It’s our 100th episode 🎉 and we’re honored to be joined by one of the most respected voices in Illinois cannabis — Michael Lasley. From the early days of Illinois dispensaries to his writing at Illinois News Joint, Michael has been on the ground floor, covering the culture, people, and power dynamics that shape the plant we all love 🌱

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

🔥 In this episode:

• A 100th episode blooper to kick things off 😅
• Michael’s reflections on how the industry has evolved — and where it’s still failing
• Why journalism and documentation are essential in this space
• A deep dive into Sesh in the Shawnee, a community-centered cannabis gathering in Southern Illinois

🕒 Timestamps

0:00 – Intro song + episode blooper

3:00 – Meet Michael Lasley

10:00 – Illinois cannabis from the inside

20:00 – Writing, advocacy & accountability

35:00 – What to expect at Sesh in the Shawnee

50:00 – Final thoughts & shoutouts

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🌲 Sesh in the Shawnee – July 26, 2025

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On this episode of The Elevated News Podcast with Two Dope Dudes, Aaron and Dave welcome a special guest — the one and only Skibbity — for a hash-heavy, high-vibe conversation just in time for 710.

We dive into:

• 🔥 710 sesh rituals + hash culture
• 🧠 Skibbity’s real-talk on cannabis trends and Midwest vibes
• 🥏 The wild story behind a disc golf ace 3 years in the making
• 🌿 Shoutouts to GMO from City Trees, cultivation culture, and weekend wins
• 🍽️ Big cookouts, big pots, and staying grounded in community

Whether you’re here for the grow tips or the good vibes — this ep delivers both.

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This week on The Elevated News Podcast with Two Dope Dudes, we break down the biggest cannabis headlines and policy shifts with Midwest realness. Whether you're a grower, a patient, or just curious — this one’s for you. 💨

🎙️ Episode 98 Highlights:

• 💵 Illinois cannabis sales top $149 million in May 2025
• 🚓 New Chicago PD policy on weed odor searches
• 🧠 Rand Paul pushes to raise federal THC limits in hemp
• 📉 Only 27% of U.S. cannabis businesses are profitable in 2024
• 🧘 Dave’s Conditional Cannabis Corner: Using THC to navigate PTSD & trauma

We also shout out our favorite YouTube commenters and chop it up about legacy growers, bad regulations, and the truth about market compression. As always, no corporate fluff—just Two Dope Dudes talking facts.

🌱 Referenced Articles:

• May Sales Report: https://illinoisnewsjoint.com/may-cannabis-sales-reach-highest-monthly-totals-this-year/
• Chicago Weed Smell Policy: https://www.marijuanamoment.net/new-chicago-police-policy-discourages-searches-based-on-marijuana-odor/
• Rand Paul Hemp THC Bill: https://www.marijuanamoment.net/rand-paul-files-bill-to-triple-federal-thc-limit-for-hemp-as-house-pursues-crackdown-on-consumable-cannabinoids/
• Cannabis Business Profitability Report: https://www.cannabisbusinesstimes.com/business-issues-benchmarks/cannabis-business-profit-trends/news/15686501/only-27-of-us-cannabis-operators-profitable-in-2024-whitney-economics-reports

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In this episode of The Elevated News Podcast with Two Dope Dudes, we explore how cannabis can provide real relief for migraines — and unpack the latest chaos in Midwest cannabis politics.

🔥 Episode Highlights:

• 🧠 Migraine relief with THC, CBD & THCa
• 🇺🇸 Ohio lawmakers cancel marijuana vote
• 🚫 Missouri limits medical patient access
• ✅ Texas vetoes a total hemp THC ban
• 🌿 UIUC Hemp Open House (July 25 – don’t miss it!)
• 💬 Dave's rants, real talk, and why community always comes first

Whether you're here to heal, grow, or just stay informed — we got you.

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

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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 latest chaos in cannabis across the U.S.:

🔥 Minnesota hits consumers with a 50% tax hike

💸 California cannabis licenses are becoming worthless

🌲 Alaska tightens hemp law enforcement — and it's legal

🧠 Dave's Conditional Cannabis Corner tackles diabetic neuropathy and how cannabis can help

From industry shakeups to personal health tips, we're bringing you the real, unfiltered cannabis talk every week. Whether you're a legacy grower, curious consumer, or just want to keep up with the ever-changing weed world — this one’s for you.

⏱️ Chapters / Timestamps:

00:00 – Intro: Two Dope Dudes Return

00:58 – Weekend Recap + Disc Golf Life

02:41 – Plugs + Sponsors

04:13 – Community Comment Reactions

07:04 – IL CROO Packaging & Labeling Update

16:03 – Minnesota’s 50% Cannabis Tax Hike

22:19 – California Licenses Now Worthless?

27:04 – CA Assembly Blocks New Excise Tax

29:05 – Alaska Hemp Ruling: Legal But Restrictive

37:38 – Dave’s Conditional Cannabis Corner: Diabetic Neuropathy

46:41 – Final Thoughts

49:00 – Outro

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**The cannabis industry is at a CROSSROADS and we're breaking it ALL down!**

Aaron & Dave are back with the most important cannabis news you NEED to know right now. From Illinois sales matching last year's numbers (despite MORE licenses!) to a potential FEDERAL HEMP CRACKDOWN - this episode is PACKED with insights that could affect YOUR cannabis access!

## WHAT WE'RE COVERING:

• **Illinois 2025 Cannabis Sales Crisis** - Why more dispensaries = same revenue?

• **Federal Hemp Ban Threat** - House committee wants to DESTROY the hemp industry

• **Minnesota Cannabis Lottery Results** - 776 applicants, 249 licenses up for grabs

• **Missouri's Surprise Dispensary Raids** - Unannounced testing visits coming

• **Dave's Conditional Cannabis Corner** - Pre & post-surgery cannabis protocols

## KEY TAKEAWAYS:

✅ Illinois sales plateau reveals market saturation issues

✅ Social equity programs still struggling with funding

✅ Federal hemp loophole may close under new legislation

✅ Minnesota's micro-business model could be the future

✅ Cannabis community building stronger than ever

## TIMESTAMPS:

• 00:58 Dave's coding journey begins!

• 03:50 Bird vs. balloon garden warfare

• 04:37 Illinois Cannabis & Hash Competition preview

• 05:44 Sessions dispensary visit recap

• 15:50 Illinois sales numbers deep dive

• 19:39 Social equity licensing halt explained

• 27:15 Minnesota lottery system breakdown

• 31:51 Federal hemp ban threat analysis

• 37:50 Missouri's new testing protocol

• 51:29 Cannabis surgery best practices

• 1:06:29 Final thoughts & community love

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• Are Illinois dispensaries doomed to fight over the same customers?

• Should the federal government ban hemp products?

• Is Minnesota's micro-business model the solution?

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**DISCLAIMER:** *This content is for educational and entertainment purposes. Always consult with healthcare professionals regarding cannabis use and local laws.*

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Welcome to The Elevated News Podcast with Two Dope Dudes— your go-to source for local and national cannabis news, culture, and real talk.

🎙 In this episode, Aaron and Dave sit down with the powerful and inspiring Danay Chapel, aka TreeXLines, who shares her incredible journey from a life-threatening diagnosis to becoming a community builder, wellness advocate, and cannabis healer. From battling functional neurological disorder (FND) to finding strength in plant medicine, volunteering, and self-care, Danay's story is raw, real, and ridiculously powerful.

💥 You don’t want to miss:

00:00 - Intro & disc golf therapy

03:20 - Garden updates & bird beef

06:15 - Community shoutouts & YouTube comments

12:40 - Danai’s powerful story: diagnosis, healing, cannabis

28:30 - Strain journaling & self-treatment

39:50 - Breaking stigma, embracing community

47:00 - Upcoming events, activism & spiritual reconnection

1:04:00 - Calls to action & deep love from the dope dudes

🔥 Topics Covered:

* Cannabis for medical self-care

* Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) explained

* Replacing 37 pharmaceuticals with cannabis

* Why community matters more than corporations

* Mental health, volunteering, and decolonized wellness

* Why “making self-care cool as f\*ck again” is a movement, not a mantra

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IG: @treexlines

🎟️ Event Info: Linktree for TreeXLines

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📌 Relevant Links:

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* [USUnited.org](https://www.usunited.org) – Advocacy & Social Equity

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Welcome back, Growmies! In this jam-packed episode, Aaron & Dave dive into 🔥breaking cannabis news🔥 across the nation—covering everything from legislative updates to medical insights that'll blow your high mind. 🌿💨

📍IN THIS EPISODE:

🧠 Deep dive into methods of cannabis ingestion and their impact

🏆 Shout-outs to the community and the best YouTube comments 💬

📅 Preview of the 2nd Annual Illinois Craft Showcase [Aug 16th]

💸 How lack of funding is crushing small cannabis businesses

⚖️ Texas and Minnesota's controversial cannabis laws

💊 Dave’s Conditional Cannabis Corner: CBD, THC & epilepsy – a must-listen for medical patients!

😡 Rants, real talk, and raw passion for reforming cannabis laws

👇 LINKS MENTIONED:

💚 Support us: www.supportdopepeople.com

📺 Peace Love & Cope Channel: youtube.com/@peaceloveandcope

🗞 Illinois Craft Showcase: https://illinoisnewsjoint.com/2nd-annual-illinois-craft-showcase-set-for-august-16/

💔 CBS on Funding Crisis: https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/lack-of-funding-cannabis-business-owners-stuck/

🧠 Learn about Minnesota's "Bong Water" law: https://www.marijuanamoment.net/minnesota-lawmakers-pass-bill-to-decriminalize-bong-water-ending-risk-of-decades-in-prison-over-drug-residue/

⏱️ CHAPTERS:

00:00:58 - start of the show

00:08:37 - Plugs

00:10:48 - Methods of ingestion

00:17:51 - Youtube Comments

00:21:22 - 2nd Annual Illinois Craft Showcase set for August 16

00:23:10 - Lack of funding to develop has some cannabis business owners stuck

00:32:07 - MCAB meets for first time since June 2024

00:38:39 - Texas House Approves Bill To Ban Consumable Hemp-Derived THC Products

00:46:13 - Minnesota Lawmakers Pass Bill To Decriminalize Bong Water, Ending Risk Of Decades In Prison Over Drug Residue

00:47:28 - Dave's Conditional Cannabis Corner

01:16:55 - Wrapping up

01:18:09 - Outro

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Welcome to The Elevated News Podcast with Two Dope Dudes – Aaron & Dave!

In Episode 92, we break down a wild week in cannabis news, culture, and community. From major arrests in Missouri to an American basketball player facing a possible death sentence in Indonesia over edibles, this episode is packed with real talk, laughs, and life-changing insights. Plus, we explore how cannabis could help with sleep apnea in Dave’s Conditional Cannabis Corner.

In This Episode:

• 🚨 Missouri arrests prove the war on weed continues
• 🇮🇩 Dallas athlete Jarred Shaw could face death penalty for cannabis candy
• 🧾 Minnesota passes bold new cannabis policy
• 🌿 Curaleaf expands into the Illinois hemp market
• 😴 Can cannabis help with sleep apnea? Dave breaks it down
• 💬 Honest takes, real community voices — no corporate fluff

Timestamps:

00:00 – Weekend recap: disc golf & dabs

02:27 – Shoutouts & support links

03:28 – Listener comments

08:14 – 50 lbs of weed, 2 men arrested in Missouri

12:14 – Jarred Shaw’s edible arrest in Indonesia

16:02 – Minnesota cannabis policy update

21:20 – Curaleaf’s hemp dispensary opens in Illinois

28:07 – New study: cannabis and sleep apnea

32:43 – Dave’s Conditional Cannabis Corner

42:33 – Reflections & community convo

56:14 – Outro

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Illinois cannabis sales are crashing — is the market broken or just burnt out? In this episode, Two Dope Dudes dig into the latest news from Illinois and Pennsylvania, break down the truth about odor-proof laws, and get real on how cannabis can help with general anxiety. Plus, Dave drops a powerful session in his Conditional Cannabis Corner. Spark up and stay elevated with the realest cannabis podcast in the game.

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⚖️ DISCLAIMER: The opinions expressed are solely those of the hosts and guests. Always consult legal professionals for specific cannabis law advice.

🎵 MUSIC CREDITS:

• Outro: Harris Heller/Streambeats

• Intro: Dave Cope and Suno

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