Canadian Cannabis Dispensary Channels The Grateful Dead David Ellison , a former securities lawyer and owner of Grateful Dead themed Toronto dispensary, Scarlet Fire Cannabis Co joins Larry Mishkin and Rob Hunt. In honor of his company's name the group dissects Scarlet Fire by reviewing clips from some of the most iconic performances. David also shares memories from favorite concerts and explains what motivated him to walk away from his legal career to pursue his cannabis dreams. Produced by Pod...
May 23, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 161
The "Other Barton Hall show" 5/16/1981 Staci Smith the host of the Strangers Stopping Strangers podcast stops by to share stories from her years following the Dead and her time hosting her Dead podcast. She surprises Larry Mishkin and Rob Hunt with the story of how she grew up in Bob Weirs' house. They also talk about cannabis companies violating trademarks and praise Billy Strings' performance with Bob Weir in Nashville. Produced by PodConx Deadhead Cannabis Show - https://podconx.com/podcasts/...
May 16, 2022•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 160
Grateful Dead Live at Rotterdam Civic Hall on 05-11-1972 Fifth-generation California farmer discovers cannabis and his future career while following the Grateful Dead. Eric Brandstad the Founder of Greenhouse Advisory Group a full farm planning consultation, greenhouse design, and greenhouse rescue shares Grateful Dead stories with Larry Mishkin and Rob Hunt. They also continue their Europe'72 review emphasizing Pigpen's songs. Produced by PodConx Deadhead Cannabis Show - https://podconx.com/pod...
May 09, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 157
Grateful Dead Live at Jahrhunderthalle on 04-26-1972 420 cannabis sales reach $154.4 million, setting a new record for most dollars spent in single day. Larry Mishkin and Rob Hunt discuss the growth of the annual celebration and how the six-day retail sales nearly reached half of a billion dollars. They also welcome New Jersey to adult-use and speculate how it will prompt the implementation of the remaining northeastern states' adult-use programs. Produced by PodConx Deadhead Cannabis Show - htt...
May 02, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 159
Grateful Dead Live at The Ark on 04-21-1969 In 1997 Time Magazine did a story on the Town of Fairfax California granting Lynnette Shaw the first license to sell cannabis. She joins Larry Mishkin and Rob Hunt to share the story of her ground-breaking cannabis career; from selling weed to support her music career in the '80s to the challenges of staying out of jail while operating Marin Alliance for Medical Marijuana Produced by PodConx Deadhead Cannabis Show - https://podconx.com/podcasts/deadhea...
Apr 25, 2022•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 158
50th Anniversary of Bob Weir's ACE Bob Weir's first solo LP is a Grateful Dead album in all but name. The musicians involved were the current line-up of the Dead plus a guest. Seven of the eight songs became standards in the Dead repertoire. Larry Mishkin and Rob Hunt play tribute to the album as they review certain tracks including the only song not in the Dead's catalog. They also discuss the latest cannabis news from Virginia and North Dakota. Produced by PodConx Deadhead Cannabis Show - http...
Apr 18, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 156
Grateful Dead Live at William and Mary College Hall on 04-15-1978 Rob Bleetstein Sirius XM producer / Host on the Grateful Dead Channel and Program Director/Host/Producer - Pearl Jam Radio joins Larry Mishkin and Rob Hunt to share stories from his career in the music industry. As one of the world's foremost authorities on the Grateful Dead, Rob talks about his favorite concerts including the 1978 show at William and Mary College which he attended while in high school. Produced by PodConx Deadhea...
Apr 11, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 149
Grateful Dead Live at The Spectrum on 04-06-1982 Ian Monat , the Co-Founder and CEO Rhythm Sparkling Hemp Beverages joins Larry Mishkin to talk about creating CBD-containing beverages. On the music side of the show, Ian also fills in for Rob Hunt, who is still away on a family ski vacation. He shares stories of playing bass in a band at various venues including Stillwater music hall. Use discount code DEAD20 to get 20% off your next Rhythm Beverage order Produced by PodConx Deadhead Cannabis Sho...
Apr 04, 2022•1 hr•Ep. 152
Grateful Dead Live at Nassau Coliseum on 03-28-1985 The 1985 spring tour included three nights at Long Island's Nassau Coliseum. On the second night, they overwhelmed the audience with one of their most iconic setlists including a rare Truckin opener. With Rob Hunt on a family ski vacation, Larry Mishkin talks about this historic show and shares the latest Illinois cannabis licensing development and how it may finally release the two-year log jam. Produced by PodConx Deadhead Cannabis Show - htt...
Mar 28, 2022•45 min•Ep. 155
Jerry Garcia Band The Warner Theater in Washington, D.C. 3/18/78 New study reverses the "lazy stoner" myth, showing that college students that use marijuana are more motivated than non-users. Larry Mishkin and Rob Hunt discuss the study and the recent report that revealed which industries drug test the most. Larry reviews Bobby Weir & Wolf Bros Chicago show and shares a Dead & Company epiphany. Produced by PodConx Deadhead Cannabis Show - https://podconx.com/podcasts/deadhead-cannabis-sh...
Mar 21, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 154
Grateful Dead Live at Capital Centre on 03-14-90 From the midst of the Ukrainian invasion chaos, a message from a cannabis enthusiast provides a glimpse of hope. Larry Mishkin and Rob Hunt share the uplifting clip to provide optimism for the power of cannabis to unite. They also revisit the early part of the Dead's Spring 1990 Tour - aka The Last Great Tour. Produced by PodConx Deadhead Cannabis Show - https://podconx.com/podcasts/deadhead-cannabis-show Larry Mishkin - https://podconx.com/guests...
Mar 14, 2022•50 min•Ep. 153
Grateful Dead Live at Barton Hall, Cornell University on 05-08-77 In addition to the devastating humanitarian crisis, Russia's invasion of Ukraine has escalated the possibility of a global nuclear holocaust. Larry Mishkin and Rob Hunt dedicate today's show to the people in Ukraine and to denounce the use of nuclear weapons. They remind people about the risk of nuclear war by reviewing the progression of Bonnie Dobson's post-apocalyptic masterpiece, Morning Dew. Produced by PodConx Deadhead Canna...
Mar 06, 2022•50 min•Ep. 150
Jerry Garcia Band 2/28/80 from Keane College The editor of the Boulder Weekly , Stew Sallo AKA The Deadhead Cyclist is back to talk about his upcoming book. He joins Rob Hunt while Larry Mishkin enjoys some much-needed time off, to share excerpts from his book. They also have fun talking about their Jerry Garcia Band experiences. Produced by PodConx Larry Mishkin - https://podconx.com/guests/larry-mishkin Rob Hunt - https://podconx.com/guests/rob-hunt Stew Sallo - https://podconx.com/guests/stew...
Feb 28, 2022•44 min•Ep. 147
Grateful Dead, Salt Lake City, Delta Center, February 21, 1995 The NFL is changing its view on cannabis with its recent $1 million “award” to UCSD and the University of Regina (Canada) to investigate the effects of cannabinoids on pain management and neuroprotection from concussion. Scott Berman President and Co-founder of The Panther Group a cannabis investment firm joins Larry Mishkin and Rob Hunt to share some of his Grateful Dead stories. Rob attended the Dead's 1995 show in Salt Lake City a...
Feb 21, 2022•55 min•Ep. 145
Grateful Dead Live at Dane County Coliseum on 02-15-1973 The legendary Dead photographer Jay Blakesberg is back to share stories about entertaining the crowd in Mexico at the cancelled Playing In The Sand. He memorizes Larry Mishkin and Rob Hunt with new stories from his time photographing the band and talks about his latest projects that include a documentary and a new book. Produced by PodConX Deadhead Cannabis Show - https://podconx.com/podcasts/deadhead-cannabis-show Larry Mishkin - https://...
Feb 14, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 139
Grateful Dead Live at SIU Arena, U of Southern Illinois on 02-07-1979 Steve Parrish tells the story of how Jerry supposedly took four valium as a joke before he went on stage to play at Southern Illinois University. After listening to his epic licks from the show, Larry Mishkin and Rob Hunt question the validity of the story. They also discuss Congress's latest attempt to pass the SAFE Banking act. Produced by PodConX Deadhead Cannabis Show - https://podconx.com/podcasts/deadhead-cannabis-show L...
Feb 07, 2022•56 min•Ep. 146
Grateful Dead Live at The Warehouse on 1970-01-31 Members of the Grateful Dead were arrested when the police discovered drugs in their hotel rooms. Larry Mishkin and Rob Hunt discuss the next night's show in New Orleans and the broken amp that forced them to finish the second half of the show with an extensive acoustic set. They also speculate on the setlists' unusually large number of songs pertaining to crime and jail. Produced by PodConX Deadhead Cannabis Show - https://podconx.com/podcasts/d...
Jan 31, 2022•57 min•Ep. 144
Grateful Dead Live at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum on 1993-01-24 Analysts cut hundreds of millions from Tilray, Canopy and Aurora's marijuana sales forecasts. Larry Mishkin and Rob Hunt discuss how the Canadian troubles could impact US companies. Rob shares memories from the Dead's 1993 Chinese New Year concerts in Oakland. In addition they mourn the passing of Rosa Lee Hawkins from the Dixie Cups who first recorded Iko Iko in 1965. Produced by PodConX Deadhead Cannabis Show - https://podconx...
Jan 24, 2022•52 min•Ep. 142
Grateful Dead Live at Springfield Civic Center on 1979-01-15 Many people are frustrated with how the last minute Playing In The Sand cancellation was handled. Larry Mishkin and Rob Hunt discuss the series of events leading to the event ultimately being canceled. They feature Jim Marty's first Dead concert and discuss what many believe was the best transition jam of all time. They also discuss the recent Series B funding of the cannabis employment platform Vangst and what it means for the industr...
Jan 17, 2022•53 min•Ep. 140
Grateful Dead Live at Nassau Coliseum on 01-10-1979 The Dead played St. Stephen for the last time until October, 1983. Larry Mishkin speculates why they put this iconic tune into semi-retirement. With Rob Hunt on vacation, Dan Humiston sits in to discuss some exciting cannabis news including the mega sale of MJBiz and Scott's Miracle Grow expanding cannabis portfolio. Produced by PodConX Deadhead Cannabis Show - https://podconx.com/podcasts/deadhead-cannabis-show Larry Mishkin - https://podconx....
Jan 10, 2022•49 min•Ep. 138
Grateful Dead Live at Fillmore East 01-03-1970 For years cannabis dispensaries have relied on cashless ATMs to protect their employees and customers. Larry Mishkin and Rob Hunt discuss Visa's incomprehensible plan that would prevent cannabis companies from using cashless ATMs. They also discuss the one time that the Grateful Dead played their New Years shows on the east coast. Produced by PodConX Deadhead Cannabis Show - https://podconx.com/podcasts/deadhead-cannabis-show Larry Mishkin - https:/...
Jan 03, 2022•54 min•Ep. 137
Grateful Dead, San Francisco Civic Center 12/28/84 After a groundbreaking career as one of the first cannabis CPA's in the world, Jim Marty is retiring. He joins his co-host Larry Mishkin and producer Dan Humiston to share the final chapter of his cannabis career and to say goodbye to the Deadhead Cannabis Show. They wrap up the bittersweet farewell discussing the Dead's 1984 New Years run in San Francisco. Produced by PodConX Deadhead Cannabis Show - https://podconx.com/podcasts/deadhead-cannab...
Dec 26, 2021•38 min•Ep. 136
Grateful Dead, Bar Mitzvah Party, Airport Hilton, St. Louis 12/12/71 A Grateful Dead urban legend that they jammed with members of New Riders at a Bar Mitzvah is confirmed. Mark Slosberg's high school band, Spring Rain gladly handed over their instruments and watched in amazement as the impromptu concert unfolded. Mark shares details from this unbelievable story with Larry Mishkin and Rob Hunt including his conversation with Phil Lesh about his bass. Produced by PodConX Deadhead Cannabis Show - ...
Dec 19, 2021•53 min•Ep. 135
Grateful Dead Live at Curtis Hixon Convention Hall on 1973-12-19 Dick's Picks, named after Grateful Dead tape archivist Dick Latvala, are stereo (two-track) concert recordings from the band's extensive tape vault. The December 19th concert in Tampa was Dick's Picks Volume 1, Larry Mishkin Jim Marty and Rob Hunt explain why it was such a significant breakthrough. They also discuss the reported spike in cannabis use amongst seniors and the Senate's removal of the Sage Banking Act from the Defense ...
Dec 13, 2021•53 min•Ep. 134
Grateful Dead Live at Uptown Theater on 12-05-1979 Prior to the Dead's April 1980 release of the Go to Heaven album they tried out a lot of new material. Larry Mishkin and Rob Hunt discuss the album and dissect the lyrics of Alabama Getaway and all the references to Billy "Bojangles" Robinson who was best known for his dancing and playing the role of the major domo in many 1930's movies. They also talk about South Dakota not honoring the will of the voters on a technicality, Produced by PodConX ...
Dec 06, 2021•52 min•Ep. 133
Grateful Dead Live at Boston Music Hall on 12-02-1973 The exciting news that Martin Scorsese will produce a Grateful Dead biopic is being overshadowed by who will play Jerry Garcia. With Jim Marty away, Larry Mishkin and Rob Hunt share their opinions about Jonah Hill playing the Dead's spiritual leader. They also talk about adult use coming to the District of Columbia and Larry sparks up some Garcia’s Hand Picked Flower and gives his immediate review. Produced by PodConX Deadhead Cannabis Show -...
Nov 29, 2021•50 min•Ep. 131
Grateful Dead Live at Henry J. Kaiser Convention Center on 11-21-85 Big Boy Pete... miss a show, miss a breakout. Larry Mishkin Jim Marty and Rob Hunt talk about the influence that the blues had on the Grateful Dead and how they'd frequently insert random old blues tunes into their sets. The combination of publicly traded cannabis companies posting their earnings and a wave of end-of-the-year M&A activity highlights how far the industry has come. Jim surprises everyone with very exciting new...
Nov 22, 2021•53 min•Ep. 130
Grateful Dead Live at Austin Municipal Auditorium on 11-15-1971 Today is the anniversary of Shakedown Street, the album that Deadhead's often refer to as the band's "Disco Dead" phase. With Jim Marty travelling Larry Mishkin , and Rob Hunt discuss this landmark recording and the tunes that would go on to become setlist staples. They also share their concerns about the DEA recently released, official position on THC derived from hemp. Produced by PodConX Deadhead Cannabis Show - https://podconx.c...
Nov 15, 2021•42 min•Ep. 129
Dead & Company at Red Rocks 10/20/21 Larry Mishkin , Jim Marty and Rob Hunt talk about the Phish Halloween show in Las Vegas and Terrapin Crossroads closing. Rob reports on New York's license delay, Jim reports on Colorado tax bill being defeated and they all speculate what Virginia's new governor will do about cannabis. Larry ends the show briefly talking about Dick's Pick 16 from Nov 8 1969. Produced by PodConX Deadhead Cannabis Show - https://podconx.com/podcasts/deadhead-cannabis-show La...
Nov 07, 2021•38 min•Ep. 128
Jerry Garcia Band at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre on Halloween 1987 Halloween has always been a major holiday in the land of the Dead, Larry Mishkin , Jim Marty and Rob Hunt highlight some of their favorite ghoulish songs and concerts including JGB's 1987 Werewolves of Broadway. They also review the recently released Listen to the River box set recorded five from the St. Louis, Fox Theater. Produced by PodConX Deadhead Cannabis Show - https://podconx.com/podcasts/deadhead-cannabis-show Larry Mishki...
Oct 31, 2021•39 min•Ep. 127
