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Episode 353 – As Prohibition Just Crumbles Away

By on April 12, 2021 in Podcasts

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Kris Krane, Mike Liszewski, and Jahan Marcu join host Ben Larson to talk about the legalization of adult use marijuana in New York, the new cannabis coalition formed by Snoop Dogg and billionaire Charles Koch, as well as the rise of Delta-8 THC products. Produced by Shea Gunther.

This episode was brought to you by the generous support of our sponsors Curaleaf, Agilent, Cova, Atlantics Farms, and Dip Devices. Thank you!

News:
• Mexico Cannabis Legalization Hits Unexpected Snag in Senate | Bloomberg

• Virginia moves cannabis legalization to July 1, 2021 | Leafly

• New Mexico Governor Signs Marijuana Legalization Bill, Making State Third To Enact Reform Within Days | Marijuana Moment


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Episode 352 – How Goes Maine and Nevada

By on April 5, 2021 in Podcasts

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Seven pre-rolled marijuana joints in natural-tan papers sit on a mottled white table- three of the joints are elevated above the other four on a stylish black paper box- all are set against a blurred background of an orange-red box with the bottom of un-readable black text centered upon.




First-time guests Amanda Connor and Hannah E. King join host Heather Sullivan to talk about the current state of affairs in Maine and Nevada’s legal cannabis markets as well as the journey they both took to becoming lawyers active in the legal marijuana industry. Produced by Shea Gunther.

Check out Connor & Connor of Las Vegas, Nevada and Hannah King over at DrummondWoodsum of Portland, Maine.

This episode was brought to you by the generous support of our sponsors Curaleaf, Agilent, Cova, Atlantics Farms, and All Kind. Thank you!

News:
• New Mexico Takes First Step On Marijuana Implementation Before Governor Even Signs Legalization Bill | Marijuana Moment

• Illinois breaks monthly recreational cannabis sales mark at $109 million | Marijuana Business Daily

• NYPD officers can no longer search a vehicle due to the smell of marijuana alone, new memo says | CNN

Episode 351 – New York, New York!

By on March 29, 2021 in Podcasts

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Mike Liszewski and Andrea Brooks join host Kris Krane to talk about the legalization of adult use marijuana in New York state and the recent firing of five staffers for marijuana use by the Biden Administration. Produced by Shea Gunther.

News:
• New Mexico GOP Senator Circulates Draft Marijuana Bill Ahead Of This Week’s Special Session | Marijuana Moment

• North Dakota lawmakers sink recreational marijuana legalization bill | MSN (Politico)

• New York’s Comprehensive Cannabis Legislation Released | Marijuana Moment




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Episode 350 – Marijuana Women

By on March 22, 2021 in Podcasts

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A single marijuana leaf fan sits all alone on a white featureless surface. The leaf's stem is pointed toward the camera and multiple shadows underneath speak of multiple points of light.

Betty Aldworth and Anne Donohoe join host Heather Sullivan to talk about the recent re-introduction of the SAFE Banking Act, the firing of five White House staffers for marijuana use, and some of the issues women face in the legal marijuana industry. Produced by Shea Gunther.

News:
• New Mexico Governor Plans Special Session On Marijuana As Legalization Bill Stalls On Final Stretch | Marijuana Moment

• Same old Joe: Rebuffing staff who smoked pot fits Biden’s MO | MSN (Politico)

• Marijuana Banking Reform Will Advance In The House Before Legalization, Congressman Says | Marijuana Moment




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Episode 349 – Serious About Social Equity

By on March 15, 2021 in Podcasts

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A maturing marijuana plant grows and reaches up to the upper right corner of frame. The green buds are a lighter yellow and shade of green than the darker leaves and there is a blurry background of other plants seen behind.

Kieran Ringgenberg, Amber Senter, and first-timer Emily Paxhia join host Ben Larson to talk about how various marijuana social equity programs are working, the general lack of investment for Black entrepreneurs, and what is being done (and not done) by celebrities and political leaders to change things for the better. Produced by Shea Gunther.

News:
• Mexico’s Chamber Of Deputies Approves Revised Marijuana Legalization Bill, Sending It Back To Senate | Marijuana Moment

• Virginia Governor Considers Speeding Up Legal Marijuana Timeline | Marijuana Moment

• Noem’s medical marijuana plan scuttled by Senate | Sioux City Journal




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Episode 348 – The Fear of Homegrow

By on March 8, 2021 in Podcasts

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A mature- but unbudding- marijuana plant is seen against a soft blurred background of similar plants. The very inside of the plants is a brighter green than the darker older growth.

Jeremy Berke and first-time-guest Natalie Fertig join host Ben Larson to talk about the Biden Administration’s approach to marijuana policy reform, the difficulties in building quality social equity programs, and the apparent aversion by state lawmakers to allowing for homegrow. Produced by Shea Gunther.

Back with news next week!




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Episode 347 – Women in Cannabis

By on March 1, 2021 in Podcasts

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A bright dark-green mature marijuana leaf fills the frame against a blurred background that appears to be outdoors. The single fan leaf sits backed by a few fellow leaves and is white with centered veins.

First-time guests Rosie Mattio and Andrea Brooks join host Ben Larson to talk about the recent comments made by the IRS on cannabis banking and how marijuana businesses pay their taxes, the growth of women in cannabis, and what it takes to build a great brand in legal marijuana. Produced by Shea Gunther.

News & Links:
• Virginia Lawmakers Send Marijuana Legalization Bill To Governor’s Desk Just Hours Before Deadline | Marijuana Moment

• New Mexico Lawmakers Will Work To Unify Conflicting Marijuana Proposals This Week Following House Passage | Marijuana Moment

• Washington Supreme Court Strikes Down Criminalization Of Drug Possession | Marijuana Moment




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Episode 346 – Jobs, Jobs, Jobs!

By on February 23, 2021 in Podcasts

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Two women are seen in a marijuana dispensary- one of them working there while another is a shopper. The shopper is looking up at a wall full of packaged products while the store worker is looking back at the rack.

Andrew Livingston and first-time guest Ngiste Abebe join host Heather Sullivan to talk about the growth in legal marijuana jobs and the pressing need to address social equity disparities within the entrepreneurial community. Produced by Shea Gunther.

News & Links:
• New York Governor Reveals Amendments To Marijuana Legalization Plan Weeks Before Budget Deadline | Marijuana Moment

• New Jersey Lawmakers Send Marijuana Compromise Bill To Governor’s Desk, Setting Stage For Legal Sales | Marijuana Moment

• Oregon marijuana firms enjoy booming market fueled by pandemic, consumers shunning illicit suppliers | Marijuana Business Daily




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Episode 344 – As Goes the Senate

By on February 8, 2021 in Podcasts

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A dark green marijuana plant grows under white lights against a dark blurred backdrop. The plant is just beginning to bud and has golden yellow hairs clustered tightly.

Andrew Livingston, Ben Adlin, and first-time guest Paul Rosen join host Ben Larson to talk about the the latest develops on the state level for marijuana policy reform and the embrace of legalization by the Democratic party and its leader in the House and Senate. Produced by Shea Gunther.

News & Links:
• Lt. Gov. John Fetterman enters Pennsylvania’s 2022 Senate race | CNN

• Virginia Legislature Approves Marijuana Legalization Bills On Key Mid-Session Deadline | Marijuana Moment

• New Jersey Governor Signs Psilocybin Bill To Immediately Reduce Penalties For Possession | Marijuana Moment


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