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Recorded live on December 5th from Las Vegas, this recording of "This Morning in Cannabis Live" brings together industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and experts for candid conversations about the current state and future of cannabis and hemp. The hosts—Jay Rosenthal, AnnaRae Grabstein, Marc Hauser, and Jeremy Berke—guide discussions on rapid business growth, regulatory challenges, market innovation, and the importance of advocacy and data-driven decision-making.

The episode features in-depth interviews with executives, attorneys, journalists, and scientists, offering insights into scaling cannabis businesses, navigating shifting policies, and driving product innovation. From the realities of launching new markets to the science of cannabinoids and the power of industry collaboration, this episode provides a comprehensive look at the evolving cannabis landscape.

Guests and Timestamps:

Kim Sanchez Rael (Azuca)
Starts at ~2:06
Discusses Azuca’s growth, quality partnerships, ingredient branding, and the challenges of scaling in cannabis.

Jason Tarasek (Vicente LLP)
Starts at ~30:16
Covers Minnesota’s cannabis rollout, federal and state policy impacts, and the prospects for medical cannabis in Wisconsin.

Jeremy Berke Arrives (Cultivated)
Starts at ~52:00
Shares perspectives on industry trends, the capital crunch, and the role of journalism in cannabis.

Rick Bashkoff (Lit Alerts)
Starts at ~1:09:00
Explains how data is transforming cannabis business decisions and the need for industry-wide advocacy.

Chris Emerson (LEVEL)
Starts at ~1:22:00
Explores cannabinoid innovation, consumer education, and the challenges of multi-state expansion.

Hosts:
Jay Rosenthal, AnnaRae Grabstein, Jeremy Berke, Marc Hauser

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