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The Canna Boss Babes Podcast shares the stories of the people building the cannabis industry and shaping the future of the plant. Created by Ishqa Hillman, the platform hosted 804 live interviews worldwide before Instagram removed the page in 2021 after multiple “Best Podcast” nominations. Ranked #2 Best Women in Cannabis Podcast by Feedspot, Ishqa the Boss Babe continues spotlighting cannabis entrepreneurs, advocates, and innovators—now with 1,000+ interviews and counting. Follow @thecannabossbabes

  1. Sherri Mack: Cannabis Nursing and the Future of Patient Empowerment

    3D AGO

    Sherri Mack: Cannabis Nursing and the Future of Patient Empowerment

    What happens when a nurse becomes a patient—and cannabis becomes the medicine that changes everything? In this episode of The Canna Boss Babes Podcast, host Ishqa Hillman sits down with cannabis nurse Sherri Mack to explore her journey from ICU patient to one of the leading voices in cannabis nursing and patient education. After contracting a life-threatening infection in 2012, Mack found herself navigating the healthcare system from the other side of the bed. Facing dozens of medications and worsening symptoms, a fellow nurse introduced her to cannabis as medicine—an experience that transformed her recovery and ultimately her career. Today, Mack is the co-founder of Holistic Caring & The Green Nurse platform, where she helps patients and healthcare providers better understand cannabis medicine and the endocannabinoid system. Together, Ishqa and Sherri discuss patient empowerment, cannabis stigma, therapeutic cannabis use, and how education is reshaping the future of healthcare.

    51 min
  2. Danielle Wildstein: Cannabis Education and the Vision Behind Blue Oak Dispensary

    5D AGO

    Danielle Wildstein: Cannabis Education and the Vision Behind Blue Oak Dispensary

    Danielle Wildstein didn’t set out to become a cannabis entrepreneur. After spending more than 20 years working in pharmaceuticals, Danielle found herself questioning the system after witnessing her mother struggle with chronic illness and the side effects of endless medications. When New Jersey legalized recreational cannabis, she saw an opportunity to create something different. In this episode of The Canna Boss Babes Podcast, Danielle shares how that experience led her to launch Blue Oak Dispensary, a cannabis retail space designed around education, wellness, and community trust. Rather than focusing solely on products or potency, Danielle built Blue Oak around conversations. Her team works closely with customers—especially women, mothers, and seniors—to help them understand cannabinoids, dosing, and how cannabis can support everyday wellness goals. The conversation also explores the evolving cannabis industry in New Jersey, the challenges of regulation and licensing, and the importance of education in combating stigma and misinformation. If you’re curious about how cannabis retail can become more patient-centered and community-driven, this episode offers an inside look at what the future of dispensaries could look like.

    1h 11m
  3. Elisabeth Mack: Coachella Valley Canna Week, Healthy Aging, and Plant Medicine

    MAR 5

    Elisabeth Mack: Coachella Valley Canna Week, Healthy Aging, and Plant Medicine

    Elisabeth Mack joins The Canna Boss Babes Podcast for a conversation that blends healthcare, healing, advocacy, and what’s ahead for Coachella Valley Canna Week. A nurse, healthcare executive, educator, and author, Elisabeth shares how a bicycle accident led her from conventional medicine into the cannabis space and why she has spent the last decade helping patients understand plant medicine in a more practical, clinical, and empowering way. Together, Elisabeth and Ishqa talk about what to expect from Coachella Valley Canna Week with CVCAN, including community education, healthy aging conversations, and why this event is designed not just for industry people, but for everyday community members who want to learn. They also get into cannabinoids, the endocannabinoid system, lifestyle medicine, Bloom Hemp, the Green Nurse, and the deeper personal healing behind Elisabeth’s memoir, Wine, Women and Weed. This episode is a reminder that education is power, stories matter, and events like Coachella Valley Canna Week create the kind of community conversations that can truly shift stigma. Watch the full episode on YouTube and find more episodes, resources, and community at thecannabossbabes.com.

    41 min
  4. Mia Garlock: Cannabis, Healing, and Questioning the Narrative

    MAR 5

    Mia Garlock: Cannabis, Healing, and Questioning the Narrative

    What happens when a life-altering injury forces you to rethink everything you thought you knew about healing? In this episode of The Canna Boss Babes Podcast, Mia Garlock joins Ishqa Hillman for an honest conversation about recovery, research, and why questioning the narrative matters more than ever. After a serious accident left Mia in a wheelchair with multiple broken bones, she found herself relying on cannabis while healing — and the results surprised even her medical specialists. That experience became the beginning of a much deeper journey into understanding how the plant interacts with the body and why so many people still misunderstand it. Throughout the conversation, Mia shares her perspective on healing, curiosity, and the importance of doing your own research rather than blindly accepting information online. From bone healing and cannabinoids to the surprising benefits of compounds like CBG, she brings both humor and insight to the conversation while encouraging people to stay curious and keep asking questions. This episode is also a reminder that advocacy starts with education. The more we understand how the plant works, the better we can advocate for safe access, accurate information, and thoughtful conversations about wellness. If you’ve ever been curious about how cannabis interacts with the body — or why questioning the narrative matters — this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. Watch the full episode on YouTube or explore more conversations at thecannabossbabes.com.

    1h 27m
  5. Horror Films, Cannabis Vibes & the Festival That Brings Them Together | Christopher Wells, Weird Short Films Festival

    FEB 27

    Horror Films, Cannabis Vibes & the Festival That Brings Them Together | Christopher Wells, Weird Short Films Festival

    If you've ever watched a horror film elevated and thought this is everything — this episode is for you. This week on The Canna Boss Babes, host Ishqa sits down with filmmaker Christopher Wells, founder of the Weird Short Films Festival — a cannabis film festival hitting the Vino Theater in Brooklyn on April 18th, 2026. It's weird cinema, great community, and the most natural 4/20 lead-up event we've heard of all year. Christopher gets into why he built a festival specifically for the cannabis and horror crossover, what most small film festivals get wrong, and why short films are one of the most underrated art forms out there. He also talks about his next feature Elimination Strain, the craft of sound design, and what it actually takes to build community from scratch. This one's fun, creative, and a little weird — exactly how we like it. In this episode: Why cannabis + horror is the most natural pairing everWhat filmmakers actually deserve from a festivalThe ten awards (including Best Four-20 Vibe 🙌)How Christopher built his judge panel from social media relationshipsShort films vs. features — the creative freedom argumentSound design, experimental cinema, and why weird is always betterElimination Strain and what's coming next Connect with Christopher Wells & the Weird Short Films Festival:🌐 weirdshortfilms.com📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WeirdShortFilms📲 Instagram: @weirdshortfilms Connect with The Canna Boss Babes:🌐 thecannabossbabes.com📲 Instagram: @thecannabossbabes

    58 min
  6. Victoria Cvitanovic: Cannabis Sentencing Enhancements and Prison Reform

    FEB 25

    Victoria Cvitanovic: Cannabis Sentencing Enhancements and Prison Reform

    What if someone isn’t technically in prison for cannabis—but their sentence was still extended because of it? In this episode of The Canna Boss Babes Podcast, attorney and former prosecutor Victoria Cvitanovic joins host Ishqa Hillman to discuss the hidden impact of cannabis sentencing enhancements. Often called “multiple billing,” this legal process allows courts to extend prison sentences based on a person’s previous criminal history. In many cases, past cannabis convictions—sometimes decades old—can significantly increase the punishment for a later offense. Victoria explains how these laws work, why they remain largely invisible in public conversations about cannabis reform, and why advocates must understand sentencing policies to push for meaningful justice. The conversation also explores prosecutorial discretion, the long-term consequences of the drug war, and the ethical challenges embedded in the criminal justice system. For anyone working in cannabis advocacy, criminal justice reform, or policy, this episode offers an important perspective on how legalization alone does not resolve the lasting effects of prohibition. Watch the full episode on YouTube and find more episodes, resources, and community at thecannabossbabes.com.

    45 min
  7. Why Cannabis Businesses Can't Get Funded — And the Guy Fixing It | Bill Telford, Biz Funds Hub

    FEB 18

    Why Cannabis Businesses Can't Get Funded — And the Guy Fixing It | Bill Telford, Biz Funds Hub

    💚 Cannabis business financing has been nearly impossible — until now. In this episode of The Canna Boss Babes, host Ishqa sits down with Bill Telford, founder of Biz Funds Hub — a marketplace connecting cannabis entrepreneurs with the working capital partners they actually need. Whether you're running a dispensary, cultivation operation, manufacturing facility, or processing company, this conversation breaks down exactly what financial tools are available to you and how to use them. 🎯 In this episode, you'll learn: What invoice factoring is and how it puts 70–80% of unpaid invoices in your hands right nowHow a revolving line of credit can protect your payroll, inventory, and growthWhat "opportunity capital" and project funding mean for cannabis businessesWhy vertical integration might be hurting more businesses than it's helpingWhat federal rescheduling could mean for cannabis financing and investmentHow to know if your business qualifies — and what to do if you're not sure💡 Who this is for: Dispensary owners, cultivators, processors, manufacturers, and anyone in the cannabis supply chain who has ever struggled to make payroll, grow their operation, or access capital through traditional means. 🌿 Bill started Biz Funds Hub after a long career in securities and financial services — but what really drove him was his deep personal connection to the cannabis plant and a belief that this industry deserves the same access to capital as any other. His slogan: "Our green grows your green. From roots to results." 📍 Biz Funds Hub currently serves cannabis businesses in all U.S. states except California (though some services may still be available — reach out directly). 🔔 New to the channel? Subscribe for weekly conversations with cannabis industry leaders, brand founders, cultivators, and advocates who are building the future of this space — unapologetically. 👇 Connect with Bill Telford & Biz Funds Hub:https://bizfundshub.com/ 👇 Connect with Canna Boss Babes:https://www.thecannabossbabes.com/ #CannabisFinancing #CannabisBusiness #InvoiceFactoring #CannaBossBabes #CannabisFunding #WorkingCapital #CannabisEntrepreneur #CannabisPodcast #BizFundsHub #CannabisCommunity

    43 min
  8. 450 Cannabis Websites + Free Women's Network: Caron Cooper

    FEB 11

    450 Cannabis Websites + Free Women's Network: Caron Cooper

    Moved across the country for legal cannabis. Built 450+ websites. Now runs the industry's biggest free women's network. Caron Cooper didn't stumble into cannabis—she moved states for it. After discovering an industry full of farmers needing marketing help at CannaCon 2018, she launched CannaSite and eventually took over Women Employed in Cannabis (WEIC). Now she's building something bigger than websites: spaces and stages for women in cannabis to connect, collaborate, and thrive—completely free. In this episode: 🌱 Why Your Cannabis Website Might Disappear:The Squarespace/Shopify risks nobody warns you about. Why platform terms of service changes could destroy your business overnight. How WordPress + WooCommerce protects your data. The GoDaddy mistake killing beautiful sites. 💻 From $500 Sites to 450 Clients:How Caron built CannaSite differently. Why she empowers clients instead of creating dependency. Post-launch education that keeps you independent. Building websites that scale with your business. Email marketing's $36-$42 ROI per dollar. 👯‍♀️ Women Employed in Cannabis (WEIC):100% free membership (seriously, no catch). Monthly networking that creates real connections. New Third Thursday office hours for peer mentoring. "Schedule a call after the call" philosophy. Why collaboration beats competition. 🤱 Cannabis & Mom Life:How anxiety appeared with motherhood. Cannabis for presence vs. zoning out. Managing two kids (5 and 9) plus multiple businesses. Breaking the lazy stoner stigma. Working from home without losing your mind. 💪 Why Women Do It Better:Women put out higher quality work (Caron's not sorry). Purpose over profit in women-led businesses. Supporting other women's groups (Canna Boss Babes, Blunt Brunch). How CannaSite funds WEIC operations. ⚠️ 2026 Industry Reality:Hemp ban concerns. Why people are "putting on the brakes." Federal uncertainty and backup plans. International options as US stalls. Perfect for: Women cannabis entrepreneurs seeking communityAnyone building/needing a cannabis websiteMoms balancing business + kidsCannabis professionals working in isolationPeople considering WordPress vs. platformsKey Moments:Cannabis as anxiety medicine • 450 websites built • WordPress vs. Squarespace for cannabis • WEIC free membership model • Monthly networking success • Third Thursday office hours • Better together philosophy • Mom entrepreneur reality • Hemp ban concerns • Women supporting women Connect with Caron:CannaSite: CannaSite.comWEIC: WomenEmployedInCannabis.com (free membership) More from The Canna Boss Babes:New episodes weekly with cannabis industry leaders, women entrepreneurs, and community builders breaking stigma. Subscribe so you never miss a conversation! #WomenInCannabis #CannabisEntrepreneur #WEIC #CannabisWebDesign #WomenSupportingWomen #CannabisCommunity #MomEntrepreneur #CannabisNetworking #WordPressCannabis #WomenInBusiness

    50 min
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The Canna Boss Babes Podcast shares the stories of the people building the cannabis industry and shaping the future of the plant. Created by Ishqa Hillman, the platform hosted 804 live interviews worldwide before Instagram removed the page in 2021 after multiple “Best Podcast” nominations. Ranked #2 Best Women in Cannabis Podcast by Feedspot, Ishqa the Boss Babe continues spotlighting cannabis entrepreneurs, advocates, and innovators—now with 1,000+ interviews and counting. Follow @thecannabossbabes

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  • Creator
    The Canna Boss Babes
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    193
  • Rating
    Explicit
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