The Breakfast Connections Podcast

In Episode 54 of the Breakfast Connections Podcast, we're hanging out with John and the crew at DeMarino's Dispensary in Port Jervis, New York! We get into John's journey from the legacy market to opening his own dispensary, the ups and downs of New York's cannabis industry, and what makes DeMarino's such a cool spot. The conversation goes all over the place, from small-town life and old-school we...

In Episode 53 of the Breakfast Connections Podcast, Sam joins Paul and Tommy for a laid-back Sunday smoke session that goes everywhere from old-school weed and genetics to New York’s legal market and football. We spend the episode smoking through some different flower and talking about what’s actually standing out in New York right now. We get into OGs, haze, old-school genetics, growing, and what...

In Episode 52 of the Breakfast Connections Podcast, we’re back on the road in the Albany area with Casey from The Sauce NY. We talk life on the road, Casey’s journey from corporate sales into cannabis, building real relationships with dispensaries, and the changing New York market. We also get into independent brands vs. larger operators, pricing and quality, white labeling, regional smoking habit...

In Episode 51 of the Breakfast Connections Podcast, we’re live from a hotel room in Rochester, New York with Dr. Dankenstein. We dive into his journey through the legacy market, legal troubles, cultivation, the NY Growers Cup, and the realities of New York’s evolving cannabis industry. We also get into online controversies, life on the road, basketball, breakfast spots, and wrap things up with liv...

In Episode 49 of the Breakfast Connections Podcast, we take the show on the road to a hotel room in Binghamton for another honest and unfiltered conversation about the evolving cannabis industry. From comparing California's mature market to New York's emerging legal landscape to breaking down cost per gram, cultivation costs, and what it takes to build a successful cannabis brand, we explore what...

In Episode 48 of the Breakfast Connections Podcast, we take a trip to Leadfarmer HQ for one of our most technical and eye-opening conversations yet. From converting an old cattle farm into a thriving small-batch cultivation facility to dialing in irrigation, harvest timing, and environmental control, we get an inside look at what separates true craft cannabis from everything else on the shelf. We...

In Episode 47 of the Breakfast Connections Podcast, we are keeping the momentum rolling. We sit down with Holly and Megan from Windy Hill Wellness Dispensary to break down their transition from the CBD world to the legal cannabis market and the importance of community-focused business. From untold industry secrets to hilarious culture debates, we aren't holding back on the stories or the laughs. W...

In Episode 46 of the Breakfast Connections Podcast, we sit down with Rob and Alex, the powerhouse sales duo behind Golden Gardens and Revert. We dive deep into the early, "Wild West" days of New York's legal cannabis market—from hand-stickering kraft paper bags in a Saratoga garage to building genuine, lasting relationships with dispensaries across the state. We don't hold back on the stories. Rob...

We made the trip out to Holyoke, Mass to kick it with the homie, CMS Cap! In Episode 45 of the Breakfast Connections Podcast, we’re diving deep into the wild journey of taking a legacy hustle and turning it into a legal market powerhouse. Cap breaks down his Rhode Island roots—from popping his first seeds at 12 years old to running a hot dog cart hustle, and eventually building CMS Gardens into a...

Hanging in Maine with the homie! In Episode 44 of the Breakfast Connections Podcast, we're kicking back with Joel at The Paper Mill. We dive deep into his journey from the early hush-hush days of the 2006 Rhode Island medical scene to cultivating some of the most sought-after, top-tier craft cannabis and hash in Maine today. We’re lighting up some absolute fire, talking legacy genetics, and breaki...

Hanging in Maine with the homies! In Episode 43 of the Breakfast Connections Podcast, we're kicking back with Mission Hill Melts and Lobster Fam Farms to dive deep into the craft cannabis scene. From reminiscing about the golden era of California's Prop 215 to breaking down the "Maine Renaissance," this episode is packed with game for hash makers, growers, and true connoisseurs. We talk about the...

In Episode 042 of the Breakfast Connections Podcast, we sit down with Tommy V and My Brother Sam. We break down the unique profile of the "Strawberry Cream Cheese" strain, discuss the shift from industrial cultivation to the craft scene, and explore what it really takes to preserve top-tier quality in the rapidly shifting New York landscape. From heritage techniques to modern market strategies, th...

In Episode 041 of the Breakfast Connections Podcast, we’re joined by The Dank Stank x Golden Garden NY. We dive deep into the discipline of high-end cultivation, the transition from legacy to legal, and what it actually takes to maintain elite standards in the New York market. Whether you’re a connoisseur, a cultivator, or just curious about the craft behind the plant, this episode offers an unfil...

Hanging out with two of the best again. If you enjoy their company as much as I do, then you'll love this episode. This episode is brought to you by The Bakery Cannabis Dispensary located at 1099 Loudon Road Cohoes, New York. Most exclusive menu in New York, check them out! 👍 Don't forget to LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE for more episodes and exclusive deals. #TheRosinPress #CannabisCulture #Breakfa...

Had the chance to visit Eli at Elevate ADK. One of the best dispensaries in the state in one of the most beautiful parts of the state. Eli crushed it in legacy and he's crushing it now, definitely an episode to check out! This episode is brought to you by The Bakery Cannabis Dispensary located at 1099 Loudon Road Cohoes, New York. Most exclusive menu in New York, check them out! 👍 Don't forget to...

Happy New Year from Breakfast Connections! May your 2026 be full of buds and slappys. Haven't been up to Maine in a year, a lot has happened since then. Taking a moment with the homies Trav @lobsterfamfarms and Dylan @notfraktal to reflect, especially in times like these. This episode is brought to you by The Bakery Cannabis Dispensary located at 1099 Loudon Road Cohoes, New York. Most exclusive m...

The homie Pat introduced me to Dank; had a great time talking about selling weed, then and now and just navigating this industry. This episode is brought to you by The Bakery Cannabis Dispensary located at 1099 Loudon Road Cohoes, New York. Most exclusive menu in New York, check them out! 👍 Don't forget to LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE for more episodes and exclusive deals. #TheRosinPress #CannabisC...

What an absolute all star crew - Feeling a bit out of place on our own podcast here with all these growers! We shot this podcast outside on a beautiful day, smoking and talking grow, right after touring the facility Kolektor and Sensei Cultivation got going on. We also get a little bit into Touchdown Tommy joining us full time at Breakfast Connections, and much much more. This episode is brought t...

I learned a lot from Sean on this week's podcast, I know you will too! Make sure to go check out All Good Dispensary Flatbush Brooklyn, 3405 Avenue H This episode is brought to you by The Bakery Cannabis Dispensary located at 1099 Loudon Road Cohoes, New York. Most exclusive menu in New York, check them out! 👍 Don't forget to LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE for more episodes and exclusive deals. #TheR...

Honored to share some time with Steve from Trout & Co. Join us to hear Steve's story about his family's legacy, cultivation, and the well of which his passion and soul come from. This episode is brought to you by The Bakery Cannabis Dispensary located at 1099 Loudon Road Cohoes, New York. Most exclusive menu in New York, check them out! 👍 Don't forget to LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE for more ep...

A beautiful rainy day, the homie Pat from Royal Leaf, and some backporch blunts; what else can you ask for? This episode is brought to you by The Bakery Cannabis Dispensary located at 1099 Loudon Road Cohoes, New York. Most exclusive menu in New York, check them out! 👍 Don't forget to LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE for more episodes and exclusive deals. #TheRosinPress #CannabisCulture #BreakfastConne...

Had a great time hanging out with Cheyne from Greenery Spot, 246 Main St. Johnson City NY. This dispensary is really awesome and if you're from the West Coast you should definitely check it out. Always love getting to chill with people who love a breakfast sandwich just as much as I do. Sorry about the camera thing ✌️ This episode is brought to you by The Bakery Cannabis Dispensary located at 1099...

We got to check out the Leadfarmer grow last week. Phil is the man, and his crew is awesome; Tyler and Zrandon were cool af for hanging with us too. So dope to talk about the legacy days, learn about how cannabis plays into military and how it can be helpful for veterans, especially marines, and what it takes to navigate this New York legal market. This episode is brought to you by The Bakery Cann...

Smoking blunts on the golf course, can it get any better? It definitely can if you have the pleasure of being in company with Roger from Pitch Putt & Puff Podcast. This guy is all vibes, and you have to respect people who blend cannabis into their lifestyle. If you love breakfast, golf, and smoking weed, then this episode goes out to you. This episode is brought to you by The Bakery Cannabis D...

Smoking blunts on the golf course, can it get any better? It definitely can if you have the pleasure of being in company with Roger from Pitch Putt & Puff Podcast. This guy is all vibes, and you have to respect people who blend cannabis into their lifestyle. If you love breakfast, golf, and smoking weed, then this episode goes out to you. This episode is brought to you by The Bakery Cannabis D...