The Future of Cannabis: AI, Luxury, and the Death of the Dimebag

Sure, people can still smoke a spliff in 2035 (assuming our robot overlords allow it). But why would anyone want to? The future of cannabis consumption makes hitting a bong look as old-school as churning butter. With so many options available, navigating the modern dispensary’s diverse product selection requires a whole new approach. Edibles have gone from …

The Wellness Retreat Renaissance Normalizes Psychedelic Therapy

Ancient civilizations healed with psychedelic plants before it was cool. Today, Indigenous cultures and non-Western communities still do. Finally emerging in the Western world, these transformative rituals are being rebranded as wellness retreats. A longstanding tradition rather than a trend, psychedelic therapy can have a profound impact on perception of self and environment. For centuries, one …

Denver Has a Growing Cannabis Hospitality Scene. It Only Took Thirteen Years.

Step outside in Denver on April 20, and you’ll probably smell something burning in the air.  As the first city to decriminalize cannabis and the capital of the first state to legalize the plant for recreational purposes, Denver will be forever linked to that sweet, sticky stuff. And on the high holiday known as 4/20, …

Maryland Lawmakers Pass Bill Clarifying Marijuana Consumption Lounge Rules And Letting Owners Sell Cannabis Companies To Employees

Maryland lawmakers have sent a bill to the governor meant to clear up policies around on-site marijuana consumption businesses and lay out the plan for a second cannabis licensing lottery round—while also revising rules to allow license holders sell their cannabis companies to employees ahead of a current five-year waiting period. http://www.marijuanamoment.net/maryland-lawmakers-pass-bill-clarifying-marijuana-consumption-lounge-rules-and-letting-owners-sell-cannabis-companies-to-employees/

THC-Infused Beverage Companies Are Recruiting 2,000 People To Drink Free Cannabis Seltzers As Alternative To Alcohol For A Study

A group of THC-infused beverage brands is looking for hundreds of adults to participate in what’s described as an “observational research study” around cannabis-infused drinks, alcohol consumption, mood and quality of life. The team is currently recruiting “up to 2,000 qualified participants,” who would receive a free supply of cannabis-infused beverages. Participants would be expected to …

Anytime weed drink review: excellent flavor, novel cannabinoids

Cannabis drinks are becoming the new normal. There was a time when we had to mix tinctures or powders to craft them, but now THC comes canned and ready. When brands found the hemp THC loophole, it was not long until a bounty of cannabis seltzers, alcohol dupes, and other inventive drinks hit the market. I have tried a barrage of these beverages …

What are cannabis lounges? And where can I find them?

Cannabis legalization has stormed the U.S., with 24 states, three territories, and Washington D.C. making the weed list. Even with this extensive amount of access, smoking in public is still highly illegal in most states. There are some places where weed consumption is allowed outdoors, and others have legalized cannabis lounges. These often highly-regulated smoking rooms are often highly …

You’re Invited: Join the “Cannabis in the City” Community Conversation in NYC on April 10

As New York’s cannabis industry continues to evolve, it’s more important than ever to bring diverse voices to the table. Legalization is here, but the full promise of a fair and inclusive industry remains a work in progress. That’s why The Cannabis Justice & Equity Initiative, in partnership with Cannabis NYC, the NYC Department of …

High on Heritage: Crafting a Cannabis-Infused Poutine That Honors Tradition

When one thinks of quintessential Canadian cuisine, poutine immediately comes to mind. This humble dish, born in Quebec in the late 1950s, has become a symbol of Canadian heritage, reflecting the resilience, innovation, and connection to the land that characterizes Quebecois culture. Because both poutine and cannabis are often shared in casual, communal settings—late-night diners, …

Cannabis cafes offer a unique setting for social gatherings

With the increased legalization of recreational marijuana across the country in the last decade, marijuana connoisseurs around the United States have seen the recent eruption in cannabis cafes, swanky hotspots where partygoers can sit back, relax and enjoy a smoke. But what, exactly, are cannabis cafes? http://www.bupipedream.com/ac/cannabis-cafes-offer-a-unique-setting-for-social-gatherings/165227/

Breaking the Grass Ceiling: Elevating Women-Owned Cannabis Brands

Breaking the Grass Ceiling: Elevating Women-Owned Cannabis Brands March 28, 2024 by Jennifer Lipinski 1 Comment 5 CBD brands made by women of color Women are an essential part of the ever-changing cannabis industry. Countless female leaders work tirelessly to educate the world about the transformative powers of cannabis and destroy the stigma that has …

The Satisfaction Gap: Women and Men Experience Cannabis Differently

Cannabis is personal. That’s something we’ve learned through years of analyzing consumer data at Jointly. Traditionally, the industry has been male-dominated, from executive leadership to product development, but when we look at how men and women experience products, a nuanced and revealing picture is painted. http://mgmagazine.com/business/retail-merchandise/the-satisfaction-gap-women-and-men-experience-cannabis-differently/

ILGM’s Home Grow Tour 2025

Leafly and ILGM have teamed up to bring you a one-of-a-kind road trip across America, designed to bring cannabis enthusiasts together for unforgettable experiences and valuable learning opportunities. We’re hitting the road in ILGM’s revamped Airstream Bambi—the “home on the road”—to celebrate home growing and their refreshed identity. http://www.leafly.com/news/growing/ilgm-home-grow-tour

Santa Cruz County moves to legalize cannabis cafes

“There’s not a safe place for people to consume cannabis socially in public. And so, by allowing for these, hopefully, they’ll be a way that they can come into a location that can educate them on safe cannabis use,” said Bryce Berryessa with the Treehouse and The Hook Outlet Dispensaries. http://www.msn.com/en-us/health/medical/santa-cruz-county-moves-to-legalize-cannabis-cafes/ar-AA1y8ADL

http://www.cannabisbusinesstimes.com/top-stories/news/15710860/the-top-10-bestselling-flower-strains-in-california-in-2024

Blue Dream is the back-to-back champion as the most popular cannabis cultivar in California. With Northern California roots, this cross between Blueberry and Haze is a sativa-dominant hybrid known for producing a balanced high of cerebral stimulation and full-body relaxation that 37% of people say helps relieve stress, according to Leafly. http://www.cannabisbusinesstimes.com/top-stories/news/15710860/the-top-10-bestselling-flower-strains-in-california-in-2024

Silly Nice vs. Big Corporate Weed: Why Small-Batch Cannabis Is Taking Over New York

The legal cannabis industry in New York has opened the door for a variety of brands, but a clear divide is emerging between corporate-backed operations and small-batch producers. While big companies focus on mass production, small brands like Silly Nice have built a following by prioritizing quality, craftsmanship, and authenticity. http://stupiddope.com/2025/03/silly-nice-vs-big-corporate-weed-why-small-batch-cannabis-is-taking-over-new-york/

A new state law opens the door for Amsterdam-style cannabis cafes. Why hasn’t one opened in the Bay Area?

In North Oakland, there is a community that meets every third Friday of the month called the T’Oakland Senior Canna Club, where food and drinks and cannabis are donated and served pot-luck style. Live music, soft-tissue massages and dabs — weed concentrates — are available for those who care to imbibe. Seniors, and anyone else who …

Woody Harrelson Wishes He Could Invite Bob Marley To His Marijuana Dispensary—But Fears The Reggae Legend Would Out-Smoke Him

If actor Woody Harrelson could choose anyone living or dead to patronize his Los Angeles marijuana dispensary’s “Ganja Giggle Garden,” he says he’d pick a classic cannabis icon: Bob Marley. But he conceded that he doesn’t think he could go “toke-for-toke” with the late reggae star. During an appearance on The Late Show With Stephen Colbert …

High Stakes and High Demand: Will Las Vegas Finally Allow Cannabis Near Casinos?

Las Vegas, a city known for pushing boundaries, remains curiously hesitant when it comes to legal cannabis access on the Strip. Despite Nevada’s legalization of recreational marijuana, strict federal regulations keep casinos from getting involved—forcing tourists to turn to illicit markets instead of regulated dispensaries. But could that soon change? Assemblymember Max Carter II is preparing …

MARY Fest 2025: Brooklyn’s Ultimate Cannabis Lifestyle Experience

New York’s premier cannabis lifestyle festival is set to take over Brooklyn on Saturday, April 19, 2025. MARY Fest—curated by the team behind MARY Magazine—is an immersive experience blending cannabis, fashion, music, health and wellness, design, and technology into a one-day festival that connects brands with consumers in an authentic and engaging environment. http://stupiddope.com/2025/02/mary-fest-2025-brooklyns-ultimate-cannabis-lifestyle-experience/

Colorado’s “first psychedelic church” for magic mushrooms opens in Colorado Springs

The walls of Benji Dezaval’s basement are painted a deep forest green. Vines trickle below a white lotus lantern in the center of the room and a pot of succulents hangs in the corner. The lights are dimmed, giving the room a gentle green glow. About a dozen people face each other, some sitting in chairs …

Las Vegas weed reform could create historic shift

Those dreaming of Vegas weed may conjure thoughts of sparking joints on the Strip while taking in the commotion and bright lights–but that is far from reality. Nevada legalized personal use in 2001, and a separate Senate bill approved licensed sales in 2013 before voters then legalized adult use a few years later. http://www.greenstate.com/news/las-vegas-weed-sales/

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