Close up of ayahuasca vine. Photo credit: Apollo/flickr. On February 2nd, there was a massive controversy in the psychedelics community over a patent for N, N-dimethyltryptamine (DMT) vape pens being granted when a market for them already exists. It raises an issue since the patenter claimed to have ‘invented’ it when that is not the case. In fact, many have used the … [Read more...] about The ‘God Molecule:’ DMT’s Traditional use and Experiences
Archives for February 2022
11 Black Female-Owned Self-Care Cannabis Businesses to Support Right Now
This year's Black History Month is all about wellness — celebrate by supporting Black-owned self-care businesses. Image by twenty20photos. Black History Month is a time for everyone to learn and celebrate the Black community in an uplifting way. The month of February is dedicated to remembering the past while also looking towards the future. It’s important to … [Read more...] about 11 Black Female-Owned Self-Care Cannabis Businesses to Support Right Now
Cannabis IPOs to Watch
Image: The Cannabis Investor. As the cannabis industry continues to grow and change, many cannabis companies are choosing to go public. Companies that cultivate or sell THC-rich cannabis are unable to participate in the NASDAQ or New York Stock Exchange. This is due to federal cannabis laws, according to The Motley Fool. However, lenders in the cannabis industry are able … [Read more...] about Cannabis IPOs to Watch
From CTE to Pain Management: NFL Makes Interest in Cannabis Clear
Photo credit: Hence the Boom. It is no secret that American football causes an insane amount of strain on the body. In fact, the National Football League (NFL) ranks third as the most strenuous sports league in the country. It is only beat out by boxing and MMA, according to the Bleacher Report. According to a 2021 study by the University of Chicago, there were 3,025 … [Read more...] about From CTE to Pain Management: NFL Makes Interest in Cannabis Clear
The Dime: 2/11/2022
Following important cannabis news articles every day can be a real burn-out, we know. That’s why the Emerald rolls up a chronicle of the headiest news hits, and passes them to you at the end of each week. We Bring You: The Dime. Sublime Launches Cannabis Company Last week, members of the reggae-punk band announced their launch of a cannabis brand with … [Read more...] about The Dime: 2/11/2022