Episodios

  • A Historic Week in Cannabis! President Trump Puts Rescheduling back in motion. Industry Reaction!
    Dec 22 2025

    President Donald Trump surrounded himself with his medical community and friends to sign an Executive Order to restart the rescheduling of cannabis off the CSA's most restrictive classification. On Cannabis Coast to Coast News with Alaina Pinto this week, reaction from the industry, including Morgan Fox and Paul Armentano of NORML, Jonathan Miller from the US Hemp Roundtable in this A Block; Other organizations are in the B and C Blocks to be released Tuesday and Wednesday this week. Andrew Behringer in Washington, DC, and Kerry Hinkle with the Hemp reaction in the A Block; others interviewed include Adam Smith, Executive Director of the MPP in the B Block; Chris Faraone of Talking Joints Memo in Massachusetts; Michelle Rutter Friberg of the NCIA and Kim Sanchez Real from AZUCA edibles.

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    1 h y 15 m
  • Is this the beginning of a Cannabis Rescheduling? President Trump on the verge.
    Dec 15 2025

    In the full version of Cannabis Coast to Coast News with Alaina Pinto this week, with all eyes on Washington, DC, after a week of rumors, will President Trump issue an executive decision to reschedule cannabis? After a closed-door meeting with congressmen and industry executives, Kevin Sabet of SAM admitted defeat, and this is the week that cannabis designation at having no medicinal value could end. Andrew Behringer in DC and Kerry Hinkle with the Hemp response and details on the Ron Wyden Bill in the Senate. Massachusetts finally comes up with regulations for social consumption lounges, Curtis Emery with the Bay State Report. Plus, jailed pro basketball player Jared Shaw, now 7 months into his term in an Indonesian prison for receiving THC edibles in the mail to treat his Crohn's disease, gets the news that he won't be facing a firing squad but does get 26 months and could go home in 2027. State reports with Amie Carter in Michigan with a tribute to a fallen advocate and friend in her state. Joe Parsons is getting Virginia ready to pass adult use. Tina Tasaka with her Congresswoman Dina Titus, who is bullish on federal weed reform next year. Jenny Germano in Colorado; Karen Black in Arizona; Doug Miller on the impact on Cannabis Stocks; Kimmie Cannabis in Oklahoma;

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    46 m
  • Building Cannabis Cultivation Operations from the Ground Up
    Dec 2 2025

    In this episode of ‘Under the Microscope with Jenny’, host Jenny Germano welcomes Jeremy Shechter, founder of Open Source Horticulture, who shares his extensive experience in cannabis and horticulture. The conversation covers Jeremy's unique background in aquaponics, the key principles for cultivation, common pitfalls in facility design, the importance of staff satisfaction, and the future of cultivating cannabis. They also discuss practical aspects like preventative equipment maintenance, biosecurity in facility design and the critical role of structured communication in managing a successful cultivation operation. This episode is packed with valuable tips for both new and experienced cannabis operators.


    Watch Full Video: https://youtu.be/XYMTraWGH9A


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    52 m
  • Two Markets, One Plant - Navigating the Hemp & Cannabis Divide
    Nov 24 2025

    In this episode of Under the Microscope with Jenny, host Jenny Germano discusses the complexities of the hemp and cannabis markets with Aaron Tucker, an attorney and founder of Shadow Mountain Law and Fire Business Strategies. They explore the legal and regulatory distinctions between hemp and cannabis, consumer perceptions, and the opportunities and risks for operators in both markets. Key topics include the impact of the 2018 Farm Bill, compliance challenges, and recent federal developments affecting the hemp industry. The discussion provides valuable insights for listeners navigating the evolving legal landscape.

    Youtube Episode Link: https://youtu.be/Xl7ZoffJaQg

    Episode Link: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-zmzuj-19c6459

    This link gives them access to the 8 apps it streams on - so this could be a good option too.

    https://underthemicroscopewithjennygermano.podbean.com


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    56 m
  • Hemp Industry in Fight for its Life! The DeAngelos Bros start the One Plant Alliance; Jamaica Tour
    Nov 24 2025

    In this full edition of Cannabis Coast To Coast with Alaina Pinto, the Hemp in DC hits the lobby in DC in a fight for survival. Kerry Hinkle reports from the Capital. In Massachusetts, the signatures are collected, and the Prohibition Movement ? will be on the ballot in '26. Curtis Emery has an update. Plus a trip to Jamaica and a fundraiser with the Ganjactivist Omari Jackson. Andrew Behringer reports on SC Republican Congresswoman Nancy Mace's bill to kill the hemp ban. Steve and Andrew DeAngelo start the One Plant Alliance to bring the legacy, hemp and cannabis interests to focus on 1 plant and 3 basic principals. State Reports from Colorado with Jenny Germano; Joe Parsons has an exclusive interview with The Red Fern Hemp Company in Virginia; Christina Brisson in Ohio with more changes to their laws; Dave Barton in the UK; Karen Black in AZ with a law enforcement increase on the legacy market. Alysha Bellamy in Minnesota; Kimmie Cannabis lands at MJBiz Con; Tina Tasaka with an MJBiz Con preview in Nevada; and Tim Egan from the NH Cannabis Business Association in that live free, or die state. . We visit with M. Omari Jackson the Ganjactavist, who is raising funds for Jamaican farmers who were devastated by Hurricane Melissa; Steve and Andrew DeAnegelo want to bring the legacy, hemp, and cannabis industries together with their new One Plant Alliance.

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    1 h y 1 m
  • THC Hemp Industry on the Clock! 1 Year Until Ban ~ Government Mistake in Farm Bill 2018; Now What?
    Nov 17 2025

    On this week's full show of Cannabis Coast to Coast News with Alaina Pinto, the government ends its shutdown but puts the THC Hemp industry on a one-year notice until all CBD, THCA, and other cannabinoid products will be banned. One step backward might lead to two steps forward? Industry reaction from the US Hemp Roundtable's General Counsel Jonathan Miller with Kerry Hinkle & Thomas Winstanley with Edibles.com; plus CC2C News correspondent Mark Alan, the Chicago Clone Guy, a licensed hemp farmer in Illinois, with an editorial. Plus Andrew Behringer is back with the DC report, and what's next? Joe Parsons in Virginia;In the B & C Blocks the international news with Dave Barton in the UK; Debi Facey in Canada; Jenny Germano in Colorado; Kimmie Cannabis jumps out of a plane on AI; Tina Tasaka in Nevada and with Tribal Nations; Matthew Friedlander in Washington State; Dina Nagib in California; Christina Brisson in Ohio; Alysha Bellamy in Minnesota; Amie Carter in Michigan; Curtis Emery in Massachusetts;

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    1 h y 22 m
  • From Risk to Resilience: How Cannabis Operators Can Avoid Receivership
    Nov 14 2025

    In this episode of 'Under the Microscope with Jenny,' host Jenny Germano is joined by Andy Shelley the Founder of CannXperts to discuss the critical issue of receivership in the cannabis industry. Andy, a former Law Enforcement Officer and Oregon Liquor Control Commission Regulator turned cannabis consultant, delves into his transition into the industry. The conversation focuses on the nuances of receivership, an alternative to bankruptcy, and why it is particularly relevant in the cannabis sector due to federal restrictions on bankruptcy filings. Jenny and Andy talk about the causes leading to receivership, the warning signs, the operational and regulatory challenges, and the steps companies can take to avoid this route. Through detailed explanations and real-life examples, listeners can gain valuable insights into the complexities of financial difficulties in the cannabis industry, the importance of vigilance, and the steps to ensure business sustainability.

    Youtube Episode: https://youtu.be/qqs__tJ_MdE

    Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UnderTheMicroscopewithJenny

    Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-r8y5b-19b1a63 (this is just the episode)


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    50 m
  • Cannabis Operator Series | Fireside Chat with Brendan McKee the Co-Founder of Silver Therapeutics
    Nov 14 2025

    In this episode of 'Under the Microscope with Jenny,' for our Cannabis Operator Series, host Jenny Germano welcomes Brendan McKee, Co-Founder of Silver Therapeutics, to discuss his journey and insights into running a cannabis business. Brendan shares his extensive background, starting from working in their family business, professional football in Europe to entrepreneurship and launching cannabis operations across multiple states with family. Jenny and Brendan talk about the operational and regulatory challenges, the importance of community engagement, business strategies, and the critical aspects of selecting the right business partners and managing finances. The conversation highlights the need for resilience, strategic partnerships, and continuously adapting to market demands, offering up valuable tips for new and existing cannabis entrepreneurs.

    Youtube Link: https://youtu.be/iRYJIAGkJ78

    Episode Link: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-aswmx-19be482


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    50 m