The Cole Memo

In this episode, I am joined by Masha Ty. Masha works with ACS Laboratory, a drug-testing lab that is registered with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA). During the episode, we talk about the services that are offered at ACS Laboratory including cannabis/hemp testing, testing on psychedelics like psilocybin, kratom, and more! The full show notes for this episode can be found here: http://thecolemem...

In this episode, I sit down with Jordan Davidson in Washington D.C. Read full show notes here: http://thecolememo.com/2023/10/24/episode-4-jordan-davidson-smart-approaches-to-marijuana/

In this episode, I am joined by several guests for a lively conversation about delta-8 and other hemp-derived cannabinoids. Read show notes here: http://thecolememo.com/2023/10/11/episode-3-debate-on-delta-8-and-hemp-derived-cannabinoids/

In this episode, I sit down with Mike Fourcher. Read the show notes here: http://thecolememo.com/2023/10/11/episode-2-mike-fourcher-gettingwarmer-co/

In episode 1 of the Cole Memo, I briefly introduce you to the show and I share a conversation that I had with Tommy Chong. Read the show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2023/10/11/episode-1-speech-and-chong/

The very last episode of the Chillinois Podcast. Tune in to hear what's next! Watch the video version of this episode here: https://youtu.be/JNbokg-KbD0

In this episode, I speak to Brian Box Brown. During the episode, we discuss his popular comic strip, Legalization Nation. Brian is currently accepting contributions for a Kickstarter campaign to create a hardcover version of Legalization Nation. Use this link to support the campaign and watch the video version of this episode: http://chillinois.net/2023/10/02/348-brian-box-brown/

In this episode, Brad Spirrison and I recap our experiences at Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference for 2023. Watch the video version of this episode here: https://youtu.be/5IVquF688cE

In this episode, I attend the grand opening of a cannabis complex in Illinois. During the episode, we share the ribbon cutting ceremony, we discuss license limitations, the true meaning of legalization, and the end of the Chillinois Podcast. Watch the video version of this episode here: https://youtu.be/88Ru3P50Xvc?si=6GJbvMG9PkCEwdM3

For your viewing pleasure, I captured Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker's entire speech at Benzinga's Cannabis Capital conference. Recorded 9/28/23 in Chicago, IL. Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/UafbIsJgzhM

In this episode of the Chillinois Podcast, I am joined by the Illinois Hemp Growers Association. During the episode we talk about a variance by IDOA that allows licensed cultivators in Illinois to purchase and sell hemp derived cannabinoids in dispensaries. Learn more about IHGA at IllinoisHGA.com. Watch video version of this episode here: https://youtu.be/T698CJQyi5s

This is an impromptu interview with Prairie State Hemp. During the conversation, they highlight that their product offerings closely resemble those found in an Illinois dispensary, but with the added advantage of being more affordable and treated as an agricultural commodity due to its federal legality. This was filmed at the 2023 Southern Illinois Hemp Cannabis Symposium. I regretfully did not ha...

In this episode, I continue a conversation that I started on social media about craft cannabis in Illinois. Can you purchase it at the medical tax rate? The answer is unclear, but seems to be no. In this episode, I share perspectives I've collected about this topic. Watch the video version of this episode here: https://youtu.be/KQhweESrILU

In this episode, I share a presentation that David Lakeman gave at Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, Illinois. David Lakeman is the Cannabis Division Manager at the Illinois Department of Agriculture. Watch the video version of this episode here: https://youtu.be/UsCetvrfEU0

In this episode, I speak with the counterparts at High Focus Media and The Herban Legends about a competition centered around home grown cannabis. Here's to hoping this becomes a common thing in Illinois! Watch the video version of this episode here: https://youtu.be/6j5kp1_XycM

In this episode, I speak to Joseph Friedman. Joseph Friedman, R.Ph. MBA, is founding member and principal at Professional Dispensaries of Illinois, (PDI) Medical LLC. Joseph currently serves on the Medical Cannabis Advisory Board in Illinois, appointed by Governor Pritzker. Watch video version of this episode or read full show notes here: https://chillinois.net/2023/09/15/326-joseph-friedman/

In this episode, I speak with Kelly Judge Goldberg. Kelly was appointed by Governor Pritzker to the State of Illinois’ Adult Use Cannabis Health Advisory Committee in 2019. Watch video version and read full show notes here: http://chillinois.net/2023/09/13/323-kelly-judge-goldberg/

In this episode, I speak to a guest about what the cannabis consumers and cannabis business owners might be able to expect from the switch from Biotrack to Metrc. Watch the video version of the episode here: https://youtu.be/qdkdpEIOpL8

In this episode, I speak to Stephen about how Minnesota embraced and then shunned alternative cannabinoids that are legal (federally) under the farm bill. We also discuss how Minnesota “accidentally” legalized edibles, then we talk about what cannabis legalization looks like in Minnesota. Watch the video version of the episode here: https://youtu.be/bVEjJuRMafY

In this episode, I sit down with DJ, Ali, and Josh from Riverbluff Cannabis and Riverbluff Collective. DJ, Ali, and Josh work together to run cannabis and hemp businesses in the state of Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin. Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/uLKo9wdFw0g

In this episode, I sit down with Charles Wu at Chitiva. Watch the video version of this episode here: https://youtu.be/ike9m4gFjs0

In this episode, I discuss some big news that broke today. Watch video version of this episode or read full notes here: https://chillinois.net/2023/08/30/327-hhs-calls-for-rescheduling-cannabis-at-a-federal-level/

In this episode, I speak to Phil Cooper and Mindy Moore about High Minded Events and the current regulatory structure (or lack-thereof) for consumption events in Illinois. Watch the video version of the episode here: https://youtu.be/2TAWd_94J0c

In this episode, I speak to the owner and operator of Three Mile Hideway in Harrisburg, Illinois. Three Mile Hideaway is a standalone cannabis consumption lounge in the state of Illinois. Watch the video version of this episode here: https://youtu.be/GwO-2R1NK5w

In this episode, I speak to the owner and operator of the Luna Lounge in Sesser, Illinois. The Luna Lounge is a standalone cannabis consumption lounge in the state of Illinois. The Luna Lounge was the first cannabis consumption lounge to open in the state of Illinois; LunaLoungeSesser.com. Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/edQBUspHWfI