Joint Efforts Podcast

What makes someone try a cannabis drink—and what brings them back? Jeff Stum, co-founder of Hectare’s, joins the Joint Efforts Podcast for a conversation about building a beverage brand, understanding the customer, and finding a place for cannabis drinks in Southern culture. From product ideas to the experience people actually want, this episode explores the decisions behind the brand and the chal...

What makes someone try a cannabis drink—and what brings them back? Jeff Stum, co-founder of Hectare's, joins the Joint Efforts Podcast for a conversation about building a beverage brand, understanding the customer, and finding a place for cannabis drinks in Southern culture. From product ideas to the experience people actually want, this episode explores the decisions behind the brand and the chal...

Musician, creative, and hat shaper Gianni Gibson joins the Joint Efforts Podcast for a wide-ranging conversation about music, Nashville, cannabis, fashion, mental health, and continually reinventing yourself without losing who you are. Born and raised in Los Angeles, Gianni grew up surrounded by music and entertainment before studying music in Pasadena and building his own career behind the drums....

Chef Afton Farnsworth of FAB Pizza joins the Joint Efforts Podcast for a conversation about Nashville food culture, cannabis-fueled creativity, entrepreneurship, fatherhood, and what it actually takes to build an independent food business. Afton breaks down how FAB grew from local pop-ups into a larger Nashville operation, why locally sourced ingredients matter to him, and how years in professiona...

Stephanie Styll, founder of Nashville's Killjoy, joins the Joint Efforts Podcast for a conversation about alcohol, cannabis, entrepreneurship, and the rapidly changing way people choose to unwind. Stephanie shares how years of drinking eventually collided with motherhood, the pandemic, and her 40th birthday — when she decided she wasn't going into another decade living the same way. She quit alcoh...

In this episode of the Joint Efforts Podcast, we sit down with Tennessee State Representative Aftyn Behn for a conversation about cannabis reform, Tennessee politics, public policy, and the future of legalization in the South. Aftyn has been one of the voices behind the Pot for Potholes Act, a proposal aimed at legalizing adult-use cannabis in Tennessee while directing tax revenue toward roads, in...

In this episode of the Joint Efforts Podcast, we sit down with Chris Kitos for a conversation about cannabis, business, culture, and what it takes to build in an industry that is constantly changing. We get into Chris's background, his perspective on the current state of the market, the challenges facing operators and entrepreneurs, and the opportunities that still exist for people willing to adap...

In this episode of the Joint Efforts Podcast, we sit down with Joey Mundy, a retired DEA agent, for a candid conversation about cannabis, law enforcement, drug policy, and how public perception has changed over time. Joey brings a rare perspective to the table — someone who spent years inside federal drug enforcement and now has the opportunity to reflect on how the conversation around cannabis ha...

In this episode of the Joint Efforts Podcast, we sit down with Nick Shipley of Flow Gardens and Kevin Culver of Cutting Edge Solutions for a deep dive into cannabis cultivation, genetics, nutrients, terpenes, regional growing, and what actually separates good flower from great flower. Nick shares how he went from the tattoo industry to joining Flow Gardens full-time, building his path from trimmer...

In this episode, we sit down with the CannaLust team — two creators pushing forward a new wave of cannabis media through edutainment and storytelling. We talk about content creation, building a brand in this space, and how they're blending culture, education, and creativity into something unique. Stay tuned for more deep dives into the culture. Subscribe to the Joint Efforts Podcast for weekly con...

On this episode, we're joined by Josh Rawlings for a conversation around media, policy, and the evolving landscape here in Tennessee. Josh offers a unique perspective on how things are shifting at the local and state level. We dive into current events, future outlooks, and what people should actually be paying attention to. Find Josh on Instagram @rawlingsreel Find his Music on Spotify and Apple M...

Cannabis beverages are quietly becoming one of the fastest-growing segments in the industry — and most people aren't paying attention yet. In this episode, we sit down with Neal Thompson, Account Manager/Field Sales Trainer for Cantrip, an award-winning cannabis beverage brand. Neal is on the front lines of this shift, and we get into what's actually driving the rise of infused drinks, how brands...

Today's episode features Scott Fitz, also known as The Ganja Guru — a cannabis chef with over 25 years of experience blending culinary expertise with infused cuisine. We get into his journey, the evolution of cannabis cooking, and what it takes to operate at a high level in this space. Find Scott on Instagram @scotty_fitzz @wizardsganjary Stay tuned for more deep dives into the culture. Subscribe...

In this episode, we sit down with Clint Palmer — a leader at the intersection of hemp science, policy, and business, and one of the original founders of the Southern Champions Cup. With a background in molecular bioscience research and large-scale cultivation, Clint has worked across genetics, compliance, and operations. Today, he leads Hemp Law Group under Litson PLLC, advising operators on regul...