Today the Friendly Cannabis Show is talking to Joe Keith Bickett about his third book – A Quest for Freedom. The third book in his …
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Just for a little perspective in terms of cruel and unusual punishment over a plant: I just watched this last night. He served less then 15 years for killing 2 kids before being released in '87 and went on to kill 11 women. https://youtu.be/j9o9EP0WCqY?si=6zAjreNyjyYAK_L3
The 'Cornbread Mafia' was busted in my neck of the woods in my opinion as they did not know the people or culture of West Central Minnesota. I lived there and followed the news breaks and had access by proximity (and relation) to the local politico players. My theory is that they drew unwanted attention by being uninvolved in the local economy or commerce except to spend a lot of money on their infrastructure, lumber etc. and the locals are " i don't see any other buildings going up" ( drying / processing areas etc. ) and asking one another questions. Farmers here will chat up with local farmers and if they ever did that, well they would have made more for themselves if they brought over a few pies or ' had coffee' with some locals. Instead they drew out the curiosity of the locals and when things don't quite add up they become curious points of interest and a shift to guilty until proven innocent—that (they) as the unknown neighbors are more likely up to 'no-good'. Perhaps they would have continued to produce had they not cultivated suspicion but relationships. More people might have embraced them if they didnt alienate themselves, instead eventually drawing the energies of 'Nosey Parkers' and law enforcement who sought extra bonuses and financial incentives to enrich themselves and law enforcement resources. Next, air surveillance and phony hunters asking for directions then a heroic photo of the officials planting a US flag, battle of Iwo-Jima style (war on drugs you know) on a pile of plowed up plants (wince now at the image) and resulting in immeasurable suffering to these farmers, their families and the people who might benefit from therapeutic or even recreational use with fewer costs and consequences as compared to many licit pharmaceutical and recreational substances. My hats off to all you farmers who have taken the rap for trying for make a living working with much maligned products that have been healing tools in many cultures of the world against the wishes of the misguided and misinformed that are in positions of power and authority. I look forward to reading these books against the backdrop of these Dark Ages and hale in an evolved age of Enlightenment.
Amazing show as always! I have so much respect, admiration and love for these gentlemen and those before us who did hard time for believing in the plant and risking their lives to farm it.. Legendary human beings!
I absolutely love any chance I get to hear Mr. Bickett share his experiences. I'm always like a little kid hearing a story from his grandfather. thank you for paving the way for the next generation of growers. we wouldn't have this without people like you. I can't imagine 20+ years I never thought I'd get thru the 2 years I did. But sadly some of us still live in that world lock them up and take everything they have. Some of these prohibitions States are just as crooked as ever you already know how Indiana is
Just for a little perspective in terms of cruel and unusual punishment over a plant: I just watched this last night. He served less then 15 years for killing 2 kids before being released in '87 and went on to kill 11 women. https://youtu.be/j9o9EP0WCqY?si=6zAjreNyjyYAK_L3
The 'Cornbread Mafia' was busted in my neck of the woods in my opinion as they did not know the people or culture of West Central Minnesota. I lived there and followed the news breaks and had access by proximity (and relation) to the local politico players. My theory is that they drew unwanted attention by being uninvolved in the local economy or commerce except to spend a lot of money on their infrastructure, lumber etc. and the locals are " i don't see any other buildings going up" ( drying / processing areas etc. ) and asking one another questions. Farmers here will chat up with local farmers and if they ever did that, well they would have made more for themselves if they brought over a few pies or ' had coffee' with some locals. Instead they drew out the curiosity of the locals and when things don't quite add up they become curious points of interest and a shift to guilty until proven innocent—that (they) as the unknown neighbors are more likely up to 'no-good'. Perhaps they would have continued to produce had they not cultivated suspicion but relationships. More people might have embraced them if they didnt alienate themselves, instead eventually drawing the energies of 'Nosey Parkers' and law enforcement who sought extra bonuses and financial incentives to enrich themselves and law enforcement resources. Next, air surveillance and phony hunters asking for directions then a heroic photo of the officials planting a US flag, battle of Iwo-Jima style (war on drugs you know) on a pile of plowed up plants (wince now at the image) and resulting in immeasurable suffering to these farmers, their families and the people who might benefit from therapeutic or even recreational use with fewer costs and consequences as compared to many licit pharmaceutical and recreational substances.
My hats off to all you farmers who have taken the rap for trying for make a living working with much maligned products that have been healing tools in many cultures of the world against the wishes of the misguided and misinformed that are in positions of power and authority. I look forward to reading these books against the backdrop of these Dark Ages and hale in an evolved age of Enlightenment.
Awesome interview
Very interesting interview. The guy went through some crap for sure.
Real talk, real interview, reality, beyond wow
What a Great podcast, Chad! Thank you for bringing these awesome gentlemen on to share their stories. I look forward to a follow-up 🌬💨💚
No crooked cops did time though did they? Corrupt legal system
Amazing show as always! I have so much respect, admiration and love for these gentlemen and those before us who did hard time for believing in the plant and risking their lives to farm it.. Legendary human beings!
Lewis County KY in the house !
America! Fuck yea!!
This was wonderful. I always enjoy listening to OG's stories. Thanks to all those who contributed to where we are now!
I absolutely love any chance I get to hear Mr. Bickett share his experiences. I'm always like a little kid hearing a story from his grandfather. thank you for paving the way for the next generation of growers. we wouldn't have this without people like you. I can't imagine 20+ years I never thought I'd get thru the 2 years I did. But sadly some of us still live in that world lock them up and take everything they have. Some of these prohibitions States are just as crooked as ever you already know how Indiana is
Been following nick a very long time! He's a real gem in our industry.. wish we heard more from him
We still have dry and wet counties and is totally controlled or influenced by a religious opinion
I really hope… Fuck that…. I need for nick to be right about ohios rec!
Id love to pick nicks brain! 🔥💨🦨✌️👊
Nick looks good
lets grow
Great show! Thank you Joe for everything you been through sharing with us today. A true pioneer 💯
These are my people.. I just know it .💚✌️
West Kentucky here..
KY in the house
Looking good my friends! #cannabisisalifestyle