Episodes

  • Canna Say Something? Episode 9: Luke Zimmerman, President, The Law Office of Luke S Zimmerman APC
    Nov 9 2021

    On this week's episode of Canna Say Something?, I speak with cannabis IP lawyer and Oaksterdam University instructor Luke Zimmerman. We got to chat about several topics, including plant reform, how cannabis is taught in schools as well as the expanding adult use market and its conflicts with critical components like home grow. All that and much more in this week's episode. Please like, share and subscribe if you enjoy. 

    Learn more about Luke Zimmerman:
    LinkedIn: 
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukeszimmerman/

    To learn more about The Law Office of Luke S Zimmerman APC:
    https://lawofficelsz.com/

    To learn more about Oaksterdam University:
    https://oaksterdamuniversity.com/luke-s-zimmerman/

    Get in touch with Andrew Ward:
    www.iamandrewward.com
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamandrewward/ 
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecannawriter
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheCannaWriter

    Music: "Memory" by Magiksolo 
    Music and SFX licensed via Artlist.io

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Canna Say Something? Episode 8: Javier Hasse, Managing Director, Benzinga Cannabis/CEO, El Planteo
    Oct 31 2021

    On this week's episode of Canna Say Something?, my good friend Javier Hasse sits down as we reconnect in person for the first time since before the pandemic. The Benzinga Cannabis and El Planteo head had a lot of things to say, from discussing cannabis media and investing to the evolving pot culture across the globe. 

    Learn more about Javier Hasse:
    Instagram: 
    - https://www.instagram.com/javierhasse/
    - https://www.instagram.com/el.planteo/
    - https://www.instagram.com/bzcannabis/

    Twitter:
    - twitter.com/javierhasse

    Get in touch with Andrew Ward:
    www.iamandrewward.com
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecannawriter
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheCannaWriter

    Music: "Memory" by Magiksolo 
    Music and SFX licensed via Artlist.io

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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Canna Say Something? Episode 7: Lulu Tsui, Entrepreneur and Co-Founder, On The Revel
    Oct 25 2021

    On this week's episode of Canna Say Something?, On The Revel Co-Founder and entrepreneur Lulu Tsui joins me to discuss a range of topics, from tech to cannabis to psychedelics. She also delved into how REVEL, one of New York City's top cannabis events, pivoted during the pandemic and what we can expect next. Lulu also offers up tons of great advice for anyone looking to get started or raise funds in tech, cannabis, psychedelics or any other market sector. 

    Learn more about On The Revel:
    https://www.ontherevel.com/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ontherevel/, https://www.instagram.com/hyperlicious/

    Get in touch with Andrew Ward:
    www.iamandrewward.com
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecannawriter
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheCannaWriter

    Music: "Memory" by Magiksolo 
    Music and SFX licensed via Artlist.io

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    56 mins
  • Canna Say Something Episode 6: Pro Wrestler, LGBTQIA+ Advocate and Branding Expert EFFY
    Oct 18 2021

    On this week's episode of Canna Say Something?, I get to speak with "The Weapon Of Sass Destruction," EFFY. The gay pro wrestler has been pivotal to increasing awareness and inclusivity in the often narrow minded world of pro wrestling. Just an hour before capturing the Internet Championship, EFFY spoke with me about the power of branding, connecting with fans and inclusivity. 

    Learn more about EFFY:
    https://effylives.com/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/effylives
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/EFFYlives
    Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/effylives
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs9mYSFtFr4r1DShdpUpmQQ

    Get in touch with Andrew Ward:
    www.iamandrewward.com
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecannawriter
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheCannaWriter

    Music: "Memory" by Magiksolo 
    Music and SFX licensed via Artlist.io

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    55 mins
  • Canna Say Something Episode 5: Cannabis and IP Lawyer/Advocate Jess Gonzalez Esq
    Oct 10 2021

    On this week's episode of Canna Say Something?, New Jersey-based cannabis and IP lawyer Jess Gonzalez joins me. The Hiller PC legal mind has been integral in New Jersey's push towards adult use legalization. She dropped in to discuss where NJ's pot laws stand today, her journey from first-generation Ecuadorian-American to becoming one of the leading legal minds in cannabis today. 

    Learn more about Jess Gonzalez Esq at 
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cannabogada
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/cannabogada

    Get in touch with Andrew Ward:
    Website: www.iamandrewward.com
    Instagram & Twitter: @TheCannaWriter

    Music: "Memory" by Magiksolo 
    Music and SFX licensed via Artlist.io

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    50 mins
  • Canna Say Something Episode 4: RuPaul's Drag Race Star, Performer and Advocate Laganja Estranja
    Oct 3 2021

    On this week's episode of Canna Say Something?, Laganja Estranja helps get things sickening on the pod. The RuPaul's Drag Race star (and a lot more) spent time dropping some education about her life, cannabis and LGBTQIA+ issues--with us exploring the importance of supporting Black trans lives along with people like Laganja, who recently came out as a trans woman herself. 

    While supporting trans lives, Laganja is imploring us all to help end the drug war as well. We discussed her work as an ambassador with the Last Prisoner Project.

    Be sure to visit and subscribe the links for Laganja and myself. More importantly, visit and support the groups mentioned in today's episode. Find more information on in the links below. 

    The Provincetown LGBTQ Center:
    https://ptown.org/community/lgbtq-center

    The Transgender Emergency Fund:
    https://transemergencyfund.org/

    Trans Resistance:
    https://www.transresistancema.com

    Last Prisoner Project:
    https://www.lastprisonerproject.org/

    Learn more about the Laganja at 
    Website: https://laganjaestranja.com/
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/LaganjaEstranja
    TikTok: @TheOnlyLaganjaEstranja
    All Other Social Media: @LaganjaEstranja

    Get in touch with Andrew Ward:
    Website: www.iamandrewward.com
    Instagram & Twitter: @TheCannaWriter
    LinkedIn: @iamandrewward

    Music: "Memory" by Magiksolo 
    Music and SFX licensed via Artlist.io

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    51 mins
  • Canna Say Something Episode 3: TikTok Influencer, Cannabis and Music Journalist Jessica Golich
    Sep 27 2021

    On this week's episode of Canna Say Something?, media multi-hyphenate Jessica Golich joins me for an interview. Jessica and I share an interesting background from food service to Craigslist to legitimate media. She also dives into how she's become a success on TikTok despite its anti-cannabis stance. Much more on Jessica's career and personal journey. 

    Learn more about the Jessica at 
    Website: https://jessicagolich.com/
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jessicagolich
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicaxgolich/

    Also visit and support The Last Prisoner Project:
    https://www.lastprisonerproject.org/

    Get in touch with Andrew Ward:
    Website: www.iamandrewward.com
    Instagram & Twitter: @TheCannaWriter

    Music: "Memory" by Magiksolo 
    Music and SFX licensed via Artlist.io

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    58 mins
  • Canna Say Something Episode 2: National Cannabis Industry Association Director of Media Relations Morgan Fox
    Sep 20 2021

    On this week's episode of Canna Say Something?, National Cannabis Industry Association Director of Media Relations, Morgan Fox, joins me to discuss an array of pressing subjects in cannabis, from the state of federal legalization to the disparity around drug sentencing, something Morgan experienced first-hand several years ago. 

    Learn more about the NCIA at 
    Website: https://thecannabisindustry.org/
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/morganfoxcle2dc, https://twitter.com/NCIAorg

    Get in touch with Andrew Ward:
    Website: www.iamandrewward.com
    Instagram & Twitter: @TheCannaWriter

    Music: "Memory" by Magiksolo 
    Music and SFX licensed via Artlist.io

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    50 mins