Send us Fan Mail WTF is actually happening with the hemp industry? And who the f**k is benefiting from all this? We're talking about a multibillion-dollar industry, thousands of businesses, and real people's livelihoods hanging in the balance. With December 11 right around the corner, I wanted to hear from someone who's actually IN IT. This week on The Garden Tok Podcast, I'm getting freshly gardened with Jared Masarek, CEO of Baked Bags, for an unfiltered conversation about the looming federal hemp restrictions, the future of THC products, and what happens when the government threatens to pull the rug out from under an entire industry. But this isn't just another conversation about legislation. We're getting into Jared's journey from cannabis entrepreneur to CEO of Baked Bags, the challenges of building a business in this industry, and what he's doing to prepare for an uncertain future. We're talking about: 💨 WTF is actually happening with the hemp ban and December 11? 💨 Why would the government restrict a multibillion-dollar industry instead of regulating and taxing it? 💨 Who actually benefits from these changes? 💨 What happens to the smaller businesses that can't afford to pivot? 💨 How Baked Bags is preparing to enter the regulated dispensary market. 💨 What business owners, creators, and everyday consumers can actually DO to help. 💨 The reality of building a cannabis business when the rules keep changing. And so much more. This is one of those conversations I think every gardener, stonerpreneur, and anyone who cares about the future of this industry needs to hear. Because behind every business is a real person who took a risk, invested their money, and built something they believed in. And those stories deserve to be heard. 🎙️ MEET OUR GUEST Jared Masarek CEO of Baked Bags Instagram: @baked.bags go to www.bakedbags.com and use code: GARDENTOK40 to save 40%. 💨 STAY CONNECTED & KEEP THE GARDEN GROWING! The Garden Tok Podcast is independently created, produced, and funded. Every episode takes time, research, editing, and a whole lot of love for this community. If you've ever laughed, learned something, discovered a new brand, or just enjoyed getting freshly gardened with me, here's how you can help keep this little garden growing. 💚 SUPPORT THE SHOW (IT'S FREE!) ⭐ Leave a rating or review! These help more than you know and make it easier for new gardeners to discover the podcast. 💬 Drop a comment! I want to hear your thoughts, opinions, and what you'd love to hear next. 📲 SHARE THIS EPISODE! Send it to your favorite gardening buddy, a fellow stonerpreneur, or someone who needs to hear this conversation. 🎙️ Follow the podcast! Whether you're listening on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or watching on YouTube, make sure you're subscribed so you never miss an episode. 💚 WANT TO SUPPORT THE SHOW EVEN MORE? 🛍️ SHOP THE MERCH! Grab some Garden Tok goodies and help support future episodes at GardenTokMerch.com. 💸 SUPPORT THE PODCAST! Want to help fund future episodes? Check out the listener-support options linked with the show. 🤝 BECOME A SPONSOR! Have a brand that belongs in the garden? Let's talk about partnering on an upcoming episode. 🌿 FOLLOW THE GARDEN INSTAGRAM: @thegardentokpodcast and @thegardentok https://www.instagram.com/thegardentokpodcast/ FACEBOOK: The Garden Tok https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61579250181579 YOUTUBE: The Garden Tok Podcast You must be logged into YouTube and 18+ to watch full video episodes. SUBSTACK: STONERPRENEUR https://open.substack.com/pub/stonerpreneur Real stories. Real entrepreneurs. Unfiltered conversations about cannabis, business, and everything happening behind the scenes. MERCH: https://GardenTokMerch.com Every listen, share, comment, review, and purchase helps keep this independently produced podcast going. Thank you for being part of the garden. Light up and level up! 💨 Steph The Garden Tok Podcast Support the show This Podcast is hosted by an awesome person. Theme Music by someone really talented. Follow on Instagram and YOUTUBE Sign up for our Garden Tok Newsletter here Support the show by leaving a rating and review!