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High Spirits: The Cannabis Business Podcast#096 - Fixing California Cannabis: Taxes, Reform & What Comes Next w/ Amy O'Gorman JenkinsSend us a textAmy O'Gorman Jenkins, one of California's most influential cannabis lobbyists and director of the California Cannabis Operators Association (CaCOA), breaks down the critical fight to reform cannabis taxes and save the state's struggling legal market. The industry faces a dire situation with legal cannabis sales dropping 30% since 2021 and a recent automatic tax increase from 15% to 19% that represents a 25% hike for consumers.• Legal cannabis sales in California have dropped 30% since Q2 of 2021• The cannabis excise tax just increased from 15% to 19% on July 1st, creating a combined tax burden of approximately 38%• AB 564...2025-07-1052 min
Birdshot PodcastReload #291 | The Straight Shooting Guide for Bird Hunters to Improve Accuracy and Mount with Will and AnthonyIn this action-packed episode of the Birdshot Podcast, host Nick Larson sits down with two of the biggest names in the world of wing shooting: Will Primos, hunting legend and the voice behind Primos Hunting Calls, and Anthony Matarese, world-renowned competitive shooter. Together, they discuss their new book Straight Shooting for Hunters: A Champion’s Guide to Using Shotguns in the Field, sharing invaluable tips on improving wing shooting skills and maximizing every hunting opportunity.
Will and Anthony reveal their journeys through the world of shooting, offering advice for hunters of all levels on ho...2025-07-071h 17
Primary & Secondary PodcastWill Larson Armorer 2018My friend Will Larson, Semper Paratus, passed on June 29, 2019. I had known him by reputation as one of the best AR15 armorers and armorer instructors alive at the time. We had many common friends and we began interacting online in low-information gun groups. We upset a lot of people by bringing factual information into the discussions. At times, they were fun tag team interactions that are still somewhere on Facebook. I eventually attended one of his AR15 armorer courses and found it surpassed every other course on the subject that I had attended. He presented the information in a...2025-06-3058 min
Minnesota Twins ChatHow Will The Twins Respond To Pablo Lopez's Injury?On their recent road trip, the Twins lost starting pitcher Pablo Lopez to injury. How will the club respond? And what will be the keys to maintaining their success until Lopez's return? Also, Baily Ober has had a dip in velocity recently. Is he possibly also headed to the injured list? We also break down the improving performance of Royce Lewis. And, we take a look at the standings.2025-06-1042 min
The Neal Larson ShowWill's Spiritual Battle with CancerSend us a text On this special episode we joined by Will, who shares an intimate update on his cancer journey—his battle with throat cancer, the toll it has taken on his body, and the profound spiritual experiences he’s had along the way. Will recounts how his body and mind have struggled, the treatments he’s faced at the Mayo Clinic, and the decision to live life to the fullest despite the prognosis. They touch on Will’s near-death experiences, the spiritual strength he’s found, and how this illness has changed his perspective. Throughout, Will’s raw...2025-05-3021 min
High Spirits: The Cannabis Business Podcast#088 - Why C-Stores Could Shape the Future of Cannabis & Hemp Beverages w/ Melissa VonderHaar, Managing Director of iSee TradeWorksSend us a textConvenience stores are positioned to introduce cannabis to a new wave of consumers with their unmatched retail footprint of 150,000 locations nationwide and accessibility to 90% of Americans within a 10-minute drive.• Convenience stores have evolved from selling "gas, cokes, and smokes" to embracing new categories as tobacco sales decline• Lower-dose (5mg) THC products outperform higher-dose options in convenience, indicating these stores attract cannabis newcomers• The National Association of Convenience Stores now allows hemp-derived THC beverage companies to join as supplier partners• Convenience retailers process more ID checks daily than the TSA...2025-05-1654 min
High Spirits: The Cannabis Business Podcast#084 - Less Hype, More Grit: Mitchell Osak on the Cannabis IndustrySend us a textMitchell Osak, veteran cannabis consultant and founder of Cannabis Management Review, joins us to share insights on navigating the complex cannabis business landscape and finding success through fundamental business principles.• Hemp and cannabis policy debates highlight the challenges of finding middle ground in an increasingly polarized environment• Cannabis business dynamics parallel historical precedents from Renaissance trading states to modern boom-bust cycles• Companies that focus on core fundamentals like capital efficiency and operational excellence are weathering industry challenges best• Successful cannabis leaders like Mike DiGiulio (Village Farms) and Zach George...2025-04-1846 min
High Spirits: The Cannabis Business Podcast#082 - How The Tariff War Will Reshape the Cannabis Industry w/ Ben & AnnaRaeSend us a textThe world of cannabis isn't isolated from global economic shifts—it's deeply embedded in them. When the Trump administration announced sweeping new tariffs against major trading partners, from China to Canada, few analysts considered how these protectionist measures would impact an industry that's already entirely domestic by legal necessity.In this deep-diving conversation, Ben and Anna Rae unpack the paradox at the heart of cannabis economics: an industry that already achieves the "domestic manufacturing" goal that tariffs supposedly promote, yet still struggles with profitability and scale. The new trade war creates a...2025-04-0446 min
High Spirits: The Cannabis Business Podcast#081 - How Will Alcohol Regulations Impact the Future of THC Drinks? w/ Neil Willner, Counsel at Vicente.Send us a text🌿🎙️ Join us on High Spirits as Ben & AnnaRae dive into a hot topic that's reshaping the landscape of the cannabis beverage industry. As states begin to align hemp beverage regulations with those governing alcohol, the implications for brands, manufacturers, distributors, and consumers are significant. This episode explores the legislative shift that is integrating hemp beverages into the alcohol regulatory framework, spotlighting new challenges and opportunities within the industry, and breaking down some of the common contract language found in this environment.🚀 𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲: In this discussion, we're joined by Neil M. Willner, Counsel at Vicente LLP. Neil brings his extensive expertise in cann...2025-03-2858 min
High Spirits: The Cannabis Business Podcast#077 - Multi-State Brand Building with Miss Grass w/ CEO and Co-Founder, Kate MillerSend us a textJoin Ben Larson & AnnaRae Grabstein on High Spirits as they explore the journey of transforming a hemp marketplace and media site into a multi-state cannabis brand with a strong community focus. We'll be joined by Kate Miller, co-founder and CEO of Miss Grass , who has masterfully steered the brand from its roots as a hemp marketplace to a prominent player in the regulated cannabis market.🚀 𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲: In this deep dive, Kate will share her strategies for cultivating a dedicated community, the challenges and triumphs of scaling in a highly competitive industry, and the pivotal decisions that have shaped Miss Grass...2025-02-2848 min
Cosmic Valkyrie with Lynn Louise LarsonFate and Free Will in Personal and Professional Evolution: Destiny and DecisionSend us a textThis episode explores the intersection of fate and free will, using the metaphor of the Greek goddesses of fate to illustrate personal journeys and choices. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on their own experiences, confront limiting beliefs, and embrace the power of conscious decision-making.• The Moray: Three Fates and life phases • The cave as a metaphor for pre-life contracts • The importance of personal growth and evolution • Recognizing societal change and obstacles • The connection between financial beliefs and self-worth • By-passing limiting beliefs for personal empowerment • Making decisions aligned wi...2025-02-0515 min
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondHeads Will Roll: Exploring Tudor ExecutionsDiscover the grim tales of those who met their fate on the executioner’s block and the political intrigue behind these brutal acts. This episode reveals the ruthless justice that shaped a turbulent era.
Book: Tudor Executions
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Host: Rebecca Larson
Guest: Helene Harrison2024-12-1754 min
The Gametime GuruTaylor Larson: Wife of a Sports Fan and Sports PodcasterToday I have the honor and privilege of bringing to the show, my wife, Taylor Larson. I'm so glad she decided to join me for a conversation because she's my travel buddy and has been with me since this podcast started. I'll ask her about what it's like with me being an Ohio State fan, especially during the week of Ohio State and Michigan, and what it's like from a wife's perspective to have to handle a passionate sports fan (many can relate to this one) We will also talk about some of her favorite g...2024-11-2914 min
Youngstown Click - Be ConnectedHE DECIDED TO STAY IN YOUNGTOWN, OH - NOW, HIS FIRM WORKS WITH CLIENTS IN 42 STATES!Send us a textEVERY BUSINESS NEEDS HELP. No one of us is an island and we all need a good network around us! In today's episode, I highlight a local man who helps businesses succeed! "You go to an accountant to get questions answered (taxes, compliance, audit work). When you go to an advisor, they are the ones asking questions." Meet Tim Petrey, founder of HD Growth Partners, orphaned at an early age, YSU graduate, and Youngstown, OH cheerleader! You will learn so much in our latest podcast with another great place an...2024-11-2554 min
High Spirits: The Cannabis Business Podcast#067 - Election Recap w/ Returning Guest, Hirsh Jain of Ananda StrategySend us a textJoin Ben and AnnaRae on Thursday for a special post-election recording of High Spirits as we unpack Tuesday's election results, focusing specifically on the presidential race, various state ballot measures related to cannabis, and the broader implications for hemp and cannabis policy. We're thrilled to welcome back Hirsh Jain, one of our industry's brightest policy minds, for an in-depth analysis of what these results might mean for the future of cannabis legalization and regulation.🚀 𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲: In this special post-election breakdown, Hirsh Jain from Ananda Strategy will help us navigate through the various state results, including the six cannabis-related b...2024-11-0858 min
The Clay Lab Network PodcastZachary Larson - GA State FITASC & Super Sporting, Quail Hunts & Club Management - MSA PodcastSend us a textZac Larson, the general manager of Old Hudson Plantation, shares insights about the club's operations, innovations, and community involvement. He discusses the unique features of the facility, including elevated targets and covered shooting stands, as well as the importance of youth programs and coaching. They cover everything from sporting clays, quail hunting, tournaments, and club management. The conversation highlights the club's commitment to providing a welcoming atmosphere for shooters of all levels and the various events and competitions hosted at Old Hudson. Old Hudson Plantation is in the heart of the Southeast Region...2024-11-0743 min
Bob Larson PodcastElection Results 2024 will America be Great AgainNow that Election 2024 is over, and we finally know that Trump will be our next President, what does this mean? The answer to that question is especially important to those who believe that the Bible is the Word of God. Christians see the hand of God, or the working of
the devil, in social and political events. None is more significant than the election every four years of a new President. The outcome of the most expensive and the most vitriolic campaign in America’s history is at an end. Dr. Bob Larson takes a spiritual warfare perspective on what th...2024-11-0621 min
Jeffry Washington[download pdf] An Elegant Puzzle: Systems of Engineering Management By Will Larson (Author) Full Episodehttps://yuandipro.firebaseapp.com/?GASS=1732265186 . Click This Link To Access An Elegant Puzzle: Systems of Engineering Management by Will Larson (Author) Book Supports all formats, Such as: EPUB, PDF , AZW3, MOBI, IBA, & RTF Book Title: An Elegant Puzzle: Systems of Engineering Management Book Author: Will Larson (Author) Book Rating: 9+ ratings Powered by Firstory Hosting2024-10-1800 min
Running Strong: Running and Strength Training Tips for Everyday Athletes181: Can You Lose Weight and Perform Well? - w/ Alex Larson, RDAlex Larson is a Registered Dietitian whose mission is to help you eat food you love that also supports your goals as an endurance athlete.
Alex and I got together a couple weeks ago to discuss a wide range of topics in regards to endurance nutrition, from race day fueling to carb loading to recovery to our mutual love of breakfast.
And yes, as you can see from my admittedly click-baity title, we also spent a little time discussing weight loss and whether or not it's possible to responsibly lose weight while training.
...2024-10-181h 18Bob Larson PodcastTHIS WILL PROOF YOUR LIFE AGAINST WITCHCRAFTAre you the target of a witchcraft curse? You may suspect that an ex-lover or former friend has turned against you and done witchcraft. That witchcraft might be deliberate. They could have done voodoo on you. Or that witchcraft could take the form of constant intense hatred, looking for ways to seek revenge. Either way, your physical and spiritual life could be in jeopardy. Dr. Bob Larson offers specific advice regarding what to do to prevent and respond to witchcraft curses. Proof your life against witchcraft with these crucial steps. And be sure that you stay with Bob until the...2024-10-1129 min
Birdshot PodcastStraight Shooting for Hunters with Will Primos and Anthony MatareseJoined by Will Primos and Anthony Matarese, we discuss a newly released book authored by the two, Straight Shooting For Hunters: A Champion’s Guide to Using Shotguns in the Field.Show Highlights:
Straight Shooting for Hunters
What Will and Anthony hope readers gain from the book
How to maintain focus on the target
Assessing and addressing eye dominance issues
How can bird hunters improve their wingshooting
An efficient gun mount is a “fast” gun mount
How to practice on the clays course for wingshooting
READ | Straight Shooting for Hunter...2024-10-111h 20Bob Larson PodcastTHIS WILL PROOF YOUR LIFE AGAINST WITCHCRAFTDr. Bob Larson believes that Christians can be affected by curses. He has
authored a full-length book on that topic entitled “Curse Breaking.” In addition, Larson has
several social media sites with hundreds of videos which discuss the various aspects of curses
and how to break them. In this episode, Larson explains how a person is cursed and what to do
about it. Discover the truth about whether demons have cursed you.2024-10-0329 min
High Spirits: The Cannabis Business Podcast#059 - Demystifying Metrc and the Multi-Sided Platform Business w/ CEO, Michael JohnsonSend us a text🌿🎙️ Join Ben & AnnaRae this week as we explore the intricate world of cannabis compliance with Michael Johnson, CEO of Metrc. Now synonymous with seed-to-sale tracking, Metrc stands at the forefront of regulatory compliance in the cannabis industry. In this episode, we'll uncover the human element behind the platform, the challenges of balancing diverse stakeholder needs, and the future of cannabis compliance.🚀 𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲: To operators in the cannabis industry, Metrc is the backbone of daily operations and compliance. We'll peel back the layers of this often mistakenly maligned "necessary evil" to understand not just how it works, but who makes it work and why it is the...2024-09-1658 min
High Spirits: The Cannabis Business Podcast#058 - The First 30 Days After Launch 🚀 w/ Tahir Johnson, CEO of Simply Pure TrentonSend us a text🌿 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝟑𝟎 𝐃𝐚𝐲𝐬: 𝐋𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐋𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐉𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐲'𝐬 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 🌿Join Ben & AnnaRae on High Spirits as we delve into the whirlwind experience of the first 30 days following the launch of a brand new dispensary in New Jersey. Our guest, Tahir Johnson, CEO of Simply Pure Trenton NJ and President of the Minority Cannabis Business Association, shares his firsthand insights and the roller-coaster ride of opening one of the first Black-owned social-equity cannabis businesses in the state.🚀 𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲: In this episode, we explore the exhilarating first month of operations after years of preparation at Simply Pure Trenton. From regulatory hurdles to customer reactions and operational challenges, Tahir will dissect what it takes to launch and stabilize a new dispensary in an emerging market. Drawing from his extensive background in cannabis advocacy and business, Tahir ref...2024-09-1157 min
High Spirits: The Cannabis Business Podcast#055 - Devil's Lettuce Went Down to Georgia w/ Judson Hill of Fine FettleSend us a text🌿 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐥'𝐬 𝐋𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐮𝐜𝐞 𝐖𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐃𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐆𝐞𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐚: 𝐔𝐧𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞'𝐬 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐬 𝐒𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐉𝐮𝐝𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐇𝐢𝐥𝐥 🌿Join Ben and AnnaRae this week on High Spirits as we delve deep into Georgia’s newly launched cannabis program with Judson Hill, the Georgia Market President for Fine Fettle, one of the state’s six licensed operators. This episode will explore the current landscape of cannabis in Georgia, the emerging dynamics between cannabis and hemp, and what the future holds for patients and consumers in the state.🚀 𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲:Georgia’s medical cannabis market is just sprouting, presenting unique opportunities and challenges. Judson Hill brings his insider perspective on navigating this nascent industry, from the legislative battles to the operational hurdles. We'll discuss the size, functionality, and potential growth of the market, and how Fine Fettle is positioning itself to serve Georgia's patient community.💡 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗬𝗼𝘂'𝗹𝗹 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻:𝘔𝘢𝘳...2024-08-1654 min