Terp Trends

Matha Figuro - ButACake / CannPowerment

Welcome back to Terp Trends, the podcast where we dive deep into the people, stories, and innovation shaping the cannabis industry. Today’s guest is a true trailblazer in the New Jersey cannabis space. Matha Figaro is the founder of ButACake, a small, local, minority woman-owned cannabis edibles company that was established in 2015 in the vibrant heart of Jersey City, New Jersey. What began as a grassroots baking venture has evolved into a fully legal cannabis brand, with ButACake officially launching into the regulated market on 4/20/23 in Delaware and December 14th, 2023 in New Jersey. With a background as a trained pastry chef, Matha has brought culinary craftsmanship and creativity into the cannabis world, mastering the art of blending indulgence with innovation through thoughtfully crafted infused products. At the core of ButACake’s success is CannPowerment, New Jersey’s pioneering minority woman-owned Class 2 licensed independent cannabis manufacturer, which Matha also founded. Through CannPowerment, she has built the infrastructure to bring ButACake to life in the legal market, ensuring each product is produced with precision, consistency, and care. From grassroots beginnings to becoming a recognized name in the regulated cannabis space, Matha’s journey is one of resilience, entrepreneurship, and pushing the industry forward. Lets Dive In

Marco Antonio

He’s not a chef — he’s just a hungry guy.” We welcome back Mr. Marco Antonio to Terp Trends. It’s been two years since our first conversation, and a lot has changed. In this episode, we dive into cannabis, content creation, health, and personal growth. This is a real, honest conversation, and I’m genuinely glad we had the chance to reconnect and talk through it all. Be sure to check out Marco on social media Instagram: @mrmarco.Antonio YouTube: mrmarco.Antonio This is Terp Trends — let’s dive in.

Tamara Anderson : Culinary and Cannabis

On this episode of Terp Trends, we’re joined by Tamara Anderson — founder of Culinary & Cannabis, an all-sensory cannabis event production company sitting at the intersection of health, wellness, beauty, and culture. A registered nurse, pastry chef, and medical marijuana patient, Tamara created Culinary & Cannabis to help people explore cannabis as a tool for healing, self-care, and meaningful connection. Her elevated experiences bring together healthcare professionals, advocacy leaders, and culinary experts to educate, inspire, and destigmatize cannabis — all while celebrating its delicious possibilities. Tamara’s mission is deeply personal. After battling chronic myeloid leukemia and non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, she endured chemotherapy and radiation and saw firsthand the limits of traditional treatment. That journey sparked her passion for medical cannabis and its potential to support wellness, ease pain, and empower self-advocacy. Today, Culinary & Cannabis is a leader in luxury cannabis wellness — hosting immersive pop-ups, culinary classes, and self-care retreats that unite the canna-curious and conscious consumer alike. This is Terp Trends — let’s dive in.

Mon - The Smoke Battle Creator & The Environment Social Lounge

Today on Terp Trends, we’re tapping in with Mon, a Georgia native who’s been moving the culture forward and really bridging community and cannabis in Atlanta. You know him as the mastermind behind the legendary Smoke Battle events, but Mon didn’t stop there. He leveled up, creating a community-driven cannabis lounge that’s bringing people together every single week. From Taco & Terp Tuesdays to the all-you-can-smoke parties, he’s setting the vibe, setting the standard, and setting the tone for what the ATL cannabis scene is supposed to feel like. Mon understands atmosphere. He understands people. And he stays pushing that entrepreneurial energy that keeps Atlanta’s cannabis culture alive and evolving. In this episode, we get into community, success, fatherhood, and what’s next on the horizon. This is Terp Trends… LET’S DIVE IN.

Alex Anderson : Skyworld

Today’s guest is someone I’ve been really looking forward to sitting down with — Alex Anderson, co-founder and CEO of Skyworld, a New York–based cannabis brand rooted deeply in Indigenous tradition. Skyworld draws its name and inspiration from the Skyworld — a place of origin and unity found in Native creation stories — and that intention shows up in every layer of the brand. Alex is a proud member of the Tuscarora Nation, and he’s built Skyworld as a living expression of ancestral wisdom, cultural resilience, and a deep respect for the plant. From cultivation philosophy to brand identity, everything Skyworld does is guided by stewardship, community, and care — blending tradition with innovation in a really meaningful way. In this episode, we get into Alex’s journey, what life looked like before cannabis, how Skyworld came to be, and how the brand is working to uplift Indigenous voices while setting a new standard for intentional cannabis in New York. Let’s Dive in!