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Sabrina Bousbar, Candidate for US Congress Florida District 13, is in the Rotation May 24, 2026

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An emergency preparedness expert and public servant who served in the Biden administration, Sabrina Bousbar is an effective problem solver who answers the call in times of crisis. Born and raised in Pinellas, Sabrina is the daughter of Colombian and Moroccan immigrants. Passionate about our community’s resiliency, Sabrina volunteered at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium and earned a Master’s degree in Emergency & Disaster Management from Georgetown University specializing in mitigation, preparedness, and recovery. As senior advisor to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services’ Administration, Sabrina served on the team responsible for the nation’s handling of disasters and public health emergencies. During the pandemic, Sabrina worked with federal, state, and local agencies to deliver direct relief to millions of Americans, including access to life-saving vaccines and supplies. Sabrina is running for Congress so everyone has the freedom to thrive in healthy, safe communities. That’s why Latino Victory, Florida College Democrats, organized labor, and trusted leaders have endorsed her people-first campaign. In Congress, Sabrina will deliver for reproductive rights, protect our democracy, and fight for the future we deserve.

Anna Eskamani, FL State Rep District 42, is in the Rotation May 24, 2026

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Anna is a bold and unapologetic fighter for Florida families and every day people. Born and raised in Orlando she’s the daughter of working class immigrants who came to Florida from Iran in search of the American Dream. Anna went to Orange County Public Schools and then to the University of Central Florida. She earned dual degrees as an undergrad and graduate student, works as a works as a nonprofit professional and completed her PhD in Public Administration this year from UCF. A bridge builder, Anna flipped her legislative seat in 2018 and won her re-election by an overwhelming majority in 2020 and 2022. She made history as the first Iranian-American elected to any public office in Florida and has championed critical issues like housing affordability, tax breaks for working families, environmental protection, equality for all, funding for public schools, human trafficking and sexual assault prevention, and support of arts and culture funding. A track record of kind sacrifice, endless hard work, and iron-clad values, Anna is known across the state and nation as a leader who is unbothered, unbossed, and committed to the people of Florida. Anna is bringing her passion for helping people to Tallahassee and you can learn more about her and her work by visiting www.annaforflorida.com.

Republicans Sen. Jeff Brandes & Jason Beck in the Rotation May 20, 2026

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Let’s celebrate the fourth early The Rotation way-bipartisan and highly patriotic! We The People celebrate the first amendment, every one that came after it and the ones that might just be codified! Some Day! Today we welcome to great libertarians of the right things to talk about- Senator Jeff Brandes, who put out the most sane implementation bills of Amendment 2(2016) and Jason Beck who helped to tame the Wild West that is California(well, sort off it’s still a little out of control. Not that that’s a bad thing..) Senator Jeff Brandes A highly respected and accomplished leader who served in the Florida Legislature from 2010 to 2022. He represented District 24, which covered a majority of Pinellas County, and was known for his innovative and independent policy-making. Throughout his tenure, he consistently advocated for solutions to address Florida's most challenging issues. Brandes is a strong advocate for free market principles and has worked to reduce regulations and taxes to promote business development in Florida. He is a vocal supporter of cutting-edge technologies and has played a vital role in the state's advancing self-driving vehicles, rideshare, and other emerging technologies. For over a decade, he has hosted the Florida Automated Vehicle Summit, which assembles industry leaders from around the country to address transportation technologies, operations, and policy issues. He is a veteran, having served as an Army officer in the 101st Airborne Division in Iraq. This experience gave him a unique perspective on leadership and public service. He has also been an advocate for prison reform and worked to increase public safety through improvements in the criminal justice system. The former Senator continues to be an expert leader in property insurance reform. Brandes is a business owner and serves on the boards of several community organizations. Senator Brandes lives in St. Petersburg and is dedicated to making Florida a better place to live, work, and raise a family. Since leaving office, he has founded the Florida Policy Project, a not-for-profit, non-partisan organization that researches best practices and better outcomes in housing affordability, property insurance, criminal justice, and transportation. The Florida Policy Project is working to impact state policy-making on these pillars. Jason Beck Better known as "The Highest Republican", Jason is the host of High at 9 News which brings the latest developments in Cannabis Policy & Culture from around the country in a daily news program based out of California each weekday morning at 9am PT.

Tom Quigley and Pete Sessa Jump in the Rotation May 20, 2026

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During the medical cannabis movement in Florida Tom Quigley and Pete Sessa used to run the Florida Cannabis Coalition. As a matter of fact Carlos worked for them for many years. Together they advocated for medical marijuana only dreaming of a day where they could advocate for Adult Use. Now Tom runs a few successful hemp companies, including the popular coffee shop Chill Cawfee, and Pete runs an event series which includes psychedelics with its message of legalization. Reunited at long last they will reminisce of the past and discuss the future of cannabis in Florida.

Adult Use Activists from California & Nevada; Christopher LaPorte, Jason Beck, and Mark Cohen; Ju… May 20, 2026

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This week we continue our discussion on Amendment 3 by hearing about lessons learned in adopting adult use by activists on the frontlines in both California and Nevada who can share their own experiences after their states legalized it. Christopher LaPorte As managing partner at the consulting firm, RESET, he brings his hospitality background to the cannabis industry. A Rutgers College graduate, he made his mark in 2011 when he opened INSERT COIN(S) video game lounge in Las Vegas. Earning him multiple business awards and features in Bloomberg Businessweek & Entrepreneur Magazine. He seeks to normalize cannabis culture in the same way he brought video game culture to Las Vegas. Jason Beck Better known as "The Highest Republican", Jason is the host of High at 9 News which brings the latest developments in Cannabis Policy & Culture from around the country in a daily news program based out of California each weekday morning at 9am PT. Mark Cohen With a background in commercial real estate, Mark seeks to bring his own brand of franchised social use lounges known as Bud's Place to Nevada and beyond. Mark is a well-respected source and influencer in recruiting when it comes to the following key issues: employer branding, diversity recruitment, targeted minority hiring, compliance, good faith efforts, corporate community outreach and best practices in recruitment advertising.

Siesta G is in the Rotation May 20, 2026

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Shai and Brandon are Co-Owners of Siesta G! A bit of word play on account of the fact that Brandon was featured in the famous MTV reality show named Siesta Key. It's not all about Hollywood with these guys though. Brandon and Shai not only run a top-notch Hemp Dispensary, but they are also Hemp Advocates Extraordinaires.... they work closely with Healthy Hemp Alternatives to keep legal access to hemp alive both in Florida and nationally. But they also do a great deal of their own grassroots efforts. So, is Desantis going to veto the hemp bill? Will big cannabis succeed in ending the hemp industry! Should we support Amendment 3 when it comes to hemp? All questions we will ask in this week's show. SHAI ORTIZ | COO Shai Ortiz is the COO of Siesta G, a Cannabis Hemp Company in Florida, where she handles most of the business operations. She is also an advocate for the medical and recreational benefits of cannabis, working with state and local organizations to promote its safe use. Her experience in the industry has earned her a reputation as an expert in business marketing, digital sales, retail operations, product development, production, and more. Her passion for helping people understand the benefits of cannabis has also led her to become a strong advocate for minority and women-owned businesses in the industry. She believes in providing quality products that promote health and wellness. Her company specializes in creating high-grade, organic CBD products derived from hemp plants that are sustainably grown on small farms throughout the United States. BRANDON GOMES | CEO Brandon Gomes, better known as BG, has always been destined for success. BG got his big break on MTV's hit series Siesta Key. That show put him on the map, and ever since then, he's been working hard to build his brand. BG is more than just an actor - he's also a serial entrepreneur and cannabis activist. He knows that cannabis has a lot of stigmas, but he's determined to change that through his leadership efforts. He believes the people behind the brand should display authenticity and empower one another. Brandon Gomes is an individual who walks his talk by not being afraid to be an openly successful cannabis user while still ambitiously pursuing goals such as becoming a law-abiding business owner in the cannabis industry. Through his experience in music, acting, and modeling, BG has always held cannabis close to his success. He knows that it can help improve the quality of life for everyone, and he plans to share that message with the world.

Sean Shaw, Candidate for Hillsborough County Commission, Jumps into the Rotation May 20, 2026

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Rodney W. Jacobs, Jr., Candidate for FL State Senate District 35, Jumps into the Rotation May 20, 2026

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Rodney W. Jacobs, Jr. is the son of a 30-year Army Veteran, proud husband, and father of two. For nearly ten years he has been City Executive for the City of Miami. As the Executive Director of the City of Miami Civilian Investigative Panel (CIP), a police oversight department in the City of Miami, Rodney’s purpose is to conduct independent Investigations of police officers involved in misconduct. In his department leads all operations and investigations. Rodney is a Captain in the United States Army Reserve (USAR). In 2016, he branched as a Military Intelligence Officer. After branching, he served as the S2 Officer in Charge at the 436th Civil Affairs Battalion in Sanford, FL, until. Later, he attended the U.S. Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School (USAJFKSWCS) at Fort Liberty, NC, to re-branch as a Civil Affairs Officer. Rodney now serves as the Headquarters and Headquarters Company Commander for the 436th Civil Affairs Battalion where he commands over 100 soldiers. There he also counsels and advises key leaders on government, economics, safety, health and social remedies/policies. Rodney is a lecturer and adjunct professor at the Florida International University (FIU), Steven J. Green School of International & Public Affairs, teaching courses in Criminal Justice, Law, and Public Administration. Rodney completed his B.A. from Hiram College in 2012, a master’s degree in Public Health and Public Administration from the University of Miami in 2020. And earned his Law Degree from the University of Dayton School of Law in 2015. He serves on the executive board as Vice Chair of Engage Miami which promotes Civic Leadership and engagement, while supporting youth civic training for personal and professional development. Also, efficiently mobilizes resources for innovation and a positive change within the legal, health, and policing profession through his leadership positions with the United Way of Miami, Miami-Dade and the National Association of Civilian Oversight of Law Enforcement (NACOLE). Further, with his dynamic skills and versatile understanding of the legal landscape he is a noted speaker, and columnist to multiple organizations on policing, law, health and society throughout the country. He lives in Miramar with his two children and his beautiful wife Ramona Jacobs, MBA, who is a proud HBCU graduate from Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU), contemporary dance instructor, and elementary school educator.

Bree Wallace, Candidate for FL State House District 66, Jumps into the Rotation May 20, 2026

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Bree Wallace is a local Tampa activist running for State House District 66. Bree has lived in the area for over 20 years and graduated with a degree in Communications and Sociology from USF. After school she volunteered and then started working with a local abortion fund and is now the Director of Case Management. In August 2023 Bree started the Tampa Period Pantry which gives out free menstrual hygiene products and has expanded to 9 locations as of now. She believes everyone deserves leaders who sincerely care about them and understand the issues they face.

Juliana Whitney CEO Cannabis Business Consultant at Cann Strategy Jumps into the Rotation Nov 10, 2024

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Juliana Whitney, is the founder of cannabis business strategy firm Cann Strategy. With a Master's degree in Business Administration, specializing in New Venture Development, she has unlocked the potential of budding ventures in the cannabis industry since 2015. In 2024 she was appointed as the Chair of the Advisory Board for the official Cannabis Hall of Fame (R) inside Cannabition at Planet 13 Las Vegas. Her journey in the industry began with a critical role in the pioneering team of the first medical marijuana dispensary in Las Vegas. Here, she honed her skills in customer relations, inventory management, sales, operating procedures, and training. She navigated the rough regulatory waters of operations, identified the gaps in industry performance, excelled in serving cannabis consumers, and fine-tuned operational efficiencies. These experiences opened her eyes to the multifaceted challenges confronting new cannabis ventures. Fired up to make a bigger impact, Juliana ventured into cannabis business consulting in 2016. Since then, she has commanded teams of industry mavens to secure competitive licensing and foster industry-leading cannabis ventures. Among her notable achievements is launching the first ever dispensary owned by Deep Roots Harvest, now a vertically integrated operation with seven dispensary locations; developing the training program that Planet 13 Holdings - a multi-state publicly traded cannabis company with operations in Nevada, California, Illinois and Florida, and owner of the largest dispensary in the world - has used to train 500+ of its dispensary employees; and helping Southern Crop obtain the first ever medical cannabis business licenses in Mississippi. As a recognized authority in the field, Juliana has graced numerous industry podcasts and news outlets. She's a sought-after speaker, having shared her insights on business success, marketing, and branding at platforms like the G4 Live Convention in Las Vegas, the Cleveland School of Cannabis, and Cannadelic Miami. Bold, assertive, and influential, Juliana Whitney is a force to reckon with in the cannabis industry.

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