Cannabis Tech Talks

Cannabis & Tech Today

Cannabis Tech Talks is a high-spirited and informative 15-20 minute discussion with cannabis industry leaders about the business, science, and tech topics moving the industry forward! The podcast is produced by the team behind the award-winning quarterly publication Cannabis & Tech Today.

  • 29 minutes 30 seconds
    Episode 205: Transforming Patient Care with Cancer Playbook

    Join host Aron Vaughan and the Cancer Playbook team as they discuss the origins and mission of the Cancer Playbook initiative, which was co-founded by Jim Gerencser after his son was diagnosed with cancer. The company focuses on using technology, data, and patient-reported outcomes to empower cancer patients and provide them with personalized "playbooks" to guide their treatment and recovery.

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    18 June 2025, 3:19 pm
  • 25 minutes 4 seconds
    Episode 204: Alex Rogers on the Global Stage of Cannabis

    Alex Rogers has spent the last decade turning the International Cannabis Business Conference into one of the most influential global gatherings in the industry. In this episode, he reflects on ICBC Berlin 2025, shares his views on market maturity, and explains why cultural nuance matters as much as regulation.

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    11 June 2025, 5:21 pm
  • 18 minutes 42 seconds
    Episode 203: Staying ME7O with FlowerHouse's Greg Tannor

    Greg Tannor spent over 20 years in commercial real estate—most notably helping secure Tesla’s global flagship lease in NYC—before making a bold pivot into cannabis. In 2022, he co-founded FlowerHouse New York, where he now serves as CEO. In a major brand move, FlowerHouse recently partnered with NBA legend Carmelo Anthony to launch his personal cannabis brand, STAYME7O.

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    4 June 2025, 3:38 pm
  • 23 minutes 44 seconds
    Episode 202: Jay Sapovits Has Bags of Swag

    Jay Sapovits, founder of Ink’d Stores, joins us to talk entrepreneurial pivots, cannabis merch that actually sticks, and why blockchain might just be the future of branding. From radio to private jets to high-end cannabis swag, Jay shares wild stories, sharp insights, and what he’s printing next.

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    21 May 2025, 11:00 am
  • 25 minutes 31 seconds
    Episode 201: X-Ray Vision: Inside XRPure’s Quest for Cleaner Cannabis with Jeff Adams and Joseph Bancheri

    X-ray technology meets cannabis safety. In this episode, XRPure Founder Jeff Adams and Sales Manager Joseph Bancheri join host Aron Vaughan to unpack how their innovative decontamination process is changing the game for cultivators, processors, and consumers. Learn why clean cannabis igoes beyond compliance, offering a competitive advantage.

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    1 May 2025, 10:00 am
  • 21 minutes 5 seconds
    Episode 200: Lighting Up the Northeast and Beyond with Ryan Crandall of MariMed

    We catch up with MariMed's new Chief Commercial Officer, Ryan Crandall, to get the scoop on the MSO's latest rollouts. Ryan offers advice on how to build a successful expansion strategy in an industry of complex regulations.

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    24 April 2025, 10:00 am
  • 36 minutes 57 seconds
    Episode 199: 4/20 Tips and Tricks with Zach Santarsiero and Brendan McKee

    With 4/20 fast approaching, Zach Santarsiero, CMO of CannaPlanners and Brendan McKee, Co-Founder and COO of Silver Therapeutics dive into what it takes to prepare for the cannabis industry’s biggest sales day of the year.

    From cutting through the noise with data-driven marketing to managing inventory and staffing for a surge in demand, Zach and Brendan are here to share their playbook for a record-breaking 4/20.

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    10 April 2025, 6:24 pm
  • 56 minutes 27 seconds
    Episode 198: Podcast Pioneering with Sara Payan

    Aron Vaughan catches up with the host of "Planted with Sara Payan," covering various topics including her personal wellness journey, what inspired her to begin a podcast, legislation, and more.

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    1 April 2025, 1:00 pm
  • 28 minutes 22 seconds
    Episode 197: The Science of Bigger Buds with Big Mike and Advanced Nutrients

    In this episode, we sit down with Big Mike Straumietis, founder of Advanced Nutrients, to discuss the science behind premium cannabis cultivation, industry innovations, and what it takes to build a global brand. Tune in for expert insights and entrepreneurial wisdom from one of the biggest names in cannabis.

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    18 March 2025, 10:00 am
  • 10 minutes 55 seconds
    Episode 196: Revolutionizing Cannabis Drying with Tracee McAfee of Cryo Cure

    Tracee McAfee, co-founder of Cryo Cure, joins Cannabis Tech Talks at MJBizCon to discuss her company’s innovative drying technology. Learn how their patented process delivers fresh, terpene-rich cannabis in just 12 hours, why industry legend Ed Rosenthal joined their team, and how Cryo Cure is partnering with Green Rebates to help cultivators save on energy costs.

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    13 March 2025, 10:00 am
  • 14 minutes 29 seconds
    Episode 195: Harrison Bard on Scaling Custom Cones USA and Innovating Pre-Rolls

    Join us for an exclusive Cannabis Tech Talks episode featuring Harrison Bard, CEO of Custom Cones USA and Day Savers, live from MJBizCon. Bard dives into the booming pre-roll market, the rise of convenience-driven cannabis products, and his company's innovations like flavored wooden tips and botanical blunt wraps. He also opens up about overcoming business challenges, from banking hurdles to winning a lawsuit against U.S. customs.

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    27 February 2025, 8:52 pm
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