Salvador Santana believes in the power of the cannabis plant. His grandmother created tinctures from the medicinal herb. His father Carlos often used it for inspiration when creating his award-winning rhythms. Now, Salvador is using his legacy of cannabis knowledge to craft VAYA, a socially-conscious cannabis brand based out of California. In this interview recorded during the Spring Emerge Virtual Cannabis Conference, Salvador speaks with Cannabis & Tech Today Managing Editor Patricia Miller to share his passion for the plant, his challenges as a father and entrepreneur, and his vision for the future. This episode of Cannabis Tech Talks is brought to you by Greenvault | Cutting Edge Cannabis Processing Learn more about the preferred supplier of industrial grade processing and weighing equipment for dried flower processing at greenvaultsystems.com!

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Episode 58: Salvador Santana

Join Cannabis & Tech Today Editor-in-Chief Charles Warner as he chops it up with special guest Codie Sanchez, managing director and partner at Entourage Effect Capital (EEC). Since 2014, EEC has poured over $100 million into investments in the cannabis industry. Sanchez’s work with the Arcview Group, Magma Partners Venture Fund, Texans for Veterans, and the Marijuana Policy Project give her a unique understanding of the complexities of the cannabis market. In this interview plucked from Spring Emerge 2021, Sanchez shares her investment secrets and some common-sense advice to help you turn your cents into dollars. This episode of Cannabis Tech Talks is brought to you by Greenvault | Cutting Edge Cannabis Processing Learn more about the preferred supplier of industrial grade processing and weighing equipment for dried flower processing at greenvaultsystems.com!

Episode 57: Codie Sanchez of Entourage Effect Capital (EEC)

How much do you know about the “Qween of Green,” Miss Laganja Estranja? Also known as Jay Jackson, this powerhouse artist, drag queen, and cannabis advocate is bringing marijuana to the mainstream. She starred as a guest judge on Chopped 420, a cannabis cooking competition airing on Discovery+, but her public recognition of the plant started in 2014 with her work on season six of RuPaul’s Drag Race. Join Cannabis & Tech Today Managing Editor Patricia Miller to learn how a dance injury changed Laganja’s perception of cannabis and why she wasn’t afraid to bring her passion to the public eye. How have perceptions changed since her 2014 debut and what’s next for her colorful career? Find out in this episode of Cannabis Tech Talks. This episode of Cannabis Tech Talks is brought to you by Surna | Cultivation Technologies Get comprehensive solutions for cannabis and controlled environment agriculture facilities by visiting surna.com

Episode 56: Advocacy and Artistry with Laganja Estranja

Dr. Chanda Macias, PhD has spent years fighting to educate and provide medical marijuana access. Dr. Macias joins Patricia Miller to discuss her current role as the CEO of Ilera Holistic Healthcare, the developing cannabis marketplace in Louisiana, and so much more! Learn more about Ilera Holisitic Healthcare at https://ileraholistichealthcare.com/ This week's episode of Cannabis Tech Talks is brought to you by Loda Enterprises, INC. | Industrial & Commercial Label Printer Solutions Visit loda.com to learn how Loda can help you implement your unique vision successfully!

Episode 55: Dr. Chanda Macias

It takes an elite attitude to become one of the top 50 players in NBA history. Isiah Thomas, iconic Detroit Pistons all-star, analyst, and entrepreneur, is bringing his winning mindset to cannabis. He recently announced a $3 million investment into One World Pharma, a global supplier of hemp-derived ingredients. His investment will help the company attain new certifications and facilities while reaching a wider audience. How did Thomas make the transition from anti-cannabis athlete to one of the world’s largest African American cannabis producers? Find out in this exclusive discussion with the legend himself. This episode of Cannabis & Tech Talks is brought to you by SURNA surna.com

Episode 54: NBA Legend Isiah Thomas

Should athletes be allowed to use cannabis? Is it performance enhancing? Could it replace opioids as the preferred medicine for post-game recovery? Former Super Bowl champion and host of Doobin’ with Rueben, Rueben Droughns tackles these tough questions with Cannabis & Tech Today Managing Editor Patricia Miller in this episode of Cannabis Tech Talks. This episode of Cannabis & Tech Talks is brought to you by ACS Laboratory acslabcannabis.com

Episode 53: Is 2021 the Year of Cannabis in Sports?

The herb is one of the most pure medicines out there,” says Grammy-nominated musician and founder of JuJu Royal Julian Marley. In this exclusive interview, Managing Editor Patricia Miller speaks with Marley to understand why he entered the CBD space, how his views have changed since JuJu Royal was founded, and what he sees for the future of the industry. This episode of Cannabis & Tech Talks is brought to you by Hardy Diagnostics | Pathogen Detection & Environmental Monitoring Products See the amazing line-up of products go to: https://hardydiagnostics.com/

Episode 52: The Healing of the Nation with Julian Marley

The path to cannabis is different for everyone. For many, the journey starts with pain. For Danny Murr-Sloat, his career in cannabis cultivation started with severe pain, fentanyl, and a deep desire to find pain management solutions that didn’t leave him depressed, asleep, and missing out on his life. In this special episode of Cannabis Tech Talks, Murr-Sloat shares his harrowing battle with illness and isolation, and reveals how cannabis helped change his life for the better. Today's episode of Cannabis Tech Talks is brought to you by Epac | Flexible Packaging for the Cannabis Industry & Beyond See their entire lineup of foil bags, printed bags, & more go to https://epacflexibles.com/

Episode 51: Whole Plant Wellness | A Cannabis Journey with Danny Murr-Sloat, Co-Founder, AlpinStash

How did a background in technology and eco-innovation help Glass House Group President & Chief Cannabis Officer, Graham Farrar create one of California’s largest cannabis companies? Tune in to this “Sustainable Leadership” special podcast to find out. From his pioneering work with audio company Sonos to founding a vertically-integrated cannabis powerhouse, Farrar is reimagining what it means to grow green. Join host and Cannabis & Tech Today Managing Editor Patricia Miller to discover what it takes to become a leader in sustainability. This episode of Cannabis Tech Talks is brought to you by Hardy Diagnostics | Pathogen Detection & Environmental Monitoring Products  See the amazing line-up of products go to: https://hardydiagnostics.com/

Episode 50: Glass House Group | Doing Craft Cannabis At Scale with President & Chief Cannabis Officer Graham Farrar

We often judge a brand by its packaging. What does this company represent, what’s their culture, and how does it reflect the lifestyle of the person buying it? We speak with Evan Eneman, serial entrepreneur, investor, and advisor for some expert insights. From his work with Fiorello, a cannabis branding and marketing agency, to co-founding Casa Verde Capital alongside Calvin “Snoop Dogg” Broadus, Eneman is an authority on creating brand loyalty. He and C&TT Managing Editor Patricia Miller discuss how to create brand identity, build a brand architecture, and the importance of visual storytelling in marketing. Today's episode of Cannabis Tech Talks is brought to you by ePac | Flexible packaging  with exceptional stand up pouches, lay flat pouches and rollstock available to the cannabis industry. Learn more go to https://epacflexibles.com/

Episode 49: Celebrity-Centric Brands: Hopper Reserve An Art- and Creativity-Driven Cannabis Label with Evan Eneman

Nobody likes talking about mortgages or refinancing, but we promise this podcast will inspire, educate, and inform. Illinois is adapting rapidly to legalized cannabis, but how are new home buyers with an income from cannabis supposed to find a lender? Federal banking isn’t friendly to the cannabis industry — but there are solutions. Listen as Editor-in-Chief Charles Warner discovers how would-be-homeowners can find hope for their future. Learn more about Guaranteed Rate Affinity at www.grarate.com/jgoldman Today's episode of Cannabis Tech Talks is brought to you by ACS Laboratory | The Gold-Standard in Hemp & Cannabis Testing Check out ACS Laboratory at https://acslabcannabis.com/  

CTT Episode 48 : Jon Goldman wants to help members of the Cannabis Industry own their own homes.

This week’s episode of Cannabis Tech Talks brings a celebrity guest to the situation room. Frontman for The Birds and Crosby, Stills, Nash, & Young, as well as the face of the Mighty Croz Brand, the legendary David Crosby joins Managing Editor Patricia Miller to discuss some of the setbacks and difficulties of maintaining a celebrity cannabis brand. Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to Cannabis Tech Talks to keep up with all the action. This episode of CTT is brought to you by ACS Laboratory | Cannabis & Hemp Testing – Trusted Nationwide Learn more go to https://acslabcannabis.com/

Episode 47: The David Crosby

Along with your host Editor-in-Chief, Charles Warner; Elizabeth Browde, COO of 420MEDIA discusses her latest venture: A New Cannabis Channel. There’s considerable buzz around cannabis but there’s still too much fear and stigma. Browde’s channel dispels the myths and dives into the science behind the therapeutic and widely misunderstood plant. Today's episode of Cannabis & Tech Talks is brought to you by Rad Source | Cannabis Decontamination View their lineup of products at https://www.radsource.com/

Episode 46: Elizabeth Browde – 420MEDIA & The ALL NEW Cannabis Television Network

Cannabis is a fickle plant. Whether it’s mold, mildew, or pests, there are plenty of opportunities for costly pathogens to contaminate a crop. In this episode, C&T Today Managing Editor Patricia Miller speaks with Rad Source Executive Vice President George Terry and Head of Research & Development Dr. Justin Czerniawski to learn the ins and outs of cannabis remediation. What are some common solutions and is there a way to avoid remediation all together?  This episode of Cannabis & Tech Talks is brought to you by Fluence By Osram | All for Light & Life Learn more about fluence and their premium lighting devices at https://fluence.science/

Episode 45: Cannabis Remediation, Decontamination & Eradication | RAD SOURCE TECHNOLOGIES

On today’s podcast, your host Charles Warner, and Cannabis & Tech Today Managing Editor Patricia Miller interview a real OG of Hollywood -- Jim Belushi, who has recently made his way into headlines and onto television screens with his foray into cannabis, the 93-acre Belushi Farms, and his hit new show on the Discovery channel Growing Belushi. Jim shares how he chose some of his strains from legends like Captain Jack with “the Smell of SNL,” and what direction he sees cannabis heading next. You don’t want to miss this hilarious, informative, special episode of Cannabis & Tech Talks.

Episode 44: Cannabis According to Jim w/ Jim Belushi

Cannabis Tech Talks is a high-spirited and informative 10-20 minute discussion with cannabis industry leaders about the business, science, and tech topics moving the industry forward! The podcast is produced by the team behind the award-winning quarterly publication Cannabis & Tech Today.

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