Harris vs. Trump on Marijuana: What Could the Future Hold for the U.S. Cannabis Scene? As the 2024 U.S. presidential election approaches, marijuana legalization remains one of the most hotly debated issues in American politics. On one side, there’s Kamala Harris, Vice President under the Biden administration, who has had a complex history with cannabis […]
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Stoner Rock: The Most Cannabic Hard Rock Genre
If you are such a huge fan of cannabis, chances are you have listened to “stoner rock” music. This specific genre is known for its combination of various styles, including heavy metal, blues rock, doom metal, and psychedelic rock. The music has a brooding sound with tempos that are slow-to-middling. Stoner rock bands first appeared […]
Imminent Legalization of Cannabis in Canada
It is without a doubt that recreational use of marijuana will soon be legally accepted in Canada. The Senate already passed what is considered a historic bill where the vote was 52-29. Out of all the countries around the world, Canada is only the second (and the first of the G7 nations) to implement legislation […]
Cannabis and Epilepsy
Medical cannabis has become a popular alternative for treating different ailments. Some use it for depression and anxiety, while others for managing pain. However, unlike other chronic conditions where over-the-counter medication can be used, epilepsy requires various chemicals that are mostly unavailable at local stores. For many epileptic sufferers, they turn to cannabis, mainly because […]
Marijuana in the 1930’s: The Great Depression
Marijuana has a long history and was heavily debated on by many people during The Great Depression in the 1930s. During this time in America, cannabis was mostly cultivated for rope and textiles, while other places used it as herbal medicine. Before it was declared illegal, the plant was domestically produced and even became a […]
Marijuana in the Golden Era of Hollywood
The Golden Era of Hollywood was all about the glitz and glam of classical cinema. This era spans from 1917 to the 1960s, which later influenced several styles of film-making throughout the world. However, not many people know that behind the glamorous world of Hollywood, marijuana and other drugs kept the actors and actresses going. […]
Viva la mota! Marijuana in Mexico
Believe it or not, weed has always been a part of Mexico’s culture. It was so prevalent that many citizens agreed that the government created propaganda just to stop people from using it. However, it seems like there are some changes and Mexico has finally legalized marijuana use. If you know about the song La […]
Reefer Madness
In the 1930s, there was a movie created to make people think about the negative effects of smoking weed. Originally, the film was titled Tell Your Children. It is sometimes referenced as The Burning Question or the Dope Addict. For those who are looking for a copy of the movie but have not found it, […]
Stoned in Combat: Weed Smokers in the Vietnam War
The Vietnam War began on the first of November in 1955 and ended on the 30th of April in 1975. War action could be seen in North and South Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia. Around 1970, the US troops that were in Vietnam fell to 280,000. People started asking questions, especially about the purpose of fighting […]
Woodstock 1969: 99% of the Crowd Was Smoking Marijuana
If you are a weed advocate and you have not heard about Woodstock, you should definitely find out more about it. After all, it is one of the historical events in the world of American pop culture. Woodstock associated with cannabis refers to the Woodstock Festival that took place back in August of 1969. According […]