Host Anthony Varrell sits down with Adam Stettner, Founder and CEO of FundCanna, the leading cannabis-focused lender that has approved over $300 million in funding across 40 states for cultivators, manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and ancillary businesses.In this episode, we break down the biggest cannabis headlines of the week — starting with the social equity story that operators and investors need to watch. Ascend Wellness Holdings just announced a partnership with NuProject to launch ROOTS (Readying Opportunities for Operational & Trade Sustainability), a six-month business readiness program for small cannabis businesses in Massachusetts and New Jersey. The program provides coaching, financial mentorship, and direct access to Ascend's corporate supply chain — a real model for how MSOs can create pathways for equity operators. Meanwhile, Vireo Growth made waves with a strategic partnership transferring 51% ownership of Vireo Health of New York to Ace Ventures, a minority and women-owned enterprise led by Steven Acevedo. This is expected to become New York's first scaled social equity operator built from a vertically integrated medical cannabis license. We discuss what these moves signal for the future of social equity in cannabis.Then we dive into the WeedMaps Nasdaq delisting. WM Technology announced it will voluntarily delist from Nasdaq effective April 24, 2026, citing thin trading volumes, high compliance costs, and regulatory constraints. After an SEC settlement, delinquency notices, and shares trading below $1, what does this mean for cannabis tech companies navigating public markets?We also explore whether medical marijuana in hospitals could be a turning point. Louisiana's Senate Health and Welfare Committee advanced SB 270, allowing terminally ill patients to use medical cannabis in healthcare facilities — a first-of-its-kind framework that could reshape how we think about patient access at the institutional level.Finally, we cover the Massachusetts cannabis reform bill that dropped this week. Lawmakers reached a deal to dissolve and restructure the Cannabis Control Commission from five members down to three, double the possession limit for adults, raise licensing caps to six per entity, and provide immediate access for social equity participants. It's the biggest regulatory overhaul since the state launched adult-use sales.#CannabisNews #CannabisIndustry #CannabisStocks #SocialEquity #Weedmaps #Nasdaq #MedicalCannabis #CannabisPolicy #TDR #FundCannaWant 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:sdales@thedalesreport.comPodcast 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...
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