Best THC Drinks Podcasts (2025)

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Zero-Proof Pittsburgh: Part II 30:43

2h ago30:43

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Who said local breweries can't do an NA beer profitably? And how did Pittsburgh wind-up with so much happening in the local non-alcoholic scene? In this Part II of our two-part series from the Steel City, we finish our interview with The Open Road's Mel Babitz, and the Loaded Food Group's Katrina Tomacchio (also known as The Northeast Ginger on IG)…

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Paul (Drink Champs Sports) on THC - #38 1:10:54

26d ago1:10:54

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NBA Playoffs Breakdown + GOAT Athlete Draft w/ Paul from DreamChamp Sports In this jam-packed episode of The Heir Cast, Official Heir sits down with Paul from DreamChamp Sports for a no-holds-barred dive into the 2025 NBA Playoffs. We’re breaking down the biggest storylines — from the end of the Warriors dynasty, to whether the Heat should rebuild,…

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#089 - This Industry Is Overly Optimistic: Cannabis Realism w/ Marc Hauser 55:08

2h ago55:08

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Send us a text Cannabis industry experts discuss the stark contrast between Texas's recent ban on hemp-derived THC products and New York's efforts to strengthen its regulatory framework through a new track and trace program. Mark Hauser shares insights on market maturity, regulatory challenges, and the uncertain future facing both hemp and cannabis…

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Liyah London on THC - #41 54:26

13h ago54:26

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In this electrifying episode of The Heir Cast, we sit down with the multitalented Liyah London — a rising star who’s already toured with Pitbull, collaborated with Mims, and is now crafting a universe of her own with a new animal-centric animated series on the horizon. From her musical origins to the creative world she’s building, Liyah brings all …

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Saw it in Cincy! - D. Lynn Meyers of Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati 49:53

4h ago49:53

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40 Years of Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati with D. Lynn Meyers 🎭 In this special episode, we sit down with the legendary D. Lynn Meyers, Artistic Director of Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati, as ETC gears up to celebrate 40 incredible years at 1127 Vine Street in the heart of Over-the-Rhine. We dive deep into ETC’s powerful legacy—from its transformational…

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Branding, Distribution & D2C: Birdie’s Playbook with Adam Ruhland 29:49

4h ago29:49

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What happens when a successful cidery owner enters the THC beverage game? In this episode of The Free Spirits Podcast, we talk with Adam Ruhland—founder of both Wild State Cider and Birdie—about what it really takes to build a cannabis beverage brand from the ground up. From operational advantages to branding decisions, R&D challenges to distributi…

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Zero-Proof Pittsburgh: Part I 24:46

8h ago24:46

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Nearly a year removed from our first visit, we return to the Steel City in the new location (and future lounge) of the longest-running non-alcoholic specialty retailer in the country, The Open Road. With so much happening in the local NA scene, we split our visit into a two-part episode. In Part I, we include much of our interview with The Open Roa…

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#112, Josh Harris, founder, Trick Dog (San Francisco), Pig & Punch, and forthcoming Quik Dog 1:55:40

6h ago1:55:40

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Me, Josh and a bunch of other people (including Julio Bermejo and Mauro Mahjoub) were together in Yerevan for Yerevan Cocktail Week (YCW), so I took the chance to tape an episode with Josh, who I always run into at Tales of the Cocktail, but never get to sit down and chat with. Josh is best known for Trick Dog cocktail bar in SF, a perennial award …

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#088 - Why C-Stores Could Shape the Future of Cannabis & Hemp Beverages w/ Melissa VonderHaar, Managing Director of iSee TradeWorks 54:08

8d ago54:08

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Send us a text Convenience stores are positioned to introduce cannabis to a new wave of consumers with their unmatched retail footprint of 150,000 locations nationwide and accessibility to 90% of Americans within a 10-minute drive. • Convenience stores have evolved from selling "gas, cokes, and smokes" to embracing new categories as tobacco sales d…

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8ch2owins, Dosia and Luke Taleno on THC - #40 1:42:07

4d ago1:42:07

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THC – Episode 40 | Rudy 8ch2owins, Dosia & Luke Taleno: The One That Matters Most 🙏🎙️ Episode 40 isn’t just a milestone — it’s the most important conversation we've had on The Heir Cast. In this raw and soul-searching session, Rudy 8ch2owins, Dosia, and Luke Taleno sit down with me not to talk politics, not to talk sports — but to talk God, purpose…

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Matic and Vibrent on THC - #39 1:26:32

4d ago1:26:32

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FROM CEREAL BOWLS TO CYPHERS! On this episode of The Heir Cast, I sit down with Vibrent and Matic_98 for a raw, unfiltered convo on music, culture, and real life. We kick things off with Matic’s unique story of how he learned English through hip hop, then take a powerful deep dive into the history of Venezuela—from its golden years as a vacation ho…

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#087 - From Hedge Funds to Hash: Inside Cannabis IR with Jesse Redmond 50:16

11d ago50:16

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Send us a text Jesse Redmond, Head of Investor Relations and Business Development at Leaf Brands, brings his unique perspective as a former Wall Street investor and cannabis dispensary owner to discuss the challenging landscape of public cannabis companies. His insights reveal why certain companies are weathering the storm better than others and ho…

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Takeaways From The Craft Brewers Conference and BrewExpo 16:55

14d ago16:55

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Is the craft brewing industry in serious decline, or just in a state of transition to what it may look like tomorrow? We traveled to Indianapolis for the 2025 Craft Brewers Conference and BrewExpo to get answers to that, as well as to better understand the broader landscape of beverages, including THC and non-alcoholic beer. Interviewed in this epi…

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#086 - Cannabis Business News Roundup: DEA gets a new head, Organigram acquires Collective Projects, SBA loans for hemp & more! 49:30

19d ago49:30

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Send us a text Ben and AnnaRae explore the latest cannabis market developments across multiple states and at the federal level, highlighting both progress and persistent challenges. They dissect New York's comprehensive market report showing local brands outperforming multi-state operators while California cannabis businesses organize against impen…

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#111, Patrick Pistolesi, owner Drink Kong and Nite Kong, Rome, co-founder NIO Cocktails 1:48:28

14d ago1:48:28

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Taped live in an annoyingly child-ridden park on a lovely day in NYC, myself and the rock 'n' roll Irish-Italian Rome-based cocktail bar owner Patrick Pistolesi cracked some all-American tariff-free beers, washed 'em down with mezcal and 'Murican single malt whiskey, and talked about Japan, billionaires, awards, his adventurous Irish mum, bars, coc…

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Before The Big Move 58:33

16d ago58:33

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Clark is moving! We will try to podcast while he is on his road trip to Florida. In this episode, we discuss the move, DOGE, Amazon BS, and what’s up with TJ.By clark impastato and Ryan G

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#110, Ektoras Binikos, founder, Sugar Monk, Bitter Monk and Atheras Spirits 1:51:50

21d ago1:51:50

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Ektoras Binikos opened Sugar Monk cocktail bar in Harlem just 9 months before the COVID lockdowns kicked off, after a career in both art and mixology, having emigrated to Manhattan from his native Greece. While weathering the storm of the lockdown, he and his team started making and selling amaros and liqueurs, and this venture has blossomed into a…

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Brett Jones 57:09

26d ago57:09

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We chat with Clark's buddy Brett Jones, a current police officer and former SEAL and CIA dude. We catch up and ultimatley talk about compasion and perspective.By Clark Impastato & Ryan G

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#085 - 4/20 By The Numbers and Data-Driven Decision Making w/ Kris Walker, President & CCO @ Hoodie Analytics 57:09

29d ago57:09

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Send us a text Kris Walker from Hoodie Analytics joins us to decode cannabis market trends following 4/20, revealing how competing holidays, demographic shifts, and pricing strategies impacted this year's sales performance. Data shows 4/20 sales dipped 12% year-over-year, highlighting the industry's need for smarter decision-making beyond reflexive…

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Saw it in Cincy! - The Cincy Hat 28:11

30d ago28:11

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🎙 Episode 4 – From Hats to Housing: The Story of The Cincy Hat Foundation This week, we’re sitting down with Matt Renie, of The Cincy Hat Foundation, to hear the incredible story behind one of Cincinnati’s most community-driven movements. What started as a simple idea—giving hats to friends—has grown into a mission that’s impacted hundred. From lau…

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Building A World-Class Bitters Brand Through Community 41:04

29d ago41:04

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After a hospitality career that included stops at some of the most exclusive brands in hospitality, Ian Blessing is no stranger to world-class food and beverage experiences. In this episode, we sit down to talk about how he and his wife, Carly, have built a unique, handcrafted product set around non-alcoholic bitters, a category that lends itself p…

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How to Scale THC & Functional Beverage Brands with Strategic Supply Chain Integration 44:52

29d ago44:52

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Doug Fulton, Co-CEO of Emergent Beverages and founder of the Brand Accelerator, joins us to break down how cannabis and functional beverage brands can scale with strategic growth, smart distribution, and vertical integration. From his early days in international media to building the largest cannabis beverage facility in California, Doug brings dee…

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#109, Tony Sachs, Philip Duff Show regular, drinks writer, bon vivant 2:45:39

28d ago2:45:39

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Regular listeners will know New York drinks writer Tony Sachs, who occupies a place in The Philip Duff Show universe somewhere between "henchman" and "drinking buddy". It's been a while since we convened to drink our way through the literal lakes of booze Tony is sent on a daily basis, and because he was off to drink Direct Martinis from the hand o…

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Saw it in Cincy! - Findlay Market Opening Day Parade 35:53

1M ago35:53

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Step up to the plate for a Cincinnati tradition like no other! In this episode of Saw it in Cincy!, we're talking all things Findlay Market Opening Day Parade with special guests Samantha Stewart and Debbie Gannaway from Findlay Market. As the city gears up for the 106th annual parade, we’ll dive into its rich history, how it became a staple of Red…

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Saw it in Cincy! - Sunflower THC Seltzer 25:57

1M ago25:57

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🌻 New Brew, New Rules 🌿 This week on Saw it in Cincy, we’re talking all things THC seltzer with the crew at 50west brewery! Their newest creation, Sunflower Seltzer, is turning heads—and changing the game. We chat about the journey from concept to can, how making THC seltzer differs from beer, and what it takes to get a product like this on the she…

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#084 - Less Hype, More Grit: Mitchell Osak on the Cannabis Industry 46:41

1M ago46:41

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Send us a text Mitchell Osak, veteran cannabis consultant and founder of Cannabis Management Review, joins us to share insights on navigating the complex cannabis business landscape and finding success through fundamental business principles. • Hemp and cannabis policy debates highlight the challenges of finding middle ground in an increasingly pol…

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#108, Warren Bobrow, creator KLAUS THC beverages, cocktail book author, cannabis advocate 1:35:15

1M ago1:35:15

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Warren has written six cocktail books - including on cannabis cocktails, as well as more conventional cocktail tomes - and he was way ahead of what is now a trend of quitting alcohol, back in 2018, during Tales of the Cocktail, which is like quitting skydiving mid-jump. He's recently created a range of delicious cocktail-inspired THC beverages name…

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Clubbing, Fasting & The Machine 1:09:35

1M ago1:09:35

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Clark goes clubbing with his daughter. We chat about fasting and the machine out their trying to keep us sick.By Clark Impastato & Ryan G

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DJ FM (BREALTV) on THC - #36 1:10:45

1M ago1:10:45

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🎧 The Heir Cast Ep. 36 | The DJ FM Movie: From First Spin to Hip-Hop Royalty 🎬 What if DJ FM’s life was a movie? In this episode of The Heir Cast, we basically wrote the script! From the moment he first laid eyes on a turntable to the first time he actually touched one, we take you through the cinematic journey of FM’s rise—from a kid with a dream …

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Chef Melissa Torres (Planty Fuel Cafe) on THC - #37 58:46

1M ago58:46

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In this mouthwatering episode of The Heir Cast, we’re joined by the incredibly talented Chef Melissa Torres, a proud Puerto Rican chef and expert in the vegan culinary world. From launching a cantina-style business with prepackaged meals to now running a thriving vegan food truck that serves up favorites all across South Florida, her journey is bot…

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Andrew and Nelson (AndStill Podcast) on THC - #35 56:14

1M ago56:14

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🥊 The Heir Cast Ep. 35 | Boxing GOATs, Canelo vs. Floyd & More w/ Nelgatti & Andrew! Welcome back to The Heir Cast! In Episode 35, we’re stepping into the ring with special guests Nelgatti & Andrew to break down the sweet science of boxing like never before! 🥊🔥 We’re talking: 👊 The State of Boxing – Is the sport thriving or struggling? ⚔️ MMA vs. B…

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#083 - From Bongs to Beverages: Leading in Cannabis Through 20 Years of Change w/ Dave Daily, Founder of Grav 58:00

1M ago58:00

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Send us a text Dave Daly, founder of Grav Labs, shares his 20-year journey from creating the original Gravitron in his parents' garage to building an iconic cannabis accessories brand that's now expanding into THC beverages. • Building a differentiated product with the original all-glass gravity bong in 2004 • Growing through innovation when a simp…

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#107, Rob Husted, flair bartender, competitor & judge, co-creator “Shaken & Stirred” flair documentary 2:16:16

1M ago2:16:16

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Me and Rob have known each other since the early early days, back when I was still a competitive flair bartender in the 1990s, and together with fellow OGs Dean Serneels and Deborah Richards, he's just created and premiered the world's first documentary about flair, "Shaken & Stirred", so it was high time we had a chat. We talked about the wild net…

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Unlocking Hemp's Potential In A Shifting Landscape 33:27

1M ago33:27

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It's been quite a year in the U.S. hemp market, which is still just getting started. The explosion of hemp-derived THC/CBD beverages has, not surprisingly, collided with regulations that have come fast and furious at the state level. In an effort to make sense of it all we sat down with David Spang, Founder of Coastal Green Wellness, a hemp/CBD ret…

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How Wynk is Scaling Hemp-Derived THC Beverages Nationwide 37:38

1M ago37:38

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In this episode of the Free Spirits Podcast, we sit down with Angus Rittenburg, CEO of Wherehouse Beverage and the visionary behind Wynk, to talk about how his team is scaling one of the most innovative hemp-derived THC beverage brands in the country. Angus shares his journey from Tesla battery engineer to cannabis beverage pioneer—engineering mobi…

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Captain Clark, hockey, pushing us to leave family & community 1:03:08

2M ago1:03:08

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We catch up after our Spring Break. Meet Captain Clark; we chat about hockey and discuss why it seems, by design, they want us to move away from family and community.By Clark Impastato & Ryan G

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Ross Mandell on THC - #34 2:05:43

2M ago2:05:43

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🚨 The Heir Cast’s Longest & Most Explosive Episode Yet! 🚨 In this record-breaking episode of The Heir Cast, I sit down with none other than Ross Mandell, the legendary financier with a wild story that you won’t believe! We dive deep into: 🔥 His meteoric rise in the stock market and how he made history taking TWO separate companies public. 🔥 The unf…

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King Tetrus on THC - #32 1:07:51

2M ago1:07:51

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In this episode of The Heir Cast, we take a trip down memory lane in Miami with none other than King Tetrus, diving deep into his journey, his music, and what it all means to him. 🎶🌴 With over 500K streams on his latest album, Finding Peace & Blessings, King Tetrus shares the inspiration behind the project and how it reflects his growth as an artis…

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Derick G. on THC - #31 1:51:05

2M ago1:51:05

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Derick G – The Man Who Documented an Era This is the episode you don’t want to miss. Derick G, a true legend in content creation, joins The Heir Cast for our longest and most meaningful episode yet—and for good reason. We go deep into Derick G’s origin story, breaking down how he built his signature style and actually idea for his iconic signature …

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Pro The Artist (Prototype) on THC - #33 1:02:37

2M ago1:02:37

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PRO THE ARTIST Breaks the Budget & the Barriers 🎬🔥 In this episode, we sit down with PRO THE ARTIST as he takes us through his rise from rock bottom—both literally and metaphorically—and the mindset shifts that got him here. 🧠💪 We talk Knicks Nation 🏀, the importance of psychological wins, and the creative process that fuels his music and visuals. …

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#082 - How The Tariff War Will Reshape the Cannabis Industry w/ Ben & AnnaRae 46:48

2M ago46:48

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Send us a text The world of cannabis isn't isolated from global economic shifts—it's deeply embedded in them. When the Trump administration announced sweeping new tariffs against major trading partners, from China to Canada, few analysts considered how these protectionist measures would impact an industry that's already entirely domestic by legal n…

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Little Beer V: Celebrating Low-Gravity Drinking 14:09

2M ago14:09

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Craft beer's evolution includes a spectrum of new and mindful choices. This episode captures the vibrant atmosphere of the fifth installment of Little Beer, a festival held in Duluth, Georgia celebrating lower-gravity brews such as English Ales and Lagers. In this bonus episode we chat with industry leaders there who understand the need for a full …

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#081 - How Will Alcohol Regulations Impact the Future of THC Drinks? w/ Neil Willner, Counsel at Vicente. 58:56

2M ago58:56

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Send us a text 🌿🎙️ Join us on High Spirits as Ben & AnnaRae dive into a hot topic that's reshaping the landscape of the cannabis beverage industry. As states begin to align hemp beverage regulations with those governing alcohol, the implications for brands, manufacturers, distributors, and consumers are significant. This episode explores the legisl…

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Cann Founder Jake Bullock: Pioneering Microdose THC Beverages 44:42

2M ago44:42

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In this episode of the Free Spirits podcast, we sit down with Jake Bullock, co-founder of Cann - the leading microdose cannabis beverage brand revolutionizing social drinking. Jake shares how his personal journey with alcohol led him to create Cann, offering a 2mg THC alternative that provides a gentle, controlled experience similar to having a bee…

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Saw it in Cincy! - Behind Bockfest! 43:58

2M ago43:58

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Welcome to the very first episode of *Saw it in Cincy*! 🎙️ This week, we're diving into Cincinnati’s rich brewing history with Lisa French from The Brewing Heritage Trail. We talk about how beer shaped the Queen City, explore the underground lagering tunnels, and get the inside scoop on Cincinnati’s funkiest festival—Bockfest! 🐐🍺 If you love beer, …

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#080 - The Cannabis Industry is in a Knife Fight - Who Survives? w/ Jerry Derevyanny, Partner @ Bengal Capital 1:01:40

2M ago1:01:40

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Send us a text In today’s discussion, we explore the evolution of Bengal Capital from a hedge fund to a more hands-on private equity firm that doesn't just invest but actively participates in steering companies towards success. We'll unravel the layers of Bengal’s unique approach to cannabis investing, focusing on smaller, often overlooked entities…

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