The Cole Memo - (formerly Chillinois Podcast)
660 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago -The Chillinois Podcast is now known as The Cole Memo. The Cole Memo is your go-to source for informed, open discussion on civil liberties. Each episode tackles pressing issues, such as the decriminalization of drugs, the latest developments in the cannabis industry, and so much more. Hear from a diverse range of guests, including but not limited to: industry insiders, advocates, entertainers, and musicians, as they bring their unique perspectives to the conversation. Tune in to stay informed and engaged on the issues that matter most. Go to TheColeMemo.com to learn more!
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#14 - (Exclusive) Fines issued against cultivators and dispensaries in Illinois
November 22, 2023 23:15 - 1 hour - 59 MBIn 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/
#13 - Tommy Chong
November 22, 2023 20:26 - 56 minutes - 51.7 MBTommy Chong returns in this episode of The Cole Memo. Read show notes here: http://thecolememo.com/2023/11/04/episode-13-tommy-chong/
#12 - Joshua Sloan - Hash Wednesday - Illinois Cannabis History
November 18, 2023 17:45 - 2 hours - 132 MBThis 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/episode-12-joshua-sloan-hash-wednesday-illinois-cannabis-history/
#11 - Tony Schor - Hash Wednesday - Illinois Cannabis History
November 18, 2023 14:39 - 1 hour - 98.9 MBThis 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/episode-11-tony-schor-hash-wednesday-illinois-cannabis-history/
#10 - Brady - Maintenance Man
November 16, 2023 20:08 - 1 hour - 81.4 MBIn 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 adventurous kids playfully tasing each other, an unexpected encounter where a child broke his windshield...
#9 - More Illinois Cannabis History Coming Soon
November 09, 2023 03:23 - 8 minutes - 7.7 MBTune 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/
#8 - Danielle Schumacher - Hash Wednesday - Illinois Cannabis History
November 09, 2023 03:20 - 1 hour - 73.3 MBThis 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-cannabis-history/
#7 - Maddie and Nathan Scanlon - Illinois Cannabis Consumption Association
November 02, 2023 14:29 - 1 hour - 72.3 MBIn 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 other aspects of the cannabis industry landscape in Illinois. Read full show notes here: htt...
#6 - Todd Harris - Plift and Perfectly Dosed
November 02, 2023 14:16 - 1 hour - 63.4 MBIn this episode, I speak to Todd Harris about delta-8 and hemp-derived cannabinoids. Read show notes at ColeMemo.com
#5 - Masha Ty - ACS Laboratory
November 02, 2023 14:08 - 1 hour - 55.5 MBIn 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://thecolememo.com/2023/10/24/episode-5-masha-ty-acs-laboratory/
#4 - Jordan Davidson - Smart Approaches to Marijuana
November 02, 2023 02:24 - 2 hours - 133 MBIn 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/
#3 - Debate on Delta-8 (and hemp-derived cannabinoids)
October 23, 2023 23:55 - 2 hours - 135 MBIn 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/
#2 - Mike Fourcher - GettingWarmer.Co
October 20, 2023 00:18 - 50 minutes - 46.1 MBIn 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/
#1 - Introducing: The Cole Memo - Speech and Chong
October 20, 2023 00:14 - 57 minutes - 52.8 MBIn 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/
#349 - End of the Chillinois Podcast. Beginning of something new.
October 08, 2023 15:08 - 10 minutes - 9.73 MBThe 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
#348 - Brian Box Brown - Chillinois Podcast
October 03, 2023 03:03 - 1 hour - 64.2 MBIn 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/
#344 - Bradley J. Spirrison - Chillinois Podcast
October 02, 2023 15:21 - 1 hour - 72.4 MBIn 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
#338 - Grand Opening of Parkway Dispensary and Molly's Joint - Chillinois Podcast
October 01, 2023 00:10 - 57 minutes - 52.8 MBIn 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
#340 - J.B. Pritzker's entire speech at Benzinga 2023 - Chillinois Podcast
September 29, 2023 17:27 - 14 minutes - 13.1 MBFor 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
#339 - Synthetic Cannabis in Illinois dispensaries? Yes. It is allowed and I’ve tried it.
September 28, 2023 20:34 - 1 hour - 75.8 MBIn 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
#332 - Prairie State Hemp - Chillinois Podcast
September 25, 2023 00:53 - 4 minutes - 4.35 MBThis 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 have my audio equipment with me. I apologize for the resulting audio quality! You can watch the vid...
#337 - Craft cannabis confusion in Illinois - Chillinois Podcast
September 24, 2023 23:34 - 22 minutes - 21 MBIn 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
#335 - Presentation by David Lakeman - Chillinois Podcast
September 24, 2023 20:51 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MBIn 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
#336 - Growers Cup - Chillinois Podcast
September 21, 2023 01:31 - 50 minutes - 45.6 MBIn 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
#326 - Joseph Friedman
September 15, 2023 15:18 - 1 hour - 76.5 MBIn 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/
#326 - Joseph Friedman - Chillinois Podcast
September 15, 2023 15:18 - 1 hour - 76.5 MBIn 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/
#323 - Kelly Judge Goldberg - Chillinois Podcast
September 13, 2023 16:01 - 2 hours - 135 MBIn 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/
#323 - Kelly Judge Goldberg
September 13, 2023 16:01 - 2 hours - 135 MBIn 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/
#331 - What you might expect from the Illinois switch from BioTrack to Metrc
September 10, 2023 03:14 - 1 hour - 67.9 MBIn 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
#331 - What you might expect from the Illinois switch from BioTrack to Metrc - Chillinois Podcast
September 10, 2023 03:14 - 1 hour - 67.9 MBIn 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
#330 - Stephen Eigenmann - CannaConnectMN
September 06, 2023 20:38 - 1 hour - 104 MBIn 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
#330 - Stephen Eigenmann - CannaConnectMN - Chillinois Podcast
September 06, 2023 20:38 - 1 hour - 104 MBIn 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
#328 - DJ, Ali, and Josh from Riverbluff Collective - Chillinois Podcast
September 02, 2023 16:16 - 1 hour - 61 MBIn 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
#328 - DJ, Ali, and Josh from Riverbluff Collective
September 02, 2023 16:16 - 1 hour - 61 MBIn 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
#325 - Charles Wu - Chillinois Podcast
August 31, 2023 23:17 - 1 hour - 100 MBIn this episode, I sit down with Charles Wu at Chitiva. Watch the video version of this episode here: https://youtu.be/ike9m4gFjs0
#325 - Charles Wu
August 31, 2023 23:17 - 1 hour - 100 MBIn this episode, I sit down with Charles Wu at Chitiva. Watch the video version of this episode here: https://youtu.be/ike9m4gFjs0
#327 - President Biden's HHS calls for rescheduling cannabis at a federal level
August 30, 2023 18:39 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MBIn 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/
#327 - President Biden's HHS calls for rescheduling cannabis at a federal level - Chillinois Podcast
August 30, 2023 18:39 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MBIn 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/
#317 - Phil Cooper and Mindy Moore - High Minded Events - Chillinois Podcast
August 25, 2023 22:00 - 1 hour - 99 MBIn 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
#317 - Phil Cooper and Mindy Moore - High Minded Events - Cannabis Consumption Events in Illinois
August 25, 2023 22:00 - 1 hour - 99 MBIn 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
#316 - Jonathan Ruddick - Cannabis Consumption Lounges in Illinois - Chillinois Podcast
August 24, 2023 18:15 - 50 minutes - 46.1 MBIn 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
#316 - Jonathan Ruddick - Cannabis Consumption Lounges in Illinois
August 24, 2023 18:15 - 50 minutes - 46.1 MBIn 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
#315 - Holly Roeder - Cannabis Consumption Lounges in Illinois
August 12, 2023 00:34 - 40 minutes - 37 MBIn 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
#315 - Holly Roeder - Cannabis Consumption Lounges in Illinois - Chillinois Podcast
August 12, 2023 00:34 - 40 minutes - 37 MBIn 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
#307 - Miggy wins a cannabis license in Illinois
August 09, 2023 23:39 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MBIn this episode, I speak to Miggy, from Cannabis Legalization News, about the cannabis license that he won in Illinois. Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/h0bcyiFw5ys
#318 - Scott Weiner - Okay Cannabis
August 09, 2023 22:46 - 1 hour - 75.4 MBIn this episode, I speak to Scott Weiner. Scott is a co-owner of Okay Cannabis dispensaries. He is also in the restaurant industry. In this episode, we discuss the complications that cannabis operators face. Watch the video version of this episode here: https://youtu.be/4pIwbo7rCmQ
#318 - Scott Weiner - Okay Cannabis - Chillinois Podcast
August 09, 2023 22:46 - 1 hour - 75.4 MBIn this episode, I speak to Scott Weiner. Scott is a co-owner of Okay Cannabis dispensaries. He is also in the restaurant industry. In this episode, we discuss the complications that cannabis operators face. Watch the video version of this episode here: https://youtu.be/4pIwbo7rCmQ
#321 - Daniel Silver
August 09, 2023 12:59 - 2 hours - 130 MBIn this episode, I speak with Daniel Silver. In conjunction with the Cannabis Science Center at Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, Professor Silver teaches Cannabis Law, PARL420. Professor Silver's teaching involves a comprehensive dissection of the legal landscape and how it applies to growers, processors, dispensaries, and consumers. Watch the video version of this episode here: https://youtu.be/W-8sQgpxUJg
#321 - Daniel Silver - Chillinois Podcast
August 09, 2023 12:59 - 2 hours - 130 MBIn this episode, I speak with Daniel Silver. In conjunction with the Cannabis Science Center at Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, Professor Silver teaches Cannabis Law, PARL420. Professor Silver's teaching involves a comprehensive dissection of the legal landscape and how it applies to growers, processors, dispensaries, and consumers. Watch the video version of this episode here: https://youtu.be/W-8sQgpxUJg
#319 - Kulmeet S. "Bob" Galhotra Esq.
August 09, 2023 12:44 - 14 minutes - 13 MBIn this episode, I speak to Kulmeet S. "Bob" Galhotra Esq. about the continued criminalization of cannabis in Illinois. Kulmeet S. "Bob" Galhotra Esq. is the sole proprietor at Galhotra Law where he focuses his practice on criminal defense and civil rights law. His extensive knowledge of the judicial system is attributed to his nearly three decades of service as an assistant public defender in Cook County, representing the indigent-accused in criminal courts. He serves as member of the ISBA C...