Controlled Burn

In this episode of Controlled Burn, Shane and Brandon go from parenting paranoia and GPS surveillance to one of the biggest questions looming over the cannabis industry right now: the DEA registration deadline. With June 22 approaching fast, operators are stuck navigating a mix of speculation, partial guidance, and very real potential consequences.We break down what’s actually known, what’s still unclear, and why waiting this out might not be the safest move. If you’re a grower, processor, or lab, this is one of those conversations you can’t afford to ignore.🔥 Topics include:The June 22 DEA registration deadline — what it means right nowWhat happens if you don’t register (and why no one really knows)How federal oversight could impact cannabis operators overnightSOPs, applications, and why this isn’t “just paperwork”The risk of waiting vs. the cost of acting now(00:00) Intro(00:55) Chaos, Kids, and Consequences(47:50) Breaking Down the DEA Deadline(56:38) MJ Unpacked(59:01) Hao Chen Network Federal Indictment(01:01:00) OMMA’s “Pesticide” Crackdown(01:04:48) Understanding Oklahoma Cannabis Policy Shifts(01:27:18) Outro💬 Are you registering or holding off? Drop your thoughts below.📬 For podcast questions or partnership inquiries: [email protected]

In this episode of Controlled Burn, Shane and Brandon dive into one of the most misunderstood (and underestimated) threats in cannabis: contamination. What starts as a conversation about tornado protocols and compliance quickly spirals into real-world lab mysteries, unexpected failures, and the tiny oversights that can cost brands everything. From air duster mishaps to mold hiding in plain sight, this episode is a masterclass in how contamination actually happens, and why it’s usually not where you think.🔥 Topics include:How “clean” processes still lead to failed resultsThe air duster incident that caused a butane contaminationHidden mold sources and why your environment matters more than you thinkWhy R&D testing is the difference between launching and losingThe reality of lab testing: what happens after your sample leaves your facility(0:00) Intro: The Reality of Sales(3:30) Severe Weather & Compliance Protocols(6:17)  How Labs Test the Unknown(13:11 ) How Labs Find Hidden Contamination Sources(32:32) MJ Unpacked(33:54) The Cannabis Rescheduling Rumors(37:45) OutroIf you’ve ever said “there’s no way this should fail”… this episode is for you.📣 Got a contamination horror story? Drop it in the comments.📬 For questions or partnerships: [email protected]