In this episode, I temporarily shift our focus away from drug policy to have a candid conversation with Brady, a dedicated maintenance professional, about the extraordinary experiences he encounters in his line of work. Throughout the episode, we casually enjoy some joints as Brady regales us with a series of remarkable anecdotes from his job. These tales include incidents like a group of adventurous kids playfully tasing each other, an unexpected encounter where a child broke his windshield, a ...
Nov 16, 2023•1 hr 29 min
Tune in to this episode to hear Phil and I talk about an upcoming series that we're about to continue from the days of Chillinois. Read full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2023/10/30/episode-9-more-illinois-cannabis-history-coming-soon/
Nov 09, 2023•8 min
This is the first episode in a series of episodes on Hash Wednesday, brought to you by The Cole Memo. In this episode, I speak with Danielle Scumacher. During the episode, she shares her firsthand experience participating in an Illinois cannabis tradition known as Hash Wednesday. Read full show notes here: http://thecolememo.com/2023/10/26/episode-8-danielle-schumacher-hash-wednesday-illinois-cannabis-history/
Nov 09, 2023•1 hr 20 min
In this episode, I am joined by Maddie and Nathan Scanlon. Recently, the Joint Committee on Administrative Rules (JCAR) published proposed rules in the Illinois register. During the episode, Nathan and Maddie break down potential impact that these rules will have for on-premise consumption in Illinois. We also discuss how these proposed regulations also hold the potential to significantly reshape other aspects of the cannabis industry landscape in Illinois. Read full show notes here: http://thec...
Nov 02, 2023•1 hr 19 min
In this episode, I speak to Todd Harris about delta-8 and hemp-derived cannabinoids. Read show notes at ColeMemo.com
Nov 02, 2023•1 hr 9 min
In this episode, I am joined by Masha Ty. Masha works with ACS Laboratory, a drug-testing lab that is registered with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA). During the episode, we talk about the services that are offered at ACS Laboratory including cannabis/hemp testing, testing on psychedelics like psilocybin, kratom, and more! The full show notes for this episode can be found here: http://thecolememo.com/2023/10/24/episode-5-masha-ty-acs-laboratory/
Nov 02, 2023•1 hr 1 min
In this episode, I sit down with Jordan Davidson in Washington D.C. Read full show notes here: http://thecolememo.com/2023/10/24/episode-4-jordan-davidson-smart-approaches-to-marijuana/
Nov 02, 2023•2 hr 26 min
In this episode, I am joined by several guests for a lively conversation about delta-8 and other hemp-derived cannabinoids. Read show notes here: http://thecolememo.com/2023/10/11/episode-3-debate-on-delta-8-and-hemp-derived-cannabinoids/
Oct 23, 2023•2 hr 27 min
In this episode, I sit down with Mike Fourcher. Read the show notes here: http://thecolememo.com/2023/10/11/episode-2-mike-fourcher-gettingwarmer-co/
Oct 20, 2023•50 min
In episode 1 of the Cole Memo, I briefly introduce you to the show and I share a conversation that I had with Tommy Chong. Read the show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2023/10/11/episode-1-speech-and-chong/
Oct 20, 2023•58 min
The very last episode of the Chillinois Podcast. Tune in to hear what's next! Watch the video version of this episode here: https://youtu.be/JNbokg-KbD0
Oct 08, 2023•11 min
In this episode, I speak to Brian Box Brown. During the episode, we discuss his popular comic strip, Legalization Nation. Brian is currently accepting contributions for a Kickstarter campaign to create a hardcover version of Legalization Nation. Use this link to support the campaign and watch the video version of this episode: http://chillinois.net/2023/10/02/348-brian-box-brown/
Oct 03, 2023•1 hr 10 min
In this episode, Brad Spirrison and I recap our experiences at Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference for 2023. Watch the video version of this episode here: https://youtu.be/5IVquF688cE
Oct 02, 2023•1 hr 19 min
In this episode, I attend the grand opening of a cannabis complex in Illinois. During the episode, we share the ribbon cutting ceremony, we discuss license limitations, the true meaning of legalization, and the end of the Chillinois Podcast. Watch the video version of this episode here: https://youtu.be/88Ru3P50Xvc?si=6GJbvMG9PkCEwdM3
Oct 01, 2023•58 min
For your viewing pleasure, I captured Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker's entire speech at Benzinga's Cannabis Capital conference. Recorded 9/28/23 in Chicago, IL. Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/UafbIsJgzhM
Sep 29, 2023•14 min
In this episode of the Chillinois Podcast, I am joined by the Illinois Hemp Growers Association. During the episode we talk about a variance by IDOA that allows licensed cultivators in Illinois to purchase and sell hemp derived cannabinoids in dispensaries. Learn more about IHGA at IllinoisHGA.com. Watch video version of this episode here: https://youtu.be/T698CJQyi5s
Sep 28, 2023•1 hr 23 min
This is an impromptu interview with Prairie State Hemp. During the conversation, they highlight that their product offerings closely resemble those found in an Illinois dispensary, but with the added advantage of being more affordable and treated as an agricultural commodity due to its federal legality. This was filmed at the 2023 Southern Illinois Hemp Cannabis Symposium. I regretfully did not have my audio equipment with me. I apologize for the resulting audio quality! You can watch the video ...
Sep 25, 2023•5 min
In this episode, I continue a conversation that I started on social media about craft cannabis in Illinois. Can you purchase it at the medical tax rate? The answer is unclear, but seems to be no. In this episode, I share perspectives I've collected about this topic. Watch the video version of this episode here: https://youtu.be/KQhweESrILU
Sep 24, 2023•23 min
In this episode, I share a presentation that David Lakeman gave at Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, Illinois. David Lakeman is the Cannabis Division Manager at the Illinois Department of Agriculture. Watch the video version of this episode here: https://youtu.be/UsCetvrfEU0
Sep 24, 2023•34 min
In this episode, I speak with the counterparts at High Focus Media and The Herban Legends about a competition centered around home grown cannabis. Here's to hoping this becomes a common thing in Illinois! Watch the video version of this episode here: https://youtu.be/6j5kp1_XycM
Sep 21, 2023•50 min
In this episode, I speak to Joseph Friedman. Joseph Friedman, R.Ph. MBA, is founding member and principal at Professional Dispensaries of Illinois, (PDI) Medical LLC. Joseph currently serves on the Medical Cannabis Advisory Board in Illinois, appointed by Governor Pritzker. Watch video version of this episode or read full show notes here: https://chillinois.net/2023/09/15/326-joseph-friedman/
Sep 15, 2023•1 hr 24 min
In this episode, I speak with Kelly Judge Goldberg. Kelly was appointed by Governor Pritzker to the State of Illinois’ Adult Use Cannabis Health Advisory Committee in 2019. Watch video version and read full show notes here: http://chillinois.net/2023/09/13/323-kelly-judge-goldberg/
Sep 13, 2023•2 hr 28 min
In this episode, I speak to a guest about what the cannabis consumers and cannabis business owners might be able to expect from the switch from Biotrack to Metrc. Watch the video version of the episode here: https://youtu.be/qdkdpEIOpL8
Sep 10, 2023•1 hr 15 min
In this episode, I speak to Stephen about how Minnesota embraced and then shunned alternative cannabinoids that are legal (federally) under the farm bill. We also discuss how Minnesota “accidentally” legalized edibles, then we talk about what cannabis legalization looks like in Minnesota. Watch the video version of the episode here: https://youtu.be/bVEjJuRMafY
Sep 06, 2023•1 hr 54 min
In this episode, I sit down with DJ, Ali, and Josh from Riverbluff Cannabis and Riverbluff Collective. DJ, Ali, and Josh work together to run cannabis and hemp businesses in the state of Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin. Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/uLKo9wdFw0g
Sep 02, 2023•1 hr 7 min
In this episode, I sit down with Charles Wu at Chitiva. Watch the video version of this episode here: https://youtu.be/ike9m4gFjs0
Aug 31, 2023•1 hr 50 min
In this episode, I discuss some big news that broke today. Watch video version of this episode or read full notes here: https://chillinois.net/2023/08/30/327-hhs-calls-for-rescheduling-cannabis-at-a-federal-level/
Aug 30, 2023•11 min
In this episode, I speak to Phil Cooper and Mindy Moore about High Minded Events and the current regulatory structure (or lack-thereof) for consumption events in Illinois. Watch the video version of the episode here: https://youtu.be/2TAWd_94J0c
Aug 25, 2023•1 hr 48 min
In this episode, I speak to the owner and operator of Three Mile Hideway in Harrisburg, Illinois. Three Mile Hideaway is a standalone cannabis consumption lounge in the state of Illinois. Watch the video version of this episode here: https://youtu.be/GwO-2R1NK5w
Aug 24, 2023•50 min
In this episode, I speak to the owner and operator of the Luna Lounge in Sesser, Illinois. The Luna Lounge is a standalone cannabis consumption lounge in the state of Illinois. The Luna Lounge was the first cannabis consumption lounge to open in the state of Illinois; LunaLoungeSesser.com. Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/edQBUspHWfI
Aug 12, 2023•40 min
