Analyzing the taste and smell of cannabis is an essential part of being a ganjier. Photo from David Cardinez. Similar to a sommelier of wine, a cannabis ganjier is a highly trained expert who has a deep understanding of cannabis history and can distinguish subtle nuances in the taste, smell, look, and experience between products. Once a person is a ganjier, they are not only … [Read more...] about What is a Cannabis Ganjier? an Inside Look With Members of the Council
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The 25th Anniversary of Proposition 215
On November 5th, Californians celebrate the 25th anniversary of the passage of Prop 215. Photo Credit: LightFieldStudios. After a glorious 25 years, the citizens of California and beyond are looking forward to the celebration of Proposition 215. Prop. 215, aka The Compassionate Use Act of 1996, legalized medical cannabis in the state of California. It granted those with a … [Read more...] about The 25th Anniversary of Proposition 215
The LGBTQIA+ Community and the Cannabis Movement: a Longstanding Relationship
2018 New York City Pride March. Photo Credit: ABC News. A Tragic Beginning The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning, Intersex, Asexual/Agender (LGBTQIA+) community is tied to cannabis as a result of the AIDS crisis. Before the immune disorder that ravaged the U.S. even had its name, it had affected 335 people and killed 136. Since it initially seemed to … [Read more...] about The LGBTQIA+ Community and the Cannabis Movement: a Longstanding Relationship
The Imprint of Cannabis in Israel and Palestine
The cannabis market is booming in the U.S. as 36 states and counting have some form of legal cannabis. Across the world, citizens of Israel and Palestine are hoping to expand access to the plant as well. Cannabis use in the Middle East dates back to ancient times. In Jerusalem, historians have found archeological sites containing cannabis, reports the Smithsonian … [Read more...] about The Imprint of Cannabis in Israel and Palestine
Cannabis: an Ancient Remedy
While the exact history of cannabis is incomplete, historians trace its use back thousands of years to cultural rituals. Some religious factions even used the plant as medicine. From treating female weakness, to ordaining priests and achieving higher levels of happiness, humans have used the ancient remedy to better their minds and bodies for centuries. Ancient Chinese … [Read more...] about Cannabis: an Ancient Remedy
