Closed Session
California Marijuana Policy exists to provide loc…
California Marijuana Policy
Show overview
Closed Session has published 11 episodes during 2017. That works out to roughly 2 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a fortnightly cadence.
Episodes typically run ten to twenty minutes — most land between 11 min and 15 min — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Government show.
The catalogue appears to be on hiatus or wound down — the most recent episode landed 8.8 years ago, with no new episodes in over a year. Published by California Marijuana Policy.
From the publisher
California Marijuana Policy exists to provide local and state policy makers with the latest reliable information from professionals who have worked and advocated for city and county governments. Our weekly podcast, featuring hosts Mike Madrid and R.E. Graswich, covers the latest news and leading experts. Visit us at www.calmarijaunapolicy.org
Latest Episodes
Are dispensaries magnets for crime?
Bob Graswich and Mike Madrid discuss a recent UC Irvine study demonstrating that medical marijuana dispensaries have seen a decrease in crime in LA retail outfits. Do dispensaries decrease or increase crime? Tune in to find out.
SB 94 - The new "Bible" for Cannabis regulations in California
Passed as part of the June budget deal, SB 94 is the first 'meat on the bones' legislation that advances the marijuana framework established after Prop 64. Your hosts Mike Madrid and RE Graswich explain what the legislation does, its impacts and what the future of policy looks like in the state.
Sacramento's New Cannabis Czar Joe Devlin, Pt. 2
The second part of our interview with Joe Devlin, the Chief of Policy and Enforcement for cannabis in the city of Sacramento.
Sacramento's New Cannabis Czar Joe Devlin, Pt. 1
Your hosts Mike Madrid and RE Graswich sit down for a one on one with Joe Devlin, the first Chief of Cannabis Policy and Enforcement for the City of Sacramento.
Delivery - Can California Regulate The Fastest Growing Side Of The Retail Business
Your hosts Mike Madrid and RE Graswich discuss the state's push to regulate the delivery industry - which accounts for half of all cannabis related sales. Is delivery regulation even possible given technology and industry changes? Find out on this weeks edition of Closed Session
San Luis Obispo County - Where Did This Ordinance Come From
San Luis Obispo County has found itself in a unique quandary - a staff drafted ordinance emerged that appears to have no one claiming credit for having developed it. Was there enough public input in the process? Nefarious involvement from vested interests? A simple misunderstanding? We'll talk about it in Closed Session.
Cinco De Mayo Legislative Update
Your hosts R.E. Graswich and Mike Madrid celebrate Cinco De Mayo with a brief update on what's going on with cannabis legislation in Sacramento. And which gubernatorial candidate stands to gain from being so vocally pro-pot?
Governor Brown Holding the keys to Cannabis Future
The conflict between large and small interests in the cannabis space is hitting on all cylinders as the Governor and legislature consider key changes to growing, distribution and retail markets. Your hosts RE Graswich and Mike Madrid visit on the major changes working their way through Sacramento.
AB 1578 - Sanctuary State for Cannabis?
The anti-Trump movement is taking root in the cannabis space as legislation to protect local law enforcement agencies from cooperating with federal drug enforcement agencies. Your hosts Mike Madrid and RE Graswich delve into a bill that could make California the first sanctuary state in the union...for pot.
Swooping - Are Outside Investors Hurting Locally Owned Cannabis Entrepreneurs
Your hosts Mike Madrid and Bob Graswich join guest Robb Korinke in discussing the new 'swooper' phenomenon - all cash buyers gobbling up real estate zoned for indoor grows. Are these 'swoopers' good or bad for a city and the burgeoning cannabis industry? Join us to find out.
Health Study: Is Cannabis Linked To Heart Disease And Stroke
Your hosts Bob Graswich and Mike Madrid join guest Robb Korinke in examining a new study by the American College of Cardiology that suggests cannabis use could considerably increase the risk of heart attack and stroke.