Cannabis Tech Talks

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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, an
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 exp
Episode 203: Staying ME7O with FlowerHouse's Greg Tannor
Greg Tannor spent over 20 years in commercial real estatemost notably helping secure Teslas global flagship lease in NYCbefore making a bold pivot into cannabis. In 2022, he co-founded FlowerHouse New York, where he now serves as CEO. In a major brand
Episode 202: Jay Sapovits Has Bags of Swag
Jay Sapovits, founder of Inkd 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, sh
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 consum
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. WEBSITE: https://cannatechtoda
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 industrys biggest sales day of the year.From cutting through the noise wit
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.WEBSITE: https://cannatechtoday.com/Make sure to follow our ot
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 entrepreneu
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 companys innovative drying technology. Learn how their patented process delivers fresh, terpene-rich cannabis in just 12 hours, why industry legend Ed Rosenthal