In this episode, I had the privilege sitting down with Jeremy Gorner, a reporter from the Chicago Tribune. Our discussion centered around the recent legislative changes that came into effect on January 1, 2024, and it offered insights into various topics, including the implementation of the assault weapons ban, the state's updated stance on vaping, its approach to book censorship, and a host of other noteworthy developments. Watch video version and read full show notes here: https://thecolememo....
Jan 09, 2024•57 min
In this episode, I have a conversation with Charlie Bachtell, the founder and CEO of Cresco Labs. I speak to Charlie about license limitations, home grow, the complete decriminalization of cannabis, hemp (THCa, etc), and more. Cresco Labs stands as one of the most prominent publicly traded, multi-state cannabis corporations in the United States. For additional details about their operations and initiatives, visit their website at CrescoLabs.com. Watch video version of this episode and read full ...
Jan 09, 2024•1 hr 19 min
Coca leaves have limited access. For the past 130 years, Coca-Cola has monopolized the legal importation and processing of the coca leaf. Harbour Solutions recently ended that monopoly. Harbour Solutions is in a category of one as the sole Canadian authorized importing agent for the only legal source of coca leaves and its derivatives in the world. Watch video version of this episode and read full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2024/01/06/episode-38-david-craig-harbour-solutions-coca-l...
Jan 06, 2024•29 min
In one of the penultimate episodes of my ongoing series exploring the legalized prostitution industry in Nevada, I embark on a captivating journey across these United States to visit a brothel. Stream the full series at ColeMemo.com/Sex. Watch video version and read full show notes here: http://thecolememo.com/2024/01/06/episode-37-the-legal-sex-industry-legal-prostitution-in-nevada-episode-15-tour-of-bellas-hacienda/
Jan 06, 2024•4 hr 47 min
In this episode, I am once again joined by Torrey Lisa. If you prefer watching the video version of this episode or want to catch up on Torrey's initial appearances on this show, or even explore all the episodes released in this series up to this point, simply go here: https://thecolememo.com/2024/01/03/episode-36-the-legal-sex-industry-legal-prostitution-in-nevada-episode-13-torrey-lisa-torrey-lisa-com/
Jan 03, 2024•3 hr 6 min
In this episode, I am joined by arguably one of the most famous sex workers that currently works in Nevada's legal sex industry. Her stage name, Alice Little. Watch video version of episode or read full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2023/12/30/episode-35-the-legal-sex-industry-legal-prostitution-in-nevada-episode-12-alice-little-thealicelittle-com/
Dec 31, 2023•1 hr 29 min
In this episode, I speak to Bella Cummins. Madam Bella Cummins is the owner of Bella’s Hacienda Ranch, a legal brothel in Wells, Nevada. She is also the founder of the Onesta Foundation, a nonprofit organization with a mission to support Nevada sex workers and advocate for prostitution legalization throughout the United States. Watch the video version of this episode and read full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2023/12/28/episode-34-the-legal-sex-industry-legal-prostitution-in-nevada-e...
Dec 29, 2023•3 hr 8 min
In this episode, I speak to Kaytlin Bailey. Kaytlin is a sex worker rights advocate, comedian, and writer. She's also the Founder & Executive Director of Old Pros, a non-profit media organization creating conditions to change the status of sex workers in society. Kaytlin is the host of The Oldest Profession Podcast. She is also the creator of Whore’s Eye View, a 75-minute mad dash through 10,000 years of sex worker history. Watch video version of this episode and read full show notes here: h...
Dec 27, 2023•1 hr 6 min
In this episode, Kiki makes a compelling return to share her experiences working in a brothel in Nevada. During the conversation, she sheds light on the toxic working environment that she endured. We also talk about her current workplace and the reasons behind her decision to leave the previous brothel she was employed at. Watch video version of this episode and read full show notes here: http://thecolememo.com/2023/12/26/episode-32-the-legal-sex-industry-legal-prostitution-in-nevada-episode-9-k...
Dec 26, 2023•1 hr 27 min
In this episode, I speak with Denyelle. Denyelle worked at the world famous Moonlite Bunny Ranch, among other brothels. She was known as "the handler". In this episode she tells us about her working experience at legal brothels, specifically her working experience with notorious legal pimp Dennis Hof. Watch video version of this episode or read full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2023/12/26/episode-31-the-legal-sex-industry-legal-prostitution-in-nevada-episode-8-denyelle/
Dec 26, 2023•1 hr 30 min
In this episode, we interview Torrin, a former shift manager at two Nevada brothels, who shares her experiences, highlighting both the positive and negative aspects of her time in the industry. Watch the video version of this episode, purchase Torrin's book, and read the full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2023/12/26/episode-30-the-legal-sex-industry-legal-prostitution-in-nevada-episode-7-torrin/
Dec 26, 2023•2 hr 11 min
In this episode, we speak to one of the last people to see Dennis Hof alive. Dennis Hof was an American brothel owner. He owned seven legal brothels in Nevada, most notably the Moonlite Bunny Ranch. Hof was also a Republican candidate in 2018 for the Nevada Assembly, which he was posthumously elected to less than one month after his death. In this episode, we talk about Heather's experience with cooking for Dennis. We also discuss theories surrounding his sudden and untimely death. Read full sho...
Dec 16, 2023•1 hr 16 min
In this episode, Torrey Lisa returns. In this episode, she once again calls me from a brothel as part of my series on Legal Sex Work in America. This is episode 5 in that series. You can watch the entire series at ColeMemo.com/Sex. Torrey is a licensed sex worker in the state of Nevada. She does online sex work, including modeling and pornography. She also works full time at a licensed brothel in Nevada. In this episode, we talk about the legal sex industry in Nevada. Read full show notes here: ...
Dec 16, 2023•2 hr 48 min
In this episode, I speak with to a legal sex worker that goes by Kiki Lover as part of my series on Legal Sex Work in America. This is episode 4 in that series. You can watch all episodes that have been released to date at ColeMemo.com/Sex. Full show notes available here: https://thecolememo.com/2023/12/08/episode-26-the-legal-sex-industry-legal-prostitution-in-nevada-episode-4-kiki-lover/
Dec 08, 2023•1 hr 2 min
In this episode, I speak with to courtesan and a burlesque performer, Mae December as part of my series on Legal Sex Work in America. This is episode 3 in that series. Mae and I engaged in a detailed conversation about the various aspects of Nevada's legal sex industry. We thoroughly examined both the positive and negative elements currently present. Our discussion particularly focused on potential reforms and improvements that could be made to benefit everyone involved in Nevada's legal sex ind...
Dec 08, 2023•2 hr 16 min
In this episode, I sit down with Torrey Lisa as part of our Patreon Exclusive Series on Legal Sex Work in America. Torrey is a licensed sex worker. She does online sex work, including modeling and pornography. She also works full time at a licensed brothel in Nevada. In this episode, we talk about the legal sex industry in Nevada. Watch video version and read full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2023/12/02/episode-25-the-legal-sex-industry-legal-prostitution-in-nevada-episode-2-torrey-l...
Dec 03, 2023•2 hr 17 min
In this episode, I announce why I will be talking about legal sex work with licensed sex workers (legal prostitutes) in the state of Nevada. I also share a brief history lesson on the legal sex industry in Nevada. Stay tuned for Episode 2, featuring our first conversation with a legal sex worker. Watch video version or read show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2023/12/02/episode-24-the-legal-sex-industry-legal-prostitution-in-nevada-episode-1-introduction/
Dec 02, 2023•8 min
In this episode, I sit down with KushNoKetchup to speak about content creation, mental health, crazy happenings in the world, UFOs (aka UAPs), and the (potential) abduction of Malaysian Airlines 370 (MH370). You can support KushNoKetchup at cash.me/$kushnoketchup. Read full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2023/12/01/episode-23-kushnoketchup/
Dec 01, 2023•59 min
In this episode, I speak with Joe Hughes. Joe is licensed by the state of Illinois to farm and deal deer. Read full show notes here: http://thecolememo.com/2023/11/28/episode-22-joe-hughes-deer-dealer/
Nov 29, 2023•1 hr 47 min
In this episode, I sit down with Kurt Kaufmann from SeedTalent.com. We talk about all that SeedTalent has to offer and so much more. Read full show notes here: http://thecolememo.com/2023/11/22/episode-21-kurt-kaufmann-seedtalent-com/
Nov 28, 2023•1 hr 17 min
Mike Lucia owns a hemp business. He sells beverages with 10mg of THC & 25mg of THC at a local liquor store near you. You don't even need to go to a dispensary to purchase his products! Read full show notes here: http://thecolememo.com/2023/11/22/episode-20-mike-lucia-kindcannaco/
Nov 28, 2023•1 hr 2 min
In this episode, I speak to a drug-war veteran, my friend: "Buds". During this episode, we speak about Hash Wednesday. Read full show notes here: http://thecolememo.com/2023/11/22/episode-19-buds-hash-wednesday-illinois-cannabis-history/
Nov 28, 2023•1 hr 52 min
In this episode, I speak with Shaleen Title about two papers that the Parabola Center just released. We also discuss the topic of Hash Wednesday. Read full show notes here: http://thecolememo.com/2023/11/22/episode-17-shaleen-title-parabolacenter-com-new-papers-hash-wednesday/
Nov 28, 2023•55 min
In this episode, I speak with Adam Terry from DrinkCantrip.com. Full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2023/11/10/episode-17-adam-terry-cantrip/
Nov 24, 2023•47 min
In this episode, I speak with Joshua Hernandez from househemp.shop. Full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2023/11/10/episode-16-joshua-hernandez-househemp/
Nov 24, 2023•49 min
In this episode, I speak with Caleb Teske and my friend Phil. Full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2023/11/10/episode-15-caleb-teske/
Nov 24, 2023•2 hr 3 min
In this episode, I share exclusive information that I obtained via a FOIA request that I submitted to the state of Illinois. Read full show notes here: http://thecolememo.com/2023/11/10/episode-14-exclusive-fines-issued-against-cultivators-and-dispensaries-in-illinois/
Nov 22, 2023•1 hr 5 min
Tommy Chong returns in this episode of The Cole Memo. Read show notes here: http://thecolememo.com/2023/11/04/episode-13-tommy-chong/
Nov 22, 2023•56 min
This is the third episode in a series of episodes that I will be doing on Hash Wednesday. In this episode, I speak with Joshua Sloan. During the episode, he shares his firsthand experience of participating in an Illinois cannabis tradition known as Hash Wednesday. From what I've been able to tell, Hash Wednesday started sometime in the 70s. Read show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2023/11/03/episode-12-joshua-sloan-hash-wednesday-illinois-cannabis-history/
Nov 18, 2023•2 hr 25 min
This is the second episode in a series of episodes that I will be doing on Hash Wednesday. In this episode, I speak with Tony Schor. During the episode, he shares his firsthand experience of participating in an Illinois cannabis tradition known as Hash Wednesday. From what I've been able to tell, Hash Wednesday started sometime in the 70s. Read show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2023/11/03/episode-11-tony-schor-hash-wednesday-illinois-cannabis-history/
Nov 18, 2023•1 hr 48 min
