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
Music
hiTunes Playlist, Volume I
Albums to get high to, volume I. Graphic by Ryan Kamber. Music is one of the greatest inventions humankind has ever concocted. It can act as a bridge between generations, a vehicle for nostalgia, or even a universal language. The coolest thing about music, however, is that there is a seemingly infinite amount of it. This summer, we’ve set out on a mission to find some of … [Read more...] about hiTunes Playlist, Volume I
Growing Up Cannabis: Cannabis and Entertainment
In the first episode of Growing Up Cannabis, host Victoria Martinez discusses movies and music we’ve seen and heard growing up that made an impact on how we view cannabis. Hollywood gave herb its reputation. From top-stoner movies known world-wide, to songs that explicitly influenced cannabis culture in communities, this inaugural episode travels through the smoke screen to … [Read more...] about Growing Up Cannabis: Cannabis and Entertainment
Makeda Marley Interview with Emerald
Emerald shoots the breeze with Makeda Marley, discussing both her positive and negative experiences relating to cannabis, and her LivLuv Experience organization. The conversation weaves through a range of topics, including the recent recognition of cannabis for medicinal and recreational uses, with her belief that “herb is the healing of the nation." They also address the dank … [Read more...] about Makeda Marley Interview with Emerald
Lady A and Lady A: Antebellum and Anita (White)
Antebellum and Anita (White) Written by John Lee On June 11th, 2020 Lady Antebellum announced via twitter that the country band was changing its name to Lady A. The move, according to the tweet, was in response to nationwide protests sparked after the killing of George Floyd. The tweet read, “our hearts have been stirred with conviction, our eyes open wide to … [Read more...] about Lady A and Lady A: Antebellum and Anita (White)
