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🎙️ The Elevated News Podcast Ep 148 | Illinois Cannabis Sales Drop, Ascend Strike, New Laws & Medical Cannabis Research
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This week Aaron and Dave celebrate THREE YEARS of The Elevated News Podcast while breaking down some of the biggest cannabis stories affecting Illinois and the Midwest.
🚨 Illinois cannabis sales continue trending downward
🚨 Hundreds of Ascend workers walk off the job
🚨 New Illinois cannabis law changes are officially taking effect
🚨 Minnesota releases new medical cannabis patient outcome data
🚨 My Bud Jon reviews Midweek Friday products and declares war on shake
The guys take a hard look at Illinois cannabis sales numbers, discuss why out-of-state sales are falling, explain how SB3222 changes possession limits, drive-thru dispensaries, seeds, security requirements, and medical access, and debate what the future of the Illinois market could look like.
Plus Dave's Conditional Cannabis Corner tackles a question every patient should ask:
Can cannabis help improve quality of life no matter what condition you're facing?
👇 Let us know in the comments:
Do you think Illinois cannabis sales will rebound or continue declining through 2026?
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⏰ CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro & 3 Year Anniversary
01:18 Streamyard Problems and Round Two
02:00 Disc Golf Discussion
09:24 My Bud Jon Review Begins
10:06 Midweek Friday Big Perm Shake Review
13:18 Peach Berry Pear Disposable Review
15:23 Why Shake Is a Bad Value
19:50 YouTube Comments & Community Shoutouts
23:44 Live Chat Recognition
24:54 Podcast Plugs & Dr. Dabber
26:48 Ascend Wellness Labor Strike
30:12 Illinois Cannabis Sales Numbers Breakdown
35:58 Why Out-of-State Sales Are Falling
41:50 Illinois SB3222 Changes Explained
50:58 Seeds, Home Grow & Enforcement Discussion
54:10 Medical Dispensary Changes
55:31 Minnesota Medical Cannabis Study
57:05 Dave's Conditional Cannabis Corner
57:45 Can Cannabis Improve Quality of Life?
01:06:50 Three Years of The Elevated News Podcast
01:08:52 Final Thoughts & Outro
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DISCLAIMER: This content is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing in this podcast is intended to be medical, legal, or financial advice. Cannabis laws vary by jurisdiction. Always consult qualified professionals regarding your individual circumstances. Any opinions expressed are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not constitute endorsements of any product, company, or treatment. For mature audiences only.
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