Episode 184 is the 47th episode of Season 3. We’re joined today by Jeremy Shechter, founder of Open Source Horticulture, a consulting and project management firm focused on advancing modern cultivation and controlled environment agriculture. Based in Cleveland, Ohio, Jeremy brings over a decade of experience leading large-scale horticultural operations and cannabis facility projects across the country. Before launching Open Source Horticulture, Jeremy served as COO at Bickel Consulting and VP of Operations at Buckeye Relief, where he oversaw facility design, expansion, and performance optimization. With a background in engineering from The Ohio State University, he combines technical expertise with a deep understanding of systems, data, and process efficiency. At Open Source Horticulture, Jeremy’s mission is to revolutionize how cultivation facilities are built and managed, through transparency, collaboration, and data-driven solutions that help operators grow smarter and more sustainably. Learn more at opensourcehorticulture.com. Enjoy the show! IG: apt_113 apt113.com

Episode 183 is the 46th episode of Season 3. We’re back with the October 2025 Monthly Special for episode 183 of Apartment 113. This month, we head to the mountains of Colorado for a conversation with Jimmy Brinkerhoff of Edun, a family-run cannabis company rooted in the land and built on a passion for natural farming. We’ll explore how the Brinkerhoff Family Farm combines horticultural experience with regenerative, no-till cultivation, blending old-world agricultural wisdom with modern greenhouse innovation. From living soils rich with native microbes to a deep respect for the plant and the planet, Edun is cultivating cannabis as it was meant to be, pure, intentional and alive. Jimmy’s vision for Edun is simple but profound: bring the craft back to cannabis. His approach champions sustainability, integrity, and the belief that great flower starts with great soil. What began as a family experiment in clean cultivation has grown into a movement that’s redefining what conscious cannabis can be in Colorado and beyond. You can catch the audio as always on iTunes, Spotify, Audible, or apt113.com, and you can also watch the full episode on YouTube along with our other monthly specials. Find out more about Edun at Edun.co and follow them on Instagram at @edun.education Sit down, roll one up, and enjoy the ride. IG: apt_113 apt113.com

Episode 182 is the 45th episode of Season 3. We’re joined today by Daniel Crawford, COO at Fat Nugs Magazine a cultivator, extractor, writer and advocate for quality cannabis. Known as the “Terpene Whisperer,” Daniel brings over two decades of cultivation and sensory expertise shaped by his work in pharma, dairy, brewing and organic farming. Since 2019, Daniel has helped elevate connoisseurship and education within the regulated market, merging passion with professionalism. In this episode we talk about judging cannabis, Daniel’s next role and what it really means to be a connoisseur in today’s industry. Beyond his technical skill, Daniel’s work reflects a deep commitment to community, mentorship and authenticity. Follow Daniel on LinkedIn and learn more at fatnugsmag.com. Enjoy the show! IG: apt_113 apt113.com

Episode 181 is the 44th episode of Season 3. We’re joined today by Shawn Pastian, better known as Barefoot Hash — a soil builder, organic grower, hashishin, educator and co-founder of Big Green Pharm in Dillwyn, Virginia. Shawn’s journey with cannabis began as personal curiosity and evolved into a lifelong calling centered on cultivation, education and healing. After years immersed in Southern Oregon’s multigenerational cannabis culture, he honed his craft as a high-quality hash maker and teacher dedicated to preserving the art and integrity of solventless extraction. Through Barefoot Hash, he approaches hash making as an art form, blending intuition, science and deep respect for the plant. At Big Green Pharm, he’s continuing that mission while developing Oil-Can, his cannabis root-based pain salve, and creating a community space for workshops, events and connection. In this episode we talk about regenerative growing, the spiritual and medicinal sides of cannabis, and what it means to live in rhythm with the plant. Shawn’s story is rooted in authenticity and a deep love for the land — the kind of passion that reminds us why we fell in love with this industry in the first place. Follow Shawn on Instagram at @barefoothash. Enjoy the show! IG: apt_113 apt113.com

Episode 180 is the 43rd episode of Season 3. We’re joined today by Blaine Hatab, CEO and co-founder of Distru, one of the cannabis industry’s leading software platforms. Distru helps cannabis operators manage inventory, orders and distribution across multiple facilities in one streamlined system. Built specifically for the complexities of the legal market, it’s become a go-to SaaS solution for brands, manufacturers and distributors looking to stay compliant while scaling efficiently. Blaine’s background blends technology, entrepreneurship and a passion for building infrastructure that moves the cannabis space forward. What started as an idea to simplify logistics has evolved into a platform powering some of the biggest names in the industry. In this episode we talk about the early days of cannabis tech, the unique challenges of building software for a heavily regulated market and what it takes to stay ahead as the space professionalizes. Blaine also shares his perspective on leadership, innovation and where technology is taking the cannabis supply chain next. Learn more at distru.com and connect with Blaine on LinkedIn. Enjoy the show! IG: apt_113 apt113.com

Episode 179 is the 42nd episode of Season 3. We’re joined today by Giancarlo Pinto, co-founder of NYC Bud, a family of dispensaries redefining cannabis retail through design, culture, and a distinctly New York sensibility. From their first Long Island City location styled like a subway station, to their new Midtown shop modeled after Grand Central Station itself, NYC Bud blends cannabis with the architecture and energy of the city that raised it. Giancarlo and his business partner Jonpaul Pezzo built their vision out of Queens roots and New York nightlife, creating stores that feel more like art installations than dispensaries. Interactive touches—like departure boards for order status and “ticket window” budtenders—turn shopping into an experience that’s playful, immersive, and uniquely New York. In this episode, we talk about what it means to build dispensaries that reflect the culture of a city, how design can change the way people experience cannabis, and what’s next for NYC Bud as they continue to grow. For Giancarlo, cannabis retail isn’t just business—it’s about honoring the backdrop of New York while keeping cannabis accessible, communal, and a little less serious. Follow Giancarlo on LinkedIn and learn more at nycbud.com. Enjoy the show! IG: apt_113 apt113.com

Episode 178 is the 41st episode of Season 3. We’re back with the September 2025 Monthly Special for episode 178 of Apartment 113. This month we dive deep into the psychedelic frontier where ancient rituals meet cutting-edge science, and where new research is rewriting everything we thought we knew about the mind. We’ll explore how AI-designed compounds like Mindstate Design Labs’ MSD-001 promise the healing without the hallucinatory trip, how groundbreaking brain research out of Michigan shows psychedelics rewire far more neurons than we ever imagined, and how simple breathwork may unlock psychedelic states without the medicine at all. We’ll also look back to the ancient Chavín of the Andes, who used plant medicine as a tool of power, and forward to Ohio State’s long-term psilocybin study showing depression relief that lasts for years. And las but not least, we’ll preview Psychedelic Awakening 2025 in Los Angeles, where I’ll be MCing the stage, moderating panels, and presenting on hermetic wisdom in the psychedelic age. You can catch the audio as always on iTunes, Spotify, Audible, or apt113.com, and you can also watch the full episode on YouTube along with our other monthly specials. Sit down, roll one up—or breathe deep—and enjoy the ride. Join us Oct 2nd-4th and grab your tickets at Psychedelic-Awakening.com IG: apt_113 apt113.com

Episode 177 is the 40th episode of Season 3. We’re joined today by Sergio Martinez, founder and CEO of Blimburn Seeds, one of the world’s leading cannabis seed companies. Based in Barcelona, Sergio has spent the last two decades building Blimburn into a global name synonymous with quality genetics, innovation, and a deep respect for cannabis culture. Sergio’s path into cannabis was anything but linear. He began his career in the European fashion industry before making the leap into cultivation supplies, eventually transforming a wholesale company into BBG Projects and the Blimburn brand. Today, Blimburn is known worldwide for producing elite cannabis genetics, carefully bred from clones that have taken home trophies at competitions like the High Times Cannabis Cup. With operations expanding across Europe and the U.S.—including new warehouses in California and New York—Blimburn is pushing the home-grower movement forward. Sergio sees personal cultivation not only as the future of cannabis, but as the heart of its culture. In this episode, we talk about the evolution of cannabis breeding, what it takes to build a global lifestyle brand around seeds, the importance of genetic preservation, and how U.S. home-grow culture is shaping up to be the next big wave. Learn more at blimburnseeds.com. Enjoy the show! IG: apt_113 apt113.com

Episode 176 is the 39th episode of Season 3. We’re joined today by Will Read, Founder & CEO of CannaPlanners, a creative agency dedicated to helping dispensaries and cannabis brands thrive through thoughtful design, marketing, and digital strategy. Since 2015, Will has been focused on normalization in cannabis—using branding and storytelling to elevate businesses and connect with consumers in meaningful ways. At CannaPlanners, the mission is simple but ambitious: to professionalize the cannabis industry through design and strategy while keeping things authentic, approachable, and human. From custom websites and SEO to loyalty marketing and brand development, Will and his team have built a reputation for helping cannabis companies not only sell more, but also stand out in a crowded, regulated market. In this episode, Will shares his journey from early days in cannabis entrepreneurship to building an agency that blends creativity with compliance. We dig into why design matters in cannabis, what makes great branding click, and how CannaPlanners balances professionalism with a little bit of fun along the way. Follow Will on LinkedIn and learn more at cannaplanners.com. Enjoy the show! IG: apt_113 apt113.com

Episode 175 is the 38th episode of Season 3. We’re joined today by Wes Shepherd, Co-Founder of Hoodie Analytics, a company redefining how cannabis data is tracked, shared, and put to work. A lifelong entrepreneur with over two decades in SaaS and software-enabled services, Wes has built and led businesses at the intersection of technology, data, and market strategy. At Hoodie, Wes and his team have created the world’s largest repository of daily cannabis product pricing and assortment, offering unmatched visibility into retail performance. Their platform helps brands, retailers, and investors understand the cannabis market in real time—from sales velocity and product presence to inventory management and out-of-stock tracking. In this episode, Wes talks about the value of clean, structured data in an industry still finding its footing, how Hoodie was born out of his work at Unifyd, and why better analytics are key to building sustainable growth across the cannabis supply chain. It’s a conversation about data, entrepreneurship, and what it really takes to make sense of a fragmented market. Follow Wes on LinkedIn and explore Hoodie Analytics at hoodieanalytics.com. Enjoy the show! IG: apt_113 apt113.com

Episode 174 is the 37th episode of Season 3. We’re joined today by Drew Tybus, founder of Oak PR, a communications agency built on strategy-first thinking and deep influence. With a career spent shaping brand narratives and driving growth through media, events, and influencer marketing, Drew has become a trusted voice in building consumer brands that break through the noise. At Oak PR, Drew and his team work across media relations, thought leadership, and experiential campaigns, helping clients not just earn coverage but create conversations that matter. From intimate press dinners to large-scale activations, Oak PR is known for turning ideas into moments that move markets. In this episode, Drew shares insights from years of brand-building—what it really takes to connect with consumers, how connoisseur marketing is evolving and how strategy remains the foundation of great storytelling. Follow Drew on LinkedIn and learn more at oakpr.com. Enjoy the show! IG: apt_113 apt113.com

Episode 173 is the 36th episode of Season 3. We’re joined today by Rama Mayo, co-founder of Hall of Flowers and a driving force behind some of the most influential platforms in cannabis, music, and culture. From running the legendary indie label Big Wheel Recreation in the ’90s and early 2000s — home to bands like Jimmy Eat World, At The Drive-In, and The (International) Noise Conspiracy — to building global campaigns for brands like Disney, Pepsi, and Beats by Dre, Rama’s career has always sat at the crossroads of creativity and community. In cannabis, he’s the visionary behind Hall of Flowers, the trade show that redefined how brands and retailers connect, as well as Green Street, a cultural agency and building in downtown Los Angeles he co-founded with Gary Vaynerchuk. Across all of it, his work reflects a punk rock ethos, positive mental attitude, and a willingness to fail fast to keep moving forward. In this episode, we talk about Rama’s journey from the DIY music scene to shaping cannabis culture at scale, why branding and storytelling matter as much as product, and how enthusiasm and authenticity can carry you further than credentials ever could. Follow Rama on LinkedIn and learn more at hallofflowers.com. Join him at the next Hall of Flowers in Santa Rosa, California on September 10th & 11th. Get your tickets here! Enjoy the show! IG: apt_113 apt113.com

Episode 172 is the 35th episode of Season 3. We’re back with the August 2025 Monthly Special for episode 172 of Apartment 113. This episode features Dustin Hoxworth as cohost, founder of Fat Nugs Magazine where we hang out and unpack the latest in cannabis news and headlines for this month. You can catch the audio as always on iTunes, Spotify, Audible, or apt113.com, and you can also watch the full episode on YouTube along with our other monthly specials. Sit down, roll one up, and enjoy the ride. Thank you to our sponsors and supporters: Fat Nugs Magazine – fatnugsmag.com Green Lane Communication - greenlanecommunication.com Bite Me the Show about Edibles - bitemepodcast.com IG: apt_113 apt113.com

Episode 171 is the 34th episode of Season 3. We’re joined today by Ben Burstein, Corporate Development Manager at LeafLink, where he manages mergers & acquisitions, industry research, and strategic partnerships for one of the largest B2B platforms in cannabis. Ben’s work helps shape the business landscape behind the scenes, connecting operators, investors, and partners in a rapidly shifting market. Before joining LeafLink, Ben built his career in finance and cannabis investment, with experience at Citi Equity Research and Tuatara Capital. A graduate of the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, he’s been featured as an industry commentator on outlets like ABC, FOX, NPR, and Cannabis Business Times. In this episode, we talk about how LeafLink approaches consolidation in the space, the trends driving M&A activity, and what it means to build long-term partnerships in a fragmented market. Ben offers a look into the strategy side of cannabis, the deals, data, and decisions that shape the future of the industry. Follow Ben on LinkedIn and learn more at leaflink.com. Enjoy the show! IG: apt_113 apt113.com

Episode 170 is the 33rd episode of Season 3. We’re joined today by Jeff Miller, CEO of HoneyProjects and one of the visionaries reshaping New Jersey’s cannabis market. A Peabody Award winning documentarian turned cannabis entrepreneur, Jeff’s journey into the industry is both personal and purposeful rooted in his own use of cannabis to manage depression and anxiety, and sparked by a documentary project that ultimately inspired him to build something bigger. Since 2016, Jeff has grown HoneyProjects into a family of award-winning ventures, including HoneyGrove, named 2024 Dispensary of the Year by Cannademix and the newly opened HoneyStash. HoneyStash isn’t just another shop; it’s a community hub blending craft cannabis, local art, and wellness. In this episode, we talk about New Jersey’s evolving cannabis landscape, why supporting small-batch producers matters, how storytelling translates into retail, and what the future looks like at the intersection of cannabis, psychedelics, and culture. Jeff’s approach is authentic, community-focused, and deeply committed to showing what cannabis can achieve when done differently. Follow Jeff on LinkedIn and learn more at honey-projects.com. Enjoy the show! IG: apt_113 apt113.com

Episode 169 is the 32nd episode of Season 3. We’re joined today by Tom Ritchie, founder of High Flyer Media and host of The Legacies Podcast, a show that digs into the real stories behind the cannabis industry’s rise. Based in Canada, Tom has carved out a space at the intersection of cannabis, media, and compliance in our highly regulated markets. Before launching High Flyer, Tom spent years inside the machine, working with tech providers like Ample Organics and surviving the chaos of Akerna. That frontline experience gave him a clear view of what the industry was missing: honest storytelling, marketing that actually works, and media built by and for people in cannabis. High Flyer is his answer to that gap, offering compliant, innovative strategies for brands trying to reach real consumers in a fragmented space. In this episode, we talk about Canadian cannabis marketing, the state of retail, what legacy really means in 2025, and how Tom’s background in cultivation, compliance, and podcasting uniquely informs his current work. If you’ve ever wondered how to market cannabis in a way that respects the rules without becoming irrelevant, Tom’s got some thoughts. Follow Tom on LinkedIn, check out The Legacies Podcast, and learn more at thehighflyer.ca. Enjoy the show! IG: apt_113 apt113.com

Episode 168 is the 31st episode of Season 3. We’re joined today by Rocco Del Priore, co-founder and CTO of Sweed POS, a cannabis retail software company helping dispensaries streamline everything from sales to compliance to customer experience. With a background in computer science and years of hands-on experience in both tech and cannabis, Rocco brings a unique systems-level mindset to solving retail’s biggest pain points. From building apps at Apple to designing tools for delivery, loyalty, and point-of-sale, Rocco has spent the last decade helping companies better connect with their customers. At Sweed, he’s taking that mission further by building an all-in-one retail platform that actually understands the needs of cannabis operators. In this episode, we talk about what it takes to build tech that adapts to real-world workflows, the differences between cannabis and traditional retail, and how Rocco’s journey through product, IT, and operations has shaped Sweed’s user-first approach. We also get into what most tech companies get wrong about dispensaries and what the next era of cannabis retail should look like. Follow Rocco on LinkedIn and learn more at sweedpos.com. Enjoy the show! IG: apt_113 apt113.com

Episode 167 is the 30th episode of Season 3. We’re joined today by Joshua Wilson, a cannabis operations pro with over 14 years of experience spanning compliance, retail, marketing, and multi-state program launches. He currently serves as the Director of Retail at Culture House, a standout dispensary in New York known for its elevated approach to community engagement and consumer experience. From navigating the early Prop 215 era in California to managing high-volume, multi-location rollouts under Prop 64 and now supporting New York’s evolving cannabis landscape, Joshua brings a wide-lens view of where the industry’s been and where it’s headed. His passion for the plant is matched by a deep understanding of regulatory frameworks and the operational muscle to get stores launched and teams humming. In this episode, we talk about Culture House’s roots and vision, the lessons learned from legacy-to-legal transitions, what makes a dispensary resonate with its customers, and how to balance innovation with compliance in a hyper-regulated market. We also get into the nuances of building lasting retail culture — one that educates, uplifts, and reflects the communities it serves. Follow Joshua on LinkedIn and learn more at culturehousenyc.com. Enjoy the show! IG: apt_113 apt113.com

Episode 166 is the 29th episode of Season 3. We’re back with the July 2025 Monthly Special for episode 166 of Apartment 113. This month’s special brings back Fat Nugs Magazine founder Dustin Hoxworth as co-host, and features an insightful conversation with John Shute, founder of PufCreativ. As always, we kick things off by digging into the latest cannabis news and culture headlines, everything from Mike Tyson’s policy push to Cannabis in Space while weighing in on what these developments really mean for the soul of the industry. Then we welcome John to the show for a sharp and grounded conversation about brand building, creative strategy, and authenticity in cannabis. From working with legacy-minded brands to navigating relationships with big players, John shares his approach to helping clients define their “why” while staying rooted in reality. We get into culture-building, calling out the bad actors, celebrating the good ones, and learning how to collaborate with an iron fist in a velvet glove. This was a deep one, centered around expectations, resilience, and reigniting the passion that’s fueled cannabis culture from day one. You can catch the audio as always on iTunes, Spotify, Audible, or apt113.com, and you can also watch the full episode on YouTube along with our other monthly specials. Sit down, roll one up, and enjoy the ride. Thank you to our sponsors and supporters: Green Rush Accounting & Tax – greenrushtax.com Fat Nugs Magazine – fatnugsmag.com Green Lane Communication - greenlanecommunication.com IG: apt_113 apt113.com

Episode 165 is the 28th episode of Season 3. We’re joined today by Joann Kudrewicz, co-founder and CEO of Ravens View Genetics, a craft cannabis company based in the Catskill Mountains of upstate New York, known for its regenerative farming practices and Indigenous-led vision. With deep roots in legacy cultivation and a strong commitment to sustainability, Joann and her husband Michael bring a rare combination of experience, culture, and care to the table. From their early experience growing on family land to launching Ravens View Genetics as one of the few Indigenous and woman-owned licensed producers in New York, Joann’s story is one of resilience, passion, and doing things differently. In this episode, we talk about the realities of cultivation in the regulated market, the importance of genetic preservation, and how traditional knowledge and modern science can work together to build something better. Follow Joann on LinkedIn and learn more at ravensviewgenetics.com. Enjoy the show! IG: apt_113 apt113.com