Cheech & Chong to Open Sixth ‘Dispensoria’ in Third State

Cheech & Chong’s sixth “dispensoria” opens in Maine on Sunday, Oct. 13. They already have three pot shops in Massachusetts (Greenfield, Northhampton and Whately) and two in New Mexico (Albuquerque and Covis). Their first Maine location is in Portland at 58 Exchange Pl. Two more stores are scheduled to open in Bangor and Milo next. East Coast Gold is …

11 Women-Owned Cannabis Brands in New York

Women’s representation is transforming the cannabis industry, and New York is leading the way with a range of women-led brands. As of May 2024, 42% of recent social and economic equity cannabis businesses licensed by the state’s Office Cannabis Management are women-owned. These entrepreneurs are reshaping the industry, bringing fresh perspectives and innovative ideas that elevate the …

California cannabis lounges and retailers outline plans to embrace cafe law

California cannabis microbusinesses and retailers hope a new state law that widely expands their ability to offer food, drinks and live music will drive growth and provide a template for other regulated markets. Marijuana retailer The Artist Tree designed its newest store near Los Angeles International Airport with kitchen space in anticipation of the long-awaited policy …

Basketball great Carmelo Anthony enters new arena with cannabis brand, mission

Carmelo Anthony wants to redefine celebrity brands in the cannabis industry. The former professional basketball player has defied expectations throughout his career, from being chosen the NCAA Final Four’s Most Outstanding Player at age 19 to becoming one of the most dynamic scorers in the NBA, where his versatility on the court was always on …

Keep it Lowkey with Discreet Cannabis Products

Ever wish for a way to enjoy cannabis without the smoke or strong odors? For those who appreciate a more subtle approach, discreet cannabis products make it easy to enjoy the benefits of cannabis while keeping things low-key. These products fit right into everyday life, offering tasty experiences and precise dosing without drawing attention.  http://theemeraldmagazine.com/discreet-cannabis-products/?utm_source=brevo&utm_campaign=MAG%20October%207%202024&utm_medium=email

Kamala Harris promises full marijuana legalization – is that a gamechanger?

Kamala Harris announced on Monday that if elected president, she would fully legalize adult recreational cannabis on the federal level – the first time a presidential nominee has taken such an unambiguous stance on ending cannabis prohibition. As part of her pledge, she said she would take steps to ensure that Black men, disproportionately incarcerated and disenfranchised by …

A New Era for Cannabis and What It Could Mean for You

The U.S. government recently proposed rescheduling cannabis from a Schedule I to a Schedule III drug (http://www.dea.gov/drug-information/…) — basically signaling it has some accepted medical use and a moderate to low potential for physical and psychological dependence. But what does this mean in the real world exactly? Sanjay talks with “The Pot Doc” Dr. Staci …

Marijuana Enhances Enjoyment Of Music, New Study Finds, Confirming What Every Stoner Already Knows

Underscoring an anecdotal observation common among cannabis consumers, a group of researchers in Canada have released a new study indicating that marijuana can make music more enjoyable, concluding that “the impact of cannabis on the auditory experience may be overall enhanced” compared to sober listening. Authors, from Toronto Metropolitan University, wrote in a preprint that …

Laying to Rest the Lazy Stoner Stereotype Once and for All with Research Facts and Figures

We’ve all heard it before: smoke weed, and you’ll become a lazy, unmotivated bum. The image is vivid – a glassy-eyed stoner sprawled on a couch, surrounded by pizza boxes, with a suspicious crust on their sweatpants that may or may not be dried Ranch dressing. This stereotype has been hammered into our collective consciousness for …

PoliticsKamala Harris Rolls Out National Marijuana Legalization Plan, Pledging To Make It ‘The Law Of The Land’

Vice President Kamala Harris is pledging to federally legalize marijuana, ensuring that access to cannabis is “the law of the land.” If elected, she will “break down unjust legal barriers that hold Black men and other Americans back by legalizing marijuana nationally, working with Congress to ensure that the safe cultivation, distribution, and possession of …

Amsterdam-Style Cannabis Cafes are Coming to WeHo Thanks to Assembly Bill 1775

On Monday, September 30, Governor Newsom signed Assembly Bill 1775 into law, allowing licensed cannabis consumption lounges to sell and prepare non-cannabis-infused food, serve non-alcoholic beverages, and host ticketed events on-site at the licensed premises. This gives lounges in West Hollywood the ability to offer customers the option to consume cannabis while also enjoying freshly prepared food in the …

Does Your Budtender Know What’s Best for You?

Have you ever had a budtender introduce you to one of your favorite products? Or one that didn’t understand what you were looking for? You’ve probably experienced both. Two experienced budtenders share their perspective on the knowledge behind modern budtenders, address how budtenders can combat or contribute to cannabis use stigma, and even share some advice …

Explore the High Life With These 3 Cannabis-Themed Road Trips

As legalization spreads across the U.S. like wildfire, planning a cannabis-centered road trip has never been easier. Missouri and Maryland voters approved adult-use, or recreational, plant sales in the November 2022 elections, bringing the total number of legal states and territories to 23. And nearly every state has legalized medical cannabis to some degree, with …

Travel Vicariously With These International Cannabis Features

Take a journey around the world without leaving your chair with our round-up of international cannabis stories, from sampling Moroccan hash in the Rif mountains with Ed Rosenthal to traveling through India with Swami and Nikki. http://cannabisnow.com/international-cannabis-features/

How to explore the famed Emerald Triangle during cannabis harvest season

As the leaves begin to turn and the crispness of fall settles into the air, California’s famed Emerald Triangle region becomes a special destination for cannabis enthusiasts and seasoned travelers alike. The fall harvest season is arguably the most magical time to explore this region, renowned for its unique terroir and world-class cannabis craft. Whether …

California Gov. Signs Bill to Let Cannabis Cafes Serve Food & Host Live Music

California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) signed a bill on Tuesday to let cannabis cafes in California serve food and drink and host live performances, the San Francisco Chronicle reports. This comes one day after he vetoed a bill that would have allowed small cannabis growers to sell products directly to consumers. http://www.ganjapreneur.com/california-gov-signs-bill-to-let-cannabis-cafes-serve-food-host-live-music/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=california_gov_signs_bill_allowing_live_music_events_at_cannabis_cafes_kamala_harris_talks_legalization_and_more&utm_term=2024-10-02

Marijuana Enhances Enjoyment Of Music, New Study Finds, Confirming What Every Stoner Already Knows

Underscoring an anecdotal observation common among cannabis consumers, a group of researchers in Canada have released a new study indicating that marijuana can make music more enjoyable, concluding that “the impact of cannabis on the auditory experience may be overall enhanced” compared to sober listening. Authors, from Toronto Metropolitan University, wrote in a preprint that …

Stiletto Stoners

Jennifer Pelham* kicks off her black Marc Jacobs pumps, slips out of her trim Theory blazer, and collapses on the couch. The 29-year-old corporate attorney for one of Manhattan’s top law firms has just clocked another 12-hour day, and though it’s over, she’s having a hard time shaking off her frustrations. (A partner had eviscerated …

Cannabis may soon be rescheduled as a less dangerous drug. 5 things you need to know

Cannabis, or marijuana, has come a long way on the road back to legitimacy in the United States, and it soon may pass an important milestone: rescheduling. That’s the technical term for reclassifying it as a less dangerous drug, which would loosen some restrictions around it at the federal level. Cannabis was widely used as …

New York’s essential cannabis experiences [September 2024]

In New York, it’s always 4:20. And there’s no shortage of events and venues that are offering unique ways to experience the plant. From museums and lounges, to watch parties and co-working spaces, here are some of our favorite events and venues to check out in 2024 and beyond. http://www.leafly.com/news/lifestyle/new-yorks-essential-420-experiences-september-2024

Cannabis & sex: a woman’s guide

While female struggles with desire and arousal can sometimes end up at a diagnosis like Female Sexual Interest/Arousal Disorder (FSIAD) and treatments like drugs and hormones, these labels can frame women as “cases” to be approached methodically: problem, symptoms and medications. But for most women, sex doesn’t follow a linear path. http://cannigma.com/physiology/cannabis-sex-a-womans-guide/?_kx=8G3OumshLvEfThcp28ReRczuzrPAIU-MWOpNcx5ueGO9Kp14cLaD_i0UpkDn7gGP.J8JtEm

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