Sit back, relax, and take a toke of the finest you can find, because we're about to embark on a thrilling journey through drug smuggling, Indy car racing, and the transformation of a life sentence into a powerful story of advocacy and redemption. Randy Lanier shares how he went from being a small-town kid with a modest pot-dealing operation to one of the most notorious cannabis smugglers in U.S. history, moving entire mountainsides of Colombian Gold into the country.

Randy’s story is full of twists and turns, and we get an intimate look at both the highs and the lows. From his rise to becoming Indy 500 Rookie of the Year, to forging unexpected friendships in some of the toughest places, his journey is nothing short of extraordinary. We also dive into his life after prison, discssing the advocacy work he’s passionate about and his involvement with FreedomGrow.Org, a non-profit dedicated to supporting individuals incarcerated for nonviolent cannabis-related offenses.

Meet Ben, Andy, and Colby from the Most Dangerous Men Alive Band. The band was brought to life 11 years ago when Ben and a current band member reached out to Andy to take on the role of lead guitarist. We dive into their journey, from playing in a basement in a small town in southeastern Massachusetts, performing cover songs at local venues from New Bedford, MA, to Providence, RI.

Over time, they transitioned from playing covers to writing, performing, and recording their own original music. Their performance at Hemp Fest six years ago was a key milestone, and now they are set to perform at the 35th Annual Boston Freedom Rally at Boston Common on September 21st from noon until 8 PM. The rally will feature live music, licensed cannabis brands, and everything related to cannabis culture. In this episode, we also discuss one-hit wonders, the loss of a close friend, and wrap things up with the band playing acoustic versions of a few unreleased tracks, including Paradigm, Women & Whiskey, and Loose Fries.

In this episode, we are joined by Jeff Demers, the mastermind behind New England Compost, based in Danbury, Connecticut. Jeff shares his journey into the composting business and how New England Compost has become a leader in small-batch, craft compost, certified for growing organic products. We delve into the composting process from start to finish, exploring where some of the key inputs originate and how Jeff has cultivated valuable relationships over the years. These connections have helped him source unique feedstocks that set his compost apart from the competition.

Jeff also discusses the expansion of his business, moving from small local farms to licensed cannabis cultivators across New England. One of their standout products is "Black Number 13," a calcium-enriched mix specifically designed for cannabis cultivation. Jeff explains what makes this mix ideal for cannabis growers and how you can get your hands on it. Jeff explains why New England Compost is the go-to choice and he shares his relentless pursuit of the next best mix and how he's continually working to improve his products.