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Plant ProblemsCustomer Service In The Cannabis IndustryWe all have our reasons for starting a business. But, we have to know how to get things going. To this end, Tony Frischknecht explains how customer service works in the cannabis industry. In this episode, he emphasizes that we have to constantly ask questions and have weekly meetings so we could better understand our customers. Sometimes, we end up losing focus on what really matters. We get busy with other aspects of the business. That’s why it’s important to get right on track! Learn how to start mapping out the customer journey.Lo...2021-10-1323 minPlant ProblemsIRS Helping The Cannabis Business To Grow And SucceedCannabis is ever-changing, and there are so many things that we are getting in front of us daily that are changing the way we look at our businesses. As we look at it, the future of cannabis is expanding. Tony Frischknecht discusses cannabis and regulation, tax investing, and much more. The IRS knows that cannabis is going to be legalized. In this episode, he emphasizes why good records assist in monitoring. Be prepared to enlighten yourself on how you could go in the right direction in your cannabis business!Love the show? Subscribe, rate...2021-10-0623 minPlant ProblemsFour Things To Keep In Mind When Hiring For Your Cannabis BusinessOne of the more challenging parts of managing a cannabis business is the hiring process. How do you know which applicant to hire? How do you know which positions you need? Some of the answers only come when you’ve made the mistakes. But if you want to avoid these mistakes and prevent a bad hire, this episode is for you! Tony Frischknecht shares a list of key reminders when finding a person to join your business. He’s made the mistakes and learned the lessons. Today, he iterates those insights to help you in your cannabis business journey. Stay...2021-09-2914 minPlant ProblemsCannabis Marketing Strategies: Creating Customer Engagement Beyond Big Social Media PlatformsMarketing is a significant issue that you need to tackle when building a cannabis business. What can you use to engage customers more often or stay connected to them and create loyalty? You have to know the regulations around it and implement strategies that are allowed in your state. Join your host Tony Frischknecht as he discusses marketing techniques for cannabis. Figure out how you can build connections with your customers and grow your cannabis business. If you're new to cannabis and you're just opening your store in a new state or county, or you want to grow your...2021-09-2215 minPlant ProblemsWhy You Shouldn’t Panic Sell Your Cannabis Stocks And Why It Might be A Good Time To BuyDo not sell. You may think you can't afford to come up with any more money to buy on, but don’t panic-sell your stocks. The cannabis industry is a risky industry to get into but the opportunities are there. It's like one minute you think you already know what's going on the next you don't, it's challenging. There's a lot of different things that are happening that are hard to explain. What's happening in the cannabis stock world right now? Tony Frischknecht discusses where it is right now, earnings before interest tax depreciation, and the challenges we could ex...2021-09-151h 23Plant ProblemsRecognizing Opportunities In The Cannabis Industry With Miguel Fersen And Mark Sanchez CabreraThe cannabis industry has a wide range of opportunities that many people don’t know about. This time, Tony Frischknecht takes a look at the coffee shop model of Spain’s El Capitan. Join in as Tony talks with Miguel Fersen and Mark Sanchez Cabrera from Spain about the benefits of cannabis and how to educate people who are in doubt to tip their toes in the water. In this episode, Miguel and Mark talk aboyt a coffee shop in Barcelona operating in a very smooth way where you could only get in if you’re a member. They also sh...2021-09-0852 minPlant ProblemsHow You Can Fight Back Against The IRS With Rachel GilletteAlways keep your records as if you'll be audited. The show's guest today is Cannabis Lawyer Rachel Gillette, a staunch protector of Cannabis retail businesses against the IRS. Join in the conversation as Rachel discusses with Tony Frischknecht what safety measures you need to take to ensure you won't get tangled up with the IRS. Make sure you keep all your receipts and have everything documented. Good record-keeping will always help you! Also, you need to understand the impact of 280 on a real-time basis to make educated decisions. Tune in to safeguard your business! L...2021-09-011h 07Plant ProblemsPassion To Product: Growing In The Cannabis Industry With Matt Gillard And Chris Gillard, Part 2The cannabis industry may not be the easiest venture to get into, but it’s definitely developing and growing. With the right people, managing a business smoothly is more than possible. In the second part of Tony Frischknecht’s interview with Matt Gillard and Chris Gillard from Jamaco, LLC, they tackle environmental issues and other challenges in the cannabis industry. Sharing the problems they incurred, they also talk about the quick adjustments they made and their whole approach to managing their business. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s...2021-08-2534 minPlant ProblemsPassion To Product: Growing In The Cannabis Industry With Matt Gillard And Chris Gillard, Part 1Finding a new business and taking risks is certainly a challenge nowadays, especially during a pandemic. The cannabis industry is not an easy industry to consider, but the COVID pandemic even made it harder. Join Tony Frischknecht with Matt Gillard and Chris Gillard from Jamaco, LLC. as they delve into growing your business and building your organization with the right people. Supplying different areas with high quality and sustainably grown cannabis is a challenge, but it's possible. Matt and Chris prove that entering this market is a success for them. They discuss how they successfully created crops and got s...2021-08-1834 minPlant ProblemsThe Black Market To The Licensed Market: Working With Localities For Cannabis Business Opportunities With Juan HernandezGoing from the black market to the licensed market can be tough. Yet, this is the path many in the cannabis industry must face as cities become more and more open to cannabis. Sharing his knowledge and experience, Juan Hernandez, the CEO of CVALT (Central Valley Alternative), joins host Tony Frischknecht. In this episode, he tells us what he is doing to make his business grow and thrive, especially in the highly competitive California market. Juan also tells us how he transitioned from the licensed market to working with localities. He also shares how they have set up their sys...2021-08-1133 minPlant ProblemsDigital Marketing Strategies That Scale Customer Relationships With Ryan O'ConnorSince the pandemic, entrepreneurs have experienced drastic and sudden changes in the way they do their business. Now more than ever, e-commerce has grown massively because the game has changed. And almost everyone is shifting to craft their strategies in the digital marketing world. Ryan O’Connor shares his professional journey and how he faced the changes brought by the pandemic. Ryan is the co-founder of Worth eCommerce, a Portland-based email marketing agency and the former founder of a multi-million dollar store selling phone accessories. In this episode with Tony Frischknecht, they explore ways to execute your marketing strategies fo...2021-08-0418 minPlant ProblemsDanger Signs In Acquisitions: What To Watch Out For With Chet MeltonIf you don’t know the store owner, you can’t ask what the numbers are. But you can watch out for telltale signs in management. Tony Frischknecht’s guest in this episode is Chet Melton of Canna Nutrients. Chet gives a simple formula to size up if a store is worth acquiring. When you walk in, how responsive are the staff? Check out their inventory. Are they holding on to something they shouldn’t? Join in the conversation to have a better eye for acquisitions. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!2021-07-2843 minPlant ProblemsThe Endocannabinoid System: Science Of Cannabis Explained With Charlie PiermariniMany people dismiss the idea of cannabis as an alternative treatment simply because they don’t understand how it works. In this episode, Tony Frischknecht chats with Charlie Piermarini, CEO of Restorative CBD, to talk about the science of cannabis. Charlie is an experienced physician’s assistant and healthcare services provider with a hefty educational background. He has invested a lot of time studying cannabis and how it has helped his patients. He also talks about how he got into creating The CBD Education Series to teach more people, both patients and medical professionals, all about the science of cann...2021-07-2133 min
ARCHIVE: Extraction EssentialsBubble Hash System: Processing Herbs In The Comfort Of Your Home With Nick GayEssential oils aren't everything. In this episode, Tony Frischknecht and Nick Gay, the owner of Soul Source Naturals, show us the Bubble Hash System for extracting not just essential oils but also herbs. Stay tuned to learn how you can do the whole process right in your own home as Nick walks us through each step. Plus, you’ll receive pro tips on how to make the workflow smooth and easy. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://www.extractionessentials.com/podcast2021-07-1934 minPlant ProblemsWomen Leadership In The Cannabis Industry: Making A Difference With Jamie PearsonThere's so much need out in the world. But what are those that relate to cannabis? Join Tony Frischknecht and Jamie Pearson in this impressive talk about women's honest and passionate leadership to execute change most uniquely. Jamie L. Pearson, president and CEO of Bhang Inc., shares about product innovation, social responsibility and her goal-driven passion in leading the cannabis industry and making a great impact on people's lives. She elaborates on her collaborative approach to the national campaign project she's been working on that would create a huge difference in the quality of people's lives, especially those suffering...2021-07-1433 minARCHIVE: Extraction EssentialsDr. John MacKay On The Importance Of Getting Plant Extraction CoursesIf you live in states where recreational plants are still considered illegal, you cannot fully appreciate its tons of benefits to offer. Extraction happens all the time, and the best way to start educating yourself about it is by undergoing plant extraction courses. Tony Frischknecht is joined by Dr. John MacKay of Synergistic Technologies Associates to share his engaging courses for all levels focused on the extraction processes and their impact on everyday life. He also explains why Western medicine must be more open in adopting new practices by delving into the plant-based methods the Eastern world has been do...2021-07-1127 minPlant ProblemsCannabis Grow Light Incentives: Creating Efficiencies In Utilities With Bob Gunn From SeinergyWherever you are in business, the more efficient you can become, the better. In the cannabis industry, that could be in your utilities. Introducing us to some great ways we can create efficiencies in our business is Bob Gunn from Seinergy. In this episode, he joins Tony Frischknecht to share some advice that could help us become more efficient with our lighting, heating, and cooling. In particular, he talks about cannabis grow-light incentives. He takes us throughout the process—from pre-approval to post-inspection—and explains the regulations to the energy code in California. What is more, Bob then talks about t...2021-07-0730 minARCHIVE: Extraction EssentialsTaking The Extra Step To Oil Refinement Through The Short-Path Distillation Process With Nick GayJoin in today's episode of Extraction Essentials with Tony Frischknecht and Nick Gay as they talk about short-path distillation. Nick was able to take a little extraction trip to New Mexico to do a big-scale extraction. Learn the process of short-path distillation and why they had to do an extra step of refinement for their ethanol extracts over there. Listen to today's episode for more educational content about extractions and oil.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://www.extractionessentials.com/podcast2021-07-0525 minPlant ProblemsManaging Risk On Your Hemp Farming Business: Talking Crop Insurance With Bret GumHemp farming, like all agricultural businesses, comes with a degree of risk. After all, it is Mother Nature you’re dealing with. Good thing crop insurance is an available option for all farmers. In this episode, our host, Tony Frischknecht is joined by risk advisor, Bret Gum. Bret discusses risk management and crop insurance, and shares details on the federal program that insures hemp crops. Bret also shares what he’s learned about mitigating risk with your crop.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How »...2021-06-3024 minARCHIVE: Extraction EssentialsNick Gay On The Extraction Process Of LavenderIn the last few episodes of Extraction Essentials, you learned about the growing process, preparing your garden for harvesting, and making perfume from lavender. Today, get ready for the last part of the series - extracting essential oils out of lavender with the Little Buddy Extractor. Join your host, Tony Frischknecht, and Nick Gay from Soul Source Naturals. Nick is also the Head of Product Management at Essential Extraction. Learn the curing and extraction process, as well as the difference between subcritical and supercritical on today’s show.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and...2021-06-2825 minPlant ProblemsGrowing Success: Sprouting Into The Mushroom Farming Business With Gary HeferleMushroom! These delicious little fungi aren’t just a treat for the palate, but can be a treat for the senses and health as well. The mushroom farming business is growing and full of untapped potential, and now is a great time to learn about it. Tony Frischknecht is joined by mushroom farmer and founder of Fresh From The Farm Fungi, Gary Heferle in a lively discussion about mushroom growing. Gary talks about getting his start in the industry, using hemp farming byproduct, and the challenges he faced during the early days of his business. Gary also discusses mushroom gro...2021-06-2331 minARCHIVE: Extraction EssentialsReadying Your Plants For The Perfect Harvest With Nick GayDid you know that overwatering your plants can be harmful to your garden? So is under-watering. The key to having healthy plants is striking a balance. Learn more in today’s episode of Extraction Essentials. Join Tony Frischknecht and Nick Gay as they discuss how you can get the most out of your plants, especially lavender. Discover the proper way of watering and when to harvest for the perfect smell. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://www.extractionessentials.com/podcast2021-06-2110 minPlant ProblemsAlternative Finance Network: Providing Multiple Funding Options For Cannabis Business Owners With Scott JordanAlthough the cannabis industry thrives with potential huge profits as it continues to grow, cannabis business owners face the difficulty of finding more funding options. Tony Frischknecht talks with Scott Jordan, founder of the Alternative Finance Network that aims to serve cannabis business owners by providing a one-stop shop for all their loan needs. Scott tells Tony all about the problems business owners face, from having confusing laws and regulations to high taxes, and getting loans to buy profitable businesses. He also talks about the Safe Banking Act and how it can affect the industry, especially business owners. Learn m...2021-06-1645 minARCHIVE: Extraction EssentialsCreating Your Own Product By Cloning More Plants From Your Garden With Nick GayThere’s a lot more to extracting than just pulling oil or handling machines, and that’s creating your own product from your garden. Tony Frischknecht’s guest today is Nick Gay, the Head of Product Management. In this episode, Nick walks us through the process of selecting plants for your garden. Make sure you know what they smell like before you choose. Once you’ve decided which plants you want for your product, it’s time to clone them. Listen to this episode to learn how! Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http...2021-06-1412 minARCHIVE: Extraction EssentialsHow To Make Handmade Soap At Home With Nick GayThe cold process creates the best soap product. This is just one of the interesting things you will learn from this episode, where Nick Gay and Tony Frischknecht share practical steps on making handmade soap. Learn what simple ingredients and tools you’ll need to start making your own product at home. Plus, you’ll get tips on how you can price your product. Ready to make your very own handmade soap? Then dive right in!Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://www.extractionessentials.com/podcast2021-06-0715 minARCHIVE: Extraction EssentialsPerfume CreationPerfume can be quite expensive these days. So why not just create your own ready-to-use perfume? Join your host, Tony Frischknecht, and his guest, Nick Gay, as they create a DIY perfume using Jojoba oil. Nick is the owner of Soul Source Naturals and a consultant at Jagged Peak Consulting, LLC. Follow these quick and easy steps to create your own fragrance perfume wherever you go.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://www.extractionessentials.com/podcast2021-05-3108 minARCHIVE: Extraction EssentialsHow To Make Your Very Own Bug Spray At Home Using Essential Oils With Nick GayHave you ever bought bug sprays in the market? Some of these costs a bit and you don’t even know what’s in it. Tony Frischknecht is joined by Nick Gay to share how we can create a homemade bug spray that smells good and is able to kill off mosquitoes, using natural ingredients such as essential oils. Nick talks about using only natural ingredients to make sure that you are not putting poison on your body when you use this bug spray. He also says that aside from bug sprays, you can also create different products using ingr...2021-05-2411 minARCHIVE: Extraction EssentialsLearn How To Make Salves With Nick GaySalves are a time-tested way of providing relief for aches and pains. Tony Frischknecht is joined by Nick Gay, head of Product Management at Essential Extractions, as they sit down and discuss the step-by-step process of making salves. Nick discusses several differences between commercially available salves and their effectiveness. Tony and Nick talk about how salves work and their content. Finally, Nick shows us a salve-making technique and teaches its finer points.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://www.extractionessentials.com/podcast2021-05-1717 minARCHIVE: Extraction EssentialsExtracting And Filtering Essential Oils With Nick GayExtraction and filtration of tinctures can be a time-consuming process. Tony Frischknecht sits down to discuss the how-tos of this process with the head of product development of Essential Extractions, Nick Gay. Nick walks us through the different methods of extracting and filtering and demos the use of a CO2 Extractor. They also talk about the differences in extraction methods and the products they deliver. Tune in, explore, and learn all about extraction processes.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://www.extractionessentials.com/podcast2021-05-1015 minARCHIVE: Extraction EssentialsAlcohol Distillation Part 3Tony Frischknecht is joined once more by Nick Gay of Essential Extraction to continue their discussion about alcohol distillation. After talking about gin and the distillation process, as well as two infusion experiments, this time they run all those botanicals together. They dissect the distillation procedure resulting in a substance 22 times stronger than the one they originally made. Nick also elaborates the process just like cooking, explaining how everyone is free to do many trials and errors to obtain the best concentration according to their preferences.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! h...2021-05-0320 minARCHIVE: Extraction EssentialsFormulating And Packaging Your First Product Day 1 With David Ross And Nick GayHow do you make your first product on day one after extracting your oil? Tony Frischknecht's guests are David Ross, Chief Operating Officer, and Nick Gay, Head of Product Management of Essential Extractions Corp. Nick explains how he chose to make a hand sanitizer from his newly extracted hop oil. A hand sanitizer is a good product to make during the pandemic. When making your first product, you need to consider your dilution percentage. Don't forget to decide what type of packaging serves your purposes best. Join in the discussion to learn more!Love...2021-04-2614 minARCHIVE: Extraction EssentialsBuilding Your First Products From ExtractionContrary to what the current time calls for, now is the best time to be an entrepreneur. With so much information these days, the sky's the limit to creating our own products. In this episode, Tony Frischknecht is joined by Gary Ross, David Ross, and Nick Gay to pick up where they left off last time and dive deeper into some of the new formulations they have put together using the Little Buddy. They talk about small-scale efficiencies that can be done with extraction when you're building your first products, offering you their first-hand knowledge so you can create...2021-04-1914 minARCHIVE: Extraction EssentialsLavender Love With Little BuddyEssential Extractions’ Little Buddy extractor has gained a lot of popularity, making it a favorite for accurate transaction filtration and infusion. To explore the uses of this amazing equipment even further, Tony Frischknecht and Gary Ross talk about its uses in producing 100% lavender essential oils. As one of the safest and most aromatic oils, it remains one of the most famous ones out there today. Joining them are Nick and David, explaining how to use the Little Buddy with lavender and why CO2 extracting is a bit more potent than steam-distilled ones.Love the sh...2021-04-1211 minARCHIVE: Extraction EssentialsAlcohol Distillation Part 2: The Basics Of Creating Your Own Flavors With Nick GayIn this second episode of a two-parter about alcohol distillation, Tony Frischknecht is joined once more by Essential Extraction's Head of Product Management, Nick Gay. Through a video presentation, they show how to use the Little Buddy to come up with a very natural alcohol recipe from their not-so-traditional laboratory. They go deep on the organic ingredients that can be used in this process, the specific steps to be followed in building such a recipe, and how this flexible method allows for many trial-and-errors, resulting in all kinds of natural alcohol distillations.Love the...2021-03-2924 minARCHIVE: Extraction EssentialsAlcohol Distillation Part 1: The Basics Of Creating Your Own Flavors With Nick GayTake your extractions to a different level by creating your own flavors through infusing alcohol. Teaching you how to do that, Tony Frischknecht kicks off the series on alcohol distillation with Nick Gay, a leader in the CBD and herb industry. Together, they discuss some distillation processes plus some basics you need to know before getting down to it. Nick also shows us how to create what they call the “bathtub gin,” the different types of methods of alcohol infusion, and more. Follow along to this episode, and don’t miss out!Love the show? S...2021-03-2212 minPlant ProblemsIs Wholesale The Answer? – The Perks Of Having A Big StashWholesaling cannabis can be tricky, but it does give you a fair amount of options for what to do with that extra product. For one, you can control the amount you sell depending on market prices. You can use it to create products of your own or white-label it with some other company. You can even use it for bartering to help out a struggling friend in the business. These are just some of the possibilities that Tony Frischknecht sees as he makes the case for wholesale as a feasible, if not lucrative business model. Listen in for more.2021-03-1710 minARCHIVE: Extraction EssentialsHerb Extraction Basics With Nick GayIn this episode, Tony Frischknecht brings in Nick Gay, the Head of Product Management at Essential Extractions, to discuss the basics of herb extraction. Extraction refers to the process of getting essential oils from herbs. This process works by dissolving the plant’s essential oils in a solvent, then later separating the essential oils from the solvent through temperature and pressure changes, so it yields pure essential oils in the end. Nick explains the two most common forms of herb extraction: steam distillation and CO2 extraction. Between the two, steam distillation is the most common form of extraction used toda...2021-03-1533 minPlant ProblemsDecriminalization Of Drug Use And Its Effect On The Cannabis IndustryThe decriminalization of small amounts of drug use such as cocaine, meth, and heroin has been happening in various states in America. This has led to many people talking about growing cannabis, which may cause a federal movement for cannabis decriminalization. In this episode, Tony Frischknecht discusses the various implications of these recent developments. What future industries may arise from these events? What law enforcement initiatives must be put in place for drug regulation? Tune in to this episode and get updates on some recent stories involving cannabis.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review...2021-03-1012 minARCHIVE: Extraction EssentialsUnderstanding Essential Oils: What They Are Used To Create, Their Benefits, And More With David Ross, Nick Gay, And Chris JohnsonWith nature, we have the world's natural medicine around us, just at the tip of our fingertips. We ought to use it as much as we can. One of the great things coming out of that is essential oils. In this episode, Tony Frischknecht invites not one, not two, but three guests to help us learn more about essential oils and what they are used to create. He sits down with David Ross of Essential Extraction Corp, Nick Gay of Jagged Peak Consulting, and Chris Johnson of Gaia's Harvest. Together, they discuss how they are making their own oils from...2021-03-0821 minPlant ProblemsThe Four Best Ways To Survive In A Saturated MarketThe boom of the cannabis market in Colorado, Oregon, Washington, and Nevada can pose a few threats to many new businesses. When these markets become saturated, it can be difficult to position yourself among the competition and thrive. Fortunately, Tony Frischknecht has the episode just for you. With his four tips, he shares how you can best survive a saturated market. Tune into this episode to find out!Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How »Join the Plant Problems Community today:tonyfrischknecht.comLinkedInInstagramFacebookYouTube2021-03-0322 minARCHIVE: Extraction EssentialsWhat’s In Your Vape Cartridge? Part 2Tony Frischknecht continues his discussion with Gary Ross and David Ross of Essential Extraction as they dissect their top-of-the-line vape cartridge. They look into the amazing features of the product that mostly address the problems of its cheap Chinese counterpart, which usually results in contamination and bad taste. Gary and David also share their hardships in building such an exemplary item, which took a number of years and contractors to be created. Finally, David shares a glimpse of his ongoing project, which involves a vape cartridge that automatically adjusts to the air volume pulled through it....2021-03-0119 minPlant ProblemsWaste Not, Want Not: How To Strategically Cope With Cannabis LegalizationThe year 2020 has been a wonderful year for the cannabis industry, with many states reporting booming revenue for the past year. But what may be the recent landmark many people are rooting for is cannabis legalization, which is currently embraced by 36 states, either for medical or recreational purposes. In response to this significant industry change, Tony Frischknecht presents some useful tips on how to scale your garden according to the government's rules and regulations. He explains the most practical improvements for your water system and lighting, as well as the benefits of going greenhouse. Tony also goes deep on...2021-02-2425 minARCHIVE: Extraction EssentialsWhat’s in your Vape Cartridge? Part 1The history of vape cartridges is marked by trials where the most innovative developers come up with ingenious solutions to solve problems for consumers. In this series, Tony Frischknecht joins forces with the executive duo at Essential Extraction, David Ross (COO) and Gary Ross (CEO) to trace this history and explain how it has contributed to the most recent developments in vape hardware. In this episode, they discuss how their exploration of cartridge manufacturing led them to realize how flawed the process was. Aiming to produce better cartridges that are cleaner and produce less waste, David and Gary are le...2021-02-2217 minPlant ProblemsWhat Millionaires Look For To Invest In Your BusinessPutting your business ideas into actuality can be tough, most especially if you don’t know how to attract the people who can help take you there—the investors. In this episode, Tony Frischknecht shares four tips you can do whenever you are talking to a millionaire and get them to invest in your business. Join him as you learn how to go about your explanations, promises, proposals, finances, and more. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How »Join the Plant Problems Community today:tonyfrischknecht.comLinkedInInstagramFacebookYouTube2021-02-1717 minARCHIVE: Extraction EssentialsFinding Success In The Market: Get To Know Your Host Tony FrischknechtIt is quite unusual to find success in the herb market, especially in the previous decades. But Tony Frischknecht proved that with enough motivation and courage, one could make it bit in such a less-explored industry. To get to know your show’s host even more, Tony joins Gary Ross, the Founder and CEO of Essential Extractions in this episode. Tony looks back on his journey from the construction business all the way to the herb industry, and how making the leap allowed him to grow as an entrepreneur. He also discusses his expectations for the future of herb and...2021-02-1513 minPlant ProblemsFrom Comic Con To Spreading Awareness On The Benefits Of Cannabis With K.C. MurdockHow does one enter the world of Comic Con to that of Cannabis? Allow K.C. Murdock to enlighten us in this episode. Joining Tony Frischknecht, K.C. takes us to his career journey from starting as a musician to becoming a podcast host of Chronicles of Comic Con and Down the Road Show. Venturing out to the world of cannabis, he then shares with us his new docu-series, The Cost of Cannabis, about the industry, where he sheds light on the amazing benefits of cannabis to our health. K.C. then lets us in on his take on th...2021-02-1023 minARCHIVE: Extraction EssentialsGary Ross And David Ross: Get To Know The Creators Of The Little Buddy Extraction MachineDespite the boom of the herb industry in different parts of the world, it continues to be a lesser-explored area compared to others. For father-and-son tandem Gary Ross and David Ross, this served as a catalyst to pioneer something that will change the entire game. Together with Tony Frischknecht, CEO Gary and COO David of Essential Extractions share how they got into the herb industry and what pushed them to pursue the creation of their certified extraction equipment. They also give a bit of tease on what future discussions may have in store for everyone, mainly about the specifics of...2021-02-0817 minARCHIVE: Extraction EssentialsIntroducing The Extraction Essentials PodcastWelcome to Extraction Essentials! Brand new episodes are released every Monday, running between 15-30 minutes. Hosting the podcast is Tony Frischknecht, CSO and CO-Founder of Essential Extraction Inc., the maker of the Little Buddy CO2 Extractor. Get ready to learn more about the creation and proper use of essential oils to achieve better wellbeing and a relaxing feeling like no other.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://www.extractionessentials.com/podcast2021-02-0401 minPlant ProblemsMarket Transition Tips From Traditional To Regulated CannabisThe market transition is expected as everything around us is constantly changing and frequently upgrading. How to adapt to the transition from the traditional market to the regulated cannabis business is a progression for growers and owners. Join Tony Frischknecht as he gives some extremely important information and strategies to guide you in this big move in the market. He shares some tips, which you can consider as a drill, to become the business entrepreneur that you are and to expand your network. So sit back and listen to this episode on how to get your business license and...2021-02-0314 minPlant ProblemsHighly Recommended: What To Look For In Buying Cannabis StocksIn recent years, the cannabis industry is gaining wider acceptance as it has been legalized in some states. If you are looking into the significance of the cannabis industry on the economy and watching how the cannabis business is unfolding, you are on the right track. In this episode, Tony Frischknecht talks about the development of cannabis companies and investment opportunities with cannabis trading. Based on his life-changing experience as a cannabis investor, he offers tips on what to look for in choosing cannabis stocks in the market. Don’t miss today’s episode and get insights and understanding of th...2021-01-2719 minPlant ProblemsWow! How Much Do You Want For That?Pricing cannabis seems like a no-brainer until you dig your boots into the ground and realize that it’s really not. Being in a new industry, buyers and sellers tend to rely a lot on guesswork instead of an established flower pricing system, which does not exist at all for both wholesale and retail. Aware that this is a moving target at present, Tony Frischknecht nevertheless believes that there is a way that buyers and sellers can agree on standard flower prices. For this, he proposes to use simple grading systems based on three flower qualities: density, smell, and po...2021-01-2016 minPlant ProblemsFrom The Closet To The Greenhouse Part 2 Of 2 With Matt GillardThere are a number of growers in the industry who started their careers in the closet. This is all too familiar with Matt Gillard, whose journey started from illegally smuggling to legally growing his own commercial cannabis with Jamaco LLC. Picking up right where we left off, Tony Frischknecht continues his interview with Matt, where he now shares the tough decision he has to make in business: looking to bring on an investor and choosing what direction to go to. He takes us across some of the challenges he has to overcome and his plans for the coming 2021. Join in...2021-01-1329 minPlant ProblemsFrom The Closet To The Greenhouse Part 1 Of 2 With Matt GillardCannabis is an industry most people ignore, and therefore they miss all the fun and benefits it has to offer. Matt Gillard saw the opportunity to grow commercial cannabis ever since he was young, though his dream did not start in the most legal way. As he sits down with Tony Frischknecht, he shares the interesting story of how he left his illegal smuggling ways in favor of starting a legal cannabis greenhouse to grow the plant for legal purposes in the form of Jamaco, LLC. He details how he has surpassed his brother in terms of business growth...2021-01-0637 minPlant ProblemsThis Digital Currency Will Make Your Store And Customers Safe With Dan StofkaMore and more businesses are working on running cash-free in this digital age, especially in the cannabis industry, where it has a banking problem. In this episode, Tony Frischknecht sits down with Dan Stofka, the CTO of KIND Financial, to talk about the digital currency that will make your store and customers safe. He talks about the hurdles many faces when it comes to banking and finding partners and shares the benefits of going cashless. Follow Tony and Dan in this conversation as they teach you how to take cash out of the equation and make everyone’s life easi...2020-12-3027 minPlant ProblemsMassive Social Equity Opportunities In Massachusetts Part 8 Of 8 With Flavia HungaroYou can’t always do it on your own if you’re looking to make big moves in your cannabis business. Having a business partner can make things a lot easier, but it can also be your undoing if you do it wrong. There are a number of reasons why business partners work out and there are millions of reasons why people have bad relationships with business partners. How do you determine who a good business partner is and what they're going to bring to the table? Tony Frischknecht tackles this in this last installment of his conversation with Loco...2020-12-2327 minPlant ProblemsMassive Social Equity Opportunities in Massachusetts Part 7 Of 8 With Flavia HungaroThere is a lot going on behind the scenes in an entrepreneur’s personal life as they build a thriving cannabis business. As a result, personal finance becomes this one, huge consideration in their business plan. For many, it is a delicate balancing act between being able to pay personal bills while taking care of the things that the business needs to grow. The failure to achieve this balance has been the undoing of many a business, and you simply don’t want yours to be one of them. Tony Frischknecht and Locomotion Cannabis owner, Flavia Hungaro tackle this topic...2020-12-1658 minPlant ProblemsMassive Social Equity Opportunities in Massachusetts Part 6 of 8 With Flavia HungaroWhat is a triple net lease and what’s included in it? In part six of eight segments, Tony Frischknecht and Flavia Hungaro, the owner of the new company called Locomotion Cannabis, discuss triple net lease lessons. They also touch on the limits to grow operations and how you can eliminate them. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How »Join the Plant Problems Community today:blackmarketbook.comLinkedInInstagramFacebookYouTube2020-12-0925 minPlant ProblemsMassive Social Equity Opportunities In Massachusetts Part 5 of 8 With Flavia HungaroAs with any business, opening and marketing a cannabis store involves a lot of struggles. In part five of a series of eight interviews with Flavia Hungaro, the owner of the new company called Locomotion Cannabis, Tony Frischknecht and Flavia talk about the challenges one may encounter when opening and marketing a dispensary. Tune in to this episode to find out what they are so you can make the necessary preparations with your own business.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How »Join the Plant Pro...2020-12-0218 minPlant ProblemsMassive Social Equity Opportunities In Massachusetts Part 4 of 8 With Flavia HungaroGoing into business with a family member or friend adds a different dynamic to it. You have to be very mindful of your decisions because at the end of the day, they’re giving you some financial backing from their own pockets. In part 4 of 8 episodes, Tony Frischknecht and Flavia Hungaro, the owner of the new company called Locomotion Cannabis, talk about the role your friends and family play in setting up your business. Costs are expensive and everything's going up, but with people who care for you on your side, everything is possible.Lo...2020-11-2526 minPlant ProblemsMassive Social Equity Opportunities In Massachusetts Part 3 of 8 With Flavia HungaroSocial equity is concerned with fairness of social policy and justice. In the third part of Tony Frischknecht’s interview with Flavia Hungaro, the owner of the new company called Locomotion Cannabis, Flavia talks about the massive social equity opportunities she has found in Massachusetts, focusing on lease options and the importance of leases for your business. She goes through the social equity programs being implemented in the areas where she has leases, and outlines the multiple roadblocks she encountered in setting up her business in those places. Don’t miss this part of the interview for some lessons you...2020-11-1825 minPlant ProblemsMassive Social Equity Opportunities In Massachusetts Part 2 of 8 With Flavia HungaroIn the cannabis space, the opportunities in grow and retail are increasing. In the second episode of an eight-part series on Massive Social Equity Opportunities in Massachusetts, Tony Frischknecht and Flavia Hungaro, a cannabis entrepreneur and the owner of the new company called Locomotion Cannabis, talk about the vast opportunities in grow and retail and whether one has to be an expert to build a cannabis business. At the end of the day, it's all about numbers when you get into a higher level in this industry. 2020-11-1118 minPlant ProblemsMassive Social Equity Opportunities In Massachusetts Part 1 Of 8Fresh opportunities are waving to aspiring cannabusinesses who wish to take advantage of social equity programs in the state of Massachusetts. On the thick of building a business around this incredible opportunity is Flavia Hungaro, owner of a new company called Locomotion Cannabis. In this eight-part series, Flavia and host Tony Frischknecht walk us through these opportunities and the things that Flavia is doing to set her business up for success. In this first episode, we get to know the woman behind all of this. Immigrating from Brazil as a young woman in 2003, Flavia became a medical cannabis caregiver...2020-11-0422 minPlant ProblemsWhat Explosive Cannabis Stock Gained 696% Since It Went Public?Have you ever considered investing in cannabis stock? How do you even begin to do that? On today’s podcast, Tony Frischknecht walks us through some great stock that’s been doing well for him since he purchased them. He also talks a little bit about an explosive cannabis stock which gained 696% since it went public. Do you want to know what it is? Stay tuned to this episode.2020-10-2815 minPlant ProblemsHow To Be Financially Prepared For A Possible Second LockdownIf there is anything to be said about the current environment we are in, it is that it really pays to be prepared. With everything being already unpredictable as they are, business owners should create back-up plans to save themselves from any damages later on. Fitting in this context, Tony Frischknecht talks about how you can be financially prepared if there is a second lockdown. Join him in this brief episode to get right to it.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How »Join the Pla...2020-10-2112 minPlant ProblemsHow The Midwest States Are Taking Social Equity Seriously And What It Does To The Cannabis Industry99% of the states out there have some form of hurdle that you, as a business owner, will need to overcome to do legal business, especially in an industry like the cannabis industry. Fortunately, there are some exciting things that are happening in the Midwest States. They are now taking social equity seriously. Tony Frischknecht keeps us on top of these things as he talks about the leap the Midwest is doing and what it allows those in this field. Join him as he expands more.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!2020-10-1410 minPlant ProblemsThe Three Pillars Of Business SuccessHow do you define success in business? Is it a certain dollar value? Is it a certain lifestyle? Is it a certain level of contribution to making the world a better place? Is it the joy of being able to do something you believe in? We are ticked differently from each other and there are as many definitions of success as there are entrepreneurs. In this episode, Tony Frischknecht reflects upon these questions in the context of cannabis business and shares the three things that define success for him. Listen in, find out where you stand in each of...2020-10-0717 minPlant ProblemsHelios Sanitizer Company – 6 Months Since Startup And Beyond With Axie BlundonThe coronavirus pandemic has seen a lot of industrial businesses pivot to hand sanitizer production as demand for these products increased exponentially. Among these is Helios Sanitizer Company, a newly-founded hand sanitizer business which – believe it or not – was repurposed from a white label CBD production facility owned by cannabis entrepreneur, Axie Blundon. Seeing a need for the product in the market, as well as an opportunity to simultaneously attract customers to his cannabis business, Axie took a shot and started on the new business with passion. What does the business look like six months after its inception? What’s comi...2020-09-3041 minPlant ProblemsBeating 280e With Audit-Free Accounting With Kevin WannlundMost businesses in most industries are struggling in these difficult times, but cannabis business owners are receiving a double blow because of the 280e provision of the tax code, which still applies to cannabis, which is classified by the DEA as a Schedule I controlled substance. Because of this, cannabis businesses are not only taxed more heavily than they should, they also find themselves ineligible for federal funding, including PPP loans. How can you make the most out of this situation? The answer may be in your balance sheets. Join Tony Frischknecht as he interviews the 280e CFO, Kevin...2020-09-2330 minPlant ProblemsThe Parallels And Differences Between The Cannabis And Hemp Industries: Interview By Charlie Piermarini Of The Medically Assisted CBD PodcastMany people still interchange Cannabis with Hemp. Here to make it all clear for you is Tony Frischknecht himself as he joins the Medically Assisted CBD podcast of Charlie Piermarini. Taking the hot seat, Tony gives us the parallels between the CBD and Hemp industries as well as their differences. He shares his insights into what he is seeing in both of them in the future and whether they are going to soar or sink. Join him in this crossover episode, where he discusses more with Charlie the Cannabis and Hemp space.Love the...2020-09-1633 minPlant ProblemsE60 | The Lifesaver Bill In California That’s Providing The Much-Needed Tax Freeze For Cannabis BusinessesThere is an exciting thing brewing in California that could be a lifesaver for many people on the West Coast. The California Cannabis Industry Association, alongside the coalition of cannabis industry leaders, businesses, and organizations, strongly support SB 827 budget and fiscal review committee. What does this mean? How will it affect the cannabis industry? Where is the future heading with this? Tony Frischknecht answers these questions and more in this brief yet timely episode, preparing you of what's ahead should this new development provide the much-needed tax certainty for licensed cannabis businesses. Love the s...2020-09-1009 minPlant ProblemsGetting Familiar With 280E: A Different Method of AccountingAre you familiar with 280E for your dispensary business? In this episode, Tony Frischknecht goes into a deep dive on how Section 280E affects your cannabis business and a different method of accounting to work around 280E. The way the taxes are set up for a cannabis business doesn’t allow you to grow your business. Tony shares some firsthand knowledge that can help you mitigate the impact of 280E and scale your dispensary. Through the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, learn how IRC Section 471(c) can help reduce the taxes on your business. Tune in and get to kn...2020-09-0924 minPlant ProblemsUnderstanding Your Customer From The Perspective Of A New User With Brooke BevanUnderstanding your customer as a dispensary owner or grower plays a huge part. In this episode, Brooke Bevan joins Tony Frischknecht to share her perspective on cannabis as a new user and how she changed her view on cannabis from something negative and disruptive to positive. Get to know how Brook opened up to the idea of using medical cannabis for her condition and how the Canadian government is helping through their healthcare system. Brooke and Tony discuss the benefits of using cannabis and the effects it has had on the community and the whole environment of it. Learn...2020-09-0229 minPlant ProblemsHow To Allay The Fears Of The New Customer Part 1New markets are opening up for recreational cannabis as some states begin to ease up on their restrictions and open up to the product. Naturally, new cannabis customers would need time to adjust to buying recreational cannabis from a licensed physical store. How can you allay their fears, make them comfortable and make sure that they come back and spread the word about your business? How do you build trust with the customers and the rest of the business community? Tony Frischknecht shares some tips on what you can do to give the best experience to you end user...2020-08-2616 minPlant ProblemsThe Economic And Social Benefits Of Cannabis Legalization With Former Kansas United States Attorney Barry GrissomWhy is cannabis prohibition a waste in so many levels and what does legalization mean for the economy and social justice? These issues are close to the heart of Barry Grissom, who joins Tony Frischknecht in this episode. Barry is the United States Attorney for the district of Kansas from 2010 to 2016. He also works as general counsel for Electrum Partners, where he works with people in the cannabis industry to give them a direction on how they can be successful in whatever endeavor they're involved in. In this interview, Barry tells us why cannabis legalization is...2020-08-1932 minPlant ProblemsHarnessing The Power Of The World's First Ultra Food With Miguel NeumannWhen people talk about cannabis, they usually focus on growing, selling, and the business side of it as well as its medical properties. However, there are many nutrients, minerals, and vitamins that are in the plant that are hardly ever discussed. On today’s podcast, Tony Frischknecht chats with Miguel Neumann from CBDMEX about the nutrient side of the plant and why it’s considered the world’s first ultra-food. Miguel is an experienced business owner with a demonstrated history of working in the health wellness and fitness industry.Love the show? Subs...2020-08-1220 minPlant ProblemsSix Mistakes I Have Made As An InvestorWhen you are trying to grow a business or investing in one, it’s no secret that you will encounter struggles or make mistakes along the way. On today’s podcast, Tony Frischknecht shares six major mistakes he’s made as an investor. A simple mistake can cost a lot, especially when you’re investing in something seriously. Remember these simple guidelines to help you keep yourself in check when you're looking at future deals.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How »Join the Plant Problems Co...2020-08-0522 minPlant ProblemsFeel State: Helping Small Business In The Cannabis Industry Succeed With David MelnickThere are big and tough competitions out there in the cannabis industry that small businesses find it difficult to break through, offer their products, and make a name for themselves. Understanding that most businesses in the industry are more or less a startup, David Melnick started his company, Feel State—working with the primary business model to work with independently-owned and operated Feel State branded dispensaries to help the small business entrepreneur. In this episode, he sits down with host, Tony Frischknecht, to share the amazing work they have been doing and some insights on what it is like to be...2020-07-2940 minPlant ProblemsUnderstanding Cannabis Strain Names With Conal RosanbalmOne of the many confusions that many people who are just starting out in the cannabis industry struggle with is the various strain names of cannabis. More often than not, it becomes overwhelming to identify which is which, especially as strange brand names start to pop up. In this episode, Tony Frischknecht interviews Conal Rosanbalm, the wholesale manager of Kind Love in Denver, Colorado, to help us become familiar with the different strains available out there and how you can get yours. Conal also takes us into what they do over at Kind Love, how they pick their strains, tes...2020-07-2223 minPlant ProblemsKeeping Your Options Open: On Gathering Data To Grow Your Cannabis BusinessIn the midst of their busy day-to-day lives, many business owners encounter difficulty finding the time to really look at their business market and see what’s missing. Sometimes, it helps more to take your foot off the gas, relax for a while, and regain perspective on what’s really happening out there. In this episode, Tony Frischknecht flies solo to talk about the many sides to get business analytics without burying your head deep in your own business processes. He talks about gathering data from feedback and even camaraderie and then shares data from BDS Analytics about emerging mark...2020-07-1517 minPlant ProblemsThe Impact Of Cannabis Legalization On Tourism With Susan DupejWhen Colorado allowed people from outside of the state to come and purchase cannabis legally, it felt like a tidal wave was happening. The cannabis industry and business owners were caught surprised at how many people took an interest in the state, planning not only their vacations but also businesses. Speaking about the changes brought forth by this move in 2014 by the State, Tony Frischknecht invites to the show Susan Dupej, a Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) Post-Doctoral Fellow at the University of Guelph whose research interest focuses on the impact of cannabis legalization on the tourism i...2020-07-0826 minPlant ProblemsCBD: How To Do It Right With Charlie PiermariniDespite its amazing benefits to its users, the CBD industry is relatively young and has had some challenges in terms of maintaining the product quality in accordance with medical and legal constraints. Charlie Piermarini, the CEO and Founder of Restorative CBD, believes in doing things right and putting out the best quality product. CBD is a rapidly booming business, and stakeholders should take positive steps to see it move forward. Charlie sees the value of education as a critical component in getting patients and medical professionals on the same boat about what the product can and cannot do. Listen as...2020-07-0129 minPlant ProblemsUnpacking Social Equity In The Cannabis Industry With Chris NaniSocial equity programs are a relatively recent development in the cannabis industry that is designed to help individuals, families, and communities victimized by cannabis criminalization and the war on drugs. Many of these programs, however, are doomed to fail, owing to such problems as corruption, lack of transparency, and severely limited funding. Ironically, this dire situation exists at a time when social equity is just gaining traction in public opinion. Joining Tony Frischknecht to talk about this is Chris Nani, the Founder of the cannabis publication, Endo Insider. Chris has worked in the social equity subfield of the cannabis in...2020-06-2422 minPlant ProblemsConflict Resolution: Saving Profits By Paying Your Attorney Less With Bill StierleEncountering problems in business is inevitable. While some can be resolved quickly, there will be cases where you have to get attorneys involved; and yes, you will have to pay for them. For those who are new to the cannabis industry, this means additional expenses and less profit. How then can you avail an attorney to help you resolve these conflicts? Tony Frischknecht has the guest for you in this episode. He invites Bill Stierle—founder of Corporate Culture Development, a master of conflict resolution, and host of Purchasing Truth—to share how you can pay less to attorneys and kee...2020-06-1744 minPlant ProblemsHow To Produce A Product The Right Way In China With Gary And David RossAs the world becomes more globalized, producing a product for your business comes with more options than ever. Cutting costs, an efficient way to do this is producing products overseas, and one of the countries that immediately comes to mind is China. However, manufacturing your products outside of the country comes with its own sets of challenges. In this episode, Tony Frischknecht brings over father and son, Gary Ross and David Ross of Essential Extraction Corporations, to tell us their knowledge and experience on how to produce a product the right way in China. They break down the processes that...2020-06-1040 minPlant ProblemsAutomating Your Hemp Process With Reid Vander VeenWith hemp being completely legal already, some farmers are taking a large acreage of their lands and flipping to hemp. Today, Tony Frischknecht talks with Reid Vander Veen, the Director of Marketing at Hemp Processing Solutions based in Harrisburg, South Dakota. Reid talks about automating hemp, building the industrial side of the hemp processing, the measures they are taking, and how it affects other crops and even cattle. He introduced the BudRubber and BioMaster machines, both breaking down the plant and separating the fibrous material from the flower material, but following different processes. He also talks about the current...2020-06-0331 min
Plant ProblemsHow To Keep Your Small Business Safe With Kurt BadertscherBecause a small business, as its name implies, does work on a much smaller scale, as a business owner, you have to be much more careful. It’s a scary time, and your small business could and will suffer if you don’t have the proper protective measures in place to protect you, your employees, and your customers. Kurt Badertscher is the Co-Owner of Otoké Horticulture. He joins Tony Frischknecht to talk about preventive and protective measures a small business should implement. If anything, as a business owner, you have to make sure that safety is your number one prior...2020-05-2728 minPlant ProblemsEnding The Prohibition In Mexico With Juan GarciaIn recent years, Mexico’s leaders have driven a movement to legalize cannabis. In 2017, President Enrique Peña Nieto signed a bill legalizing cannabis for medical use. In 2018, Miguel Torruco, Mexico’s Tourism Minister, called for recreational use on a state-by-state basis. In the same year, former President Vicente Fox held a cannabis conference with high-level government, scientific, and business leaders in Guanajuato. On today’s show, the former president’s right-hand man, Juan Garcia of Red Eagle Global Resources, joins Tony Frischknecht to talk about finally ending the cannabis prohibition in Mexico. He shares his insight on why Mexico ha...2020-05-2029 minPlant ProblemsCannabis: Cultivating Women Leaders With Jamie Pearson, CEO Of Bhang CorporationIn many industries, women leaders still seem to be somewhat of a rarity because women are still trying to navigate the spaces that have been set up before them. With the rise of women leaders in various industries, especially the cannabis industry, empowerment is at an all-time high, and cultivating women leaders has never been easier than it is today. The President and CEO of Bhang, Inc., Jamie Pearson is a second-generation cannabis executive. She joins Tony Frischknecht in a frank discussion about how women leaders are finding their way in the cannabis industry. With Jamie’s impressive achievements, he...2020-05-1337 minPlant ProblemsThree Powerful Ways to Control Fear?As its name implies, over-the-counter medication is astoundingly easy to get, despite the threats that some of their ingredients pose to the regular person. Of course, different medications affect different people in different ways, but we tend to underestimate the harm that continued use of some common over-the-counter medication ingredients can bring. Tony Frischknecht explores the problems that can be caused by over-the-counter medication. It’s important to get a better understanding of the risk you’re taking by relying on some of that easy-to-obtain medication. Let Tony guide you through some facts and figures that will have you seei...2020-05-0621 minPlant ProblemsOpportunity Knocks For The CBD Industry With Axie BlundonThe production of white label CBD is changing the cannabis industry as we know and understand it. The boom in white label CBD has created a renaissance of sorts for the industry, encouraging more variety in the products being put out there. Tony Frischknecht chats with Axie Blundon, the CEO and Founder of Brandstracts, and the Co-Founder of Straight Hemp. With the growing number of redundant CBD products saturating the market, Axie believes that white label CBD can promote the production of more kinds of cannabis, to cater to more people with differing concerns. Cannabis is truly a wonder...2020-04-2936 minPlant ProblemsCreating a Cannabis Application that works with Social Equity Expert Chris NaniThe concept of social equity as a subset of human rights is often ignored by the system that we currently function in. Especially under the watchful eyes of a government-mandated drug war, social equity is placed by the backburner and this often blows back on less privileged communities. Tony Frischknecht is joined by Chris Nani, an attorney, journalist, social equity advocate, and the Founder of Endo Insider. Chris talks about social equity in relation to the ongoing drug war and how social equity, down the line, can protect the communities being targeted by the drug war. It’s a to...2020-04-2241 minPlant ProblemsThe Body And CBD: FDA updates CongressThe FDA has addressed a report to the US House Committee of Appropriations and the US Senate Committee of Appropriations concerning CBD. On today’s show, Tony Frischknecht looks into this report and reflects back on some similar meetings that took place in 2008-2009 about medical cannabis, relating it to the current issue at hand. He highlights the concerns he has about the report, mainly the associated health risks of CBD that were pointed out. He also points out that included in the report is FDA’s willingness to open their doors for discussions. Tread carefully when dealing with the...2020-04-1512 minPlant ProblemsBreaking Down The Cannabis Business OwnerWith the growing interest in the cannabis industry, there’s a wide range of people that are excited about being in it. On today’s show, Tony Frischknecht describes the three types of cannabis business owners and share his thoughts in between them. At the end of the day, there is no perfect person to work with. But you got to decide where your dollar goes the furthest and how you can be successful.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How »2020-04-0824 minPlant ProblemsProcessing Cannabis: Why Do We Buy New Equipment? With Andy CohenAs more and more states legalize cannabis, business opportunities and demands also rise proportionately. The industry is in the phase of figuring out the best methods for processing cannabis and with what equipment. The Buying Assistant of Aaron Equipment Company, Andy Cohen, joins Tony Frischknecht to talk about what’s happening to their side of the fence which is equipment. Andy gives his insight on the flow of the cannabis market and why information is a powerful tool in this industry. He also touches on how the companies and banks behave when it comes to this business, and the bi...2020-03-0732 minPlant ProblemsCannabis Angst: It’s Your Move With Belle RobertsonMany of us always have reasons to drink alcohol, and most of these reasons stem from our very own minds. Today, Tony Frischknecht interviews Belle Robertson, a sober coach and the author of Tired of Thinking About Drinking. Sharing her journey to sobriety, Belle narrates how she was able to resist all reasons prompting her to take a sip and illustrates the challenge of quitting and staying sober. She believes in the importance of rewarding yourself for being sober and how anyone can do it by taking one step at a time with your sober coach.2020-02-2737 minPlant ProblemsThe Rise Of The Cannabis Industry: The Inside Track, Part 1 With Chet MeltonThe cannabis industry has experienced a large boom the past few years, especially with the worldwide influence of social media as a platform. That said, there are still challenges that the industry has to face, considering that marijuana as a product is still not completely legal all over the world. Chet Melton has been a leader in the growing marijuana industry for decades. He joins Tony Frischknecht to talk about the rapidly changing landscape of the marijuana market. It’s only a matter of time before this industry sees another large boom internationally....2020-02-1931 minPlant ProblemsGetting Hooked On The TaxTaxes going up is as natural as prices going up. In this episode, host Tony Frischknecht talks about a realization during an MJBizCon event in 2019. A lot of what was being discussed through the different people that he met along the way was California and their tax increase. With this tax growth comes a normal feeling of being scared especially when competing with the black market. Tony explains to us why tax is being raised, including the ramifications of these taxes and how they’re going to hit you, most likely devastating your businesses.2020-02-1218 minPlant ProblemsThe Best Kept Secrets To Cannabis EmploymentA lot of people have expressed interest in working in the cannabis industry, but how do they go about doing that? One thing is for sure, it’s not that difficult but it’s going to take a little bit of work on your side. In this episode, Tony Frischknecht reveals the best-kept secrets to cannabis employment. This episode will save you a lot of time and will also help you determine if you want to be an employee in the cannabis industry.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!2020-02-0516 minPlant ProblemsCannabis Or BustIn this episode, host Anthony Frischknecht, the author of From Black Market To The Man, gives us a quick rundown into starting a cannabis business. Starting this business as a challenge to himself, Tony was eventually able to grow it and is now running two dispensaries with an annual revenue of $6.5M in sales. Listen to this podcast as Tony shares what to expect and what to do when starting your own medical marijuana business.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How »Join...2019-12-1113 minPlant ProblemsCannabis: From Black Market To The Man: Understanding The Marijuana Industry With Anthony Frischknecht And Mark YuzuikPeople often look at the medical marijuana field from a bad angle, thinking it as an addictive drug and nothing more. However, when you do your homework, get the right information, and investigate, you’ll find that there is actually more than what meets the eye. In this cross-episode, Anthony Frischknecht takes his turn on the hot seat and gives the microphone to Mark Yuzuik, a world-renowned hypnotist and transformation expert, to talk about the marijuana industry. With his book on-hand, From Black Market to The Man, Tony shares with us the value and the benefits of this business, ma...2019-12-1120 min