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Maria Scruggs Jumps in The Rotation Jun 10, 2026

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The Rotation Podcast – Live with Mayoral Candidate Maria L. Scruggs Sunday, March 8th at 11 AM This Sunday on The Rotation Podcast, the crew at Suncoast NORML welcomes a special guest stepping into the studio — Maria L. Scruggs, candidate for Mayor of St. Petersburg. Born and raised in St. Pete, Maria Scruggs has spent decades serving her community through leadership, public service, and advocacy. From making history as the first African American Homecoming Queen at Northeast High School to building a career in law enforcement and criminal justice administration, Maria’s story is deeply rooted in the city she now hopes to lead. Currently serving as a Jail Administrator overseeing major pretrial and community corrections programs, Maria has spent nearly two decades commuting to Orlando while continuing to invest her time and energy back into the St. Petersburg community. She is also the founder of the Phyllis Wheatley Rise to Read Campaign, an initiative focused on tackling literacy challenges in Pinellas County and ensuring that every child in St. Petersburg has the opportunity to read at grade level. Throughout her career, Maria has led major community initiatives — from youth programs in Childs Park to health awareness campaigns that have helped save lives through breast cancer education. Her leadership has touched education, civil rights advocacy, public health, and neighborhood development. On this episode of The Rotation, we’ll talk with Maria about her vision for St. Petersburg, the challenges facing the city, her decades of community leadership, and what she believes the future of local leadership should look like. Join us live Sunday, March 8th at 11 AM as we put another important voice In The Rotation. Tune in, ask questions in the chat, and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share.

Sen. Carlos Guillermo Smith Jumps in The Rotation Jun 10, 2026

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The Rotation Podcast – Live This Sunday at 11AM Special Guest: Senator Carlos Guillermo Smith This Sunday, The Rotation gets political… Florida-style. Join Suncoast NORML live on Sunday, March 1st at 11AM as we welcome special guest Senator Carlos Guillermo Smith for a real, unfiltered conversation about cannabis policy in the Sunshine State — and the absolute cluster that is Florida politics. Senator Smith will be breaking down his home grow cannabis bill, what it actually means for Florida residents, and why the fight for common-sense cannabis reform continues to feel like pushing a blunt uphill in a hurricane. We’ll talk about what’s happening behind the scenes in Tallahassee, what advocates and voters need to know, and how we keep the momentum going despite the chaos. Expect honest discussion, a few laughs, and the kind of insider perspective you won’t hear on mainstream news. If you care about legalization, home grow rights, or just enjoy watching Florida politics try to make sense (good luck), this is an episode you don’t want to miss. Tune in live, jump in the comments, and be part of the conversation. You’re in The Rotation with Suncoast NORML.

Brian Nathan Jumps in The Rotation Jun 10, 2026

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The Rotation Podcast – Featuring Brian Nathan Hosted by Suncoast NORML We’re sitting down with Brian Nathan, Navy veteran, union leader, electrician, and candidate for Florida State Senate District 14. From serving his country in the U.S. Navy to leading workers as a foreman with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers and helping guide IBEW Local 915, Brian has built his life around service, solidarity, and standing up for working families. Now he’s running for the Florida Senate to fight for: Good-paying jobs Safer worksites Affordable housing Quality public education Practical, working-class leadership in Tallahassee We’ll talk about what it means to bring “steel-toed integrity” to Florida politics, how union values translate into public service, and what District 14 voters can expect if he heads to the Capitol. As always, we’ll also dive into how state leadership impacts cannabis policy, criminal justice reform, and personal freedom here in Florida — because policy doesn’t happen in a vacuum. Streaming live across platforms Like, comment, subscribe, and join the conversation If you care about the future of Florida, working families, and smart reform — this is an episode you don’t want to miss. See you Sunday at 11. 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6751881012314112

Brandt Robinson Jumps in The Rotation Jun 10, 2026

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Brandt Robinson is a community organizer, educator, and unapologetic advocate for justice who believes politics should be about people, not power. Rooted in grassroots activism, Brandt has spent years standing up to extremism, defending public education, and fighting for civil rights when they’re under attack. He’s running for Congress to take on the affordability crisis, protect healthcare and social safety nets, and deliver real environmental justice—while actually listening to the people he represents. When powerful interests try to silence teachers, ban books, or roll back hard-won freedoms, Brandt shows up and pushes back. Brandt Robinson isn’t running to play the game. He’s running to change it—focused on The Things That Matter and accountable to the community every step of the way.

Clifton Nicholas Jumps in The Rotation Jun 03, 2026

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Clifton Arihwakehte Nicholas is à Kanienkehaka (Mohawk) filmmaker and activist. He opened the first indigenous and independent recreational cannabis dispensary in Quebec called Smoke Signals 6 months prior to Canadian legalization of cannabis. Currently he owns and operates a small cannabis dispensary in the Mohawk community of Kanehsatake northwest of Montreal called The Green Devil.

Javier Hasse Jumps into the Rotation Jun 03, 2026

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Javier Hasse is a seasoned reporter and author with over a decade of experience focusing on cannabis, hemp, CBD and psychedelics. He currently serves as Editor-in-Chief of High Times Magazine and CEO of the Spanish-language news site El Planteo, which he co-founded. He is also Co-Founder of IgniteIt Inc., a new media and events company built by the team behind Benzinga Cannabis, and a Senior Contributor at Forbes. He previously served as Managing Director of Cannabis at Benzinga. His work has appeared in major outlets like CNN, Rolling Stone, MarketWatch, Playboy, Chicago Tribune, CNBC, Yahoo Finance and Entrepreneur Magazine. In December 2024, Javier was honored with the prestigious Cannabis Journalist of the Year award at the Emjays International Cannabis Awards, recognizing his significant contributions to the industry. Named among the High Times 100 most influential people in cannabis, he has appeared on numerous other notable lists and earned multiple accolades for his impactful reporting. A Billboard-charting rapper and author of two books about cannabis entrepreneurism and cannabinoids, Javier is a passionate advocate for the cannabis and psychedelics industries. He lives in Argentina. Javier’s first book, Start Your Own Cannabis Business, became an Amazon #1 bestseller, and his latest book, A Guide to Medical Cannabis: Your Roadmap to Understanding and Using Cannabis and CBD for Health, was published in November 2024 by Hachette Publishing's Sheldon Press. In December 2024, Javier was honored with the prestigious Cannabis Journalist of the Year award at the Emjays International Cannabis Awards, recognizing his significant contributions to the industry. Named among the High Times 100 most influential people in cannabis, he has appeared on numerous other notable lists and earned multiple accolades for his impactful reporting. A member of the Rolling Stone Culture Council and a Billboard-charting rapper, Javier is a passionate advocate for the cannabis and psychedelics industries.

Fentrice Driskell, FL House Democratic Caucus Leader Jumps in The Rotation Jun 03, 2026

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Rep. Fentrice Driskell was elected to the Florida House in November 2018. Leader Driskell proudly represents Florida’s 67th House District in the Florida House of Representatives. The district includes parts of Hillsborough County, including the Branchton, Thonotosassa, and Mango areas, up to the New Tampa, Tampa Palms areas, west to Temple Terrace, and the University of South Florida. Driskell's role as the Democratic Leader in the Florida House enables her to lead the fight for the House Democratic Caucus in The Florida Capitol. Previously, Leader Driskell was a clerk for the Honorable Anne C. Conway of the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida. She worked as an attorney with the Carlton Fields law firm, and served as president of the George Edgecomb Bar Association. She now is a Partner at Swope, Rodante P.A. Leader Driskell served as the Policy Chair on the House Democratic Caucus’ Leadership Team for the 2020-2022 Legislative Term. While still the Democratic Leader for the 2024-2026 term, Leader Driskell also serves on the Budget Committee as a Democratic Ranking Member and on the Security & Threat Assessment Committee. Leader Driskell holds a B.A. in Government from Harvard University and a J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center. Rep. Driskell lives in North Tampa, and in her free time, she enjoys cooking, reading, spending time with family, and traveling.

Angie Roullier Jumps into the Rotation Jun 03, 2026

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Author of Budtender’s Blueprint.... Angie Roullier stands out by combining over 15 years of personal experience with cannabis for her medical condition (Charcot-Marie-Tooth) and extensive industry work, offering practical, science-backed education through books and advocacy that breaks down cannabis for both consumers and retail professionals. Her books offer a treasure trove of research, graphs, and personal stories that cover everything from the basics of cannabinoids to how medical cannabis can work in the real world.

Christopher Irizarry for Congress Jumps into the Rotation Jun 03, 2026

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Chris Irizarry is a U.S. Army veteran and retired CIA officer who has dedicated 24 years of his life to serving our country and defending freedoms domestically and abroad. Born and raised in South Florida, Chris graduated from Florida Atlantic University and would go on to enlist in the Army the following year. Chris served as a UH-60 Blackhawk mechanic and technical inspector with tours in South Korea, Germany, North Carolina, and Colorado. Chris also deployed for a peacekeeping mission in Kosovo. Following his time in the Army, Chris joined CIA. Chris worked supporting operations in counterproliferation and counterintelligence, and served in area of operations such as Central Asia, North Africa, the Middle East, and Europe. Chris retired from CIA in 2024 and is a candidate for U.S. House of Representatives, Florida’s 12th Congressional District.

Dr Joseph Rosado Jumps into the Rotation Jun 03, 2026

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Over the last several months, national and local media outlets have published increasingly dramatic stories warning of an alleged rise in “scromiting”—a slang term combining “screaming” and “vomiting”—and linking it directly to Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS). These stories have fueled public confusion, political alarmism, and a wave of misunderstanding about both CHS and cannabis use. But here’s the truth: CHS is real, but the way it is being portrayed is neither scientifically accurate nor medically responsible. And “scromiting” is not a medical diagnosis. As advocates for evidence-based cannabis policy, Suncoast NORML believes the public deserves accurate information—not sensational headlines. Dr Joseph Rosado, MD is one of the world’s most respected medical authorities on cannabis as plant-based medicine. With over four decades of experience as a healthcare professional, he’s built a career anchored in family tradition and driven by a desire to help his patients and community. Let’s set the record straight on scromiting with one of our favorite cannabis doctors 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6751881012314112

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