Cultural High

Josh Kesselman, the founder of RAW, discusses the importance of supporting legacy operators in the cannabis industry and the work being done by the Justice Foundation. He emphasizes the need to uplift and empower those who have been affected by the criminalization of cannabis and highlights the entrepreneurial skills and community connections that legacy operators bring to the industry. Kesselman...

The cannabis industry has seen significant growth and acceptance in recent years, with the legalization of marijuana spreading across the United States. While the West Coast initially dominated the legal cannabis market, the East Coast has quickly caught up, with many states implementing some form of legal marijuana, whether for medical or recreational use. However, as the industry expands, it is...

In the book Courage and Cannabis, Dr. Bridget Cole Williams explores the transformative power of cannabis through the personal stories of visionaries, patients, and advocates. As a board-certified physician specializing in family practice and cannabis medicine, Dr. Williams brings a unique perspective to the conversation surrounding medical cannabis. In this thought-provoking interview, she shares...

In this episode, we have David Miller, representing Flow Gardens, a leading hemp cultivation company based in Tennessee. David shares his journey and insights into the world of high-quality cannabis production. David Miller, the co-founder of Flow Gardens, has always been driven by a desire to make a positive impact on people's lives. After a successful career in the financial industry, he rea...

Erik Christiansen is a renowned cannabis photographer who has captured the beauty and essence of the plant through his lens. With a career spanning over a decade, he has worked on various projects, including the highly acclaimed books "Green: A Field Guide to Marijuana" and "Higher: The Lore, Legends, and Legacy of Cannabis." In this interview, Erik shares his love for cannabis and...

In recent years, the cannabis industry has experienced a significant shift in public perception and acceptance. What was once stigmatized as a recreational drug is now being recognized for its potential medicinal benefits. As the industry evolves, new innovations are emerging, pushing the boundaries of what cannabis can offer. One such breakthrough is the development of a synthetic analog of THC,...

Dr. Robert Silver, a veterinarian with expertise in alternative therapies, discusses the use of medicinal mushrooms and cannabis for pets. He introduces Real Mushrooms, a Canadian company that specializes in growing and processing medicinal mushrooms under USDA organic standards. Dr. Silver explains the difference between real mushrooms and powdered grain and mycelium products that are often sold...

Alleh Lindquist is the CEO of Floraworks, a company focused on cannabinoid therapeutics for health and wellness. With a background in chemistry, Alleh and her team have been working on developing a pathway to produce CBN at scale. They are dedicated to unlocking the therapeutic potential of cannabinoids and understanding how they interact with the human body. Alleh Lindquist, the CEO of Floraworks...

Nate Siegel, VP of Operations for Ocho Extracts, joins the show to discuss his journey in the hemp-based cannabinoid industry. He shares how he got involved in the space and the challenges of staying relevant in a rapidly changing industry. Nate explains the science behind Delta Eight and other cannabinoids and how they can produce psychotropic effects similar to THC. He also discusses the evoluti...

Assad and Razia, founders of ZAR Wellness, share their personal experiences with chronic insomnia and rheumatoid arthritis and how hemp-derived CBD products transformed their lives. They emphasize the importance of knowing the source of CBD products and providing quality and safe options for consumers. ZAR Wellness has 24 locations across Texas, offering a welcoming and educational environment for...

Dustin Robinson, founder of Mr. Cannabis Law, discusses the impact of AI on the legal industry and how his firm is utilizing this technology in the cannabis and psychedelic space. He explains that AI can streamline activities such as application drafting, client intake, and billing, ultimately reducing time spent and providing more cost-effective services to clients. Dustin also highlights the com...

Nathan Johnson, CEO of Vern Bioanalytics, discusses the challenges of treating cancer and the potential of cannabis in cancer research. He explains that cancer is a result of cells not receiving the right signals to stop dividing and that there are various mechanisms involved in tumor growth.  Nathan emphasizes the importance of understanding cannabis and its complex components in order to effecti...

Tia Moskalenko, a writer for Ask Growers, shares her experiences with cannabis and discusses the current state of cannabis legalization in Ukraine. She emphasizes the importance of educating people about cannabis and its potential benefits.  Tia also highlights the need for relaxation and mental health support, especially for those affected by the war in Ukraine. She expresses her hope for the fut...

Back for Part 2! While testing out some products they continue discussing their experiences with corporations in the cannabis industry, including their involvement in different states and the challenges they face.  Brandon explains the concept behind TCK Genetics and the value of holding onto genetics in a market dominated by corporations.  They also discuss the cannabis scene in Phoenix and their...

On today's episode, they discuss their experiences with corporations in the cannabis industry, including their involvement in different states and the challenges they face. They talk about their time working on a cannabis talk show and the importance of education in the industry.  Brandon explains the concept behind TCK Genetics and the value of holding onto genetics in a market dominated by c...

Stephen Gray is an author, editor, event organizer and speaker, and ceremony leader. He has been deeply involved with spiritual practices and sacramental (psychedelic) medicine work for over 40 years, including Tibetan Buddhism, the Native American Church (peyote prayer ceremonies), and ayahuasca.  Stephen is an influential figure in the Sacramento psychedelic and cannabis space, having been an ed...

Clearmind Medicine has, and continues to build, a culture of world-leading innovators in novel psychedelics. Learn more about the team we’ve created so far. Dr. Adi Zuloff-Shani is a Biomedical Research and Development Executive with a vast experience with over 20 years of strategic and operational leadership in the healthcare industry and a deep understanding of therapeutics development in heavil...

Today we speak with Gelato CEO and Co-Founder George Sadler to discuss the future of the brand. From his massive success with his son Cody launching and selling House of Platinum, to his new father and son venture at Gelato, George has been an industry giant in California since the first time he stepped foot in the scene. Expanding its edible lineup with the waffle cone and infused chocolate treat...

Michael Sassano was an early investor in the United States cannabis industry and now heads SOMAÍ Pharmaceuticals, a next-generation biotech company centered on the cultivation, manufacturing, and distribution of GMP-certified cannabinoid-containing pharmaceutical products throughout the European Union. SOMAÍ opened Europe’s largest cannabis manufacturing facility earlier this year in Lisbon, Portu...

The SLANG portfolio is strategically structured to produce uniquely positioned, scalable brands and products in some of the highest-volume cannabis consumable categories. Their portfolio consists of 3 distinct CPG brands, 1 retail brand, and a product portfolio of 30 SKUs that have a proven track record of success.  SLANG's products are regularly on the leaderboard as top performers in the sta...

On today's show, Brice continues his chats with the CEO of Tck Genetics, Brandon Barberio. Today they highlight the issue of false advertising in the industry, with some dispensaries claiming high THC percentages and strains that may not be accurate. Brandon stresses the importance of education and working with knowledgeable budtenders to find specific medicinal strains with desired terpene co...

On today's show, Brice chats with the CEO of Tck Genetics, Brandon Barberio part one of a two-part episode. Today he talks about how they had recently gone from a US senator to a renowned breeder and geneticist who had co-created some of the cannabis strains that we smoke nowadays. The breeder works with heirloom genetics, and some of the craft stuff that was produced was priced very high. Oun...

Sharif Street (Democratic Party) is a member of the Pennsylvania State Senate, representing District 3. He assumed office on December 1, 2016. His current term ends on November 30, 2024. Street (Democratic Party) ran for election to the U.S. Senate to represent Pennsylvania. He did not appear on the ballot for the Democratic primary on May 17, 2022. Sharif Street was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylv...

"Ashley Marie Santos, known professionally as Ash Santos, is an American actress. Ash was born in the Bronx, New York. Her father, a former Special Victims Unit Detective in Manhattan, is Dominican and Puerto Rican, and her mother is originally from the Dominican Republic. Ash was primarily raised in the small town of Montgomery, NY. She always expressed an interest in acting, although she nev...

Arvida Labs is a leading manufacturer of rare cannabinoids. They are able to create phytocannabinoids via chemistry vs chromatography at scale. Using their patent-pending processes they have shown the ability to modify the chemical structure of CBD & CBG into the following rare cannabinoids: D8, D9, D10, THCv, THC-O-Acetate, Hexahydroxycannabinol, CBND, CBC, CBN.  Some of these cannabinoids ar...