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Groundhog Day Loops and Cannabis Legalization News

Tom discusses the latest developments in cannabis legalization with an emphasis on RFK's hearing, the fate of cannabis policy in the next four years, state-level changes, and significant legal cases like the RAW rolling papers settlement. The episode delves into a DEA-centric approach to cannabis regulation, the resurgence of marijuana raids, the economic impact on industries like transportation, ongoing legalization efforts in states like Kentucky, Hawaii, and Pennsylvania, and the challenges faced by the cannabis market as seen through companies like Scott’s Miracle Gro. There is also a lighter segment on identifying cannabis strains and a farewell to industry legend David Watson. Join for in-depth analysis, expert opinions, and a dash of humor.

00:00 Welcome to Cannabis Legalization News
01:00 RFK's Controversial Hearing
01:34 The DEA's Role in Rescheduling
04:11 Federal and State Legal Battles
11:09 Marijuana Use and Memory Studies
26:54 Raw Rolling Papers' Legal Victory
30:37 Cannabis Market Challenges and Opportunities
33:10 Chicago's Hemp Regulation Challenges
34:21 Skepticism from City Officials
38:28 Transportation Industry Concerns
42:25 Kentucky's Medical Cannabis Progress
49:41 Texas's THC Ban Initiative
54:14 Cannabis Industry Struggles
01:04:42 Groundhog Day and Future Outlook

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