2024-11-08
Do you actually know what's in your weed? David Vaillencourt, Founder of GMP Collective and board chairman of the S3 Collective, joins Jason to expose the terrifying reality of cannabis manufacturing. From multi-million dollar crop losses caused by dirty Crocs to inhaling toxic ceramic particles from cheap vape hardware, David breaks down the massive safety risks plaguing the industry. If you are an operator making edibles, beverages, or vapes, or just a consumer who cares about what goes into your lungs—this episode is a masterclass in why standardizing cannabis is a matter of life and death for businesses. Chapters: 00:00 The Scary Reality of Cannabis Product Safety 03:07 What is GMP and Why Does It Matter for Weed? 07:40 Why the Cannabis Control Commission Ignores Food Safety 13:51 Aspergillus, Mold, and Why Weed Brands Face Massive Recalls 20:00 The War Between Regulated Cannabis and the Hemp Market 24:00 The Danger of Unregulated "Gas Station Gummies" 27:10 Horror Stories: How Dirty Crocs Cost a Grow $1 Million 30:49 Regulating Vape Pens: Are You Inhaling Ceramic Flakes? 43:22 The Rise of Dangerous "Franken-Cannabinoids" (HHC, THC-O) 46:11 What Actually Happens When You Combust and Smoke Weed? 53:07 Standardizing Weed: Preparing for Federal Legalization 01:06:16 How Rescheduling to Schedule 3 Will Change the Industry