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Legal But Not Equal: The Fight for Cannabis Social Equity

Episode 15
Channel Just say know with Maria
Host Maria Calabrese
Date March 12, 2025

About This Episode

Despite cannabis legalization sweeping the nation, the fight for true equity in the industry is far from over. Social equity programs were designed to repair the harms of prohibition, yet many fall short in execution, leaving Black and Brown communities behind.

In this powerful Black History Month Spotlight episode, we bring together a panel of trailblazers—including social equity operators, attorneys, and scientists—who are actively working to change the system from within. They share real stories, legal insights, and solutions to ensure that cannabis reform is more than just a policy shift—it’s a path to justice.

💬 What You’ll Learn:
✔️ The ongoing challenges of social equity in cannabis
✔️ The real impact of legalization on communities of color
✔️ Why corporations must step up where legislation falls short
✔️ Actionable steps to support a more equitable industry

📢 Don’t just watch—be part of the change. Tune in, share, and let’s push the conversation forward.

Host & Guests

Maria Calabrese headshot
Maria Calabrese Founder & CEO Host
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