California, the birthplace of modern cannabis culture and the largest legal weed market in the world, just pushed its struggling legal industry even closer to collapse.On July 1, 2025, the state’s cannabis excise tax will rise from 15% to 19% — a staggering 26% increase — marking the maximum rate allowed under current state law. This decision, mandated by a revenue trigger in a 2022 law signed by Governor Gavin Newsom, reflects the grim […]

It was probably 3 a.m. The fire was burning bright and hot. Tobacco was being offered in prayer, and a story was being shared.The medicine man was telling us about when he was younger, sitting in ceremony with one of his elders. It had been a traumatic night with the medicine — he had been rolling around in agony, the medicine squeezing and squeezing him.The elder got up from his hammock, came over, and softly asked:“Do you want to be good? […]

In a city packed with dispensaries, The Travel Agency isn’t just selling weed—it’s curating wonder. And with its latest destination at 598 Broadway, right in the heart of SoHo, the brand doubles down on its mission to elevate cannabis retail into an immersive, sensory, and cultural experience. The Travel Agency Lands in SoHo – The BluntnessFollowing the successful launch of locations in Union Square, Downtown Brooklyn, and Fifth Avenue, […]

Pennsylvania just lit a match under its long-simmering marijuana legalization debate — and this time, it could go up in smoke or spark something entirely new.On Tuesday, in a razor-thin 102-101 vote, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives advanced House Bill 1200, a cannabis legalization proposal with a twist: sales would flow through state-run stores, mimicking the Commonwealth’s alcohol distribution system. If passed, Pennsylvania would […]

California, the birthplace of modern cannabis culture and the largest legal weed market in the world, just pushed its struggling legal industry even closer to collapse.On July 1, 2025, the state’s cannabis excise tax will rise from 15% to 19% — a staggering 26% increase — marking the maximum rate allowed under current state law. This decision, mandated by a revenue trigger in a 2022 law signed by Governor Gavin Newsom, reflects the grim […]

It was probably 3 a.m. The fire was burning bright and hot. Tobacco was being offered in prayer, and a story was being shared.The medicine man was telling us about when he was younger, sitting in ceremony with one of his elders. It had been a traumatic night with the medicine — he had been rolling around in agony, the medicine squeezing and squeezing him.The elder got up from his hammock, came over, and softly asked:“Do you want to be good? […]

In a city packed with dispensaries, The Travel Agency isn’t just selling weed—it’s curating wonder. And with its latest destination at 598 Broadway, right in the heart of SoHo, the brand doubles down on its mission to elevate cannabis retail into an immersive, sensory, and cultural experience. The Travel Agency Lands in SoHo – The BluntnessFollowing the successful launch of locations in Union Square, Downtown Brooklyn, and Fifth Avenue, […]

Pennsylvania just lit a match under its long-simmering marijuana legalization debate — and this time, it could go up in smoke or spark something entirely new.On Tuesday, in a razor-thin 102-101 vote, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives advanced House Bill 1200, a cannabis legalization proposal with a twist: sales would flow through state-run stores, mimicking the Commonwealth’s alcohol distribution system. If passed, Pennsylvania would […]

Two years into New York’s adult-use cannabis rollout, the state’s Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) has dropped its most comprehensive look yet at the market’s performance, challenges, and opportunities. The 2024 OCM Market Report is packed with impressive numbers and lofty intentions, but peel back the layers and a more complicated story unfolds—one where equity goals face harsh economic headwinds, regulatory delays hamper progress, and a […]

Authored by: Veterans Holdings CEO Jason AmbrosinoLast week, the New York Medical Cannabis Industry Association (NYMCIA) issued a press release accusing licensed dispensaries of selling “out-of-state cannabis” and undermining the integrity of the legal market. Read the press release here.Public trust matters. Regulatory compliance matters. But trust is not built through accusations based on incomplete science and selective outrage.After […]

Step inside a cannabis dispensary for the first time and the experience can be overwhelming. The meticulously labeled glass jars showcase dozens of strains with names like “Wedding Cake” and “Blue Dream,” while refrigerated cases display concentrates, edibles, and tinctures at wildly different price points. Unlike the days when consumers were limited to whatever their neighborhood dealer offered, today’s legal market presents a dazzling array of […]

In the back of a sleek Oakland dispensary, a small but growing revolution is taking shape—not in policy, not in politics, but in palates.Here, customers aren’t just handed a pre-roll and sent on their way. They’re guided through the nuanced aromas of terpenes, the effects of cannabinoid ratios, and the subtle distinctions between cultivars—all by a certified Ganjier: cannabis’ answer to a sommelier.Yes, you read that right. And no, […]

If you’ve ever watched a loved one battle cancer—or been on that journey yourself—you already know the harsh truth: the pain is real, the nausea is relentless, the appetite is gone, and the side effects of treatment often feel worse than the disease. So when patients say cannabis helps, it shouldn’t take 10,000 studies for the medical community to take them seriously.And yet, here we are.A groundbreaking meta-analysis published in […]

Tags: Cannabis Lounges, Nevada, Cannabis Policy, Legalization, Industry Reform, Small BusinessWhen Smoke and Mirrors, Nevada’s first state-licensed cannabis consumption lounge, opened in early 2024, it was hailed as a major milestone for the state’s adult-use market and a potential blueprint for others across the country. Less than a year later, it’s permanently closed.The lounge, operated by Thrive Cannabis Marketplace and located just off […]

New York’s legal cannabis industry was supposed to be the nation’s model of equity and regulation. Instead, it’s quickly becoming a cautionary tale. And the latest news doesn’t just raise eyebrows—it should set off alarms across the entire industry.According to an April 7 report by The New York Times, New York State regulators are conducting a sweeping investigation into some of the biggest cannabis companies operating in the […]

ARTICLE ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED IN TRIPSITTER. Authors: Tripsitter and Patrick McConnellFrom broken bones to brain injuries, athletes are turning to psychedelics to not only heal faster but also to reach new heights of performance.In fact, a study from last year claimed psychedelics were the third most-used substance class over the past year among professional athletes.Despite growing personal accounts, scientific research on psychedelics and […]

From countercultural whisper to mainstream celebration, the journey of April 20th—known simply as “4/20”—represents one of the most fascinating cultural shifts of our time. A decade ago, large gatherings at places like the University of Colorado Boulder were common, but administrative bans have since changed the landscape of 4/20 celebrations significantly. What began as coded communication among a small group of California teenagers has […]

Gorilla Glue #4, also known as GG4 or Original Glue, has earned its reputation as one of the most potent strains in the cannabis world. With THC levels often reaching as high as 28% under optimal growing conditions, this hybrid strain packs a powerful punch that can alleviate severe pain and offer a much-needed respite after a challenging workday.Original Gorilla Glue has garnered significant acclaim within the cannabis community for its […]

When California-based Gold Flora entered the legal cannabis scene, the company was poised to dominate. Backed by serious money and a sprawling, vertically integrated operation—from a 100,000-square-foot cultivation campus in the desert to marquee dispensaries in West Hollywood and San Jose—Gold Flora wasn’t just riding the green wave. It was supposed to be the wave.But by the end of March 2025, the company had filed for receivership, its […]

SXSW 2025 Spotlights Psychedelics Amid Shifting Cannabis DiscourseSXSW 2025, held from March 7 to 15 in Austin, Texas, prominently featured a Psychedelics Track, highlighting the expanding role of psychoactive substances in culture, medicine, and policy. The Psychedelics Track offered a diverse array of sessions aimed at broadening the understanding of psychoactive substances. Researchers, healthcare professionals, and investors gathered to […]

In the dimly lit ambiance of New York City’s historic movie theaters, the scent of buttered popcorn has long been the olfactory hallmark. However, as cannabis legalization sweeps across the state, a provocative question emerges: Could the future of cinema include the aroma of cannabis alongside the traditional concessions?The Current Landscape of Cannabis Consumption LoungesNew York State’s Clean Indoor Air Act (CIAA) casts a long shadow over […]