Good Beer Hunting with Bryan Roth and Kate Bernot
Beer fans across the world know Good Beer Hunting for its insightful looks at beer, breweries, and the social and political issues that affect both. Bryan Roth, Sightlines editor, and Kate Bernot, whose reporting frequently appears on the site, join REGULATED to discuss where the beer industry is and where it may be headed.
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The Future of Psilocybin with Sam Chapman
Sam Chapman has deep roots in the advocacy space. Back in 2013, he co-authored the legislation that legalized medical marijuana dispensaries in Oregon back in 2013. In 2020, he managed the successful campaign to secure voter approval for a medical psilocybin program in Oregon.
Making Legal Weed Cool with Andy Palalas of High Tide
Andy Palalas is the Chief Revenue Officer at High Tide (CSE: HITI), a publicly traded downstream cannabis corporation. It is among the most vertically-integrated players in the Canadian cannabis market, with portfolio companies including RGR Canada Inc. (“RGR”), Smoker’s Corner, Canna Cabana and Famous Brandz.
Mississippi Marijuana to Oregon Mushrooms! A 2020 Election Results Roundtable
Dustin Robinson and Ryan Fingerhut join Christian Bax and Tony Glover to discuss a massively success election night for the cannabis industry and a historically significant moment in Oregon.
Topic number one is New Jersey, Arizona, Montana, and South Dakota legalizing adult use marijuana, as well as Mississippi passing medical marijuana. The roundtable discusses what this means for the industry as a whole and how the Federal Government may react going forward. Then we break down the new framework for magic mushrooms in Oregon. We finish up debating the ramifications of Oregon decriminalizing all drugs.
If you’re a fan of the show you won’t want to miss this hour long roundup of a big election night
The Future of Psychedelics in America with Dustin Robinson
Psychedelics are one of Christian and Tony's favorite topics to discuss on REGULATED, and today they go deep with Dustin Robinson (aka Mr. Psychedelic Law) for an hour. The trio breaks down the legal psychedelic treatments happening today, predict where the market is going in the immediate future, break down legal developments in California, Oregon, and Colorado, address how the November election results will impact the future of this sector, and the lay out the major schools of thought on how the US should be thinking about this fascinating regulatory field. If you're looking for a primer on what's going on with psychedelics in America today, this is the pod for you!
Give Me Liberty and Give Me a Drink with Jarrett Dieterle
Tony and Christian sit down with Jarrett Dieterle, one of America’s foremost experts on alcohol policy. We talk about how the industry is coping with Covid, his favorite dumb alcohol laws and his new book Give me Liberty and Give Me a Drink! Great conversation with a guy at the top of his field.
ASTM and the Great Green Wave of Standardization with Charles Rutherford II
Charles Rutherford II is an expert on ASTM’s D37 committee on cannabis. He has more than 8 years as Business Development Director for Boveda's world-class products, and has saved scores of cultivation and packaging facilities a lot of money. He successfully ushered through the first-ever consensus-based global cannabis standards on proper cannabis storage through ASTM and is the leader of the Cannabis Drying sub-group in the Cannabis Focus Group within the National Conference on Weights and Measures. He is also on the board of the American Trade Association for Cannabis and Hemp.
This was a great discussion on the role of third-party groups like ASTM, and their growing role in drafting consistent, scientific standards for the cannabis industry.
Elections in the Time of Covid
What do politicians do when they can’t shake hands and kiss babies? This week Christian and Tony break down the unprecedented challenges Covid presents to candidates across the country. The guys are particularly interested in state and local laws all over the country that are forcing candidates and their staff out into their communities to collect thousands of signatures in the middle of an epidemic to even get on a ballot.
Regulatory Opportunities with Bradley Tusk
Bradley Tusk is the CEO and founder of Tusk Ventures, the world’s first venture capital fund to invest solely in high growth startups facing political and regulatory challenges. This week on REGULATED, he shares his perspective on regulatory opportunities during these uncertain times and other insights gained during his career in government, politics, and business. Bradley writes a column for Fast Company, hosts a podcast called Firewall, and wrote a book called The Fixer: My Adventures Saving Startups From Death By Politics. He previously served as campaign manager for Mike Bloomberg, as Deputy Governor of Illinois, and as Communications Director for Senator Charles Schumer.
Socially-Distanced Local Government with Jessica Icerman
Former assistant county attorney Jessica Icerman, now at Stearns Weaver Miller, joins the podcast to discuss the legal and logistical challenges facing local officials under these once-in-a-lifetime circumstances.
Litigation + (Failed) Mitigation
REGULATED considers the dark cloud of litigation that hangs over the pandemic and a humorous story of a British official’s unsuccessful quarantine.
Paycheck Protection Podcast
REGULATED is back to discuss a wrinkle in the CARES act that is leaving indirect marijuana businesses behind and an artificial liquor shortage issue in Pennsylvania. Plus, a small member of the Glover family bursts into the studio to end the episode.
Law and (Stay-at-Home) Order w/ Prof. Anthony Kreis
This week, REGULATED is examining the coronavirus crisis and the resulting mitigation efforts from a legal perspective. Across the country, governments have enacted a patchwork of stay-at-home orders and other regulations that affect commerce, organizations, and individuals. Let’s discuss some of the legal and practical issues with Professor Anthony Kreis, a prolific writer, thought leader, and legal scholar.
Churches and the EPA Get Corona’ed
This week, REGULATED touches on some interesting coronavirus-related content that takes us from the Environmental Protection Agency to a megachurch in Tampa and beyond!
Emergency Check-In Podcast
REGULATED is back to discuss a wild month of regulatory action resulting from the global Covid-19 crisis. Christian and Tony break down some of the unique challenges facing regulators and the regulated during this moment and share recommendations to keep isolated listeners active and entertained in the interim. Stay safe!
Cannabis License Applications with Ryan Fingerhut
So you want to open a cannabis business? This week, REGULATED is joined by a cannabis attorney and consultant who has managed over 60 successful local and state cannabis licenses. Ryan Fingerhut is director of business development at Global Go, which advises cannabis operators in North America and across the world. Let's go deep on what it takes to put together winning cannabis applications, how application consulting works, and how to find the best application writer to win your next licensing cycle.