On this week's episode of Canna Say Something?, my good friend Javier Hasse sits down as we reconnect in person for the first time since before the pandemic. The Benzinga Cannabis and El Planteo head had a lot of things to say, from discussing cannabis media and investing to the evolving pot culture across the globe. Learn more about Javier Hasse:Instagram: - https://www.instagram.com/javierhasse/- https://www.instagram.com/el.planteo/- https://www.instagram.com/bzcannabis/Twitter:- twitter.com/javierhasseGet in touch with Andrew Ward:www.iamandrewward.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecannawriterTwitter: https://twitter.com/TheCannaWriterMusic: "Memory" by Magiksolo Music and SFX licensed via Artlist.io

On this week's episode of Canna Say Something?, On The Revel Co-Founder and entrepreneur Lulu Tsui joins me to discuss a range of topics, from tech to cannabis to psychedelics. She also delved into how REVEL, one of New York City's top cannabis events, pivoted during the pandemic and what we can expect next. Lulu also offers up tons of great advice for anyone looking to get started or raise funds in tech, cannabis, psychedelics or any other market sector. Learn more about On The Revel:https://www.ontherevel.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ontherevel/, https://www.instagram.com/hyperlicious/Get in touch with Andrew Ward:www.iamandrewward.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecannawriterTwitter: https://twitter.com/TheCannaWriterMusic: "Memory" by Magiksolo Music and SFX licensed via Artlist.io

On this week's episode of Canna Say Something?, I get to speak with "The Weapon Of Sass Destruction," EFFY. The gay pro wrestler has been pivotal to increasing awareness and inclusivity in the often narrow minded world of pro wrestling. Just an hour before capturing the Internet Championship, EFFY spoke with me about the power of branding, connecting with fans and inclusivity. Learn more about EFFY:https://effylives.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/effylivesTwitter: https://twitter.com/EFFYlivesTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/effylivesYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs9mYSFtFr4r1DShdpUpmQQGet in touch with Andrew Ward:www.iamandrewward.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecannawriterTwitter: https://twitter.com/TheCannaWriterMusic: "Memory" by Magiksolo Music and SFX licensed via Artlist.io

On this week's episode of Canna Say Something?, New Jersey-based cannabis and IP lawyer Jess Gonzalez joins me. The Hiller PC legal mind has been integral in New Jersey's push towards adult use legalization. She dropped in to discuss where NJ's pot laws stand today, her journey from first-generation Ecuadorian-American to becoming one of the leading legal minds in cannabis today. Learn more about Jess Gonzalez Esq at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cannabogadaTwitter: https://twitter.com/cannabogadaGet in touch with Andrew Ward:Website: www.iamandrewward.comInstagram & Twitter: @TheCannaWriterMusic: "Memory" by Magiksolo Music and SFX licensed via Artlist.io

On this week's episode of Canna Say Something?, Laganja Estranja helps get things sickening on the pod. The RuPaul's Drag Race star (and a lot more) spent time dropping some education about her life, cannabis and LGBTQIA+ issues--with us exploring the importance of supporting Black trans lives along with people like Laganja, who recently came out as a trans woman herself. While supporting trans lives, Laganja is imploring us all to help end the drug war as well. We discussed her work as an ambassador with the Last Prisoner Project.Be sure to visit and subscribe the links for Laganja and myself. More importantly, visit and support the groups mentioned in today's episode. Find more information on in the links below. The Provincetown LGBTQ Center:https://ptown.org/community/lgbtq-centerThe Transgender Emergency Fund:https://transemergencyfund.org/Trans Resistance:https://www.transresistancema.comLast Prisoner Project:https://www.lastprisonerproject.org/Learn more about the Laganja at Website: https://laganjaestranja.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/LaganjaEstranjaTikTok: @TheOnlyLaganjaEstranjaAll Other Social Media: @LaganjaEstranjaGet in touch with Andrew Ward:Website: www.iamandrewward.comInstagram & Twitter: @TheCannaWriterLinkedIn: @iamandrewwardMusic: "Memory" by Magiksolo Music and SFX licensed via Artlist.io

On this week's episode of Canna Say Something?, media multi-hyphenate Jessica Golich joins me for an interview. Jessica and I share an interesting background from food service to Craigslist to legitimate media. She also dives into how she's become a success on TikTok despite its anti-cannabis stance. Much more on Jessica's career and personal journey. Learn more about the Jessica at Website: https://jessicagolich.com/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jessicagolichInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicaxgolich/Also visit and support The Last Prisoner Project:https://www.lastprisonerproject.org/Get in touch with Andrew Ward:Website: www.iamandrewward.comInstagram & Twitter: @TheCannaWriterMusic: "Memory" by Magiksolo Music and SFX licensed via Artlist.io

On this week's episode of Canna Say Something?, National Cannabis Industry Association Director of Media Relations, Morgan Fox, joins me to discuss an array of pressing subjects in cannabis, from the state of federal legalization to the disparity around drug sentencing, something Morgan experienced first-hand several years ago. Learn more about the NCIA at Website: https://thecannabisindustry.org/Twitter: https://twitter.com/morganfoxcle2dc, https://twitter.com/NCIAorgGet in touch with Andrew Ward:Website: www.iamandrewward.comInstagram & Twitter: @TheCannaWriterMusic: "Memory" by Magiksolo Music and SFX licensed via Artlist.io

On the inaugural episode of Canna Say Something?, Eminent Consulting Co-Founder and CEO Emma Chasen sits down to discuss a range of industry and personal topics, ranging from the issue surrounding sativa and indica categorizations, to the lack of LGBTQ representation in the industry today. Learn more about Emma Chasen and Eminent Consulting:Website: http://eminentconsultingfirm.com/Instagram: @EmmaChasen, @EminentConsultingGet in touch with Andrew Ward:Website: www.iamandrewward.comInstagram & Twitter: @TheCannaWriterMusic: "Memory" by Magiksolo Music and SFX licensed via Artlist.io