Cannabis Retail Revolution: How Goldenhour's Legacy Farm Strategy Beats Corporate Cultivation
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Cannabis Retail Revolution: How Goldenhour's Legacy Farm Strategy Beats Corporate Cultivation

In this episode of the Goldenhour Podcast, CEO David Spradlin reveals how the dispensary defies industry trends by partnering directly with Northern California's legacy cannabis farmers. Unlike competitors chasing scale, Goldenhour Collective has created an "asset-light" business model that cuts out middlemen, delivers superior products, and achieves impressive margins. Spradlin explains how their approach honors cannabis heritage while meeting modern consumer desires for craft quality and variety.

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Understanding the Difference: Regulated Cannabis vs. Hemp-Derived Products
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Understanding the Difference: Regulated Cannabis vs. Hemp-Derived Products

In a recent episode of The Goldenhour Podcast, David Spradlin, CEO of Golden Hour Collective, shed light on the growing confusion surrounding intoxicating hemp-derived products like Delta-8 and Delta-9 THC. As the cannabis industry expands, consumers are faced with a dizzying array of options, many of which lack the safety and quality standards of regulated cannabis. David’s insights are a must-read for anyone looking to make informed decisions about their cannabis consumption.

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Cannabis Industry Outlook: Navigating Challenges and Seeking Solutions in 2025
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Cannabis Industry Outlook: Navigating Challenges and Seeking Solutions in 2025

In this episode of the Goldenhour Podcast, David Spradlin, CEO of Goldenhour Collective, analyzes the cannabis industry's challenges heading into 2025, discussing everything from price compression and tax burdens to regulatory hurdles and potential solutions. This candid and comprehensive conversation reveals the California cannabis industry's systemic issues and possible paths forward.

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The Future of California's Cannabis Legacy & Tourism Opportunities
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The Future of California's Cannabis Legacy & Tourism Opportunities

In this episode of the Goldenhour Podcast, David Spradlin, CEO of Goldenhour Collective, discusses the future of legacy cannabis farming and its crucial role in California's cannabis industry. He shares insights on the industry's return to legacy farming, the importance of business acumen for small farmers, and the untapped potential of cannabis tourism in the North State of California.

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From Seed to Sensation: How legacy Cannabis Farming and Conscious Consumption Are Reshaping the cannabis industry
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From Seed to Sensation: How legacy Cannabis Farming and Conscious Consumption Are Reshaping the cannabis industry

In this episode of the Goldenhour Podcast, Haylee Parker, co-owner of the family-owned Goldenhour Collective in Weed, California, shared her journey from casual cannabis user to industry professional. The conversation then shifted to Goldenhour Collective's mission of supporting local and family-owned legacy cannabis farms and sustainable practices.

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Cannabis CEO Chronicles: David Spradlin’s Story (Part 1)
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Cannabis CEO Chronicles: David Spradlin’s Story (Part 1)

In this conversation with Goldenhour Collective CEO David Spradlin, we explore part one of his unexpected path into cannabis, from construction worker to dispensary pioneer during California's early medical cannabis days. Spradlin shares raw stories about navigating the industry's "grey area" years, fighting federal raids, and building a patient-focused business model that helped legitimize cannabis retail. His journey from reluctant entrepreneur to passionate advocate offers unique insights into California's cannabis history and the evolution of the legal market.

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