Behind the Lab: Cannabis Testing, Compliance, and Consumer Risk

In this episode of On the Brighterside, Frank and Lyndsey sit down with Kristen Goedde of Trichome Analytical to unpack the realities of cannabis testing, compliance, and consumer safety. The conversation dives into misleading “hemp” products, lab integrity issues, and how gaps in regulation are putting both businesses and consumers at risk. They also explore the deeper problem of how cannabis is evaluated, challenging THC-driven buying habits and highlighting the need for better education, transparency, and standards across the industry.