

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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Sep 1, 2022 • 44min
Guaranteeing Payments in Cannabis ft. Daniel Muller
This week we are joined by Daniel Muller, Founder & CEO of AeroPay to discuss:Payment Processing in CannabisSafe BankingDisrupting Visa, Mastercard & AmexAbout Dan Muller As CEO, Daniel Muller founded Aeropay in 2017 to create a better, faster and more affordable way to help people move money. Formerly Head of Product and Software Engineering at GPShopper and an Investor with New Colossus Ventures, Dan now leads one of the most advanced payment platforms in FinTech.Prior to founding Aeropay, Dan acquired over a decade of digital retail, eCommerce, and product experience at Fortune 500 companies. His past clients include Best Buy, Foot Locker, Adidas, Express, Alliance Data and Synchrony. Dan’s expertise has been integral to building Aeropay’s open architecture solutions and offering consumers best-in-class functionality in each layer of the tech stack, including integrated e-commerce, POS, and digital payments solutions. A Native New Yorker and First Generation Latin American of Uruguayan and Argentine descent, Dan is a member of the Latinx Incubator Program and has been named a Rising Star in Chicago Tech by Crains and to MJ Venture’s 40 Under 40 List. He studied Political Science and Economics at Franklin & Marshall College and is an avid chess player. Learn more about Dan and Aeropay at www.aeropay.com. #Cannabis #Cannabistechnology #Cannabiscommunity 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

Aug 25, 2022 • 60min
The First Cannabis Consumption Hotel ft. Chris Chiari
This week we are joined by Chris Chiari, Co-Founder of 420 Hotels to discussCannabis Consumption HotelAlcohol vs Cannabis RegulationsPublic Enemy #1Haunted Experience & Cannabis hospitalityThe 420 Hotels will be amongst the nation’s first hotel chains where guests will be able to consume cannabis onsite in legally licensed lounges. The idea is to convert intimate boutique hotels into high-end, members-only cannabis consumption clubs merged with luxury overnight accommodations. Chris Chiari is a driven entrepreneur and award-winning film producer with a wealth of experience in corporate strategy and regional politics. Skilled in marketing and messaging, he has engaged exclusively with the cannabis industry since 2011 and is a tireless advocate for cannabis policy reform and fostering industry growth. Chris owns and operates Denver’s historic Patterson Inn, the keystone of The 420 Hotels portfolio. As CEO, he uses his expertise in hospitality, operations and community outreach to address the stigmas and ignorance that still exist around cannabis use while creating a unique and upscale environment for cannabis consumption. With a deep appreciation for the power of collaboration, Chris has built a wide-ranging network throughout his career spanning corporate boardrooms and the entertainment industry. Public Enemy Number One, a film by Chris Chiari, is a feature documentary about the War on Drugs, and counts entertainer Ice-T as one of its executive producers. The film won awards for Best Producer and Best Storyteller at its world premiere at DOC LA 2019 and Best Documentary at the 2020 Seattle Film Festival. It is currently available for rent on Amazon Prime and streaming on Pluto TV and Tubi. Chris is a former Deputy Director of Colorado NORML, serving for over eight years.. When not working on The 420 Hotels portfolio, Chris likes to stay involved with grassroots advocacy and advancing social reform; he was one of the five members of the petitioners committee of Denver’s successful 2019 psilocybin ballot initiative. In his free time Chris can be found on the rail at a Twiddle show. #Cannabis #CannabisCommunity #CannabisHotelInvest in the 420 Hotels on Republic Websites: The Patterson Inn | The 420 Hotels | Republic CrowdfundingFacebook: @ThePattersonInn | @The420HotelsInstagram: @12spiritstavern | @thepattersoninn | @the420hotelsTwitter: @PattersonInnAt 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

Aug 18, 2022 • 52min
David vs Goliath - Challenging the Status Quo ft. Chris Becker
This week we are joined by Chris Becker, Co-Founder of Honey Bee Collective to discuss:Employee-owned CompanyCompostable PackagingIndoor vs Outdoor Cannabis FlowerHoney Bee Collective: The Honeybee Collective was built by the community. Feedback collected from over 1,200 cannabis consumers and enthusiasts has shaped our company and what we stand for. We’re employee-owned and always will be, we’ll look to our community to guide our business, and we’ll prioritize sustainable decisions as we grow.#Cannabis #CannabisCommunity #EmployeeownedCompanyAt 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

Aug 11, 2022 • 51min
The Last Cannabis Mile ft. Cory Azzalino of Eaze
This week we are joined by Cory Azzalino, COO of Eaze to discuss: Why Eaze Pivoted to Plant touch operations Trends across markets Cannabis Delivery Pros & ConsEaze is an American company based in San Francisco, California that launched a medical cannabis delivery app of the same name in 2014. Eaze is a cannabis marketplace and company that provides safe, legal access via on-demand delivery to adults across California and Michigan.As California’s largest legal cannabis marketplace, we bring enjoyment and convenience to our customers, break down barriers to access, and cultivate community in everything we do. With nearly 8 million cannabis deliveries to-date, we are committed to creating a more diverse and sustainable industry through our Momentum business accelerator, Social Equity Partners and Eaze Compassion Programs.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

Aug 4, 2022 • 44min
Crossroads of Cannabis Culture & Hip Hop ft. M1 & John Monopoly
This week we are joined by John Monopoly & M1 to discuss : How Cannabis has influenced the music industryWhere the Hottest Strains StartInfluencer PartnershipsBridging legacy to legal Cannabis MarketsAbout Urban Aroma:Urban Aroma helps you find the best cannabis brands, delivery services, dispensaries and deals. It is a voice for cannabis consumers, offering essential information, education and brand awareness. Steeped in the essence of underground culture, Urban Aroma is also a platform for cannabis, art, activism and social equity with editorial and charitable commitments. https://urbanaroma.com/About John Monopoly:Monopoly, music industry and marketing veteran, who is credited with discovering and managing long-time client Kanye West, has also worked with artists including Busta Rhymes and Missy Elliott, and brands including Pheed, Zumani, and Guff during his 25+ years career that has seen him develop music acts, brands, and cannabis companies alike. His experience launching brands at the intersection of entertainment and technology sets him up for his new role that will see him spearhead the day-to-day operations of Urban Aroma–the N.Y-based cannabis movement working to create a cannabis industry that supports communities with been targeted and convicted for their use of cannabis. About M1 :Mutulu Olugbala, better known by his stage name M-1, is an American rapper, songwriter, and activist from Brooklyn, New York. He is best known for his work as one half of the political hip hop duo dead prez with stic.man#Cannabis #CannabisCulture #HipHopAt 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

Jul 28, 2022 • 28min
Cannabis a Political Pawn ft. Matt Hawkins
This week we are joined by Matt Hawkins founder of Entourage Effect Captial to discuss : Capital Challenges & OpportunitiesInvesting in the Cannabis IndustryCannabis Political UpdateAbout Matt Hawkins:He has 20+ years of private equity experience and has founded multiple $500+MM alternative firms. Matt also serves on the board of numerous cannabis companies.He is known as one of the pre-eminent thought leaders in the cannabis space and has been making major investments in cannabis since 2014 (which is a long time in weed). He's a regular on CNBC, Fox Biz, Bloomberg, Cheddar and he is a contributor for Kiplinger and Seeking Alpha.Big thank you to Colin Landforce for sharing our Cannabinoid Playbook. Sign up for Free Smoke 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

Jul 21, 2022 • 56min
Exploring the Future of Cannabis Cultivation ft. Nate Lipton
This week we are joined by Nate Lipton to discuss : We debate Indica vs SativaCanna Cribs Viral Sucess Jungle Boys, and the next growers to know and so much more Growers House is Your #1 Online Hydroponics Store.Canna Cribs is The MTV Cribs of Cannabis. https://www.youtube.com/c/GrowersNetworkhttps://growershouse.com/https://www.instagram.com/cannacribs/?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 50 Cannabis Podcast Contact us directly at info@8threv.com Bryan Fields: @bryanfields24 Kellan Finney: @Kellan_Finney

Jul 14, 2022 • 56min
The Great Disrupter ft. Leslie Bocskor
This week we are joined by Leslie Bocskor to discuss : Paper, Plastic & Fiber will be disruptedMaking sense of Cannabis policyWhy the Cannabis industry has not self-regulatedAbout Leslie BocskorBocskor’s insights, expertise, and global stature make him the man who policy makers, investors, and entrepreneurs seek out for future planning and immediate fixing. He is the undisputed choice as the voice on cannabis issues and business, from state-of-the-art technology and best practices to policy, industry financing and expansion. Committed to a culture of compassion at Electrum Partners and throughout the industry, he takes pride in ushering in changes that rewrite history, whether it’s the empathic opening of patient access, or the invention of a national innovation funding reset button.His far-reaching banking and entrepreneurial experience and inimitable style are bolstered with his knowledge of any cannabis vertical — from domestic and international policy to finding your niche investing opportunity, from supercritical extraction to ERP solutions, from seed-to-sale to the entourage effect of strategic business integration. Bocskor has become one of the most influential people in the cannabis space, guiding policy and reform.https://www.linkedin.com/in/lesliebocskor/https://twitter.com/lesliebocskor#Cannabis #hemp #INQDAt 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

Jul 7, 2022 • 35min
Digital Personalized Cannabis Experience ft. Socrates Rosenfeld
This week we are joined by Socrates Rosenfeld CEO and Founder of Jane Technologies, Inc. to discuss: How Jane is optimizing Dispensary Experience Personalizing Cannabis as Spotify does for music How 1$ invested in Jane returns 7$ for the brand Jane Technologies, Inc.’s digital ordering and delivery programs connect cannabis brands to the on-demand world. Our platform allows customers to place orders directly into the dispensary through all order origination points – from a dispensary’s own website, a brand’s own website, third-party marketplaces, and iheartjane.com. Jane also provides dispensaries and brands with analytics and advertising services. We believe in the cannabis industry’s ability to bring well-being, health, and love into this world, and it is our mission to bring confidence to the cannabis shopping experience.https://www.iheartjane.com/https://www.facebook.com/iheartjanecom/https://www.instagram.com/_iheartjane/?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 50 Cannabis Podcast Contact us directly at info@8threv.com Bryan Fields: @bryanfields24 Kellan Finney: @Kellan_Finney

Jun 30, 2022 • 34min
The Art of Glass Blowing ft. Chris Piazza
This week we are joined by Chris Piazza Co-Founder of Cannadevices to discuss : How to identify quality glassHow they are helping artistsDispelling the myth of the double blown glassand so much more About Canna Devices CannaDevices was founded by Robert Bank and Chris Piazza to service the fast growing cannabis industry in the United States. Both local glassblowers of the Chicago suburbs they have had a working partnership for over two decades supporting the local industry of glass blowing and their communities.Experience of over thirty years in glass blowing, retail and the cannabis industry allows us to understand and meet your needs with precision. Moving into today, CannaDevices has become the premier Glass Service Provider in Illinois Dispensaries and growing throughout the country.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