This week's episode is sure to be a treat for all cannabis enthusiasts as me and my co-host, Adriana Hemans dive into the latest happenings in cannabis. Joined with us are two special guests, Brett Puffenbarger, VP Marketing of Green Check Verified, and Aaron Salles, VP, Sales & Marketing at MOCA Humboldt – both experts in the cannabis field. Together, we’ll explore the latest news, trends, and developments in the industry, sharing our thoughts and insights on everything from hot topics to legalization to consumption trends. Sit back, relax, and get ready to spark up some engaging conversation.

Research on the role of cannabinoids in treating chronic pain is ongoing. Initial studies with live human tissue suggest that a CBD-Aloe Vera formulation may decrease the activity of pain receptors—which could lead to new approaches to treating chronic pain, including IC/BPS. Our guest is Heather Florio, CEO of Desert Harvest, a 30-year-old Aloe Vera wellness company focused on the health needs of those underserved and living with under-recognized conditions.

A countdown of the top 10 most memorable moments of 2022, and top 10 predictions for 2023. David and Adriana reveal the events that shaped the cannabis industry in 2022 including the partnership between Major League Baseball and Charlotte's Web, research that proves "the nose knows", class action lawsuits brought against pre-rolls brands for potency inflation, the Brock Ollie "Superbowl" ad, and Puff Daddy buying Cresco Labs.

David and Adriana enjoy a thought-provoking conversation (and a poke in the eye) with Brett Puffenbarger, VP of Marketing, Green Check Verified, and cannabis industry influencer. Hot topics include sexism in the industry, the infamous "T-shirt guys" from MJBizCon, and hard drug use at cannabis events. Branding Bud Live launches a new audience participation game - "Puff of Pass".

David and Adriana enjoy a thought-provoking conversation (and a poke in the eye) with Brett Puffenbarger, VP of Marketing, Green Check Verified, and cannabis industry influencer. Hot topics include sexism in the industry, the infamous "T-shirt guys" from MJBizCon, and hard drug use at cannabis events. Branding Bud Live launches a new audience participation game - "Puff of Pass".

Featuring an interview with James Zachodni, Co-founder of Dope Magazine and Farechild Events, and one of the ultimate party-throwers in the cannabis industry. We'll be previewing the upcoming MJBIZCON week in Vegas and all the happenings around town, including Farechild's "Shangri-La" event.