Consumer buy brands. And in cannabis, California brands reign supreme because they uphold the most sacred element in any relationship—trust.

Trust isn’t just about marketing—it’s about consistency, quality, and experience. The moment a brand breaks that trust, it loses everything. But expanding a highly trusted California brand into new markets isn’t just about slapping a logo on a jar—it’s about ensuring the same elite quality, cultivation standards, and consumer experience across state lines.

So how do you scale a collective of powerhouse cannabis brands while maintaining the trust that made them successful in the first place?

This week, we sit down with Nate D, co-founder of Turn, Made, and Project Packs, to break down:

·Why Trust Is Cannabis’ Most Valuable Asset

·How a Collective Model Helps Cannabis Brands Scale

· The Cultivation & Quality Challenges of Scaling Cannabis

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Nate D and His Ventures

02:48 The Ecosystem of Cannabis Businesses

06:07 Quality Control in Cannabis Cultivation

09:08 Scaling Challenges in Cannabis

11:56 The Importance of Team and Trust

15:07 Navigating Market Trends and Consumer Preferences

17:55 R&D in Cannabis: The Long Game

20:50 Collaboration and Community in the Cannabis Industry

23:58 Future Trends and Predictions

27:10 Lessons Learned and Final Thoughts

Guest Links:

• https://www.instagram.com/turndotme/
• https://www.youtube.com/@turndotme
• https://x.com/turndotme
• https://turn.me/
• https://madeforsmokers.com/
• https://www.instagram.com/YOUREMADE/

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Bryan Fields on Twitter

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"Bureaucracy defends the status quo long past the time when the quo has lost its status."
— Laurence J. Peter

Nowhere is that more evident than in cannabis, where local governments resist change, operators scramble for clarity, and policies shift overnight. The biggest mistake cannabis operators make? Waiting too long to ask for help.

Navigating cannabis regulations isn’t just about compliance—it’s a high-stakes game of politics, timing, and strategy. This week, we sit down with Jeff Guillot, Managing Partner of MAD Global Strategy, to expose the backroom battles.

• The biggest misconceptions about how cannabis laws are actually made
• Why local governments resist cannabis businesses (and how to change their minds)
• How lobbying really works—and who actually needs it in cannabis

Links

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-guillot-69266614/
• https://www.madglobalstrategy.com/

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Cannabis Politics and Advocacy

02:51 Navigating Government Affairs in Cannabis

06:12 The Importance of Proactive Representation

08:58 Understanding Uncertainty in Political Campaigns

12:06 Challenges in Legislative Advocacy

14:50 The Unique Landscape of Cannabis Legislation

17:57 Facilitating Change in Regulatory Bodies

20:51 The Art of Securing Meetings with Officials

24:07 Local Municipalities and Cannabis Confusion

29:10 Understanding Agency Incompetence and Public Education

34:11 Navigating Political Uncertainty and Renewable Energy

39:02 State Budget Proposals and Economic Development

40:59 Cannabis Regulation and Political Dynamics

44:48 The Future of Cannabis and Hemp Industries

52:08 Education Gaps in Cannabis Legislation

54:59 Expertise in Government and Politics

Our Links:

Bryan Fields on Twitter

Kellan Finney on Twitter

The Dime on Twitter

At Eighth Revolution (8th Rev), we provide services from capital to cannabinoid and everything in between in the cannabinoid industry.

8th Revolution Cannabinoid Playbook is an Industry-leading report covering the entire cannabis supply chain

The Dime is a top 5% most shared global podcast

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The Dime is a top 50 Cannabis Podcast

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Are you considering expanding to Germany? The answer should be yes.

As a brand or retailer, deciding where to grow is critical. California is the ultimate proving ground—fiercely competitive and filled with industry leaders. If you want to be a national player, is this where you make your mark?

But what about Germany? A high-potential market, still in its early stages, with adult-use legalization on the horizon. The demand for U.S. brands is clear, but how will regulations unfold, and what hurdles lie ahead?

This week, we sit down with Jamie Pearson to break it all down:

• Which companies should be thinking about Germany now
• Opportunities, risks, and how Germany compares to the U.S.
• How to get started and navigate regulations
• The sleeper market no one is talking about

⏱ [00:00 - 03:00] Introduction & Jamie Pearson’s Background

• Jamie’s journey into cannabis
• Why cannabis is harder than any other industry

⏱ [03:01 - 10:30] The Challenges of Running a Cannabis Business

• The legal vs. illegal market dilemma
• Why cannabis operators face unique financial struggles

⏱ [10:31 - 18:45] Raising Money in Cannabis: A Losing Battle?

• How funding works without traditional banking
• The risk investors take in the cannabis space

⏱ [18:46 - 25:30] Cannabis Brand Loyalty & Why It’s Different

• What makes a cannabis brand succeed
• The fine line between success & failure in branding

⏱ [25:31 - 32:15] Why the Next 5 Years Will Decide Everything

• The future of cannabis legalization & federal reform
• Who will survive, and who won’t in this industry

⏱ [32:16 - 38:50] Final Thoughts & Advice for Cannabis Operators

• What Jamie wishes more people knew about cannabis
• The one thing every entrepreneur in this space needs to prepare for

Guest Links:

• https://thetalmangroup.com/talman-house/
• https://internationalcbc.com/
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamielpearsonnhg/
• https://www.instagram.com/jboogie.22/
• https://x.com/jboogie5000
• https://www.linkedin.com/company/newholland-group/

Our Links:

Bryan Fields on Twitter

Kellan Finney on Twitter

The Dime on Twitter

At Eighth Revolution (8th Rev), we provide services from capital to cannabinoid and everything in between in the cannabinoid industry.

8th Revolution Cannabinoid Playbook is an Industry-leading report covering the entire cannabis supply chain

The Dime is a top 5% most shared global podcast

The Dime has a New Website. Shhhh its not finished.

The Dime is a top 50 Cannabis Podcast

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