Best Zach McKee Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 18 - David Parker Ray: The Toy Box Killer (Part I) - The Devil in the Desert 54:19

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Send us a text For decades, the deserts of New Mexico hid one of America’s most sadistic predators in plain sight. Behind the walls of a small, unmarked trailer… in a quiet lakeside town… David Parker Ray built a room designed for torture, control, and pure domination — a place his victims called the Toy Box. In Part I, we pull back the veil on Dav…

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Ep. 17 - The Dyatlov Pass Incident - Part II: Theories from the Cold 54:46

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Send us a text Nine hikers fled into the frozen night… but the truth didn’t flee with them. In Part II of The Dyatlov Pass Incident, we peel back the ice to examine every unsettling theory buried beneath the snow: avalanches, secret Soviet weaponry, radiation, extraterrestrial sightings, KGB involvement, paradoxical hypothermia, creature encounters…

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Sellout Pod Girl (feat. Jae Stephens) 54:32

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Your new obsession has arrived, and it's Jae Stephens! She drops by the podcast to talk about her upcoming mixtape, Total Sellout, the meaning behind her song "Afterbody", and her new podcast!By Popheads

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Ep. 16 - The Butcher of British Columbia: The Willie Pickton Case 1:26:29

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Send us a text “It sits at the end of a gravel road outside Port Coquitlam… a stretch of farmland that looked ordinary from the highway — until the truth clawed its way to the surface.” In this haunting deep dive, Bria, Zach, and Lyndsay pull back the curtain on one of Canada’s darkest chapters — the case of Robert “Willie” Pickton, the pig farmer …

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Ep. 15 -The Dyatlov Pass Incident — The Nine Who Vanished (Part I) 38:15

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Send us a text Nine friends. One mountain. No return. In February 1959, nine hikers set out across Russia’s Ural Mountains on a winter expedition led by Igor Dyatlov. Weeks later, rescuers uncovered their tent — ripped open from the inside. Footprints led barefoot into the blizzard… and what they found in the snow defied all logic.In Part I — The N…

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GRAMMYs Best New Artist Predictions (feat. Nicky Reardon) 51:28

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With the 2026 GRAMMYs nominees being unveiled on Thursday, Nicky Reardon joins the podcast to contemplate which artists will be nominated for Best New Artist this year. We discuss the shoe-ins, who we're rooting for, potential wildcard picks, our personal Best New Artist, and our final predictions.By Popheads

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Ep. 14 - Maury Travis: The House of Tapes (The Street Walker Strangler of St. Louis) 40:52

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Send us a text In 2002, detectives in Ferguson, Missouri, uncovered a nightmare hidden behind an ordinary smile. Maury Travis—a polite waiter, soft-spoken neighbor, and former college student—was living a double life. Down in his basement on 1001 Ford Drive, he built what investigators later called a house of tapes: a place where fear, control, and…

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Ep. 13 - The Amityville Horror: The House That Watches 43:15

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Send us a text 🏚️ On November 13, 1974, the peaceful town of Amityville, New York, awoke to the unimaginable—six family members found murdered inside their home on Ocean Avenue. A year later, another family moved in… and claimed they weren’t alone.Was it madness? Possession? Or something far older than both? In this episode, Veil of Echoes descends…

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Halloween Origins & True Crimes | The Night the Dead Remember 51:10

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Send us a text When the veil thins and the fire still burns, Halloween becomes more than costumes and candy—it becomes remembrance. In this Veil of Echoes Halloween Special, Bria, Zach, and Lyndsay travel back to the ancient fires of Samhain, uncover the forgotten rituals that shaped All Hallows’ Eve, and share the eerie folklore that still lingers…

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Halloween Treat Mini-Sode IV – Haunted Forests: Where the Dead Still Whisper 51:04

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Send us a text Our final October mini-episode takes you deep into the world’s most haunted forests — places where history, myth, and tragedy intertwine. From Japan’s Aokigahara to Germany’s Black Forest, we explore the legends, disappearances, and echoes that linger long after the footsteps fade. If the trees could speak… what would they tell you? …

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Post-Breakup Pod Girl (feat. Grant Knoche) 39:55

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Soon-to-be Main Pop Boy Grant Knoche joins the podcast to talk all about his new album Good Luck Getting Over Me!By Popheads

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Ep. 12 - Aileen Wuornos - The Woman Who Became the Storm 39:39

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Send us a text “They called her a monster. But monsters aren’t born — they’re made.”Aileen Wuornos was one of the most infamous names in American true crime — a woman whose life blurred the line between victim and villain.In this episode, Veil of Echoes takes you beyond the headlines into the storm that created her: a childhood marked by abandonmen…

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Ep. 11 - The Winchester Mystery House: The Widow and the Curse 49:12

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Send us a text For thirty-eight years, the sound of hammering never stopped. Behind the ornate walls of a California mansion, a grieving widow built a labyrinth for the dead — staircases that led to ceilings, doors that opened into air, and rooms that refused to end. Was Sarah Winchester haunted by spirits… or by her own sorrow? In this episode, we…

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Halloween Treat Mini-Sode III – 6 Urban Legends That Still Haunt Us 50:43

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Send us a text Some stories begin as warnings… whispered at sleepovers, told around dying campfires, or passed along by a friend of a friend. But what if the legends we grew up hearing weren’t just stories — what if they were echoes of something that really happened? In this third Halloween Treat mini-sode, the Veil of Echoes team dives deep into s…

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Ep. 10 - The Black Dahlia: The Murder of Elizabeth Short 1:01:04

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Send us a text She came to Hollywood chasing the light—but found only darkness beneath the spotlight. Dive into the unsolved murder of Elizabeth Short—known to history as The Black Dahlia—and the chilling secrets, corruption, and ghosts that still linger in Los Angeles. Los Angeles, 1947. A dreamer named Elizabeth Short stepped into the city of ang…

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Ep. 9 - The Haunting of the Cecil Hotel: Evil That Lives Within 1:03:47

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Send us a text It was meant to be a symbol of glamour and hope — but behind its ornate doors, the Cecil Hotel became a monument to misery. From the unsolved murder of “Pigeon Goldie” Osgood and the twisted stays of Richard Ramirez and Jack Unterweger, to the mysterious death of Elisa Lam, the Cecil’s history reads like a catalog of tragedy. Some sa…

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Halloween Mini Treat 2 - Midnight Rituals - Paranormal Games from the Other Side 48:35

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Send us a text Some games are made for fun — others were never meant to be played at all. In this Halloween Treat mini-sode, the Veil of Echoes team explores the chilling world of paranormal games — rituals whispered about online and dared between friends after midnight. From elevators that open to other worlds, to mirrors that reflect something no…

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Ep. 8 - The BTK Killer: Dennis Rader - Bind. Torture. Kill. 56:15

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Send us a text 🎙️ Episode VIII — The BTK Killer For three decades, Wichita, Kansas lived in quiet fear. A husband. A father. A church leader. Behind every smile, every Sunday service, he hid a secret that would haunt an entire city. He called himself BTK — Bind. Torture. Kill. In this episode, we step inside the mind of Dennis Rader — the man who b…

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Ep. 7: The 1949 St. Louis Exorcism - The True Story That Inspired The Exorcist 53:13

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Send us a text Before The Exorcist terrified the world, a quiet thirteen-year-old boy in St. Louis endured something no prayer could stop. In 1949, priests recorded weeks of violent phenomena—scratches carved into flesh, voices that mocked the sacred, a hospital wing sealed in fear. Was it possession… or the unraveling of grief and faith colliding?…

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Halloween Treat Mini-Sode I: Haunted Objects — Dolls, Paintings & Cursed Things 37:41

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Send us a text Step inside the cabinet of horrors… Behind the glass and shadows are objects that look ordinary — but each has left a trail of fear, fire, and death. From dolls that move when no one’s watching to paintings that refuse to burn, this Halloween Treat mini-sode opens the case files on some of the world’s most infamous haunted objects. J…

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Mahone Pod Girl (feat. Austin Mahone) 34:16

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Ep. 6: John Wayne Gacy - The Killer Clown 1:00:00

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Send us a text The laughter of children. The shimmer of balloons. The painted grin of a clown. But behind that bright smile was something far darker. John Wayne Gacy was the neighbor everyone trusted — a contractor, volunteer, and self-proclaimed community man. Yet beneath his home at 8213 Summerdale Avenue lay a nightmare that would shake Chicago …

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Ep. 5: The Bell Witch of Tennessee – America’s Most Haunted Legend 37:52

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Send us a text In the quiet hills of Adams, Tennessee, a family once found themselves tormented by something they could not see — but could hear, feel, and fear. From ghostly voices whispering in the dark, to violent attacks that left the Bell family shaken, the legend of the Bell Witch has become one of America’s most famous hauntings. For over 20…

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Ep. 4 - Ed Gein: The Butcher of Plainfield 51:47

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Send us a text Snow drifts across the quiet fields of Plainfield, Wisconsin. Behind the sagging curtains of a lonely farmhouse, deputies would uncover one of the most disturbing crime scenes in American history. From bowls carved out of skulls to masks made of human skin, Ed Gein’s story blurred the line between reality and nightmare — and inspired…

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Ep. 3 - Ed Kemper: The Co-Ed Killer - Echoes of Terror 59:51

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Send us a text Step through the veil with us as we explore the disturbing story of Edmund Emil Kemper III — the Co-Ed Killer. Standing at 6’9”, Kemper was an imposing figure whose terrifying crimes shocked California in the 1970s. From his early murders at just 15 years old, to the brutal slayings of young college women, to the chilling aftermath w…

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Ep. 2 – The Wendigo: Where Hunger Becomes Horror 39:31

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Send us a text From the Algonquian peoples of North America comes a legend of a creature born from famine and greed — the Wendigo. Described as gaunt, skeletal, with glowing eyes and an insatiable craving for human flesh, the Wendigo has haunted the collective imagination for centuries. In this episode of Veil of Echoes, Bria, Zach, and Lyndsay exp…

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Ep. 1: Albert Fish - The Gray Man 48:56

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Send us a text ✨ Step through the veil with us as we begin our very first episode of Veil of Echoes, where true crime meets the paranormal. In this episode, we explore one of America’s most infamous figures: Albert Fish, also known as The Gray Man. From his disturbing early life to the horrifying crimes that shocked a nation, we separate fact from …

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Trailer: Welcome to Veil of Echoes - A True Crime & Paranormal Podcast 0:33

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Send us a text Step through the veil with us. Veil of Echoes is where true crime meets the supernatural—unraveling chilling cases, haunted histories, and the mysteries that linger between worlds. Hosted by Bria, Zach, and Lyndsay, each episode dives into the darkest corners of crime and the eerie whispers of the paranormal. Join us as we explore wh…

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Popstar Generations (feat. Mila Tequila & Andrew Unterberger) 1:17:09

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We're celebrating the 99th episode of the Main Pod Girl by inviting Andrew Unterberger of Billboard and YouTuber Mila Tequila back on the podcast to discuss 50 years of popstar generations, assign some superlatives, and make some predictions!By Popheads

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Memory-Holed Music (feat. Mic the Snare) 1:16:34

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Mic the Snare comes back on the podcast, and we talk all about the music we can't remember. What makes a song last? What makes a song disappear? Also, stay tuned until the end for a prediction game on which of this generation's stars will be memory-holed by future generations. Join Mic the Snare's new Patreon channel: https://www.patreon.com/micthe…

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...Baby One More Pod Girl (feat. Betty Who) 37:48

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...Oops! She did it again! Betty Who has returned to the podcast alongside guest co-host Rie to discuss her new music and the past 3 years. We also play a game of Pop Quiz and list our Top 5 Britney Spears songs!By Popheads

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That's Not My Name, Girl (feat. The Ting Tings) 48:11

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Manchester legends The Ting Tings are our newest Main Pod Girls, touching on their whole career, from "That's Not My Name" to the newest album, Home! We also play a new game called Know Your Wiki.By Popheads

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Episode 205: Transforming Patient Care with Cancer Playbook 29:30

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Join host Aron Vaughan and the Cancer Playbook team as they discuss the origins and mission of the Cancer Playbook initiative, which was co-founded by Jim Gerencser after his son was diagnosed with cancer. The company focuses on using technology, data, and patient-reported outcomes to empower cancer patients and provide them with personalized "play…

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Episode 204: Alex Rogers on the Global Stage of Cannabis 25:04

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Alex Rogers has spent the last decade turning the International Cannabis Business Conference into one of the most influential global gatherings in the industry. In this episode, he reflects on ICBC Berlin 2025, shares his views on market maturity, and explains why cultural nuance matters as much as regulation. WEBSITE: https://cannatechtoday.com/ M…

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Episode 203: Staying ME7O with FlowerHouse's Greg Tannor 18:42

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Greg Tannor spent over 20 years in commercial real estate—most notably helping secure Tesla’s global flagship lease in NYC—before making a bold pivot into cannabis. In 2022, he co-founded FlowerHouse New York, where he now serves as CEO. In a major brand move, FlowerHouse recently partnered with NBA legend Carmelo Anthony to launch his personal can…

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Episode 202: Jay Sapovits Has Bags of Swag 23:44

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Jay Sapovits, founder of Ink’d Stores, joins us to talk entrepreneurial pivots, cannabis merch that actually sticks, and why blockchain might just be the future of branding. From radio to private jets to high-end cannabis swag, Jay shares wild stories, sharp insights, and what he’s printing next. WEBSITE: https://cannatechtoday.com/ Make sure to fo…

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Verona Pod Girl (feat. Evan Bogart & Justin Gray) 50:22

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Evan Bogart, known for writing #1 hits like "Halo" by Beyoncé and "SOS" by Rihanna, returns to the podcast with his cowriter Justin Gray to discuss their new movie musical Juliet & Romeo, out in theaters now! We also introduce a new game called Stunt Casting.By Popheads

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Mary Poppins Girl (feat. Dora Jar) 44:24

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Dora Jar joins the podcast to chat about her debut album, new song "Lucky", and the fan favorite "Ragdoll"— which has more layers to it than any of us expected! We also play a game of Song Interrogation.By Popheads

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Memory Pod Girl (feat. Jensen McRae) 51:15

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Jensen McRae is our newest Main Pod Girl and she's here to talk about her viral song "Massachusetts" and her new album I Don't Know How But They Found Me! We also play a game of Song SuperlativesBy Popheads

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Episode 201: X-Ray Vision: Inside XRPure’s Quest for Cleaner Cannabis with Jeff Adams and Joseph Bancheri 25:31

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X-ray technology meets cannabis safety. In this episode, XRPure Founder Jeff Adams and Sales Manager Joseph Bancheri join host Aron Vaughan to unpack how their innovative decontamination process is changing the game for cultivators, processors, and consumers. Learn why clean cannabis igoes beyond compliance, offering a competitive advantage. WEBSIT…

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Episode 200: Lighting Up the Northeast and Beyond with Ryan Crandall of MariMed 21:05

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We catch up with MariMed's new Chief Commercial Officer, Ryan Crandall, to get the scoop on the MSO's latest rollouts. Ryan offers advice on how to build a successful expansion strategy in an industry of complex regulations. WEBSITE: https://cannatechtoday.com/ Make sure to follow our other social media platforms to stay up-to-date on all things Ca…

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Shordie Pod Girl (feat. Jessie Reyez) 22:46

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Our newest Main Pod Girl, Jessie Reyez, is responsible for massive hits and incredible albums, and now she's here to discuss her newest record, Paid in Memories. We also play a game of Song Interrogation.By Popheads

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Episode 199: 4/20 Tips and Tricks with Zach Santarsiero and Brendan McKee 36:57

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With 4/20 fast approaching, Zach Santarsiero, CMO of CannaPlanners and Brendan McKee, Co-Founder and COO of Silver Therapeutics dive into what it takes to prepare for the cannabis industry’s biggest sales day of the year. From cutting through the noise with data-driven marketing to managing inventory and staffing for a surge in demand, Zach and Bre…

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Episode 198: Podcast Pioneering with Sara Payan 56:27

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Aron Vaughan catches up with the host of "Planted with Sara Payan," covering various topics including her personal wellness journey, what inspired her to begin a podcast, legislation, and more. WEBSITE: https://cannatechtoday.com/ Make sure to follow our other social media platforms to stay up-to-date on all things Cannabis & Tech Today. https://tw…

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Louder, Pod Girl (feat. Rose Gray) 27:12

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2025's new it girl, Rose Gray, joins the podcast to reflect on the release of her debut album Louder, Please and tease its upcoming sister album coming later this year.By Popheads

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Episode 197: The Science of Bigger Buds with Big Mike and Advanced Nutrients 28:22

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In this episode, we sit down with Big Mike Straumietis, founder of Advanced Nutrients, to discuss the science behind premium cannabis cultivation, industry innovations, and what it takes to build a global brand. Tune in for expert insights and entrepreneurial wisdom from one of the biggest names in cannabis. WEBSITE: https://cannatechtoday.com/ Mak…

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Episode 196: Revolutionizing Cannabis Drying with Tracee McAfee of Cryo Cure 10:55

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Tracee McAfee, co-founder of Cryo Cure, joins Cannabis Tech Talks at MJBizCon to discuss her company’s innovative drying technology. Learn how their patented process delivers fresh, terpene-rich cannabis in just 12 hours, why industry legend Ed Rosenthal joined their team, and how Cryo Cure is partnering with Green Rebates to help cultivators save …

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Episode 195: Harrison Bard on Scaling Custom Cones USA and Innovating Pre-Rolls 14:29

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Join us for an exclusive Cannabis Tech Talks episode featuring Harrison Bard, CEO of Custom Cones USA and Day Savers, live from MJBizCon. Bard dives into the booming pre-roll market, the rise of convenience-driven cannabis products, and his company's innovations like flavored wooden tips and botanical blunt wraps. He also opens up about overcoming …

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DRAG! Pod Girl (feat. Alaska Thunderfuck & Adam Pascal) 37:05

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Legendary drag queen Alaska Thunderfuck 5000 and Broadway icon Adam Pascal join Main Pod Girl to talk all about the new off-broadway show, DRAG! The Musical. We also discuss the legacy of the show Rent and play a broadway-themed Pop Quiz.By Popheads

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Episode 194: Aaron Bloom of DocMJ Shares Insights on Medical Cannabis 13:24

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In this episode of Cannabis Tech Talks, Aaron Bloom from DocMJ shares how his team is making medical cannabis more accessible across seven states. Recorded live at MJBizCon, Bloom discusses breaking down regulatory barriers, supporting physicians, and helping patients find the right treatments. He also offers personal insights on the transformative…