The Young Jurks

Interview with Eric and Scott hosts of Super Lemon Haze Podcast on why they took down their interview with Rev Clinics Dispensary Chief Marketing Officer, Tom Schneider. We also take a call from Chauncy Spencer reporting live from the Black Lives Matter protest in downtown Boston.  https://twitter.com/HazePodcast 

Stem Haverhill recreational woman owned dispensary opens and we are there interviewing supporters including Rep Andy Vargas, Cannabis Control Commissioner Shaleen Title, Haverhill City Council President Melinda Barrett, State Senator Diana DiZoglio and more

Mike Crawford guests on "Ignorance Is No Excuse Potcast" with host, Edward "Lefty Grimes" discussing NETA cannabis dispensary worker safety issues in Massachusetts.  https://www.facebook.com/lefty.grimes/videos/3359591350739614/

Yes the legal marijuana business in Massachusetts is rigged but we're changing that. Mike Crawford & Grant Smith discussing NETA's latest ridiculousness, our war against big cannabis, how a patients group lobbied against veteran access, and much more! 

Interview with UFCW Massachusetts cannabis workers speaking on the working conditions and layoffs at NETA, New England Treatment Access dispensaries, which are owned by multi-state operator, Parallel.

If you interviewed Rev Clinics CEO what questions would you ask? Discussing the Pro Cannabis Network interview with Rev Clinics CEO Keith Cooper as well as dropping some info about that operation and recapping our recent drop on NETA.  Massachusetts big cannabis exposed. 

NETA risks employees health & safety, Mass CCC & Boston media don't seem to care https://digboston.com/dispensary-workers-note-unsafe-conditions-during-pandemic-and-always/

COVID19 forum with MA State Rep Candidates, Michelle Mullet & Stephanie Everett

Branch Covidians invade Swampscott, Massachusetts, we are there recording some lunatic Trump supporters and pissing off the corporate local press. Also discussing NETA and Revolutionary Clinics. 

An interview with four NETA, New England Treatment Access cannabis dispensary employees who blow the whistle on employee health & safety issues, mold, toxic heavy metals, COVID19 and more....They also break the news that they've spoken to a Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission investigator about the COVID19 breakout at NETA. Music: The Foundation Movement ft Dead Prez “Plantation”

Grant Smith interviews Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commissioner Shaleen Title & MA State Rep Chynah Tyler.  If you would like to support our content, subscribe at http://midnightmass.substack.com

Massachusetts cannabis news roundup, how do we stop bad actors & ensure patients get affordable medicine? Discussing the Cannabis Control Commission, NETA employee safety allegations, and how to help under-served patients who can't afford to purchase their medicine never mind the expense of paying out of pocket (insurance not accepted) for a medical cannabis doctor recommendation. 

Interview with Boston City Councilor Julia Mejia on how racial disparities impact low income communities during a COVID-19 pandemic.  We also discuss how Boston is providing housing for the homeless, licensing for cannabis shops and much more..

NETA dispensary is a COVID-19 vector? Discussing new Boston Globe COVID-19 story on NETA and our two year old expose on the same dispensary's powdery mildew issues with ex-NETA employee, Anne Hassel. 

Interview with John Nathan of Bay State Hemp Company on the benefits of exploring cannabinoids like CBN. Nathan also tells his story of overcoming an addiction to heroin and his overdose in a Quizno’s bathroom. We also discuss Massachusetts prohibitionist Governor Charlie Baker and the importance of harm reduction in tobacco and cannabis policies.  

Grant Smith interviews veteran Stephen Mandile on the campaign to re-open rec shops in the Commonwealth. Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker in response to COVID-19, has closed recreational cannabis shops until June, calling them non-essential. Mandile has evidence and data to indicate that for many veterans in Massachusetts, recreational shops are essential. Mandile also discusses a bill that he...

MA State Rep Nika Elugardo interview on how she aims to help tenants facing housing evictions during COVID-19 lockdown, we also discuss why the governor needs to name cannabis as essential and much more.

Cambridge City Councilor Quinton Zondervan on COVID-19 discussing homeless policy, affordable housing, cannabis as an essential service,  Governors Charlie Baker and Andrew Cuomo, and much more. 

COVID-19 cannabis shortages, grow your own. Our round table with local Massachusetts cannabis applicants and growers, Ed DeSousa, Sean Berte, Averyl Andrade, Chauncy Spencer,  and Mike Brais giving advice on how to start growing your own legal cannabis.   Support us:  VENMO- MikeCrawfordTYJ  Cash App $MikeCrawford1 MidnightMass. Substack.com

COVID-19 changes everything, we announce changes on The Young Jurks live show and how our supporters can help. Also discuss 3D printed medical masks for our front line medical workers, DigBoston, MidnightMass.substack.com, and take a call from an American who was trapped in Spain and now at home under quarantine. Send us money at venmo: mikecrawfordTYJ cash app: $MikeCrawford1

Coronavirus ground zero in Massachusetts why shutting down needs to happen ASAP and how the Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission can help medical cannabis patients dealing with the coronavirus. Join our group. https://www.facebook.com/groups/279832362758938/?ref=share

We discuss a zoning proposal to allow 100% affordable housing projects in Cambridge with A Better Cambridge co-Chair Becca Schofield. We also take calls on the passing of our friend, Kyle Corrao AKA Elmo, and how the coronavirus is effecting our plans. 

Remembering Kyle “Elmo” and his phone call to John Hugo of the Straight Pride Parade on The Young Jurks live show.

With guests, Sean Berte & Armani White-cannabis applicants in the city of Boston, discussing the NCIA Illicit Market Forum that excluded local press, Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commissioner Britte McBride, Boston cannabis licensing and WAAF's sudden closure. 

WAAF signs off, Carmelita picks her last local song on the air, Mighty Mighty BossTones “Where’d you go”