In this episode of The NBR Podcast with Simon Shepherd: Has the green gold rush eventually arrived? The medicinal cannabis industry has struggled ever since it was created but now there's optimism. The stigma around cannabis is down while domestic sales are up. Now, with export regulations also relaxed, can New Zealand green take on the world? Timestamps below: (02:27) - Is it a real medical need, or is it a recreational need dressed up as a medical need? (04:28) - So the word stigma, does that still apply? (08:35) - What percentage of the market do you think medleaf has?  For more independent journalism, and to get early access to the podcast, subscribe to NBR.co.nz. Links to audio clips used here.