Doug McVay: Activist, Writer And More

Doug McVay: Activist, Writer And More

Author: Cannabis Radio October 19, 2022 Duration: 27:28

Doug McVay, who joins us today on Hempresent, is an activist, writer, researcher, and speaker with a long history in drug policy reform. He's the editor of Drug Policy Facts and Health Systems Facts and he maintains the Real Reporting family of websites, including Drug Policy Facts, Health Systems Facts, and Real Reporting Foundation.

Doug currently produces and hosts a weekly half-hour radio show called Century Of Lies, which is produced for the Drug Truth Network and distributed via the Pacifica Foundation Radio Network. He also produces and hosts a monthly half-hour radio show called Free Culture Radio, which is produced at the studios of KBOO Radio in Portland, Oregon, and is also distributed via Pacifica. As a member of KBOO's Prison Pipeline Collective, Doug also occasionally hosts and produces installments of the Prison Pipeline show.



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Each week on Hempresent, Vivian McPeak-widely known as the Hemposapien and the founder of Seattle Hempfest-creates a space where conversation about cannabis is rooted in substance and history, not just headlines. This isn't a series of monologues; it's a dynamic exchange, a platform where guests and the community itself can engage deeply with the plant's complex journey. You'll hear discussions that trace the legal, activist, and reformist pathways shaping cannabis and hemp today, moving beyond simple celebration to examine the real work being done. Produced by Cannabis Radio, the podcast delves into how these issues intersect with broader societal and cultural currents, from law and policy to art and agriculture. The tone is informed and passionate, reflecting decades of advocacy. Tune in for a weekly dose of perspective that challenges stereotypes and explores the multifaceted role of cannabis in our world, all guided by a voice that has been part of the movement's foundation. It's about presenting the full story, with all its challenges and possibilities.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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