Best M.J. Lindsey Podcasts (2025)

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What If: Mind Over Matter 23:02

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Send us a text What if consciousness could travel faster than light, but the body couldn't? Derrick's new novella is ready for you!! Nambra is available now! Find all of Derrick's books HERE Derrick is a working photographer and author of the Crimson Prophecy series, which includes The Trials of Tiarsus, Berylis, Nambra, Qetran Odyssey, and Qetran …

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Jocelyn Sheltraw & Claudio Miranda - MJ Bowl powered by Budist 10/07/2025 54:01

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Reggie Weedman - Canna Country Show 10/3/25 54:54

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Today on the show, we welcome Reggie Weedman of Canna Country Farms. Canna Country is a small multi-generational family farm operated in Southern Humboldt County. Utilizing full sun and organic cultivation practices, Canna Country focuses on genetics bred and selected on the farm for their top-shelf qualities and awe-inspiring effects. Really enjoy…

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What If: The End? 24:38

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Send us a text What if the dead walked the earth for one day every hundred years? Derrick's new novella is ready for you!! Nambra is available now! Find all of Derrick's books HERE Derrick is a working photographer and author of the Crimson Prophecy series, which includes The Trials of Tiarsus, Berylis, Nambra, Qetran Odyssey, and Qetran Revival. H…

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Maggie Philipsborn - Nevada County Cannabis Alliance 09/19/25 55:33

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Maggie Philipsborn served as the Director of Membership and Education for over six years and is currently responsible for overseeing special projects at the Nevada County Cannabis Alliance. She contributes a wealth of experience in consumer relations, sustainability initiatives and community coordination. Maggie is co-host of the monthly KVMR commu…

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Warren Bobrow - Cannabis Mixologist & Alchemist 09/05/2025 54:14

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Today on the show, we welcome Warren Bobrow. Warren is the "Cocktail Whisperer", a culinary innovator who bridges craft spirits, botanical traditions, and cannabis. His six books are:Apothecary Cocktails,Whiskey Cocktails,Bitters and Shrub Syrup Cocktails,Cannabis Cocktails,The Craft Cocktail Compendium,Whiskey CocktailsApothecary Cocktails (French…

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Matt @dela_831sc - Santa Cruz's Influence on Modern Cannabis 8/29/25 58:21

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Today on the show, we welcome Matt, aka @dela_831sc. I first met Matt a decade ago when we opened Santa Cruz's largest cannabis dispensary, KindPeoples Collective. He is an encyclopedia of cannabis genetics and very well-versed in the crosses of the best breeders in cannabis. He continues to collaborate with notable breeders, including Bob Hemphill…

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What If: This Message will Self Destruct 26:20

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Send us a text What if books had a shelf life and gradually faded away? Derrick's new novella is ready for you!! Nambra is available now, and you can get The Trials of Tiarsus, Qetran Odyssey, or Ten Levels Down for just $0.99 through 9.1.2025! Find all of Derrick's books HERE Derrick is a working photographer and author of the Crimson Prophecy ser…

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What If: Flora Persecution 29:50

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Send us a text What if plants were sentient and had rights? Derrick's new novella is ready for you!! Nambra is available now, and you can get The Trials of Tiarsus, Qetran Odyssey, or Ten Levels Down for just $0.99 through 9.1.2025! Find all of Derrick's books HERE Derrick is a working photographer and author of the Crimson Prophecy series, which i…

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Pat Malo - "Best Time in Cannabis Minus the Money" 08/08/2025 54:13

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Pat Malo was one of our first guests on the show a decade ago. Long-time community advocate and General Manager at Envirocann, Pat, shares his positive perspective on how right now is the best time in cannabis, minus the money. We also cover how the world has better access to a diverse selection of genetics and how Santa Cruz's culture of excellenc…

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DJ Sage interview with Christopher Carr KBCZ 89.3 FM 8/7/2025 23:43

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The Drive-Time Show with DJ Sage interviews Christopher Carr on KBCZ 89.3 about Ancestree and the upcoming KBCZ Music Festival, Saturday, August 9.

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Edgar Peña Masonic Smoker - Home Grower & Breeder 08/01/25 53:13

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Today on the show we welcome Edgar Peña, also known as Masonic Smoker, @masonicsmoker4.0 is a Los Angeles-born, Compton-based home grower and breeder. He’s best known for creating Wilson and many other popular strains, and runs masonicseeds.co, where his passion for plants comes to life. Edgar is the founder of Free Seed Day in Los Angeles, a commu…

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E60 - Addictive Personality feat. Cindy L. Sell 48:43

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Send us a text This week, we are joined by award-winning author Cindy L. Sell to talk about her second novel, Embers Rising, and a foray into the spicy with Tales from Dessos. Cindy is a fantastic author and friend of the podcast, having appeared on several episodes in the past. Her debut novel, Remnants of a Scarlet Flame will be $0.99 beginning 8…

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Dr. Lee Kohlman & Chief Stephen Lindsey-Ember Flash Aerospace 7/11/25 1:05:44

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Dr. Lee Kohlman is an Aerospace Research Engineer at NASA Ames, with expertise in composite materials, electric machines, aircraft design, and urban air mobility. Chief Stephen Lindsey is a Bay Area Deputy Fire Chief who began his career in Fire and EMS in 2005. Brings expertise in wildland-urban interface (WUI) management, community risk reduction…

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Del Potter - Science, Spirit and Survival from Psilocybin to Sensimila 07/25/25 59:07

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Today on the show we welcome Del Potter to discuss his unique experience blending science, spirit and survival in the underground from psilocybin to sensimilla going all over the world to shed light on elevating craft cannabis and the future culture of connoisseurship in California.

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What If: Vacation of a Lifetime 20:17

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Send us a text What if magical islands appeared in conjunction with celestial events? Derrick has a new novella ready for preorder! Nambra releases on August 1st, 2025! Derrick is a working photographer and author of the Crimson Prophecy series, which includes The Trials of Tiarsus, Berylis, Qetran Odyssey, and Qetran Revival. He can be found as @D…

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Christopher Carr Good Morning Monterey Bay Interview 07/11/2025 14:35

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Christopher Carr shares as a guest on Good Morning Monterey Bay, interviewed by Rosemary Chalmers, regarding the state of California Cannabis. We explore recent excise tax increase, AB 564, California Cannabis Awards at the CA state fair, and more!

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Brian Malin - CEO & Founder Vital Garden Supply 54:19

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Today, we welcome Brian Malin! Join us for a special in-person kitchen table conversation live from our family's ranch. Brian Malin is widely considered one of the Cannabis Industry's top experts on organic cultivation, so much so that when California decided to establish an organic certification program for Cannabis (OCal), it was Malin they calle…

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What If: Transfiguration for Civillians 33:36

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Send us a text What if people could change into animals, but only the mundane ones? This is our question of the week. Derrick has a new novella ready for preorder! Nambra releases on August 1st, 2025! Derrick is a working photographer and author of the Crimson Prophecy series, which includes The Trials of Tiarsus, Berylis, Qetran Odyssey, and Qetra…

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Becky Steinbruner - Stop Lithium Battery Energy Storage SC 6/6/25 54:01

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On January 2025 The Moss Landing battery fire, a significant incident at Vistra's energy storage facility, caused widespread concer and disruption. The fire occured in a building housing thousands of lithium-ion batteries, triggering evacuations and raising concerns about the safety of large battery installations. Becky Steinbruner of the Community…

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What If: The Value of Story 36:56

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Send us a text What if stories were used as currency? This is our question of the week, as we also discuss pushing through writer's block and creatively named foods. Derrick's new series of writing guides is here! Ebooks are available now, and paperbacks are available via Amazon! Derrick is a working photographer and author of the Crimson Prophecy …

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Daniel - Radicle Herbs & Folk Life Farm 05/23/25 54:17

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Today on The Cannabis Connection show, we welcome compost master/garden gnome/human tractor/animal whisperer/plant conductor/proud Papa Daniel of Radicle Herbs & Folk Life Farm. Radicle Herbs cannabis is grown in the ground under the influence of the cosmos. Winner of the Emerald Cup Regenerative Farm Award in 2018, Radicle Herbs is a small-scale, …

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What If: Cognitive Recalibration 34:48

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Send us a text What if dreams were the only way to remember? It's not good, but we talk about it anyway. Derrick's new series of writing guides is here! Ebooks are available now, and paperbacks are available via Amazon! Derrick is a working photographer and author of the Crimson Prophecy series, which includes The Trials of Tiarsus, Berylis, Qetran…

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Joey Burger - Ridge Sesh & Cured Cup 05/16/25 55:03

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Today on The Cannabis Connection show, we welcome Joey Burger, Educator, Consultant, and Farmer. We dive deep into planting season best practices, breeding for your native terroir, selecting good washers for the best hash, legendary hash cultivars, jar tech, and the Ridge Sesh & Cured Cup happening Saturday, June 7. Joey Burger is a Regenerative Ca…

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What If: Stab Them with Style 45:07

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Send us a text What if enchanted weapons had personalities and were sentient? We discuss that, imagine anime girls, and much more! Derrick's new series of writing guides is here! Ebooks are available now, and paperbacks are available via Amazon! Derrick is a working photographer and author of the Crimson Prophecy series, which includes The Trials o…

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Jamie Evans - The Herb Somm 4/25/25 54:41

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Today on the show, we welcome Jaime Evans, a four-time published Author, Certified Sommelier, and founder of The Herb Somm. Jamie Evans is the founder of The Herb Somm, a culinary-meets-cannabis blog and lifestyle brand focused on the gourmet side of the cannabis industry. She's also a four-time published author, certified sommelier, entrepreneur, …

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What If: Reality Check 31:48

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Send us a text What if the laws of reality were rewritten every decade? That is our question, along with a bad movie review and Derrick's most hated character. Derrick's new series of writing guides is here! Ebooks are available now, and paperbacks are available via Amazon! Derrick is a working photographer and author of the Crimson Prophecy series…

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Nikki Lastreto & Swami Chaitanya - The Mendo Cup! 04/20/2025 55:33

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Nikki Lastreto and Swami Chaitanya are well-known and respected worldwide for their knowledge of mindfully cultivated craft cannabis and spiritual guidance. For many years, they have been growing cannabis in native Mendocino soil under the full sun, moon, and stars in the heart of Northern California’s famed Emerald Triangle. Through their commitme…

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Anil Prajapati of lille aeske arthouse - May Day Music & Art Festival 54:05

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Today on the show, host Christopher Carr welcomes Anil Prajapati, Managing Director of Lille Aeske Arthouse. Lille Aeske organizes this festival in collaboration with White Rabbit Ink and The Vinguard. It is the 4th Annual May Day Festival, two days of music, two stages, and camping in a beautiful setting along the Hwy 1 coast at Pie Ranch.…

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What If: Ripples in the World 29:00

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Send us a text Editor's Note: Apologies for the delay between episodes. We are working to remedy the situation and return to our regular schedule, but for now, life has other plans. Until then, we will upload as often as possible. What if water led to different dimensions? That is our question this week. We also discuss how different people build t…

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Ryan Lee - Honoring the Legacy of Sam the Skunkman 03/28/25 1:09:41

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Today, we welcome Ryan Lee, Plant breeder, scientist, and 25-year friend of David Watson, aka Sam the Skunkman. Ryan and I connect while he is in Amsterdam helping the family. The conversation explores the legendary life of a cannabis silverback and hero. Sam the Skunkman lived 15 years in Santa Cruz, down the road from the Haze brothers, and is re…

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Al Bundi - Cannabis Genome Research 03/14/2025 35:14

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Al Bundi is known locally as a music MC and artist but has dedicated most of his life to soil and plant science, specifically permaculture, horticulture, and plant breeding. With over 15 years in the cannabis industry, Al is a product of organic permaculture in Agriculture and is taking these approaches to understanding the source of potential bene…

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Santa Cruz Recording Studios - Chris Cottingham & Jim Wirt 3/7/2025 1:03:36

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Today on the show, we welcome Chris Cottingham, one of the owners and producers at Santa Cruz Recording Studios, along with legendary producer Jim Wirt. Santa Cruz Recording & Video Production Studios are located on the Westside of Santa Cruz. We explore the Santa Cruz Music Scene over the past 15 years, the role of a producer, and mentoring artist…

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What If: The Mind of a Shadow 29:59

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Send us a text What If shadows were sentient? That is our question, along with a crash course on organizing your world, and Derrick's fizzy pink cocktail. Derrick's new non-fiction books, The Elements of Creation: World-Building for a Fantasy Setting & Unforgettable: Creating Characters that Live Beyond the Page, are here! Ebooks are available now,…

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Todd McCormick of Authentic Genetics - Celebrating Sam the Skunkman 2/14/25 57:57

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Today, on The Cannabis Connection Show, we welcome Todd McCormick. We discuss the primary colors of Cannabis and celebrate the life of Sam the Skunkman. Todd McCormick is a former cancer patient who started using cannabis in 1979 under his mother's supervision while undergoing chemotherapy and radiation. Todd overcame the cancer and went on to beco…

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What If: Future Past 34:48

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Send us a text What If time worked differently in various regions, causing age regression and forgotten futures? That is our question, along with a crash course on Adulting and Xtina's new World Wiki! Derrick's new non-fiction books, The Elements of Creation: World-Building for a Fantasy Setting & Unforgettable: Creating Characters that Live Beyond…

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Marcus "Bubbleman" Richardson - 2/7/2025 57:35

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Today, we welcome Marcus "Bubbleman" Richardson to the show to share his story and celebrate the life of Sam the Skunkman. Marcus "Bubbleman" Richardson is an iconic figure in the cannabis world, renowned for his pioneering work in hemp cultivation and hash production. In the early 1990s, Marcus was at the forefront of the hemp movement in Manitoba…

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Taylor Reinhold - Made Fresh Crew 1/31/2025 57:33

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Born and raised in Santa Cruz, Taylor Reinhold has discovered his passion for painting vibrant murals and crafting captivating logos. His expertise extends across various creative realms, including design, art curation, and the execution of large-scale installations. Tay's imaginative murals grace locations worldwide, from the streets of Brazil and…

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Dan Pomerantz - Rebel Grown 1/24/25 1:03:43

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Today on the show, we welcome Dan Pomerantz from Rebel Grown. Rebel Grown stands for those who live and preserve the cannabis lifestyle. We are the rebels of the past with a lifelong dedication to our craft. Our passion led us on a journey from the East Coast to the Emerald Triangle to work within the heart of cannabis culture and back to the North…

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What If: Home Free 36:16

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Send us a text What If cities were sentient and adapted to the needs of their inhabitants? That is our question, along with a crash course on Scotch tasting, Derrick's crazy voices, and an exciting announcement! Derrick's new non-fiction book, The Elements of Creation: World-Building for a Fantasy Setting, is here! Ebooks are available now, and a p…

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Andy & Pablo - Sounds From Squid Row Interview + Performance 01/17/2025 56:48

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Today on the show, we welcome Andy and Pablo, two local musicians and culinary creators. We talk about local Santa Cruz music history, specifically traditional Italian music featuring waltz and mazurka, along with other rare genres of duo string music featuring guitar, mandolin, and banjo. Their new EP is Sounds From Squid Row and is now on Bandcam…

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Dr. Dominic Corva & Caleb Chen - Legacy Cannabis Genetics 01/10/2025 56:50

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Santa Cruz! The state of California has provided funding to document the history of legacy cannabis genetics in some areas of the State. We are honored to have Santa Cruz represented, and now we would love to connect in person and hear the history hidden as a result of prohibition. No doubt Prop 64 and Cannabis policy is flawed. Still, this project…

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Joseph Haggard - Emerald Spirit Botanicals & Farm Cut Co-Operative 1/3/2025 56:00

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Today on The Cannabis Connection, we welcome Joseph Haggard. What do the California State Fair, a state testing resolution and Woody Harrelson have in common? On the show, we explore all this and some special manifestations for 2025. Joseph Haggard is a farmer at Emerald Spirit Botanicals and co-founder of the Farm Cut Co-operative. He was born and…

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Greg Rose - "Drones", UFOs, NHI & UAP 12/20/24 54:20

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Greg Rose has a long history of fostering software Developer Communities at various large corporations in Silicon Valley. He is currently a Digital Marketing Manager for the New Paradigm Institute, a public policy and law non-profit based in Santa Cruz. The New Paradigm Institute (NPI) is focused on UFO disclosure and transparency. NPI is an initia…

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What If: Mythomorphosis 41:11

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Send us a text What If mythical creatures were real, but their appearance changed based on the beliefs of the people viewing them? That is our question, along with a lengthy aside on the importance of setting, Derrick's crazy voices, and an exciting announcement! Derrick's new non-fiction book, The Elements of Creation: World-Building for a Fantasy…

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Jason Ortiz - Last Prisoner Project 12/13/24 58:33

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Today on The Cannabis Connection Show, we welcome Jason Ortiz of the Last Prisoner Project. Jason Ortiz is the Director of Strategic Initiatives for the Last Prisoner Project. Jason was arrested for simple cannabis possession at the age of 16 in Norwich, CT, and that experience inspired him to become a cannabis justice advocate. After graduating fr…

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DNA - Stand-Up Comedian and Santa Cruz Legend 11/27/24 59:42

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This week on The Cannabis Connection Show, we welcome local comedy Sherpa DNA! Over the last 18 years, DNA has presented 2000 comedy shows in Santa Cruz and 11 festivals. Over 80% of these shows were free because he believes in building community through laughter. He recently signed to Punch Line Records and will be recording it at The Kuumbwa in M…

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Jason Matthys - Equilibrium Genetics 11/22/24 55:05

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Today on The Cannabis Connection Show we welcome our good friend Jason Matthys of Equilibrium Genetics to discuss helping small farmers, cannabis policy, areas to improve for legacy operators, failing corporate cannabis, oral history’s of cannabis, Hawaiian cannabis culture and more. Founded in 2012 by Jason Matthys, Equilibrium Genetics is based i…

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What If: Elements of Creation 39:33

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Send us a text What is World Building? This week we take a slight detour and reorient the show toward world-building - What parts of writing do we consider world-building, and how do we implement them? M.J. Lindsey is a published author of novellas, and shorts, and has just released her debut novel A Distortion of Fate. She can be found at threebug…

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Will Moxham - Woodhouse Blending & Brewing 11/15/2024 54:07

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Today on The Cannabis Connection we welcome Will Moxham of Woodhouse Blending & Brewing. Woodhouse Blending & Brewing is an evolving project created to bring Santa Cruz more small batch craft beer, and showcase amazing talent and creativity. We want to be a major moving part within our community, and to be a place for everyone to come together and …