Ep. 30: Big MarijuanaEp. 30: Big Marijuana
Right Turn Radio Podcast
How will “Big Marijuana” affect you on a local level? Tonight we're talking about the parallels...
35:39•22 Sept 2014
Big Marijuana and Its Local Impact: A Deep Dive on Right Turn Radio
“We have two industries right now that have created plagues in America, and that's the alcohol industry and the tobacco industry. You know under of the American public uses marijuana if we commercialize and legalize and open up a market where they can start to advertise, like tobacco and alcohol, and we have of our American public smoking marijuana or using marijuana and eating marijuana, what does that do to our society?”
How does the rise of 'Big Marijuana' mirror the history of Big Tobacco? This episode of Right Turn Radio tackles this question head-on. Hosts Jon Cohan, Abby Dean, and Woody Giessmann bring in Heidi Heilman and Bryan Cadogan, both experts in addiction prevention, to dissect the implications of local marijuana legislation and the presence of dispensaries in our neighborhoods.
Heidi and Bryan offer a compelling look at the societal impact, raising questions about public health and safety that are often overlooked. They delve into the commercialization of marijuana, comparing it to the tobacco industry's past tactics, and discuss the urgent need for more research and education around its effects. The conversation is engaging and eye-opening, shedding light on a complex issue that affects us all.
If you're curious about how marijuana legalization might change your community or want to understand the broader implications, this episode is a must-listen.
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