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The Women in CannaBusiness Podcast

Women in CannaBusiness

The Women in CannaBusiness podcast is a platform dedicated to highlighting the stories of women who are breaking barriers and making significant contributions in the cannabis industry. Hosted by Olivia, a seasoned marketing professional and advocate for women in cannabis, the podcast delves into the journeys of female entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and innovators who are shaping the future of cannabis. Each episode offers listeners a deep dive into the personal and professional experiences of our

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All Episodes

62:45

Jenna Star: How Humboldt & Life Experience Shaped a...

The Women in CannaBusiness Podcast ·

2025/12/16

In this episode of The Women in CannaBusiness Podcast, host Olivia Castaldy sits down with Jenna Star, COO of Lucky Elk, whose path into the cannabis industry looks nothing like the typical origin story. Raised in rural Colorado within a conservative ranching family, Jenna’s early life was grounded in tradition, resilience, and survival — far from dispensaries, cultivation, or cannabis culture.Her journey eventually led her across the country, through Denver, Harlem, San Francisco, and Portland,

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33:38

Sharon Cohen: A CFO’s Perspective From Tech to Cannabis

The Women in CannaBusiness Podcast ·

2025/12/09

In this episode of The Women in CannaBusiness Podcast, host Olivia Castaldy sits down with Sharon Cohen, a seasoned CPA, CFO, and business leader whose unexpected path into the cannabis industry became a career-defining chapter. With decades of financial experience across tech and emerging markets, Sharon now applies her expertise to building operational integrity, compliance, and strategic growth in cannabis — an industry still earning its legitimacy.Sharon shares her passion for the plant, the

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31:56

Ericka Padilla-Toro: Crafting Experiences and...

The Women in CannaBusiness Podcast ·

2025/12/02

In this episode of The Women in CannaBusiness Podcast, we sit down with Ericka Padilla-Toro, also known as The Ganja Goddess, founder of GG’s Garden, a cannabis lifestyle and education brand rooted in empowerment, accessibility, and community.Ericka shares her powerful journey into the legal cannabis industry, from her early experiences with the legacy market to building a platform centered on uplifting consumers, especially women, through knowledge, confidence, and stigma-free education. As a

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46:07

Caitlin Kiarie (CannaCait): Reducing Stigma as a...

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2025/11/25

In this episode of The Women in CannaBusiness Podcast, host Olivia Castaldy sits down with Caitlin Kiarie — better known as CannaCait, a pediatric registered dietitian with nearly 20 years of experience and the creator of Mom-n-Pot. After decades of guiding families through evidence-based nutrition, Caitlin entered the cannabis industry to support parents seeking stress relief, balance, and wellness without stigma.Caitlin shares how her professional background, personal journey, and experience in

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63:17

Danielle Wildstein: From Pharma to Opening a...

The Women in CannaBusiness Podcast ·

2025/11/18

In this episode of The Women in CannaBusiness Podcast, host Olivia Castaldy sits down with Danielle Wildstein, Founder & CEO of Blue Oak Dispensary in New Jersey, a pioneering woman in cannabis with over two decades of experience in leadership, operations, and human performance.Danielle shares her journey from a successful career in the pharmaceutical industry to building a community-centered dispensary rooted in education, compassion, and women’s empowerment. Through her lens as both a

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55:59

Ali Bianco: Turning Passion Into Pinks, The...

The Women in CannaBusiness Podcast ·

2025/11/11

In this episode of The Women in CannaBusiness Podcast, host Olivia Castaldy sits down with Ali Bianco, Founder & CEO of Pinks Products, New York’s first canna-couture brand merging high fashion with premium cannabis.Ali shares how her connection to cannabis began as a source of calm and creativity during her teenage years and evolved into a purpose-driven, luxury brand redefining what femininity, empowerment, and authenticity look like in the cannabis industry. From rose-petal prerolls to

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62:11

Liliana Hollandt: How Lady L Cannabis Is Changing the...

The Women in CannaBusiness Podcast ·

2025/11/04

In this inspiring episode of The Women in CannaBusiness Podcast, host Olivia Castaldy sits down with Liliana (Lili) Hollandt, founder and owner of Lady L Cannabis, a woman-led dispensary on Jersey City’s West Side.An immigrant from Bulgaria and long-time Jersey City resident, Lili brings over 20 years of advertising, project management, and retail experience to New Jersey’s legal market. Her story is one of resilience, reinvention, and purpose — proving that representation, mentorship, and

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42:34

Heather Steinberg: How Cannabis Changed Her Life & A...

The Women in CannaBusiness Podcast ·

2025/10/28

In this moving episode of The Women in CannaBusiness Podcast, we sit down with Heather Steinberg, Patient Care Specialist at Jewish Sauce Boss, to talk about resilience, healing, and the power of cannabis to transform lives.With over 15 years in healthcare and a lifelong passion for helping others, Heather shares her powerful journey — from navigating chronic pain and multiple surgeries to discovering cannabis as a life-changing alternative to traditional medicine. As someone who cannot take NSAIDs

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33:00

Parisa Rad: From Patient Advocacy to Building...

The Women in CannaBusiness Podcast ·

2025/10/22

In this episode of The Women in CannaBusiness Podcast, host Olivia Castaldy sits down with Parisa Mansouri-Rad, better known as Marijuana Momma, the visionary co-founder of Blunt Brunch, a national event series and women’s empowerment platform changing the way women connect, collaborate, and lead in cannabis.Parisa shares her inspiring journey from motherhood and advocacy to entrepreneurship and leadership in the cannabis space. What began as a mission to heal her daughter through plant medicine

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42:42

Adelia Fakhri: From Corporate Consumer Electronics to...

The Women in CannaBusiness Podcast ·

2025/10/14

We’re kicking off Season 4 of The Women in CannaBusiness Podcast with Adelia Fakhri, Chief Marketing Officer of EventHi and Co-Founder of Blunt Brunch; two trailblazing platforms redefining connection, collaboration, and celebration in the cannabis industry.With over a decade of experience across corporate, consumer electronics, and cannabis sectors, Adelia brings creative strategy and operational excellence together to build movements and shift culture. Her leadership has earned national

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41:24

Nicole Kennebeck: How Investing in Yourself Fuels a...

The Women in CannaBusiness Podcast ·

2025/09/09

For the Season 3 finale of Women in CannaBusiness, we’re closing with an inspiring conversation with Nicole Kennebeck (@nicnugget) — a veteran who’s been shaping cannabis for over 15 years.Nicole started her career in the early medical days, where she learned firsthand what it meant to operate in an emerging, often uncertain market. From those beginnings, she’s grown into a trusted leader who has built: Inclusive communication strategies that give brands a voice rooted in authenticity. SOPs for

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49:35

Stella Morrison: From Journalist to Cannabis Marketing

The Women in CannaBusiness Podcast ·

2025/09/02

What happens when a journalist with a nose for truth meets a cannabis industry full of complex regulations, stories, and stigma? You get Stella Morrison—award-winning journalist turned content marketing expert—who now leads the charge in shaping ethical, strategic, and effective cannabis marketing. In this episode, Stella shares how her early days in local journalism laid the groundwork for her no-BS approach to SEO and content strategy. We explore how she transitioned from newspapers to managing

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37:08

Krystal Hamlett-Lovett: A Biotech Scientist’s Journey...

The Women in CannaBusiness Podcast ·

2025/08/26

In this episode of Women in CannaBusiness, we sit down with Krystall Hamlett-Lovett, the CEO and Co-Founder of Juice Joint. With a background in microbiology, molecular biology, biotechnology, and pharmaceuticals, Krystall brings a rare blend of science and entrepreneurship to the cannabis space.A Johns Hopkins alum, Krystall channeled her expertise into crafting Juice Joint’s unique formulations, combining carefully extracted cannabinoids with fresh juice blends designed for wellness and

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54:06

Karen Osovsky: Legacy Market, Supply Chain, and...

The Women in CannaBusiness Podcast ·

2025/08/19

Season 3, Episode 5 of The Women in CannaBusiness Podcast features Karen Osovsky, a powerhouse in Oregon’s cannabis industry and beyond.Karen began her journey in the legacy market in 2011, later transitioning into Oregon’s recreational cannabis market in 2016, where she built Next Generation Nurseries—a farm and clone nursery dedicated to cultivating cannabis from seed to harvest. Her reputation as a reliable supplier grew, and in 2020 she founded Farmers First, a wholesale and distribution

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45:22

Anna Kaplan: Building Community, Equity & Creativity...

The Women in CannaBusiness Podcast ·

2025/08/12

In this episode of The Women in CannaBusiness podcast, we sit down with Anna Kaplan, founder and CEO of SugarTop Buddery and SugarTop Distribution, to explore how she blends art, music, and community into every facet of her work in the cannabis industry.Anna shares her journey from launching SugarTop Buddery with her brother in 2014 to leading a diverse portfolio of brands through SugarTop Distribution. She discusses her mission to foster equity in cannabis by uplifting small businesses, creating

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53:27

Rebecca Maestas Sincere: Shaping Cannabis Brands &...

The Women in CannaBusiness Podcast ·

2025/08/05

In Season 3, Episode 3 of the Women in Cannabusiness Podcast, we sit down with Rebecca Maestas Sincere, Vice President of Marketing at Bud & Mary’s. With nearly two decades of experience in the cannabis industry, Rebecca has been a driving force behind some of the most recognizable brands in the space. From her early days making infused products during Colorado’s medical cannabis era to leading brand development and marketing at companies like Dixie Brands, LivWell Enlightened Health, The Clear,

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01:00:16

Kelly Graffin: The Realities of Licensing,...

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2025/07/29

In this episode of The Women in CannaBusiness Podcast, host Olivia Castaldy sits down with Kelly Graffin, also known as Short & Stoned, a bold voice on social media in cannabis education, content creation, and disability inclusion. Kelly shares her powerful story as a former licensed cannabis manufacturer in Colorado, where she became one of the state’s youngest MIP (Marijuana-Infused Product) license holders. As a medical marijuana patient living with dwarfism, she speaks candidly about the

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01:04:45

Dr. Chanda Macias: Championing Women, Policy, and...

The Women in CannaBusiness Podcast ·

2025/07/22

We’re back for Season 3 — and we’re kicking it off with a powerhouse. Dr. Chanda Macias, Chairwoman and CEO of Women Grow and CEO of National Holistic Healing Center, joins us to talk about leading with purpose, pushing policy forward, and staying grounded through the chaos of the cannabis industry.In this episode, Dr. Chanda shares how she transitioned from cancer research to cannabis reform, how she built one of the most impactful global women’s networks in the space, and why uplifting others is

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50:45

Christina Betancourt Johnson: A Servant Leader’s...

The Women in CannaBusiness Podcast ·

2025/06/03

Christina Betancourt Johnson is the founder and CEO of Standard Wellness Maryland — the first African American and Latina majority-owned, vertically integrated cannabis company in the U.S. With a background in executive leadership, nonprofit fundraising, and real estate, Christina entered the cannabis industry with both purpose and strategy, committed to building a brand rooted in service, equity, and integrity.In our Season 2 finale, Christina joins us to talk about her transition into cannabis,

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46:28

Luna Stower: From Educator to Advocate Trailblazing...

The Women in CannaBusiness Podcast ·

2025/05/27

In this week’s episode of Women in CannaBusiness, we sit down with Luna Stower—one of the most well-known voices in the cannabis industry, recognized for her tireless work in advocacy, brand building, and creating space for women and equity in a still-male-dominated space.From classroom teacher to becoming employee #1 at companies like Jetty Extracts and Ispire, Luna shares how a car accident and time on disability became the unexpected pivot that launched her career in cannabis tech sales. Since

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