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In Episode 92, we break down a wild week in cannabis news, culture, and community. From major arrests in Missouri to an American basketball player facing a possible death sentence in Indonesia over edibles, this episode is packed with real talk, laughs, and life-changing insights. Plus, we explore how cannabis could help with sleep apnea in Dave’s Conditional Cannabis Corner.

In This Episode:

• 🚨 Missouri arrests prove the war on weed continues
• 🇮🇩 Dallas athlete Jarred Shaw could face death penalty for cannabis candy
• 🧾 Minnesota passes bold new cannabis policy
• 🌿 Curaleaf expands into the Illinois hemp market
• 😴 Can cannabis help with sleep apnea? Dave breaks it down
• 💬 Honest takes, real community voices — no corporate fluff

Timestamps:

00:00 – Weekend recap: disc golf & dabs

02:27 – Shoutouts & support links

03:28 – Listener comments

08:14 – 50 lbs of weed, 2 men arrested in Missouri

12:14 – Jarred Shaw’s edible arrest in Indonesia

16:02 – Minnesota cannabis policy update

21:20 – Curaleaf’s hemp dispensary opens in Illinois

28:07 – New study: cannabis and sleep apnea

32:43 – Dave’s Conditional Cannabis Corner

42:33 – Reflections & community convo

56:14 – Outro

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Illinois cannabis sales are crashing — is the market broken or just burnt out? In this episode, Two Dope Dudes dig into the latest news from Illinois and Pennsylvania, break down the truth about odor-proof laws, and get real on how cannabis can help with general anxiety. Plus, Dave drops a powerful session in his Conditional Cannabis Corner. Spark up and stay elevated with the realest cannabis podcast in the game.

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⚖️ DISCLAIMER: The opinions expressed are solely those of the hosts and guests. Always consult legal professionals for specific cannabis law advice.

🎵 MUSIC CREDITS:

• Outro: Harris Heller/Streambeats

• Intro: Dave Cope and Suno

Is your cannabis baby ugly? Aaron and Dave tackle the controversial topic of "Ugly Baby Syndrome" in the cannabis world (19:06) plus the hottest headlines in weed news:

- 🔥 Alarming wave of arson attacks targeting Chicago dispensaries (24:10)

- ⚖️ Ohio's competing hemp regulation bills could reshape the industry (27:46)

- 💸 Gavin Newsom's 26% cannabis tax hike now official in California (33:04)

- 🏆 The inside story of Kentucky's most coveted medical cannabis license (39:37)

- 📋 Illinois cannabis business owners fighting against costly regulations (44:37)

- 👁️ Dave's Conditional Cannabis Corner: Cannabis for Glaucoma & Ocular Pressure (51:16)

Stay informed, stay elevated! Two Dope Dudes deliver cannabis news with insights you won't find anywhere else!

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• FREE Sticker Pack: Submit email & address at https://www.SupportDopePeople.com

• Support the Show: Grab a shirt or hoodie!

🌿 JOIN THE COMMUNITY:

• Hit SUBSCRIBE and turn on notifications to stay updated on cannabis news

• Have a cannabis medical question? Drop it below for next week's Conditional Cannabis Corner!

• Thursday night livestreams with Dave on Peace Love and Cope YouTube channel

🎙️ FOLLOW THE TWO DOPE DUDES:

• Website: www.supportdopepeople.com

• Check out our feature on Illinois News Joint: https://illinoisnewsjoint.com/the-elevated-news-podcast-bolsters-cannabis-community/

• Aaron: https://www.instagram.com/lifeofguapo

• Dave: https://www.instagram.com/peaceloveandcope

• Support Dope People: https://www.instagram.com/support_dope_people

⚖️ DISCLAIMER: The opinions expressed are solely those of the hosts and guests. Always consult legal professionals for specific cannabis law advice.

🎵 MUSIC CREDITS:

• Outro: Harris Heller/Streambeats

• Intro: Dave Cope and Suno