• [00:00:42] Current legislative landscape and unprecedented industry unity
• [00:01:34] Background on the 2022 tax reform and scheduled tax increase
• [00:04:44] Impact on retailers and legacy operators
• [00:06:52] Breakdown of cannabis tax revenue beneficiaries
• [00:13:41] AB 564 (Haney) and coalition of supporters
• [00:19:01] Legislative timeline and budget strategy
• [00:22:19] Why cannabis deserves special tax consideration
• [00:28:51] Funding mechanisms and Prop 64's unfulfilled promises
• [00:33:50] Call to action for listeners
• [00:36:22] Cannabis industry's $6.5 billion tax contribution and closing remarks

DISCLAIMER: The Goldenhour podcast provides information about cannabis and related topics for general informational and entertainment purposes only. The content is intended for adults 21+ and should not be considered medical, legal, or professional advice, as cannabis remains federally illegal in the United States and laws vary by jurisdiction. The views expressed by hosts and guests are their own, and any discussions about health effects, business opportunities, or consumption should not be taken as recommendations. By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that you are solely responsible for complying with applicable laws in your jurisdiction and that any actions taken based on the information presented are entirely at your own risk.

• 00:03-01:05: Discussion about distribution challenges and business survival with slim margins
• 01:06-03:10: David addresses vertical integration as a potential solution and compares cannabis regulations to the wine industry
• 03:11-07:08: Conversation about transportation restrictions and regulatory frameworks that hinder farm operations
• 07:09-09:06: Marion describes the dramatic decline in local farms, noting that from over 100 farms in Panther Gap, only her operation remains legal
• 09:07-11:00: Discussion about Humboldt County's shift toward tourism despite geographical challenges
• 11:01-16:16: Laura (producer) joins to discuss cannabis tourism potential, comparing different approaches across regions
• 16:17-21:42: Conversation about missed opportunities in tourism marketing and how cannabis could revitalize the local economy
• 21:43-24:45: Final thoughts on local politics and the need for change, with mention of an upcoming Board of Supervisors decision on tax deadlines
• 24:46-25:00: Wrap-up with information about Goldenhour's advocacy efforts and resources for listeners

DISCLAIMER: The Goldenhour podcast provides information about cannabis and related topics for general informational and entertainment purposes only. The content is intended for adults 21+ and should not be considered medical, legal, or professional advice, as cannabis remains federally illegal in the United States and laws vary by jurisdiction. The views expressed by hosts and guests are their own, and any discussions about health effects, business opportunities, or consumption should not be taken as recommendations. By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that you are solely responsible for complying with applicable laws in your jurisdiction and that any actions taken based on the information presented are entirely at your own risk.

• 00:00-00:26: Introduction of guests and Lost Creek Family Farms
• 00:27-02:18: Marion describes Lost Creek as a legacy farm in remote Humboldt County and shares how she moved from Albany, NY to Humboldt after discovering it while on Phish tour around 2000
• 02:19-04:53: Discussion of land acquisition in Panther Gap and how Marion's husband acquired property from a Vietnam veteran
• 04:54-07:12: Exploration of Humboldt's origins with back-to-land movement, community bonds, and self-sufficiency
• 07:13-09:07: Marion describes how cannabis cultivation enabled families to stay in rural communities while supporting art and creativity
• 09:08-11:05: Discussion of Humboldt County's geography and perfect growing conditions for cannabis
• 11:06-15:14: Talk about the beauty of the region, sustainability challenges of off-grid living, and the unique microclimates
• 15:15-18:10: Stories about law enforcement tactics during prohibition era, including helicopter raids and intimidation techniques
• 18:11-21:19: Examination of community support systems during raids and arrests
• 21:20-24:53: Discussion of misconceptions about environmental damage and "cartel grows"
• 24:54-32:05: Conversation about legalization concerns and formation of a cannabis cooperative
• 32:06-42:20: Details about how the cooperative model evolved, including challenges with investors and management who didn't understand farming
• 42:21-42:43: Closing remarks and preview of part two of the conversation

DISCLAIMER: The Goldenhour podcast provides information about cannabis and related topics for general informational and entertainment purposes only. The content is intended for adults 21+ and should not be considered medical, legal, or professional advice, as cannabis remains federally illegal in the United States and laws vary by jurisdiction. The views expressed by hosts and guests are their own, and any discussions about health effects, business opportunities, or consumption should not be taken as recommendations. By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that you are solely responsible for complying with applicable laws in your jurisdiction and that any actions taken based on the information presented are entirely at your own risk.