The use of psychedelics by high-performing individuals and entrepreneurs is on the rise as they openly discuss the benefits these substances offer.As research continues and we dive deeper into these advantages, questions arise: Where are the opportunities, and what should interested individuals know? How do they get started, and how do they find the proper protocol for their needs?This week, we sit down with Paul F. Austin to explore:The use of psychedelics among CEOsSteps to prepare for a psychedelic retreatThe benefits of psychedelics across different age groups and considerations for useAnd much moreGuest Links:https://www.paulaustin.co/https://twitter.com/paulaustin3whttps://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-f-austin/https://www.instagram.com/paulaustin3w/https://twitter.com/thirdwaveishereAbout Paul F Austin:Paul F. Austin, a prominent figure in psychedelics, has guided millions to safe and meaningful psychedelic experiences through his work as the founder of Third Wave. Featured in Bloomberg, Rolling Stone, Inc., and the BBC's Worklife, to name a few, he’s curious about the convergence of psychedelics, personal transformation, and professional success and how they weave together to help form a meaningful existence.Paul empowers leaders, creatives, and pioneers to leverage psychedelics for profound personal and professional growth. He views utilizing psychedelics as a refined skill cultivated through mentorship, exploration, and purposeful use—critical for humanity's ongoing evolution.As the longest-standing and youngest entrepreneur in this emergent sector, Paul's focus on integrating psychedelics with professional development is evident in the Psychedelic Coaching Institute. PCI is training the next generation of impactful coaches to work with psychedelics in a transformative capacity. The core training program caters to individuals who wish to weave psychedelics into their business practices, under the guidance of one of the industry’s most trusted leaders.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 DimeTwitter :https://twitter.com/TheDime_8thhttps://twitter.com/bryanfields24https://twitter.com/kellan_Finney

The 2018 Farm Bill has undeniably reshaped the cannabis industry, blurring lines and unlocking opportunities between hemp and cannabis. This episode delves into the nuanced differences and similarities between these two facets of the cannabis world. Chris Fontes shares his insights to dissect the complex web of legislation, the evolving roles of MSOs and Big Pharma, and the boundless opportunities emerging from regulatory challenges. Discover how today's cannabis entrepreneurs are utilizing the interpretation of opportunities to transform obstacles into avenues for innovation and sector growth.This week, we sit down with Chris Fontes to discuss the following:Hemp vs. Cannabis: Exploring Opportunities, Differences, and Challenges.Impact of the 2018 Farm Bill: What's next for legislation and how it shapes the industry.MSOs, Big Pharma's influence, and more.About Chris Fontes:Chris Fontes, the Founder and CEO of High Spirits  Beverages, is a dynamic individual with a rich history of  innovation and leadership in the cannabis industry and  beyond. His entrepreneurial journey spans several  successful ventures, including Trojan Horse Cannabis,  Project Hemp Flower, and Hemp Exchange, all of which  played pivotal roles in shaping the US hemp industry.  Chris's visionary leadership led to the development of the  industry's first hemp-derived D9 THC products and the  launch of Trojan Horse Cannabis and High Spirits  Beverages.   Guest Links:https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisfontes/https://highspiritsbeverages.com/https://trojanhorsecannabis.com/Facebook: HighSpiritsBeverageLinkedIn: High Spirits BevX (Twitter): @HighSpiritsBevsFollow 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  

Capital in the cannabis industry is not just scarce; it's a puzzle. Have you come across terms like sale-leaseback and triple net lease in press releases and earnings reports yet find yourself questioning their actual mechanics? What's more, the implications for companies opting for these leasebacks might be more surprising than you think. And from the perspective of a REIT company, how do they pinpoint opportunities, especially when evaluating location and market potential? These insights are valuable for understanding the framework for decision-making, both short and long-term.This week, we sit down with Anthony Coniglio to discuss the following:What are a sale-leaseback and a triple net lease?Portfolio diversification, tenant quality, and location choice.Strategies for injecting capital into cannabis companies. Guest Links:https://www.linkedin.com/in/coniglioanthony/https://www.newlake.com/https://twitter.com/NewLakeCapitalhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/newlake/https://twitter.com/NewLakeCapitalhttps://twitter.com/AnthonyConigli0 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 DimeTwitter :https://twitter.com/TheDime_8thhttps://twitter.com/bryanfields24https://twitter.com/kellan_Finney

Major industry behemoths like P&G or British Tobacco are setting their sights on the cannabis industry, poised to disrupt and seamlessly integrate.In this rapidly evolving landscape, are you engaging in crucial internal and external conversations in anticipation of the next wave?This week, we sit down with Seth Yakatan to discuss the following:Founders and Companies set up for major exits.Secrets to a Profitable, Cash-Flowing OperationBuild to Sell vs Build to CompeteHow CPG giants are eyeing cannabis for potential mergers. Guest LinksKatan Associates International | Corporate Strategy & Merchant Banking | United Stateshttps://www.linkedin.com/company/katan-associates-international/https://www.linkedin.com/in/seth-yakatan/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

Amidst the breaking down the walls of prohibition, it's clear that change is underway. The speed at which the cannabis industry is evolving is hard to truly grasp unless you step back and appreciate how much has altered in the last 10 years compared to the previous 100.While issues and unknowns persist, incremental progress with accelerated catalysts is gaining momentum, making one thing extremely clear:The genie is unlikely to go back into the bottle.This week, we sit down to reflect on the past with an understanding of what lies ahead.  Todd Harrison joins us to discuss the following:Economic OpportunityCatalysts S3, Safer, Election, StatesUnder Recognized Cannabinoids Medical BenefitsAnd so much more Guest Linkshttps://toddharrison.substack.com/https://www.cb1cap.com/https://twitter.com/CB1Caphttps://twitter.com/todd\_harrisonAbout CB1 CapitalWe believe the cannabis plant has untapped efficacious agility and will disrupt Western medicine; and we believe medical breakthroughs will soon shatter conventional wisdom.Integrity matters; CB1 Capital was built with the foundational constructs of honesty, trust and respect and our partners, employees and advisors are held to the highest standard of conduct and operational diligence.This platform was set up to educate and inform; we believe this is the next generation of impact investing and our mission is to effect positive change through cannabinoid wellness.About Todd Harrison:Todd Harrison is the Founding Partner / Chief Investment Officer of CB1 Capital Management. Todd has spent over three decades on Wall Street managing risk and researching financial market strategies. His institutional experience includes Morgan Stanley Equity Derivatives (VP), The Galleon Group (MD), and Cramer, Berkowitz LLC (President / Head of Trading)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

"Great companies were never built by conservative leaders.Great companies were built by risk-takers."Deeply ingrained in Curaleaf's DNA is the ability to navigate the unknown ahead of opportunities.Timing these events is nearly impossible, but having the foresight and strategic resources in place when the opportunity strikes can change the game.For visionaries like Boris Jordan, being early in markets like Germany can be challenging for everyone to see until recent developments materialize.The US and European cannabis markets operate very differently, and Curaleaf is in a prime position to secure an untapped market share twice the size of the US.This week, we sit down with Boris Jordan to discuss the following:Unique Market Differences: Europe vs USEducating Institutional Investors: What does that conversation look like inside the room?Breakdown of the German Market, Hint toward AsiaAnd so much more About Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (TSX: CURA) (OTCQX: CURLF) ("Curaleaf") is a leading international provider of consumer products in cannabis with a mission to enhance lives by cultivating, sharing and celebrating the power of the plant. As a high-growth cannabis company known for quality, expertise and reliability, the Company and its brands, including Curaleaf, Select, and Grassroots provide industry-leading service, product selection and accessibility across the medical and adult use markets. In the United States, our brands are sold in 17 states with operations encompassing 147 dispensaries and employing more than 5,200 team members. Curaleaf International is the largest vertically integrated cannabis company in Europe with a unique supply and distribution network throughout the European market, bringing together pioneering science and research with cutting-edge cultivation, extraction and production. Curaleaf is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol CURA and trades on the OTCQX market under the symbol CURLF. 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 

Investing in cannabis stocks is not for the faint of heart. It's common to see these stocks pop only to retrace their gains quickly.Understanding the implications and the strategies that institutional investors will use as they enter the sector, currently dominated by retail, could be a generational difference-maker for so many.This week, we speak with Pablo Zuanic to discuss the following:Cannabis Long-Term Investments:Navigating Market Nuances 280E Removal, Germany implications So much more About Pablo  Zuanic Pablo Zuanic is a well-known and highly rated consumer sector equity analyst, most recently following the cannabis and psychedelics sector. Over the past four years he launched coverage of over 35 companies (MSOs, LPs, CBD, MJ ancillary, mental health clinics), kept close track of sectoral trends, and followed the reform process in the US and elsewhere.  Pablo is the Managing Partner at Zuanic & Associates, a firm that recently launched a curated, comprehensive, thoughtful, data-driven research service on the cannabis and psychedelics sectors aimed to institutional investors and corporations. Pablo and the firm are also available for short term consulting and research advisory projects.Guest Links https://www.linkedin.com/in/pablo-zuanic-21b5a610https://zuanicgroup.com/https://twitter.com/420odysseusFollow 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

Companies obsessed with solving specific pain points always win.The cannabis industry, with its unique challenges, demands tailor-made software solutions.Software that guides critical decisions forms the company's foundational backbone. An unwavering dedication to profoundly understanding customer challenges and the agility to create nimble, value-focused software solutions is indispensable and poised to disrupt any incumbent.This week, we sit down with Rick Bashkoff to discuss:Lit Alerts, CannaVersions & the Origin from Pain to SolutionThe Critical Role of Accurate Data for SuccessBuilding Software Solutions for the Cannabis SectorThe Readiness of the Cannabis Industry for AI https://www.litalerts.com/https://cannaversions.com/https://www.receptivecap.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/rickbashkoff/Lit Alerts:Founded in 2021 by a dispensary owner and an online marketing executive, we are a lean team built especially for cannabis retailers, agencies and consultants. Our superpower is our ability to remain lean and focused on our customer without the distractions most software companies incur. We're buiulding a software company in a new age of automation, In our observation, many cannabis operators are not (yet) self service software candidates. They need tools that are plug and play and require very little setup and maintenance (if any). CannaVersions: Automated & Easy-To-Use Email Marketing for Dispensaries 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

Creating trust is foundational in authentic brand development.The transition from content creator visibility to tangible product offerings has become a pivotal strategy among leading global brands. The success stories of Mr. Beast's Feastables and Logan Paul & KSI's Prime underscore the significance of integrating your brand's identity into every aspect of your product. This approach ensures meticulous packaging and thoughtful design, essential for cultivating a captivating customer experience. House of Puff has recently unveiled its first adult-use product, marking a pivotal moment in their journey.This week, we connect with the masterminds behind House of Puff, Kristina Adduci & Holly Hager, to explore:The Evolution from Content Creator to Product LaunchLow Potency Products The Why behind their new launch And much moreAbout House of Puff:House of Puff is a women-owned and Latina-led company that’s based in the heart of New York City. We’re driven by the mission to transform the conversation about everything from consumption rituals to criminal justice reform. Join us in redefining your own life well-lived.Guest Links https://houseofpuff.com/https://twitter.com/kristinal0pezhttps://www.instagram.com/thehouseofpuff/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAf_5fsvF5N_5oadAWo1LMwFollow 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

Operating since 2011 comes with an enormous amount of experience and scars.Navigating the turbulence and keeping an eye on what's essential while scaling your organization is no small feat.Identifying new hidden revenue opportunities is the first challenge, but capitalizing on those opportunities, given the plethora of cannabis challenges, is an entirely different beast.This week, we sit down with Gabe Mendoza, EVP of Revenue for 4Front Ventures, to discuss the following:Introducing "The Hunt"Leveraging Highly Competitive Markets for Product TestingTurning Experience into Revenue OpportunityAbout 4Front ventures Established in 2011, we’re a leading force in North America’s cannabis industry. With over 600 skilled professionals across key states, we’re constantly refining our craft and advancing the industry. Our track record showcases our ability to thrive at scale in competitive settings. Today, our proven strategies fuel our growth in production, distribution, and sales throughout our target regions.Guest Links https://4frontventures.com/leadership/https://www.linkedin.com/company/4front-ventures/https://twitter.com/4FrontVentureshttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUhFE3NWuqFo9z-rme1oTGQhttps://www.instagram.com/_4frontventures_/#CannabisIndustry #CannabisCommunity #FFNTFFollow 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