Hamilton Morris holding amanita muscaria mushrooms. Photo Credit: Vice. Hamilton Morris is the host and creator of Vice's Hamilton’s Pharmacopeia. In the series, Hamilton travels the world examining psycho-active substances. He delves into those substances and their effects, user-communities, manufacturers, distributors, and occasionally their inventors. Hamilton’s show … [Read more...] about Inside Hamilton’s Pharmacopeia with Chemist and Filmmaker, Hamilton Morris
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Plant Sentience: A Controversial History
Are plants sentient? Graphic: Ryan Kamber. Sound is an immensely important part of the human experience. We’re taught about the five senses at an early age, and our ability to hear is among the most valuable. Another big factoid we learn at a young age is that plants, much like everything else in the animal kingdom, are living things. A few weeks ago we did a profile on … [Read more...] about Plant Sentience: A Controversial History
Rasta, Reggae and Remedy: Cannabis in Jamaican Culture
Cannabis has a deeply rooted history in Jamaican culture. Photo credit: Envato. In Jamaica, many are commonly seen kneading herb in the palms of their hands, and smoking weed. It is a way of life. However, law enforcement pinned down, manhandled, verbally abused and arrested cannabis users simply for smoking weed on the street corner. Although Jamaica does produce … [Read more...] about Rasta, Reggae and Remedy: Cannabis in Jamaican Culture
E-Nails, Concentrates and THC Sodas: Emerald’s 710 Day Product Guide
PAX's newest PAX 3 vape in Amber. Photo credit: PAX. Everyone is familiar with 420, the famed stoner holiday where cannabis consumers around the globe come together every April 20th to dedicate an entire day to appreciating their favorite therapeutic plant. But there’s another, lesser-known, cannabis holiday right around the corner — 710. Celebrated on July 10th, … [Read more...] about E-Nails, Concentrates and THC Sodas: Emerald’s 710 Day Product Guide
hiTunes Playlist, Volume II
Welcome to Volume II of hiTunes, where we take a look at some of the best albums to listen to while using cannabis. The goal of this project has always been to represent music from all ages, genders, and walks of life. That’s why this week we’re putting a special focus on minority artists. As a quick refresher for anyone who hasn’t read our first installation, here … [Read more...] about hiTunes Playlist, Volume II