Innovating Cannabis Podcast
A B2B podcast where an industry journalist interviews cannabis executives about the operational, scientific, and regulatory details of their niche.
This is a deep-dive interview show focused squarely on the business-to-business side of the cannabis industry. Host Pam Chmiel talks to founders, CEOs, and scientists about specific, often highly technical, business challenges and innovations. Episodes explore everything from track-and-trace software and the chemistry of terpenes to the legal frameworks of international markets like Peru and Germany.
“Its rigorous focus on the B2B and operational side of cannabis is its key differentiator. Unlike broader cannabis culture podcasts, it avoids lifestyle topics and instead unpacks the specific business problems and scientific innovations that operators are currently facing.”
Who hosts this show
Pam Chmiel is a New York-based contract marketer, publicist, and writer specializing in the cannabis industry since 2020. She is the Editor and Publisher of the Cannabis Industry Journal and hosts the Innovating Cannabis Podcast, which profiles leaders and innovators in the field. Her written work has appeared in numerous cannabis business publications.
Credentials & credits
- Editor/Publisher, Cannabis Industry Journal
- Contract Marketer & Publicist
- Published writer specializing in the cannabis industry
Other ventures
- Cannabis Industry Journal
- mg Magazine (as a writer)
- GreenState (as a writer)
What kind of podcast
When new episodes drop
- 01199_ Restoring Volatile Compounds with True Terpenes Daniel CookJun 26, 2026 · 33 min
- 02198 _ Is Peru the Next Hot Market for US Cannabis Brands?Jun 16, 2026 · 47 min
- 03197 _ How QRLogix Is Taking the Pain Out of METRC's Retail ID TagsJun 8, 2026 · 28 min
- 04196_ Checking in on the DC Market with District CannabisMay 31, 2026 · 36 min
- 05195_ Inside the Bellrock Turnaround with Joe BayernMay 18, 2026 · 47 min
- 06194_ Understanding Your True Manufacturing COGSMay 11, 2026 · 46 min
- 07192_Preserving India's Cannabis Heritage with Vikramm MitraMay 8, 2026 · 1h 06m
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Notable episodes
- 01198 _ Is Peru the Next Hot Market for US Cannabis Brands?
A detailed breakdown of the legal framework, import/export logistics, and business opportunities in an emerging South American cannabis market.
- 02199_ Restoring Volatile Compounds with True Terpenes Daniel Cook
Exemplifies the show's focus on deep science, explaining how volatile compounds beyond terpenes create a strain's unique profile and how technology can restore them.
- 03197 _ How QRLogix Is Taking the Pain Out of METRC's Retail ID Tags
A classic episode format: identifying a specific, costly operational pain point (METRC compliance) and interviewing the head of a company that built a tech solution for it.
- 04178_Building The German Cannabis Marketplace
An in-depth look at Germany's unique, pharmacy-centric medical cannabis model and the role of telehealth, showcasing the show's international scope.
What you'll be asked on this show
Pam Chmiel's interviews are built on a foundation of deep pre-show research. She typically opens with a broad, scene-setting question, asking the guest for an overview of their company or market. Her signature move is the clarifying question; she will often restate a guest's technical explanation in simpler terms ('So, to clarify, you pull product data from their Metrc inventory...?') to make complex topics accessible. She consistently connects the guest's specific work to wider industry trends, whether it's the future of beverages or the need for a common sensory language. Her questions probe the business model, competitive landscape, and operational hurdles, focusing on the 'how' behind the business.
This is a single-host interview show. Each episode begins with a detailed monologue from host Pam Chmiel, who frames the guest's business and the specific industry problem they solve. Throughout the conversation, she frequently paraphrases complex technical or legal points to ensure clarity for the audience.
Questions the host keeps coming back to
12 cataloguedIf you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when the host reaches for it.
origin
1- Q.01
“Can you give us an overview of your company and the problem you're solving?”
This is her standard opening question to establish the context for the conversation.
process
4- Q.01
“To clarify, you're essentially [paraphrased technical process]?”
She uses this frequently to confirm her understanding and translate complex topics for the audience.
- Q.02
“Who is this for? Is it for the manufacturer, the retailer, or someone else?”
Asks this to precisely define the target customer for a product or service.
- Q.03
“How does your telehealth platform work?”
A direct question to understand the mechanics of a guest's business model.
- Q.04
“Where are you importing your [distillate/inputs] from?”
A specific question to understand the details of a company's supply chain.
money
2- Q.01
“What's your challenge with [consistency/scaling/compliance]?”
This question probes the specific operational hurdles a guest's company faces.
- Q.02
“How many competitors like you exist in this market?”
Used to understand the competitive landscape and market saturation.
future
2- Q.01
“What are your thoughts on the current [cannabis beverage/edibles] market?”
She often asks for an expert opinion on a specific, trending market segment.
- Q.02
“How long will it take for [a market segment] to mature?”
A future-looking question asking for a guest's prediction on market evolution.
industry
1- Q.01
“Is the cannabis industry on the same page regarding [sensory science/a specific standard]?”
This question gauges the maturity and standardization of a particular industry sector.
advice
1- Q.01
“Are there complications for operators when they switch to your system?”
This question addresses the practical adoption hurdles for a new technology or process.
craft
1- Q.01
“What does [a key company term, like 'sensory science'] actually mean for a brand?”
She asks guests to define their own jargon or key concepts.
Signature segments
- · Detailed introductory monologue framing the guest and their business
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
Guests are typically CEOs, founders, and senior executives from companies across the cannabis supply chain. The show features leaders in B2B technology, scientific research, cultivation, manufacturing, and those navigating complex international regulatory landscapes.
- Daniel Cookon 199_ Restoring Volatile Compounds with True Terpenes Daniel Cook
- Jose Escalanteon 198 _ Is Peru the Next Hot Market for US Cannabis Brands?
- David Carsonon 197 _ How QRLogix Is Taking the Pain Out of METRC's Retail ID Tags
- Grace Hydeon 196_ Checking in on the DC Market with District Cannabis
- Joe Bayernon 195_ Inside the Bellrock Turnaround with Joe Bayern
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
Estimated: Sponsors are likely B2B service providers targeting cannabis operators, such as compliance software companies, legal firms, specialized equipment manufacturers, and financial services.
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People also ask
- Who is the host of Innovating Cannabis Podcast?
- The host is Pam Chmiel, a journalist and the Editor/Publisher of Cannabis Industry Journal.
- What is the format of the show?
- It is a weekly, single-host interview podcast. Each episode features a long-form conversation with a leader or innovator in the cannabis industry.
- Is the Innovating Cannabis Podcast still active?
- Yes, the podcast releases new episodes on a weekly basis.
- What kind of topics does the podcast cover?
- The show focuses on the business, science, and policy of cannabis, including topics like manufacturing, regulatory compliance, international markets, and new technologies.
- How can I pitch a guest for the show?
- The official website provides an email, [email — gated], for contact purposes. Guests are typically founders, CEOs, and senior executives in the cannabis space.
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- [01]Innovating Cannabis Podcast Official Siteinnovating-cannabis-podcast.simplecast.com
- [02]Pam Chmiel - Editor/Publisher | Cannabis Industry Journalcannabisindustryjournal.com
- [03]Pam Chmiel | mg Magazinemgmagazine.com
- [04]Pam Chmiel | GreenStategreenstate.com
- [05]Innovating Cannabis Podcast - Podcast Addictpodcastaddict.com
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