Coming out of decades of prohibition, the cannabis industry faces an uphill battle in the fight to be treated like other industries. At the same time, regulations are necessary to ensure that consumers have access to safe, tested products, and can enjoy a predictable effect. Other highly regulated industries like banking, health care and alcohol, have been accused of balancing the high cost of doing business with focusing marketing efforts on vulnerable populations and the heaviest consumers of their products. As cannabis moves from prohibited drug to consumer packaged good, how do we balance the need for regulation and industry success with public health and safety?

Join our Chief Knowledge Officer, Amanda Reiman, PhD, MSW, and Dr. Gerhart of CMed for an insightful episode that will support your journey as a medical cannabis patient. We'll explore whether and why you should inform your primary care provider, how to select the right cannabis products, and the essential questions to ask at the dispensary. Plus, we'll share tips on how to talk to family and friends about your use. You'll also learn about important medical considerations, such as managing potential reactions, identifying contraindications, and tracking your progress for a safer, more informed experience.

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. Meet Vitaly, a pivotal figure in the development of Ukraine's medical cannabis legislation, and his translator Katerina, as they share their insights into the development of a medical cannabis program. Discover the challenges faced and overcome on the path to access, from bureaucratic hurdles to skepticism within the medical community. Learn about the profound impact medical cannabis can have on individuals suffering from trauma, anxiety, and PTSD, especially in the context of Ukraine's current environment. Explore the innovative strategies adopted by Ukraine, including digital systems for cultivation, production, and distribution, to ensure safe and efficient access to medical cannabis. Gain a deeper understanding of how partnerships between Ukraine and international allies have played a crucial role in advancing this groundbreaking legislation and accelerating access for the people who live there. The discussions in this podcast serve as a testament to the power of perseverance and solidarity in bringing about positive change for the people of Ukraine.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.