The Cole Memo

In this episode, we interview Torrin, a former shift manager at two Nevada brothels, who shares her experiences, highlighting both the positive and negative aspects of her time in the industry. Watch the video version of this episode, purchase Torrin's book, and read the full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2023/12/26/episode-30-the-legal-sex-industry-legal-prostitution-in-nevada-episode-...

In this episode, we speak to one of the last people to see Dennis Hof alive. Dennis Hof was an American brothel owner. He owned seven legal brothels in Nevada, most notably the Moonlite Bunny Ranch. Hof was also a Republican candidate in 2018 for the Nevada Assembly, which he was posthumously elected to less than one month after his death. In this episode, we talk about Heather's experience with c...

In this episode, Torrey Lisa returns. In this episode, she once again calls me from a brothel as part of my series on Legal Sex Work in America. This is episode 5 in that series. You can watch the entire series at ColeMemo.com/Sex. Torrey is a licensed sex worker in the state of Nevada. She does online sex work, including modeling and pornography. She also works full time at a licensed brothel in...

In this episode, I speak with to a legal sex worker that goes by Kiki Lover as part of my series on Legal Sex Work in America. This is episode 4 in that series. You can watch all episodes that have been released to date at ColeMemo.com/Sex. Full show notes available here: https://thecolememo.com/2023/12/08/episode-26-the-legal-sex-industry-legal-prostitution-in-nevada-episode-4-kiki-lover/

In this episode, I speak with to courtesan and a burlesque performer, Mae December as part of my series on Legal Sex Work in America. This is episode 3 in that series. Mae and I engaged in a detailed conversation about the various aspects of Nevada's legal sex industry. We thoroughly examined both the positive and negative elements currently present. Our discussion particularly focused on potentia...

In this episode, I sit down with Torrey Lisa as part of our Patreon Exclusive Series on Legal Sex Work in America. Torrey is a licensed sex worker. She does online sex work, including modeling and pornography. She also works full time at a licensed brothel in Nevada. In this episode, we talk about the legal sex industry in Nevada. Watch video version and read full show notes here: https://thecolem...

In this episode, I announce why I will be talking about legal sex work with licensed sex workers (legal prostitutes) in the state of Nevada. I also share a brief history lesson on the legal sex industry in Nevada. Stay tuned for Episode 2, featuring our first conversation with a legal sex worker. Watch video version or read show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2023/12/02/episode-24-the-legal-s...

In this episode, I sit down with KushNoKetchup to speak about content creation, mental health, crazy happenings in the world, UFOs (aka UAPs), and the (potential) abduction of Malaysian Airlines 370 (MH370). You can support KushNoKetchup at cash.me/$kushnoketchup. Read full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2023/12/01/episode-23-kushnoketchup/

In this episode, I speak with Joe Hughes. Joe is licensed by the state of Illinois to farm and deal deer. Read full show notes here: http://thecolememo.com/2023/11/28/episode-22-joe-hughes-deer-dealer/

In this episode, I sit down with Kurt Kaufmann from SeedTalent.com. We talk about all that SeedTalent has to offer and so much more. Read full show notes here: http://thecolememo.com/2023/11/22/episode-21-kurt-kaufmann-seedtalent-com/

Mike Lucia owns a hemp business. He sells beverages with 10mg of THC & 25mg of THC at a local liquor store near you. You don't even need to go to a dispensary to purchase his products! Read full show notes here: http://thecolememo.com/2023/11/22/episode-20-mike-lucia-kindcannaco/

In this episode, I speak to a drug-war veteran, my friend: "Buds". During this episode, we speak about Hash Wednesday. Read full show notes here: http://thecolememo.com/2023/11/22/episode-19-buds-hash-wednesday-illinois-cannabis-history/

In this episode, I speak with Shaleen Title about two papers that the Parabola Center just released. We also discuss the topic of Hash Wednesday. Read full show notes here: http://thecolememo.com/2023/11/22/episode-17-shaleen-title-parabolacenter-com-new-papers-hash-wednesday/

In this episode, I speak with Adam Terry from DrinkCantrip.com. Full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2023/11/10/episode-17-adam-terry-cantrip/

In this episode, I speak with Joshua Hernandez from househemp.shop. Full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2023/11/10/episode-16-joshua-hernandez-househemp/

In this episode, I speak with Caleb Teske and my friend Phil. Full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2023/11/10/episode-15-caleb-teske/

In this episode, I share exclusive information that I obtained via a FOIA request that I submitted to the state of Illinois. Read full show notes here: http://thecolememo.com/2023/11/10/episode-14-exclusive-fines-issued-against-cultivators-and-dispensaries-in-illinois/

Tommy Chong returns in this episode of The Cole Memo. Read show notes here: http://thecolememo.com/2023/11/04/episode-13-tommy-chong/

This is the third episode in a series of episodes that I will be doing on Hash Wednesday. In this episode, I speak with Joshua Sloan. During the episode, he shares his firsthand experience of participating in an Illinois cannabis tradition known as Hash Wednesday. From what I've been able to tell, Hash Wednesday started sometime in the 70s. Read show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2023/11/03/...

This is the second episode in a series of episodes that I will be doing on Hash Wednesday. In this episode, I speak with Tony Schor. During the episode, he shares his firsthand experience of participating in an Illinois cannabis tradition known as Hash Wednesday. From what I've been able to tell, Hash Wednesday started sometime in the 70s. Read show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2023/11/03/e...

In this episode, I temporarily shift our focus away from drug policy to have a candid conversation with Brady, a dedicated maintenance professional, about the extraordinary experiences he encounters in his line of work. Throughout the episode, we casually enjoy some joints as Brady regales us with a series of remarkable anecdotes from his job. These tales include incidents like a group of adventur...

Tune in to this episode to hear Phil and I talk about an upcoming series that we're about to continue from the days of Chillinois. Read full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2023/10/30/episode-9-more-illinois-cannabis-history-coming-soon/

This is the first episode in a series of episodes on Hash Wednesday, brought to you by The Cole Memo. In this episode, I speak with Danielle Scumacher. During the episode, she shares her firsthand experience participating in an Illinois cannabis tradition known as Hash Wednesday. Read full show notes here: http://thecolememo.com/2023/10/26/episode-8-danielle-schumacher-hash-wednesday-illinois-cann...

In this episode, I am joined by Maddie and Nathan Scanlon. Recently, the Joint Committee on Administrative Rules (JCAR) published proposed rules in the Illinois register. During the episode, Nathan and Maddie break down potential impact that these rules will have for on-premise consumption in Illinois. We also discuss how these proposed regulations also hold the potential to significantly reshape...

In this episode, I speak to Todd Harris about delta-8 and hemp-derived cannabinoids. Read show notes at ColeMemo.com