S3:E2 - Kelly Graffin: The Realities of Licensing, Disability, and Content Creation in Cannabis

In this episode of The Women in CannaBusiness Podcast, host Olivia Castaldy sits down with Kelly Graffin, also known as Short & Stoned,  a bold voice on social media in cannabis education, content creation, and disability inclusion. Kelly shares her powerful story as a former licensed cannabis manufacturer in Colorado, where she became one of the state’s youngest MIP (Marijuana-Infused Product) license holders. As a medical marijuana patient living with dwarfism, she speaks candidly about the challenges of running a cannabis business and the structural barriers many disabled entrepreneurs face in the industry. Now based in Los Angeles, Kelly continues her mission as a cannabis content creator and accessibility advocate, using humor and storytelling to normalize plant medicine and highlight issues often overlooked in mainstream cannabis conversations. Tune in to hear how she’s carved out a unique path in the cannabis industry — from dispensary worker to licensee to digital educator — and why true inclusion starts with listening, amplifying, and building space for every body.   📲 Follow Kelly: Instagram: @shortandstoned TikTok: @shortandstoned Twitter/X: @shortandstoned Website: https://shortandstoned.com   This season is sponsored by OCM Digital Marketing, a trusted partner for cannabis brands and small businesses seeking strategic, compliance-friendly marketing that delivers results.