Riana Tokes on NY: Part 1
Written By Riana Piccirillo
I started consuming and selling weed at the ripe age of 13. Yep, you read that right, 13. I have sold cannabis across this great state and even in some others. I found that cannabis truly took care of the anxiety and sleep issues that come along with having childhood post-traumatic stress disorder. It made me feel better, normal, if you will.
FLORA+BAST SEX Gummy Product Review
Written By Kellie Frederick
As the gummy did its thing, about 30 - 40 minutes after we ate them, the room took on a hazy glow, and a gentle hum of relaxation wrapped around me like a cozy blanket. All my senses were on full alert, making even the mundane sounds of the night seem like pillow talk. My lips tingled and I felt relaxed and at ease, sated. And then… there it was – a burst of laughter, spontaneous and infectious.
Something Stinks in Humboldt County, and It’s Not the Weed Farms
Written By Shelley Peebles
They have pooled their own resources and hired attorneys of their own. Recently, a judge ruled against them in their decision to allow Measure A to be put to a vote. Regardless of how misleading the initiative is, the judge ruled for it to go before the voters to decide the fate of Humboldt’s legal cannabis farms.
Balancing Acts: Kendama & Cannabis Moderation
Written By Rob Sanchez
The goal here, at least from my perspective, is to balance moderate cannabis use to appreciate the highs without relying on it like a vice for sleep, hunger, and vibes. For some, this may be simple. For others, like myself, it’s a little more interesting (read: challenging). To help with spacing out smoke sessions and pushing back the first smoke, dab, or edible of the day, I’ve been playing with skill toys.
How A Stroke Took Me On A Personal Journey to Entrepreneurship
Written By Adam Beltran
The residuals of the stroke and my involvement in the cannabis industry both came around the same time. While engaging in reading exercises for therapy, I came across articles that discussed individuals utilizing cannabis products to aid in addressing their personal difficulties. Intrigued by these accounts, I embarked on a personal journey to discover my own potential for success.
High Tea Humboldt: A Perfectly Curated Hash And Tea Pairing Event
Written By Shelley Peebles
The similarities between tea and hash are far more numerous than one might know or imagine. With a history rooted in culture, economy, and diversity, both have many common aspects. Just as hash is traditionally from a single cultivar, tea is traditionally one plant - oolong, white, yellow - with thousands of iterations within these categories (just like weed!).
Ego Clash and the Hash Culture
Written By Shelley Peebles
Ego Clash was being held in Hopland, California, about 2 hours from where I was staying. As I was walking to another event, someone mentioned that they were letting women into Ego Clash for free, so I decided I needed to go. This was something I’ve wanted to attend for the last year!
I took a screenshot of the address and mapped it out on my phone. A few people in my group said they wanted to check it out too so we started devising a plan.
Caribbean Cannabis Pride: The St. Vincent’s Grower’s Cup
Written By June Blankin
As the sun began to set, the judges, including Nigel and members of AHOCS, got to work scoring the flower. All entries were from local growers only…The crowd looked on eagerly as the judges worked. There was local food and live music to give this Grower’s Cup a true Caribbean vibe.
The Future of Cannabis Science: An Interview with Jeff Rawson
It was my pleasure to sit down and talk with the Founder of the Institute of Cannabis Science Jeff Rawson. I’m a bit of a science junky myself so I was thrilled to hear Jeff’s thoughts on where the industry is headed & what he’s doing to help it get there… I left our conversation so eager to see where the institute is in a couple of years. With someone like Jeff behind it, the changes this industry needs are closer than we might think.
E1011 Lab’s Iven Dry Herb Vaporizer is a Cleaner Way to Smoke
From simple activation and heat settings to its sleek and futuristic design, the Iven vaporizer is the ultimate partner in crime for a sesh during any adventure!
8 Common Cannabis Consumer Mistakes To Avoid This Holiday
Written By Deborah Agboola
Cannabis consumer mistakes are all too common during the holidays for a few simple reasons. For many people, the holidays are stressful and probably the most difficult time of the year, not with all the activities, family gatherings, and hunt for the perfect gift.
As a result, we cannabis consumers long for the good plant to fix it all: manage the stress, ignore the drama, and inspire creative ideas for our cannabis and non-cannabis loving family members.
The Great Midwest Hemp Fest 2023
Written by Cori Crawford
Growing up in Wisconsin, alcohol was the only “acceptable” form of inebriation. Even though it was just a hop and a skip down I-94, Madison was an island of liberal thinkers surrounded by a sea of conservative beliefs. Since I first discovered sweet, sweet cheeba, normalization of cannabis has come full circle in my fam
Cultivating Culture, Building Community, Igniting Passion: The Area 101 Chronicle - 20 Years of Cannabis Celebration at The Emerald Cup
Written By Kellie Frederick
In the mystical enclave of Laytonville, at the enchanting Area 101, something extraordinary unfolded—a celebration, a reflection, and a promise for the future. The 20th Anniversary of the legendary Emerald Cup transcended the realms of mere festivity, becoming a soul-stirring tribute to the roots, growth, and vibrant future of cannabis culture.
Blunt Brunch is a Safe Haven During the Busiest Week in Cannabis
If you've been to MJBiz Con before, you may have heard of Blunt Brunch. It's a much-anticipated annual event held on the Tuesday before the show floor opens.
Vegas Bud & Breakfast: My Home Away From Home
Written By Casey Renteria
I don't know about you, but I can't relax in a hotel; it's impossible. A little yes, but to actually rest and recharge, hell no! When I heard we had a Bud & Breakfast my ears perked up a little. One of the biggest, if not the biggest deciding factor on where to stay when I travel, is if I can medicate. Cannabis is a huge help in shutting off, and when you’re at MjBiz having a little help to shut off at the end of the day is like heaven.
fat nugs magazine takes on mjbiz con: my take on vegas
Whether it was your first time at a cannabis business convention in general or another feather in your cap, the 12th annual MJBiz Convention was all about the theme, Dare to Grow, as it brought the vast and ever-growing cannabis industry together for an eventful week in Las Vegas.
Brady Busby – Candidate for Arizona’s 2nd Congressional District
Written By Daniel Crawford
From his front porch in Young Arizona, smoke wafted past Congressional Candidate, Brady Busby. He took a deep breath in and exhaled. Most smoke in this area of the state originates from wildfires, fueled by ever increasing droughts and dwindling rain totals. But these plumes were different. They weren’t from fire, but medicine grown in his own home, by his own hands. As the political season heats up and swings into gear, there is a new voice in Arizona’s 2nd Congressional district.
The Hemp Beverage Industry: A Catalyst for Change Amidst Cannabis and Hemp's Tense Coexistence
Written by Eric Postow with contributions from Jim Boland
For anyone who has navigated the tumultuous seas of the cannabis industry post-2018 Farm Bill, there is an obvious growing tension, a clash between hemp and regulated cannabis. It's a conflict rooted in regulatory discord, economic competition, and a shared ancestry that's been bureaucratically bifurcated. Yet, within this struggle, I perceive an unforeseen harbinger of change: the hemp beverage industry.
The Harmony of Cannabis & Music with Acid Tongue
Psychedelic rock band Acid Tongue speaks on how cannabis influences their music. Plus, EOS Farms shifts the perception of quality cannabis.
Fat Nugs Sits Down With Two-Time Superbowl Champion Jim McMahon
Written By Kelly Ebbert
“I’m just hoping that they understand what the plant is supposed to do for you. Everybody has an endocannabinoid system in their body. We’re supposed to be using this plant. We don’t have any opioid deficiencies in our bodies. We don't have cocaine deficiencies, we have endocannabinoid deficiencies, and that’s why we get sick. That’s why we need cannabis. “