Hemp Legally Speaking Jonathan Miller - National Leading Hemp Attorney & Advocate
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With hemp being legalized only recently, legal and regulatory regimes concerning the crop and its products such as CBD are continually evolving. Jonathan Miller, who helped craft much of federal and state hemp laws in his role as General Counsel of the US Hemp Roundtable, hosts a biweekly podcast in which he engages in 15-20 minute discussions of cutting-edge legal issues facing the industry. Jonathan speaks on each program with subject matter experts from Frost Brown Todd’s nationally leading hemp practice group.
If you have questions or ideas for Hemp related topics, email us at hemplegallyspeaking@fbtlaw.com.
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Bill Bookout and a New Study on Hemp for Pets
Jonathan Miller interviews Bill Bookout, President of the National Animal Supplements Council, about an exciting new study on the impact of hemp and CBD on household pets. If you have questions about the episode or ideas for Hemp related topics, email us at hemplegallyspeaking@fbtlaw.com. Hemp Industry questions covered in the episode:
What is the current marketplace for hemp supplements for pets?How are pet owners finding value for administering hemp and CBD?What were the results of the new study NASC commissioned on the use of hemp and CBD for pets?How will this study shape future regulatory action from the FDA?What advice do you give to pet owners on hemp and CBD pet products? -
Former DEA Administrator Uttam Dhillon and Law Enforcement Views of Hemp and Cannabis
Jonathan Miller interviews Uttam Dhillon, the former Acting Administrator of the Drug Enforcement Administration and current partner at Frost Brown Todd, about federal law enforcement views of hemp and cannabis, and the potential rescheduling and descheduling of cannabis. If you have questions about the episode or ideas for Hemp related topics, email us at hemplegallyspeaking@fbtlaw.com. Hemp Industry questions covered in the episode:
As the DEA head when hemp was legalized, why was the agency so concerned about hemp prior to legalization?What are the prospects of rescheduling cannabis, and what would serve as the regulatory framework?Why is law enforcement so generally opposed to cannabis legalization?Why does the DEA care about hemp/cannabis when there are so much more dangerous drugs affecting the country like heroin or fentanyl?What are the most common misperceptions about DEA agent and their motivations? -
Former "Drug Czar" Jim Carroll and the Potential Rescheduling of Cannabis
Jonathan Miller interviews Jim Carroll, the former White House "Drug Czar" and current partner at Frost Brown Todd, about federal law enforcement views of hemp and cannabis, and the potential rescheduling of marijuana. If you have questions about the episode or ideas for Hemp related topics, email us at hemplegallyspeaking@fbtlaw.com. Hemp Industry questions covered in the episode:
How does federal law enforcement view cannabis and its potential legalization?Are there more nuanced views toward hemp and CBD at the federal level?What is the status of the Biden Administration's potential efforts to reschedule cannabis at Schedule 3, and what would it mean?What would be an appropriate regulatory regime for cannabis under Schedule 3?How should the cannabis industry prepare for rescheduling?How would rescheduling impact hemp and hemp extracts? -
Deb Hackathorn and the Battle for Hemp Products in Ohio
Jonathan Miller interviews Deb Hackathorn, Frost Brown Todd principal and the U.S Hemp Roundtable's lobbyist in Columbus, about legislative efforts to ban certain hemp products in the Buckeye State. If you have questions about the episode or ideas for Hemp related topics, email us at hemplegallyspeaking@fbtlaw.com. Hemp Industry questions covered in the episode:
Ohioans passed a referendum in November to legalize adult-use marijuana. What was the reaction of the Governor and legislature on its implementation?What was the nature of legislation proposed in December that could have posed severe restrictions on hemp products in Ohio?How did the hemp industry secure defeat of provisions that could have devastated Ohio farmers?What are the Governor and legislature planning to do in the new year on these issues?How can citizens make their voices heard in a meaningful way on this issue? -
Dr. Sibyl Swift and Lance Blundell on CBD Safety
Jonathan Miller interviews CMDMd's Chief Science Officer Sibyl Swift and General Counsel Lance Blundell on the safety and future regulation of CBD. If you have questions about the episode or ideas for Hemp related topics, email us at hemplegallyspeaking@fbtlaw.com. Hemp Industry questions covered in the episode:
Is CBD safe? From a legal perspective? From a scientific point of view?Why does the FDA continue to caution the public about the safety of hemp extracts like CBD?What are the steps Congress needs to take to ensure safe regulation of CBD?How should Congress approach the issue of potentially-impairing cannabinoids like delta-8 THC?What does Dr. Swift have to say about the growing #Swiftie movement? -
Rand Martin and the Battle for Hemp Products in California
Jonathan Miller interviews Rand Martin, the U.S Hemp Roundtable's lobbyist in Sacramento, about ongoing legislative and regulatory efforts to support (and burden) hemp products in California. If you have questions about the episode or ideas for Hemp related topics, email us at hemplegallyspeaking@fbtlaw.com. Hemp Industry questions covered in the episode:
What was in AB 45, the legislation that legalized CBD products in California, and how did it finally secure final passage?How has the hemp smokable ban been addressed (or fail to be addressed) since passage of AB 45, and what are its prospects for the future?How did recently introduced AB 420 intend to permit cannabis licensees to sell hemp products and what was the level of support for such a proposal?When did AB 420 get enmeshed in the national debate over THC milligram limits on hemp products and what was the end result of the discussions?What is the future of legislative and or regulatory policy when it comes to the treatment of full spectrum hemp products in California?
Customer Reviews
Complex topics / easily consumed
Highly informative, complext topics distilled down to the essense and intelligent dialog that engages the audience. When you peal away the unknown, politics and bad press, you realize amazing science, history and unleashed potential of this market. Grateful that Jonathan breaks it down so everyone can engage in the conversation. Best of luck with the new show!
Great way to stay informed
The top lawyer in the Hemp space has a podcast now… it’s a must listen.