Periodic Effects: Cannabis Science Podcast
392 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 months ago - ★★★★★ - 135 ratingsPeriodic Effects focuses on the science and business of cannabis. Wayne Schwind, the CEO & Founder of Periodic Edibles, hosts the show. With his background in Chemical Engineering, Wayne dives deep with future leaders inside the cannabis industry. Educational insights on cannabinoids, terpenes, endo-cannabinoid system, extraction methods, edibles and growing science.
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E041 Growing a Mission-Driven Dispensary
May 14, 2018 21:36 - 1 hour - 28.8 MBGreat talk with Brock Binder, Founder and Owner of High Quality, a cannabis retailer in Corvallis, Oregon. Brock launched his business in 2014 along with a grow operation. We discuss how Brock started the business, what they are doing to stay competitive in the market, education and some amazing customer stories on how cannabis changed their life! JOB OPPORTUNITIES: High Quality is growing and hiring for multiple positions (discussed in episode). Email them at [email protected] if y...
E040 Rebranding the Cannabis Industry
May 07, 2018 22:17 - 1 hour - 28.3 MBConversation with Jared Mirsky, CEO and Founder of Wick & Mortar, the oldest and longest running cannabis branding, marketing and advertising agency in the country. Jared started his company in 2009, helping cannabis brands pioneer their way into this new industry. There are some solid gems of information throughout this episode!
E039 Science of Cannabis Series_07
April 30, 2018 21:50 - 1 hour - 39.2 MBLIVE Audience Q&A Podcast on the Science of Cannabis. We cover the struggle cultivators and retailers are facing on high THC% versus a high Terpene profile and ideas for education initiatives to help inform consumers. Joining us on the podcast panel was Emma Chasen, Lee Henderson from HiFi Farms and Cedar Hughes-Blades from Moss Crossing. Access our eBook for FREE “8 KEYS How to Launch a Successful Cannabis Edible Business” at www.periodiceffects.com/ebook
E038 Getting Beyond Business Plateaus
April 23, 2018 22:01 - 1 hour - 31.4 MBGood talking with Hunter Caputo, CEO of The Caputo Group. Hunter brings great insights from his past experience of supporting and growing businesses inside and outside of cannabis. We cover finances, HR support, distribution, planning for federal legalization and what it takes to move beyond plateaus that every business hits. Companies and Brands we reference ORCA, CCA, NCIA, Oregon Sungrowers Guild, Canna Help You.
E037 Beyond Organic Craft Cannabis
April 16, 2018 22:25 - 59 minutes - 27.4 MBConversation with Erik Leib, Founder of Ananda Farms, a producer in Oregon. We talk the future of craft cannabis, going beyond organic practices, and looking at the soil, topography and climate in which it’s grown, known as the terroir. Will consumers start buying based on the terroir as they do with wine? Companies and Brands we reference Cascadia Herbals, Fireside, Breeze Botanicals, Sun God Medicinals, New Leaf Midtown, Open Vape, Diamond Cannabis, Substance Cannabis Market, Panacea, Th...
E036 The Coolest Cannabis Farm in Oregon
April 09, 2018 19:58 - 1 hour - 28.6 MBLoved this talk with Lee Henderson, Co-Founder and Brand Manager at HiFi Farms. We discuss how Lee started the business, the transition from the medical market to recreational and creative ideas for solidifying a strong brand presence. JOB OPPORTUNITES: HiFi is looking to hire going into summer, discussed in the episode. Companies and Brands we reference Portugal the Man, Gro-Tech, Craft Cannabis Alliance, Emma Chasen, Farma, East Fork Cultivars, Yerba Buena, Pilot Farm, BDS Analytics, H...
E035 Hemp CBD Market in North Carolina
April 02, 2018 21:46 - 53 minutes - 24.4 MBInformative talk with Justin Hamilton, CEO of Hempleton Investment Group, a business focused on the Hemp CBD market in and around North Carolina. From genetics to growing to processing to retail shops, Justin’s team is involved in every step of the supply chain, and we learned a lot from him in this conversation. JOB OPPORTUNITIES: Justin is hiring for many different positions as they continue to grow and expand, discussed at end of episode. If you’re looking for work in North Carolina thi...
E034 Science of Cannabis Series_06
March 26, 2018 22:41 - 1 hour - 38.5 MBAnother great talk with Emma Chasen on the Science of Cannabis. We discuss a new article published by Dr. Ethan Russo and Dr. Caroline MacCallum titled “Practical Considerations in Medical Cannabis Administration and Dosing”. We also cover a stream of technical questions we received from listeners.
E033 Leading the Infused Chocolate Category
March 19, 2018 22:10 - 1 hour - 28.9 MBLoved this talk with Christine Smith, Founder and CEO of Gron Chocolate. We cover how Christine moved from a successful career in architecture to cannabis infused chocolate, how you expand after getting into almost every dispensary in Oregon and a new source of CBD that Gron is using to sell infused chocolates across state lines, permeating their brand for future expansion. JOB OPPORTUNITY: Gron is looking for a Marketing Director, discussed at end of episode.
E032 Modern Cannabis Shop and Lifestyle Brand
March 12, 2018 21:53 - 1 hour - 28.4 MBGreat talk with Heidi Fikstad, Co-Founder and Brand Manager at Moss Crossing, a Cannabis Retailer in Eugene, Oregon. We cover Heidi’s startup journey, company ethos and her branding, marketing and educational approach. INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY: Moss Crossing is looking for funding to further growth and expansion, discussed in episode.
E031 Branding Cannabis Extracts and Vape Products
March 05, 2018 23:41 - 48 minutes - 22.2 MBConversation with Sabrena Peterson, Director of Marketing for REL Vape, an extract and vape pen company in Oregon. We discuss how Sabrena met her Co-Founders and started REL Vape, new technologies coming to market and how she thinks cannabis extracts will evolve.
E030 The Friendliest Dispensary in Oregon
February 26, 2018 23:44 - 1 hour - 33.4 MBLoved this talk with Jaime & Shea Conley, Co-Founders of Mindrite, a cannabis retailer in Portland, Oregon. We discuss building an educated team, putting the patient and customer first, keeping a medicinal focus in a rec market and their plans for calculated growth and expansion. GET our eBook “8 KEYS How to Launch a Successful Cannabis Edible Business” at www.periodiceffects.com/ebook
E029 From Brewmaster, to Soda Pop, to Cannabis Edibles
February 19, 2018 22:56 - 52 minutes - 23.9 MBInformative talk with Ross Hunsinger from Hapy Kitchen. We discuss Ross’s path from brewmaster schooling, to soda pop maker to starting a cannabis edible business. Also how Ross sees the industry evolving and some insights on what businesses can do to stay competitive. JOB OPPORTUNITY: Ross asked that motivated individuals interested in the cannabis industry reach out to Hapy Kitchen with a resume and cover letter. Discussed in the episode. GET our eBook “8 KEYS How to Launch a Successfu...
Wayne on Stories in Business Podcast
February 16, 2018 21:45 - 33 minutes - 26.9 MBGrateful to be featured on the Stories in Business Podcast. Wanted to share this with the Periodic Effects Podcast listeners. Really happy to start talking with non-cannabis media outlets to cross that bridge and get cannabis education to more people not familiar with cannabis.
E028 Terpenes & Cannabis, The Next Wave
February 13, 2018 00:28 - 1 hour - 35.7 MBInformative talk with Ben Cassiday, Co-Founder of True Terpenes. We cover a lot of bases in this episode, useful for anyone in the cannabis industry. We talk going from startup business to scaling up quickly, building a strong team and get really technical on the science of terpenes. JOB OPPORTUNITY: True Terpenes is hiring as they continue to expand, discussed in episode. GET our eBook “8 KEYS How to Launch a Successful Cannabis Edible Business” at www.periodiceffects.com/ebook
E027 Branding a New Cannabis Product
February 06, 2018 00:05 - 51 minutes - 23.8 MBGreat talk with Zane Witzel, Founder of Cannador. A lot of tips and tricks for Cannabis Businesses in this one! We talk Marketing, Public Relations, Branding and how Zane built an ancillary manufacturing business with zero past engineering or product design experience. LINK to our eBook “8 KEYS How to Launch a Successful Cannabis Edible Business”
E026 LIVE Q&A Science of Cannabis Series_05
January 29, 2018 23:10 - 1 hour - 28.7 MBTopic: The Life Cycle of Cannabis Compounds. Live Audience Q&A Podcast with Emma and Mary from Sativa Science Club. We talk about what happens to Cannabis Cannabinoids, Terpenes and Flavonoids post harvest from curing to processing to consumption and the effects we experience. THANK YOU to Grove Made for letting us use their space to host the Live Q&A Podcast. Check out their craft artisan products handmade in Portland, Oregon at www.grovemade.com
E025 Evolving Cannabis Brands & Business Culture
January 23, 2018 00:01 - 1 hour - 35.7 MBGreat talk with Laura Rivero, Operations Manager at Yerba Buena, an Oregon Producer. We talk branding a cannabis grow, new ways of doing business and developing a resilient team culture. REGISTER for our Live Q&A Podcast on January 26th in Portland, Oregon
E024 Science of Cannabis Series 04
January 16, 2018 01:11 - 1 hour - 33.3 MBBack for Round 4 in our Science of Cannabis Series with Emma Chasen from Sativa Science Club. We revisit the dichotomy of Sativa and Indica classifications, why education is so critical and what we can all do to empower ourselves and others. REGISTER for our Live Q&A Podcast on January 26th in Portland, Oregon
E023 Oregon’s Future, Jeff Sessions & Cole Memo
January 08, 2018 23:27 - 1 hour - 29.7 MBInsightful talk with Adam Smith, Founder of Craft Cannabis Alliance. Discussing the future of Oregon’s craft cannabis industry, keeping it locally owned, the Oregon Brand, what federal legalization might look like and how to market by movement building. OPPORTUNITY: CCA is looking for volunteer work, discussed in episode. LINK to our eBook “8 KEYS How to Launch a Successful Cannabis Edible Business”
E022 College Advice to become Lead Grower
January 02, 2018 02:58 - 1 hour - 38 MBGreat questions asked from a University of Arizona Student wanting to enter the cannabis industry. Interviewed 4 different Grow Owners and CEOs on what degrees to focus on, other course work to take and what to do now to be best prepared at graduation. Interviewed / Jathan Stitch, Owner of Oregon Roots / Jesse Peters, CEO of Eco Firma Farms / Danny Sloat, Owner of Alpin Stash / Mason Walker, CEO of East Fork Cultivars LINK to our eBook “8 KEYS How to Launch a Successful Cannabis Edible B...
E021 Neuroscientist Develops Cannabis App
December 25, 2017 22:01 - 1 hour - 30.2 MBLoved this talk with Dr. Adie Poe, Neuroscientist and Co-Founder of Habu Health. We discuss her knowledge of drug pharmacology, clinical trials, pain biology, the brain’s mechanisms of addiction and how her new business will transform the selection and consumption of cannabis.
E020 Oregon Producer’s Advice to Thrive
December 18, 2017 21:38 - 56 minutes - 25.8 MBInspiring talk with Jesse Peters, CEO and Co-Founder of Eco Firma Farms, an Oregon rec producer. Discussing what it takes to not only survive, but thrive, in the cannabis industry with advice to differentiate your business and stand out in a crowded market. JOB OPPORTUNITY: Eco Firma Farms is hiring, discussed in the episode. Connect with Phylos Bioscience. LINK to our eBook “8 KEYS How to Launch a Successful Cannabis Edible Business”
E019 Science of Cannabis Series 03
December 11, 2017 22:31 - 42 minutes - 19.4 MBAnother great talk with Emma Chasen from Sativa Science Club. Why does lower THC flower with a good terpene profile win first place at competitions but struggle to sell in stores? We cover craft growing practices, terpene concentrations, the entourage effect and why high THC isn’t everything. CHECK OUT upcoming Sativa Science Club events LINK to our eBook “8 KEYS How to Launch a Successful Cannabis Edible Business”
E018 Craft Cannabis in a Matured Market
December 05, 2017 00:17 - 1 hour - 28.9 MBLoved this talk with Danny Sloat, Owner and Lead Grower at AlpinStash, a producer operating in the Colorado rec market. Great insights on how markets develop and change post rec legalization. How to prepare your business for the long term, pulling from experiences in the Colorado market, which was the first and longest running rec market in the country. LINK to “Know Your Grow” a YouTube channel hosted by Danny providing insights and how to guides for craft cannabis growers. LINK to our ...
E017 The Groupon of Cannabis
November 28, 2017 00:36 - 53 minutes - 24.5 MBTalk with Stephen Gold, Co-Founder of The Daily Leaf, a cannabis deals platform similar to Groupon. Discussing how the business went from side hustle to full time and strategies for cannabis marketing, advertising and scaling a tech company into multiple states.
E016 Tips to Scale Cannabis into Multiple States
November 22, 2017 23:33 - 18 minutes - 8.51 MBTalk with Pete Kadens, CEO of Green Thumb Industries. Discussing what it takes to scale a vertically integrated cannabis business across multiple states that are high barrier to entry with license caps.
E015 Donald Trump, Cannabis & Federal Legalization
November 21, 2017 23:56 - 9 minutes - 4.46 MBTalk with Kenneth Walsh, Chief White House Correspondent. Discussing the current administration’s position on cannabis and Donald Trump’s influence. What Federal legalization might look like and when it could happen.
E014 Topical Company expands with new Product Lines
November 21, 2017 00:54 - 1 hour - 35.5 MBTalk with Trista Okel, CEO & Founder of Empower BodyCare. Wayne and Trista discuss how her arrest for growing three cannabis plants in 2003 led to her activism and eventually launching her company. It’s been nothing but growth and expansion since starting the business in 2013. Learn how Trista views the current cannabis climate and what she is planning for the future. JOB OPPORTUNITY: Empower is looking for Brand Ambassadors, discussed in episode. LINK to our website for Newsletter signu...
E013 Cannabis Marketing for NEW Demographics
November 13, 2017 23:12 - 1 hour - 31 MBConversation with Celia Behar, President and Co-Founder of The Lil Mamas. Wayne and Celia talk cannabis consumer demographics and new opportunities for businesses. As the market matures, new consumers will be experimenting with cannabis for the first time. Their experience will significantly impact the growth of the cannabis industry. Who are these new consumers? What are they looking for? How can you position your business to meet their needs? USE this Link to help support Celia’s sister ...
E012 Live Q&A Science of Cannabis Series 02
November 06, 2017 23:50 - 1 hour - 36.4 MBTopic: The Science of Cannabis Consumption Methods. Wayne, Mary and Emma have an audience Q&A session after discussing the reasons behind different consumption methods and what consumers should look for and avoid when using cannabis. Brought to you by Sativa Science Club and Periodic Effects: Cannabis Business Podcast
E011 Hydroponic Automation for Commercial & Consumer Growers
October 30, 2017 20:44 - 50 minutes - 23.1 MBInterview with Nico and Pepijn, Co-Founders of Cloudponics, an ancillary manufacturing business offering a smart hydroponic cannabis growing solution. They discuss contract manufacturing in San Diego while being based in Chile with an office in San Francisco. Along with new opportunities that their hydroponic growing solution offers for increased yields with decreased stress. INVESTOR OPPORTUNITY: Cloudponics is still raising capital giving private investors a chance to get involved, discu...
E010 Focusing on CBD Strains in the Oregon Recreational Market
October 23, 2017 22:07 - 59 minutes - 27.1 MBDiscussion with Mason Walker, CEO of East Fork Cultivars, a cannabis producer operating in the Oregon recreational market focusing on CBD specific strains. Wayne and Mason discuss the rewards and challenges of running a cannabis grow operation in a rec market, the marketing efforts East Fork is pursuing to establish education around CBD and what consumer trends are on the horizon to start preparing for now. LINK to our website for Newsletter signup and our new eBook “8 KEYS to Launch a Suc...
E009 Payment & Banking Solutions for Cannabis Businesses
October 18, 2017 23:48 - 35 minutes - 16.3 MBBonus Episode. Wayne talks with Roger Kinney, Co-Founder of Synergy Pay Solutions. They discuss financial services around the cannabis industry, banking options, merchant accounts and a little bit on Bitcoin.
E008 Keeping Up with Cannabis Laws State by State
October 16, 2017 21:18 - 1 hour - 32.7 MBConversation with Morgan Fox, Director of Communications from the Marijuana Policy Project (MPP). The MPP supports multiple legalization efforts and lobbying across different states. Wayne and Morgan discuss what new states are coming online, where they are at in the process, what states are changing their marijuana program and what legalization efforts look promising on the horizon. Full of useful information and insights you can use to align your business to make the most of the new opport...
E007 Growing a Portfolio of Profitable Cannabis Retail Locations
October 09, 2017 23:24 - 51 minutes - 23.6 MBTalk with John Widmer, COO and Co-Founder of Kaleafa Cannabis Company. Kaleafa has multiple retail locations throughout Oregon and Washington. Wayne and John discuss what it takes to run a successful cannabis retail store, how critical your location is, putting customers first as a marketing approach and how Kaleafa has managed to profitably run multiple stores with more on the way. LINK to our website for Newsletter signup and our new eBook “8 KEYS to Launch a Successful Cannabis Edible Bus...
E006 Live Q&A Cannabis Podcast Series 01
October 03, 2017 02:28 - 1 hour - 29.9 MB“Why is Education Critical to the Cannabis Industry?” Wayne, Mary and Emma have an audience Q&A session after discussing the industry’s approach to education and what it means for consumers. Brought to you by Sativa Science Club and Periodic Effects: Cannabis Business Podcast
E005 Emma Chasen, Director of Education at Sativa Science Club
September 24, 2017 03:28 - 1 hour - 33 MBWayne talks with Emma from Sativa Science Club, a professional development community focused on the cannabis industry. This episode goes deep into the science of cannabis. They discuss why the sativa and indica classification of cannabis is no longer working. What new models and language need to be developed for the industry to move forward. Along with a long discussion on the different types of cannabinoids (not just THC and CBD) and how they all play a synergistic role in influencing the e...
E004 Jathan Stitch, CEO of Oregon Roots
September 24, 2017 03:25 - 1 hour - 29.1 MBWayne talks with Jathan from Oregon Roots, a cannabis producer operating in the Oregon recreational market. They discuss Jathan’s past experience owning a landscaping company and how he sold that business to raise the capital for starting Oregon Roots. Market trends, issues with cannabis strain names and how to build a winning team is also discussed. JOB OPPORTUNITY: In the podcast Jathan puts out a request to motivated listeners who are interested in working in the cannabis industry near Po...
E003 Peichen Chang, CEO of tCheck
September 24, 2017 03:22 - 42 minutes - 19.5 MBWayne talks with Peichen from tCheck, a ancillary manufacturing business making an at home cannabis potency analyzer for edibles and tinctures. They talk about Peichen’s past experience, why he got into the cannabis industry and the challenges of running an ancillary manufacturing business. DISTRIBUTION OPPORTUNITY: In the podcast Peichen discusses looking for new distribution partners, they currently sell internationally.
E002 Mary J Poppins, Founder of Sativa Science Club
September 24, 2017 03:19 - 1 hour - 27.6 MBWayne talks with Mary from Sativa Science Club (SSC), a professional development community focused on the cannabis industry. The SSC provides in-person training courses, classes, seminars and new cannabis business mentorship. They discuss Mary’s background in herbal medicine, why she started the business and new projects she plans to accomplish in the future. COLLABORATION OPPORTUNITY: In the podcast Mary discusses looking for cannabis business owners that are looking to collaborate.
E001 Eric Wendt, Chief Science Officer of Green Leaf Lab
September 24, 2017 01:52 - 1 hour - 34.2 MBAfter a 15 minute introduction about the podcast, Wayne talks with Eric from Green Leaf Lab, a cannabis testing facility based in Portland, Oregon. They discuss Eric's background and journey into the cannabis industry, the current state of affairs, how to adapt to ever changing regulations and how Green Leaf Labs operates its business. JOB OPPORTUNITY: In the podcast Eric puts out a request to listeners with backgrounds in science that might be interested to work in the cannabis industry.