Culture

When many Americans think of the 4th of July they often think of fireworks, backyard BBQs, and perhaps a hot dog or a burger. Well, you may want to add cannabis to that list. A study into how much consumers planned to spend on their 4th of July cookouts in 2020 showed they planned on spending more on cannabis than on food. That year, consumers were expected to spend $76 million on their cookouts compared to $100 million on cannabis. Read More!

Present day medical cannabis patients owe a debt of gratitude to the trailblazing LGBTQ activists from the 1970s, 80s, and 90s. Dennis Peron was one of these trailblazers. Dennis was a well-known cannabis provider who was a leading figure in San Francisco’s gay community. He was also a cannabis activist who recognized its medicinal value … Read more

The term 420 has become synonymous with marijuana. Both cannabis users and non-users around the world consider 4/20 to be an unofficial holiday for cannabis culture, but few know the story about how this number became associated with it. Why Does 420 Mean Marijuana? Some might tell you that 420 is connected with cannabis because … Read more

Since 1976, February has been designated as Black History Month, where we celebrate the contributions that Black Americans and African Americans have made to this country. I will discuss why it is is crucial to continue to commemorate Black America’s achievements. I will give you some historical information about how cannabis came to this country … Read more

I must commend any celebrity who uses their fame and fortune to champion worthy causes. I am referring to breaking the stigma of medical cannabis use and advocating for the legislation of cannabis reform laws. Many celebrities have had first hand experience using medical cannabis and have been advocating for its federal legislation for decades. … Read more

When did the Medical Cannabis Movement Start? Present day cannabis activists and the entire cannabis industry owe a debt of gratitude to the trailblazing AIDS and LGBT activists from the 1970s-90s. Many risked their freedom to push forward cannabis reform laws. In this article I will chronicle the accomplishments of just a few of the … Read more

Life isn’t easy, especially when your health makes it extra challenging. Fortunately, there are natural ways to help make it more manageable. For many people, cannabis is one such way. Read on to learn more about top choices among patients at Bloom Medicinals. According to Article XIV of the Missouri Constitution, there are ten medical … Read more

You have probably heard of or bought OG Kush, but do you know what “OG” stands for? Like so much in the cannabis world, there always seem to be many colorful stories about the derivation of strain names and the origins of modern cannabis strains. In this article I will present the many theories on … Read more

When people talk about legendary cannabis, “Kush” always finds its way into the conversation. But what does Kush actually mean, where does it come from, and why is it one of the most respected branches of the cannabis family tree? Below, you’ll get a clear and comprehensive breakdown of the Kush meaning, history, attributes, slang … Read more