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Actor Darren Criss Goes All In On Cannabis Beverages Dec 03, 2020

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Darren Criss is an actor, singer, and bar owner best known for his creepy portrayal of Andrew Cunanan in "The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story," which earned a Golden Globe and ‘Emmy Award in 2018. But Darren is also an investor, along with other high-profile celebs, in the cannabis-infused beverage company Cann. We talk about why he is putting his money on "social tonics."

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B-Real's Journey From Rapper to Business Mogul Nov 26, 2020

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Legendary hip hop artist B-Real is best known for being the lead rapper in Cypress Hill, but he’s also built a widely successful business in cannabis. B has a line of cannabis dispensaries and products called Dr. Greenthumb’s, as well as a media empire that includes a podcast, a live streaming site called Breal.tv, and a TV show on Vice called “Bong Appetit.” We talk about the secret to his success.

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The Success Habits Of NFL QB And CBD Champion Carson Palmer Nov 19, 2020

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Former NFL Pro-Bowler Carson Palmer is the latest high-profile pro athlete to get into the CBD game. Palmer won the Heiman trophy winner in 2002 and went on to who spend15 seasons as an elite quarterback. Recently, he partnered with CBD brand Level Select as an investor and spokesperson In this interview, we talk about how he first discovered CBD, and why he’s a fan. Then we get into the nitty gritty of the habits he developed early on in his NFL career and carries on to this day as an entrepreneur

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The Secret to the Success of Stoner-Themed Restaurant Cheba Hut Nov 05, 2020

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Scott Jennings is the founder of Cheba Hut Toasted subs. Founded in 1998 in Tempe, AZ, the cannabis-themed sub franchise chain sells “blunt”-sized sandwiches with names like Chronic and Humbolt Dank. They have "Cotton Mouth Cures" drink menu as well. On this episode of the Green Entrepreneur Podcast, Jenning talks to editor-in-chief Jonathan Small about how the chain came to be, how he they have grown it over the years, and how they are managing the COVID-19 crisis.

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How Ketamine Is Being Used To Treat Depression Oct 29, 2020

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Dr. Roger McIntrye is a psychiatrist and CEO of Champignon Brands, a Canadian company focused on ketamine and psychedelic medicine, The company operates two flagship ketamine clinics that have administered over 4500 ketamine infusions. After offering a brief and fascinating history of ketamine, Dr. McIntrye talks about how this Schedule 3 is being used to tread depression, the future of ketamine treatments, and future business opportunities

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A Brief History of Rolling Paper with RAW CEO Josh Kesselman Oct 22, 2020

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Josh Kesselman has been called an “encyclopedia of rolling paper history.” And for good reason, as founder and CEO of RAW rolling papers are his passion as he balances honoring the centuries-old traditions of cigarette and cannabis rolling papers while catering to the modern smoker. On this episode, he gives us a fascinating crash course how rolling papers came to be, and offers his wisdom on how to grow a massive company with a philanthropic heart.

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The 2020 Election: What's at Stake for Cannabis? Oct 15, 2020

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Carly Wolf is the state policies director at NORML (the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws). Each year, she analyzes hundreds of pieces of marijuana related legislation pending in state legislatures around the country as well as in US Congress. On this special Election 2020 episode, she talks about what state races to watch, which politicians to back, and her predictions for cannabis legalization.

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A Motorcycle Accident Leads To A Mission To Help Others Oct 08, 2020

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In 2008 Garin Heslop was in a devastating motorcycle accident which left him in constant pain. Prescribed pharmaceuticals quickly began depleting his quality of life and changing who he was. He turned to medical cannabis as an alternative and immediately found relief. This new-found interest turned into a mission, and with his wife Kelly he launched MedCare Farms, and put all their time, energy and finances on making cannabis available to as many in need as possible.

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Bloom Farms Secret Recipe for Success Oct 01, 2020

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Sally Nichols is President THC Sales & Distribution, President CBD at Bloom Farms, a top-10 cannabis and hemp/CBD company based in California. On the show, she talks about her transition from K-Swiss to cannabis, why she is passionate about the plant, overcoming the unique challenges of the weed industry, how she used her extensive background in technology to optimize her business, and what a recent lawsuit against the company has taught her.

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Chanda Macias Wants To Empower Women In Cannabis Sep 24, 2020

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Dr. Chanda Macias is a scientist, biomedical researcher, and entrepreneur. She is a pioneer in the cannabis industry as the first African American recipient of a medical marijuana license. As CEO of Ilera Holistic Healthcare and Women Grow, she has paved the way for women in the cannabis industry. Dr. Macias offers realistic and actionable advice on how women not only can break into the male-dominated industry—but also be successful.

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