Photo credit: Batiste Safont Rap and cannabis go together like Snoop and Martha Stewart: unexpectedly perfect, deeply symbiotic, and somehow only getting stronger with age. But hip-hop's lyrical relationship with cannabis wasn't always an open book. From the early '80s, when rappers had to be more discreet than a dealer's burner phone, to today's era where selling cannabis … [Read more...] about Pass the Mic, Pass the Joint: How Hip-Hop Got Loud About Weed
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Pass the Grits and the Pre-Roll: It’s Time to Bring Southern Hospitality to Cannabis
Opinion story by Brad Harvey. Photo courtesy of Dexter Co. Brad Harvey is a former marketing executive turned cannabis hospitality advocate based in Arkansas. He’s the founder of Dexter Co and a writer exploring how Southern traditions and cannabis culture can create more meaningful moments around the table. Southern hospitality has been described by outsiders as an … [Read more...] about Pass the Grits and the Pre-Roll: It’s Time to Bring Southern Hospitality to Cannabis
Grinding Against the Odds, Skate AC Builds Skateparks Where They’re Needed Most
Article by R.C. Rodriguez. Photo by Wirestock Imagine a teenager hanging out with their friends around parks in the city. Everywhere they go, they are monitored, unwelcome, and pushed out. They wonder where they belong, where they can exist without being seen as a threat or a nuisance. They look around, but all they see is litter, disarray, displacement, and danger. Is this … [Read more...] about Grinding Against the Odds, Skate AC Builds Skateparks Where They’re Needed Most
The Art of Rolling: Techniques, Tools, and Innovation
Photos by Elsa Olofsson Rolling a joint or blunt is more than just a skill—it’s an art form, a ritual, and sometimes a friendly competition. For seasoned rollers or curious beginners, mastering the craft comes with its own set of tools, techniques, and creative flair. Let’s dive into the world of rolling, exploring classic styles and modern innovations to turn the next … [Read more...] about The Art of Rolling: Techniques, Tools, and Innovation
High Notes: Powers Pleasant Talks Pushing Boundaries and Genre-Blurring Sound
Featured image by Gianni Gallant Music and cannabis share a remarkable ability to enhance our experiences, inviting us to connect more deeply with ourselves and the world around us. Collectively, they create a space for reflection, creativity, and pleasure. High Notes explores the intersections of music and cannabis, highlighting the records that elevate the … [Read more...] about High Notes: Powers Pleasant Talks Pushing Boundaries and Genre-Blurring Sound