Derek Yach is a physician and an activist and has been on the forefront of education the “medical community” about the dangers of smoking and the less damaging effects of vaping. As a member of the World Health Organization, he is “thinking the unthinkable” in that it is possible to eliminate most cigarette smoking worldwide. He is founder of an organization called “Foundation for a Smoke-Free World.” They have a lofty mission, but have resources to help them change the way the world looks at tobacco and smoking. Is it possible that 30 years from now cigarettes will go the way of the VCR, cord ..read more

The state of Indiana has seen its share of challenges in the past few years. Former Governor Mike Pence signed a bill that limited the number of liquid manufacturers to less than six. These six companies had to adhere and conform to insane standards and unless you were able to comply, you could not sell liquid in that state. Turns out there were underhanded dealings which included dirty politicians, casino money, and even cannabis influencers! The FBI has an ongoing investigation, but we’ll let that run its course. Today’s show is about the present and the future, more than the past. You can r ..read more

This show includes an interview with one of the largest contract manufacturers of e-liquids in the country. We discuss future regulations and how they compare to pharmacy guidelines. We will see more changes in THIS sector than any other one over the next two years.   At VapeMentors we connect with amazing people and significant companies. When you hire me you get not just me, but our entire network. Today you’ll meet one of the resources, known as JSPR. They also own Council of Vapor, and if you need hardware designed, they are the Go to people.   I plan to spend quite a bit of time on this ..read more

The Holy Grail of e-liquid companies is to get their/ your liquid in front of as many consumers as possible and getting shelf space in convenience stores is the ultimate prize. Vapeboxx, a division of Rejuiceit, Irelands largest liquid company, does just that. James Moran with Vapeboxx provides a backstory of how the TPD limited the nicotine content in liquids but also provides a solution for American (or other international) liquid companies to piggy back on their c-store relationships through the Vapeboxx point of sale displays. They are primarily in Ireland and other EU countries with plans ..read more

Joining us today is Bethany Gomez, Managing Director with the Brightfield Group from Chicago. They have been marketing and researching in cannabis and CBD more than 4 years Some findings: old methodologies do not keep pace with this fast moving cannabis market Brightfield integrates social media with conventional methods their data science division analyzes all these components they look at lifestyle as well as metrics where is the CBD market strongest? Boomers? Millennials? Seems to be both and here’s why! The stressed out Millennials can be angry and the Aging Boomers can have pains How big ..read more

TPE is the first major show of the year- and I think the best. Not a party or cloud comp, this is a professional show run by professionals. Vape, tobacco, alternative, CBD, it’s all here along with probably the best educational program of the year. Today we speak with Ben Stimpson with TMG Media, owned by Krekek and Phillips & King ..read more

The Vaping Advocacy and Education Project, also known as VAEP, is a labor of love created by Kellie Anne Forbes, a registered nurse. After finally kicking the habit after decades of failing (wait till you hear what she went through!), so found vape and never looked back. But she was dismayed and angry at the false medical research that was out there.  Using her skills she poured through hundreds of medical reports and condensed the information into bite-sized pieces which she makes available- for free. She expanded her Canadian nonprofit into the US and you get to hear and see her vision and t ..read more

As we fend off the attacks from the FDA and regulators, one of the easiest ways to protect yourself is to check the IDs and age of all your buyers, both in person and online. On this week's show, #100!, we interview Chris Meyer with Intellicheck, the leaders in age verification, bar none. For over 25 years they have been protecting government and law enforcement agencies and commercial businesses as well, from the proliferation of phony Ids. The technology allows duplication of magnetic strips, state driver's licenses and anything you can imagine. Learn how to protect your business from liabil ..read more

Sometimes we wonder if we can make a difference in the world or in the vaping space. Wendy had passion and drive and did well until YouTube terminated her account... Learn about perseverance and commitment to recover and get back in business. Hard to believe, but we are just one away from number 100 ..read more

Chris Howard is the attorney for E-Alternative Solutions, a division of Swisher. This interview provides insight to how large tobacco companies have recognized the power of vaping and have tapped into the needs of the marketplace ..read more