For years now, I’ve watched as countless individuals in the cannabis industry consistently overstate the industry’s unwillingness to examine and discuss potentially harmful aspects of cannabis consumption. You can see this happening almost daily on platforms like LinkedIn, where people…
A bold new player is redefining how we think about artisanal cheese: Cannalina. This creamy, hemp-infused Swiss wonder is not only a unique gastronomic experience—it’s a philosophical statement about prohibition, innovation, sustainability, and flavor that dares to go deeper into…
Oaxaca de Juárez lounges in the Central Valleys, at the foothills of the Sierra Madre mountains. Here in the tropical savanna, when it’s not raining, the arid, blazing heat seduces you into bars, like a desert oasis. You’ll learn fast…
Those of us in the cannabis industry like to say we’re in the business of cannabis. But really, we’re in the business of community. Isn’t every cannabis retailer? That fact came into sharp focus this past Earth Day, when many…
Welcome to Blunt Horoscopes, your monthly guide to the cosmos. This month is June, 2025. If the spring felt chaotic, or unusually busy, or was filled with false starts or unexpected endings, the month of June ought to apply a…
Last week, I was having a lively discussion with a colleague about mold counts here in NY as opposed to his home cannabis state, California. The discussion got excited, maybe a touch passionate, and I blurted, “Yeah, but the main…
It may have been cloudy outside, but the community and vibes at Revelry Buyers Club were all sunshine. Hosted by ONTHEREVEL, the Basilica Hudson was vibing high with brands, buyers, budtenders, creators from across the country, and the kind of…
CYA Disclaimer: This isn’t medical advice, legal advice, or an excuse to turn your living room into a Phish parking lot. Know your guests. Serve thoughtfully. And please, don’t be the guy handing out 100mg gummies labeled “trust me.” Why…
There’s a stench in the air, and no, it’s not the sweet funk of a fat hash hole slowly burning on warm, sunny, spring afternoon. It’s the rank hypocrisy of the alcohol industry, wheezing and limping into the cannabis space…
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…
Welcome to the Internet. Here is a raccoon learning to play jazz on a cute little piano. Here is a hot debate about whether Italians are white. A self-proclaimed business guru is giving you the secret to effective communication (shocker,…
Sara Payan: Hello, everyone, and welcome to Planted with Sara Payan. I’m Sara Payan, your host, and today, our guest is Luke Scarmazzo. He has been a political prisoner, and he has gotten out. He has written a book, “High…
