Episodes

  • S4 Ep63: Nishant Reddy: Co-Founder & CEO of A Golden State

    S4 Ep63: Nishant Reddy: Co-Founder & CEO of A Golden State
    Jun 27 2024
    A Golden State has come a long way since their initial inception some years back, having progressed into a retailer, scaled the bar for what's possible on the mid-tier market with Phases, and are planning further verticals this year.

    We sat down with Nishant Reddy, Founder and CEO of A Golden State, to talk about how his progression into being a retailer went with his first 4/20, what 'Corporate Cannabis' truly means, and how likely rescheduling is to actually happen.

    All this and more in this episode of Conversations in Cannabis.
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    46 mins
  • S4 Ep62: Vince Ning - Co-CEO & Co-Founder at Nabis

    S4 Ep62: Vince Ning - Co-CEO & Co-Founder at Nabis
    Apr 19 2024
    Today I’m sitting down with Vince Ning, CEO and Co-Founder of Multi-State Distribution and Wholesale Marketplace Nabis. We’ll discuss how he got into the industry, his recent acquisition of blackbird from the HERBL receivership, and what it takes to make it in today’s market climate.

    Nabis is the leading licensed cannabis wholesale platform in the world improving commerce for over half a billion dollars’ worth of products per year by wholesale value for over 300 brands to thousands of retailers across the United States. With expertise forged at Microsoft and in his prior company later sold to Amazon when he was 23 years old, Vince is a world-class technologist and entrepreneur who has turned his focus to accelerating cannabis industry growth operationally and compliantly. Vince’s prowess in technology, finance and data analysis have made him an invaluable partner to top-tier cannabis brands and retailers across the United States, where he has helped hundreds of businesses launch and scale.

    Through his leadership, Nabis, a Y Combinator-backed company, is poised to become the largest national cannabis B2B platform. Vince, a Forbes 30 Under 30 executive, has held a position as Board Director of the Cannabis Distribution Association (CDA) to help shape regulations for the betterment of the cannabis supply chain. He has studied at Harvard Kennedy School for Public Policy & Leadership, and graduated from the University of Virginia with degrees in Computer Science, Economics and Statistics.

    This podcast was recorded on April 19th, 2024.
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    43 mins
  • S4 Ep61: Larry Scheffler - Co-CEO & Co-Founder at Planet 13

    S4 Ep61: Larry Scheffler - Co-CEO & Co-Founder at Planet 13
    Apr 12 2024
    Larry Scheffler, the Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Planet 13, has undoubtedly etched his mark on the global cannabis industry. Planet 13, under his stewardship alongside other Co-Founder and Co-CEO, Robert Groesbeck, is more than just a dispensary; it’s an embodiment of the larger-than-life appeal Las Vegas is renowned for. Strategically located right off-strip in the heart of Clark County, Planet 13 isn’t merely a store — it’s the very definition of an experiential store. Known as the world’s largest cannabis dispensary, it has not only redefined cannabis retailing but also set the bar high for competitors attempting to cultivate what experiential cannabis retail truly means.

    We sat down with Larry to talk about the recent soft-opening of Dazed Consumption Lounge, 4-20, and what the future of Planet 13 looks like. All this and more in this week’s episode of Conversations in Cannabis!
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    26 mins
  • S4 Ep60: Dani Diamond - CEO at Hall of Flowers

    S4 Ep60: Dani Diamond - CEO at Hall of Flowers
    Mar 12 2024
    Today, we're joined by Dani Diamond, the Founder and CEO of the California-based B2B Trade Show, Hall of Flowers.


    As California's leading B2B cannabis trade show, Hall of Flowers showcases the latest in cannabis innovations, technology, and educational features. It's distinguished by its unique approach, especially through its consumption lounges that allow buyers to experience products firsthand, making it a hub for industry professionals.


    Hall of Flowers is set to take place at the Ventura County Fairgrounds on March 13th - 14th. For more information, please visit www.HallOfFlowers.com


    This conversation was initially conducted via phone on February 22nd, 2024.
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    33 mins
  • S4 Ep59: Gilbert Urbina - UFC Fighter

    S4 Ep59: Gilbert Urbina - UFC Fighter
    Jan 20 2024
    Welcome to Conversations in Cannabis. Today I’m sitting down with UFC Fighter and Gelato sponsored athlete Gilbert Urbina, to discuss the UFC taking THC off the banned substances list and what the future is for athletes and cannabis. Make sure to check him out in action at UFC Apex on Feb 3rd, please visit www.ufc.com for more details. 
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    33 mins
  • S4 Ep58: Marlon Coburn - CEO & Alex Maniatis - Chief Brand Officer of THC Design

    S4 Ep58: Marlon Coburn - CEO & Alex Maniatis - Chief Brand Officer of THC Design
    Dec 21 2023
    In this episode we welcome Southern California based THC Design's CEO Marlon Coburn and Chief Brand Officer Alex Maniatis during MJ Biz Con 2023.
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    28 mins
  • S4 Ep57: David Goubert, CEO at Ayr Wellness

    S4 Ep57: David Goubert, CEO at Ayr Wellness
    Dec 12 2023
    Welcome to Conversations in Cannabis. Today I’m sitting down with David Goubert, CEO of Multi-State Operator Ayr Wellness, to discuss the difficulties in retail, newly emerging markets, and what we can expect in the coming year.

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    33 mins
  • S4 Ep57: Cameron Clark, CEO & Co-Founder at Sunderstorm

    S4 Ep57: Cameron Clark, CEO & Co-Founder at Sunderstorm
    Dec 11 2023
    Welcome to Conversations in Cannabis. Today I’m sitting down with Cameron Clarke, CEO of Multi-State Operator Sunderstorm to discuss his business, the future of social consumption, and what 2024 looks like.

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    24 mins