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The Hemp Empowerment ProjectProcessing, Tri-Crops, and CBD with Casey Yosin from Total Health CompaniesCasey has spent many years researching hemp for CBD and has used it to help alleviate pain from past injuries. The effectiveness of the CBD Casey used for his pain was so positive that he wanted to share this with others so that they could avoid the opiate and pain killer route. Now Casey has his own CBD farm where he grows, tests and provides high quality products to his customers. In addition, Casey opened a processing facility in Michigan to fill the void of processing for farmers. The company is continuing to grow and a new processing facility...2021-06-1041 min

The Hemp Empowerment ProjectHemp batteries, homes and cars are just a couple of topics discussed with Ramon Granados, a 30 year veteran in the engineering space.Hemp batteries for homes, cars made of hemp and hemp eco-villages, yes all these are topics discussed with Ramon Granados. Ramon has over 30 years experience as an Engineer in the construction world, his passion started after attending the NOCO hemp expo. Since, he has found many in the industry he now refers to as mentors. His passion for the hemp industry is fire and he is here to help us all through the challenges we face today. His company, https://www.hempengineering.com.au/ can help you with any of your consulting needs. Ramon can be found at ramongranados...2021-05-1942 min

The Hemp Empowerment ProjectHempcrete Design and Manufacturing with Ana and Drew from CoExist BuildAna and Drew have taken their knowledge and expertise in the building space into the use of hempcrete as a healthy building alternative. CoExist Build is an architectural design organization that not only designs healthy hempcrete homes, but also manufactures hemp building products and grows hemp for research purposes. In addition, Ana and Drew have multiple hempcrete structures they have built on their property as research tools. These two are passionate about building with hemp and the overall health benefits it provides to our individual self and the environment. We discuss how traditional building materials contribute to many of...2021-05-0446 min

The Hemp Empowerment ProjectHemp and Medical Cannabis Consulting, Research, Development, Industry Awareness and Growth with Michael PattersonMichael Patterson of MGMC Pharma Group and Cannabis Pharmaceutical Research and Development shares a vast amount of knowledge about the industry, where it's headed both domestically and internationally, how this industry differs from others, how to get started, and the importance of using LinkedIn as a business growth tool. The hemp/cannabis industry is in it's infancy therefore has a massive amount of space for growth, innovation and development. Now is the time for those to get in on the ground floor. Michael discusses the different aspects of the industry, he understands licensing laws of all of the states...2021-04-2749 min

The Hemp Empowerment ProjectOrganic CBD Farm to Bottle with Dawn Gordon from FingerboardDawn has taken her prior years of farming experience into farming for CBD. She takes great pride in the quality of what she grows, how it's grown, and the end product produced. Dawn operates an organic hemp farm and lab in Maryland. She not only grows her product, but she also processes it and bottles it to be sold to the end user. Dawn shares some of the struggles she's encountered as well as the many successes. She has a passion for the health and well-being of the individual and the planet and is showing and sharing this passion...2021-04-2032 min

The Hemp Empowerment ProjectRegenerative Farming and Inclusion with David Hill from First CropDavid Hill shares with us the importance of regenerative farming practices applied to growing hemp and how these practices help the health of the planet and ourselves. David is a co-founder and head of regenerative agriculture and education at First Crop. First Crop provides certified organic CBD products and works hand in hand with member farmers to ensure the farmers have a place for their end product all while providing education on regenerative practices and assistance from seed to harvest for their member farmers. Through their farmer memberships, First Crop is able to spread their mission of...2021-04-1451 min

The Hemp Empowerment ProjectHemp Bio-Plastics: Bobby Ziner Talks Hemp Processing for Bio-Plastics with Integrated Automation TechnologyWith over 30 years in manufacturing and implementation of automated technology, Bobby Ziner has taken this expertise into hemp decortication and fiber optimization with the use of automated technology. The automated technology will track all data points, including but not limited to, output from farmers, quality of crops for production, strain specific data, geographical growing data, final output quality and uses... Bobby's system will provide the figures that are not currently available in the hemp industry. Bobby implemented automated technology in the wood industry over 30 years ago. He optimized production, tracked quality and outputs, increased profitability and...2021-04-0639 min

The Hemp Empowerment ProjectCannabis and Hemp for Medicinal uses with Dr. Leah JohnsonDr. Leah is a pharmacist that began researching cannabis and hemp as a medicine and integrating its uses with patients pharmaceutical protocols. Dr. Leah is passionate about helping her patients heal. She does a full evaluation of a patients current pharmacological protocols and integrates cannabis into their healing journey. She helps identify pharmaceuticals that may not be necessary, how each pharmaceutical interacts with different cannabis products and works one on one with a patients physician to determine the best path to recovery. In addition to being a medical cannabis consultant, Dr. Leah also reviews cannabis and hemp products on...2021-03-1447 min

The Hemp Empowerment ProjectHemp Textiles: Susan Barnhardt from Shemp Yarn Talks Hemp Wool for TextilesSusan from Shemp Yarn shares her many years of experience building strategic alliances and how building those alliances help build stronger business relationships and more successful organizations. Susan has taken her many years of experience into creating a product derived from hemp and wool in her new company Shemp. Shemp is focused on creating 100% USA made and grown hemp wool yarn that can be used in a multitude of applications from clothing to rugs. Shemp is currently in the final phases of development and eager to finalize their first product for commercial uses. Susan shows that taking an idea...2021-03-0944 min

The Hemp Empowerment ProjectHemp Foods, Hemp Fiber and CBD with Dion Oakes from WO Hemp Food Processing and First CropDion Oakes is an honest, integral, family loving man that has taken those values into the world of hemp. Dion is a multi-generational farmer that has incorporated hemp into his rotation and helps educate and assist other farmers that are looking to do the same. Through WO Hemp Processing and Wright-Oakes LLC, Dion Oakes and Shanan Wright grow and process hemp for nutritional food products. They provide wholesale bulk products for white labeling and retail operations that are interested in adding hemp food products to their products and shelves. In addition they have research and tested seeds that are...2021-02-2840 min

The Hemp Empowerment ProjectHemp Growers: Large Scale Growing for CBD with Jim Dreischmeier from Shining Star HempJim is a co-founder of Shining Star Hemp and talks about leveraging with good partnerships and growing for CBD on a large scale. Not only does Shining Star Hemp grow for CBD, but they have also developed special machinery to help with the harvesting of crops. The folks at Shining Star Hemp help educate and provide harvesting services to their fellow hemp growers. Jim has spent many years in corporate project management and has taken that expertise to start and run Shining Star Hemp. Relationships, quality and partnerships are what is important to those at...2021-02-2143 min

The Hemp Empowerment ProjectHemp Bio-Fuels: Lifelong Researcher of Alternative Energy, Roger Ford, Shares the Possibilities of Hemp as an Alternative Energy SourceRoger Ford, from Eureka Energy Corp, has spent his life work studying alternative energy resources. He has been researching hemp as a biofuel resource since the 90's and shares some amazing insights into how this can be that resource we've been looking for as an alternative to fossil fuels. Hemp biofuel can be used in many applications that fossil fuels are used for and should be given more consideration in the discussions surrounding the switch from fossil fuels to a more green alternative. In addition, Roger and his partners founded the National Hemp Growers Cooperative. ...2021-02-1447 min

The Hemp Empowerment ProjectHemp Textiles: Hemp Hats and Giving Back with Sunny from Sunny Life HatsHemp hats keep your head cool and provide UV protection. But hemp hats aren't the only thing that are important to Sunny from Sunny Life Hats. Sunny created Sunny Life Hats with giving back in mind. He takes a Fair Trade approach to his operations all while providing heath clinics to those in the areas around Nepal that are part of the manufacturing process. Sunny is the founder of Sunny Life Hats and he sources his hemp and labor from Nepal. The people that manufacture the hats are paid a wage above the minimum standard...2021-02-0727 min

The Hemp Empowerment ProjectHemp Construction: Cameron McIntosh from Americhanvre Talks Industry Direction and Building with HempCameron is the founder of Americhanvre, a Hemp Construction and Consulting organization. Cameron is passionate about building with hemp and the positive environmental impact associated with the use of this amazing resource. In this episode we learn about where the US is lacking in the industry and where we are posed for growth. At Americhanvre, they not only provide hemp construction services, but they also provide consulting and design services. Art and design are important to Cameron and Americhanvre; so they not only build functional hemp homes, but they also focus on the beauty of...2021-01-3154 min

The Hemp Empowerment ProjectHemp Growers: Get Quality Seeds and Seedlings through United American HempJames from United American Hemp shares with us the process involved in developing seeds that provide a consistent quality and output so the farmer can be sure they are planting quality, researched seeds. Not only does United American Hemp provide seeds and seedlings to their customers, they also help the farmers with any question throughout the growing cycle. They are a reliable resource for new and experienced growers alike. James takes great pride in the research and data he pulls from his projects and is transparent with results. They invite others to visit their farms...2021-01-2643 min

The Hemp Empowerment ProjectHemp Entrepreneurship at its Finest with Lawrence Serbin of Hemp TradersLawrence Serbin has been in the hemp industry for over 30 years. He began Hemp Traders in the early 90's and has experienced all of the ins and outs and highs and lows of the industry. Lawrence shares what Fair Trade really means, how transporting his products from China reduces the carbon footprint, and where he believes the industry is headed. Lawrence has been working with private Chinese hemp farmers and processors for almost 30 years and takes pride in the relationships he's built with the people and organizations all while promoting Fair Trade. Hemp Traders is...2021-01-1742 min

The Hemp Empowerment ProjectHemp Coop: The Importance of Relationships and Working Together with Marty Mahan from Heartland Hemp CoopMarty is a 5th generation land steward that is going on his second year of planting and researching hemp for fiber purposes. Marty and his partner Michael joined forces and began Heartland Hemp Coop. The coop brings hemp farmers together to have a safe place to bring and sell their products. The coop opened their doors in November of 2020 and will soon be accepting new memberships. Marty shares with us the vision of the coop and how it came to be. The coop has big plans for the future and is looking to possibly serve parts of Indian, Kentucky and Ohio...2021-01-1038 min

The Hemp Empowerment ProjectLooking to Start a Hemp Based Business??? - Beth AKA the Hemp Huntress is Here to HelpBeth aka the Hemp Huntress, has decades of entrepreneurial experience and has been helping small hemp and cannabis based businesses realize their dreams for the last 6 years. Beth shares some important aspects of starting a business and how to have a successful partnership. Beth's team wants to hear any and all ideas one may have in regards to starting a hemp/cannabis based business. Her team cuts through the fluff and educates on the realities of your ideas and helps you partner with the right people to create a successful business. Beth's goal is to...2021-01-0747 min

The Hemp Empowerment ProjectHemp Education: Matt Baum from Ministry of Hemp Podcast and educating all he can!We are so excited to release this episode with Matt Baum from the Ministry of Hemp podcast. The Ministry of Hemp podcast focuses on education within the hemp industry. Matt has been podcasting for over 10 years and had the opportunity to jump on the hemp train over a year ago. The industry is growing and education is more important now than ever. We love the Ministry of Hemp podcast and encourage everyone to give it a listen. Matt has great guests that talk about CBD, CBN, CBG, farming, hemp plastics, textiles and the list...2021-01-0355 min

The Hemp Empowerment ProjectHemp Animal Feed: Hunter Shares how Hemp Can Be a Nutritional Food Source for our Precious Loved AnimalsHemp Feed Coalition is a non-profit organization working with the FDA and policy makers for approval of hemp as feed for animals. Many hemp farms have biomass that is destroyed when it can be used for many other things. Feed for animals is one product that can be created from the extra biomass left over after harvest. Hunter shares what the organization does and their goals within the hemp feed space for animals. She is extremely knowledgeable about hemp nutrition and regulations that exist today and regulations we are wanting changed. Hemp is not...2020-12-3135 min

The Hemp Empowerment ProjectHemp Building with Wolf Jordan - All of the Benefits of Building Naturally from Start to FinishWolf Jordan has spent most of his life in the natural building world. Wolf has a vast knowledge of all natural building practices and shares that knowledge with us. We discuss hempcrete and natural paints and oils that can preserve and beautify your home. Wolf discusses natural building in a way that isn't being fully used today. He's experimented with natural building since the '70's and shares some thought provoking insights into the natural building world. Wolf is also working on an educational program that will be open this next coming year. ...2020-12-2754 min

The Hemp Empowerment ProjectHemp Logistics: Kevin Schultz from 357 Hemp Logistics - Hemp Logistic Successes, Ins and Outs, and How Partnerships Benefit Overall SuccessKevin Schultz took his knowledge of the medical device industry and hemp and poured that knowledge, along with strategically aligned partnerships, into the hemp logistics space. Transporting hemp across the United States can be a daunting task if regulations aren't researched and followed. Kevins company, 357 Hemp Logistics, has developed partnerships with state regulatory boards and all types of hemp organizations to safely deliver products from point A to point B. There are many that don't understand the logistics side of running an operation. Kevin and his team take all of the guess work out and...2020-12-2436 min

The Hemp Empowerment ProjectHemp Building: All Things Hemp to Save the Planet with Lorna LyonsLorna Lyons has been passionate about saving our environment and the impact of climate change for over 20 years. Lorna is a Feng Shui professional and an advocate and researcher for healthy building products. Lorna helped draft some of the 2018 Farm Bill with lobbyist Courtney Moran, is part of the US Hemp Building Association in Oregon and on the board for the Intentional Communities Organization. You can feel Lorna's passion for switching to hemp as a sustainable resource. With her many years in the natural building space we discuss the benefits of building with hemp and...2020-12-2049 min

The Hemp Empowerment ProjectHemp Non-Profit: Aaron Reyes, Empowering Veterans Through CarmaCorps Hemp InitiativesAaron Reyes is a horticulture graduate student that focuses on growing hemp in Florida. Aaron does this through the non-profit, CarmaCorps. CarmaCorps initiative is to teach veterans how to grow and process cannabis for CBD. Through this program, veterans are learning all things cannabis. This program is not only educating our wonderful veterans, but giving them a safe space to learn, grow and heal. Our veterans sacrifice so much for us and this is CarmaCorps way of giving back. Please check out CarmaCorps website and donate to their efforts. Website: 2020-12-1730 min

The Hemp Empowerment ProjectCannabis Inventor, scientist and life long researcher with Carl Martel of ABBRI.orgCarl Martel is an inventor at heart and a promotor of cannabis as a primary resource. Carl has spent over a decade researching all things cannabis. He has invented his own products throughout the years from building products, processing systems, plastics and more. Carl has played an integral role in the start ups of multiple cannabis companies. His passion is in spreading awareness and researching all possible uses of the cannabis plant at his organization ABBRI.org. Carl shares his wealth of knowledge and passion with us and is also doing this in the...2020-12-141h 03

The Hemp Empowerment ProjectCBD Farming and Processing: Tom Bobrowicz - Self-Made Successful HempreneurTom is entering his 3rd year of farming hemp for CBD. Tom grows organic hemp, creates his own clones, and has developed his extraction processes to extract the cannabinoids from the hemp. Tom also bottles and sells his own products. He shares with us how he started out, and the things he's doing now to be successful. He also shares some important things to be aware of as a new hemp farmer for CBD. Such a great conversation with a man that took his passion and created a successful business from scratch. Tom...2020-12-1048 min

The Hemp Empowerment ProjectHemp/CBD Processing: Infectious Disease Scientific Researcher to CBD Scientist and Processor with Nick MalmquistNick Malmquist - a previous infectious disease researcher turned cannabis scientist and researcher. Nick heard so many stories from friends and articles in regards to the many health benefits of cannabis, which inspired him to enter the cannabis space. Nick was offered the opportunity to open a processing facility this year and is now processing hemp for CBD to be used in tinctures, salves, gummies and a variety of other products. Nick shares with us his experience opening a new facility and provides ideas to others wanting to enter the cannabis/hemp space. It was...2020-12-0642 min

The Hemp Empowerment ProjectHemp Documentary: Linda Royal, Documentary Film Producer, Shares Profound Experiences Producing Bringing It HomeLinda Royal is a documentary film producer and dove deep into hemp when she created the documentary Bringing It Home. Bringing It Home is an amazing documentary about hemp and hemp building. This movie has some amazing leaders in the hemp space that share their many years of knowledge and experience. Bringing It Home is a must see documentary film. Since creating Bringing It Home, Linda has begun to further her knowledge and research with hemp building through an amazing program offered through Parsons Healthy Materials Lab. In addition to her passion for hemp...2020-12-0342 min

The Hemp Empowerment ProjectHemp & Accounting?!?!: Michael Knight - Hemp Accountant and Activist Shares his PassionsMichael Knight is a hemp accountant and involved in hemp activism. He's always had a passion for the cannabis industry and has been an advocate for quite some time. Michael shares how he can help businesses enter into the cannabis space, and maximize their deductions in this confusing financial space. Banking is a challenge and depending on the type of cannabis space you're in, different regulations in regards to accounting apply. Michael helps his clients navigate this confusing area and educates them on the best business practices. In addition, Michael is a hemp advocate and has begun deepening his...2020-11-2936 min

The Hemp Empowerment ProjectHemp Farming: Farming for CBD, Fiber and Grain with Melissa Nelson from South Bend Industrial HempMelissa and her team are 4th generation farmers in Kansas and she shares her knowledge and experience within hemp farming. Melissa is an avid researcher, hemp grower and producer, and is heavily involved in her community. She shares her experiences with growing hemp on a commercial scale while continuing to use equipment used on the farm for their other commercial crops. She documents each part of the growing process to compile data that can be shared with other farmers in the area. Melissa loves to share what they are doing on their farm to help...2020-11-2637 min

The Hemp Empowerment ProjectHemp Education: Founders of the Illinois Hemp Growers Association Chris & Rachel BerryChris and Rachel Berry are a powerhouse husband and wife team that founded the Illinois Hemp Growers Association to connect growers, manufacturers, processors etc in the Illinois area. The association lobbies for their industry and they provide a multitude of educational resources on their website. Chris and Rachel farm hemp and are regenerative farmers that bring their farming knowledge to the hemp space and connect others in that space through the association. This amazing team has a passion for growing the industry and educating others thinking of becoming part of the industry or are already there. It was a...2020-11-2229 min

The Hemp Empowerment ProjectHemp Architecture: Deep Insights into Natural Building with Jennifer Martin of HempStoneJennifer has over 20 years experience building with natural and sustainable building materials. She brings her passion, drive and lighthearted excitement to our podcast to share her knowledge and experience in the hemp building space. She has a deep desire to convert the traditional building environment to one that is truly sustainable. Her passion has helped other builders change their practices to natural building and they have loved the benefits they have experienced. Join us as we chat it up with Jennifer and feel her excitement and passion. Also, check out her website where you can find many training videos...2020-11-1952 min

The Hemp Empowerment ProjectHemp Architecture: Influencing Change in the Built World with Taleen JosefssonMany may not know that Architects can have a large influence on the products that are used when building structures. Taleen shares her knowledge and experience as an architect on building with hempcrete and natural building products. She has a passion for reducing the carbon footprint created from traditional building practices and you can feel this passion in our discussion. Taleen is working on an amazing project in Haiti to bring hempcrete homes to their communities. Such an awesome young woman with a passion to change the way we build for the health of our environment and the individual.2020-11-1540 min

The Hemp Empowerment ProjectHemp Foods and CBD: Natural Healing with Jenny from Jenny's Baked at HomeJoin us as we are inspired by Jenny's journey through healing breast cancer with plant based foods and medicines. She shares her experiences and knowledge about hemp based foods and CBD. Jenny is the founder of Jenny's Baked at Home where she provides a variety of hemp based foods, oils and salves. She takes pride in the quality of the products she delivers and is passionate about sharing her knowledge. Jenny's baked at home is in the process of expansion and Jenny has great insights for someone new starting their hemp journey. Such a...2020-11-1250 min

The Hemp Empowerment ProjectHemp Building: Using Hempcrete to Reduce Building Inputs with Matt MarinoJoin us as we speak with Matt Marino, the founder and owner of Homeland Hempcrete. Homeland Hempcrete began from a general interest in the hemp industry. The company provides hempcrete construction and consulting services and also provides hempcrete construction products. Matt’s goal is to grow the hemp industry through the US and is doing so through Homeland Hempcretes construction services and through education. Matt has some exciting ventures happening and some awesome discoveries with the use of Hempcrete. He also has instructional/educational videos on his website. Check it out! You can fi...2020-11-0934 min

The Hemp Empowerment ProjectHempreneur: Opportunities Abound with Jean LotusWe had the pleasure of speaking with Jean Lotus, who is a Hempreneur at heart and is a freelance investigative journalist. Listen to Jean share her experiences with HempCrete, working as a hemp broker, and participating in the Colorado Department of Agriculture to create a Bio-Preferred program. Jean has visited many hemp farmers throughout the state of Colorado and is extremely knowledgeable about hemp and the environment and shares about her next HempCrete project planned for 2021. Jean has great ideas on how to become an entrepreneur in the hemp space and the opportunities that exist. Jean can be followed on soci...2020-11-0543 min

The Hemp Empowerment ProjectHemp Building: Hempcrete, the Green Building Alternative with Mattie MeadMattie Mead is the Co-Founder and CEO of Hempitecture...a company that specializes in hemp building, consulting and hemp building products. Mattie shares with us the benefits of using hemp as a building product and how it can be beneficial to our individual health as well as the health of our environment. Mattie is extremely knowledgeable in the hemp building space and has been involved in many hemp building projects. He is on the Ketchum, ID planning and zoning commission and is on the board of directors with Idaho Base Camp. Mattie shares his love...2020-11-0349 min

The Hemp Empowerment ProjectThinking of Farming Hemp? - An Agriculturalists Inside View of Quality Farming and RegulationsJoin us as we learn from Mark O'Farrell with Sierra Nevada Hemp Company. Mark received his MS in Vocational Horticulture from Virginia Tech. Mark taught agriculture at the high school level and served as an agricultural extension agent for North Carolina State and University of Nevada Reno for approximately 10 years. For 15 years he grew organic produce for Whole Foods Market and local chefs in the Reno/Tahoe area. He started growing hemp under an R&D permit in 2018; prior to the release of the 2018 Farm Bill. Mark began experimenting with ultrasound extraction and...2020-10-3040 min

The Hemp Empowerment ProjectBio-economy and Hemp - How Hemp can Play an Important Role in the Sustainability of our EnvironmentJoin us as we speak with CEO and Founder of Hempoint, Hana Gabrielova. Hana is a 20 year veteran in the hemp and cannabis industry. She is involved in a variety of hemp based projects, is an activist for the environment, is involved in hemp policy initiatives in the EU and internationally, and much more. Hana's company, Hempoint, grows and processes organic hemp for herbal tea production and distributes a variety of hemp food products. Hana has a wealth of knowledge regarding hemp and the environment and how hemp, grown responsibly, can benefit the future sustainability of the planet...2020-10-2853 min

The Hemp Empowerment ProjectThe Endocannabinoid System (ECS) - A Deep Dive into ECS with Dr. Eric OlkkolaCome take a tour with us as we interview Dr. Olkkola on the Endocannabinoid System (ECS), your body and how it functions. Buckle seat belts as Dr. Olkkola gives us a deep education on the functionality of our bodies and how the ECS plays a role. Please join our email list to be in the know https://mailchi.mp/e3c2af77e9e4/the-hemp-empowerment-project Medical Disclaimer - This site cannot and does not contain medical advice. The medical information is provided for general informational and educational purposes only, and is not a substitute for professional medical...2020-10-2235 min

The Hemp Empowerment ProjectIntroduction - The Hemp Empowerment ProjectJoin us as we share our passion for Hemp and the wonderful possibilities for business opportunities and positive environmental impacts we can make when we come together and join forces.2020-10-1305 min