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Milestones and Market Moves: Illinois Tax Changes, NYC Crackdowns, and Shangri-La's expansion
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In this milestone episode of Cannabis Man, we celebrate an incredible achievement: being ranked in the Top 10% of all podcasts worldwide! With listeners tuning in from 82 countries and over 1,400 cities, we are humbled and grateful for your continued support.
News Joint Wrap:
- Illinois cannabis tax changes and Governor JB Pritzker’s announcement of $5.5 million in new social equity grants for cannabis businesses.
- Upcoming Illinois Craft Showcase at Molly's Joint in Tilton on September 7th—tickets are available now at IllinoisNewsJoint.com.
Product Review:
- A detailed review of Daze Off Taste Buds Strawberry Lemon-fade gummies from the Best In Grass Illinois judge kit. Don dives into taste, texture, and the effects experienced.
National News:
- The persistent ‘reefer madness’ mentality: GOP Senators Josh Hawley and Rick Scott oppose cannabis rescheduling, still viewing it as a gateway drug. Don discusses the importance of knowing where candidates stand on cannabis ahead of the November elections.
- New York City’s cannabis crackdown: A state Supreme Court judge’s ruling allows a dispensary shut down by Operation Padlock to reopen, marking a significant challenge to the statewide crackdown.
- In Morocco, nearly 5,000 cannabis farmers receive pardons from the King—learn about the significance of the Beldia strain and Morocco’s cannabis culture.
Guest Interview:
- This week’s guest is Kepal Patel, President of Shangri-La Dispensaries. We talk about their patient-first approach, the unique design of their Springfield, IL dispensary, and the future potential of interstate cannabis commerce.
Tune in for all this and more on an episode filled with gratitude, critical insights, and the latest cannabis news!
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