In 2019, Leafly was able to help expose the illegal market, and specifically Vitamin E Acetate, as the main culprit in many deaths in the US during the Vape Crisis that led to a total shutdown of that industry in many states. Now over a year later, have there been any changes in testing of vape cartridges or in the cutting agents in the cannabis concentrates? Leafly's David Downs has published a three part series on whether testing has improved since that crisis. In the Weeds with Jimmy Young in a special one on one with Leafly Writer David Downs. Please like/share/subscribe! www.procannabismedia.com
In The Weeds with Jimmy Young is a weekly interview with cannabis advocates, educators, scientists, growers, and a who's who in cannabis. What is the future of the cannabis business? What are the challenges of growing cannabis? How can small mom and pop dispensaries stay afloat? Anna Symonds, the Director of Education for East Fork Cultivars in Portland, Oregon sits down with Jimmy Young for this episode of In the Weeds to explore some of these questions. ️Please help us spread education about this sacred plant by subscribing, sharing and liking️ We try to respond to all comments and would love to hear your stories! We have a lot of misinformation to combat and believe we are on the road to legalization everywhere. Help us spread the message. United, we can do this. www.procannabismedia.com
He's a teacher, a public speaker, and someone who loves to tell stories- meet BC Wehman from Akron Ohio. His own story is compelling, and he's on In the Weeds with Jimmy Young this week. Learn what happens when he meets up with some old co-workers who see his Cleveland School of Cannabis t-shirt! This story and more in this very entertaining, funny and engaging episode of In the Weeds with Jimmy Young. Please feel free to like, subscribe and comment. Let’s make legalization a reality for every state by spreading education.
Different Leaf Magazine Publisher Michael Kusek on In the Weeds with Jimmy Young as both media "moguls" share their feelings about the changes in Media. Print Magazines vs. Digital video content and the challenges of telling stories of the Cannabis Industry.
He's been in marketing and SEO before anyone even knew what Search meant and its power for marketers. Now if you don't understand it, listen to the first half of Mike Corso's presentation from this past week's In The Weeds Podcast with Jimmy Young, the Founder of Pro Cannabis Media.
He has travelled the world in search of the best strains of cannabis, his name is Captain Hooter. He's an author, researcher, and is passionate about all things cannabis. His book visits and reviews all 167 coffee houses in Amsterdam where they are just known for their coffee! Now in Jamaica, He's a guest on In The Weeds with Jimmy Young
Engaging with your target consumers or businesses is a challenge for any company. In Cannabis it is even more of a challenge because of the regulations and rules for marketing a product that is still Federally illegal, and each state has it's own unique rules. Mike Corso has been studying and using marketing on the Internet for as long as digital media has been around. That experience is the driving force behind ROOV.IO, his company that specializes in creating maximum reach through search and engagement. His free presentation on marketing for dispensaries is a must view for all new companies in this space, and now he's on In The Weeds with Jimmy Young. SHOW LESS
After leaving Vicente Sederberg to start his own law practice, Valerio Romano is one of the most successful and respected cannabis lawyers in the country. After starting in the mid 90's in the fight for Medical cannabis in California, he has settled in Massachusetts and was one of the co-writers of Question 4, the ballot question in 2016 that ushered in the Bay State's adult use cannabis law.He is one of the few lawyers who knows the difference between water cooling and mini-split systems for climate control, yet can still discuss financing options, host community agreements, and regulatory requirements. Now he's on In The Weeds with Jimmy Young. SHOW LESS
California led the nation in cannabis reform paving the way for the beginning of the Green Rush that is going on right now. A couple who met on the protest trail in the '80's are Mikki Norris and Chris Conrad. Now they have been called the Godparents of California Cannabis Advocacy. Chris has worked directly with VP Elect Kamala Harris when she needed an expert on cannabis, she called Chris. Now both are on In The Weeds with Jimmy Young on Pro Cannabis Media.
As the Cannabis Industry expands, more employers will need a good benefits package to retain and hire new employees. The 401K is the traditional fund, but nothing is easy in the cannabis industry when it comes to normal business treatment. No 280E write offs for businesses, no banking, but Asset Strategy has an offering now that allows cannabis companies to offer 401K as a retirement benefit. John Gentry is the Director of Retirement at Asset Strategy and he is In The Weeds with Jimmy Young this week.