Northern Lights
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
Learn more about the Minnesota Cannabis College at mncannabiscollege.org
Episodes
63 episodes since 2023
S2:E1 - Festival Season, Sneaky Mayors, and Newly Discovered "Berry" Varieties
And we're back for Season Two! Join John, Steve, and Tanner as they break down the festival season, explore how a mayor got off the hook for growing cannabis, and sample a newly discovered berry variety in the studio, compliments of Skal...
September 17, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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1:14:26
Office of Cannabis Management License Preapproval Information Session on Wed, July 24, 2024
The Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) hosted an informational webinar to guide social equity applicants through the process of completing the application for cannabis business license preapproval in Minnesota.Presenters:
July 25, 2024
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55:20
Summer Break Bonus: A Midsummer Night's Update
This week, Steve and Tanner are back with a summer break bonus episode, diving into the past month in Minnesota cannabis. The Pre-Approval Process is underway for Social Equity Applicants, marking a significant step forward for inclusivity in t...
July 22, 2024
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55:43
Social Equity Verification Workshop (MN Office of Cannabis Management June 21 Event Recording)
Welcome to the MNCC recording of the Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) training session on completing the social equity verification process. This is the crucial first step for potential social equity applicants aiming to participat...
June 24, 2024
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1:38:14
Episode 37 - Days Away From Verification
Get ready for an action-packed week on our latest podcast! We're diving into a series of significant events starting with the Implementation Update on June 18th, followed by the Cannabis Advisory Council Quarterly Meeting on June 20th, and the ...
June 18, 2024
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Episode 37
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1:06:49
Episode 36 - Six Weeks Until Applications Open (with Jacob Schlichter)
We're back, and it's been a busy week! Fond du Lac Band set to start cannabis production in northeastern Minnesota, Sweetest Grass (Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe) opens to the public on Thursday, and more than one-third of adults may qualify for so...
June 10, 2024
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Episode 36
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1:29:28
Event Rebroadcast: Brewing a Budding Market: THC Beverages in Minnesota (CannaConnectMN 04)
We're out this week, but we wanted to share a discussion from our friends at CannaConnect!! This panel, Brewing a Budding Market: THC Beverages in Minnesota, dives into the exciting world of THC-infused beverages, exploring the specifics of bri...
June 03, 2024
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55:40
Episode 35 - One Year Since Passage (with Marcus Harcus!)
Walter Cup Finals, Western Conference Finals, and the CannOmnibus Bill signed into law in the same week? You know it, and Marcus and Tanner are here to break down everything going on in Minnesota. Also, daily cannabis use outpaces daily drinkin...
May 27, 2024
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Episode 35
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1:40:12
Episode 34 - Jonesing for Justice (with Sam Milstein and Jordan Fallis)
UPDATE SINCE FILMING: HF 4757 HAS PASSED BOTH THE HOUSE AND THE SENATE; NOW HEADS TO GOVERNOR'S DESKThis week, Tanner is joined by guest cohost Sam Milstrain from Milstagrams THC Distribution. The Minnesota Department of Public Safety B...
May 20, 2024
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Episode 34
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2:10:14
Episode 33 - Commit-tea and Coffee (With Kayla Fearing and Minimum Wage Tim)
This week, Marcus, John, and Tanner are joined by guest cohost Kayla Fearing of Healing Fear Consulting. Another Native nation in Minnesota weighs entering the cannabis industry, Minnesotans sue to be able to sell their home grown cannabis, and...
May 13, 2024
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Episode 33
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2:19:13
Episode 32 - Rescheduling on Schedule (with Rachelle Gordon and Drew Emmer)
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 th...
May 06, 2024
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Episode 32
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2:20:13
Episode 31 - The Stoned Poets Department (with Colin Kelley)
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 movin...
April 29, 2024
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Episode 31
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1:57:48
Episode 30 - LIVE at the Dabbler Depot's Seed and Sesh (April 19, 2024)
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 rang...
April 22, 2024
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Episode 30
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1:42:29
April 20 Special - It's 4/20, Charlie Brown (with Jen Reise and Sam Milstein)
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 episod...
April 20, 2024
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1:24:25
Episode 29 - $500,000 Up in Smoke (with Jeremy Sutherland)
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, ...
April 15, 2024
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Episode 29
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1:27:34
Episode 28 - April Showers Bring Cannabis Flowers (with Shawn Weber)
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 ...
April 08, 2024
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Episode 28
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1:29:36
Cooking with Clem Maple Ice Cream (Featuring Infused Maple Syrup) | Doc Dabs x Northern Lights Pod
🌿 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 pr...
April 04, 2024
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4:38
Episode 27 - The Body (High) Enters The Ring (w/ Brock Friesen & Lauren Bertrand)
Let's get ready to rumble!! In a one-two punch, Marcus and Tanner break down this week in cannabis news. First, we dig deep into Jesse Ventura Farms, the newest cannabis company in Minnesota that happens to be led by Former Minnesota Governor J...
April 01, 2024
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Episode 27
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2:00:47
MNCC Featured on MPR News! | As state government rolls out legal cannabis, nonprofit works to prepare people to enter the market
We're super excited about our conversation with Cathy Wurzer on MPR's Minnesota Now! It was an incredible opportunity to dive deep into our mission, discuss the insights from our podcast Northern Lights, and share our vision for the future l...
March 28, 2024
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8:01
Episode 26 - Big Dreams for Small Business (with Mike Kanowitz and Scott Swail)
As the snow flutters down in a spring flurry, grab your coziest blanket and a steaming mug of hot dish to join us for an enlightening episode of "Northern Lights." This week, hosts Tanner and John welcome Jerry Collins, the visionary behind Big...
March 25, 2024
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Episode 26
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2:17:54
What to Expect When You're Expecting (An Inspection) | March 21, 2023 Event Rebroadcast
Join us for a comprehensive discussion designed to help businesses navigate the inspection process, understand compliance requirements, and streamline operations! Here’s a look back at the insights and highlights from the event!🎤 Insigh...
March 22, 2024
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1:21:28
Episode 25 - THC-A(in't Allowed) (with Jeff Brinkman)
The crackdown on THC-A flower begins, and John, Marcus, and Tanner are here to break down what it means for you. They also discuss a recent letter sent to the President by Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN5) and 35 other members of Congress; it demands mor...
March 18, 2024
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Episode 25
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1:43:03
Episode 23 - Craft Cannabis Uncapped (with Bob Galligan)
Things are growing in the right direction in the North Star State! Mille Lacs will soon be home to a 50,000-square-foot grow facility, Pope and Chisago County are considering a cannabis prohibition, and "THC-A" may soon face regulatory action. ...
March 11, 2024
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Episode 24
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1:49:48
Episode 23 - The Doctor Is In (with Dr. Clemon Dabney III)
It's March, and the Doctor is in! We're joined in the studio by a slew of guests, helping to update us on everything going on in the Minnesota cannabis industry. First, John, Steve, and Tanner break down the news around Minnesota's Cannabis Exp...
March 04, 2024
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Episode 23
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1:58:19
Black History Month Bonus Episode #5 - Our Interview With... Steven Brown
🎙️ Celebrating Black History Month, we're shining a spotlight on Minnesota's trailblazing Black cannabis entrepreneurs, whose vital contributions are helping to heal the scars left by the war on drugs.In this episode, we speak with Stev...
February 29, 2024
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