This week, Jamie Tao and Sam, owners of Tao Labs pull up to the show! We sit down and chop it up about where they're from, how Tao Labs came to be and Sam drops a sports bomb in the segment, " On Weed". Make sure you give them a follow on Instagram @taolabsllc! Don't forget to follow Cannasations w/ Kris on Instagram (@cannasationskrispodcast) for updates on future episodes. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode! Thanks for listening! Stay blazin' and stay amazin'!...
Jan 23, 2024•38 min•Ep. 44
This week, Levi Norton pull up on the show, co-owner of Northern Craft Cannabis. We sit down and talk about him and how Northern Craft Cannabis came to be and what they do. Make sure you give him a follow on Instagram @northerncraftvermont and @levi_ncc! Don't forget to follow Cannasations w/ Kris on Instagram (@cannasationskrispodcast) for updates on future episodes. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode! Thanks for listening! Stay blazin' and stay amazin'!...
Jan 16, 2024•30 min•Ep. 43
This week, We have Kelli Catana, Queen of glassblowing and owner of Hot Mess Glass. We chop it up about about childhood in the mid-west, how she got into glassblowing, and the peace of mind she found here in Vermont. And, "On Weed", or course. Make sure you give her a follow on Instagram @hotmessglass! Don't forget to follow Cannasations w/ Kris on Instagram (@cannasationskrispodcast) for updates on future episodes. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode! Thanks for ...
Jan 09, 2024•42 min•Ep. 42
This week, we have the amazing Victoria Klim, owner and chef of Snow Shark Snacks and co-owner of Vermont Heady Labels. We sit down and chop it up about what got her into starting Snow Shark Snacks and about her amazing canine companion and mascot, Kismet. We also find out how she consumes, on the segment "On Weed". Make sure you give him a follow on Instagram @snowsharksnacks and @vtheadylabels! Don't forget to follow Cannasations w/ Kris on Instagram (@cannasationskrispodcast) for updates on f...
Jan 02, 2024•40 min•Ep. 41
This week, we have Shane Mcfarlin, owner of Old Growth Vermont. We take a dive into who he is and what got him to be where he's at now. He is not a stranger to the struggle but was able to pick himself and make something of himself. Still to this day, he is utilizing the program! Make sure you give him a follow on Instagram @old_growth_vermont Don't forget to follow Cannasations w/ Kris on Instagram (@cannasationskrispodcast) for updates on future episodes. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast...
Dec 19, 2023•53 min•Ep. 40
Man, some say that I'm a walking testimony, but wait until you hear this one! This, week, I sit down and chop it up with Jason Struthers, owner and operator of Trichome VT. We sit down and talk about his past experiences that got him to be the company that he is today. We also touch on the legal battles that he's going through with the town of Essex. The man said, "My rights don't start where your sensitivities begin". That was one of the most powerful quotes I've ever heard! Check out the this ...
Dec 12, 2023•59 min•Ep. 39
This week, we have Kyle Harris, a governor appointed official for the Cannabis Control Board (CCB). There has been a lot of here say and whatnot about regulations, but i wanted to take some of the smoke out the air, pun intended! We sit down and chop it up about who he is and where he came from. With the help of the cannabis community, I asked him a few "hot topic" questions. It was amazing to have someone on in his position be so transparent. Thank you all for your contributions! Make sure you ...
Dec 05, 2023•58 min•Ep. 38
This week, I sit down with Jim Trask, owner of Honey Tree Farms and the grower of my favorite, V6 Haze. We talk about his fascination of growing, the first time he smoked and some future plan for the farm. Make sure you give him a follow on Instagram, @honeytreefarmsvt. Don't forget to follow Cannasations w/ Kris on Instagram (@cannasationskrispodcast) for updates on future episodes. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode! Thanks for listening! Stay blazin' and stay ...
Nov 28, 2023•33 min•Ep. 37
This week, we have the one and only DoughBoi, owner of DoughBoiFarms. I been trying to get this one for a while and the stars finally aligned! We sit back and chop about him being in Vermont and the, somewhat, relaxation that a place like this can bring and what is the in the makings of DoughBoiFarms. Make sure you give him a follow on Instagram to keep up with their latest events, @doughboifarms. Don't forget to follow Cannasations w/ Kris on Instagram (@cannasationskrispodcast) for updates on ...
Nov 21, 2023•40 min•Ep. 36
This week, I sit down with Tiffany Johnson, owner of Euphoria Cannabis VT! We sit down and talk about her living in Vermont and what led her to becoming a dispensary owner. She talks about the classes that they offer on site as well. Make sure you give them a follow on Instagram to keep up with their latest events, @euphoria_bvt. Don't forget to follow Cannasations w/ Kris on Instagram (@cannasationskrispodcast) for updates on future episodes. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast so you never ...
Nov 14, 2023•33 min•Ep. 35
This week, I sit down and I talk with Jamie, a representer of Sunday Drive and last years Headies Cup winner for the edible category. We find out a little bit about her background and what led to her working on a team cool team at Sunday Drive. Check them out on Instagram @sundaydrivevt and green_mountain_munchies_vt420! Don't forget to follow Cannasations w/ Kris on Instagram (@cannasationspodcast) for updates on future episodes. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episo...
Nov 07, 2023•33 min•Ep. 34
This week, I sit down with Shawn Rice and Bob Grimm, the owners of Taunik. We talk about them individually and how their stories intertwined to create the amazing infused tea line. We also find out how they like to consume with, "On Weed". Make sure you give them a follow on Instagram, @drinktaunik. Don't forget to follow Cannasations w/ Kris on Instagram (@cannasationspodcast) for updates on future episodes. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode! Thanks for listeni...
Oct 31, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 33
This week, we have Amelia from the Green Mountain Patients Alliance a.k.a GMPA. We get to know Amelia as she talks about a few of the wins that got in the legislation for cannabis reform, a little bit about what she likes to smoke, and why tell hell can't we as stoners always how a lighter?!? Don't forget to follow Cannasations w/ Kris on Instagram (@cannasationspodcast) for updates on future episodes. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode! Thanks for listening! Sta...
Oct 17, 2023•43 min•Ep. 32
This week, Kris sits down with Diana Stewart, owner of River Ridge Farms. She talks about what got her in the cannabis industry, her Air B&B with a pig petting farm, and a crazy story from the recovery from the flood. Check it out! Don't forget to follow Cannasations w/ Kris on Instagram (@cannasationspodcast) for updates on future episodes. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode! Thanks for listening! Stay blazin' and stay amazin'!
Oct 10, 2023•39 min•Ep. 31
Jessilyn Dolan, better known as the "CannaNurse" sits down with Kris and talks life and hotline. Even though a lot of people have been smoking for years, some are new to it. Not knowing what to do can lead to costly mistakes. That's why the Cannabis Nurse Hotline exists. When you call, you'll actually talk to a nurse! Look them up for more information (@nursegrown_vermontcannanurse). Don't forget to follow Cannasations w/ Kris on Instagram (@cannasationspodcast) for updates on future episodes. M...
Oct 03, 2023•36 min•Ep. 30
This week, Kris sits down with BJ Miller from One Love Cannabis and talk about the past! They touch on topics such as struggles of sun growing and smoking when we were younger. this younger crowd don't know how good they had it! With all these up-to-date smoking devices. Don't forget to follow Cannasations w/ Kris on Instagram (@cannasationspodcast) for updates on future episodes. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode! Thanks for listening! Stay blazin' and stay ama...
Sep 26, 2023•43 min•Ep. 29
Kris sits down with Tom from MMM Deliveries. After using cannabis to fight against addition, he found a love for growing cannabis. He wants to build a delivery service for patients who can't go to dispensaries to get want they need. Great conversation. Don't forget to follow Cannasations w/ Kris on Instagram (@cannasationspodcast) for updates on future episodes. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode! Thanks for listening! Stay blazin' and stay amazin'!...
Sep 19, 2023•35 min•Ep. 28
This week, Kris sits down with Joe Veldon, owner of 7Leaf Genetics. With a degree is soil science, they talk about what goes into having a successful grow and what goes into growing. We also get into what he likes, with segment called "...On Weed! Don't forget to follow Cannasations w/ Kris on Instagram (@cannasationspodcast) for updates on future episodes. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode! Thanks for listening! Stay blazin' and stay amazin'!...
Sep 12, 2023•43 min•Ep. 27
On this episode, we talk...digital! Nate Wright, the director of digital marketing of RVG Digital sits down and lets us know that we CAN advertise on streaming services. We chop it up about his upbringings here in Vermont and what lead him to the path that he's on now. The world is moving to streaming services, commercials are still running. Let's add some cann-mercials! (See what I did there) Don't forget to follow Cannasations w/ Kris on Instagram (@cannasationspodcast) for updates on future e...
Sep 07, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 26
In this episode, Kris sits down with Todd Bailey, the executive director of the Cannabis Retailers Association of Vermont (CRAV). They talk about changes that are looking to be made within the cannabis laws, a few consumption lounge ideas, and the Higher Calling concert. This event is taking place in Cabot, VT on September 15-16. This concert is help cannabis businesses that were effected by the flood. Don't forget to follow Cannasations w/ Kris on Instagram (@cannasationspodcast) for updates on...
Aug 29, 2023•44 min•Ep. 25
This episode, Kris sits down with Will Read from Cannaplanners. We talk about Phish (the man really loves them!), what Cannaplanners has to offer, and Kris's sweet potato pie story! Dont forget to follow Cannasations w/ Kris on Instagram (@cannasationspodcast) for updates on future episodes. Make sure you subscribe to the subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode! Thanks for listening! Stay blazin' and stay amazin'!
Aug 24, 2023•55 min•Ep. 24
In this episode, Kris sits down with Dan Primmer from 1791Star. They talk about CBD helping with recovery, the "run-ins with the law", and how they are giving back to Vermont during the flood relief. Don't forget to follow Cannasations w/ Kris on Instagram (@cannasationspodcast) for updates on future episodes. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode! Thanks for listening! Stay blazin' and stay amazin'!
Aug 17, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 23
Kris talks to Callie Chapman, founding partner of Onward Analytics. OA provides quality control testing to cannabis producers in the state of Vermont. Ever wondered where those numbers on your purchase come from? Listen to learn more! Don't forget to follow Cannasations w/ Kris on Instagram (@cannasationspodcast) for updates on future episodes. And make sure to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode! This episode was produced by Joe Diaco Podcasting Support . Thanks for tuning in!...
Aug 10, 2023•51 min•Ep. 22
This episode is an announcement: July 20, a big party in honor of the Vermont cannabis community, hosted by Rosie’s Confections , MR. Z Craft Cannabis and DoughBoi Farms . 8pm - midnight, Hula in Burlington. Details below: https://sevendaystickets.com/events/roaring-420s-7-20-2023 Don't forget to follow Cannasations w/ Kris on Instagram (@cannasationspodcast) for updates on future episodes. And make sure to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode! This episode was produced by Joe D...
Jul 14, 2023•18 min•Ep. 21
Kris talks to Ben Wilcox of Off Piste Farm about his travels out west (all the way to Alaska!), his experience growing hemp and THC cannabis and his business collaborations. Don't forget to follow Cannasations w/ Kris on Instagram (@cannasationspodcast) for updates on future episodes. And make sure to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode! This episode was produced by Joe Diaco Podcasting Support . Thanks for tuning in!...
Jul 06, 2023•30 min•Ep. 20
You CAN advertise a cannabis business in the state of Vermont. We know a guy. His name is Travis Lilley, who works for the Times Argus and is this week's Cannasations guest. Learn about the future of cannabis newspaper and radio advertising, shroom trip-induced ego death and more. Don't forget to follow Cannasations w/ Kris on Instagram (@cannasationspodcast) for updates on future episodes. And make sure to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode! This episode was produced by Joe D...
Jun 29, 2023•31 min•Ep. 19
Kris talks to Eli Harrington of Vermontijuana about his sun-grown cannabis business and cannabis-themed farm tours. Don't forget to follow Cannasations w/ Kris on Instagram (@cannasationspodcast) for updates on future episodes. And make sure to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode! This episode was produced by Joe Diaco Podcasting Support . Thanks for tuning in!
Jun 22, 2023•46 min•Ep. 18
Ever looked at the label on your cannabis purchase and wondered, "How do they know how much THC is in here? How much CBD? Which terpenes?" Bia Diagnostics is a laboratory testing company specializing in food, beverage... and cannabis. They help keep food allergen-free, test for GMOs, provide food authentication, and there's a chance that they're the ones behind those stats on your label. In this episode, Kris talks to Bia's president, Luke Emerson-Mason, about the who, what, where, when and why ...
Jun 15, 2023•29 min•Ep. 17
Everyone who's spent a year in Vermont knows we have five seasons! Preach from Five Seasons Cannabis Co. joins Kris to talk about cannabis, being a Black veteran and the launch of his new restaurant, We Smoke Everything! Don't forget to follow Cannasations w/ Kris on Instagram (@cannasationspodcast) for updates on future episodes. And, of course, make sure to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode! This episode was produced by Joe Diaco Podcasting Support. Thanks for tuning in!...
Jun 01, 2023•43 min•Ep. 16
In this episode, Kris talks to himself about the Heady Cup and makes a big announcement. Don't forget to follow Cannasations w/ Kris on Instagram (@cannasationspodcast) for updates on future episodes. And, of course, make sure to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode! This episode was produced by Joe Diaco Podcasting Support . Thanks for tuning in!
May 18, 2023•10 min•Ep. 15
