Coming out of decades of prohibition, the cannabis industry faces an uphill battle in the fight to be treated like other industries. At the same time, regulations are necessary to ensure that consumers have access to safe, tested products, and can enjoy a predictable effect. Other highly regulated industries like banking, health care and alcohol, have been accused of balancing the high cost of doing business with focusing marketing efforts on vulnerable populations and the heaviest consumers of their products. As cannabis moves from prohibited drug to consumer packaged good, how do we balance the need for regulation and industry success with public health and safety?

Join our Chief Knowledge Officer, Amanda Reiman, PhD, MSW, and Dr. Gerhart of CMed for an insightful episode that will support your journey as a medical cannabis patient. We'll explore whether and why you should inform your primary care provider, how to select the right cannabis products, and the essential questions to ask at the dispensary. Plus, we'll share tips on how to talk to family and friends about your use. You'll also learn about important medical considerations, such as managing potential reactions, identifying contraindications, and tracking your progress for a safer, more informed experience.

Embark on an inspiring journey of resilience and determination as we explore the path towards legalizing medical cannabis in Ukraine. In this captivating podcast, we delve into the groundbreaking decision to provide relief and hope to those in need through access to medical cannabis. Meet Vitaly, a pivotal figure in the development of Ukraine's medical cannabis legislation, and his translator Katerina, as they share their insights into the development of a medical cannabis program. Discover the challenges faced and overcome on the path to access, from bureaucratic hurdles to skepticism within the medical community. Learn about the profound impact medical cannabis can have on individuals suffering from trauma, anxiety, and PTSD, especially in the context of Ukraine's current environment. Explore the innovative strategies adopted by Ukraine, including digital systems for cultivation, production, and distribution, to ensure safe and efficient access to medical cannabis. Gain a deeper understanding of how partnerships between Ukraine and international allies have played a crucial role in advancing this groundbreaking legislation and accelerating access for the people who live there. The discussions in this podcast serve as a testament to the power of perseverance and solidarity in bringing about positive change for the people of Ukraine.

This week on Cannaweek, we are joined by Founder & CEO of Growing Impact, Annie Davis, and New Frontier Data Chief Knowledge Officer, Dr. Amanda Reiman. They discuss the evolution of cannabis media and provide insights for brands aiming to reach the ever-diversifying consumer population.

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by the Director of Policy for The Liaison Group, David Mangone, and New Frontier Data Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia. The long-awaited Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act has finally been filed in the Senate. Mr. Mangone shares expert insight on the key changes in the new bill, the impact it would have on the current regulatory framework in various states, the chances of it passing, and more.

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by Chairman of the Board & CEO of Surna, Tony McDonald, and New Frontier Data Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia. Mr. McDonald shares an inside look at growing cannabis commercially, including key considerations new cultivation facility operators should be aware of as they design and build their facilities, the biggest line-items in setting up a new facility, the biggest innovations driving efficiency in controlled environment cannabis cultivation, and more.

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by Co-Founder & President of Glass House Brands, Graham Farrar, and New Frontier Data Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia. Mr. Farrar shares an inside look at the current state of the legal cannabis industry in California, discussing the most significant hurdles facing legal operators, necessities (besides tax relief) that legal operators need to thrive, advice for operators interested in entering the CA market, and more.

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by the Academic Director of Cannabis Degree Programs at LIM College, Michael Zaystev, and New Frontier Data VP, Public Policy Research, Amanda Reiman Ph.D. MSW. Our guests share an inside look at the current state of cannabis education in the United States, the importance of formalizing education through accredited programs, thoughts on the evolution of cannabis education over the next few years, and more.

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by CEO & Co-Founder of The People’s Dispensary, Christine De La Rosa, and New Frontier Data Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia. Christine De La Rosa shares the unique and touching story of what led her to make a difference in the cannabis industry and dives into all things cannabis and capital. Christine shares some creative and unique strategies that individuals and organizations have found to secure funding in cannabis without access to traditional means of investment, her expectations for cannabis-financing related bills, the future of investment and financing in cannabis, and more.

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by the Founder of Native Roots, Rhett Jordan, and New Frontier Data Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia. Mr. Jordan joins us to share insight on the emerging opportunities for cannabis business in Massachusetts and the greater East Coast, including factors that make the Massachusetts cannabis market unique, how East Coast markets are performing, advice for operators considering the opportunities in a more nascent vs a more established adult-use cannabis market, and more.

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by Co-Founder & Chief Growth Officer of Regennabis, Geoff Trotter, and New Frontier Data Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia. Mr. Trotter joins us to talk about all things cannabis and ESG, including the ways in which ESGs factor into the legal cannabis industry, advice for operators looking to integrate ESG objectives in their current operations, expectations when it comes to ESG & cannabis in 2022 and beyond, and more.

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by Co-Founder & Director Khiron Life Sciences, Alvaro Torres, and New Frontier Data Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia. Mr. Torres joins us to share an inside look into the Colombian cannabis industry, which passed a framework to regulate the production, distribution, sale, and export of cannabis derivatives in 2016. Mr. Torres explains how the narrative around cannabis has shifted in Colombia over the last few years, the challenges and opportunities of exporting medical cannabis, advice for operators interested in importing/exporting medical cannabis, and more.

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by Co-Founder of Alias Cann, Francesca Vavala, and New Frontier Data Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia. Francesca joins us to share the unique story of how she became so involved in the cannabis industry, and to shed light on the recent reports of New Mexico’s first few weeks of sales reaching nearly $13 million. Francesca shares her expert insight on what she looks for at the start of a new adult-use market, what producers can do to stand out in the crowd in a new market, advice for new entrants hoping to stay compliant, and more.

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by Co-Founder and CEO of Skip Intro Advisors LLC, David Feldman, and New Frontier Data Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia. Since New York legalized cannabis last September, regulations concerning sales have not yet been adopted, but there is no shortage of gray market vendors seeing green. David Feldman shares his expert regulatory insight on the cannabis industry in the state of New York, including hurdles and considerations for legal operators hoping to set up shop, advice for operators hoping to find success on the East Coast, and more.

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by the Executive Director of the Peter Tosh Brand & Legacy, Niambe McIntosh, and New Frontier Data Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia. In this episode, Niambe McIntosh shares the unique and touching story of how she went from school teacher to cannabis activist. With a passionate drive for cannabis justice reform, Niambe shares her experiences in the space, thoughts on current affairs, and her outlook on the future.

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by the Founder and CEO of Allay Consulting, Kim Stuck, and New Frontier Data Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia. Kim Stuck shares an inside look at the current state of compliance in the cannabis industry, ranging from the most onerous compliance requirements for cannabis to the different requirements for psilocybin products.

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by Cliintel Capital Management Group Chief Investment Officer, Rick Batenburg III, and New Frontier Data Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia. While the grass often seems greener in the West, with new recreational markets poised to open along the East Coast, consumers and operators have a great deal to be excited about. Mr. Batenburg shares an inside look at investing in the ever-expanding cannabis industry, including how to assess a new company entering the cannabis space, how operators can maximize their chances of success, and more.

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by CEO & Founder of Grasslands, Ricardo Baca, and New Frontier Data Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia. While legalized sales are still on the horizon, some small businesses are already seeking opportunities to connect with the public. Our expert guest Ricardo shares insight on the different opportunities conferences and expos can provide, the normalization of cannabis for the broader population, the future of organized consumption events, and more.

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by Co-Founder and CEO of Quim, Cyo Nystrom, and New Frontier Data Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia. For this special Valentine's Day episode, we thought it only right to invite the leader of Quim, a pioneering company providing cannabis-based vaginal self-care products for proactive wellness. Cyo speaks on the unique challenges and opportunities that come with marketing non-ingestible products like oils and topicals, building a brand that focuses primarily on female consumers, and her expectations and predictions for cannabis-infused products in the coming years.

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by Sheri Orlowitz, Founder and Chairman of the Board of the Council for Federal Cannabis Regulation, and New Frontier Data Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia. Our guest expert Sheri shares insight on recent legalization progress in the United States, including the latest SAFE Banking proposal, the Cannabis Administration & Opportunity Act, and more. Sheri gives her outlook on federal legalization down the road.