Blazed Weekly News

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Blazed Weekly News is the official podcast for Blazed Magazine: Blazed is recorded every Thursday at from 6 -7pm and is released each Friday. For news and the latest information on the growing Hemp & Cannabis industry in the Lone Star State. Subscribe to our show online and follow us wherever podcasts are available.

Rule Changes to Texas Hemp Laws
#249
01/19/2026

David Sergi and Jay Maguire join the podcast this week after the recent hearing from DSHS public comment period began last week.
Also just the day before this recording the Texas Supreme court Justices hear oral arguments from 
DSHS and Plaintiff SKYE Marketing case or Hometown Hero's case to consume federally legal hemp products. 

A case that was filed 5 years ago by Maguire and Sergi for Hometown and Skye.

Having this Dynamic Duo on the podcast this week is huge insight on where we are and how things play out.


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Nick from Champs Trade Shows - Austin Show
#248
01/15/2026

Nick Gaulin from Champs Trade Shows talks to Russell about the upcoming Austin Show this week.
Why Austin got 2 shows in 6 months, and why Austin Culture was a magnet for the counter culture giant 
to call home to Texas.


Comedy, Music, Cannabis, & Culture all dew Nick and the Champs team to the Weirdest city in Texas!

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Texas Policy & Rule Changes DSHS
#247
01/12/2026

Texas Policy & Rule Changes DSHS


Jay Maguire and Shaun Salvaje discussed policy options with the team and how might Texans reacts with (Friday) tomorrow's open public hearings. Comment below what you think about the rule making powers that are coming. 

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TRUMP MARIJUANA ORDERS - WHATS NEXT?
#246
12/20/2025

TRUMP MARIJUANA ORDERS - WHATS NEXT?

Jay Maguire, Rachel Nelson, Tamara Anderson join Russell for a panel discussion about Trumps move to reschedule Marijuana today. How will this look in the coming years and will it create a big box market for major companies to take the bite from smaller craft cannabis? 

Guest: Tamara Anderson is Founder of Culinary & Cannabis, an all sensory interactive cannabis event production company. Tamara oversees daily operations and growth for Culinary & Cannabis including online content, marketing, and brand partnerships.

https://www.culinaryandcannabisevents.com/press/

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HEMP DISCLOSURE WITH ERIC STEENSTRA
#245
12/12/2025

 HEMP disclosure with Eric Steenstra  Eric Believed that hemp had the potential to save the planet and that all people who were unjustly imprisoned for Cannabis needed to be released. He dug up countless facts about how Cannabis was demonized and prohibited starting in the 1930’s.  Jack shared his vision for a Cannabis revival by self publishing and distributing hundreds of thousands of copies of his book worldwide.Trump rescheduling cannabis imminently?Jack’s research and passion inspired me to cofound hemp fashion and 

lifestyle brand Ecolution along with Steve DeAngelo in 1992. Steve and I created a line of...


Ep. # 241 - SURVIVING THE 2025 HEMPOCRACY
#244
12/05/2025

Jeremy Steading from 1836 Kratom & Steading & Sons comes on the program to talk 
with Russell about industry and Regulatory challenges that we face during the 2025 
state legislative session as well as the government shutdown results in Washington 
for alternative products and the Hemp industry. 


Leave comments below. 

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BLAZED & CONFUSED: ROD KIGHT UNROLLED
#243
11/21/2025

Attorney Rod breaks down the latest on Washington DC as lawmakers in Congress have banned the hemp industry beginning in 11 and 1/2 months. Russell and Rachel discuss the options industry members have by staying active while national Hemp Attorney Rod Kight offers insight and perspective on the coming challenge and lobby efforts our Industry will need to make this coming year. 

www.BlazedNews.com 
www.Cannabusiness.law 


Leave your comments below.


HEMP INDUSTRY BAMBOOZLED BY CONGRESS
#242
11/14/2025

To discuss Congress Banning the hemp industry this week on the program is both Jay Maguire from the Cannabis retailers Alliance for Texans as well as Kerry Hinkle from Bayou City hemp formerly with the US Hemp Round Table. Kerry Hinkle and Jay Maguire give Insight on the process with Congress and losing the battle recently for hemp. Leave your comments below on this recent news... 

Will Hemp survive the next year? 

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Blazed@blazednews.com 

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Dope Pros & the National Hemp Ban
#241
10/31/2025

Dope Pros discuss their brand and success this year and comment on BlazedFest and the state of Hemp in US Congress. At Dope Pros, we’re all about keeping cannabis real, accessible, compliant, and built for the people, not the corporations. What started as a Texas hustle turned into a mission: to protect the culture that built this industry and make sure hemp stays in the hands of those who actually care about it. 

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 Leave your comments below. 


Ep. 237 - Timothy Mabry For Lt. Governor of Texas.
#240
10/24/2025

Timothy Mabry is running for the office if Lt. Governor, and has been the first candidate to announce he is running against Dan Patrick.

The former Fire Fighter and a Veteran is pro cannabis and freedom and supports limited government.
https://timothy4tx.com/ 
www.BlazedNews.com 

Leave your thoughts below and see you at BlazedFest October 25th on Friday morning!

campaign@timothy4tx.com 


Ep. # 236 - Gods Green Goodness - 3GCC
#239
10/22/2025

James staff from gods green goodness in Rockdale TX, comes on the show to discuss their brand as well as the BlazedFest event. 3GCC or 3G Cannabis Co. Is located in Rockdale and offers high quality legal Hemp and cbd products to those who find relief from pain and stress and inflammation.

https://www.3gccllc.com 
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Ep. 235 - | KOI | Gruene Botanicals - Save Vape Industry
#238
10/07/2025

Matt from Koi stops by and talks BlazedFest and Yeehaw mushroom chocolate with James from Gruene Botanicals. 

Both brands give us an update while we discussed the Vape Ban Lawsuit coming next week from industry members. 

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Join us for our Halloween party on Saturday October 25th at Shiner's Saloon on Congress Ave..... 
6pm- 2am. Live Music Smoke Cannon Speed Rolling Costume Contest Stoner Films 

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Ep. 234 - Update on Vape Lawsuite in Texas
#237
10/07/2025

David Sergi and Joel Thompson with Modern Herb Co. | AHAA discuss the current status of filing the Lawsuit against the Vape Ban.

Joel Thompson - Cofounder of Modern Herb Co / partnered with AHAA American Healthy Alternatives for legislative efforts 
like the SB3 veto and SB2024 lawsuit.  


233 - Texas THC Legal For Adults 21 OLDER
#236
09/26/2025

Nick Mortillaro with Aim High Distribution discusses policy with Mark Bordas the Executive Director of the Texas Hemp Business Council. 

TABC Age Gating measures and the future of Hemp in US Congress are discussed. But after a grueling summer of Texas Hemp Ban bills, the Game is NOT over . . . . as we near the 7th Inning Stretch of rule making. 

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DID ABBOTT VETO OF HEMP BAN KILL THCA FLOWER?
#235
09/19/2025

Jay Maguire and Kerry Hinkle talk Hemp Policy on the Show This Week! 
Did Gregg Abbots rule making power fail the Hemp Industry? 

Will THCA flower fall under the bridge as testing policy's change?
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Ep. # 231 JK Distro
#234
09/17/2025

JK Distro visits the program this week to talk about their business and products here in Texas.
Also CHAMPS Tradeshows was this week so we discussed events and after-parties.


 At JK Distro, we’re committed to making the benefits of hemp accessible to everyone. With a range of value, mid, and top-shelf products, we offer affordable options so everyone can enjoy the health benefits of “The God Plant."

Hemp Legislation Victory in Texas Update on Texas hemp surviving ban bills during the 89th legislative session.


TEXAS HEMPALOOZA CONTINUES
#233
08/29/2025

Ep. # 229

Cody Fisher from CBD PROS and Brio Drinks joins the podcast this week to discuss the policy of HEMP and his meetings with Governor Abbott. We hope to get some age gating 21+ in place with either executive order from the governor or the legislature. Champs Trade Shows is also coming to Austin in the next week or so.

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Texas Hemp Forecast - Orange Sunshine
#232
08/22/2025

 Aaron Owens of Tejas Tonic drops by the Studio and introduces Orange Sunshine his latest flavor of THC Tonic. Talking Music, Cannabis and Culture we discuss policy and Opportunities in the Texas Hemp Industry. Right now when you order his new Orange Sunshine online - receive a FREE PRE-ROLL when you visit https://tejastonic.com • USE PROMO CODE - TEJAS 25 or PREROLL for either a Discount or a free Creamsicle Preroll from our friends at FreshGrown TX 

The Texas THC Challenge is our annual Beverage competition is also underway this month. 

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#228 - Testimony A VICTORY: House Hearing HB5
#231
08/15/2025

 Dama Botanicals joins the show this week and talks about their store and how 
industry is improving over the years. Also discussed was the hearing of hb5 as 
lawmakers listened and ask questions to Industry leaders about how best 
to regulate our Hemp industry in Texas. 

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Full link to hearing: https://house.texas.gov/videos/22465 
Fast fwd to 7:44:30 to hear Lucas Gilkey and Colton Luther 
really inform house members about how to regulate the 
plant in Texas. 

To submit bever...


HEMPALOOZA: A 3RD SESSION?
#230
08/08/2025

Stone Slade , Wade Warner and Jay Maguire discuss the opportunities for a Third Special Session while Texas Democrats hide out in Sanctuary cities over district mapping issue. Essentially placing the Hemp Legislative issue on hold. 

Will Governor Abbott enact Executive Privilege for Hemp Regulation? 

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SB5 & THE REEFER MADNESS
#229
08/03/2025

Attorney Rod Kight talks policy about the hemp industry in Texas and the recent Senate hearings of SB5. Also Colton Luther of the Texas Growers Podcast talks about his visit in the presence of leaders in Texas Government. Regulation not Elimination. 

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intro song- Gramatik - Muy Tranquilo

 
0:46 - Welcome & Guest Introductions 2:10 - Guest Colton Luther on the Texas T-CUP Program 6:07 - Colton's Viral Reel: State-Run Monopoly 8:28 - Guest Ro...


SB5 TO BAN HEMP IN TEXAS - SB3 DEJA - VU
#228
07/25/2025

Support Cannabis Reform in Texas. Heather Fazio of the Texas Cannabis Policy Center.Heather is a dedicated cannabis advocate with a strong track record of advancing reform efforts in Texas. She discusses policy with Jay Maguire of the Texas Hemp Federation and CRAFT. Cannabis Regulatory Alignment Framework & Training Jasmine Brennan serves clients in Strategy, Regulatory Compliance, Startups, Cannabis & Hemp, & Alternative Beverages.

Jasmine Website is https://www.mindfulcompliance.com/

Heather Website is https://texascannabispolicy.org/
Russell Dowden websites are: https://blazednews.com/ & https://texashempreporter.com/
Jay Maguire website is https://www.joincraft.org/
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# 223 | Texas Weed Wars: DEFEAT DAN PATRICK
#227
07/18/2025

David Sergi talks Cannabis Policy coming into the Special session of the Texas Legislature.
Lauren Bridges also chimes in from here store in Longview Texas.

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If your store would like to invite your Texas lawmaker in for a special 
visit please email us at blazednewz@gmail.com. 

Russell


TEXAS HEMP REVOLUTION
#226
07/05/2025

Ep # 222
Mark Bordas of the Texas Hemp Business Council joins the show to discuss the
VETO of SB3 by Governor Abbott and what is next with the Special Session beginning
July 21st thru Aug 21st.


What is next as the new special session begins, how can industry members stick together for a more unified approach to legislative and regulatory goals. As Dan Patrick commits political Suicide of HEMP



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#225
06/30/2025

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HEMPOCRACY: The Fall of Dan Patrick
#224
06/27/2025

 HEMPOCRACY: The Fall of Dan Patrick - 

this week on the podcast Lucas Evans and Daulton O'Neill discuss the recent VETO OF SB3 by Governor Greg Abbott and the continued propaganda by Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick and his Ridiculous War on Hemp and THC products.

email Russell at blazednewz@gmail.com

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Smoke and Strategy this Saturday at Lucyland Texas bringing together the top
speakers in Cannabis only days after the Veto. Powered by Grow House Me...


VETO SB3 GOV. ABBOTT
#223
06/13/2025

Susan Hays and Jay Maguire discuss the possibility of the Governor Gregg Abbott Veto Option.
The deadline for the Veto is June 22nd! While we are uncertain on the future of the Hemp
industry we are equally uncertain of our own ability to stay in business. We are supported
by the advertising we generate and with the hemp industry nearing its end...

it has been a great honor and humble learning opportunity for myself and my team to
produce news covering the Texas Hemp Industry.

 #blazednews #blazedmagazine #VETOSB3 

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Dan Patrick Falls Down - Happy Cactus
#222
06/06/2025

Todd Harris from Happy Cactus comes in studio this week to discuss the 89th legislative session and the special visit that he received weeks ago from Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick. Todd believes that the lieutenant governor is losing the battle against against the public which is why he keeps his propaganda message strong with constant press releases about the hemp products.

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# 218 - Texas Hemp Industry BAMBOOZLED
#221
05/30/2025

HEMPYRE WHOLESALE & JAY MAGUIRE

This week on blazed Weekly News Russell has an open discussion with the panel about several bills that have made their way through the legislative process of the 89th session here in Texas. Jay Maguire breaks down why he believes Texas lobby effort was fragmented and how the Texas House was being held hostage by Lt. Governor Dan Patrick. 

Hempyre offers wholesale flower and white labeling service for Texas brands and retailers as well as those out of state. 
Will producers like Hempyre be forced to leave Texas to continue in...


Texas Hemp Massacre w/ Wyatt Purp
#220
05/29/2025

Ep: # 217

After Dan Patrick and his House of puppets pull a classic Bait and Switch technique
with SB3 his Mission to Massacre the Hemp Industry is one step closer to his goal.

But will Greg Abbott take the "Bait" or have the guts to save Texas Jobs and real estate,
by sending a Veto?

David Sergi talks Cannabis Policy and Wyatt Purp brands stop by the Studio.

#txhempshow #media #podcast #printisnotdead #blazednews 

Russell Dowden 
David Sergi 
Mandy McBride 
Chilton Brown


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REEFER MADNESS: Bad Science, Bogus Raids, and Bad Bills
#219
05/16/2025

Jay Maguire from the Texas hemp Federation and Jesse Williams from the Texas cannabis Collective
joined the discussion this week regarding sb3 and the state of several bills in
the 89th Texas Legislature. Countdown only 2 weeks remain!


WILL HEMP SURVIVE IN TEXAS?

Bad Science, Bogus Raids, and Bad Bills Testing Issues
Law Enforcement Raids Timely Regulatory Bills Will Hemp Survive?

www.texashempreporter.com
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Ep. 215 - Is HB-28 now SB-3?
#218
05/05/2025

Nick Mortillaro and Shaun Salvaja talk with Rachel and Russ about the language in the
House adaptation of SB3. It is initially not a good looking bill for fans of Smokable Hemp.

And reads as though HB28 has turned into SB3 for the time being.
Next the full House of Representatives will vote on the bill.
We urge you to reach out to your congressman and say NO TO SB3!

We need education for lawmakers to understand the industry better before
rushing to push the laws banning these products and an...


Legislative Update TX Hemp Business Council
#217
04/28/2025

Today's panel features Cynthia Cabrera and Mark Bordas with the Texas Hemp Business Council...
the two discuss policy expectations and legislative movement within the language of several bills that are up for review in the house.

The open discussion with Russell and Mark and Cynthia is informative and eye-opening as the panel discusses federal law, Texas law, and the battle between the states rights against big alcohol, big Pharma, and multi-state operators.

38 Days left in the 89th Legislative session.

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#printisnotdead
#magazine #podcast
#txhempshow


April - 420 Show - Live Gruene Botanicals San Antonio
#216
04/21/2025

Live from central SA TX at Gruene Botanicals, with food, graffiti, infused drinks, a smoke box , live DJ and more . . .
We podcast record this weeks show from the parking lot on Hildebrand with Sean and James.

Sean owns 4 locations of Gruene Botanicals while James owns 3GCC, both are loyal sponsors of the show and we all got together
on the Saturday before Easter/420 for an event that celebrates the culture of this wonderful plant.

PODCAST # 213 LIVE EVENT!

Check them both out here:
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https://www.3gccllc...


Ep. 212 The Soil King - Patrick King
#212
04/18/2025

With over 35 years in the agricultural industry, from the pics and shovels to license cannabis companies. Patrick has touched every part of legal cannabis. Soils, Garden Centers, Soil King Approved Products, National Soils, OrganiKing Consulting, Genetics, Distribution, Manufacturing, Transportation, Retail, Events, Remediation, Nursery, Cultivation, Marketing, Filming, Packaging and more.

Patrick Talks about his passion for Texan's Fight for Legal Cannabis here in the 89th Legislative Session in Spring 2025.


Texas Hemp Strikes Back
#215
04/08/2025

Open discussion on the War on Drugs today but also how Texas retailers are being demonized by Texas Lt. GOV DAN PAT…despite the fact that they are following Texas & Federal laws on legal hemp products. An $8 Billion yr industry in the lone-star state – Joining us this week on the show is:

Co-Founder of The Cannabis Retailers Alliance for Texas (CRAFT) & Senior Political Editor
for the TexasHempReporter.com:

JAY MAGUIRE
Attorney – David Sergi
Judy Corrigan – CENTEX CBD
Nick with - Lazy Daze Coffee and Wellness
Chase Rhymes – of The Secret Door store...


#89th Legislative Update with Heather Fazio
#214
03/31/2025

Heather Fazio and Jay Maguire discuss several Bills on the table and a few possible scenarios for the legislative session as we are ALL IN for Texas Cannabis!

Podcast # 210 Total -

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Blazed News : ESPN Promo
#213
03/26/2025

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Audio - Dan Patrick at Happy Cactus
#212
03/18/2025

https://texashempreporter.com/lt-dan-making-house-calls-for-the-children/


Earl Green with SomaLab - Ep. 209
#211
03/14/2025

Earl Green from Soma Labs our in-studio guest this week on the podcast. Earl tells us about his experiences as a teen having seizures kept him from attending MIT , but led to his journey in science to unfold the mysteries of the cannabis plant. 

Today his product help not only himself, but his fellow Texans and clients who use his services. 

Great story! 

Earl also testified recently at the SB3 hearing with Charles Perry and the 
State Affairs Committee. 


#hemp #media #podcast #radio #magazine 
#espnaustin #blazednews 

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