Weedmaps Roundtable: Cannabis and Motherhood

Though cannabis has made great strides in public perception the past couple of decades, certain groups are still wading through the waters of complete acceptance. The decision to partake in an edible or pull from a pipe shouldn’t make one a pariah if that person has a child, and yet, here we are. In a world where the “wine mom” is celebrated — and even encouraged — across advertisements and social media, shouldn’t mothers who enjoy a joint here and there feel just as welcome? After all, […]

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The Guru of Ganja: Learning about cannabis with Ed Rosenthal

There are very few people who have been compared to both a superstar homemaker and kitschy advice columnist, but Ed Rosenthal — aka the Guru of Ganja — is that person. According to the NY Times, “Mr. Rosenthal is the pothead’s answer to Ann Landers, Judge Judy, Martha Stewart, and the Burpee Garden Wizard all in one.”  Over Rosenthal’s 35-year career in the cannabis world, he has been an educator, writer, researcher, culture expert and activist, and is continuing to leave his mark on the ever-growing industry […]

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New cannabis policy could allow Louisiana to expand qualifying conditions and allow delivery

A Louisiana House committee approved a bill on Wednesday that would significantly expand the state’s medical marijuana program by letting doctors issue recommendations to patients for any debilitating condition. Lawmakers also advanced separate legislation to allow dispensaries to deliver products to patients’ homes. The action represents a rare legislative victory for cannabis reformers in recent weeks as the coronavirus pandemic has largely halted proceedings in states across the country. Both pieces of legislation approved by the House Health and Welfare Committee were sponsored by Rep. Larry Bagley […]

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CBD beer: The bar has been set high, but like, just a body high…

Outbound Brewing is offering proof of concept to other hopeful producers of CBD beer — but it’s an uphill battle.  CBD, the non-intoxicating cannabinoid of cannabis, is more popular than ever, showing up in everything from activewear to lip balm. CBD doesn’t produce any mind-altering effects and is federally legal (albeit with a few caveats), which means it is accessible to adults nation-wide who want to take advantage of cannabis’ non-intoxicating properties. While not all CBD is created equal, infusing it into beverages for mind and body […]

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