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Join us on "In the Shadows of Medicine: A Mother's Quiet Rebellion with Cannabis," where we dive into Sephida Artis's gripping journey from the streets of Brooklyn to becoming a cannabis advocacy pioneer, and how she bravely chose cannabis to save her baby's life. In this emotionally charged episode, Sephida Artis, a Brooklyn native and cannabis advocate, shares her raw and real story. Raised amidst the hustle and survival ethos of Brooklyn, Sephida learned early lessons in resilience. She navigates us through her life's narrative, revealing how her upbringing shaped her into a voice of reason and an advocate for change. But the core of this episode lies in her most personal and daring challenge: defying medical norms to treat her infant child with cannabis. Facing a dire medical prognosis, Sephida turned to cannabis as a last resort, stepping into a world of taboo and controversy. This episode is not just about cannabis advocacy; it’s a profound tale of maternal love, societal defiance, and the relentless pursuit of healing alternatives. As Sephida articulates her struggles and victories, we also delve into broader topics like healthcare disparities, the stigma around medical cannabis, and the evolving landscape of cannabis legislation. This episode was extremely powerful and full of heart! Chapters Outline: 0:00 - Intro: Diving Deep into Sephida's World 0:45 - Straight Outta Brooklyn: Sephida's Roots 2:30 - Life Amongst the Real: Street Tales and Lessons 5:00 - When Desperation Meets Hope: Cannabis as a Lifeline 8:27 - Sephida's Crucible: Growing Up Tough 10:13 - The Street's Voice of Reason: Sephida's Early Influence 13:29 - Juggling Motherhood and Challenges 16:28 - A Mother's Bold Choice: Cannabis to the Rescue 20:00 - Breaking the Stigma: Cannabis for an Infant 23:42 - The Fight and Flight of Healing 27:33 - Unveiling the Cannabis Science 30:09 - Battling Misconceptions: The Hard Truth 35:39 - From the Streets to the Spotlight: Advocacy Journey 40:20 - Life, Cannabis, and Everything In-Between 45:53 - Tackling the Industry: The Real Talk 50:27 - Looking Ahead: Dreams and Schemes in Cannabis 55:15 - Rebel Threads: Fashion Meets Advocacy 1:01:50 - Real Talk Roundup: The Journey, The Struggle, The Future 1:07:14 - Signing Off: 40 Tons Style Filmed: IMI Studios NYC Sponsors: ⁠Hemper⁠, ⁠Owls Oil⁠, Artrix Global, and HPI Canna

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