Media Morning Explained: Why Policy, Press, and Cannabis Intersect

Media Morning is a dedicated segment of the Kentucky Cannabis Conference designed to ensure accurate, responsible reporting on cannabis policy, programs, and public health in Kentucky. This unique portion of the conference brings journalists and media professionals into direct contact with subject-matter experts, patient advocates, regulators, and other stakeholders, creating an environment for informed dialogue that is rarely available elsewhere.

In a rapidly evolving cannabis landscape, accurate information is critical. Policy changes, medical cannabis implementation, and public health considerations often intersect in ways that are complex and nuanced. Media Morning provides journalists with the context, expertise, and access needed to report on these developments responsibly, reducing the likelihood of misinformation and speculation in public coverage.

Sessions cover a variety of topics, including the latest updates on regulatory frameworks, patient access, clinical considerations, and community impact. Journalists have the opportunity to ask questions directly, hear from multiple perspectives, and better understand the real-world effects of policy decisions.

Media Morning is invitation-based and takes place on the Expo Floor prior to general programming, creating a focused and interactive setting. The session underscores the conference’s commitment to transparency, informed discourse, and collaboration across sectors.

By facilitating direct engagement between the press and the people shaping Kentucky’s cannabis ecosystem, Media Morning strengthens the public conversation. Attendees and the wider community benefit from reporting that is fact-based, contextually rich, and rooted in the realities of the Commonwealth’s evolving cannabis landscape.

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Media Morning at KY Canna Con is a unique opportunity for organizations and journalists to engage directly with Kentucky’s cannabis experts, advocates, and policymakers.

👉 Partner With KY Canna Con to support accurate, responsible reporting and showcase your commitment to informed cannabis policy.

For media inquiries, press access, or to learn more about Media Morning participation:

✉️ Contact the KY NORML Media Team at info@kynorml.org to get the latest information and coordinate your coverage.

Be part of shaping Kentucky’s cannabis conversation—through responsible journalism, expert insight, and strategic collaboration.