Podcast appearances and mentions of wanda james

WANDA JAMES CRIES RACISM TO PROTECT HER BUSINESS No one wants to be told their product is harmful, but when your business is pot, it is. Just like if you business is alcohol, it is. Or gambling, or fast food, etc. But CU Regent Wanda James isn't happy about a recent public awareness campaign against high potency pot, so she has declared it "racist" because of the depictions of black babies in utero (along with white babies in utero) and young black kids (and young white kids) in the video about the dangers of high potency pot. Is it racist? Of course not, this is such a transparent attempt by her to stop negative publicity around her highly profitable pot business. Jimmy Sengenberger is the thorn in her side and he's on the show today at 2:30 to talk about this column about it. This is a perfect example of an eye roll worthy cry of racism.

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A CU REGENT PUTS HER BUSINESS AHEAD OF THE UNIVERSITY And then yells "RACISM" if you point it out. Jimmy Sengenberger writes here about how Wanda James, who is a CU Regent who also owns pot stores, worked to get money to study high potency pot at the university pulled. She also threw a fake racism conniption fit over the "Tea on THC" campaign put out by the public health department, alleging that since one cartoon image was of a black child in the womb, the campaign was racist. She ignored the white babies that were also depicted in utero because this was never about racism, it's about protecting her business from information that might make people think twice about smoking pot.

Join us in episode 64 as we delve into the remarkable journey of Wanda James, a true pioneer in the Colorado cannabis scene and beyond. From her upbringing as a military kid to joining the ROTC while she attended college at CU Boulder, to becoming the owner of the first black, woman, and veteran-owned cannabis dispensary in Denver, Simply Pure, Wanda shares her inspiring story. Discover how she navigates the complex intersection of pot, politics, and power, culminating in her role as a Regent at Colorado University at Boulder. Tune in to hear Wanda James' unique perspective on leadership, cannabis advocacy, and breaking barriers in this rapidly evolving industry. Follow Wanda on Instagram @wandaljames and her dispensary @simplypuredenver or www.simplypure.com.

More interviews from MjBiz. While in Las Vegas, we had the chance to sit down with Tahir Johnson to discuss his move from podcaster to businessman, Simply Pure Trenton, working with Wanda James, and more. Stream our full interview now. This episode is sponsored by Dank Seeds. The Architects of distinct cannabis strains. Crossbreds harness effects that bestow elevated experiences upon those who consume them. CashColorCannabis will be collaborating with Dank Seeds over the next four months on an exclusive short vlog series. Stay tuned for more details. In the meantime, check them out at dankseeds.com Support the showPresident 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.

Our exploration of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the University of Colorado, the state's flagship university and its third largest employer, continues with CU president Todd Saliman and Wanda James, an alumna and the first Black Regent in 44 years.

Our exploration of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the University of Colorado, the state's flagship university and its third largest employer, continues with CU president Todd Saliman and Wanda James, an alumna and the first Black Regent in 44 years.

Do you know just how much inflation is costing you and your family?  Jimmy talks with EJ Antoni - Fellow at The Heritage Institute about how Americans are being affected by inflation and unchecked government spending, and Wanda James - one of the people that pushed for low-interest marijuana business loans for Black and Brown residents was awarded one of the first 2 loans... even though her dispensary was flagged for selling weed to minors See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you know just how much inflation is costing you and your family?  Jimmy talks with EJ Antoni - Fellow at The Heritage Institute about how Americans are being affected by inflation and unchecked government spending, and Wanda James - one of the people that pushed for low-interest marijuana business loans for Black and Brown residents was awarded one of the first 2 loans... even though her dispensary was flagged for selling weed to minors See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joyce learned about Kim Myles in The New York Times and knew she had to meet her. Kim Myles is an Emmy Award-winning designer, entrepreneur and cannabis enthusiast. She and her business partner Kelley Moore are the founders of Myles Moore, a cannabis-focused design firm working on projects across the country and now in New York. Kim also serves on the board of The Cannabis Media Council and is the creator, executive producer and star of the trail-blazing dispensary makeover series High Design which streamed on Discovery+ in 2022 and can currently be seen on HGTV's Battle of the Bling. Kim shares with Joyce her joy in discovering cannabis, how she learned the industry from the bottom up, and why we all need to be taking our moms and aunties to our local dispensaries.Joyce gives a shout out to the Cannabis Travel World Fair put on by the Cannabis Travel Association; and her recommendation for TCMS Culture Section is the PBS documentary, Fight the Power: How Hip Hop Changed the World.Topics Discussed(1:13) Cannabis Travel Association(2:27) NECANN Boston – March 10 – 12(4:03) Grown My Own Update(4:20) TCMS Culture Section: Fight The Power(6:30) Kim Myles Introduction(10:45) Cannabis and Menopause(11:04) Dr. Staci Gruber Research(11:18) Dispensary Designer Idea(17:00) Her Time at Med Men(19:35) Cannabis Media Council(20:50) Pitching To Discovery+  - High Design and Battle of the Bling(21:24) Simply Pure and Wanda James(26:50) What Good Dispensary Design Is(27:00) Smaller – Niche – Boutique(29:00) Myles Moore(30:50) Importance of Educated Bud Tenders(32:20) Kelly Moore and Cannabis(35:20) Audio Intro(35:58) Cannabis Media Council(36:20) Amy Deneson(36:40) Joyce Cenali(37:55) I'm High Now Campaign(40:15) Oncology and Cannabis(42:25) Revelry Cannabis Convention NY(47:12) Connect with Kim on Linked-In or Follow on InstagramThe Canna Mom Show wants to thank:Josh Lamkin and Bella Jaffe for writing and performing TCMS theme music and Fortuna Design for creating TCMS website.  

In November 2012, voters in Colorado and Washington State legalized cannabis for all adults, lighting a grassfire of weedy liberation that's been blazing through the country and around the world ever since. Including in the five US states voting on legalization in this month's election. Leading cannabis activist and entrepreneur Wanda James joins us to recall her experiences working on that historic campaign, and as America's first licensed Black dispensary owner at her flagship shop Simply Pure. Help Make This Podcast Possible! Please support Great Moments in Weed HIstory on Patreon. Supporters get exclusive access to a video version of the show and extra seshes, plus access to cool rewards like a signed book. And it truly helps us make the best show possible.  EPISODE ARCHIVE Visit our Great Moments in Weed History podcast feed for 60+ episodes of our classic format, and subscribe now to get a new weekly podcast every other Weednesday.

Assistant Editor Jacy Topps talks with Wanda James, former President Barack Obama's 2008 National Finance Committee member and founder and CEO of Simply Pure Dispensary. James, along with her husband, became the first Black people legally licensed in America to own a dispensary. And as a leading advocate in the cannabis industry, she also worked to get sentences dropped for people in jail for cannabis.  FOLLOW US ON: Instagram: @wineenthusiast Twitter: @WineEnthusiast Facebook: @WineEnthusiast    

Business of Cannabis with David & Matt with Wanda James, Simply Pure & Josee Bourgeois and Erin Belle, AKI Wellness & Sweetgrass

Business of Cannabis with David & Matt with Wanda James, Simply Pure & Josee Bourgeois and Erin Belle, AKI Wellness & Sweetgrass

Happy Friday! We begin with the story of Secret Service losing/deleting texts from January 5 and 6, 2021. Funny audio from British Parliament (Order! Order!) Steffan then shares comments from an incredibly angry woman on our Facebook page. Jimmy Sengenberger joins us about his latest column on Tina Peters, Tay Anderson and Wanda James and then previews his show tomorrow 6-9aMT. We wrap the hour with our "Week In Review" audio.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome back and thank you all for tuning in to the latest episode of the Working Within Podcast Season 3! We're so glad to have you here with us.

At the top, Jimmy is joined by U.S. Senate candidate Joe O'Dea. He then takes listener calls and texts. Finally, what is going on with CU Regent candidate Wanda James? Jimmy breaks down his latest Gazette column, "Running for regent under a cloud."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At the top, Jimmy is joined by U.S. Senate candidate Joe O'Dea. He then takes listener calls and texts. Finally, what is going on with CU Regent candidate Wanda James? Jimmy breaks down his latest Gazette column, "Running for regent under a cloud." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jimmy fills in for Peter. He tears apart the plan for Biden's Next Supreme Court Nominee. Do you remember when he Filibustered Janice Rogers Brown. Chimed in on Wanda James's Business experience. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jimmy fills in for Peter. He tears apart the plan for Biden's Next Supreme Court Nominee. Do you remember when he said he would filibuster Janice Rogers Brown? Previewed his Friday Denver Gazette column on Wanda James's Business experience.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jimmy fills in for Peter. He tears apart the plan for Biden's Next Supreme Court Nominee. Do you remember when he said he would filibuster Janice Rogers Brown? Previewed his Friday Denver Gazette column on Wanda James's Business experience. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet the first African American dispensary owner in the United States  When Wanda James  joined the cannabis industry 13 years ago, she and her husband were the first African American dispensary owners in America. She joins Karson Humiston to share stories about her brother's unjust 10 year cannabis prison sentence, her experiences in the early days of the industry, and what keeps her motivated day in and day out. Wanda shares tips for people looking to join the cannabis industry as well as how to remain mission driven.  Produced by PodConx Proud To Work In Cannabis - https://podconx.com/podcasts/proud-to-work-in-cannabisKarson Humiston - https://podconx.com/guests/karson-humistonVangst - https://vangst.com/Simply Pure - https://simplypure.com/Wanda James - https://podconx.com/guests/wanda-jamesWanda 4 CU - https://wanda4cu.com/

Windy Borman is the executive producer and director of a great documentary, Mary Janes: The Women of Weed, where she is highlighting the stories of women breaking barriers and building businesses in cannabis. Joyce loves the film and knows so many of these ladies and wants you to know them too. Windy and Joyce talk about why she took a leap into cannabis filmmaking, a few of the ladies in the documentary, and what inspired her to create a Puffragette movement.And a quick reminder that The Canna Mom Show needs your support to continue sharing the stories of the women in the emerging cannabis industry, the pioneers! We are also preserving these stories, because pretty soon cannabis will be just another industry and we want women to influence the culture of this emerging industry as well as benefit from it. Please connect if you would like more information on how to support our mission.Topics Discussed(2:05) Tip O'Neill(2:55) Michelle Wu Boston Mayor!(3:40) Sponsorship Opportunities(4:20) Mary Janes: The Women of Weed(4:55) Windy Borman(6:00) Oregon Cannabis Policy(8:40) Curiosity and Cannabis(9:40) Time Capsules and Road Maps(11:34) Turning a Movement into an Industry(11:50) Betty Aldworth(12:10) Wanda James(12:36) Shaleen Title(14:20) Melissa Etheridge(15:45) Not a Consumer(19:17) Women and Plant Medicine(30:13) Budtenders(31:15) Hello Again!(32:18) Women Working in Cannabis(34:18) Puffragettes (34:57) Gender Equity, Social Justice and Environmental Sustainability(35:38) How To Watch Women In Weed (38:09) Connect with WindyThe Canna Mom Show wants to thank:Josh Lamkin and Bella Jaffe for writing and performing TCMS theme music

After her brother was arrested and given a 10-year sentence for cannabis possession, Wanda James knew she had a mission. She opened her first Colorado dispensary with her husband in 2009 to help advance social justice and provide medicine to those in need. Today, James and her husband own and operate Simply Pure - “America's most political dispensary” - in Denver. In this episode, Wanda shares her insights on: How staying true to your values can benefit a business' bottom line. Why it's important to be politically connected in cannabis. How to leverage non-cannabis skills to thrive in the marijuana industry. How to set yourself apart and compete in a mature market. Who is Wanda James? Wanda has been a mainstay in the legal cannabis industry since its emergence and has helped shape much of the landscape on which it operates today. Before cannabis, she was a military officer and corporate sales and marketing executive. Wanda is also one of the inaugural inductees into the MJBizDaily Awards Hall of Fame for her work in pushing the cannabis industry forward while building a successful company.

After her brother was arrested and given a 10-year sentence for cannabis possession, Wanda James knew she had a mission. She opened her first Colorado dispensary with her husband in 2009 to help advance social justice and provide medicine to those in need. Today, James and her husband own and operate Simply Pure - “America's most political dispensary” - in Denver. In this episode, Wanda shares her insights on: How staying true to your values can benefit a business' bottom line. Why it's important to be politically connected in cannabis. How to leverage non-cannabis skills to thrive in the marijuana industry. How to set yourself apart and compete in a mature market. Who is Wanda James? Wanda has been a mainstay in the legal cannabis industry since its emergence and has helped shape much of the landscape on which it operates today. Before cannabis, she was a military officer and corporate sales and marketing executive. Wanda is also one of the inaugural inductees into the MJBizDaily Awards Hall of Fame for her work in pushing the cannabis industry forward while building a successful company.

Part 2 of Billy Wayne & Mike's interview with Wanda James & Tahir Johnson.

Billy Wayne & Mike visit the Denver headquarters of badass business boss Wanda James and happened upon DC mover and shaker Tahir Johnson, director of Social Equity US Cannabis Council. Grown Local is produced by Grown Local.

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This week Ramon & Vlad take it straight to the boulevard with Wanda James, CEO of Simply pure Dispensary, to talk about her journey of how she became the first African American Dispensary owner in the country. We get to hear about her growing up with a father in the Air Force and how it took her all over the globe. She then takes us through her days in the navy and how it lead right into a world of politics and and advocacy. She then talks about her transition into cannabis and how she brought it back to her community in Denver while still advocating for veterans. She also to talks about the importance of putting in the work now and how that is the key to more women and people of color in the industry. She then had a chance to share some of her her thoughts and hopes for the new adult use market in New York, and how it makes us a huge step closer to the federal goal line.

When we think about the intensity, drive, and resilience of a person, we don’t typically think about what shaped them to be that way! Well, I had the honor to sit down with the one and only Wanda James, one of these toughest people in the industry to discuss cannabis, life, and the fight for equity that we are facing everyday! This one is special

Simply Pure Dispensary with the founder and CEO, Wanda James today on Plant Prophets only on Cannabis Radio. Along with her husband Scott Durrah, they became the first African Americans, legally licensed in America, to own a dispensary, a cultivation facility, and an edible company. As a leading advocate in the cannabis industry, Wanda’s political and entrepreneurial work on cannabis reform has led to her being named one of the 100 Most Influential People in Cannabis by High Times magazine in 2018, one of the 2016 Cannabis Business Executive (CBE) 50 Most Important Women in the Cannabis Industry, and has been featured in numerous shows including The BBC, Democracy Now, The Atlantic, MIC.com, MSNBC, Smile Jamaica, ViceLand, The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, CBS Sunday Morning Holiday Special, “Eat, Drink and be Merry” and CNBC’s Marijuana USA. Today we talk about Simply Pure Dispensary with Wanda as well as her career and role in the current cannabis industry. 

Wanda James is the founder and CEO of Simply Pure Dispensary. Along with her husband Scott Durrah, they became the first African Americans, legally licensed in America, to own a dispensary, a cultivation facility and an edible company. As a leading advocate in the cannabis industry, Wanda’s political and entrepreneurial work on cannabis reform has led to her being named one of the 100 Most Influential People in Cannabis by High Times magazine in 2018, one of the 2016 Cannabis Business Executive (CBE) 50 Most Important Women in the Cannabis Industry, and has been featured in numerous shows including The BBC, Democracy Now,The Atlantic, MIC.com, MSNBC, Smile Jamaica, ViceLand, The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, CBS Sunday Morning Holiday Special, “Eat, Drink and be Merry” and CNBC’s Marijuana USA.

EPISODE #72 - This Wonderful Women Wednesday – We celebrate Wanda James who represents current Black History. She is a former Lieutenant in the U.S. Navy, former Colorado campaign manager, worked on President Obama’s National Finance Committee, appointed to Los Angeles Small and Local Business Commission amongst other things.  She is the Founder & CEO of Simply Pure Dispensary.  Wanda is an advocate for social justice, especially in the cannabis industry and has been seen all over the television, with many accolades and awards in her honor.  WHAT DO YOU HAVE TO SAY?  LINKS BELOW FOR: APPLE, GOOGLE, PANDORA, AND SPOTIFY.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ladiespromotingtransparentadvocacy/id1526382637https://www.pandora.com/podcast/ladiespromotingtransparentadvocacy/PC:52161?corr=17965216&part=ug&_branch_match_id=819557998249581330https://open.spotify.com/show/5x7xSxWi2wj2UXPsWnZ0cw?si=peGax6j6SIumBT5tq7_hhghttps://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL2xhZGllc3Byb21vdGluZ3RyYW5zcGFyZW50YWR2b2NhY3kvZmVlZC54bWw&ep=14 Sources: cannisbusconference.com, CNBC Streets of Dreams, Daniel Reskin YouTube Channel, BET Special SMOKE, simplypure.comFollow us on Twitter: @AdvocacyLadiesPodcast Email: podcasthostshapta19@gmail.comOrg. Email: Ladiespromotingtransparentadvo@gmail.comPodcast Call-in Line: 404-855-7723

This Wonderful Women Wednesday, (PART 3 OF 3 Episodes on this subject), we celebrate several women.  1) Four Illinois women legislatures, calling themselves the 4 Marijuana Moms.  These ladies, help change legislature in Illinois after the state made marijuana legal for recreational use.  By their relentless efforts, they convinced the Governor of Illinois to pardon 11,000 inmates who were convicted for low-level marijuana convictions.  2) Kim Foxx Illinois State’s Attorney and 3) Wanda James owner of Simply Pure in Colorado, who worked for President Obama and she and her husband Scott became the first people of color licensed to sell legal cannabis.  NAS AND ERIK PARKER for Directing and Producing BET’s sharp and persuasive documentary “Smoke: Marijuana + Black America” According to the Washington Post’s article it says “it is undaunted by the enormous tasks it sets out for itself, not the least of which is to describe a certain profound link between pot and daily existence. The film is equal parts love story, tragedy, and outrage — a cultural history running parallel to the nation’s systemic and hypocritical racism in more ways than some viewers (and marijuana users) may want to admit.  This is why local voting for Judges, DAs and others is very important  I hope you enjoy the narratives, which explains what episodes are about, as well as the graphic attached to each episode, which I diligently search for to match each episode. WHAT DO YOU HAVE TO SAY?GA MAIL-IN BALLOTS CAN BE RQUESTED AT https://ballotrequest.sos.ga.gov/Sources:  BET Live Air Date, BET.com, Washington Post (where narrative came from)Follow us on Twitter: @AdvocacyLadiesPodcast Email: podcasthostshapta19@gmail.comOrg. Email: Ladiespromotingtransparentadvo@gmail.comPodcast Call-in Line: 404-855-7723

Wanda James, founder and CEO of Simply Pure Dispensary, discusses the national trend to legalizing recreational marijuana. Jim Paulsen, Chief Investment Strategist of The Leuthold Group, on why positive forces will keep the U.S. economic recovery on track. Jeylan Mammadova, Global Sector Lead for Healthcare for Third Bridge, discusses her outlook for the Pfizer vaccine and other covid treatments. On Veteran's Day, Toby Harshaw, National Security writer and Bloomberg Opinion editor, discusses how the military will look under President Biden. Hosted by Paul Sweeney and Vonnie Quinn. 

Jesse Betend had a conversation with Wanda James, co-founder of Simply Pure, one of the very first legal dispensaries in the country, and as it happens, the first black person to receive a cannabis license. Lately, Wanda has been part of an effort to create a social equity program in Colorado. That's right, despite being the first state in the country to pass cannabis legalization, Colorado still does not have a social equity program. Jesse talked with Wanda in order to find out more about what she hopes to do differently, in order to achieve outcomes that reflect these programs’ stated goals.   To reach the show: highground@trichomes.com   To Comment or and see more about this episode, visit www.trichomes.com   **Keep up with us on social media!** www.facebook.com/trichomesdotcom twitter.com/trichomesdotcom instagram.com/trichomesdotcom www.linkedin.com/company/trichomes

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to another installment of Babes About Bud. This week we take you to SUNNY CALIFORNIA and get to know the vast and diverse history and present of cannabis in California, including an discussion with David Dinenberg, founder and CEO of KIND Financial. We also dive into two ~sweet~ strains, and get to know the incredible Wanda James. Leave a review, check us out @babesabout bud (twitter, insta, and facebook) or email thoughts/questions/anything really to babesaboutbud@gmail.com. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/babes-about-bud/support

This week on Connected to Chicago we listen to Mayor Lightfoot at the Chicago Cannabis Resource Fair. Also, heard in the Forum is Wanda James, and State Rep. Kelly Cassidy. The forum is to provide the public with information about weed legalization, and other helpful information. In this week's round table segment, Bill Cameron is joined by Ray Long of the Chicago Tribune, Lynn Sweet of the Chicago Sun-Times, Greg Hinz of Crain’s, and Heather Cherone editor of The Daily Line. The Round Table opens up with analysis of President Trump being acquitted this week of Impeachment, Governor Pritzker suggests that Illinois should become number one after the Iowa caucasus debacle, Heather breaks down Fritz Kaegi’s commercial property tax assessment data bill. This week's Connected to Chicago segment is with Nick Gale. A lawsuit filed by the Illinois State Rifle Association against the Illinois State Police over the slow processing of FOID cards. ISRA executive director Richard Pearson says the lawsuit seeks the return of funds to the State Police Firearms Services Fund. He says the state has swept $29.5 million from that fund. The lawsuit argues that the 2nd Amendment rights of law-abiding citizens are being violated because the agency is not acting in a timely manner on Firearm Owner Identification Card and Concealed Carry applications. In response, the Illinois State Police say that last year 90 percent of applicants saw their paperwork processed in less than 30 days and it took an average of 65 days to renew a FOID card in 2019.

It comes as no surprise that Wanda James was named “One of the Most Important Women in the Cannabis Industry”by Cannabis Business Executives, and “One of the 100 Most Influential People in Cannabis” by High Times Magazine. Wanda was the first African American woman to open a cannabis dispensary in Colorado. She is a former Navy LT, who then spent twenty-five years in politics, having served on President Obama’s National Finance Committee and as Jared Polis’ campaign Manager in 2008-2009. Seeing the racial disparities in cannabis convictions first hand moved her and her husband to get involved in efforts to legalize and decriminalize cannabis across America. Support the show (https://www.youtube.com/letsbebluntwithmontel )

Wanda James is the founder and CEO of Simply Pure Dispensary. Along with her husband Scott Durrah, they became the first African Americans, legally licensed in America, to own a dispensary, a cultivation facility and an edible company. As a leading advocate in the cannabis industry, Wanda’s political and entrepreneurial work on cannabis reform has led to her being named one of the 100 Most Influential People in Cannabis by High Times magazine in 2018, one of the 2016 Cannabis Business Executive (CBE) 50 Most Important Women in the Cannabis Industry, and has been featured in numerous shows including The BBC, Democracy Now,The Atlantic, MIC.com, MSNBC, Smile Jamaica, ViceLand, The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, CBS Sunday Morning Holiday Special, “Eat, Drink and be Merry” and CNBC’s Marijuana USA. Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:  [2:45] Jeremy welcomes his guest, Wanda James.  [4:40] Wanda talks about cannabis and the history of slave labor in the US.  [15:00] What was Wanda’s childhood like?  [18:45] Why did Wanda join the armed service?  [22:00] The decision to open up a cannabis dispensary.  [26:30] Security measures that Wanda and her team take.  [29:30] Writing the rules for edibles. What are the most popular products?  [34:15] The most surprising uses for cannabis.  [38:00] The joys and challenges of working with your spouse.  [42:50] Common misconceptions for THC and CBD.  [48:30] Future plans for Simply Pure and closing thoughts from Wanda.  In this episode… What does the social justice movement have to do with cannabis? Do THC and CBD really have all the benefits that many advocates list? How does someone even get started in the cannabis industry? On this episode of Inspired Insider, you’ll hear from business leader and entrepreneur Wanda James. In her conversation with Jeremy, Wanda opens up about her childhood, what she learned from her brother’s experience in prison, why she decided to get involved in the cannabis industry, challenges she has faced along the way, and much more. You’ll want to pay close attention to this fascinating episode featuring Wanda’s story!  Can you imagine what it would be like to learn that your long lost sibling was just released from prison? What type of thoughts would be going through your head at that moment? Would you be worried about outbursts of violence? As it turns out, thousands of Americans have been locked up for years for merely possessing a certain amount of cannabis at the time of their arrest. When Wanda James learned this was part of her brother’s story - she was filled with rage. Instead of letting her anger drive her to a negative place - she decided to harness that anger and turn it toward social justice. Today, Wanda is a champion and advocate for criminal justice reform and full legalization of cannabis across the nation.  When you look back on your childhood, what stands out? Do you remember all the things you had and special treats you received or do you remember the way you felt and the people who you grew up around? While you might think that children grow up with an acute sense of their family’s financial situation - the truth is - many never notice until adulthood. Wanda James remembers calling up her father while she was attending college to complain that she never realized that they were poor. Wanda’s father quickly corrected her and explained that they were often “Broke”, but they weren’t poor - poor is a mindset. Did you have a similar experience to Wanda’s childhood? How did you respond when you realized the financial situation of your family growing up?  Why would someone change gears and go from a successful career in the business world and restaurant industry and decide to work in an industry that the federal government still considers “Illegal.” To many, Wanda and her husband, Scott’s affinity for cannabis can as a surprise, and they were quickly warned that this foray into cannabis would destroy their career. Thankfully, the naysayers were wrong - Wanda and Scott’s businesses increased and expanded due to cannabis legalization in Colorado. Leveraging their experience as uses and advocates of cannabis, Scott and Wanda enjoy a loyal following as they continue the effort to see cannabis legalized nationwide. Make sure to check out the link to Simply Pure located in the resources section at the end of this post! 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In our 12th episode, we start with our favorite discoveries: for Leah, it's Gron's Chocolate Cafe, and for Diana, Mary's Medicinals Transdermal Compound.   Our discussion is centered around the unexpected positives of being an entrepreneur in this space, and how our guests contribute to that conversation.   Interviews: - Our first guest is Wanda James, founder of Simply Pure, about translating seemingly unrelated professional experience to the cannabis space. James also discusses her favorite element of her work, and gives some advice to new entrepreneurs. - Next, we have Rocky Bowles, founder of Resinate Marketing, about being a "professional cheerleader", and the start of Resinate. Bowles tells us how she connects the dots and prepares people for ultimate success.    Until next time, thanks for listening. Please reach out if you would like to be featured in the future, or would like a product featured: yourhighnesspodcastATgmail.com. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/your-highness-podcast/support

Wanda James, the first person from the Global Majority to own a marijuana dispensary (in Colorado), breaks down the cannabis business. Where are the opportunities and how do we gain power in a space that has oppressed us?

Cannabis, meet cryptocurrency. Given Colorado's success with legalizing marijuana, is the state positioned to become a leader in blockchain and other emerging industries? To find out, Paul interviews two Denver cannabis and blockchain experts: Wanda James, CEO of Simply Pure Dispensary, and Shala Burroughs, COO of Satis Group. For more information about Wanda James and Simply Pure Dispensary, visit: https://www.simplypure.com/ For more information about Shala Burroughs and Satis Group, visit: https://satisgroup.io/ For more information about this episode's sponsor, General Assembly, visit: https://generalassemb.ly/ This episode features music by Lee Rosevere. Our theme song is Lover in Japan by Retrofette. And a big thank you to Mile High Hustle's sponsors: Husch Blackwell, General Assembly, and Zayo Group.

Paul Ryan needs Democratic votes to keep the government open, and the Democrats can’t decide whether to demand a vote on dreamers. The White House covers up a senior aide’s domestic abuse allegations, and Pennsylvania may be headed towards a constitutional crisis. Jon, Jon, Tommy, Dan, and Alyssa are joined by business owner and community activist Wanda James live on stage in Denver, Colorado.

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Season 1 Finale Mother's Day Edition of "Time 2 Build" Hosted by: Divine Universal and Co-Hosts: Mz. Chief and Ivy Marie. Join the panel as they discuss the latest Hot Topics in World Issues, Politics, Relationships, Awareness and more. Also and Exclusive Interview with Mother/Ordained Minister/Radio Host "Elder Wanda James" as she talks LIVE with the panel of hosts. Join the discussion by Calling In @ 323-693-3043 and press "1" to stream LIVE for this special episode. Presented by: GRINDHARD RADIO #Time2Build #RealityRadio

Joe Brezny of Nevada Question 2 joins us to discuss the initiative. He outlines how the current medical program is going and how that affects the coming potential adult use legislation. Joe shares the current polling numbers and the fact that it’s a little too close for comfort as we speak. THE Wanda James then joins us and shares her unique background. We thank her for her Naval intelligence service for our country…and then dive into her thoughts on why oh so many folks in the space have served our country. She shares her work in politics with the likes of Jared Polis and Barack Obama and how that all led to her her current place in cannabis. 

On Episode 23 of Viva la Revolucion join hosts Larisa Bolivar and Citizen Jay as they get into the politics of cannabis and discuss what is wrong with our country. On the latter part of the show, tune in as Jay and Larisa chat with Wanda James.