Weed Talk News

Major Collapse of #1 California Cannabis Business - Plus MJBiz Con

Jimmy Young — Fri, 01 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0500

Over the past year there’s been doom and gloom in the cannabis industry, but at MJBIz Con, the worlds largest cannabis conference, there is guarded optimism about the future of the cannabis industry. Hebl, California’s largest legal distribution company finally closes, were they victims of that state’s impossible regulations? LeVanna Vassau has that story. Multiple reports from MJBiz Con including A Dream Team of Michigan Advocates who pay tribute to one of their own thanks to the Michigan Weedsters! Weed Talk News is Coast to Coast Cannabis coverage anchored by Alaina Pinto.

Belushi, Cheech & Chong visit the Bay State, NY moves towards a deal to open licensure again.

Jimmy Young — Fri, 17 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0500

On Weed Talk News this week, federal cannabis reform takes another step back in US House of Representatives in Washington DC this past week. While New York state might finally be ready to start the cannabis licensure process again after both sides reach a tentative agreement to settle their differences. Meanwhile, the Bay State of Massachusetts takes center stage on Weed Talk News this week with Cheech Marin and Tommy Chong opening up three "Dispensoria's", while Jim Belushi takes center stage at the Harvest Cup in Worcester. Ohio Governor Mike DeWine softens disappointment after his citizens pass the legalization of cannabis for all adults over 21 in that state. Also on Weed Talk News, Alaina Pinto is back anchoring, and tells us about the challenges of marketing in the cannabis world, while USA Today pulls the plug on a consumer contest for best dispensary. The state of Maine might finally be able to settle the internal riff between medical caregivers, licensees, and adult use rec thanks to a legendary advocate, Uncle Pete Tranchmontagne. All that and coast to coast reports on Weed Talk News.

Pam Chmiel in New York

Harry Bernstein in Ohio

Marianne Cursetjee in Oregon

Karen Black in Arizona

Brandon Jones in Missouri

Jimmy Young in Massachusetts

Andrew Behringer in Washington DC

Debi Facey in Canada

Jill Goldsberry in NJ

LeVanna Vassau in California

OHIO says YES! #24 Legal Adult Use Cannabis! Reaction from DC to Columbus

Jimmy Young — Sun, 12 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0500

On Weed Talk News this week, 57% of votes cast in Ohio support the legalization of cannabis possession, grow, and sale but there are still some political hurdles to overcome in their legislature. Virginia moves closer to full legalization. The US Senate comes up with a way to help veterans get access to prescribed medicinal cannabis at the VA hospital. New York licensure continues to be on hold. Cookies bids farewell to Beverly Hills, CA. Coast to coast cannabis news on Weed Talk News.

DEA Asked To DE-Schedule Cannabis by Congressional Bipartisan Group! Coast to Coast Cannabis News

Jimmy Young — Fri, 03 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0500

Did they say please? A group of Republicans and Democrats ask the DEA to DE-Schedule cannabis not just move it off Schedule 1. What are the chances? We check in the percentages of that. Plus cannabis businesses are failing from coast to coast, bribery and extortion in the licensing process at the town and city level. Plus Cannabis Reform Champion Earl Blumenauer announces he won't seek re-election in his state of Oregon. A tribute from Marianne Cusetjee of Alibi in that state in her weekly Oregon cannabis report. Scott's Miracle Gro wants to get more involved in cannabis, did that impact its public trading on the stock exchange? High on Wall Street's Doug Miller with that. Coast to coast cannabis news with Weed Talk News with Alaina Pinto.

Reports from

Marianne Cursetjee in Oregon

Matthew Friedlander in Washington state

Amie Carter in Michigan

Andrew Behringer in Washington DC and MD

Claudia Post in Pennsylvania

Jill Goldsberry in NJ

Pam Chmiel in NY

Brandon Jones in Missouri

Jessilyn Dolan in Vermont

Jimmy Young in Massachusetts

Debi Facey in Canada

Cannabis Legalization Bill Filed in the House; Cannabis news coast to coast

Jimmy Young — Fri, 27 Oct 2023 11:00:00 -0500

Weed Talk News this week is cannabis news from Coast to Coast, PCM Founder Jimmy Young and Karen Black anchor. South Carolina Republican Nancy Mace files her STATES bill in the house which would pave the way for legalization and regulation of cannabis in the USA. NORML's Morgan Fox reaction with Andrew Behringer. A law suit was filed in Massachusetts against US Attorney General Merrick Garland with the backing of major MSO's to allow interstate commerce for cannabis Coast to Coast cannabis news coverage on Weed Talk News produced by Pro Cannabis Media with reports from:

Pam Chmiel in New York

Brandon Jones in Missouri

Jill Goldsberry in NJ

Angie Seifert in CT

LeVanna Vassau in CA

Marianne Cursetjee in OR

Amie Carter in Michigan

Doug Miller on cannabis stocks

Debi Facey in Canada

No House Speaker, No Cannabis Reforms! Oregon Merges 2 Business Groups

Jimmy Young — Mon, 23 Oct 2023 11:00:00 -0500

On Weed Talk New this week, a look at the trickle down impact on cannabis reform while the politicians in Washington DC try to figure out who can lead the divided House. Oregon makes a big move to improve business and legislative change on their cannabis laws. Two Men involved in a bribery scheme in Michigan cannabis get sentenced to jailtime. Coast to Coast state cannabis reports on Weed Talk News with Alaina Pinto.

Andrew Behringer on DC/MD

Brandon Jones in Missouri

Marianne Cursetjee in Oregon

Pam Chmiel in NY

Jill Goldsberry in NJ

Amie Carter in Michigan

Matthew Friedlander in Washington State

Claudia Post in Pennsylvania

Angie Siefert in Connecticut

Jessilyn Dolan in Vermont

Jimmy Young in Massachusetts

LeVanna Nassau in California

Marianne Cursetjee in Oregon

Doug Miller on Stocks

Thomas Howard from Illinois

New York Cannabis Market- Big Apple? Big Mess Pam Chmiel guest

Jimmy Young — Sun, 15 Oct 2023 11:00:00 -0500

An excerpt from Pro Cannabis Media's Weed Talk News show from 10_13-23. Free Lance reporter for Cannabis Business Executive Pam Chmiel and PCM founder Jimmy Young.

Can your smart phone measure impairment when under the influence of cannabis?

Jimmy Young — Fri, 13 Oct 2023 11:00:00 -0500

A New York Judge says enough is enough, and opens two dispensaries who were on deck when the injunction to hold any more licenses distributed got challenged. California Governor Gavin Newsom vetoes social cafes like Amsterdam. Can a smart phone measure impairment under the influence of cannabis? A new study says cannabis smoke reacts differently to the lungs and sees no connection to the big C. In Massachusetts the lawsuit is settled but now no one knows about the future. Plus two reports on location at Mj UNPacked in Detroit Michigan. All that and coast to coast cannabis news coverage on Weed Talk News with Alaina Pinto.

State Reports listed below:

1:42-5:44 - New York with Pam Chmiel & PCM founder Jimmy Young

7:29-9:24- Brendan Jones in Missouri

10:00-12:55 Andrew Behringer is Washington DC & MD

13:24-14:51 Debi Facey Canada

15:05-15:50 Doug Miller's High on Wall Street

18:58- 21:23 LeVanna Vassau on California

22:30-24:30- Angie Siefert in Connecticut

22:33-26:23 Karen Black in Arizona

26:35-28:00 Marianne Cursetjee from Oregon

28:14-30:03. Matthew Friedlander : Washington state at MJUNpacked

31:00-31:50 Amie Carter in Michigan at MJ Unpacked

32:36-34:53 Jessilyn Dolan in Vermont

New York State Reopens It’s Licensure Applications! MPP & NORML talking about a merger?

Jimmy Young — Sat, 07 Oct 2023 11:00:00 -0500

New York Governor Kathy Hochul steps into the cannabis quagmire in her state and says it’s time to open up cannabis licenses to all, not just the groups that were most victimized by the failed war on drugs. 1500 licenses in all stages of production will be awarded by December 8th.

The Marijuana Policy Project, MPP, and the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Law, NORML are talking about a merger because the market correction in the industry is hurting the lobbyist efforts in Washington DC at a critical time.

The infighting of the Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission has turned into an ugly legal confrontation between the State Treasurer and the Chair of that commission. We’ll talk with Chris Faraone of the Talking Joints Memo for some insight. High Times CEO Adam Levin in hot water with the SEC and will be facing severe penalties and his future is up in the “air”. Cannabis nursing is now recognized by the American Nurses Association, are Doctors next?

Weed Talk News mourns the passing of our longtime Michigan correspondent Rick Thompson, but his legacy delivered Amie Carter to our News Team. Also an advocate for change in her state of Michigan, she is the mother of an autistic child and is fighting for his rights to take his medicine to school…All that plus Coast to Coast cannabis reports on Weed Talk News…

Is SAFER Banking the first step towards cannabis legalization? Reaction from Morgan Fox NORML:

Jimmy Young — Sat, 30 Sep 2023 11:00:00 -0500

Is Safer Banking Bill the fist step towards legalization? PCM Founder Jimmy Young goes on one on with Morgan Fox Political Director of NORML. Plus Reaction from industry leaders. A power struggle is emerging in Massachusetts between suspended Chair of the Cannabis Control Commission Shannon O'Brien and State Treasurer of the Commonwealth, Deborah Goldberg who put her in charge a year ago. At the Benzinga Investment conference in Chicago, all signs are pointing to a recovering cannabis industry. Was the Highlife Style Show in Massachusetts a preview of the future of social cannabis consumption events? Weed Talk News with Alaina Pinto and coast to coast and Canada cannabis reports.

Do Republicans or Democrats use more weed? Weed Talk News 9-23-23

Jimmy Young — Mon, 25 Sep 2023 11:00:00 -0500

Who do you think consumes more product, Democrats or Republicans? Survey results at the end of Weed Talk News with Alaina Pinto. Plus will legalization be driven by Safer Banking? That's where the US Senate is on the SAFE Banking bill that is now called the Safer Bill. 9-27 is when the banking committee will decide if "Safer" gets a Senate vote. Pro Cannabis Actor Woody Harrelson tours Humboldt county in California to honor those who were the big winners in the Emerald Cup grow competition. Harvesting is on deck. Woody's visit to Humboldt Photo images courtesy of GW Smoke Break

Colombia Care couldn't merge with Cresco Labs so they changed their brand to the Cannabist Company! In Massachusetts the Cannabis Control Commission known as the "CCC" in the Bay State is in chaos, crisis, and confusion after their head commissioner Shannon O'Brien was suspended. Weed Talk News with Alaina Pinto and coast to coast cannabis reports.

Industry Reaction on Moving Cannabis to Schedule 3, NY Welcomes MSOs!

Jimmy Young — Sat, 16 Sep 2023 11:00:00 -0500

Is the recommendation by the Health and Human Services agency to the DEA to reschedule cannabis off the most restricted list to one that is controlled by more doctors and pharma but benefits business, is this a good thing or just not as bad thing for the cannabis industry? You'll hear from a science expert and advocate. Plus 3 states set monthly records for sales, part of out Coast to Coast Cannabis News roundup. New York state gives up on trying to do the right thing, and now welcomes Multi state operators. Cherokee Nation stands up for legalization on their property in North Carolina. What do golf and cannabis have to do with charity? A miracle moment in Illinois with their first open consumption concert. Business networking maxed at the 2nd annual TEEHC Open in Massachusetts. Weed Talk News with Alaina Pinto.

Supreme Court Rejects Cases Seeking Reimbursement for Medical Cannabis

Jimmy Young — Fri, 24 Jun 2022 20:00:00 -0500

The Supreme Court is making headlines Friday June 24th by overturning Roe V Wade. And earlier in the week, they made headlines with cannabis advocates when the court decided not to hear two requests for employees to receive compensation from employers for medical cannabis. And while Congress may be dragging its feet on cannabis banking reform, one state is making headway. Plus, Major League Baseball teams can now sell CBD sponsorships! All that, plus your state by state round up -- this week on Weed Talk News anchored by Alaina Pinto.

Federal Proposal Protects Immigrants, Banks Associated with Cannabis

Jimmy Young — Fri, 17 Jun 2022 20:00:00 -0500

Federal cannabis reform may be moving slowly, but federal leaders have added new language to fiscal spending bills -- that could protect immigrant and banking institutions involved with cannabis. Also, Britney Griner's time behind bars in Russia has been extended -- despite the US federal government admitting she's been "wrongfully detained." Plus, the government in Thailand is passing out cannabis plants! And... pot for potholes?! All that, plus your state-to-state round up on cannabis from around the country! This week on Weed Talk News anchored by Alaina Pinto.

Is Congress Stalling Cannabis Banking Reform?

Jimmy Young — Fri, 10 Jun 2022 19:30:00 -0500

The clock is ticking on the Democrats' control over the White House, Senate and House of Representatives -- and STILL there's been no significant movement on federal cannabis reform, banking or otherwise. We speak with the National Cannabis Industry Association's Aarom Smith about *why* Congress is dragging feet. Also, a cannabis tech company slashes 7% of its workforce. And more countries overseas are giving the green light to legal cannabis! All that, plus your state-to-state round up on cannabis from around the country! This week on Weed Talk News anchored by Alaina Pinto.

Phil Adams with the Washington, D.C. Report

Jessilyn Dolan with the Vermont Report

Ron Marshalsea with the Bay State Report

Claudia Post with the Pennsylvania Report

Brandon Jones with the Missouri Report

Josh Kincaid with the Washington State Report

Heather Allman with the Florida Report

MSO's Hire Big Attorneys to Go After Feds!

Jimmy Young — Fri, 03 Jun 2022 23:30:00 -0500

Multi-state operators Curaleaf, and TerrAscend are teaming up with other MSO's to hire a dream team law firm to challenge Federal cannabis laws on their constitutionality. That includes the 280E clause that blocks all cannabis companies from taking routine and legal business expense deductions because of their classification as Marijuana Related Businesses. FOX News controversial news anchor Laura Ingraham tries to make a case that cannabis users are connected to the string of mass shootings in the US. Christopher Smith from the American Cannabis Report, and Debra Borchardt from the Green Market Report team up at the CWCB expo in New York City for their reports this week. Plus state by state cannabis reports from Coast to Coast anchored by Alaina Pinto.

Rhode Island is the #19 Legal Weed State! MORE Act Passes...Again, so Now What?

Jimmy Young — Fri, 27 May 2022 22:30:00 -0500

On Weed Talk News this week, the tiny state of Rhode Island ends 10 years of work to finally legalize adult use, sales, and use of cannabis. One of pioneers instrumental in this accomplishment is Jared Moffat from the Marijuana Policy Project and he speaks with PCM Founder Jimmy Young. The MORE Act gets through the House of Representatives for the second time in months, and for the umpteenth time, goes nowhere near the US Senate Floor. There are however signs of hope coming from back sources that some Republicans might be looking at the plant differently. State by state news headlines from coast to coast on Weed Talk News this week anchored by Jimmy Young.

DOJ Tells Supreme Court to Back off Cannabis Cases

Jimmy Young — Fri, 20 May 2022 23:00:00 -0500

Could the federal government be turning a new leaf when it comes to

cannabis? A new message from the Department of Justice tells the

nation's highest court that cannabis cases shouldn't be a federal issue!

Plus, the feds are even giving the green light to a Florida-based

company to start growing and studying the plant. And, ready for Woody

Harrelson's newest "joint" venture?? All that, plus your state-to-state

round up on cannabis from around the country! This week on Weed Talk

News anchored by Alaina Pinto.

Federal Legalization of Cannabis Stalled Again

Jimmy Young — Sat, 14 May 2022 08:00:00 -0500

NY Senator Chuck Schumer dodges raindrops at the annual NYC Cannabis Parade, and reports he's talked with six Republican Senators about his drive for federal cannabis reform. In the meantime in Washington DC, that Safe Banking Amendment that made it onto a bill, gets thrown out by the Senate despite more support by the US Independent Bankers. Austin Texas voters turn out and pass a decriminalization vote to add that issue to the ballot in the fall. Nevada separates alcohol from cannabis in future social clubs for Las Vegas. Thailand gifts one million low level THC cannabis plants to its citizens for medicinal benefits. State by State reports on Weed Talk News with Alaina Pinto.

Senators Tuck SAFE Banking Legislation Into Trade Bill

Jimmy Young — Fri, 06 May 2022 19:00:00 -0500

The clock is ticking for Congress to pass any sort of meaningful cannabis reform at the national level. Now a bipartisan group, led by Sen. Patty Murray, is determined to pass SAFE Banking legislation as part of a larger manufacturing and trade bill. Also, the U.S. Government says Brittney Griner is being detained wrongfully for cannabis... should the same be said for citizens locked up here at home? And former House Speaker John Boehner facing a bombshell lawsuit that may not bode well for Acreage Holdings. All that, plus your state-to-state round up on cannabis from around the country! This week on Weed Talk News anchored by Alaina Pinto.

Phil Adams with the Washington, D.C. Report

Debra Borchardt with the Green Market Report

Rick Thompson with the Michigan Report

Christopher Smith with the California Report

Jessilyn Dolan with the Vermont Report

Ron Marshalsea with the Bay State Report

Claudia Post with the Pennsylvania Report

Thomas Howard with the Illinois Report

Brandon Jones with the Missouri Report

Josh Kincaid with the Washington State Report

Heather Allman with the Florida Report

Dani Baranowski with the Nevada Report

Steven Arthur George with the European Report

Legalization Bill Delays and Promises of Reform

Jimmy Young — Sun, 01 May 2022 11:00:00 -0500

In the same week that US Senator Chuck Schumer addressed the delay of

his COA Bill to legalize cannabis at the federal level, President Joe

Biden commuted the sentences of former convicted cannabis felons. Is

this a sign of more reform or just politicians stringing their public

along?

Plus record setting results of a very successful and profitable 4-20

week in the cannabis industry, as New Jersey opens its doors to legal

adult use. A Florida bride and her caterer get charged with spiking the

food at their reception. CBD testing consistency comes under scrutiny by

a Leafreport study while operating a car under the influence continues

to challenge the definition of impairment. Plus coast to coast reports

from legal cannabis states on Weed Talk News anchored by Alaina Pinto.

NJ Opens Its Cannabis Doors for Adults, while the Feds Slam It the Face!

Jimmy Young — Fri, 22 Apr 2022 19:00:00 -0500

The world celebrated 4/20 this week, and while people around the globe

sparked up, reporters on Capitol Hill pressed White House Press

Secretary Jen Psaki over President Biden's stance on legalizing cannabis

-- and the response doesn't say much. Also, legal sales are underway in

New Jersey... will people in Pennsylvania be taking advantage? Plus, a

cannabis company is now suing the DEA! All that plus your state-to-state

round up on cannabis from around the country! This week on Weed Talk

News anchored by Alaina Pinto.

DEA Says Shipping Cannabis Seeds is Legal!

Jimmy Young — Fri, 15 Apr 2022 18:00:00 -0500

The DEA announces 'cannabis seeds' fall under the category of 'hemp', which can be shipped across state lines. That means popular West coast strains could soon make their way to places like Massachusetts, Maine and New Jersey! Plus, Congress drags its feet on cannabis reform -- but there are a handful of states putting their money where their mouth is. And the quietest Beatle, George Harrison, now tying his name to weed! All that plus your state-to-state round up on cannabis from around the country! This week on Weed Talk News anchored by Alaina Pinto.

The Senate Clock is Ticking on Federal Legalization, will April Bring Reform?

Jimmy Young — Sat, 09 Apr 2022 12:00:00 -0500

The word out of Washington DC is one of caution but the US Senator Chuck Schumer wants to bring his passion for federal cannabis reform to his fellow senators in April. Will the passing of the MORE act by the house be the impetus for the Senate to make a highly anticipated move towards Federal reform? The "M" word, marijuana is stricken from the medical and legal policies in Washington State, will others follow? New Mexico opens it's doors to legal adult use sales, and sets a US 3 day record! Plus other state by state reports on Weed Talk News with Alaina Pinto and Jimmy Young from Pro Cannabis Media

Claudia Post - Pennsylvania

Debra Borchardt - Green Market Report

Ron Marshalsea - Massachusetts

Rick Thompson - Michigan

Jessilyn Dolan - Vermont

Phil Adams - Washington DC

Heather Allman - Florida

Steven Arthur George - Europe

Brandon Jones- Missouri

Christopher Smith - California

Josh Kincaid - Washington State

US House Passes MORE Act 220-204! The 1st step towards legalization?

Jimmy Young — Sat, 02 Apr 2022 11:00:00 -0500

On Weed Talk News, the entire industry is watching Friday's congressional debate in the US House of Representatives about the MORE Act, the first step towards legalization of cannabis in the USA.Even if the house does pass this bill, it still has to go to the US Senate where all cannabis progressive policy goes nowhere. That didn't stop the State of New Hampshire who passed "State Run" Adult Use legislation before Weed Talk News released. Green Rush Live on Friday April 1 will have NH Rep Tim Egan on live at the top of that two hour live business talk show. Plus Pabst Blue Ribbon infused seltzers increase their THC content to 10Mg in California and more state delays for licensing in NJ and Michigan. Weed Talk News gives you cannabis new from coast to coast with our state by state round ups, Alaina Pinto anchors.

Is Federal Legalization on-deck In Washington DC? Cresco Labs is now the #1 MSO in the US.

Jimmy Young — Sat, 26 Mar 2022 21:00:00 -0500

Rumor has it... cannabis legalization could be on the table for lawmakers, again! Sources say the 'MORE' Act may be headed to the House floor for a second vote. Also, dispensaries in Washington State slammed by armed robberies. Many say the solution lies with the bank. Then, Brittney Griner is still locked up in Russia. Is the U.S. Government finally getting more serious about bringing her home? Plus, more states giving the green light to adult-use sales -- could consumption lounges be the next big thing? All that plus your state-to-state round up on cannabis from around the country! This week on Weed Talk News anchored by Alaina Pinto.

Phil Adams with the Washington, D.C. Report

Deborah Borchardt with the Green Market Report

Rick Thompson with the Michigan Report

Christopher Smith with the California Report

Jessilyn Dolan with the Vermont Report

Ron Marshalsea with the Bay State Report

Claudia Post with the Pennsylvania Report

Thomas Howard with the Illinois Report

Brandon Jones with the Missouri Report

Josh Kincaid with the Washington State Report

Heather Allman with the Florida Report

Dani Baranowski with the Nevada Report

Steven Arthur George with the European Report

Tyson Takes Another Big Bite Out Of The Cannabis Industry

Jimmy Young — Sat, 19 Mar 2022 11:00:00 -0500

Tyson Takes Another Big Bite Out Of The Cannabis Industry

WNBA Superstar and US Olympic Gold Medalist Brittney Griner "Detained" in Russia for Hash Oil!

Jimmy Young — Sat, 12 Mar 2022 11:00:00 -0500

Weed Talk News this week includes the story of WNBA Superstar Brittney Griner and US Olympic basketball gold medalist who is now cut off from any consular contact, and her whereabouts in Russia are not known. She plays professionally in Russia and was trying to board a flight when she was arrested for carrying hash oil. Needless to say, the timing could not have been worse for this incident that could put her in a Russian prison for years! Do you think President Biden is even a bit concerned about one of his most well-known athletic citizens caught in the web of international politics? Well, he didn't even mention the word in his State of the Union address.

Those stories plus more international countries decriminalize cannabis around the world.

Cannabis Coast to Coast News Reports from:

Debra Borchardt - Green Market Reports on Big Marijuana

Phil Adams - DC Report

Ron Marshalsea III - Massachusetts

Josh Kincaid - Washington State

Claudia Post from Most CG in Pennsylvania

Heather Allman in Florida

Steven Arthur George with the European Report

Curaleaf Clarifies Russian Ties

Jimmy Young — Sat, 05 Mar 2022 11:00:00 -0500

MSO Curaleaf clears up it's ties to Russia -- or lack thereof -- amid the ongoing conflict with Ukraine. Then, the SAFE Banking Act may be stalled, but it doesn't look like that's slowing banks down when it comes to working with cannabis clients. Plus, one lawmaker in Missouri condemns international sports committees for banning Sha'Carri Richardson from last year's Olympics -- and calls out President Biden for not ending prohibition. Plus, here's a tip: don't speed on the highway when you're driving with a truck full of weed. All that plus your state-to-state round up on cannabis from around the country! This week on Weed Talk News anchored by Alaina Pinto.

Deborah Borchardt with the Green Market Report

Rick Thompson with the Michigan Report

Christopher Smith with the California Report

Jessilyn Dolan with the Vermont Report

Ron Marshalsea with the Bay State Report

Claudia Post with the Pennsylvania Report

Brandon Jones with the Missouri Report

Josh Kincaid with the Washington State Report

Heather Allman with the Florida Report

Cannabis Industry Jobs Soar to All-Time High

Jimmy Young — Sat, 26 Feb 2022 11:00:00 -0500

Leafly's annual job report is in -- and the cannabis industry is

BOOMING! We take a look at just how rapidly job numbers are growing, and

which state is leading the way in expansion. Also, hemp farmers in New

York may be the savior for THC sales as the state issues temporary

licenses to allow those farmers to cultivate THC cannabis. Plus - weed

that doesn't smell?! It's all this week on Weed Talk News Anchored by

Alaina Pinto.

Protesting Cannabis Farmers Slash Taxes

Jimmy Young — Fri, 11 Feb 2022 18:00:00 -0500

Small cannabis farmers in Humboldt County, California have been squeezed

by tough taxes and rough regulations. But they're voices have been

heard! Will the country follow? And, don't expect to see any commercials

for weed during the Big Game this weekend. Plus your weekly roundup of

cannabis news from state to state! All this week on Weed Talk News

Anchored by Alaina Pinto.

Rick Thompson with the Michigan Report

Christopher Smith with the California Report

Jessilyn Dolan with the Vermont Report

Ron Marshalsea with the Bay State Report

Claudia Post with the Pennsylvania Report

Phil Adams with the DC Report

Brandon Jones with the Missouri Report

Josh Kincaid with the Washington State Report

Heather Allman with the Florida Report

Steven Arthur George with the European Report

If First You Don't Succeed Try and Try Again! SAFE Banking Goes To The U.S. House a Sixth Time.

Jimmy Young — Fri, 04 Feb 2022 11:00:00 -0500

The Safe Banking bill is headed to the US Congress for it's 6th try. This time the author of the bill, Colorado Rep Ed Perlmutter is getting one last shot to pass in his final term in the House. Medical Marijuana Legalization is now in 37 states as Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves signs it into law. The NFL will budget one million dollars in a grant to research the effectiveness of a pain killing remedy for its players using CBD and the cannabis sativa plant.

Weed Talk News is Cannabis News from Coast to Coast, anchored by Alaina Pinto.

9 state reports by:

Phil Adams - DC report @2:18

Christopher Smith - California Report @ 5:50

Heather Allman - Florida Report @ 9:28

Jessilyn Dolan - Vermont @ 11:49

Steven Arthur George - European report @ 13:30

Debra Borchardt - New York @ 15:42

Claudia Post Pennsylvania @17:00

Ron Marshalsea - Massachusetts @ 21:50

Josh Kincaid - Washington @24:22

Cannabis Tax Money Has Passed Alcohol! Is it now more popular in your state?

Jimmy Young — Fri, 28 Jan 2022 20:00:00 -0500

On Weed Talk News this week anchored by Alaina Pinto, tax money

generated from billions of dollars of weed sales in Massachusetts has

now passed the total from alcohol sales in the same state. Does this

mean, weed is more popular than alcohol in the Bay State now? The south

adds a medical marijuana program with the addition of Mississippi, now

up to 37 states in the US. Growin' Belushi is back on Discovery channel

for a new season about a cannabis farmer in Oregon named Jim Belushi.

Sure he is a comedic actor and personality but now he wants to be known

as a farmer and is discovering it isn't that easy to grow good weed. 10

State reports from Coast to Coast on Weed Talk News.

Smoking Senate Candidate Shakes Up Cannabis World! Is Sex Better With Weed? New Study Says Yes!

Jimmy Young — Fri, 21 Jan 2022 02:30:00 -0500

"There's an arrest for cannabis every :37 seconds in the US", that's how

Gary Chambers Jr. (D) running for US Senate in Louisiana starts his

campaign advertisement that went viral over the past 48 hours. He also

share the fact that black people get arrested 3.5 times more often that

white people, yet the percentage of use by both races is equal.

Mississippi gets closer to launching a medicinal marijuana program which

would bring the total to 37 states in the US that have decriminalized

the plant. Plus, two research studies on cannabis have been released and

sure enough we have the results, once is on cognitive function, and the

other is on sex. Alaina Pinto anchors, state reports on Cannabis from

Coast to Coast.

Jessilyn Dolan -Vermont

Phil Adams - DC Report

Debra Borchardt - Green Market Report in NY

Ron Marshalsea - Massachusetts

Heather Allman - Florida

Claudia Post - Pennsylvania

Christopher Smith - California

Rick Thompson - Michigan

Brandon Jones - Missouri

Josh Kincaid - Washington State

Steven Arthur George- European Report from Portugal

Can Cannabis Prevent COVID? OSU Researchers Say Yes, In a Science Lab, Just Not By Smoking It!

Jimmy Young — Sat, 15 Jan 2022 11:00:00 -0500

The results are in and a group of researchers at Oregon State University

say they've discovered ways CBDa and CBGa could help prevent COVID-19.

We talk with PCM TV's Medical Director Dr. Mary Clifton about why it has

*nothing* to do with smoking weed! Plus, bellissimo! Italian officials

pave the way for a vote on legal weed. A Massachusetts dispensary gets

ready to welcome robotic budtenders. And, the numbers are in from 2021 -

which states sold the most weed, with some even breaking records. All

this week on Weed Talk News Anchored by Alaina Pinto. Cannabis Reports

from Coast to Coast

Jessilyn Dolan -Vermont

Phil Adams - DC Report

Debra Borchardt - Green Market Report in NY

Ron Marshalsea - Massachusetts

Heather Allman - Florida

Claudia Post - Pennsylvania

Christopher Smith - California

Rick Thompson - Michigan

Brandon Jones - Missouri

Josh Kincaid - Washington State

Steven Arthur George- European Report from Portugal

VISA Warns Cannabis Retailers Not to Flub Financial Coding, Keeping Cannabis in a Cash Chokehold

Jimmy Young — Fri, 17 Dec 2021 11:00:00 -0500

Check out our weekly cannabis news show, here with you every Friday at noon so you can stay on top of everything going on in the industry. We follow the best and most important stories and publish them here, with our contributors from 10 different states and one contributor even located in Europe!

Many legally operating dispensaries are recording cannabis transactions as "ATM fees", and VISA is catching on. We hear from financial law expert Ashley Elsner about what this means for the legal market, and potentially your wallet. Pfizer is making the jump from COVID-19 prevention to the cannabis industry. Coast to Coast Cannabis reports, plus the very first European country to legalize adult-use marijuana! All this week on Weed Talk News Anchored by Alaina Pinto.

Rick Thompson with the Michigan Report

Christopher Smith with the California Report

Jessilyn Dolan with the Vermont Report

Ron Marshalsea with the Bay State Report

Claudia Post with the Pennsylvania Report

Phil Adams with the DC Report

Thomas Howard with the Illinois Report

Brandon Jones with the Missouri Report

Josh Kincaid with the Washington State Report

Heather Allman with the Florida Report

Steven Arthur George with the European Report

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Safe Banking Gets Removed from the Defense Budget, another blow to Federal Cannabis Reform

Jimmy Young — Fri, 10 Dec 2021 11:00:00 -0500

Once again we bring you the coast-coast week in cannabis on Weed Talk News, anchored by Alaina Pinto - and now with a new European cannabis report! Federal cannabis reform took another set back when the Amendment for Safe Banking passed by US House multiple times gets ousted from the annual defense budget where it had been added a month ago with advocates hoping to get it to the Senate floor. Phil Adams from DC has that story. Ohio recalls tainted a whole bunch of tainted medicinal cannabis.

Phil Adams with the DC Report - 2:34

Debra Borchardt with the Green Market Report - 6:02

Steven Arthur George with the European Report - 8:02

Christopher Smith with the California Report - 11:09

Josh Kincaid with the Washington State Report - 14:10

Rick Thompson with the Michigan Report - 15:40

Brandon Jones with the MIssouri Report - 21:06

Jessilyn Dolan with the Vermont Report - 23:15

Claudia Post with the Pennsylvania Report - 25:20

Ron Marshalsea with the Bay State Report - 28:06

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Federal Cannabis Reform is on a Defense Budget Clock.91% of New York Towns will allow Weed Stores!

Jimmy Young — Fri, 03 Dec 2021 11:00:00 -0500

Political forces are forming in Washington DC with some cannabis reform attached to the annual approval of the defense budget, but will both sides be able to reach agreement before the end of the session in December? Another reason to love New York state, only 9% of cities and towns in NY have banned the opening of cannabis stores in their areas, one of the lowest in the history of the reform movement.

Plus state by state reports on Weed Talk News anchored by Alaina Pinto.

Rick Thompson - Michigan

Debra Borchardt - New York & Wall street

Jessilyn Dolan - Vermont

Christopher Smith with the California report

Thomas Howard from Illinois

Brandon Jones in Missouri

Claudia Post in Pennsylvania

How Cannabis Helped One Congresswoman's PTSD

Jimmy Young — Fri, 19 Nov 2021 11:00:00 -0500

On last week's Weed Talk News, when asked about why a Republican from South Carolina would introduce a new Federal reform of cannabis bill, NCIA's Michael Correia hinted that it was a personal issue that was the motivation for SC Congresswoman Nancy Mace to file a Federal legalization of cannabis bill. This week the South Carolina Republican Representative told her story on FOX Business News explaining her own personal use of cannabis after a sexual assault as a teenager. The FDA continues to dance around and delay any regulations about the infusion of CBD into products. West Virginia opens its first medical dispensary. Rock and Sopranos legend Steven Van Zandt brings his Underground Apothecary to Canna Provisions in Holyoke, Mass.

Plus who has the best weed in Massachusetts? The Harvest Cup results from Worcester draws celebrities and thousands to the Cannabis Capital of the Bay State. Ron Marshalsea has the results in the Massachusetts report.

Debra Borchardt with the Green Market Report.

Christopher Smith from California. Rick Thompson in MIchigan, Brandon Jones in Missouri, Jessilyn Dolan from Vermont. Alaina Pinto Anchors for Pro Cannabis Media.

Republican-led Bill to Legalize Cannabis Anticipated: Increased Chance of Success?

Jimmy Young — Fri, 12 Nov 2021 11:00:00 -0500

On Weed Talk News this week, can a Republican lead the nation to Federal legalization of cannabis? Freshman Rep. Nancy Mace from South Carolina is making it her personal mission to make a difference by filing a bill that will legalize cannabis on the Federal level, if it gets through the House and the Senate? Jimmy Young talks with Michael Correia the lead lobbyist for the NCIA about its chances, and if a Republican led bill can break the political divide that has stalled all past legalization efforts. Plus Seth Rogen and Sarah Silverman both release videos to make their personal push for legalization. The Harvest Cup returns to Massachusetts and Worcester, the Cannabis Capital of the Bay State. Plus the Green Market Report with Debra Borchardt, Rick Thompson from Michigan, Jessilyn Dolan from Vermont, Phil Adams with the DC Report, Introducing @Cannabis Legalization News Thomas Howard from Illinois, Ron Marshalsea from Massachusetts, and American Cannabis Report's Christopher Smith from California.

What do you guys think? Does this republican Bill have a higher chance of making it through Congress? Let us know what you think in the comments, and please like, share and subscribe !

New York Cannabis Business Gears Up for Legalization at the CWCB Expo

Jimmy Young — Fri, 05 Nov 2021 11:00:00 -0500

Weed Talk News anchored this week by Alaina Pinto, with Jimmy Young on assignment in New York at the 7th annual CWCB Expo where cannabismeansbusiness.com

With New York politicians and new regulators in attendance, thousands of cannabis business enthusiasts and legends like Steve DeAngelo flock to the Javits Convention Center this week for the CWCB Expo. Plus state by state reports on the supply shortage of rolling papers threatening the industry. Debra Borchardt from the Green Market Report joins Jimmy from the floor of the Javits with a special update on Big Marijuana.

Christopher Smith with the California Report. Rick Thompson from Michigan, Ron Marshalsea from Massachusetts, Phil Adams with the DC Report, Jessilyn Dolan from Vermont.'

USPS Bans Shipping Vape Cartridges, New York State Allows First Legal Flower Medicinal Sale

Jimmy Young — Sun, 31 Oct 2021 11:00:00 -0500

The Vape industry took another shipping hit when the USPS stopped shipping vape cartridges and hardware. The state of New York is going to allow cannabis flower to be sold in existing medical dispensaries but the first is Colombia Care in Rochester, New York. The Labor board in that state also changed its policy about cannabis use outside of work hours, and now that will not be just cause for firing employees. Ten Republican congressmen turn towards cannabis legalization. No movement on the US Senate front. Brandon Jones has a story about an arrest in Missouri and why Cannabis as a cash business is still a dangerous way to do business even in legal commerce between states.

The Green Market Report with Debra Borchardts is back. State reports from Vermont with Jessilyn Dolan, Michigan's Rick Thompson, Deon Osburn from Oklahoma, Ron Marshalsea with the Bay State Report and INSA's haul at the High Times Cannabis Cup for Massachusetts. Plus Vote Pro Pot Casts Phil Adams with the DC Report. American Cannabis Report's Christopher Smith with the California report. Jimmy Young from Pro Cannabis Media anchors with Alaina Pinto from Boston, MA

US Senators Ask AG Garland to Reschedule Cannabis

Jimmy Young — Sun, 17 Oct 2021 11:00:00 -0500

On Weed Talk News this week, two US Senators appeal to Attorney General Merrick Garland to deschedule cannabis from the controlled substances act and put a deadline of October 20th on a response. The NBA will not test their players for cannabis this season, an extension of a policy first implemented during the bubble postseason in Orlando last year. Snoop Dog's VC group enters into the European market with an investment in Portugal's first medical licensee. A preview of the tenth annual MJBiz Con coming up in Las Vegas next week with one of their featured speakers, attorney Nick Richards from Greenspoon Marder. Plus state by state reports from California, Oklahoma, Missouri, Michigan, Vermont, DC, and Massachusetts. Anchored by PCM Founder Jimmy Young and introducing Alaina Pinto.

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Social Media Censors Cannabis Companies

Jimmy Young — Wed, 13 Oct 2021 11:00:00 -0500

On Weed Talk News this week, many cannabis companies struggle to find platforms to market on their pages, groups and businesses, and when Facebook, Instagram, and What's App went dark for six hours this week, conspiracy theorists wondered if it was just a technical glitch or a hack? Fred Smith from speedscaling.com in LA shares his own story about how he's able to tiptoe around the social media giant. Major acquisitions in cannabis by MSO's Truelieve, Ayr, The Parent Company, and Curaleaf while the IRS urges the illegal cannabis market to pay their taxes! Huh? Justin Beiber gets into the celebrity cannabis market, and NECANN takes over Atlantic City NJ as that state moves closer to the launch of their adult use market. A law enforcement Republican State Senator from Pennsylvania introduces adult use legalization legislation and we get reaction from the Jewish Sauce Boss, one of the leading cannabis advocates in that state plus state by state roundups coast to coast on Weed Talk News.

MORE Legalization Act Passes House Again!!

Jimmy Young — Wed, 06 Oct 2021 11:00:00 -0500

Weed Talk News from DC to the Bay State where KindTap disrupts the industry by going to market with a legal credit card for the cannabis industry. (That announcement was first made on The Green Rush LIve show -Fridays at 4EST, the nation's live business of cannabis talk show.)Many companies have tried to launch with this business model, but with one of the nation's largest Cannabis Law Firms Burns and Levinson representation, this card is already in Massachusetts dispensaries being introduced to the one of the nation's most vibrant cannabis markets. Coverage of Burns and Levinson's 5th Annual State of the Cannabis Industry, and the birthday of MIchigan legend John Sinclair. Coast to Coast cannabis news with state reports from California, Michigan, Vermont, Illinois, Washington DC, Missouri, and Weed Talk News home state of Massachusetts. Anchored by Jimmy Young, founder of Pro Cannabis Media.

Will Safe Banking Make it Through the Senate This Time?

Jimmy Young — Sat, 25 Sep 2021 11:00:00 -0500

On Weed Talk News this week, the US House attaches Safe Banking to next years defense budget, is this the strategy that can open up the banking industry to the cannabis industry? Cresco Labs makes another medical dispensary acquisition and this time it's in Pennsylvania. New Jersey misses a deadline to start taking legal license applications. A former Fall River Mayor gets sentenced to six years in jail for a weed license for sale bribery scam while in office. A celebration of cannabis in Boston, the Freedom Rally morphs from an act of civil disobedience to a party of the Boston Common. State by state reports from Michigan, Vermont, New York, California, and Massachusetts.

Will Biden Act? The Nations' Mayors Join US Senators calling for Federal Legalization of Cannabis

Jimmy Young — Sat, 18 Sep 2021 11:00:00 -0500

What do the Nation's Mayors, US Senators, Pop Culture and Sports Figures all have in common? All want to see cannabis legalization and all are pressuring President Biden on any kind of cannabis reform, that was one of his campaign promises that has gone largely ignored since gaining the White House. So how's that Cannabis Administration and Opportunity act coming along? We'll hear from the NCIA Director of Government Relations Michael Correia. Weedmaps acquires a Massachusetts based CRM and Marketing platform called Sprout Online targeting a more business to business approach for the publicly traded giant media company. NECANN is back in the cannabis trade show business, and three days of a face to face convention goes smoothly in Boston at the Hynes Auditorium. What's a dispensary destination? When you have to take a drive to see it, we visited the state of the art INSA dispensary in Springfield, MA on Weed Talk News, anchored by Jimmy Young of Pro Cannabis Media.

Federal Legalization Update from Senator Bernie Sanders, plus NECANN is Back In Boston

Jimmy Young — Sat, 11 Sep 2021 11:00:00 -0500

19:00-21:30 On Weed Talk News this week, Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders tells a town meeting in Iowa that progress has made on the legalization of cannabis front, but does he mean among his fellow Senators or state by state?

The largest cannabis convention in the New England area every year is the New England Cannabis Convention or NECANN, now returning to Boston for the first time in two years.

PCM Founder Jimmy Young goes One on one with founder Marc Shepard. Plus Cresco Labs with a major acquisition of a legendary Massachusetts dispensary. More state records are set with weed sales over the summer holidays and a research study from Canada gets prime time coverage on major USA TV news networks.

A local basketball legend and NBA Hall of Famer Paul Pierce reconnects with a now adult college basketball player thanks to the Truth's Hub Craft dispensary roll out.

To catch the rest of our coast-coast news show, tune in! With reports from-

00:00-5:40- Jimmy Young from Pro Cannabis Media on Bernie Sanders Town Meeting in Iowa on progress with legalization of cannabis at the Federal level plus a preview of the return of NECANN

6:00-8:00 Ron Marshalsea with the Massachusetts Report

8:30-10:10 Debra Borchardt from the Green Market Report in Times Square

11:00- 13:25 NORML Regional Executive Director Rick Thompson with the Michigan report

14:00- 15:30 Margo Vesely from Illinois

17:15-19:25 Green Nurse Jessilyn Dolan from Vermont

19:00- 21:30 Phil Adams with the DC Report

22:30-25:20 - NBA Hall of Famer Paul Pierce meets an old fan all grown up at a VIP Hub Craft Event in Boston at Yvonne's

Cannabis Conferences Return to Vegas + Kevin Durant Misses His Shot with Weedmaps

Jimmy Young — Sat, 28 Aug 2021 11:00:00 -0500

Las Vegas is open for the cannabis convention business again, and the first in person Cannabis Conference is a success. PCM Affiliate, Emerald Media's Christina DeGiovanni returns with her impressions and reaction. Kevin Durant has won every championship in professional and olympic basketball but when he announced his intention to help Weedmaps breakdown the weed stigma, he missed his shot. Now people want to hear exactly what is his cannabis story afterall?

Congratulations to Weed Talk News Canna Caster Rick Thompson for being named the Executive Director of the NORML Chapter of his beloved state of Michigan. Tilt Holdings from Massachusetts paves the way for the Shinnecock Indian Nation to get into the adult use cannabis business in New York first. Plus North Carolina's new medical marijuana program clears another Senate committee but that state could have the toughest qualifiers in the nation if passed.

Weed Talk News with Jimmy Young from Pro Cannabis Media.

State Reports from Jessilyn Dolan from Vermont

Massachusetts with Ron Marshalsea

Phil Adams with the DC Report

Christopher Smith with the California Cannabis Report

1/2 of Adults in US Tried Weed, Tilray Bails MedMen Out of Debt: a sign of federal legalization?

Jimmy Young — Sat, 21 Aug 2021 11:00:00 -0500

Check out our video to catch the latest in cannabis news this week! In another major merger and acquisition Canadian Cannabis Giant, Tilray acquires the millions of dollars of debt that MedMen has accrued during a tumultuous few years. Tilray's stock soars, and Green Market Report's Debra Borchardt has the story. The Gallup Pollsters come up with another poll that favors the cannabis lobby with a recent poll that half of adults 21+ have tried cannabis consumption. HighTimes Cannabis Cup 2021 comes to Massachusetts with an opportunity for discounts and reviews of a variety of products at some of the top dispensaries in the Bay State including NETA, INSA, Garden Remedies, Major Bloom, Northeast Alternatives, Pure Oasis, Carolines, Stem Haverhill and others. Jimmy Young interviews High Times Competition guru Mark Kaz. The Last Prisoner Project helps free another cannabis inmate in Michigan, and Rick Thompson has that story. A former California Mayor gets arrested for bribes and Christopher Smith from American Cannabis Report suggests he might want to ask for a special cellmate, another ex-Mayor anmed Jassiel Corriea from Fall River,MA who was convicted of the same crime last year! Plus Happy Munkey and Van Gogh in a New York Interactive exhibit cannabis event at Pier 56 on Weed Talk News.

State reports with Jessilyn Dolan in Vermont

Vote Pro Pot Casts Phil Adams with the DC Report

Ron Marshalsea with the Massachusetts Report

FDA Strikes Down Hemp Based Charlotte's Web! Is Wisconsin the next weed battleground state?

Jimmy Young — Sat, 14 Aug 2021 11:00:00 -0500

Is CBD a dietary supplement? The FDA continues to say no and they are basing their decision because of Epidiolex. Huh? Here's another example of how the Feds are making the hemp industry crazy and CBD continues to flourish in a gray legal area. A Wisconsin state senator tries for the 5th time to battle her Republican congress and files for legalization legislation. A former Trump Cabinet member who blocked any cannabis medicinal reform while serving, is now on the Board of a medical marijuana company in Georgia. All on Weed Talk News with state by state reports from coast to coast.

Jimmy Young from Pro Cannabis Media anchors.

Weed Talk News: US Senate Takes a Step for Veteran Access to Cannabis

Jimmy Young — Sat, 07 Aug 2021 11:00:00 -0500

For the second time in three years, the US Senate appropriations committee adds an amendment to the 2022 budget for VA hospitals that will open the door for cannabis consultation and referrals. Is this another step towards normalization or legalization? We will hear from A Joint Venture's Veteran, Stephen Mandile. Plus the US top Doc says stop locking people up for weed possession, Phil Adams with the DC Report. Louisiana decriminalizes cannabis possession in time for next year's Mardi Gras(s). Montana restricts 99% of marketing tools for that state's new cannabis market. Canopy Growth awards cash bonuses to their management team after a year of restructuring that led to over 220 layoffs and growing and sales closures. Former NFL player creates a company that creates CBD in a lab by using orange peels!

Weed Talk News on PCM TV 24-7 anchored by Pro Cannabis Media's Jimmy Young.

Weed Talk News: The House Stands up for Legal States Cannabis Businesses

Jimmy Young — Sat, 31 Jul 2021 11:00:00 -0500

On Weed Talk News this week, the US House of Representatives looks to protect legal states cannabis businesses from Federal interference, while the Senate fights an uphill battle on the hill for the Cannabis Administrative and Opportunity Act. Two Democrats from Ohio file a legalization bill for adult use for the first time. Illinois's social equity lottery delivers 185 licenses to social equity applicants. The first Illinois cannabis social club opens in Sesser. Michigan dispensary Sozo Health drops it's federal lawsuit against Illinois Governor JB Pritzker. It's time to salute the late Grateful Dead's Jerry Garcia during DAZE Between in a Rex Foundation donation drive, we talk with Cameron Sears, the Executive Director of that non profit. 10 days of activities at dazebetween.com

Cannabis State by state reports from coast to coast on Weed Talk News with Jimmy Young of Pro Cannabis Media.

Weed Talk News: Legalization Reaction from DC to Colorado, Frenchy Cannoli Tribute

Jimmy Young — Sun, 25 Jul 2021 11:00:00 -0500

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The first week of analysis of the Cannabis Administrative and Opportunity Act is lukewarm at best, as most advocates aren't exactly confident that the bipartisan political divide in DC will derail the good intentioned and passionate efforts of Senators Schumer, Booker, and Wyden. We hear from the CEO of one of the largest MSO's in the USA, Frank Knuettel from Unbridled Brands. He's the featured guest on In The Weeds with Debra Borchardt as guest co-host with Jimmy Young.

State reports from Coast to Coast, and two women entrepreneurs meet up in New Jersey to talk about how their beloved dogs love their CBD as Tara Misu visits The Canna Boss Lady's store in Maplewood NJ. Christina DeGiovanni from the Emerald Media Group offers a tribute to a California Hash legend named Frenchy Cannoli who passed away this past week at age 64.

Weed Legalization: One Step Closer? On Weed Talk News

Jimmy Young — Sun, 18 Jul 2021 11:00:00 -0500

On Weed Talk News This week: History is made in Washington DC as Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer from NY, leads NJ's Cory Booker, and Oregon's Ron Wyden introducing a comprehensive decriminalization and social justice bill. A public comment period opens until September 1st for feedback direct to the Finance office of the US Senate. cannabis_reform@finance.senate.gov

Sasha Baron Cohen files suit in US District court in Boston against Massachusetts dispensary Solar Therapeutics for using his image on a billboard on I-195 in the Bay State from April 4-27. A cease and desist letter to Ed Dow, CEO of Solar Therapeutics caused the dispensary to take down the billboard, and Cohen's legal team is seeking 9 million dollars in damages.

Conan O'Brien Breaks His Weed Virginity on Air! On Weed Talk News

Jimmy Young — Sun, 27 Jun 2021 11:00:00 -0500

Conan O'Brien certainly is making his mark on Late Night TV before he ends his 11 year run on TBS. During the last week of his show, guest and friend Seth Rogen provided a joint and Conan took his first hit of weed on live TV! LA Lakers Rookie Alex Caruso gets busted at the airport for carrying on a flower grinder with residue and has to put up $4200 for bond. (Anybody think those numbers are a coincidence?) Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont signs the adult use legalization bill in his state, and the Rhode Island Senate takes the first step towards legalization in the Ocean State. State by State cannabis news roundups on Weed Talk News with Jimmy Young of Pro Cannabis Media.

Connecticut Next to Legalize Weed, Tiger King Starts New Strain & more on Weed Talk News

Jimmy Young — Sun, 20 Jun 2021 12:00:00 -0500

On Weed Talk News this week, once Governor Ned Lamont signs the bill, Connecticut will become the 19th legal cannabis state in the USA. The Tiger King launches a celebrity weed strain from prison. Two US Congressman file a bill to legalize all drugs, 50 years to the day Ex President Nixon started the so called war on drugs. Former Boston Celtics star Paul Pierce enters the cannabis market, and his Truth strain is coming to Massachusetts courtesy of The Hub Craft. Plus State reports from Coast to coast including a new California report from The self proclaimed "Canna Bitch" Jackie Byrant. Michigan with Rick Thompson, Vermont with Jessilyn Dolan, Massachusetts with Ron Marshalsea, Illinois with Margo Vesely, The DC Report with Phil Adams from Vote Pro Pot Cast and The Green Market Report's Debra Borchardt with the latest IPO from a major cannabis brand, Weedmaps. Jimmy Young from Pro Cannabis Media Anchors Weed Talk News.

Sports, Weed and Big Business: Paul Pierce Brings His Weed Brand to MA on Weed Talk News

Jimmy Young — Sun, 13 Jun 2021 11:00:00 -0500

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(Hint: it might have to do with everyone's favorite green plant!)

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Rick Thompson from The Michigan Cannabis Development Group,

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Jessilyn Dolan from Vermont Cannabis Nurses

And Margo Vesely from Illinois NORML.

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Amazon Welcomes Weed Use - Will other retailers follow? On Weed Talk News

Jimmy Young — Sun, 06 Jun 2021 11:00:00 -0500

Amazon is one of the nation's largest retailers in the world featuring hundreds of employees who now will not be suspended for cannabis use. Not only did the retail giant change their employee policy, but they also urged the Federal Government to pass legalization with support of the MORE Act. That bill that passed the US House last year is back and Morgan Fox of the NCIA explains why this bill is more far reaching because it involves the SBA. A US educational report concludes that teen cannabis use is not affected by legality in states. Plus we hear from Trixie Garcia, the daughter of the late Jerry Garcia, and now with Hollistic Industries who chimes in on the move towards normalcy. State Reports from MIchigan with Rick Thompson, The Green Market Report's Debra Borchardt, Margo Vesely from Illinois and Ron Marshalsea with the Massachusetts report. Jimmy Young from Pro Cannabis Media anchors the cannabis news of the week.

Attack on Democracy Over Medical Marijuana on Weed Talk News

Jimmy Young — Sun, 30 May 2021 11:00:00 -0500

At the time of this recording, the MORE Act had not been introduced to the floor of Congress. We will have coverage of that next week. The ghosts of Mississippi rear their ugly heads again as that state's Supreme Court overturns the votes of the people in November and kills the medical marijuana initiative voted in by the populace. Advocates are irate, we talk with one, Dr. Dave Allen. Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont is expecting to sign an adult use legalization of cannabis bill if his legislature wraps up the bill next week. State by State updates from New Jersey, Michigan, Vermont and Washington DC. After two years of working to find a workable host community agreement, Aaron Goines Emerald Turtle is welcome in Wareham, Massachusetts, now paving the way for licensure application. We have reaction. Debra Borchardt's Green Market Report checks in on the fluctuating Cannabis markets, and the Pennsylvania Governor pardons a doctor who did the right thing, and then got arrested for doing it on Weed Talk News with Jimmy Young of Pro Cannabis Media anchors.

Legal Cannabis Sales to Begin in Montana Next Year on Weed Talk News!

Jimmy Young — Fri, 21 May 2021 11:00:00 -0500

On Weed Talk News this week, indictments involving a Colorado cannabis company in a ponzi scheme. Montana's Governor signs the adult use legislation into law, while Alabama introduces its medicinal program, but don't inhale that flower. A former Massachusetts Mayor is guilty of bribes of fraud. Illinois can claim a one billion dollar cannabis market and it's climbing. State by state roundups in New Jersey with Tara Misu, Michigan with Rick Thompson, DC with Phil Adams, Vermont with Jessilyn Dolan and introducing the Bay States own Canna Caster Ron Marshalsea. Weed Talk News anchored by Pro Cannabis Media's Jimmy Young.

Weed Talk News: Latest Weed Legalization Bill Filed by Two House Republicans

Jimmy Young — Fri, 14 May 2021 11:00:00 -0500

A pair of Republican Congressman introduce the latest cannabis legalization bill, but it's missing social justice clauses. So will it make the floor of either house? Called the Common Sense Cannabis Reform for Veterans, Small Businesses, and Medical Professionals Act, it is being co sponsored by two Reps. David Joyce (R-OH), and Don Young (R-AK). Vote Pro Pot Cast Phil Adams has more in the DC report. The biggest deal in cannabis business history as Trulieve acquires Harvest. Green Market Report's Debra Borchardt has the details. MJBiz predicts a weed market of 92 Billion dollars in 2021. Another celebrity weed strain makes it to the East coast. Bertha goes down the road feeling bad, on one more Saturday NIght to listen to Uncle Johns Band, yes Jerry Garcia's hand picked strain finds dispensaries coast to coast. Rick Thompson in Michigan, Tara Misu in New Jersey, NORML's Margo Vesely from Illinois, Jessilyn Dolan has Ben Cohen's social equity initiative in her Vermont report. Jimmy Young from Pro Cannabis Media anchors Weed Talk News.

Weed Talk News: New York Celebrates Weed Legalization with Senator Chuck Schumer

Jimmy Young — Fri, 07 May 2021 11:00:00 -0500

New Yorkers have been celebrating cannabis since 1973, but this year on March 31st, NYC became the 15th state to legalize recreational marijuana. The Big Apple hosted the annual New York City Cannabis Parade & Rally, Steve DeAngelo of the Last Prisoner Project talks about the freedom of publicly "toking" on the streets of New York, US Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer led the cheers in Central Park, and Editor in Chief Debra Borchardt of the Green Market Report was there to get the answers to her questions, iPhone video from the rally credit to friend Stu Zakim, Tommy Chong launches his preroll celebrity brand in Michigan with MKX Brands and shares his thoughts on the alcohol vs. cannabis debate. We salute all the amazing nurses during Nurse Appreciation Week with extra applause to those nurses who continue the fight to end cannabis stigma, and their never-ending mission, to educate and communicate the medicinal and healing of this amazing plant, Sherri Tutkus, RN BSN Mark Worster, and Jessilyn Dolan. Founder Jimmy Young anchors Weed Talk News, with reports from the best and brightest in the cannabis industry, from New York The Green Market Report with Debra Borchardt, Michigan with Rick Thompson, New Jersey with Tara Misu of Blazin' Bakery, Illinois with Margo Vesely from NORML, Washington DC with Phil Adams of Vote Pro Potcast, Vermont, Jessilyn Dolan Vermont Cannabis Nurses, and north of the border with MJBiz Canada reporter Solomon Israel.

Weed Talk News: Million Dollar Weed Bust in Legal NJ!

Jimmy Young — Fri, 30 Apr 2021 11:00:00 -0500

A few ounces of weed might be legal in New Jersey but not hundreds of pounds, as Tara Misu explains in her New Jersey report. Vermont's Green Nurse Jessilyn Dolan has the story of her state banning Delta 8 THC and why that is a good thing. No movement on the Federal legalization front as the SAFE Banking bill can't even get onto the Senate floor. 4-20 sets a buying record for cannabis sales in the USA. Plus the Green Market Report with Debra Borchardt, and state wrap ups from Washington DC, Illinois, Michigan, and north of the border in Canada with MJBiz Canada reporter Solomon Israel.Jimmy Young from Pro Cannabis Media anchors Weed Talk News, the most comprehensive cannabis news roundup on the internet.

Weed Talk News: Cannabis Company? The Taxman Might Be Coming!

Jimmy Young — Fri, 16 Apr 2021 11:00:00 -0500

Have a business in the cannabis space? Well, you might just want to tune in to this weeks Weed Talk News, as the IRS seems to be giving the cannabis business just one more thing to deal with when it comes to compliance. PCM Founder Jimmy Young interviews MJBIZ Daily's John Schroyer on this week's, Weed Talk News.

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Weed Talk News: Which State Just Legalized Weed?

Jimmy Young — Fri, 09 Apr 2021 11:00:00 -0500

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Weed Talk News: New York & New Mexico Legalize Weed!

Jimmy Young — Fri, 02 Apr 2021 11:00:00 -0500

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On Weed Talk News, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo signs the historic legalization of cannabis bill in New York opening adult sales market in the Empire State. Industry executives say that's a game changer, and we hear from Chris Walsh CEO of MJBIZ Daily. New Mexico joins the legalization movement as their Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham follows New York's lead. Reports from New York, Vermont, Michigan, Illinois, and New Jersey as the Green Wave of legalization continues to bring down the walls of cannabis prohibition. All that plus a preview of Michigan's Hash Bash this week with Rick Thompson

Weed Talk News: Legal Weed in New York on Fast Track!

Jimmy Young — Fri, 26 Mar 2021 11:00:00 -0500

New York is on a fast track to legalize cannabis! A heavy tax percentage and an escalating scale for the THC intoxication component in flower and concentrates is already getting panned by the cannabis industry.

This and other stories with our six correspondents in different regions from coast to coast! Hosted by Jimmy Young With Tara Misu, Debra Borchardt, Rick Thompson, Jessilyn Dolan, Phil Adams, Solomon Israel and Margo Veseley.

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Weed Talk News: Is new AG Merrick Garland Good or Bad for Legalization of Weed?

Jimmy Young — Fri, 12 Mar 2021 11:00:00 -0500

March is Women's history month, and some history was written this week, when a woman owned and operated dispensary opens in Boston. It's only the 3rd adult use dispensary that Boston has opened to the public in two and a half years. Seed is more than just a place to buy weed however as they showcase the struggle minorities have faced in entering the cannabis business and the injustices they've faced with unjust incarcerations. Curaleaf enters the European market and Debra Borchardts has that story. Vote Pro Pot Cast's Phil Adams reports from Washington DC on the new Attorney General Merrick Garland and what it might mean for the legalization of cannabis movement. Reports from Vermont, and Michigan on Weed Talk News. Jimmy Young anchors for Pro Cannabis Media.

Weed Talk News : US Sets Weed Sales Record in 2020! Seth Rogen launches Houseplant

Jimmy Young — Fri, 05 Mar 2021 11:00:00 -0500

2020 was a great year for the cannabis industry. Even though the pandemic sent everyone home for long periods of time, the plant was named essential in most legal states during the Covid shut down and want did most people do? PARTY! That's right, more cannabis was sold in the United States legally than in any year before over 17 Billion dollars. Most experts believe this is just the beginning of the cannabis boom, and if the Feds decriminalize possession then the industry will really explode in 2021. You can add Virginia to the list of Adult Use legal states, bringing that total to 16 now even though South Dakota continues' it's legal fight.Phil Adams from Vote Pro Pot Cast has details on that development. Canadian comedian and actor Seth Rogen is bringing his favorite weed strains to California for sale and online orders already crashed his website. Solomon Israel from MJBiz Daily International has the Canadian report. Debra Borchardt from the Green Market report has the latest on merger and acquisitions in the cannabis space while Massachusetts based Mari Med gets a huge infusion of cash from a healthcare company. Weed Talk News expands it's state coverage with reports from Vermont from their Green Nurse Jessilyn Dolan and Tara Misu has the New Jersey report. Jimmy Young from Pro Cannabis Media anchors Weed Talk News from outside of Boston.

Weed Talk News : New Jersey Legalizes Weed, No More Vaping & more

Jimmy Young — Fri, 26 Feb 2021 11:00:00 -0500

Weed Talk News this week covers the historic signing of the New Jersey Law making cannabis legal in the Garden State. Governor Phil Murphy puts his signature on an opportunity to launch a 1 billion dollar industry in his state. Reaction from NJ Advocate Tara Misu from Trailblazin the podcast, and Dan Ulloa from HeadyNJ.com. Debra Borchardt and the Green Market Report has the story of James Patterson the Ex -CEO of EAZE who pleads guilty to bank fraud. The vaping industry in the US could be shut out of all deliveries in the next 30 days. Canada sets another milestone in the Canadian Report with Solomon Israel from MJBiz Daily International. A roundup of state by state legalization efforts in the courts to the legislatures with Jimmy Young of Pro Cannabis Media.

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Weed Talk News: Executive order to expunge cannabis convictions?!

Jimmy Young — Fri, 19 Feb 2021 11:00:00 -0500

On Weed Talk News this week, NBA legend Chris Webber teams up with JW Asset Management to create a 100 million dollar investment fund for social equity. Webber is another example of a professional athlete making a difference for society. Six lobby groups combine their efforts to write to new President Joe Biden asking for an executive order to expunge the records of non-violent cannabis offenders. New Jersey Governor still waiting to sign his state’s new legislation into law, while South Dakota’s ballot question is now heading to that state’s Supreme Court. Is Weed going to be for sale in our nation’s capital after all? California’s fertile ground in Humboldt County bans outdoor growing of legal hemp while their cannabis crop continues to provide 80% of the illegal market in the U.S.

Debra Borchardt’s Green Market Report, Solomon Israel’s Canadian report from MJBiz International’s bureau, and Vote Pro Pot Cast’s, Phil Adams with the DC Report Jimmy Young from Pro Cannabis Media anchors.

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