Controlled Burn

In this episode of Controlled Burn, Shane and Brandon break down the 2026 OMMA public comment hearing and explain why this one actually mattered. From the tone of the room to the substance of the comments, they walk through what labs, operators, and industry advocates raised at the Capitol and how those concerns could shape Oklahoma cannabis moving forward. The conversation covers confirmation tes...

We’re kicking off the new year with optimism, caffeine, and just a touch of existential dread. In this first episode of 2026, the Controlled Burn crew dives into the fallout of federal rescheduling, the shaky future of AI, and the annual tradition of pretending our New Year’s resolutions are going to stick. From compliance costs to 5 a.m. gym fantasies, it’s clear: the industry isn’t dead — but we...

In part 2, the conversation dives even deeper, from loopholes in the new hemp bill to loopholes in reality itself. If Part 1 was spirit and story, Part 2 is science and systems…with just as much chaos. We unpack how the farm bill might reshape the entire supply chain, why the system’s still allergic to compliance, and what it’ll actually take to educate a generation raised on THC percentages. They...

In this episode of Controlled Burn, Shane and Brandon sit down with the one and only Joshua Graston — a cannabis alchemist, entrepreneur, modern-day philosopher, and the man who once turned down $65 million for his work. From trauma to transformation, Josh walks us through his wild personal journey, the science and spirit behind one-of-one medicine, and why he lives every day like he time-traveled...

A cannabis worker develops asthma so severe it stops their heart — and now the facility’s writing a multi-million dollar check. Shane and Brandon unpack the safety failures, legal fallout, and why this is just the beginning. They also dig into judge swaps that could tilt the scales in cannabis cases, federal banking pressure from 32 attorneys general, and how Texas just quietly expanded medical ac...

In this episode of Controlled Burn, Shane, Brandon, and Matthew cover everything from industry news to holiday nonsense with their usual mix of accuracy and absolute derailment. They unpack where SQ 837 went wrong and why the cannabis community’s last shot at adult-use might’ve been fumbled. There’s talk of a voluntary recall that  was actually handled well for once,  a real-world breakdown of why...

Tiny pulls up for an episode that hits every corner of the map. We get into Craft Kings, Cloud Z, and the wild realities of the cannabis industry, then swerve straight into conspiracies we absolutely do not believe, stair-related injuries, Army recruiter chaos, gas prices, wrestling nostalgia, and a few stories that probably should’ve stayed off the mic. It’s funny, unfiltered, and full of the kin...

In this episode of Controlled Burn , Shane and Brandon go off the rails and down memory lane, from wrestling toddlers and gas-station weed to THCA loopholes and the mess that is Farm Bill enforcement. It’s equal parts nostalgia and noncompliance. Whether you’re navigating hemp gray areas or just wondering why Brandon’s kid could take down a grown man, this one delivers. We dig into the real danger...

In this episode of Controlled Burn, Shane and Brandon go from grandma’s first edible to Oklahoma’s newest legislative headache, and they’re not pulling punches. First, they roast the cannabis community for fumbling SQ 837, a bill that could've changed the game. Then, they break down the confusing and controversial new DUI laws that just dropped in Oklahoma. They unpack why SQ 837 failed (and w...

Halloween came for the candy, but it might leave with your dispensary license. In this episode of  Controlled Burn , Shane and Brandon wade through the chaos of potential shutdowns, unclear regulations, and the ticking clock on State Question 837. Could Oklahoma's cannabis industry really shrink to just 300 shops?  Topics include: what the heck is happening October 31st; the confusion around OBNDD...

What do a steel penny, a robot waiter, and Trump’s new Middle East envoy have in common? They all show up in this episode of Controlled Burn . Shane and Brandon spiral from thrift shop finds to Supreme Court headlines, uncovering the chaotic intersection of weed, weapons, and world politics. 1️⃣ Trump just tapped a MAGA influencer who owned a marijuana dispensary chain to be his envoy to Iraq 2️⃣...

What happens after the raid? In this episode, the guys unpack the unsettling reality of what’s left behind once law enforcement clears out, and why some grows seem to reappear like magic. From pesticide barrels to live crabs in bathrooms (seriously), it's clear: shutdown doesn’t mean cleaned up. Topics include: the real impact of OBN grow raids; why some facilities “reopen” weeks later; and State...

From men’s retreats and torn quads to Hooters confusion and vendor rage , this episode’s got a little bit of everything. Brandon and Shane recount a wild week of spiritual highs, physical lows, and one very public event that’s left a whole lot of people demanding refunds.  Topics include: CaveTime USA and the value of brotherhood; the AirFest backlash; a Hooters misunderstanding that had us sweati...

From backyard camping meltdowns to Bourbon Street scam survival, Shane and Brandon take a chaotic detour through family stories, fairground nostalgia, tactical street smarts, and a serious update for Oklahoma cannabis advocates. Topics include: how to not get hustled in New Orleans; camping fails, kids, and wet firewood; GeoCaching, hidden rocks, and dad logic; why SQ 837 signature counts are look...

Shane’s back from vacation and Brandon’s fresh off a horror movie moment involving a dark hot tub, a wolf spider, and a scream that shook the forest. But between the vacation recap and haunted hot tub chaos, the guys dig into something even scarier: Oklahoma’s batch limit confusion and how metric tickets are being used to flag violations. If you’ve ever questioned your batch math or felt that cree...

This episode is a chaotic trip through our earliest sales gigs: the heartbreaks, the hustle, and the horror stories that shaped our approach to business (and life). Spoiler: selling Kirby vacuums door-to-door will either make you a killer closer or crush your soul. Sometimes both. We also tease a big topic for next week, and let’s just say, if you’re into cannabis events, you’ll want to stick arou...

In this episode of Controlled Burn, Shane and Brandon spiral into the topic they swore they'd avoid – politics, parenting, and why kids are somehow smarter than the rest of us when it comes to online safety. It starts with the shocking news about Charlie Kirk’s death and snowballs into everything from pedo hunters on Instagram, to Roblox. Sprinkle in a few unhinged parenting stories, a passion...

This week on Controlled Burn, Shane and Brandon spiral from gas station pizza tales to the very real pressures of running a cannabis business in 2025. Between movie reviews, customer service rants, and reflections on ego and leadership, they also take a hard look at the current chaos in the cannabis industry and how it’s driving change. Topics include: cinematic nostalgia, 4D theaters, and moviego...

In this episode of Controlled Burn , Shane and Brandon spiral through the AI multiverse, casually stumble into alien conspiracy, and somehow end up talking about Mandarin and male pattern baldness. It's part tech therapy, part cultural commentary, and 100% unhinged. Topics include ChatGPT memory logs and what it really knows; baldness panic and presidential trivia; cannabis education making mo...

A major shake up sent shockwaves through Oklahoma’s cannabis industry. In this episode, we’re joined by special guest Matthew Phillips as we break down what happens when the system gets stress tested, why consistent standards matter, and how operators can protect their product and their peace of mind. Topics include: summer mold risks and why climate control matters; how to handle retests and rese...

From python-hunting robot bunnies to hypnotizing chickens, this episode of Controlled Burn is packed with wild stories and cannabis community updates. Shane and Brandon swap pre-legalization tales, including the time a cop handed a confiscated bag right back, talk about State Question 837 and why signatures matter, and share laughs about VPN rabbit holes, overseas Netflix, and alligator behavior....

This week on Controlled Burn, Shane and Brandon preview the Terp Float weekend with a full walk-through of the schedule, who’s playing where, and what they’re most excited to check out. They also dig into the upcoming signature drive for SQ837 and reflect on how far things have come, in the industry and in their own health journeys. In this episode: Full Terp Float schedule breakdown What to know...

This week on Controlled Burn, parasites worm their way back into the conversation and one of us ruins a perfectly good UFC watch party with a truly unfortunate TV moment. We also clear up a few things about testing and pesticide fails, with a disclaimer.

In this episode of Controlled Burn, Shane and Brandon spiral from 7/10 nostalgia to edible horror stories and somehow end up breaking down exactly who (or what ) the Loch Ness Monster really is. Spoiler: it’s not a monster… but it is unforgettable. Oh, and we also explain why Metrc will absolutely let you break the law (but OMMA definitely won’t). Laugh, cringe, maybe question your SOPs — but what...

Oklahoma Cannabis might be standing at the edge of a major shift — and Jed Green is here to break it all down. In this episode, we sit down (well, kind of) with the man behind Oklahomans for Responsible Cannabis Action (ORCA) to unpack SQ 837 and what it means for growers, processors, dispensaries, and yes… even your grandma’s edibles stash.  Topics include: – Why SQ 837 could be Oklahoma’s last s...