Best Mso Podcasts (2025)

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Schedule III Changes Everything — This Is Just the Beginning 38:13

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Schedule III isn’t the finish line. It’s the starting gun. The EO said a lot — but most operators aren’t ready for what it actually means. This week we sit down with Zach Edge and Dr. Matthew Moore to break down: Why Schedule III is guidance, not rules — and why the real impact comes during rulemaking What GMP, CFR, and pharmaceutical-grade manufac…

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Cannabis Schedule III Breakdown: What It Means for Policy, Capital Markets, and Investors 1:15:08

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This is a line-in-the-sand moment for legal cannabis. In this episode of Higher Exchanges, Jesse Redmond and Morgan Paxhia break down the Schedule III announcement alongside policy expert Hirsh Jain and capital markets veteran Scott Grossman. We unpack what just happened, why it matters, and what could come next for cannabis policy and markets. We …

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2025 Cannabis Investing Review & 2026 Preview 1:38:20

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We’re fresh back from MJBiz and breaking down everything: the people we saw, the energy on the floor, standout moments, and yes—Jesse’s run-in with the “Angry” hot chicken. Each of us shares the surprises that caught our attention this year, along with our biggest learnings from the conference. From there, we shift into a forward-looking conversati…

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Inside SNDL’s Hidden Scale: Global Reach & Supply Chain Powerhouse ft. Tyler Robson 33:22

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SNDL is much bigger than most people realize — with global distribution, massive extraction capacity, and a diversified retail and manufacturing engine that touches nearly every part of the cannabis supply chain. This week we sit down with Tyler Robson, President of SNDL, to break down: • How SNDL became a global manufacturing and retail powerhouse…

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Ep114: How Doctors Can Access Fair Loans and Build Successful Practices: Financial Freedom with Doc2Doc CEO Dr. Zwade Marshall - Part 2 59:08

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This is Part 2 of our conversation with Dr. Zwade Marshall and the final episode for a while as Dr. Disha begins a new chapter, opening her own Direct Primary Care practice. Dr. Zwade Marshall is an Emory and Harvard trained anesthesiologist, interventional pain specialist, CMO of Regenerative Spine and Pain Specialists, and co-founder and CEO of D…

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You’re Thinking About Debt Wrong: The Secret to Smart Financing ft. Adam Stettner 53:52

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Most operators think debt is dangerous. But what if the real problem is how we think about it? The opposite is true: when used correctly, debt is the single biggest growth lever in cannabis. Every major industry scales on borrowed capital — cannabis is the only one still trying to do it alone. This week we sit down with Adam Stettner to discuss: • …

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Ep113: How Doctors Can Access Fair Loans and Build Successful Practices: Financial Freedom with Doc2Doc CEO Dr. Zwade Marshall 38:19

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In today's episode, Dr. Disha Spath sits down with Dr. Zwade Marshall—Emory- and Harvard-trained anesthesiologist, interventional pain specialist, CMO of Regenerative Spine and Pain Specialists, and co-founder/CEO of Doc2Doc Lending, a lending platform built by doctors for doctors. Dr. Marshall shares the real story behind why traditional banks mis…

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What the Hemp Is Going On? — with Whitt Steineker 1:07:52

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Today on Higher Exchanges, Jesse and Morgan sit down with Whitt Steineker, Partner at Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP, to break down the major regulatory shifts impacting hemp, cannabis, and the broader U.S. market. We cover: What just happened to the U.S. hemp market — why it happened, what it means, and when enforcement may hit. How new hemp rul…

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How LEVEL Delivers Effects-Based Cannabis Tablets ft. Chris Emerson 48:17

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Everyone in cannabis talks about effects-based products — almost no one can deliver them consistently. Repeatable experiences require precision and formulation discipline that looks a lot more like pharma than cannabis. And here’s why: most operators don’t treat in-house analytics as essential. But that’s the mistake. Process control isn’t optional…

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What Tobacco and Alcohol Taught Me About Cannabis. ft. Nick Kenny 40:58

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Tobacco and alcohol are already laying the groundwork for cannabis — building IP, infrastructure, and data. Nick Kenney breaks down what legacy industries already understand — how regulated markets are built, and why readiness always beats speed. This week we sit down with Nick Kenny to discuss: • How tobacco and alcohol are entering cannabis • The…

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The Amazon of THC, How Edibles.com Will Take Cannabis National, ft. Thomas Winstanley 52:57

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Before Target and DoorDash, Edible Arrangements joined the cannabinoid space. Supply chains look a lot different when you can lean on national infrastructure, logistics, and distribution that already exist. Through Edibles.com, the company is using that foundation to build access — curating top brands and letting customers shop the way they underst…

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Q3 Earnings Review with LEEF Brands CEO Micah Anderson 1:04:54

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In this episode, we sit down with Micah Anderson, CEO of LEEF Brands (CSE: LEEF | OTCQB: LEEEF), to break down the company’s Q3 2025 financial results and what’s driving its turnaround story. LEEF delivered a standout quarter with revenue up 24% year-over-year to $8.4M, gross margins doubling to 45%, and the company generating positive adjusted EBI…

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Introducing Singular: How Active's Modular Vape Platform Changes Everything ft. Alex Kwon 44:03

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What happens when years of iteration, engineering, and a unique understanding of the plant align? In cannabis, building hardware is walking a tightrope — precision, timing, and vision all matter. Singular, the latest release from Active710, connects that entire loop. While most will gravitate toward its sleek, modular design, the real story lies in…

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Cannabis Done Right with Jetty CEO Ron Gershoni 58:37

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In this episode of Higher Exchanges, we sit down with Ron Gershoni, CEO and co-founder of Jetty Extracts — one of California’s longest-standing cannabis brands — to explore what it takes to build, protect, and scale a cannabis brand in today’s challenging market. We cover: 🚀 Jetty’s founding story and lessons from a decade of brand building 💨 From …

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The Lyft Playbook for Cannabis: Building Trust Through Tech ft. Ashwin Raj 48:05

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What happens when a Silicon Valley exec who helped Lyft rewrite the rules brings that same playbook to cannabis? This week we sit down with Ashwin Raj, CEO of LeafLink, to break down how disciplined tech thinking and first-principle strategy can reshape a fragmented industry. In this episode: • How Lyft’s regulatory battles mirror cannabis today • …

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Ep112: Turning Fear into Financial Freedom: Dr. Elaine Stageberg on Building Passive Income 53:20

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In this inspiring episode of Finding Financial Freedom, host Dr. Disha Spath sits down with Dr. Elaine Stageberg, co-owner and principal of Black Swan Real Estate, to explore how she turned one rental property into a half-billion-dollar real estate empire—all while raising five kids and maintaining a career in psychiatry. Dr. Elaine's journey from …

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Built for Consolidation, Guided by Icahn-Like Discipline, and Poised for Cannabis’ Next Iteration, ft Jared Maloof 46:45

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Setbacks early on can reshape everything. They can alter your future strategy, shift your appetite for risk, and — if you’re patient — quietly set you up for success while others chase growth at any cost. As with any company, “figuring it out” is part of the job. And sometimes, that figuring it out happens faster than you’d ever hope. The challenge…

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Minnesota's New Era with Aaron Edelheit 1:16:24

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Minnesota just launched adult-use cannabis sales — and the market could quickly become one of the most lucrative in the U.S. Jesse Redmond and Morgan Paxhia sit down with Aaron Edelheit, CEO of Mindset Capital, to unpack why Minnesota’s cannabis rollout is so unique and what it means for operators, investors, and policy watchers. In this episode: M…

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Chris Ball: Betting It All — What It Really Takes to Build a Brand With Your Name on It: Pain, Patience, and Relentless Faith 56:26

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Building something that lasts takes more than money — it takes self-belief, grit, and the willingness to keep pushing forward when easier options present themselves. Putting your name on it only adds to the weight — and the responsibility — to make it work. As with anything worth doing, there are difficult moments along the journey that demand a le…

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Ep111: Medical Student Debt after OBBB: RAP Rules, PSLF Updates, and Refi Strategy 37:38

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Big changes are here for student loans—and if you're a doctor, student, or high-debt professional, this episode could save you thousands. Dr. Disha Spath sits down with Aaron Smith, co-founder of Savi and longtime student loan policy advocate, to break down the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and what it really means for your financial future. Aaron has…

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$28.4 Billion Dollar Hemp Industry Can’t Be Put Back in the Bottle ft Jim Higdon 47:52

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California wants to ban hemp. Texas is protecting it. Spritz and Big Alcohol are lobbying to crush it. The enemy of my enemy is my friend? Not in the cannabinoid space. The hemp industry stands at a crossroads. With federal clarity still missing, states pulling in opposite directions, and Big Alcohol leaning on lawmakers, billions are at stake in h…

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Largest Medical Cannabis & Cancer Study Ever: Can These Findings Push Rescheduling? ft Ryan Castle 48:40

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If you were given some of the worst news in the world, wouldn’t you expect your doctors to use every tool available? What if one of those tools could save millions of lives—and the science is already here? The world’s largest medical cannabis and cancer study—10,000 papers, ranked in the top 5% globally—shows overwhelming evidence that cannabis has…

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The Future of Intoxicating Hemp with Tucker Johnson 1:19:43

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What’s really driving the rise of intoxicating hemp—and where is it headed next? In this episode, we sit down with Tucker Johnson, whose career spans CFO roles at Lil Wayne’s cannabis company and the Emerald Cup, Head of Finance & Cannabis Lead at British American Tobacco, and consulting for top hemp operators. Tucker brings a rare perspective from…

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Ep110: How to Start a Physician-Owned MSO for Direct Primary Care: Legal Guardrails, Employer Contracts & Growth Tips with Dr. Natalie Gentile 31:47

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Most physicians dream of independence but dread the isolation and heavy lift of running a solo practice. What if there were a way to share infrastructure, lighten the load, and still maintain your autonomy? In this episode, Dr. Disha Spath sits down with special interviewer Dr. Dan Sooriabalan and guest Dr. Natalie Gentile to explore how managed se…

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Strategy Truths & Lies, Mature Industries Already Know ft. Mitchell Osak 56:08

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Cannabis is chaotic by design. Vertical integration forces operators to run six or seven businesses at once — then replicate that model across states with different regulations, all without economies of scale. It’s no wonder the industry feels messy. The bigger problem? Too many companies are chasing the wrong metrics and ignoring the lessons other…

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THC Is an Ingredient, Where Pharma, MSOs & Hemp Collide, ft. Zach Edge 43:08

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THC is an ingredient. Cannabinoids will be treated like standardized inputs across pharma, licensed cannabis, and hemp—and the future winners are hedging until there’s clarity. What got you here won’t get you there. The next phase needs a new playbook: ops tweaks aren’t enough; strategy has to change. Near term, expect Schedule III to unlock e-phar…

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Building Momentum with Aaron Miles, CIO of Verano 1:15:47

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Join us on Higher Exchanges for an insightful conversation with Aaron Miles, Chief Investment Officer of Verano Holdings Corp., as we dive into the evolving landscape of the cannabis industry. With over 20 years of financial expertise, he shares how Verano continues to navigate challenges and seize opportunities. Q2 2025 Financial Highlights We bre…

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Sensory Science Unlocked, Beyond THC, Inside True Terpenes ft. Dan Cook 51:32

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$8 billion in products hit shelves each year with True Terpenes inside. The real edge? Turning sensory science—backed by data—into products that connect and fill clear gaps in the market. We break down what cannabis can borrow from wine (shared language, guided discovery), where that analogy stops, and why toxicology and standards are the new trust…

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Ep109: Your 401(k) Isn't Free: How to Find and Cut Hidden Fees (Form 5500 Guide for Doctors) 40:44

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Most of us assume our 401k plans are free because we never see a bill. But hidden fees—record keeping, custodial, administration, and advisory costs—can silently erode your retirement savings over time. In this episode, Dr. Disha Spath sits down with forensic 401k consultant Paul Sippel to uncover how these costs work, why they're so hard to detect…

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Dr. Greenhouse: The #1 Mistake Killing Your Plants ft. Nadia Sabeh 1:03:19

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What if keeping the room a little too dry is killing your plants? Humidity—and the HVAC that controls it—drives plant health, but air isn’t uniform across the room. The fix isn’t more AC; it’s dialing VPD so humidity, lights, airflow, and irrigation work together. Get it wrong and you lose yield and fail tests; get it right and buds stay sticky, he…

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Elevating the Game with Jamie Medola 1:01:11

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We are excited to have Jamie Mendola on the show for the first time. You know Jamie from his leadership roles at AYR, he was a board member at Glass House Brands, and before cannabis, he was an accomplished investor in the hedge-fund world. Here's what we’ll cover: 🚀 First cannabis SPAC (CSAC) in 2017 🏗️ Lessons from Ayr Wellness on M&A & s…

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Ep108: Direct Primary Care: Dream Job or Disaster? Lessons from Burnout to Building a Thriving DPC Practice with Monica McKittrick 34:04

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Is burnout making you question your future in medicine? You're not alone. For many physicians, the pressures of traditional healthcare lead to stress, exhaustion, and a loss of purpose. But what if there was another way? In this powerful episode of The Finding Financial Freedom Podcast, host Dr. Disha Spath sits down with Monica McKitterick, a phys…

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Richie Proud on the iAnthus Turnaround: Why Selling Arizona Fueled Core-Market Growth 55:05

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What if the smartest growth move is cutting—on purpose? Turnarounds aren’t financial stories—they’re operational ones. Growth-at-all-costs is out. The new playbook: prune non-core assets, concentrate resources in high-return states, and speed the path from cultivation to checkout. This week we sit down with Richie Proud, CEO of iAnthus, to discuss:…

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Secrets Behind Failed Cannabis Builds: Where Every Team Needs to Look Now ft. David Fettner 49:36

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Most cannabis facilities fail before the first wall goes up. Most assume it’s because of money — but they’re wrong. It’s because no one asked the right questions. The question you need to ask now is: Where should we be looking to set ourselves up for long-term success? Asking the right questions is critical — because decisions made for today can be…

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Ep107: Maximize Your HSA: How Smart Health Plan Choices & Price Transparency Can Boost Retirement Savings 48:33

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Welcome back to the Finding Financial Freedom Podcast with Dr. Disha Spath. Today, we're joined by Carl Hall CFA, a wealth advisor at CapTrust who helps individuals and families manage their financial lives and achieve their unique goals. CapTrust specializes in delivering financial planning, portfolio management, and investment advice—helping clie…

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Tier One MSO Earnings – Q2 2025 Highlights 1:38:00

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In this episode, we kick things off with a quick market update, highlighting the recent surge in MSOS ETF momentum, institutional inflows, and what’s been driving cannabis stocks higher since late June. We then dive into AYR Wellness’s restructuring agreement—what it means, how the credit bid process works, and why it could set the tone for distres…

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The ROI of Pre-Roll Automation: Scaling Quality, Reducing Labor, and Hitting 20K+ a Day ft. Shahar Yamay 39:00

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Every investment is just an ROI calculator. Automation feels risky—until you run the numbers. It doesn’t kill craftsmanship—it scales it. Growing your pre-roll category usually means balancing sales growth with hand-filling teams to maintain quality. But what if you could do both? What if you could leverage best-in-class automation to hit your numb…

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Keep Your Eye on Ohio: Why California’s Failures Are Michigan’s Success, and the Global Cannabis Landscape ft. Hirsh Jain 56:44

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What’s the real goal of a legal cannabis market? If it’s to replace the illicit market, create safe access, and drive tax revenue—then why is California, the world’s 4th largest economy, failing while Michigan is thriving? Despite California’s size and cultural dominance, cannabis sales are shrinking, cities are refusing to opt in, and the illicit …

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Ep106: That One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB): Taxes, Loans, and DPC Eligibility 49:19

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In this episode, Dr. Disha Spath is joined by his husband Josh Spath to break down the sweeping legislation dubbed "The Big Beautiful Bill," passed on July 4th—and what it could mean for your medical practice, finances, and future. From Medicaid and CHIP cuts to student loan shifts and personal tax changes, Josh and Disha unpack the potential rippl…

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The Cannabis Titanic: The Reset Ahead, Matt Karnes on What the Numbers Say 43:04

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Debt is coming due — and we’re approaching a point of no return. At this stage, it’s not if there will be fallout — it’s who survives it. The surface-level view of the cannabis industry hides deep financial issues that only become clear when you dig into the numbers. And that’s exactly what Matt Karnes has been doing for years. From cash flow strai…

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Know What You Own Starring Scott Grossman 58:38

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This week on Higher Exchanges, we dive into the chaos and clarity surrounding cannabis reform, capital markets, and hemp regulation. Joining us is Scott Grossman of Turning Point Brands for a timely roundtable on what’s real, what’s noise, and what could actually move the needle. 🔍 Topics include: Schedule 3 speculation: Who’s driving the renewed c…

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Organigram’s Competitive Edge: Paolo De Luca on BAT, M&A Strategy, and the Cannabis Long Game 54:43

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Built to last. That’s not just a slogan — it’s a strategy. In an industry driven by short-term survival, the cannabis space often feels like a rollercoaster. Financial pressures and market volatility push companies to chase quarters instead of building moats. But what if you could play the long game? What if you could invest in domain knowledge, de…

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Ep105: The Mindset of the Entrepreneurial Physician with Dr. Ryan Smolarz 39:45

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Welcome back to the Finding Financial Freedom Podcast with Dr. Disha Spath. Today's guest is Dr. Joseph Ryan Smolarz, M.D., M.B.A.—a board-certified surgeon turned social entrepreneur with a powerful story of reinvention. In this episode, Dr. Ryan shares his candid financial journey, from the operating room to business school, and how embracing ent…

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New York is Rising Starring Jeff Schultz 1:28:26

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In this episode, we sit down with leading cannabis attorney Jeff Schultz, Partner at Foley Hoag, to unpack the real story on New York's adult-use market—what’s working, what’s broken, and where the industry goes from here. We cover: 🔹 The Good: - New York’s adult-use cannabis market is scaling fast—projected to hit $1.5–- $2B+ in 2026, up from just…

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The Michelin-Star Experience? Gibran Washington on What Customers Actually Want 49:52

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What if buying cannabis felt more like a Michelin-star dining experience than a traditional retail transaction? Where the staff doesn’t just sell—they guide, educate, and tailor every recommendation to how you want to feel. No guessing. Just clarity, confidence, and trust—rooted in science-backed evidence. That’s the vision behind Ethos Cannabis. W…

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AI in Cannabis Commerce Is Here — But Jane’s Doing It Their Way with Socrates Rosenfeld 50:02

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AI is reshaping every corner of commerce — and in cannabis, where the pace is chaotic and change can be difficult, thoughtful integration is even harder. We’re in the middle of a digital transformation as profound as the rise of the internet. In a space where “speed and size” used to win, the new game is endurance. Because to finish first, you have…

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Ep104: Retire Often: How Mini-Retirements Can Supercharge Your Life and Career 44:46

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Welcome back to Finding Financial Freedom with Dr. Disha Spath! In today's episode, we're reimagining the traditional path to retirement with the powerful idea of mini-retirements. Instead of waiting decades to enjoy your life, what if you could take intentional breaks throughout your career to recharge, pivot, and pursue passions? Dr. Disha is joi…

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Trump, Texas SB3 & the Rescheduling Timeline: Jim Higdon on What Comes Next 48:46

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Prohibition is dead — and Texas just proved it. The recent SB3 vote signaled the start of something much bigger. While hemp and cannabis operate in very different styles, both are ultimately pushing toward the same goal: a sensible framework for a one-plant solution. The how? I’ll leave that to people way smarter than me. But the genie is NOT going…

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Conquering the Universe with Ted Lidie, Founder of Alien Labs 1:08:43

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In this episode of Higher Exchanges, we sit down with Ted Lidie, founder of Alien Labs, to talk about building one of California’s most iconic flower brands—and what it takes to scale that success across markets. We cover: 🌱 The Alien Labs origin story and legacy in the 215 era 🤝 Partnering with Connected and navigating Prop 64 🔥 What makes truly g…

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The Hidden Weakness in Most Cannabis Operations — What We Heard at Benzinga 43:41

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The cannabis shakeout isn’t coming. It’s already here. Operators are bleeding, investors are disappearing, and the old playbook is falling apart. After Benzinga, one thing’s clear: the winners will be the ones who specialize, control every cost, and have visibility into every part of their business in real time. What happens when you pull back the …