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Freedom By Another Name: Featuring Mary Bailey
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In this episode of Finding Fearless, Madeline interviews Mary Bailey, co-founder and managing director of the Last Prisoner Project (LPP). They discuss cannabis industry opportunities alongside the persisting issue of cannabis-related incarcerations. Mary shares her journey from event production in Hawaii to becoming an advocate for cannabis justice. The episode highlights LPP's work, aiming for the release of cannabis prisoners and promoting a socially conscious industry. Mary's story includes partnerships with artists like Damian Marley and Jim Belushi and emphasizes storytelling as a tool for change.
00:43 Guest Introduction: Mary Bailey of The Last Prisoner Project
03:23 Mary Bailey's Background and Journey
04:38 The Impact of Cannabis Criminalization
07:55 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
11:10 Building the Last Prisoner Project
13:43 The Story of Richard DeLisi
22:48 The Ongoing Fight for Justice
31:40 The Profit Motive Behind Legalization
32:18 Balancing Advocacy and Privilege
33:03 Survivor's Guilt and Personal Mission
34:59 Building Community and Coalition
36:12 Leveraging Celebrity Platforms
37:45 Advocacy in Action: Lobbying and Vigils
41:36 The Importance of Rescheduling
44:32 Empowering Local Advocacy
50:33 The Future of Cannabis Industry
56:46 Calls to Action and Final Thoughts
Connect with Mary Bailey:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-bailey-0111a8146/
https://www.lastprisonerproject.org/
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