Podcast appearances and mentions of cole memorandum

In this episode, recorded in-person at the recent reMind conference, Joe interviews Kaci Hohmann and Dave Kopilak: business attorneys at Emerge Law Group and co-chairs of Emerge's psychedelics practice group. Hohmann also serves as Chair of the Oregon State Bar's Cannabis and Psychedelics Law Section. They were both drafters of Oregon Measure 109 (with Kopilak as the primary drafter), so this episode goes deep into the details, legalities, and possibilities behind Measure 109. What licenses are involved? What does a business heading to Oregon need to prepare for? What do they think the feds will do and how does that relate to cannabis' Cole Memorandum? What is tax code 280E and how can its effects be minimized? What do they see the future looking like? They discuss what they do for clients at Emerge Law Group; the differences between the cannabis and psychedelics industries; why service centers are likely more important than the products; and how the psilocybin service center experience is more like a relationship with clients than anything in the cannabis world, which makes everything much more complicated – but also much safer. Joe also highlights some recent news, including MAPS PBC rebranding to Lykos Therapeutics, symptoms from traumatic brain injuries being improved by the combination of ibogaine and magnesium, and more! Click here to head to the show notes page. 

In this must-listen episode of Cannabis Man, we dive deep into the politics of cannabis reform with David Culver, a key player at the U.S. Cannabis Council and Legalize America. We bring you real-time updates as we listen in on the latest vote for Speaker of the House of Representatives—a critical vote with implications for the SAFER Banking Act.

Put away your notions of what should have happened with cannabis at the federal level in 2022 and jump into the realities of what really did happen, because cannabis legalization is not a moment; it's a process.Saphira Galoob, Executive Director of the National Cannabis Roundtable and Principal & CEO of The Liaison Group, joined Vangst's CEO & Founder, Karson Humiston, on this week's episode of Proud to Work in Cannabis, to talk through the recent history of cannabis legislation, touching on topics such as the SAFE Banking Act, the Cole Memorandum, and 280E. Produce By PodConxKarson Humiston - https://www.linkedin.com/in/karson-humiston-64572b97/Vangst - https://vangst.com/

This week, George, Pete and Roger share a joint together with two dudes that make the business of getting stoned, dare we say, respectable. We're talking about the cannabis industry in America and all of its, ahem, "highs" and lows.    First we have Patrick Ryder. He is the North American Cannabis Practice Leader for HUB International; a top five global risk management brokerage firm. From Denver, CO he has been working with multinational cannabis companies on risk mitigation techniques since the release of the Cole Memorandum paved the way for states to decriminalize adult-use marijuana.    Then we have Brian D. Jones who joined Quadscore Insurance Services as the Executive Vice President in 2021.  He contributes a wealth of diverse insurance industry experience.  His depth of knowledge in handling a broad array of complex operational, regulatory, underwriting, management, and actuarial matters also added value to his previous roles at Hartford Life, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Hartford Investment Management Company, and AXA XL, a division of AXA. Most recently, he was on the front lines of the cannabis insurance market from its infancy in 2017 through its maturation.  He developed an underwriting strategy for the cannabis account portfolio and kept his team up to date on changes in the market.  Mr. Jones developed a thorough distribution channel of brokers who work with cannabis clients, and he regularly meets with executive-level stakeholders to design solutions and innovative ways to insure their risks.   Essentially, Patrick and Brian's resumes are fancy ways of saying that they help (or helped) smoke shops and growers get insured ever since Obama said states can do what they want with weed.     We chew on the very beginnings of legal marijuana and its cultural epicenter in Denver, CO, the steady spread of states to follow, the Federal government's role (or lack, thereof...ready to grab half of your stash but won't allow you to take normal deductions like any other "too legit to quit" business can do), the good guys in business (Bay Area rapper Berner who owns the Cookies pot shops), the bad guys (lots of legislative red tape, lack of regulation) and the ugly (those poor bastards that know how to get us really, really stoned but, well, they can't exactly do math).   So, load up your cartridge, swallow a few gummies, shake that flower from your grinder, roll your joint, stuff your blunt, pack your pipe and waft through a fast-paced, highly informative, extremely passionate wall of sweet smoke as the Buzzards take another hit from the bong.   And remember, folks, if you have any questions or comments about this show or others or have any suggestions for topics and guests, feel free to email us at fivedollarbuzz@gmail.com. It may take a second to get to ya as we sleep one off but, rest assured, we'll be there, our friends.

Marijuana is being legalized in states throughout the US, but it's still illegal Federally. The marijuana industry has affected real estate and everything is a little hazy. In this episode, I have an open chat with broker Amy Lessinger and attorney Cassel von Baeyer to highlight the issues of this new industry. This is just a conversation myself and my guests are in no way giving advice. Please defer to your local legal council, broker and state laws when dealing with marijuana in your business. We mention the Cole Memorandum. In case you're curious, here are the eight enforcement priorities that were set forth therein: 1. Prevent distribution to minors. 2. Prevent cannabis revenues from going to support criminal enterprises. 3. Prevent distribution to states where it is not legal. 4. Prevent cannabis activity from being used as a cover for trafficking of other illegal drugs or illegal activity. 5. Prevent violence and the use of firearms in the production and distribution. 6. Prevent drugged driving. 7. Prevent growth of cannabis on public land. 8. Prevent cannabis use/growth on federal property. Contact Info: Shauna Ganes shauna@dmorris.com www.shaunaganes.com www.facebook.com/doitandbegladyoudid

Senator Cory Gardner talks about the path of the STATES Act, which has been surprisingly, and perhaps ironically, cleared by the helping hand of Jeff Sessions. His rescindment of the Cole Memorandum of the Obama era tried to quash states rights on the issue of cannabis, but only led to the more simplified STATES Act. Through it, the Controlled Substances Act is essentially negated for those in accordance with state law, helping make way for progress on many of the issues surrounding cannabis for those states.

Today's episode takes a look at the impacts of changes at the federal level on the regulated cannabis market in California and looks at how that new market is doing. For the analysis of federal policy changes, primarily the decision in January by US Attorney General Jeff Sessions to rescind the Cole Memorandum, we'll turn to McGeorge School of Law Professor Mike Vitiello. We then chat with Dustin Moore, a Principal at Main Street Strategies and the Deputy Campaign Manager for 2016's Yes on Prop 64 campaign, to talk about how the roll out of the legalized adult use of recreational cannabis is going in California, the challenges new businesses are facing, and some of the solutions being discussed to address those challenges.

re: Legalize it? Whether you are for legalization or against it, it is almost certain that someone you know is being helped by medical cannabis.  The movement for legalized marijuana is spreading across the nation, in spite of the recent decision by Attorney General Sessions to rescind the Cole Memorandum under which many cannabis businesses had been operating. Teresa had a chance to catch up with cannabis business attorney, activist, and educator Pamela Epstein.  A prominent player in the push for legalization, Epstein continues to help those who want to enter the business and who encounter a fractured and frustating regulatory climate that seems to change daily. In this interview,  Pamela tells the personal story that drove her to take on the risk-filled world of cannabis and which continues to motivate her in spite of setbacks and legal challenges.  If you've been wondering what's going on with marijuana regulation lately, or you are interested in getting into the cannabis business, you need to listen to this interview. File under: #legal-marijuana, #cannabis, #cannabis business, #cannabis-regulation, #marijuana, #pamelaepstein, #cannabisattorney, #medical-marijuana,  PS: Are you someone who is currently in the legal cannabis business but having trouble finding solutions to manage your cashflow?  Well, stuffing it under your mattress or burying it in the backyard is NOT the best way to safeguard your wealth.  Call TJ at 925-776-4368 to learn about a PRIVATE, discrete, compliant, "seed to sale" solution for banking that might be able to help.  Or shoot off an email to imaverick3@gmail.com.

Baked and Awake Podcast Season 2, Episode 01 January 7, 2018   Legal Cannabis Updates and Other News   Old Business- Welcome to the first Episode of the Baked and Awake Podcast for 2018!! Holy Moly you Guys, we recorded 22 Episodes in 2017, having started this little project back in late August, almost September. In that time we have had well over 1000 downloads in total, with a one day record of 99 downloads! That just happened in December, with our Mars Hill Episodes One and Two! Thanks to everyone who participated in the MH episodes discussion and offline conversations. You all know who you are.. Looking forward to even more of that in the future, for sure, and I thoroughly enjoyed making those episodes, so please do check them out! What an honor it has been to spend time with you all and talk about all sorts of things we are not just “curious” about, but inspired to actively seek out and better understand them. That we may feel and appreciate esoteric topics more fully as our knowledge and comfort with them grows. But at its baseline, and for the purposes of this podcast there is one overriding and continuous theme we will devote ourselves to here, and it’s the plant. If you still are here with me by now, I’m gonna go ahead and take it for a given that you do too. Cannabis is a special gift, an embattled ally to millions, and perhaps the single greatest panacea against general pain, mental and physical suffering, and indeed grave diseases- to ever take the stage alongside we poor, fragile, fleshy humans in this short, brutally painful adventure that holds for each and every one of us but one possible conclusion. Is it such a wonder then, that some (most) folks in certain (many) industries and the halls of power don’t like it so much! But I digress!   We have goals to set for 2018. The Royal “We”, LOL- meaning me of course. But hey- these can perhaps be shared goals. Let’s see how we do- you tell me.   Record and publish once a week all year Visit as many shops, grows, kitchens, and labs as possible, and share them with you Raise awareness and funds for projects such as The Sentencing Project, NORML, and others that support and actively seek the end of mass incarceration in the US and particularly for non violent drug offenders. Support and raise awareness for National movements to legalize and reschedule Cannabis and Hemp in all their varieties.   Continue to create more robust episode notes for reference purposes Pursue the above while respecting my Guests, Audience, and my Family at all times   Baked and Awake Minifesto: Basically, the world I would like to live in would provide robust access to medical cannabis for patients in need. This world would also formally invest in heavy mainstream research into applications by western medical minds (Don’t fear it, it’s happening if we like it or not). Finally, this world will have decriminalized and de stigmatized, or rehabilitated- the Adult Casual Cannabis user as a normal member of society. One in fact that is recognizably more safe, productive, and healthy to be or be around, than say- heavy lifelong users of tobacco or alcohol.     Reminder that we do have a Patreon page with super modest buy ins for supporting the show, and I have just ordered my first run of stickers to be made as thank you gifts for my early loyal supporters and subscribers- check the page out at: https://www.patreon.com/bakedandawakeshow, where you can learn more about exclusive content as well as bigger field trips planned for 2018!   Perhaps even more exciting than some awkward crowdfunding page (sorry Patreon!), how about I tell you instead about our new Teepublic shop, where you can find ALL SORTS of sweet Baked and Awake swag like Stickers, T Shirts, Hoodies, Ladies T’s, Mugs, Totes, Banners for your smoking lair, and more! (Sorry, no kids sizes available because this is a show for Grown Folks. This is something I am genuinely excited about since I have started collecting AH-MAZING Radass (my own word, patented) logo designs from my good buddies T. Selin of Crimson Graphics and Robbo, AKA ZAEOS who is a local legend around here in the Graffitti community. This new shop is a way you can really, seriously support the show, because every time you take a sip from your  Baked and Awake Coffee mug during your morning standup meeting at Amazon, everyone will know you are a fascinating and mysterious individual, with interests of which they know almost nothing. They will pine vaguely for your attention, as they wonder “what IS that strange but compelling logo on their mug? What does it mean? I wonder if I can Google it?”  -sentiments to that effect. Go and see what I mean, visit the shop, and be among the first to begin spreading the word about Baked and Awake to the unwashed masses, of which there are kabillions who still need to hear the Good News! https://www.teepublic.com/user/bakedandawake   By the way, if you have been listening, but perhaps have been lollygagging and haven’t managed to do this yet- PLEASE review us favorably on iTunes or wherever you see a chance to log feedback about the show! It really does help, and is just as sure to put a smile on my face as ordering a T shirt or joining me on Patreon!   And now, the News: (Get Safe)   California finally opens the biggest legal cannabis market in North America, January 1st 2018. Let’s have a look at the ins and outs of how it will work for californians looking to make their first legal recreational Pot score. http://www.politifact.com/california/article/2018/jan/05/pot-101-facts-you-should-know-about-californias-le/   Only three days after California celebrated legal Pot, Jefferson Beauregard Sessions the fifth, or whatever his name is- rescinded the famous and influential Obama era “Cole Memorandum” which gently but famously advised then President Obama to forego applying any federal funds to pursuing cases against States or Business entities in good standing within States that had moved to implement legal medical or recreational cannabis sales. This announcement on the part of the famously hard line Anti-Drug Lawmaker has many in nascent weed industries feeling suddlenly nervous about the future of their exciting anf profitable new enterprise. One prominent reaction came from the Chairman of Alaska’s Cannabis Board, who resigned specifically and immediately over this change in policy from the Justice Department.   Analysis of the threat: WA Cannabis Sales Numbers from 502Data.com   Oregon’s Sales in 2017, highlights (85 Million Dollars in 8 months)   Colorado Cannabis Sales Figures for 2017   List of States with Medical or Recreational Cannabis   Population of WA: 7.2 Million  Oregon: 4.1 million, California: 39.2 million   The Cannabist agrees with me, in that we both believe this will only pave the way for a meaningful and well funded national campaign to give this issue to the States once and for all. Federal re-sceduling should be next, and the final victory would be the freeing of hundreds of thousands of non violent drug offenders currently serving time for cannabis related crimes.   Colorado Lawmakers already making moves to protect Cannabis industry - Time Magazine Stories to Watch:   -Will the Governments of the world or Shadowy Globalists engineer a major financial meltdown and then blame it on Crypto currencies? (Before it’s News)   -Phones and Computers wide open to Security Vulnerabilities   -Alpha Zero Chess AI Bests former champ in just four hours, demonstrating tactics never before seen in the history of the game   -FCC moves to re define what Broadband is   -Trump to pardon Julian Assange?   Pods of the Week:   The Rogue Muslim Podcast- Intelligent talk about being Muslim in America today. Such a rare opportunity to sit and feel connected to well spoken and thoughtful Young Muslims who are themselves earnestly seeking meaningful dialogue with fellow members of their faith and non muslims alike.   The Come to the Table Podcast Host and Pastor Sean McCoy single handedly rehabilitates modern Evangelical Christianity to a diverse audience at Come to the Table. Race, Gender issues, Spirituality and the challenges of keeping a strong faith in the modern world are all part of the discussion. It’s good stuff, and as I like to point out- even easier than going to church!   Unpopular Culture Podcast  Brilliant analysis of True Crime stories that you thought you’d heard everything you could know about. Host Michael Drane is a Licensed Psychotherapist with, as he says- a background in forensics. Basically, some version of a profiler, and this podcast is an absolute must listen for fans of true crime pods.   Strain of the Week: 9Lb Hammer in a 2.5g Party Pre Roll Joint from Lucky Devil Cannabis, purchased at Urban Bud in Tacoma WA- Thanks Alondra and Crew for the great service as always!   Events: If you live in Western WA and wish to join us in person to network and connect with other Cannabis Industry Professionals, join us next Wednesday in the Georgetown neighborhood of Seattle for a monthly gathering of the Cannabis Influencers Northwest.  We are the newest and most exciting Cannabis focused group in the region, and big things are afoot for the coming year! You can find us on Meetup.com to RSVP, or gate crash the event on Wednesday evening at 6pm at Counterbalance Brewing .   FINALLY:   I’ll leave you with one last Holiday minded sentiment: If you’re the “New Year’s Resolution” type, or maybe if you’re not- a suggestion, something to consider trying, perhaps:   Set a big huge scary goal for yourself. Start working towards it right away. Tell NO ONE Achieve said Big Huge Scary Goal. Tell NO ONE Profit   And as always, I leave you with my possibly annoying tagline- #smokeindicadoshitanyway   Royalty Free Music for this episode by Antti’s Instrumentals