In the heart of New England, where the leaves turn a fiery red in the fall, a different kind of green is causing quite a stir. Connecticut, the land of steady habits (it should be the land of shady habits), has found itself in the throes of a cannabis controversy that’s as murky as the mold growing on some of its products.Imagine a state that loves to boast about public health … [Read more...] about Mold in the Weed? No Problem, See You Tomorrow!
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Puffing for the Working Class: A Labor Day Declaration
Ah, Labor Day—an American holiday that signals the end of summer's lazy days and heralds the chaotic return to the grindstone. It’s a day ostensibly meant to honor the working masses, those brave souls who toil and sweat to keep the gears of this capitalist machine turning. But in the grand tradition of American hypocrisy, we honor them with a single day off—a mere 24 hours to … [Read more...] about Puffing for the Working Class: A Labor Day Declaration
Creating A Thriving Market: The Case For Reasonable Regulations
I recently stumbled upon an article about Norwalk’s latest attempt to rein in the wild west of vape/smoke shops. The local leaders, in their infinite wisdom, are scrambling to slap down regulations faster than a blackjack dealer at The Mohegan Sun. The goal? To curb illegal weed sales that have turned these shops into modern-day speakeasies.But let’s cut through the … [Read more...] about Creating A Thriving Market: The Case For Reasonable Regulations
The Great Cannabis Con: A Medical Trojan Horse and the Launch Pad for the Almighty Dollar
Let’s be clear, right from the jump: the medical marijuana market is a colossal charade, a cleverly orchestrated ruse designed to appease the masses and line the pockets of the few. The supposed compassion for patients? A smokescreen. The real game has always been about the long-term money—big, green stacks of cash, and the medical market is nothing more than a glorified … [Read more...] about The Great Cannabis Con: A Medical Trojan Horse and the Launch Pad for the Almighty Dollar
Dispensary Diversity: Why Ownership Shouldn’t Sway Your Choice
Imagine this: You walk into a dispensary, the air thick with the scent of cannabis, the walls lined with the green promise of euphoria and relief. But instead of being greeted with the cool weed aficionado, you’re bombarded with the owners’ identity. It’s as if they’re trying to sell you on their social status, their struggle, their carefully curated backstory. And while I’m … [Read more...] about Dispensary Diversity: Why Ownership Shouldn’t Sway Your Choice
A Gathering At The DCP
A crowd gathered at the steps of the Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) in Hartford, Connecticut, a sea of determined faces united by a common cause: the rights and well-being of medical marijuana patients. This wasn’t just another protest; this was a movement of people demanding that the voices of those who rely on cannabis for medical treatment be heard loud and … [Read more...] about A Gathering At The DCP
Good Vibes at Bohemian High: A Dabbin-Dad Chronicle
Ah, Good Vibes at Bohemian High—a festival that exists at the intersection of euphoria and anarchy, a place where the spirit of freedom dances wildly with the ghosts of Woodstock. Live bands shredded the summer air, each riff and beat blending into a psychedelic symphony that could make even the most stoic of souls sway to the rhythm of liberation.But the real gem, the … [Read more...] about Good Vibes at Bohemian High: A Dabbin-Dad Chronicle
The Burn N Learn Beach Party: A Pilgrimage To The Beach In The Woods
The sun blazed high in the sky, casting its golden glow upon the sprawling field that was transformed into weird stoner beach. Kiddie pools and bathing suits reigned supreme . Burn N Learn, in all their glory, orchestrated a day of sheer delight and enlightenment, pulling the tribe of stoners from their dens and into the wild embrace of a summer day.I stumbled onto the scene … [Read more...] about The Burn N Learn Beach Party: A Pilgrimage To The Beach In The Woods
Smoking Weed And Going To Haagen Dazs: Happy National Ice Cream Day
The sun hung high in the sky, casting a bright, relentless light over my head. It was National Ice Cream Day, a celebration of indulgence and nostalgia. The idea of cooling off with a creamy treat seemed like the perfect antidote to this summer heat.I made my way to the mall, a place of air-conditioned refuge and the promise of Haagen Dazs, that fine place for creamy … [Read more...] about Smoking Weed And Going To Haagen Dazs: Happy National Ice Cream Day
The Downward Spiral – Connecticut Cannabis Sales Drop
The high peaked in December, with a staggering $27.5 million ringing in the cash registers. The sound of success was deafening. But since then, it’s been a downhill ride, with sales dropping 13 percent. The euphoria has faded, and the cravings have kicked in. The high has worn off, and the reality of the market has set in.Recreational sales, once the shining star, took a slight … [Read more...] about The Downward Spiral – Connecticut Cannabis Sales Drop
