Shows
the lobsterpot< podcastCannabis Means Business: From Bordeaux To Brooklyn With Kristen BeuryKristin Beury, founder, Science and The City, tells us more about the differences between France and New York's cannabis industries.2025-06-2008 min
the lobsterpot< podcastCannabis Meets Business: City High With Brandon WatsonBrandon Watson, from Science in The City, gives us the lowdown on how cannabis is shaking out as an industry in his native New York!2025-06-2006 min
the lobsterpot< podcastCannabis Means Business: Kicking Things Off With Jenn Hoff!Jen Hoff, one of the organisers of CMB gives us a quick lowdown on what's in store for Cannabis Means Business 20252025-06-2001 min
the lobsterpot< podcastCannabis Means Business: Extracts & Automation With Andrew WinsonWe explore all things extraction – including rosin, resin, flash-freezing. solvents, and solventless products with Sample Automation, founder and CEO, Andrew Winson.2025-06-2011 min
the lobsterpot< podcastCannabis Means Business: He Shutes, He Scores!We have a quick conflab with the lovely John Shute (MBA), founder and CEO, PufCreativ, who's poised to help companies refocus how they build cannabis brands.2025-06-2009 min
the lobsterpot< podcastJust For SportJimmy Young is a broadcast veteran. Once known for his sports reporting, in recent years he’s switched his attention to cannabis – via his company, Pro Cannabis Media – and has continued to build a small army of reporters who contribute to his ever popular weekly shows.2025-05-2948 min
the lobsterpot< podcastThe Main EventAs Director of Content at The Cannabis Community, Amna Shamim, has attended and spoken at some of the World’s biggest and best known cannabis conventions. And now she’s launched cannabisevents.global – which is fast becoming THE definitive directory to all cannabis events.2025-04-1832 min
the lobsterpot< podcastNo Agro!Agronomist, Anthony Shevlin, is a cannabis cultivation rock star. With both a degree and experience in the legacy market, he represents a new generation of cannabis growers with plant knowledge and social media savvy. We learn more about his work.2025-04-1128 min
the lobsterpot< podcastParadise FoundBryan Lunt is the founder of The Beach Samui – a health and wellness retreat located on the sun-drenched island of Koh Samui in Thailand – where cannabis plays a central role in his team’s approach to wellbeing. We catch up with Bryan to find out more about his unique approach to cannabis tourism.2025-04-0430 min
the lobsterpot< podcastResearch and RescueLara Fordis’ job as a market researcher for cannabis brands means she regularly deep dives into consumer trends and retail data. But at a time when many brands are struggling to remain profitable – given market challenges – are they going about things the right way? What are they missing? We find out more.2025-03-2844 min
the lobsterpot< podcastQueen Of The Stoned AgeMelanie Wentzel has quickly made a name for herself on the international cannabis scene since publishing her first book – Cannabis Queens – earlier this year. We hear more about her journey, her work in the Australian medical cannabis sector, her mission to empower women in cannabis, and what she’s planning next.2025-03-2143 min
the lobsterpot< podcastPatient PowerBritain’s medical cannabis community continues to face all kinds of stigma: from all sections of society. But a new organisation’s been set up to support patients when authorities challenge their consumption. We meet Callum Jones, the founder of CannCare.2025-03-1434 min
the lobsterpot< podcastGentleman’s Relish?Barry ‘Flash’ Foy’s reputation precedes him. With his team Gentlemen Smugglers, throughout the 80s this hardy crew were behind some of the most daring and outlandish covert cannabis runs. Some 40 years later, after time served, they’re now operating in America’s adult use market. But is that any easier than trying to evade six different federal agencies? We speak to Barry Foy and Thomas Cutler to find out more. 2025-03-0738 min
the lobsterpot< podcastNot So RottenActor Steinunn Olina is a familiar face in her native Iceland – as was her late husband, Stefán Karl Stefánsson, who entertained a generation of kids around the world as Robbie Rotten in popular children’s TV show, LazyTown. Although initially skeptical about using cannabis as medicine, as she nursed her husband, Steinunn developed a strong affinity for the plant as she witnessed firsthand the difference it made to his quality of life. We hear her story.2025-02-2746 min
the lobsterpot< podcastOpening UpAs Founder and CEO of Somai Pharmaceuticals, Michael Sassano heads up one of the world’s leading vertically integrated Multi-Country cannabis companies. We hear more about the opportunities he sees as Europe’s cannabis markets open up. 2025-02-2128 min
the lobsterpot< podcastHemp On IceThe Scandinavian island nation of Iceland is known for smoke… just not the cannabis kind. But that’s changing, thanks to the efforts of organisations like the Icelandic Hemp Association, the body behind the recent Hemp 4 Future event, held in Reykjavik in October 2024. We chat with the event’s co-founder, Thorunn “Tóta” Jonsdottir, to find out what progress is being made.2024-11-2929 min
the lobsterpot< podcastOff The ChainMany tech people know about blockchain technology. Some have even heard of ‘DAOs’ (Decentralised Autonomous Organisations) but these things are still relatively new to the cannabis sector. But UK-based DAO, Plantz, sees the value in building a network this way. We catch up with co-founders Neil Cartwright and Sophie East to understand how this all works.2024-11-2223 min
the lobsterpot< podcastWhat’s The Harm?
Reducing the stigma around cannabis means educating people about the plant and its effects. While many regulators are focused on harm reduction, with cannabis, there isn’t much ‘harm’ to ‘reduce’– compared to alcohol, opioids, and other substances.
Over in Canada, Prof Daniel Bear from Humber College, is behind an PSA initiative to promote knowledge and normalize safe consumption: Mindful Consumption and Benefit Maximization (MCBM). We find out more.2024-11-1542 min
the lobsterpot< podcastCalling All Earthlings…The UK’s best known wellness and plant medicine expo, Product Earth, is back for 2024 – this time with a new London venue. We catch up with the show’s co-founder, Gavin Sathianathan, to find out what’s new for this year’s event.2024-09-0625 min
the lobsterpot< podcastWelcome To The Jungle(!)Jill Reddish and Chris Day from the GCNC talk about the upcoming Andean Hemp & Cannabis Trade Forum that they’ll be hosting in Lima, Peru this October, as we ask what exactly does the Latin American cannabis market have in store for the rest of the world?2024-08-0924 min
the lobsterpot< podcastYes You HamCan!Lennart Tacke (aka Lenny Roots), HamCan’s founder, Hamburg’s premier cannabis conference, gives us a sneak preview of what’s coming up at this year’s event on August 2 and 3, and offers a glimpse into life as Germany embraces cannabis legalisation. 2024-07-1926 min
the lobsterpot< podcastYes You HamCan!Lennart Tacke (aka Lenny Roots), HamCan’s founder, Hamburg’s premier cannabis conference, gives us a sneak preview of what’s coming up at this year’s event on August 2 and 3, and offers a glimpse into life as Germany embraces cannabis legalisation.2024-07-1926 min
the lobsterpot< podcastDoing Things ‘By The Book’David Paleschuck needs little introduction to many of us working in the cannabis industry. The seasoned marketer and author of ‘Branding Bud’ is back with a new book – ‘Cannabis vs. Marijuana: Language, Landscape, and Context’ in which he delves deeper into how we should talk about our favourite plant: and what words we should use.2024-06-2142 min
the lobsterpot< podcastShining A Light On Picks & ShovelsTony Pavlakis from TSRgrow, based out of Rhode Island, US, knows better than most the beneficial role that ancillary businesses play in the cannabis sector. But as Europe opens up – and the US makes plans to reschedule cannabis – what are the opportunities and challenges?2024-05-3141 min
the lobsterpot< podcastNo Waffle(!)
While it’s easy to overlook Belgium’s burgeoning cannabis market – especially given the power plays made by its much larger neighbours – the nation has a well established CBD flower market. We speak to Joeri Perneel, founder of Pure Support CBD and the GreenGrown chain of cannabis stores to find out what’s coming next in Belgium. 2024-05-1728 min
the lobsterpot< podcastSeismic Shifts
Professor Graça Castanho is an academic, activist, and advocate for democratic access to cannabis. Proudly hailing from the Azores, as well as educating and researching cannabis and hemp, she’s also the founder of the CannaPortugal and CannAzores industry events. She’s also part of an initiative to bring back production to the islands – with initial harvests expected in August. We speak to her about her work, her mission, and how the history of the Azores is closely aligned with cannabis.2024-05-0337 min
the lobsterpot< podcastA UK State Of MindBritain’s currently undergoing a great deal of change – especially when it comes to medical cannabis. While there’s a long way to go before the social stigma dissipates, many clinics, pharmacies, patients, and producers are coming together to push the industry forward Mike Morgan-Giles, Chief Executive, Cannabis Industry Council tells us more.
2024-03-2226 min
the lobsterpot< podcastA UK State Of Mind
Britain’s currently undergoing a great deal of change – especially when it comes to medical cannabis. While there’s a long way to go before the social stigma dissipates, many clinics, pharmacies, patients, and producers are coming together to push the industry forward Mike Morgan-Giles, Chief Executive, Cannabis Industry Council tells us more.2024-03-2225 min
the lobsterpot< podcastCulture, Cannabis, and CreativityMarketing in the cannabis space ain’t for the faint-hearted. Having the best ideas, boundless energy, and fanatical enthusiasm ain’t enough – even in fully-rec markets like Canada. Paul K Lawton, award-winning strategist, former academic, and co-founder of cannabis ad agency, Sister Merci; joins us for a cultured chinwag about the current state of play.2024-03-0836 min
the lobsterpot< podcastDetect And ProtectWe can’t deny that from an agricultural perspective, cannabis is a plant like any other. That means it’s subject to threats from viruses, fungi, and other potential crop contaminants. Early intervention is critical. We speak to Angel Fernandez and Ajith Anand, from MyFloraDNA to better understand how to mitigate these – and other – risks.2024-02-2325 min
the lobsterpot< podcastFlaw And OrderThe latest news out of the US is that cannabis could be downgraded from a ‘harmful’ Schedule I substance to a ‘medically-beneficial’ Schedule III one. But what does this actually mean? Does it bring America closer to federal legalization? Will it make the cannabis industry an easier place to do business? Chris Day from the GCNC gives us his take on what it all means.2024-02-0923 min
the lobsterpot< podcastShall We 'Reschedule'?
The latest news out of the US is that cannabis could be downgraded from a ‘harmful’ Schedule I substance to a ‘medically-beneficial’ Schedule III one. But what does this actually mean? Does it bring America closer to federal legalization? Will it make the cannabis industry an easier place to do business? Chris Day from the GCNC gives us his take on what it all means.2024-01-1926 min
the lobsterpot< podcastLast Resort
Living with a condition like Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) is a battle for 1 in 500 people in the UK. However, like cannabis, there’s a lack of education, understanding, and awareness of the illness and how to treat it. Coupled with the fact that many sufferers can have an adverse reaction to different medications, many are turning to medical cannabis – often as a last resort. We speak to Sarah Hamilton, Advice and Information Manager at Ehlers-Danlos Support UK, to find out more.2024-01-0521 min
the lobsterpot< podcastNo Smoke? No Fire?
Big Tobacco is clearly making a play for cannabis. British American Tobacco’s recent £75M investment into cannabis firm Organigram is a strong indication of that. However, while the subject may be uncomfortable for many, we can’t deny that tobacco’s involvement in cannabis could benefit the cannabis industry in a number of ways – not least economically. We speak to Nick Kenny, a strategic advisor to large companies diversifying into highly regulated sectors, to better understand the challenges and opportunities.2023-11-2428 min
the lobsterpot< podcastAfrica's Next Green Gold Rush?While its neighbour to the south gets a lot of attention for its shifting stance on cannabis, Zimbabwe is a nation to keep a close eye on – given its climate, huge farmland areas, and huge economic potential. However, while export potential is lauded as the primary path to financial growth, getting the domestic market right first is essential – says TJ Chifokoyo, managing director of Charlie Bravo Delta, based in Harare. 2023-11-1024 min
the lobsterpot< podcastPatiently Waiting
Ahead of Drug Science’s UK Patient Conference on 3rd November we catch up with Sarah Sinclair, editor of Cannabis Health, and medical cannabis patient, Berta Kaguako. Both will be speaking at the conference, focusing on the topics of improving access to medical cannabis more broadly and increasing the number of NHS prescriptions. Let’s get a flavour of what’s to come.2023-10-2726 min
the lobsterpot< podcastCzeching It Out
While Germany, the Netherlands, and Belgium continue to make all of the right noises around legalising recreational cannabis, they may yet be beaten to the punch by the Central European neighbour – the Czech Republic. We speak to Sean Carney, founder and executive director at Herbology Ventures, based in Prague about the moves being made.
2023-10-2026 min
the lobsterpot< podcastTaking On Thailand
Though her career kickstarted in Canadian cannabis labs and grow ops, Atiyyah Ferouz – founder and CEO of AgCann – has now turned her attention to Thailand; perhaps the cannabis world’s most exciting emerging market, but one that’s ultimately misunderstood from a compliance and regulatory perspective. We compare notes and find out more about the opportunity she sees here.
2023-10-0624 min
the lobsterpot< podcastNext In Line...?Hirsh Jain, CEO and Founder of Ananda Strategy, is used to delving deep into the regulatory maelstrom. Formerly Global Policy Lead at Airbnb, over the last few years he’s switched the short term rental market for the curious world of cannabis. We chat with him about what’s coming next.
2023-09-2830 min
the lobsterpot< podcastCan Big Data Save Cannabis?
In a world where data is seemingly at the crux of everything from online marketing success to operational efficiency; businesses of all kinds are doubling down on their stats and facts. But how can cannabis companies get on board? We speak to Eric Boone, CEO at Meristematix about the future he’s working towards.2023-09-0839 min
the lobsterpot< podcastHouse of Brain
If you’ve worked in cannabis for more than a few minutes, you’ll have realised it’s really tough (often illegal) to state what effects your product has. That’s a pain for brains, but it sucks for consumers too, particularly the canna-cautious who want more certainty around mind-altering experiences.
To help us understand what’s really going on and get a look at where the industry is headed, we spoke to someone with some answers – Israel Gasperin, the founder and CEO of Zentrela.2023-09-0125 min
the lobsterpot< podcastCB Expo-nentialBen Arn is the founder of CB Expo – a cannabis event that’s moving beyond its Swiss roots and embracing the changing outlook of medical and recreational weed across Europe. With the next event taking place in Dortmund this September, he gives us a sneak peek behind the canna-curtain.2023-08-1123 min
the lobsterpot< podcastProduct Earth PreviewWe catch up with Matthew Clifton, CEO of Product Earth. He tells us more about the challenges of running the UK’s biggest wellness, plant medicine, and nootropics event, and gives us a flavour of what to expect at this year’s show.
If you want to grab a 10% discount on Product Earth tickets, check out this link http://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/450502443937/?discount=thermidor2023-08-0425 min
the lobsterpot< podcastBack To Black
Hilary Black’s reputation precedes her. Over the last 25 years she has tirelessly advocated for access to cannabis on behalf of those who need it in Canada – first via Hemp BC, then through her groundbreaking work BC Compassion Club, and more recently at Canopy Growth, where she served as Chief Advocacy Officer. Now, an independent consultant, she explains what the Canadian cannabis industry can teach the rest of the world as new legal markets open up – and looks at the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
2023-07-2841 min
the lobsterpot< podcastWhat Good Looks Like
Dr Gary Yates is a leading UK-based plant scientist with significant experience in the international cannabis sector.
As the global industry opens up, he’s tasked with helping companies determine the best way forward when it comes to selecting genetics, developing cultivation techniques, and getting the best possible crop yield. He tells us more about what ‘good’ looks, smells, and tastes like when it comes to quality cannabis.
2023-07-1443 min
the lobsterpot< podcastWhat's OccurringWith show season in full swing, head thermidorks2023-07-0736 min
the lobsterpot< podcastWe Bid You PeruWith so much of the hype for Latin American cannabis centring on Colombia, how will the other players in the region get noticed? To help us figure that out, and to take a closer look at Peru, we speak to Jose Escalante, CEO of Futura Farms, to find out what we’re missing out on.2023-06-0230 min
the lobsterpot< podcastA Brit AbroadBrit Smith is a journalist and podcast host for Different Leaf magazine – a cannabis–focused lifestyle publication. Originally from the UK, she’s been in the US for the last 17 years and has witnessed firsthand how the cannabis sector has grown from med use in California to the rec market that’s gaining momentum across the States today. She gives us her view on what’s coming next in America, and get her take on what’s (not) happening in the UK.
2023-05-2643 min
the lobsterpot< podcastUnder AdvisoryKatherine Golden, founder and CEO, at Leaf 411 is a firm believer in the medical and therapeutic benefits of cannabis. And as a registered nurse, she’s seen first hand what a difference the plant can make. However, the challenges surrounding consumption, dosing, and even product affordability mean that many looking to try cannabis-as-a-medicine struggle. Advice and education are critical steps towards wider adoption – but with so many people looking for help, the challenge is serving them all.
2023-05-1928 min
the lobsterpot< podcastPlant Based, Machine Learning Automation!Despite all the hype around different tech innovations, you don’t often hear the words ‘automation’ and ‘cannabis’ in the same sentence. But Shawn Deggans of Green Nanny Solutions is adamant that growers, MSOs, and others across the industry are missing a trick by not leaning into the best of what tech has to offer. He tells us what’s possible now, and what’s coming next.
2023-05-0536 min
the lobsterpot< podcastHiring On All CylindersDespite its unique challenges and achievements, the cannabis industry is like any other – powered by frontline workers.
Without people to take on the critical day-to-day roles within a cannabis business, all the great strategy and inspired creativity we’re accustomed to seeing would be for nothing.
We catch up with Sloane Barbour, Founder and CEO of engin, the recruitment marketing platform purpose-built for emerging industries, like cannabis, that powers companies to recruit smarter, hire faster, and retain longer.
2023-04-2832 min
the lobsterpot< podcastSocial EcuadorOften eclipsed by its larger Lat Am neighbours, when it comes to cannabis, Ecuador is firmly on the map. Or at least it should be – and soon will be if Paul and Sebastian Moreno, chairman and CEO, of Ananda have their way. Their efforts to transform rural, indigenous community land into cannabis farms are firmly rooted in altruism, optimism, and a firm belief that cannabis can be a force for good in many different ways.2023-04-2132 min
the lobsterpot< podcastFor The 'ManyAs Germany *finally* unveils plans for cannabis legalisation, we speak to Stefan Röhrl, the CPO & Co-Founder of Hemp Group, based in Hamburg, and look more closely at what’s in the offing.
2023-04-1432 min
the lobsterpot< podcastBeyond Window DressingCannabis retail success is part art, part science. And Krista Raymer, co-founder and CEO of Vetrina Group, knows more than anyone how important it is to align a dispensary’s look and feel with a first class customer experience; alongside solid data and shopper insights. We catch up with her to understand what ‘good’ looks like… and how ‘great’ can be achieved.2023-03-1029 min
the lobsterpot< podcastNurturing What’s NaturalWith medical cannabis steadily gaining ground in Europe, it’s key that patient care is always the key pillar in its growth. We sat down with the founders of Nurture Nursing, Elly Owen-jones and Sophie Hayes, to find out why nurses play such a vital role in this process and how their expertise is being put to work educating patients and medical professionals alike.2023-03-0342 min
the lobsterpot< podcastHitting The Sweet Spot: Cannabis x MarketingCannabis and marketing are, well, slippery bedfellows. The market demands one approach; but the law requires another. And the disparity between the two varies enormously – depending on where you are.
John Shute, founder and CEO, at Colorado-based cannabis marketing agency, PufCreativ, is no stranger to figuring out how brands of all ilks can make their mark – in spite of the fluff and the flux. But where exactly is the marketing sweet spot for cannabis?2023-02-2445 min
the lobsterpot< podcastThe State of Delta-8Delta-8 gets a bad rap. Or does it? Recent news reports about the misuse of the cannabinoid – known as ‘regular THC’s younger sibling’ – have cast a safety shadow over its use and brought its ‘synthetic’ status under scrutiny.
But, to give delta-8 a fair hearing, let’s chat to Sam Taylor from Heartland Works in Ohio to better understand the challenges and opportunities. We do know that it takes *a lot* of hemp to create a delta-8 product that offers the same THC potency as other products… Let’s find out more about delta-8.2023-02-1735 min
the lobsterpot< podcastBricks and MaltaMalta made history back in 2021 by becoming the first European nation to legalise adult-use cannabis. However, other than homegrow, legal ways to procure products have been limited. But that’s all set to change in early 2023, as Malta ushers in a wave of cannabis club licensing applications. Amna Shamim, chief growth officer at Parsl, long-time industry advocate, and island resident gives us the lowdown2023-02-1025 min
the lobsterpot< podcastThe View From Across The CounterRebecca Crewe, director of sales at Calgary-based marketing and growth agency, Maggie Jane, has worked in cannabis retail as a buyer, vendor, and sales consultant. But even in Canada, where the recreational market stretches from Nanaimo to Newfoundland, understanding what makes dispensary owners tick is just as crucial as consumer insight.2023-02-0325 min
the lobsterpot< podcastCannabis and Coffee ParallelsCannabis and coffee share something very important – they’re both mind altering substances. People seek them out with varying degrees of interest, and for those passionate for either or even both, there’s a huge amount to learn and even more to gain in that pursuit of knowledge. We speak to Omri Almagor, inventor of Keiko – a cannabis infusion machine, to see how far those parallels go, and what the cannabis industry can learn from its coffee counterparts.2023-01-2733 min
the lobsterpot< podcastDotting I’s and Crossing T’sLike any other industry, cannabis can’t escape the need for rules and regulations. Whether that’s in how businesses operate in the market or with one another. Bob Hoban is the Co-Chair of the Cannabis Industry Group at Clark Hill law firm and he knows a thing or two about the letter of the law, so we sat down with him to see if we could get up to speed.2023-01-2039 min
the lobsterpot< podcastWellness, Wellbeing, and…Well…TourismCalifornia is seen by many as a pioneering state for modern legal cannabis. Because it’s bloomed into such a weed powerhouse, it’s little surprise that more developed parts of other markets are making their roots in the space. Speaking to Brian Applegarth, of the Cannabis Travel Association and The Cannabis Trail, we dig deeper and find out what it really means to be a cannabis tourist.2023-01-1336 min
the lobsterpot< podcastGetting Bud To BloomThe cannabis sector needs little persuasion when it comes to embracing edginess and innovation. But building a brand in an emerging market category takes some serious upward punching.
Veteran brand marketer, and author of ‘Branding Bud’, David Paleschuck, needs little introduction to the global cannabis fam. He tells us more about the challenges and opportunities weed brands face as they figure out the way forward.2023-01-0646 min
the lobsterpot< podcastThe Bigger PictureJamie and Dave meet two proud Canucks whose passion for pot goes above and beyond. Alison Gordon and Amy Weinstein are two passion advocates for their cause. They give us the 411 on Canadian cannabis, creativity, and the Commonwealth (!).2022-12-2323 min
the lobsterpot< podcastThe World’s Worst Boy Band(!)Time for a key change… *stands*. We swap show notes with some guys who definitely feel like old friends now that we’ve met a few times! We chat some good green gossip with KD Khairah from CanMar, Brian Roth from Elevated Signals, and Chris Day from the GCNC.2022-12-2016 min
the lobsterpot< podcastWorking For TipsGiven that us thermidorks< >2022-12-1615 min
the lobsterpot< podcastTracking, Traceability, Transparency, & TechCannabis and technology are a curious pairing. But aside from the paraphernalia – the digital dab ribs, vapes, and the like – lies an urgent need for tech that furthers the cause; that gives businesses, governments, and consumers actionable insights. Yup, things like safety, transparency, and accountability are crucial components in cannabis compliance. Orland Yee and James Black from Kanha know this only too well. Here’s their take on how tech can futureproof the cannabis industry.2022-12-1324 min
the lobsterpot< podcastLekka Dagga?South Africa’s quickly making a name for itself in the ever-changing cannabis landscape. And companies like MedCan are looking to get a foothold on the global medical scene. We speak to co-founder Micael Zollman to find out more.2022-12-0936 min
the lobsterpot< podcastFree L’Herbe?The prospect of broader cannabis legalisation looks to be a certainty across Europe, when you look at what’s happening in Germany, Switzerland, Netherlands, and other nations. But one major country that’s strangely quiet on the topic is France. Joanna Weaver-Pelissier, Co-founder and CEO, Be Cann, gives us an insider’s view on all things CBD and THC.2022-11-2541 min
the lobsterpot< podcastHØJ Hopes For InnovationWhile famous the world over for hygge, Lego, and Hans Christian Andersen, Denmark isn’t exactly known for being at the forefront of cannabis innovation. But Simon Villum Folmann, founder at herb accessories brand, HØJ, is doing his darndest to change that: one Mako shark-inspired pipe at a time.2022-11-1830 min
the lobsterpot< podcastAll's Sell That Ends SellSales is a dark art to many, but particularly in cannabis, it has to tread carefully between customer expectations, market limitations, and of course wildly varying legislation. In this episode, Brian Roth, head of international sales of Elevated Signals, helps pull back the curtain, showing us how someone slingin’ cannabis’ ancillary products needs to tackle the particular complexities of the cannabis industry to get deals done.2022-11-1133 min
the lobsterpot< podcastRolling Another Fat OneLong-time cannabis advocate, Dustin Hoxworth, is a proud, self-proclaimed ‘Stoner’. As editor of Fat Nugs magazine, he’s keen to give Stoner Culture the platform it deserves and celebrate it in unique and innovative ways. But what exactly is a Stoner? Let’s find out!2022-11-0445 min
the lobsterpot< podcastThe Vape EscapeVaping remains a popular consumption method. However, filling and capping cannabis oil cartridges is a fine art. It takes a lot of precision engineering to get the right amount of product into them – and comply with GMP regulations and other international standards
Hogan, Managing Director of Portland, Oregon-based Thompson Duke Industrial and sales director, Vlad Valme discuss the joys of one-size not fitting all – and how cannabis never fails to present the right sort of challenges for an inquiring mind.2022-10-2834 min
the lobsterpot< podcastGerman News SpecialRecent news from Germany – in the form of unofficial announcements and early stage leaks – may leave many in the cannabis industry feeling frustrated. We speak to Benjamin Patock, Head of International Relations at Boveda, who is also on the Executive Board of the German Cannabis Industry Association, to get his take on what this might mean for Germany and the wider European market.2022-10-2429 min
the lobsterpot< podcastTesting, TestingJustin Ihnken is CEO and co-founder of QTNM Labs, an advanced analytical laboratory providing research, development, and regulatory compliance services for pharmaceutical companies. What he doesn’t know about testing isn’t worth knowing so what are we all in the dark on when it comes to understanding great product?2022-10-2138 min
the lobsterpot< podcastMile High ClubColorado is home to one of the US’ longest established cannabis markets. And Chris Day, CEO at the GCNC – the Global Cannabis Network Collective – has been working in the sector right from the get-go. He gives us the d-lo on this OG market and sheds light on what the rest of the world can learn from the Mile High State.2022-10-1428 min
the lobsterpot< podcastUS News SpecialNews that US President, Joe Biden, is making good on cannabis campaign promises got tongues wagging late last week. But what do these statements actually mean? Are they big strides towards federal legalization, or baby steps that could easily be felled at the first hurdle?
We asked someone firmly in the know – Chris Day; founder at GCNC and CEO at Gateway Proven Strategies.2022-10-1217 min
the lobsterpot< podcastBermuda’s Tried AngleRecent news that the new UK government has blocked Bermuda’s plans to legalise cannabis have soured relations. However the overseas territory’s ruling party plan to carry on regardless But what exactly is the state of play when it comes to cannabis on the island itself? What would legalisation look like in Bermuda? We speak to local entrepreneur: Khomeini Taalib-Din.2022-10-0733 min
the lobsterpot< podcastCarpe Drop’emArjen Melis, Co-Founder and President of Djot, is no stranger to getting product to market. Now, he’s focusing on innovating the cannabis beverage space by creating a product that enables considered consumption for consumers and pairs their individual needs with the drinks they already know and love.
https://djot.com/2022-09-3045 min
the lobsterpot< podcastOvercoming The FearFollowing our vox pop interview with Dr. Callie Seaman at Cannabis Europa in June, we pick up on her assertion that UK doctors are afraid of prescribing medical cannabis, and ask how and what we can do to help educate and assure them of the plant’s legitimacy and viability.2022-09-2349 min
the lobsterpot< podcastThe Future of HempJamila La Malfa Donaldson is a PhD student at Aberystwyth University in Wales, UK. Specialising in testing, cultivating, and processing industrial hemp, she tells us more about her work in therapeutic compounds, and the role hemp could play in challenging cannabis stigmas.2022-09-1632 min
the lobsterpot< podcastShedding Light On The CanopyAs former Chief of Staff at Canadian cannabis behemoth, Canopy Growth, Marnie McKinstry excelled in process and project management at a time of insane expansion. Now, a few months after striking out on her own, she gives us an insight into what the big market players are doing right (and wrong), and what smaller, fledgling companies can learn from them.2022-09-0944 min
the lobsterpot< podcastChasing The Sun – How New Zealand Is Getting Medical Cannabis RightWhen it comes to operating a domestic medicinal cannabis market, New Zealand has a lot to teach the rest of the world. And Carmen Doran, CEO of Auckland-based Helius Therapeutics, is at the forefront of these efforts with their Full Spectrum Extract recently verified by the NZ Medicinal Cannabis Agency. She tells us more about how she and her fellow Kiwis are getting it right.2022-09-0240 min
the lobsterpot< podcastTruthfully Covering Cannabis CultureAs editor of the major digital cannabis publication leafie, Liam O'Dowd has soaked up cannabis culture and helped foster an honest space where veterans and newbies alike can come and be educated and entertained by all things weed and psychedelic. To find out more go about what Liam and the team have going on, head over to https://www.leafie.co.uk/2022-08-2641 min
the lobsterpot< podcastKeeping Colombia At The Cutting EdgeColombia has every opportunity to be a world leader in cannabis production. It has the right climate, expertise, and passionate plant advocates like Rosa Puentes, CBO at Medellin-based Mannta. But operating internationally, navigating supply chains, THC levels, and nurturing the nation’s medical market continues to be a challenge.2022-08-1944 min
the lobsterpot< podcastDutch CourageGreenmeister is a Netherlands-based cannabis coffeeshop finder app with designs on growing across Europe as recreational cannabis edges towards legalisation and broader decriminalisation. We chat with founder and CEO, Onnick Jessayan, about the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead.2022-08-1239 min
the lobsterpot< podcastAn All-Consuming PassionFar from being your average award-winning chef, Jordan Wagman sits somewhere at the intersection of nutrition, wellness, and fine dining. A lifelong cannabis user, his passion for the plant – in conjunction with cleaner living – continues to have a lasting positive impact on his own mental and physical health.
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the lobsterpot< podcastStanding Up For The Little GuyA new study coming out of Canada shows that craft cannabis producers are being stung significantly by hefty excise taxes. The report, authored by Dan Sutton of BC-based Tantalus Labs, argues that while larger producers can withstand the $1/gram excise tax, the impact on smaller independent growers is such that many could face insolvency within the next 12 months. Let’s get the full spectrum.2022-07-2937 min
the lobsterpot< podcastFarming Flowers – Chrysanthemums, Cannabis, and California DreamingJake Brookes, Chief Operating Officer at Ladybug Farms in Monterey, California learnt about farming cannabis by growing flowers: chrysanthemums, in fact. Originally from Yorkshire in the UK, he tells us more about his experience at the helm of a leading West Coast grow-op and what challenges and opportunities the sector faces in America and Europe.2022-07-1556 min
the lobsterpot< podcastFrom Merrill Lynch To Marijuana – Fusing Profit With PurposeAfter a successful start to his career on Wall Street, derivatives trader, Leo Kotlyar, was in search of a more meaningful way to apply his unique skill set. And (unsurprisingly) he found it in cannabis. Fast forward nearly 10 years, and he’s at the helm of Amsterdam-based strategy and sustainability consultancy, DeWarrior.2022-07-1250 min
the lobsterpot< podcastDeep South GrowthFiona McCarthy is an associate at social innovation consultancy, Think Rubix. A native Virginian, she’s witnessed cannabis policy progress firsthand in her home state. And looking at her recently published Greener Pastures report, it’s clear she sees change coming across the rest of America’s Deep South.2022-07-0146 min
the lobsterpot< podcastIs The Grass Always Greener?(!)After a successful career in food and lifestyle journalism on the East Coast, creative agency owner, Biana Monica hightailed it out West to where the ‘grass is greener’. She gives us the lowdown on the California market, the challenges of getting cannabis brands recognised, and what the future holds as more states open up.2022-06-1740 min
the lobsterpot< podcastTraining as the New MarketingTraining as a marketing play is a hot topic across many sectors. But in the cannabis industry, it's even more essential given the advertising restrictions in place – and given the important role budtenders play in 'brand gatekeeping'. Danny Gold, Co-founder and CEO at ZolTrain, sees it as his mission to educate the world on cannabis. But what does this mean? How are he and his team going about it?2022-06-1054 min
the lobsterpot< podcastGrassroots Growing – Power To The PeopleMaster Grower at abby, Phat Nguyen, talks all about the history of the homegrown movement, how it shaped their fully automated growbox, and why self-cultivation still has a place amongst the dispensary model which has dominated North America since 2012.2022-05-1952 min
the lobsterpot< podcastFrom Both Sides Of The PondRebecca Allen-Tapp is Business Development Manager at Asahi Glassworks UK. Based in England, but originally from the US, she’s worked in cannabis on both sides of the Atlantic. Let’s get her take on the similarities, differences, challenges, and opportunities of working in an increasingly complex international industry!2022-05-1939 min
the lobsterpot< podcastTime For European Cannabis To Make Some Righteous Moves?As Head of Analysis at Hanway Associates, Lily Temperton is a leading light on the international cannabis circuit. Fresh from publishing the consultancy’s recent Recreational Europe report, she gives us some key insights into where the cannabis sector’s heading this side of the Pond.2022-05-0653 min
the lobsterpot< podcastCannabis' International Crib Sheet?Jillian Reddish is co-founder of the Global Cannabis Network Collective – a group that unites those working in the international cannabis scene with other leading professionals in the space. She tells us more about the importance of relationship-building in this thriving, but ultimately complex, sector.2022-04-2035 min
the lobsterpot< podcastthe lobsterpot< podcast < trailerWhat is up themidorks(!)
Welcome to the lobsterpot - a podcast that's less lobster and more pot.
I'm Dave Barton, Founder and Creative Director, at cannabis content agency thermidor.
Me and my crew will serve as your guides as we navigate news, views, opinions, and stories from across the constantly changing world of super strong cannabis.
2022-04-1900 min
the lobsterpot< podcastBringing BC Bud To Britain’s Medical MarketCFO and head strategist at 4C Labs, James Smith, is no stranger to pursuing sizeable opportunities. After setting up shop in Guernsey (one of the UK’s Channel Islands) and being awarded the island’s first license to grow – and export to the UK mainland – medical cannabis, he’s now in the position of raising enough funds to build the reality he’s worked so hard to create. But is Britain ready to embrace medical cannabis?2022-04-0452 min
the lobsterpot< podcastPlants Beat PillsBrighton-based Xavier Clark was (and still is!) the 11th person on the British medical cannabis registry – as treatment for several ongoing conditions. Now, 2 years later, and his reliance on a variety of big pharma meds has been mostly replaced by cannabis. This is his story – and the story behind Patient 11 and his advocacy work.2022-03-2857 min