Marijuana’s legalization in the United States wasn’t the result of one movement—it was an unintended consequence of history. In this Inside American Politics episode, host Bradley Teller takes you on a deep dive through nearly a century of cultural battles, political protests, medical breakthroughs, and shifting laws. Discover how Prohibition sparked America’s first cannabis market, how activists and patients fought for access, and how today’s legalization debates pit personal freedom against corporate and government control. Powered by Skoob’s AI-powered Short Podcast platform, this Skoob Podcast blends compelling storytelling with sharp political insight, making it a must-hear for any US Podcast listener. Whether you’re curious about history, policy, or the future of cannabis, this AI podcast reveals the twists and turns that shaped America’s marijuana story.

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Timestamps:

(0:00) The Unintended Consequence

(1:07) When Alcohol Prohibition Created a Cannabis Nation

(3:40) From Peace Pipes to Pentagon Protests

(5:49) Love, Loss, and Legal Medicine

(8:24) The Cartel Economics of Prohibition

(10:31) Your Job, Your Joint, and the Law

(12:37) Should Uncle Sam Become Your Dealer?

(14:44) The Basement Botanists Battle

(17:07) Closing: The Continuing Revolution