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Welcome back to The Elevated News Podcast with Two Dope Dudes – YOUR source for Midwest cannabis news, culture, and more!

In Episode 110, we cover some of the biggest stories in the cannabis world right now:

• Minnesota officially launches recreational cannabis sales and what it means for the Midwest cannabis market
• THC drinks handed out on Chicago’s lakefront raise new legal and regulatory questions
• Updates from the Illinois Medical Cannabis Advisory Board, including medical cannabis patient rights and licensing news
• Cannabis and diabetes risk – breaking down health studies and long-term effects
• Dave’s Conditional Cannabis Corner (Week 4): tolerance, sleep improvements, and the munchies

This is your go-to cannabis podcast for Illinois cannabis news, Minnesota legalization, hemp industry updates, and Midwest marijuana culture.

Timestamps:

00:00 Intro

00:00:58 Dave bought a car

00:02:50 Sponsor plugs & shoutouts

00:03:46 Reading your YouTube comments

00:14:37 Illinois Medical Cannabis Advisory Board recap

00:33:40 Minnesota starts recreational cannabis sales

00:38:22 THC drinks given away on the Chicago lakefront

00:45:50 Cannabis and diabetes risk explained

00:51:19 Dave’s Conditional Cannabis Corner – Week 4

01:01:07 Wrap-up and final thoughts

01:02:39 Outro

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We are YOUR source for Midwest cannabis news and culture and more!

In this episode of The Elevated News Podcast with Two Dope Dudes, Aaron and Dave dive into the latest cannabis headlines across Illinois, Arkansas, Texas, and beyond. From new tax hikes and Delta-8 crackdowns to Verano’s big corporate move to Nevada, this week’s discussion is packed with insights every cannabis consumer, grower, and advocate needs to hear.

Plus, Dave’s Conditional Cannabis Corner returns with a deep dive into tolerance, proper cannabis use, and why “low and slow” might be the best way forward.

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Timestamps & Articles:

00:00 Intro – Two Dope Dudes bringing you the news!

00:00:58 Disc Golf Tournament Recap

00:02:58 Shoutouts + Discount Codes

00:04:21 Responding to Listener Comments

00:07:51 Illinois Medical Cannabis Advisory Board Meeting – Sept. 15

https://illinoisnewsjoint.com/medical-cannabis-advisory-board-to-meet-sept-15/

00:14:35 Lake in the Hills Raises Cannabis Tax to Max

https://www.dailyherald.com/20250914/news/lake-in-the-hills-increases-tax-on-marijuana/

00:18:03 Arkansas Medical Marijuana Sales on Track to Surpass 2023 Record

https://arkansasadvocate.com/briefs/arkansas-medical-marijuana-sales-on-track-to-surpass-2023-record/

00:23:13 Texas Governor Signs Hemp Executive Order – THC Labeling & Age Limits

https://www.marijuanamoment.net/texas-governor-signs-hemp-executive-order-setting-age-limit-and-labeling-requirements-for-thc-products/

00:25:52 Gov. Pritzker Signals Possible Executive Order on Delta-8

https://www.wcia.com/news/capitol-news/pritzker-signals-possibility-of-using-executive-order-for-regulating-delta-8-products/

00:29:53 Gov. Pritzker Statement

https://x.com/GovPritzker/status/1965854819710808316

00:35:44 Verano Plans to Move Parent Company from Canada to Nevada

https://www.cannabisbusinesstimes.com/finance/news/15755380/verano-proposes-to-redomicile-parent-company-from-british-columbia-to-nevada

00:42:59 Dave’s Conditional Cannabis Corner – Reestablishing a Baseline

01:02:44 Why You Should Grow Organically

01:05:52 Outro

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In this episode of The Elevated News Podcast with Two Dope Dudes, Aaron and Dave break down the latest in Midwest cannabis news, culture, and more:

• Missouri cannabis sales hold steady as new products hit the market

• Ohio’s cannabis market struggles with high prices and weak marketing

• Hemp-derived THC regulations and how Ohio compares to other states

• Federal marijuana policy stalls as Trump weighs rescheduling

• Dave’s Conditional Cannabis Corner: sleep, munchies, and tolerance breaks

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Welcome to The Elevated News Podcast with Two Dope Dudes – your source for Midwest cannabis news, culture, and more.

In Episode 107, we cover:

• An Oklahoma woman sentenced to 8 years for transporting 30 pounds of cannabis in Illinois
• Why legal weed might not be as safe or as strong as advertised
• A federal report showing hemp is being undervalued due to flawed methodology
• New research on CBD improving cognitive decline associated with aging

We also respond to listener comments, dive into Dave’s conditional cannabis corner, and connect with the community over the holiday weekend.

Timestamps:

00:00 Intro

00:58 Labor Day updates

02:51 Where to find us + discount codes

04:04 Responding to listener comments

08:19 Oklahoma woman gets 8 years for cannabis

12:41 Why legal weed might not be as safe or as strong as advertised

22:57 Federal government undervaluing hemp market

33:54 CBD improves cognitive decline with aging

41:28 Dave’s conditional cannabis corner

49:27 Final thoughts

52:39 Outro

Articles Discussed:

Oklahoma woman gets 8 years: https://pantagraph.com/news/local/crime-courts/article_5ce1b3d1-9578-4acd-abbb-ba2538713b4e.htm

Why legal weed might not be safe or strong: https://www.myheraldreview.com/news/business/why-legal-weed-might-not-be-as-safe-or-as-strong-as-advertised/article_bc5604de-4a75-400a-bebc-ab00f0ed3898.html

Hemp undervaluation report: https://www.marijuanamoment.net/federal-government-is-significantly-undervaluing-hemp-market-based-on-flawed-methodology-analysis-says/

CBD and cognitive decline study: https://www.marijuanamoment.net/cbd-improves-cognitive-decline-associated-with-aging-study-shows/

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In Episode 106, Aaron and Dave dive into the latest cannabis news and culture:

• A federal court sides with medical marijuana patients on gun rights

• Cannabis seed oil shows superior effectiveness over antibiotics in wound healing

• SIU’s 2025 Hemp & Cannabis Symposium focuses on agronomy and industry growth

• Congress pushes a resolution to legalize marijuana and expunge past drug convictions

• Dave closes out his 4-week tolerance break — was it worth it?

Don’t miss this episode packed with stories, insights, and community shoutouts.

FULL ARTICLE LINKS

2025 Hemp & Cannabis Symposium at SIU (Carbondale, IL):

https://news.siu.edu/2025/08/082025-2025-hemp-cannabis-symposium-at-siu-to-focus-on-agronomy.php

Cannabis Seed Oil More Effective Than Antibiotics for Healing:

https://www.marijuanamoment.net/cannabis-seed-oil-has-superior-effectiveness-in-healing-wounds-compared-to-conventional-antibiotics-study-shows/

Federal Court Sides with Medical Marijuana Patients on Gun Rights:

https://www.marijuanamoment.net/federal-appeals-court-gives-medical-marijuana-patients-who-want-to-own-guns-a-win/

Congress Calls for Legalization & Expungement Resolution:

https://www.marijuanamoment.net/us-must-legalize-marijuana-and-expunge-drug-convictions-to-meet-moral-obligation-of-justice-for-all-congressional-resolution-says/

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Aaron and Dave break down the latest in cannabis news and culture – from Minnesota’s push for government-owned dispensaries to Illinois raids, New Jersey’s new consumption lounges, and the UIC DUI testing scandal. Plus, Dave’s tolerance break update and Aaron’s journey quitting nicotine.Welcome back to The Elevated News Podcast with Two Dope Dudes – YOUR source for Midwest cannabis news, culture, and more! 🌱

In this episode, Aaron and Dave dive into the biggest cannabis stories this week:

• 13 Minnesota cities moving toward government-owned dispensaries
• ATF and ISP SWAT teams seize 9 pounds in an Illinois raid
• New Jersey opens its first cannabis consumption lounges
• UIC DUI cannabis testing scandal could overturn years of cases
• Dave’s tolerance break update (week 3)
• Aaron shares his journey slowing down consumption and quitting nicotine

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The Elevated News Podcast with Two Dope Dudes is YOUR source for Midwest cannabis news, culture, and more!

In Episode 104, Aaron and Dave cover some of the most talked-about cannabis headlines:

• Boston Sheriff arrested in a cannabis extortion scandal
• The first peer-reviewed study linking contaminated medical cannabis to a patient death
• METRC & BioTrack announce a major industry partnership
• Is federal cannabis rescheduling closer than we think?
• Massachusetts considers rolling back recreational legalization
• Dave’s week two tolerance break update – dreams, withdrawals, and lessons learned

They also respond to listener comments, highlight community events, and share the latest Midwest cannabis updates you won’t hear anywhere else.

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00:00:58 Disc golf donations & weekend football trip

00:02:58 Show plugs & how to support us

00:06:17 Responding to YouTube comments

00:16:08 Craft Showcase VIP tickets sold out – free GA still available

00:16:45 METRC & BioTrack announce partnership

00:20:45 Is cannabis rescheduling coming soon?

00:25:44 Massachusetts considers rolling back legalization

00:30:05 Boston Sheriff arrested for cannabis extortion

00:34:43 Fungal infection linked to medical cannabis flower

00:52:03 Dave’s Conditional Cannabis Corner – Week 2 tolerance break

01:07:13 Final thoughts & wrap up

01:11:37 Outro

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🎙️ The Elevated News Podcast with Two Dope Dudes — Episode 103

We are YOUR source for Midwest cannabis news, culture, and more! 🌱

This week on the pod:

• Michigan cops seize $10 million in “illegal” marijuana (do the numbers really add up?)
• Big legalization moves in Delaware and Kentucky
• Vodka seltzer gets recalled for being mislabeled as Celsius energy drinks (!?)
• Japan’s groundbreaking new cannabis study debunks the “gateway drug” myth
• Reflections on 88 years of marijuana prohibition in the U.S.
• Dave kicks off his Tolerance Break — hear how it’s going, the challenges, and real tips for managing stress without THC
• Listener comments, gratitude, and community shoutouts

We also share details on the Illinois Craft Showcase event — VIP tickets are gone, but you can still grab free GA tickets to meet 50+ craft brands and sample some of Illinois’ best licensed cannabis products!

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🗞️ Articles Mentioned in Episode 103

– Craft Showcase VIP Tickets Sold Out, Free GA Still Available

https://illinoisnewsjoint.com/craft-showcase-vip-tickets-sold-out-free-ga-tickets-still-available/

– Delaware’s First Recreational Marijuana Shops Are Officially Open for Business

https://www.marijuanamoment.net/delawares-first-recreational-marijuana-shops-are-officially-open-for-business/

– Kentucky’s First Medical Marijuana Dispensary Has Been Approved for Operations, Governor Announces

https://www.marijuanamoment.net/kentuckys-first-medical-marijuana-dispensary-has-been-approved-for-operations-governor-announces/

– High Noon Recalls Vodka Seltzers Mislabeled as Celsius Energy Drinks

https://www.npr.org/2025/07/31/nx-s1-5486730/high-noon-celsius-recall

– $10 Million Worth of Illegal Marijuana Seized in Michigan Drug Bust

https://www.clickondetroit.com/news/local/2025/08/02/10-million-worth-of-illegal-marijuana-seized-in-michigan-drug-bust/

– 88 Years of Federal Marijuana Prohibition in the U.S.—It’s Time to End It (Op-Ed)

https://www.marijuanamoment.net/saturday-marks-88-years-of-federal-marijuana-prohibition-in-the-u-s-its-time-to-end-it-op-ed/

– Government-Backed Study from Japan Finds No Evidence That Marijuana Is a ‘Gateway Drug’

https://www.marijuanamoment.net/government-backed-study-from-japan-finds-no-evidence-that-marijuana-is-a-gateway-drug/

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Welcome to The Elevated News Podcast with Two Dope Dudes — your source for Midwest cannabis news, culture, and more!

In this episode, Dave’s car gets crushed by a tree, and we break down major national cannabis news, including the DEA’s new administrator omitting cannabis rescheduling from his top priorities. We also dig into the financial fallout at AYR Wellness, potential health risks of printed and dyed rolling papers, and the importance of tolerance breaks for regular cannabis users.

Dave shares his experience starting a full tolerance break and explains cannabis hyperemesis — what it is, how to identify it, and how to recover.

Topics covered include:

• DEA’s sudden shift on cannabis rescheduling
• Why you may need a tolerance break
• What is cannabis hyperemesis?
• Health risks with printed rolling papers
• Listener comments and shoutouts
• Dave’s car gets smashed by a tree?!
• What's coming up in August

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Welcome back to The Elevated News Podcast with Two Dope Dudes, your source for Midwest cannabis news, culture, and more!

In this episode, Aaron & Dave break down the biggest headlines in the plant world — including why Cresco Labs is quitting California, the UIC’s explosive report on faulty DUI blood testing, and how Illinois lawmakers are targeting intoxicating hemp products in a new regulatory push.

We’re also highlighting FREE general admission to the Illinois Craft Showcase, and diving deep into ALS and cannabis in this week’s Conditional Cannabis Corner.

As always, we’re keeping it real, shouting out the community, and giving you everything you need to stay informed, entertained, and elevated.

🕒 TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 – Intro

00:06 – Weekend Catch-Up

00:11 – Illinois Craft Showcase: Free Tickets 🎟️

00:15 – Cresco Labs Exits California Market

00:24 – UIC Report: Faulty DUI Blood Testing

00:36 – Hemp Regulation Debate in Illinois

00:46 – Conditional Cannabis Corner: ALS & the Power of the Plant

01:00 – Wrap-Up + Sneak Peek at Next Week

🔗 LINKS MENTIONED:

🎫 Illinois Craft Showcase – Free Tickets

https://illinoisnewsjoint.com/2nd-annual-illinois-craft-showcase-offers-free-tickets/

📉 Cresco Labs Exits California

https://www.cannabisbusinesstimes.com/us-states/california/news/15751086/cresco-labs-exiting-california-cannabis-market

🧪 UIC Report on Faulty Blood Testing

https://illinoisnewsjoint.com/uic-releases-report-on-faulty-dui-blood-tests/

⚖️ Illinois Lawmakers on Hemp Regulation

https://www.marijuanamoment.net/regulating-intoxicating-hemp-products-is-a-priority-illinois-lawmaker-says/

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