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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#252 - Carly Bader - WillowIndustries.com - Chillinois Podcast
February 12, 2023 17:46 - 51 minutes - 46.7 MBIn this episode, I speak to Carly Bader about remediation and kill steps and what differentiates the two processes. Watch video version or read full show notes here: https://chillinois.net/2023/02/12/252-carly-bader-willowindustries-com/
#252 - Carly Bader - WillowIndustries.com
February 12, 2023 17:46 - 51 minutes - 46.7 MBIn this episode, I speak to Carly Bader about remediation and kill steps and what differentiates the two processes. Watch video version or read full show notes here: https://chillinois.net/2023/02/12/252-carly-bader-willowindustries-com/
#251 - Impromptu chat with Justine - Chillinois Podcast
February 12, 2023 17:44 - 18 minutes - 17.2 MBJoin us for an impromptu conversation in a smoke-filled room.
#251 - Impromptu chat with Justine
February 12, 2023 17:44 - 18 minutes - 17.2 MBJoin us for an impromptu conversation in a smoke-filled room.
#250 - Grant Smith Ellis - Chillinois Podcast
February 11, 2023 03:04 - 1 hour - 75.7 MBIn this episode, I am joined by Grant Smith Ellis. We discuss a breaking story in the cannabis industry. You can find more from Grant, and get early access to his on-the-ground reporting via Patreon.com/GrantSmithEllis (including exclusive newly-breaking coverage of a regulatory investigation by Massachusetts officials into industry giant Curaleaf). Read the full show notes here: https://chillinois.net/2023/01/21/250-grant-smith-ellis/
#250 - Grant Smith Ellis
February 11, 2023 03:04 - 1 hour - 75.7 MBIn this episode, I am joined by Grant Smith Ellis. We discuss a breaking story in the cannabis industry. You can find more from Grant, and get early access to his on-the-ground reporting via Patreon.com/GrantSmithEllis (including exclusive newly-breaking coverage of a regulatory investigation by Massachusetts officials into industry giant Curaleaf). Read the full show notes here: https://chillinois.net/2023/01/21/250-grant-smith-ellis/
#249 - Nathan Gates - Illinois Psychedelic Society - Chillinois Podcast
February 05, 2023 20:10 - 1 hour - 79.7 MBIn this episode, Nathan Gates joins us for a discussion on the Cure Act (HB0001) which would effectively deschedule psilocybin in Illinois. The bill also creates a regulatory structure for supported-adult-use. We talk about what this means and more. Read full show notes here: https://chillinois.net/2023/01/21/249-nathan-gates-illinois-psychedelic-society/
#249 - Nathan Gates - Illinois Psychedelic Society
February 05, 2023 20:10 - 1 hour - 79.7 MBIn this episode, Nathan Gates joins us for a discussion on the Cure Act (HB0001) which would effectively deschedule psilocybin in Illinois. The bill also creates a regulatory structure for supported-adult-use. We talk about what this means and more. Read full show notes here: https://chillinois.net/2023/01/21/249-nathan-gates-illinois-psychedelic-society/
#247 - 14 grams of wax in a batch of edibles, psilocybin, and light house work - Chillinois Podcast
January 29, 2023 22:42 - 17 minutes - 16 MBIn this episode, we talk about a killer batch of edibles that we made, psilocybin and cannabis legislation, "light house work", and much more. [This episode was originally released on Patreon.Com/Chillinois on January 10, 2023]
#247 - 14 grams of wax in a batch of edibles, psilocybin, and light house work
January 29, 2023 22:42 - 17 minutes - 16 MBIn this episode, we talk about a killer batch of edibles that we made, psilocybin and cannabis legislation, "light house work", and much more. [This episode was originally released on Patreon.Com/Chillinois on January 10, 2023]
#246 - J Bradley Spirrison - GrownIn.com - Chillinois Podcast
January 29, 2023 21:02 - 1 hour - 97.7 MBIn this episode, Brad Spirrison returns to the Chillinois Podcast. We chat about what's next for GrownIn.com, psilocybin mushrooms, social equity, consumption lounges, homegrow, possession limits, and more. Read show notes here: https://chillinois.net/2023/01/11/246-brad-spirrison-grownin-com/
#246 - J Bradley Spirrison - GrownIn.com
January 29, 2023 21:02 - 1 hour - 97.7 MBIn this episode, Brad Spirrison returns to the Chillinois Podcast. We chat about what's next for GrownIn.com, psilocybin mushrooms, social equity, consumption lounges, homegrow, possession limits, and more. Read show notes here: https://chillinois.net/2023/01/11/246-brad-spirrison-grownin-com/
#245 - Several new cannabis bills and a bill that deschedules psilocybin have been introduced
January 25, 2023 19:51 - 18 minutes - 17 MB[This episode was originally released on Patreon on January 10th, 2023] In this episode, I discuss the latest legislation that has been pre-filed for our next legislative session. Read full show notes (featuring citations) here: https://chillinois.net/2023/01/25/245-new-cannabis-legislation-has-been-filed-for-2023/
#248 - What's wrong with the Medical Cannabis Program in Illinois - Chillinois Podcast
January 21, 2023 17:11 - 2 hours - 144 MBIn this episode, Katie Sullivan and I discuss the issues with the Illinois Medical Cannabis program, including civil rights, firearms access, and affordability for patients. We also explore the role of caregivers and home grow access in the program. Watch the video version of this episode or read the full show notes here: http://chillinois.net/2023/01/21/245-whats-wrong-with-the-medical-cannabis-program-in-illinois/
#248 - What's wrong with the Medical Cannabis Program in Illinois
January 21, 2023 17:11 - 2 hours - 144 MBIn this episode, Katie Sullivan and I discuss the issues with the Illinois Medical Cannabis program, including civil rights, firearms access, and affordability for patients. We also explore the role of caregivers and home grow access in the program. Watch the video version of this episode or read the full show notes here: http://chillinois.net/2023/01/21/245-whats-wrong-with-the-medical-cannabis-program-in-illinois/
#244 - New cannabis legislation has been filed for 2023 - Chillinois Podcast
January 21, 2023 01:14 - 6 minutes - 5.55 MB[This episode was originally released on Patreon on January 6th, 2023] In this episode, I give you an exclusive look at cannabis legislation that has been filed for the next General Assembly in Illinois. Read full show notes here: https://chillinois.net/2023/01/20/244-new-cannabis-legislation-has-been-filed-for-2023/
#244 - New cannabis legislation has been filed for 2023
January 21, 2023 01:14 - 6 minutes - 5.55 MB[This episode was originally released on Patreon on January 6th, 2023] In this episode, I give you an exclusive look at cannabis legislation that has been filed for the next General Assembly in Illinois. Read full show notes here: https://chillinois.net/2023/01/20/244-new-cannabis-legislation-has-been-filed-for-2023/
#243 - New portal for Illinois medical cannabis patients and caregivers - Chillinois Podcast
January 21, 2023 00:27 - 4 minutes - 4.36 MB[This episode was originally released on Patreon on January 5th, 2023] In this episode, I share an update that I received during a meeting with the office of the Cannabis Regulation Oversight Officer and the Illinois Department of Public Health. Michael Morthland from IDPH told me that the state is working on a new portal for medical cannabis patients and caregivers. Read full show notes here:
#243 - New portal for Illinois medical cannabis patients and caregivers
January 21, 2023 00:27 - 4 minutes - 4.36 MB[This episode was originally released on Patreon on January 5th, 2023] In this episode, I share an update that I received during a meeting with the office of the Cannabis Regulation Oversight Officer and the Illinois Department of Public Health. Michael Morthland from IDPH told me that the state is working on a new portal for medical cannabis patients and caregivers. Read full show notes here:
#242 - Illinois temporarily extends curbside pickup, Kentucky "partially" legalizes, & more
January 17, 2023 22:30 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MB[This episode was originally released on Chillinois.net/Patreon on 01/03/2023] In this week's episode, we talk about Illinois' latest move to temporarily extend guidance for curbside pickup for medical cannabis patients, Kentucky's latest move to "partially" legalize cannabis, accepting 2023, my theories on the man flu, and we close the show with a funny story. Read the full show notes, including citations here: https://chillinois.net/2023/01/17/242-illinois-temporarily-extends-curbside-picku...
#241 - Top Cannabis News Stories from 2022 for Illinois cannabis industry
January 15, 2023 15:33 - 1 hour - 87 MBIn this episode, Philip and I recap our top 10 favorite Illinois cannabis news stories from the year of 2022. Click here to watch the video version, read citations, and full show notes: https://chillinois.net/2023/01/01/241-top-cannabis-news-stories-from-2022-for-illinois-cannabis-industry/
#239 - Mike Fourcher - Chillinois Podcast
January 09, 2023 01:02 - 56 minutes - 52 MBIn this episode, Mike Fourcher returns to the Chillinois Podcast. We have a brief chat about the latest nuclear fusion energy breakthrough tests. We talk about Mike's time at GrownIn, why the state of Illinois has limited the issuance of cannabis licenses, and more. Watch this episode or read the show notes at: http://chillinois.net/2022/12/30/239-mike-fourcher/
#239 - Mike Fourcher
January 09, 2023 01:02 - 56 minutes - 52 MBIn this episode, Mike Fourcher returns to the Chillinois Podcast. We have a brief chat about the latest nuclear fusion energy breakthrough tests. We talk about Mike's time at GrownIn, why the state of Illinois has limited the issuance of cannabis licenses, and more. Watch this episode or read the show notes at: http://chillinois.net/2022/12/30/239-mike-fourcher/
#238 - History of Illinois Cannabis - Part 1.5 - Chillinois Podcast
January 08, 2023 02:52 - 2 hours - 148 MBIn this episode, we revisit the history of cannabis in Illinois. I am joined by 2 cannabis advocates: Maryann Loncar and Philip. You can visit Maryann Loncar's website at TheCannabisAdvocate.net. You can watch this episode or view part 1 of this series (episode #232) here: https://chillinois.net/2023/01/07/238-the-history-of-illinois-cannabis-1-5/
#238 - History of Illinois Cannabis - Part 1.5
January 08, 2023 02:52 - 2 hours - 148 MBIn this episode, we revisit the history of cannabis in Illinois. I am joined by 2 cannabis advocates: Maryann Loncar and Philip. You can visit Maryann Loncar's website at TheCannabisAdvocate.net. You can watch this episode or view part 1 of this series (episode #232) here: https://chillinois.net/2023/01/07/238-the-history-of-illinois-cannabis-1-5/
#237 - Behind the Scenes: History of Illinois Cannabis - Chillinois Podcast
January 02, 2023 00:04 - 1 hour - 72.1 MBIn this episode, I have a casual smoke session with a fellow advocate named Philip. We talk episode #232 of the Chillinois Podcast and our future plans. This episode serves as a sort of behind the scenes conversation to show you what goes into our research and analysis for this entire project. To view the first episode that we made, view the links in the show notes: https://chillinois.net/2022/12/18/237-behind-the-scenes-history-of-illinois-cannabis/
#237 - Behind the Scenes: History of Illinois Cannabis
January 02, 2023 00:04 - 1 hour - 72.1 MBIn this episode, I have a casual smoke session with a fellow advocate named Philip. We talk episode #232 of the Chillinois Podcast and our future plans. This episode serves as a sort of behind the scenes conversation to show you what goes into our research and analysis for this entire project. To view the first episode that we made, view the links in the show notes: https://chillinois.net/2022/12/18/237-behind-the-scenes-history-of-illinois-cannabis/
Call to action: Curbside pickup for Illinois Medical Cannabis patients must continue
December 31, 2022 03:51 - 50 minutes - 46.3 MBIn this podcast, I am joined by Felicia Santiago, Edie Moore, Joseph Friedman, and Katie Sullivan, MSN, APRN, FNP-C. Click here to view the full show notes and see citations for stories mentioned during the show: https://chillinois.net/2022/12/30/call-to-action-curbside-pickup-for-illinois-medical-cannabis-patients-must-continue/
#236 - Nicholas Thomas - 420Pipes.com - Chillinois Podcast
December 25, 2022 17:20 - 1 hour - 58.7 MBIn this episode, we sit down with Nicholas Thomas to talk about his small business 420Pipes. You can find the business online at 420Pipes.com. We also talk about Nicholas's experience of growing up as a Jehovah's Witness. Read show notes here: https://chillinois.net/2022/12/11/236-nicholas-thomas-420pipes-com/
#236 - Nicholas Thomas - 420Pipes.com
December 25, 2022 17:20 - 1 hour - 58.7 MBIn this episode, we sit down with Nicholas Thomas to talk about his small business 420Pipes. You can find the business online at 420Pipes.com. We also talk about Nicholas's experience of growing up as a Jehovah's Witness. Read show notes here: https://chillinois.net/2022/12/11/236-nicholas-thomas-420pipes-com/
#235 - Body found in Rise dispensary (Mundelein, Illinois) - Chillinois Podcast
December 22, 2022 03:32 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBRecently, a claim was made online that a body was found in a dispensary that is located in Mundelein, Illinois. After seeing the claim online, I reached out to GTI, the company that owns the Rise cannabis store. Rose Mattio, a person that claimed to "head" the external communications firm for GTI, reached out to me for follow up. They ultimately confirmed that an individual had passed away in their Mundelein, Illinois store. Watch the video version of the show and read the show notes here: ht...
#235 - Body found in Rise dispensary (Mundelein, Illinois)
December 22, 2022 03:32 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBRecently, a claim was made online that a body was found in a dispensary that is located in Mundelein, Illinois. After seeing the claim online, I reached out to GTI, the company that owns the Rise cannabis store. Rose Mattio, a person that claimed to "head" the external communications firm for GTI, reached out to me for follow up. They ultimately confirmed that an individual had passed away in their Mundelein, Illinois store. Watch the video version of the show and read the show notes here: ht...
#234 - Demitri Downing - Marijuana Industry Trade Association - Chillinois Podcast
December 18, 2022 18:27 - 36 minutes - 33.5 MBIn this episode, I speak to Demitri Downing. You watch the video version of this podcast or read the full show notes here: https://chillinois.net/2022/12/07/234-demitri-downing-marijuana-industry-trade-association/
#234 - Demitri Downing - Marijuana Industry Trade Association
December 18, 2022 18:27 - 36 minutes - 33.5 MBIn this episode, I speak to Demitri Downing. You watch the video version of this podcast or read the full show notes here: https://chillinois.net/2022/12/07/234-demitri-downing-marijuana-industry-trade-association/
#233 - Rodney from DeliciouslyDopeTV - Chillinois Podcast
December 11, 2022 06:01 - 1 hour - 73.7 MBIn this episode of the Chillinois Podcast, I sit down with Rodney from DeliciouslyDopeTV. You can check out DeliciouslyDopeTV, connect with Rodney, and more here: http://chillinois.net/2022/11/26/233-rodney-from-deliciouslydopetv/
#233 - Rodney from DeliciouslyDopeTV
December 11, 2022 06:01 - 1 hour - 73.7 MBIn this episode of the Chillinois Podcast, I sit down with Rodney from DeliciouslyDopeTV. You can check out DeliciouslyDopeTV, connect with Rodney, and more here: http://chillinois.net/2022/11/26/233-rodney-from-deliciouslydopetv/
#232 - The History of Illinois Cannabis - Part 1 - Chillinois Podcast
December 04, 2022 06:01 - 3 hours - 175 MBIn this episode, I sit down with Philip to talk about the history of cannabis in Illinois. We talk about the early beginnings of the medical cannabis program and how our adult-use cannabis market was shaped by lobbyists and special interests. You can watch the video version, see the document that we reference, and view the full show notes here: https://chillinois.net/2022/11/20/232-the-history-of-illinois-cannabis-with-philip/
#232 - The History of Illinois Cannabis - Part 1
December 04, 2022 06:01 - 3 hours - 175 MBIn this episode, I sit down with Philip to talk about the history of cannabis in Illinois. We talk about the early beginnings of the medical cannabis program and how our adult-use cannabis market was shaped by lobbyists and special interests. You can watch the video version, see the document that we reference, and view the full show notes here: https://chillinois.net/2022/11/20/232-the-history-of-illinois-cannabis-with-philip/
#232 - The History of Illinois Cannabis
December 04, 2022 06:01 - 3 hours - 175 MBIn this episode, I sit down with Philip to talk about the history of cannabis in Illinois. We talk about the early beginnings of the medical cannabis program and how our adult-use cannabis market was shaped by lobbyists and special interests. You can watch the video version, see the document that we reference, and view the full show notes here: https://chillinois.net/2022/11/20/232-the-history-of-illinois-cannabis-with-philip/
#231 - Vitoria Herring and Anna Rose - Chillinois Podcast
November 27, 2022 06:02 - 1 hour - 75.7 MBIn this episode, I sit down with Anna Rose and Vitoria Herring from TrueSocialEquityInCannabis. In this episode, we talk about what has gone wrong in the Illinois cannabis industry. Watch the video version and read the show notes here: https://chillinois.net/2022/11/20/231-vitoria-herring-and-anna-rose/
#231 - Vitoria Herring and Anna Rose
November 27, 2022 06:02 - 1 hour - 75.7 MBIn this episode, I sit down with Anna Rose and Vitoria Herring from TrueSocialEquityInCannabis. In this episode, we talk about what has gone wrong in the Illinois cannabis industry. Watch the video version and read the show notes here: https://chillinois.net/2022/11/20/231-vitoria-herring-and-anna-rose/
#230 - A conversation about Illinois cannabis - Chillinois Podcast
November 27, 2022 02:54 - 1 hour - 67.7 MBIn this episode, I have a conversation with a fellow advocate named Philip! In this episode, we smoke weed and we have a high-level chat about Illinois cannabis (pun-intended). You can watch the video version here: https://chillinois.net/2022/11/26/230-a-conversation-about-illinois-cannabis/
#230 - A conversation about Illinois cannabis
November 27, 2022 02:54 - 1 hour - 67.7 MBIn this episode, I have a conversation with a fellow advocate named Philip! In this episode, we smoke weed and we have a high-level chat about Illinois cannabis (pun-intended). You can watch the video version here: https://chillinois.net/2022/11/26/230-a-conversation-about-illinois-cannabis/
#229 - Dennis Walker - Mycopreneur Podcast - Chillinois Podcast
November 20, 2022 16:38 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBIn this episode, I sit down with Dennis Walker from the Mycopreneur Podcast. In this episode, Dennis tells us how he started his podcast, how he applies satire to his content, and much more. Read full show notes here: https://chillinois.net/2022/11/13/230-dennis-walker-mycopreneur-podcast/
#229 - Dennis Walker - Mycopreneur Podcast
November 20, 2022 16:38 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBIn this episode, I sit down with Dennis Walker from the Mycopreneur Podcast. In this episode, Dennis tells us how he started his podcast, how he applies satire to his content, and much more. Read full show notes here: https://chillinois.net/2022/11/13/230-dennis-walker-mycopreneur-podcast/
#228 - Patrick from WestTownWeed, WestTownBrews, and Couch Lock'd Podcast
November 13, 2022 21:03 - 54 minutes - 49.9 MBIn this episode, I speak with Pat. Patrick is the creator of WestTownWeed, WestTownBrews, and co-hosts the Couch Lock'd Podcast. Read the full show notes here: http://chillinois.net/2022/11/10/228-westtownweed/
#227 - David Bienenstock - Chillinois Podcast
November 07, 2022 01:53 - 54 minutes - 50 MBIn this episode, I sit down with David Bienenstock. You might recognize David from many of his roles in cannabis media. He is the author of 'How to Smoke Pot Properly' and he is the co-host of Great Moments in Weed History, a cannabis podcast. Read the full show notes here: https://chillinois.net/2022/10/23/227-david-bienenstock/
#227 - David Bienenstock
November 07, 2022 01:53 - 54 minutes - 50 MBIn this episode, I sit down with David Bienenstock. You might recognize David from many of his roles in cannabis media. He is the author of 'How to Smoke Pot Properly' and he is the co-host of Great Moments in Weed History, a cannabis podcast. Read the full show notes here: https://chillinois.net/2022/10/23/227-david-bienenstock/
#226 - Jordan Davidson and Justin Strekal - Chillinois Podcast
October 30, 2022 14:38 - 1 hour - 61.3 MBIn this episode, I sit down with Jordan Davidson and Justin Strekal. Jordan Davidson is the Communications and Legislative Affairs Officer at Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM). Justin Strekal is the founder of the BOWL PAC; you might recognize Justin as the former Political Director for NORML. Watch the video version of this podcast or read full show notes here: http://chillinois.net/2022/10/16/226-jordan-davidson-and-justin-strekal/
#226 - Jordan Davidson and Justin Strekal
October 30, 2022 14:38 - 1 hour - 61.3 MBIn this episode, I sit down with Jordan Davidson and Justin Strekal. Jordan Davidson is the Communications and Legislative Affairs Officer at Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM). Justin Strekal is the founder of the BOWL PAC; you might recognize Justin as the former Political Director for NORML. Watch the video version of this podcast or read full show notes here: http://chillinois.net/2022/10/16/226-jordan-davidson-and-justin-strekal/