First Smoke of The Day
138 episodes - English - Latest episode: 21 days ago - ★★★★★ - 197 ratingsFirst Smoke of the Day podcast founded in the cannabis Mecca of Los Angeles, California. We bring you an exclusive podcast that dives into the depths of smoke culture, cannabis cultivation, branding empires, worldwide extraction leaders, and cultural marketing masters. Interviews that bring light into the prohibition shadows as for the first time we get to hear straight from these passionate Tastemakers. Hosted by “Packgods” and “Blackleaf” two dedicated lifelong Industry players interviewing other leaders from all over the world. This is a family built by smokers for smokers. Join our family on FSOTD. com. We are constantly dropping new Exclusive content to our site and Early access to content on FSOTD. com. Be part of our Global Support by subscribing on YouTube, Apple, or Spotify and @FirstSmokeOfTheDay instagram. This is an inside view into our checkered history with this precious plant and the worldwide smoke culture that surrounds it, some who have risked it all.
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Episodes
Caleb Counts | Connected Cannabis Co - Episode 37
January 31, 2022 14:00 - 2 hours - 351 MBCaleb is one of the founders of Connected Cannabis Co. Based out of California and one of the largest “top shelf” cannabis brands in the world. These are the stories that will become cannabis history. Caleb, one of the founders has had a driving business passion and teamed up with the California vibe. Here comes Connected Cannabis Co and the rest is history. From building a multi million dollar genetics library, top tier cultivation and retail shops all over California, Connected Cannabis C...
Jungle Boys - Episode 36
January 24, 2022 14:00 - 2 hours - 291 MBFirst Smoke of the Day Season 3’s second to the last episode and you must not miss this! We sat down and lit one up with Ivan from the “Jungle Boys”. One of the most well known figures and brands in the whole cannabis world. He is an iconic figure known for his brand, his glasses, and oh yeah, thousands of lights of top grade cannabis cultivation. Breaking down doors in the cannabis industry. Fighting for years with Los Angeles city for the rights of all growers. One of the founders and own...
Cody Jawnson of "Zen, Dabrite, & Lifted Veil” - Episode 35
January 17, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 217 MBCody owner of Zen Extracts, one of the leading cannabis extraction brands in California and Oregon. Zen has always been focused on top notch concentrates all derived from top notch flowers. Cody the owner of Zen is also one of the creators of (DABRITE) the electronic temperature sensor for connoisseur hash consumption. For Zen Extracts it doesn’t even matter whether they are utilizing solvent or solventless techniques. Zen Extracts is considered “One of the Best” extracts the connoisseurs sp...
Rex from Power SI - Episode 34
January 10, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 170 MBRex, one of the founders of Power SI, and previously the mastermind behind one of the premier Greenhouse Flower and hash farms in Southern California. Now, leading the charge in business with the brand he founded PowerSI. Before that it was in quality resin production and hard to get strains specific for hashish and terpene Connoisseurs . Known before founding brand Power SI Silica, a successful cultivator, businessman, and a top hash connoisseur. Once Power Si had “Rex” at the forefront the...
Masonic Smoker - Episode 33
January 03, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 125 MBStraight from Compton, California one of the newest up and coming breeders who has a cult like following. Masonic is a breeder who hit the California cannabis breeding scene like a Tornado. Known for his male prodigy plant “Wilson” that he uses to expand his genetics empire he’s amassed over years! To be astonished you just need to look at his Instagram with plants as big as bushes! Well known online for the pictures of massive plants throughout backyard spaces in Compton, California. Alway...
Str8 Flame | Tree Kastle - Episode 32
December 27, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 90.9 MBWe're back with another episode of First Smoke of the Day. Season 3 welcomes Bay Area's very own Str8 Flame | Tree Kastle! Talking that talk. That Bay Area cannabis strain talk! Do not miss this special episode! FSOTD Family had fun filming this for you all. Buckle up! Connect with Str8 Flame on Instagram Str8 Flame Tree Kastle First Smoke of the Day Sponsors GrowGeneration Website Instagram Power SI Website Instagram Jungle Boys Website Instagram Athena Products Website Instagra...
Mr. Kushington - Episode 31
December 20, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 126 MBMr. Kushington was born in the Bay Area, CA. The Mecca of Boutique Cannabis Waves. Growing up looking up to the Northern California legendary growers and breeders. Boutique cultivation is what Mr.Kushington talks about and his flowers represent. Top grade transparent proper grown fire. Letting his fans be a part of the pheno hunts and releasing potential keeper in flowers and you feel a part of the pheno hunt and without having to do the hard work! Mr. Kushington is soon to become a Bay Area...
Gas No Brakes - Episode 30
December 13, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 250 MBThis week we have a big feature for Episode 30 ! Let’s welcome “Gas No Brakes Company” to First Smoke of the Day! A prominent cannabis brand making waves in Los Angeles and part of a Top Tier Cannabis Family. Now you get to hear from 2 of the 3 brothers on who all chose top shelf cannabis in California as a profession and life’s passion! “Gas No Brakes” the eldest of the 3 (Serge & Fidel) determined, focused second generation immigrants & cannabis entrepreneurs cultivating in Los Angeles ori...
Blackleaf - Episode 29
December 06, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 247 MBIt's December and we have a lot of special guests for you as season 3 continues! Today, it's one of our own, co-host of First Smoke of the Day - Blackleaf! He shares a lot of stories so roll one up with us. See you there! Connect with Blackleaf on Instagram Blackleaf First Smoke of the Day Sponsors GrowGeneration Website Instagram Power SI Website Instagram Thank you so much for tuning into First Smoke of The Day. A cannabis and culture podcast giving you insight into the mind and li...
Ray Bama of Runtz | The Fire Society - Episode 28
November 29, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 170 MBIt’s Monday and we’re back with another HUGE episode for the culture. Campaign-marketing guru, Ray Bama shows us some love with the terp-filled history of Runtz, and how his connection with the Cookies crew positioned him to help Runtz infiltrate the cannabis, fashion, and entertainment industries. Sit back, light one, and RUNTZ your life up! Connect with Ray Bama on Instagram Ray Bama Runtz The Fire Society Runtz Website The Fire Society Website First Smoke of the Day Sponsors Gr...
The Ten Co - Episode 27
November 22, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 173 MBAnother Monday with another special episode for you! Season 3 is packed with much-awaited guests. Today, we have The Ten Co originally Team Ten Extracts, multiple cup winners all over the world and world renown brand. Blue Zushi, Yellow Zushi, Zoy, WaZabi, and Levels strains made famous by The Ten Co. They are leading the charge from UK brands transplanted in the US doing their own wave and how can you not love fire strains with great branding and packaging representing the vibe of the owner...
Bobby Trill - Episode 26
November 15, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 248 MBAnother Monday, another episode of First Smoke of the Day! Season 3 continues! A world renown hash company, taste maker, and brand builder. Growing up in Los Angeles being close to the source since day 1. Bobby grew up going to famous Hollywood High and truly honing his taste making skills thereafter. He is the brand builder and taste maker behind some of the biggest brands in the market today. The relationships and product that trilogy collaborations on and puts out is some of the best in t...
Sherbinski - Episode 25 - Season 3 Premiere
November 08, 2021 14:00 - 2 hours - 306 MBSeason 3 Premiere drops today! FULL Podcast Premiere with SHERBINSKI and it’s not to be missed! Sherbinski, a San Francisco native, world renown cultivator and breeder of cannabis. A pioneer of our industry dropping knowledge and serious game on FSOTD! One of the OG’s in the cannabis world and part of the original cookies crew. He created his own lane and massive waves with such strains as Bacio Gelato (41), Acai, Sunset Sherbet, Pink Panties, Gello, Mochi, Gelato 45 and many massive waves ...
True Cannabliss - Episode 24 (LIVE FROM BARCELONA, SPAIN)
November 01, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 175 MBHappy Halloween everyone! Another Monday, another episode of First Smoke of the Day! This is Episode 24 Live from Barcelona, Spain. You do not want to miss this episode! This wraps up FSOTD’s Season 2 Euro Series! Our guests today are True Canna Genetics. They are a boutique cannabis seed company that’s “new” but definitely not lacking in marijuana breeding experience. Having done work for cannabis companies such as Reservoir Seeds, H3ad Seeds and the more recent Connoisseur Genetics, True...
La Kalada - Episode 23 (LIVE FROM BARCELONA, SPAIN)
October 28, 2021 13:00 - 53 minutes - 122 MBYo, yo! This week, we give you not one but two episodes! Today is Episode 23 with La Kalada LIVE from Barcelona, Spain! Our friends Bobby Kalada and Alesso, extractors and cannabis lovers are joining us. They welcomed us in their place and we instantly felt the passion and vibe. This guys are serious stuff. We talked about their journey, growing experience, their professional career and of course, La Kalada. This is is a social club founded in 2012 by the Italian reggae singer Jahki Revi. It...
Karel of Super Sativa Seed Club - Episode 22 (LIVE FROM BARCELONA, SPAIN)
October 25, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 147 MBHello, hello! Another Monday, another episode for you! Now LIVE from Barcelona, Spain: First Smoke of the Day. Our guest today is Karel of Super Sativa Seed Club, AKA the “Walter White of Weed”. To give you a little bit of context, Super Sativa Seed Club offers a unique selection of high quality “Old School” cannabis genetics dating back from the 1980’s. The original, old school genetics are available only in the form of regular seeds and are called Breeder Beans. These are meant for experi...
The Puro Company - Episode 7 (The Lost Files)
October 22, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 200 MBThis is a special week as we drop two episodes: Episode 21: The Sour Co and today The Lost Files Episode 7: THE PURO COMPANY. Roll one up, put yourself comfortable and get ready for another episode of First Smoke of the Day! We’re having a 4x award winning cigar and latino owned company: The Puro Company. The Puro is much more than a brand and a cigar. Have you had one of their cigars before? You should! The Puro Company located in the Los Angeles region of Southern California, offers a smo...
The Sour Co - Episode 21 (LIVE FROM LONDON)
October 18, 2021 13:00 - 51 minutes - 117 MBFirst Smoke of the Day Season 2 Euro Series LIVE FROM LONDON, UK! We’re talking to The Sour Co, creators of ElChapo and ColaCubes. They also own a high end head shop showcasing the brand The Sour Co. Their aim is to provide premium clothing and smoking accessories from the biggest brands in the UK and around the world. The set-up we created in their place was FIRE. The vibe was dope. We talked about how it was to coming up in London, their journey and how the cannabis culture has been overl...
Joa Green House - Episode 20 (LIVE FROM AMSTERDAM)
October 11, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 61.4 MBToday, in this super special Episode 20 and almost at the end of our Euro Series, we’re talking to the one and only Joa. He’s the man that runs the Green Houses in Amsterdam. Chilling with Snoop Dogg, Rihanna, Cypress Hill, or Jason Mraz is just another day in the office for Joa. He’s a very familiar face in the Green House Coffesehops. In case you’ve never heard about them, the Green House established a vast domain of cannabis businesses with four cannabis coffee shops, two of the world’s m...
Ex-Tractor | Johnny Dabb | Mean Green Exotics - Episode 19 (LIVE FROM THE HAGUE)
October 04, 2021 13:00 - 52 minutes - 121 MBStart the week right with First Smoke of the Day Episode 19! We have some special guests today: Ex-Tractor, a small team of hardcore passionate flower growers and hash makers. They have been growing greasy flowers for more then 15 years and making solventless hash for almost 10 years. They started making hash in a student kitchen near to Amsterdam, and nowadays they work in a very clean and controlled environment all over Europe, where they need them. They are specialized in Dry Sift, Dry Fr...
Mark from Jack Herer Cup | DeJaun of Green House Secret Farmers | Captain Hooter - Episode 18 (LIVE FROM THE HAGUE)
September 27, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 170 MBYo yo yo! We’re back! LIVE from The Hague at the Green House Secret Farmers and with 20 flavors in front of us. The best-set up ever! Mark of Jack Herer Cup, DeJaun of Green House Secret Farmers and the cannabis entrepreneur Captain Hooter are joining us today to talk about the best coffeeshops in Amsterdam, the Jack Herer Cup, strains and how we missed hanging out together during the pandemic. We also discussed about the experience of growing in Amsterdam, and how in Holland it is legal ...
Karma Genetics - Episode 17 (LIVE FROM AMSTERDAM)
September 20, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 173 MBThis is an episode that everyone has been waiting for. Today in Episode 17, live again from Amsterdam, we speak with the OG Karma Genetics! The home to the regular seed and the real cannabis breeder! They have a reputation for being amongst some of the best marijuana seed breeders within today’s cannabis market, due to their finest quality seeds - especially regarding the award winning Jack Herer cannabis strain. Karma Genetics have been working on the cannabis scene since 1996, when they op...
High Tea Potcast - Episode 16 (LIVE FROM AMSTERDAM)
September 13, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 225 MBToday, we drop Episode 16 and we're happy to introduce you the guys from High Tea Potcast, the first Cannabis podcast in Amsterdam! That’s right! We join Derrick & Rens LIVE FROM AMSTERDAM! We had a great talk about the differences and similarities between cannabis culture in Europe and the US and recent developments and trends. In every other country, if you ask the way to the nearest coffee shop, you’ll be pointed in the direction of a cafe serving hot drinks. But in the Netherlands, you’...
Mila "The Hash Queen" & Ed of Delta 9 Labs - Episode 15 (LIVE FROM AMSTERDAM)
September 06, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 166 MBThanks for joining us, we’re LIVE from Amsterdam again! In this episode we’re chilling with Mila, one of the cannabis industry’s rare female icons! Mila, also known as “The Hash Queen”, was recently honored with being named one of the 100 most influential people in the world of cannabis and her fame continues to expand. What an honor to have her on the podcast! But she’s not our only guest. Ed Brog from Delta 9 Labs is joining us too. Ed is known as one of the few who has opened his arms an...
Afro Genetics - Episode 14 (LIVE FROM AMSTERDAM)
August 30, 2021 13:00 - 51 minutes - 119 MBWe hope everyone's doing great. Another First Smoke of The Day episode and this week we go Dutch! Born on Netherlands with parents from Surinam, our bro from Afro Genetics (Breeders & Cultivators Collective) tells us what got him into everything, his heritage and where he is at right now. We also talked about the OG strains in the 80’s and 90’s, Colombian and Mexican weed and first existing coffee shops. Dope convo and definitely not to be missed! The Europe series continues. Roll one up an...
Green Place Coffee Shop with Vivienne and Maria - Episode 13 (LIVE FROM AMSTERDAM)
August 23, 2021 13:00 - 59 minutes - 135 MBAnother week, another episode for everyone! We're excited for this to drop, this is Episode 13 of The First Smoke of Day and we’re live from the dopest shop in Amsterdam: Green Place Coffee Shop. Yeah, you heard it right! First Smoke Family in Amsterdam! Green Place Coffee Shop is considered a connoisseur establishment. The cannabis menu here is fairly robust. We liked it a lot! People are likely to find some highly contemporary weed strains in this shop, as well as some more potency concent...
Vivienne and Maria of Green Place Coffee Shop - Episode 13
August 23, 2021 13:00 - 59 minutes - 135 MBAnother week, another episode for everyone! We're excited for this to drop, this is Episode 13 of The First Smoke of Day and we’re live from the dopest shop in Amsterdam: Green Place Coffee Shop. Yeah, you heard it right! First Smoke Family in Amsterdam! Green Place Coffee Shop is considered a connoisseur establishment. The cannabis menu here is fairly robust. We liked it a lot! People are likely to find some highly contemporary weed strains in this shop, as well as some more potency concent...
Squintz - Episode 12
August 16, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 243 MBFun and thorough conversation that’s sure to please the ears of any connoisseur! In this very special episode, we have our long awaited conversation with Chauncey Leopardi, Squintz. He is an American actor known for playing Michael “Squints” Palledorous in the 1993 film The Sandlot. A classic! He has been in the weed game for a long time now. In this episode, Squintz gives us a BTS look at what is like growing some of Cali’s most premium weed. We talked about his background, his transforma...
Ed Bassmaster - Episode 11
August 09, 2021 13:00 - 54 minutes - 126 MBHere we are again! It’s another week and we’re back with another episode of First Smoke of The Day with a special guest for you, the one and only Ed Bassmaster. Ed Bassmaster hails from Philadelphia and is a YouTube star who makes some great prank videos. He's been on YouTube since 2006 and has been making people laugh and spreading smiles since then. He also has done "live" comedy shows. He makes videos posing as different offbeat and funny characters, and man, do we love his videos! You ...
LoKey Farms - Episode 10
August 02, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 167 MBWhat's going on welcome back to episode 10 of First Smoke of The Day. It's been quite the ride so far and before we get started we wanted to thank everyone for listening, watching, subscribing, and sharing this podcast. The feedback and response to this show is what keeps us working on this podcast. Today's guest is a Northern California grower and seed and pheno hunter, LoKey Farms. LoKey Farms is known for their Peanut Butter Trix, Gassy Taffy, and Peanut Butter Gelato #4. Lokey has been ...
Alien Labs - Episode 9
July 26, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 153 MBIf you’re a risk-taker yourself and like exotic cannabis, then you’re definitely going to love our guest today. As huge fans ourselves, we really enjoyed having Alien Labs at the studio. From cultivating their own cannabis flower to superb branding and exceptional collaborations - Alien Labs has become successful and become a household name as they have entered multiple markets. As connoisseurs who have tried it all, Alien Labs definitely knows how it takes to give consumers out-of-this-w...
LA Family Farms - Episode 8
July 19, 2021 07:29 - 2 hours - 177 MBWe're back! Another episode, and another big guest, L.A. family farms and man did they bring in some fire in the studio with them. LA Family Farms is a single-source facility; they really do everything in-house From rolling pre-rolls, to making the hash, to hunting, to growing it, to distributing it, to doing pads. La Family Farms truly believes it's all about putting the plant and flower first, and that everything else will fall into place after that. In today's episode, LA Family Farms b...
Doja Pak - Episode 6
July 12, 2021 15:43 - 2 hours - 122 MBAlthough Doja Pak has been working with flower since 1999. It wasn't until dispensaries started to open up, that’s he realized, it wasn't just about selling weed anymore. Doja Pak has about 10 varieties total they’re keeping active right now. Others include a Biscotti phenotype and American Pie. Seven varieties are in full production mode, and three more will be rolling out very soon. Doja's, RS11 aka Rainbow Sherbert is known for its reputation for a unique terp profile! It’s a hybrid that...
Fidels - Episode 5
July 05, 2021 13:00 - 2 hours - 115 MBFidels is a household name for cannabis cultivators around the world. Fidel has been in the cannabis industry for over a decade and has honed his skills to produce some of the most well-known strains in the game. Fidel is an expert cultivator who regularly answers questions on cultivating cannabis and optimizing its environment to provide the biggest yield and most quality buds. His latest endeavor,FlowersByFidels, is a brand built on clean growing practices, consistent flowers, and achievi...
West Coast Connoisseurs & Raw Genetics - Episode 4
June 28, 2021 13:00 - 2 hours - 148 MBAnother week another show, but still the only place to light up for your first smoke. Today we are joined by two of the most knowledge people when it comes to breeding and novelty beans. These two guests truly have a unique insight and take on what is going down in the cannabis space. West Coast Connoisseurs is not your average seeds bank. They specialize in high-end genetics and seek to stock the best of what breeders have to offer. Their knowledgeable staff will try to help you select wha...
Wizard Trees - Episode 3
June 21, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 144 MBWelcome back to another episode of First Smoke of The Day. We first off want to thank everyone for tuning and showing us all the love and support. The response is been incredible and we are looking forward to bringing you more insight into the mind and lives of growers, extractors, playmakers, brands, and underground culture. Today's guest, Wizard Trees, is a cultivator based out of Los Angeles, California known for brands such as RS11 (a collab with Doja Pack), Zoap, Studio54, Zangria, and...
$herb Money - Episode 2
June 14, 2021 20:08 - 1 hour - 131 MBWelcome back to another episode of First Smoke of The Day. Thank you so much to everyone who tuned in to the first episode this really was an unbelievable response. Be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcast, and/or YouTube so you are up to date on when new shows are dropping. This week on First Smoke of The Day we have The Gelato Kid aka $herb Money. These are the growers behind Blue Nerds, Peach Pie, K-Zheetos, and $herb Money Gushers. Today we are smoking on some of...
Boro Blaster - Episode 1
June 07, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 109 MBWelcome to the first episode of First Smoke of The Day hosted by C aka Pakgods and L Boogie aka BlackLeaf. On today's episode, we are joined by the homie Boro Blaster. Boro uses sandblasting to create custom glass art adding custom glass engravings on ashtrays, rolling trays, water pipes & more! As our first guest, Boro shares his work and some stories about his come up in the game. We also talk about some legendary cannabis strains, black market shops and brands that have hung around throu...