How I Became A Pot King | Big Twig

Big Twig reveals how body building leads him into the world of cannabis where he eventually gets caught up with the criminal justice system. Thanks, Cheech & Chong, for sponsoring this episode! Go to https://heycruisechews.com/locked-in/?affid=1&s1=lockedin&s2=&s3=&s4=&s5=&click_id=dd20ac37393c4f32b174ee78a7a3ce25&utm_source=Podcast for 30% off. Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Connect with Big Twig: https://www.instagram.com/bigtwig_/?hl=en https://linktr.ee/bigtwig?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=7dc0ea9e-766f-4472-af6e-bb26e062d639 Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co Buy Merch: https://lockedinbrand.com Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your order Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:04:54 - Energy Drink Benefits and Moderation 00:09:31 - Growing Up in New Hartford, Connecticut 00:14:09 - The Importance of Trusting Your Intuition 00:19:13 - From the Basement to Bodybuilding and Fitness 00:24:06 - Life After the Military 00:29:05 - The Drive to Better Myself and Build Something Great 00:34:04 - Changes in Life Goals 00:38:51 - Blinded by Instant Cash 00:43:49 - From Small-time Dealer to Cannabis Business 00:48:51 - A Dark Place 00:53:27 - Confronting a Thief and Seeking Justice 01:02:28 - The Police Investigation and Arrest 01:03:21 - The Arrest and Investigation 01:08:09 - False Charges and Unjust Treatment 01:13:04 - Legalization and the Criminal Justice System Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Listen to riveting life stories shared by a diverse array of individuals, guided by Ian Bick whose own stint in federal prison offers a unique viewpoint as host. In his captivating show, Ian connects with people from all walks of life, spanning former inmates, recovering addicts, law enforcement officers, legal experts, mental health specialists and those who've weathered traumatic experiences and failure. Through heartfelt dialogues, these resilient souls unveil their journeys, revealing the unyielding human spirit amid adversity. From confronting darkness to surmounting setbacks, their stories kindle hope, strength, and profound transformation, underscoring the limitless potential within each of us to overcome life's trials.