, and will win a major this year. Which leads to Marks Top 5 - golfers who he believes will win a major in 2025.We have an update on the PING global opener. Nick is pumped as there were 3 PING players this weekend. Lots of feedback from the Wolfpack, keep it coming on socials, emails, carrier pigeons.Mark asks Nick - what do you have to do to be considered a 'black belt golfer'? We hear a voicemail from listener Mark with a question on slow play. Nicks masterclass on is on Ludwig, and again apologies for the audio - we'll sort for next week.Remember this episode will be on YouTube at 7pm Wednesday 19th, AEDST.We're live at Titleist and Footjoy HQ, we're here thanks to our great partners:The watchMynumbers app, play smarter and use your data. Download from the App Store or Google Play;PING will help you play your best. See your local golf shop or professional for a PING club fitting;Golf Clearance Outlet, visit them online here to find your nearest store, they're all over the country;Betr, the fastest and easiest betting app in Australia.Southern Golf Club - now with their brand new Simulator Room including Trackman.And of course Titleist and Footjoy!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok, send a voicemail here, and see us on YouTube here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Mark tries to, after 5-finger discounting a pair of FootJoys a couple of weeks ago, to do the same with a Titleist putter that he has found. In fairness it is quite stunning. Then his eyes turn to a new pair of FootJoys. As Al Czervik said, the mans a menace.We discuss Pebble Beach. Mark loved the drone shots, and Nick is a fan of the drone shot tracer. The weather was a bit mixed, leads to a chat as to why some golfers play well in the rain and others don't. Nick has a theory which he talks through. Mark tells a story about playing in driving rain in Scotland.Nick decides to have one final crack at a replacement for Wolfpack. He's had another dinner party with the Mount Lawley Toffee Nose Crowd *. Does he succeed? Spoiler alert, no.Minjee Lee is using a long putter, Nick and Mark discuss and talk about whether you can go back and forth.Mark has been looking at the TGL ratings and talks to them, and about Tiger being pinged by the shot clock. There was a suggestion on Twitter from a Wolfpacker about a shot clock idea which Mark and Nick discuss.Rumours get louder on the Australian Open...we chat about them. And then a voicemail comes in from Pete with a comment/question on slow play. Nick has another idea to solve slow play....could be a bit evil but it could work.And Mark has some audio of the loudest noise ever on a golf course, we play it.After the Turn, Marks Top 5 is on the most amazing up and downs he has seen. We get to PING Global results and we have a structural issue....we have no intro. Nick didn't like the AI one Mark created, and we haven't come up with any other option, so we are in a hole. Unprofessional.Lots of feedback, including a 59 for Mark to rate - dangerous after incurring the wrath of David Micheluzzi a couple of weeks agoAnd Nick's masterclass is simple but powerful. Oh and why does Mark call Mike Cocking from OCM an arsehole ? Awkward.As usual, unfortunately, Mark wants to finish the show with an AI song created on the spot. Does it go well? Does it crash and burn?We're coming from Titleist and Footjoy HQ, and we're here thanks to our great partners:The watchMynumbers app, play smarter and use your data. Download from the App Store or Google Play;PING will help you play your best. See your local golf shop or professional for a PING club fitting;Golf Clearance Outlet, visit them online here to find your nearest store, they're all over the country;Betr, the fastest and easiest betting app in Australia.Southern Golf Club - now with their brand new Simulator Room including Trackman.And of course Titleist and Footjoy!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok, send a voicemail here, and see us on YouTube here.* the crowd may not be actually be from Mount Lawley or toffee nosed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In news on Walking the Fairways I let you know about a $300M golf and surf resort coming to the Gold Coast, Rowan Daymond - Superintendent of The Grange GC in Adelaide drops in for a chat about preparing the course for LIV Golf Adelaide, Yowani Golf Club in Canberra gets a mention as their new layout design by Ben Davey from Contour Golf is growing in nicely, Mt Lawley Golf Club in Perth is soon to open their full course greens replacement program designed by OCM, and Nigel Taylor swings by to give us the details of his extreme challenge to raise awareness for mental health in the greenkeeping industry. You hit 'em clean and we'll keep 'em green! If any of the discussions in this podcast raised concerns with your mental health you can contact: Lifeline (Australia): 13 11 14 or visit www.lifeline.org.au Beyond Blue (Australia): 1300 224 636 or visit www.beyondblue.org.au MensLine Australia: 1300 789 978 or visit mensline.org.au People and places mentioned in this podcast: Palm Valley Gold Coast Yowani Golf Club Contour Golf Federal Golf Club Shoalhaven Heads Golf Club Cobram Barooga Golf Club Latrobe Golf Club OCM Design Huntingdale Golf Club Riversdale Golf Club Glenelg Golf Club The Grange Golf Club LIV Golf Adelaide Nedlands Golf Club Seaview Golf Club Mt Lawley Golf Club Nigel Taylor (Instagram)

There's been a massive gap in oncology where people who have been responsible for a dramatic increase in the standard of care have lacked a solid understanding of the business, payment and policy constructs required to deliver it. Dr. Stephen Schleicher has spent the early part of his career working to fill that gap.Dr. Schleicher entered medical school with an interest in oncology, anchored by an appreciation for the psychological toll cancer can have on a person, their family and caregivers that he gained from parents who were both psychologists. During his internal medicine residency at Brigham and Women's Hospital, Dr. Schleicher also worked at McKinsey and earned his MBA at Harvard Business School as part of a fully-funded fellowship. Through this combined experience, he started to develop a niche in the oncology space where clinical, business and policy decisions intersect, at a time when value-based care was just starting to gain momentum.After a fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Dr. Schleicher joined Tennessee Oncology, one of the nation's largest community-based cancer care practices, and shortly after became medical director of value-based care at OneOncology, a large community oncology network founded by Tennessee Oncology that spans multiple states. He subsequently returned his focus to Tennessee Oncology where he served as chief medical officer for two years and still practices as a breast cancer medical oncologist. Dr. Schleicher is also a board member and executive committee member at the Community Oncology Alliance.To set the stage for a Healthcare is Hard series focused on Oncology, Dr. Schleicher talked to Keith Figlioli about both the clinical and business trends influencing cancer care. Topics they discussed include:Community providers vs. health systems. For Dr. Schleicher, the ultimate goal is to give cancer patients the personal feel of a community clinic with the resources – including access to precision medicine and clinical trials – that have historically only existed at academic medical centers. While Dr. Schleicher firmly believes that nearly all cancer care should be delivered outside the hospital, he recognizes the expertise for certain conditions – like rare sarcomas – that only exists at academic medical centers and discussed the dynamics of “coopetition” that exists between health systems and community providers in markets across the country.Oncology's cost center. Drugs already account for a significant portion of spending on oncology care, and with dozens of new FDA approvals for cancer therapies each year – some with extremely high costs – this trend will continue. But there are many other variables contributing to the large percentage of spending that goes towards drugs, including the shift from infusions to more oral medication. Dr. Schleicher explains how reliance on oral medication introduces PBMs and specialty pharmacies into the equation, which can add cost and complexity, and sometimes slow the speed of critical care.The value based care dilemma. Dr. Schleicher talked about how successful The CMS Oncology Care Model (OCM) was at optimizing care for Tennessee Oncology's patients. He says hospitalizations and ER visits went from 20%-30% of costs before OCM to less than 10% now. The remaining 90% of costs now goes towards drugs – even when used appropriately following pathways. The dilemma is that there isn't too much more room for cost improvement in care delivery. Dr. Schleicher discussed how payers need a better understanding of how to incentivize providers around costs they can control, while allowing for expensive therapies if they're the right drug at the right time to improve costs and outcomes in the long run.To hear Stephen and Keith discuss these topics and more, listen to this episode of Healthcare is Hard: A Podcast for Insiders.

Massive episode of Talk Birdie To Me today, in fact our longest episode so far. Could be because Mark consistently derailed the pod, but it could be that there was lots of stuff to talk about. Truth is probably somewhere in the middle.Nick has come in worked up over slow play after watching the Desert Classic in California and the Dubai Desert Classic at the weekend. Mark agrees and is amazed when Nick tells him the durations of some of the rounds. Nick gives his view again that stroke penalties should be introduced. Mark has three things he'd like to see happen that he feels will address slow play instantly. Nick's big beef is that the players are allowed to get away with it and the time limits are not being policed.In the Desert Classic, William Mouw shot 13 on a par 5, Nick saw it, Mark didn't - but it was what happened on the next hole that Nick found even more amusing.Mark mentions a major award Australia's OCM have won in the US for their work on the Medinah course near Chicago. Mark tells a story about him and Mike Clayton playing with a young kid from Queensland called Adam Scott at Cranbourne, and after seeing his first hole thinking he was rubbish.....but Adam then went on to blow them both away. Mark talks about how Adam was 'using the force' with his putting.We discuss Brandel Chamblee's tweet this week criticising LIV. Nick raises Rory McIlroy's chat with young Tom McKibbin about going to LIV or not.Top 5 from Mark is on the most disastrous holes ever. Plenty of feedback, including feedback from a tour pro giving one of our illustrious hosts a whack around the choppers. Very funny.PING Global with Nick is nearly derailed by Mark who has discovered AI this week and has been creating 'songs'. Unfortunately, he plays a few, and decides he wants to finish the pod by playing one in full - feel free to turn off when you get to that part.Nick's masterclass is inspired by William Mouw, video on socials.We're coming from Titleist and Footjoy HQ, and we're here thanks to our great partners:The watchMynumbers app, play smarter and use your data. Download from the App Store or Google Play;PING will help you play your best. See your local golf shop or professional for a PING club fitting;Golf Clearance Outlet, visit them online here to find your nearest store, they're all over the country;Betr, the fastest and easiest betting app in Australia.Southern Golf Club - now with their brand new Simulator Room including Trackman.And of course Titleist and Footjoy!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok, send a voicemail here, and see us on YouTube here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

El Gobierno aprueba la norma que establece la voluntariedad del cuaderno digital de explotación. El acuerdo de Consejo de Ministros ha sido publicado hoy en BOE. Novedades en el Programa Nacional de Erradicación de la Tuberculosis Bovina 2025. El Gobierno de Aragón ha convocado una línea de subvenciones por valor de 850.000 euros con cargo al Presupuesto de la Comunidad Autónoma para 2025, con el objetivo de apoyar a las cooperativas agrarias que atraviesan por momentos de dificultades debido al impacto de la sequía de los últimos años. El ministro Planas trasladó ayer por la tarde a las comunidades autónomas las prioridades de España para la presidencia polaca de la UE. El Consejo de Ministros de Agricultura abordará el próximo día 27 en Bruselas cuestiones comerciales como el tratado con Mercosur, y la Comisión presentará la propuesta de reglamento sobre aplicación transfronteriza de prácticas desleales y la modificación de la OCM para fortalecer la posición de los agricultores.

Comment, question, or idea for the podcast? Send us a Text Message! It's cold outside, but Tanner, Steve, and Jordan are fired up in the Dabbler Depot studio for another episode of Northern Lights! First, join us for a game we're calling Word Salad Strain Name! With a mix of random words, we craft outrageous cannabis strain names like “Caribou Cookies” and imagine their flavor, aroma, and effects. Which will reign supreme?Then the crew then tackles the newly proposed expedited OCM rules, including the controversial 70% THC cap, medical vs. adult-use tracking systems, and more. What do these changes mean for consumers, craft producers, and the future of Minnesota's cannabis industry? Spoiler: the team has opinions.Next, Tanner is joined by Toph (@firebeards), a local cultivator and solventless processor, to discuss the impacts of the 70% THC cap on craft businesses and consumers. Using a clear juice analogy, Toph explains why the cap doesn't make sense and what it could mean for innovation in the industry.Finally, we wrap things up with High Thoughts as the team reflects on cannabis memes, creative inspirations, and more.Thanks to Dabbler Depot for hosting! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Reddit, LinkedIn, and YouTube. Don't forget to subscribe, share, and leave a comment!Filmed and Recorded at the Dabbler Depot Studio in St. PaulLinks from the Show:Draft Rules from the Office of Cannabis Management (Jan 13, 2025) - https://mn.gov/ocm/assets/RD4844-11295180100844890568-011325_tcm1202-664935.pdfPublic Comments for the Office of Cannabis Management Expedited Rulemaking Process - https://minnesotaoah.granicusideas.com/discussions/40360-minnesota-office-of-cannabis-management-notice-of-intent-to-adopt-expedited-rules-without-a-hearing?@Firebeards on IG - https://www.instagram.com/firebeardsGreen Machine Memes on IG - https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/17944941704808341/Thank You to Our Sponsors!North Star Cannabis Consulting- https://zaap.bio/northstarcannabisconsultingNatural Harvest - http://minnesotacannabisseeds.com (Use code “NL10” for 10% off your order!)Union Bank and Trust - https://www.ubtmn.comPLNTRK - https://www.plntrk.com/#Cannabis #minnesota #cannabisnews #northernlightspodcast #OCM #cannabiseducationSupport the show

Comment, question, or idea for the podcast? Send us a Text Message! When it rains cannabis news in Minnesota, it's a freaking snowstorm! Tanner and Marcus dive headfirst into a whirlwind of updates shaping the state's cannabis landscape. With leadership shake-ups at OCM and a fast-tracked rulemaking process that has disappointed many in the community, the year is already off to a wild start.But it's not all news on Northern Lights! Join us for game time with Who's In the Circle? This week, we debate who earns the final spot in the smoking circle: buds, besties, or beefs? Who's the chillest toke buddy, and who's most likely to hog the joint? We're making tough calls, and it's your turn to weigh in!Tanner also sits down with Sydney Peloquin from Minny Grown to talk about her journey into cannabis, the evolution of the industry, and how she tells the brand's story online. From standout products to exciting plans for 2025, Sydney gives us a glimpse of what's next for this Minnesota-grown powerhouse.Finally, it's time for the weekly High Note! Tanner, Marcus, and Jordan share their latest musings—whether cannabis-inspired revelations, a flash from the past, or totally random epiphanies.Buckle up—it's a blizzard of cannabis content to kick off the new year, and you won't want to miss a second of it!Filmed and Recorded at the Dabbler Depot Studio in St. PaulLinks from the Show:Press Release from Governor Walz - https://mn.gov/governor/newsroom/press-releases/index.jsp?id=1055-663733Draft Rules from the Office of Cannabis Management (Jan 13, 2025) - https://mn.gov/ocm/assets/RD4844-11295180100844890568-011325_tcm1202-664935.pdfPublic Comments for the Office of Cannabis Management Expedited Rulemaking Process - https://minnesotaoah.granicusideas.com/discussions/40360-minnesota-office-of-cannabis-management-notice-of-intent-to-adopt-expedited-rules-without-a-hearing?MinnyGrown - https://minnygrown.com/Thank You to Our Sponsors!North Star Law Group - https://northstarlaw.com/cannabis/Natural Harvest - http://minnesotacannabisseeds.com (Use code “NL10” for 10% off your order!)Union Bank and Trust - https://www.ubtmn.comPLNTRK - https://www.plntrk.com/Support the show

Comment, question, or idea for the podcast? Send us a Text Message! Please Note: This episode was recorded before news broke that Charlene Briner will step down as interim director of OCM on Jan 17th to be replaced by OCM's General Counsel Eric Taubel. Check back next week for our full take!Tanner and John kick off 2025 with an in-depth look at Minnesota's cannabis landscape. As the legislative session looms, the state faces uncertainty, with legal disputes and special elections shaping the balance of power. We explore what's ahead for lawmakers and the cannabis industry.Next, we delve into the latest moves by Minnesota-based MSO Vireo, followed by a special game, Looking Back on 2024, where we rank last year's most impactful cannabis moments. Which events will stand the test of time, and which will go up in smoke?Tanner also chats with John Dugas of Superior Molecular about cutting-edge hemp-derived edibles, water-soluble THC, and the future of cannabis emulsions in Minnesota and beyond.Then a one-two punch of Tanner's Terp Tasting with Green Machine Farm's BOP and Hashy Gilmore's Sour Papaya with Cayle from the Dabbler Depot! To wrap things up, we're joined by our friend Kelly to share our High Thoughts to close this exciting first episode of the year!Filmed and Recorded at the Dabbler Depot Studio in St. PaulLinks from the Show:Press Release from Governor Walz - https://mn.gov/governor/newsroom/press-releases/index.jsp?id=1055-663733Superior Molecular - https://www.superiormolecular.com/Green Machine Farms - https://www.instagram.com/greenmachinecannabisHashy Gilmore - https://www.instagram.com/hashy.gilmore710Thank You to Our Sponsors!North Star Law Group - https://northstarlaw.com/cannabis/Natural Harvest - http://minnesotacannabisseeds.com (Use code “NL10” for 10% off your order!)Union Bank and Trust - https://www.ubtmn.comPLNTRK - https://www.plntrk.com/Support the show

Comment, question, or idea for the podcast? Send us a Text Message! The OCM sidesteps the District Court and moves forward with licensing, Vireo and UFCW 1189 strike a deal to prevent a strike, and Detroit Lakes and Ely weigh their approach to cannabis regulation — all this and more on this week's Northern Lights.Then, Steve, Tanner, and Jordan celebrate Super Boof, Leafly's 2024 Strain of the Year. We sample Super Boof from a few different makers and share our hopes for cannabis strains in 2025.We also try out True Bloom's Edible Strips, a fresh take on THC-infused edibles with a blend of THC+CBD+CBN.Finally, we end on the highest of notes for our final episode of 2025!Filmed and Recorded at the Dabbler Depot Studio in St. PaulLinks from the Show:NORTHERN LIGHTS HOLIDAY PARTY - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/northern-lights-holiday-party-tickets-1096465651279?utm_experiment=test_share_listing&aff=ebdsshiosMN OCM Announcement - https://mn.gov/ocm/media/news-releases/?id=660604Contract Agreed to Between Vireo and UFCW Local 1189 - https://ufcw1189.org/news/tentative-agreement-reached-vireo-health-mnDetroit Lakes Passes Cannabis Ordinance - https://www.dl-online.com/news/local/detroit-lakes-passes-cannabis-ordinance-but-cracks-way-down-on-number-of-possible-retail-shopsEly Cannabis Ordinance - https://www.elyecho.com/article/2325,council-a-weed-killerSuperBoof Leafly Strain of the Year 2024 - https://www.leafly.com/news/strains-products/super-boof-leafly-strain-of-the-year-2024True Bloom Mango Guava Edible Strips - https://truebloomwellness.com/products/cbd-strips-rest-mangoThank You to Our Sponsors!North Star Law Group - https://northstarlaw.com/cannabis/Natural Harvest - http://minnesotacannabisseeds.com (Use code “NL10” for 10% off your order!)Union Bank and Trust - https://www.ubtmn.comPLNTRK - https://www.plntrk.com/Support the show

Comment, question, or idea for the podcast? Send us a Text Message! Today, the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) announced its next actions to launch Minnesota's cannabis industry following a Ramsey County District Court judge's decision to stay the cannabis license preapproval lottery originally scheduled for Nov. 26. To avoid further delay and risks to social equity, OCM is ending the license preapproval process and moving forward with opening a standard licensing cycle for both social equity and general applicants beginning early next year. This step allows the office to prevent delays to the market launch due to ongoing litigation and retain some benefit to social equity by allowing applicants for license preapprovals to move into this new round. The 2024 law that established the license preapproval process emphasized rigorous review and operational readiness to ensure that social equity applicants were market-ready. The delays related to the court's order to pause the lottery eliminate any early-mover advantages offered by the expedited license preapproval process envisioned by the Legislature. Therefore, the lawsuits brought by some unsuccessful applicants necessitate moving directly to the licensing cycle for both social equity and general applicants. “We remain committed to launching an equitable, sustainable, and responsible cannabis marketplace in Minnesota,” said OCM Interim Director Charlene Briner. “Our path forward ensures we remain on track to launch Minnesota's new cannabis market and also preserves some of the social equity benefits that were at the heart of the preapproval process and that are foundational to the law as it was originally conceived.” Thank you to Fox News for recording this Press Conference after our request was denied by OCM.Original Source Video: https://www.fox9.com/video/1560719Support the show

Comment, question, or idea for the podcast? Send us a Text Message! In this bonus episode of Northern Lights, we dive into the recent decision by the District Court to stay the Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management's (OCM) Social Equity Preapproval Lottery. This ruling has sent ripples through Minnesota's cannabis community, sparking debates about fairness, preparedness, and the future of this nascent industry. Nearly 18 months have passed since Governor Walz signed the legalization bill into law, yet the cannabis industry remains in limbo. In this episode, we explore the multifaceted perspectives on this decision, what it means for the OCM, prospective cannabis businesses, and the broader community eagerly awaiting progress.We begin with Jen Randolph Reise of North Star Law Group, a firm behind one of the lawsuits heard in court this week. Jen explains what distinguishes her plaintiffs and why she believes Minnesotans deserve a fair process for rolling out the cannabis industry. She emphasizes that the lawsuit's focus is not on obstructing progress but on ensuring that social equity applicants aren't disadvantaged by what she describes as an inequitable process within the OCM.Next, we hear from Leili Fatehi of Blunt Strategies, a prominent cannabis consulting firm in Minnesota. Known for leading the successful MN is Ready campaign to legalize adult-use cannabis, Leili argues that this process, while frustrating to those who received denial letters, is a necessary step to uphold the integrity of the industry. She critiques the court's actions, highlighting the negative impact of delays on businesses poised to begin operations, and underscores her belief that the OCM's approach is necessary to filter out bad actors.Finally, Jeff Brinkman of Superior Cannabis Company shares his concerns about the OCM's handling of the preapproval lottery. Having followed the courtroom arguments closely, Jeff critiques what he perceives as the OCM's lack of understanding in creating a transparent and functional regulatory process. He reflects on the need for better communication and collaboration to avoid further missteps and to ensure the industry develops as intended.To round out the episode, we share the OCM's official statement, providing their perspective on the court's decision and their vision for moving forward. While opinions on these events may vary, we believe all stakeholders can unite behind the shared goal of building a fair, efficient, and inclusive cannabis industry in Minnesota.This moment may feel like a setback, but every challenge brings an opportunity to learn and improve. The vision for Minnesota's cannabis industry is one of inclusion, opportunity, and community benefit. It's a vision worth fighting for, and the voices we've heard today remind us why it matters. Let's hope the next steps, whatever they may be, bring us closer to that vision.Links from the Show:North Star Law Group - https://northstarlaw.com/cannabis/Blunt Strategies - https://bluntstrategies.com/Superior Cannabis Co. - https://www.superiorcannabiscompany.com/OCM Statement - https://mn.gov/ocm/media/news-releases/?id=655334Support the show

Comment, question, or idea for the podcast? Send us a Text Message! It's been a week in the Minnesota cannabis world, and Steve and Tanner are here to break it all down. The Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) scheduled the first round of its Social Equity Preapproval Lottery… and then the District Court stepped in with a stay, temporarily halting the process. Next step, Minnesota Court of Appeals.Meanwhile, Minneapolis and Duluth are busy considering cannabis ordinances, each putting their own spin on what regulation should look like for retailers and parks. On the business side, things aren't much smoother. Employees at Vireo are on the brink of a strike after slow-moving contract negotiations with UFCW Local 1189, threatening to throw half of the state's medical cannabis program into disarray. And in slightly lighter news, a study from the University of Minnesota shows that students are trading heavy drinking for cannabis. Call it progress?This week's episode also features an interview with Sean Paul Kehren of North Star Law Group. Sean shares stories about growing up in Pine City, his path to becoming a lawyer, and what's driven him to navigate Minnesota's cannabis legal landscape. Quick note: North Star's lawsuit against OCM hadn't been filed yet when we recorded this conversation.To unwind, we sample Modist Brewing's new Melt Pop's flavors—Citrus Punch and Sangria Ginger Ale—and Tanner treats us to Big Cat Hash's Strawberry Pie for another Terp Tasting. As always, we end with a high note, trying to find some joy in the everlasting and ever growing chaos.Production Note: Most of this episode was recorded before the court's decision on Monday. Even so, the conversations are still relevant—maybe even more so. We'll be back later this week with more thoughts on that ruling.Filmed and Recorded at the Dabbler Depot Studio in St. PaulLinks from the Show:OCM Lawsuit Decision: https://www.startribune.com/minnesotas-first-lottery-for-cannabis-business-licenses-delayed-amid-litigation/601186596Minneapolis Feedback on Cannabis Ordinances: https://www.minneapolisparks.org/news/2024/11/18/minneapolis-park-and-recreation-board-opens-public-comment-period-for-draft-cannabis-and-tobacco-and-thc-policies/North Star Law Group: https://northstarlaw.com/cannabis/ (or email to sean@northstarlaw.com) Modist Melt Pop Citrus Punch: https://modistbrewing.com/drinks/melt-pop-citrus-punch/Modist Melt Pop Sangria Ginger Ale: https://modistbrewing.com/drinks/melt-pop-sangria-ginger-ale/Big Cat Hash: https://www.instagram.com/bigcathashThank You to Our Sponsors!North Star Law Group - https://northstarlaw.com/cannabis/Natural Harvest - http://minnesotacannabisseeds.com (Use code “NL10” for 10% off your order!)Union Bank and Trust - https://www.ubtmn.comSupport the show

Продолжаем (но не заканчиваем) нашу серию про оптику. От истории развития магистральной связи через устройство оптических линий, разобравшись с компонентами сети DWDM к планированию и строительству - сегодняшней теме. Кто: Борис Черваков. Сетевой инженер в Яндексе Александр Лобачёв. Руководитель группы Yandex Network Influence в Яндексе Павел Остапенко. Сетевой инженер ООО "Булат" Димитрий Старых. Зам.начальника научного отдела Т8 Про что: Планирование: нужен ли мне DWDM? Полоса, матрица трафика, расстояние, топология, оптический дизайн. Строительство: прокладка кабеля (какого?), рефлектометрия, терминальные и узлы усиления, Telecom/DCI. Пуско-наладка: классы лазеров, встроенные механизмы защиты (ALS, APR, Back Reflection), запуск первой лямбды, настройка EDFA (AGC, APC), калибровка рамана, регулировка мощности (ATT, VOA, ROADM), Optical CP, OSA, OCM, NMS, LCT Апгрейд: модернизировать или строить новую Сообщение telecom №141. Оптика. Строительство появились сначала на linkmeup.

Comment, question, or idea for the podcast? Send us a Text Message! In this episode of Northern Lights, Steve and Tanner dive into the latest developments shaking up the cannabis world. First, they dissect the Office of Cannabis Management's recent legal action against Zaza in Minneapolis and St. Paul. Then, they unpack fresh Gallup poll data revealing that cannabis has officially outpaced tobacco in popularity (finally!), while exploring how GTI and RISE are positioning themselves for big moves in the hemp industry. Plus, they discuss the former OCM director's transition to a new role in the federal government—and her brand-new podcast.Next, Tanner sits down with Curtis White of MN Roots, a cannabis retailer with locations in Elk River and Cross Lake, MN. Curtis shares stories about growing up in rural Minnesota, his experiences working in the cannabis industry in California and Arizona, and the invaluable lessons he's learned over decades in the field. Hear all about his headline-grabbing partnership with Off the Path, a tribally-owned dispensary making waves in the industry.Finally, it's time for Tanner's Terp Tasting, where we sample Sour Papaya rosin from T.Squisher. As always, we wrap up with The High Note, reflecting on the current state of cannabis, our mental states, and everything in between.Filmed and Recorded at the Dabbler Depot Studio in St. PaulLinks from the Show:Summons and Compliant: Zaza -  https://www.documentcloud.org/documents/25292620-mcro_27-cv-24-17066_summons-and-complaint_2024-11-12_20241114083900?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_content=Zaza%20Lake%20Street&utm_campaign=NuggetsMN Roots - https://mnrootswholesale.com/T.Squisher - https://www.instagram.com/t.squisher/Thank You to Our Sponsors!North Star Law Group - https://northstarlaw.com/cannabis/Natural Harvest - http://minnesotacannabisseeds.com (Use code “NL10” for 10% off your order!)Union Bank and Trust - https://www.ubtmn.comSupport the show

Comment, question, or idea for the podcast? Send us a Text Message! The Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) hosted a virtual informational listening session on the CanRenew and CanGrow grants, the two programs implemented and overseen by the Division of Social Equity.CanRenew will award grants to eligible organizations for investments in communities where long-term residents are eligible to be social equity applicants.CanGrow will award grants to eligible organizations to help farmers navigate the regulatory structure of the legal cannabis industry, and nonprofit corporations to fund loans to farmers for entry and expansion into the legal cannabis industry.For more information, please visit the OCM's website: https://mn.gov/ocm/socialequity/Support the show

Comment, question, or idea for the podcast? Send us a Text Message! Join Marcus and Tanner as they dive into the latest cannabis news in Minnesota. From the OCM's internal turmoil to deficiency notices and the rise of microbusinesses, there's a lot unfolding in the North Star State.Beyond cannabis, the Psychedelic Medicine Taskforce has recommended that Minnesota decriminalize psilocybin mushrooms, while Massachusetts is voting on adult-use legalization. And did we mention? Vice President Kamala Harris is calling for nationwide legalization.Next, Tanner chats with Jason Tarasek of Vicente LLP, a leading national cannabis law firm. Learn about Jason's background as an activist with the Marijuana Policy Project and the founding of Minnesotans for Responsible Marijuana Regulation. They'll also explore the current state of cannabis policy in Wisconsin and speculate on what's ahead for South Dakota, North Dakota, and Nebraska.Finally, it's time for the High Note with Tanner's Terp Reviews, Marcus's T-Break updates, and Jordan's Golden Bachelorette binge! All this and more on another exciting episode of Northern Lights!Filmed and Recorded at the Dabbler Depot Studio in St. PaulLinks from the Show:Jason Tarasek - https://vicentellp.com/people/jason-tarasek/ (or 612-961-8112)Thank You to Our Sponsors! North Star Law Group - https://northstarlaw.com/cannabis/Natural Harvest - http://minnesotacannabisseeds.com (Use code “NL10” for 10% off your order!)Union Bank and Trust - https://www.ubtmn.comSupport the show

Comment, question, or idea for the podcast? Send us a Text Message! It's a news-packed episode as Steve and Tanner break down everything happening in cannabis. First, they turn to Minnesota for an update on illegal products seized by OCM, an update on the timeline of licensure by OCM, and a few petitions for medical cannabis in Minnesota being reviewed by… the OCM.Then, we turn national as the hosts break down the status of ballots across the country, including in North Dakota, South Dakota, Florida, and Nebraska! Finally, we discuss the chaos out of California as the governor acts to ban hemp-derived THC.It's a lot of news, so we unwind by trying a new beverage (Picnic), and then we hit a high note, breaking down the best French fries in the Twin Cities. All on another episode of Northern Lights!Filmed and Recorded at the Dabbler Depot Studio in St. PaulLinks from the Show:Petitions for Adding Medical Delivery Methods: https://mn.gov/ocm/dmc/patients/the-basics/petitions.jsp#:~:text=Legislative%20changes%20to%20the%20petitions,into%20effect%20July%201%2C%202024.Support the show

In this Episode I and Rhonda briefly discuss the importance of Organizational Change Management, and whether Rhonda has any favorite OCM tool? Listen to find out :)

In a conversation with Danny Yang, the founder of OCM and Osura. The discussion delves into the concept of 'parent child provenance' and its significance in the world of ordinals and collections, particularly in a decentralized context. The key points include the challenges faced with provenance, such as unclear on-chain collections and centralized control by marketplaces like Magic Eden. It emphasizes the importance of parent child provenance for maintaining long-term value and organizing collections on the Bitcoin blockchain. The conversation explores tools and processes for implementing parent child provenance, the difficulties in adoption, and the potential for better UI and education to make it accessible. Innovative solutions like recursion in batch inscriptions and the significance of creating a structured hierarchy of collections were highlighted. Lastly, the discussion underscores the need for more widespread adoption and education to make the parent child approach ubiquitous in future collections. The Ordinal Show is a series of regular Twitter Spaces featuring conversations with amazing people from the Bitcoin Ordinals community. Every Mon at 10:30am ET & Wed at 6:30pm ET. Hosted by Trevor.btc, Jan and Leonidas. Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheOrdinalShow Subscribe to our Substack: https://theordinalshow.substack.com

Do you want to know the difference between OCM and Technical Change, and the skills required to perform these roles? Listen now :)

Send us a Text Message.In this episode Herb speaks with cannabis real estate attorney Kristin Jordan about Kentucky's medical marijuana applications, the impetus for creating the Asian Cannabis Roundtable, and the real estate challenges facing New York's cannabis market. Our Licensee Highlight segment features Reggie Keith, founder Buffalo's Canna-House, a premiere cannabis event club, lifestyle brand, and resource center. Reggie's community centered approach has positioned Canna-House for success now that he has received one of New York State's first microbusiness licenses. Further Reading:Kentucky to Open Applications for the State's Medical Marijuana BusinessCanna House focuses on cannabis education and using it in safe spacesCanna-House expands reach of cannabis industry with mentorship programJoint Session: Diverse Voices in NYS Cannabis is produced by Herb Barbot, with additional production and engineering by Matt Patterson, with Rebecca Malpica producing our digital marketing/social media.In addition, thank you to Cannabis Wire for contributing our cannabis news. You can now get 30% off a subscription to Cannabis Wire by going to CannabisWire.com and using discount code: CWJOINTSESSIONPlease contact us at herb.jointsession@gmail.com if you have any questions or comments, including topics to cover. Follow the show on Instagram at jointsession.pod, and on LinkedIn at Joint Session Podcast. If you're enjoying the show, leave us a rating and review on your favorite podcast platform. It helps new listeners find the show.

Mike Cocking is the “C” in the Australian golf design firm OCM. His partners are former tour player and 2006 U.S. Open champion Geoff Ogilvy and Ashley Mead. The trio have built courses in Australia and Asia and consult with some of the top historic clubs Down Under including Victoria and Kingston Heath. Over the… Read More Read More The post Episode 88: Mike Cocking appeared first on Feed The Ball.

Comment, question, or idea for the podcast? Send us a Text Message! The Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) hosted an informational webinar to guide social equity applicants through the process of completing the application for cannabis business license preapproval in Minnesota.Presenters:Merone Melekin, Outreach DirectorKimberly Maturo-Hilt, Information TechnologyMax Zappia, Chief Regulatory OfficerFor more information, please visit the OCM's website: https://mn.gov/ocm/Please note that due to minor recording issues, there are two brief cuts in this meeting's recording. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.Contents of this Recording:00:00 - MNCC Introduction00:37 - Introductions and Agenda (Merone Melekin)05:02 - Completing Your Application (Kimberly Maturo-Hilt)17:40 - Application Forms, Requirements, and Timelines (Max Zappia)24:38 - Application Tips and Resources (Merone Melekin)44:23 - Frequently Asked Questions (Merone Melekin)54:00 - Key Takeaways and Next Steps (Merone Melekin)Support the Show.

Send us a Text Message.New York State's cannabis program has been a magnet for lawsuits that have stymied progress in issuing licenses and growing the industry. Is the problem the agency's implementation of the governing law, or is it the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act itself that is the problem? In this episode Herb speaks with attorney Fatima Afia and covers the full range of lawsuits that have been filed against the NYS Office of Cannabis Management's adult use program.      Further Reading:New York's OCM distracted with over 20 lawsuitsState's cannabis office facing over 20 lawsuitsNew York hit with another lawsuit challenging marijuana social equityJoint Session: Diverse Voices in NYS Cannabis is produced by Herb Barbot, with additional production and engineering by Matt Patterson, with Rebecca Malpica producing our digital marketing/social media.  In addition, thank you to Cannabis Wire for contributing our cannabis news.Please contact us at herb.jointsession@gmail.com if you have any questions or comments, including topics to cover. Follow the show on Instagram at jointsession.pod, and on LinkedIn at Joint Session Podcast. If you're enjoying the show, leave us a rating and review on your favorite podcast platform. It helps new listeners find the show.

Comment, question, or idea for the podcast? Send us a Text Message! Welcome to the MNCC recording of the Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) training session on completing the social equity verification process. This is the crucial first step for potential social equity applicants aiming to participate in Minnesota's new cannabis industry, launching this summer.This training was held from 4-6 p.m. on Friday, June 21, at the Sabathani Community Center Auditorium in Minneapolis. Preregistration was strongly encouraged, and attendees signed up using a designated registration form.This workshop underscores the state's dedication to fostering a fair and inclusive cannabis industry. Recent updates to Minnesota's cannabis law have introduced a licensing preapproval and vetted lottery process for qualified social equity applicants.For those unable to attend the event, this recording will provide a detailed, step-by-step guide through the verification process. Charlene Briner, OCM interim director, has emphasized that additional information and technical assistance resources are forthcoming.“The Office of Cannabis Management is committed to providing ongoing information and assistance as we prepare to open the application and licensing process,” said Briner. “We encourage potential applicants to check our website frequently as we continue to add guides and materials to support applicants every step of the way.”As part of this summer's launch, applicants must complete the verification process to ensure they qualify for social equity status. This process runs from June 24 to July 10.Verified social equity applicants will then be eligible to submit an application for license preapproval from July 24 to August 12, as mandated by law. These applications will undergo a review and vetting process, and qualified candidates will enter a lottery planned for this fall.Applicants will complete both the verification and preapproval processes through the OCM website.For more information and to review social equity eligibility requirements, please visit the OCM website.Support the Show.

In this episode Herb briefly covers news items from across the country, and locally in New York, where a major report in The City, by Rosalind Adams, detailed that OCM officials repeatedly raised alarms to Governor Hochul's team over private equity loan deal. Also, shuttered unlicensed shop owners joined to bring a class action lawsuit against New York City claiming the closures are unconstitutional.   In the first segment, Herb speaks with Vladimir Bautista, CEO and Co-Founder of Happy Munkey, LLC., an internationally known NYC lifestyle company that is synonymous with cannabis culture. Vladimir is a speaker that is highly in demand across the globe and on this episode we'll understand why.  Finally, in our Licensee Highlight segment, Herb speaks to Sandra Jaquez and Indhira Mojica, two license applicants who are also on the board of the Latino Cannabis Association. Sandra and Indhira are entrepreneurs who will share some commonsense wisdom with the State.  Further Reading on Our Guests and TopicsState Cannabis Officials Repeatedly Raised Alarms to Hochul's Team Over Private Equity Loan Deal, Internal Emails ShowIllegal Cannabis Shop Owners Challenge Adam's Crackdown on Unlicensed NYC Pot StoresHome Cultivation is Now Legal in NYS for Adults 21+Joint Session: Diverse Voices in NYS Cannabis is produced by Herb Barbot, with additional production and engineering by Matt Patterson, with Rebecca Malpica producing our digital marketing/social media.  In addition, thank you to Cannabis Wire for contributing our cannabis news.Please contact us at herb.jointsession@gmail.com if you have any questions or comments, including topics to cover. Follow the show on Instagram at jointsession.pod, and on LinkedIn at Joint Session Podcast. If you're enjoying the show, leave us a rating and review on your favorite podcast platform. It helps new listeners find the show.

In light of Governor of New York Katherine Hochol asking Executive Director of New York State Office of Cannabis Management Chris Alexander to step down from his position at the OCM, CashColorCannabis looks into the aftermath of the announcement and where this leaves NY overall.This episode features interviews with Executive Director of the Drug Policy Alliance Kassandra Frederique and City of Boston Sr. Cannabis Business Manager Shekia Scott.Additional research courtesy of The CityAudio editing and fx are credited to High Class LTD.Artwork created by Urban Grow Media.Support the Show.President and co-founder of LOCKGREEN Sarah Kiah Morton sat down with us to discuss how the idea of LOCKGREEN came to life, how this business is a family affair, and more.

We love it when we can do the pod from a golf club, and today we're in Melbourne's sandbelt at the stunning Southern Golf Club to celebrate the unveiling of a statue of the legendary Bob Shearer. It looks incredible, we've put some pics on our socials. Nick and Mark have a couple of cracking stories about Bob, including one where Victoria Golf Course was famously deemed 'unplayable' in Round 1 of the 2002 Australian Open with Bob, Mark and Richard Ball. Mark explains what happens to them all on the tee to cause the days play to be cancelled, leading to that famous picture of Peter Thomson dropping the ball to check the green. It was quite a dark day for Australian golf.After the turn we chat with the head honch at Southern, Brad Robb, and find out the backstory and hear some more stories about Bob.Onto some golf news from the past week. Minjee Lee. We love her so it was disappointing to see her fall away in the US Open at the weekend. She was doing so well, but then a rough few holes knocked her out of contention. However credit to Yuka Saso who played beautifully to win the tournament.What kind of Chair will Ian Baker-Finch make? Nick and Mark discuss what the PGA of Australia need, and what his style might be.Nick loved the story of Robert MacIntyre winning the Canadian Open at the weekend, with his Dad Dougie as his caddie. Great scenes, plenty of emotion. Fantastic stuff.We call pod listener Pete from Western Australia, who has a comment of some recent advice that Mark Allen gave here. Pete tells us the impact that it has had on his game. It's a ripping story.After the turn we have a chat with Brad Robb, the General Manager at Southern Golf Club. He talks us through how the statue of Bob Shearer came about, who they commissioned to design it and why, and some of the work they've been doing on the course to make it even better. Southern have been working with our mate Mike Cocking at OCM which means you know the outcome will be stunning.Nick counts down his Top 5 divorces in golf. One may surprise you.Plenty of feedback, lots on young Eden from Coffs Harbour, far too much to read out, but we touch on a couple. And a couple of great questions for Nick and Mark.Nick takes us around the world with the PING global results, and for our mates at the new watchMynumbers app, Mark has a masterclass inspired by Minjee Lee and something he saw her doing in the US Open.A big thanks to our Talk Birdie partners:PING, they'll help you play your best, you can see your local golf shop or professional for a PING club fitting;the new watchMynumbers app, the most powerful data based golf app in the world, download from the App Store ;and the Golf Clearance Outlet, great prices on the best gear. See them in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane or Perth, or online here.Subscribe to never miss a Talk Birdie To Me ep. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok, send a voicemail here, and see our Masterclass videos on YouTube here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a Text Message.Did you ever imagine a world where Minnesota could be the trendsetter for homegrown cannabis sales? Join us, Tom and Miggy, as we navigate the wild terrain of cannabis legalization news. This special Saturday edition is not just about laws and regulations; it's a candid conversation that ties in personal struggles, like Miggy's battle with allergies, to the quest for alternative healing methods. We promise a journey through the latest updates, including Illinois' potential farm bill game-changer and a peek into Massachusetts' unique cannabis culture.As the episode unfolds, we tackle the thorny issue of state licensing with the precision of a surgeon. The non-renewal of Chris Alexander's term at the OCM and New York's unlicensed shop dilemma are just the tip of the iceberg. We also dissect the lawsuit threatening Minnesota's licensing requirements, offering our take on freedoms versus regulations, and the impact these have on both the industry and individuals. Our conversation branches out to the business landscape, where we analyze the challenges farmers face in the cannabis market and the vital importance of grasping both the economics and the botany of cannabis.In this candid dialogue, we delve into the complexities of cannabis legislation from business strategies to historical contexts. Terms like 'marijuana' take on new meaning as we consider their past and ponder their future. We share updates from Kansas' legalization efforts, including proposals for criminal record expungement, and explore the business potential in Maryland's market reshaping. Wrapping up with a light-hearted tale from California, we envisage a future where the hemp and traditional cannabis industries might merge under comprehensive regulation. So, pull up a chair and join us for an enlightening session that promises to expand your horizons on the dynamic world of cannabis legalization.Support the Show.

4/20 is less than a week away, and the Department of Health is celebrating by destroying half a million dollars worth of illicit cannabis products. Marcus, Steve, and Tanner break that down, and a whole lot more happening throughout the state, including St. Joseph passing a moratorium while exploring municipal shops, roadside testers reporting a high participation rate, and more fun at the Legislature in St. Paul as the CannOmnibus bill makes it way through the law-making meat grinder. Next, we try 4 Canna, CannaConnect's new collab with Modist Brewing!Then, Marcus and Tanner sit down with Jeremy Sutherland to talk about his background with Hybrid Nation and his role as a co-founder of Crooked Beverage Co. We learn more about what brought him to the cannabis industry and try our best not to ask about Ryan Winkler's cannabis habits (spoiler: we failed). Finally, it's time for another segment of Cooking with Clem, a collaboration between Doctor Dabs and Northern Lights Podcast. Today Clem's whipping up some Beghrir (Moroccan Pancakes) topped with infused Maple Syrup! Doctor Dabs Healthy Highs makes a wide variety of THC-infused products, including infused Maple Syrup from Taylors Falls, MN. Learn how to use Infused Maple Syrup to make your own ice cream at home! Donate Today - mncannabiscollege.org/donateFilmed and Recorded at the Dabbler Depot Studio in St. PaulToday's episode of Northern Lights is presented by North Star Law Group, your trusted partner in Minnesota's burgeoning legal cannabis industry. Learn more at northstarlaw.comLinks from the Show:

В марте продолжаем тему, нашедшую отклик в сердцах и умах наших слушателей (и ведущих в первую очередь) - DWDM. Гости всё те же. А тема будет немного вызывающая - диалог вендора с оператора. Драки не будет, точнее вы её не увидите - у нас же нет трансляции видео. Кто: Димитрий Старых. Зам.начальника научного отдела Т8 Павел Остапенко. Инженер неназванного оператора связи Про что: Как устроен DWDM сверху-вниз Топологии для передачи группового сигнала Точка-точка Двойная точка-точка с резервированием Кольцо Звезда Узлы сети DEDM Терминальный Усилительный Узел ввода-вывода Программно управляемый узел ввода вывода (ROADM) Узел к коммутаций трафика на уровне отдельных пакетов (Cross-Connect). Перекидка к optical switching Регенерационный узел Устройства Усилитель Эрбиевый. Как работает Усилитель рамановский Транспондер (Лазер, Модулятор (EAM, MZM)) Мультиплексор на брэгговской решетке и на призме WSS Периферийные платы Как управлять сетью Типы служебных каналов (OSC,ESC). Какой основной функционал. Что дополнительного можно делсть с их помощью Мониторинг: OCM – мониторинг спектра, OTDR Тренды, перспективы Миниатюризация (оптические чипы -ФИС, объединение на одной подложке оптического и электронного чипа co-pacckaging) приемопередатчиков Опять повышение скорости модуляции, так как QPSK формат самый дальнобойный co-pacckaging) Расширение спектра C4T-> C+4.8T-> C+L(12T) Гибкие сети, программно изменяемые маршруты, динамично выделяемые емкости, автоматическая подстройка промежуточных элементов Многомодовая передача (сомнительно) Многожильные волокна (сомнительно) Полые волокна (5050) возможно позволят повысить формат модуляции Сообщение telecom №133. DWDM. Оператор ft. вендор появились сначала на linkmeup.

In our premiere episode Herb speaks to NYS Assembly Majority Leader Crystal Peoples-Stokes.  The Majority Leader was the prime sponsor of the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act, which created the adult-use market, the Office of Cannabis Management, the Cannabis Control Board, as well as the Cannabis Advisory Board.  In our second segment, Herb speaks to Beatrice Stein, founder of Hospitality Pathways, which is conducting a training course for “budtenders” to work in dispensaries.  Related Links:Crystal D. Peoples-Stokes - Assembly District 141Hospitality PathwaysJoint Session: Diverse Voices in NYS Cannabis is produced by Herb Barbot, with additional production and engineering by Matt Patterson, with Rebecca Malpica producing our digital marketing/social media. In addition, thank you to Cannabis Wire for contributing our cannabis news. Please contact us at herb.jointsession@gmail.com if you have any questions or comments, including topics to cover. Follow the show on Instagram at jointsession.pod, and on LinkedIn at Joint Session Podcast. If you're enjoying the show, leave us a rating and review on your favorite podcast platform. It helps new listeners find the show.

We're super excited about our conversation with Cathy Wurzer on MPR's Minnesota Now! It was an incredible opportunity to dive deep into our mission, discuss the insights from our podcast Northern Lights, and share our vision for the future leadership of the OCM.The Office of Cannabis Management will hold the inaugural meeting of its Cannabis Advisory Council Friday. The council, which was created as part of the new cannabis law, will review policy and make recommendations to the state office.While that is happening on the state level, there is also a grassroots nonprofit informing the community about the rollout of all aspects of legalization. Minnesota Cannabis College Founder Tanner Berris joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer to talk about it.Read the full transcript: https://www.mprnews.org/episode/2024/03/27/nonprofit-works-to-prepare-people-to-enter-the-legal-cannabis-marketSupport the show

‍‍Is cybersecurity one of your top concerns as a dental practice owner? If not, today's episode will likely change your mind. Join me in this important conversation with IT expert Reuben Kamp, where we delve deep into the chilling event of the recent cybersecurity attack on UnitedHealthcare. UnitedHealthcare was manipulated into transferring a shocking $22 million in Bitcoin to a hacker group known as "Black Cat" and this incident will serve as a firm reality-check and wake up call for everyone in the healthcare industry.In our discussion, Reuben unwraps the tangled mess of this cyber-crisis, explaining how these ransomware attacks are affecting dental practices just like yours. Are you aware that a disturbing 6% of dental offices have already faced such debilitating attacks in 2022 alone? Our conversation pivots around the critical importance of stringent cybersecurity measures, such as HIPAA compliance, robust firewalls, ongoing risk evaluations, and how these can be your safeguard against such threats. Stick around as we close with vital insights on the gaping vulnerabilities that led to the UnitedHealthcare breach and how Reuben and his team, at Darkhorse Tech, take proactive steps to ensure that their clients remain secure and HIPAA compliant.What You'll Learn in This Episode:The chilling details of recent cybersecurity incident involving UnitedHealthcareHow ransomware attacks can deeply affect your dental practiceThe importance of stringent cybersecurity measures, including air-gapped backupsThe crucial role of HIPAA compliance and ongoing risk assessmentsInsights on the vulnerabilities exploited in the UnitedHealthcare incident and how to avoid similar breachesThe proactive steps taken by Dark Horse Tech to ensure client securityRemember, investing in reliable cybersecurity measures is the first step in protecting your valuable assets. Make sure to tune into this crucial episode and equip yourself with a robust defense arsenal against the rising tide of ransomware attacks!‍For DSO integrations, startup solutions, and all your dental IT needs, let our sponsors, Darkhorse Tech, help out so you can focus on providing the amazing care that you do. For 1 month of FREE service, visit their link today! https://thedentalmarketer.lpages.co/darkhorse-deal/‍You can reach out to Reuben Kamp here:Website: https://www.darkhorsetech.com/Email: admin@darkhorsetech.comPhone: 800-868-4504Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DarkhorseTech‍Mentions and Links: Businesses/Services:UnitedHealthcareHenry ScheinChange HealthcareAspen DentalUPSConnectWiseOther Mentions:BlackCat HackersBitcoin‍If you want your questions answered on Monday Morning Episodes, ask me on these platforms:My Newsletter: https://thedentalmarketer.lpages.co/newsletter/The Dental Marketer Society Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2031814726927041‍Episode Transcript (Auto-Generated - Please Excuse Errors)‍Michael: Hey, Ruben. So talk to us. What's one piece of advice you can give us this Monday morning? Reuben: Wow. Well, we're going to talk about cybersecurity. just recently we had United healthcare. I think you've heard of them before. Uh, they just wired 22 million in Bitcoin to a hacker group called black cat.that name is familiar. It's cause they hit Henry shine three times last year. So. This Monday morning broadcast is about cybersecurity and how you can protect your dental practice. Michael: Interesting. Yeah. You sent me that the literally right before we're about to record right now, the link to it and it happened, it says on March 1st, a Bitcoin address connected to, and then it 350 So then they basically United healthcare paid them, right? Reuben: So the full story is. Last week, uh, they noticed something was wrong with their system. this is Change Healthcare. They're owned by United Healthcare. their role in a, in a dental practice is they are the middle man. They process claims.They are also involved on e prescribe, right? narcotics, you know, you're clicking your button in your practice management software, that's getting sent to the local pharmacy. That is actually still down by the way. so we're, we're 10 days with so far. and the E prescribed modules that are powered by that are down.What just happened? Um, but you were referring to that article I was talking about is I was going to ask you how, how many Bitcoin do you think 22 million is? But I think I already told you, it's not that much, it's like, 22 millions, about 350 ish Bitcoin. and you can see how devastating the attack was because they actually paid it.which is insane. I think, uh, you know, when you, when you think about organization, a business that gets. Hit by ransomware. Why don't they have backups? why do we have to pay this ransom? You should have backups. Well, they either didn't have backups Which again just absolutely insane for an organization this size the backups were also encrypted which again is just mind boggling For a company of this size that they didn't take their internal IT Uh, seriously.Michael: Interesting. So then let me ask you, because this has happened with UnitedHealthcare, oh, huge organization, right? So how could this be prevented and can something like this happen on a smaller scale, like a practice, single practice, single doc practice? Reuben: Yeah, I mean, the stats last year. So we, um, I should say 2022 because we don't have clean data yet for 2023.That's still being compiled. So the big kind of flashing yellow banner here is 6 percent of all dental offices had an issue with ransomware. In the year 2022. So I mean, quick math, 250 practice locations, uh, 6%. So that means 15, 000 dental offices dealt with ransomware last year. It's not a small number, the problem is getting, you know, even data further than that. Basically, once this happens and there's a breach and patient health care information is involved. we're talking about radio silence, right? The, the OCM, these government organizations try to keep it unless it's a giant thing.They, they try to keep it relatively under wraps. Right. So this is something that a large percentage of the industry is dealing with, I mean, think about like. If 6 percent of all the drivers on the road got into accidents, that would be a monstrous number. so to answer your question, small dental practices, small DSOs, emerging DSOs, midsize DSOs, large DSOs, like Aspen Dental that got hacked last year, they're all dealing with this same problem.But UnitedHealthcare is a larger target. Right, so they're going to attract black cat is like the creme de la creme of the hackers out there. they were the ones that did shine, as I mentioned before. were not involved in the Aspen Dental, but you know, those are three big, splashy events, that happened and are breaches because patient health information, in this case, six terabytes of patient health information, claims data, social security numbers, treatment performed, that's why they paid 22 million.Michael: Okay, so you mentioned two things. Their backups, they probably didn't have a backup or their backups were not encrypted or encrypted or something like that, right? You said Reuben: so how you're supposed to do backups is you're supposed to have two copies. One can be connected to your server and the other one needs to be what we call air gapped, basically one step removed.And the reason is. What we're talking about right here. You get hit that one that's actually connected to your system directly is also going to get compromised. So that's why you need to have an air gap. You know, sometimes that's a cloud backup. that's probably the easiest way to explain it to the audience here is like you have a local backup, you have a cloud backup backup should be set up to be air gapped so that I mean, we can talk about ransomware with the building burns down, you want your backups not in all in one, not have all your eggs in one basket.So backup. if anyone ever pays the ransom, you know that their backups are not working properly here's what happens when you have a backup hacker comes in, they encrypt your data. You say, Oh man, that sucks. And then you kick them out of the system, clean it all up and you restore from your backup.You do not have to pay. The ransom, the ransom is there because they are saying, Hey, you want your data back? You have to pay to get it. Well, you should be like, no, I have, I have backups. I'm not going to pay you go away. so it's just like, if you ever see an article about someone making a ransomware payment to hackers, it's because their backups didn't work.Now there's a lot that goes into protecting a dental practice. Backup is just one part of that, but it's a hundred percent of the time that if they're paying the ransom, it's because they don't have backups. Michael: Interesting. Okay. So then this can be prevented. How besides having backups, like you just tell your it company, like, Hey, make sure everything's backed up.That's it. Reuben: Yeah. I'll just, uh, for the sake of ease, assume everyone works with a competent it professional. So yeah, you should say, Hey, it company, am I HIPAA compliant? Are all my systems HIPAA compliant, right? Cause that should really answer the question, uh, questions, you know, one through 100 that follow after that firewall anti ransomware antivirus software, or you're keeping your computers up to date, you know, all this boring stuff, dentists just want to practice dentistry.And then we, you know, keeps us up at night over here on this side of the world, um, and backups. Which are the last line of defense, right? You get hacked. It's because something got through your firewall. Something got through your email filter. Something got past your antivirus software. The only reason we're talking about backups is because everything else failed.Michael: Hmm. Okay. So this is the last resort kind of thing is if Reuben: you're using backups, let's say outside of, I guess let's just continue to focus on ransomware, right? Because if your server fails, Hey, I've got a backup. No problem. We're going to get a new server. We're going to, but again, when we're talking about, if you're down because of ransomware and you're making a payment to this company, it's because you don't have backups.You would just tell them, hey, thanks for, uh, that headache, go away, cause you wouldn't have to worry about it. Michael: how common is this Ruben? Honestly, like within practices, have you seen this? Like, Oh my God, ransomware has happened. Reuben: Yeah, we don't have to deal with it as an IT company. We work for currently 1077 distinct practice locations, right?That's a lot of patient health information. A lot of different networks. We're not dealing with ransomware. Okay, and it's because it's not rocket science. It does take. Someone who's devoted and pays attention to the market, you do what HIPAA says you get a firewall in there, you get anti ransomware, you make sure the network is set up properly, you make sure, you know, Wi Fi is secured, backups, and this is not something you deal with.So, you know, the fact that it's affecting 15, 000 dental offices and, you know, it's crazy. It's affecting the small, the medium, and the large, right? No one is being spared by this. You know, uh, people continue to hire professionals that are, are saying, Hey, yeah, we got you covered doc. But what's actually happening is, is not that, so, you know, it's, it's a really hard.Position for the doctors in, right. You get, let's say you get a referral from buddy who's not in healthcare that doesn't, you know, Hey, I got a great it guy. Well, it's really important that he knows what it takes to protect your practice. Right. And again, yeah, backups is one part of that. I would argue it's the most important part, right?Backups equals downtime. They're not set up properly downtime. Patients are walking in the door, your systems are down, you can't take x rays, they're looking at you in the face, it's embarrassing that your technology doesn't work, let's just skip that and just do it right the first time. Michael: Mmm, gotcha. Okay, so it's more like the HIPAA compliance type of deal.You gotta ask them, hey, are you HIPAA compliant? And if they're like, yeah, sure. Like, yeah, sure. Reuben: Well, uh, yeah. And then I guess the, the, the follow up question, the magic words you could say is at, you know, where's your risk assessment, ask them for a risk assessment. And that's basically they have to give you a report.And this is the first thing. If you ever get audited by OCR office of civil rights, who's in charge of enforcing HIPAA and the fines and all that, that's the first thing they asked for, where's your risk assessment, right? It is. your self evaluation, It is, Oh yeah, we have this old CBCT that only works with a Windows seven PC.Okay. That's an identified vulnerability in your system. That should be in your risk. So that's just one example. It's basically an analysis of your practices, security profile. Michael: Gotcha. Okay. So in a nutshell, United healthcare, were they not HIPAA compliant? Reuben: We know they're not HIPAA compliant because they paid the fine.Michael: We can Reuben: skip right to the conclusion, which is, again, you're paying the fine, you didn't do your backups properly. We know that six terabytes of patient health information have been compromised. Names, date of birth, social security number, treatment provided. We're talking about, you know, claims. So prescriptions, I mean, this is a monumental event, uh, in the industry.Michael: Yeah. And it just happened because of an email. Reuben: So I'm glad we got to the why right? So we look at Aspen Dental. We look at Shine last year. Exactly what you just said is true. It happened just because of a single email, right? We can talk about fishing. Fishing is Someone pretends to be someone else.Could be UPS, it could be your boss, they want you to click on a malicious link. So someone from, let's say Shine, clicked on the link, it encrypted their information, all of a sudden, you can't order supplies from Henry Shine's ordering website or for your rep, and, uh, they got hacked a couple times just because of some hubris that happened.But, this changed healthcare, UnitedHealthcare situation is actually a different attack vector. All right. So we learned the lessons from that one. It was a great reminder, train your staff, have good email filters. Okay. This one, you want to guess how they got, you're never going to guess because it's so stupid.All right, Michael, you know what remote access software is? Michael: Yeah. Where you can access it from like a, another location, right? Reuben: Yeah. All right. Well, United healthcare. Wanted to save some money, so they bought a program and hosted it themselves, I'm a small business owner like many people listening here.I do the real thing It's a cloud product. It gets updated in real time. They bought a old product to use called connect wise And they hosted it in their own facility. Okay. And didn't update it. So black cat found the vulnerability cause it hadn't been updated in years, got into the system and the rest is history.So lessons are, I mean, this, this is applicable to windows security updates, right? There's a reason that Microsoft releases them. call it patch Tuesday, right? There's that Tuesday they it's because people like black cat are getting into the system, right? Researchers as well are identifying and windows is releasing, patches to fix those holes in the system.All right, well, imagine if, you know, you wait a couple of weeks, probably not that big of a deal, right? For your system to be out of date by a couple of weeks, take it back a month, still probably not six months. That's getting to be a little worrisome, right? That vulnerability has been known for six months.Okay. Oh, now we're talking about four times that amount of time. And I keep going back to the size of these companies and it's the hubris. It won't happen to me. is just, again, it's one of those things you don't think about. I call it roads and bridges, right? You don't think about it until you haven't paid enough attention or spend enough money on it, and then something like this happens.Michael: Interesting. All righty, Ruby, man, and your company dark horse tech covers this, right? So if I were to sign up with you guys. Immediately and ask you, Hey, make sure you do the HIPAA compliance. Everything it's already cut. Reuben: We do not enter into client engagements without this being in place, this protection being in place.So yes. And, uh, you know, to further accentuate presence in the industry. Um, if something ever did happen, right, I started this 12 years ago. This is not something we've dealt with at all. If something were to happen, that is going to be on our cyber liability insurance, not the clients, because that would be a failure of a service that we're providing to them.So it's, it's probably a topic for another day, but, uh, I will leave you with, please have your it company sign business associates agreements. MME Reuben Kamp Ransomware DRAFT: Nice. Okay. Awesome. Ruben, I appreciate your time. And if anyone has further questions, where can they find you? Reuben: CEO of Dark Horse Tech, dark horse tech.com. I am admin A DMI n@darkhorsetech.com.Um, email, call me numbers everywhere. You know how to reach me on Facebook, I'm around. Michael: Awesome. And that's gonna be in the show notes below. So if you wanna ask Ruben any more questions or concerns or look into Dark Horse Tech at the same time, going to channel Notes below. Look for Reuben's name and look at those links there.And Reuben, thank you so much for being with me on this Monday morning episode. Reuben: Thanks Michael.‍

Oh, we get by with a little help from our friends, and that includes you! This week, we're diving deep into the OCM's implementation meeting, exploring a newly updated retail training program in Minnesota, and talking about how you can become a Friend of the Minnesota Cannabis College!Then, we hear from business owner and longtime cannabis activist Jaime Croyle about her thoughts on the next chapter of legalization, exploring what it could look like for businesses outside of the metro area. Jaime's insight is critical as someone who has seen the waves of this industry since the CBD days.Finally, hear from Mi Sota Essence owner Veronika Alfaro about what motivates her to infuse traditional flavors with cannabis, and we get an opportunity to sample the new 1229: Tropical Haze THC Agua Fresca. Pick up your own four-pack and try it yourself!Donate Today - mncannabiscollege.org/donateFilmed and Recorded at the Dabbler Depot Studio in St. PaulToday's episode of Northern Lights is presented by North Star Law Group, your trusted partner in Minnesota's burgeoning legal cannabis industry. Learn more at northstarlaw.comLinks from the Show:Friends of the MN Cannabis College - LINKMN Cannabis Retail Training Program - LINK

David Standa, partner at Greenspoon Marder, takes us on a journey through the intricacies of Minnesota's adult-use cannabis rollout. As a seasoned advisor in the cannabis industry, Mr. Standa shares insights into the challenges faced by the state, from issues of illegal possession to delayed dispensary openings and the crucial role played by the Cannabis Control Board.Delving into the peculiarities of Minnesota's cannabis program, Mr. Standa sheds light on social equity licensing, the need for a comprehensive licensing system, and unique features that set Minnesota apart from other states. Anticipating demand-driven success, he discusses the potential for dispensaries in northern Minnesota near state borders, including Fargo-Moorhead, Duluth, St. Cloud, and Mankato.Backed by a study revealing high cannabis consumption rates among Minnesotans, Mr. Standa explores the state's unique social equity requirements, including the 100% ownership mandate for applicants, and the challenges they face in securing financing, recognized by the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM).The podcast also touches on the potential legislative amendments suggested by the OCM, aiming to address financing hurdles for social equity applicants. Mr. Standa provides insights into Minnesota's ability to implement a competitive licensing system and the slow pace of government decision-making.Discover the impact of social equity provisions on Indigenous tribes in Minnesota, allowing them autonomy in opening dispensaries and cultivating cannabis. Uncover the dynamics of home growth and possession in the state, with a focus on the challenges faced by rural areas with limited dispensaries.The episode concludes with fascinating stories of success from tribal nation dispensaries, featuring Red Lake Nation's triumph despite geographical challenges and high demand leading to the shutdown of online sales.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

If our podcast was a person, they could legally possess cannabis in Minnesota, because Northern Lights is (on Episode) 21!! We cover news out of OCM and DEED, talk about a city in Minnesota looking to become the first with a municipal dispensary, and take a look at a mayor who might have grown a bit more than eight plants (and not for a municipal dispensary, either!).Then, hear from Matt Robidou on his experiences, both in the armed forces and as a student at the University of Minnesota. He shares how learning how cannabis has allowed him to grow REALLY big plants. Catch this interview to learn a bit more about what you can expect to see in March! Finally, hear from David Gonzalez, CEO of Fizzy THC, as he explores the booming Minnesota market for THC drinks after 2023's legalization of hemp-derived beverages. Plus, David shares his predictions for upcoming industry trends. Don't miss it! Donate Today - mncannabiscollege.org/donateFilmed and Recorded at the Dabbler Depot Studio in St. PaulToday's episode of Northern Lights is presented by North Star Law Group, your trusted partner in Minnesota's burgeoning legal cannabis industry. Learn more at northstarlaw.comLinks from the Show:

Lot of fun this week on Talk Birdie To Me, and if you can, we'd love you to subscribe, rate and review the pod wherever you listen. It really helps with the algorithms of the pod platforms to share us more widely.We start this week with some of the fantastic French commentary of Matthieu Pavon's win at Torrey Pines last weekend. Fantastic! Nick and Mark both watched a bit of it and discuss the tournament and Pavon's win. Mark was pleased with how well the internationals were doing. However, both are not fans of the Torrey Pines course, saying it's just a bad course - Mark describes it as a joke of a course.As expected, Nick Dunlap turned pro last week, Mark feels that Nick not playing Torrey Pines was a smart move as he could have cost himself a lot of cash if he'd missed the cut.Nick and Mark discuss the club head speed drills that they are seeing more of.Whilst Mark has failed miserably with his homework on guests coming on the pod, Nick has arranged for Gary Lisbon to have a chat with us about his new book, we'll chat with Gaz over the next week or two. We then have a chat about what golf books Nick and Mark would recommend you read.LIV seems to be a bit late on confirmation of the teams, particularly as it starts this coming friday. Nick and Mark discuss, and Pete from Brisbane calls in with a rumour he's heard about the name of the new Jon Rahm team. Maybe Pete is our new 'breaking news' reporter?** update: since the pod was recorded, this rumour has been confirmed by LIV **Mark has an idea about a grand slam of hole in ones that he runs by Nick.A ripping Top 5 this week, Mark counts down the Top 5 dodgiest things in golf that he's seen. Very funny. One particular golfer gets lined up big time.Voicemail today from Fehan with some LIV questions and comments.A big week of PING global results with PING players killing it all over the world, as you'd expect given they're using the incredible gear from PING.Lots of feedback to run through, which we love - lots of feedback on the Huntingdale development by OCM, plus a challenge for Nick O'Who from Darren....one which Nick reckons he would fail at the moment. And a great question from Ben about the Grand Prix of Golf concept, which the boys discuss - Mark has some info direct from Scottie Scheffler's brother in law, from Scottie.Great masterclass is on uphill lies inspired by a few poor shots in the Torrey Pines and Rosebud tournaments at the weekend.Talk Birdie To Me, new episodes weekly wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe and you'll never miss one! And we'd love you to share the podcast, and if you can rate and review us that would be great.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok, or send a voicemail to us here. And all our Masterclass videos on YouTube here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A bonus episode of Talk Birdie To Me today, and it's a ripper.OCM are arguably the most sought after golf course designers in the world, and they are based right here in Australia. With multiple projects on the go around the world, Nick O'Hern and Mark Allen sat down with Mike Cocking of OCM to talk through how their redevelopment of the famous Huntingdale Golf Club is going, and some of the things we can look forward to.Talk Birdie To Me, new episodes weekly wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe and you'll never miss one! And we'd love you to share the podcast, and if you can rate and review us that would be great.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok, or send a voicemail to us here. And all our Masterclass videos on YouTube here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I'm doing a deep dive into the powerful strategy of Omni channel marketing! OCM is: the integration of branding, messaging, and online and offline touchpoints as consumers move down the sales funnel, which creates a more impactful customer experience. And you know that's what I'm all about! More impact while doing the leastttt!  Tune in and then Let's Chat about it in the Moms Do Business Different Facebook Group! ------------- Moms Do Business Different LIVE - the boutique Conference for moms doing business different  MamaCEO Retreat - recharge and re-align yourself and your business in Cartagena, Colombia! ------------- Join the Mom's Do Business Different Accelerator a 1:1 marketing and sales program for moms who want to reach consistent five figure (high cash) months doing the bare minimum. You will be supported in mapping out your sales system using psychology, five figure launches, high converting content, fine tuning your messaging, and be surrounded with a group of women that are working towards the $20K/Month range - all in less than 20 hours/week! MDBD is perfect for you if you want to make more doing the bare minimum while still making a huge impact and delivering a life changing transformation for your clients. I want you to create a business that is profitable, predictable, and peaceful.  ------------ Grab the FREE $CHMONEY Mama Roadmap which is your guide from no figures to multiple six figures. Inside you'll identify what stage of growth your business is in, as well as have a clear map to see where you currently are in business, where you wanna be, and how to get there. Inside I'll share with you where you'll focus in each phase as you go from $0 to consistent $3-5K months to scaling to multiple six figures - all with tiny humans at your side. ------------ Join the $CHMONEY Mama Membership for $97 TODAY! This is our monthly marketing and sales membership to help mamas create consistent content, leads, and sales. Inside you'll receive resources, tools, and community to help you strategically and energetically bring in more sales. We focus on prioritizing the things that make you MONEY (aka learn the actions to sign clients)! Learn how to create an offer, 3x your visibility & leads, make high converting content, sell, and sign MVP clients who say “take my SCHMONEY.” $CHMONEY is all about teaching you how to make more money every. single. day. See you inside!  ------------ Get the show notes here:  Links and Resources Join the SCHMONEY Gang Email list for the TEA - CEO Corner Newsletter Join the Mom's Do Business Different Lifetime Group Coaching Experience Kay Hillman Photography - Branding or VIP Experience Follow me on Instagram: @mrskayhillman Follow the podcast on Instagram: @momsdobusinessdifferent

#EnvisionRISE Podcast | Karuna Ramanathan, CEO and organizational transformation expert takes us through his four decade career spanning leadership development in the Singapore Armed Forces and government and independent consultancy. Karuna and Staci get into the intricacies of driving change in industries where structures and cultures can resist transformation, emphasizing the emotional aspects of work and the importance of leadership presence. Karuna advocates for leaders to be authentic, open about their struggles, and mindful of their impact on team well-being. Watch this episode on YouTube.Learn more about Karuna: https://krk.sg/Visit Envision RISE to learn how our evolutionary platform helps companies create a powerful integration and understanding of the relationship between the organization and the workforce. Envision RISE empowers your people to drive change and innovation through the methods of Organizational Change Management (OCM), Human Resource Management (HRM), and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I).Envision a Better FutureFollow us on social: LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, FacebookContact us for info on RISE or interest in being a podcast guest: info@envisionrise.comAll podcasts produced by Elevate Media Group.

This week on the Frontline Innovators we have two guests! ✌   Jennifer Martindale is the Director of Organizational Change Management at J.R. Simplot Company. She helps people move forward through transformation management strategies that create buy-in, transition mindsets, change cultures, challenge assumptions, improve processes, and implement solutions that stick. Stacy Gibbons is a clinical licensed mental health counselor who brings a great perspective on the people side of change and how to stay curious with their response.   Quote: "It's about preparing for change. If folks are not prepared for change, then you get to deal with the negative consequences. You don't get to opt out of that. You don't get to say, you know what, we are too busy."   Key Takeaways: ➖ One size fits all approach does not work for OCM ➖ Your leaders need to have the right tools to support the frontline ➖ Understand the change trigger the frontline is facing ➖ OCM is all about preparing folks for sustainable change ➖ Communicate to the frontline that the tech will improve their job not take it away   Jennifer's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-martindale-45b7b88b/ Jennifer's Company Website: https://www.simplot.com/ Stacy's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacy-gibbons-44a422183/   Here's other ways you can listen: Amazon Music - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/2f4ecd92-6468-4769-b0bf-254e236510b7/FRONTLINE-INNOVATORS Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/frontline-innovators/id1572329402 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/29m3wnK8pbFjdSvJ9wjmyS Stitcher - https://www.stitcher.com/show/frontline-innovators Google Play - https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZnJvbnRsaW5laW5ub3ZhdG9ycy5jb20vZmVlZC54bWw Youtube - https://youtu.be/ZIkTnrC9jsw   Find more episodes of Frontline Innovators at https://www.frontlineinnovators.com/  

Australian golf architect Mike Cocking returns to the pod for the first time in five years. Along with OCM design partners Geoff Ogilvy and Ashley Mead, Mike has been working more in the U.S. recently, so he and Andy have a lot to catch up on. They cover a variety of topics, including the best Ben Hogan story Mike heard while renovating Shady Oaks Country Club in Texas, how to design and build site-specific bunkers, the differences between Sandbelt golf and American golf, and some off-the-wall design concepts he'd like to try . Mike and Andy also dig deeply into two of OCM's current projects: an ambitious renovation of Course 3 at Medinah Country Club, which will debut at the 2026 Presidents Cup; and a 36-hole new build in Georgia, which will feature both a heathland-style and a Sandbelt-style course.