In legal cannabis, we are flooded with cannabis news and information via social media, news outlets, newsletters, and word of mouth.
While it’s great to have options, it's refreshing to take a break and listen to a few people discuss a single topic in great depth.
This is why podcasts are an essential addition to every cannabis professional’s media arsenal and every stoner’s daily routine.
Here are a few of our favorite cannabis-centric podcasts.
Higher Exchanges
If you want to understand how capital moves through the cannabis industry, Higher Exchanges is essential listening. Hosted by Jesse Redmond and Morgan Paxhia (co-founder of Poseidon Investment Management), this weekly show offers candid, deep-dive conversations with the CEOs, capital allocators, and operators who are actually steering the ship.
Recent episodes have tackled the complexities of the 2026 earnings season, the shifting landscape of private credit, and the reality of navigating multi-state operations.
Check out an episode if: You want to know which companies are built to last and how federal policy shifts are impacting the bottom line in real-time.
Blunt Business
After nearly a decade of broadcasting, Blunt Business has rebranded for 2026 as the go-to source for unfiltered cannabis industry commentary. The show tackles the more aggressive financial and legal hurdles facing modern operators.
Recent episodes dive into the realities of the $6 billion cannabis debt crisis, survival strategies for distressed operators, and the complex battle against the illicit market in states like New York. It’s a pragmatic, often cautionary look at the business of cannabis that prioritizes hard truths.
Check out an episode if: You’re an operator looking for a survival guide in a maturing market, or if you want to hear expert debates on how federal rescheduling will actually impact your bank account.
Cannabis Cultivation and Science Podcast
Hosted by Tad Hussey, The Cannabis Cultivation and Science Podcast by KiS Organics is dedicated to bridging the gap between traditional horticulture and modern cannabis production. Hussey brings on leading agronomists, soil scientists, and plant pathologists from around the world to discuss the cutting edge of organic growing.
Recent 2026 episodes have tackled topics like the "secret lives" of pathogens, the physics of phytotoxicity in pest management, and lean farming and cultivation systems.
Check out an episode if: You’re a commercial cultivator or a serious home grower who wants to know the biological and chemical "why" behind your plants’ performance.
High Rise
Self-described as “a laid-back, data-backed discussion on the cannabis market with notable industry leaders,” High Rise is led by Emily Paxhia and co-host Cy Scott.
This show, hosted by Emily Paxhia (Co-Founder of Poseidon Investment Management) and Cy Scott (Founder of Leafly and current Co-Founder and CEO of Headset), is where high-level venture capital meets granular retail data.
While the hosts have deep ties to the industry's history—Poseidon was an early investor in Flowhub, and Scott's Headset is the gold standard for analytics—the show stays firmly planted in the future. They move beyond basic headlines to analyze consumer buying patterns, the reality of market compression, and the nuances of brand loyalty.
Check out an episode if: You want to see the "why" behind the numbers and hear two of the most influential minds in the space debate the next big shift in cannabis retail.
Trade to Black
For those who need to stay ahead of the daily shifts in the cannabis capital markets, Trade to Black is the industry’s premier news desk. Hosted by Shadd Dales and Anthony Varrell from The Dales Report, this show delivers rapid-fire analysis on everything from federal rescheduling to the latest MSO earnings reports.
While other podcasts might look back at the week, this show often feels like it's reporting from the front lines in real time. Dales and Varrell are known for their direct, no-nonsense interview style with major players like Flowhub Founder and CEO Kyle Sherman and the leaders of the largest public cannabis companies.
Check out an episode if: You want to know exactly how today’s headlines in Washington or on Wall Street will impact the valuation of your business tomorrow.
Good PizzZa
If you’re looking for a show that perfectly captures the intersection of legacy culture and the modern legal market, look no further than Good PizzZa. Hosted by JP, self-described as your favorite "Cannabis Cugine" from the NJ/NYC streets, the show feels less like a formal interview and more like "smoke session meets soul session".
Since its debut, the podcast has built a massive, loyal "famiglia" by delivering raw, unfiltered stories from the people who actually built the industry: OGs, hip-hop legends, and creative hustlers. The show covers everything from the end of the candy wave in strain genetics to the gritty reality of transitioning from the streets to a licensed brand. It’s a masterclass in authenticity, showing that in cannabis, your story and your community are just as important as your product.
Check out an episode if: You want the real story behind the most hyped strains in the world, or want to hear how today’s top entrepreneurs stay grounded in the plant's culture while scaling their business.
Women in Cannabusiness
If you want to hear from the innovators and barrier-breakers who are traditionally underrepresented in cannabis leadership, listen to the Women in Cannabusiness podcast. Hosted by Olivia Castaldy, a veteran marketing professional and advocate, the show is dedicated to showcasing that the industry is a viable, welcoming space for female entrepreneurs and leaders coming from any professional background.
Recent episodes feature heavy hitters like Jane West (founder of Women Grow), who shares the gritty reality of building a global lifestyle brand, and Sister Kate of Sisters of the Valley, who discusses running a women-led spiritual cannabis collective. Olivia moves beyond surface-level business tips to have raw, honest conversations about navigating male-dominated corporate structures, the importance of mentorship, and how lived experiences—from tech finance to nursing—are a founder's greatest asset.
Check out an episode if: You believe that community and authentic storytelling are the keys to long-term success, or if you’re looking for a roadmap to transition your career into the cannabis space.
The Cole Memo
Pulling back the curtain on the legal side of the industry, The Cole Memo (the podcast arm of the popular Cannabis Legalization News YouTube channel) is your legislative survival guide. Hosted by Cole Preston, the show delivers accessible breakdowns of the complex laws that govern how cannabis is grown, sold, and regulated.
Recent episodes focus on the high-stakes battles over hemp-derived THC drinks, the intricacies of state-level data privacy concerns for medical patients, and federal rescheduling.
Check out an episode if: You want to understand the legal "why" behind the headlines.
Honorable mentions
As the cannabis industry continues to mature, we’re seeing more media outlets, personalities, investors, operators, and growers take to the microphone to share their insights. Here are a few more podcasts you may like:
The Beard Bros Network: Legacy pioneers Bill and Jeff Levers built a media network of specialized shows offering a 360-degree view of the cannabis space: "Branding Like A Boss" with Angela Pih, "Finance Your Cannabis Future," and "Some Guys Talking," which features candid conversations with the cultivators and engineers who power the plant-touching side of the business.
Innovating Cannabis Podcast: Hosted by Pam Chmiel, this show features people breaking barriers in the cannabis industry and focuses heavily on retail execution, brand struggle, and data-driven operations.
The Dime: Hosted by Bryan Fields, this show explores the cannabis industry as a $100B+ market. It’s excellent for C-suite interviews and deep dives into the strategies behind major MSOs and tech innovators.
Great Moments in Weed History: Hosted by David Bienenstock, this show explores humanity’s 10,000-year relationship with the plant, blending humor with deep historical research.
The Dude Grows Show: This popular community-driven show is rooted in grow knowledge, but it effectively bridges the gap between home growers and the broader cannabis culture.
Parting advice
Integrating podcasts into your life facilitates learning in a fun and digestible way, allowing you to multitask and unwind (add an edible for an optimal experience).
If you love the qualities of the cannabis plant, like THC, CBD, cannabinoids, and terpenes. Or if you are especially interested in the cannabis industry, activism, or general cannabis culture, then tune into a podcast that takes a deep dive into that topic and enjoy!
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