Welcome back to another episode of the Happy Munkey Podcast! :tada: Today, we dive into the inspiring journey of Sohan Bashar, a true hometown hero from Jamaica, Queens. Sohan is the proud CEO of Silk Road Dispensary and a shining example of the "Legacy to Legal" movement. Born and raised in Jamaica, Queens, Sohan's story is one of resilience, community building, and breaking stigmas in the cannabis industry.

Join us as we chat with Sohan about his path from the legacy market to becoming a CAURD License recipient. We explore the rich history behind Silk Road Dispensary, discuss the impact of cannabis culture on society, and gain valuable industry insights. Sohan opens up about the challenges and triumphs he faced while navigating the market and his vision for a more inclusive and legal cannabis community.

This episode is packed with authentic stories, heartfelt moments, and a deep dive into the cannabis community. Whether you're a cannabis enthusiast or just curious about the journey from legacy to legal, you won't want to miss this!

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CHAPTERS:0:00 - Intro3:29 - First Time Smoking Weed6:32 - Early Life in Jamaica, Queens8:25 - Getting Into the Cannabis Game11:42 - Parents' Reaction to Selling Weed13:23 - Hometown: Jamaica, Queens16:36 - Entering the Cannabis Industry18:56 - First Arrest Experience21:06 - Arrested & Time on Rikers Island25:26 - Discovering Bitcoin on Silk Road28:34 - Cryptocurrency Revolution35:54 - Facing Industry Hurdles38:39 - Reflecting on Past Decisions45:18 - How Being a Dad Changes Perspective49:47 - Talking to Kids About Cannabis51:25 - Educating Youth on Cannabis56:58 - Message to Cannabis Skeptics59:44 - Future in NY Cannabis Market1:04:24 - Final Words Before News1:07:58 - DEA Reschedules Cannabis1:15:19 - MedMen Bankruptcy1:19:50 - Capitalizing on 4/201:22:45 - Capitalizing on Events1:29:14 - Finding Silk Road Dispensary1:30:05 - The Loyal