
Hosts Ben Larson and AnnaRae Grabstein serve up unfiltered insights, reveal their insiders' perspectives, and illuminate transformative ideas about the cannabis industry for people who want to make sense of it all.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 160 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | EntrepreneurshipInvestingBusiness | |||

It was a massive week in cannabis policy — and we're breaking it all down live with the teams from Cultivated, High Spirits and Cannabis Musings, Friday at 12 PM ET.
On the docket:
🏛️ The DEA's rescheduling hearing wraps up — what did we learn, an... more
Are you running your cannabis business on gut instinct or hard numbers? In a volatile, state-by-state landscape where headlines rarely tell the whole story, relying on assumptions is a fast track to getting left behind.
In this episode of High Spiri... more
The rules of the cannabis economy are being rewritten right now in a small, secure federal courtroom in Northern Virginia. While July usually signals a summer slowdown for the industry, the exact opposite is happening.
In this week's live episode br... more
While most multi-state operators are racing to build massive houses of brands, one independent Ohio operator made the exact opposite bet—and won.
About This Episode: In this episode of High Spirits, hosts Ben Larson & AnnaRae Grabstein sit down with... more
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I do not miss an episode of this podcast. The guests are brilliant, and the questions really get to the heart of the issues surrounding the cannabis industry. The information shared in this fun-to-listen-to podcast is so useful to cannabis operators across the country/world!
I’ve learned so much from this podcast. They cover the most current and relevant topics that everyone in this space needs to know in a fun and interesting way. Helpful for newbies and those well versed in this biz. I look forward to every new episode!
AnnaRae and Ben bring REAL heart and curiosity to their guests which opens the conversations to super dynamic and useful places. This on top of their delightful energy and authority in the space. Highly recommend.
This podcast is a great way to stay up to date in the ever evolving cannabis business world. A must listen every week for founders, CEOs, entrepreneurs, investors or anyone who wants an insiders perspective on the business of cannabis.
This podcast is a great way to stay up to date in the ever evolving cannabis business world. A must listen every week for entrepreneurs and investors or anyone who wants an insiders perspective, some optimism, knowledge and inspiration.
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A business-focused look at the cannabis industry, with hosts sharing blunt, insider perspectives on regulations, capital, and market dynamics. Episodes frequently feature policy shifts, licensing hurdles, tax and accounting issues, and data-driven insights on retail and product categories, balanced by practical growth strategies for operators and brands. Notable strengths include high-profile regulatory and finance conversations, scene-setting commentary on state-by-state dynamics, and a tendency to pair rigorous analysis with real-world anecdotes from founders, lawyers, and consultants. The show often spotlights emerging markets, legislative timelines, and the evolving landscape of federal-state interactions, making it valuable for operato... more
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