In this Doobie Gay episode, Ktokes speaks with Jaguar French (J French)! J French is a world renowned rapper, fashion designer, mental health advocate and public speaker. He began doing music at 12 years old, overcoming a speech impediment. While his private activities include youth mentoring and speaking up for personal growth, French’s music and fashion brands aim to inspire, heal, unite and motivate. He has a rich music heritage, with his father winning 4 Grammy Awards. French has worked with artists such as Jah Born, RC & The Gritz, and Erykah Badu. As a Grammy Voting Member, he is often invited to speak for organizations such as the Emmy Awards and the Youth Oscars. His album and fashion brand JAGG (Just Another Gift From God) highlight the silver linings of life.

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In this episode Ktokes speaks with Arend Richard, the Co-Founder and CEO of WeedTube, host of the Podcast "Watch and Sesh", and the Author of the LGBTQ+ SciFi novel series "Being Found". In this episode they talk about the hardships behind cannabis marketing and content creation, anxiety, the LGBTQ+ community and of course, cannabis. 

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https://www.change.org/p/instagram-legal-cannabis-industry-demands-better-regulation-and-policies-from-instagram

Tiffany Watkins is known in the community as LadyCanna. She’s a former IT Professional, working many years as a Network Systems Engineer. She holds degrees in Computer Sciences and Network Infrastructure, as well as multiple certifications.

Her grassroots campaigning and advocacy goes back 30+ years. She’s been heavily involved in patient representation, harm reduction, public policy, and community organizing. In 2019 Tiffany Founded Vanguard Media Online. Vanguard is a media platform and magazine that’s dedicated to Women in cannabis. She proudly showcases the efforts, innovation and creativity of all Women.

Tiffany is also the founder of LC Business Consulting where she helps people get motivated to be successful in work, business, and life. www.vanguardmediaonline.com www.lcbusinessconsulting.com

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Ariana is a multimedia artist, cannabis advocate, and content creator based in Montana. Passionate about people and the planet, she finds purpose in helping plan and execute ideas striving for social and environmental improvement. As COO of WeedTube she aims to be a conscious consumer and thought leader, believing that the cannabis community is key to changing the narrative of what it means to be a “stoner.”

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Link to Petition: 

https://www.change.org/p/instagram-legal-cannabis-industry-demands-better-regulation-and-policies-from-instagram?signed=true

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In this episode Katie speaks with Isabella Dechard, a creative human currently living in the Sunshine State, where she is wrapping up two years of experience in the cannabis space. As a copywriter and SEO specialist, she is committed to researching and analyzing what we know about cannabis while providing thought-provoking content that challenges the negative stigma around this powerful plant. Her work is fueled by the belief that knowledge is power – advocating for the benefits of this plant and its current news while highlighting the unique voices of brands in the industry. Isabella also uses her graphic design and creative skills as a platform for cannabis education and advocacy through digital collages and art. She enjoys traveling to different National and State parks around the country and her current favorite strain for creating is Jack Herer.

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Happy 4/20! Today and everyday we need to remember that there are still over 40,000 cannabis prisoners incarcerated for non-violent cannabis offenses.⁣

⁣Visit www.lastprisonerproject.org to learn how you can help!💚⁣

Stephen Post s a campaign manager and communication strategist who focuses on implementing policy through coordinated government and public relations efforts. Stephen hopes to empower others to challenge the obstacles to equal justice in cannabis, as well as help redesign the justice system by breaking down the stigma around drug use.⁣

Stephen is a two-time graduate of The Ohio State University, where he earned a B.A. in Political Science and Economics, and his Masters of Public Administration with a focus on drug policy reform and policing. During his time at Ohio State, Stephen worked with OSU's Drug Enforcement and Policy Center, where he supported interdisciplinary, evidence-based research, education, and community outreach around the reformation of laws that regulate traditional drugs.⁣

How can you help?

Advocacy Campaigns

National Clemency Campaign

Petitions

Donations

Letter Writing Program 

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In this episode we speak with Joseph Nguyen about the importance of terps, cannabis and coffee. Joey is a consultant for a large accounting and advisory firm in Center City, Philadelphia. Another one of his many hats is his role as CEO of Captain Terps Infusions, a cannabis-infused beverage company. Graduating from Temple in 2020 with a degree in Business Administration & International Business, he now hopes to better the lives of others through his diverse types of work – ranging from the art space, to IT/ Risk consulting, and cannabis.

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In this Doobie Gay Series episode of PufPod, Ktokes speaks with long-time friend and cannabis consumer Rachael. A native of Rockland County, NY, Rachael has always valued talk therapy, and believes in putting one’s mental health first. She credits her longtime therapist for providing the tools to overcome various hardships throughout her life — and as she battles with issues such as psoriasis and stress — natural self-care is crucial for her; Rachael is a regular at the gym and often participates in outdoor activities, while also enjoying the benefits of responsible cannabis use. She’s an activist for suicide prevention, anti-bullying, LGBTQ+ rights, and The Last Prisoner Project. An alumna of The University at Buffalo, Rachael majored in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance. Since her graduation she has worked in Wealth Management, and and is thrilled to now be embarking on the Financial Advisor Training Program. She loves being active, traveling, and spending quality time with friends and family. Currently she is living in Charlotte, NC with her fiancé, Tony, and pup, Sugar.

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In this episode, John speaks with Alaina Dorsey about her past, her relationship with cannabis and her perspective on why it's important to infuse artwork into cannabis marketing. Tune in to learn more! 

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Alaina the Muse (Dorsey) is the Owner and Commercial Artist with Creative Strategist tendencies of FADEDlain. A visual story studio, FADEDlain forges immersive lore for cannabis and e-commerce companies with brand-driven illustrations for packaging, merchandise/apparel and murals. A "Sweet Summer Child of Cannabis," Alaina is a Maryland medical cannabis patient who initiated her self-renaissance in 2018 with the plant. The Muse is committed to solving big business problems and influencing culture by shutting adults up with visual, visceral wonder.

Follow Alaina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fadedlain/

Checkout here new cannabis and anime media podcast : https://anchor.fm/fadedbrks

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In this episode, John speaks with Katherine Golden and Eloise Theisen of Leaf411, the nonprofit and first free cannabis nurse hotline. They discuss their nursing background, how Leaf411 started, and the recent Opioid Awareness Guide that they collaborated on together. Tune into this amazing episode to learn more!

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Leaf411's mission is to provide education and directional support to the general public about the safe use of legal cannabis (marijuana & hemp). Their team of cannabis trained nurses are passionate about helping our community access balanced education about their legal cannabis use.

Leaf411 was built on the belief that affordability and accessibility to professional medical advice should never be barriers to using cannabis safely and effectively. To further this mission, Leaf411 has created additional programs focused on community education and product affordability, creating partnerships that connect cannabis industry leaders and diverse community organizations across the country for social good.

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