Opted In, but Locked Out: Fighting for Cannabis Access on Long Island

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Joint Session: Diverse Voices in NYS Cannabis

Herb Barbot, Esq.

42 episodes

1 month ago

Joint Session is your go-to source for the latest cannabis news shaping the New York market. Hosted by Herb Barbot, Esq., the first Director of Operations at the NYS Office of Cannabis Management, this podcast delivers expert insights, breaking developments, and in-depth conversations with the industry’s most influential voices. From policymakers and legislators to business leaders, licensees, and advocates, Joint Session brings you exclusive interviews with those shaping the future of cannabis in New York and beyond. Plus, we keep you informed with key national and international cannabis updates. Whether you're an industry professional, an advocate, or just curious about the evolving landscape, Joint Session delivers factual, insightful, and digestible information to help you stay ahead of the curve. Tune in for high-level discussions, straight talk, and expert perspectives you won’t find anywhere else.

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Opted In, but Locked Out: Fighting for Cannabis Access on Long Island

Joint Session: Diverse Voices in NYS Cannabis

33 minutes

3 months ago

Opted In, but Locked Out: Fighting for Cannabis Access on Long Island

On this episode of Joint Session, Herb is joined by Gahrey Ovalle and Hugo Rivas from the Long Island Cannabis Coalition. They discuss the evolving landscape of cannabis legislation in New York, with a particular focus on Long Island. Concentrating on recent developments in local municipalities regarding cannabis retail, the challenges faced by entrepreneurs in the industry, and the importance of community education to normalize cannabis use. The conversation also touches on the role of the Coalition in advocating for responsible cannabis legislation and the future of cannabis retail in the region.

Joint Session: Diverse Voices in NYS Cannabis is produced by Herb Barbot, with executive production and marketing by Simlev.

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