S5: E8 - Mila Jansen: The Hash Queen Who Helped Shape Modern Hash Culture

To close out our Season 5: Heavy Hitters, we’re joined by one of the most legendary pioneers in the history of the plant, Mila Jansen, also known as The Hash Queen. From the early days of cannabis culture in Amsterdam… to traveling the world with her children and spending over a decade living in India… to inventing one of the most influential tools in hash making, the Pollinator… Mila’s story is one of resilience, curiosity, and building a life far outside the boundaries placed on women at the time. In this conversation, she shares what it looked like to navigate male-dominated and often illegal markets across continents, how her innovations helped shape modern hash culture, and the perspective she’s gained after decades in the space. This episode is more than a conversation, it’s living history, and the perfect way to close out a season dedicated to the women who have made a lasting impact on this industry. In this episode, we cover: • The early days of cannabis culture in Amsterdam • Mila’s travels through India, Afghanistan, and the Himalayas • The invention of the Pollinator and hash innovations • Building businesses across cultures and continents • Traditional vs. modern hash practices • Advice for women entering the industry Notable Quotes: “It was love at first token.” “My best hash is the one I am smoking now.” “Keep on dancing through life.” Follow Mila Jansen & Learn More: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/milahashqueen/ Website: https://www.pollinator.nl/ Order Mila's Book, "How I Became the Hash Queen": https://www.amazon.com/How-became-Hash-Queen-English/dp/2845942451 Season 5 Sponsor — OCM Digital Marketing This season is proudly sponsored by OCM Digital Marketing, a full-service marketing agency helping brands build, scale, and convert through full-funnel strategy. From paid media and email marketing to website development and SEO, OCM Digital partners with businesses to drive real, measurable growth. Learn more: https://www.ocmdigitalmarketing.com/   Women in CannaBusiness Hosted by Olivia Castaldy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womenincannabusiness/ Listen to more episodes + stay connected: https://www.womenincannabusiness.com/