What Legalization Looks Like in New York Ft. Vlad Bautista of Happy Munkey

In this special Respect My Region Podcast episode, we tap in with Vlad Bautista, co-founder and CEO of Happy Munkey, one of New York's most influential cannabis lifestyle brands turned licensed dispensary. Powered by SparksCann.com, this conversation dives deep into Vlad's journey from the legacy scene to the legal space, the grind behind opening their two dispensaries in Uptown Manhattan, and Downtown Brooklyn, and how Happy Munkey continues to shape cannabis culture in NYC. We explore what makes New York cannabis so unique, the current energy in the city, and Vlad's thoughts on the future of East Coast cannabis markets. We also talk about what to expect for 4/20 and what’s in store for the rest of 2025 with the Happy Munkey fam If you’re interested in cannabis culture, community-driven entrepreneurship, and firsthand insights from one of the game’s most respected OGs, you won’t want to miss this episode.