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Oct 2nd, 2024 - The phrase "getting high" carries with it a weight of historical stigma and cultural misunderstanding, yet simultaneously, holds a sense of joy and discovery for those who partake in cannabis. For decades, society's perception of "getting high" was marred by misinformation, fear, and propaganda, which has distorted our cultural understanding of cannabis and its potential benefits. Today, as we work to lift cannabis to its rightful place as a valuable component of wellness, we face a ... [Read More]
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Sep 30th, 2024 - I've spent a total of 18 years of my life in Oklahoma. My intro to cannabis was here, at 17. Flash forward ten years and my kids and I are attending a small-town health and wellness fair at our local library. Chip Paul was someone I had never heard of, but after meeting his wife Cindy there, and learning about him and his work, I got goosebumps and knew I needed to talk with him. Growing Up Hippy His early years are exactly what you'd expect for a child of the 60's. You had the government ... [Read More]
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Sep 28th, 2024 - Hope you didn't (or did) just light one up because I have a pop quiz for you. What is the longest running cannabis rights festival? Answer: The Great Midwest Hemp Fest! The Great Midwest Hemp Fest is a non-profit organization with a mission to educate voters and advocate for change in Wisconsin's legislation surrounding THC laws. Their goal is to deliver educational resources and awareness about the positive effects of THC legalization in Wisconsin. Ben Masel, Founder, Yippie and cannabis ... [Read More]
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Sep 23rd, 2024 - Over 1.3 million Virginians have reported using cannabis in the past month, a testament to the growing acceptance and demand for the plant. Despite this surge in usage, the landscape of Virginia's cannabis industry remains starkly limited, with only five major cannabis licenses permitted per current statute. The Current State of Virginia Cannabis These licenses permit the holder to operate six total retail locations and offer unlimited cultivation and processing capacity, all within a ... [Read More]
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Sep 16th, 2024 - Australia's relationship with cannabis has been rocky, marked by periods of strict prohibition and incremental steps toward legalization. For decades, cannabis was viewed through a lens of criminality and danger, leading to severe penalties for its use, production, and possession. However, the tides have been slowly changing, driven by global trends and local activism pushing for reform. Historical Context of Cannabis in Australia Cannabis was first prohibited in Australia in the 1920s, ... [Read More]
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Sep 16th, 2024 - When I was younger, I was diagnosed with ADHD and I always had difficulty focusing on tasks in front of me. When I became a teenager, my mom tried to teach me how to meditate to improve my focus but I had difficulty sitting down for more than a few minutes. After graduating college, I got my first job at a tech company and the CEO was big into meditation. Every few weeks, we would all sit and meditate together and after the meditations, my co-workers would talk about how peaceful it was, ... [Read More]
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Sep 11th, 2024 - Authenticity. This word is baked into the ethos of cannabis businesses of all sizes. On its surface, authenticity's meaning has become obscure, overshadowed by companies enacting unethical practices, misusing and misrepresenting the word to claim to be something they're not. However, all is not lost. For businesses dedicated to authenticity, constructing these experiences comes naturally– building trust with customers, all while staying true to their impactful missions that service ... [Read More]
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Sep 10th, 2024 - I knew I should have left months before I did... the warning signs were all there. I was becoming a version of myself I no longer recognized or enjoyed but I just couldn't find it in me to put an end to this relationship that I KNEW was so toxic, so unhealthy for me. To throw in the towel could only mean "failure", right? And what if (WHAT IF?!) things could be different this time? How could I know if I didn't just push through? The warning signs were all there, right in front of my face ... [Read More]
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Sep 2nd, 2024 - The Scene: Flower Expo 2024 The rolling green hills of Western Massachusetts welcomed the cannabis community in June for what has quickly come to be a favorite event for operators across the state. In only its second year, the Flower Expo was held on June 5-6 at the idyllic Franklin County Fairgrounds in Greenfield, MA. The event focuses on connecting Massachusetts cannabis buyers to saleable product, and allowing organic space and time for deals to happen. CEO Eric Bello says they ... [Read More]
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Sep 2nd, 2024 - The birth of a child, or in my case, two (as I had twins), is supposed to be an exciting time, right? Well, it can also be the onset of trauma and a multitude of health issues. But no one wants to talk about that. My story is one of postpartum depression and anxiety, and how these issues led to alcoholism and self-medicating. But it's also the origin story of not only my journey to healing and sobriety, but my journey to become an entrepreneur and social justice advocate in the cannabis ... [Read More]
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