Cannabis and research do not have a long, happy history together. For decades, cannabis research was suppressed by the government as a tool of prohibition. Positive research findings threatened the propaganda of the devil’s lettuce and the monopoly of single-molecule…
“Marijuana is an ancient medicine both spiritual and physical, and adds comfort, equal to any human, in my daily life.” – Sudi “Pebbles” Trippet What do those of us working in the cannabis industry owe to those who came before…
The American cannabis industry holds its own weight in terms of volume. In 2023 the estimated market size was worth approximately $33 billion. Compare that to the American pet food industry, which is valued at $35 billion, and the at-home…
The cannabis industry is shining a much-needed spotlight on the forgotten stories of individuals incarcerated for cannabis-related offenses through a powerful collaboration aimed at amplifying their voices and supporting their path to freedom. A stellar group of organizations, businesses, and…
The Texas Hemp Summit is more than just another industry conference—it’s a front-row seat to a rapidly evolving market that’s quietly making waves in one of the country’s most unexpected places. Texas may not be the first state that comes…
Photos Courtesy of Author 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…
Art Courtesy of Rebekah Jenks Hi, I’m Brian, a new writer for FNM. Lately, I’ve been following cool celebrities online and manifesting friendships through requests for interviews. One of the kindest celebrities to have responded by far was Laganja Estranja…
Unqualified Leaders and the Challenges of Cannabis Retail In the cannabis industry, unqualified individuals often end up in critical roles. At Pink Dispensary, I saw people unwilling to ask for help or delegate tasks, creating unnecessary strain and high turnover….
As my layoff date at Red approached, I found myself in a shabby, dust-covered room in the middle of construction, interviewing for a new dispensary role. My resume had been shared on The Blacklist, and “Gold,” as someone called it,…
Read Part I As I look back on my journey through the world of cannabis, I think about how much things have changed in the 30 years since I got involved: the times, the people, the music, and the herb….
Holy smokes, Joe Biden pardoned all those convicted of federal marijuana violations and started the process of rescheduling cannabis? Maybe now I can get medical cannabis—or even adult-use cannabis—in my home state! Kentucky is one of just 13 states that…
Pharmaceutical Industry Many in the cannabis community are going to disagree with Pharmaceuticals having a spot in the industry. Most of us choose cannabis because we believe in a more natural route. That being said, there is a large population…
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