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Our next guest is shifting the perspective of Cannabis from simply a vessel to get high to more of a modality for wellness. Whether that be through the run club he co-founded, Runner’s High, where they normalize cannabis with an active lifestyle and community clean-ups or through his non-alcoholic cannabis infused cocktails, these groups are destigmatizing what we previously thought about cannabis. As someone who was convicted of a felony for selling cannabis, we eventually round out the episode with a discussion on leveling the cannabis playing field for the black and brown community. He’s a Father, Activist, and Community Builder. Please enjoy my conversation with Carlos Ramos

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Our next guest is the creative force behind Drip Collective, West Loop’s newest coffee spot. He reflects on his earliest memories working for Peet’s Coffee as well as being the coffee buyer at Whole Foods. He then leans further into coffee by taking on a manager role with La Colombe and even relocated to LA to help open a West Coast location. Only to come back to Chicago to have a string of positions with La Colombe, Metric Coffee, and a hospitality job until he lands at Side Practice Coffee. (Shoutout Francis Almeda) We then reflect on the journey leading up to opening Drip Collective. A space that hosts events, latte art throw downs, and seasonal beverages. He’s thoughtful, inclusive, and a force. Please enjoy my conversation with Ty Banks.

172 N Racine Ave. Chicago, IL
https://dripcollective.coffee/
https://www.instagram.com/drip.collectivechi

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Our next guest is the owner of a unique bottle shop in Lincoln Park. He helped us find a handful of anniversary wines that we had our wedding guests sign. He reflects on his earlier memories of hospitality in the kitchen, moving up to the bar, and then becoming responsible for a wine list. It was then that he developed his palette and appreciation for wine and spirits as an investment vehicle. It is this philosophy that led him to purchase what is now known as Off Premise. Stay til the end as he walks us through the process of picking a wine for the table when you’re at dinner! Please enjoy my conversation with Adam Kamin.

https://www.offpremisechicago.com/
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