The Cannabis Industry Podcast

In this month's episode, Luke speaks to Tom Gray of Lumino and Frances Crewdson of CannDo Consulting, who were both nominated as co-chairs of the Cannabis Industry Council this past June. They dive into their priorities for the CIC throughout their term, as shaped by the recent member survey.

In this months's episode, Luke speaks to Richard Cupit, head of Healthcare for PIB Insurance Brokers. Richard explores his path to the insurance industry and gives a look at what goes on behind the scenes when insuring cannabis prescribers, distributers, and more.

In this months's episode, Luke speaks to John Shute, CEO and co-founder of PufCreativ. John shares his passion for creative marketing campaigns, which, combined with his commitment to social equity in cannabis, has been the driving force behind PufCreativ.

In this months's episode, Luke speaks to Nicole Farah, Founder and Managing Director of Americana Communications. Nicole explores the role of effective PR in shaping the narrative surrounding cannabis and influencing legislation. Throughout, she unpacks the critical differences that define cannabis discourse and policy on both sides of the Atlantic.

In this months's episode, Luke speaks to Liam O'Dowd, Editor and Co-Founder of leafie. Liam explores leafie's role in cannabis journalism, highlighting how the magazine's commitment to independent, evidence-based journalism counters the negative cannabis narrative frequently found in mainstream media outlets.

In this months's episode, Luke speaks to Adam Windish, Chief Revenue Officer of the medical division of British Cannabis. Adam explores how his experience as a patient has deepend his understanding of the needs of medicinal cannabis users, along with how British Cannabis has responded to these needs.

In this months's episode, Luke speaks to Jamie Bartley, CEO of The Unyte Group. Jamie elaborates on his vision for hemp in relation to the UK's Net Zero agenda, along with outlining the main challenges holding back the UK's hemp inudstry from flourishing.

In this episode, Luke speaks to Heidi Whitman, a global cannabis strategist and co-founder of the EmpowHer Cannabis Society. Heidi dives into her journey, her strategies for creating inclusive and empowering spaces, and her vision for a cannabis industry where women are at the forefront of innovation and change.

In today's episode, Luke speaks to Dr. Callie Seaman, research director of Aqualabs and co-chair of the Cannabis Industry Council. Callie shares her experiences advocating for medicinal cannabis, her hopes for the cannabis industry, and her recent Contribution to Science Award at the Cannabis Industry Awards.

In today's episode, Luke speaks with Mike Morgan-Giles, CEO of the Cannabis Industry Council. Mike explains his role within the organisation, how the CIC has evolved, along with its future plans. This podcast was recorded in October 2024, prior to some of the issues being discussed being published.