Smart Approaches to Marijuana

High Stakes with Kevin Sabet

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High Stakes with Kevin Sabet is the official podcast of Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM) , hosted by drug policy expert Dr. Kevin Sabet . Each episode examines the real-world consequences of marijuana policy in America and around the world, through the lens of science, public health, and responsible policy. From the rise of “Big Marijuana” to the impact of legalization on youth, families, mental health, and communities, High Stakes brings together researchers, policymakers, journalists, clinicians, and advocates for candid conversations about one of the most consequential drug policy deb...

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The Texas Congressman Against Big Weed | High Stakes with Kevin Sabet 06.07.2026 32:17

Congressman Pete Sessions (R-TX) joins Kevin Sabet for Episode 5 of High Stakes to discuss the growing bipartisan effort to keep marijuana classified as a Schedule I drug, Congress’s move to close the intoxicating hemp loophole, and new legislation aimed at preserving drug testing for safety-sensitive transportation workers if federal marijuana policy changes. Dr. Kevin Sabet sits down with Congre...

Why These Veterans Are Worried About Psychedelics | High Stakes with Kevin Sabet 08.06.2026 43:06

Following President Trump’s recent executive order on psychedelics—reportedly prompted by a conversation with Joe Rogan—the conversation examines the science, politics, and public narratives driving one of the most consequential drug policy debates in America today. Paul Chabot and Frank Greenagel join Kevin Sabet for Episode 3 of High Stakes to discuss the growing push to fast-track psychedelic d...

The Marijuana Industry Doesn’t Want This Film Seen | Episode 2 11.05.2026 44:42

Heather Bacchus and Eric Burton join Kevin Sabet for Episode 2 of  High Stakes with Kevin Sabet , the official podcast of Smart Approaches to Marijuana and the Foundation for Drug Policy Solutions (FDPS). Dr. Kevin Sabet sits down with author and advocate Heather Bacchus alongside THC, INC filmmaker Eric Burton to discuss the growing public health concerns surrounding today’s high-p...

German Lopez of The New York Times Joins High Stakes with Kevin Sabet | Episode 1 13.04.2026 57:39

German Lopez, Editorial Board Writer at The New York Times, joins Kevin Sabet for the inaugural episode of High Stakes with Kevin Sabet, the official podcast of Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM) and the Foundation for Drug Policy Solutions (FDPS). Dr. Kevin Sabet and journalist German Lopez discuss the editorial board’s recent "It’s Time for America to Admit That It Has a Marijuana Problem," and...

TEASER: High Stakes with Kevin Sabet Premieres Soon 11.03.2026 4:05

Welcome to  High Stakes with Kevin Sabet , the official podcast of Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM) and the Foundation for Drug Policy Solutions (FDPS). In this short teaser, Dr. Kevin Sabet previews the first full episode of the show, featuring a conversation with  New York Times  journalist German Lopez about the editorial board’s recent discussion,  “Marijuana Is Everywhe...