In the grand tradition of Cracked-Pot journalism, let’s take a moment to consider the absurdity of our priorities. Here we are, in the midst of a green rush, where the entrepreneurial spirit has been ignited by the sweet scent of cannabis. And what’s the latest development? Another dispensary, a veritable Shangri-La of weed, sprouting up in Norwalk. Because, of course, what … [Read more...] about The Chronicles Of Absurdity: Where Supply Meets Demand (Or Not)
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Cannabis Boot Camps and Workforce Training: A Dabbin-Dad Journey into Connecticut’s Green Education
HARTFORD, CT — We’re about to dive headfirst into the kaleidoscopic vortex of Connecticut’s cannabis business scene. Picture this: a state where the grass is greener, the regulations are hazier, and the entrepreneurial spirit is higher than a kite at a Snoop concert. Welcome to the land of “Cannabis Boot Camps,” where the SEC (no, not the football conference, but the … [Read more...] about Cannabis Boot Camps and Workforce Training: A Dabbin-Dad Journey into Connecticut’s Green Education
Ombudsman? Do We Have An Omboozeman Too?
On the grand Connecticut cannabis carousel, the powers that be have crowned a new ringmaster to tame the wild beasts of bureaucracy and give voice to the voiceless greenery aficionados. Enter Erin Gorman Kirk, the freshly minted Cannabis Ombudsman, a title so rare it might as well be a unicorn in the land of Uncle Sam.With a salary that could make a Wall Street banker blush, … [Read more...] about Ombudsman? Do We Have An Omboozeman Too?
Connecticut’s Cannabis Controversy: The Theraplant Investigation
In the grand circus of life, there’s always a new act to keep us entertained. And today, ladies and gentlemen, we turn our attention to our great state of Connecticut, where the green leaves of controversy are rustling in the wind.Enter Theraplant, the first cannabis producer in the state. Ah, Theraplant, the pioneer, the trailblazer, the one who dared to tread where no one had … [Read more...] about Connecticut’s Cannabis Controversy: The Theraplant Investigation
From Weedtopia To Wordsmith: My Unlikely Journey Into Writing
I was recently asked by a curious reader about how and why I became a writer. A simple question, really. But one that requires a tangled web of backstory, serendipity, and pure chaos to answer properly. So buckle up, dear reader. This is my personal Vostok 1, my flight of Gagarin, my own epic journey into the unknown.It all kicked off in April of 2012, when I got a call that … [Read more...] about From Weedtopia To Wordsmith: My Unlikely Journey Into Writing
Don’t Let Your Bong Water Kill You.
In the heart of Connecticut, a 25-year-old cannabis enthusiast faced a harrowing battle with a rare lung disease. Legionnaires' disease, an ancient bacterial foe, had invaded his lungs, leaving him writhing in agony. His symptoms were a cacophony of suffering: days of relentless coughing, confusion, vomiting, and crippling pain. The culprit? Legionella bacteria, lurking in the … [Read more...] about Don’t Let Your Bong Water Kill You.
The Defeat Of The Jedi And His LegalSaber: A HighBazaar Chronicle
In the heart of Hamden, Connecticut, where the scent of rebellion lingers as thick as the smoke in the air, the HighBazaar cannabis parties have become the stuff of local legend. It’s a place where the green fairy flutters freely, and the patrons, a motley crew of seekers and sages, gather to celebrate the leafy muse in all her glory. But No! The state’s iron fist, clad … [Read more...] about The Defeat Of The Jedi And His LegalSaber: A HighBazaar Chronicle
Smoke Signals: The Unhinged Uprising of Cannabis in the Land of the Free
The air is thick with the scent of change, my friends. The federal leviathan, in its infinite wisdom, appears to be teetering on the precipice of reclassifying our beloved Mary Jane. This isn’t some half-baked rumor, mind you. This is coming straight from the horse’s mouth, or rather, the mouths of unnamed sources who’ve been whispering sweet nothings to the … [Read more...] about Smoke Signals: The Unhinged Uprising of Cannabis in the Land of the Free
Weed Wars: The Eternal Struggle Between The Empire and The Rebellion
In a galaxy not so far away, where the cosmos swirled with the aroma of rebellion and the intoxicating allure of the force, the saga of marijuana unfolded, much akin to the epic tale of Star Wars. Here, amidst the cosmic dance of power and defiance, the Empire, embodied by the Multi-State Operators (MSOs), clashed with the grassroots uprising of the craft cannabis movement, the … [Read more...] about Weed Wars: The Eternal Struggle Between The Empire and The Rebellion
Connecticut Passes HB5150: The Nail In The Coffin
The coffin lid has been nailed shut, and we are left to mourn the loss of our freedom to choose.It seems like Connecticut is taking a page out of the government's playbook on over-regulation, but this time, they're setting their sights on something as innocent as hemp products. The House of Representatives recently passed a bill with the gusto of a bull in a china shop, aiming … [Read more...] about Connecticut Passes HB5150: The Nail In The Coffin