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HQ²
by HQ Magazine
Greetings, industry leaders and canna-preneurs! This is your B2B hub, dissecting the trends shaping the cannabis accessory landscape.We're your co-pilots, navigating the legal terrain, financial ecosystems, and the evolving social impact of this dynamic market. Think of HQ² as your strategic partner, offering data-driven insights and expert perspectives through our insightful series. HQ² empowers you to make informed decisions and capitalize on the exciting opportunities within the cannabis accessory industry. So, buckle up and join the conversation!
Episodes
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Santa Suits in Summer & Schedule I Shenanigans
While the rest of the world soaks up the last rays of summer, we’re sweating through holiday deadlines and itchy Santa suits to bring you the latest from the counterculture frontlines. In this week’s episode of The HeadLine, we spotlight Pressure Smoke & Vape’s fire indoor hemp flower and dive…
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Heavy Hitters, High Stakes: Your August Issue Preview
From couture cannabis to data-driven dabs, this week’s HeadLine is stacked. Creative Director David Pogge previews the August issue of HQ Magazine, featuring style disruptors like Pinks founder Ali Bianco, engineering-turned-extraction powerhouse Arvida Labs, and a sobering call to unity from...
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Crackdowns, Pouches, and Property Booms
Connecticut is redrawing the hemp map—and smoke shops are in the crosshairs. This week on The HeadLine, we break down the new enforcement blitz, the legal gray zones, and why retailers should be paying close attention. Then: nicotine pouches go thermonuclear. With growth outpacing Bitcoin (yes,...
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710, Kratom Comebacks & Psychedelics on Prime Time
It’s 710, baby — and this week’s HeadLine hits harder than a Boost EVO on full temp. First, we’re spotlighting Dr. Dabber’s slick new collab with streetwear king Anwar Carrots. Then, it’s off to Rhode Island, where kratom just made U.S. history by going from banned to back in action — legally....
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The Kratom Crackdown & Hemp's High Stakes: Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Texas Face Off!
This week's HeadLine is a code red! Connecticut just quietly banned kratom and squeezed hemp-THC, while Rhode Island is on the brink of legalization. Meanwhile, Texas is a legislative battleground for hemp's future, despite a surprising veto from Governor Abbott. Plus, federal hopes emerge, and a...
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HQ's The Headline- Gov. Abbott just saved Texas Hemp Market
Governor Abbott just saved the Texas hemp market with a veto that shocked the state—and gave head shops a reason to celebrate. Plus, we crack open the July issue of HQ for our hottest stories, smartest strategies, and industry insights you won’t find anywhere else.
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The HeadLine: RAW Takes High Times, States Crack Down, and Syke Society Rises
This week on The HeadLine from HQ Magazine, we grab the counterculture by the business end and shake out the top stories making waves in the smoke shop space. RAW founder Josh Kesselman just bought High Times—yes, that High Times—and we got the scoop straight from the man himself. Meanwhile,...
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RAW vs. Republic: What the Headlines Missed
This week on The HeadLine, we take a closer look at the recent wave of reporting around the federal court decision involving RAW Rolling Papers and Republic Brands. A press release issued on June 10 reignited interest in a ruling originally handed down in April, leading to widespread media...
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Capitol Hill vs. Hemp!
Capitol Hill takes aim at hemp. We break down the bill that could wipe out THCA flower and Delta-8 overnight. Plus: RAW faces a federal injunction, the vape supply chain hits a wall, and Texas picks a fight with its own cities over weed reform. It’s a stormy week in the smoke shop world—catch up...
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HeadLine: Smoke Shop News with Teeth
The legal landscape is shifting fast and if you're in the smoke shop, hemp, or counterculture biz, you can’t afford to miss a beat. HeadLine from HeadQuest Magazine breaks down the week’s biggest stories, from hemp bans and kratom crackdowns to cannabis wins and psychedelic reform. No fluff. No...
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Life After DOSED: Beyond the Film With Laurie Brooks
An inspiring story of resilience, transformation, and thriving against the odds. 🌟 This episode explores how embracing life’s challenges head-on can lead to incredible personal growth and a renewed perspective on what it means to truly live. From finding hope in unexpected places to redefining...
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Marijuana Isn’t Cool Anymore
Marijuana Isn’t Cool Anymore takes a hard look at the shifting cultural tide 🌊—from counterculture symbol to corporate commodity. 💨✨ This thought-provoking discussion unpacks how mainstream acceptance has reshaped cannabis and what that means for its roots in rebellion and individuality. 🛑🍃…
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Stephanie Shepard: Why the Caged Bird Wouldn’t Sing
Stephanie Shepard takes you into the shadows of her untold story in Why the Caged Bird Wouldn’t Sing. 🖤 From wrongful incarceration to the fight for justice, this gripping account exposes the darkest corners of the system and the strength it takes to survive. 💔🔥 Prepare to be moved…
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PLESIO HEALTH’S REBECCA ABRAHAM
Join us in this episode as we sit down with Rebecca Abraham, a trailblazing nurse and the founder of Plesio Health, who is on a mission to revolutionize the American medical community's approach to cannabis in clinical practice. From chronic pain to cancer treatment, Abraham believes that the...
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What the *&^%, Florida?
The Florida hemp industry's been duped into contributing to a GOP slush fund set up in part to curb the reproductive rights of women. Speaking of Florida, one unlucky resident recently learned to never carry drugs in a bag labeled "bag of drugs." Jeff and David get nerdy explaining Chevron...
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"Coughy" Talk - Game Night
This episode, David, Jeff and Nick take a few minutes to dig into the new regs on hemp beverages in Lousiana and Iowa, but spend the majority of the show playing a new game David invented called “Cannabis Strain or Slurpee Flavor.” The rules are exactly what you think they are—but they did have…
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"Coughy" Talk - Calm the F**k Down, Jeff.
This podcast was actually recorded a month ago, but circumstances beyond our control caused a delay in getting it posted. And by “circumstance beyond our control,” we mostly mean our digital media assistant had too many gummies. Late as it is, though, there’s still more than enough pertinent...
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"Coughy" Talk - Our Newest Episode Ever!
We’re back for our fourth episode, and holy hell are things ever popping off in the hemp space. We’re getting pinned in on every side, but it’s not over yet. It’s time to take some action and protect your livelihood. Get engaged, get active, and get listenin’! Nick’s back from Greece! David…
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"Coughy" Talk - Ginny Saville is Way Cooler Than Mary Miller
While Nick’s off galivanting in Greece, David and Jeff are soldiering on, exploring the nuances at the intersection of legality, culture, and counter-cultural commerce with reckless abandon. Not to be left shorthanded, they’re joined by Ginny Saville, founder and owner of The Botany Bay, a...
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Herb & Heard: Exclusive with Mac Haddow- Insights from the American Kratom Association
Join us as we explore the world of kratom; exploring its benefits, controversies, and the ongoing efforts to ensure its safety and accessibility. Mac Haddow shares his expert insights on the latest policy developments, the science behind kratom, and the AKA’s mission to protect the rights of...
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Reefer Report: Georgia Hemp Market- Legitimized, but Restricted
Queue the sad violin music and say adios to our dear friend, THCA. You flew too close to the sun—or, at least, the governor’s office. The state of Georgia now defines THC as: tetrahydrocannabinol, tetrahydrocannabinolic acid, or a combination of the two. For business owners, this means some of…
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"Coughy" Talk - THCA
Holy $#%$, it’s our first episode! Jeff used to be a lawyer. Nick could have owned a bowling alley, but he studied biology instead. David’s first writing gig was for a Christian rock Magazine. He also happens to look just like Christian rock icon, Steven Curtis Chapman. Is THCA actually legal?…
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"Coughy" Talk - Law, Science & Reefer Madness
In this (roughly) bi-weekly podcast, industry insiders, David, Jeff and Nick nerd out about cannabinoids, playing on the intersection of law, politics and science to get their collective finger on the pulse of the hemp space and find out where it’s going, as well as what it all means for business...
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Reefer Report: The Healing Power of Plants with Sharon Letts
Have you ever wondered if nature holds the key to a healthier, more vibrant life? HeadQuest welcomes renowned author, documentarian, and plant guru, Sharon Lett, for a conversation that will blossom your mind! Sharon's story is one of resilience and rediscovery. Facing a serious health challenge,...
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Reefer Report: The Unexpected Rise of West Coast Gifts
Ever heard of a business getting its start in a Grateful Dead parking lot? That's exactly how our guest on this episode got his empire rolling. We're talking about Howard Franklin, the founder of North America's largest glass pipe designer and distributor, West Coast Gifts. But the name is a bit...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Greetings, industry leaders and canna-preneurs! This is your B2B hub, dissecting the trends shaping the cannabis accessory landscape.We're your co-pilots, navigating the legal terrain, financial ecosystems, and the evolving social impact of this dynamic market. Think of HQ² as your strategic partner, offering data-driven insights and expert perspectives through our insightful series. HQ² empowers you to make informed decisions and capitalize on the exciting opportunities within the cannabis accessory industry. So, buckle up and join the conversation!
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Greetings, industry leaders and canna-preneurs! This is your B2B hub, dissecting the trends shaping the cannabis accessory landscape.We're your co-pilots, navigating the legal terrain, financial ecosystems, and the evolving social impact of this dynamic market. Think of HQ² as your strategic...
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