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The Dime

The Dime

By: Bryan Fields & Kellan Finney
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The $100+ billion cannabis industry is fueled by innovative strategies and visionary leaders. Each week, we explore the journeys of CEOs from publicly traded giants, world-renowned scientists, and underground legacy growers shaping the future of this transformative market. Bryan and Kellan uncover how these pioneers built their businesses, navigated failures and found success in this rapidly growing space. Join us to explore the lessons and insights driving the cannabis industry forward.© 2026 The Dime Chemistry Economics Leadership Management Management & Leadership Science
Episodes
  • 15 Years of Cannabis Trading . Why I'll Sell Early (Unless This Happens) ft. Dan McDermitt

    15 Years of Cannabis Trading . Why I'll Sell Early (Unless This Happens) ft. Dan McDermitt
    Mar 19 2026

    Investing in cannabis requires a split personality.

    Everyone thinks they're early. Dan McDermitt has been trading the sector for 15 years — through the Canadian boom, the Biden promise, and the slow bleed that followed. His take: if you've been through multiple pump-and-dump cycles, you're not early anymore. You're just still here.

    This is a masterclass in separating trader psychology from fundamental conviction. Dan explains why he keeps a small position just to stay seated, why he already knows he'll sell early on the next catalyst, and why the moment everybody's talking about cannabis on Wall Street Bets is the moment you size up — not before.

    This week we sit down with Dan McDermitt:

    • The "I'm early" delusion
    • Why traders sell early
    • Catalyst stacking thesis
    • MSOS mechanics breakdown

    Chapters

    00:00 The Catalyst Dilemma in Cannabis

    03:03 Trading Strategies and Market Positioning

    05:48 Understanding Trader vs. Fundamentalist Perspectives

    08:46 The Unique Nature of MSOS Trading

    11:51 Market Dynamics and Trading Psychology

    15:03 The Role of Uplisting and Rescheduling

    18:08 Long-Term Perspectives in a Volatile Market

    21:04 Risk Management and Trading Mindset

    23:51 The Impact of AI on Trading Strategies

    Summary

    In this conversation, Bryan Fields and Dan McDermitt discuss the current state of the cannabis market, focusing on the challenges and opportunities within the sector. They explore the impact of potential rescheduling and uplisting on cannabis stocks, the differences between trading and fundamental analysis, and the unique trading dynamics of MSOS. Dan shares insights on risk management, trading psychology, and the influence of AI on trading strategies, emphasizing the importance of adapting to market conditions while maintaining a disciplined approach.

    Guest Links:

    • https://x.com/ChartGuys
    • https://www.instagram.com/chartguys/
    • https://www.youtube.com/@ChartGuys
    • https://www.chartguys.com/

    Our Links

    Bryan Fields on Twitter

    Kellan Finney on Twitter

    The Dime on Twitter

    Extraction Teams: Want to cut costs and get more out of every run? Unlock hidden revenue by extracting more from the same input—with Newton Insights.

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

    The Dime is a top 5% most shared global podcast

    The Dime is a top 10 Cannabis Podcast

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

    🎥 YouTube: The Dime

    📸 Instagram: The Dime

    https://www.newton-insights.com/


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    40 mins
  • Premium vs Scale in Cannabis: Inside Rubicon’s Strategy ft. Margaret Brodie

    Premium vs Scale in Cannabis: Inside Rubicon’s Strategy ft. Margaret Brodie
    Mar 13 2026

    Most cannabis companies chased scale. Rubicon chased quality.

    What does it actually take to build a premium cannabis brand? Trust sits behind what “premium” really means, why consumers only give brands one chance, how Rubicon evaluates resource capacity and audits operations, and why Europe could become the next meaningful opportunity for their trusted brands.

    This week we sit down with Margaret Brodie, CEO of Rubicon Organics:

    • Why premium cannabis starts with flower
    • Consumers Trust
    • Internal Resource Audits

    Chapters

    00:00 Quality Over Quantity in Cannabis

    02:58 Building a Premium Cannabis Brand

    05:47 Operational Excellence and Team Culture

    09:04 The Pursuit of Continuous Improvement

    11:45 Understanding Consumer Trust and Brand Loyalty

    14:45 Strategic Decision-Making in Cannabis

    18:06 Navigating Industry Challenges and Opportunities

    27:55 Navigating the Fast-Paced Cannabis Industry

    29:13 Investment Priorities for Growth

    31:43 Strategic Market Expansion and Brand Development

    35:08 Building a Lasting Brand in Cannabis

    37:20 Learning from International Markets

    40:56 Balancing Speed and Quality in Growth

    42:51 Understanding Consumer Dynamics

    46:06 Honoring the Legacy Market

    49:30 Reflecting on the Journey and Future of Cannabis

    Guest Links

    https://www.instagram.com/rubiconorganics/

    https://www.rubiconorganics.com/

    https://x.com/RubiconOrganics

    Our Links

    Bryan Fields on Twitter

    Kellan Finney on Twitter

    The Dime on Twitter

    Extraction Teams: Want to cut costs and get more out of every run? Unlock hidden revenue by extracting more from the same input—with Newton Insights.

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

    The Dime is a top 5% most shared global podcast

    The Dime is a top 10 Cannabis Podcast

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

    🎥 YouTube: The Dime

    📸 Instagram: The Dime

    https://www.newton-insights.com/


    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    51 mins
  • Prop 64 Fine Print, Pesticide Drift, The Economics Behind Concentrates ft. Micah Anderson

    Prop 64 Fine Print, Pesticide Drift, The Economics Behind Concentrates ft. Micah Anderson
    Mar 6 2026
    When California legalized cannabis, did anyone see 70% of the state opting out. Retail access never recovered. The illicit market stayed durable. And taxes kept compounding pressure on operators. Micah Anderson, CEO of LEEF Brands, explains how local bans strengthened the illicit market, why pesticide drift can wipe out millions in product, and why he is rebuilding a recovery and wellness push with NBA player Jimmy Butler. This week we sit down with Micah Anderson: Pesticide drift killing millionsJimmy Butler recovery lineTrump’s CBD signal Chapters 00:00 Introduction: California Cannabis Market Challenges 00:31 Prop 64: A Poorly Executed Initiative 01:38 Local Politics and Industry Complexity 02:28 Fixing California Cannabis Policy 03:23 Industry Engagement and Advocacy 04:02 Reevaluating Prop 64 and Market Structure 05:02 Offense vs Defense in Industry Strategy 06:28 Changing Public Perception and Policy Reform 07:36 Industry Regulation and Taxation Issues 08:07 The Role of Advocacy and Industry Voice 09:19 Hindsight and Lessons Learned 10:41 Industry Participation in Policy Making 11:26 CBD and Medical Cannabis Opportunities 12:17 Brand Revival and Market Expansion 13:16 Supply Chain and Cultivation Strategies 14:09 Innovations in Wellness and Recovery Products 15:40 Educational Campaigns and Consumer Awareness 16:39 Research and Clinical Studies in Cannabis 17:08 Regulatory Barriers and Opportunities in Cultivation 18:12 Operational Challenges and Solutions 19:36 Medical Cannabis and Future Legislation 20:29 Supply Chain Management and Quality Control 21:31 Entry of New Participants and Industry Diversification 22:29 Market Expansion and Interstate Commerce 23:24 Pesticide Scrutiny as Industry Moat 24:22 Industry's Role in Consumer Safety and Transparency 25:29 Understanding Pesticide Regulations and Organic Standards 26:55 Supply Chain Variability and Farm Management 28:25 Cost and Efficiency in Cultivation 29:55 Sampling and Testing Challenges 31:33 Expanding Beyond California 33:50 Complexities of Concentrate Production 36:33 Yield Variability and Cultivation Nuances 38:20 Product Development and Customer Collaboration 40:54 Demand Planning and Market Forecasting 42:08 Data-Driven Decision Making in Extraction 44:24 Margins, Product Mix, and Client Relationships 45:47 Market Entry Strategies and Expansion 47:43 Future of Cannabis and International Markets 48:39 Bitcoin and Cannabis: An Evolving Relationship 51:30 Cryptocurrency as a Business Strategy 53:53 Future of Automation and Robotics in Cannabis Production 55:41 Contact and Follow-up Guest links https://www.linkedin.com/in/micah-anderson-leef/ https://leefbrands.com/about/ Resources LEEf Brands Website - https://leefbrands.comElliot Lewis on Pesticide Regulations - https://twitter.com/ElliotLewisCalifornia Cannabis Regulations Overview - https://cannabis.ca.gov/regulations/Bitcoin Official Website - https://bitcoin.org Our Links Bryan Fields on Twitter Kellan Finney on Twitter The Dime on Twitter Extraction Teams: Want to cut costs and get more out of every run? Unlock hidden revenue by extracting more from the same input—with Newton Insights. At Eighth Revolution (8th Rev), we provide services from capital to cannabinoid and everything in between in the cannabinoid industry. The Dime is a top 5% most shared global podcast The Dime is a top 10 Cannabis Podcast The Dime has a New Website. Shhhh its not finished. 🎥 YouTube: The Dime 📸 Instagram: The Dime https://www.newton-insights.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    54 mins
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