James Krouse, CEO of Flower Power Genetics

Welcome to the Green Rush, a weekly conversation at the intersection of cannabis, psychedelics, the capital markets, and culture, produced by KCSA Podcast Labs. This week, we sat down with Hirsh Jain, Founder of Ananda Strategy. Ananda Strategy is a strategy consultancy advising leading cannabis brands, retailers, technology businesses, and venture capital funds across the United States, Canada, and Western Europe. Ananda Strategy represents many of California’s leading cannabis retailers, helping lead their expansion strategy, competitive licensing efforts, and M&A activity. Ananda also serves operators in the Arizona, Colorado, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nevada, New York, Ohio, and Oregon markets, as well as operators in Canada and Western Europe. Hirsh is Vice Chair of the Cannabis Chamber of Commerce and serves on the boards of NORML California as well as SC Labs, a leading cannabis testing company. He previously held leadership roles at Caliva and MedMen, and worked as the Global Policy Lead at Airbnb, managing public policy in key markets worldwide. Before that, Hirsh was with McKinsey & Company in their Public Sector Practice. Hirsh holds a B.A. in Philosophy from UC Berkeley and a J.D. from Harvard Law School. He has a deep commitment to cannabis law reform, having studied the impacts of the War on Drugs. Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/anandastrategy/ https://twitter.com/anandastrategy  https://www.linkedin.com/in/hirsh-jain-b896b080/  Other Links/Mentions: Ananda Strategy - https://www.anandastrategy.com/ Ohio adult-use cannabis - https://spectrumnews1.com/oh/columbus/news/2024/08/21/adult-use-recreational-marijuana-sales-surge-across-ohio Nebraskans for Medical Marijuana, Crista Egger - https://greenrushpodcast.com/crista-eggers-nebraskans-for-medical-marijuana/  Show Credits: This episode was hosted by Phil Carlson and Anne Donohoe of KCSA Strategic Communications.  Special thanks to our Program Director, Shea Gunther, and Executive Producer, Maria Petsanas. Check out our new podcast Alternatively Speaking where our hosts dive into the advancements and challenges surrounding the pursuit of living longer, healthier lives in our first 10-episode series. Visit https://altspeaking.com. You can learn more about how KCSA can help your cannabis and psychedelic companies by visiting www.kcsa.com or emailing [email protected]. You can also connect with us via our social channels: X: @KCSAPodcastLabs Instagram: @KCSAPodcastLabs LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kcsapodcastlabs/

This summer, the Green Rush team is revisiting our extensive archives, curating a selection of over 300 past episodes. This collection will feature memorable moments, insightful interviews, and some of the team's favorite episodes, providing both new listeners and long-time fans an opportunity to explore or rediscover the best of Green Rush. Stay tuned for the upcoming launch of our new podcast in the fall, "Alternatively Speaking." We’re revisiting our interview with Jim Belushi, actor, musician, comedian, all around entertainer as well as cannabis entrepreneur and the founder of Belushi’s Farms. Jim has long been a household name due to his distinguished acting career but he’s also incredibly active in the cannabis community with a nearly 100 acre farm in the heart of Oregon’s beautiful banana belt, he is out there getting his hands dirty and producing some of the most-talked about cannabis in the state. With brands like Captain Jack, The Blues Brothers and Good Ugly Weed and Belushi’s Secret Stash, Jim Belushi’s cannabis products are quickly becoming the most talked about product line across the state. Jim was gracious enough to sit down with our hot Anne Donohoe and guest host Phil Carlson to talk about his cannabis journey and venture into becoming a cannpreneur. In the discussion, Jim dishes on the role cannabis plays in his life, his work with important advocacy organizations like the Last Prisoner Project and why he loves getting into the dirt and actually taking part in the growing of his own plants. This episode was a real treat and something that we hope all of our listeners can enjoy – we sure did! So don’t sit back, lean forward and enjoy! Jim Belushi, Hollywood Star and Cannabis Entrepreneur It’s been 12 years since Jim first came to Oregon’s Rogue Valley where his dear friend John has a sprawling property along the Rogue River, one town over in Shady Cove. Their children are the same age and attended classes together in California, so the families gathered for many activities over the years. With Jim’s own family’s experience and numerous others marred by opioids and the stigmatization of cannabis, Jim was incredibly grateful to have been led to the Rogue River where he first envisioned Belushi’s Farm and his own part in the agricultural and healing gift of cannabis. A proud Chicagoan, Jim graduated from Southern Illinois University with a degree in Speech, Education and Theatre before moving on to become a resident member of Chicago’s famed Second City for three years. In 1979, he left for Los Angeles, where he was cast on TV, launching his career as a performer. In addition to starring in a diverse and remarkable list of television and film— movies from Trading Places to Wonder Wheel, working with famed directors like Oliver Stone, Roman Polanski, David Lynch and Michael Mann—Jim wrote and appeared in Saturday Night Live for two seasons. He’s also served as an executive producer, music composer, director, book author, and Broadway star. His own television show According to Jim aired for 182 episodes during eight seasons before the family favorite launched into off-net syndication in 2007. Locally, Jim is actively engaged in several projects benefiting the communities surrounding Belushi’s Farm in Jackson County, Oregon. In Medford, Jim is helping reconstruct the historic Holly Theater to bring the 1930s Spanish Colonial movie palace back to life as Southern Oregon’s largest indoor concert venue. In Eagle Point, Jim’s assisting with the reconstruction of The Butte Creek Mill, destroyed in a 2016 electrical fire, to preserve its heritage, build community, and improve the environment. In Los Angeles, Jim’s a benefactor of the Greater Los Angeles Veterans Administration, and Stuart House, a program of the Santa Monica-UCLA Medical Center Rape Treatment Center. Jim’s also a supporter of The Joyful Heart Foundation in New York City, whose mission is transforming society’s response to se...

Welcome to the Green Rush, a weekly conversation at the intersection of cannabis, psychedelics, the capital markets, and culture, produced by KCSA Strategic Communications. This week, we sat down with Tyler Beuerlein. Tyler is Chief Strategic Business Development Officer of Safe Harbor Financial, leveraging his extensive experience in building brands, managing key relationships, and strategic partnerships. Tyler has been at the forefront of the cannabis industry for over eight years and touches Financial Institutions, Government Officials, Regulatory Bodies, and the State Legal Cannabis industry.  Prior to working at Safe Harbor, Tyler served as the Chief Revenue Officer and Chief Business Development Officer for Hypur Ventures and is the former Chairman of the National Cannabis Industry Association Banking and Financial Services Committee. Additionally, Tyler was appointed to serve on both the Marijuana Business Daily’s Advisory Board and ATACH Cannabis Beverage Council and is also a member of the Forbes Business Development Council. Formerly, Beuerlein founded and managed a large beverage company and was a professional athlete in the New York Mets organization. Social Media: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyler-beuerlein/ Other Links/Mentions: https://shfinancial.org/ Show Credits: This episode was hosted by Anne Donohoe of KCSA Strategic Communications.  Special thanks to our Program Director, Shea Gunther. You can learn more about how KCSA can help your cannabis and psychedelic companies by visiting www.kcsa.com or emailing [email protected]. You can also connect with us via our social channels: X: @KCSAPodcastLabs Instagram: @KCSAPodcastLabs LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kcsapodcastlabs/

Andrew has been closely following the efforts of organizations like MAPS (Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies) and Lykos Therapeutics as they pioneer the use of MDMA-assisted therapy for treating PTSD. Recently, the FDA delivered a surprising and disappointing decision, declining to approve MDMA-assisted therapy despite promising clinical data and asking the company to conduct an additional Phase 3 Study. This ruling has sent shockwaves through the field of psychedelic medicine, especially for those who had high hopes that MDMA would become the first federally regulated psychedelic treatment. In our conversation today, Andrew will share his insights on the FDA's decision, the implications for Lykos Therapeutics, and what this means for the future of psychedelic therapies. We’ll delve into the challenges faced by Lykos, including the FDA’s request for an additional clinical trial, which could add years and significant costs to the approval process. We’ll also explore the broader context of this decision—how it affects the momentum of the psychedelic medicine movement, the reaction from supporters and critics alike, and the potential shifts in strategy as the industry continues to navigate regulatory hurdles. For those interested in the intersection of health, science, and business, this discussion promises to be both timely and insightful. So, without further ado, let’s dive into our conversation with Andrew Jacobs. Link to Andrew's New York Times bio: https://www.nytimes.com/by/andrew-jacobs Social Media: X: @AndrewJacobsNYT Other Links/Mentions: F.D.A. Declines to Approve MDMA Therapy, Seeking More Study What Is MDMA Therapy and What Are Its Risks? A Psychedelics Reporter With a Changing Perspective Show Credits: This episode was hosted by Lewis Goldberg and Anne Donohoe of KCSA Strategic Communications. Special thanks to our Program Director, Shea Gunther. You can learn more about how KCSA can help your cannabis and psychedelic companies by visiting www.kcsa.com or emailing [email protected]. You can also connect with us via our social channels: X: @KCSAPodcastLabs Instagram: @KCSAPodcastLabs LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kcsapodcastlabs/

This summer, the Green Rush team is revisiting our extensive archives, curating a selection of over 300 past episodes. This collection will feature memorable moments, insightful interviews, and some of the team's favorite episodes, providing both new listeners and long-time fans an opportunity to explore or rediscover the best of Green Rush. Stay tuned for the upcoming launch of our new podcast in the fall, "Alternatively Speaking." This week our host Anne Donohoe is joined by the incomparable Betty Aldworth, Director of Communications and Marketing for MAPS. An activist and advocate since her first anti-nukes demonstration as a pre-teen, Betty has spent the last two decades as one of the leading voices around restorative justice and drug policy reform advocating for safety, justice and education within the cannabis and psychedelics industries. In this conversation Anne sat down with Betty to discuss why advocacy for marginalized groups is a core part of who she is, the important intersection of marketing and messaging that shapes these industries, what types of reform she would implement if she were Biden’s Drug Czar and what’s coming down the pipeline at MAPS. And as a special treat, this discussion included our first ever surprise call-in where a special guest phoned into our recording to ask Betty some additional questions about her work! So sit back and enjoy our conversation with Betty Aldworth, Director of Communications and Marketing at MAPS. Links and mentions in the show: https://maps.org/ https://psychedelicscience.org/  Links to the guest’s company and social media accounts: Betty Aldworth’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bettyaldworth/ Betty Aldworth’s Website: https://bettyaldworth.com/ Betty Aldworth’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bettyaldworth/  Show Credits: This episode was hosted by Anne Donohoe of KCSA Strategic Communications. Special thanks to our Program Director, Shea Gunther and Producer, Maria Petsanas. You can learn more about how KCSA can help your cannabis and psychedelic companies by visiting www.kcsa.com or emailing [email protected]. You can also connect with us via our social channels: X: @KCSAPodcastLabs Instagram: @KCSAPodcastLabs LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kcsapodcastlabs/

Welcome to the Green Rush, a KCSA Strategic Communications Production, a weekly conversation at the intersection of cannabis, psychedelics, the capital markets, and culture. This week, we’re back with a new special episode featuring Crista Eggers, a Nebraska Medical Cannabis Advocate and Ballot Initiative Campaign Manager, who has been passionately fighting for over five years for access to medical cannabis in Nebraska. Crista was the driving force behind the successful statewide effort to place a pair of statutory medical cannabis initiatives on the November 2024 ballot. So don't sit back, lean forward, and enjoy! Social Media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/crista-eggers-142547221/  Other Links/Mentions: Nebraskans for Medical Marijuana website: https://nebraskamarijuana.org/ Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/nemj Shop: https://www.bonfire.com/store/nebraskamarijuana/ Show Credits: This episode was hosted by Lewis Goldberg of KCSA Strategic Communications. Special thanks to our Program Director, Shea Gunther. You can learn more about how KCSA can help your cannabis and psychedelic companies by visiting www.kcsa.com or emailing [email protected]. You can also connect with us via our social channels: X: @KCSAPodcastLabs Instagram: @KCSAPodcastLabs LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kcsapodcastlabs/

This summer, we are revisiting our extensive archives, curating a selection from over 300 past episodes. This collection will feature memorable moments, insightful interviews, and some of the team's favorite episodes, providing new listeners and long-time fans an opportunity to explore or rediscover the best of  Green Rush. Stay tuned for the upcoming launch of our new podcast in the fall, "Alternatively Speaking." This week, we're bringing back our conversation with Emmy-winning Writer, Producer, and Director Donick Cary. Well known in the television and film industry for his work on shows like The David Letterman Show, The Simpsons, Silicon Valley, and Parks and Recreation, Donick is also the writer and director of the Netflix hit, Have a Good Trip. This documentary mixes comedy with a thorough investigation of psychedelics, exploring the pros, cons, science, history, future, pop cultural impact, and cosmic possibilities of hallucinogens. It also includes some of the best psychedelic trip stories from celebrities like Sting, Sarah Silverman, Ben Stiller, A$AP Rocky, and the late greats Carrie Fisher and Anthony Bourdain. Our host Lewis sat down with Donick to discuss his film in greater depth, including what drew his attention to psychedelics, his inspiration for developing a documentary around stories of psychedelic trips (and how he sold that idea to Netflix), his own introduction to psychedelics, and whether he’s turned to psychedelics to help deal with the anxiety caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Donick is one of the most talented writers in Hollywood, and it was a real treat to have him join us to discuss his journey. So don't sit back, lean forward, and enjoy! About Filmmaker and Writer Donick Cary: Emmy-winning Writer, Producer, and Director Donick Cary got his start writing for Late Night with David Letterman. He continued writing for Dave at The Academy Awards (but not the Oprah-Uma joke) and served as both Head Writer and "The Guy in the Bear Suit" on Late Show with David Letterman. After five years in late night, Cary moved to The Simpsons, where he served as a Co-Executive Producer for seasons seven through eleven, winning an Emmy and penning many memorable episodes including “D’oh-in in The Wind,” “In Marge We Trust” (Mr. Sparkle), and “Hell Toupee” (Homer gets the hair transplants of a killer). Social Media: Donick’s IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0142620/ Donick’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donick-cary-3802439/ Donick’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/Donick Donick’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/donickcary/ Donick’s website: https://donickcary.com/ Other Links/Mentions: Have a Good Trip: https://www.netflix.com/title/80231917 Good Trip Merch: https://www.haveagoodtrip.shop/ Show Credits: This episode was hosted by Lewis Goldberg of KCSA Strategic Communications. Special thanks to our Program Director, Shea Gunther. You can learn more about how KCSA can help your cannabis and psychedelic companies by visiting www.kcsa.com or emailing [email protected]. You can also connect with us via our social channels: X: @KCSAPodcastLabs Instagram: @KCSAPodcastLabs LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kcsapodcastlabs/

Overview: In this episode of The Green Rush, Anne Donohoe and Lewis Goldberg sit down with Jarrett Annenberg, Senior Vice President and Head of Investments at NewLake Capital Partners, to explore the complexities and opportunities in cannabis real estate. Jarrett shares insights into the challenges and strategies of navigating the cannabis industry, the impact of the potential rescheduling of cannabis, and the future of cannabis real estate investments. NewLake Capital Partners (OTCQX: NLCP) is an internally managed real estate investment trust (REIT) that has invested and committed about $445 million in capital to state-licensed cannabis operators across 12 states. As co-founder of NewLake, Jarrett spearheads portfolio management, capital raising, and overall operations for the company’s 32 properties spanning 1.7 million square feet. NewLake Links and Socials: NewLake’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/newlake/  NewLake’s X: https://twitter.com/NewLakeCapital Jarrett’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jarrett-annenberg-8584474/ --- Show Credits: This episode was hosted by Lewis Goldberg and Anne Donohoe of KCSA Strategic Communications. Special thanks to our Program Director, Shea Gunther. You can learn more about how KCSA can help your cannabis and psychedelic companies by visiting www.kcsa.com or emailing [email protected]. You can also connect with us via our social channels: X: @KCSAPodcastLabs Instagram: @KCSAPodcastLabs LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kcsapodcastlabs/  ---  Show Notes: Introduction to Jarrett Annenberg and NewLake Capital Partners (01:36 - 03:03) Jarrett Annenberg discusses his background in real estate and how he joined NewLake Capital Partners. Overview of NewLake Capital Partners' focus on cannabis real estate through sale-leaseback transactions. Challenges in Cannabis Real Estate (09:20 - 10:08) The difficulties faced by cannabis businesses due to federal illegality and its impact on funding and operations. Comparison between cannabis real estate and other real estate sectors. Impact of Potential Rescheduling of Cannabis (16:56 - 18:15) Discussion on how the rescheduling of cannabis to Schedule III could positively affect NewLake's business. Improvements in tenant credit quality and cash flow as a result of changes in tax laws. The Future of Cannabis Real Estate (19:10 - 21:09) Jarrett explains NewLake's conservative underwriting approach and focus on long-term growth. Anticipated changes and opportunities in the cannabis real estate market. State-Specific Opportunities and Challenges (32:01 - 33:36) Analysis of various states' cannabis markets, highlighting successful and challenging markets. Factors contributing to the success of states like Missouri and the difficulties faced in states like New York. Public vs. Private Cannabis Companies (36:01 - 37:36) Pros and cons of public versus private cannabis companies. Jarrett's perspective on who will dominate the market in the future. Closing Remarks and Future Prospects (42:13 - 43:19) Jarrett shares his optimism for the future of the cannabis industry and the expected tailwinds. Final thoughts on the importance of institutional and regulatory support for the industry's growth. Key Takeaways: Introduction to Jarrett Annenberg: Insights into Jarrett’s background and his role at NewLake Capital Partners. Challenges in Cannabis Real Estate: Exploration of the unique challenges faced by the cannabis real estate sector. Impact of Rescheduling: Potential benefits of cannabis rescheduling on NewLake's business model and tenant stability. Forbes: House Lawmakers Vote To Block Federal Marijuana Rescheduling State-Specific Analysis: Success stories and challenges from different state markets in the cannabis industry. Public vs.

Welcome to the Green Rush, a KCSA Strategic Communications Production, a weekly conversation at the intersection of cannabis, psychedelics, the capital markets, and culture. This week, Anne Donohoe sat down with James Krouse, CEO of Flower Power Genetics, to talk about how his company is working to preserve and reintroduce the best purebred medicinal cannabis strains into the marketplace. James walked our host through his past 30 years of work including how he has painstakingly researched, collected and preserved original Nevil medical seeds, dating back to the golden age of cannabis in the late 1980s and 1990s. James also touches on the medicinal benefits of these original strains, feedback he’s received from the industry and how rescheduling will allow for more research opportunities for his group.  If you are interested in learning more about James or Flower Power, you can follow them across social channels and visit the links found in our show notes.  So, sit back and enjoy our conversation with James Krouse, CEO of Flower Power Genetics.  Links, mentions, and socials: Flower Power Website: https://flowerpowergenetics.com/ James’ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-krouse-fpg/  Utility Patent Announcement: https://mgmagazine.com/press-releases/flower-power-genetics-secures-pending-utility-patent-for-hybrid-adam/  Show Credits: This episode was hosted by Anne Donohoe of KCSA Strategic Communications.  Special thanks to our Program Director, Shea Gunther. You can learn more about how KCSA can help your cannabis and psychedelic companies by visiting www.kcsa.com or emailing [email protected]. You can also connect with us via our social channels: X: @The_GreenRush Instagram: @thegreenrush_podcast LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/thegreenrushpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/TheGreenRushPodcast  YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCuEQkvdjpUnPyhF59wxseqw?disable_polymer=true

Welcome to the Green Rush, a KCSA Strategic Communications Production, a weekly conversation at the intersection of cannabis, psychedelics, the capital markets, and culture. This week, Anne Donohoe sat down with Gibran Washington, CEO of ETHOS Cannabis, a medical forward multi-state operator with operations in Pennsylvania, Massachusetts and Ohio.   In today’s conversation, Gibran opens up to Anne about his journey from corporate America to cannabis and how life lessons learned at a young age from his mother and father shaped his leadership style. Gibran also shares details about ETHOS’ unique relationship with Thomas Jefferson University to study cannabis’ effect on various conditions including anxiety, insomnia and depression; his thoughts on the potential benefits of rescheduling; and how ETHOS is preparing for the opening up of Ohio’s adult use marketplace.   If you are interested in learning more about Gibran or ETHOS Cannabis, visit the links in our show notes. Also, be sure to follow Gibran and ETHOS across all social platforms. So, sit back and enjoy our conversation with Gibran Washington of ETHOS Cannabis.  Links, mentions, and socials: ETHOS Website: https://ethoscannabis.com/  ETHOS-TJU Research Programs: https://ethoscannabis.com/research/  ETHOS Twitter: https://x.com/Ethos_USA  ETHOS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ethos.usa/  ETHOS LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ethos-dispensary/  Gibran’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gibran-washington-25056482/  Show Credits: This episode was hosted by Anne Donohoe of KCSA Strategic Communications.  Special thanks to our Program Director, Shea Gunther. You can learn more about how KCSA can help your cannabis and psychedelic companies by visiting www.kcsa.com or emailing [email protected]. You can also connect with us via our social channels: X: @The_GreenRush Instagram: @thegreenrush_podcast LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/thegreenrushpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/TheGreenRushPodcast  YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCuEQkvdjpUnPyhF59wxseqw?disable_polymer=true