Cannabis Reform: Breaking Stigma in the South by Changing the Conversation
Cannabis reform in Georgia? It’s not something you’d typically associate with the Southern state, but one county is quietly leading the charge. Dispensaries like Trulieve, Botanical Sciences, and Fine Fettle are rewriting the story, offering patients life-changing medicine and educating the public about the true potential of cannabis. In this article, we’ll explore how one…
From America’s Hero to Outlaw to the Key to Sustainable Future
“Hemp is the only plant that can feed you, house you, clothe you, and heal you,” declares Jack Herer, a renowned hemp activist and author of The Emperor Wears No Clothes. For centuries, hemp has shaped America’s history, from crafting essential ropes and sails for sailors to driving the creation of sustainable materials. Industrial hemp…
Georgia’s Cannabis Revolution: From Haleigh’s Hope to Expanded Access in 2025
Georgia can now open more medical dispensaries, but is the cure for patient access to cannabis? Since 2015, access to Georgia’s medical cannabis has transformed from rigid prohibition to cautious acceptance, driven by the steadfast determination of patients, families, and veterans seeking better treatment options. Advocacy groups have become the leading voices, highlighting the therapeutic…
Rebranding Weed: The Implicit Associations of Cannabis
In 2024, the U.S. cannabis industry is soaring with a projected economic impact of $112.4 billion, while approximately 40,000 people remain incarcerated for cannabis offenses. This contradiction demands reform for individuals like Edwin Rubis, Michael Thompson, and many other people who’ve been punished for possessing ‘weed’ or ‘za’ while cannabis is a profitable industry. Even…
Ego Tripping into the Business of Cannabis: Lessons from BCB Mastermind
Photos Courtesy of the Author According to Gnosticism, the ego is the divine spark within. But it’s challenging to recognize your worth when the impact of cannabis’ projected $53.5 billion industry isn’t seen in your community. My experience at the 2024 BCB Mastermind Northeast Cohort in Boston transformed my entrepreneurial journey, revealing that my struggles…
The Plug for Patients: Community Pop-Ups or Open Air Drug Markets?
The $150 million class action lawsuit against 14 cannabis brands for mislabeling THC as hemp in Georgia highlights the uncertain legal status of cannabis in Atlanta. You can smell the complex tapestry of state and local laws, societal perceptions, and the burgeoning potential of a legal market in the air. Georgia finds itself at a…