Cannabis Industry Evolution and Consolidation Potential with Smoke Wallin

Richard Zwicky talks to Smoke Wallin, Managing Director and Partner, STS Capital Partners about the evolution of the cannabis industry and Smoke’s journey from the beverage alcohol industry to cannabis. Smoke shared his insights on the challenges the cannabis industry is facing due to its recent legalization and the continuing illegality Read more…

Revolutionizing Medical Cannabis Education and Global Standards – Interview

Richard Zwicky interviewed Chris DeVol, founder of MM411, about her journey into the medical cannabis industry. Inspired by personal experiences and the need for better cannabis education and prescribing guidelines, Chris co-founded MM411 in 2009 after witnessing cannabis relieve Greg’s grandmother’s suffering. Their science-based approach, supported by research and patient Read more…

Investment Strategies Amidst Pending Cannabis Rescheduling Changes with Jordan Tritt

Jordan Tritt, CEO and co-founder of The Panther Group, joined Richard Zwicky to discuss investment strategies, regulatory changes in the cannabis industry, successful entrepreneurship markers, and relationship challenges. Jordan emphasizes transparency and preparation for shifts, while Richard Zwicky shares insights on strategic business structures.

Embodiment Training and the Role of Cannabis in Spirituality

Will Johnson with The Institute for Embodiment Learning discusses embodiment training, discussing formal practice, meditation, and letting go of cultural biases. Topics included the role of cannabis in spirituality, gender roles, relationships, and personal power through embodiment. Concepts of feminine empowerment, mind-body unity, and overcoming somatophobia were explored, along with Read more…

The Legalization of Adult Use Cannabis in Germany

Stephen Murphy, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Prohibition Partners spoke with me about Germany’s legalization of adult cannabis use marking a significant development in Europe, and how it will impact other countries. They discussed innovative mental health solutions leveraging AI to customize content for individuals and measure therapy effectiveness. Challenges Read more…

Cannabis Business Interviews: Ascend Wellness Holdings Strategy, Growth and Leveraging Regulatory Changes

I interviewed Rebecca Conti Koar, EVP of Investor Relations and Strategy at AWH (Ascend Wellness Holdings), last week. We discussed Ascend Wellness’s recent earnings results, revenue growth, market penetration, and potential expansion plans for new stores or markets. Toward the end of the discussion, Rebecca provided some interesting insights into Ascend’s Read more…

Cannabis Business Interviews: John Mazarakis from Chicago Atlantic Real Estate Finance Inc

John Mazarakis, Chicago Atlantic Real Estate Finance Inc’s Chairman/Co-Founder joined me on The Green Peak. Chicago Atlantic is a market-leading publicly traded commercial mortgage REIT utilizing significant real estate, credit, and cannabis expertise to originate senior secured loans primarily to state-licensed cannabis operators in limited-license states in the U.S. Mr. Read more…