Welcome to The Elevated News Podcast with Two Dope Dudes — your source for Midwest cannabis news, culture, and more!

In this episode, Dave’s car gets crushed by a tree, and we break down major national cannabis news, including the DEA’s new administrator omitting cannabis rescheduling from his top priorities. We also dig into the financial fallout at AYR Wellness, potential health risks of printed and dyed rolling papers, and the importance of tolerance breaks for regular cannabis users.

Dave shares his experience starting a full tolerance break and explains cannabis hyperemesis — what it is, how to identify it, and how to recover.

Topics covered include:

• DEA’s sudden shift on cannabis rescheduling
• Why you may need a tolerance break
• What is cannabis hyperemesis?
• Health risks with printed rolling papers
• Listener comments and shoutouts
• Dave’s car gets smashed by a tree?!
• What's coming up in August

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Welcome back to The Elevated News Podcast with Two Dope Dudes, your source for Midwest cannabis news, culture, and more!

In this episode, Aaron & Dave break down the biggest headlines in the plant world — including why Cresco Labs is quitting California, the UIC’s explosive report on faulty DUI blood testing, and how Illinois lawmakers are targeting intoxicating hemp products in a new regulatory push.

We’re also highlighting FREE general admission to the Illinois Craft Showcase, and diving deep into ALS and cannabis in this week’s Conditional Cannabis Corner.

As always, we’re keeping it real, shouting out the community, and giving you everything you need to stay informed, entertained, and elevated.

00:00 – Intro

00:06 – Weekend Catch-Up

00:11 – Illinois Craft Showcase: Free Tickets 🎟️

00:15 – Cresco Labs Exits California Market

00:24 – UIC Report: Faulty DUI Blood Testing

00:36 – Hemp Regulation Debate in Illinois

00:46 – Conditional Cannabis Corner: ALS & the Power of the Plant

01:00 – Wrap-Up + Sneak Peek at Next Week

🎫 Illinois Craft Showcase – Free Tickets

https://illinoisnewsjoint.com/2nd-annual-illinois-craft-showcase-offers-free-tickets/

📉 Cresco Labs Exits California

https://www.cannabisbusinesstimes.com/us-states/california/news/15751086/cresco-labs-exiting-california-cannabis-market

🧪 UIC Report on Faulty Blood Testing

https://illinoisnewsjoint.com/uic-releases-report-on-faulty-dui-blood-tests/

⚖️ Illinois Lawmakers on Hemp Regulation

https://www.marijuanamoment.net/regulating-intoxicating-hemp-products-is-a-priority-illinois-lawmaker-says/

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It’s our 100th episode 🎉 and we’re honored to be joined by one of the most respected voices in Illinois cannabis — Michael Lasley. From the early days of Illinois dispensaries to his writing at Illinois News Joint, Michael has been on the ground floor, covering the culture, people, and power dynamics that shape the plant we all love 🌱

The Elevated News Podcast with Two Dope Dudes is YOUR source for Midwest cannabis news, culture, and more.

🔥 In this episode:

• A 100th episode blooper to kick things off 😅
• Michael’s reflections on how the industry has evolved — and where it’s still failing
• Why journalism and documentation are essential in this space
• A deep dive into Sesh in the Shawnee, a community-centered cannabis gathering in Southern Illinois

🕒 Timestamps

0:00 – Intro song + episode blooper

3:00 – Meet Michael Lasley

10:00 – Illinois cannabis from the inside

20:00 – Writing, advocacy & accountability

35:00 – What to expect at Sesh in the Shawnee

50:00 – Final thoughts & shoutouts

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🌲 Sesh in the Shawnee – July 26, 2025

A Southern Illinois sesh focused on culture, connection & community

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• 📰 NewsJoint Preview

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