The story of the band Doe Maar is rooted in that of another Dutch group called CCC Inc. Joost Belinfante founded CCC Inc. in 1966, and after receiving a small inheritance, he purchased a farm in the countryside in 1969. His bandmates and their girlfriends all moved to the farm and there they formed one […]
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We Will Never NOT Need Activists: Meet Cannabis Juggler Slash Activist Slash Comedian Slash Netflix Host Ngaio Bealum
Ngaio Bealum has been a comedian and a cannabis activist for almost 30 years. He recently toured Europe as MC of the International Cannabis Business Conference (ICBC), diving headfirst into the cannabis scenes of Barcelona and Amsterdam. We sat down with the “Dank Diplomat,” as he’s known, in both cities to talk about his career […]
The Gift Of Ganja: 420 Presents For Your Favorite Cannabis Enthusiasts
Aah, April 20. It’s the national day of cannabis celebration, and it’s once again upon us. And while the day may not (yet) be federally recognized, those in the know will spend next Saturday celebrating the amazing plant and all its benefits. Traditionally, it’s not a gift-giving holiday, but in these times of expanding acceptance, […]
Gin Joint To Joint Joint? Examining The Potential Intersection Of Cannabis And Nightlife
You might not be the nightclub type, but you are still a patron of your city’s nightlife, even if it’s just going out for a peaceful evening meal, according to the 2018 New York City Nightlife Economy study. The definition put forth in this groundbreaking survey classifies all food, drink and entertainment activity between the […]
A Personal History Of Where Music Meets Marijuana
My parents didn’t care much for the kid across the street. Tony was poor and he didn’t go to church and his family was broken. Tony was also slingin’ weed at 12 years old, and he always had the latest Vans high-tops and a quick comeback for the older kids — you could never catch […]
Stoner’s Book Club: 6 New Pot Publications To Add To Your Library
As it relates to cannabis, the concept of “fake news” predates the 2016 election cycle, with our society having been spoon-fed misinformation about cannabis for the past century. But as advocates and consumers of cannabis, many of us have made it our civic duty to equip ourselves with credible, accurate information about the plant, absorbing […]
Kiwi ISIS Defector, In Jail For Twitter Gaffe, Wants To Open Cannabusiness
If you’ve ever wondered how a person might get kicked out of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS), New Zealander Mark Taylor just created the playbook for how to do just that with gusto. First, you accidentally geotag a social media post while you’re tucked away in a concealed terrorist rubble pile in […]
Love And Marijuana: Valentine’s Day Gifts For Cannabis Couples
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, and this year, green is the new pink. Cannabis-inspired gifts are among the hottest trends and can be a refreshing change from the standard flowers and chocolate. When it comes to unearthing an inspired gift for your cannabis-loving sweetie, we have you covered with our favorite finds that show you […]