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From Ultra-Marathons to Cannabis Strategy: Jenny Lamboy’s Hard-Won Journey What does it take to break your femur in a 50-mile race—and still become a leading voice in cannabis marketing? In this episode of The Canna Boss Babes , Jenny Lamboy, VP of Strategy at Hybrid Marketing, joins us to share her extraordinary path from sports journalism to building a 20+ person cannabis agency, guiding busines...

On this episode of The Canna Boss Babes , Ishqa sits down with Maria Moctezuma , a former cannabis educator turned real estate pro, and Dennis Cid , her mentor and partner in business. Together, they share real-world tips on navigating cannabis real estate , breaking through financial barriers, and creating opportunities for empowerment. From Maria’s journey from budtender to business owner to Den...

From hauling 50‑lb salt bags to becoming California’s cannabis compliance whisperer, Nicole Miller has seen it all. Try being the only woman in a room full of legacy‑to‑legal cannabis operators—Nicole (@chcompliance) has done it, and she’s turned that grit into a career helping operators stay compliant without losing their vibe. 🌱 In this episode of The Canna Boss Babes , we dive into: Her journe...

Diane Kessler has been shaping cannabis since the Prop 215 days —from La Brea Collective’s compassion program to leading iconic shops like Sherbinskis and Arts District Cannabis. 🌿 Hear her journey of legacy, leadership, and the plant that builds community. 🎧 Follow the podcast + watch the full video on YouTube for bonus clips!

In this powerful episode of The Canna Boss Babes , we sit down with attorney Victoria J. Cvitanovic , a former narcotics prosecutor turned fierce advocate for cannabis, psychedelic medicine, and patient rights. Victoria shares how a life-changing injury and her own experience with chronic pain led her to discover the healing potential of Ketamine-Assisted Therapy—shifting her legal career forever....

In this episode, I sit down with Ariane Williams, known as "The Kind Nurse" on social media, to explore her remarkable 18-year journey from emergency room nursing to becoming a leading advocate for plant medicine through EntheaCare, formerly Trusted Cannabis Nurse. Ariane shares her personal transformation story, including how she used cannabis and psilocybin to heal from chronic thyroid...

🌿 International Special! Join host Ishqa Hillman for an inspiring conversation with Sergio Bejar Martinez , CEO of Blimburn Seeds and BBG Projects . From selling at-home grow kits to leading 26 years of global cannabis seed distribution , Sergio shares: How trust and integrity built his international reputation The philosophy: “You don’t know what’s in the seed until it grows” Connecting Europe a...

Diagnosed with lupus as a young mom, Odilia Hernandez Underwood (MexiCanna RN) went from 12 prescriptions a day to living completely pharmaceutical‑free . In this powerful conversation, the veteran and board‑certified nurse coach shares how she worked with her doctors while embracing plant medicine, mindful nutrition, meditation, and grounding —and why she recently lobbied at Nebraska’s Capitol fo...

In this heartfelt and eye-opening episode, Ishqa sits down with Rachel Xin and Jean Tran at Hall of Flowers to explore the origins and mission of Juāna , a women-focused wellness brand rooted in Chinese heritage. From the thoughtful design and healing intent behind every product to the integration of Chinese medicinal herbs and adaptogens, Juāna offers more than cannabis—it offers a multi-sensory...

Transforming Cannabis Retail: An Interview with Lauren Fontein of The Artist TreeIn this episode, we meet Lauren Fontein, co-founder of The Artist Tree, at the Hall of Flowers event. Lauren discusses the mission behind The Artist Tree to create a warm and welcoming community space for cannabis consumers. The conversation explores the evolution of the cannabis retail experience, highlighting The Ar...

In this episode, I sit down with PR specialist and author Tara Coomans from Avaans Media to discuss the power of earned PR and storytelling in the cannabis industry. We dive into the challenges of cannabis marketing , how brands can navigate stigma, and the importance of building trust with consumers—especially women, who are often overlooked in dispensary buying decisions. Tara shares insights on...

In this episode of The Canna Boss Babes , host Ishqa welcomes Fame from Exhale Social Pro , a dynamic East Coast-based platform that shares a similar mission of supporting and empowering the cannabis community. The conversation dives into the inspiration behind Exhale Philly and the evolution of Exhale Social Pro , which offers resources, events, and professional networking opportunities designed...

In this powerful episode, multimedia journalist, host, and reporter Jackie Rae (@jackieraetv) joins us for a conversation you’ll want to listen to more than once. Known for her dynamic storytelling and commitment to social issues, Jackie shares her deep love for Long Beach while pulling back the curtain on the systemic issues that often go unnoticed. We dive into the importance of REAL news source...

Exciting Cannabis Projects and Events with Tamara: Cannabis Queens Book, Canna Spa Series, and More! In this episode, Ishqa shares their excitement about receiving the 'Cannabis Queens' book featuring stories of cannabis queens from around the world. They highlight their personal note from Mel and the additional goodies included. The discussion transitions into an enthusiastic chat with Tamara abo...

Hey Babes! Come meet Carl Saling from  @gethighday  This serial entrepreneur has been running his own businesses since his teens. He learned early on manual labor wasn’t for him and threw himself into door to door seafood sales - which he fervently believes every entrepreneur should do (with or without the seafood) because “if you don’t have sales you don’t have a business” Many years of mastering...

Navigating Payment Processing Challenges in the Cannabis Industry with Aubrey Amatelli In this episode of The Canna Boss Babes Podcast, host Ishqa Hillman converses with Aubrey Amatelli about her journey and challenges in becoming the number one payment processor in the cannabis industry through her company, PayRio payrio.co They discuss Aubrey's background at JPMorgan Chase, the importance of rel...

Welcome back to The Cannabas Babes Podcast, live from MJ BizCon on day three! Today, I’m joined by Nicole Lucian, co-founder of Bliss & Lex, a beautifully designed dispensary in Manhattan that’s redefining what cannabis retail can be. Nicole and her team are creating a welcoming, stigma-free environment that’s impacting lives and reshaping the cannabis experience. Let’s dive into her passion, visi...

Welcome back to The Canna Boss Babes Podcast! We’re coming to you from the bustling halls of MJ BizCon 2024 in Las Vegas, and today’s guest is a powerhouse innovator in the cannabis space: Missy Bradley, a journalist-turned-cannabis-entrepreneur from Ripple in Colorado. Missy shares her fascinating journey into the cannabis industry, Ripple’s science-driven product innovations, and her take on the...

Welcome back to The Canna Boss Babes Podcast! Today, I’m joined by the dynamic duo behind Blunt Strategies, Leili Fatehi and Laura Monn Ginsburg, who are shaping the future of cannabis policy in Minnesota. Together, they’ve helped craft the innovative “Minnesota Model,” an equitable and community-centered approach to cannabis legalization and business development. From their work advocating for le...

Hey Babes… I want you to tune in but first can you please go to  @freeharoldmorris3rd  and sign the petition in his bio https://bit.ly/4h1mTPf Ok, now come back to hear from Harold “Junior” Morris 3rd’s father on what life has been like advocating for his son’s release the last 5 years - including rewriting legislation in Maryland to help reduce his son’s sentence. A father of 4, Junior was an act...

Who takes care of the patients? This boss babe right here!  @nikkireds  started  @recompass_  from a deep desire to help patients when she saw how impactful 🌱 is for veterans. The past 2 1/2 years Nikki has been facilitating patient access by connecting brands and retailers with her vision of compassion but with over regulation it’s not been easy and she even found herself in seemingly hot water...

Hey Babes! When I say “Men are babes too” it’s because of guys like these - driven by collaboration over competition, by heart not greed, and by a desire to build for all, not just one. Please come hear what the magicians behind the @network_show have been conjuring for September 18 & 19th in Los Angeles where over 200 brands and 1000 retailers will come together and help each other grow throu...

Babes in the Bay is 2 weeks away! Come meet some of the amazing babes in the house  @manifestingpuravida   @kathleen_saucerman   @wwjasd  and hear what we are planning and most excited for! See you babes soon! Want to participate? DM or check out thecannabossbabes.com

@sysamonep  grew up with 🌱 in the garden and on her plate just like any other herb. Her mother often used it to flavor soups and other dishes. It wasn’t until the war on drugs that she knew anything was “wrong” with it. Having family support has been key as Sysamone has dedicated her life to fighting stigma and helping others heal with plant medicine, with an emphasis on making sure her community...

Hey Babes let’s talk about death & dying. No really, we don’t talk about it enough and it actually makes end of life soooo much harder. All the feels, all the paperwork, and way too much drama. It doesn’t have to be that way.  @cardamompath_  founders  @pamypam   @angelalockhart_ctfo  join us to share the biggest misconceptions and lessons around planning A Good Death. We talk about the import...