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Dispensing Cannabis business knowledge beyond a million square feet of cultivation space. Blunt Business navigates the challenges and opportunities of one of the most profitable industries on earth. Join us each episode to hear our weekly round tables and interviews with industry professionals.

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Massachusetts Cannabis Market Overhaul and a Major MSO Files Bankruptcy

The cannabis landscape in Massachusetts and the broader U.S. market is undergoing a significant correction as regulators and major corporations grapple with the industry's economic realities. In a move toward increased oversight and efficiency, a state legislative committee has passed a plan to downsize and restructure the Cannabis Control Commission, signaling a major pivot in how the state manages its legal market. This push for reform arrives at a precarious time for the industry, underscored by the news that a major marijuana Multi-State Operator (MSO) has filed for U.S. bankruptcy protections. These developments highlight a dual trend of tightening governance and financial instability among the sector's largest players, suggesting that the "green rush" is entering a more sober, disciplined era of consolidation and reform. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

25 min
APR 1

Inside New York’s Five-Year Cannabis Chronicle

In this episode of The Blunt Business, the discussion dives deep into the complex landscape of the New York cannabis market as it hits its five-year legalization anniversary. While Governor Kathy Hochul lauds the state’s achievement of $3.3 billion in total sales and the opening of its 600th licensed dispensary, the program highlights a more turbulent reality behind the numbers. Industry experts and operators share insights on the "whack-a-mole" battle against a rampant illicit market, the "red tape" and bureaucracy stifling small businesses, and the ongoing struggle to fulfill social equity promises amidst predatory loans and licensing bottlenecks. From critical BBC reports to exclusive interviews with OCM leadership, this summary explores whether New York's green revolution is truly flying high or simply struggling to find its footing. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

30 min
MAR 25

The Cannabis Business CLIMB or Cannabis for Healthy Livers

Blunt Business dives into the shifting landscape of American cannabis, from the halls of Congress to the microscopic world of medical research. We break down the newly proposed CLIMB Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at finally opening major U.S. stock exchanges and private lending to state-sanctioned marijuana businesses. While federal deregulation remains in a "ghost town" phase of waiting for DOJ action, we highlights how these financial hurdles currently stifle minority and veteran-owned entrepreneurs. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

17 min
MAR 18

Clickbait Science Exposed! Debunking the Mainstream Media's War on Cannabis

Blunt Business tears apart the "bunk" science being weaponized by mainstream outlets like Reuters and The Guardian. By interrogating the raw data behind a widely cited Lancet Psychiatry study, the program exposes a collection of massive research failures—including tiny sample sizes, high risks of researcher bias, and a reliance on pharmaceutical synthetics that bear no resemblance to what consumers actually use. We call out the "misinformation machine" funded by Big Pharma and shifts the focus to the real story: new evidence linking legalization to crime reduction and the definitive countdown to Virginia’s retail market launch in 2027. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

23 min
MAR 11

Beyond the Ban: David Spang’s Mission to Regulate and Rescue South Carolina’s Hemp Industry

David Spang, co-founder of Coastal Green Wellness, dives deep into the turbulent legislative landscape of the Southeast cannabis market. Spang discusses the high-stakes battle against impending hemp bans in South Carolina, advocating for comprehensive regulation over total prohibition to protect both small businesses and consumer safety. He highlights the human impact of these products—sharing moving stories of how they serve as vital alternatives to pharmaceuticals—and introduces his "out-of-the-box" beverage brand, Nine Dot, which aims to normalize cannabis consumption in social settings. Ultimately, Spang issues a passionate call to action for lawmakers to listen to their constituents and embrace the economic and wellness potential of a transparent, well-regulated hemp industry. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

30 min
MAR 4

The Looming $6 Billion Crisis: A Survival Guide for Distressed Cannabis Operators

Scot Crow and Benjam Sobczak of Dickinson Wright tare back this week to discuss the industry’s significant $6 billion debt crisis and the necessary survival strategies for compromised companies. The debt crisis is separate from 280E tax liabilities, rooted in market volatility (like the sharp price drop in Michigan) and poor financial projections made by both operators and lenders. For operators facing default, the critical advice is to make an early decision: either cooperate with the lender's efforts or fight, recognizing that fighting carries the high risk of multi-million dollar personal judgment liens due to personal guarantees (PGs) on the loans. Experts stressed that honesty and transparency are paramount; struggling companies must openly communicate their financial position with existing lenders and be upfront with initial equity investors about the likely washout of their investment. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

39 min
FEB 25

Private Equity & The Green Rush: Why Schedule III Won't Open the Bank Vaults

Scot Crow and Benjam Sobczak of the cannabis practice at Dickinson Wright the impact of federal Schedule III reclassification and the increasing, albeit complex, role of private equity (PE) in the cannabis sector. Experts agreed that moving to Schedule III, while providing significant tax relief through the repeal of Section 280E, would not immediately open the floodgates to traditional banking services or major PE funds due to continued federal illegality and existing 'sin clauses' in investment documents. The current influx of specialized lenders and PE is largely driven by necessity, as distressed operators default on unsustainable loans, forcing lenders to take over assets they cannot easily resell. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

39 min
FEB 18

Joe Salome on Pioneering the South's Medical Cannabis and Hemp Industry

Joe Salome, co-founder of The Georgia Hemp Company and Simple Leaf Wellness, and former CMO of Halcyon Organics, is a respected figure in medical cannabis policy, instrumental in the passage of Georgia’s landmark Haleigh's Hope Act (2014) and the 2019 Georgia’s Hope Act. The discussion centers on Salome's personal advocacy, which was ignited after witnessing the therapeutic benefits of cannabis in treating his mother's ovarian cancer, fueling his mission to champion natural alternatives. His legislative work was pivotal in incrementally legalizing low-THC oil access and establishing in-state production and distribution in Georgia. Key topics addressed include the ongoing struggles with federal regulatory clarity regarding hemp, the threat posed by potential bans on hemp extract products to small businesses and the legal market, and the critical need for federal reclassification of cannabis. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

46 min

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Pretty Decent

2019-10-25

JLaycock

The content is pretty good but it always feels like the host was handed a highlight sheet minutes before the show and is just reading from it as opposed to interviewing the guest. It’s an important topic - needs more fluidity to the interview process.

Dispensing Cannabis business knowledge beyond a million square feet of cultivation space. Blunt Business navigates the challenges and opportunities of one of the most profitable industries on earth. Join us each episode to hear our weekly round tables and interviews with industry professionals.