53 episodes

Welcome to "Northern Lights," a captivating podcast that illuminates the vibrant world of Minnesota's cannabis industry. Join us as we uncover the latest updates, share intriguing perspectives, and dive into the stories that shape this thriving community. From engaging conversations with industry trailblazers to spotlighting local businesses and groundbreaking initiatives, "Northern Lights " is your guide to the remarkable journey of cannabis in the Land of 10,000 Lakes. Stay informed, inspired, and connected as we explore the potential and progress within Minnesota's cannabis landscape.Learn more about the Minnesota Cannabis College at mncannabiscollege.org

Northern Lights Minnesota Cannabis College

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Welcome to "Northern Lights," a captivating podcast that illuminates the vibrant world of Minnesota's cannabis industry. Join us as we uncover the latest updates, share intriguing perspectives, and dive into the stories that shape this thriving community. From engaging conversations with industry trailblazers to spotlighting local businesses and groundbreaking initiatives, "Northern Lights " is your guide to the remarkable journey of cannabis in the Land of 10,000 Lakes. Stay informed, inspired, and connected as we explore the potential and progress within Minnesota's cannabis landscape.Learn more about the Minnesota Cannabis College at mncannabiscollege.org

    Episode 32 - Rescheduling on Schedule (with Rachelle Gordon and Drew Emmer)

    Episode 32 - Rescheduling on Schedule (with Rachelle Gordon and Drew Emmer)

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    This week, Steve and Tanner are joined by guest cohost Rachelle Gordon of Greenstate. Can you guess what we talk about in this episode? If you guessed the DEA's proposal to move cannabis from Schedule I to III, you're correct! If you guessed the bill introduced in Washington to regulate and deschedule cannabis federally, you're correct! If you guessed the CannOmnibus bill passing the Minnesota Senate, you're correct! And if you guessed the hosts discuss the measure making its way through the Minnesota Legislature to restrict packing (can you read six-point font?), then you're also correct! It's a busy week, and we top it off by trying Legacy Cup-winning Flo from The Stash, a watermelon strawberry beverage concoction.

    Then, Steve sits down with Drew Emmer, Strategic Relations at Boveda. They explore the history of the Minnesota-based company that innovated a product known across the country helping to Save The Terps. Drew recounts the connection between a cigar company and the legacy cannabis industry that reformed products today.

    Finally, it's time for another segment of Cooking with Clem, a collaboration between Doctor Dabs and Northern Lights Podcast. Today Clem's whipping up some Cajun Shrimp flavored with Infused Cajun Seasoning! Doctor Dabs Healthy Highs makes a wide variety of THC-infused products, including infused Maple Syrup from Taylors Falls, MN. Learn how to use Infused Cajun Seasoning to make your own infused meal at home!

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    Filmed and Recorded at the Dabbler Depot Studio in St. Paul

    Today's episode of Northern Lights is presented by North Star Law Group, your trusted partner in Minnesota's burgeoning legal cannabis industry. Learn more at northstarlaw.com

    Thank you to our sponsor NativeCare, Minnesota's first recreational cannabis dispensary, now on WeedMaps!

    Links from the Show:
    📜 HF 4571 - https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?f=HF4571&b=house&y=2024&ssn=0
    📜 S.4226 - A bill to decriminalize and deschedule cannabis - https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/4226
    🥤 Flo - https://www.instagram.com/wethestash_/
    👤 Drew Emmer - https://www.linkedin.com/in/drew-emmer-82544470
    🍨 Doctor Dabs Healthy Highs - https://www.doctordabshealthyhighs.com/

    Contents of this Podcast:
    00:00 - North Star Law Group Intro
    00:37 - Introductions
    11:32 - Minnesota Cannabis News (May 6)
    35:59 - Let's Try... Flo by The Stash
    48:50 - NativeCare Feature
    49:54 - Our Interview With... Colin Kelley
    01:56:19 - Cooking with Clem
    02:17:02 - Conclusion/End Credits
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    Episode 31 - The Stoned Poets Department (with Colin Kelley)

    Episode 31 - The Stoned Poets Department (with Colin Kelley)

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    As Taylor Swift would say, "My Friends All Smell Like Weed," because it's the first legal 4/20 in Minnesota! John and Tanner share their experiences celebrating at various events across the Twin Cities. Then they dig deep into legislation moving it's way through the chambers, both good (CannOmnibus) and bad (HF 4251). Next, we try Heti's new Meadow Cat Nap THC beverage, inspired by Dakota roots and created by Dana Thompson, co-creator of the James Beard Award-winning Owamni Restaurant.

    Then, Steve and Tanner sit down with Colin Kelley to discuss the history of cannabis in Minnesota and the future of national cannabis. Colin recounts the early days at Leafline Labs, from applying for a license to growing the first harvest, all while working within the confines of new and evolving regulations. They also discuss the value of bringing experience into your growing team when working in the cannabis industry.

    Finally, it's time for another segment of Cooking with Clem, a collaboration between Doctor Dabs and Northern Lights Podcast. Today Clem's whipping up some Stir Fried Veggies flavored with infused Jerk Seasoning! Doctor Dabs Healthy Highs makes a wide variety of THC-infused products, including infused Maple Syrup from Taylors Falls, MN. Learn how to use Infused Jerk Seasoning to make your own infused meal at home!

    Donate Today - mncannabiscollege.org/donate

    Filmed and Recorded at the Dabbler Depot Studio in St. Paul

    Today's episode of Northern Lights is presented by North Star Law Group, your trusted partner in Minnesota's burgeoning legal cannabis industry. Learn more at northstarlaw.com

    Links from the Show:
    📜 HF 4251 - https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF4251&ssn=0&y=2023
    🥤 Heti - https://hetiproducts.com/
    👤 Colin Kelley - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ckelley/
    🍨 Doctor Dabs Healthy Highs - https://www.doctordabshealthyhighs.com/
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    • 1 hr 57 min
    Episode 30 - LIVE at the Dabbler Depot's Seed and Sesh (April 19, 2024)

    Episode 30 - LIVE at the Dabbler Depot's Seed and Sesh (April 19, 2024)

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    The team behind Dabbler Depot has done it again, and by "it," we mean they've opened up another killer location for cannabis enthusiasts!

    This one stop shop not only carries products for home growing and cultivation, but also a huge range of low-dose products and smoking accessories.

    The space also includes the studio that this very stream is being held in, so there will be no place in town quite like it! Be sure to stop in this weekend for vendor tastings, seminars from experts, and various demonstrations to elevate your home grow!

    Located at 951 Payne Ave. St. Paul, Seed & Sesh is ready to ring in the holiday weekend in style! Join us!

    Donate Today - mncannabiscollege.org/donate

    Filmed and Recorded at the Dabbler Depot Studio in St. Paul

    Today's episode of Northern Lights is presented by North Star Law Group, your trusted partner in Minnesota's burgeoning legal cannabis industry. Learn more at northstarlaw.com
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    • 1 hr 42 min
    April 20 Special - It's 4/20, Charlie Brown (with Jen Reise and Sam Milstein)

    April 20 Special - It's 4/20, Charlie Brown (with Jen Reise and Sam Milstein)

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    It's 4/20/2024, and we're sparking up the celebrations in style! Join Steve and Tanner as they chill with Jen Randolph Reise from North Star Law Group and Sam Milstrain from Milstagrams THC Distribution for a blazingly fun 4/20 special episode. We're taking cannabis culture to new heights, experimenting with epic dab hits and weaving through festive segments. Get ready to play some wildly entertaining, holiday-themed games that embody the spirit of 4/20. Tune in, light up, and let the good times roll with plenty of laughter and legendary sessions!

    Donate Today - mncannabiscollege.org/donate

    Filmed and Recorded at the Dabbler Depot Studio in St. Paul

    Today's episode of Northern Lights is presented by North Star Law Group, your trusted partner in Minnesota's burgeoning legal cannabis industry. Learn more at northstarlaw.com

    Links from the Show:
    🛁 Bubble Hash Bonanza (Sun, May 5) - https://mncannabiscollege.org/hash/
    ⚖️ North Star Law Group - northstarlaw.com
    👤 Jen Randolph Reise - https://northstarlaw.com/jen-reise/
    🚚 Milstagrams THC Distribution - https://www.milstagrams.com/
    👤 Sam Milstein - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-milstein-a73695106


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    • 1 hr 24 min
    Episode 29 - $500,000 Up in Smoke (with Jeremy Sutherland)

    Episode 29 - $500,000 Up in Smoke (with Jeremy Sutherland)

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    4/20 is less than a week away, and the Department of Health is celebrating by destroying half a million dollars worth of illicit cannabis products. Marcus, Steve, and Tanner break that down, and a whole lot more happening throughout the state, including St. Joseph passing a moratorium while exploring municipal shops, roadside testers reporting a high participation rate, and more fun at the Legislature in St. Paul as the CannOmnibus bill makes it way through the law-making meat grinder. Next, we try 4 Canna, CannaConnect's new collab with Modist Brewing!

    Then, Marcus and Tanner sit down with Jeremy Sutherland to talk about his background with Hybrid Nation and his role as a co-founder of Crooked Beverage Co. We learn more about what brought him to the cannabis industry and try our best not to ask about Ryan Winkler’s cannabis habits (spoiler: we failed).

    Finally, it's time for another segment of Cooking with Clem, a collaboration between Doctor Dabs and Northern Lights Podcast. Today Clem's whipping up some Beghrir (Moroccan Pancakes) topped with infused Maple Syrup! Doctor Dabs Healthy Highs makes a wide variety of THC-infused products, including infused Maple Syrup from Taylors Falls, MN. Learn how to use Infused Maple Syrup to make your own ice cream at home!

    Donate Today - mncannabiscollege.org/donate

    Filmed and Recorded at the Dabbler Depot Studio in St. Paul

    Today's episode of Northern Lights is presented by North Star Law Group, your trusted partner in Minnesota's burgeoning legal cannabis industry. Learn more at northstarlaw.com

    Links from the Show:
    🪴 Curing Cannabis Correctly! (Mon, Apr 15) - https://mncannabiscollege.org/product/curing-cannabis-correctly/
    🛁 Bubble Hash Bonanza (Sun, May 5) - https://mncannabiscollege.org/hash/
    ⌨️ OCM’s 8th Survey (License Interest Assessment) - https://cannabis.mn.gov/rulemaking.html
    ☕ 4 Canna - https://modistbrewing.com/drinks/4-canna/
    🥤 Crooked Beverage Company - https://www.crookedbeverage.com/
    👤 Jeremy Sutherland - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremy-sutherland-aaabb1254
    🍨 Doctor Dabs Healthy Highs - https://www.doctordabshealthyhighs.com/
    🎓 2024 Spring Semester Course Roster - https://mncannabiscollege.org/growspring2024/
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    • 1 hr 27 min
    Episode 28 - April Showers Bring Cannabis Flowers (with Shawn Weber)

    Episode 28 - April Showers Bring Cannabis Flowers (with Shawn Weber)

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    As rainstorms wash away the last of the snow, they usher in a season of cannabis flowers in Minnesota, and John, Marcus, and Tanner are here to break it down. Expungements begin in May; Chippewa County says "no" to cannabis, while Wayzata says "Yes, please!"; and a dispensary two hours outside of Minnesota is offering to pay gas money to any Minnesotans making the trip. Then we crack into legislative updates while cracking open Gus Dean's NEW Royal Caramel Cold Brew, another home run!

    Next, Steve and Tanner sit down with Shawn Weber, owner/operator of Crested River and President of the Minnesota Cannabis Growers Cooperative and Industry Council. They dig into his past, exploring why he chooses to work to organize Minnesota's cannabis industry and discuss the next steps for Crested River as Minnesota moves into the next chapter of legalization.

    Finally, it's time for another segment of Cooking with Clem, a collaboration between Doctor Dabs and Northern Lights Podcast. Today Clem's whipping up some infused Maple Syrup Ice Cream! Doctor Dabs Healthy Highs makes a wide variety of THC-infused products, including infused Maple Syrup from Taylors Falls, MN. Learn how to use Infused Maple Syrup to make your own ice cream at home!

    Donate Today - mncannabiscollege.org/donate

    Filmed and Recorded at the Dabbler Depot Studio in St. Paul

    Today's episode of Northern Lights is presented by North Star Law Group, your trusted partner in Minnesota's burgeoning legal cannabis industry. Learn more at northstarlaw.com

    Links from the Show:
    🪴 Curing Cannabis Correctly! (Mon, Apr 15) - https://mncannabiscollege.org/product/curing-cannabis-correctly/🧑‍⚖️ Cannabis Expungement Board Website - https://mn.gov/ceb/☕ Gus Dean Canna Coffee - https://www.gusdeancannacoffee.com/🍫 Crested River - https://criver.cc/👤 Shawn Weber - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawnwweber/🍨 Doctor Dabs Healthy Highs - https://www.doctordabshealthyhighs.com/🎓 2024 Spring Semester Course Roster - https://mncannabiscollege.org/growspring2024/Support the Show.

    • 1 hr 29 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
12 Ratings

12 Ratings

CleanGreenMedia ,

Informative Minnesota Cannabis News Podcast

This is my go-to source for Minnesota cannabis news, I also enjoy the interviews because they are informative and the product tasting segments are hilarious thanks to Marcus! John provides great perspective and I love seeing Shana step into the role of co-host. This podcast is going to become a force to be reckoned with in 2024 and beyond!

MrSteveTheGuy ,

Best Podcast in Minnesota

The Northern Lights podcast by the Minnesota Cannabis College is the most entertaining and fun podcast covering the cannabis industry in Minnesota. I especially enjoy Tanner, the host, who also produces the podcast. He does a great job!

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