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Please Note: This episode was recorded before news broke that Charlene Briner will step down as interim director of OCM on Jan 17th to be replaced by OCM's General Counsel Eric Taubel. Check back next week for our full take!

Tanner and John kick off 2025 with an in-depth look at Minnesota’s cannabis landscape. As the legislative session looms, the state faces uncertainty, with legal disputes and special elections shaping the balance of power. We explore what’s ahead for lawmakers and the cannabis industry.

Next, we delve into the latest moves by Minnesota-based MSO Vireo, followed by a special game, Looking Back on 2024, where we rank last year’s most impactful cannabis moments. Which events will stand the test of time, and which will go up in smoke?

Tanner also chats with John Dugas of Superior Molecular about cutting-edge hemp-derived edibles, water-soluble THC, and the future of cannabis emulsions in Minnesota and beyond.

Then a one-two punch of Tanner's Terp Tasting with Green Machine Farm's BOP and Hashy Gilmore's Sour Papaya with Cayle from the Dabbler Depot!

To wrap things up, we're joined by our friend Kelly to share our High Thoughts to close this exciting first episode of the year!

Filmed and Recorded at the Dabbler Depot Studio in St. Paul

Links from the Show:

• Press Release from Governor Walz - https://mn.gov/governor/newsroom/press-releases/index.jsp?id=1055-663733
• Superior Molecular - https://www.superiormolecular.com/
• Green Machine Farms - https://www.instagram.com/greenmachinecannabis
• Hashy Gilmore - https://www.instagram.com/hashy.gilmore710

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• North Star Law Group - https://northstarlaw.com/cannabis/
• Natural Harvest - http://minnesotacannabisseeds.com (Use code “NL10” for 10% off your order!)
• Union Bank and Trust - https://www.ubtmn.com
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In this special holiday bonus episode, the Northern Lights Podcast team wraps up 2024 by reflecting on the year’s biggest "High Notes." Join Tanner, Stephen, Jordan, and listeners from the Northern Lights Holiday Party as they share personal and cannabis-related highlights from the past year, explore trends to watch in 2025, and recount some hilarious and heartfelt moments.

Then, hear from Casey Hedican (Trichrome Collector) as he shares his insights on growing cannabis outdoors in Minnesota. Discover what it takes to produce high-quality solventless concentrates and what makes sun-grown plants truly unique.

Meanwhile, Tanner takes on a wild challenge—22 dabs in two hours! Will he make it through the episode? Tune in for plenty of laughs, insights, and surprises as the NLP crew caps off the holiday season in their signature style.

This episode is filled with good vibes, gratitude, and excitement for another amazing year with the Northern Lights fam. 🛋️✨

Filmed and Recorded at the Dabbler Depot Studio in St. Paul

Links from the Show:

• Trichome Collector on IG - https://www.instagram.com/trichome_collectors
• Doctor Dabs Healthy Highs - https://doctordabshealthyhighs.com/
• MN Roots Wholesale - https://mnrootswholesale.com/
• True Bloom Wellness - https://truebloomwellness.com/
• The Plug Mobile - https://www.theplugmobile.com/
• The Space Shack on IG - https://www.instagram.com/therealspaceshack
• Liam Hoppe on IG - https://www.instagram.com/liam_hoppe/
• On Point - https://onpointforaging.com/
• Kelly Zarth on IG - https://www.instagram.com/meerkatkelly

Thank You to Our Sponsors!

• North Star Law Group - https://northstarlaw.com/cannabis/
• Natural Harvest - http://minnesotacannabisseeds.com (Use code “NL10” for 10% off your order!)
• Union Bank and Trust - https://www.ubtmn.com
• PLNTRK - https://www.plntrk.com/
• Moonlight Cannabis - https://www.moonlightmn.com/

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The OCM sidesteps the District Court and moves forward with licensing, Vireo and UFCW 1189 strike a deal to prevent a strike, and Detroit Lakes and Ely weigh their approach to cannabis regulation — all this and more on this week's Northern Lights.

Then, Steve, Tanner, and Jordan celebrate Super Boof, Leafly's 2024 Strain of the Year. We sample Super Boof from a few different makers and share our hopes for cannabis strains in 2025.

We also try out True Bloom's Edible Strips, a fresh take on THC-infused edibles with a blend of THC+CBD+CBN.

Finally, we end on the highest of notes for our final episode of 2025!

Filmed and Recorded at the Dabbler Depot Studio in St. Paul

Links from the Show:

• NORTHERN LIGHTS HOLIDAY PARTY - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/northern-lights-holiday-party-tickets-1096465651279?utm_experiment=test_share_listing&aff=ebdsshios
• MN OCM Announcement - https://mn.gov/ocm/media/news-releases/?id=660604
• Contract Agreed to Between Vireo and UFCW Local 1189 - https://ufcw1189.org/news/tentative-agreement-reached-vireo-health-mn
• Detroit Lakes Passes Cannabis Ordinance - https://www.dl-online.com/news/local/detroit-lakes-passes-cannabis-ordinance-but-cracks-way-down-on-number-of-possible-retail-shops
• Ely Cannabis Ordinance - https://www.elyecho.com/article/2325,council-a-weed-killer
• SuperBoof Leafly Strain of the Year 2024 - https://www.leafly.com/news/strains-products/super-boof-leafly-strain-of-the-year-2024
• True Bloom Mango Guava Edible Strips - https://truebloomwellness.com/products/cbd-strips-rest-mango

Thank You to Our Sponsors!

• North Star Law Group - https://northstarlaw.com/cannabis/
• Natural Harvest - http://minnesotacannabisseeds.com (Use code “NL10” for 10% off your order!)
• Union Bank and Trust - https://www.ubtmn.com
• PLNTRK - https://www.plntrk.com/

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