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Anthony Varrell dives into two of the most critical cannabis conversations happening right now—hemp beverages and federal enforcement crackdowns—with two powerhouse guests.Segment 1: We welcome Adam Terry, CEO of Cantrip, to break down the exploding hemp-derived THC beverage market. From retail trends and consumer behavior to formulation innovation and regulatory navigation, Adam shares what’s working now and where the industry is headed. Whether you’re a cannabis investor, operator, or brand builder, this deep dive into the hemp beverage category is packed with insights on the fastest-growing product vertical in the space.Segment 2: Next up is Trent Woloveck, Chief Strategy Director of Jushi Holdings, to unpack the recent DEA-led raids in California’s Coachella Valley and the controversial hemp distributor raids in Texas. Are these signs of a looming federal cannabis policy shift? We analyze the implications for legal and unregulated markets, the role of Chinese-backed illegal grow ops, and how this all ties into the broader call for federal cannabis reform.We also cover the latest developments from Pennsylvania, where adult-use legalization is on the ropes heading into the 2026 budget, and Ohio, where efforts to revise voter-approved legalization have stalled due to political gridlock.🎙️ Whether it’s THC drinks, DEA raids, or legislative chess, this episode offers a full-spectrum view of where the cannabis industry is heading.Want to see last week's recap?   • Mike Tyson Headlines the Biggest Cannabis ...  Want to see more Cannabis Reform videos?   • Alcohol Sales Are Dropping — Cannabis May ...     • Mike Tyson Joins Cannabis Rescheduling Fig...     • Why Canadian Cannabis Companies Are Domina...     • Are Republicans or Democrats Holding Marij...  Want to be updated on Cannabis, Small Cap, AI, and Crypto? Subscribe to our Daily Baked in Newsletter!https://newsletter.thedalesreport.com...Find us as well on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and on the Web:Facebook:   / thedalesreport  Twitter:   / thedalesreport  Instagram:

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