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The latest science and policy on cannabis use

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River to River, hosted by Ben Kieffer

Nebraska-based reporter Arthur Jones discusses the state's successful attempt at legalizing medical marijuana, though its legality depends on the outcome of ongoing legal challenges.

Then, Dr. Kevin Hill shares the latest research on cannabis use and its effects for medical treatment.

Guests:

  • Arthur Jones, multimedia reporter and producer, Nebraska Public Media News
  • Dr. Kevin Hill, director of addiction psychiatry and associate professor of psychiatry, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School
Ben Kieffer is the host of IPR's River to River
Caitlin Troutman is a talk show producer for Iowa Public Radio. She holds a bachelor's degree from William Jewell College. Since 2022, Troutman has worked with IPR's talk team to bring news and features to IPR's listening audience.
Samantha McIntosh is a talk show producer for Iowa Public Radio. She holds a bachelor's degree from St. Cloud State University. Since 2022, McIntosh has worked with IPR's talk team to bring news and features to IPR's listening audience.