Hall of Flowers Ventura, 2026 Recap
This was my third Hall of Flowers Ventura. I always enjoy the set and setting of this Expo! The Ventura County Fairgrounds have several open-air halls, where the booths and activations are set up, so moving from one to the other is easy. The grounds also include a lawn area, which is staged with outdoor…
Driver, Smuggler, Advocate: An Interview with Randy Lanier
This interview first appeared in the Prisoners issue of Fat Nugs Magazine, published February 2025. If you are over 40 years old, you can probably recall the propaganda of D.A.R.E., Just Say No, and other anti-drug campaigns of the last four decades. The ads for these programs seemed to be in a constant loop on…
Weedgets Maze-X Pipe Review
I’m a flower girl. The whole process of grinding the buds, filling a pipe, bowl, or rolling papers, with friends, and music in the background is how I was introduced to the plant, back in my analog youth. Fast forward; life happens, surgery happens, and I must be mindful of my lung health now. Luckily,…
Beard Bros LA Live Sesh Event Recap
I attended the Beard Bros Live Sesh in LA, and it did not disappoint! This lucky gal attended the very first Live Sesh in January 2024, and I’m so glad to see this event continue to provide an excellent experience for community and networking. Beard Bros LA Live Sesh Event Recap Location, Location, Location We…
The Artist Tree: Cannabis, Consumption and the Art of it All
While attending Hall of Flowers last month, I had the lucky opportunity to meet and interview Lauren Fontein, co-founder of the Artist Tree, cannabis retail stores and lounges. The Art of it All at The Artist Tree Lauren currently serves as the Chief Compliance Officer for the Artist Tree. She and her co-founders love art…
Budist Blue Dream Tasting Party – A Day in the Cloudz
On a warm, sunny day in LA, I attended my first Budist event. The Budist Blue Dream Tasting Party was, indeed, quite dreamy. The food and flower were delicious, and the setting was casual, California cool. Budist: One Year and Going Strong If you aren’t familiar with Budist , they are a social review platform…
Hall of Flowers Ventura 2025 Recap
If you attend a cannabis event in California, chances are it will be both outside and sunny – and last week in Ventura was just that. Hall of Flowers is one of the most unique trade shows and expos in the industry, and one of my favorite events to attend. Hall of Flowers Day 1…
MJBizCon 2024: What’s New?
MJBizCon, the annual conference hosted by MJBizdaily is a key event in the cannabis industry. Whether you’re a cannabis entrepreneur, investor, or professional, this conference offers networking opportunities, educational sessions, and insights into the latest trends in the rapidly evolving cannabis space. This is year 13 for MJBizcon, so let’s check out what this year’s…
Hall of Flowers 2024
Photos Courtesy of Author I attended day two of Hall of Flowers in Ventura and what an interesting experience for this East Coast gal. Here’s a recap of my recent visit. But first, I want to address one point: I support all women to feel safe, and secure, and not to be threatened in any…
Sunstone and Budist: Wine, Cannabis, and Community
Photos Courtesy of Sunstone Imagine green rolling hills with eucalyptus and olive trees, a community of cannabis and wine enthusiasts, and perfect California weather. This was the setting of the Sunstone Winery and Budist Gala I attended in the picturesque Santa Ynez Valley. Sunstone Winery: A Welcome Retreat Sunstone Winery is stunning – but with…
Caribbean Cannabis Pride: The St. Vincent’s Grower’s Cup
Photos Courtesy of Author I recently traveled to the Caribbean to attend the first Grower’s Cup in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. The Cup is hosted by CannaSVG and AHOCS (Alternative Holistic and Organic Co-Op Society). AHOCS are Island residents who have formed a group to help reduce the stigma and push the conversation forward….