The Cannabis Industry Podcast

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The Cannabis Industry Podcast, created by the Cannabis Industry Council, speaks with experts within the UK cannabis industry to chart the vision for the industry's future. Join us in each episode as we explore how the transformative potential of cannabis can be realised.

Episodes

  1. Feb 19

    Episode 10: Tom Gray and Frances Crewdson, CIC Co-Chairs

    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.

    25 min

  2. 11/12/2025

    Episode 9: Richard Cupit, PIB Insurance Brokers

    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.

    26 min

  3. 09/23/2025

    Episode 8: John Shute, PufCreativ

    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.

    32 min

  4. 06/16/2025

    Episode 7: Nicole Farah, Americana Communications

    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.

    22 min

  5. 05/19/2025

    Episode 6: Liam O'Dowd, leafie

    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.

    32 min

  6. 04/15/2025

    Episode 5: Adam Windish, British Cannabis

    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.

    26 min

  7. 03/03/2025

    Episode 4: Jamie Bartley, The Unyte Group

    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.

    23 min

  8. 02/03/2025

    Episode 3: Heidi Whitman, Global Strategist

    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.

    31 min

  9. 12/16/2024

    Episode 2: Dr. Callie Seaman, Aqualabs

    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.

    28 min

  10. 11/14/2024

    Episode 1: Mike Morgan-Giles, Cannabis Industry Council

    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.

    22 min
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About

The Cannabis Industry Podcast, created by the Cannabis Industry Council, speaks with experts within the UK cannabis industry to chart the vision for the industry's future. Join us in each episode as we explore how the transformative potential of cannabis can be realised.

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  • Creator
    Cannabis Industry Council
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Cannabis Industry Council
  • Show Website
    The Cannabis Industry Podcast