DANK Discussions - Making More Money with Your Cannabis, Hemp, CBD Business
137 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsDANK Discussions is a podcast where Maynard Breslow chats with Cannabis Entrepreneurs and Influencers who are blazing the trail within the Cannabis Industry. You will learn the tips, tricks & techniques to help your cannabis, hemp, CBD brand stand out from the people already at the forefront of the industry. Maynard is the CEO of Calacann Media, a leading digital marketing agency in the cannabis space..
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Cannabis Capital Markets: Where We Are Now & What To Expect
February 14, 2023 00:00 - 45 minutes - 42 MBBeing successful in the cannabis industry is a huge feat for companies aiming for it. With the various restrictions on the changing rules and regulations about cannabis, it adds difficulty for business owners to thrive and scale their businesses. This is the dilemma that Steve Makely is ready to solve. Steve Makely is the vice president of capital markets at Lineage Merchant Partners, specializing in finance and cannabis. They help clients obtain their needs with their experience in the ca...
Hemp Farming: The Beauty of Cultivating The Magical Plant
February 02, 2023 00:00 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBHemp is more than just a plant. Simply planting enriches the soil. Planting hemp has been found in studies to help remove toxins from the soil. And this is the power of the hemp plant. Tasha Mueller, a hemp farmer, wants people to know how amazing and beneficial hemp products are. Tasha Mueller is the owner and founder of R & R Farms, a premium hemp farm that uses hemp-like gold to create products that will bring smiles to customers. She desires to spread the news about the life-changing ma...
The Complexities of the Hemp Business, Tips on Organic Farming, and Business Strategies
January 31, 2023 00:00 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MBAre you aware that the several cannabinoids present in hemp flower, such as CBD, CBG, and CBN, act as a nutrient or vitamin for our endocannabinoid system? When our body is deficient, processes including digestion, control of the central nervous system, brain health, and illness prevention are out of balance. The best method to support these essential processes is a regular dose of cannabinoids from foods, beverages, hemp flower products, or inhalation. Geoff Bale is the owner of Umpqua Val...
Deciding A Great Contract Manufacturer For Cannabis Supplements with Robert Johnson
January 27, 2023 00:00 - 52 minutes - 48.5 MBIf you've been researching all-natural alternatives to conventional medicine, you might have come across kratom and cannabidiol (CBD). While CBD and kratom are plant extracts, they work differently. Robert Varanasi, a supplement manufacturer, combines these and other high-quality ingredients to create supplements that improve people's health and well-being. Robert Johnson is the CEO of Custom Capsule Consultants. This California-based supplement manufacturer offers comprehensive production ...
Cannabinoid industry & Regulations: Fighting For the Future of Hemp, Cannabinoid, and THC Industry
January 25, 2023 15:37 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MBTaking care of yourself requires a huge effort, and creating products to help people do it is a good business. But with such a saturated market, it is hard to compete with other brands and makes yourself stand out. That is why Melanie Kossan produces CBD-based wellness products to make a different kind of self-care and educate people about its benefits. Melanie Kossan is the Founder and CEO of Stillwater Hemp, a health and wellness company that manufactures various natural cannabinoid high-...
Cannabis & Kentucky: The Reason Behind the States Stuck in Prohibition
January 20, 2023 16:31 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MBDid you know that being transparent and clear compared to other products gives you an advantage? Did you know that affiliate marketing plays a huge role in promoting a business? These are just some of the processes that Jim had to do that contributed to the success of their CBD business. Jim Higdon is the co-founder of Cornbread Hemp. He is also an author, writer, and journalist. He had published a book about Cornbread Mafia which kickstarted his journalism career. As a journalist, he cov...
How Perseverance Overcame Tragedy in Creating a Top Hemp Brand
January 17, 2023 22:33 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MBAll things around in our environment are absorbed through our skin. Especially those we apply directly, like make-up, lotions, skincare etc. As such, we need to be careful not to put chemicals in our bodies because of their negative effects. This is why Valorie Young is committed to creating organic CBD products to help us live better lives. Valorie Young is the Co-Founder of Uncle Yogi’s, a wellness and skincare company that offers high-quality, non-chemical, and all-organic ingredients fo...
Golfing & Cannabis: Why Athletes are Finally Coming Around to Hemp
January 13, 2023 15:48 - 47 minutes - 43.4 MBBeing an athlete means always wanting to be in the zone and play your game with the best that you can. Most players are even willing to try anything to play through the pain. But always using opiates and painkillers is not good. This is the problem that Arthur Young wants to solve by using quality CBD products. Arthur Young is the Co-Founder of Kadii CBD, a wellness brand that produces high-quality CBD products for golf players to ensure their minds and bodies are in tip-top shape to be in...
Lose Dose Cannabis: Why Mass Adoption Won't Be With High THC
January 11, 2023 18:29 - 1 hour - 58.1 MBDid you know CBD is an essential component of the plant? What about the distinction between Delta 8 and Delta 9? These are some of the things Chris wants people to understand because he cares about people, not just profits like other businesses do. Chris Fontes is the founder and CEO of Trojan Horse Cannabis, a company that creates high-quality products from Delta 9 THC, which everyone can enjoy. He desires to educate people about hemp and deliver an unforgettable experience for customers. ...
Discover the Cannabis Disruption in the Food & Beverage Industry with Marc Brannigan
January 05, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBMost cannabis drink products just target those consumers who aim to get high. But targeting this customer base will not be lifelong. On the other hand, Marc Brannigan’s Diesel Hemp and beverages will disrupt the beverage market. It gives you a cool and healthy beverage to drink–safe for everyone whenever they want to feel relaxed. Marc Brannigan, CEO & Co-Founder of Diesel Hemp and Diesel Beverage, a company that is born with a true passion for the Cannabis plant and what it is truly capabl...
Cannabis & End of Life Care: Improving the Quality of Life for Patients
December 26, 2022 13:36 - 52 minutes - 48.4 MBAre you a nurse looking for a new field to explore and transition into? Are you interested in cannabis? Yes, you are reading it right—being a nurse in the cannabis industry is a thing, and they matter as much as hospital nurses! Prejudice against cannabis might still exist, and so much more becomes amplified if a nurse, a supposed pharmaceutical medicine patron, delves more into a holistic approach. That’s where Megan Mbengue enters the picture! Megan is the Founder of Trusted Canna Nurse, ...
Cannabis & Ingredients: Improving the effectiveness of your products
December 21, 2022 20:39 - 54 minutes - 49.9 MBThe cannabis industry is one of the fastest-growing niches in the market. Is this your opportunity to launch a new business in the space? How about entering the manufacturing side of the cannabis industry? Have you ever wondered if companies improve the effectiveness and safety of cannabis? These are some of a few things Dan Margenau discusses in today's episode. Dan Margenau is the CEO of LIX Brands, a supplier of fast-acting, water-soluble, hemp-derived ingredients to manufacturers of foo...
Integrative Medicine & CBD: Bridging Eastern and Western Medicine
December 15, 2022 04:00 - 57 minutes - 52.3 MBDid you know that humans create their own cannabinoids, called endocannabinoids? How about the fact that most healthcare professionals receive very little education on health and wellness subjects like nutrition? These are just a few things that pharmacist, Dr. Swathi Varanasi, wishes more of her colleagues, and the public knew. Dr. Swathi Varanasi is also Co-Founder & Chief Scientific Officer of Element Apothec, a wellness and skincare brand that uses evidence-based science to create CBD-i...
Cannabis Banking Solutions: Overcoming Our Biggest Hurdle
November 04, 2022 14:56 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MBAs you probably already know, financial institutions tend to avoid offering loans to cannabis businesses. However, safe, secure cannabis business banking is an essential step in building respect for the industry and normalizing relations between your company and other members of the business community. Today, we speak with Sundie Seefried, who is the founder and CEO of Safe Harbor Financial, a private banking program that offers cannabiz owners the vital financial leadership and support the...
Cannabis & Hemp Marketing: How to Succeed in a Saturated Market
October 27, 2022 23:18 - 51 minutes - 47.3 MBAs the cannabis industry continues its meteoric rise, many cannabis and hemp companies are searching for ways to build visibility and brand awareness. In this episode of Dank Discussions, we’re sharing some creative and effective marketing strategies that will help you stand out and connect with cannabis and hemp consumers, while still remaining compliant with some of the more complicated laws and regulations. We’re also doing things a little differently today. We have the CEO of See Beau...
The Rise of Adaptogens: How Cannabis and Botanicals Create the Perfect Edible
March 31, 2022 16:15 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MBDoug Schneider iis the Co-Founder and Chief Business Development Officer, and Silvana Nardone is the Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Via Viaggio. Based in Brooklyn, New York, and Dobbs Ferry, New York, Silvana aims to utilize her culinary expertise to transform CBD-infused gummies into something spectacular. With Doug guiding and supporting her through countless […]
How a Navy Seal is Spearheading Federally Legal Cannabis Research
March 24, 2022 12:00 - 54 minutes - 50 MBGeorge Hodgin iis the CEO of Biopharmaceutical Research Company (BRC) and a former US Navy Seal. Based in Castroville, California, BRC is a fully licensed, federally compliant, and recognized company wholly focused on cannabis research and development. George and his team are on a mission to research cannabis as an alternative medical treatment for military […]
How Mainstream Universities are Starting to Embrace Cannabis Education
March 22, 2022 14:03 - 59 minutes - 54.6 MBRob Mejia is an Adjunct Professor at Stockton University, Writer for NJ Cannabis Insider, and President of Our Community Harvest. Based in Northern New Jersey, Rob teaches various cannabis related-topics such as medical cannabis, cannabis internship preparations, and social justice and cannabis classes. On the other hand, his company helps provide cannabis education for the […]
How the Decriminalization of Cannabis is Changing the East Coast Market
March 15, 2022 11:01 - 1 hour - 58.4 MBJames Coscina is the CEO of New Hope CBD. Based in Kerrville, Connecticut, New Hope CBD is one of the first processors and manufacturers of hemp in Connecticut. Before moving to the East Coast, they were a minor partner with a recreational marijuana facility in Maine. Due to new regulations with cannabis on the East […]
The Difference Between Sustainable and Regenerative Systems within the Cannabis Industry
March 10, 2022 18:11 - 50 minutes - 46.6 MBSarah Cotterill is a former health care lawyer and executive. Located in Indianapolis, Indiana, she is currently the CEO of Shift Next Level and Lineage Ventures. In this episode, she shares her background, explains how her company Shift manufactures and wholesales gourmet hemp and cannabis chocolate edibles with a larger mission of create and support […]
Cannabis & The Environment: The Hypocrisy of Placing Profit Over The Environment
March 08, 2022 18:19 - 50 minutes - 46.6 MBHeather Rubiales is the Founder of Heathers Hemp Alternatives. Based in Humboldt, California, she promotes sustainable and regenerative hemp packaging for hemp companies. In this episode of DANK Discussions, Heather talks to our host about her crusade for environmental sustainability and why self-accountability matters for companies and consumers. First, Heather started in the hemp industry […]
COVID’s Impact on Live Hemp Events and Tradeshows
March 03, 2022 20:00 - 1 hour - 60.9 MBMorris Beegle is the president of We Are For Better Alternatives (WAFBA). He is also a producer of NoCo Hemp Expo and a publisher of Let’s Talk Hemp Media. He is based in Fort Collins, Colorado. Medical Cannabis has been legalized since the early 2000s. In 2012, Colorado became the first state to regulate marijuana for adult use. Due to […]
Military Veteran Takes the Lead as an Inspiring Cannabis Advocate
February 22, 2022 20:43 - 58 minutes - 53.3 MBStanley Atkins II is the CEO and Founder of CanniMedic and Stanley Group LLC, as well as the owner of The Good Medic. Stanley is currently based in Atlanta, Georgia and takes pride in teaching his patients the education of using Medical Cannabis as an alternative form of healthcare. Stanley talks to our host Maynard […]
Ancillary Cannabis Businesses: How To Be in the Industry Without Being Plant-Touching
February 10, 2022 18:56 - 53 minutes - 49.4 MBDarell Bester is the Chairman of the Illinois Black Chamber Of Commerce Cannabis Committee. He is also the Founder and CEO of Buddy Luv, a cannabis/CBD lifestyle company. In this episode, Darell talks about the history of Buddy Luv, operating within various ancillary business models, and helping people affected by the war on drugs in […]
Cannabis in Arizona: Making Natures Medicine Accessible to Everyone
February 08, 2022 20:51 - 1 hour - 63.5 MBJason Henson is the CEO of Nature’s Therapy CBD, based out of the great Canyon State of Arizona. In this episode, Jason talks to us about why lab testing and full panel testing are so important for anyone selling Cannabis products, and explains what factors go into those types of testings. He also touches on […]
Cannabis and Yoga: Building a Brand through Purpose and Lifestyle
February 01, 2022 20:40 - 1 hour - 55.3 MBJay Larkins is the CEO and Founder of DriFlower. He created the DriFlower HangHarvesting™ System, the first and only complete solution specifically designed to organize and streamline the harvest of cannabis and hemp. Jay and the DriFlower team have learned a lot throughout the years, out in the field and in drying spaces all along […]
Cannabis & Pregnancy: The Benefits of Plant Medicine in Women’s Health
January 25, 2022 19:37 - 49 minutes - 45.2 MBDr. Felecia Dawson is the CEO and main doctor of P.L.A.N.T.S for Lyfe. She has over 30 years of experience in holistic gynecology, integrative medicine, and functional medicine, and Essence Magazine named her one of the top female obstetricians and gynocologists in the country. Dr. Felecia dissolved her medical practice, Women for Women, in December […]
The Evolution of Renewable Technology in The Cannabis Industry
January 18, 2022 18:11 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MBBrian Duncan is the founder of Field Laboratory Seven. Their major research focuses on agricultural and renewable technology, with a great focus on the continued expansion and evolution of the Hemp and Cannabis markets. Most of Brian’s background has been in software development, making lab instruments, systems for pharmaceutical companies and manufacturing facilities. In this […]
Uncovering the Hidden Secrets of the Endocannabinoid System
December 14, 2021 19:49 - 48 minutes - 44.4 MBDavid Miguel is the Owner/Operator of Elevated Hemp and Owner/CEO of Earth Journey Productions. Based in Bellingham, Washington, David aims to increase the quality of education on the ECS or endocannabinoid system to the public. He aims to teach others how, just like any other crucial system in the body, the endocannabinoid system is crucial […]
Cannabis & Skincare: How See Beauty is Empowering Women Through Self Care
November 30, 2021 19:30 - 1 hour - 94.4 MBTov Breslow is a highly experienced and brilliant entrepreneur with a demonstrated history working in marketing and advertising. She is the visionary leader and CEO of See Beauty Cosmetics, a skincare company that sells high-quality products infused with superior hemp CBD oil to accomplished women. She is also the Co-Founder of Calacann Media, Executive Producer […]
Eliminating Prescription Drugs through Substantial Education on Medical Marijuana
August 31, 2021 19:25 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBKevin Edmundson is the Founder and CEO of CannaCare RX, based in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. CannaCare clinics are the first opiate-based clinic in the United States, with two fully operational locations and three more on the pipeline. With the CannaCare brand, Kevin and his team focus on medical research and helping people understand cannabis as a […]
The Pros and Cons of Hand Trimming verses Machine Trimming
August 24, 2021 18:24 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MBJack Nichol is the Owner of Canna-Trim, the first business of its kind in New England to offer both local and national cannabis growers a place to go for their cannabis processing equipment. Jack is also the Owner of Vermont Gold Company. They sell premium quality Vermont hemp that’s grown by the best cannabis growers […]
The Important Role that Accounting Plays in the Cannabis Industry
August 19, 2021 18:04 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBAndrew Hunzicker is a CPA and Founder of Dope CFO, a program for accounts specializing in the cannabis industry. In Oregon, Dope CFO is nationally recognized for its Cannabis and CBD Accounting & Tax training program through various tools and systems and proactive professional accounting veterans. Andrew first tells me about his mission to get […]
How a Daughter’s Love for Her Mother Founded A Hemp Company
August 17, 2021 19:34 - 1 hour - 74.3 MBDiana Peña is the CEO & Co-Founder of Myriam’s Hemp. Based in Las Vegas, Nevada, Myriam’s Hemp aims to deliver natural hemp products with no artificial or synthetic ingredients added to maximize the plants incredible healing properties. She joins me on this episode to speak about how her mother’s diagnosis with a glioblastoma brain tumor led to a race to […]
How Hemp Subscription Boxes are Changing the Way Shoppers Buy CBD Products
August 12, 2021 20:53 - 1 hour - 78.8 MBStacy Roberts, the founder, and CEO of Hempra, has been in the cannabis industry for eight years. Her subscription box based company, Hempra, is a business that focuses on incorporating CBD into your regular beauty routine. Headquartered in Naples, Florida, Hempra aims to comfort people by helping them make the right choices for their wellness […]
Creating The Most Efficient Automation Methods for Cannabis Harvesting
August 10, 2021 18:08 - 1 hour - 79.9 MBCullen Raichart is the CEO of GreenBroz, the world leader in harvesting solutions for the hemp and cannabis space based. Based in Las Vegas, Cullen created GreenBroz by combining a dream and minimal capital all from the comfort of his garage. Through hard work and dedication to product quality, his vision has propelled GreenBroz to […]
Synthetic vs Natural: How Mindset Plays a Big Role in Cannabis
August 05, 2021 18:42 - 53 minutes - 49.4 MBBrandon Hilton is the CEO of Organic Memories based in Chicago, Illinois. Brandon had always been in touch with nature. Together with his wife, Reena, they want to bring change and help transform the lives of their clients through a holistic approach and the ‘essence’ of nature. Despite the COVID19 pandemic terrorizing everything and changing […]
From War on Drugs Victim to CEO of a Thriving Hemp Company
August 03, 2021 18:25 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBShan Claudio is the CEO of Dallas Hemp Company whose mission is to provide purchasing solutions of the best CBD products that farms can produce. He joins us to share about the stigma towards Cannabis, his upbringing as a victim in the war on drugs, and his efforts to educate people on the benefits of […]
Blending Louisiana’s Original Flavors with the Powers of Cannabis and Hemp
July 29, 2021 20:53 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MBPierre Davis is an award winning chef as well as the president and CEO of Euphoria Eats Co. Euphoria Eats is a veteran-owned company that infuses CBD and hemp with original Louisiana sauces and recipes. In this episode, Pierre shares with us his experience entering the cannabis industry through his incredible and delicious infused condiments. […]
Using Cannabis Expertise and Baha’i Values to Revolutionize Patient Care
July 27, 2021 18:29 - 58 minutes - 53.5 MBChristina DiArcangelo is an entrepreneur and CEO working for over 20 years in the traditional Biotech, Pharmaceutical, Medical Cannabis, CBD, Nutraceuticals, Patient Advocacy, and AI Technology. She is also the founder and president of Affinity Bio Partners, a global clinical research organization, working all over the world to help patients receive the most precise and […]
The First Legal Female Hemp Grower on Pioneering and Expanding the Southeast Cannabis Industry
July 02, 2021 00:41 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MBFranny H. Tacy is the first legal female hemp farmer in North Carolina. She is also the Owner, Executive, and Visionary behind Franny’s Farmacy, a vertically integrated business that includes hemp growing, processing, manufacturing, distribution, and franchise. In this episode , Franny talks to us about growing Franny’s Farmacy, the obstacles she has faced, and […]
Sports Ambassadors & CBD: How Cannabis Companies Are Leveraging Athletes
June 01, 2021 22:44 - 1 hour - 56.1 MBMatt Kowalis is the founder of Serenity Medical CBD, a wellness company that is based in Detroit, Michigan. After his mother passed away from Leukemia in 2012, Matt suffered from post traumatic stress and anxiety. While trying to find a natural remedy, he came across CBD and has since been dedicated to spreading awareness about […]
How this CannaMom is Helping Others Practice Self-Care
May 06, 2021 19:47 - 1 hour - 61.4 MBLauren Forsch is the Founder and President of Popped.NYC, a brand that helps people find relief with CBD products and through consultation. Lauren defines herself as a canna mom. In this episode, she talks about CBD education, stigma, and working as the caretaker’s caretaker. She also shares with us her journey, how she got into […]
Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome: Living With a Cannabis Allergy
May 04, 2021 19:22 - 47 minutes - 43.1 MBAlice Moon is the founder of Alice Moon, a PR agency that helps cannabis businesses share their stories with consumers and the media. She was also the founder of Swallow, the world’s largest edible directory which helped cannabis consumers find the right edibles for themselves based on dietary restriction, food type, and location. Her work […]
Creating Efficient and Effective Hemp Products for Other Industries
April 27, 2021 19:35 - 51 minutes - 47 MBRuss Cersosimo is the founder and managing partner of Hemp Synergistics. He is also the founder and chair of Medical Cannabis Society and co-founder of Mountaineer Integrated Care Dispensaries and Keystone Integrated Care Dispensaries. Russ has also authored the book, Molecular Influence, which was released in March 2021. In this episode, Russ talks about innovation […]
From Brewing IPA’s to Building an Online Cannabis Super Mall
April 20, 2021 17:35 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MBMatt Dubow is the President and founder of My CBD Mall, a company based in Newport Beach, California that offers the platform for several CBD brands to sell their CBD products in the United States. He is also the owner of Sorta Stuff Promo, which provides all the promotional items such as shirts, bags, hats, […]
How Science and Cannabis Intersect at Innovation
April 13, 2021 19:17 - 1 hour - 74.7 MBChristopher and Alisia Ratliff are the CEO and President of Victus Capital Ventures, respectively. Alisia is an accomplished chemist and a licensed Project Manager who boasts over 13 years of experience in different industries. On the other side of this dynamic duo, Chris used to work with engineers in a military airbase, fixing and creating parts […]
From Skeptic to Cannabis Nurse, Educator & Hemp Business Owner
April 08, 2021 20:54 - 1 hour - 63 MBDenise Foster, Ph.D., MSN, RN, CNE, has been a nurse and a healthcare practitioner for over 35 years and an educator for more than 15 years. Dr. Foster is the founder and owner of the Hemp Haven Chesapeake, a vitamin and supplements store. She also founded and owns Empirical Cannabis in Chesapeake, VA, which provides […]
The Intersection of Sustainable Agriculture, Technology and Cannabis Grows
April 06, 2021 17:59 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MBGeorge Irwin is the Founder and President of Green Living Technologies International and GLT Cannabis in Atlantic City, NJ. He is recognized as the leading figure within the global green movement. For over twenty years now, Irwin has championed the use of technology in designing and manufacturing green roofs, walls, and vertical farms. Through GLTI […]
Branding & CBD: Developing a Message for Your Target Audience
March 18, 2021 20:12 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBBeau Schmitt is the co-founder and the CGO (Chief Growing Officer) of Sunday Scaries, a CBD company based in San Diego, California. They provide cannabis products to calm and relieve those frightening “beginning of the week” feelings. Beau talks about his journey, how he found himself in the cannabis business, and how he is helping […]