Please SCROLL DOWN on this page for the archive of NORML's Daily Audio Stash Podcast from June 25, 2007 to February 8th 2008.
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 - SHOW NOTE: OREGON NORML's "RADICAL" RUSS BELVILLE TO BEGIN HOSTING THE AUIO STASH MONDAY - FRIDAY ON FEBRUARY 11th
 LEGISLATIVE ACTION ALERTS -FROM NORMLThere are a number of state legislative actions moving forward around the country - GET INVOLVED NOW!
Event Audio
Paul Armentano
NORML Deputy Director
Paul's Speech at the DPA 2007 Conference
Steve Bloom
Writer/Designer
Author, columnist and producer Steve Bloom joins us each Friday to discuss the stories at celebstoner.com
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BEST OF AUDIO STASH
JOURNALIST INTERVIEWS (1/2/08)
Originally Aired March 29th 2007
Michelle Levine
Pro Marijuana Party In Israel Says Pot "Not Kosher" for Passover
Michelle joined us by phone from Tel Aviv to discuss this story which has garnered international media attention.
Michelle and Chris share a fascinating discussion of the rules that may apply to cannabis during Passover for religious Jews; the biblical references to cannabis; marijuana and hash in Israel today; and where cannabis reform efforts are moving.
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Originally Aired August 1st 2007
Maia Szalavitz
Journalist/Author/Blogger
Maia Szalavitz is a journalist who covers health, science and public policy. She writes for STATS at George Mason University, a group that is "checking out the facts and figures behind the news." She wrote an excellent analysis of the Lancet media Coverage READ FULL ARTICLE HERE. Maia joins us today to discuss her findings.
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Originally Aired December 5th 2007
Froma Harrop
Syndicated Columnist
 Froma joins us today to discuss her recent column Obama Drugs and Everyone Else . In the piece she calls on Senator Obama and other presidential candidates to take a stronger stance against prohibition. Harrop goes over some of the other powerful politicians who have admitted past substance use...but were never arrested. Froma and Chris discuss the double standard for politicians and how they can make an anti-prohibition stance a political asset.Links:
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- SHOW NOTE: THURSDAY'S AUDIO STASH WILL BE GUEST-HOSTED BY "RADICAL" RUSS BELVILLE
LEGISLATIVE ACTION ALERTS -FROM NORML
There are a number piece of state legislation moving forward around the country - GET INVOLVED NOW!
Cannabis Science
Dr. Mitch Earleywine
 Today: Audio Stash Producer Chris Goldstein and Dr. Mitch expand on the following story from the NORML Weekly Press Release
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LEGISLATIVE ACTION ALERTS -FROM NORML
There are a number piece of state legislation moving forward around the country - GET INVOLVED NOW!
Focus Interview
Paul Armentano
NORML Deputy Director
Podsafe Music
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LEGISLATIVE ACTION ALERTS -FROM NORML
There are a number piece of state legislation moving forward around the country - GET INVOLVED NOW!
CA NORML- 2007 Review
Dale Gieringer
CA NORML Director
Dale was instrumental in the passage of Prop 215 and SB 420 in California and continues to be the foremost contact for medical marijuana and reform issues in the state that maintains the most widely used medical access program in the country. Dale joins us to discuss some of the most important events of 2007 for marijuana in California.
Podsafe Music
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Cannabis Science
Dr. Mitch Earleywine
New Hampshire DeCrim
 Matt Simon
FROM NHCOMMON SENSE: An initial hearing on HB 1623 was held Jan. 22 by the NH House Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee. Supporters of this reduction in marijuana penalties made a strong impression on the committee...
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HOLIDAY RE-PLAY (Originally Aired 1-15-07)
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Racism and Prohibition
 Today we're featuring Event Audio from the NORML 2006 Conference and an interview with
Billy is a former Maryland Judge and one of the Nation's Top Lawyers.
His 2006 NORML Conference Speech was an extremely powerful and moving presentation.
In the interview, Audio Stash Host Chris Goldstein and Murphy discuss the problem of racist prohibition enforcement and America's staggering prison population as reported by the Department of Justice.
Mr. Murphy's understanding of race and the Drug War is personal and direct...his passion and eloquence make him one of the most important voices advocating an end to the Drug Prohibition.
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News Focus 
News Focus Interview
Paul Armentano
NORML Deputy Director
Cannabis Science
Dr. Mitch Earleywine
Today: Cannabis and Driving
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News Focus Interview Re-Play
Feature Interview - ORIGINALLY AIRED 4-18-2007
Marc Emery
Publisher, Activist and
The Prince of Pot
Marc joins us today to discuss his extradition hearing in May as well as his current projects online. Marc also presents a frank discussion of marijuana politics in the US and Canada.
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News Headlines
Interview
Jon Gettman
2007 US Marijuana Crop
Jon Gettman is a marijuana policy reform advocate who pours though reams of government data to publish on the issue of marijuana economics. We'll discuss his report Marijuana Cultivation in the United States 2006; How to Tax and Regulate Marijuana and how we find out the number of pot-smokers who live in the US. Gettman's research was recently highlighted in a Forbes Magazine article Marijuana: The $42 Billion Question
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Steve Bloom
Writer/Designer
Author, columnist and producer Steve Bloom joins us each Friday to discuss the stories at celebstoner.com
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NH PRIMARY COVERAGE
News Headlines
 2008 Presidential Race NH PRIMARY SPECIAL
Allen St. Pierre
Matt Simon
Aaron Houston
D Government Relations at the Marijuana Policy Project.
AUDIO STASH - Presidential Candidate Interviews
Recorded 5-24-07
Republican Presidential Candidate
Congressman Paul joined us for his second interview on the Audio Stash and offers some surprising insights into Hemp Farming, Prohibition Policy, Medical Marijuana and the Internet.
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Recorded 6-12-07
Mike Gravel
Democratic Presidential Candidate
Mr. Gravel is the only current US presidential candidate to openly call for marijuana legalization. He discuss the issue today in our exclusive interview.
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MORE PRESIDENTIAL MARIJUANA AUDIO
Looking for more presidential candidates talking about marijuana? Check out the following two sites, between them almost every current candidate answers questions about marijuana.
sendtherightmessage.com . is an all volunteer effort to ask presidential candidates about marijuana and the so-called War on Drugs. Their video gathered answers from Bill Richardson, Mitt Romney, Ron Paul and more.
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Granite Staters for Medical Marijuana. GSSM gathered video of all the Democrats including Barack Obama and John Edwards indicating they would stop federal raids on medical marijuana dispensaries in California.
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NOTE- NEW STASH WITH NH PRIMARY ROUND-UP JANUARY 9th- 4:20PM ET!
News Headlines
2008 Presidential Race
Matt Simon
We continue our full coverage of the US Presidential Race of 2008 by speaking with Matt Simon of sendtherightmessage.com . Matt is running an all volunteer effort to ask presidential candidates about marijuana and the so-called War on Drugs. He captures their answers on video that gets posted at youtube.com.
Today Matt and Chris kick off the coverage of the NH Presidential Primary. Matt is based in New Hampshire and offers us the on-the-ground view of the election tomorrow. They discuss the Iowa results, who might run independent, Ron Paul's media coverage and which candidates could really make the changes they are stumping on. Matt has presented a sendtherightmessage.com Candidate Report Card for voters to reference and is recent blog was published at the Huffington Post READ IT HERE.
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Podsafe Music
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News Headlines
Full coverage of these Top Ten Events will be upcoming on the Audio Stash with many expert voices to discuss the stories in-depth.
Steve Bloom
Writer/Designer
Author, columnist and producer Steve Bloom joins us each Friday to discuss the stories at celebstoner.com
2007 Year-in-Review SPECIAL TODAY!
 The CelebStoner countdown includes celebrity busts, stoner starlets, DEA raids, pro-pot candidates, steroids users, Paris Hilton, Amy Winehouse, Owen Wilson and more!Cameron Diaz puffs in Hawaii
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& We've got three dramas, a comedy and a musical in
which weed, heroin, speed and LSD all played major roles.
Plus, the Best Pot Scene of the year. MORE HERE
Alpha Dog stars Justin Timberlake and Emile Hirsh
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PODSAFE MUSIC
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HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Annual News Review
Full coverage of these Top Ten Events will be upcoming on the Audio Stash with many expert voices to discuss the stories in-depth.
BEST OF AUDIO STASH- JOURNALIST INTERVIEWS
Originally Aired March 29th 2007
Michelle Levine
Pro Marijuana Party In Israel Says Pot "Not Kosher" for Passover
Michelle joined us by phone from Tel Aviv to discuss this story which has garnered international media attention.
Michelle and Chris share a fascinating discussion of the rules that may apply to cannabis during Passover for religious Jews; the biblical references to cannabis; marijuana and hash in Israel today; and where cannabis reform efforts are moving.
LINK:
Originally Aired August 1st 2007
Maia Szalavitz
Journalist/Author/Blogger
Maia Szalavitz is a journalist who covers health, science and public policy. She writes for STATS at George Mason University, a group that is "checking out the facts and figures behind the news." She wrote an excellent analysis of the Lancet media Coverage READ FULL ARTICLE HERE. Maia joins us today to discuss her findings.
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Originally Aired December 5th 2007
Froma Harrop
Syndicated Columnist
Froma joins us today to discuss her recent column Obama Drugs and Everyone Else . In the piece she calls on Senator Obama and other presidential candidates to take a stronger stance against prohibition. Harrop goes over some of the other powerful politicians who have admitted past substance use...but were never arrested. Froma and Chris discuss the double standard for politicians and how they can make an anti-prohibition stance a political asset.
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Annual News Review
Full coverage of these Top Ten Events will be upcoming on the Audio Stash after Jan 1st with many expert voices to discuss the stories in-depth.
AUDIO STASH NEW YEAR'S MUSIC MIX!
Today we're rolling out some of the best music we've featured this year on the Stash.
So kick back and enjoy a freedom filled, green New Year with NORML's Daily Audio Stash!
All Artist information for 12-31-07 listed below.
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AUDIO STASH HOLIDAY REPLAY
BEST OF THE AUDIO STASH 2007
Presidential Candidate Interviews
Recorded 5-24-07
Republican Presidential Candidate
Congressman Paul joined us for his second interview on the Audio Stash and offers some surprising insights into Hemp Farming, Prohibition Policy, Medical Marijuana and the Internet.
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Recorded 6-12-07
Mike Gravel
Democratic Presidential Candidate
Mr. Gravel is the only current US presidential candidate to openly call for marijuana legalization. He discuss the issue today in our exclusive interview.
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MORE PRESIDENTIAL- MARIJUANA AUDIO
Looking for more presidential candidates talking about marijuana? Check out the following two sites, between them almost every current candidate answers questions about marijuana.
sendtherightmessage.com . is an all volunteer effort to ask presidential candidates about marijuana and the so-called War on Drugs. Their video gathered answers from Bill Richardson, Mitt Romney, Ron Paul and more.
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Granite Staters for Medical Marijuana. GSSM gathered video of all the Democrats including Barack Obama and John Edwards indicating they would stop federal raids on medical marijuana dispensaries in California.
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PODSAFE MUSIC
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Cannabis Science - BEST OF 2007
 Dr. Mitch Earleywine
Four of the archived weekly interviews with Chris and Mitch.
- Student Drug Testing (1-17-07)
- Power of Persuasion (6-13-07)
- Holiday Stress (12-5-07)
- Smoked Marijuana and HIV- Neuropathy (6-28-07)
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Daily News
Steve Bloom
Writer/Designer
Author, columnist and producer Steve Bloom joins us each Friday to discuss the stories at celebstoner.com
Today Steve starts off with Adrienne Curry's Playboy Magazine cover then talks about the procreat-ific Sisters Spears. He also discusses Canadian 'budder' and gives a review of the Dewey Cox movie.
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*NOTE: BEST OF STASH
FOCUS INTERVIEW
Originally Aired on March 28, 2007
Clarence is a columnist at the Chicago Tribune and a political commentator who appears frequently on television talk shows. Chris and Clarence discuss the racial disparities of marijuana prohibition. They also explore the broader issue in, at times, a very personal discussion of racism in America.
Cannabis Science
Originally Aired on March 28, 2007
Today: Racism
Dr Earleywine is professor of psychology at SUNY Albany and this week we're looking at the psychology of racism. Mitch also offers solution for combating racism for individuals and society.
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Daily News
 Latest Marijuana Smoke Warnings Could Be Mitigated By Vaporization
News Focus Interview
Paul Armentano
National NORML
  Paul is NORML Senior Policy Analyst and author of the Emerging Clinical Applications Review Book. Paul's OPEDs, articles and publication are some of the best resources for marijuana information and reform centered commentary in the country.
Cannabis Science
Dr. Mitch Earleywine
Today: Mitch discusses the common use of prescription drugs outside of doctors; attitudes towards prescription drugs; performance enhancing drugs; vaporization and a little baseball.
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2008 Presidential Race
Matt Simon
We continue our full coverage of the US Presidential Race of 2008 by speaking with two groups in New Hampshire who are getting all of the candidates on-camera answering questions about medical marijuana and marijuana policy. Today we'll speak with Matt Simon of sendtherightmessage.com . Matt is running an all volunteer effort to ask presidential candidates about marijuana and the so-called War on Drugs. He captures their answers on video that gets posted at youtube.com.
Today Matt and Chris have an extended conversation to cover all of the happenings in NH. They discuss a 20/20 interview by John Stossel of Ron Paul that went direct to the web; The comments made by Bill Shaheen about Barack Obama; The sendtherightmessage.com Candidate Report Card and John Edwards' youtube video on medical marijuana. We'll hear the audio of the Edwards youtube post, the full video can be found HERE.
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A HUGE 'THANK YOU' TO ALL THE STASH LISTENERS
FOR YOUR SUPPORT IN MAKING OUR RE:LEGALIZE ONLINE FUND DRIVE A SUCCESS! - Chris
Daily News
Oregon NORML- Oregon Medical Cannabis Awards Audio
Today we feature a stash of audio and reports of reports from Radical Russ Belville at the Oregon Medical Cannabis Awards 2007!
Russ has his own popular radio program in Portland, OR and can be found online at www.radicalruss.net.
We'll hear Russ interview NORML's Founder Keith Stroup and hear audio from the events. Some of the voices include Madeline Martinez, the Director of Oregon NORML; D. Paul Stanford, a local medical cannabis pioneer; Audio from the Awards Ceremony and an interview with the OMCA winner.
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digg SHOW NOTE Dec. 14th: 1+ Hour program today!
Daily News
NEWS FOCUS INTERVIEW
Allen St. Pierre
NORML Executive Director
 NORML's Executive Director, Allen St. Pierre joins us today to discuss the Daily News today and check in during the final push in our Re-Legalize Fundraiser this week
Please take a moment, right now, to make your end-of-year charitable donation to NORML. DONATE NOW
Oregon NORML- Monthly Report
Oregon Medical Cannabis Awards
 Today we feature the first of our new monthly reports with Radical Russ Belville of OR NORML.. Russ has his own popular radio program in Portland, OR and can be found online at www.radicalruss.net.
In the ORNOMRL Report today well hear Russ interview Madeline Martinez, the Director of Oregon NORML, as she prepares to host the annual Oregon Medical Cannabis Awards on Saturday December 15th. More info is available at www.ornorml.org
Steve Bloom
Writer/Designer
Author, columnist and producer Steve Bloom joins us each Friday to discuss the stories at celebstoner.com
Today we hear Steve weigh on the Mitchell Report that names many names in Major League Baseball. Also Steve discusses some interesting new photos of Woody Harrelson and Owen Wilson hanging out with a little green... www.celebstoner.com
RE-LEGALIZE FUNDRAISER
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
MAKE A DONATION RIGHT NOW!
RE-LEGALIZE TOOLS!
Please take a moment, right now, to make your end-of-year charitable donation to NORML. DONATE NOW
Your contribution will help to assure that NORML can continue its vital work in 2008 and beyond. DONATE NOW
NORML has always been a grassroots advocacy effort and cannot continue to grow this vital work without your help. By donating today, for as little as $5.00 you can help us protect and serve the tens of millions of Americans who use cannabis to enhance their lives. Your online activism and generosity during the Re-Legalize Fundraiser this week can help us represent the millions more who recognize the failure of marijuana prohibition .DONATE NOW
Music and Comedy
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NEWS FOCUS INTERVIEW
RE-LEGALIZE FUNDRAISER - THIS WEEK!
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
MAKE A DONATION RIGHT NOW!
RE-LEGALIZE TOOLS!
Please take a moment, right now, to make your end-of-year charitable donation to NORML. DONATE NOW
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Your contribution will help to assure that NORML can continue its vital work in 2008 and beyond. DONATE NOW
NORML has always been a grassroots advocacy effort and cannot continue to grow this vital work without your help. By donating today, for as little as $5.00 you can help us protect and serve the tens of millions of Americans who use cannabis to enhance their lives. Your online activism and generosity during the Re-Legalize Fundraiser this week can help us represent the millions more who recognize the failure of marijuana prohibition .DONATE NOW
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RE-LEGALIZE FUNDRAISER - THIS WEEK!
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
RE-LEGALIZE TOOLS!
Please take a moment, right now, to make your end-of-year charitable donation to NORML. DONATE NOW
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Your contribution will help to assure that NORML can continue its vital work in 2008 and beyond. DONATE NOW
NORML has always been a grassroots advocacy effort and cannot continue to grow this vital work without your help. By donating today, for as little as $5.00 you can help us protect and serve the tens of millions of Americans who use cannabis to enhance their lives. Your online activism and generosity during the Re-Legalize Fundraiser this week can help us represent the millions more who recognize the failure of marijuana prohibition .DONATE NOW
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Cannabis Science
Dr. Mitch Earleywine
Today: Final Exams - How to Study AND Party
Mitch is a college professor and knows the stress students endure during exam time. Today Dr. Earleywine offers tips to deal with Exam stress and how students can study and have fun in the holiday season!
Interview
Ron Fisher
NORML Outreach coordinator
Ron helps NORML's National office interact with he 120+ local NORML Chapters....and he's the administrator of the NORML FaceBook Cause which now has over 350, 000 members. Ron joins us today to check in on the Re-Legalize Effort this week
RE-LEGALIZE SPECIAL
LISTENER EMAILS
We'll read some of the comments and emails that have come in from Audio Stash listeners during the Re-Legalize effort this week!
Music
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RE-LEGALIZE FUNDRAISER
Please take a moment, right now, to make your end-of-year charitable donation to NORML. DONATE NOW
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Your contribution will help to assure that NORML can continue its vital work in 2008 and beyond. DONATE NOW
NORML has always been a grassroots advocacy effort and cannot continue to grow this vital work without your help. By donating today, for as little as $5.00 you can help us protect and serve the tens of millions of Americans who use cannabis to enhance their lives. Your online activism and generosity during the Re-Legalize Fundraiser this week can help us represent the millions more who recognize the failure of marijuana prohibition .DONATE NOW
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Focus Interview
Paul Armentano
National NORML
Paul is NORML Senior Policy Analyst . He joins us today to discuss his trip to the Drug Policy Alliance Conference in New Orleans last week. Paul also comments on a recent NORML News Story and our RE-LEGALIZE fundraiser this week. Paul has been with NORML for many years and knows the particular impact fundraising campaigns can have for reform.
Austin Freedom Fest Showcase of Music
WILLIE NELSON
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Ray Benson and Asleep at the Wheel
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Daily News
DEA Letters to CA Medical Marijuana Landlords
Draw Congressional Scrutiny
RE-LEGALIZE FUNDRAISER
Please take a moment, right now, to make your end-of-year charitable donation to NORML. DONATE NOW
Your contribution will help to assure that NORML can continue its vital work in 2008 and beyond. DONATE NOW
NORML has always been a grassroots advocacy effort and cannot continue to grow this vital work without your help. By donating today, for as little as $5.00 you can help us protect and serve the tens of millions of Americans who use cannabis to enhance their lives. Your online activism and generosity during the Re-Legalize Fundraiser this week can help us represent the millions more who recognize the failure of marijuana prohibition .DONATE NOW
RE-LEGALIZE Interviews
Rick joins us to talk about his own involvement with NORML and to ask all of our online supporters to participate in the Re-Legalize effort.
More info about Rick:
Allen St. Pierre
NORML Executive Director
NORML's Executive Director, Allen St. Pierre joins us today to discuss the Key West Legal Seminar and the importance of NORML's online supporters.
 Keith StroupNORML Founder
Keith Stroup is NORML's Founder and remains Legal Counsel to the organization. Keith joins us to discuss his arraignment in Boston last Friday, the Key West Legal Seminars and the Re-Legalize Fundraiser.
Podsafe Music
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Daily News
Steve Bloom
Writer/Designer
Author, columnist and producer Steve Bloom joins us each Friday to discuss the stories at celebstoner.com
Today we welcome Steve back to the Audio Stash after his vacation to paradise! We'll talk about his trip to Hawaii and the stony happenings there...also today we'll check in on Christian Slater and Ricky Williams. celebstoner.com is now 1 year old and we also ask Steve what this blogging experience has held for him. Join us for an extended interview today!
Podsafe Music
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BREAKING NEWS
Interview
Dale Gieringer
CA NORML Director
Dale was instrumental in the passage of Prop 215 and SB 420 in California and continues to be the foremost contact for medical marijuana and reform issues in the state that maintains the most widely used medical access program in the country. He joins us today to discuss the CAMP eradication program, the CA marijuana crop, federal dispensary raids and Gov. Arnold.
Podsafe Music
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Cannabis Science
Dr. Mitch Earleywine
Today: Holiday Stress- Causes and Solutions
At the time of year when stress may be at its height... Dr. Mitch and Chris discuss some of the stress pitfalls of the holiday season and some solutions for that stress. They also discuss how responsible cannabis consumers can enjoy their recreation without making other uncomfortable.
Interview
Froma Harrop
Syndicated Columnist
Froma joins us today to discuss her recent column Obama Drugs and Everyone Else . In the piece she calls on Senator Obama and other presidential candidates to take a stronger stance against prohibition. Harrop goes over some of the other powerful politicians who have admitted past substance use...but were never arrested. Froma and Chris discuss the double standard for politicians and how they can make an anti-prohibition stance a political asset.
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Podsafe Music
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BREAKING NEWS
County Sheriffs Return Marijuana to Colorado Medical Patients
NEWS FOCUS
James and Lisa Masters
The medical patients in Ft. Collins, CO who had their property returned yesterday join us to discuss the case. James and Lisa operate a medical dispensary in Ft. Collins and they discuss the property return, their future work and the medical cannabis community in CO.
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Photo: Ft. Collins Reporter-Herald
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Interview
Brian Vicente is one of the attorneys who represented the Masters in the property case. He joins us today to talk about the history and importance of this property return.
 GOVERNMENT AT WORK
This week:
Aaron Houston of MPP
Aaron is the Director of Government Relations at the Marijuana Policy Project. He joins us today to discuss the presidential race and the reform prospects for 2008. www.mpp.org
MUSIC
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NORML 2007 Conference Audio
Allison Holcomb of the ACLU
Madeline Martinez of Orgeon NORML
Today in our selection of NORML 2007 Conference audio we're presenting two of the most inspiring women in the Marijuana Reform movement. Allison Chin-Holcomb works for the ACLU in Washington State. Her background in criminal defense has helped her participate in some of the nation's most comprehensive reforms in Washington state. Madeline Martinez is the Director of Oregon NORML and has been instrumental to reforms in her state. She's currently preparing to present the annual Oregon Medical Cannabis Awards event in Portland. We'll hear Allison and Madeline addressing state reform efforts at the 2007 NORML Conference in Los Angeles.
 2007 Conference Links
MP3s
Tommy Chong at the NORML Awards Banquet 10-12-07
Rick Steves full keynote speech 10-12-07
The Straight Dope- You've Got Questions, We've Got Answers full panel with Marcia Rosenbaum PhD, Dr. Mitch Earleywine, Prof. Harry G. Levine and Dr. John P. Morgan 10-13-07
Author Matthew Robinson on his book Lies Damned Lies and Drug War Statistics
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Focus Interview
Oaksterdam University President- Richard Lee
Oaksterdam University has begun a training course for those seeking to work in California's Cannabis Industry. Richard joins us today to talk about some of the classes he is teaching, including Horticulture. Richard also describes the role and duties of a "BudTender" behind the counter at a CA cannabis facility.
The Cannabis Industry is a growing success, offering interesting career and business start-up options. New classes are forming, more info at oaksterdamuniversity.com
Also check our oaksterdaminfo.com for more information about the Cannabis Industry.
Focus Interview
Richard Cowan- Tour Leader
 Joining us today is Richard Cowan a former Director of NORML and a longtime anchor on Marc Emery's POT-TV. Richard now runs the website marijuananews.com. and he'll be leading the tour. He joins us today to discuss the tour and how Americans can experience a special sense of freedom by making the trip.
 Michael and Jason of CS Travel Also joining us today are Michael and Jason of CS Travel. Both are seasoned European travelers and have guided a number of tour to Amsterdam. They fill us in on the details of the tour and tier own experiences in the city.
Podsafe Music
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Cannabis Cup round-up Interview
 Danny Danko
Danny joins us today to share his experiences at the 20th annual Cannabis Cup in Amsterdam. We'll hear from Danny about the Cannabis judging and some more details on the participants and strains competing this year. We'll run down the winners today!
Focus Interview
Oaksterdam University Chancellor- Danielle
Oaksterdam University has begun a training course for those seeking to work in California's Cannabis Industry. Danielle joins us today to talk about how the course was formed and run down some of the curriculum. The CA Cannabis Industry is a growing success, offering interesting career and business start-up options. New classes are forming, more info at oaksterdamuniversity.com
Also check our oaksterdaminfo.com for more information about the Cannabis Industry. We'll speak with Richard Lee tomorrow about OU!
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Daily News
Wisconsin County Decriminalizes First-Time Marijuana Possession
AP Story
Cannabis Science
Dr. Mitch Earleywine
Today: Cannabis Tinctures, Sativex and more..
Tinctures are becoming a more common cannabis delivery method for medical patients, as it has been for hundreds of years. We discuss how tinctures are made and the pros and cons of this preparation.
Cannabis Cup round-up Interview
Rick Cusick
  Rick joins us today to discuss his experience at the 20th Annual Cannabis Cup in Amsterdam last week. Rick and the entire staff of High Times produced the event and Rick also served as a celebrity judge....hear about the "Temple" where Redman, Danny Danko, Rick and the other judges carefully selected form the many strains o discern the winners. Tomorrow we'll speak with Danny Danko about the specific strains and the full list of winners. More Cannabis Cup info at http://blog.myspace.com/hightimesmagazine
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NORML 2007 Conference Audio
Ethan Nadelmann and Kris Krane
Today in our selection of NORML 2007 Conference audio we're warming up for the DPA and SSDP conference next week in New Orleans. Nadelmann is the director of the Drug Policy Alliance and Krane is the Director of Students for Sensible Drug Policy. We'll hear Ethan speaking about New Mexico on the Legislative Reform Panel. From Kris we'll hear a portion of his Activist Toolbox Panel and an interview with Chris Goldstein.
2007 Conference Links
MP3s
Tommy Chong at the NORML Awards Banquet 10-12-07
Rick Steves full keynote speech 10-12-07
The Straight Dope- You've Got Questions, We've Got Answers full panel with Marcia Rosenbaum PhD, Dr. Mitch Earleywine, Prof. Harry G. Levine and Dr. John P. Morgan 10-13-07
Author Matthew Robinson on his book Lies Damned Lies and Drug War Statistics
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Daily News
SSDP 2006 Conference
Ryan Grim, Bill Press and Clarence Page
We're featuring audio recorded at the 2006 Students for Sensible Drug Policy Conference.
The three have a lively discussion on why prohibition issues don't get covered more aggressively by mainstream media.
Listen to the full 1-hour panel
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HAPPY THANKSGIVING
1-HOUR SPECIAL TODAY!
Focus Interview
Paul Armentano
National NORML
Interview
Bernie Ellis
Tennessee
Bernie joins us today to discuss his case, his activism and the continued effort to help revive TN's medical marijuana program. His steadfast work is truly an inspiration.
Music Interviews and Showcase
Chris Goldstein the Audio Stash host interviewed Johnny Richter of the Kottonmouth Kings and rapper Big B at Philadelphia's TLA venue prior to their show 11/18.
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Podsafe Music and Comedy
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2008 Presidential Race
Matt Simon
We continue our full coverage of the US Presidential Race of 2008 by speaking with two groups in New Hampshire who are getting all of the candidates on-camera answering questions about medical marijuana and marijuana policy. Today we'll speak with Matt Simon of sendtherightmessage.com . Matt is running an all volunteer effort to ask presidential candidates about marijuana and the so-called War on Drugs. He captures their answers on video that gets posted at youtube.com. Today we'll feature audio Matt gathered of Sen. John McCain (R-AZ) and Rep. Dennis Kucinich (D-OH). Our piece with Matt today features and interview he recorded just this morning with Congressman Kucinch.
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Cannabis Science
Dr. Mitch Earleywine
Today: SEX and MARIJUANA
(Originally recorded 12-13-06)
There any many myths surrounding the effect cannabis may have on sex drive, sperm production and sexual fulfillment. Chris and Dr. Earleywine offer a candid discussion today surrounding sex and marijuana...Find out the truth today about a topic every cannabis consumer is interested in!
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BREAKING NEWS
POT COMPOUND MAY OFFER "NON-TOXIC" ALTERNATIVE TO CHEMOTHERAPY
News Focus Interview
Paul Armentano
National NORML
Paul is NORML Senior Policy Analyst and author of the Emerging Clinical Applications Review Book. Paul's OPEDs, articles and publication are some of the best resources for marijuana information and reform centered commentary in the country.
This week:
Ray Warren of MPP
Ray is a former North Carolina state Legislator and Judge and now serves as the Director of State Policies at the Marijuana Policy Project. He joins us today to discuss the reform prospects for 2008.
MUSIC
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Daily News
The Director's Notes
 NORML's Executive Director, Allen St. Pierre joins the Stash today to discuss a recent NY Times piece he helped write. Allen comments on the reasons why the FDA has not considered whole plant, smoked cannabis for its regulatory approval. READ THE NYTIMES ARTICLE HERE
Event Audio
The host of the Audio Stash, Chris Goldstein, was invited to the Pennsylvania College of Technology in Williamsport, PA to present on the topic of marijuana. Chris discussed marijuana history, prohibition history, the plant itself as well as recreational and medical use.
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The Director's Notes
NORML's Executive Director, Allen St. Pierre joins the Stash today to discuss Domestic Marijuana production and the eradication CAMP program in California.
Steve Bloom
Writer/Designer
Author, columnist and producer Steve Bloom joins us each Friday to discuss the stories at celebstoner.com
Today Steve discusses the re instatement of Ricky Williams to the NFL and offers his own reflections on the life and work of Norman Mailer. The legendary American author was never shy about pot....Steve also mentions a surreal incident with the Queens of the Stone Age.
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NORML 2007 Conference Audio
The Straight Dope Panel
Complete NORML Conference MP3s are coming online now!
Marcia Rosenbaum Phd Dr. John P. Morgan
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Legislative Action
Bernie Ellis
Tennessee
Bernie was testifying before a TN House subcommittee yesterday that is considering the revival of the state's medical marijuana program. Bernie joins us today to discuss his testimony, the opposition that included a representative direct from the ONDCP and the interaction with elected officials.
Cannabis Science
Dr. Mitch Earleywine
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GOVERNMENT AT WORK EXTENDED REPORT
This week:
Hailey Idaho de-brief with the Liberty Lobby
CA Legislature Considers New Rules on DUID
Liberty Lobby
Ryan Davidson
Ryan fought a state supreme court battle last year and won an interesting precedent that allows ID voters to enact cannabis liberalization venue if the local laws are different than other state or federal laws. Ryan ran the campaign in Hailey, ID that saw three local marijuana reform ballot initiatives pass last week.
Paul Armentano
NORML Senior Policy Analyst
Paul testified before a CA Assembly subcommittee last week on proposed changes to the state's DUID laws. California would like to change the detection thresholds for drugs and hand our more DUID convictions. As Paul explains, such laws make little legal or scientific sense as the new detection guidelines would have nothing to do with actual impairment. Paul discusses the law and describes the experience of testifying in this forum.
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Veterans Day 2007- HOLIDAY RE-PLAY
SHOW NOTE- 55-minute History Special Today
Interviews with
Professor Richard Bonnie
 Professor Bonnie teaches law at the University of Virginia and has contributed to dozens of legal textbooks. He sat on the 1972 Shafer Presidential Commission that recommended cannabis be removed from Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act. He and a fellow Shafer commissioner wrote The Marijuana Conviction: A History of Marijuana Prohibition in the US.
Dr. Lester Grinspoon
Dr Grinspoon is professor Emeritus of Psychiatry at Harvard University and wrote the landmark book Marijuana Reconsidered. He is one of the earliest modern advocates of medical marijuana use and an expert on medical marijuana history. www.marijuana-uses.com
Dale Gieringer
CA NORML Director
Dale was instrumental in the passage of Prop 215 and SB 420 in California and continues to be the foremost contact for medical marijuana and reform issues in the state that maintains the most used medical access program in the country.
Keith Stroup
NORML Founder
Keith Stroup is NORML's Founder and remains Legal Counsel to the organization.
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NORML 2007 Conference Audio
Activist Toolbox Panel
Brian and Laura Judy NORML Second Life
NORML SecondLife Office
Complete NORML Conference MP3s are coming online now!
Steve Bloom
Writer/Designer
Author, columnist and producer Steve Bloom joins us each Friday to discuss the stories at celebstoner.com
Today Steve discusses a Department of Justice Report that the price of marijuana will DROP in 2008 and an interesting friend of presidential candidate Fred Thompson.
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NORML 2007 Conference Audio
Marijuana Law Refrom 2007:
State Legislative Refroms and Future Efforts
Josh Schimburg TX -NORML Paul Armentano
Ray Warren of MPP
Complete NORML Conference MP3s are coming online now!
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Election Round-up Special
BREAKING NEWS
Marijuana Initiatives Pass in Denver, CO and Hailey, ID:
De- prioritization momentum continues
Election Round-up: Allen St. Pierre
NORML's Executive Director, Allen St. Pierre joins us today to discuss the results of the election. We'll discuss the Hailey Idaho initiatives, explore the concept of de-prioritization and take a look at the growing momentum of local marijuana law reform.
Election Round-up: Mason Tvert- SAFER 
 Today we check -in with Mason Tvert of SAFER in Denver. Voters in the Mile-High City voted strongly in favor of I-100 to de-emphasize marijuana law enforcement.
Cannabis Science
Dr. Mitch Earleywine
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Election Day Special
Mason Tvert- SAFER and NORML Colorado
Today and tomorrow we'll bring election coverage to the Audio Stash. We'll speak with Mason Tvert of SAFER in Denver. Voters in the Mile-High City have the chance to de-emphasize marijuana law enforcement.
Hailey, Idaho
Also voters in Hailey, Idaho will vote on 4 ballot initiatives regarding medical marijuana, personal use and hemp farming. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO
Interview
 Joining us today to discuss the US Presidential election, which will be heating up another few notches after today, is Richard Cowan. A former Director of NORML and a longtime anchor on Marc Emery's POT-TV, Richard now runs the website marijuananews.com. He joins us today to discuss the presidential hopefuls and the run-up to next year's election.
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Willie Nelson Peace Institute
Brian Ashley Jones
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The Director's Notes
  NORML's Executive Director, Allen St. Pierre sends the Audio Stash exclusive reports and commentary. Today Allen sends in a memorial of Anita Roddick, the founder of The Body Shop who courageously fought for reform and unabashedly used the universal symbol of a cannabis leaf on some of her products.
NORML Conference Audio
NORML Awards Banquet
Today in our selection of NORML 2007 Conference audio we'll hear CA Superior Court Judge Jim Gray ,  Martin Martinez, The Mastersons, The Bickners and Ed Rosenthal accept their awards. More of the Awards Banquet audio will air later this week.
2007 Conference Links
Complete NORML Conference MP3s are coming online now!
Tommy Chong at the NORML Awards Banquet 10-12-07
Rick Steves full keynote speech 10-12-07
The Straight Dope- You've Got Questions, We've Got Answers full panel with Marcia Rosenbaum PhD, Dr. Mitch Earleywine, Prof. Harry G. Levine and Dr. John P. Morgan 10-13-07
Author Matthew Robinson on his book Lies Damned Lies and Drug War Statistics
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NOTE- 55 minute Harvest Special Today
WEEKLY NORML NEWS
 HEADLINES:
Focus Interview
 Sen Dog sat down with Chris Goldstein at the TLA in Philadelphia Monday night. Cypress Hill have long been been out on the front lines with the marijuana issue. Their steadfast ability and signature sound have kept them at the top of the charts and the top of their game, even as Hip-Hop and Rap have gone though transitions. Marijuana has always been a big part of Cypress Hill. Their tracks "Stoned is the Way of the Walk" and "Hits From the Bong" are potsmoking anthems around the world. Cypress Hill and Sen Dog are not just about smoking it pot, they are about legalizing it - and they didn't get into promoting Cannabis Reform by accident. Find out more today in our Audio Stash interview with Sen Dog.
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High Times Magazine Interviews
MEDICAL CULTIVATION
Danny Danko
Cultivation Editor
Danny joins us today to share his knowledge and expertise with the patients and caregivers who live in the 12 states that allow medical cultivation. Today we discuss some tips for Harvest Season, how to cure buds best and a preview of the 20th annual Cannabis Cup in Amsterdam
 Bobby BlackAssistant Editor
Bobby joins us today to share his impressions of the NORML 2007 Conference and Stony Awards as well as help us pre-view the Cannabis Cup
Steve Bloom
Writer/Designer
Author, columnist and producer Steve Bloom joins us each Friday to discuss the stories at celebstoner.com
Today Steve discusses Bon Jovi's Garden State past, Gov. Arnold says "It's not a drug", and the pot question at the Democratic Debate.
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News Focus
Drew Carey Hosts New Reason.tv Video on Medical Marijuana
 Today we'll speak with Nick Gillespie, the Editor-in-Chief at Reason Magazine about the video. Nick shares with us how Drew became involved with Reason and this project. He also discusses the growing importance of marijuana as a Social Justice Issue.
Interview
Rick Cusick
Rick joins us today to discuss his experience in a Boston Courtroom last week. Rick and NORML's Keith Stroup had their first appearance after being arrested at the Boston Freedom Rally in September for smoking a joint.
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Going to a Halloween Party with your like-minded adult friends tonight? Give the Treat of Freedom!
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Cannabis Science
Dr. Mitch Earleywine
We also welcome to the discussion today NORML's Senior Policy Analyst Paul Armentano.
Interview
Dr Bob is one of the world's leading cannabinoid researchers. His groundbreaking work into the endogenous cannabinoid system and how cannabinoid receptors function are helping us all understand the true benefits to marijuana.
Melamede's work goes even further, proving that our naturally occurring cannabinoids in the body are essential to our most basic biological mechanisms and the chief regulator of overall Homeostasis. Dr. Bob also offers that some people may be cannabinoid deficient ...making them, perhaps, the only real-life Zombies around!
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News Focus
Featuring a discussion with Paul Armentano NORML Senior Policy Analyst.
Audio Stash In-Depth Field Report
The Aftermath of a DEA Raid
On October 11th, Audio Stash host Chris Goldstein witnessed the aftermath of a DEA raid on a medical marijuana dispensary in Los Angeles. Featured today is audio recorded at the Arts District Healing Center. We speak with an employee who experienced the raid and feature audio from the protest out front.
NORML 2007 Conference Audio
Ed Rosenthal
Our sit-down interview with the renowned author, publisher and activist at the NORML Conference.
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NORML 2007 Conference Audio
Senior Citizens and Marijuana
A portion of the panel featuring this interesting topic as the subject of discussion. The full panel will be posted on the NORML Events podcast later this week.
Ruth Bergner, Keith Stroup, Richard Cowan, Richard Wolfe and David R. Ford
Complete NORML Conference MP3s are coming online now!
26 full MP3s will be posted over the next 2 weeks....here are the first 4.
Tommy Chong at the NORML Awards Banquet 10-12-07
Rick Steves full keynote speech 10-12-07
The Straight Dope- You've Got Questions, We've Got Answers full panel with Marcia Rosenbaum PhD, Dr. Mitch Earleywine, Prof. Harry G. Levine and Dr. John P. Morgan 10-13-07
Author Matthew Robinson on his book Lies Damned Lies and Drug War Statistics
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WEEKLY NORML NEWS
HEADLINES:
Steve Bloom
Writer/Designer
Author, columnist and producer Steve Bloom joins us each Friday to discuss the stories at celebstoner.com
Today Steve discusses the appearance of his upcoming book on Weeds, a gathering of celebstoners in TX and his view of the rash of recent athlete possession arrests.
Interview- Philly NORML
Derek Rosenzweig
Co-Chair
 Derek joins us to discuss an upcoming event and a petition drive in Philadelphia. PhillyNORML is gathering 20,000 signatures for a marijuana decriminalization ordinance.
Free Stuff!
Stash Music and Comedy Set
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Stephen Lynch
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CYPRESS HILL
DONATED for use by the Foundation by some of the best American musical talent!
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NORML 2007 Conference Audio
BOOK LINK:
Also today host Chris Goldstein interviews Mr. Robinson after his presentation.
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News Special
Keith Stroup and Rick Cusick in Boston for Court Hearing,
MASSCANN/NORML Lobby in MA
NORML's founder Keith Stroup and the Associate Publisher of High Times Magazine, Rick Cusick, were cited and briefly detained at the Boston Freedom Rally in September after an undercover Boston Police Officer found them smoking joint. Keith and Rick had their first court appearance in that case today. Stroup and his attorney in the case, Steve Epstein, joined us by phone just after court today. Also joining us via phone from the Massachusetts State House is the director of MASSCANN/NORML Dr. Keith Saunders. Stroup, Epstein and Saunders joined other activists today to lobby for a set of marijuana decriminalization and medical marijuana bills.
Cannabis Science
Dr. Mitch Earleywine
Today Mitch and Chris discuss an article published recently in the Journal Nature entitled "Cannabis, the Mind and Society: The Hash Realities." The article deals with a broad range of marijuana topics including the history of the plant's use, a detail of recent medical discoveries and an in-depth discussion of the cannabinoid receptor system. The paper also spends time focusing on the political and legislative debate around recreational and medical marijuana.
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2008 Presidential Race
Matt Simon
We continue our full coverage of the US Presidential Race of 2008 by speaking with two groups in New Hampshire who are getting all of the candidates on-camera answering questions about medical marijuana and marijuana policy. Today we'll speak with Matt Simon of sendtherightmessage.com . Matt is running an all volunteer effort to ask presidential candidates about marijuana and the so-called War on Drugs. He captures their answers on video that gets posted at youtube.com. Today we'll feature audio Matt gathered of Mitt Romney and Tom Tancredo.
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NORML 2007 Conference Audio
Dr. John P. Morgan
Complete NORML Conference MP3s are coming online now!
26 full MP3s will be posted over the next 2 weeks....here are the first 4.
Tommy Chong at the NORML Awards Banquet 10-12-07
Rick Steves full keynote speech 10-12-07
The Straight Dope- You've Got Questions, We've Got Answers full panel with Marcia Rosenbaum PhD, Dr. Mitch Earleywine, Prof. Harry G. Levine and Dr. John P. Morgan 10-13-07
Author Matthew Robinson on his book Lies Damned Lies and ONDCP Statistics
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Activism Focus Interview
Paul Armentano
National NORML Senior Policy Analyst
How to get Marijuana Articles Published
Paul is NORML's Senior Policy Analyst and author of the Emerging Clinical Applications Review Book. Paul's OPEDs, articles and publication are some of the best resources for marijuana information and reform centered commentary in the country. He joins us today to offer some tips on how to write and "pitch" articles to print and online publications.
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NORML 2007 Conference Audio
Today we're featuring our interview with Dr. Robert Melamede of the university of Colorado at Colorado Springs. Dr. Bob has conducted research on the endocannabinoid system. He also has his own podcast available through links below.
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Daily News
North Americans Most Likely To Search The Internet For Pot
Interview
Indigo and Page Kennedy
Cast members from Weeds on ShowTime
We caught up with Indigo who plays Vanetta and Page Kennedy who plays U-Turn on the popular ShowTime series Weeds
Indigo, Page and Producers of Weeds
accepting a Stony
High Times Stony Awards
Today we'll feature some audio from the Stony Awards that took place last Saturday in Los Angeles. We'll hear Tommy Chong's opening address, music from Joseph Israel, Actor Seth Rogan of Knocked Up accepting his "Stoner of the Year" award from comedian Joe Rogan and the presentation of the Best Stoner Animated Movie of the Year by Bobby Black Executive Editor at High Times, Mystery of VH1's The Pickup Artist and Penthouse Playmate Jamie Lynn. (The Simpsons Movie won the Stony)
Steve Bloom
Writer/Designer
Author, columnist and producer Steve Bloom joins us each Friday to discuss the stories at celebstoner.com
Today Steve discusses his visit to the American Marijuana Music Awards in Brooklyn and Amy Winehouse's recent possession arrest.
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Daily News
California: Governor Vetoes Hemp Farming Pilot Project
Interview
Ben Masel
Wisconsin Activist
Tonight an event will take place at the Little White Schoolhouse in Ripon, WI to promote a modern Hemp industry. Wisconsin used to be the hub of America's industrial hemp farming and Ben joins to today to discuss why the industry should begin again.
NORML 2007 Conference Audio
George Rohrbacher, Allen St. Pierre and Keith Stroup
 Today we'll hear some of the 22 interviews the Audio Stash gathered at the NORML 2007 Conference. We'll begin with host Chris Goldstein speaking with George Rohrbacher, a member of the NORML Board of Directors. George is very passionate about reform and talks about the roots of his activism. We'll also hear Chris speak with NORML's executive director Allen St. Pierre and founder Keith Stroup on Saturday Oct. 13, right in the middle of the conference!
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NORML 2007 Conference Audio
Dr. Mitch Earlywine
Cannabis Psychosis Myths
Harry Levine CUNY-Sociology
Racial Bias in NYC Marijuana Arrests
Toady we're presenting a portion of the You've Got Questions: We've Got Answers Panel from October 1st. Dr. Earlewine give a fascinating talk about the cannabis psychosis myths and Professor Levine delivers some striking data on NYC arrests. Links for more information are below.
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NORML 2007 Conference Audio
PBS Travel Host and NORML Advisory Board Member
Today we'll hear Rick's keynote speech Friday Oct. 12th at the NORML 2007 Conference. Rick not only spoke, but attended many of the panels at the conference as well. We'll also present a portion of our sit-down interview with Rick.
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AUDIO STASH SPECIAL
TOMMY CHONG
Tommy attended the NORML  Annual Conference awards ceremony on Friday October 12th at the Sheraton Universal Hotel in Los Angeles. 300 NORML Conference attendees gathered to honor the NORML awardees and enjoy the music of Elijah Emmanuel.
Tommy arrived to show his support for NORML and speak on stage at awards night. Tommy's complete speech is presented today in our special.
Keith Stroup, Tommy Chong, Rick Steves, Allen St. Pierre and Sonya Rodriguez at NORML 2007 in Los Angeles
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Cannabis Science
Dr. Mitch Earleywine
Interview
Dean Becker
Houston Radio Host
Dean produces radio programs for KPFT in Houston, TX. He has been covering marijuana reform and drug policy for 6 years. Dean also produces video for Law Enforcement Against Prohibition or LEAP. Today we'll speak with Dean about his programs and guests and his take on marijuana reform. We'll also feature a portion of an interview he conducted with California Judge, James Gray.
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2008 Presidential Race Coverage
In our coverage of the US Presidential Race of 2008 we're checking in with groups in New Hampshire who are getting all of the candidates on-camera answering questions about medical marijuana and marijuana policy. Today we welcome back Stuart Cooper of Granite Staters for Medical Marijuana. We'll play audio today from GSMM video of Mitt Romney, Fred Thompson and NM Governor Bill Richardson. GSMM gave Thompson his first opportunity to express an opinion on the topic and was asked the question by a medical patient, Clayton Holton, who lives with a rare form muscular-dystrophy. Clayton's interaction with Mitt Romney, videoed by GSMM, has been the subject of a number of newspaper OP-ED pieces and was featured on CNN and other news outlets. Richardson again expresses his support for medical marijuana but also takes a clear stand on the larger issues of prohibition.
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FRIDAY OCTOBER 5th 2007
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Past NORML Conference Audio
Bill Maher
Bill sits on the NORML Advisory Board along with Ann Druyan, Willie Nelson, Tommy Chong and others. Today we're presenting his 4/20 talk at a past NORML Conference. More NORML Conference audio is available on the NORML Events Podcast
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Steve Bloom
Writer/Designer
Author, columnist and producer Steve Bloom joins us each Friday to discuss the stories at celebstoner.com
Today Steve discusses George Michael, a Denver Broncos player suspended for pot and Mary Louise Parker voted top celebstoner!
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THURSDAY OCTOBER 4th 2007
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Daily News
History Note- First Federal Marijuana Arrests 70 Years Ago This Week
Interview
Mason Tvert- SAFER and NORML Colorado
Mason joins us today to discuss a new billboard ad that has gained national media attention (pictured below). Mason also talks about the city parlay regarding the new Denver lowest-priority marijuana initiative.
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WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 3rd 2007
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Cannabis Science
Dr. Mitch Earleywine
Interview
Jon Gettman
Jon Gettman is a marijuana policy reform advocate who pours though reams of government data to publish on the issue of marijuana economics. We'll discuss his report Marijuana Cultivation in the United States 2006; How to Tax and Regulate Marijuana and how we find out the number of pot-smokers who live in the US. Gettman's research was recently highlighted in a Forbes Magazine article Marijuana: The $42 Billion Question
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TUESDAY OCTOBER 2nd 2007
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Weekly Segment - GOVERNMENT AT WORK
A look at the different state legislative proposals happening around the country.
This week: Wisconsin Legislation
Two pieces of state legislation are on the table for WI. One is a Medical Marijuana Bill and the other deals with Farming Hemp. Today we'll speak with Gary Storck about the bills and also the Madison Marijuana Harvest Festival taking place this weekend. More information available through links below.
Interview
Ryan S. King
Ryan is co-author of the new paper
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NORML Annual Conference Warm Up
Tommy Chong
2006 Conference
This week we're going to play some audio from past NORML Conferences in a warm up to the 2007 NORML Annual Conference in Los Angeles. CONFERENCE INFO HERE
The NORML Conference is the most comprehensive gathering of scientists, doctors, policy advocates, activists and citizens interested in ending marijuana prohibition. There are usually a few celebrities in attendance as well...
Tommy will be at the 2007 Conference and the Emcee at the Stony Awards on Sunday October 14th.
Tommy Chong and Keith Stroup at NORML 2006
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FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 28th 2007
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Daily News
Idaho: City To Vote On Multiple Pot Measures
Steve Bloom
Writer/Designer
Author, columnist and producer Steve Bloom joins us each Friday to discuss the stories at celebstoner.com
FEATURE MUSIC
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THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 29th 2007
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Presidential Candidate Interviews
Recorded 5-24-07
Republican Presidential Candidate
Congressman Paul joined us for his second interview on the Audio Stash and offers some surprising insights into Hemp Farming, Prohibition Policy, Medical Marijuana and the Internet.
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Recorded 6-12-07
Mike Gravel
Democratic Presidential Candidate
Mr. Gravel is the only current US presidential candidate to openly call for marijuana legalization. He discuss the issue today in our exclusive interview.
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MORE PRESIDENTIAL- MARIJUANA AUDIO
Looking for more presidential candidates talking about marijuana? Check out the following two sites, between them almost every current candidate answers questions about marijuana.
sendtherightmessage.com . is an all volunteer effort to ask presidential candidates about marijuana and the so-called War on Drugs. Their video gathered answers from Bill Richardson, Mitt Romney, Ron Paul and more.
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Granite Staters for Medical Marijuana. GSSM gathered video of all the Democrats including Barack Obama and John Edwards indicating they would stop federal raids on medical marijuana dispensaries in California.
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PODSAFE MUSIC
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WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 26th 2007
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Cannabis Science
Dr. Mitch Earleywine
Today we'll discuss therapies used for the rare cases of clinical cannabis dependence and also discuss a new study that shows marijuana potency in the UK has not changed in 10 years....flying in the face of recent British Reefer Madness Propaganda.
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Ziggy MArley
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The Den Collective
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TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 25th 2007
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Daily News
Defense Contractors Awarded Billions To Assist Drug War
News Interview
NORML's Executive Director, Allen St. Pierre joins us today to discuss our daily news story.
Boston Freedom Rally Audio
Today we'll hear the following:
- Dr. Keith Saunders on stage speech on marijuana arrests
- George Phillies Libertarian presidential candidate
- Music from the group Angeline
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MONDAY SEPTEMBER 25th 2007
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BREAKING NEWS
Marijuana Arrests For Year 2006 – 829,625 Tops Record High
News Focus Interviews
Policy experts from NORML and The Sentencing Project joins us today to discuss the new marijuana arrest numbers.
-NORML's Executive Director, Allen St. Pierre.
-NORML's Senior Policy Analyst Paul Armentano
- Marc Mauer of The Sentencing Project
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FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 21st 2007
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Artist Showcase
Ominous Words
Ominous Words joins us today from California. This rapper and medical marijuana patient has been on the program before and today we discuss his experiences in CA and play some tracks! You can catch him live at the Joplin NORML Benefit this weekend. MORE INFO ON JOPLIN HERE
Steve Bloom
Writer/Designer
Author, columnist and producer Steve Bloom joins us each Friday to discuss the stories at celebstoner.com
Today Steve discusses Angelina Jolie's pot experience, Presidential Candidate Mike Gravel admits toking and Mary Kate Olsen smokes on TV's hit show Weeds.
BOSTON FREEDOM RALLY EVENT AUDIO
Today we feature the on-stage speech from Associate Publisher of High Times Magazine Rick Cusick.
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THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 20th 2007
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BREAKING NEWS
Members of Congress Demand DEA Allow for the Private
Production of Pot
News Focus Interview
NORML's Executive Director, Allen St. Pierre joins us today to discuss the Congressional Letter story further.
Author Interview
David will be on a panel at the NORML 2007 Conference in Los Angeles addressing Senior Citizens and Cannabis. He joins us today to discuss his recent editorials published in newspapers and his work visiting with seniors around California. David will joins us again on this subject next week.
BOSTON FREEDOM RALLY EVENT AUDIO PART 4
Today we feature the live perforce by RoadSteamer! This local group was drew a good crowd for their performance at the Boston Freedom Rally last Saturday with their high-energy, high-comedy music. We'll have more speeches, interviews and music from Boston tomorrow and next week here on the Audio Stash.
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WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 19th 2007
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DAILY NEWS
Pot Compound Protective Against ‘Mad Cow’ Disease, Other Fatal Brain Disorders, Study Says
News-Focus Interview
Paul Armentano
National NORML
Paul is NORML's Senior Policy Analyst and author of the Emerging Clinical Applications Review Book. Paul's OPEDs, articles and publication are some of the best resources for marijuana information and reform centered commentary in the country.
Cannabis Science
Dr. Mitch Earleywine
Today we'll discuss a therapy used in relation to teenagers and cannabis use. The new "brief motivational enhancement" can help limit teens' use until adulthood.
BOSTON FREEDOM RALLY EVENT AUDIO PART 3
Included today is music from Primary Others . We'll have Boston music, interviews and speeches all week here on the Audio Stash!
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TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 18th 2007
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Interview
Kris Hermes
Americans for Safe Access
 Kris joins us today to discuss the various federal raids in California of medical marijuana facilities. The raids have taken place across the state and the federal agents have used a new tactic of threatening property forfeiture upon landlords who rent to dispensaries. The federal activity has been met with protests on the part of the patient community, some protests have been directly arraigned by ASA. Kris also discusses the politics of ending the raids and the possible position of medical marijuana in the upcoming presidential primary there.
BOSTON FREEDOM RALLY EVENT AUDIO PART 2
Included today are from-the-stage speeches form Allen St. Pierre, Jake Rowland of SSDP, the 4:20PM countdown as well as short interviews with Jake Rowland and Ben Scales. We'll have Boston music, interviews and speeches all week here on the Audio Stash!
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MONDAY SEPTEMBER 17th 2007
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SHOW NOTE: 46-minute SPECIAL TODAY
BOSTON FREEDOM RALLY EVENT AUDIO
Included today is an exclusive interview with NORML's Founder Keith Stroup and Associate Publisher at High Times Magazine Rick Cusick just after their arrest for a minor marijuana violation on the Boston Common.
Also today: Speeches from the Freedom Rally Stage from Keith Saunders of MASSCANN/NORML, Danny Danko of High Times, Steve Hagar of High Times, Keith Stroup, Steve Bloom of celebstoner.com and music from Ben Scales.
We'll have Boston music, interviews and speeches all week here on the Audio Stash!
Keith Saunders of MASSCANN/NORML in front of the appx. 10,000 crowd
The Common Stage under the 4:20 sun Boston undercover police escorting
a young arrestee
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FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 14th 2007
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Steve Bloom
Writer/Designer
Author, columnist and producer Steve Bloom joins us each Friday to discuss the stories at celebstoner.com
Today Steve discusses NBA pot arrests, the Bonghitters Championship softball win and actress Helen Mirren.
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THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 13th 2007
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DAILY NEWS
California: Hemp Cultivation Bill Sent To Governor
Interview
Reena Szczepanski
Director- Drug Policy Alliance New Mexico
Reena was instrumental in the passage of NM's medical marijuana law and has been closely overseeing the implementation process. She joins us today for an update on the nation's newest medical marijuana program including more information about the federal harassment of an authorized patient there, Leonard French.
Boston Freedom Rally Warm-Up PT4
We'll speak with Robbie Roadsteamer today! Robbie is a well known local media personality and musician. He'll be on stage this Saturday at the event. Today Robbie shares some of his own views on marijuana reform and the attitude sin the Boston area. More about Robbie in the links below.
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Cannabis Science
Dr. Mitch Earleywine
Boston Freedom Rally Warm-Up PT3
We'll speak with Dave Tree of SuperPower who has been playing on stage at the Boston event for a few years now about his involvement wih the Freedom Rally and the scene for marijuana in Bodton. EVENT INFO HERE
MUSIC
NORML LEGAL COMMITTEE MEMBER
COMEDY
POT'S GREATEST HITS
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Interview
NORML's Founder
Keith Stroup
Keith and the NORML Staff were in the Capitol complex the morning of September 11th 201 to attend confirmation hearings for Drug Czar John Walters.
Keith is a 40 year resident of Washington DC and has observed and participated in national politics from within the beltway. He joins to discuss his experience that day and the changes since.
Music Special
SELF EVIDENT
This is a defining piece of American Music and Poetry surrounding the events on September 11th 2001. It is a true privilege to feature this track today. Thanks to Ani DiFranco, Righteous Babe Records and Sean @ Music Alliance for making this possible today.
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MONDAY SEPTEMBER 10th 2007
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Artist Showcase
Jacob (Lead Vocals), Bob (Vocals, guitar), Patrick (Keyboards) and Bongo Bob (Percussion) joined us for a live interview at Philadelphia Grape St. Performance Space just before they took the stage last week.
SOJA tour the world with their unique blend of reggae and social justice lyrical topics. Tackling the issues of the Iraq War, 9-11 and waking up the awareness of their audience, this group tops the radio charts from Brazil to Hawaii.
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Steve Bloom
Writer/Designer
Author, columnist and producer Steve Bloom joins us each Friday to discuss the stories at celebstoner.com
Today Steve discusses Bill Richardson on the campaign trail, the celebstoner readers' preferred smoking method and a bit about Boston.
Interview
Tim Pate
Friday Music Showcase Interview + music
Amy Nelson and Cathie Guthrie
Folk Uke
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THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 6th 2007
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DAILY NEWS
NORML Launches SecondLife Office Today
Boston Freedom Rally Warm-Up PT2
First today we'll speak with MASSCANN/NORML co-director Mike Crawford about the music that will be heard at the Rally. The event takes place September 15th at 12noon on the Boston Common. MORE INFO HERE
We'll also speak with Linda from the group Angeline who will be on stage at the event. We showcase their song RevolutionEvolution today.
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DAILY NEWS
Federal Judge Rules Oregon Medical Marijuana Patient Records Kept Private
HEMPFEST 2007 AUDIO-
 . Rick on stage at Seattle HempFest 2007
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Cannabis Science
Dr. Mitch Earleywine
Today we'll discuss a new Journal article regarding the ONDCP's anti-marijuana advertisements on TV and Radio.
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TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 4th 2007
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Weekly Segment GOVERNMENT AT WORK
A look at the different state legislative proposals happening around the country.
This week and Political Analysis Special:
Keith Stroup- A New Attorney General Could Stop Federal Medical Marijuana Raids
HEMPFEST 2007 AUDIO
We'll hear:
Tim Pate (music) and a Hemposium Tent Panel about medical marijuana in Washington State.
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FRIDAY AUGUST 31st 2007
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Labor Day Music Showcase
Audio Stash remote producer Rupert Kennedy interviewed Daddy X of the Kottonmouth Kings at Philadelphia's Electric Factory venue prior to their show.
Their new album, Cloud 9, was released this week....and we get to play 2 tracks from the album today thanks to suburbanoizerecords.com!!!
Steve Bloom's celebstoner.com updates will be back next Friday!
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THURSDAY AUGUST 30th 2007
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Boston Freedom Rally Warm-Up PT1
First we'll speak with MASSCANN/NORML co-director Bill Downing about the Boston Freedom Rally. The event takes place September 15th at 12noon on the Boston Common. MORE INFO HERE
Photo of the Boston Rally 06
Today we'll also re-visit our 5-1-07 interview with Steve Epstein Esq. of MASSCANN/NORML on the Massachusetts Medical Marijuana and Decriminalization Bills
Next week we'll preview some of the bands at the event with Michael Crawford!
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WEDNESDAY AUGUST 29th 2007
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2008 Presidential Race Specials PT2
Matt Simon
We continue the first-round in our full coverage of the US Presidential Race of 2008 by speaking with two groups in New Hampshire who are getting all of the candidates on-camera answering questions about medical marijuana and marijuana policy. Today we'll speak with Matt Simon of sendtherightmessage.com . Matt is running an all volunteer effort to ask presidential candidates about marijuana and the so-called War on Drugs. He captures their answers on video that gets posted at youtube.com. Today we'll hear about the project and feature audio Matt gathered from Bill Richardson, Mitt Romney and Ron Paul.
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Cannabis Science
Dr. Mitch Earleywine
Today we'll discuss a strange editorial in the Toronto Sun; the myths and facts about THC potency and how different people experience the cannabis high.
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TUESDAY AUGUST 28th 2007
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DAILY NEWS
 FROM CA- NORMLHumbolt County Supervisors Vote 4-0 for Legalizing & Taxing Marijuana
2008 Presidential Race Specials PT1
We begin our full coverage of the US Presidential Race of 2008 by speaking with two groups in New Hampshire who are getting all of the candidates on-camera answering questions about medical marijuana and marijuana policy. Today we'll speak with Stuart Cooper of the Granite Staters for Medical Marijuana. We'll play audio today from GSSM video of Democrats Barack Obama and John Edwards indicating they would stop federal raids on medical marijuana dispensaries in California.
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Tomorrow we'll speak with Matt Simon of sendtherightmessage.com and play his audio of Bill Richardson and Mitt Romney.
Music
A track today from the Kottonmouth Kings- THEIR NEW CD IS OUT TODAY!!!
Check out Friday's Stash for an exclusive interview with Daddy X plus we get to play tracks off the new album!
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MONDAY AUGUST 27th 2007
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The Director's Notes
NORML's Executive Director, Allen St. Pierre sends an exclusive audio report to the Stash today regarding the mis-information used by the ONDCP, a book that addressed the ONDCP book cooking and an event in Washington DC where Allen confronts the ONDCP Chief Scientist.
Listeners can watch the entire May 31 Cato event by CLICKING HERE
Activist Interview
Philippe Lucas
Phil joins us today to discuss a fascinating constitutional challenge to Canada's government administered medical marijuana program. He also shares experiences from his recent trip to Israel where he met with members of the government there as they begin a medical marijuana program.
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FRIDAY AUGUST 24th 2007
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SHOW NOTE- 48 minute SPECIAL!
Activist Interview
Addison DeMore
 Dispensary Founder- Oakdale CA
Addison founded a dispensary in Oakdale California that was raided two weeks ago by the local, county law enforcement there. Addison courageously tells the story of the raid and the aftermath in an exclusive interview today.
Steve Bloom
Writer/Designer
Author, columnist and producer Steve Bloom joins us each Friday to discuss the stories at celebstoner.com
Today Steve discusses Bill Maher's possible presidential
Artist Showcase
Paula Nelson
Chris interviews Paula Nelson via telephone and plays a full song from Paula recorded at the Austin Freedom Fest by audio producer Wally Skinner.
More information:
www.paulanelsonband.com
www.wallyskinner.com
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THURSDAY AUGUST 23rd 2007
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DAILY NEWS
Denver Voters To Decide On Pot ‘Deprioritization’ Ordinance
News Focus Interview
Mason Tvert- SAFER and NORML Colorado
Mason joins us today to discuss the new municipal initiative in Denver that would require the home-rule mile-high city to relax its prosecution of peaceful marijuana smokers.
Interview
Paul Armentano
National NORML
Paul is NORML's Senior Policy Analyst and author of the Emerging Clinical Applications Review Book. Paul's OPEDs, articles and publication are some of the best resources for marijuana information and reform centered commentary in the country.
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WEDNESDAY AUGUST 22nd 2007
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Cannabis Science
Dr. Mitch Earleywine
Today we'll discuss the Associated Press investigation of prescription painkillers. Mitch will describe the addictive nature of oxycontin, why these types of painkillers are toxic and how cannabis could be used as an alternative for pain management. Mitch also discuss his own data into what would constitute an adequate 60-day supply for medical patients.
INTERVIEW
Harry G. Levine
Professor of Sociology, Queens College CUNY
New York City arrests more individuals for marijuana violations than any other city on the planet. Professor Levine recently looked at the marijuana arrest data there and conducted interviews with law enforcement. Levine tried to find the reasons for a dramatic increase in marijuana arrests in the last 10 years as well as the root causes behind the racial and gender disparities of those arrests. He will appear on the Audio Stash today and tomorrow to discuss his findings.
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TUESDAY AUGUST 21st 2007
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DAILY NEWS
Prescription Pain Medication Use Doubles, Could Be Alleviated By Cannabis
Weekly Segment GOVERNMENT AT WORK
A look at the different state legislative proposals happening around the country.
This week:
Washington State Seeks To Define 60-day Medical Cannabis Supply
Focus Interview: Jennifer Shaw- Legislative Director at the ACLU-WA
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INTERVIEW
Harry G. Levine
Professor of Sociology, Queens College NYC
New York City arrests more individuals for marijuana violations than any other city on the planet. Professor Levine recently looked at the marijuana arrest data there and conducted interviews with law enforcement. Levine tried to find the reasons for a dramatic increase in marijuana arrests in the last 10 years as well as the root causes behind the racial and gender disparities of those arrests. He will appear on the Audio Stash today and tomorrow to discuss his findings.
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MONDAY AUGUST 20TH 2007
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DAILY NEWS
NM Governor Richardson Asks President Bush for Medical Marijuana Exemption
Hemp Fest call in Interviews
 Keith StroupNORML's Founder
Allen St. Pierre
NORML Director
Allen and Keith joined us by phone from the grounds of HempFest Sunday.
INTERVIEW (originally aired 7-6-07)
A conversation with Public Television's renowned globetrotter and NORML Advisory Board Member Rick Steves.
Rick has brought Americans and Europeans together for over 15 years though his books, television programs, broadcasts and radio shows. His experience and insight are priceless contributions to our discussion of legalization here in the US.
In his second Audio Stash interview Rick shares his passion to end Cannabis prohibition and the differences between the US and Europe in regard to the approach to education in this area. 
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FRIDAY AUGUST 17th 2007
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Austin Freedom Fest Music
Today we feature a portion of Carolyn's spectacular performance live at the Austin Freedom Fest last week!
Originally from Houston, a city where she has won awards in The Houston Press for everything from Best Guitarist, Vocalist, Songwriter, Blues, to Release of the Year and Musician of the Year -- Now residing in Austin, she has been a great friend to the marijuana reform movement. Wonderland's songs have been featured on NBC's "Homicide," Fox's "Time of Your Life," & Houston NORML even made a video PSA set to Carolyn's "Annie's Scarlet Letter." She has toured with acts like Buddy Guy and Johnny Winter, sat-in with String Cheese Incident, Robert Earl Keen, and Los Lobos, and even sang the "National Anthem" at Sturgis Bike Week 2003. She was a panelist at the University of Texas LBJ Library's "Instruments of Freedom" Forum with Kinky Friedman, Marcia Ball, Jerry Jeff Walker and others.
Steve Bloom
Writer/Designer
Author, columnist and producer Steve Bloom joins us each Friday to discuss the stories at celebstoner.com
Today Steve discusses women smoking cannabis, the cable hit "Weeds" as well as a former Kansas Attorney General calling for medical marijuana and a review of the Kottonmouth Kings tour.
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THURSDAY AUGUST 16th 2007
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HempFest Warm-up
Today we'll speak with Radical Russ Belville of OR NORML and Vivian McPeak of WA NORML about HempFest.
Russ has his own popular radio program in Portland, OR and can be found online at www.radicalruss.net. 
Vivian is the director of HempFest and coordinates the all-volunteer event that handles over 150, 000 cannabis reformers in 2 days.
We'll hear about the 2007 speaker and band line-up and what attendees can expect at the largest marijuana reform rally in the world!
2006 HempFest Audio
In audio recorded at the 2006 HempFest by audio specialist Donna diBianco we'll hear comedian Ngaio Bealum, music from Tim Pate, former Seattle Police Chief and now LEAP Speaker Norm Stamper as well as Vivian McPeak in a HempFest chant.
We'll have audio from 2007's event next week, right here on the Audio Stash!
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WEDNESDAY AUGUST 15th 2007
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Cannabis Science
Dr. Mitch Earleywine
Today we'll discuss new research published in the Journal of Addictive Behaviors that explored the incidence of violence with different substances. Cannabis, of course, was found NOT to cause any aggression....but alcohol certainly did. Mitch discusses the new data and we look at how Prohibition could be contributing to violence in society as well.
Austin Freedom Fest Audio
Valerie Corral
Valerie is a true pioneer of modern, compassionate medical cannabis access. WAMM has operated as a shining example of how access can truly work towards the benefit of patients. WAMM is a beneficiary of the Austin Freedom Fest. Today we feature Valerie's talk to the 4000+ crowd at the event.
Josh Schimberg
Josh is the director of TX NORML and a resident of Austin. Josh and the folks at TX, DFW and HOU NORML did an awesome job getting the NORML message out at the event. Today we feature an interview with Josh conducted during the concert.
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TUESDAY AUGUST 14th 2007
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Weekly Segment GOVERNMENT AT WORK
A look at the different state legislative proposals happening around the country.
This week:
Denver's New Marijuana Liberalization Initiative
Interview with Mason Tvert- SAFER and NORML Colorado
Mason joins us today to discuss the new municipal initiative in Denver that would require the home-rule mile-high city to relax its prosecution of peaceful marijuana smokers.
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Interview
Ron Fisher
National NORML Outreach Coordinator
Ron has some big shoes to fill as the new outreach coordinator. We talk about his ole at NORML and what it's like interacting with the 147+Local NORMLs out there. Contact Ron directly to start up a new NORML Chapter 202- 483- 5500
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Local NORML Chapter Profile
This week:
University of North Texas NORML
Austin Shiffman- Chapter President
Just one year old, UNT NORML has over 80 active members and has a held a number of successful events. Austin joins us today to talk about the chapter and what it has in store for this year. Look for UNT NORML on FaceBook!
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MONDAY AUGUST 13th 2007
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LISTEN TODAY FOR A PIECE WITH MUSIC CUTS FROM THE CONCERT AND A BEHIND THE SCENES STORY OF THE AUSTIN FREEDOM FEST!
Photo by Janis c/o
Willie on Stage in Austin 8-10-07 wearing the NORML T-Shirt.
Photo by High Times- Chris Eudaley
Willie, just after the Audio Stash met with him on the bus.
SPECIAL POST
Marijuana Law Reform was Cooking
at the Austin FreedomFest Friday Night
Chris Goldstein
8-11-07
Austin, TX- In traditional Texas summer heat, Willie Nelson and some of Austin's legends of Country-Western music took the stage in a call for marijuana legalization. The Austin Freedom Fest benefit was held to put money into the pockets of groups working to end prohibition.
Emceed by NORML Advisory Board member and former Dallas Cowboy Mark Stepnoski, the top-notch musical acts were interspersed with some of the most recognizable personalities in the marijuana law reform movement. Keith Stroup from NORML, Rob Kampia from MPP and Valerie Corral from WAMM all spoke to a receptive crowd at the Backyard in Austin.
Turnout neared the capacity for the 5200 seat venue, with Security estimating over 4000 in attendance.
The show opened with the irreverent group Folk Uke, then some Austin locals took the stage: Megan Tubb played polished, upbeat blues rock with a nice kick to it. Then Carolyn Wonderland brought her signature voice and presence to the event belting out tunes like Annie's Scarlet Letter . Her sincerity and talent poured into the set as she played multiple instruments from Guitar to Trumpet. Wonderland showed off exactly why her sound has earned praise from HoustonTX to Europe.
Jackie "The Joke Man Martling" was in particularly good form keeping the crowd up between band changes with his endless supply of quick humor.
Willie's daughter Paula Nelson brought her band to the stage with their original country influenced rock. The tall, blonde local favorite filled the air with both ballad and grit.
Then came the heavy hitters- Ray Benson and Asleep at the Wheel followed by Willie.
Benson is a consummate professional and "The Wheel" (as they're known locally) cruised through a set of their high energy Texas swing which also had some interesting rock jam elements that nearly bordered on Jazz. The deep baritone voice of Ray Benson was cool and steady on the steamy night. Vocalist/guitar player Elizabeth McQueen added some sweet notes to the set as well. Their fiddle player Jason Roberts is particularly talented and was totally at-ease adding the Texas twang or breaking into fusion-styled solos.
After the heat of he day had settled a bit and the stars climbed into the haze ,Willie stepped out wearing a blue t-shirt with a large NORML logo on the front and launched into an electrifying, crowd pleasing set that lasted over an hour. The songs included some his most popular like Crazy, Whisky River and Me and Paul. Then Willie offered some newly minted tunes that had a political edge like Peaceful Solution. The crowd loved every minute of Nelson's performance. Young and old alike cheered, yelled, whooped, hollered, danced and let clouds of sweet smelling smoke roll over them in the TX night.
After Willie ended out the set he stayed on stage to sign posters and autograph CDs.
NORML, MPP and WAMM received many cheers of support, with Willie and the other performers continually reminding the audience of the meaning of the Freedom Fest, encouraging all in the crowd to get involved with cannabis law reform.
A Concert like the Austin FreedomFest is the bread and butter of Country and it represents an important turning point in the involvement of music celebrities.
Ray Benson of Asleep at the Wheel is on the advisory Board of MPP and Willie sits on the advisory board of NORML. One can not overlook the inherent relationship of marijuana in American music. That relationship is vital and strong in Country. One thing is for sure- If every Willie Nelson fan in America were as serious about legalizing cannabis as Willie is himself, prohibition would be over faster than sweat breaks out in Austin.
A Special NORML Audio Stash Podcast with recordings from the concert will be featured this week.
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Friday August 10th 2007
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DAILY NEWS
Hempilation II Music
WILLIE NELSON
From the NORML Album: Hempilation 2 DONATED for use by the Foundation by some of the best American musical talent!
Steve Bloom
Writer/Designer
Author, columnist and producer Steve Bloom joins us each Friday to discuss the stories at celebstoner.com
Today Steve discusses a breaking story about singer Amy Winehouse, the growing popularity and importance of organized softball and a baseballaholic's view of Barry Bonds.
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Thursday AUGUST 9th 2007
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DAILY NEWS
Interview
Josh Schimberg
Josh is the director of TX NORML and a resident of Austin. He joins us today to talk about the Freedom Fest, the city of Austin and the activity of TX NORML
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Austin Freedom Fest Showcase Interview and Music
Originally from Houston, a city where she has won awards in The Houston Press for everything from Best Guitarist, Vocalist, Songwriter, Blues, to Release of the Year and Musician of the Year -- Now residing in Austin, she has been a great friend to the marijuana reform movement. Wonderland's songs have been featured on NBC's "Homicide," Fox's "Time of Your Life," & Houston NORML even made a video PSA set to Carolyn's "Annie's Scarlet Letter." She has toured with acts like Buddy Guy and Johnny Winter, sat-in with String Cheese Incident, Robert Earl Keen, and Los Lobos, and even sang the "National Anthem" at Sturgis Bike Week 2003. She was a panelist at the University of Texas LBJ Library's "Instruments of Freedom" Forum with Kinky Friedman, Marcia Ball, Jerry Jeff Walker and others. Carolyn join us today to discuss the Austin Freedom Fest and her involvement with marijuana reform. We also get the chance to hear a preview track from her upcoming album "Misunderstood."
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WEDNESDAY AUGUST 8th 2007
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Cannabis Science
Dr. Mitch Earleywine
Today we'll discuss the media coverage of a recent Thorax Journal report that had the media whipped up into a reefer madness again...this time regarding the comparison of joints to cigarettes. Also this week Mitch discusses the importance of group gatherings like HempFest and other events.
Interview
Valerie Corral
Valerie is a true pioneer of modern, compassionate medical cannabis access. WAMM has operated as a shining example of how access can truly work towards the benefit of patients. Many of the patients at WAMM (almost 85%) are terminally ill and Valerie has spent a significant time in the care of individuals though their life transition. WAMM is a beneficiary of the Austin Freedom Fest this Friday and Valerie will be at the event. She joins us today to discuss WAMM, her work with the Santa Cruz City government and how medical cannabis can help change the healthcare  system in America.
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TUESDAY AUGUST 7th 2007
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Interview
Musician and Producer
Ray Benson
Ray is a legend of Country Western Music and the driving force behind the  Austin Freedom Fest this Friday. Ray and Asleep at the Wheel have recorded over 25 albums. Ray was named the official Texas State Musician in 2006 and co-wrote A Ride with Bob, a musical that has played sold out performances from TX to Washington DC's Kennedy Center. Ray joins us today to discuss the Austin Freedom Fest as well as the relationship between Country Music and Cannabis. Ray also gave us permission to play 2 tunes from Asleep at the Wheel today! Make sure to catch them live in Austin this Friday!
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MONDAY AUGUST 6th 2007
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Artist Showcase
Today we'll sit down and speak with these underground music legends about their views on marijuana legalization and their role in American Marijuana Culture.
Suburban Noize Records is working on numerous projects, including a DirecTV show. They are BIG supporters of NORML and their catalogue represents the BEST in modern US music!
The Kottonmouth Kings will be on stage this weekend with Tek9 at the Electric Factory in Philadelphia. We'll have a special interview with them on the Stash from the event.
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Friday August 3rd 2007
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Interview
Mark Stepnoski
Dallas Cowboys Lineman in the 1990's
TX NORML and Natl NORML Advisory Board
Mark helped the Cowboys win two SuperBowls in his time on the team and since his retirement from football has been a tireless supporter of marijuana law reform. Mark served a president of Texas NORML and now serves on the NORML Advisory Board. He'll be Emcee at the Austin Freedom Fest on August 10th. He joins us today to talk about his work with NORML and the event next week!
Interview
Allen St. Pierre
National NORML Director
Allen joins us today to discuss a membership drive for National NORML's tens-of-thousands of MySpace Friends!
Steve Bloom
Writer/Designer
Author, columnist and producer Steve Bloom joins us each Friday to discuss the stories at celebstoner.com
Today Steve discusses the what would have been Jerry Garcia's 65th birthday the DEA medical marijuana raids in LA.
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SHOW NOTE- 55-minute History Special Today
Interviews with
Professor Richard Bonnie
Professor Bonnie teaches law at the University of Virginia and has contributed to dozens of legal textbooks. He sat on the 1972 Shafer Presidential Commission that recommended cannabis be removed from Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act. He and a fellow Shafer commissioner wrote The Marijuana Conviction: A History of Marijuana Prohibition in the US.
Dr. Lester Grinspoon
Dr Grinspoon is professor Emeritus of Psychiatry at Harvard University and wrote the landmark book Marijuana Reconsidered. He is one of the earliest modern advocates of medical marijuana use and an expert on medical marijuana history. www.marijuana-uses.com
Dale Gieringer
CA NORML Director
Dale was instrumental in the passage of Prop 215 and SB 420 in California and continues to be the foremost contact for medical marijuana and reform issues in the state that maintains the most used medical access program in the country.
You can see Dale tonight with Glenn Beck on CNN.
Keith Stroup
NORML Founder
Keith Stroup is NORML's Founder and remains Legal Counsel to the organization.
Podsafe Music
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WEDNESDAY AUGUST 1st 2007
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SHOW NOTE- 45-minute Special Today
DAILY NEWS
Berkely Patients Group Targeted By DEA
with Dale Gieringer from CA NORML
Cannabis Science
Dr. Mitch Earleywine
Today we'll discuss the media coverage of a recent Lancet Journal report that carried alarming but false headlines. Mitch begins our special today de-bunking the UK's latest Reefer Madness and looking at the true nature of science behind the politically charged coverage.
Interview
Maia Szalavitz
Journalist/Author/Blogger
Maia Szalavitz is a journalist who covers health, science and public policy. She writes for STATS at George Mason University, a group that is "checking out the facts and figures behind the news." She wrote an excellent analysis of the Lancet media Coverage READ FULL ARTICLE HERE. Maia joins us today to discuss her findings.
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Interview
Paul Armentano
National NORML
Paul is NORML Senior Policy Analyst and author of the Emerging Clinical Applications Review Book. Paul's OPEDs, articles and publication are some of the best resources for marijuana information and reform centered commentary in the country.
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TUESDAY JULY 31st 2007
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Aspen Legal Seminar Audio
HOW TO LITIGATE A MARIJUANA CASE
Jeff writes regularly, mostly for alternative press, maintains an informational website for pot users - www.potbust.com, and speaks at continuing legal education events, as well as political events where the war on drugs is discussed.
More Aspen Legal Seminar Audio is available on the NORML Events Podcast
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MONDAY JULY 30th 2007
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DAILY NEWS
Federal Government Admits Most Marijuana Smokers Have Full-Time Jobs
Higher Education Act Update
Kris Krane
Kris joins us today to for an update on efforts to repeal provisions in the federal Higher Education Act that have needlessly stripped tens of thousands of American college students of their federal financial aid for minor prohibition offenses.
IMPORTANT- If you have lost your financial aid because of this HEA provision please contact SSDP at ssdp(at)ssdp.org or call 202 293 4414 www.ssdp.org
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FRIDAY JULY 27th 2007
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STASH SPECIAL
MEDICAL CULTIVATION
Danny Danko
Cultivation Editor
Danny joins us today to share his knowledge and expertise with the patients and caregivers who live in the 12 states that allow medical cultivation. Today we discuss the differences between indoor and outdoor marijuana; the best medical marijuana strains; a preview of the 20th annual Cannabis Cup in Amsterdam and an update on the Bonghitters softball team
Interview
Attorney Norm Kent
Lifetime NORML Legal Committee Member Norm Kent recently sent an open letter to his college friend Senator Norm Coleman (R-MN). The letter asks Senator Coleman not to be hypocritical about his past pot use. You can READ THE FULL LETTER HERE. Coleman is running against Al Frankin for his Senate seat in MN and this open letter by Kent has created quite a media buzz.
Steve Bloom
Writer/Designer
Author, columnist and producer Steve Bloom joins us each Friday to discuss the stories at celebstoner.com
Today Steve discusses the Lindsay Lohan news along with photos of Paris Hilton smoking marijuana in Hollywood.
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THURSDAY JULY 26th 2007
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A round-table discussion of the Hinchey-Rohrabacher Amendment vote results.
Podsafe Music form PodShow.com
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Wednesday July 25th 2007
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Interview
Congressman Rohrabacher is the Republican co-sponsor of an amendment to the Commerce, Science and Justice Appropriations Bill in the US House of Representatives that would restrict the DEA from pursuing and prosecuting medical marijuana patients in the dozen states that allow legal access. Congressman Rohrabacher offers a frank interview today about why he has supported this appropriations reform.
Interview
May 24th Congressman Ron Paul AudioStash Interview
The Director's Notes
NORML's Executive Director, Allen St. Pierre sends an exclusive audio report to the Stash today regarding the stark differences between the East vs. West United States when it comes to marijuana laws.
Cannabis Science
Dr. Mitch Earleywine
Today we'll discuss the use of marijuana by professional athletes. We'll explore how cannabis could help athletes deal with physical pain among other subjects.
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TUESDAY JULY 24th 2007
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Interview
 In an exclusive interview with NORML podcast host Chris Goldstein, Congressman Hinchey discusses the Amendment he is co-sponsoring withRepublican Congressman Dana Rohrabacher of CA that seeks to protect medical marijuana patients from federal prosecution in the dozen states that allow legal, medical access. 
Congressman Hinchey also takes the opportunity today to decry the current practices of the DEA in California , and criticizes the recent veto by Connecticut Governor M. Jodi Rell -- stating that any Governor who vetoes legislation passed by voter referendum or their state legislatures because of federal laws " doesn't fully understand the basic provisions of the [US] Constitution."
Last year the Hinchey-Rohrabacher Amendment received record support... This year there has been a political sea-change in Congress with a Democratic
majority and a new House Speaker, Nancy Pelosi of CA, who has been
a strong and vocal supporter of the Hinchey-Rohrabacher Amendment in the
past.
Interview
Aaron Houston
Director of Government Relations
 Also appearing on the Audio Stash today is the Director of Government Relations for the Marijuana Policy Project Aaron Houston. Aaron was recently profiled in the Showtime Documentary "In Pot We Trust" which followed hislobbying efforts during last year's Hinchey- Rohrabacher floor action. Houston will discuss his work on the bill this year. We'll speak with him again this week after the full House vote.
Interview
Keith Stroup
NORML Founder
Keith Stroup is NORML's Founder and remains Legal Counsel to the organization. Keith joins us today to weigh on the Hinchey Rohrabacher Amendment and also offers up some interesting news about possible federal legislation for decriminalizing all marijuana posession that could come up this fall.
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MONDAY JULY 23rd 2007
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NEWS CATCH-UP
We'll speak with two of our senior correspondents, Dale Gieringer and Paul Armentano, to catch up on the latest marijuana news. We'll cover the following stories:
Drug Czar John Walters' continued Reefer Madness
Santa Barbara lowest priority ordinance upheld
Dale Gieringer
CA NORML Director
Dale was instrumental in the passage of Prop 215 and SB 420 in California and continues to be the foremost contact for medical marijuana and reform issues in the state that maintains the most used medical access program in the country. He joins us today to discuss the local CA news items and weigh in on Hinchey-Rohrabacher
Paul Armentano
National NORML
Paul is NORML Senior Policy Analyst and author of the Emerging Clinical Applications Review Book. Paul's OPEDs, articles and publication are some of the best resources for marijuana information and reform centered commentary in the country.
The Director's Notes
NORML's Executive Director, Allen St. Pierre sends an exclusive audio report to the Stash today about regarding NY Senator Hillary Clinton's recent comments about medical marijuana.
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Friday July 20th 2007
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Chris took a break from vacation to load up a Friday Stash with a new celebstoner interview and some weekend music. The AudioStash will be back, in force, next week with full coverage of the Hinchey-Rohrabacher Amendment . We'll have a new interview with the sponsor Congressman Maurice Hinchey of NY also news from Canada and CA NORML coordinator Dale Gieringer. Make sure to get you Stash every day!
Steve Bloom
Writer/Designer
Author, columnist and producer Steve Bloom joins us each Friday to discuss the stories at celebstoner.com
Today Steve and Chris offer and extended discussion of the following topics: Senator Hillary Clinton comments on medical marijuana - says "it's terrible" that the DEA raids medical patients; Kelly Clarkson tries edibles overseas and the hit cable show Entourage features a prominent marijuana encounter in CA.
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Thursday July 19th, 2007
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Podcast host/producer Chris Goldstein is taking a few days vacation this week so we're presenting a few "best of" episodes. We'll be back July 30th with brand new content and play-by-play coverage of the Hinchey-Rohrabacher
Amendment. We'll have new interviews with Congressman Maurice Hinchey and Congressman Ron Paul next week, stay tuned!
SPECIAL REPORT
Originally Aired on May 21, 2007
Chris Goldstein traveled to Tom's River New Jersey to cover the march of Jim Miller who is pushing his late wife, Cheryl's, wheelchair across the width of the Garden State. We spoke with Jim as he began the march on Sunday from Seaside Heights NJ to Trenton.
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Podcast host/producer Chris Goldstein is taking a few days vacation this week so we're presenting a few "best of" episodes. We'll be back July 30th with brand new content and play-by-play coverage of the Hinchey-Rorabacher Amendment. We'll have new interviews with Congressman Maurice Hinchey and Congressman Ron Paul next week, stay tuned!
FOCUS INTERVIEW
Originally Aired on March 28, 2007
Clarence is a columnist at the Chicago Tribune and a political commentator who appears frequently on television talk shows. Chris and Clarence discuss the racial disparities of marijuana prohibition. They also explore the broader issue in, at times, a very personal discussion of racism in America.
Cannabis Science
Originally Aired on March 28, 2007
Today: Racism
Dr Earleywine is professor of psychology at SUNY Albany and this week we're looking at the psychology of racism. Mitch also offers solution for combating racism for individuals and society.
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TUESDAY JULY 17th 2007
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*NOTE:
Podcast host/producer Chris Goldstein is taking a few days vacation this week so we're presenting a few "best of" episodes. We'll be back July 30th with brand new content and play-by-play coverage of the Hinchey-Rorabacher Amendment. We'll have new interviews with Congressman Maurice Hinchey and Congressman Ron Paul next week, stay tuned!
Interview
Originally Aired on April 16, 2007
Jeffery Miron
Economist
Harvard University
Jeffery published a report funded by MPP,The Budgetary Implications of Marijuana Prohibition. The report explores the revenue potential of a tax and regulate market for marijuana in the US. It also looked at the savings in Judicial and Legal expenses though ending marijuana prohibition.
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Feature Interview
Originally Aired April 30 2007
Dr. Melamede joins us today to discuss the realities of THC Potency in Marijuana and more!
Dr Bob is one of the world's leading cannabinoid researchers. His groundbreaking work into the endogenous cannabinoid system and how cannabinoid receptors function are helping us all understand the true benefits to marijuana.
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Monday July 16th 2007
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MUSIC STASH
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FRIDAY July 13th 2007
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NEWS HIGHLIGHTS
Steve Bloom
Writer/Designer
Author, columnist and producer Steve Bloom joins us each Friday to discuss the stories at celebstoner.com
Today Steve discusses new info about the death of Doors front man Jim Morrison, the Transformers star Megan Fox talks about legalizing marijuana, John Popper from Blues Traveler case concluded and some info on pot-unfriendly Rudy Guliani www.celebstoner.com
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Thursday July 12th 2007
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Author Interview
NORML has over 140 local affiliate Chapters making it one of the largest and longest running grassroots organizations in the history of America. Should marijuana become legal tomorrow, there would still be a vital role for NORML as the leading advocacy representative for American Marijuana Consumers. Make sure to join your local NORML Chapter and if there isn't a chapter in your area START ONE!
Author Joe Szakos joins us today to discuss his newest book that includes profiles of community organizers and valuable tips for grassroots success. We'll hear about the typical workday for an organizer, how to avoid "burnout" and how activists keep a long-view of their issue.
Make sure to participate in this grassroots effort to end marijuana prohibition!
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Wednesday July 12th 2007
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Cannabis Science
Dr. Mitch Earleywine
Today we'll discuss a story that will be highlighted in NORML's Weekly press Release tomorrow Texas: Seventy Percent of All "Marijuana Treatment" Admissions Stem From Arrest, Study Says.
We'll also discuss how Cerebral Palsy patients can utilize medical marijuana as highlighted in the new Showtime Documentary "In Pot We Trust"
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Tuesday July 10th 2007
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Weekly Segment
 GOVERNMENT AT WORK
A look at the different state legislative proposals happening around the country.
This week:
Focus on Texas
Recent legislation passed in Texas gives police officers greater discretion in dealing with minor marijuana offenders. Police may now issue a citation in lieu of immediate arrest. We'll speak with two Texans about the new law today:
Josh Shinberg from Texas NORML
NLC Attorney Larry Sauer
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Monday July 9th 2007
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NEWS HIGHLIGHTS
Interview: Allen St. Pierre tells us about a BIG TX event in August!
Friday August 10
The Backyard
Austin, Texas
Featuring:
 ... and other invited guestsHost: Mark Stepnoski NORML Advisory Board Member and former NFL all-star Dallas Cowboy
Interview
Mason joins us today to discuss the new SAFER initiative in Denver seeking to make marijuana offenses the city police's lowest law-enforcement priority. Mason also talks about his experience at the Aspen Legal Seminars. He also recently co-founded the new state-wide Colorado NORML chapter.
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Friday July 6, 2007
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ACTIVIST INTERVIEW SPECIAL-
Join us today for a conversation with Public Television's renowned globetrotter and NORML Advisory Board Member Rick Steves.
Rick has brought Americans and Europeans together for over 15 years though his books, television programs, broadcasts and radio shows. His experience and insight are priceless contributions to our discussion of legalization here in the US.
In his second Audio Stash interview Rick shares his passion to end Cannabis prohibition and the differences between the US and Europe in regard to the approach to education in this area.
More info about Rick:
Steve Bloom
Writer/Designer
Author, columnist and producer Steve Bloom joins us each Friday to discuss the stories at celebstoner.com
PART 2 INTERVIEW+ CD GIVE AWAY!
Hip Hop Group
1-Ton and UnderRated
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Thursday July 5th 2007
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Cannabis Science
Dr. Mitch Earleywine
Today we'll dissect the latest ONDCP/DEA Reefer Madness Lies...including the truth about so-called marijuana addiction.
Interview
Hip Hop Group
1-Ton and UnderRated join us for interviews today and tomorrow!
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Wednesday July 4th 2007
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HOLIDAY MUSIC SPECIAL!
Music Today from:
Sublime, Cypress Hill, Willie Nelson, Tupac and Snoop Dogg, D.O.A., Belt, Bad Religion, Barrington Levy and the Long Beach Dub Allstars
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Tuesday July 3rd 2007
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Weekly Segment GOVERNMENT AT WORK
A look at the different state legislative proposals happening around the country.
This week:
New Mexico Begins Issuing Medical ID Cards
Focus Interview:
Reena Joins us today to discuss the temporary ID Cards, the future of the supply and distribution in NM and the rules promulgation process for the program to come into full effect October 1st.
Interview
Allison Margolin
"LA's Dopest Attorney"
Allison is a young criminal defense attorney in Los Angeles specializing in cannabis and other prohibition violations. She joins us today to discuss her experience in law school, her work, and the prospects for broader marijuana legalization .
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Monday July 2nd 2007
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The Director's Notes
NORML's Executive Director, Allen St. Pierre sends an exclusive audio report to the Stash today about his recent visit to London. Allen presents his unique insight and commentary on the comparison between marijuana policy in the US and UK and why medical marijuana has a much different status regarding its politics here in the US.
Interview
Kris Krane
Kris joins us today to discuss SSDP's important effort to change provision in the Higher Education Act. Over 200, 000 students have lot their federal financial aid because of minor marijuana offenses. This is especially disturbing because violent criminals and those convicted of crimes such as rape do not loose their financial aid in the same manner. Recently a powerful group sat in committee in the US Senate to consider these changes. That committee includes Senators Barak Obama, Hillary Clinton and Chris Dodd who are vying for the Democratic Presidential nomination. www.schoolsnotprisons.om
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Friday June 29th 2007
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Feature Interview
TOMMY CHONG
Today Tommy Chong , NORML Advisory Board member, interviews with Audio Stash Host Chris Goldstein about his trip to Aspen, Colorado for the NORML Legal Seminars.
Topics covered include: Tommy's visit to Hunter S. Thompson's Ranch; breaking a "pot fast"; hanging out with lawyers; his view of marijuana legalization. Listen today to find out more!
Tommy/NORML Audio
Steve Bloom
Writer/Designer
Author, columnist and producer Steve Bloom joins us each Friday to discuss the stories at celebstoner.com
Today Steve discusses a story he broke at celebstoner on US Senator Norm Coleman's past pot smoking!
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Thursday June 28th 2007
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BREAKING NEWS
Cannabis Has "Clear Medical Benefits" For HIV Patients, Study Says
We're featuring in-depth coverage of this important new research with three experts on Cannabis Science.
Dr. Mitch Earleywine
Dr. John P. Morgan
John is professor emeritus of Pharmacology at the City University of New York and co-author of Marijuana Myths, Marijuana Facts.
Paul Armentano
Paul is NORML Senior Policy Analyst and author of the Emerging Clinical Applications Review Book.
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Wednesday June 27th 2007
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ASPEN LEGAL AUDIO
NORML convened the Second Annual Aspen Legal Seminar in early June. Some of the top Criminal Defense attorneys were present to discuss cannabis law and cannabis legal strategies. Tommy Chong gave a keynote address and Antia Thompson hosted a social event at her late husband, Hunter S. Thompson's, Owl Creek Ranch.
The next NORML Legal Seminar is in Key West, click the link blow for more details-
Today's audio from Aspen features Criminal Defense Attorney Hal Haddon who has represented Kobe Bryant, The Ramseys and the late Hunter S. Thompson. Haddon gives a compelling talk on the nature and practice of Drug Courts in America. He also answers some questions from the audience.
We will soon have audio from a number of the presentations given in Aspen online ...Later this week we'll speak with Tommy Chiong about his experience at the event!
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Tuesday June 26th 2007
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Weekly Segment
GOVERNMENT
AT WORK
A look at the different state legislative proposals happening around the country.
This week:
Focus on Connecticut
Lorenzo Jones
A Better Way Foundation
Lorenzo helped lead the grassroots effort for medical marijuana in Connecticut.
Lorraine Jalbert
 Lorraine is a practicing nurse and was instrumental in gaining the official support of the CNA and testified on behalf of medical marijuana access.
Cliff Thornton
Cliff ran for Governor of Connecticut last year and currently serves on the NORML Board of directors.
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Monday June 25th 2007
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The Director's Notes
NORML's Executive Director, Allen St. Pierre joins the Stash today to discuss the Supreme Court Ruling on the Bong His 4 Jesus Case, his recent visit to London to speak with the world's longest running cannabis reform group and to weigh in on the action in New England
NEWS FOCUS
Kris Krane
Kris joins us today to discuss the Bong Hits 4 Jesus Ruling and why the Supreme Court has really empowered students to address prohibition policy in their schools.
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Today we're featuring a portion of author Matthew Robinson's conference presentation on Saturday, October 13th. His work is featured in the book he co-authored 
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