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The Cannabis Connection

Chris
Cannabis
Santa Cruz
Cannabis Cultivation
California
Humboldt County
Cannabis Industry
Hemp
Nasha Hash
Cannabis Genetics
CBD
Emerald Cup
Regenerative Farming
Terpenes
Comedy
Jamaica
Hash Production Techniques
Music
Bubble Hash
Cannabis Taxation
California State Fair

The Cannabis Connection hosted by Christopher Carr provides stimulating conversation with professionals, regulators, researchers, and experts striving to demystify common misconceptions about Cannabis.

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Happy 420!

This 420, we welcome James Leitz, the Creator and Executive Producer of the California Cannabis Awards & Experience at the California State Fair. With over 30 years in sports, media, and live event production - including two decades at WM... more

This week on the show, we welcome Jeremy Warren and Richard Philbrook of Dark Heart. 

Founded in Oakland, California in 2007, Dark Heart helped shape the modern cannabis industry through pioneering work in tissue culture, pathogen detection and larg... more

This week, we welcome Vanessa Lovarato to the show to share her wisdom on integrating weed into your favorite dishes and indulgences, such as chocolate, butter, and beverages. 

Born in California and raised in Edmonton, Alberta, television host, cho... more

Today on the show, we welcome Kagyu of Coastal Seed Genetics. Our last show was 9 years ago. Kagyu's first cannabis garden in Santa Cruz was in 1969, and he has over 50 years of experience cultivating and preserving landrace lines. 

At Coastal Seed ... more

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Jeremy Warren
Director of Plant Genetics at Curaleaf
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Episode: Jeremy Warren & Richard Philbrook - Dark Heart Genetics, Science, and Craft 04/15/26
Richard Philbrook
Principal Scientist of Genetics at Curaleaf
Curaleaf
Episode: Jeremy Warren & Richard Philbrook - Dark Heart Genetics, Science, and Craft 04/15/26
Vanessa Lavorato
Television host, chocolatier and food writer
Founder of Marigold Sweets; Edibles Club author
Episode: Vanessa Lavorato - How to Eat Weed and Have a Good Time 04/02/26
Alex Tice
COO and CRO of Flow Distribution; founder of 22Red
Flow Distribution / 22Red
Episode: Alex Tice - 22Red & Flow 03/20/26
Miguel Reyna
Director of Reefer Madness The Musical
Renegade Theater Co.
Episode: Renegade Theater Co. Reefer Madness 02/06/26
Indicus Indy Riggs
Owner of Galactic Farms, regenerative cannabis farmer
Galactic Farms
Episode: Indicus "Indy" Riggs - Galactic Farms 02/27/26
Harry Rose
Cannabis Industry Consultant, Cultivator and Manufacturer
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Episode: Harry E. Rose of Solful 02/13/2026
Pete Olander
Founder of Happie
Happie
Episode: Pete Olander Founder Happie 02/06/26
John Casali
Owner of Huckleberry Hill Farms, a cannabis farmer in the Emerald Triangle
Huckleberry Hill Farms
Episode: Huckleberry Hill Farms - John Casali 01/30/26

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Christopher Carr
Host of Cannabis-focused conversations with industry professionals, regulators, researchers, and advocates.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 17 ratings
  • Insightful

    Insightful

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    codinagan
    United States5 years ago
  • Informed discussion & good times

    Nice to hear the radio broadcast on iTunes and look forward to interesting discussions as the new podcast format grows with more archived radio interviews!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SmileyGreen831
    United States5 years ago

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High-quality conversations with nuanced policy discussions.
Accessible explanations of complex cannabis topics.
A strong focus on regenerative farming and sustainability.
Engaging guests with deep industry knowledge.

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Vanessa Lavorato - How to Eat Weed and Have a Good Time 04/02/26
Q: What are the key considerations for dosing and potency in edibles?
She explains testing, validated data, and a cautious approach to dosing, including avoiding over-promising effects of terpenes and focusing on consistent, manageable milligram targets for guests.
Vanessa Lavorato - How to Eat Weed and Have a Good Time 04/02/26
Q: How did this plant come into your life?
Vanessa describes discovering a space for luxury, craft chocolate in cannabis during her time at UC Berkeley and how that set the course for her edible empire and media appearances.
Alex Tice - 22Red & Flow 03/20/26
Q: What makes 22Red distinct as a brand, and how do you maintain quality across production and partnerships?
Alex describes 22Red's origin with Shavo from System of a Down, the numerology and storytelling behind the brand, and their hands-on approach to product development, cultivation, and evaluating every strain and concentrate to ensure brand integrity.
Alex Tice - 22Red & Flow 03/20/26
Q: How did you first get involved with cannabis, and what drew you from skate culture into the industry?
Alex explains growing up in Tempe, his skate shop background, and how medical cannabis policies in the early 2010s opened a path into cultivation and distribution, blending his culture with business opportunities.
Barron Lutz Founder Nasha Hash - 02/19/2026
Q: What makes Nasha really unique in hash production?
We are committed to staying true to traditional methods while using advanced technology in a unique way to maintain quality and craftsmanship.

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The collection features in-depth conversations with cannabis industry leaders, cultivators, researchers, and advocates focused on demystifying cannabis, its history, and its evolving regulatory landscape. Episodes frequently explore farming practices (especially regenerative and terroir-driven approaches), product innovations (hash, concentrates, wellness brands), medical benefits, and community impact. A notable pattern is collaboration with legacy farmers, regional Californian cannabis culture, and educational outreach—from historic activism to modern cultivation and packaging innovations—making it a strong resource for brands, regulators, and connoisseurs seeking practical insights and context.

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Recent guests on The Cannabis Connection include:

1. Jeremy Warren
2. Richard Philbrook
3. Vanessa Lavorato
4. Alex Tice
5. Miguel Reyna
6. Indicus Indy Riggs
7. Harry Rose
8. Pete Olander

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