Think hemp products are harmless just because they’re legal? Think again.
In this episode of the How It Really Works series of the Independent Voter Podcast, guest host Tony Manolatos sits down with journalist Chris Casacchia to expose the hidden dangers of synthetic hemp flooding stores across America.

Casacchia, an award-winning reporter covering the industry, explains how candy-like packaging, legal loopholes, and zero regulation are creating a public health crisis that’s sending kids to the ER. From the 2018 Farm Bill’s unintended consequences to the economic fallout for legitimate businesses, this conversation lifts the veil on a booming gray market few people even know exists.
This episode is a must-listen for parents, policymakers, and anyone concerned about the next wave of America’s health crises — because what you don’t know can hurt you.

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Some key moments of this episode:

00:00:00 - Welcome to How It Really Works
00:02:11 - Meet Chris Casacchia
00:04:17 - What Is Synthetic Hemp?
00:08:16 - The 2018 Farm Bill Loophole
00:12:14 - Hidden Dangers and No Regulations
00:17:35 - Kids, ER Visits, and Parental Warnings
00:22:36 - The Battle for Regulation
00:28:09 - Economic Impact on Legal Markets
00:32:26 - Can States Like Minnesota Lead the Way?
00:36:19 - A Call for Federal Action

 

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