High On Feminism

From the humble beginnings of a lollipop, to a full time career passion, Jess chats with private chef Kimberly Barrett on her journey through the culinary world of cannabis. After attending the Culinary Institute of America in 2007, Kim found her calling for health advocacy and baking after creating a blueberry and lemon infused muffin for a stage 3 breast cancer patient. That experience has now led to her on the precipice of launching a new culinary business as she discusses the importance of clean ingredients for edibles, the future of cannabis in NYC and drops some quick tips for the best edible experience.

Sponsored by: Empire Glassworks, Brwn Box, ASH, Ardent

Get ready for all the energy and all the vibes with our next guest, Andrea Dasent, the Founder  of corporate event planning firm, A Jay Event Productions. After leaving her career in finance behind to focus on building the life she wanted for herself, Andrea shares the highs and the lows of starting a business ahead of the 2020 pandemic, and discusses the bravery it takes to bet on yourself. Now a curator of luxurious corporate retreats, Jess and Andrea dive in deep to explore the importance of committing to your joy, and what it means to truly love the work that you do.

Sponsored by: Empire Glassworks, Brwn Box, Potli, ASH, Kota Botanics

Jess and Laura OG bring all the energy to this episode of High On Feminism as they discuss Laura’s experience as a cannabis educator, cultivator and consultant with SMK BRK (Smoke Break). After graduating from the NY School of Visual Arts with a Design BFA, Laura shares why she switched up from her graphic design career, how she advocates for home growers, and explores the importance of making spaces that normalize the conversation between women and weed.

In this episode of High On Feminism, Jess sits down with Maryam Pugh, CEO of social justice apparel brand Philadelphia Printworks. After founding her business in 2010, Maryam shares what compelled her to step into the world of printmaking, the importance of lifting up marginalized voices, and explores how she amplifies stories of black history through her artistry and advocacy.

Sponsored by: Empire Glassworks, BrwnBox, Potli, ASH

High On Feminism is back and better than ever for Season 3, and we’re kicking it off with none other than the founder of Veda Warrior and Veda Farms - Smrita Choubey!

After pivoting from her career on Wall Street in healthcare investment banking, Smrita discusses her journey of reconnecting with her Northern India lineage of farmers and medicine makers, researching the all-natural, holistic medicine of Ayurveda, and enlightens us on the timeless wisdom of these plant-based alternatives that heal both people and planet.

And that's a wrap for Season 2 of High On Feminism!

In this episode, Jess is joined by one of her long-time best friends, Sarah Jean, founder and owner of Serotonin Smoothies! Sarah talks about how her pandemic passion blossomed into leading a business and the two talk about the importance of female friendships, understanding entrepreneurial risks, using marijuana to help with stress, as well as what it takes to build a team, and a business, from scratch.

Sponsored by: Empire Glasswork, AFG Suga. Prismatic Plants

Julianna Rose, founder and illustrator of Four Twenty Tarot, grew up in a community with stigmas against tarot and cannabis, now working at breaking the stigmas around the two. In the latest episode of HOF, Julianna opens up about breaking into the cannabis industry as a female entrepreneur and how tarot has served as a tool to help with her decision-making. She shares stories about how she started doing readings, the creative process and life experiences that contributed to the creation of her decks, and where she sees herself going next. Jess and Julianna also discuss the ethics and cultural stigmas around tarot readings.

Sponsored by: Empire Glasswork, Tonic (Chill & Chronic)

In this episode, Mary Jane Oatman, the Founder of Indigenous Cannabis Coalition and member of Nez Perce Tribe sheds light on the different ways Indigenous communities face disparities when it comes to federal legalization of marijuana and the importance of preserving legacy in legalization. Mary Jane also talks about the different roles she’s played to advocate for the rights of Indigenous people and their relationship to plant medicine. Oatman, also the founder of THC Magazine, discusses the need for more tribal media, and how to elevate Native-American stories.

Sponsored by: Empire Glassworks, AFG Suga, Buena Botanicals 

Co-Founder of Goodekind, Kayla Croft joins High On Feminism to discuss her start within the cannabis industry after switching from an unfulfilling career. The inspiration for starting Goodekind with her brother-in-law came from shared passions in philanthropy and sustainability. As Kayla navigates the changing cannabis industry, she discusses with Jess the components of a conscious business model as well as the importance of giving back to the community.

Sponsored by: UNOIA, Empire Glasswork, AFG Suga

Before she became the Director of Community and Strategy for Cannaclusive and Co-Founder of Black X Film Festival, Kassia Graham had long been involved with cannabis. In this episode of High On Feminism, Kassia tells Jess about her introduction to cannabis in her home country of Jamaica, and using the plant as treatment for medical issues, and how this nuanced relationship with marijuana led her to becoming a leading woman in the cannabis space.

Sponsored by: Potli, Empire Glasswork, AFG Suga