Manufacturing Success: Jordan Carver

Manufacturing Success: Jordan Carver

Dive into the heart of cannabis innovation with Greenway Audio Magazine’s "Manufacturing Success" series. Host B.E. Dunn sits down with Jordan Carver of SoGanja to explore the intricacies of cannabis manufacturing.The conversation traces Jordan’s journey from his early experiences in the traditional cannabis market to leading high-volume extraction and product development. Carver offers insight on balancing product quality with demand, SoGanja’s commitment to full-spectrum, solventless, and craft cannabis offerings, and the challenges and opportunities facing independent manufacturers in a rapidly changing regulatory landscape.Learn how Carver and SoGanja prioritize quality, authenticity, and versatility in their beverage, solventless, and infused product lines. Links: * SoGanja: https://soganja.com/ [https://soganja.com/] * Flowerpot NYC: https://www.flowerpot.nyc/ [https://www.flowerpot.nyc/] * Kind Goods: https://thekindgoods.com/ [https://thekindgoods.com/] * Curio Wellness: https://curiowellness.com/ [https://curiowellness.com/] * Greenway Magazine: https://greenwaymagazine.com/ [https://greenwaymagazine.com/]

Setting a new Standard with Tiana Arriaga

Join B.E. Dunn on Greenway Audio Magazine as he sits down with Tiana Arriaga, Vice President of Product and Marketing for Standard Wellness, to explore the dynamic intersection of cannabis culture, industry trends, and the global spotlight brought by the World Cup in Kansas City, Missouri. Arriaga, with roots in California’s legacy market and over two decades of experience, outlines Standard Wellness’s multi-state operations and commitment to crafting premium products while navigating the limitations and opportunities of a regulatory landscape. This episode delves into how dispensaries are preparing what makes the cannabis market unique, and the balance between advancing craft concentrates and serving new consumers. Sponsored by: Flowerpot NYC: https://www.flowerpot.nyc/ [https://www.flowerpot.nyc/] Kind Goods: https://thekindgoods.com/ [https://thekindgoods.com/] Curio Wellness: https://curiowellness.com/ [https://curiowellness.com/] MJUnpacked: https://mjunpacked.com/ [https://mjunpacked.com/] Greenway Magazine: https://greenwaymagazine.com/ [https://greenwaymagazine.com/]

MC Bravado: The Process, the Purpose, and the Plant

MC Bravado joins Greenway Audio Magazine for a wide-ranging conversation about music, cannabis, creativity, teaching, grief, community, and the long road of building something that lasts. In this episode, Tim sits down with Baltimore-based artist, entrepreneur, and former high school English teacher MC Bravado to talk about the path that took him from literature classrooms to full-time music, from teaching in Baltimore City to performing on Warped Tour, and from writing lyrics as a craft to using music as a way to connect, heal, and give back. Bravado opens up about his early relationship with writing, why reading still matters for lyricists, and how his background as an English teacher shaped the way he approaches hip-hop. He also talks through the decision to leave teaching, the reality of chasing music full-time, and the hard lessons that came from selling frozen treats during the day on Warped Tour, performing to crowds that were not always there for hip-hop, and learning how to win people over one set at a time. The conversation also gets into the less visible side of creative work: the admin, the pitching, the planning, the production, the unpaid hours, the relationship management, and the constant need to keep planting seeds even when the payoff is not immediate. Bravado shares why loving the process is not just a nice idea, but a requirement if you want to survive as an independent artist. Tim and Bravado also discuss Beats Not Bullets, his work with young people, and the importance of creating real opportunities through music, mentorship, and community-based programming. They talk about the connection between purpose and creativity, and how giving others access to the studio, the stage, and the process can remind an artist why they started in the first place. Because this is Greenway Audio Magazine, the episode also explores Bravado’s relationship with cannabis. He talks about how cannabis has shifted from something recreational into part of his wellness and creative routine, helping with sleep, anxiety, focus, writing, performance, and overall regulation. The conversation touches on the long-standing connection between hip-hop and cannabis, while also moving beyond the clichés to look at the plant through a more personal, wellness-focused lens.

Culture of Personality with Forest Palmer

B.E. Dunn and Forest Palmer, CEO of Kansas City Cannabis Company, sit down to explore what makes KCC a standout employer and business in the cannabis industry - from its focus on people-first leadership and local community engagement to the innovative “manager factory” approach for employee development. Learn how KCC blends authentic cannabis culture with education and why their loyalty-driven, internally-promoted team sets new standards for dispensaries. Hear about their marketing philosophies, approach to partnerships, and Palmer’s advice on building a successful, sustainable company culture in the evolving cannabis landscape. Sponsors & Links: Kansas City Cannabis Company: https://kccannabis.com/ Flowerpot NYC: https://www.flowerpot.nyc/ Kind Goods: https://thekindgoods.com/ Curio Wellness: https://curiowellness.com/ MJ Unpacked: https://mjunpacked.com/ Greenway Magazine: https://greenwaymagazine.com/

Going All-In with Dr. Kepal Patel

In this episode of Greenway Audio Magazine, host B.E. Dunn sits down with Dr. Kepal Patel, co-founder and president of Shangri-La Enterprises.  Dr. Patel shares the journey of his family's bold leap into the cannabis industry, from their roots in Missouri retail to multistate expansion and innovative cultivation strategies.  Discover how a careful blend of due diligence, family values, and an all-in entrepreneurial approach paved the way for their success.  Dr. Patel also discusses the unique retail model behind Shangri-La, the principles behind the acclaimed Borealis brand, and the calculated risk-taking that drives their continued growth across multiple states.  Sponsors and Guests: * Shangri La: https://shangriladispensaries.com/ [https://shangriladispensaries.com/] * Borealis: https://www.borealiscann.com/ [https://www.borealiscann.com/] * Flowerpot NYC: https://www.flowerpot.nyc/ [https://www.flowerpot.nyc/] * Kind Goods: https://thekindgoods.com/ [https://thekindgoods.com/] * Curio Wellness: https://curiowellness.com/ [https://curiowellness.com/] * MJ Unpacked: https://mjunpacked.com/ [https://mjunpacked.com/] * Greenway Magazine: https://greenwaymagazine.com/ [https://greenwaymagazine.com/] Attribution: ‘Style’ Music licensed through Soundstripe. Code: 1KGRHNRFIQLAAFXM