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Vote Pro Pot-Cast: Marijuana Politics & Policy

240 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 46 ratings

Join hosts Andrew, Jay, and Phil for a fun-but-serious look at the issues and people driving cannabis legislation, business trends, political advocacy, cultural impact, and more.

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E40 Canna-Investing with Codie Sanchez, Andrew’s Excellent 4/20 Adventure, and More

April 30, 2019 04:01 - 59 minutes - 54.2 MB

News, trends, and insights on cannabis, including The latest cannabis jobs report Viagra co-creator developing cannabis-based sexual enhancer for women The special interests working to keep cannabis illegal Andrew’s 4/20 excursion to National Cannabis Policy Conference A conversation with cannabis investment analyst, Codie Sanchez (Starts at 23:40) And much more Leaving us a 5-Star rating on Apple Podcast / iTunes helps Vote Pro Pot-CAST move up in the search engines, increasing ...

E39 The Origins of ‘420,’ Investing in Cannabis Funds, Weed and Your Workout, and More

April 23, 2019 04:01 - 51 minutes - 47.4 MB

A lively discussion about cannabis trends and news of the day, including The true story about where the term ‘420’ comes from Investment opportunities in cannabis ETFs Jimmy Buffett getting into the cannabis industry Top 10 studies on the effects of marijuana Adding weed to your workout and much more Leaving us a 5-Star rating on Apple Podcast / iTunes helps Vote Pro Pot-CAST move up in the search engines, increasing our ability to spread our reform advocacy message. Your support...

E38 Talk With Canna-Doctor Who Makes House Calls, AG Barr Prefers Hands-Off Approach, and More.

April 16, 2019 04:01 - 53 minutes - 49.2 MB

Practical information and news updates from the world of cannabis, including Jay talks with medical marijuana M.D., Rick Weyback AG William Barr prefers to leave states to decide legalization Is industrial hemp really what it’s cracked up to be? New numbers are in regarding cannabis use And much more Leaving us a 5-Star rating on Apple Podcast / iTunes helps Vote Pro Pot-CAST move up in the search engines, increasing our ability to spread our reform advocacy message. Your support i...

E37 Cannabis and the 10th Amendment, Spanish Stink-Weed, Infused Oreo Recipe, and More

April 09, 2019 04:01 - 45 minutes - 41.7 MB

Practical information and news updates from the world of cannabis, including GOP lawmaker builds pro-pot legislation on 10th Amendment A link between regular cannabis use and lower BMI Crappy weed sold on the streets of Madrid Olivia Newton-John endorses MMJ Charlie Sheen markets line of vape cartridges Drew’s recipe for infused Oreo cookies and more Leaving us a 5-Star rating on Apple Podcast / iTunes helps Vote Pro Pot-CAST move up in the search engines, increasing our abilit...

E36 The 10 Richest Cannabis Millionaires, Tom Brokaw endorses MMJ, Edible Overdose , and More

April 02, 2019 04:01 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MB

Practical information and news updates from the world of cannabis, including The 10 richest cannabis millionaires Tom Brokaw endorses medical marijuana How to handle an edible overdose Buyer beware: CBD ripoffs on Amazon Senior citizens turning to cannabis in huge numbers and more Leaving us a 5-Star rating on Apple Podcast / iTunes helps Vote Pro Pot-CAST move up in the search engines, increasing our ability to spread our reform advocacy message. Your support is appreciated. V...

E35 Activists Fight Local Ban in Legal Michigan; Cannabis Enhances Female Orgasm, and More

March 26, 2019 04:01 - 44 minutes - 41 MB

Practical information and news updates from the world of cannabis, including VPP Caller: Local Michigan activist fights municipal ban despite state legalization Cannabis may enhance female orgasm DEA needs help distinguishing marijuana from hemp DC loosens cannabis funding rules and more Leaving us a 5-Star rating on Apple Podcast / iTunes helps Vote Pro Pot-CAST move up in the search engines, increasing our ability to spread our reform advocacy message. Your support is appreciated...

E34 Insights from Canna-Physician David Bearman, Pot Brownie Hack, and More

March 19, 2019 04:01 - 51 minutes - 47.1 MB

News updates and other canna-info you can use, including Conversation with renowned MMJ expert, David Bearman, M.D. How to make the perfect infused brownies at home State-by-state legislative roundup Baking with cannabis flour and oil and more Leaving us a 5-Star rating on Apple Podcast / iTunes helps Vote Pro Pot-CAST move up in the search engines, increasing our ability to spread our reform advocacy message. Your support is appreciated. Vote Pro Pot-Cast has a call-in message l...

E33 Marijuana & Guns lawsuit, THC Beer available in Colorado, and more

March 12, 2019 04:01 - 38 minutes - 35.1 MB

News you can use from the world of cannabis, including Kentucky MMJ bill up for vote New Mexico House votes to legalize cannabis WHO recommends international de-scheduling Cops use Facebook to bust black market sales MMJ doctor sues Trump administration over guns THC beer on the shelves in Colorado and more Leaving us a 5-Star rating on Apple Podcast / iTunes helps Vote Pro Pot-CAST move up in the search engines, increasing our ability to spread our reform advocacy message. You...

E32 Genetically Engineered THC, NHL Team Sues Snoop Dogg, $42/oz Tax in NJ, and more

March 05, 2019 05:01 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MB

News you can use from the world of cannabis, including Big cannabis lobbying against growing at home Marijuana's impact on the 2020 election Toronto Maple Leafs suing Snoop Dogg Leafly offers cannabis horoscopes NJ to impose $42 per ounce tax on weed Scientists create THC & CBD without plants and more  Leaving us a 5-Star rating on iTunes helps Vote Pro Pot-CAST move up in the search engines, increasing our ability to spread our reform advocacy message. Your support is apprecia...

E31 Conversation with Cannabis Marketer Celeste Miranda, State by State News Round-Up, and more

February 26, 2019 05:01 - 51 minutes - 47.1 MB

News you can use from the world of cannabis, including A state-by-state round-up of legislative initiatives Blonde stoner discovered in a 2,700-year-old-tomb Cannabis thought leader Celeste Miranda discusses CBD marketing and more Vote Pro Pot-Cast has a call-in message line. You can ask a question, make a prediction, suggest a topic, praise/critique the hosts, whatever you want. We'll play your message on the show and respond. Call 240-257-2441.   VoteProPot-Cast needs your help...

E30 Cannabis and Alcohol Prohibition Similarities, Weed Bazooka, and more...

February 19, 2019 05:01 - 39 minutes - 36 MB

A round-up of news from the world of cannabis, including Comparing cannabis and alcohol prohibition Florida may lift ban on medical flower New York City councilman proposes ending TCH employment testing Mexican cartel deploys weed bazooka Using "hempcrete" to build border wall Vote Pro Pot-Cast has a call-in message line. You can ask a question, make a prediction, suggest a topic, praise/critique the hosts, whatever you want. We'll play your message on the show and respond. Call 24...

E29 Progress on Federal and State Cannabis Legal Reform, and more

February 12, 2019 05:01 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MB

A round-up of news from the world of cannabis, including First cannabis legislative hearing for 2019 scheduled More politicians now embracing legalization New ballot initiatives in Wyoming and Nebraska A very peculiar drug bust Vote Pro Pot-Cast has a call-in message line. You can ask a question, make a prediction, suggest a topic, praise/critique the hosts, whatever you want. We'll play your message on the show and respond. Call 240-257-2441. VoteProPot-Cast needs your help. Leavi...

E28 Conversation with Canna-Journalist Madison Margolin, News Updates, and more

February 05, 2019 05:01 - 53 minutes - 48.7 MB

Practical, up-to-date information about cannabis in our culture, including Crime rates falling in border states since legalization California rethinking cannabis tax rates World Health Organization calling for rescheduling Guest Madison Margolin discusses legal, cultural, and spiritual aspects of cannabis and much more Vote Pro Pot-Cast has a new call-in message line. You can ask a question, make a prediction, suggest a topic, praise/critique the hosts, whatever you want. We'll pla...

E27 Part 2 of Our Interview with Keith Stroup of NORML, and more

January 29, 2019 05:01 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MB

Lively, fact-based discussions about the many aspects of cannabis in our culture, including Moving from "entourage" to "ensemble" Drug testing skate-boarders in advance of 2020 Olympics CBS bans medical cannabis ad from Super Bowl Keith Stroup clarifies questions regarding Farm Bill, States Act, and other issues and much more Call our MESSAGE LINE, leave us a comment, suggestion, criticism, idea for a topic, or just spill your guts and we’ll put you on the show! *** 240-257-2441 **...

E26 Conversation with NORML Founder Keith Stroup, and more

January 22, 2019 15:56 - 43 minutes - 40.3 MB

Lively, fact-based discussions about the many aspects of cannabis in our culture, including Part 1 of Jay’s interview with Keith Stroup of NORML How mom-and-pop growers can compete with the big boys Ancillary businesses that support the legal cannabis industry William Barr's hands-off federal approach and much more Call our MESSAGE LINE, leave us a comment, suggestion, criticism, idea for a topic, or just spill your guts and we’ll put you on the show! *** 240-257-2441 *** Leaving...

E25 FDA Gives Win to Big Pharma, Oregon Awash in Weed, and more

January 15, 2019 16:29 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MB

Updates and insights from the world of cannabis, including FDA claims CBD monopoly for Big Pharma Oregonians producing far more weed than they can use Ohio finally on the cusp of medical implementation Exclusive interview with Jacob Levine, author of Cannabis Discourse  Call our MESSAGE LINE, leave us a comment, suggestion, criticism, idea for a topic, or just spill your guts and we’ll put you on the show!  *** 240-257-2441 *** Leaving Vote Pro Pot-Cast a 5-Star rating on iTunes, ...

E24 The Best of 2018, Our Person of the Year

January 08, 2019 05:01 - 38 minutes - 52.6 MB

Andrew, Jay, and Phil bring you memorable moments from the year that was. Plus we announce Vote Pro Pot's 2018 Person of the Year.   Vote Pro Pot-Cast has a new call-in message line. You can ask a question, make a prediction, suggest a topic, praise/critique the hosts, whatever you want. We may just play your message on the show and respond. Call (240) 257-2441.   VoteProPot-Cast needs your help. Leaving us a 5-Star rating on iTunes, helps VoteProPot-CAST move up in Podcast search en...

E23 Challenges Facing Canna-preneures, Unpacking the Farm Bill, Wine Industry's Blueprint for Weed, and more

December 31, 2018 00:47 - 46 minutes - 64.1 MB

Ringing in the New Year with exclusive canna-content, including A conversation with CannaRev Solutions co-founder, Chris Nani, on the challenges of doing business in the cannabis industry A deeper dive into the ramifications of the 2018 Farm Bill The similarities between the wine industry and the fledgling weed industry and more Vote Pro Pot-Cast has a new call-in message line. You can ask a question, make a prediction, suggest a topic, praise/critique the hosts, whatever you want. W...

E22 End-Of-Year Episode, Predictions for 2019, and Lots More

December 23, 2018 23:46 - 40 minutes - 55.7 MB

Keeping you current on cannabis news, including Follow-up on story about NY Gov. Cuomo's recent 180 Brain study linking cannabis use to brain aging Pro-cannabis amendment included on criminal reform bill Actor Jim Belushi starting his own grow operation Martha Steward getting high just breathing around Snoop Phil, Andrew, and Jay’s predictions for 2019 and more VoteProPot-Cast needs your help. Leaving us a comment and/or a 5-Star rating on iTunes, helps VoteProPot-CAST move up...

E21 MD Medical Sales Explode, Spanish Altar Boys Pull a Prank, and more.

December 18, 2018 05:01 - 39 minutes - 54.5 MB

News and follow-ups from the world of cannabis, including Follow-ups on recent stories out of Utah, Colorado, and DC Maryland medical marijuana sales blowing away projections New York’s governor readying a plan to legalize adult use Two altar boys from Spain pull a prank during mass Marlboro sinking $1.8 billion in Cronos Group and much more Vote Pro Pot-Cast needs your help. Leaving us a comment and/or a 5-Star rating on iTunes, helps Vote Pro Pot-Cast move up in Podcast search...

E20 Utah Voters Get Screwed, Farm Bill to Legalize Hemp and more.

December 11, 2018 05:01 - 41 minutes - 57.3 MB

The latest news from the world of cannabis, including 2018 farm bill to legalize hemp Utah voters see their initiative get revamped Cannabis medical topical treatments Colorado clearing past marijuana convictions Woody Harrelson marketing line of MMJ products and much more Vote Pro Pot-Cast needs your help. Leaving us a comment and/or a 5-Star rating on iTunes, helps Vote Pro Pot-Cast move up in Podcast search engines, increasing our ability to spread the reform advocacy message...

E19 Women and Weed, Canadians Strike Deal with Czechs and more.

December 04, 2018 05:01 - 39 minutes - 53.9 MB

The latest news from the world of cannabis, including Vote Pro Pot-Cast's new Top-10 ranking Incoming congressmen who back marijuana reform A Canadian deal to send medical cannabis to the Czech Republic Colorado’s $2.7 million set-aside to study medical cannabis  Surprising survey results regarding women and weed Washington State giving the finger to Washington, DC and much more Vote Pro Pot-Cast needs your help. Leaving us a comment and/or a 5-Star rating on iTunes, helps Vot...

E18 Micro-Dosing, Canadian Weed Shortage, Joe Kennedy, Hell's Angels and more

November 27, 2018 05:01 - 42 minutes - 59 MB

The latest news from the world of cannabis, including Cannabis is America’s next wellness obsession Micro-dosing and the surprising popularity of low THC products Canada marijuana shortage update Joe Kennedy flips on legalization Hell’s Angels sue over loss of income due to legalization And much more Link to Article, “60 Reasons To Legalize Marijuana: VoteProPot-Cast needs your help. Leaving us a comment and/or a 5-Star rating on iTunes, helps VoteProPot-CAST move up in Podcas...

E17 Holiday Talking Points, Senate Committee Shakeup, Stink-Weed Lawsuit Update, and more.

November 19, 2018 16:04 - 34 minutes - 47.8 MB

The latest news from the world of cannabis, including Some great pro-cannabis talking points for holiday get-togethers Senate committee shakeup bodes well for legalization An update on the “Stink-Weed” lawsuit invoking RICO laws And much more Link to Article, “60 Reasons To Legalize Marijuana: VoteProPot-Cast needs your help. Leaving us a comment and/or a 5-Star rating on iTunes, helps VoteProPot-CAST move up in Podcast search engines, increasing our ability to spread the reform a...

E16 Blueprint for Legalization, 420 Friendly Destinations, Sex-Weed, and more  

November 13, 2018 19:41 - 47 minutes - 65.1 MB

The latest news from the world of cannabis, including Best 420 friendly vacation destinations Celebrity cannabis news Congressman’s blueprint for federal legalization Strain of marijuana designed to enhance sexual enjoyment And much more… VoteProPot-Cast needs your help. Leaving us a comment and/or a 5-Star rating on iTunes, helps VoteProPot-CAST move up in Podcast search engines, increasing our ability to spread the reform advocacy message.  LINKS: NORML Marijuana Policy Pr...

E15 Midterm Election Roundup

November 10, 2018 16:14 - 35 minutes - 49.2 MB

Cannabis midterm election news, including AG Sessions fired Cannabis ballot outcomes in Michigan, North Dakota, Utah & Missouri Mexican Supreme Court legalizes marijuana John Boehner pens pro-cannabis Op-Ed in WSJ A non-verbal child with Autism speaks after cannabis oil treatment VoteProPot-Cast needs your help. Leaving us a comment and/or a 5-Star rating on iTunes, helps VoteProPot-CAST move up in Podcast search engines, increasing our ability to spread the reform advocacy messag...

E14 Marijuana May Treat Autism & Brain Cancer, Best Stoner Snacks and more

November 06, 2018 05:01 - 48 minutes - 44.4 MB

The latest news from the world of cannabis, including AG Sessions blocks Federally approved grow licenses  Cannabis to treat autism AND brain cancer Gallop Poll: 66% approve adult use Gummies in Washington state get a reprieve  Best 7-11 stoner snacks VoteProPot-Cast needs your help. Leaving us a comment and/or a 5-Star rating on iTunes, helps VoteProPot-CAST move up in Podcast search engines, increasing our ability to spread the reform advocacy message.  LINKS: NORML Mariju...

E13 Canada Weed Supplies Low, Pot Stocks Tumble, and more

October 30, 2018 12:40 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MB

The latest news from the world of cannabis, including 5 days after legalization, Canada running out of weed The 5 best US Senators on cannabis reform National expungement week set to clear convictions Canadian firm enters NYSE to develop new CBD drugs Cannabis stocks take a tumble Stanford scientists create a startup to explore CBD treatment for inflammatory disease Arizona Attorney General challenges cannabis laws regarding use of concentrates Colorado group seeks law to allo...

E12 Oh Canada!, the “Entourage Effect” a Big November, and more

October 23, 2018 13:03 - 47 minutes - 44 MB

The latest news from the world of cannabis, including Canada legalizes adult use of marijuana A big November looming for cannabis initiatives Drug trafficking hits a 10-year low in the U.S. Top 10 ways people consume marijuana Benefits of using whole-plant cannabis  Poll: majority of health pros favor legalization and more VoteProPot-Cast needs your help getting the word out. We’d really appreciate it if you could find a minute to provide a 5-Star rating and/or a review of our p...

E11 Cannabis News: FDA Approves CBD Drug, Bad News for Gummy-Lovers, and More

October 16, 2018 04:01 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MB

In this Episode, we present lively discussions about some rather off-beat news items, including A ban on cannabis gummies in Washington state The health benefits of juicing raw cannabis New government research into marijuana as a treatment for PTSD Federal judge enforces non-discrimination of cannabis patients The first cannabis-derived drug to win FDA approval A study on how marijuana affects the sex drive A company seeking cannabis connoisseur to sample strains A back-door a...

E10 Cannabis News: Flying with Weed, Trump's Secret Anti-Marijuana Committee

October 09, 2018 04:01 - 36 minutes - 50.4 MB

In this Episode, we bring you the latest Cannabis News. Here are some of the stories we’ll discuss. How NOT to advocate for change. The Trump administration’s secret Marijuana Policy Coordination Committee. Traveling with weed on commercial airlines. Major biotech firm secures millions of dollars for cannabis research. Rundown of which industries will be most impacted by cannabis legalization. The First Church of Cannabis. VoteProPot-Cast needs your help getting the word out. We’...

E9 State Reform Initiatives, the Pot.Com Bubble, Where to Smoke in Vegas, and More

October 02, 2018 13:20 - 46 minutes - 63.9 MB

In this Episode, we bring you the latest Cannabis News. Here are some of the stories we’ll discuss. Hot legislative initiatives in states like Michigan, Missouri, Utah, Wisconsin, and Texas. News on the federal front in Congress and the DEA. A movement in Seattle to vacate convictions on simple possession. How cannabis legal reform measures vary greatly from state to state. A financial report on the growing uncertainty around marijuana stocks. How much does it cost to open a dispe...

E8 Cannabis News Roundup

September 17, 2018 04:01 - 45 minutes - 84 MB

Andrew, Jay, and Phil devote the entire episode to catching you up on current cannabis events happening on the national and local levels, including pending congressional action, news from the DEA, the Elon Musk controversy, Jimmy Buffet's Coral Reefer brand, bong water mishaps, and more.   VoteProPot-Cast needs your help getting the word out. We currently have over 10,000 followers on social media. Please go to our PotCast Page and leave a comment and/or send us a message. We’d rea...

E7 Marijuana and Music

September 04, 2018 13:06 - 46 minutes - 64.1 MB

In this episode, we explore the influence of cannabis on modern music in America. The musicians who are making it and the people who listen to it. We address how cannabis has impacted our politics and our culture. In the second half of the show, we interview our longtime friend and touring musician, A.D. Adams for his take on current cannabis culture, on the road and in the studio. And of course, we’ll bring you the latest Cannabis News.   VoteProPot-Cast needs your help getting the word...

E6 All About Edibles

August 21, 2018 04:01 - 41 minutes - 57 MB

Cannabis edibles are all the craze. Edible sales account for the fastest growing segment of the legal cannabis market. In this episode, we discuss the many aspects of cannabis edibles. What’s considered an “edible” How cannabis edibles are prepared Medical edibles. Dosage and product consistency Evolving regulation of cannabis edibles And of course, we’ll bring you the latest Cannabis News. VoteProPot-Cast needs your help getting the word out. We’d really appreciate it if you cou...

E5 Advocacy 101 Marijuana Legal Reform

August 07, 2018 04:01 - 36 minutes - 49.6 MB

In this episode, we’ll provide useful tips on ways you can advocate for cannabis legal reform. We’ll discuss how to find and join local groups and organizations. How to attend hearings, town halls, and demonstrations. And how to meet with and persuade your representatives. We’ll touch on the best formats to use for writing letters to your local legislators or op-eds pages. We’ll also provide our regular installment of The Cannabis News, including a report on the latest natural male enhanceme...

E4 Colorado: The Aftermath of Marijuana Legalization

July 24, 2018 04:01 - 34 minutes - 47.4 MB

In this episode, we discuss the consequences of legalization in Colorado. It's been four and a half years since cannabis was first sold legally in the Centennial State. We'll cover tax revenues, the job market, crime, traffic accidents, teen usage, opioid deaths and more, as we ponder the results of this great experiment.  email us at [email protected] VoteProPot.com facebook.com/votepropot Twitter: @votepropot   INTRO Music: "Slow Burn" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licens...

E3 Why Conservatives Must Back Legalization

July 11, 2018 18:41 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MB

Phil, Andrew, and Jay discuss the many ways in which criminalization of cannabis is a betrayal of fundamental conservative principles and the most grievous example yet of the harm governments do when they interfere with individual rights and free-market capitalism. email us at [email protected] VoteProPot.com facebook.com/votepropot Twitter: @votepropot     INTRO Music: "Slow Burn" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://c...

E2 Medical Marijuana

June 28, 2018 04:30 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MB

This episode is the first of many on the subject of medical marijuana. Jay leads the discussion, beginning with a brief history of cannabis in medicine, followed by a primer on the chemistry, physiology, and properties of THC and CBD, along with examples of promising therapeutic applications of cannabis. email us at [email protected] VoteProPot.com facebook.com/votepropot Twitter: @votepropot   Documentary on Netflix: A Life of Its Own: The Truth About Medical Marijuana   ...

E1 The History of Marijuana Prohibition

June 14, 2018 12:08 - 37 minutes - 68.1 MB

Hosts Jay Britton, Andrew Makrides, and Phil Adams begin with a candid, in-depth discussion about the history and evolution of the criminalization of cannabis in America, followed by a segment called “Reefer Sadness” featuring true stories about the tragic human cost of cannabis law enforcement. The pot-cast wraps up with Cannabis News. This episode covers a report on Gene Simmons of KISS, and one on former GOP House Speaker John Boehner, both recent converts to cannabis legalization, as wel...

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