Hosts Jamie Lowell and Rick Thompson run anther awesome remote broadcast from Apothecare in Ann Arbor! This time the crew takes off on the Party Bus and roam the streets of A2 getting 420 all the way. 

Joining the show is Monroe Street Fair empressario Charlie Strachbein and Annette NayNay, his constant girl, and Apothecare owner Anthony Freed. Also joining the show live from Las Vegas, Nevada: Squashoff king Uncle Stoner, Bobby West. He explains squashing off and talks about Michigan's caregiver controversy, including municipal troubles for 80-year old medical marijuana patient and caregiver Judith Pontius. 

All the regular Jazz Cabbage crew is online for this one, too- Shelly Smith, Colin MacDougall, Debra Young and the irrepressible Mr Hash Bash, Adam L Brook.

Party Bus
Uncle Stoner

Hosts Jamie Lowell and Rick Thompson have spun up a great episode once again! This episode features Michigan State Rep Cynthia Johnson (D-Detroit), longtime cannabis advocate Richard Clement, Executive Director of the Michigan Cannabis Industry Association, Robin Schneider, and criminal defense attorney Paul Tylenda. 

The Michigan caregiver controversy is front and center stage with the Jazz Cabbage programming. Rep. Johnson is asked to weigh in; attorney Tylenda opines on legal options for caregiver cases; and Robin calls the MCMA members asking for caregiver compromises "idiots". This episode spawned several mainstream news articles. 

All the regular Jazz Cabbage crew is online for this one, too- Shelly Smith, Jim Salame, Colin MacDougall, Debra Young and the irrepressible Mr Hash Bash, Adam L Brook.

Season 5 Episode 21 : Matt Abel Tribute Episode

Jazz Cabbage Café hosts Rick Thompson and Jamie Lowell host a lively episode! The team jumps right in to talking about the current caregiver vs. elitist cannabis companies controversy, and the guests pull no punches! 

The fun ramps up when Rick and Jamie host a rotating series of guests joining in to celebrate the advocacy of Matthew Abel, Executive Director for NORML of Michigan and founder at Cannabis Counsel PLC. Matt has been the E.D. for ten years and recently announced his intention to retire from that office. Current NORML Board members Rick Thompson and Adam Brook are joined by former Exec. Directors Steven Thompson and Tim Beck; NORML co-founder Keith Stroup; Mr. John Sinclair; fellow principal at Cannabis Counsel, attorney Thomas Lavigne; legendary activist from Ann Arbor, Chuck Ream; BDT's founder Curtis Goure; Decriminalize Nature Mi's Jim Salame and Colin MacDougall; Debra Young from MiLegalize; and Berg from Medical Mondays.

Jazz Cabbage received an Award of Distinction from the Communicator Awards in April of 2021, and was named one of America's best cannabis podcasts by Celeb Stoner Magazine. The broadcast takes place live every Tuesday at 4pm EST on Youtube, Twitch and Facebook; podcast is available for listening shortly thereafter on Alexa, Spotify and all major platforms.

Season 5 Episode 22 : Michigan Cannabis Caregivers Under Attack- Again!

Jazz Cabbage Café hosts Rick Thompson and Jamie Lowell host a lively episode! The team spends an entire episode talking about the current caregiver vs. elitist cannabis companies controversy.  

Taking part in the discussion are Ida Pearl Lee from the Michigan Cannabis Industry Association; Adam L Brook from Michigan NORML; Brandy Zink from Michigan ASA; Decriminalize Nature Mi's Jim Salame and Colin MacDougall; Debra Young from MiLegalize; and Berg from Medical Mondays. Licensed, regulated business operators join Jazz Cabbage Cafe to remind viewers that the industry isn't defined by the few bad actors currently on display. Russ Chambers (Franklin Fields, The Botanical Company) and Darrell Stavros (Oz Cannabis, 3rd Coast) join in to represent the other regulated cannabis companies who support no changes to the caregiver laws in Michigan. 

Jazz Cabbage received an Award of Distinction from the Communicator Awards in April of 2021, and was named one of America's best cannabis podcasts by Celeb Stoner Magazine. The broadcast takes place live every Tuesday at 4pm EST on Youtube, Twitch and Facebook; podcast is available for listening shortly thereafter on Alexa, Spotify and all major platforms.

Rainbow Farm- The True Story

recorded LIVE on June 8, 2021

Join the Jazz Cabbage Café crew as we explore the deaths of Tom and Rollie at Rainbow Farm, in Michigan. Tom's relative, friends of the two men, people who loved them and the place tell the story of the events leading up to their killing by Michigan State Police and FBI snipers. The Farm was an important rallying point and locus for the freedom movements of the time, including the move to legalize cannabis in Michigan. Melody Karr, Adam Brook, Brenda Scoggin and others lay out the tragic tale. 

Season 5 Episode 24

All things cannabis/Interview with NOBO Founder Alan Bonsett, whose Colorado company has locations in Michigan. He takes some heat from the Jazz staff about statements calling the old industry names. 

Jazz Cabbage received an Award of Distinction from the Communicator Awards in April of 2021, and was named one of America's best cannabis podcasts by Celeb Stoner Magazine. The broadcast takes place live every Tuesday at 4pm EST on Youtube, Twitch and Facebook; podcast is available for listening shortly thereafter on Alexa, Spotify and all major platforms.

Special Guest Senator Jeff Irwin
Season 5 Episode 25

Senator Irwin talks about upcoming fundraisers, the pending legislation regarding cannabis in the Michigan legislature, and talks frankly about his personal life. 

Jazz Cabbage received an Award of Distinction from the Communicator Awards in April of 2021, and was named one of America's best cannabis podcasts by Celeb Stoner Magazine. The broadcast takes place live every Tuesday at 4pm EST on Youtube, Twitch and Facebook; podcast is available for listening shortly thereafter on Alexa, Spotify and all major platforms.

Tribute to Boston George
Jazz Cabbage Café hosts Rick Thompson and Jamie Lowell architect a tribute to 'Boston' George Jung, legendary smuggler, cannabis industry figure and man whose life story was the subject of the hit film 'Blow' starring Johnny Depp as Boston George. George's partner Ronda joins the broadcast to talk about his last few days; she is joined on camera by Debi Blair. Also appearing are Adam Brook, 'Uncle Stoner' Bobby West and Darrell Stavros. 

Jazz Cabbage breaks down some important bills pending in the Michigan legislature, and there is a recap of the very successful Redemption Foundation fundraiser from Saturday evening. Cabbage Heads Jim Salame, Colin MacDougall and Debra Young add to the dialog. 

Jazz Cabbage received an Award of Distinction from the Communicator Awards in April of 2021, and was named one of America's best cannabis podcasts by Celeb Stoner Magazine. The broadcast takes place live every Tuesday at 4pm EST on Youtube, Twitch and Facebook; podcast is available for listening shortly thereafter on Alexa, Spotify and all major platforms.

May 18, 2021
Season 5 Episode 20 : Marty Sheedy/Project Scissor Gait; the Jerry Duval case update

Jazz Cabbage Café hosts Rick Thompson and Jamie Lowell discuss the attacks on the caregiver system and introduce the audience to Marty Sheedy, founder of Project Scissor Gait. Marty suffers from a rare disease which interferes with his movement; as a result he developed a new way to walk, which has inspired others with his condition to imitate his style.  

Jazz Cabbage then delves into the Jerry Duval case, the story of a Michigan caregiver who was in compliance with state law yet was charged with violations of federal crimes. He's been in prison for nearly ten years. His mother and advocate for the incarcerated Stacey Theis discuss the history of his case, his current state of health and his timetable for release.

The broadcast team for this episode includes Debra Young, Shelly Smith and Colin MacDougall. 

Jazz Cabbage received an Award of Distinction from the Communicator Awards in April of 2021, and was named one of America's best cannabis podcasts by Celeb Stoner Magazine. The broadcast takes place live every Tuesday at 4pm EST on Youtube, Twitch and Facebook; podcast is available for listening shortly thereafter on Alexa, Spotify and all major platforms.

Season 5 Episode 17 - with Vivian McPeak, Michigan ASA 

This episode features Jamie Lowell and Rick Thompson with Seattle Hemp Fest co-founder and Skunk Magazine managing editor Vivian McPeak. He talks about Jack Herer's final days, his experiences over the years keeping Seattle Hempfest afloat, and his new gig as Managing Editor of Skunk Magazine. 

Joining the broadcast are Colin MacDougall, John Schlicker, Jim Salame, Debra Young and Brandy Zink (Michigan ASA).

You can tune in to Jazz Cabbage Café every Tuesday at 4pm EST on Facebook, Twitch, YouTube or other video socials- and catch the broadcasts shortly afterward on Alexa, Spotify, Pandora and many other platforms. 

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