Iowa’s First CBD Store Owner: Lacie’s Journey Through Advocacy, Arrest, and Resilience
Cali Sober Mom30 Okt 2024

Iowa’s First CBD Store Owner: Lacie’s Journey Through Advocacy, Arrest, and Resilience

In this episode, we dive deep into the cannabis industry, legislation, and personal stories with our special guest, Lacie, owner of several Sun Med CBD stores in Des Moines, Iowa. Lacie shares her compelling journey, from being a trailblazer in the CBD market to facing legal battles, including a dramatic SWAT team arrest that turned her life upside down. Despite the intense pressure, Lacie’s resilience and unwavering commitment to the cannabis community shine through, offering valuable lessons and insights for anyone interested in the intersection of motherhood, cannabis, and advocacy. Tune in to hear about the highs and lows of pioneering in an often misunderstood industry and the ongoing fight for reasonable cannabis legislation. Don't miss out on this powerful conversation that highlights the strength and determination of mothers everywhere.

00:00 Evolution of CBD store amidst shifting perceptions.

03:59 Opened cautious hemp business; arrested December 2019.

07:11 Attorneys advised shop stay open during incident.

10:34 Chosen to criminalize industry; rejected plea offers.

13:03 Women are emotionally strong and resilient.

19:16 Grateful, endured legal battles due to unfair laws.

20:36 Raise awareness, unite against harmful legislation.

25:29 Holistic medicine preferred over Western medicine.

27:54 Visit Lacey, support Sunmed, Iowa. Get involved.

Lacie's SunMed CBD Stores

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