This article first appeared in the Higher Education issue of Fat Nugs Magazine, published in October 2025. Way before “cannabis education” became a marketing pillar, education was the center of cannabis advocacy. It was the most effective way to undo…
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…
Cannabis and research do not have a long, happy history together. For decades, cannabis research was suppressed by the government as a tool of prohibition. Positive research findings threatened the propaganda of the devil’s lettuce and the monopoly of single-molecule…
“Marijuana is an ancient medicine both spiritual and physical, and adds comfort, equal to any human, in my daily life.” – Sudi “Pebbles” Trippet What do those of us working in the cannabis industry owe to those who came before…
The American cannabis industry holds its own weight in terms of volume. In 2023 the estimated market size was worth approximately $33 billion. Compare that to the American pet food industry, which is valued at $35 billion, and the at-home…
The cannabis industry is shining a much-needed spotlight on the forgotten stories of individuals incarcerated for cannabis-related offenses through a powerful collaboration aimed at amplifying their voices and supporting their path to freedom. A stellar group of organizations, businesses, and…
The Texas Hemp Summit is more than just another industry conference—it’s a front-row seat to a rapidly evolving market that’s quietly making waves in one of the country’s most unexpected places. Texas may not be the first state that comes…
Photos Courtesy of Author The birth of a child, or in my case, two (as I had twins), is supposed to be an exciting time, right? Well, it can also be the onset of trauma and a multitude of health…
Hi, I’m Brian, a new writer for FNM. Lately, I’ve been following cool celebrities online and manifesting friendships through requests for interviews. One of the kindest celebrities to have responded by far was Laganja Estranja (Jay Jackson). At first, Laganja and…
Unqualified Leaders and the Challenges of Cannabis Retail In the cannabis industry, unqualified individuals often end up in critical roles. At Pink Dispensary, I saw people unwilling to ask for help or delegate tasks, creating unnecessary strain and high turnover….
As my layoff date at Red approached, I found myself in a shabby, dust-covered room in the middle of construction, interviewing for a new dispensary role. My resume had been shared on The Blacklist, and “Gold,” as someone called it,…
Read Part I As I look back on my journey through the world of cannabis, I think about how much things have changed in the 30 years since I got involved: the times, the people, the music, and the herb….
