In our latest Trade to Black, presented by Flowhub, hosts Shadd Dales and Anthony Varrell break down the latest twist in the Curaleaf-Aurora hostile takeover bid situation, plus a hemp email making the rounds that isn’t quite as clean as it sounds.Aurora Cannabis (TSX: ACB) (NASDAQ: ACB) responded today to Curaleaf’s (TSX: CURA) (OTCQX: CURLF) hostile takeover bid, with Executive Chairman and CEO Miguel Martin urging shareholders to take no action while a special committee reviews the $4.00 per share offer. Martin pushed back on Curaleaf’s claim that Aurora refused to engage privately, and accused Curaleaf of going public with the bid specifically to pressure shareholders into a short-term decision. They then switch to an email sent by Brett Worley, CEO of MC Nutraceuticals, claiming hemp’s protection is now written into the Senate’s base bill text through December 11. Shadd and Anthony break down what’s accurate and what’s being oversold, including the fact that D8 and HHC aren’t naturally derived cannabinoids.Kyle Sherman, CEO of Flowhub, drops in to weigh in everything and talk about their new Text-to-Order AI feature: https://www.flowhub.com/tools/text-to....In the final segment, the show continues with the weekly Vantage Standard segment with COO Deepank Utkhede and Director of Sales Christian Santi. This week centers on Vantage’s extension of its TGA approval in Australia, not a new approval, but proof of an already-trusted, ongoing relationship with one of the toughest regulators in the world. They break down what CGMP compliance actually demands on a continuous basis, how certifications like TGA, ICH Q7, and a DEA Schedule I license each unlock access to different high-barrier global markets, and why that positions Vantage as a genuine partner of choice for major pharmaceutical players looking for reliable cannabinoid manufacturing partners.#TradeToBlack #AuroraCannabis #Curaleaf #MiguelMartin #HempIndustry #Flowhub #Vantage #CannabisMA #CannabisNews #HempRegulationWant to see more Cannabis Reform?🎬    • Paxton Dodges Question on Texas THC Ban | ...  🎬    • Cannabis Rescheduling Enters New Phase Nex...  🎬    • Texas Hemp Crackdown Sparks Donor Influenc...  🎬    • Congress Moves to Keep Hemp‑THC Drinks Leg...  Want to stay updated on Cannabis, Small Cap, AI, and Crypto?Subscribe to our Daily Baked newsletter:https://newsletter.thedalesreport.com...Find us on social media and podcast platforms:✅ Facebook:   / thedalesreport  ✅ Twitter:   / thedalesreport  ✅ Instagram:   / dalesreport  ✅ LinkedIn:   / the-dales-report  Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/TDRTradetoBlackon...Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/TDRTradeToBlackon...Website: https://thedalesreport.com/For copyright matters, contact:[email protected] Disclaimer (Financial Interests)The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any company, organization, or employer. The content is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as financial, investment, or legal advice.The hosts and/or guests may hold positions in the companies, stocks, or financial instruments discussed during the show. These holdings should not be considered endorsements or recommendations to buy or sell any securities. Listeners are encouraged to do their own research or consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.By listening to this podcast, you agree that the hosts, guests, and producers are not liable for any decisions made based on the information discussed.Full Disclosures: https://thedalesreport.com/website-te...

Shadd caught up with Dan Ahrens, Managing Director and COO of AdvisorShares and the portfolio manager behind MSOS, to talk through how they actually got here, the early skepticism around building a U.S.-only cannabis fund, the total return swap structure they had to invent to make it work, and what it means now that Wall Street’s finally paying attention. From there, Shadd worked the floor grabbing reactions from a who’s who of the industry, Todd Harrison of CB1 Capital, George Archos and Aaron Miles of Verano (OTCQX: VRNOF), Trent Woloveck of Jushi Holdings (OTCQX: JUSHF), Jason Wild of TerrAscend (TSX: TSND), and AdvisorShares founder and CEO Noah Hamman, the guy who built this whole thing from scratch back in 2020.Everyone had a slightly different take, but the theme was the same, this is one more incremental step, but a real one, toward cannabis finally getting taken seriously by mainstream capital. There’s still plenty ahead, ALJ hearing briefs, Treasury guidance on 280E, more companies expected to uplist this fall, but for one Monday morning at least, cannabis got to ring the bell.#TradeToBlack #MSOS #AdvisorShares #NYSE #CannabisETF #CannabisInvesting #Verano #Jushi #TerrAscend #CannabisNews #CannabisStocks #CannabisIndustry #MSOSWant to see more Cannabis Reform?🎬    • Paxton Dodges Question on Texas THC Ban | ...  🎬    • Cannabis Rescheduling Enters New Phase Nex...  🎬    • Texas Hemp Crackdown Sparks Donor Influenc...  🎬    • Congress Moves to Keep Hemp‑THC Drinks Leg...  Want to stay updated on Cannabis, Small Cap, AI, and Crypto?Subscribe to our Daily Baked newsletter:https://newsletter.thedalesreport.com...Find us on social media and podcast platforms:✅ Facebook:   / thedalesreport  ✅ Twitter:   / thedalesreport  ✅ Instagram:   / dalesreport  ✅ LinkedIn:   / the-dales-report  Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/TDRTradetoBlackon...Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/TDRTradeToBlackon...Website: https://thedalesreport.com/For copyright matters, contact:[email protected] Disclaimer (Financial Interests)The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any company, organization, or employer. The content is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as financial, investment, or legal advice.The hosts and/or guests may hold positions in the companies, stocks, or financial instruments discussed during the show. These holdings should not be considered endorsements or recommendations to buy or sell any securities. Listeners are encouraged to do their own research or consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.By listening to this podcast, you agree that the hosts, guests, and producers are not liable for any decisions made based on the information discussed.Full Disclosures: https://thedalesreport.com/website-te...

In this episode of Trade to Black, presented by Flowhub, hosts Shadd Dales and Anthony Varrell launch a new weekly segment called the Check-In Poll of the Week, presented by NuggMD.The crew shares fresh poll data on how the hemp-THC ban is actually affecting patients on the ground. The results show a real mix, roughly 50% of respondents got their medical cannabis card as a result, 8% had trouble finding products, 20% reported no real impact at all, and 8% said they weren’t even aware the state-level changes were happening. It’s a snapshot of how unevenly this policy shift is landing across the patient population.In segment two, accredited cannabis investor Marc Cohodes returns to make his case for why he doesn’t think the hemp ban actually goes through, and why he expects regulation instead. He walks through the reasoning behind that view and what a realistic regulatory framework could actually look like. Shadd and Anthony also get his take on Glass House Brands’ (NYSE: GLAS) latest earnings, which came with rising costs and margin compression, and how that quarter fits into his broader investment thesis on the company.A wide-ranging episode covering both the consumer side and the investment side of where hemp and cannabis policy stand right now.#TradeToBlack #CannabisPolicy #HempBan #NuggMD #MarcCohodes #GlassHouseBrands #CannabisNews #HempIndustry #CannabisInvesting #Flowhub #CannabisIndustry #Cannabis #CannabisStocks #MSOSWant to see more Cannabis Reform?🎬    • Paxton Dodges Question on Texas THC Ban | ...  🎬    • Cannabis Rescheduling Enters New Phase Nex...  🎬    • Texas Hemp Crackdown Sparks Donor Influenc...  🎬    • Congress Moves to Keep Hemp‑THC Drinks Leg...  Want to stay updated on Cannabis, Small Cap, AI, and Crypto?Subscribe to our Daily Baked newsletter:https://newsletter.thedalesreport.com...Find us on social media and podcast platforms:✅ Facebook:   / thedalesreport  ✅ Twitter:   / thedalesreport  ✅ Instagram:   / dalesreport  ✅ LinkedIn:   / the-dales-report  Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/TDRTradetoBlackon...Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/TDRTradeToBlackon...Website: https://thedalesreport.com/For copyright matters, contact:[email protected] Disclaimer (Financial Interests)The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any company, organization, or employer. The content is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as financial, investment, or legal advice.The hosts and/or guests may hold positions in the companies, stocks, or financial instruments discussed during the show. These holdings should not be considered endorsements or recommendations to buy or sell any securities. Listeners are encouraged to do their own research or consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.By listening to this podcast, you agree that the hosts, guests, and producers are not liable for any decisions made based on the information discussed.Full Disclosures: https://thedalesreport.com/website-te...

Could Texas turn blue over a fight about THC? In this episode of TDR Cannabis in 5, host Shadd Dales breaks down a story first reported by Marijuana Moment involving Texas Democrat James Talarico, Attorney General and Senate candidate Ken Paxton, and an unexpected voice weighing in, Joe Rogan.A video circulating on X shows Paxton being directly asked about his thoughts on the state’s THC ban, and he doesn’t answer. Talarico is using that silence to double down on an earlier claim that Paxton has been shaping cannabis policy around donor dollars, an allegation Paxton’s office hasn’t publicly addressed. Shadd walks through why that moment is getting so much attention and what it says about where cannabis policy stands in a state that rarely puts it front and center.Rogan, who lives in Texas and has one of the largest platforms in the country, added his own warning, that pushing too hard on THC restrictions could actually cost Republicans politically in the state. Shadd gets into why that combination, a Senate candidate dodging the question and a major national voice weighing in, signals just how mainstream this issue has become, and what it means for a state with one of the largest hemp and THC consumer bases in the country heading into a heated election cycle.A closer look at how cannabis politics are playing out in one of the country’s biggest battleground conversations.#TDRCannabisIn5 #TexasPolitics #JamesTalarico #KenPaxton #JoeRogan #THCBan #CannabisPolicy #TexasHemp #CannabisNews #Election2026 #CannabisIndustry #CannabisReschedulingWant to see more Cannabis Reform?🎬    • Cannabis Rescheduling Enters New Phase Nex...  🎬    • Texas Hemp Crackdown Sparks Donor Influenc...  🎬    • Congress Moves to Keep Hemp‑THC Drinks Leg...  Want to stay updated on Cannabis, Small Cap, AI, and Crypto?Subscribe to our Daily Baked newsletter:https://newsletter.thedalesreport.com...Find us on social media and podcast platforms:✅ Facebook:   / thedalesreport  ✅ Twitter:   / thedalesreport  ✅ Instagram:   / dalesreport  ✅ LinkedIn:   / the-dales-report  Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/TDRTradetoBlackon...Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/TDRTradeToBlackon...Website: https://thedalesreport.com/For copyright matters, contact:[email protected] Disclaimer (Financial Interests)The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any company, organization, or employer. The content is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as financial, investment, or legal advice.The hosts and/or guests may hold positions in the companies, stocks, or financial instruments discussed during the show. These holdings should not be considered endorsements or recommendations to buy or sell any securities. Listeners are encouraged to do their own research or consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.By listening to this podcast, you agree that the hosts, guests, and producers are not liable for any decisions made based on the information discussed.Full Disclosures: https://thedalesreport.com/website-te...

In our latest Trade To Black podcast presented by Flowhub, hosts Shadd Dales and Anthony Varrell break down the chaos that's happening on the political front in Texas involving, what else? Hemp! Democrat James Talarico is calling out Republican Senate candidate and current Attorney General Ken Paxton over his refusal to answer a question about the state’s THC ban. The party is also pointing to comments from podcaster Joe Rogan, who warned Republicans that cracking down too aggressively on THC products could flip Texas blue. A video posted to X shows Paxton being asked directly about the “state’s THC ban,” and the clip has already sparked national attention.Then in Segment #1, Sammy Armenia, Director of Capital Markets at Vireo Growth (CSE: VREO) (OTCQX: VREOF), joins us to walk through the company’s Q2 2026 results. Vireo reported $209.3M GAAP revenue, up 335% year‑over‑year, with adjusted EBITDA of $41.5M, nearly breakeven net income, and a cash position of $122.7M. With acquisitions including Hawthorne, Eaze, and Bridgewell — and more on the way — Vireo is positioning itself as one of the largest operators in the country.In Segment #2, Michael Bronstein, President of the American Trade Association for Cannabis & Hemp, logs on to break down today’s federal briefing deadline for cannabis rescheduling. The ALJ now moves into the administrative phase, and we get his take on what a realistic timeline looks like for feedback from the summer hearings.The moment has arrived — and cannabis is front and center.Like, subscribe, and leave your comments!#CannabisNews #TradeToBlack #Flowhub #CannabisRescheduling #TexasPolitics #THCPolicy #VireoGrowth #CannabisEarnings #CannabisIndustry #TDRPodcast #CannabisStocks HempBan #JoeRogan Want to see more Cannabis Reform?🎬    • Cannabis Rescheduling Enters New Phase Nex...  🎬    • Texas Hemp Crackdown Sparks Donor Influenc...  🎬    • Congress Moves to Keep Hemp‑THC Drinks Leg...  Want to stay updated on Cannabis, Small Cap, AI, and Crypto?Subscribe to our Daily Baked newsletter:https://newsletter.thedalesreport.com...Find us on social media and podcast platforms:✅ Facebook:   / thedalesreport  ✅ Twitter:   / thedalesreport  ✅ Instagram:   / dalesreport  ✅ LinkedIn:   / the-dales-report  Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/TDRTradetoBlackon...Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/TDRTradeToBlackon...Website: https://thedalesreport.com/For copyright matters, contact:[email protected] Disclaimer (Financial Interests)The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any company, organization, or employer. The content is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as financial, investment, or legal advice.The hosts and/or guests may hold positions in the companies, stocks, or financial instruments discussed during the show. These holdings should not be considered endorsements or recommendations to buy or sell any securities. Listeners are encouraged to do their own research or consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.By listening to this podcast, you agree that the hosts, guests, and producers are not liable for any decisions made based on the information discussed.Full Disclosures: https://thedalesreport.com/website-te...

In the latest Trade To Black Podcast, host Shadd Dales sits down with MariMed (OTCQX: MRMD) CEO Jon Levine and Chief Commercial Officer Ryan Crandall to walk through the company’s Q2 2026 performance and the momentum building across U.S. cannabis.MariMed reported $41.9 million in Q2 2026 revenue, up 6% year‑over‑year, along with positive cash flow and 26 consecutive quarters of positive adjusted EBITDA. As Jon explains, “We built out every one of our facilities and kitchens with GMP to make sure that we’re compliant with the future for the Food and Drug Administration.”The episode highlights how MariMed held 40% margins in a price‑compressed environment through tighter cultivation controls, stronger manufacturing discipline, and steady retail execution. Ryan breaks down the company’s brand momentum, noting that MariMed’s portfolio grew 70 basis points faster than the broader industry and now reaches 85% of available storefronts. As he puts it, “Our teams are laser focused on what’s coming next… our brands aren’t getting left behind.”The episode also covers DEA inspections, GMP preparation, packaging inconsistencies across states, and how rescheduling could potentially change interstate commerce, medical research, and brand consistency.A strong Q2 2026, a clear plan, and a company positioning itself for the next phase of U.S. cannabis.#TradeToBlack #MariMed #CannabisNews #CannabisStocks #CannabisEarnings #CannabisRetail #CannabisBrands #CannabisRescheduling #TDRPodcast #CannabisIndustryWant to see more Cannabis Reform?🎬    • Cannabis Rescheduling Enters New Phase Nex...  🎬    • Texas Hemp Crackdown Sparks Donor Influenc...  🎬    • Congress Moves to Keep Hemp‑THC Drinks Leg...  Want to stay updated on Cannabis, Small Cap, AI, and Crypto?Subscribe to our Daily Baked newsletter:https://newsletter.thedalesreport.com...Find us on social media and podcast platforms:✅ Facebook:   / thedalesreport  ✅ Twitter:   / thedalesreport  ✅ Instagram:   / dalesreport  ✅ LinkedIn:   / the-dales-report  Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/TDRTradetoBlackon...Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/TDRTradeToBlackon...Website: https://thedalesreport.com/For copyright matters, contact:[email protected] Disclaimer (Financial Interests)The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any company, organization, or employer. The content is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as financial, investment, or legal advice.The hosts and/or guests may hold positions in the companies, stocks, or financial instruments discussed during the show. These holdings should not be considered endorsements or recommendations to buy or sell any securities. Listeners are encouraged to do their own research or consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.By listening to this podcast, you agree that the hosts, guests, and producers are not liable for any decisions made based on the information discussed.Full Disclosures: https://thedalesreport.com/website-te...

This week’s Trade To Black Weekly Recap presented by FRE brings another packed stretch of earnings season — the second consecutive week where quarterly results dominated headlines across cannabis and psychedelics. Host Shadd Dales breaks down major prints from Village Farms (NASDAQ: VFF), Auxly (TSXV: XLY), Organigram (NASDAQ: OGI), MariMed (CSE: MRMD) and Rubicon Organics (TSXV: ROMJ).But the biggest story of the week wasn’t earnings — it was M&A.Curaleaf (TSX: CURA) announced its intention to acquire Aurora Cannabis (TSX: ACB) in a proposed deal valued at approximately US$4 per share. Aurora responded without rejecting the offer and has formed a special committee to evaluate strategic alternatives. The potential combination would create one of the largest international cannabis platforms in the world, pairing Curaleaf’s distribution footprint with Aurora’s EU‑GMP production scale.Michigan also made news as Representative James DeSana introduced legislation to repeal the state’s controversial 24% wholesale cannabis tax, which has crushed margins in one of America’s lowest‑priced markets.Earnings delivered several standout performances. Village Farms (NASDAQ: VFF) posted its fifth straight quarter of positive net income, Auxly Cannabis (TSXV: XLY) delivered exceptional cash conversion, Organigram Global (NASDAQ: OGI) reported record revenue, MariMed (CSE: MRMD) delivered record sales, and Rubicon Organics (TSXV: ROMJ) maintained its premium LP leadership while growing revenue.Finally, tomorrow marks another milestone in federal cannabis rescheduling as the briefing deadline arrives and the administrative process moves toward the ALJ’s recommendation.It’s a week that signals M&A is here.#TradeToBlack #CannabisNews #CannabisStocks #FRE #Curaleaf #AuroraCannabis #EarningsSeason #CannabisRescheduling #CannabisMNA #TDRWeeklyRecap #CannabisIndustry Want to see more Cannabis Reform?🎬    • Cannabis Rescheduling Enters New Phase Nex...  🎬    • Texas Hemp Crackdown Sparks Donor Influenc...  🎬    • Congress Moves to Keep Hemp‑THC Drinks Leg...  Want to stay updated on Cannabis, Small Cap, AI, and Crypto?Subscribe to our Daily Baked newsletter:https://newsletter.thedalesreport.com...Find us on social media and podcast platforms:✅ Facebook:   / thedalesreport  ✅ Twitter:   / thedalesreport  ✅ Instagram:   / dalesreport  ✅ LinkedIn:   / the-dales-report  Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/TDRTradetoBlackon...Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/TDRTradeToBlackon...Website: https://thedalesreport.com/For copyright matters, contact:[email protected] Disclaimer (Financial Interests)The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any company, organization, or employer. The content is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as financial, investment, or legal advice.The hosts and/or guests may hold positions in the companies, stocks, or financial instruments discussed during the show. These holdings should not be considered endorsements or recommendations to buy or sell any securities. Listeners are encouraged to do their own research or consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.By listening to this podcast, you agree that the hosts, guests, and producers are not liable for any decisions made based on the information discussed.Full Disclosures: https://thedalesreport.com/website-te...

TDR Cannabis in Five with host Shadd Dales breaks down a major moment in the federal cannabis rescheduling process. Monday, August 17 is the filing‑brief deadline in the Administrative Law Judge hearing — the final step before the ALJ begins drafting his Recommended Decision. Testimony is complete, evidence is closed, and once these briefs are submitted, the process shifts from public hearings to internal decision‑making.But another storyline is unfolding at the exact same time: TerrAscend (TSX: TSND) and its 280E tax case with the Department of Justice. The timing of DOJ’s actions is raising industry questions because it aligns almost perfectly with the rescheduling calendar. TerrAscend was served on August 3 — more than two months after the case was filed — and just two weeks before the ALJ’s August 17 deadline. In federal practice, service timing is rarely accidental, and many observers believe this may signal strategic positioning.TerrAscend’s response is due August 24. DOJ’s reply is expected in early or late September. Meanwhile, the ALJ’s recommendation could land around that same period. If the exceptions window is shortened, the DEA’s fixed 30‑day Final Order period could begin in September, placing a potential rescheduling decision in October. Nothing is guaranteed, but the alignment is notable.If cannabis moves to Schedule III, 280E disappears — making TerrAscend’s tax case irrelevant. That’s why the timing matters. Monday isn’t the decision; Monday is the trigger. It’s when the countdown toward the DEA’s final ruling quietly begins.#CannabisNews #Rescheduling #DEA #280E #TerrAscend #TSND #CannabisPolicy #ScheduleIII #CannabisIndustry #TDRCannabisInFive #CannabisRescheduling #ALJHearing #ALJ #CannabisStocks #MSOSWant to see more Cannabis Reform?🎬    • Texas Hemp Crackdown Sparks Donor Influenc...  🎬    • Congress Moves to Keep Hemp‑THC Drinks Leg...  🎬    • Why the Hemp Ban Was Only Extended Four We...  🎬    • Dr. Oz Pushes to Protect Senior CBD Access...  Want to stay updated on Cannabis, Small Cap, AI, and Crypto?Subscribe to our Daily Baked newsletter:https://newsletter.thedalesreport.com...Find us on social media and podcast platforms:✅ Facebook:   / thedalesreport  ✅ Twitter:   / thedalesreport  ✅ Instagram:   / dalesreport  ✅ LinkedIn:   / the-dales-report  Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/TDRTradetoBlackon...Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/TDRTradeToBlackon...Website: https://thedalesreport.com/For copyright matters, contact:[email protected] Disclaimer (Financial Interests)The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any company, organization, or employer. The content is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as financial, investment, or legal advice.The hosts and/or guests may hold positions in the companies, stocks, or financial instruments discussed during the show. These holdings should not be considered endorsements or recommendations to buy or sell any securities. Listeners are encouraged to do their own research or consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.By listening to this podcast, you agree that the hosts, guests, and producers are not liable for any decisions made based on the information discussed.Full Disclosures: https://thedalesreport.com/website-te...

In our latest Trade To Black podcast presented by Flowhub, hosts Shadd Dales and Anthony Varrell continue their earnings‑season coverage with one of the biggest names in the cannabis industry. Raj Grover, CEO of High Tide (NASDAQ: HITI), joins the show after releasing preliminary Q3 fiscal guidance — and the numbers point to another record quarter for the company.High Tide is projecting CAD $195M–$200M in revenue, CAD $51M–$53.5M in gross profit, and CAD $15.2M–$16.5M in adjusted EBITDA, representing strong year‑over‑year growth across every major metric. Even the low end of the guidance beats the highest analyst estimates, driven by continued scale, operating leverage, and added flexibility from their new CAD $40M senior secured credit facility.Raj also weighs in on the sudden surge of M&A activity across the cannabis sector. Earlier this week, Curaleaf Holdings (TSX: CURA) announced a hostile takeover attempt for Aurora Cannabis (NASDAQ: ACB / TSX: ACB). Curaleaf CEO and Chairman Boris Jordan stated he has contacted every Canadian LP as the company looks to expand — signaling that consolidation may be arriving faster than expected. Raj breaks down how he’s viewing the landscape, what operators should be preparing for, and how High Tide fits into the broader narrative.In Segment #2, Adam Stettner, CEO of FundCanna, returns for his weekly segment to unpack the Curaleaf–Aurora news, what he’s hearing across capital markets, and how he expects M&A momentum to unfold in the short term.Like, subscribe, and leave your comments!#HighTide #HITI #Curaleaf #CURA #AuroraCannabis #ACB #CannabisEarnings #CannabisMergers #TradeToBlack #CannabisNews #CannabisIndustry #CannabisStocks #MarijuanaStocks #CannabisRescheduling #MSOSWant to see more Cannabis Reform?🎬    • Why the Hemp Ban Was Only Extended Four We...  🎬    • Dr. Oz Pushes to Protect Senior CBD Access...  🎬    • Senate Rejects Budd’s Hemp Ban Amendment |...  🎬    • Hemp Fight Threatens Government Shutdown |...  Want to stay updated on Cannabis, Small Cap, AI, and Crypto?Subscribe to our Daily Baked newsletter:https://newsletter.thedalesreport.com...Find us on social media and podcast platforms:✅ Facebook:   / thedalesreport  ✅ Twitter:   / thedalesreport  ✅ Instagram:   / dalesreport  ✅ LinkedIn:   / the-dales-report  Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/TDRTradetoBlackon...Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/TDRTradeToBlackon...Website: https://thedalesreport.com/For copyright matters, contact:[email protected] Disclaimer (Financial Interests)The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any company, organization, or employer. The content is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as financial, investment, or legal advice.The hosts and/or guests may hold positions in the companies, stocks, or financial instruments discussed during the show. These holdings should not be considered endorsements or recommendations to buy or sell any securities. Listeners are encouraged to do their own research or consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.By listening to this podcast, you agree that the hosts, guests, and producers are not liable for any decisions made based on the information discussed.Full Disclosures: https://thedalesreport.com/website-te...

TDR Cannabis in Five with host Shadd Dales breaks down a new bipartisan bill in Congress that would keep hemp‑THC drinks federally legal and regulate them like alcohol. First reported by Marijuana Moment, this bill arrives as lawmakers finally step into a space that’s been operating without clear federal rules.Congress continues to revisit hemp‑THC beverages, and with the national ban now pushed to December 11, there’s growing belief that—regardless of the final regulatory outcome—this category isn’t going anywhere. The extension signals that lawmakers need more time and aren’t ready to shut the door on beverages.The bill sets national standards for manufacturing, testing, labeling, and age‑restricted sales. It also blocks states from banning hemp‑THC drinks unless they ban alcohol too, giving compliant beverage operators major protection.Everyone already knows the category grew because of gaps in the 2018 Farm Bill and the rise of synthetics. What matters now is how Congress plans to respond, how the Farm Bill fits into this, and what the December 11 extension tells us about the future of hemp‑THC beverages.Lawmakers can’t ignore the category anymore. States are tired of improvising. The alcohol industry wants clarity. Consumers want consistency. This bill is Congress finally stepping into a space that’s been running without clear federal oversight.#CannabisNews, #HempTHC, #THCDrinks, #FarmBill, #CannabisPolicy, #MarijuanaMoment, #CongressNews, #HempIndustry, #CannabisCommunity, #TDRCannabisInFive #HempBan #HempTHCBan #HempBeveragesWant to see more Cannabis Reform?🎬    • Why the Hemp Ban Was Only Extended Four We...  🎬    • Dr. Oz Pushes to Protect Senior CBD Access...  🎬    • Senate Rejects Budd’s Hemp Ban Amendment |...  🎬    • Hemp Fight Threatens Government Shutdown |...  Want to stay updated on Cannabis, Small Cap, AI, and Crypto?Subscribe to our Daily Baked newsletter:https://newsletter.thedalesreport.com...Find us on social media and podcast platforms:✅ Facebook:   / thedalesreport  ✅ Twitter:   / thedalesreport  ✅ Instagram:   / dalesreport  ✅ LinkedIn:   / the-dales-report  Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/TDRTradetoBlackon...Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/TDRTradeToBlackon...Website: https://thedalesreport.com/For copyright matters, contact:[email protected] Disclaimer (Financial Interests)The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any company, organization, or employer. The content is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as financial, investment, or legal advice.The hosts and/or guests may hold positions in the companies, stocks, or financial instruments discussed during the show. These holdings should not be considered endorsements or recommendations to buy or sell any securities. Listeners are encouraged to do their own research or consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.By listening to this podcast, you agree that the hosts, guests, and producers are not liable for any decisions made based on the information discussed.Full Disclosures: https://thedalesreport.com/website-te...