Best Cannabis Marketplace Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 8: Breaking Through the Challenges of Banking for Cannabis Regulated Businesses 52:27

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In this episode of 'Under the Microscope,' host Jenny Germano discusses the nuances of banking for Cannabis Regulated Businesses (CRBs) with Erin O'Donnell and Michael Beird from the Association for Cannabis Banking. This episode explores the history, challenges, and future of cannabis banking. Learn about federal restrictions, compliance requireme…

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Rust Belt Revival: Shaping An NA Community In Cleveland 38:20

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An underrated foodie town with a mosaic of tastes meticulously crafted in Cleveland's diverse neighborhoods, thanks to a couple of local innovators it's also a city that now supports a burgeoning non-alcoholic scene. On the heels of our visit to nearby Pittsburgh we sit down with Molly Cheraso, owner of the city's first and only non-alcoholic bottl…

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Crafting An NA Beer Marketplace Powered By Community 26:47

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Drinking craft beer is communal, a ritual meant to be shared amongst friends and family members. It is also often local, built around a shared community based on geography or shared interests. In today's bonus episode, we sit down with Mark Ruf and Tyler Keough, founders of the NA Beer Market, a new addition borne from the same platform that create…

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Ep. 7: An Inside Look at Cannabis Policy | What Operators Need to Know 56:09

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🎙In this episode of Under the Microscope, host Jenny Germano discusses cannabis policy and operations with guest Jordan Wellington from Strategies 64. The conversation delves into Jordan's extensive background in cannabis legislation and regulation. He shares his journey from New Jersey to Colorado, where he played a pivotal role in implementing Am…

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Zero-Proof Pittsburgh: Part II 31:01

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Who said local breweries can't do an NA beer profitably? And how did Pittsburgh wind-up with so much happening in the local non-alcoholic scene? In this Part II of our two-part series from the Steel City, we finish our interview with The Open Road's Mel Babitz, and the Loaded Food Group's Katrina Tomacchio (also known as The Northeast Ginger on IG)…

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Ep. 6: Licensing and Launching Cannabis Cultivation Facilities in Emerging Markets 58:22

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In this episode of 'Under the Microscope,' host Jenny Germano dives into the complexities of licensing and launching cannabis cultivation facilities in emerging markets. Joined by industry veterans Stuart Ware and Matt Best from Joywave Consulting, share their extensive backgrounds in the cannabis industry and offer an integral approach into common…

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Zero-Proof Pittsburgh: Part I 24:46

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Nearly a year removed from our first visit, we return to the Steel City in the new location (and future lounge) of the longest-running non-alcoholic specialty retailer in the country, The Open Road. With so much happening in the local NA scene, we split our visit into a two-part episode. In Part I, we include much of our interview with The Open Roa…

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Ep. 5: Building a Strong Team in the Cannabis Industry | Overcoming the Common Challenges 46:51

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Join host Jenny Germano on 'Under the Microscope' as she delves into the intricacies of building a successful team in the regulated cannabis market. Drawing from her extensive experience since 2009 in vertically integrated cannabis operations and a decade of consulting, Jenny discusses key factors behind the success and failures of cannabis busines…

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Ep. 4: Cannabis Operator Series | Fireside Chat with Dan Koogler 46:50

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In this episode of Under the Microscope, host Jenny Germano launches the Podcasts Cannabis Operator Series, and fireside chat with Dan Koogler from TS Labs. They discuss Dan's journey from the military to the cannabis industry, detailing his experiences with navigating cannabis operations and ownership. Dan shares insights into building a successfu…

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Takeaways From The Craft Brewers Conference and BrewExpo 16:55

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Is the craft brewing industry in serious decline, or just in a state of transition to what it may look like tomorrow? We traveled to Indianapolis for the 2025 Craft Brewers Conference and BrewExpo to get answers to that, as well as to better understand the broader landscape of beverages, including THC and non-alcoholic beer. Interviewed in this epi…

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Ep. 3: Navigating the Complex Insurance Landscape for Cannabis Operators 44:04

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In this episode of 'Under the Microscope', host Jenny Germano, a seasoned cannabis consultant, welcomes Alex Hearding from Red Wolf Risk to discuss the intricacies of insurance in the cannabis industry. With over a decade of experience in cannabis operations and insurance risk management, Alex provides an in-depth look at various insurance types, t…

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Building A World-Class Bitters Brand Through Community 41:04

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After a hospitality career that included stops at some of the most exclusive brands in hospitality, Ian Blessing is no stranger to world-class food and beverage experiences. In this episode, we sit down to talk about how he and his wife, Carly, have built a unique, handcrafted product set around non-alcoholic bitters, a category that lends itself p…

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Ep. 2: How to Properly Structure a Regulated Cannabis Business | A Legal Roadmap 55:54

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In this episode of 'Under the Microscope with Jenny,' host Jenny Germano welcomes Rachael Ardanuy Esq., a cannabis attorney with over a decade of experience in the industry. Together, they discuss how to properly structure a regulated cannabis business, covering key topics such as the importance of legal contracts, real estate considerations, intel…

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Ep. 1: Getting Ready to Get Ready | Becoming an Operator in the Cannabis Industry 40:12

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Ep. 1: Getting Ready to Get Ready | Becoming an Operator in the Cannabis Industry In the premiere episode of Under the Microscope Podcast, host Jenny Germano explores the initial steps prospective cannabis operators need to take to launch a successful business. Drawing from over a decade of experience in the cannabis industry, Jenny discusses essen…

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Unlocking Hemp's Potential In A Shifting Landscape 33:27

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It's been quite a year in the U.S. hemp market, which is still just getting started. The explosion of hemp-derived THC/CBD beverages has, not surprisingly, collided with regulations that have come fast and furious at the state level. In an effort to make sense of it all we sat down with David Spang, Founder of Coastal Green Wellness, a hemp/CBD ret…

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Money Mark (Beastie Boys) / Reese Turner (Content Creator) on Fannazine 2:22:18

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ITW20: On this week's Fannazine we dig into the @getintotheweeds' archive to bring you Ben Rispin (The Video Dead Rules, Saint Alvia Cartel), Efrem Schulz (Death By Stereo) and Bubba Nicholson's interview with Money Mark of Beastie Boys. Originally recorded in the fall of 2018. The @getintotheweeds gang chat all things Beastie Boys, Money Mark and …

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Little Beer V: Celebrating Low-Gravity Drinking 14:09

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Craft beer's evolution includes a spectrum of new and mindful choices. This episode captures the vibrant atmosphere of the fifth installment of Little Beer, a festival held in Duluth, Georgia celebrating lower-gravity brews such as English Ales and Lagers. In this bonus episode we chat with industry leaders there who understand the need for a full …

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From Kentucky Bourbon Country To Your Home Bar: The Spiritless Story 24:57

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The origin story of Spiritless begins deep in Kentucky Bourbon country, where the trio of co-founders initially bought large quantities of Old Forester at their local Total Wine, while enlisting the services of a sump pump to help power their early experiments. Alongside her two other co-founders, Lauren Chitwood's brand journey dates back to befor…

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Eddie Spaghetti (The Supersuckers) / Brandon Bliss (Monster Truck) - FANNAZINE 43:42

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ITW19: This week host Ben Rispin (@getintotheweeds) welcomes Eddie Spaghetti of legendary "Cow-Punk" pioneers The Supersuckers and Producer, Gilded Tooth Records Founder, and folk singer Brandon Bliss of Monster Truck. The ITW Podcast Network is happy to host the pilot episode of FANNAZINE hosted by Ben Rispin of @getintotheweeds. FANNAZINE is a ne…

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The Mindful Merlot: Navigating Low And No Alcohol Wines 33:15

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While the non-alcoholic beverage space is booming, the low and no-alcohol wine category has had its own unique set of challenges. This episode features an in-depth conversation with Brandon Joldersma, CEO of Surely, and the Founder/CEO of Arlow, two brands at the forefront of this emerging space. In our discussion Brandon shares his candid thoughts…

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Brad Sundberg (Michael Jackson) - FANNAZINE (Pilot Episode) 44:43

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ITW18: PILOT EPISODE! The ITW Podcast Network is happy to host the pilot episode of FANNAZINE hosted by Ben Rispin of @getintotheweeds. FANNAZINE will host a variety of guests from all walks of life. On the pilot episode, Ben welcomes frequent collaborators Roman Marcone, owner of Halo Studios in Hamilton, and Producer-Musician Danny Smart as they'…

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Bridging The Cannabis Divide Toward A Sustainable Future 38:41

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While the hemp-fueled THC beverage category may be just getting started, it's been a more complicated path for an over-arching industry still waiting on perceptions and legislation to catch-up with consumer preferences. Today's episode features a sit down with Ricardo Baca, named one of the 7 Most Powerful People In America's Marijuana Industry, an…

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Lowcountry Dry Fest: Redefining Wellness & Community 19:13

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As mindfulness and moderation in drinking continues to become a bigger thing, so too are festivals that celebrate discovery in the non-alcoholic world, along with finding holistic wellness and community. In this bonus episode we recap our visit to Bluffton, South Carolina for the first-ever Lowcountry Dry Fest. Hear from the three principals behind…

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Built To Last: Athletic Brewing's Foundation Of Quality And Culture 38:36

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While Athletic Brewing may today be known as one of the fastest-growing breweries the craft beer industry has ever seen, its origins were more deliberate and intentional, with a rollout strategy that stayed local for as long as possible. Bill Shufelt's founder story goes back nearly a decade, and in those early years he carefully constructed a foun…

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Branding and Bootstrapping: The Story of Busty Lush 35:51

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Entrepreneurial from a young age, Busty Lush founder Laurel Harrop has always been open to trying something new. Little did she know when starting a successful lighting recycling business that her next venture would involve creating a stylish icon of the non-alcoholic drinking movement. In our conversation, we talk with Laurel about a number of top…

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From Road To Retail, The Story Of Wynk 29:35

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How many beverage companies started by making their product in a 53' tractor trailer that traveled the country? That was the question we asked ourselves upon hearing the origin story of the Wynk THC-infused seltzer brand, which initially competed in the state-by-state regulated cannabis industry. In our conversation with co-founder and CEO Angus Ri…

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Crafting The Perfect Cannabis Cocktail 41:51

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In a category still getting its footing in the consumer consciousness, creating a perfectly flavored cocktail infused with THC/CBD is a task with many layers to it. So explains today's guest, Ben Kennedy, who along with his wife Kristen founded Fable Libations, a Denver-based brand in the growing hemp-derived beverage space. In our conversation Ben…

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Asheville's NoLo Charts A Sobering Climb From Helene's Devastation 31:59

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How can a mountain town, hundreds of miles from the ocean, be expected to defend itself from a major hurricane? That's what the residents of Asheville, North Carolina and the surrounding Blue Ridge mountains had to be asking themselves on Friday, September 27th, the day Hurricane Helene took a devastating path through the region. In this episode we…

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ITW17: HOLLYWOOD UNDEAD on the best of ITW (FULL INTERVIEW) @getintotheweeds 1:04:56

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On this episode of The Best Of ITW Podcast Ben and Efrem sit down in the Hollywood Hills with emo-rap-metal pioneers Jorel Decker and Funny Man of Hollywood Undead. they discuss Hollywood Undead's history growing up in LA and Hollywood, Jorel's business endeavors, and make fun of Ben for being Canadian. Hollywood Undead just released a new album ca…

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Cannabis Beverages: Growing A House Of Brands 30:08

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Cannabis beverages have exploded in the market, not coincidentally just as consumer preferences seem to be shifting away from alcohol. In today's episode we're joined by Lehua Brands CEO Sierra Elaina, herself a veteran of the alcohol industry having formerly held key leadership roles in sales and marketing for Diageo. In our conversation we talk a…

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From Hops To Hemp: A Craft Beer Pioneer 57:19

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If you've enjoyed an American craft beer over the last few decades, you've benefited from the efforts of our guest today. Keith Villa founded Blue Moon Brewing Company for Miller Coors back in 1995, which would of course become an iconic brand that helped usher in a new era of craft beer that we know today. His trailblazing efforts in craft beer di…

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The Past, Present & Future of Non-Alc 55:16

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The state of the (NA category) is strong, and getting stronger. Today's episode has a bit of a "state of the industry" feel to it, as I'm joined by Laura Silverman, founder of Zero Proof Nation, one of the most authentic voices in the non-alcoholic beverage movement. In our conversation we first talk about her advocacy in the space, and how much ha…

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Hop Politics: The Evolving Business Of Beer 34:37

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"The good news for beer is beer is a non-partisan issue." So proclaims this week's podcast guest, Brian Crawford, President and CEO of The Beer Institute, a Washington DC based trade association representing the interests of the industry primarily at the federal level. In our conversation we talk about the growth of non-alcoholic beer, including ho…

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Crafting A Non-Alcoholic Brewery For The Long Haul 31:56

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The phrase, "slow and steady wins the race" could easily apply to Portland, Maine's Kit NA Brewing. In a category largely defined by rapid growth and headlines around the ramifications of younger consumers not drinking like their older counterparts, this New England brewery has set out to build a brand that's built to last, with a focus on the prod…

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Creating A Dad-Powered Moderation Movement 24:33

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It all started with two forty-something friends exchanging texts, and suddenly realizing they both were mixing NAs with full-strength beers for a blended ABV at the same time. In our latest podcast episode, we chat with Dad Strength Brewing co-founder Ryan Kutscher on defining a new NA-adjacent category of low-alcohol beers, how NA played a role in…

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Building An NA Brand Through Partnerships & Community 34:39

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Ted Fleming has been in the adult non-alcoholic beverage category since 2013, before many were even thinking about it. He founded Partake Brewing in 2017, but four years prior had launched one of the world's first online non-alcoholic e-commerce stores. Since that time, he has steered the Partake brand through an accelerated period of growth, and m…

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The Science Behind The Suds: Pulling Back The Curtain On A Nascent Industry 41:39

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Non-Alcoholic beer is basking in the glow of incredible growth and significant improvements in quality and taste, but challenges that could threaten its trajectory remain. In our most technical episode to date we're re-joined by Reducaholic's Tyler McMahon, who helps us break down some of the most important questions facing the young category, such…

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Forging An Inclusive And Sustainable NA Community In The Steel City 45:05

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We travel to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania for this episode, and sit down with the co-owner of Two Frays Brewery, Mike Onofray, and the owner of The Open Road, Mel Babitz. The two businesses have forged a partnership with a series of unique collaborations that have helped bring non-alcoholic beer and beverages to their Pittsburgh community. In our conve…

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ITW16: Greg Hetson of Circle Jerks, Bad Religion, Redd Kross and Punk Rock Karaoke (@getintotheweeds) 1:13:14

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Efrem, Ben and Bubba welcome punk legend Greg Hetson of Circle Jerks, Bad Religion, Redd Kross, and Punk Rock Karaoke. Greg talks about life after partying, the formation of the Circle Jerks, his early days as a punk and so, so much more. What a trip. This episode was originally recorded in the spring of 2019 in Hollywood Hills, California. Recut a…

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ITW15: Derek Fukuhara - Former pro-skater (World Industries, Ezekiel), producer, and content creator 1:07:44

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Efrem, Ben and Bubba welcome former pro-skater (World Industries, Ezekiel) and content producer for High Rise Agency, High Rise TV and All I Need Skateboards. Derek, Ben and Efrem cover a variety of subjects including the parallels of skateboarding to other counter culture industries. This episode was originally recorded in the spring of 2019 in Ho…

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ITW14: Dan Jacobs of Atreyu (@getintotheweeds) 57:08

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Efrem and Ben sit with Dan Jacobs, musician, entrepreneur, and founding member of the metal/rock band Atreyu. Dan is a well rounded guy and discusses the California metal scene, comedy, his family life, and the formation of Atreyu. Atreyu formed in 1998 in Yorba Linda, California. It didn't take long for them to explode onto the metal core / post h…

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From Prairie To Planet: How Go Brewing Reset Their NA Sights 35:50

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In the second stop of our summer road trip series, we take a visit to Naperville, Illinois, home of the taproom and brewery for Go Brewing, and sit down with Co-Founder and CEO, Joe Chura. The brewery has been on a whirlwind of growth since launching from Joe's garage two years ago, and we get his perspective on why he started an NA brewery, his ph…

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ITW13: Aaron "Small Hands" Thompson (Adult Film Star / Fenix TX) @getintotheweeds 1:17:09

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Ben and Efrem sit with producer, musician and adult film star Aaron "Small Hands" Thompson and discusses what it takes, what it's like, and how he went from punk rocker to porn star. Aaron is married to legendary porn producer Joanna Angel who is the founder and CEO of Burning Angel Productions. One of the biggest porn studios in the world. Burning…

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Propelling The NA Revolution From America's Heartland 43:36

12M ago43:36

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Residing in one of the smallest markets in the country currently supporting an AF bottle shop, Lafayette, Indiana's Generation NA has become a leader in the non-alcoholic beverage movement. In this episode, owner Rob Theodorow shares his founder story, including who is primarily coming into the store, and how each generation has its own expectation…

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ITW12: Troy Dendekker AKA Mama Troy of Sublime (@getintotheweeds) 38:40

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Efrem and Ben sit with Troy Dendekker AKA Mama Troy, wife of the late Bradley Nowell and discuss the Sublime documentary which at the time, had just debuted at the Tribeca Film Fest. Recently, her son Jake who she talks about on this episode, has taken over front man duties for Sublime reuniting the original members. Follow ITW on Instagram, YouTub…

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Non-Alcoholic Beer In The Windy City: Prelude To A Road Trip 24:32

1y ago24:32

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In this episode, we sit down with Chicago craft beer savant turned podcaster, Dave Zalatoris, host of the popular Chicago podcast Beer In Front (part of the OddPods Media Network). In our conversation we talk about the craft beer scene in the Windy City, how N/A fits into that vibe, as well as Dave’s thoughts on how non-alcoholic options there are …

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Non-Alcoholic Beer Notebook: Finding Good N/A Options In The Wild 27:09

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In this Notebook episode we sit down with our friend Chi Jennings, known on Instagram as mysoberaflife, a fervent fan of non-alcoholic drinks of all stripes. We talk about her strategy for finding N/A beverages while traveling, her thoughts on Chicago's Pilot Project Brewing, favorite non-alcoholic retail spots in NYC (who knew bodegas were such a …

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#019. The 411 about the Intoxicating Hemp Bill in MS 54:15

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In this Podcast you will learn about MS's proposed Intoxicating Hemp Act, why it was written, how it would be bad for MS, and how the Bill was defeated for this year, 2024, plus what will go into next years plan to achieve common sense regulation in this every growing Cannabinoid Industry that will keep the public safe, make MS a stronger State, an…

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Decoding The Dry Beer Movement: Launching An N/A Brand Around The Consumer 24:33

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In this episode we sit down with Momentum Brewery and ProofNoMore’s co-owner Lars Dahlhaus to better understand the non-alcoholic beer category, where it may be headed, and how he’s working to build a brand around the ‘why’ and ‘where’ consumers are drinking the product. As the category continues to mature, understanding these motivations will be c…

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#018. Arthritis & Cannabinoids 23:51

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Arthritis is the leading cause of disability in the U.S. effecting over 58 Million Americans. If you live long enough you simply can't avoid it, joints wear out, arthritis sets in, so what's the best way to manage this? Prescription pills have no end and side effects, over the counter pain killers are bad for your liver, can CBD / THC play a positi…