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The Cole Memo
The Cole Memo is your go-to source for informed, open discussion on civil liberties. Each episode tackles pressing issues, such as the decriminalization of drugs, the latest developments in the cannabis industry, and so much more. Hear from a diverse range of guests, including but not limited to: industry insiders, advocates, entertainers, and musicians, as they bring their unique perspectives to the conversation. Tune in to stay informed and engaged on the issues that matter most. Go to…
Episodes
The Cole Memo#95 - Justin Ward - StoneyBranch.com
In this episode, I speak with Justin Ward about the recent Senate Executive Committee hearing. Justin claims that during the hearing, he was called a drug…
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#94 - Katie Sullivan - ModernCompassionateCare.com
In this episode, I'm joined by Katie Sullivan. During the conversation, we recap one of the latest Medical Cannabis Advisory Board (MCAB) meetings. Katie is a…
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#93 - Officer Ramirez - Chicago Police Officer
In this episode, I speak with Chicago Police Officer Ramirez about cannabis legalization. This episode features a sneak peek at my mini-doc. See the full show…
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#92 - Aaron - SupportDopePeople.com
In this episode, I sit down Aaron from SupportDopePeople.com. We recap a recent Medical Cannabis Advisory Board meeting that we attended, an Illinois cannabis…
The Cole Memo#91 – Satire & Twitter Feuds with Dennis Walker – Mycopreneur.com
In this episode, I speak with Dennis Walker about one of his latest satirical videos that sparked a small outcry on Twitter. Watch the video version of this…
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#90 - Cannabis transportation in Illinois - 3rd Party Carriers Illinois
In this episode, I speak with Victoria, Ted, and Norberto from 3rd Party Carriers (3PC) Illinois. We explore the challenges that licensed transporters…
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#89 - Reviewing new Cannabis Legislation in Illinois
In this episode, I review new cannabis legislation that was filed in the state of Illinois. Watch video version and read full show notes here…
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#88 - Mids, Belushi talks lowering taxes, gifting is legal in Illinois, & more
In this episode, we discuss the concept of mids. We also explore a recent anecdote from Jim Belushi and Governor Pritzker's 4/20 excursion to Michigan. We also…
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#87 - Hemp, HLVd, & Social Equity with Michael Malcolm
In this episode, I discuss hemp, HLVd (a disease some studies estimate affects 90% of weed in California), our definitions of Social Equity, and more with…
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#86 - Kirsten Velasco - VapeNProp.com
In this episode, I sit down with Kirsten Velasco from VapeNProp.com. During the discussion, we talk about the early days of the medical cannabis program in…
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#85 - Charles Flanagan
In this episode, I sit down with Charles Flanagan. During the episode, Charles and I share our struggles with mental health and addiction. We also discuss…
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#84 - A New Vision for Cannabis Reform - Rod Kight
In this episode, I'll be playing a speech that was given by attorney Rod Kight. The speech was entitled "A New Vision for Cannabis Reform". During the speech…
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#83 - Happy 4/20
Here is a quick 10 minute episode for your 4/20! During this episode, I discuss recent statements that Jim Belushi made at a Cannabis Innovation Summit hosted…
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#82 - Christian Reichert returns
In this episode, Christian Reichert returns to talk about his continued experience with the criminal justice system. He was recently required to put an ankle…
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#81 - Recapping the Hemp press conference with Chris Berry
In this episode, I sit down with my friend Phil. Chris Berry from Illinois Hemp Growers Association joins us for a conversation. During the conversation, we…
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#80 - Tanya Griffin
In this episode, I speak with Tanya Griffin about her cannabis-infused sex products, harm reduction, and narcan. I also speak with Tanya about how she acquired…
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#79 - Behind The Pole - Torrin Richelle
During this episode, Torrin Richelle returns to the episode to talk about her new book "Behind the Pole". Watch this episode or read full show notes here…
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#78 – Hawaiian Cannabis
In this episode, I sit down with Rusty, a multi-generational cannabis farmer from Hawaii. We explore what life is like away from the mainland, the recently…
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#77 - How to get involved in Illinois cannabis politics
In this episode, the Alliance for Cannabis Equity in Illinois joins me to talk about how we can enact change at a legislative level! During the episode, we…
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#76 - Rod Kight - Kight On Cannabis - cannabusiness.law
In this episode, I speak with Rod Kight about a group of 20 state AGs that signed a letter to Congress “to address the glaring vagueness created in the 2018…
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#75 - New Drug Policy Bills Proposed in Illinois
In this episode, I speak about the CURE act and some cannabis bills that have been proposed which caught my eye. Watch video version or read full show notes…
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#74 – Jordan Davidson – Smart Approaches to Marijuana
In this episode, I sit back down with Jordan Davidson from Smart Approaches to Marijuana(SAM). Jordan and SAM do not believe that cannabis should be legal…
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#73 - Cannabis is complicating the re-unification process for families in Illinois
In this episode, we explore the intricate challenges of child reunification efforts in Illinois when a parent happens to be a cannabis user. During the…
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#72 – Cae Jones – JungleCae.com
In this episode, Cae Jones joins me to tell me about his experience with the criminal-justice system for simply possessing cannabis in the state of Illinois…
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#71 – Christian Reichert gets released from prison
Tune in for a powerful episode as Christian Reichert shares his journey from incarceration to freedom. Tune in as we discuss his experiences, challenges, and…
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#70 - Jackie Heim
In this episode I speak with Jackie Heim, the President and Founder of the Cannabis Club Redbirds at Illinois State University. During this episode, we talk…
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#69 - Torrey Lisa
In this episode, Torrey Lisa returns! During our conversation we talk about the legal sex industry in Nevada. You can connect with Torrey at TorreyLisa.com…
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#68 - Tennesse's war on local biz - featuring Lori Nanney
In this episode, I'm joined by Lori Nanney, the owner of Tokers, Inc., a hemp company based in Tennessee. Lori brings attention to a pressing issue: the…
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#67 - Peter Contos - State of the State Recap & More - CannabisEquityIL.org
In this episode, I sit down with Peter Contos from the Cannabis Equity Illinois Coalition(CEIC). During the episode, we recap the state of the state address…
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#66 - Illinois Cannabis News for 2/29/24!
In this episode, I discuss a newly released cannabis press release from the state of Illinois and analyze a local news story that aired recently. It was…
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#65 - Mike Fourcher - HeatRising.Net
Mike Fourcher returns in this episode to recap his trip to Dubai and to chat about the climate. Watch video version and read full show notes here…
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#64 - Illinois Representative Carol Ammons
In what may be my most pointed episode to date, I sit down with Illinois Representative Carol Ammons to discuss how cannabis continues to be criminalized in…
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#63 - Psilocybin Assisted Therapy with Dr. Eric Lee
In this episode, I catch up with Dr. Eric Lee. Dr. Lee moved to Oregon to practice psilocybin assisted therapy. During this episode, he tells us what that…
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#62 – Chris Berry – Illinois Hemp Growers Association
In this episode, I sit down with Chris Berry and my friend Phil. Chris Berry is the COO at Illinois Hemp Growers Association. Watch video version and read full…
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#61 - Watch JB Pritzker’s State of the State address with me!
In this episode, I watch JB Pritzker’s State of the State address live, as it aired. Watch the video version and read full show notes here…
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#60 - “Craft Growers” in Illinois Struggle to Cultivate Their Dreams
In this episode, I discuss an article that I recently wrote. This discussion includes my friend, Phil. Watch video version and read full show notes here…
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#59 - Cannabis Testing Standards in Illinois - Dr. Bob Miller - ACTLab.com
In this episode, Dr. Bob Miller and I explore the landscape of cannabis testing standards both within Illinois and across the United States. We dive into…
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#58 - Chatting about New York's cannabis market with Alyson
In this episode, I speak with Alyson about her experience of working and shopping in New York's cannabis market. You might recognize Alyson from our discussion…
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#57 - Illinois' Cannabis Testing Rules Under Scrutiny: A Critical Examination
In what might be our shortest episode ever, Dr. Bob Miller sheds light on challenges of cannabis testing regulations in Illinois, specifically with regard to…
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#56 – Legalized But Criminalized: David Gets Stuck in Illinois’ Cannabis Contradiction
In this episode, I sit down with David, who recounts his experience as a victim of Illinois’ ongoing criminalization of cannabis. Tune in to gain insight into…
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Illinois Medical Patient Arrested - The Cole Memo featured on High At 9 News
My story on an Illinois medical cannabis patient's arrest was featured on "High at 9 News." You can watch the full episode here…
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#55 - Ryan Crandall – CRO of MariMed
In this episode, I sit down with Ryan Crandall, the Chief Revenue Officer at MariMed Inc., to discuss the company’s latest developments. We explore MariMed’s…
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#54 – Jon Levine – CEO of MariMed
In this episode, I feature an interview that I captured during the Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference 2023. Following a session’s conclusion, I conducted an…
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#53 – Jim Blissitt III – Cannabis Delivery and Transportation in Illinois
In this episode, I sit down with Jim Blissitt III to talk about cannabis delivery and transportation in the state of Illinois. Watch the video version or read…
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#52 - Steve Philpott - Cannabis and Science
In this intriguing episode, I engage in a compelling conversation about the intriguing intersection of science and cannabis with Steve Philpott. Our discussion…
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#51 – Michael Lasley - Illinois News Joint
In this episode, I discuss the potential impact of cannabis being rescheduled and so much more with Chief Content Director of Illinois News Joint, Michael…
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#50 - Joseph Hughes - Son of the Last Drug Smuggler
In this episode, I sit down with Joseph Hughes. Joseph describes himself as the son of the last drug smuggler. Watch video version of this episode and read…
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#49 - Defense Attorneys Discuss Cannabis Odor & Illinois Supreme Court Case
In this episode, Attorneys Evan Bruno and Kulmeet Galhotra join me for a conversation about how cannabis odor is being used as a way to violate citizens'…
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#48 - Cannabis prisoner, Christian Reichert is returning home - Tina Reichert
Tina Reichert returns in this episode to deliver exciting news: Christian Reichert, her son, is being released from an Illinois prison after being arrested…
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#47 - Illinois Supreme Court Debates Searches Based Solely on Cannabis Smell
In this episode, we explore a groundbreaking Supreme Court case that questions the validity of using the scent of cannabis as the sole justification for…
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#46 - Cannabis Critique
In this episode, I engage in a discussion about cannabis, content creation, and various other topics with Alex, an established cannabis reviewer based in…
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#45 - Blake Boyd - DailyRoller and SmokeResponsiblySocial
In this episode, I sit down with Blake Boyd-Madden. I recently met Blake at a ChicagoNORML meeting. Blake is the face behind DailyRoller.com and…
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#44 - Debby Goldsberry – Hash Wednesday – Illinois Cannabis History
In this episode, I'm joined by Debby Goldsberry, a seasoned drug policy advocate and founder of the Cannabis Action Network. We cover Hash Wednesday, her…
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#43 - Let’s talk about THCa featuring Tom Howard from Cannabis Legalization News
In this episode, I sit down with cannabis industry lawyer Tom Howard for a conversation about THCa. What exactly is THCa, and why does it deserve our…
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#42 - Favorite Illinois cannabis stories from 2023
In this episode, I speak with a fellow cannabis consumer. We each share our top 5 Illinois cannabis-related stories from the year of 2023. Watch video version…
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#41 - Ali Jubelirer - DynamicJack.co
In this episode, we dig deep into a comparison between the hemp and regulated-cannabis markets across the United States. Our primary focus centers on Illinois…
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#40 - New Illinois laws in 2024 - Jeremy Gorner - Chicago Tribune
In this episode, I had the privilege sitting down with Jeremy Gorner, a reporter from the Chicago Tribune. Our discussion centered around the recent…
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#39 - Charlie Bachtell - Cresco Labs
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…
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#38 - David Craig - Harbour Solutions - Coca Leaf Importer and Processor
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…
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#37 - The Legal Sex Industry - Legal Prostitution in Nevada - Episode 14: Tour of Bella's Hacienda
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…