Joshua Kappel - Psilocybin Policies: Crafting Colorado's Psychedelic Framework

Sep 30, 2024

Joshua Kappel, a founding partner of Vicente LLP and co-author of Colorado's Proposition 122, shares his insights into psychedelic policy reform. He discusses the journey from cannabis law to crafting a legal framework for psilocybin in Colorado. Kappel dives into the licensing process for facilitators and the importance of community-based healing, emphasizing accessibility and responsible regulation. He also touches on the evolving landscape of psychedelic policies across the U.S., with a focus on initiatives in Colorado and beyond.

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Intro

00:00 • 4min

A Journey Through Drug Policy Reform

04:12 • 8min

Crafting Colorado's Psychedelics Framework

12:31 • 28min

Navigating Psychedelic Regulations in Colorado

40:11 • 16min

Exploring Psychedelic Policy Changes Across the United States

55:41 • 5min

Advocating for Psilocybin Legalization: Ballot Initiatives and Community Engagement

01:00:11 • 2min

Concluding Reflections on Psychedelic Policy and Community Engagement

01:02:30 • 2min

In this episode of The Psychedelic Podcast, Paul F. Austin welcomes Joshua Kappel, a founding partner of Vicente LLP and co-author of Colorado's Proposition 122, the Natural Medicine Health Act.

Find episode links, summary, and transcript here: https://thethirdwave.co/podcast/episode-269-joshua-kappel-esq/?ref=278

Joshua shares his journey from cannabis law to psychedelic policy reform, detailing the groundbreaking aspects of Colorado's legislation.

He discusses the nuances of becoming a licensed psychedelic facilitator, regulations for healing centers, and the state's approach to manufacturing and cultivation.

Joshua also explores the broader landscape of psychedelic policy reform across the United States, offering insights into potential future developments and the challenges faced by the emerging industry.

Joshua Kappel is a founding partner of Vicente LLP with a passion for helping entrepreneurs and visionaries build human-centric and regenerative companies in the cannabis and psychedelic industries. Joshua co-authored Colorado's Proposition 122, the Natural Medicine Health Act, and served as chair of the campaign committee for Natural Medicine Colorado. He helped draft Colorado's Amendment 64, the first state measure to legalize cannabis for all adults. Joshua is a founding board member of the Microdosing Collective and serves as a founding member of the Psychedelic Bar Association. He is recognized by his peers in Best Lawyers in America for his work in cannabis law and was repeatedly named one of "Denver's Top Lawyers" by 5280 Magazine.

Highlights:

Joshua's background in cannabis law and transition to psychedelic policy
Key components of Colorado's Natural Medicine Health Act
Details on becoming a licensed psychedelic facilitator in Colorado
Regulations for psychedelic healing centers and service locations
Manufacturing and cultivation licenses for psychedelic products
Outlook on psychedelic policy reform in other states

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