Innovating Cannabis Podcast

Today’s guest is Claudio Miranda, a longtime operator in California’s cannabis market dating back to the days before Prop 215. He co-founded Guild Extracts, one of the state’s pioneering extraction companies, and is now the co-founder of Budist—a consumer rating app often described as the Wine Spectator of cannabis for the depth of education and expertise it provides.Claudio joins me to discuss Budist’s recent partnership with MJBiz to launch the first-ever bi-coastal cannabis competition, The MJBowl, with winners set to be honored live on stage at MJBizCon this December 4th. Rather than pitting regions against each other, the event is designed as a celebration of excellence in each market.We also dive into Budist’s unique scoring and judging methodology for the competition, as well as highlights from the recent Revelry trade show and festival in New York.https://mjbizconference.com/mjbiz-x-budist-partnership-for-mjbizbowl/https://www.budist.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/cbmiranda/ The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

I'm your host, Pam Chmiel. In addition to producing and hosting this podcast, I'm also a journalist—you can find links to my work and contact information in the show notes. Today's guest is Flavia Cassani, who, along with her husband Mikey, co-founded Flow Kana in 2015 to champion sun-grown craft farmers in California's Emerald Triangle. At its peak, Flow Kana was the state's largest cannabis brand. But after taking on partners, they faced a hostile takeover and were ultimately pushed out of the company. After stepping away and spending time in Europe to regroup, Flavia and Mikey are back with a new vision for cannabis wellness. Their latest venture, FK Plus, is a hemp-based line of functional, herb-infused edibles and pre-rolls, crafted with a blend of specific strains to deliver more targeted experiences.www.fkplus.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/flavia-cassani The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My guest today is Todd Shapiro, CEO of Red Light Holland, a company at the forefront of cultivating and selling legal magic truffles in the Netherlands’ recreational market.Red Light Holland is taking a multi-pronged approach to advancing psilocybin legalization—both as a therapeutic tool and a recreational product.Todd shares insights into the company’s strategy in the Netherlands, their expansion into Canada with mushroom grow kits and functional gummies, and their groundbreaking partnership with Irvine Labs in California, a DEA-registered facility analyzing imported Red Light Holland truffles from the Netherlands. https://redlight.co/https://www.linkedin.com/in/todd-m-shapiro-778998b3/ The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alec Dixon is a lead judge for the Emerald Cup and co-founder of SC Testing Labs in California, Michigan, Arizona, and Colorado.For 15 years, SC Labs has tested hundreds of thousands of strains of cannabis and hemp, and learned a tremendous amount about the averages versus potentials on how the plant expresses itself.He shares insights into the characteristics of Emerald Cup-winning strains, and what is needed to take cannabis cultivation and products to the next level and what makes quality cannabis.Alec believes the craft industry is in danger of survival without attention to the preservation of terpenes and minor compounds through a continuous cold supply chain of custody. https://www.sclabs.com/company/our-locations/https://www.linkedin.com/in/alec-dixon-19448a40/ The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Our guest today is Kevin Jodrey, a renowned cultivator from Humboldt County, founder of Wonderland Nursery, head of the R&D lab for Cookies genetics, and co-founder of Ganjier, to name a few accomplishments. We discuss the recent white papers from Abstrax Tech about their discovery that scientifically proves low-concentration flavorants like aldehydes, esters, alcohols, and sulfurs are responsible for the aroma of cannabis- not terpenes. Kevin talks about the opportunities, nuances, and challenges of manipulating these volatile compounds in breeding, cultivation, and extraction processes. He also reminds us not to chase the shiny object and how so many other factors contribute to the entourage effect and the user's experience. Still, he is excited to have scientific evidence that supports what cultivators and scientists have known for years as the next frontier of cannabis exploration.https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-jodrey-619a0246/ The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today, we meet Ben Burstein, head of M&A and strategic partnerships at Leaflink. A leading wholesale cannabis commerce platform that connects brands and retailers by providing a digital marketplace where retailers can discover brands, place wholesale orders, and manage their inventory.We dive into the operational challenges of inventory management, identify emerging market performers, examine wholesale sales trends, and explore which states are emerging as opportunities for brands, as well as the long-term growth projections for the market.https://www.leaflink.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminburstein/ The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michael Sassano, a former Wall Street banker turned real estate developer, is known in the US for building 16 large-scale cultivation facilities in Nevada. He left for Europe in 2019 to get a head start in the European cannabis market and launched Somai, a cannabinoid pharmaceutical company based in Lisbon, Portugal. Currently operating in 12 countries, Michael plans to be in 18 by year-end.We discuss his global strategy and the obstacles he faces as a multi-country operator.https://www.linkedin.com/company/somaipharmahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelsassano3/ The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As Europe builds out a medically driven cannabis market, Sita Schubert is helping lead the charge. She's the founder and Secretary General of the EU Medical Cannabis Association and a seasoned pharmaceutical executive with a legal background. Her consultancy played a key role in helping Tilray establish itself as a leading operator in the German market.In this episode, we discuss the current state of the European cannabis industry, what it takes for outsiders to successfully enter the market, steps needed to harmonize regulations across international borders, and insights from her participation at the recent Global Cannabis Regulatory Summit in DC. https://www.linkedin.com/in/sita-schubert-a3195117/https://eumca.org The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today on The Mary Jane Society, we're joined by Shane Johnson, a Stanford-trained medical doctor and accomplished biotech entrepreneur. Shane is the co-founder of BayMedica, a pioneering manufacturer of rare and minor cannabinoid ingredients known for their exceptional purity, consistency, and scalability traits critical to the future of pharmaceutical-grade cannabinoid products. BayMedica was acquired by InMed Pharmaceuticals, a NASDAQ-listed, clinical-stage pharmaceutical company based in Canada. InMed is developing a robust pipeline of proprietary small molecule drug candidates that target the CB1 and CB2 receptors of the endocannabinoid system. Their current research programs focus on therapeutic treatments for Alzheimer's disease, as well as ocular and dermatological conditions. Dive into Shane's insights on cannabinoid drug development, the regulatory landscape, and the future of pharmaceutical innovation in cannabis. https://www.linkedin.com/in/shanejohnson3https://www.baymedica.comhttps://www.inmedpharma.com The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Cannabis Media Council was founded to build bridges between the cannabis industry and mainstream media, elevate advertising standards, and help shift public perception through strategic public service announcements. Acting as a think tank of forward-thinking industry leaders, the Council believes in collaboration over competition—sharing knowledge and resources to make sure that all boats rise.Today, I’m joined by co-founder Amy Deneson to explore the mission behind the Cannabis Media Council, its operations, and the impact it wants to make across media, marketing, and culture. https://www.cannabismediacouncil.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/amydeneson/ The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today, we will learn about a potentially groundbreaking digital platform called The Cancer Playbook that could accelerate cannabis medicine for cancer treatment and redefine how patients, doctors, and researchers approach cancer care.Joining me are Jamie Bennett, Founder and Director of Operations, and Ryan Castle, Director of Research at The Cancer Playbook and Whole Health Oncology Institute.In today's episode, we'll explore:How the Playbook empowers cancer patients with tools for symptom tracking, using and dosing Rick Simpson Oil, education, and supportHow it enhances physician decision-making through patient-reported outcomes using cannabisThe value of this data in clinical research and cannabis drug discovery And how they're partnering with major research institutions to shape the future of cannabis and cancer carehttps://cancerplaybook.org/https://wholehealthoncologyinstitute.com/ The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Abstrax Tech is a leading terpene research, formulation, and manufacturing company renowned for its proprietary analytical technology and scientific breakthroughs. Most recently, the team made headlines for discovering a new class of volatile aromatic compounds responsible for the unmistakable skunky scent of cannabis. Abstrax recreates precise and authentic terpene profiles that reflect the original plant by reverse-engineering each strain and flavor from scratch. Today, we're joined by TJ Martin, Vice President of R&D at Abstrax Tech, to explore what it takes to partner with Abstrax and build a standout vape brand. https://abstraxtech.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/tjmartin2/ The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bud and Mary_Duncan Mackie. PhD Director of Pharmacology & Experimental TherapeuticsToday, I’m joined by Dr. Duncan Mackie, Director of Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics at Bud & Mary's—an MSO with operations in Colorado, Michigan, Iowa, and Missouri.Under Dr. Mackie’s leadership, Bud & Mary’s became the first cannabis company and multi-state operator to obtain a DEA research license—marking a major milestone for the industry.With a PhD in pharmacology and deep expertise in drug discovery, molecular biology, and G-protein-coupled receptor pharmacology, Dr. Mackie is advancing our understanding of cannabinoids and their interaction with the endocannabinoid system. His work is helping to identify novel drug targets and explore the therapeutic potential of cannabis for a range of medical conditions.Bud & Mary’s also applies this scientific insight to their product formulations, integrating cutting-edge research into what’s available on dispensary shelves.In our conversation, we explore their approach to product development, the regulatory hurdles they face, and their long-term vision.https://www.budmary.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/duncan-mackie-ph-d-3bb1892b/ The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today, we're welcoming the team behind Vitabudz — a NYC legacy street brand making the leap into the legal cannabis market. Founded by brothers Jullian and Rich Murray, Vitabudz has teamed up with veteran cultivator Aaron Field to bring their passion for top-shelf, regeneratively grown cannabis to the New York marketplace.Their story is rooted in experience — with Jullian, Rich, and Aaron honing their cultivation skills in Colorado and California before returning home to New York, ready to take on the state's fast-growing legal industry. We dive into Aaron's sustainable farming practices, the Murray brothers' journey from the streets of Brooklyn to building a recognized brand, and their strategy for marketing their flower and edibles in this new, competitive landscape.Let's find out how Vitabudz plans to stand out and thrive in New York's evolving cannabis scene. The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today's guest is Dr. Avery Gilbert, a Sensory Scientist with roots in the luxury perfume industry. He's worked with major global brands and now brings his expertise to the cannabis space, helping companies elevate their products through sensory research and R&D.In this episode, we explore what truly defines a luxury product—beyond just price or packaging. From wine to perfume, luxury goods share common threads: craftsmanship, culture, technology, media, retail experience, and the art of blending. Cannabis brands can reach luxury status if done the right way.We'll break down these elements to understand whether cannabis can not only claim luxury status—but earn it. https://www.synesthetics.com/ The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Josh Krane is heading cultivation and manufacturing operations for one of NJ's top brands, Garden Greens. He brought his expertise from California, where he started in the medical market and transitioned into rec. He and his partners launched Field Extracts, which won multiple awards, the Emerald Cup, and Masters of Rosin, and then sold the company to GlassHouse Farms in 2019. He also ran 4 Front Ventures California operations for few years before setting his sights on the East coast.Join us as Josh talks about how he is running one of NJ's top cultivation facilities and brands, and how he is navigating NJs growing market.https://ggcann.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuakrane/ The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today, we're talking about sensory science and its crucial role in R&D product development. While this methodology has been widely used for decades in the hops, beer, food, beverage, and perfume industries, the cannabis industry is just beginning to tap into its potential.Our guest today is Marshall Ligare, Ph.D., former Research Scientist and Product Development Lead at John I. Haas, one of the world's leading hops suppliers. The beer and hops industry has long relied on sensory science to craft unique and consistent flavor profiles, and Marshall brings a wealth of knowledge on how these techniques can be applied to cannabis. Marshall is currently the Director of Research Development at Vuca Hemp Farms. Join us as we explore what cannabis can learn from the beer industry's deep expertise in sensory-driven innovation and how these insights can elevate product development in the cannabis industry. The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today, we're discussing cannabis extraction with industry expert Murphy Murri. She has been working in extraction since the early days of legalization in Colorado and has built a reputation as a go-to expert in both solventless and BHO techniques. She helps extraction teams optimize their operations, develop new products, and write SOPs to ensure efficiency and quality. In this episode, we discuss how extractors can fine-tune their processes to preserve important compounds that are easily destroyed, as well as why more brands should apply sensory science to their R&D process for next-level product development. https://www.linkedin.com/in/murphymurri/ The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As the beverage industry heats up, convenience store operators are debating about embracing this fast emerging category despite its legal gray area. Meet Melissa VonderHaar, she is a nationally recognized expert in the convenience store channel . She regularly writes for the sector, covering stories specifically on cannabis, tobacco, vapor, and alcohol categories, and she speaks on the subject at numerous industry events. She is also Head of Industry Relations for iSEE Store Innovations. Melissa shares important insights on why convenience stores will massively benefit from selling THC drinks, and it may be the tipping point for mass distribution and acceptance for this category. https://www.iseeinnovation.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissavonderhaar The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today, we’re joined by Ian Dyche, Head of Operations at MFNY, a top-selling brand in the NY market with its line of live resin products. A seasoned cultivator with 20 years of experience, Ian honed his craft in California before returning to his home state of New York bringing extensive expertise in large-scale cultivation and processing, specializing in indoor and high-tech, light-assisted greenhouse environments. Ian and his teams have earned top honors at the Emerald Cup, Santa Cruz Cup, Cannabis Cup, Hitman’s Best of New York, Long Island Cannabis Cup, New York Rosin Competition, and more. Join us as we dive into Ian’s work at MFNY, exploring the innovations and strategies that keep them at the forefront of New York’s cannabis scene.https://www.mfny.co/ #cultivation #NewYork #cannabis #extraction #MFNY #farming The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

When we talk about crafting the best cannabis products, we often focus on extraction and preserving key compounds. But what happens in the curing process is just as crucial—if not more—when it comes to manipulating and enhancing a strain's unique characteristics.Joe Edwards knows a lot about this and has engineered decontamination and curing technology for Yofumo where he is the chief science officer. He is a biochemist, engineer, and expert on various agricultural systems and operations. He has won multiple awards for his post-harvest curation methodologies. Join us as we geek out and get deep into the weeds of curing. https://yofumo.com/pro-cure/ #cannabiseducation #biochemistry #extraction #cultivation #curing The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today, our guest is Tom Cortez, CEO of Emergent Beverages, a seed-to-shelf company specializing in hemp-infused beverages. With a team of veterans from the alcohol industry, Emergent develops its own brands—like Calexio—while also helping other companies with brand development, manufacturing, and distribution. We’ll be talking about the growing hemp beverage market and what it takes to succeed in this space.https://www.emergentbeverage.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-cortez-851b4610/ The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Every cannabis market has its own unique path to legalization, and Washington, DC, is no exception. Terrance White, CEO of the luxury dispensary Monko, joins us to discuss the city's evolving cannabis landscape. As the former chairman of the I-71 committee (more on that), he has played a key role in shaping DC's cannabis regulations. Now, as he prepares to open his second location—complete with a cultivation license—he shares his mission to destigmatize cannabis through high-end dispensary experiences and position DC as a world-class cannabis destination.https://monko.co/ The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

High Tide, the company responsible for Canna Cabana, the largest cannabis retail brand in Canada with over 190 retail locations, has officially entered the German cannabis market with its recent acquisition of Purecan- a German manufacturer and distributor with a license to import cannabis. They also announced they are actively seeking to participate in Germany's pilot retail program scheduled to launch in 2025, hoping to bring their Canna Cabana retail brand to Germany. High Tide's Chief Communications Officer, Omar Khan, joins the Mary Jane Society podcast to discuss this exciting expansion into the German market and discuss their multi-pronged approach to its global business strategy.https://hightideinc.com/ The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Johns Hopkins University, renowned for its world-class medical program, established the Cannabis Science Lab (CSL) a number of years ago, but its research has become increasingly critical as the US government continues to neglect its duty in this area, hindering the industry's growth and economic development. Armed with a Schedule 1 research license, access to state-of-the-art cognitive testing equipment, an in-house pharmacy capable of formulating various products, and a reliable supply of high-quality cannabis flower and extracts, the Lab is well-equipped to conduct rigorous investigations. Today our guest is Professor Ryan Vandrey, one of the esteemed professors, researchers, and scientists leading research at the Lab. We talk about their latest studies and the major consumer observational study they are about to ramp up. The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

BevNET is a media company focused on the mainstream beverage industry that includes producing one of the country's top beverage industry trade shows in Los Angeles and NYC each year. BevNet also creates CPG food and drink-focused podcasts, networking events, and a print magazine. I interviewed BevNet's founder, John Craven, to get insights into the mainstream beverage industry that might be applied to cannabis beverages. If you are thinking of launching a cannabis beverage or want insights into the sector-- listen in. John is a sought after expert on beverages and drops knowledge worth listening to. https://www.bevnet.com/ The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

PHCANN International is one of a handful of European vertically integrated cannabis companies leading the way in establishing a trusted medical-first cannabis market. Last year, they partnered with Mike Tyson 2.0 to launch his products into the EU medical market.Today, our guest is Sasho Stephanoski, CEO of PHCANN. We talked about the European cannabis landscape and PHCANNs partnership with Mike Tyson.https://phcann.com/ The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Red Light Holland, a publicly traded company based in Canada, has been a trailblazer in the legal cultivation and sale of psilocybin truffles in the Netherlands for years. They also have a business selling functional mushroom grow kits for home use worldwide.Today, our guest is Sarah Hashkes, Red Light Holland's Chief Technology and Innovation Officer, to talk about their app, imicrodose, a journaling app they developed to gain insights into the usage and benefits of psilocybin microdosing they can use to support the development of global standards and regulations in the psychedelics industry.RLH also partnered with Professor David Nutt, a renowned British neuropsychopharmacologist, to analyze imicrodose's data. Sarah shares the outcome of this collaboration and RLH's future plans.Use wisdom2025 for a discount on their meditation app: https://redlight.co/products/https://www.linkedin.com/in/shashkes-sarit-hashkes-4a86b977/ The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle Page grew up in the NYC and NJ area before being sent to a Kansas prison on marijuana charges for 8 years until the Last Prisoner Project intervened and got him released. They also helped him land a job with Ascend Wellness in their NJ cultivation operations. Kyle rapidly moved through the ranks into a top cultivation position. This year, Ascend Wellness is setting him up with his own dispensary called East Coast in Dank.This is a happy ending for someone who served time in federal prison for selling marijuana and turned things around to open a dispensary with a top MSO. The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Peter Shafran, publisher of The Other Magazine, a new lifestyle magazine focused on NYC and the Hudson Valley, joins The Mary Jane Society podcast to discuss his plans for the cultural magazine and how he plans to build community through music events, farm tours, and wellness retreats as an extension of the magazine. He has big plans outside of just the magazine. Let’s welcome Peter Shafran to hear his big ideas. https://www.theothermagazines.com/ The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

German company Storz & Bickel is well known for its medical-grade dry herb vaporizers that have been in the market for over 20 years. The company was acquired by Canopy Growth in 2018, and Jurgen Bickel has been leading the company and R&D since then. Jurgen joined The Mary Jane Society podcast to talk about the company's trajectory, new innovations, the state of the German market, and why recreational users should use his products, not just medical patients. https://www.storz-bickel.com/en-us The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex Rogers grew up in the Northeast California /Oregon area and has been in the cannabis industry for a few decades. He moved his family to Slovenia, where his wife is from, and founded the International Cannabis Business Conference, also known as ICBC. This B2B cannabis business conference has been running for about ten years and attracts people around the globe. He is now launching an extension of the conference with The Talman House, a private membership club for investors and businesses to network, have access to investors, and do business. Alex talks about his new venture, the Talman House, investor interest, and the state of the European cannabis industry.https://thetalmangroup.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-rogers-03976510 The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

You may have heard of new AI-powered apps that match you to a specific cannabis product based on your preferences and other people who share their outcomes using products for the same purpose.Now, there is the HashDash app. It matches flower strains to consumers based on over 5,000 strain profiles. It directs consumers to a nearby dispensary that sells the strain or products with the same strain or similar cannabinoid profile. You can purchase it and pick it up through the app.Today, our guest is Scott Lynch, the co-founder of HashDash. He shares his journey building the app and working with dispensaries to make choosing and finding strains an easier experience for consumers.https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-lynch-24497125/https://hashdash.com/ The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome Jake Litke, CEO of MediaJel, a digital advertising platform specializing in the cannabis industry. Jake has had 20 years of experience building ad tech platforms around geo and mobile data. In 2018, he launched MediaJel to specifically serve the cannabis industry in media buying, attribution, and retargeting capabilities. We talk about programmatic advertising strategies, especially for CTV, and why it may be the next big advertising opportunity for the cannabis industry. https://www.mediajel.com/ #podcast #cannabisindustry #business #digitalmarketing #CTV The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

David Nava, CRO at Rukli, a well-known California cannabis warehouse and distribution company. David started in the alcohol industry, learning the ins and outs of sales and distribution with large distributors like Southern Wine and Spirits. He went on to lead sales for 4 years at PetalFast and is now taking the reins at Rukli, We talk about the challenges and solutions of the distribution supply chain, why you shouldn't self-distro, how to get into retail and stay there, CPG trends, and what's happening in the NY and California markets. David is well-known on the West Coast in the cannabis industry and brings valuable information to the show. Please hit the "like" button to help us rank in podcast shows🙏🏻https://ruklidistro.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-nava The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is connected TV ready for the cannabis industry? Today, I interviewed Steve Peterson, president of Citizen Green TV, a new interactive streaming channel on the ROKU TV network that operates on blockchain technology. Steve talks about the content they are curating, advertising opportunities for brands, and their focus on educating the public on cannabis health, wellness, and industry education. Listen to how Steve is taking the industry to a new level in mainstream media.Global Compliance Applications Corp.Steve Peterson (for advertisers) The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As the cannabis industry and its needs evolve, customized machinery and equipment are needed to support its growth.Today, our guest is Ryan Hoitt, the inventor and CEO of the vape-filling company Vape-Jet. Vapes are the 2nd best-selling product in the country, and the demand for rosin-based or solventless products is increasing. With that comes the need for improved machinery.Ryan talks about how he needs to stay ahead of trends in the industry to ensure his machinery can adapt to the consumers changing consumption preferences in cannabis. If you are thinking of launching a vape brand, you should listen in; Ryan shares insights into what to consider as far as the equipment you will need to get the job done.Vape-Jet: https://vape-jet.com/Ryan Hoitt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-hoitt/ The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

TRENDS cannabis dispensary in Queens, NY, celebrated its grand opening this summer. It is the largest cannabis dispensary in NYC, founded by brothers Rodney and Brandon Carter, both of whom have been arrested for past possession. Their father, Rodney Carter, Sr., also received a conviction close to 30 years ago. We spoke to the brothers about their dispensary operation in NYC to learn how things are going in the first few months of opening and their plans for the future. The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Green Lady Dispensary is a family-owned business on the island of Nantucket in Massachusetts, with a 2nd location recently opened in Newton, an upscale town outside of Boston.Co-founder Nicole Campbell headed the family's operations and joined the show to talk about the state of the cannabis industry in Massachusetts and how they are navigating growth and expansion into NY with their well-known products consumer-tested in Massachusetts. https://www.thegreenladydispensary.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-campbell-470926180/ The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michael Briggs is President of Spiritus Oregon, the first company to receive a psilocybin edibles manufacturing license in the US. We discuss their seed-to-sale operations in Oregon, white-label manufacturing services, and what Spiritus has planned for their brand lineup—founded by well-known cannabis medical doctor Rachel Knox, and an impressive team of psilocybin extraction and formulation experts who are poised to introduce psychedelic mushrooms to the masses.If you want to know everything about producing psilocybin edibles, from cultivation to manufacturing and retail, tune in to this episode with Michael Briggs.https://www.spiritusoregon.com/homehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-j-briggs/ The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

NFL great Ricky Williams is well-known for publicly advocating for cannabis and its therapeutic benefits by missing a football season and giving up millions of dollars because he purposely tested positive for cannabis. He joins the show to discuss the importance of using his fame to advocate for plant medicine.We discussed his new line of hemp-based products and future plans for beverages, psilocybin treatment centers, partnerships, and global expansion.I learned that Ricky Williams is a genuine advocate of the plant, and really enjoyed meeting him. The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Stephanie Abrams is a neuropharmacologist, researcher, and founder of Beyond The Bench, a consultant company in the psychedelic space.As a neuropharmacologist, she deeply understands medical therapies, plant medicines, and clinical studies and is a published researcher and writer.Stephanie designs and facilitates simple scientific trials and studies for plant medicine brands and psychedelic organizations & clinics.https://www.beyondthebench.life/aboutstephaniekarzonabramsWe discussed: 1. The current state of legalization and decriminalization of psychedelics, particularly psilocybin. 2. Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy and Microdosing Benefits 3. Mushroom Strains and Psychedelic Products 4. Navigating Psychedelic Product Development Challenges 5. Exploring Supplements, Cannabis, and Stacking 6. Advancing Women's Health Through Integrative Medicine The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cannabis brands and retailers are challenged to find creative ways to market their businesses because strict rules forbid traditional methods. Best in Grass is a new company started by two High Times event producers, Mark Kazinec and Jason Quinn. It offers dispensaries and brands the opportunity to collaborate on a new and creative marketing solution for the cannabis industry.Best in Grass is a state-by-state product competition that involves product sampling kits, consumer judging contests, and awards ceremonies.It is a way to get locals excited about cannabis brands and an opportunity for dispensaries to drive traffic to their stores through its engaging consumer experience.https://bestingrass.iohttps://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-kazinec-3148b82bWe Talked About:Best in Grass Founding and ExpansionHonest Cannabis Product Competitions ExplainedNavigating State-by-State Regulations in Cannabis IndustryCannabis Industry Trends and DemographicsCompany's Business Expansion and Collaboration StrategyCannabis Industry Award Show Marketing StrategyBest in Grass Brand Support and Partnership The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matthias Fischer is the founder and Managing Director of Canymed, a subsidiary of Grunhorn, Germany's largest cannabis supply chain. He shares insights into how Grunhorn is building its seed-to-sale operation and supporting medical research through its robust data collection. We talk about the industry's bottlenecks and what needs to be done for the cannabis industry to flourish in Europe. https://www.gruenhorn.de https://www.canymed.com Contact: Maja Hoock: [email protected] The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What if you could R&D a cannabis product or cultivate a strain knowing the precise effects a specific cannabinoid or terpene would provide a person based on scientific evidence? You can.Our latest guest is Israel Gasperin, the CEO of Zentrela, a scientific research company using EEG and AI technology to measure the brain waves of a cannabis user as a way to understand the impact of cannabis on the brain and how it alters a person's mood.Brands are using the technology to provide scientifically backed evidence on how specific cannabinoids and terpenes can affect a person by using their products. It will be a game-changer for breeders and product developers looking to provide a particular effect to their consumers.The technology is groundbreaking for cannabis brands, breeders, and cultivators. Pax used it to prove the efficacy of the entourage effect in their rosin-based products.https://zentrela.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/israelgasperin/Show Outline:What is the Cognalyzer?How does it works to measure cannabis's effects on the brain? THC vs. terpenes!!!!!!What are some of the critical insights you gain using this technology?(Onset time, intensity, and duration of the psychoactive effects for specific consumer types, individual is a regular, experienced consumer or a lower-tolerance, infrequent consumer.)Guides product development? Case studies on how brands are using it? Who is mostly interested in using the Cognalyzer?How do you ensure the accuracy and reliability of the data collected by the Cognalyzer?Cognalyzer method vs. traditional clinical trials for studying cannabis effects? What are the main advantages?What are some of the challenges or limitations of using EEG and AI to study cannabis effects?How might this research impact cannabis regulations or policies in the future?What's next on the horizon for Zentrela's cannabis research using this brain wave technology? The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Roxanne Jennings is head of production for Envirostar, a Minnesota-based manufacturer that uses spray drying technology to turn food into powder—(think cake mixes). They also have a booming business producing THC drink sticks. We discuss the trend toward this method of consumption and the ease of launching drink sticks to use as a brand-building catalyst for your company. Roxanne predicts cannabis will be a regular food ingredient in the future, and they are ready to provide the tools to make it happen.Roxanne answers the following questions and more:1. What is the spray drying method?2. Companies buy bulk powder vs. distillate to make edibles and drinks in their own facility to save on storage and shipping costs. + Shelf life + R&D.3. Are cannabinoids preserved in spray drying manufacturing?4. What other popular ingredients besides THC are people using to enhance stick packs?5. Are drink sticks preservative-free?6. What are tips for launching or adding drink sticks to your product line?7. Most breweries in Minnesota include drink mixes in their product line! It's legal!Minnesota doesn't need consumption lounges; you can consume anywhere!8. What is the cost to launch a drink mix line?9. What R&D initiatives is Envirostar working on?10. Are functional wellness ingredients trending in beverages?11. Roxanne predicts cannabis will be a common food ingredient. The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Breanna Neff is the founder of Brelixi, a powdered THC drink mix that is leaning into the functional wellness trend and uses ingredients like adaptogens and nootropics. Breanna has a degree in food science and process engineering from Cornell University and formulated the Brelixi drink mix. She uses hemp biomass (not synthetics) and sources from cultivators that are part of the Black Farmers Alliance in Georgia.Breanna is building a strong following on TikTok and in her NY community and doing really well for her first year in business.https://brelixi.com The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jason Bello is the founder and CEO of a relatively new B2B cannabis trade show called The Flower Expo. He says his show is for "brands to meet buyers," and similar to how food and wine shows operate where there is an emphasis on product sampling. Jason learned the trade show ropes by working at West Coast trade shows like Hall of Flowers and Green Street Festival. Jason launched The Flower Expo last year in Massachusetts and is back again on June 5-6th in rural Greenfield, Mass. The show is set in the foothills of the Berkshire Mountains, with food trucks and lots of product sampling. It will then move on to Lansing, Michigan, for an inaugural show in that state.https://theflowerexpo.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonmatthewbello/ The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Holly Teegarden is a former marketing executive turned cannabis entrepreneur. Her first endeavor was in 2019 with a brick-and-mortar store focused on CBD wellness in Pittsburgh, PA. She then launched cannabis-focused wellness retreats for women over the age of 35+, mainly for the canna-curious, to introduce them to the wellness benefits of cannabis in the form of a relaxing retreat. So far, she has launched in four states from the Midwest to the East Coast. MoodRXRetreat The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Prof. Dedi Meiri heads the Laboratory of Cancer and Cannabinoid Research at Technion, Israel's highly regarded Institute of Technology. He comes from a highly diverse scientific background in biochemistry, plant biotechnology, and cancer and has about 50 research scientists working under him. We discuss the complexities of the endocannabinoid system and Dr. Meiri's painstaking work to document numerous combinations of cannabinoids to determine which ones unlock specific receptors to treat diseases like cancer. Does the endocannabinoid system hold the answers to understanding how cancer works in the body and how to destroy it? Key Talking Points:Research Focus: Dr. Dmeiri's lab specializes in drug discovery, primarily focusing on cancer and other indications using medicinal plants.Precision Medicine: By understanding which receptors cannabinoids bind to and their specific effects on different cells and tissues, personalized medicine approaches can be developed.Identified specific cannabis strains and molecules that work synergistically with immunotherapy, enhancing its effectiveness without compromising it. Emphasizes the importance of matching the right cannabis strain to the patient and their treatment regimen.Examples of Applications: The research has identified cannabinoids that affect conditions like sleep disorders and specific cancers by modulating receptors and biological pathways.Clinical Trials: Conducted four clinical trials to understand how cannabis interacts with immunotherapy. Found that cannabis can either reduce or not affect the effectiveness of immunotherapy, depending on the specific strain and cannabinoids present.Ongoing research is needed to identify which plant combinations are most effective for treating specific diseases.In various studies on conditions like inflammation, cancer, and migraines, THC was rarely the primary active component; other cannabinoids like CBD or minor cannabinoids were more effective.Future Directions in Personalized Medicine: The potential to identify deficiencies in the endocannabinoid system through blood samples is still far off. The Innovating Cannabis podcast is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a freelance writer and editor for the Cannabis Industry Journal. Get in touch with [email protected]   Twitter   InstagramPlease like the show to help us reach more listeners🙏🏻  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.