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Explore Insights and Analysis of Top Headlines in Cannabis with the Industry’s Experts.

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CANNAWEEK EPISODES

Hope and Healing: The Journey to Legalizing Medical Cannabis in Ukraine

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.

Marijuana Media

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.

CAOA: Re-rolled

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.

So, you want to cultivate cannabis?

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.

Learn more about Surna Cultivation Technologies

Californi(tax)ation

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.

From Counter-Culture to Curriculum – Cannabis in the Classroom

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.

Financing & Flower: How Cannabis Gets Cash

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.

East Coast Cannabis – Exploring Emerging Opportunities

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.

Enjoy Sustainable Ganja: The Importance of ESG in the Cannabis Industry

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.

Exports, Extracts, and Explosive Growth: The Cannabis Industry Latin America

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.

Breaking Bud: New Marijuana in New Mexico

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.

420 Shades of Gray: Staying Compliant in Cannabis

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.

Vetos and Votes: The Intersection of Cannabis & Justice

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.

Challenges Keeping Cannabis Compliant

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

Opportunities on the East Coast

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. Our guest expert, Rick, shares an inside look at investing in the ever-expanding cannabis industry. Rick touches on a variety of hot topics including what to look for in a new company entering the cannabis space, what operators can do to maximize their chances of success, which East Coast market he is most excited to see come online, and more.

Growing Normalization Despite Stalled Legislation

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.

The High Holidays: The Intersection of Flower & Festivities

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.

Prospects for Federal Regulation in ‘22

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.

Covid, Congress, & Cannabis

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by Founder & CEO of CannaDevices, Chris Piazza, and New Frontier Data Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia. Supply chain expert, Chris, speaks on disruptions to the supply chain during the pandemic, and the potential of seeing some sort of federal cannabis reform in the near future.

The State of Cannabis Sales in 2022

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by Co-Founder and Executive Editor of Green Market Report, Debra Borchardt, and New Frontier Data Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia. Our expert Debra speaks on the skyrocketing cannabis sales in Illinois, and how cannabis has proved resistant to the pandemic. Debra and John share their thoughts and predictions for cannabis capital markets in 2022.

In the Leaf of Luxury

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by Executive Director of the Luxury Meets Cannabis Conference, Jed Wexler, and New Frontier Data Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia. Our expert Jed Wexler shares insights on effective ways that producers can build a luxury brand, the role genetics play in building a luxury product, consumer demand for strain-specific products, and much more.

Two Flavors of Cannabis in Northern CA

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by Co-Founder of Swami Select, Swami Chaitanya, and New Frontier Data Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia. Being a major cannabis producer in Northern CA, Swami gives an inside look at the market, touching on a variety of topics including law enforcement, illegal growers, water use, and much more.

Massachusetts: Profits and Participation

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by CEO/Co-Founder of Parabola Center, Shaleen Title, and New Frontier Data Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia.

Indoor vs Outdoor & The Modern Marijuana Landscape

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by Leading Cannabis Horticulture Expert, Educator, Legalization Activist, Ed Rosenthal, and New Frontier Data Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia.

Cannatourism – New Opportunities for Toking Tourists

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by Cultivar Brands, Inc Founder, Brian Applegarth, and New Frontier Data Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia.

California Cannabis – A Cultivated Perspective

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by Kiskanu Founders, Gretchen and Jason Miller, and New Frontier Data Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia.

Considering Crops – Exploring Indoor Solutions

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by TSRgrow President, Mikhail Sagal, TSRgrow VP of Sales & Marketing, Gary Arnold, and New Frontier Data Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia.

Quarterly Check-In – New Markets & Outlook for the Legal Cannabis Industry

This week on CannaWeek, we have our quarterly check-in with Managing Partner of Merida Capital Holdings, Mitch Baruchowitz, and New Frontier Data Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia.

Cannabis Infused Beverages – A Growing Market

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by Chairman and CEO of BevCanna Enterprises Inc., Marcello Leon, and New Frontier Data Director of Industry Analytics, Molly McCann, Ed.D.

Regulatory Challenges & Outlook for the Vape Industry

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by Co-Founder & CEO of The Blinc Group, Arnaud Dumas de Rauly, and New Frontier Data Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia.

The Importance of Marketing in an Evolving Industry

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by Enlighten Chief Digital Officer & Head of Ad Sales, Sam Hollander, and New Frontier Data CEO, Gary Allen.

Section 280e, Federal Tax Policy, and The Cannabis Industry

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by CohnReznick LLP Partner, Michael Harlow, and New Frontier Data Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia.

Federal Legalization Prospects in 2021

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by Executive Director of The National Cannabis Roundtable and Principal and CEO of The Liaison Group, Saphira Galoob, and New Frontier Data Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia.

Extraction Methods Affect Cannabinoid Composition and May Affect Biological Activity

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by CEO of Eden Labs, AC Braddock, and New Frontier Data’s Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia.

U.S. Hemp Fiber

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by Director of Communications and Business Development at International Hemp, Eric Singular, New Frontier Data Analyst, Trevor Yahn-Grode, and New Frontier Data Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia.

The U.S. Hemp Market Landscape

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by Hemp Benchmarks CFO & General Counsel, Ian Laird, New Frontier Data Analyst, Trevor Yahn-Grode, and New Frontier Data Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia.

New York Has Legalized Cannabis. Here’s What to Know.

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by New Frontier Data’s Senior Director of Industry Analytics, Kacey Morrissey, and New Frontier Data’s Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia.

Mexico Set to Legalize Cannabis, Becoming World’s Largest Market

This week on CannaWeek, we are once again joined by Founder & Managing Partner at Merida Capital Holdings, Mitch Baruchowitz, and New Frontier Data Founder & Executive Chair, Giadha A. DeCarcer.

CBD for Pets?

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by Jason Lysak and Brandi DeLancey of Heirloom Pets, and New Frontier Data Director of Industry Analytics, Molly McCann, Ed.D.

Cannabis-Infused Beverages

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by Co-Founder of Cann, Luke Anderson, and CEO of New Frontier Data, Gary Allen.

Water Use & Sustainability in Cannabis Cultivation

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by Executive Director and Co-Founder of Resource Innovation Institute (RII), Derek Smith, and New Frontier Data’s Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia.

Empowerment of Women in Cannabis

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by the President of Women Grow, Gia Morón, and New Frontier Data’s Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia.

Innovation in Cannabis Cultivation

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by CEO of GrowGeneration Corp., Darren Lampert, and New Frontier Data’s Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia.

CBD for Athletes: Topicals and Pills Can Help Muscle Pain, but Research Is Limited

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by Co-Founder of Isodiol Performance and former Super Bowl Champion, Marvin Washington, and New Frontier Data’s Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia.

Cuomo’s New York Marijuana Legalization Plan Draws Mixed Reviews From Advocates

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by New Frontier Data’s Senior Director of Industry Analytics, Kacey Morrissey, and New Frontier Data’s Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia.

2021 Cannabis Industry Outlook: M&A, Capital Thaw and Global Opportunity

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by Columbia Care Vice President of Corporate Affairs, Adam Goers, and New Frontier Data’s Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia.

USDA Gives Hemp Farmers Breathing Room on THC, Testing, but Retains DEA Requirement

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by CEO of Hemp-Alternative & Advisor to New Frontier Data, Cynthia Petrone-Hudock, and New Frontier Data’s Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia.

New Cannabis Data Highlights the Industry’s Great Year and Bright Future

This week on CannaWeek, we are joined by FTI Consulting Partner, Elaine Carey, and New Frontier Data’s Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia.

2020 Vision: Reviewing Major Trends for Legal Cannabis

In our final episode of 2020 we are joined by Managing Partner of Merida Capital Partners, Mitch Baruchowitz, and New Frontier Data’s Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia.

Ballot Initiative Roundup: What Happens Next

A conversation with Cannabis Law Attorney and Partner at Dentons, Eric Berlin, and New Frontier Data’s Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia.

Cannabis Consumers and COVID-19

A conversation with New Frontier Data’s Senior Director of Industry Analytics, Kacey Morrissey, and Director of Industry Analytics, Dr. Molly McCann.

A PBR Seltzer Spiked With THC Hits Shelves, Aiming At The ‘Canna-Curious’

A conversation with Sorse Technology’s CEO, Howard Lee, and New Frontier Data’s Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia.

2020 Elections: 5 States Pass Legal Marijuana Measures, Potentially Growing Industry by $9 Billion

A conversation with Marijuana Policy Project’s Executive Director, Steve Hawkins, and New Frontier Data’s Director of Industry Analytics, Molly McCann.

Major Cannabis Markets On Standby: New York & Florida Anticipate Vote Delays

A conversation with Khadijah Tribble, Curaleaf’s VP of Corporate Social Responsibility, and New Frontier Data’s Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia.

Legal Cannabis Access in the U.S. – Serving the 98.6 %

A conversation with David Culver, Canopy Growth’s VP of U.S. Government and Stakeholder Relations, and New Frontier Data’s Chief Knowledge Officer, John Kagia.

The East Coast Cannabis Empire: New Jersey’s Adult-Use Cannabis Vote

A conversation with Scott Rudder, President, Board of Directors of New Jersey CannaBusiness Association and CKO of New Frontier Data, John Kagia.

One Election, Two New Markets: South Dakota’s Medical & Adult-Use Cannabis Vote

A conversation with Melissa Mentele, Campaign Manager at Yes on 26 – South Dakota’s medical cannabis ballot measure and CKO of New Frontier Data, John Kagia.

The MORE Act: Cannabis Legalization Outlook

A conversation with Sheri Orlowitz and Patrice Angle

Pharmaceutical Industry Roadblock: Arizona’s 2nd Adult-Use Cannabis Vote

A conversation with Steve White, CEO of Harvest, Inc. and CKO of New Frontier Data, John Kagia

Headline Covered: “NHS cannabis guidelines challenged in court”

Source: bbc.com

A conversation with Nick Pateras and John Kagia

Headline Covered: “Did the EU Just Move to Decimate Its Legal CBD Industry?”

Source:  leafreport.com

A conversation with Lorenza Romanese and John Kagia

Headline Covered: “Global Pandemic Has Caused Legal Marijuana To ‘Cannibalize’ The Black Market”  Part 1

Source: the fresh toast

A conversation with Mitch Baruchowitz and John Kagia

Headline Covered: “Global Pandemic Has Caused Legal Marijuana To ‘Cannibalize’ The Black Market” Part 2

Source: the fresh toast

A conversation with Mitch Baruchowitz and John Kagia

Headline Covered: ” How to steer your marijuana business through an economic downturn”

Source: mjbizdaily.com

A conversation with Tyler Beuerlein and John Kagia

Headline Covered: “U.S. Cannabis Stocks: A Good Investment In A Bad Economy”

Source: www.forbes.com

A conversation with Urban Smedeby and Gary Allen

Headline Covered: “Canadian Cannabis: Moving Forward”

Source: ca.finance.yahoo.com

A discussion with The CEO of the Canadian Securities Exchange (CSE) Richard Carleton and CKO of New Frontier Data, John Kagia on the evolution of the Canadian market and lessons that can be learned as it continues to evolve.

Headline Covered: “Cannabis Solutions Providers Usher In New Era Of Mainstream Marketing

Source: www.forbes.com

A conversation with Kristin Fox and Giadha A DeCarcer

Headline Covered: “A New ETF Issuer On The Swiss Stock Exchange: SIX Welcomes Rize ETF”

Source: mondovisione.com

A conversation with Rahul Bhushan and Stuart Forbes of Rize ETF

Headline Covered: “Marijuana Use Is More Moral Than Porn, Gay Relations and Wearing Animal Fur, Americans Say”

Source: Marijuanamoment.com

A conversation with Kacey Morrissey, Senior Director of Industry Analytics for New Frontier Data and Molly McCann, Director of Industry Analytics for New Frontier Data.

Headline Covered: “Former NBA Forward Al Harrington Wants to Make 100 Black Individuals Millionaires Through the Cannabis Business.”

Source: CNBC.com

A conversation with Roz McCarthy, Founder and CEO of Minorities for Medical Cannabis and John Kagia, CKO of New Frontier Data.

Headline Covered: “Top Executives from Marijuana MSOs Detail Their Favorite State Cannabis Markets.”

Source: Mjbizdaily.com

A conversation with Tahira Rehmatullah, President of T3 Ventures and Giadha Aguirre DeCarcer, Founder and CEO of New Frontier Data.

Headline Covered: “Cannabis Employees in High Demand.”

Source: Politico.com

A conversation with Vern Davis, SVP and Managing Partner at Protis Global, and John Kagia, CKO of New Frontier Data.

Headline Covered: “Keeping the Cannabis and Hemp Supply Chain Alive Amid COVID-19”

Source: Forbes.com

A conversation with Cynthia Petrone-Hudock, Founder & C.E.O of Hemp-Alternative, and John Kagia, CKO of New Frontier Data.

Headline Covered:  “Locally ‘Essential,’ Federally Illegal: How Cannabis Dispensaries Are Handling The Pandemic

Source: Kosu.org

A conversation with Kim Rivers, C.E.O of Truileve, and Gary Allen, COO of New Frontier Data.

Headline Covered: “5 Ways Quarantine has Changed the Cannabis Industry Forever”

Source: Adweek.com

A conversation with Jamie Pearson, C.E.O of Bhang Corporation, and Molly McCann, Director of Industry Analytics with New Frontier Data.

Headline Covered: “New Frontier Data Review: Six years of Colorado’s Adult-use Market: Lessons From the Past and Predictions for the Future.

Source: Newfrontierdata.com

A conversation with Jessica Billingsley, Chairwoman and C.E.O of Akerna, and John Kagia, CKO of New Frontier Data.

Headline Covered: “US Marijuana Research Policy Violated International Law For Decades, DEA Lawsuit Memo Reveals”

Source: Marijuanamooment.net

A Conversation with Oludare Odumosu, C.E.O. of Zelaria Theraputics and John Kagia, CKO of New Frontier Data.

Headline Covered: “Cannabis CRE Expects ‘Extinction Event’ And Market Corrections”

Source: Bisnow.com

A Conversation with Mitch Baruchowitz, Managing Partner of Merida Capital and Kacey Morrissey, Director of Industry Analytics at New Frontier Data.

Headline Covered: “Canopy Growth to Book Charge of up to $568 Million as Marijuana Restructuring Continues”

Source: Marketwatch.com

A conversation with Tim Seymour, host of CNBC’s Fast Money and Gary Allen, COO of New Frontier Data

Scientist Perspective – Cannabis is Not a Miracle Cure for COVID-19

A conversation with Reggie Gaudino CSO New Frontier Data

Covid-19 and The U.S. Pot Industry

A conversation with John Kagia, C.K.O New Frontier Data

The Current State of the Global Cannabis Industry

A conversation with Giadha de Carcer, Founder and C.E.O of New Frontier Data

WHAT IS CANNAWEEK?

Presenting Cannaweek, the podcast from New Frontier Data, designed to transcend mere headlines and unveil the profound impacts that major market news holds for stakeholders in the cannabis industry. Beyond curating worldwide industry updates and crucial headlines, Cannaweek takes the extra step to unravel the ‘So What’ o of the latest top stories. Join New Frontier Data experts and esteemed guests on this podcast as they thoroughly dissect these subjects, empowering you to make prompt and informed decisions whenever the situation demands.

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