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Are Most Hemp Products Actually Synthetic? Shocking New Study Reveals the Truth!

Cannabis Legalization News Season 6 Episode 545

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In this episode, we dive into the study that found 95% of tested products—including 97% of vapes—were made using synthetic processes rather than naturally extracted cannabinoids. Some even contained kratom and hallucinogenic mushrooms! 🚨 🔍 Key Topics: ✔️ The rise of synthetic cannabinoids in the hemp industry ✔️ How unregulated hemp products bypass current laws ✔️ What this means for consumers and potential legal changes Navigating Cannabis Industry Challenges: From Regulation to Launching a Dispensary In this episode, Miggy420 and Tom discuss various topics related to cannabis legalization and industry challenges. They explore the complications arising from hemp-derived products, the necessity for regulatory standards, and the hurdles of launching a cannabis dispensary in a highly regulated state. The episode also touches on experiences from other states like Texas and California, the role of publicly traded cannabis companies, and the importance of medical marijuana advocacy. Notably, they celebrate gaining zoning approval for their prospective downtown Pekin dispensary. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:42 First Story: Synthetic Cannabinoids 04:14 Hemp's Role in Environmental Remediation 06:48 Cannabis Infused Pizza for Pi Day 08:30 Newsweek's Take on Marijuana Legalization 11:41 Injectable Cannabis Controversy 14:27 Lawsuit Against Trulieve and Banking Reforms 19:26 Potential Winners of Marijuana Rescheduling 27:43 AAA Research on Cannabis and Driving 31:38 HHC Added to Schedule Two 51:34 Corporate Influence in the Cannabis Industry 51:57 The Hemp Pivot and Consumer Policy 52:36 Regulation and Market Dynamics 52:56 The Brewing Industry Parallel 53:29 State-Specific Cannabis Markets 54:48 The Texas Cannabis Conundrum 56:26 Challenges in Cannabis Licensing 57:49 Interstate Market and Federal Legalization 01:01:15 The Role of ASTM in Cannabis Regulation 01:05:08 The Importance of Business Culture 01:07:54 Cannabis Events and Community Impact 01:13:57 Navigating Legal and Financial Hurdles 01:16:44 The Future of Cannabis Legalization 01:26:05 Concluding Thoughts and Next Steps

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