The Cole Memo

The Cole Memo is your go-to source for informed, open discussion on civil liberties. Each episode tackles pressing issues, such as the decriminalization of drugs, the latest developments in the cannabis industry, and so much more. Hear from a diverse range of guests, including but not limited to: industry insiders, advocates, entertainers, and musicians, as they bring their unique perspectives to the conversation. Tune in to stay informed and engaged on the issues that matter most. Go to TheColeMemo.com to learn more!

The Cole Memo is a education podcast hosted by Cole Preston, with 500 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Cole Preston hosts The Cole Memo, a education show with 500 episodes published.

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  Should Cannabis Tax Dollars Pay for License Plate Readers? | E323

  Oct 1, 20261h 2m

  Cannabis tax dollars are being used to fund automated license plate readers in Champaign County, Illinois. In this episode, Cole looks at public comments raising concerns about Flock cameras, surveillance, transparency, and the use of cannabis tax revenue, before turning to a debate among county board members over whether those dollars should continue funding the cameras. The discussion highlights competing views over whether license plate readers are an appropriate use of cannabis tax revenue and what role the county board has in determining how those funds are spent. Watch video version and read full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2026/10/01/e323/

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  Cannabis Taxes, Flock Cameras & the Fight Over THC Potency | E322

  Sep 30, 20261h 18m

  In this episode, Cole looks at how cannabis tax revenue is being used to fund Flock license plate readers in Champaign County and raises broader questions about where Illinois cannabis tax dollars actually go. The conversation also turns to the latest federal cannabis rescheduling developments after a DEA judge paused proceedings amid new questions about the process behind the proposed move to Schedule III. Later, Cole dives into the debate over THC potency limits, including whether higher-dose cannabis beverages should be available outside dispensaries, what role age restrictions should play, and how cannabis regulations compare with the way alcohol is sold. Watch video version and read full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2026/09/30/e322/

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  Brad Spirrison Returns: Where Illinois Cannabis Goes From Here | E231

  Sep 29, 202642 min

  Cole is joined by Grown In's Brad Spirrison for a wide-ranging conversation about THC beverages, hemp and the future of cannabis in Illinois. They discuss what could happen when Illinois' new hemp rules take effect, why low-dose THC drinks have reached consumers who might never visit a dispensary, and how the cannabis industry could respond to an uncertain state and federal landscape. The conversation also explores how legalization has changed cannabis culture, the differences between markets like Illinois and Michigan, and what the next chapter of cannabis legalization might look like. Watch video version and read full show notes here: (coming soon)

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  Illinois Bill Would Pay People Harmed by Cannabis Criminalization | E320

  Sep 23, 202625 min

  This episode covers a newly introduced Illinois bill that would create direct cash payments for people disproportionately impacted by cannabis criminalization, with Representative La Shawn Ford expected to return to the show to discuss the proposal. Cole also looks at Illinois' rollout of new medical cannabis licenses for adult-use dispensaries. Later, Cole reacts to clips from The War on Hemp: The Marijuana Monopoly, a documentary he was featured in, discussing hemp prohibition, consumer access, cannabis regulation, and cognitive liberty. Watch video version and read full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2026/09/23/e320/

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  Brian Dombrowski on the Fight Over Hemp and the Future of Cannabis | E319

  Sep 23, 20261h 39m

  The conversation covers the ongoing federal fight over hemp, including the delay of upcoming federal changes and competing proposals for regulating the industry. Brian Dombrowski joins the show to discuss THCA flower, testing and labeling, track and trace, dosage caps, consumer access and why he believes hemp offers a path toward broader cannabis access. We also revisit Brian's recent appearance on The Dales Report and dig into the growing divide between the hemp and state-licensed marijuana industries, including competition, licensing barriers and the debate over whether cannabis should ultimately be regulated through separate medical and adult-use lanes. Watch video version and read full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2026/09/23/e319/

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