CannaBiz Conversations

In the season finale of Cannabis Conversations, host Sean Welsh interviews Senator Melissa Agard from Wisconsin, who is a leading advocate for cannabis legalization in the state. Senator Agard shares her journey towards supporting cannabis reform, highlighting the importance of listening to the community and addressing the harms of prohibition. She emphasizes the need for legalizat

In this episode of CannaBiz Conversations, host Sean Welsh interviews Chef Jordan Wagman, a renowned figure in the cannabis culinary world. They discuss his journey in the industry and his efforts to elevate the plant's status in society. The conversation is filled with excitement and anticipation as they delve into the fascinating world of cannabis-infused cuisine. Tune in to hear

Welcome to this week's episode of CannaBiz Conversation! In this episode, host Sean is joined by Nathan Russell, a pre-roll extraordinaire from Michigan. Nathan shares his cannabis origin story, from his first exposure to the plant to his journey into the industry. The conversation delves into topics like the impact of alcohol as a gateway drug, the challenges of overregulation in

Summary:In this episode of CannaBiz Conversations, I had the pleasure of interviewing Mandy, a passionate entrepreneur in the women's wellness and cannabis space. Mandy shared her personal journey with cannabis, influenced by her father's history with the plant. Growing up visiting her father in prison for marijuana-related charges, Mandy developed a deep connection to the plant an

In this episode of CannaBiz Conversations, host Sean Welsh interviews Willie McKenzie, a prominent figure in the cannabis industry. Willie shares his origin story, revealing his involvement in cannabis since the late 90s, from selling weed in high school to becoming an outdoor cultivator in the regulated market. Willie's transition from the legacy side to the legalized side in Cali

In this episode of CannaBiz Conversations, host Sean Welsh interviews Seth Yakatan, a prominent figure in the cannabis industry. Seth shares his cannabis origin story, recounting how he first discovered the plant in college and later realized its therapeutic potential through his work in the biopharmaceutical industry. He discusses his fascination with GW Pharmaceuticals, a company

In this episode of CannaBiz Conversations, host Sean Welsh is joined by Jeffrey Hoffman, a prominent cannabis attorney in New York. They discuss the recent retail application period in New York and the opportunities it presents for those interested in the cannabis industry. They delve into the unique and equitable implementation of the cannabis law in New York, with a focus on prov

In this podcast, host Sean Welsh interviews Blake Villa, the founder of Qwik Liquids, a company specializing in water-soluble cannabis beverages. Blake shares his journey in the cannabis industry, starting with his involvement in acquiring licenses for popular cannabis brands in California. He explains how he recognized the potential of cannabis beverages and eventually launched Qw

In this episode of CannaBiz Conversations, host Sean Welsh is joined by executive producer Tim Rowe to talk about why they launched the CannaBiz Conversations podcast and their motivation for the project.[00:04:14] Cannabis as a medicine.[00:06:24] Dealing with migraines and cannabis.[00:11:45] Addiction and gateway drugs.[00:15:07] Parenting and cannabis exposure.[00:16:07] The da

In this episode of Cannabis Conversations, host Sean welcomes Aaron Raskin, the founder of Lobo Canager, a prominent brand in the cannabis industry. Sean dubs Aaron the "Marlboro Man" due to the widespread recognition and appeal of the Lobo Cannagar brand. The two discuss their past collaborations and how they've unlocked success in collaboration. Aaron shares his cannabis origin s