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Episode 118 – Smoke, Mirrors, and Illinois’ Cannabis Legacy: A Deep Dive with Phillip
In this episode of The Cole Memo, host Cole Preston sits down with fellow advocate and friend, Phillip. They spark up a candid conversation about Illinois Governor JB Pritzker’s recent speech at the International Cannabis Bar Association, dissecting the claims of progress in Illinois’ cannabis industry. Specifically, they discuss the stark realities behind the state’s…
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Episode 117 – Pushing Boundaries in Illinois Cannabis Culture
In this episode, Cole sits down with Phillip, a fellow advocate, and the organizer of the Melt Market, a unique cannabis farmers market in Illinois. Together, they explore the challenges and rewards of organizing underground cannabis events, discuss the importance of community involvement, and reflect on the evolving cannabis landscape in the state. Tune in…
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Episode 116 – Hemp in the Heartland: Legislative Insight with IL Rep. Dan Swanson
In this episode, I interview Illinois State Representative Dan Swanson at the 2024 Hemp Research Open House, co-hosted by the Illinois Hemp Growers Association and the University of Illinois. Recorded in the hemp fields of Urbana-Champaign, this conversation covers the latest legislative session, the ongoing debate between the hemp and cannabis industries, and the bipartisan…
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Episode 115 – From OnlyFans to Free Ross: Hemp, Freedom, and More with Martha Bueno
In this episode, I sit down with Martha Bueno, an entrepreneur, former political candidate, and passionate advocate for freedom. Martha shares her unique journey from running for office in Miami and becoming the first political candidate to use OnlyFans as a platform to expose the dirty underbelly of politics. She dives deep into her involvement…
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Episode 114 – Florida Amendment 3 and Hemp with Martha Bueno and Dank Informer
In this live episode, I am joined by guests Martha Bueno and The Dank Informer. The discussion focuses on the potential consequences of legalizing cannabis under the proposed amendment 3 in Florida Martha Bueno argues against Amendment Three, expressing concerns that it would grant monopolistic power to a few large cannabis companies, like Trulieve, potentially…
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Episode 113 – Inside The Melt Market: Illinois’ Cannabis Farmers Market
In this special episode, Cole sits down with the organizer of the Melt Market, a unique cannabis farmers market that brings together vendors, growers, and cannabis enthusiasts from across Illinois and beyond. They discuss the origins of the Melt Market, the challenges of organizing such events, and the importance of community involvement and collaboration with…
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Episode 112- The Science of Cannabis: Cultivation, Testing, and Quality Control
In this episode, I am joined by Kyle Baker, founder of Clean Theory. During the episode, we explore the complexities of cannabis cultivation and testing. We also discuss the evolution of third-party lab testing, the challenges of maintaining high standards, and the importance of robust quality control measures. Kyle explains the nuances of state regulations,…
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Episode 111 – Amanita Muscaria Madness – Regina Moore
In this episode, I chat with Dr. Regina Moore, a semi-retired pharmacist and mushroom foraging enthusiast. During the episode, we explore the world of Amanita muscaria mushrooms, discuss their uses, the recent surge in their popularity, and the recent headline stories about mushroom products. Tune in for an enlightening discussion on psychedelics, regulation, and drug…
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Episode 110 – Bill Panagiotakopoulos – SafeSupply.com
In this episode, I am joined by Bill Panagiotakopoulos. Bill is the founder and CEO of Safe Supply, a Canadian company that invests in the future of the legal drug trade. During this episode, we speak about the current state of drug policy and discuss what the future (legal) drug trade could look like. Links…
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Episode 109 – Abby Lutz – Death Doula
In this episode, I speak to Abby Lutz – a Death Doula. We discuss human composting, how green burials are revolutionizing the funeral industry, and of course: the topic of death itself. Abby makes the case that these practices are changing the way we think about death and the environment. I met Abby in an…
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