16. He Built a Jam Band Community… Then the Cops Kicked His Door In (Dan Klock, Mysterytrain)

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Across The Table, host James Finochio sits down with Dan Klock, founder of Mysterytrain and owner of Nature’s Reward, for an honest conversation about music, community, and the long-term consequences of cannabis laws.Dan shares how Mysterytrain began in 2007 as a cover band and evolved into an original project rooted in live events and community-driven experiences. He talks about organizing festivals, building spaces where people actually connect, and why DIY music scenes matter—especially outside the mainstream.The conversation also dives into Dan’s experience with cannabis cultivation, the legal case that changed his life, and what it’s like to navigate an industry where legalization came after real damage was done. James and Dan unpack the differences between THC, CBD, and THCA, the importance of product quality, and the challenges small operators continue to face as the cannabis industry becomes more regulated and commercialized.This episode explores resilience, creativity, and what it means to keep building—even when the system isn’t designed to support you.Guest Links Mystery Train (Facebook): https://www.facebook.com/groups/433289066743610/ Nature’s Reward (CBD): https://www.naturesreward.org/Support the show