We look at the history of the controversial weed, life before it was illegal, how it became illegal, what keeps it that way, and why it\’s all finally changing.

Plus – We introduce the new show, chat about some of our plans, and more!

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ACT ONE: Devil Weed

• Before it was illegal
• How Cannabis became illegal

• Roll that beautiful propaganda:

  • Let\’s name it Marijuana
  • Why is Marijuana Illegal?
  • Reefer Madness
  • Culture Debt from the War on Drugs.
  • Why it\’s still illegal.

ACT TWO: Times are Changin

• More and more medical uses
• Poll: New Yorkers favor legalizing medical marijuana but are skeptical about gas drilling
  • 67% of men vs 61% of women
  • 66% of whites as opposed vs 60% of non-whites
  • 73% of households making $100,000 or more vs 53% of households Less than $29,999
• A Great Argument for Legalizing Marijuana

ACT THREE: About the Show

• The Blog
• Subreddit

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Link List:

• Lobbyists Are Getting Rich Off of the War on Drugs
• A Great Argument for Legalizing Marijuana
• Why Cannabis is Illegal Infographic
• 5 Special Interest Groups That Help Keep Marijuana Illegal
• Connecticut Will Be 17th State To Legalize Medical Marijuana
• Congress Moves To Stop DEA Funding To Attack Medical Marijuana Patients & Care Givers
• The True Tale of American Marijuana Video
  Poll: New Yorkers favor legalizing medical marijuana but are skeptical about gas drilling

Song pick of the week: Drug Free America by NOFX

Next Week: Security Theater Critics