Episode notes

We are chatting with the one and only Tommy Chong! Best known for such films as “Up in Smoke”, “Still Smokin”, and “Nice Dreams” as part of the legendary Cheech and Chong duo. Tommy takes us on an exciting ride through various seasons of his amazing journey. In this first of a 2-part series, tune in as Tommy tells us about his humble beginnings in Calgary, Alberta, starting a band and moving to Vancouver, working with Berry Gordy and Motown, and meeting Cheech Marin. He also shares his thoughts on the Black Lives Matter movement, a conversation with Herbie Hancock, and the power of embracing the “hippie” character on multiple films. This is just the tip of the iceberg in Tommy’s extraordinary journey; and stay tuned for the 2nd part of this great conversation to be released real soon!