S4:E2 -Parisa Rad: From Patient Advocacy to Building Community Through Blunt Brunch

In this episode of The Women in CannaBusiness Podcast, host Olivia Castaldy sits down with Parisa Mansouri-Rad, better known as Marijuana Momma, the visionary co-founder of Blunt Brunch, a national event series and women’s empowerment platform changing the way women connect, collaborate, and lead in cannabis. Parisa shares her inspiring journey from motherhood and advocacy to entrepreneurship and leadership in the cannabis space. What began as a mission to heal her daughter through plant medicine has evolved into a lifelong commitment to building community, breaking stigma, and empowering women to lead with both strength and compassion. From navigating a male-dominated industry to balancing entrepreneurship with her role as a full-time caregiver and foster mom, Parisa’s story is one of resilience, authenticity, and heart. She reminds us that women in cannabis can be both soft and savage, holding space for others while leading with courage and conviction. Tune in to hear how Parisa and the Blunt Brunch team are creating a legacy of empowerment and connection for women across the country. Follow Parisa Instagram: @parisa_mrad Follow Blunt Brunch: @bluntbrunch_