Best Cannabis Regulation Updates Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 45: Karma Koala Podcast 252: Victoria Cvitanovic Of Counsel @ Ruddick Law Group Psychedelics, Cannabis HIPAA & Data Privacy 27:16

6d ago27:16

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I recently noticed Victoria raise the topic on Linked In and nobody is really talking about the issues with regard to cannabis and psychedelics medical treatments and therapies in a public forum so I thought it more than worthwhile to hear her thoughts and especially so with regard to HIPAA Every US citizen has HIPAA ingrained in their brain but th…

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Why the Industry’s Premier Brands Choose The Flowery — and What’s Coming Next in New York & Florida ft. Ilya Shmidt 45:00

6d ago45:00

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Florida and New York are massive markets — but they’re still early. Everyone’s fighting for attention, trust, and long-term positioning. So how did The Flowery rise to the top and become the go-to partner for the industry’s premier brands? 710 Labs. Wizard Trees. Preferred Gardens. Doja Pak the list goes on. These brands are some of the most sought…

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Episode 44: Karma Koala Podcast 251: Trenton Birch Founder Cheeba Africa – Education & The Future of Cannabis In South Africa & Across The Continent 23:22

8d ago23:22

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I’m currently working with Trenton on a conference to be held in Johannesburg end May 2025 as part of the annual SA Cannabis Expo. See information at the link Trenton is a cannabis educator and consultant and has built a permanent campus in South Africa to educate people across all aspects of cannabis and hemp. As far as I’m aware he’s the only per…

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Bank spotlight: How self-serve technology and financial literacy programming have paid off for BankFive 23:03

8d ago23:03

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In this episode of Ahead of the Curve, you'll hear innovative ideas on financial literacy programs and leveraging technology for better customer service from Anne Tangen, President and CEO of BankFive. Tune in as we discuss: How to engage customers in learning about improving their credit The role of financial literacy in getting the right loan pro…

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Big Tobacco Is Moving on Cannabis, the Global Strategy Is Unfolding, and Deepak Anand Reveals Where’s Next 48:42

13d ago48:42

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Big Tobacco knows cigarettes are dead. They’re sitting on cash, looking for growth — and cannabis is the obvious move. They’re no longer silently watching from the sidelines. They’re investing, expanding — some through public acquisitions, others through quieter plays. But one thing is clear: it’s no secret anymore. Big Tobacco is here, leveraging …

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Episode 43: Karma Koala Podcast 250: Dr Robin Hofmann – His New Book, The Regulation of Cannabis in Europe Of Highs and Laws 20:55

20d ago20:55

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A milestone the 250th episode of the Karma Koala podcast! I noticed that Dr Hofmann has published his new title with Routledge mid March so got in touch to talk about all the whys and wherefores of the book and dig into Germany’s experience of trying to legalize cannabis under European law. We also widen the discussion around European law & cannabi…

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Secrets Behind World-Class Extraction: How 1% Add Millions ft. Micah Anderson 59:42

20d ago59:42

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Specialization is coming — and surviving will mean doing one thing better than anyone else. But that’s only the beginning. Getting there takes a relentless growth mindset: an obsession with stacking small operational wins — data, tech, genetics, process — to create massive separation over time. Extraction isn’t simple. And in a world of margin comp…

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If You’re Chasing Invoices in Cannabis, Listen to This ft. Brett Gelfand 50:18

27d ago50:18

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You produced the product. They said they needed terms — “as soon as it sells, we’ll pay.” But the days kept going by… and nothing came in. In cannabis, collections are brutally difficult. With limited banking and tight cash flow, cash is king. So how do you know who’s trustworthy? Who’s a repeat offender? And where do you even go to collect? Sadly,…

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Episode 42: Karma Koala Podcast 249: Andrew Kavisilas – Australia – A Little Bit Of Everything ! 33:41

28d ago33:41

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In the run up the Australian federal election and the Nimbin Mardigrass (2-4 May 2025) we talk to Andrew Kavisilas who has been round the block with cannabis more than once in Australia. He’s grown under license as far back as the late 1990’s, he’s done the Nimbin cafe thing, he was involved the the Cannabis party before it was the Cannabis party b…

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Possession of Cannabis in the UAE 0:50

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Lawgical with Ludmila Yamalova The post Possession of Cannabis in the UAE first appeared on LYLaw Dubai.By LY Law

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Episode 41: Karma Koala Podcast 248: Heidi Whitman Founder, EmpowHer. Connecting Women In The Cannabis Sector Globally 27:26

1M ago27:26

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Melanie Wentzel author of Cannabis Queens suggested i get in touch with Heidi to talk about the organisation she’s created,EmpowHer, a global network of women working in the cannabis sector who are working together to counter the increasing suit led male domination of the sector. Women are ignored in a great deal of decision making in the industry …

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How Ayr Wellness Is Resizing for Reality — What Operational Efficiency Really Means ft. George DeNardo 44:30

1M ago44:30

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It’s not about planting flags anymore. It’s about profitability. As the cannabis industry shifts from rapid growth at all costs to operational precision, hard decisions are being made. Which assets are sized properly? Where can we build a well-rounded, potentially profitable business given the realities of today’s market? And how do we make the rig…

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Episode 40: Karma Koala Podcast 247: Speaking with Dr. Natalie Corthésy senior lecturer university of West Indies & Enrico Bonadio professor of law City St George’s University of London about their forthcoming ... 30:34

1M ago30:34

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Stumbling around the latest legal publishing lists for my other legal information website that I publish Practicesource.com I was very pleasantly surprised to learn that Edward Elgar are to publish a standalone title on cannabis and intellectual property next month. Well researched and written cannabis legal titles are as rare as hen’s teeth and th…

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Property Transfers in Dubai 0:44

1M ago0:44

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Lawgical with Ludmila Yamalova The post Property Transfers in Dubai first appeared on LYLaw Dubai.By LY Law

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Why Cannabis Companies Must Face Reality, Make Hard Choices, and Follow the Data ft. AnnaRae Grabstein 48:29

1M ago48:29

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While it feels like progress isn’t happening — and that may be true at the federal level — inside the industry, it’s a completely different story. The financial model you built, the regulatory category you operate in, the market dynamics, the consumer behavior — every one of those variables is in motion. Constantly evolving. And new competitors are…

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Episode 39: Karma Koala Podcast 246: Victoria Cvitanovic Of Counsel @ Ruddick Law Group .. Psychedelics & Treatments In New Mexico. Slow & Steady 34:26

1M ago34:26

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As I do on the Karma Koala with all psychedelics lawyers I speak with Victoria, initially, how she came to the world of psychedelics law. She started as a narcotics prosecutor in Louisiana, so it’s been an interesting journey. We then talk about the details about what’s happening in New Mexico with regard to psychedelics legislation for medical tre…

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Real Estate Developer Regulations in Dubai 0:53

2M ago0:53

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Lawgical with Ludmila Yamalova The post Real Estate Developer Regulations in Dubai first appeared on LYLaw Dubai.By LY Law

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How Leafwell is Disrupting Healthcare: The Data Doctors Can’t Ignore ft. Emily Fisher & Dr June Chin 45:52

2M ago45:52

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Can cannabis be the key to lowering healthcare costs and improving patient outcomes? Impossible, right? Think again. Leafwell has analyzed millions of data points and uncovered staggering, undeniable results—cannabis patients experience fewer ER visits, reduced prescription drug use, and better health outcomes compared to non-users. These findings …

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Episode 38: Karma Koala Podcast 245: T .. Aussie Bush Weed Grower.. why nature is best for this plant 23:52

2M ago23:52

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I have to admit it my favourite smoke on the planet is good old fashioned orstraya bush weed. It's sweet it's earthy and it's soaked up that true blue aussie sunshine and always hits my sweetspot. In this episode the Koalas speak with T a grower somewhere in Australia on the wrong side of the law but on the right side of cannabis. He tells me why g…

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Episode 37: Karma Koala Podcast 244: Tanner J Bean, Lawyer Utah - Singularism Psilocybin Church & Freedom of Religion 30:37

2M ago30:37

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Singularism are a psychedelic church using Psilocybin and based in Salt Lake City, Utah. When they opened their doors they made local authorities aware of who they were and how they practiced their religion. A year later there was a police raid. Tanner had been working with them prior to the raid and discusses with us what’s happened since as the c…

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Episode 36: Karma Koala Podcast 243: Zack Kobrin Partner at Saul Ewing.. The Rise & Rise Of The US Hemp Beverage Sector 32:30

2M ago32:30

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They keep trying to knock it down but it won’t go away and just gets bigger and bigger. Quite simply people in the US like a soda so it is somewhat of a no- brainer that cannabis and hemp beverages are going to sell like hot cakes. I discuss with Zach who has over a decade of experience in the cannabis sector both in-house and in private practice a…

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Liquidation of Companies in the UAE 0:47

2M ago0:47

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Lawgical with Ludmila Yamalova The post Liquidation of Companies in the UAE first appeared on LYLaw Dubai.By LY Law

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The Hard Thing About Hard Things: A Melody of Grit & Fortitude ft. Christina Betancourt Johnson 51:34

2M ago51:34

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“It’s this crazy melody of things constantly happening, and you need an incredible degree of grit and fortitude. Even the best-prepared individuals with meticulous plans have to throw them up in the air like confetti. It’s an intangible feeling—until you get into it, you really don’t know.” This quote from Christina Betancourt Johnson perfectly cap…

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Episode 35: Karma Koala Podcast 242: Julian Buchanan, Founding member of Harm Reduction Coalition Aotearoa (New Zealand) Policy Changes On Drugs Can Only Come From A Grassroots Approach 31:02

2M ago31:02

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I’ve been paying a lot more attention to drugs, policy and politics in New Zealand recently as a number of medical cannabis issues have come to the fore over the last month. The recent arrest of green fairy “Gandalf”, the failure of a couple of medical cannabis outfits amongst a number of recent events brought me to Julian @ Harm Reduction Coalitio…

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Balancing AI capabilities and human expertise in loan review and beyond 15:36

2M ago15:36

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In this episode of Ahead of the Curve, we explore how Artificial Intelligence is transforming the loan review process, making it more efficient, accurate, and compliant—while ensuring that human expertise remains essential. Joining us is Steve Wert, Vice President of DiCom Loan Review Solutions at Abrigo. With over 20 years of experience in market …

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Episode 34: Karma Koala Podcast 241: Miles Hunt Standing For The Australian Senate For The Cannabis Party….Let’s Think About Non Corporate Models Too 31:37

2M ago31:37

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Welcome back to the Karma Koala podcast. In our latest episode we speak to another Senate hopeful. Miles Hunt is a lawyer with a background in drug law reform in Australia. We cover all the usual topics including the current “medical” paradigm, building an Australian cannabis future not reliant on cheap imports from Canada, how to think about canna…

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Premium Should Mean Organic: How Jetty Extracts is Leading the Clean Cannabis Movement ft. Ron Gershoni 41:45

2M ago41:45

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Want to know what a company really values? Look at where they spend their money. In cannabis, where cash is a rare commodity, Jetty Extracts is choosing to invest in: Thousands of dollars each month in additional third-party testing that isn’t required OCal-certified cannabis, the cleanest on the market Most companies can’t even consider this level…

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Episode 33: Karma Koala Podcast 240: Chuck Lovett & Nitai Aleksiewicz – Childhood Trauma & Sexual Abuse & Regulated Psilocybin Treatment 31:02

2M ago31:02

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This podcast contains discussions and descriptions of sexual abuse, which may be distressing or triggering for some listeners. Please take care of yourself and consider skipping this episode if you feel it may be harmful to your well-being. If you or someone you know has experienced sexual abuse, there are resources available to support you. Please…

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Episode 32: Karma Koala Podcast 239: Evan Mills, Energy Use In The North American Cannabis Markets, Regulated & Illegal, “An Inconvenient Truth” Part 2 30:30

2M ago30:30

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Part 2 of my conversation with Evan where my learning curve gets even steeper than the first episode. We cover a lot of topics in 30 minutes including.. The energy use applied to processing cannabis and hemp and especially so for human consumption products. At the moment, Evan believes, it’s almost impossible to define what that usage is. The cost …

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We Don’t Want Legalization—We Want Decriminalization ft. Luna Stower 45:59

2M ago45:59

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Cannabis started as a movement, not just a business. But as legalization expanded, the industry found itself caught between profit and purpose, struggling under massive overregulation and taxation. So how do we get back on track? For over 11 years, Luna Stower has been on the front lines—fighting for safe access, patient rights, and the end of proh…

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Episode 31: Karma Koala Podcast 238: Daniel Shortt Launches New Firm With Partner Perry Salzhauer In Pacific NW 32:03

2M ago32:03

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Karma Koala Podcast 238: Daniel Shortt Launches New Firm With Partner Perry Salzhauer In Pacific NW Haven’t spoken to Daniel in a while so great to hear that he’s decided to launch a firm working with his colleague from Mcglinchey and back in the day Greenlight, Perry Salzhauer. The firm is working in the cannabis & psychedelics fields as well as o…

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The cannabis banking conundrum: Risks, regulations, and what’s next 18:00

2M ago18:00

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With a new administration in office, speculation is running high on what the future holds for financial institutions working within the cannabis-related business (CRB) industry. Today's guest is Kevin Gulledge, Senior Risk Management Consultant at Abrigo and a seasoned expert in financial compliance. With extensive experience guiding banks and cred…

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China Tariffs & The Next Era of Vapes: Impact on Supply Chains & Brands ft. Nick Kovacevich 52:54

3M ago52:54

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Vaping is more than just oil and hardware—it’s a delicate balance of oil, terpenes, device performance, and supply chain efficiency. When one element is off, consumers notice, and brands suffer. With new tariffs on China and CCELL massive U.S. investment, what does this mean for the future of the vape industry? How do hardware vendors differentiate…

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Ecosystem Secrets: How Premier Cannabis Brands Scale ft. Nate D 43:19

3M ago43:19

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Consumer buy brands. And in cannabis, California brands reign supreme because they uphold the most sacred element in any relationship—trust. Trust isn’t just about marketing—it’s about consistency, quality, and experience. The moment a brand breaks that trust, it loses everything. But expanding a highly trusted California brand into new markets isn…

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Why Cannabis Laws Are a Mess: The Politics and Bureaucracy with Jeff Guillot 52:59

3M ago52:59

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"Bureaucracy defends the status quo long past the time when the quo has lost its status." — Laurence J. Peter Nowhere is that more evident than in cannabis, where local governments resist change, operators scramble for clarity, and policies shift overnight. The biggest mistake cannabis operators make? Waiting too long to ask for help. Navigating ca…

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M&A accounting best practices for financial institutions 24:50

3M ago24:50

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Bank mergers and acquisitions are on the rise, with institutions looking to expand, scale technology investments, and enhance profitability. But the accounting side of these deals—Day 1 valuation, CECL modeling, and income recognition—can introduce unexpected complexities that impact deal success. In this episode, Abrigo Advisory’s Neekis Hammond a…

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Stop Ignoring Germany’s Massive Opportunity – Europe is Coming! ft. Jamie Pearson 48:08

3M ago48:08

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Are you considering expanding to Germany? The answer should be yes. As a brand or retailer, deciding where to grow is critical. California is the ultimate proving ground—fiercely competitive and filled with industry leaders. If you want to be a national player, is this where you make your mark? But what about Germany? A high-potential market, still…

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Updates on CFPB 1071 and 1033 for community financial institutions 22:30

3M ago22:30

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The CFPB 1071 regulation has sparked plenty of debate and concern among financial institutions. Since our last 107 1 episode in March, there have been some key developments, including the Supreme Court's decision to uphold the CFPB’s funding structure and the new administration's 60-day pause on the rule. We’ll discuss how community financial insti…

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Navigating the Gray: The Legal Tightrope of Cannabis Risk & Compliance ft. Dan Shapiro 46:08

3M ago46:08

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Everyone can agree—cannabis operates in a legal gray area. For starters, anyone in the industry is technically breaking federal law, as cannabis remains federally illegal. But for an in-house attorney at an MSO, the job isn’t just about navigating federal risk. It’s about understanding where gray meets red, balancing state-by-state regulations, and…

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Common Mistakes in Setting up Businesses in UAE 35:18

4M ago35:18

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Lawgical with Ludmila Yamalova The post Common Mistakes in Setting up Businesses in UAE first appeared on LYLaw Dubai.By LY Law

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The COO’s Playbook: Balancing Automation, Quality, and Efficiency Across 14 States at Verano ft. Trip McDermott 51:36

4M ago51:36

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Standard Operating Procedures—every company has them. But how do you maintain consistency when a single change can ripple across 14 states, 15 cultivation sites, and 150 retail locations? Verano faces the challenge of creating continuity across a vast and diverse footprint. Each state presents unique regulations and operational nuances, yet the exp…

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Common Mistakes in Startups in the UAE 46:41

4M ago46:41

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Lawgical with Ludmila Yamalova The post Common Mistakes in Startups in the UAE first appeared on LYLaw Dubai.By LY Law

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She Hits Different: The Story Behind Cake's Explosive Growth ft. Chloe Kaleiokalani 47:41

4M ago47:41

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Cake is hitting different. A hockey stick chart is every founder's dream—but what looks like overnight success often hides expertise built years behind the scenes. Thriving in California's intense, competitive cannabis market? That’s a different beast altogether. Pink, chrome, fur—Cake's branding immediately resonates with its target audience. A ma…

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How Do We Get to a $100 Billion Market? Growth Predictions, Market Consolidations ft Ben Burstein 1:00:25

4M ago1:00:25

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Why does it feel like the hemp industry is exploding while regulated cannabis remains stagnant? The numbers may tell one story, but they don’t capture the whole picture. What would a combined cannabis and hemp market look like if both operated with fewer restrictions, better access to resources, and increased capital? This week, we welcome back Ben…

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Common Legal Mistakes in Real Estate Investments in Dubai 1:08:34

4M ago1:08:34

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Lawgical with Ludmila Yamalova The post Common Legal Mistakes in Real Estate Investments in Dubai first appeared on LYLaw Dubai.By LY Law

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The Complexities of Training Costs in UAE Employment Law 22:36

5M ago22:36

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Lawgical with Ludmila Yamalova The post The Complexities of Training Costs in UAE Employment Law first appeared on LYLaw Dubai.By LY Law

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Uniform Genetics, F1 Hybrids, Better Yields: New Age Cannabis Cultivation ft. Ralph Risch 46:18

5M ago46:18

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F1 hybrid seeds are the cornerstone of modern agriculture, offering the least expensive and most reliable way to grow uniform plants with predictable traits. In the cannabis industry, however, growing from clones has long been the standard because true F1 hybrid seeds were unavailable—until now. Today, F1 hybrid seeds have arrived in cannabis culti…

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Navigating UAE Data Privacy Laws: Facial Recognition Technology with Comparisons to EU GDPR 21:32

5M ago21:32

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Lawgical with Ludmila Yamalova The post Navigating UAE Data Privacy Laws: Facial Recognition Technology with Comparisons to EU GDPR first appeared on LYLaw Dubai.By LY Law

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Hard Questions for Cannabis Founders: Tony Schor on Creative Capital and M&A Strategies 54:44

5M ago54:44

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Partnerships are more critical in cannabis than in many other industries. The line between success and failure is razor-thin, and most companies don’t have the resources to recover from a failed “marriage.” One of the unique and beautiful challenges of the cannabis industry is the emotional connection founders have with their businesses. Much like …