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Episode 91: Building Customer Trust With Blockchain Tracking



Building trust around cannabis has been a slow process. The U.S. Government spent billions of dollars over several decades smearing the plant and degrading users. Now it’s up to cannabis retailers and producers to change the narrative. The only way to do that is through transparent practices and education. New technologies are making this easier. In this episode of Cannabis Tech Talks, Isaac Balbin shares how his inventory and compliance software Parsl is using blockchain to create an unchangeable record of product data from seed to sale. By pairing that information with a consumer app called Parsl Trust, cannabis customers can scan retail items and see an entire history including harvest data, lab reports, and even counterfeit warnings. Join the conversation and learn more at Parsl.co.

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Episode 90: Cybersecurity Solutions for Cannabis Companies



Cyber criminals can attack in unexpected ways. That USB charger in your hotel room could be a covert snake into your modem. A mysterious USB drive in the parking lot is more likely to be a hacker’s key to your data than a lost drive loaded with bitcoin. Join the conversation as Cannabis & Tech Today managing editor sits down with Violet Sullivan, VP of client engagement at Red Point Cyber. Sullivan reveals concrete steps you can take to protect yourself from cyberthreats and how to respond if you find yourself in the crosshairs of an attack. Plus, discover how AI and deep fakes might have you second guessing that unexpected Zoom call from your boss. How are you protecting your assets? Learn more at RedPointCyber.com.

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Episode 89: Rolling RAW With Josh Kesselman



In this special episode of Cannabis Tech Talks, RAW Rolling Papers Founder Josh Kesselman sits down with Cannabis & Tech Today Editor in Chief Charles Warner. Kesselman shares why he’s so passionate about social media, how his papers are born from generations of craftsmanship, and why philanthropy is something everyone should get fired up about. This is one candid conversation you won’t want to miss.

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Episode 88: Everything is an Edible with Ripple



Fast-acting, consistent, flavorless edible technology exists. The best part? It’s backed by science! Join Cannabis & Tech Today Managing Editor Patricia Miller as she sits down with Ripple Co-Founder and Brand Director Missy Bradley to explore the emerging world of dissolvable concentrates. Bradley reveals why human trials are so rare in the cannabis industry and how Ripple is using data from its experiments to create unique, versatile dissolvables that can turn anything into an edible. Join the conversation and broaden your cannabis horizons with this episode of Cannabis Tech Talks.

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Episode 87: Data-Driven Retail Insights From Hoodie



If used correctly, data analysis is a powerful tool in the retailer’s arsenal. But gathering market insights in the cannabis space has historically been a fragmented, slow-moving process. That’s changing. In today’s episode, Cannabis & Tech Today Managing Editor Patricia Miller sits down with Kris Walker, president and chief commercial officer for Hoodie. Walker’s data platform gathers retail information from across the country to deliver next-day insights to its clients. It’s tracking millions of data points across thousands of dispensaries in North America and putting all that information together using machine learning and AI. The end result is powerful, actionable insights for businesses, and real-time inventory tracking for consumers. Tune in to discover how Hoodie is rapidly becoming the Nielsen of the cannabis industry.

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Episode 86: Learn How to Open a Dispensary From Cova Software’s CEO



If you were launching a dispensary, what would be your primary concern? According to Gary Cohen, CEO of Cova Software, the majority of entrepreneurs are most concerned with compliance. He created Cova to meet that need. His point-of-sale (POS) software is one of the retail cannabis industry’s most popular interfaces. Cohen said his first priority when creating Cova was to provide retailers with a compliance-focused POS system that would be easy to learn and scalable. Along the way, Cohen spoke with hundreds of entrepreneurs and quickly realized new entrants to the space need more than approachable technology, they need an education on the industry as a whole. That’s why Cova is now offering free educational seminars in new markets across the country. Join in on the conversation as he shares what he’s learned and what entrepreneurs need to know to make their green rush dreams a reality.

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Episode 85: Chatting with the Champ



Iconic boxer, entrepreneur, and cannabis advocate Mike Tyson has conquered the world of boxing, featured in several shows and movies, and launched a successful podcast, among other endeavors. In 2019, he launched Tyson 2.0, his own cannabis brand. In this episode of Cannabis Tech Talks, he and Tyson 2.0 CEO Chad Bronstein sit down with Cannabis & Tech Today Editor-in-Chief Charles Warner and staff writer Aron Vaughan to discuss the company’s product line, the future of the brand, and Tyson’s passion for cannabis. The company’s mission is to produce innovative, high-quality cannabis products known for purity, precision, and wide accessibility. Through licensing, cultivation, and agreements, Tyson 2.0 products are available across dispensaries and retail locations across the states of Colorado, California, Nevada, Massachusetts, Michigan, Illinois, Delaware, and Washington D.C. with plans to expand nationally and internationally. 

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Episode 84: Influencer Insights With Brooke Burgstahler



In today’s episode of Cannabis Tech Talks, content creator, actor, and comedian Brooke Burgstahler speaks with Cannabis & Tech Today Managing Editor Patricia Miller for the cover feature of the winter 2021 issue. Burgstahler recently launched Budding Mind, a wellness and lifestyle blog focused on holistic health. Cannabis has been a big part of Burgstahler’s journey, but her true passion is acting. As the host of World of Weed, she gets to flex her journalism and acting skills while providing quality edutainment to millions of online viewers. Join this candid discussion as Burgstahler reveals her reluctance to embrace cannabis stardom before finally finding her voice as an industry influencer. Check out her cover feature for free in the winter 2021 issue of Cannabis & Tech Today.

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Episode 83: A QVC for THC? Josh Koppel Talks Cannabis, Content, and Technology



Josh Koppel is an entrepreneur at the intersection of content and technology. In this episode of Cannabis Tech Talks, Cannabis & Tech Today Managing Editor Patricia Miller sits down with Koppel to discuss cannabis media. Koppel launched Wowee, a cannabis-focused media company in 2021. Wowee is offering a fresh take on cannabis content with shows like The Flower Hour and Sell High. If QVC covered THC products, Sell High would be the result. Koppel discusses why these innovative takes on cannabis content are vital to the growth of the legal industry and why e-commerce needs to re-examine the way it’s connecting to customers.

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Episode 82: High Fashion With Hemp Apparel Manufacturer Nicole Mitchell



Hemp is one of nature’s most versatile plants. It’s food, fuel, fiber, and so much more. In this episode of Cannabis Tech Talks, Nicole “Cole” Mitchell joins Cannabis & Tech Today Managing Editor Patricia Miller to explore the expanding world of hemp textiles. Mitchell is the founder of Urbane Luggage, the first Black-woman-owned hemp luggage and apparel manufacturing brand in the United States. After a semester abroad studying marketing, Mitchell fell in love with travel, hemp, and sustainability. A trip to Amsterdam inspired her to launch her very own apparel brand centered around hemp and sustainably-manufactured materials. From soft, luxurious, versatile bags to antimicrobial accessories, Mitchell is setting a new standard for hemp fashion. Join the conversation when you like, share, and subscribe.

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