Illinois Just Changed EVERYTHING | New Cannabis Laws, Hemp Crackdown & Industry Chaos | Ep 146

Illinois Just Changed EVERYTHING | New Cannabis Laws, Hemp Crackdown & Industry Chaos | Ep 146

🚨 Illinois just signed one of the biggest cannabis reform packages since legalization and we're breaking down what it REALLY means. This week Aaron and Dave dive deep into Illinois SB3222 and the massive omnibus cannabis and hemp legislation signed by Governor JB Pritzker. We cover the new possession limits, drive-thru dispensaries, curbside pickup, telehealth certifications, medical cannabis changes, hemp regulations, ownership transparency requirements and why some people believe Illinois continues to favor corporate operators over small businesses. We also discuss a Michigan cultivation facility being marketed as an AI data center, declining medical cannabis sales in Illinois, Ivy Hall ownership controversy, and another great My Bud Jon review featuring Mile High Melts by Redemption Botanicals rosin. Plus Dave's Conditional Cannabis Corner tackles one of the most common reasons people consume cannabis: anxiety relief. 👇 Let us know in the comments: Do these new Illinois laws help consumers or help corporations? 🔥 Subscribe for weekly Midwest cannabis news and culture 👍 Like the video if you support independent cannabis media 📢 Share this episode with a friend who follows Illinois cannabis policy ⏰ CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro 01:00 Welcome to The Elevated News Podcast 02:55 UFC Upsets, Gaethje vs Topuria Discussion 07:23 Disc Golf & Weekend Recap 10:46 My Bud Jon Review: Mile High Melts Premium vs Regular Rosin 22:40 Dr. Dabber Discount & Sponsor Mentions 25:23 YouTube Comments & Community Shoutouts 27:52 Michigan Cannabis Market Trouble Begins 30:19 $20 Million Michigan Grow Facility Becoming AI Data Center? 42:01 Illinois Medical Cannabis Sales Continue to Stall 46:23 Ivy Hall Ownership Controversy & Cannabis Licensing Discussion 52:14 Illinois SB3222 Signed Into Law 54:45 New Cannabis Possession Limits Explained 57:19 Drive-Thru Dispensaries & Vehicle Transport Rules 01:02:26 Telehealth Medical Cannabis Certifications 01:05:00 Ownership Disclosure & Anti-Competitive Provisions 01:12:53 Dave's Conditional Cannabis Corner 01:14:10 Cannabis and Anxiety Relief 01:16:07 Best Terpenes for Anxiety: Linalool, CBD & More 01:24:08 Final Thoughts & Outro 📰 ARTICLES & SOURCES DISCUSSED The Cole Memo SB3222 Breakdown https://www.thecolememo.com [https://www.thecolememo.com] 🌱 BuildASoil → https://buildasoil.com/?ref=supportdopepeople [https://buildasoil.com/?ref=supportdopepeople] Use code SupportDopePeople for 5% off your order! 🌿 The Green Gro → https://thegreengro.com?sca_ref=4908674.J9aND9hTra [https://thegreengro.com?sca_ref=4908674.J9aND9hTra] Use code TwoDopeDudes for 5% off! 🔥 Dr. Dabber → https://www.drdabber.com [https://www.drdabber.com] Use code SDP for 10% off! 👕 https://www.SupportDopePeople.com/store [https://www.SupportDopePeople.com/store] - grab a tee before they’re gone! 🐦 Two Dope Dudes on X → https://x.com/twodopedudes [https://x.com/twodopedudes] 🎙️ Listen to the audio version: Spotify Apple Podcasts Amazon Music iHeartRadio #CannabisNews #IllinoisCannabis #SB3222 #CannabisIndustry #HempNews #MedicalCannabis #CannabisPodcast #MichiganCannabis #TheElevatedNewsPodcast #TwoDopeDudes *This video is intended for educational, informational, documentary, and entertainment purposes only. All cannabis products discussed or reviewed in this video were obtained and consumed legally in compliance with applicable state laws by adults 21 years of age or older. The Elevated News Podcast and “My Bud Jon” do not sell, distribute, promote illegal activity, or encourage the misuse of cannabis or any controlled substances. Opinions expressed in this review are personal experiences and should not be interpreted as medical advice or product endorsements. Cannabis laws vary by jurisdiction. Viewers are responsible for understanding and following their local laws and regulations. This content is intended for mature audiences only. BuildASoil → https://buildasoil.com/?ref=supportdopepeople Use code SupportDopePeople for 5% off your order! The Green Gro → https://thegreengro.com?sca_ref=4908674.J9aND9hTra Use code TwoDopeDudes for 5% off! https://www.SupportDopePeople.com/store

The Elevated News Podcast Ep 145 | TSA Cannabis Travel Update, Trulieve NYSE Listing & Michigan Tax Disaster

The Elevated News Podcast with Two Dope Dudes | Episode 145 This week on The Elevated News Podcast, Aaron and Dave dive into several major cannabis stories impacting consumers, patients, and the cannabis industry. We kick things off with My Bud Jon's review of Ozone's Mandarin Z flower and the Dr. Dabber Ghost 2 portable concentrate vaporizer. Jon breaks down flavor, effects, performance, and whether these products are worth your hard-earned dollars. Then we jump into Illinois cannabis enforcement after a man was arrested on a CTA train while rolling a cannabis cigar. The discussion evolves into a broader conversation about cannabis enforcement, regulation, home grow rights, and whether states are still treating cannabis consumers fairly. Next, we head to Michigan, where a new marijuana wholesale tax is generating far less revenue than lawmakers projected. Aaron and Dave break down the numbers, discuss the realities of cannabis taxation, and explain why politicians may have dramatically overestimated expected revenue. The conversation then shifts to Wall Street as Trulieve becomes the first major U.S. cannabis operator approved to uplist to the New York Stock Exchange. Is this a historic moment for the cannabis industry? Should cannabis consumers consider investing in cannabis stocks? Aaron and Dave share their thoughts. We also discuss updated TSA guidance regarding medical marijuana and air travel. What can patients legally bring while flying, and what should travelers know before heading to the airport? In Dave's Corner, we take a deeper look at PTSD, trauma, CBD, THC, and how cannabis may help patients better manage stress responses. Dave shares insights from years of working with medical cannabis patients and explains why consistent CBD use may be one of the most overlooked tools available. Topics Covered: • Ozone Mandarin Z Review • Dr. Dabber Ghost 2 Review • Illinois Cannabis Enforcement • CTA Cannabis Arrest Discussion • Michigan Marijuana Tax Revenue Shortfall • Cannabis Taxation and Regulation • Trulieve NYSE Uplisting • Cannabis Investing Discussion • TSA Medical Marijuana Travel Guidance • PTSD and Cannabis • CBD for Stress Management • Cannabis Community Updates Thank you for supporting independent cannabis media. If you enjoy the show, please subscribe, leave a review, and share the podcast with a friend. 🌱 BuildASoil → https://buildasoil.com/?ref=supportdopepeople [https://buildasoil.com/?ref=supportdopepeople] Use code SupportDopePeople for 5% off your order! 🌿 The Green Gro → https://thegreengro.com?sca_ref=4908674.J9aND9hTra [https://thegreengro.com/?sca_ref=4908674.J9aND9hTra] Use code TwoDopeDudes for 5% off! 💨 Dr. Dabber → https://drdabber.sjv.io/SDP10 [https://drdabber.sjv.io/SDP10] Check out the products discussed on today's show: 10% off entire store when you use code "SDP" at checkout! 👕 https://www.SupportDopePeople.com/store [https://www.supportdopepeople.com/store] - grab a tee before they’re gone! 🐦 Two Dope Dudes on X → https://x.com/twodopedudes [https://x.com/twodopedudes] BuildASoil → https://buildasoil.com/?ref=supportdopepeople Use code SupportDopePeople for 5% off your order! The Green Gro → https://thegreengro.com?sca_ref=4908674.J9aND9hTra Use code TwoDopeDudes for 5% off! https://www.SupportDopePeople.com/store

The Elevated News Podcast Ep 144 | Illinois Omnibus Passes, Alabama Launches & Cannabis Farming Debate

🚨 Illinois just passed the biggest cannabis overhaul in years! This week on The Elevated News Podcast with Two Dope Dudes, Aaron and Dave break down Illinois' newly passed cannabis omnibus bill, the doubling of possession limits, changes impacting hemp operators, medical cannabis access improvements, and what it all means for consumers and businesses. We also discuss Alabama finally opening its first medical cannabis dispensary after years of delays, whether regenerative farming is the future of cannabis cultivation, and why Dave believes ALL cannabis use can be considered medical use. Plus, My Bud Jon returns with a Cresco review featuring Purple Churro, Billy Ocean, Indigo, and Slurry Crasher Live Butter while testing out the new(to him) Dr. Dabber Ghost 2! 🌿 Dr Dabber → https://drdabber.sjv.io/sdp10 [https://drdabber.sjv.io/sdp10] 10% off entire store! 🌱 BuildASoil → https://buildasoil.com/?ref=supportdopepeople [https://buildasoil.com/?ref=supportdopepeople] Use code SupportDopePeople for 5% off your order! 🌿 The Green Gro → https://thegreengro.com?sca_ref=4908674.J9aND9hTra [https://thegreengro.com?sca_ref=4908674.J9aND9hTra] Use code TwoDopeDudes for 5% off! 👕 https://www.SupportDopePeople.com/store [https://www.SupportDopePeople.com/store] - grab a tee before they’re gone! 🐦 Two Dope Dudes on X → https://x.com/twodopedudes [https://x.com/twodopedudes] 🎙️ Listen On Audio Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeartRadio And everywhere podcasts are available! 👇 Join the Conversation 👇 Do you support Illinois' cannabis omnibus bill? Should hemp-derived THC products remain legal? Is regenerative farming the future of cannabis cultivation? Leave a comment and let us know! 👍 Like 💬 Comment 🔔 Subscribe 📢 Share this episode with a friend #CannabisNews #IllinoisCannabis #MedicalMarijuana #CannabisPodcast #TheElevatedNewsPodcast #TwoDopeDudes #CannabisIndustry #CannabisLegalization #WeedNews #CannabisCommunity *This video is intended for educational, informational, documentary, and entertainment purposes only. All cannabis products discussed or reviewed in this video were obtained and consumed legally in compliance with applicable state laws by adults 21 years of age or older. The Elevated News Podcast and “My Bud Jon” do not sell, distribute, promote illegal activity, or encourage the misuse of cannabis or any controlled substances. Opinions expressed in this review are personal experiences and should not be interpreted as medical advice or product endorsements. Cannabis laws vary by jurisdiction. Viewers are responsible for understanding and following their local laws and regulations. This content is intended for mature audiences only. BuildASoil → https://buildasoil.com/?ref=supportdopepeople Use code SupportDopePeople for 5% off your order! The Green Gro → https://thegreengro.com?sca_ref=4908674.J9aND9hTra Use code TwoDopeDudes for 5% off! https://www.SupportDopePeople.com/store

The Elevated News Podcast Ep 143 | Jay Wills on Legacy Cannabis, Vibe & Real Craft Weed

The Elevated News Podcast with Two Dope Dudes Episode 143 is here and this one goes DEEP. This week Aaron and Dave sit down with Jay Wills of Tree One Four Genetics, We talk legacy cannabis culture, massive pheno hunts, terpene preservation, deli style dispensaries, corporate cannabis problems, the truth about THC percentages, old school Kush genetics, and how Jay went from DEA raids in Montana to helping build one of Missouri’s most respected cannabis brands through Vibe Cannabis. This episode is packed with stories from the early underground cannabis days, conversations about preserving real cannabis culture, and a raw discussion about what’s happening to the legal cannabis market today. If you care about craft cannabis, genetics, hash, terpenes, home grow culture, legacy growers, or the future of legal weed, this is one of our best conversations yet. Follow Jay Wills / Tree One Four Genetics: Website: https://tree1four.com [https://tree1four.com] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_tree1four_ [https://www.instagram.com/_tree1four_] Vibe Cannabis: https://www.vibecanna.com [https://www.vibecanna.com/] Support the show! 🌱 BuildASoil → https://buildasoil.com/?ref=supportdopepeople [https://buildasoil.com/?ref=supportdopepeople] Use code SupportDopePeople for 5% off your order! 🌿 The Green Gro → https://thegreengro.com?sca_ref=4908674.J9aND9hTra [https://thegreengro.com/?sca_ref=4908674.J9aND9hTra] Use code TwoDopeDudes for 5% off! 👕 https://www.SupportDopePeople.com/store [https://www.supportdopepeople.com/store] - grab a tee before they’re gone! 🐦 Two Dope Dudes on X → https://x.com/twodopedudes [https://x.com/twodopedudes] Subscribe for weekly cannabis news, culture, reviews, interviews, and industry conversations from the Midwest and beyond. Drop a comment and let us know: What matters more to you… terpenes or THC percentage? LIKE 👍 COMMENT 💬 SUBSCRIBE 🔥 SHARE WITH YOUR SMOKER FRIENDS 🌱 Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 2:10 Meeting Jay Wills at Grow Active Solutions 6:12 Why the Midwest cannabis community is different 10:20 Working in Montana’s medical cannabis market 13:40 DEA raid story and federal cannabis enforcement 19:50 Colorado cannabis during legalization 24:15 Missouri vs Illinois cannabis markets 30:10 Why remediation should be labeled 36:00 THC percentages are misleading 42:45 How Vibe Cannabis approaches quality 48:00 Massive seed hunts and phenotype selection 57:30 Why old school Kush genetics still matter 1:05:00 Deli style dispensaries and terpene preservation 1:12:00 Cannabis as medicine and spirituality 1:23:00 The next generation of cannabis culture 1:34:30 Building Tree One Four Genetics 1:43:20 Final thoughts and where to find Jay *This show is intended for educational, informational, documentary, and entertainment purposes only. All cannabis products discussed or reviewed in this video were obtained and consumed legally in compliance with applicable state laws by adults 21 years of age or older. The Elevated News Podcast and “My Bud Jon” do not sell, distribute, promote illegal activity, or encourage the misuse of cannabis or any controlled substances. Opinions expressed in this review are personal experiences and should not be interpreted as medical advice or product endorsements. Cannabis laws vary by jurisdiction. Viewers are responsible for understanding and following their local laws and regulations. This content is intended for mature audiences only. BuildASoil → https://buildasoil.com/?ref=supportdopepeople Use code SupportDopePeople for 5% off your order! The Green Gro → https://thegreengro.com?sca_ref=4908674.J9aND9hTra Use code TwoDopeDudes for 5% off! https://www.SupportDopePeople.com/store

The Elevated News Podcast Ep 142 | TSA Cannabis Update, Indiana Legalization & Opioid Study

The Elevated News Podcast with Two Dope Dudes Episode 142 is here! This week Aaron and Dave break down major cannabis news stories including the TSA updating its cannabis policy, Indiana Republicans opening up to medical marijuana legislation, a federal judge approving bankruptcy protections for a cannabis MSO, Texas revoking medical cannabis permits, and a new study showing cannabis helping pain patients reduce opioid use. Plus: My Bud Jon reviews Hijinx Sleep Spray, Space Chunks gummies, and Blue Raz RSO shooters Dave explains why “Indica vs Sativa” is outdated in another Conditional Cannabis Corner Cannabis travel talk Opioid alternatives Medical cannabis advocacy Cannabis market chaos And much more. If you care about cannabis legalization, cannabis news, medical marijuana, home grow, cannabis culture, hemp policy, cannabinoids, terpenes, and the future of the cannabis industry, this episode is for you. Follow and Support Two Dope Dudes: 🌱 BuildASoil → https://buildasoil.com/?ref=supportdopepeople [https://buildasoil.com/?ref=supportdopepeople] Use code SupportDopePeople for 5% off your order! 🌿 The Green Gro → https://thegreengro.com?sca_ref=4908674.J9aND9hTra [https://thegreengro.com/?sca_ref=4908674.J9aND9hTra] Use code TwoDopeDudes for 5% off! 👕 https://www.SupportDopePeople.com/store [https://www.supportdopepeople.com/store] - grab a tee before they’re gone! 🐦 Two Dope Dudes on X → https://x.com/twodopedudes [https://x.com/twodopedudes] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TwoDopeDudes NEWS ARTICLES DISCUSSED TSA Medical Cannabis Update: https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/whatcanibring/items/medical-marijuana [https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/whatcanibring/items/medical-marijuana] Indiana Republicans Open To Marijuana Legislation: https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/05/12/indiana-republicans-open-to-marijuana-legislation/ Federal Judge Approves Cannabis MSO Chapter 15 Bankruptcy: https://mjbizdaily.com/federal-judge-approves-chapter-15-bankruptcy-for-cannabis-mso/ [https://mjbizdaily.com/federal-judge-approves-chapter-15-bankruptcy-for-cannabis-mso/] Texas Revokes Cannabis MSO Medical Market Permit: https://mjbizdaily.com/texas-revokes-cannabis-msos-permit-to-enter-medical-market/ Medical Marijuana Helps Patients Reduce Opioid Use: https://www.marijuanamoment.net/medical-marijuana-helps-pain-patients-reduce-use-of-opioids-new-study-shows/ [https://www.marijuanamoment.net/medical-marijuana-helps-pain-patients-reduce-use-of-opioids-new-study-shows/] Drop a comment and let us know: Should cannabis replace opioids for chronic pain treatment? Would you travel with cannabis through TSA? Will Indiana legalize medical marijuana soon? Subscribe for weekly cannabis news, cannabis culture, reviews, interviews, policy updates, and real conversations from the Midwest cannabis scene. Shout out to My Bud Jon and everybody supporting dope people. Please like, comment, subscribe, and share the show with a friend. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - intro song 00:58 - McBiz is a beast. 03:40 - plugs 05:12 - My Bud Jon reviews the Hijnx micro pump sleep spray and space chunks gummies 13:39 - youtube comments 16:35 - TSA updates website to include Medical Cannabis 19:46 - Indiana Republicans increasingly open to marijuana legislation 26:04 - Federal judge approves cannabis MSO for Chapter 15 bankruptcy 31:02 - Texas revokes cannabis MSO's permit to enter medical market 34:07 - Medical Marijuana Helps Pain Patients Reduce Use Of Opioids, New Study Shows 47:31 - Daves Conditional cannabis corner - instead of Indica try this 55:35 - wrapping up for the week 56:49 - outro song "This video is intended for educational, informational, documentary, and entertainment purposes only. All cannabis products discussed or reviewed in this video were obtained and consumed legally in compliance with applicable state laws by adults 21 years of age or older. The Elevated News Podcast and “My Bud Jon” do not sell, distribute, promote illegal activity, or encourage the misuse of cannabis or any controlled substances. Opinions expressed in this review are personal experiences and should not be interpreted as medical advice or product endorsements. Cannabis laws vary by jurisdiction. Viewers are responsible for understanding and following their local laws and regulations. BuildASoil → https://buildasoil.com/?ref=supportdopepeople Use code SupportDopePeople for 5% off your order! The Green Gro → https://thegreengro.com?sca_ref=4908674.J9aND9hTra Use code TwoDopeDudes for 5% off! https://www.SupportDopePeople.com/store