(2018 - Episode 5)  Technology is really embracing the world of legal cannabis, and there seem to be more and more tools daily to enhance your experience (If only Brian could have conquered Skype technology for today's interview - sorry about the slight echo).

In this CannaConvo edition of Northwest Cannacast, host Brian Calvert Skypes with Socrates Rosenfeld, CEO of I Heart Jane.  The California-based company has developed technology to help connect you to the products you want, and then letting you know the closest store that features those products.  It's an interesting story about technology that begins with how and why the military veteran went down this road in the first place. 

Northwest Cannacast is "60 Minutes meets Legal Cannabis," and is a news magazine show designed to promote information, perspective, and understanding.  Enjoy this week's episode, and be sure to listen for this week's bonus feature at the end of the show.

(2018 - Episode 4)  Because the city of Seattle is no longer prosecuting minor marijuana crime, it's taken the extra step of going back to the mid 1990's and clearing the records of those arrested for these types of infractions.

In this Newsbuds edition of Northwest Cannacast, we explore what the city says it's trying to accomplish by doing this VERSUS the reality of what it truly means to make amends for the so-called "War on Drugs."  It's an interesting conversation about cannabis, race, and police relations, followed by a solid listener question about the need for pot smokers to be good ambassadors on cannabis.

Northwest Cannacast is "60 Minutes meets Legal Cannabis," and is a news magazine show designed to promote information, perspective, and understanding.  Enjoy this week's episode, and be sure to listen for this week's bonus feature at the end of the show.

(2018)  Everything involved in the Cannabis experience has a role to play, and one of the most fascinating players doesn't get talked about often.  That means, it's time to talk about a special delivery...AKA "terps."

In this CannaConvo edition of the show, we sit down with good friend Dr. Dominic Corva.  Get ready to learn something, as this guy has been on a publicity campaign for terpenes and their importance in determining how you choose the right strain of cannabis, and what you use that strain for.   We often get so caught up in THC and other numbers, we often overlook this important delivery system, and how it impacts your experience with cannabis.

Northwest Cannacast is "60 Minutes meets Legal Cannabis," and is a news magazine show designed to promote information, perspective, and understanding.  Enjoy this week's episode, and be sure to listen for this week's bonus feature at the end of the show.

(2018)  Have you seen the latest report regarding crime and legal cannabis?  According to the journal Police Quarterly "Our models show no negative effects of legalization."

In this Newsbuds edition of Northwest Cannacast, we break-down the report, and discuss how law enforcement is actually benefiting from legal weed.  This leads us to a larger conversation about rules and the best approach when a rule doesn't favor your industry or your beliefs.  We also get a chance to answer another question from a listener, who asks a great question about investing in marijuana.

Northwest Cannacast is "60 Minutes meets Legal Cannabis," and is a news magazine show designed to promote information, perspective, and understanding.  Enjoy this week's episode, and be sure to listen for this week's bonus feature at the end of the show.

(2018)  Oregon's U.S. Attorney is going after the cannabis industry, at one point calling it "Out of control."

In this Newsbuds edition of Northwest Cannacast, we talk about the report, and it's criticism of everything from cannabis' impact on water supplies, to the issue of underage consumption.  This episode's panel has plenty of perspective to offer, including the thought that this guy is just grandstanding because of the federal stance on legal marijuana.  This may be a criticism of Oregon, but every state with a seat at the legal cannabis table should be interested in this conversation.

Northwest Cannacast is "60 Minutes meets Legal Cannabis," and is a news magazine show designed to promote information, perspective, and understanding.  Enjoy this week's episode, and be sure to listen for this week's bonus feature at the end of the show.

(2018)  You can buy just about everything else there, and now there's talk of Acapulco Gold on Amazon!

In this Newsbuds edition of Northwest Cannacast, we talk about the source of this information, and whether or not the online marketplace selling cannabis is good or bad for the industry as a whole.  Plus, we talk about a recent bust in Texas, and use it as a jump-off point for a bigger conversation about law enforcement, cannabis, and whether or not there's room for a "black market."  After all, some have argued they want legal cannabis to bring it "above ground," but is it working?

Northwest Cannacast is "60 Minutes meets Legal Cannabis," and is a news magazine show designed to promote information, perspective, and understanding.  Enjoy this week's episode, and be sure to listen for this week's bonus feature at the end of the show.

(2018)  While one presidential hopeful is out shaking hands and kissing babies, is he promising a joint for every man and woman?  No, but he is using nationwide legal cannabis as part of his platform

In this Newsbuds edition of Northwest Cannacast, we talk about if politics, as well as the country, is ready for the "pro-pot" candidate.  We also discuss the idea of using cannabis as part of a tour or outing.  One Canadian company is proposing idea, but some are concerned about the idea of "wanderlust while using weed."

Northwest Cannacast is "60 Minutes meets Legal Cannabis," and is a news magazine show designed to promote information, perspective, and understanding.  Enjoy this week's episode, and be sure to listen for this week's bonus feature at the end of the show.

(2018)  When an explosion rocks a production facility close to our Seattle home, it brings to mind questions regarding the safety standards in this budding industry.

In this Newsbuds edition of Northwest Cannacast, we use a recent event in the news to find out what our panel knows about safety, and the risks within the industry.  We also talk about how one state is facing a glut of product, and what they're turning to now as an alternative.  And while it should be our headline, we'll talk about why there might still be some hesitation to believe the President is going to bless legal cannabis like he says he will.

Northwest Cannacast is "60 Minutes meets Legal Cannabis," and is a news magazine show designed to promote information, perspective, and understanding.  Enjoy this week's episode, and be sure to listen for this week's bonus feature at the end of the show.

(2018)  It's a day some thought would never arrive.  Others believed it was coming, and would signal an "end of times."

In this Newsbuds edition of Northwest Cannacast, we talk about the FDA's recent approval of the first prescription medication containing cannabis.  With Pandora's box now opened, what's next?  Our panel has plenty of opinions!   Also on this week's show, We take you to a state considering legalizing, and the campaign that's using bible verses to support it's stance.

Northwest Cannacast is "60 Minutes meets Legal Cannabis," and is a news magazine show designed to promote information, perspective, and understanding.  Enjoy this week's episode, and be sure to listen for this week's bonus feature at the end of the show.

(2018)  When the U.S. Attorney General told his underlings at the state level to enforce federal laws, some did, and some are focused on other things.  But does prosecuting pot crime make any sense as more state legalize the substance?

In this Newsbuds edition of Northwest Cannacast, we tackle that question, which is raised by a recent editorial written by the state of Washington's federal attorney.  Also on this week's show, of the drivers being killed on America's roads, more have drugs in their system than those with alcohol.  Who has the responsibility to remind drivers just because cannabis is legal doesn't mean you can drive while high?

Northwest Cannacast is "60 Minutes meets Legal Cannabis," and is a news magazine show designed to promote information, perspective, and understanding.  Enjoy this week's episode, and be sure to listen for this week's bonus feature at the end of the show.