The Cole Memo

In this episode, I have a casual smoke session with a fellow advocate named Philip. We talk episode #232 of the Chillinois Podcast and our future plans. This episode serves as a sort of behind the scenes conversation to show you what goes into our research and analysis for this entire project. To view the first episode that we made, view the links in the show notes: https://chillinois.net/2022/12/...

In this podcast, I am joined by Felicia Santiago, Edie Moore, Joseph Friedman, and Katie Sullivan, MSN, APRN, FNP-C. Click here to view the full show notes and see citations for stories mentioned during the show: https://chillinois.net/2022/12/30/call-to-action-curbside-pickup-for-illinois-medical-cannabis-patients-must-continue/

In this episode, we sit down with Nicholas Thomas to talk about his small business 420Pipes. You can find the business online at 420Pipes.com. We also talk about Nicholas's experience of growing up as a Jehovah's Witness. Read show notes here: https://chillinois.net/2022/12/11/236-nicholas-thomas-420pipes-com/

Recently, a claim was made online that a body was found in a dispensary that is located in Mundelein, Illinois. After seeing the claim online, I reached out to GTI, the company that owns the Rise cannabis store. Rose Mattio, a person that claimed to "head" the external communications firm for GTI, reached out to me for follow up. They ultimately confirmed that an individual had passed away in thei...

In this episode, I speak to Demitri Downing. You watch the video version of this podcast or read the full show notes here: https://chillinois.net/2022/12/07/234-demitri-downing-marijuana-industry-trade-association/

In this episode of the Chillinois Podcast, I sit down with Rodney from DeliciouslyDopeTV. You can check out DeliciouslyDopeTV, connect with Rodney, and more here: http://chillinois.net/2022/11/26/233-rodney-from-deliciouslydopetv/

In this episode, I sit down with Philip to talk about the history of cannabis in Illinois. We talk about the early beginnings of the medical cannabis program and how our adult-use cannabis market was shaped by lobbyists and special interests. You can watch the video version, see the document that we reference, and view the full show notes here: https://chillinois.net/2022/11/20/232-the-history-of-...

In this episode, I sit down with Anna Rose and Vitoria Herring from TrueSocialEquityInCannabis. In this episode, we talk about what has gone wrong in the Illinois cannabis industry. Watch the video version and read the show notes here: https://chillinois.net/2022/11/20/231-vitoria-herring-and-anna-rose/

In this episode, I have a conversation with a fellow advocate named Philip! In this episode, we smoke weed and we have a high-level chat about Illinois cannabis (pun-intended). You can watch the video version here: https://chillinois.net/2022/11/26/230-a-conversation-about-illinois-cannabis/

In this episode, I sit down with Dennis Walker from the Mycopreneur Podcast. In this episode, Dennis tells us how he started his podcast, how he applies satire to his content, and much more. Read full show notes here: https://chillinois.net/2022/11/13/230-dennis-walker-mycopreneur-podcast/

In this episode, I speak with Pat. Patrick is the creator of WestTownWeed, WestTownBrews, and co-hosts the Couch Lock'd Podcast. Read the full show notes here: http://chillinois.net/2022/11/10/228-westtownweed/

In this episode, I sit down with David Bienenstock. You might recognize David from many of his roles in cannabis media. He is the author of 'How to Smoke Pot Properly' and he is the co-host of Great Moments in Weed History, a cannabis podcast. Read the full show notes here: https://chillinois.net/2022/10/23/227-david-bienenstock/

In this episode, I sit down with Jordan Davidson and Justin Strekal. Jordan Davidson is the Communications and Legislative Affairs Officer at Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM). Justin Strekal is the founder of the BOWL PAC; you might recognize Justin as the former Political Director for NORML. Watch the video version of this podcast or read full show notes here: http://chillinois.net/2022/10/16/...

In this episode, I sit down with Steve Marks. Steve is the Executive Director of the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission. Read the full show notes here: https://chillinois.net/2022/10/09/225-steve-marks-oregon-liquor-and-cannabis-control/

In this episode of the Chillinois Podcast, I have a conversation with Shaleen Title. Shaleen is an attorney and drug policy activist who has been writing, passing, and implementing cannabis laws for over 20 years. She is the Founder and CEO of the Parabola Center. Watch the video version of this episode or read the full show notes by clicking here: https://chillinois.net/2022/10/09/224-shaleen-tit...

In this episode of the Chillinois Podcast, I have a conversation with Dr. Eric Lee from Green Mind Physicians. In this episode, we talk about THC potency limits. Listen to the episode for a Chillinois discount when you get your medical cannabis card with Green Mind Physicians. Watch the video version or read full show notes here: https://chillinois.net/2022/09/30/223-dr-lee/

In this episode of the Chillinois Podcast, I have a conversation with Abdullah Saeed. We talk about the beginnings of cannabis media, cannabis history, and much more. Watch video version of this podcast and read full version of show notes here: http://chillinois.net/2022/09/30/221-abdullah-saeed/

In this episode of the Chillinois Podcast, I have a conversation with Tommy Chong. We talk about old cars, the beginnings of music, That 90s Show (a reboot of That 70s show), and much more. Read the full show notes here: https://chillinois.net/2022/09/19/220-tommy-chong/

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In this episode of the Chillinois Podcast, I have a conversation with David Lakeman. Dave serves as the Manager of the Division of Cannabis Regulation at the Illinois Department of Agriculture. Dave oversees medicinal and adult-use cannabis in the state of Illinois, as well as the Department’s hemp program. We discuss what it's like to work at the Cannabis Division, what they can and cannot do, ho...

In this episode of the Chillinois Podcast, I have a conversation with Lisbeth Vargas. Lisbeth is the Executive Director of the Illinois Independent Craft Growers Association(IICGA). In this episode, we talk about craft cultivation, limitations on the issuance of licenses, and more. Watch the video version of this episode or read the full show notes by clicking here: https://chillinois.net/2022/09/...

In this episode of the Chillinois Podcast, I have a conversation with Alex and Ambrose from the 1937 Group. Watch the video version of this episode or read the full show notes by clicking here: https://chillinois.net/2022/09/02/217-the-1937-group/

In this episode of the Chillinois Podcast, I have a conversation with Jose Franco Da Cunha Leme Filho, Ph. D. Dr. Leme is an Assistant Professor of Cannabis Biology and Cropping Systems at Southern Illinois University, Carbondale. Watch the video version of this episode or read the full show notes (timestamps included) by clicking here: https://chillinois.net/2022/08/25/215-dr-jose-leme-southern-i...

In this episode of the Chillinois Podcast, I have a conversation with Dr. Karla Gage. Dr. Karla Gage is Assistant Professor of Weed Science and Plant Biology at Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, Illinois. Watch the video version of this episode or read the full show notes (timestamps included) by clicking here: https://chillinois.net/2022/08/18/215-dr-karla-gage-southern-illinois-univers...

In this episode of the Chillinois Podcast, I have a conversation with Dr. Dale Buck Hales from Southern Illinois University (SIUC) in Carbondale, Illinois. Watch the video version of this episode or read the full show notes (timestamps included) by clicking here: https://chillinois.net/2022/08/13/214-dr-dale-buck-hales-southern-illinois-university-cannabis-science-center/