Dr. Leroy travels to Hawaii to chat with  Dan Howle. He shares about the Independent Voter Project as well and the National Association of Nonpartisan Reformers and How Independent Voters and Statewide Initiatives are Revolutionizing Cannabis and Elections.

(Originally aired April 6/23)

Dr. Leroy travels to Hawaii to chat with  <a href="https://independentvoterproject.org/our-people/dan-howle">Dan Howle</a>. He shares about the<a href="https://independentvoterproject.org/about/about-ivp"> Independent Voter Project</a> as well and the <a href="https://nonpartisanreformers.org/">National Association of Nonpartisan Reformers</a> and How Independent Voters and Statewide Initiatives are Revolutionizing Cannabis and Elections.
(Originally aired April 6/23)

Dr. Leroy Brady shares enlightening and educational information around the subject of Cannabis. As a San Diego professor of The Business of Cannabis, he seeks to introduce a different point of view.

Cannabis Enlightened

The Green Wave and the Rise of Independent Voters | Dan Howle

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This special simulcast brings together two powerhouse Olas Media shows—Cannabis Enlightened and I Just Wanted to Push Record—for an unfiltered, uplifting conversation about creativity, community, and the real work behind podcasting. JC sits down with Dr. Leroy and Diannte “Mr. Wowzer” Grayson to revisit their first episodes, the emotional moments that shaped their friendship, and the generational lessons that influence how they show up as hosts, fathers, Black men, and storytellers. From the roots of cannabis education to the evolution of Southeast San Diego’s culture, this is a deeply honest and often hilarious dialogue about passion, vulnerability, and finding purpose through the stories we choose to share.

Don’t forget to follow and subscribe at olasmedia.com

Some notable moments from the episode include:

00:00 – Setting the Stage: Why This Simulcast Matters

01:38 – Mr. Wowzer Arrives: “Easy, Killer”

02:34 – Introducing Dr. Leroy (But Don’t Say Brady)

04:08 – How Cannabis Enlightened First Came Together

07:17 – Titles, Status, and Showing Up as Yourself

08:59 – Diannte’s Origin Story & the First Emotional Interview

13:03 – Three Generations, Three Realities

17:44 – Classroom Rules vs. Real-Life Emotion

23:18 – “Why You Need My Schedule?” – Communication Across Generations

30:46 – JC Closes the Door: The First Producer Reality Check

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This special simulcast brings together two powerhouse Olas Media shows&mdash;Cannabis Enlightened and I Just Wanted to Push Record&mdash;for an unfiltered, uplifting conversation about creativity, community, and the real work behind podcasting. JC sits down with Dr. Leroy and Diannte &ldquo;Mr. Wowzer&rdquo; Grayson to revisit their first episodes, the emotional moments that shaped their friendship, and the generational lessons that influence how they show up as hosts, fathers, Black men, and storytellers. From the roots of cannabis education to the evolution of Southeast San Diego&rsquo;s culture, this is a deeply honest and often hilarious dialogue about passion, vulnerability, and finding purpose through the stories we choose to share.
Don&rsquo;t forget to follow and subscribe at <a href="https://olasmedia.com/shows/i-just-wanted-to-push-record">olasmedia.com</a>
Some notable moments from the episode include:
00:00 &ndash; Setting the Stage: Why This Simulcast Matters
01:38 &ndash; Mr. Wowzer Arrives: &ldquo;Easy, Killer&rdquo;
02:34 &ndash; Introducing Dr. Leroy (But Don&rsquo;t Say Brady)
04:08 &ndash; How Cannabis Enlightened First Came Together
07:17 &ndash; Titles, Status, and Showing Up as Yourself
08:59 &ndash; Diannte&rsquo;s Origin Story &amp; the First Emotional Interview
13:03 &ndash; Three Generations, Three Realities
17:44 &ndash; Classroom Rules vs. Real-Life Emotion
23:18 &ndash; &ldquo;Why You Need My Schedule?&rdquo; &ndash; Communication Across Generations
30:46 &ndash; JC Closes the Door: The First Producer Reality Check
See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

The “Hosts with the Most” (to Say) 

Dr. Leroy welcomes Brianna “Blazin with Bri” Ash — content creator, marketer, and mom — whose brand began with one simple mission: to normalize cannabis consumption for mothers and women. Together, they explore how intentional use can promote wellness, why “start low and go slow” is the golden rule, and how education empowers safer choices. Brianna breaks down the art of branding — from color palettes and logos to community-driven merch — and shares her path from influencer to industry professional. It’s a masterclass in authenticity, connection, and creative entrepreneurship in the modern cannabis space.

Knowledge is Power.

Don’t forget to follow and subscribe at OlasMedia.com

Be sure to visit MarchandAsh.com for the latest brands and discounts.

Some notable moments from this episode are:

00:00 – Dr. Leroy opens with gratitude and introduces Brianna Ash

00:02:27 – Building “Blazin with Bri” and breaking stigma for moms

00:04:35 – Intentional consumption and mindful strain selection

00:05:50 – “Start low, go slow” — Brianna’s golden rule

00:07:22 – Wellness over intoxication: topicals, tinctures, and balance

00:08:23 – Knowledge is Power: safe, legal, and informed use

00:09:28 – Branding yourself: color palettes, logos, and consistency

00:13:46 – Merch before marijuana: growing a lifestyle brand

00:15:36 – Community, collaboration, and women’s leadership

00:24:38 – CBD:THC balance, education, and gratitude close

 

Dr. Leroy welcomes Brianna &ldquo;Blazin with Bri&rdquo; Ash &mdash; content creator, marketer, and mom &mdash; whose brand began with one simple mission: to normalize cannabis consumption for mothers and women. Together, they explore how intentional use can promote wellness, why &ldquo;start low and go slow&rdquo; is the golden rule, and how education empowers safer choices. Brianna breaks down the art of branding &mdash; from color palettes and logos to community-driven merch &mdash; and shares her path from influencer to industry professional. It&rsquo;s a masterclass in authenticity, connection, and creative entrepreneurship in the modern cannabis space.
Knowledge is Power.
Don&rsquo;t forget to follow and subscribe at <a href="https://olasmedia.com/shows/cannabis-enlightened">OlasMedia.com</a>
Be sure to visit <a href="marchandash.com">MarchandAsh.com</a> for the latest brands and discounts.
Some notable moments from this episode are:
00:00 &ndash; Dr. Leroy opens with gratitude and introduces Brianna Ash
00:02:27 &ndash; Building &ldquo;Blazin with Bri&rdquo; and breaking stigma for moms
00:04:35 &ndash; Intentional consumption and mindful strain selection
00:05:50 &ndash; &ldquo;Start low, go slow&rdquo; &mdash; Brianna&rsquo;s golden rule
00:07:22 &ndash; Wellness over intoxication: topicals, tinctures, and balance
00:08:23 &ndash; Knowledge is Power: safe, legal, and informed use
00:09:28 &ndash; Branding yourself: color palettes, logos, and consistency
00:13:46 &ndash; Merch before marijuana: growing a lifestyle brand
00:15:36 &ndash; Community, collaboration, and women&rsquo;s leadership
00:24:38 &ndash; CBD:THC balance, education, and gratitude close
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Color Palettes and Community - Brianna Ash

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Tired of feeling like your vote doesn’t matter? In this episode of Cannabis Enlightened, Dr. Leroy is joined by Chad Peace of the Independent Voter Project to break down how reforms like ranked choice and open primaries can make every ballot more meaningful. They dive into why broadening voter choice isn’t just about politics — it’s about opening the door for more voices, more nuance, and even more honest conversations around issues like cannabis.

Be sure to visit March and Ash to see the latest discounts for your favorite brands. Don’t forget to follow and subscribe at OlasMedia.com

Some notable moments from this episode:

02:41 – Chad introduces himself and his work with IVC Media)

03:27 – Dr. Leroy highlights the wide range of Olas Media topics)

03:34 – Chad jokes about “limited battery power”)

03:38 – Breaking down the reach of Olas Media)

04:06 – Introducing the issue of ranked choice voting)

04:40 – Chad explains the origins of the Independent Voter Project)

06:01 – Discussion of primaries leading into general elections)

06:12 – Red and blue districts leave independents with less impact)

07:26 – California’s nonpartisan primary system explained)

10:14 – Choice voting as a way to make every vote more meaningful)

 

Tired of feeling like your vote doesn&rsquo;t matter? In this episode of Cannabis Enlightened, Dr. Leroy is joined by Chad Peace of the <a href="ivn.us">Independent Voter Project</a> to break down how reforms like ranked choice and open primaries can make every ballot more meaningful. They dive into why broadening voter choice isn&rsquo;t just about politics &mdash; it&rsquo;s about opening the door for more voices, more nuance, and even more honest conversations around issues like cannabis.
Be sure to visit March and Ash to see the latest discounts for your favorite brands.&nbsp;Don&rsquo;t forget to follow and subscribe at <a href="https://olasmedia.com/shows/cannabis-enlightened">OlasMedia.com</a>
Some notable moments from this episode:
02:41 &ndash; Chad introduces himself and his work with IVC Media)
03:27 &ndash; Dr. Leroy highlights the wide range of Olas Media topics)
03:34 &ndash; Chad jokes about &ldquo;limited battery power&rdquo;)
03:38 &ndash; Breaking down the reach of Olas Media)
04:06 &ndash; Introducing the issue of ranked choice voting)
04:40 &ndash; Chad explains the origins of the Independent Voter Project)
06:01 &ndash; Discussion of primaries leading into general elections)
06:12 &ndash; Red and blue districts leave independents with less impact)
07:26 &ndash; California&rsquo;s nonpartisan primary system explained)
10:14 &ndash; Choice voting as a way to make every vote more meaningful)
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Beyond Red and Blue: Opening the Door for Green Voices

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The Green Wave and the Rise of Independent Voters | Dan Howle

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