

The Dime
Bryan Fields & Kellan Finney
The $100+ billion cannabis industry is fueled by innovative strategies and visionary leaders. Each week, we explore the journeys of CEOs from publicly traded giants, world-renowned scientists, and underground legacy growers shaping the future of this transformative market.
Bryan and Kellan uncover how these pioneers built their businesses, navigated failures and found success in this rapidly growing space. Join us to explore the lessons and insights driving the cannabis industry forward.
Bryan and Kellan uncover how these pioneers built their businesses, navigated failures and found success in this rapidly growing space. Join us to explore the lessons and insights driving the cannabis industry forward.
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Mar 9, 2023 • 45min
Las Vegas Newest Attraction: A Cannabis Consumption lounge a stone's throw away from the strip
Las Vegas knows how to regulate sin.This week on The Dime, we host Chris LaPorte, Founder of RESET Vegas to discuss the following: Location, Location, LocationMonitoring consumptionHow brands can partner for national exposureEntertainment experiencesAnd so much moreRESET is a cannabis hospitality management company specializing in the development and operation of unique experiential venues and events with a focus on videogame culture, esports, skill-based gaming, and the implementation of VR/AR technologies.Combining Las Vegas hospitality excellence with cannabis regulatory expertise, RESET will develop and operate social-use lounges to accommodate the diverse demographics of the 21+ cannabis industry.RESET will usher in a new era of nightlife and entertainment creating the gold standard of cannabis experiences in Las Vegas and scale to regulated markets.#cannabisconsumptionlounges #cannabisinsider #cannabisGuest Linkshttps://www.reset.vegas/https://www.instagram.com/chrisofcoins/?hl=enhttps://twitter.com/ChrisOfCoinshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-laporte-52471b52/Follow us: Our Links.At Eighth Revolution (8th Rev), we provide services from capital to cannabinoid and everything in between in the cannabinoid industry.8th Revolution Cannabinoid Playbook is an Industry-leading report covering the entire cannabis supply chain The Dime is a top 5% most shared global podcast The Dime is a top 50 Cannabis Podcast Sign up for our playbook here:🎥 YouTube: The Dime📸 Instagram: The Dime🐣 Twitter: Bryan Fields, Kellan Finney🎙 The Dime Podcast: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 2, 2023 • 47min
Michael Johnson: Metrc, The Cornerstone of Cannabis Regulations
In this engaging discussion, Michael Johnson, CEO of Metrc and an expert in operational finance, delves into the complexities of cannabis regulations. He explores the critical role of the Metrc system in ensuring compliance across multiple states. Johnson emphasizes the importance of customer service and adaptability in a turbulent regulatory environment. Listeners will be intrigued by his insights on protecting unique cannabis genetics and the need for a universal cannabis regulatory standard to enhance industry efficiency and support growth.

Feb 23, 2023 • 54min
Luke Anderson: RIP Hangovers, The Cannabis Beverage taking on Alcohol
Research continues to show alcohol is harmful. If only a substitute social tonic could provide that happy feeling without the hangovers.This week on The Dime, we host Luke Anderson, Co-Founder at Cann, to discuss: Crossfading: Mixing of Alcohol & Cannabis.Why Altering Framework Unlocks Beverage CategoryMisconceptions on Beverage Market SizeAbout Cann:Cann is a sessionable drink, meaning you can control and build your buzz because it's microdosed with just the right amount of THC. With a typical onset of just 10-15 minutes, start with one and go from there. For those new(ish) to cannabis, we typically recommended 1-2 Canns.About Luke Anderson:Luke Anderson is the co-founder of Cann, the world's first micro-dose THC beverage. With his colleague Jake Bullock, Anderson launched Cann in 2019, disrupting the industry with a sessionable cannabis-infused beverage line.Guest Links:https://drinkcann.com/https://www.linkedin.com/company/drinkcann/https://twitter.com/drinkcann#cannabis-infusedbeverage #cannabisindustry #drinkcannFollow us: Our Links.At Eighth Revolution (8th Rev), we provide services from capital to cannabinoid and everything in between in the cannabinoid industry.8th Revolution Cannabinoid Playbook is an Industry-leading report covering the entire cannabis supply chain The Dime is a top 5% most shared global podcast The Dime is a top 50 Cannabis Podcast Sign up for our playbook here:🎥 YouTube: The Dime📸 Instagram: The Dime🐣 Twitter: Bryan Fields, Kellan Finney🎙 The Dime Podcast: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 16, 2023 • 52min
Aaron Miles: How a Leading MSO Invests for the Cannabis Unknown
Verano's portfolio encompasses 14 U.S. States, with active operations in 13, which includes 14 production facilities comprising over 1,000,000 square feet of cultivation.This week on The Dime, we host Aaron Miles, CIO of Verano to discuss: Investment differences between organic and M&A license acquisition Building a national brand portfolio Balancing capital investments in markets ahead of adult use and so much more About Verano:Verano is a leading, vertically integrated, multi-state cannabis operator in the U.S., devoted to the ongoing improvement of communal wellness by providing responsible access to regulated cannabis products. With a mission to address vital health and wellness needs, Verano produces a comprehensive suite of premium, innovative cannabis products sold under its trusted portfolio of consumer brands, including Verano™, Avexia™, BITS™, Encore™, MŪV™ and Savvy™. Verano’s portfolio encompasses 14 U.S. states, with active operations in 13, including 14 production facilities comprising over 1,000,000 square feet of cultivation capacity. Verano designs, builds, and operates dispensaries under retail brands including Zen Leaf™ and MŪV™, delivering a superior cannabis shopping experience in both medical and adult use markets. Verano Linkshttps://investors.verano.com/overview/default.aspxhttps://www.verano.com/https://twitter.com/veranobrandshttps://www.facebook.com/veranobrandshttps://www.instagram.com/veranobrands/?fbclid=IwAR0EqjU0SQodGxgPuSDgyrQUh8E1OqVwmug5KX3xm7FHPuwuUdmOYl427C4https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-miles/https://twitter.com/_aaronmiles_?lang=enVRNOF (OTCMKTS) #VRNOF #Cannabisinsider #cannabisFollow us: Our Links.At Eighth Revolution (8th Rev), we provide services from capital to cannabinoid and everything in between in the cannabinoid industry.8th Revolution Cannabinoid Playbook is an Industry-leading report covering the entire cannabis supply chain The Dime is a top 5% most shared global podcast The Dime is a top 50 Cannabis Podcast Sign up for our playbook here:🎥 YouTube: The Dime📸 Instagram: The Dime🐣 Twitter: Bryan Fields, Kellan Finney🎙 The Dime Podcast: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 9, 2023 • 1h
Alvaro Torres: Health Insurance that pays for your Medical Cannabis & International Opportunities
Khiron is taking a different approach than US Cannabis companies. They are building data systems to provide evidence-based research to reduce stigma, adopt normalization, and convert opioid users to medical cannabis. Their systems and achievement have quickly led to many breakthroughs, as recently announced, "Khiron signs deal with Bogota's largest public health insurance for medical cannabis coverage." Now that Columbia is on board, Khiron has its eyes on disrupting other international medical markets by taking the data-based evidence to Brazil, Peru, Mexico, and many othersThis week on The Dime, we host Alvaro Torres, CEO of Khiron, to discussProviding data-based evidence to influence regulatorsInternational challenges & opportunitiesBuilding foundational systems for personalized medicineHow US Cannabis companies are looking to replicate Khiron's international successand so much moreAbout Khiron A GLOBAL MEDICAL CANNABIS COMPANY IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF PEOPLES' LIVES.We believe in the benefits of medical cannabis to improve people's quality of life through the development of high-quality pharmaceutical products, continuous medical education for health professionals, and permanent monitoring of the patient in their treatment, through the Patient Follow-up Program.#CannabisInsier #KHRN #GlobalCannabis TSXV: KHRN | OTCQX: KHRNF #cannnabisinsider #internationalcannabis #KHRNFKhiron Links:https://khiron.ca/https://twitter.com/khironlifehttps://www.instagram.com/khironlife/?hl=enhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/alvaroftorres/?originalSubdomain=cohttps://twitter.com/alvarotorresrue Follow us: Our Links.At Eighth Revolution (8th Rev), we provide services from capital to cannabinoid and everything in between in the cannabinoid industry.8th Revolution Cannabinoid Playbook is an Industry-leading report covering the entire cannabis supply chain The Dime is a top 5% most shared global podcast The Dime is a top 50 Cannabis Podcast Sign up for our playbook here:🎥 YouTube: The Dime📸 Instagram: The Dime🐣 Twitter: Bryan Fields, Kellan Finney🎙 The Dime Podcast: Show Less Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 2, 2023 • 37min
John Yang: The Dispensaries Edge: Actionable Advantages at the Point of Sale
The Point-of-sale system is at the center of the value chain. Treez offers a unique and intuitive way to personalize the retail experience with a heavy focus on leveraging data for actionable insights specific to the need of the team. Data is valuable when it is clean, accurate, and provides actionable insights that are easy to understand and beneficial.Understanding best practices, ideal inventory levels, SKU counts, and tracking basket size can be the difference between being in the black or in the red.This week on The Dime, we host John Yang, CEO of Treez, to discussLeveraging Data-Based Insights for Action Challenges of scaling with partners as the industry scalesFocusing on metrics that matter About TreezDedicated to growing the cannabis industry At Treez, we’re united by our passion for building amazing tech and services for cannabis businesses everywhere, at every stage of growth.Cannabis retailers grow on Treez.Get the technology, insights and support you need to streamline operations, increase revenue, and drive profitability in an ever-changing industry.#Cannbabisindustry #cannabisinsider #TreezFollow us: Our Links https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-yang-6138896/https://www.linkedin.com/company/treez.io/https://www.treez.io/about-treezhttps://twitter.com/treezformehttps://www.instagram.com/treez.io/?hl=enAt Eighth Revolution (8th Rev), we provide services from capital to cannabinoid and everything in between in the cannabinoid industry.8th Revolution Cannabinoid Playbook is an Industry-leading report covering the entire cannabis supply chain The Dime is a top 5% most shared global podcast The Dime is a top 50 Cannabis Podcast Sign up for our playbook here:🎥 YouTube: The Dime📸 Instagram: The Dime🐣 Twitter: Bryan Fields, Kellan Finney🎙 The Dime Podcast: Show Less Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 26, 2023 • 54min
New York’s Adult Use Cannabis Market Update ft. Jesse Campoamor
New York continues to be at the center of many topics in Cannabis. As the adult-use market slowly rolls out, changes are happening. This week on The Dime, we host Jesse Campoamor to get an update on the current status of the NY Adult Use Cannabis Market and discuss:The Challenges of a limited license systemPotential upcoming issues and adjustments to the marketHow NY plans to onramp legacy operators NY plan to eliminate the thriving grey market and so much more About Campoarmor and SonsFounder Jesse Campoamor, a veteran political operative, comes from a long line of New Yorkers who fought for those in need. From Campoamor’s grandfather, David L. Smith, becoming a leading figure in the city’s affordable housing and social justice movements to his mother, Karen Smith, serving as a New York State Supreme Court justice, the ethos and values of Campoamor & Sons are grounded in its founder’s identity, roots, and connections to New York and in the belief that we all do better when we’re in it together.#CannabisInsider #Cannabis #NYCannabisGuest Links https://twitter.com/JesseCampoamorhttps://campoamorandsons.com/https://www.instagram.com/jessecampoamorFollow us: Our Links At Eighth Revolution (8th Rev), we provide services from capital to cannabinoid and everything in between in the cannabinoid industry.8th Revolution Cannabinoid Playbook is an Industry-leading report covering the entire cannabis supply chain The Dime is a top 5% most shared global podcast The Dime is a top 50 Cannabis Podcast Sign up for our playbook here:🎥 YouTube: The Dime📸 Instagram: The Dime🐣 Twitter: Bryan Fields, Kellan Finney🎙 The Dime Podcast: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 19, 2023 • 54min
The Cannabis Conference where Deals get Done ft. Elliot Lane
The Benzinga capital conference is the premier gathering of cannabis investors, entrepreneurs, and operators. If you haven't been, it's different from other conferences. The event occurs in an intimate setting where all the industry's biggest movers and shakers cross paths. Benzinga is rumored to be the origin of many of the cannabis industry's mergers & acquisitions.This week on The Dime, we host Elliot Lane, the VP of Events & Head of Benzinga Cannabis, to discuss:Understanding how panels and topics get selected Growth and potential of the psychedelics track Will we see cannabis products at networking events?Headlines & expectations for upcoming events The next Benzinga Captial Conference is April 11-12 2023 in Miami Florida About Benzinga:CONNECT WITH THE BIGGEST NAMES IN CANNABIS. Meet the biggest cannabis industry players and make deals that will push the industry forward. Featuring live company presentations, insider panels, and unmatched access to networking, the Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference is where cannabis executives and entrepreneurs meet. Join us live in Miami at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach. There’s no better place to connect with the people driving the global cannabis industry forward. Enjoy all the food, libations & come back with millions of dollars in deals.#bzcannabis #CannabisInsider #cannabis Benzinga Linkshttps://www.benzinga.com/events/cannabis-conference/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cannabis-insider/id1519146438https://twitter.com/ElliotLane10https://www.instagram.com/benzinga/https://twitter.com/BzCannabishttps://www.benzinga.com/events/cannabis-conference/elliotlane@benzinga.comFollow us: Our Links At Eighth Revolution (8th Rev), we provide services from capital to cannabinoid and everything in between in the cannabinoid industry.8th Revolution Cannabinoid Playbook is an Industry-leading report covering the entire cannabis supply chain The Dime is a top 5% most shared global podcast The Dime is a top 50 Cannabis Podcast Sign up for our playbook here:🎥 YouTube: The Dime📸 Instagram: The Dime🐣 Twitter: Bryan Fields, Kellan Finney🎙 The Dime Podcast: Show Less Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 12, 2023 • 40min
Chad Bronstein: The Mastermind behind Tyson 2.0 & Fyllo
Fyllo Founder Chad Bronstein is breaking down barriers and bridging the gap between cannabis and the outside world. Leveraging his Adtech background, he's quickly built Fyllo into a juggernaut. Chad is also the Chairman of Carma Holding, revolutionizing celebrity partnerships with Mike Tyson and Ric Flair. This week on The Dime, we discuss.Building FylloRetail connected mediaMike Tyson, Ric Flair, and who may be next?Celebrity Partnershipsand so much moreAbout Chad Bronstein:Named as one of both AdAge’s 40 Under 40 and Crain’s 40 under 40 for 2021, Bronstein built his marketing and tech empire on the simple foundation of spotting opportunities that others overlooked: Bronstein founded Fyllo in 2019 in response to the myriad compliance challenges faced by major cannabis operators– and, under his leadership, Fyllo has transformed marketing technology for highly regulated industries, allowing the most ambitious cannabis, CBD, and consumer brands to overcome the complexities of compliance at scale.About Fyllo:Fyllo is on a mission to accelerate the economies of tomorrow. Fyllo’s marketing and regulatory solutions provide the tools, data and integrations needed to drive new growth with speed and scale. Powered by a leading data ecosystem and regulatory database, Fyllo is trusted by Fortune 500 companies and emerging brands to stay competitive and compliant.About Tyson 2.0 TYSON 2.0 is a premier cannabis company formed with legendary boxer, entrepreneur and icon Mike Tyson. The company’s mission is to produce innovative, high-quality cannabis products known for purity, precision, and wide accessibility. Providing consumers an outstanding selection of products, TYSON 2.0 is an extraordinary balance of premium and affordable, full-spectrum cannabis flower, concentrates, and consumables available at retailers nationwide.https://hellofyllo.com/https://tyson20.com/https://www.instagram.com/itstyson20/https://twitter.com/itstyson20https://twitter.com/ChadBronstein#Tyson #RicFlairDrip #FylloFollow us: Our Links.At Eighth Revolution (8th Rev), we provide services from capital to cannabinoid and everything in between in the cannabinoid industry.8th Revolution Cannabinoid Playbook is an Industry-leading report covering the entire cannabis supply chain The Dime is a top 5% most shared global podcast The Dime is a top 50 Cannabis Podcast Sign up for our playbook here:🎥 YouTube: The Dime📸 Instagram: The Dime🐣 Twitter: Bryan Fields, Kellan Finney🎙 The Dime Podcast: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 6, 2023 • 35min
How Trulieve became the Most Dominant Cannabis Company in the World ft. Kim Rivers (Part 2)
Today's cannabis industry is not how it will operate in the future.Trulieve dominance in Florida is well known, but most fail to realize the critical importance of optionality and flexibility in their strategy, specifically the hub and spoke model.With new markets such as Pennsylvania, Maryland, Georgia and Connecticut set to come online and footholds in key markets Arizona and Florida, Trulieve is positioned to grow & navigate the unknowns, which is Cannabis.This week on The Dime, we interview Kim Rivers, CEO of Trulieve, to discussHow Kim is studying the rollback of alcohol of prohibition to set up Trulive for future scenariosWhat is Cannabis 2.0The Integration of the largest M&A in CannabisFlorida Adult Use, Social Equity, and Home grow update.And so much more About Trulieve:Trulieve is an industry-leading, vertically integrated cannabis company and multi-state operator in the U.S., with established hubs in the Northeast, Southeast, and Southwest, anchored by leading market positions in Arizona, Florida, and Pennsylvania. Trulieve is poised for accelerated growth and expansion, building scale in retail and distribution in new and existing markets through its hub strategy. By providing innovative, high-quality products across its brand portfolio, Trulieve delivers optimal customer experiences and increases access to cannabis, helping patients and customers to live without limits. Trulieve is listed on the CSE under the symbol TRUL and trades on the OTCQX market under the symbol TCNNF. Trulieve Links:https://www.instagram.com/trulieve_/https://www.linkedin.com/company/trulieve/https://www.trulieve.com/https://twitter.com/trulievehttps://twitter.com/rivers_kim#TCNFF #Trulieve # PotstocksFollow us: Our Links.At Eighth Revolution (8th Rev), we provide services from capital to cannabinoid and everything in between in the cannabinoid industry.8th Revolution Cannabinoid Playbook is an Industry-leading report covering the entire cannabis supply chain The Dime is a top 5% most shared global podcast The Dime is a top 50 Cannabis Podcast Sign up for our playbook here:🎥 YouTube: The Dime📸 Instagram: The Dime🐣 Twitter: Bryan Fields, Kellan Finney🎙 The Dime Podcast: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


