Puff, Puff, Planted
”Puff, Puff, Planted” is the newest podcast in the industry breaking down the stigma surrounding marijuana and the behind the scenes of what it’s like to be one of the first dispensaries in a new area! Join host & cannabis industry expert Mike Lewis as we explore some of the biggest questions surrounding cannabis. From community backlash to following strict laws and regulations, this podcast offers an inside look into what goes into a cannabis retail startup. Planted of Whitmore Lake started this podcast to teach others about what’s going on in Michigan as well as other states- as the laws are constantly changing. Featuring special guests and industry professionals like caregivers, listeners will hear a wide variety of perspectives in the line of work. Other topics that will be covered:- How products are made (gummies, concentrates, edibles, pre-rolls)- How seeds turn into an edible product - Insights on caregivers, and more!
Episodes

Tuesday Jun 28, 2022
2 - Cannabis Retail Startup
Tuesday Jun 28, 2022
Tuesday Jun 28, 2022
In today's short episode, we will talk with some special guests about their experience starting a cannabis dispensary in Michigan. Joining us is Head Grower/Managing Partner Derek Merlini & Managing Partner Michael Lewis from Planted Provisioning in Whitmore Lake. We will specifically discuss:-How they started-How their experience in cultivation helped shape what they did pre-startup-What steps they had to take locally and with the state-Lessons learned from the challenges they faced-Fun experiences when opening a cannabis business-and much moreWebsite: https://plantedprovisioning.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/plantedprovisioningMerch Insta: https://www.instagram.com/wear.planted/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/planted-provisioning/

Thursday Jun 16, 2022
1 - Introduction to the Cannabis Industry
Thursday Jun 16, 2022
Thursday Jun 16, 2022
Welcome to the FIRST EPISODE of Puff Puff Planted. Hosted by Cannabis Expert Kevin Serwatowski, this show will dive into the cannabis industry and explore the people - and the products - that are making a difference. This week, Director of Retail Ops for Planted Provisioning Victoria Nichols joins Kevin to discuss how cannabis licensees do business as well as a general overview on a few topics we get asked about frequently:-Caregiver VS Commercial-Medical VS Recreational-Cannabis in the Local Community -Popular Consumption Methods-Stories from a Cannabis Retail Startup-and much moreShow LinksWebsite: https://plantedprovisioning.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/plantedprovisioningMerch Insta: https://www.instagram.com/wear.planted/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/planted-provisioning/