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Higher Exchanges

Higher Exchanges
Cannabis Industry
Cannabis
California
Verano
Leef Brands
Schedule III
Multi-State Operator (MSO) Model
Hemp Regulations
The Cannabis Industry
California Cannabis Market
Cannabis Investing
Solventless Extraction
GTI
Rescheduling
Terrascend
Hemp
Pennsylvania
Florida
Cannabis Cultivation
Market Trends

Higher Exchanges is the number one independent cannabis investing show. Hosted by Jesse Redmond and Morgan Paxhia, the show features candid conversations with top CEOs, operators, and capital allocators shaping the future of cannabis. We break down complex cannabis markets into clear insights you can actually use. Higher Exchanges is powered by Flowhub and features original intro music by Chris Ot... more

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Jerry Derevyanny joins Jesse Redmond and Morgan Paxhia on Higher Exchanges to discuss what really matters for cannabis investors as we head toward 2027.

We cover the state of the industry, where companies are finding profitability despite ongoing pr... more

How did Auxly turn Back Forty into the #1 cannabis brand in Canada while posting some of the best margins in the industry? CEO Hugo Alves joins Jesse Redmond and Morgan Paxhia to explain.

Auxly ranks among Canada's top licensed producers. In Q2 it r... more

Grown Rogue CEO Obie Strickler and CSO Josh Rosen join Jesse Redmond and Morgan Paxhia to discuss a different approach to building a multi-state cannabis company.

The conversation covers what the industry has learned from the first generation of MSO... more

Emily Paxhia joins Jesse Redmond and Morgan Paxhia to break down one of the largest and most competitive cannabis markets in the country.

They discuss what’s changed in Florida, who’s winning and why, evolving consumer behavior, retail and promotion... more

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Recent Guests

Hugo Alves
CEO of Auxly
Auxly Cannabis Group
Episode: Auxly CEO Hugo Alves on Building Canada's #1 Cannabis Brand
Obie Strickler
CEO of Grown Rogue
Grown Rogue
Episode: Grown Rogue: A Different MSO Model with Obie Strickler & Josh Rosen
Josh Rosen
Chief Strategy Officer at Grown Rogue
Grown Rogue
Episode: Grown Rogue: A Different MSO Model with Obie Strickler & Josh Rosen
Emily Paxhia
Cannabis industry investor and co-founder of Poseidon Asset Management
Poseidon Asset Management
Episode: Florida Cannabis: Who’s Winning and What Comes Next? Starring Emily Paxhia
Scott Grossman
Investor and operator in cannabis; Sunday Sesh contributor
Independent investor/operator
Episode: Cannabis 3.0: The Battle for the Next Model with Scott Grossman
Hirsh Jain
Head of Government Affairs at Airbnb (former) and cannabis investor/commentator
Episode: Cannabis Rescheduling Is Here. What Happens Next? | Hirsh Jain
Steven Ernest
Head of Originations at Chicago Atlantic
Chicago Atlantic
Episode: Cannabis Lending After Schedule III with Steven Ernest of Chicago Atlantic
Sam Armenia
VP Corporate Development at C21 Investments
C21 Investments
Episode: Is Cannabis Finally Investable Again? Rescheduling, GTI, Vireo & C21 Deep Dive
Jerry Derevyanny
Partner at Bengal Capital
Bengal Capital
Episode: Finding Alpha in Cannabis: Allocation, Debt, and What Actually Works w/ Jerry Derevyanny

Hosts

Jesse Redmond
Host of Higher Exchanges, Chief Strategy and Investor Relations Officer at Leaf Brands
Morgan Paxhia
Co-host of Higher Exchanges

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 30 ratings
  • Great stuff

    I’m a regular listener and I appreciate Morgan’s balanced view and critical analysis of cannabis industry developments. It’s nice to have someone in the mix with so many actual cannabis businesses share his thoughts. Well done.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fonzie22
    United Statesa year ago
  • Always informative

    Entertaining and fun

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Broken patch
    Canada2 years ago
  • Finally!

    The investor focused space the sector needs. The podcast is informative and engaging with quality guests speakers. Toby, Morgan, and Jessie have level headed long term mindsets that the sector seems to lack.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chadman_
    United States3 years ago
  • Very informative

    Podcasters very knowledgeable and interesting to listen to!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pegster805
    United States3 years ago

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Investing-focused and practical, with credible guests and actionable discussables.
Knowledgeable hosts who keep discussions sharp and informative.
Balanced host perspective with real industry insight.
Guests are insightful and credible, raising the level of industry discourse.

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Auxly CEO Hugo Alves on Building Canada's #1 Cannabis Brand
Q: What role does Imperial Brands play in Auxly's strategy going forward?
Imperial Brands provides strategic depth, global reach, and operational know-how that enhances route-to-market, regulatory navigation, and long-term growth opportunities beyond Canada.
Auxly CEO Hugo Alves on Building Canada's #1 Cannabis Brand
Q: What makes Leamington facility a competitive advantage for Auxly?
Leamington is a purpose-built, large-scale cultivation facility designed for cannabis, enabling cost advantages and high-quality outputs across top-selling cultivars, which supports leadership in dried flower and related formats.
Auxly CEO Hugo Alves on Building Canada's #1 Cannabis Brand
Q: How do you view the Canadian market today and the opportunity set?
The market is growing and stabilizing with gradual price discipline. Canada remains a core focus with three core formats (dried flower, pre-rolls, vapes) driving the majority of sales, while margins improve through scale and category leadership.
LEEF Q4 2025 Earnings Review: Inside the Transformation with CEO Micah Anderson
Q: How does LEEF view the forward path with Salisbury Canyon Ranch and the 180-acre farm?
The plan is to complete the remaining acres over the next couple of years, build a closed-loop system, and rely on scale from the farm to stabilize material supply, reduce volatility, and support growth across the brand portfolio.
Is CBD Back? A Conversation with Bill Morachnick, CEO of Charlotte’s Web
Q: What would sensible, lasting regulation look like for your business and the industry?
An ideal framework would include a nationwide THC/cannabinoid cap that supports full-spectrum products, state preemption to avoid a patchwork quilt, FDA labeling and quality standards, and clear, practical pathways for clinical validation and payer reimbursement, enabling manufacturers to scale safely and consistently.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Higher Exchanges

What is Higher Exchanges about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on cannabis investing, capital markets, and regulatory developments, with frequent deep dives into policy shifts, capital formation, and how legislation could reshape interstate commerce, banking access, and tax treatment. Episodes feature candid conversations with operators, investors, and dealmakers, unpacking what Schedule III rescheduling could mean for M&A, uplisting, and the broader market, while balancing optimistic projections with pragmatic risk assessment. Noteworthy themes include the interplay between state and federal regulations, the evolving role of private credit and structure-driven financing, and how public-market dynamics intersect with brand-building and consolidation across MSOs and cannabis-focused com... more

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Recent guests on Higher Exchanges include:

1. Hugo Alves
2. Obie Strickler
3. Josh Rosen
4. Emily Paxhia
5. Scott Grossman
6. Hirsh Jain
7. Steven Ernest
8. Sam Armenia

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