Far North Tokers

We welcome back Mesha Pool to the show to discuss AK dispensaries below the 65th Parallel, particularly those around the Wasilla area. Home and the AK Retail edibles are another great method to consume cannabis, and Mesha is an expert.

This week Nevada calls State of Emergency to break the delays in distribution due to regulations saying current Alcohol distributors would have 18 months to do the job. They don't seem up to the task.

Look into different states public consumption issue, and specifically with Alaska's July Cannabis Control Board continued discussion of public consumption of cannabis regulation project. Let's do this already Alaska!

The Santa Claus from North Pole, Alaska joins us on Far North Tokers to talk cannabis policy regarding kids, education, history, and becoming Santa Claus. Sponsored by The Buzz and Pirate Pipes.

Marilyn Berglin and Mary join Far North Tokers in talking seniors and cannabis. Whether they have toked in the past many times, once, or even never at all, seniors will be consuming again. We discuss first times, unknowns, and exploring their first dispensary in this legal weed world.

Boardmembers from the Fairbanks Alaska Marijuana Industry Association join us to discuss the First Annual Community & Cannabis Industry Conference held Saturday 29th @ Pioneer Park from 10a -8p. A gathering to introduce the Fairbanks community to their local and state licensed cannabis industry.

Victoria Davis from Enlighten Alaska in Anchorage, comes on to discuss Budtending in Alaska. Bringing her experience and professionalism from Michigan, in medical cannabis, to this new Alaskan industry demonstrating why she has been nominated for AK CannabisClassic Best Budtender, one of the BEST! Fun Interview! understand why Anchorage loves her!

Lisa Glazer and Derek Morris from Herbal Outfitters in Valdez, come on to discuss Budtending in Alaska. Top notch professionals in this new Alaskan industry demonstrating why they have been nominated for AK CannabisClassic Best Budtender, two of the BEST!

Mesha Pool joins Far North Tokers to discuss budtending. Being a nominee for AK Cannabis Classic Best Budtender, she brings unique perspective to the cannabis industry. Come find out why Mesha is one of the BEST!

“Path to Marijuana Reform” bills introduced in Congress to decriminalize, protect, regulate the cannabis industry by Sen. Wyden (OR) and Rep. Blumenauer (OR). Where is Alaska on this? April CCB PreGame, 40 new licenses up for approval in Alaska!

Look back at Fairbanks Borough Assembly ideas about on-site consumption from summer 2016. These conversations are affecting current policy 2017. Also look into how Cannabis Control Board is bringing the discussion back up again. Alaska can still lead the way in this important public policy...don't be afraid.

Long time friend of almost 40 years, Rambling Ranger, joins us on Far North Tokers to share stories of youth with MidToker in Pennsylvania, first tokes, adventures, and his experience with the Legal Weed market from a consumer standpoint. He has purchased legal cannabis in California, Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia, both in medicinal and recreational shops. We had a fun ride down memory lane!

Jeremiah Emmerson, cannawarrior from Homer, Alaska, joins Mid Toker to discuss recent confirmation of Attorney General Jeff Sessions and many other national, state, and local cannabis issues. This will not be the last time we hear from Jeremiah. First interview conducted using Skype. Here's hoping to many more.

GoodSinse updates and Oregon seeks to prohibit employers for punishing workers for using legal substances away from work. We also test out Saturday Night Tokers with the help of Carl Addington.

In states that legalize medical cannabis, fatal car accidents drop. The state's specific social policy determines whether that decrease remains. Throughout the nation, traffic fatalities are increasing, and even worse in Alaska.

Far North Tokers takes a look back at 2016, specifically focused on the Interior and how cannabis industry has grown through the year.

GoodSinse opens its' doors and questions about tipping budtenders.

Carl Addington joins FNT to discuss medicinal cannabis, as we get to test out his chosen strain, Incredible Bulk. We also talk Coming out Green and OLLI. Carl evens tries out his first shatter concentrate. Special treat bumper music is Carl Addington himself.

CannaWarrior Frank Berardi sits down with Mid Toker to discuss his recent monumental case, where Fairbanks Airport Police were court ordered to return his 8 grams of confiscated Pineapple Express. As we enjoy an "evidence locker weed" joint, we talk about his exciting venture with Good Titrations. They will be the first cannabis concentrate manufacturer approved in Alaska. We will soon see shatter and wax on shelves!

The cannaindustry will be dealing with multiple problems due to a cash-only market place. Most taxes will be paid in cash and then incur penalties then have more issues with security as cash mounts.