News and Culture
The Rise of Uncle Arnie’s in the Cannabis Beverage Market
Uncle Arnie’s is shaking up the cannabis beverage industry with their potent, tasty, and nanomolecular technology-packed drinks.
Get Lit with Keith Romanowski of Lit Studio
Emerald sat down with Romanowski to discuss his career, his new passion for cannabis photography, and what the future holds for Lit Studio and the industry.
Say Goodbye to Insomnia: 8 Tips for Getting a Good Night’s Sleep
Are you tired of constantly tossing and turning at night? If you’re struggling with sleep, try new strategies to improve sleep quality. This article discusses eight tips for getting better sleep.
Cannabis on the Ballot: State Legalization and the 2022 Midterm Results
In the last decade, cannabis has become a major political issue in the US. Voter interest…
Emerald’s 2022 Holiday Gift Guide
The holiday season is rolling in! To help you celebrate, The Emerald™ has rolled up our annual Holiday Gift Guide with some of our favorite products!
The Emerald™ Interviews Franny Tacy of Franny’s Farmacy
Franny Tacy, CEO of Franny’s Farmacy, sits down with The Emerald™ to discuss being one of the first woman hemp farmers in North Carolina, the plight of entrepreneurs in the industry, and the core values of Franny’s Farmacy.
Dispensary
The Civilized Future of Public Consumption
LA’s currently only open cannabis dispensary and consumption lounge is here and designed with style and grace. It is called The Artist Tree.
Celebrating Pride with the Stanley Brothers’ CBD Company, Charlotte’s Web
Charlotte’s Web CBD is more than just a CBD brand; they’re a treatment for pain and seizures, for both you and your pet.
Extrax Palm Springs Dispensary
If you’re looking for a new and exciting place to explore cannabis, Palm Springs has you covered. This California desert town is home to a wide variety of cannabis strains and houses all of the best brands. With so much variety, it may be difficult to know where to start. That’s where Extrax Palm Springs Dispensary comes in.
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.
House of Kush: A Brand Based on Legacy Cannabis
Founded in 2021, the cannabis brand House of Kush, formerly known as Bubba Kush, was founded to carry on the legacy of the famous Bubba Kush and OG Kush cannabis strains.
Former NFL Player LeGarrette Blount Creates CBD Brand Geared Towards Athletes
After three Super Bowl Championships, Le Garrette Blount has set his sights on the CBD industry with his company LG’s Feel Good.
CBD
The Efficacy of CBD: What the Research Shows us so far
In honor of National CBD month this January, we are examining the research on CBD that shows just why it may replace some existing medications.
International Jewish Cannabis Association Highlights Sacred Intersection of Cannabis and Judaism
International Jewish Cannabis Association
Current Cannabis Laws in the U.K.
From recreational cannabis to CBD, what’s legal in the U.K.? Photo by ShutterstockProfessional. Since Neolithic times, cultures in Asia have raised the cannabis plant for its physical and pharmacological qualities. The plant gradually found its way to Europe, Africa, and the Americas. In Britain, the oldest evidence of cannabis dates back to the 10th century York, according to Cannabis: Evolution and Ethnobotany. Discovered in a well, seeds are associated with a Viking settlement that was located there at the time. Because of its strong, natural fibers, people have grown the cannabis (hemp) plant in…
Psilocybin
The Future of Medicine: Psilocybin, MDMA and Cannabis Treatments
Researchers have used illicit substances like psilocybin, MDMA and cannabis in studies for decades to test their effectiveness in treating psychiatric disorders. Now, those studies are laying the groundwork for clinical trials that enable researchers to find new, effective treatments. What is Psilocybin? Psilocybin is a natural hallucinogenic substance in mushrooms. This substance is a member of the psychoactive drug family. Psychoactive drugs are those that change a consumer’s perception, mood, and cognitive process when ingested. There are many different types of “magic mushrooms,” all of which resemble ordinary mushrooms. Consumers can eat the…
Taking a Trip With a Psychedelic Treatment Subject Through His Experience
John Saul enrolled in a MAPS MDMA-assisted psychotherapy experience to regain control over his life. He has made the most of it since.
Psilocybin and its Overlap With Cannabis use
There is a significant overlap between psilocybin and cannabis users. Photo credit: Cannabis_Pics. Efforts to decriminalize psychedelics like psilocybin, the psychoactive compound in “magic mushrooms,” are gaining traction throughout the U.S. Psilocybin, exactly like cannabis, is a Schedule I controlled substance under the federal Controlled Substances Act. But despite the government’s disapproval, studies show that psilocybin can be an effective tool in treating anxiety, depression, and others from a family of psychiatric and substance use disorders. Surprisingly, over the last few years, a bunch of U.S. cities managed to decriminalize psilocybin. They made it…
