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April 14, 2025
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It began as a whispered code between five California high schoolers in the 1970s. “420” — a seemingly innocuous number — would go on to become the ...
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April 7, 2025
#121: THCV: The ‘Diet Weed’ Cannabinoid
Chester Sam
What cannabinoid can suppress appetite, boost metabolism, and help you lose weight? It may sound too good to be true, but a lesser-known cousin of ...
March 31, 2025
#120: Hits From the Bong: A History of Cannabis in Music
Chester Sam
Cannabis and music have shared a close relationship for over a century, influencing different genres and cultural movements. From the smoky jazz cl...
March 25, 2025
#119: Cannabis and Neuroplasticity: How Weed May Rewire Your Brain
Chester Sam
When we think about cannabis and the brain, the conversation often revolves around mood, memory, or pain relief. However, emerging research is shed...
March 17, 2025
#118: Meet Linalool: A Minor Terpene with Major Therapeutic Potential
Chester Sam
In cannabis terpene profiles, there are major players like limonene, caryophyllene and myrcene that often steal the spotlight. But the uniqueness o...
March 10, 2025
#117: Bob Marley: The Eternal Icon of Cannabis Culture
Chester Sam
Bob Marley is perhaps the most recognizable icon associated with cannabis in pop culture. His influence on cannabis culture transcends his music, e...
March 3, 2025
#116: The Hidden History of Cannabis: 20 Mind-Blowing Facts
Chester Sam
A controversial and oftentimes misunderstood plant, cannabis has a rich history spanning thousands of years. But beyond its notorious reputation li...
February 25, 2025
#115: The Rise of Shatter: A Guide to Its Origins, Production, and Benefits
Chester Sam
Highly potent and visually appealing, shatter is a popular type of cannabis concentrate that has taken off in recent years. Glass-like in appearanc...
February 18, 2025
#114: Black Tuna Gang: The Cannabis Kings of 1970s Miami
Chester Sam
Back in the 1970s, Miami was a hotbed for drug smuggling operations. One of the most infamous groups during this time was the Black Tuna Gang, led ...
February 10, 2025
#113: From Grow Guides to Cookbooks: The Best Cannabis Books
Chester Sam
Curling up with a book is a great way to expand one's knowledge, explore new ideas, and escape into different worlds. Books on cannabis are no exce...
February 3, 2025
#112: Dogwalker Pre-Rolls: A Cannabis Trend Inspired by Dog Walks
Chester Sam
Taking a dog for a walk is a daily ritual for many pet owners and has become an inspiration for a popular new cannabis trend. Dogwalker pre-rolls, ...
January 27, 2025
#111: Snack Like a Pro: The Best Foods to Eat When You’re High
Chester Sam
There’s nothing quite like the munchies that come with being high on cannabis. Suddenly, everything looks and smells delicious, and your appetite i...
January 20, 2025
#110: Humulene 101: The Earthy Terpene with Big Benefits
Chester Sam
What do hops, black pepper, sage and ginseng have in common? Besides being natural ingredients, they all contain a terpene called humulene. This ar...
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