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May 19, 2022 • 46min

The Chairman of Cannabis ft. Jason Wild

This week we are joined by Jason Wild Chairman of TerrAscend to discuss :New Jersey CannabisTerrascend's east coast  strategy Interstate commerce and so much more About TerrAscend:TerrAscend is a global cannabinoid company that delivers new and innovative products, formulations, and brands focused on the needs of patients and consumers. In New Jersey, we are working to maximize positive impact through our cannabis cultivation facility and medical cannabis dispensaries. Our focus is to improve access to quality medical cannabis and education for patients in a welcoming, non-judgmental environment.About Jason Wild:Jason Wild is the President and Chief Investment Officer of JW Asset Management, LLC, and the advisor for five investment partnerships with over $2 billion in assets under management. Mr. Wild received his license as a pharmacist in 1997, and subsequently founded JW Asset Management, LLC in 1998. The firm has a strong history of finding opportunities within the healthcare sector. He is a graduate of the Arnold and Marie Schwartz College of Pharmacy. Mr. Wild is the Chairman of the Board of TerrAscend Corp. and Arbor Pharmaceuticals. He is a board member of Vensun Pharmaceuticals and Vitruvias Therapeutics. Funds managed by JW Asset Management, LLC are the largest shareholders in TerrAscend Corp. Mr. Wild is also a board member of NETA NJ LLC where he will be actively involved in planning and directing the organization’s strategic and long-range goals.https://twitter.com/JasonGWildhttps://twitter.com/terrascendcorp 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 50 Cannabis Podcast  Contact us directly at info@8threv.com Bryan Fields: @bryanfields24 Kellan Finney: @Kellan_Finney 
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May 12, 2022 • 54min

Bringing Israeli Cannabis Science to the US Wellness Market

This week we are joined by Natalie Katz and Wayne Nasby of Ocean Groves Ventures to discussIsrael researched backed medical trials Big Pharma's view of CannabisChallenge of Education/ Marketing MisinformationAnd so much moreOcean Grown Ventures mission is to shape the cannabis industry with revolutionary Research & Development through international scientific partnerships and pharmaceutical grade products for the benefit of humankind.https://oceangrownventures.com/This show is presented to by 8th Revolution:https://www.eighthrevolution.com/At Eighth Revolution (8th Rev) we provide services from capital to cannabinoid and everything in between in regard to the hemp & cannabis industry. Our forward-thinking team can diagnose, analyze & optimize every detailed nuance of your company to keep your business safe, smart, and profitable. Our flexibility and experience combined with ongoing research create unique insights into how to best grow your market share. Contact us directly at info@8threv.com Bryan Fields: @bryanfields24Kellan Finney: @Kellan_Finney  
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May 5, 2022 • 46min

East Coast Infused Cannabis Beverage Leader, from Origin to Exit ft. Matt Melander Levia

This week we are joined by Matt Melander President of Levia to discussLevia Story from Origin to exit to Ayr WellnessHow they navigated challenges in a new product category Alcohol vs Infused BeveragesAnd so much morehttps://levia.buzz/https://www.instagram.com/leviabrands/https://twitter.com/leviabrandshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-melander-320b6250/Levia uses a proprietary technology which provides for rapid onset of the effects of THC, typically 15-20 minutes with lasting effects up to 3 hours, allowing for a more consistent consumption experience compared to many edible products.Ayr Wellness Inc. (CSE: AYR.A, OTCQX: AYRWF) (“Ayr” or the “Company”), a leading vertically integrated U.S. multi-state cannabis operator (“MSO”), today announced that it has closed the acquisition of Cultivauna, LLC, the owner of Levia branded cannabis infused seltzers and water-soluble tinctures.“Bringing Levia into the Ayr family represents a key addition to our portfolio of high-quality, branded offerings,” said Jonathan Sandelman, Founder, Chairman and CEO of Ayr. “We look forward to expanding the presence of Levia’s seltzers and water-soluble tinctures across our multi-state footprint, while bringing new, innovative form factors to life, like beverage enhancers. With a fast-acting formula and great taste, we believe Levia will be a crucial component in expanding our reach to new and existing consumers who seek a predictable and familiar cannabis experience.”This show is presented to by 8th Revolution:https://www.eighthrevolution.com/At Eighth Revolution (8th Rev) we provide services from capital to cannabinoid and everything in between in regard to the hemp & cannabis industry. Our forward-thinking team can diagnose, analyze & optimize every detailed nuance of your company to keep your business safe, smart, and profitable. Our flexibility and experience combined with ongoing research create unique insights into how to best grow your market share. Contact us directly at info@8threv.com
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Apr 28, 2022 • 51min

Harnessing the Green Wave® ft. Emily Paxhia

This week we are joined by Emily Paxhia Co-founder of Poseidon Asset Management to discussPoseidon value add approach Undervalued assets in Cannabis A surprising state she has her eye onAnd so much more https://twitter.com/empax1https://www.poseidonassetmanagement.com/About Poseidon Poseidon was founded by siblings Emily & Morgan Paxhia in 2013, making their first fund one of the longest running dedicated cannabis investment funds. The Poseidon team has focused on a diversified strategy covering a range of company stages and industry subsectors across the capital spectrum. Now in the eighth year of conducting due diligence, deploying capital, and serving on multiple company Board of Directors, the team is considered a leader in the cannabis industry. This recognition, in conjunction with Poseidon being a first mover in the cannabis investment space, has led to a level of trust with industry insiders. Poseidon has forged a positive reputation in the cannabis industry by helping companies when others would not, resulting in proprietary deal flow. This show is presented to by 8th Revolution:At Eighth Revolution (8th Rev) we provide services from capital to cannabinoid and everything in between in regard to the hemp & cannabis industry. Our forward-thinking team can diagnose, analyze & optimize every detailed nuance of your company to keep your business safe, smart, and profitable. Our flexibility and experience combined with ongoing research create unique insights into how to best grow your market share. Contact us directly at info@8threv.com Bryan Fields: @bryanfields24Kellan Finney: @Kellan_Finney 
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Apr 21, 2022 • 54min

Collaborating with your Cannabis testing labs Ft. Josh Smith

This week we are joined by Josh Smith, President of Telic Labs. We break down the importance of working closely with your Cannabis Lab and how they are often overlooked as a valuable partner. We discuss:Challenges Testing Labs face & Reverse Engineering the results.The Importance of in-house testing for Cannabis Operators Why Potency shouldn’t be King anymore'About Josh Smith President of Telic Labs:Focused on molecular biology and designing specialized technical laboratories, Josh has 15+ years of experience in pharmaceutical R&D and highly regulated clinical fields. Having been awarded several specialized patents and leading teams to innovate DNA diagnostics, Josh’s center of activity revolves around accurate testing methods and technologies. As a member of ASTM and AOAC, he lends his knowledge towards policy, procedure, regulation, and industry standardshttps://www.teliclabs.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshsmithms This show is presented to by 8th Revolution:At Eighth Revolution (8th Rev) we provide services from capital to cannabinoid and everything in between in regard to the hemp & cannabis industry. Our forward-thinking team can diagnose, analyze & optimize every detailed nuance of your company to keep your business safe, smart, and profitable. Our flexibility and experience combined with ongoing research create unique insights into how to best grow your market share. Contact us directly at info@8threv.com Bryan Fields: @bryanfields24Kellan Finney: @Kellan_Finney  
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Apr 14, 2022 • 51min

Influencing Culture w/ Industry Leading brands ft. Troy Datcher

This week we are joined by the CEO of the Parent Company Troy Datcher, Troy joins us to discuss his first few days, Parents Companies purpose and Portfolio of BrandsJayz and Roc Nation Making the leap from Clorox to CannabisTroy Datcher represents the first time a Black CEO has lead a major public U.S. cannabis organization. Previously in his career he served as Senior Vice President and Chief Customer Officer at The Clorox Company where Troy was responsible for the Company’s worldwide sales organization. During his tenure, Datcher deployed global sales plans for over $6.7 billion in annual revenue across The Clorox Company's vast portfolio of brands…no big deal. Mr. Datcher’s business acumen has lead his career down many other interesting paths, including NASCAR and The Procter & Gamble Companyhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/troy-datcher-9a84664/https://ir.theparent.co/governance/executive-management/default.aspxThis show is presented to by 8th Revolution:At Eighth Revolution (8th Rev) we provide services from capital to cannabinoid and everything in between in regard to the hemp & cannabis industry. Our forward-thinking team can diagnose, analyze & optimize every detailed nuance of your company to keep your business safe, smart, and profitable. Our flexibility and experience combined with ongoing research create unique insights into how to best grow your market share. Contact us directly at info@8threv.com Bryan Fields: @bryanfields24Kellan Finney: @Kellan_Finney 
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Apr 7, 2022 • 48min

The West Coast MSO – ft. Oren Schauble

This week we were joined by Oren Schauble President of Unrivaled Brands to break down their unique strategic approach to the Cannabis IndustryWe discuss California Competitive Cannabis Market Process of acquiring and merging another company into your organization.How Unrivaled Brands utilizes R&D to test new products categories  About Unrivaled Brands :Unrivaled (Unrivaled Brands Inc) is the West Coast’s leading vertically-integrated cannabis multi-state operator and the parent company of multiple dominant, cannabis brands spanning consumer products, cultivation, distribution, and retail.The Unrivaled brand portfolio leads in our respective categories and markets by a focus on customer experience, product innovation, and organic brand building.Unrivaled currently operates in California, Oregon and Nevada, and our brands are licensed in Arizona and Oklahoma.Get in touch with Oren and Unrivaled Brandshttps://twitter.com/unrivaledcorp/@orenmeetsworldThis show is presented to by 8th Revolution: At Eighth Revolution (8th Rev) we provide services from capital to cannabinoid and everything in between in regard to the hemp & cannabis industry. Our forward-thinking team can diagnose, analyze & optimize every detailed nuance of your company to keep your business safe, smart, and profitable. Our flexibility and experience combined with ongoing research create unique insights into how to best grow your market share. Contact us directly at info@8threv.com Follow Bryan on Twitter @ BryanFields24, Kellan Finney: @Kellan_Finney 8th Revolution, Follow The Dime on Twitter, Follow The Dime on Instagram 
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Mar 31, 2022 • 50min

The Cannabis App ft. Otha Smith

This week we were joined by Otha Smith Founder of Tetegram to break down the Cannabis App that is helping consumers make better purchasing decisions. We discussHelping consumers select the right Cannabis ProductHow documenting product-specific characteristics will change our buying behavior Data, trends, terpenes and so much more  Tetragram is a mobile platform positioned to be the “Yelp of Cannabis” by empowering cannabis and CBD consumers with the ability to Track, Rate and Share their personal experiences with cannabis with others. In addition, we partner with dispensaries, cultivators, and brands to help them tell their product's story and connect directly with consumers.https://tetragramapp.com , Facebook, Instagram, Twitter This show is presented to by 8th Revolution: At Eighth Revolution (8th Rev) we provide services from capital to cannabinoid and everything in between in regard to the hemp & cannabis industry. Our forward-thinking team can diagnose, analyze & optimize every detailed nuance of your company to keep your business safe, smart, and profitable. Our flexibility and experience combined with ongoing research create unique insights into how to best grow your market share. Contact us directly at info@8threv.com Follow Bryan on Twitter Kellan Finney: @Kellan_Finney 8th Revolution , Follow The Dime on Twitter, Follow The Dime on Instagram 
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Mar 24, 2022 • 60min

Global Cannabis Politics ft. Nathan Mison

This week we are breaking down behind the scenes look at when Canada legalized Cannabis and the forward look to global trade negotiations. We discuss:How Canadians legalization violated international treatiesWhy Consumption Lounges could be a massive opportunity How future global regulations might not include the United States  About Nathan Mison:Nathan Mison is a Founding Partner of Diplomat Consulting. As the former Vice President of Government and Stakeholder Relations at Fire & Flower, he was one of the first employees for the company, helping guide it through legalization and into its place as Canada’s largest independent cannabis retail company. Nathan is the co-chair of the National Cannabis Working Group for the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, a board member of the Alberta Cannabis Council. founding member of NorthCanvas, an ancillary cannabis incubator, a member of the Alberta Cannabis Stakeholder Group and a founding member of the Alberta Cannabis Retailers Association. He has a BA in Political Science and Philosophy from the University of Alberta and has volunteered his time as the Past President of the Valley Zoo Development Society and is the co-founder of Politics on Tap. This show is presented to by 8th Revolution:At Eighth Revolution (8th Rev) we provide services from capital to cannabinoid and everything in between in regard to the hemp & cannabis industry. Our forward-thinking team can diagnose, analyze & optimize every detailed nuance of your company to keep your business safe, smart, and profitable. Our flexibility and experience combined with ongoing research create unique insights into how to best grow your market share. Contact us directly at info@8threv.com Bryan Fields: @bryanfields24Kellan Finney: @Kellan_Finney 
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Mar 17, 2022 • 46min

Franchises in the Cannabinoid Industry ft. Franny Tacy

This week we are breaking down franchising opportunities in the cannabinoid industry with an educational focus.  We discuss:- Transitioning from Pharma to Cannabinoid industry  - Franchising opportunity in the cannabinoid industry  - Industrial vs horticulture Hemp   Franny’s Farmacy provides safe access to high-quality hemp straight from Franny’s Farm and its growers located in the Asheville NC area to customers in all 50 states. Because of Franny’s Farmacy’s transparent, vertically integrated seed-to-sale product line, the company has grown to be one of the most distinguished hemp and CBD brands in the U.S. with dispensaries along the east coast. https://frannysfarmacy.comhttps://www.instagram.com/frannysfarmacy/https://www.instagram.com/frannytacy/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwBk6cAzY7MujVgXRS1KgRAhttps://www.facebook.com/frannysfarmacy/https://www.linkedin.com/in/franny-tacy-4903518a/ This show is presented to by 8th Revolution:At Eighth Revolution (8th Rev) we provide services from capital to cannabinoid and everything in between in regard to the hemp & cannabis industry. Our forward-thinking team can diagnose, analyze & optimize every detailed nuance of your company to keep your business safe, smart, and profitable. Our flexibility and experience combined with ongoing research create unique insights into how to best grow your market share. Contact us directly at info@8threv.comBryan Fields: @bryanfields24Kellan Finney: @Kellan_Finney 

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