On the latest episode of The Cannabis Conversation, we speak with Dr. Franjo Grotenhermen, Chairperson at the International Association of Cannabinoid Medicines (IACM). We explore his journey into cannabis medicine, its diverse uses, and the challenges of its regulation. Together, we look at the importance of patient experiences and the need for a balance between clinical trials and real-world experiences. We also examine the risk profile of cannabis, potential side effects,...

On the latest episode of The Cannabis Conversation, we speak with William Muecke of Artemis Growth Partners & Daniel Grözinger of Park Lane Capital. We look at the European Cannabis Industry from an investment perspective, including the benefits of the legal cannabis market in Germany and France, the potential for mergers and acquisitions in Europe, and Will and Daniel’s thoughts on what’s needed to succeed in this sector in the next few years. The Cannabis Conversation is sponsored by...

On the latest episode of The Cannabis Conversation, we’re joined by Mike Roberts, a medical cannabis patient in the UK.  We explore Mike’s journey with cannabis, the potential benefits of incorporating cannabis into cancer treatment plans, and his trailblazing story of becoming the first patient to successfully get his cannabis flower prescription reimbursed by the NHS. The Cannabis Conversation is sponsored by Lumino - a boutique HR and Recruitment Agency specialising in building high...

On the latest episode of The Cannabis Conversation, we’re joined by Robert Jappie of Fieldfisher - a European Law Firm with a strong Life Sciences practice. We explore cannabis regulation in the UK, and overcoming opposition in the industry as well as the wider challenges facing the medical cannabis industry, including political support and lack of research and funding. The Cannabis Conversation is sponsored by Lumino - a boutique HR and Recruitment Agency specialising in building high...

On the latest episode of The Cannabis Conversation, we’re joined by Will Lawn of King’s College London - an internationally renowned university delivering exceptional education and world-leading research. We explore cannabis use disorder, the concept of addiction as a spectrum, as well as the biological underpinnings of cannabis use disorder, potential treatment options, and the link between cannabis and tobacco use. The Cannabis Conversation is sponsored by Lumino - a boutique HR and...

Can the legal cannabis industry provide affordable and high-quality medicine for patients? On the latest episode of The Cannabis Conversation, we’re joined by my good friends, Carly Barton from Cancard - the largest patient advocacy group in Europe - and Alex Fray and Charlie Price GLO - a British medical cannabis company headquartered on the Isle of Man. We explore the importance of community and patient-centred approaches to medical cannabis, as well as controlling the entire supply...

On the latest episode of The Cannabis Conversation, we’re joined by Nicolas Martin & Andreas Becker journalists for DW in Germany, and presenters of the Cannabis Cowboys podcast series. We discuss the Juicy Fields scandal, an investment scam targeting investors in the medical cannabis industry, and what Nicolas and Andreas discovered as they investigated the story. Please check out the Cannabis Cowboys podcast here: DW: https://www.dw.com/en/cannabis-cowboys/program-62614055 Apple:...

On the latest episode of The Cannabis Conversation, we’re joined by Leonid Kotlyar, Co-Founder and Managing Director of DéWarrior Unlimited B.V. - a sustainability-focused managing consulting firm headquartered in The Netherlands. We explore the intersection of sustainability and the cannabis industry, the challenges of applying ESG to the cannabis sector, as well as the differences between the North American and European cannabis industries.  The Cannabis Conversation is sponsored by...

On the latest episode of The Cannabis Conversation, we speak with Luc Richner, CEO of Cannavigia - Europe’s pioneer compliance software for businesses to trace, secure and simplify transactions along the entire cannabis supply chain. We explore Switzerland's approach to cannabis legalisation and the pilot projects they are implementing, the importance of supply chain management as well as the challenges of international movement of cannabis goods.  The Cannabis Conversation is sponsored by...

On the latest episode of The Cannabis Conversation, we’re joined by Nikolaas Faes, a senior research analyst at Bryan, Garnier & Co -  an independent full-service investment bank for European healthcare and technology-led companies and their investors. We discuss the size and potential growth of the European Cannabis market, the different sub-sectors such as CBD and medical cannabis, and the challenges of investing in an industry heavily reliant on regulatory change. The Cannabis...

On the latest episode of The Cannabis Conversation, we’re joined by Jorge Cervantes, Dr. Gary Yates, & Stefan Meyer. We explore some of the different ways to grow cannabis, focusing on seeds, as well as discussing some of their pros and cons, and we discuss the huge commercial trade in seeds. The Cannabis Conversation is sponsored by Lumino - a boutique HR and Recruitment Agency specialising in building high performance teams for the European Cannabis Industry. They work in three main...

On the latest episode of The Cannabis Conversation, we’re joined by Zach Klein, documentary maker and producer of "The Scientist," a film about Professor Raphael Mechoulam.  We pay tribute to the life and work of Professor Mechoulam, a pioneering scientist in the field of cannabis research, also dubbed ‘The Godfather of Cannabis Research’. Prof Mechoulam passed away on March 9, 2023, at the age of 92, leaving behind a legacy that has had a profound impact on the study of cannabinoids and...

On the latest episode of The Cannabis Conversation, we speak with Jeffrey Graham, CEO of Pistil Data - providers of data and analytics to cannabis brands and retailers. We explore cannabis consumer patterns, pricing strategies for retailers, and how the market is evolving, as well as the cannabis industry in North America in general. The Cannabis Conversation is sponsored by Lumino - a boutique HR and Recruitment Agency specialising in building high performance teams for the European...

How effective is CBD oil? On the latest episode of The Cannabis Conversation, we’re joined by Dr Sung Min Pyo - Head of Laboratory - Enabling Pharma Excipients for BASF. A 2018 report from the World Health Organisation (WHO) estimated the bioavailability from oral consumption of CBD to be only 6% (WHO Technical Report Series 1013 - https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789241210225)  We explore the reasons behind this estimate and discuss the bioavailability, absorption, and solubility...

On the latest episode of The Cannabis Conversation, we’re joined by Nick Pateras of Materia and Andrew Bonello of ReLeaf Malta. We discuss Malta’s approach to cannabis, social clubs, home growing in its domestic market as well as how Malta fits into the European cannabis supply chain. The Cannabis Conversation is sponsored by Lumino - a boutique HR and Recruitment Agency specialising in building high performance teams for the European Cannabis Industry. They work in three main verticals:...

On the latest episode of The Cannabis Conversation, we’re joined by Carola Pérez, president of the Observatorio Español de Cannabis Medicinal, and founder of the patient association - dosemociones. We explore what’s happening with medical cannabis in Spain as well as recreational use, and how the social clubs work in Spain. The Cannabis Conversation is sponsored by Lumino - a boutique HR and Recruitment Agency specialising in building high performance teams for the European Cannabis...

On the latest episode of The Cannabis Conversation, we speak with José Lugardo Espejel & Anndrea Hermann from HGrown Consulting - a hemp consultancy focused on Mexico. We explore what’s happening with hemp and the situation of medical cannabis in Mexico, alongside the adult-use scenarios, and how Mexico can play a part in the hemp ecosystem. The Cannabis Conversation is sponsored by Lumino - a boutique HR and Recruitment Agency specialising in building high performance teams for the...

On the latest episode of The Cannabis Conversation, we’re joined by Lukas Hurt, Publisher of Magazine Konopí and Cannabis Therapy Magazine. We explore what’s currently happening in the Czech Republic and the current status of medical cannabis and CBD, as well as recreational legalisation plans, and the Czech Republic and Germany’s future collaboration in furthering these aims. The Cannabis Conversation is sponsored by Lumino - a boutique HR and Recruitment Agency specialising in building...

On the latest episode of The Cannabis Conversation, we speak with Mike Morgan-Giles from the Cannabis Industry Council and Jamie Bartley from the Unyte Group. Together, we explore some of the environmental credentials of hemp, and which sectors hemp can play a sustainable role in, alongside exploring the challenges that exist around its wider adoption, and some of the practical changes needed to promote this. The Cannabis Conversation is sponsored by Lumino - a boutique HR and Recruitment...

How important are THC:CBD ratios? On the latest episode of The Cannabis Conversation, we’re joined by Guillermo Moreno-Sanz, PhD of Khiron Life Sciences Corp - a global provider of cannabis-based medicines and healthcare services. We explore how THC and CBD work on the body individually, our current understanding on how they interact together, and discuss the recent findings of the King's College study on THC and CBD interaction. The Cannabis Conversation is sponsored by Lumino - a boutique...

How can we get the most out of the cannabis plant? On the latest episode of The Cannabis Conversation, we speak with Dr Gavin George, CEO of Puregene AG - a Swiss company specialising in genomics and predictive plant breeding. We explore the potential of cannabis to produce hundreds of different products, including the challenges that come with it. We also explore the process of plant breeding, how much scope the cannabis plant has to evolve, and some of the new technologies needed to...

What’s wrong with the cannabis industry? Joining us again on the latest episode of The Cannabis Conversation is Dr Ethan Russo, Founder of Credo Science -  a novel medical science company. We discuss the prejudice and ignorance against Cannabis, as well as safety monitoring, legalisation and some of the challenges the industry is facing, including a lack of proper funded research in the area. The Cannabis Conversation is sponsored by Lumino - a boutique HR and Recruitment Agency...

In this week’s episode, we’re joined by Mags Houston from Drug Science, Mary Biles (author of The CBD Book), Matt Hughes from MedCan Support, and Hannah Deacon from The Medical Cannabis Clinicians Society to discuss the upcoming UK Patient Conference on 4th Nov in London.  We discuss the importance of patient conferences to patients themselves, parents, and anyone interested in learning more about cannabis-based medicines. The upcoming conference will feature talks from some of the leading...

This week we’re joined by Dr Dani Gordon, Founder and Medical Director of Resilience.Clinic - specialising in the treatment of complex multi-symptom conditions which affect mood, energy, mental function (brain fog), stress, pain, sleep, and digestion. Together, we explore some of the conditions medical cannabis can help with, the non-medical interventions that form part of a holistic health regime, and how medical cannabis can play a part in that. The Cannabis Conversation is sponsored by...