I Smoke New York

Meet Lindsey, a New York legend whose roots run deep in both legacy and licensed cannabis. For the first time ever, she opens up about her incredible journey and how she turned her one-of-a-kind background into an award-winning cultivation career. Guest: Lindsey (Major, Felas, Epiphany, The Grow Room) Hosted by: Ben ALL CAPS, The Kolektor, and Sensei Cultivation  Sponsored by: Contact  ismokenewyo...

The crew discuss the cannabis on Instagram situation, the latest New York Growers Cup details, Sensei and Kolektor's trip to Sacramento, the latest NY cannabis news, and so much more Hosted by: Ben ALL CAPS, The Kolektor, and Sensei Cultivation  Sponsored by: Contact ismokenewyork@gmail.com Production by: Gasroots  https://gasroots.co ISNY links: https://linktr.ee/isny NY Craft Association:  https...

The crew give updates on their licensed market challenges, discuss the latest cannabis news, highlight NY micros, and generally try to stay positive through it all! Hosted by: Ben ALL CAPS, The Kolektor, Dr. Dankenstein, and Sensei Cultivation  Sponsored by: The Bakery - Cohoes, NY Production by: Gasroots https://gasroots.co ISNY links: https://linktr.ee/isny NY Craft Association:  https://newyork...

David Polley, founder of Preferred Gardens and a cultivator with over 20 years of experience, joins the ISNY crew live in front of a studio audience for a deep dive into the cannabis industry. From securing the right investors to the importance of ash color, this episode is stacked! Hosted by: Ben ALL CAPS, The Kolektor, Dr. Dankenstein, and Sensei Cultivation Special Guest: David Polley, Preferre...

The hosts reunite to discuss the harsh realities of going licensed in NY, announce the NY Craft Association , check in on the latest NY cannabis news, test each other on how well they know the NY licensed market, and a whole lot more! Hosted by: Ben ALL CAPS, The Kolektor, Dr. Dankenstein, and Sensei Cultivation __________________________________________ Production by: Gasroots gasroots.co Recorde...

This 4/20, both coasts are represented as Ted Lidie of Alien Labs and T.H.Caeczar of N.Y.Ceeds join the crew to talk small batch vs MSOs, federal legalization, spray packs, and what it takes to excel in today's market.  Hosted by: Ben ALL CAPS, The Kolektor (absent), Dr. Dankenstein, and Sensei Cultivation Ted Lidie, Alien Labs alienlabs.org instagram.com/returnofthealien T.H. Caeczar, N.Y.Ceeds i...

Sal from Zooted, Inc joins the crew to discuss judging quality cannabis and to blind sample 4 jars of NY's licensed weed in a segment we call, "Off the Shelves, Into Our Lungs" Hosted by: Ben ALL CAPS, The Kolektor (absent), Dr. Dankenstein, and Sensei Cultivation Guests: Sal, Zooted Inc https://www.zootednyc.com/ Production by: Gasroots https://www.gasroots.co/ Recorded at: Office Hours Links: Co...

On location from the 3rd annual NYCRA Industry Event, the crew discuss the latest in NY cannabis and are joined by special guests, Aaron Ghitelman, former OCM Deputy Director of Communications, and Eli Emery, Owner/Operator of Elevate ADK dispensary in Saranac Lake. Hosted by:  Ben ALL CAPS, The Kolektor, Dr. Dankenstein, and Sensei Cultivation (absent). Guests:   Aaron Ghitelman, Former OCM Deput...

The crew discuss the 2024 New York Growers Cup, share their first licensed drop experiences, debate the state of New York licensing, talk dispensary finances and much more! Hosted by: Ben ALL CAPS, The Kolektor, Dr. Dankenstein, and Sensei Cultivation. Production by: Gasroots https://www.gasroots.co/ Recorded at Office Hours  https://linktr.ee/isny  

After the 2024 New York Growers Cup has wrapped, 3 elite NY growers joined the crew to discuss their victories and what comes next. Guests: Tap Root Fields 1st Place in Sweets  The Mechanics Farm 2nd Place in Sweets  Semper Frosty 2nd Place Sour & 2nd Place Gas Hosted by: Ben ALL CAPS, The Kolektor, Dr. Dankenstein, and Sensei Cultivation. Production by: Gasroots https://www.gasroots.co/ Recorded...

I Smoke New York: Episode 12 - GAK With the New York Growers Cup around the corner, the crew give out some last minute details, talk about the latest New York cannabis news, and answer viewer questions. In the second half, Ben and Kolektor are joined by the literal kings of graffiti art, GAK. If you've ever wondered about THOSE stickers around New York (and the world), this is the episode for you....

The growers are licensed and the masks are off! Ben and Sensei give us some background on themselves, and the whole crew talk answer your questions about mold, white labeling, and more! Hosted by: Ben ALL CAPS, The Kolektor, Dr. Dankenstein, and Sensei Cultivation. Production by: Gasroots https://www.gasroots.co/ Recorded at Office Hours https://linktr.ee/isny

Ben, Kolektor, Dank, and Sensei discuss the latest in NY cannabis news, including NYC Mayor Adams burning tons of confiscated cannabis and the NY Times article on why licensed weed is so expensive. They also play, "What is the Weed Sprayed With?", talk about what's smoking right now and so much more! Hosted by: Ben ALL CAPS, The Kolektor, Dr. Dankenstein, and Sensei Cultivation.  Production by: Ga...

If you're curious about what's happening in New York's licensed cannabis industry, this episode is for you. Ben, Kolektor, Dank, and Sensei dive into the latest OCM news, preview upcoming developments in the New York marketplace, provide updates on their own licensing journeys, highlight some of the NY's best cannabis of the summer, and so much more! Hosted by: Ben ALL CAPS, The Kolektor, Dr. Dank...

Ben, Kolektor, Dank, and Sensei discuss the latest in NY cannabis, including the lastest OCM and DASNY developments, the hosts' license status, and the shuttering of MetroBud while joined by the owners themselves! Hosted by: Ben ALL CAPS, The Kolektor, Dr. Dankenstein, and Sensei Cultivation. Special Guests: Joe and Jason from MetroBud Production: Gasroots https://www.gasroots.co/ Recorded at Offi...

Ben, Kolektor, Dank, and Sensei discuss the latest in NY cannabis, including how NYC has become the premier 4/20 destination, fresh OCM controversies, federal rescheduling, the first 2024 New York Growers Cup preview, and more!

Legendary legacy grower Blackrabbit joins us to discuss his early days in the New York scene and how he expects the future to unfold. Hosted by: Ben ALL CAPS, The Kolektor, Dr. Dankenstein, and Sensei Cultivation. Production by: Gasroots @gas_root

Ben, Kolektor, Dank, and Sensei return from Barcelona and talk all things Spannabis 2024. They also talk 4/20 in New York, the latest OCM controversies and so much more! Hosted by: Ben ALL CAPS, The Kolektor, Dr. Dankenstein, and Sensei Cultivation. Production by: Gasroots  https://www.gasroots.co/ Recorded at D9 Reserve:  https://www.instagram.com/d9_reserve/ https://linktr.ee/isny

Ben, Kolektor, Dank, and Sensei give updates on their licensing status (someone has good news) and what comes next on their journeys from legacy to legal.  They also meet a spray pack fan, give advice on growing/starting a brand, and shout-out what's smokin'! Hosted by: Ben ALL CAPS, The Kolektor, Dr. Dankenstein, and Sensei Cultivation.  Production by: Gasroots https://www.gasroots.co/ Recorded a...

Ben and Dank sit down with Damian and learn how he got started in cannabis, and with the New York State Office of Cannabis Management.  They discuss the criticisms with the legal rollout so far, and the outlook for the future. Hosted by: Ben ALL CAPS, The Kolektor, Dr. Dankenstein, and Sensei Cultivation. Production by: Gasroots @gas_root  

The New York Growers Cup 2023 is over and the co founders get together to discuss the event, the winners and aftermath of the premier cannabis competition in New York.  Also, as applicants themselves, the crew talk about the current state of the legal licensing process in New York. Hosted by: Ben ALL CAPS, The Kolektor, Dr. Dankenstein, and Sensei Cultivation. Production by: Gasroots @gas_root  

Learn how the cofounders of The New York Growers Cup met, and hear their thoughts on New York State legalization so far: What it means for growers, consumers and the culture.  The crew also discuss The 2023 New York Growers Cup awards show and reception on Friday, December 1st, what's smokin', and much more! Hosted by: Ben ALL CAPS, The Kolektor, Dr. Dankenstein, and Sensei Cultivation.  Productio...