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Latest Episodes:

It’s OK to Ask Questions: Episode 3 - Justin Tranter Jun 15, 2023

Selena Gomez, Justin Bieber, Britney Spears, Dan Reynolds, Lady Gaga and so many more have worked alongside songwriter Justin Tranter to create some of the most popular pop songs of the last decade. Justin and Matt Rodrigues discuss how even after all of their multi-platinum hits they still face homophobic obstacles within the music industry. The two also look back at how Justin’s traumatic childhood was transformed when they transferred to a school that embraced their talents. A school that they recently donated half a million dollars to!

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It’s OK to Ask Questions: Episode 2 – E.R. Fightmaster Jun 09, 2023

Cast as the first non-binary doctor on Grey’s Anatomy, E.R. Fightmaster has been a trailblazer in Hollywood who doesn’t hold back when it comes to calling out injustice. Their conversation with Matt Rodrigues dives into their thoughts on how show business and society at large must learn to embrace the differences of the non-binary community. E.R. eloquently breaks down gender in a way that will have you screaming out, “Aha!” time and time again.

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It’s OK to Ask Questions: Episode 1 – Shea Couleé Jun 08, 2023

RuPaul’s Drag Race winner Shea Couleé chats with Matt Rodrigues about music, growing up in Chicago & their art form being politicized. The two deep-dive into what the backlash against the drag community is really about and why Shea is not backing down. Shea also talks about their upcoming role in Marvel’s highly anticipated new series, “Ironheart,” their new album “8” and retiring from drag. Gasp!

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Recreational Marijuana in Illinois: Social Equity and Expungement Dec 30, 2019

In this episode of High Expectations: Cannabis in Illinois, we break down what exactly the social equity component that became a major factor in legalizing marijuana in the state will mean for area communities and how pot convictions will be expunged in the new year.

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Reefer Rules: Where Pot Can Be Sold, Smoked and Grown in Illinois Dec 23, 2019

How law enforcement plans to tackle the upcoming legalization of recreational cannabis in Illinois.

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Recreational Cannabis in Illinois: From Seed to Sale Dec 16, 2019

In this episode of "High Expectations: Cannabis in Illinois," we take an in-depth look at how cannabis sold in dispensaries is grown, cultivated and purchased.

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