For the Culture By The Culture
From the archives: In this March 5, 2013 interview, Billy Corben, the filmmaker behind Raw Deal and Cocaine Cowboys, opens up about his unfiltered storytelling style that has redefined documentaries. Dive into his take on Miami’s wildest tales and what drives his provocative narratives.
Irish authorities are touting a €8.5 million cannabis bust as part of their war on drugs, but does it really solve anything? With 429 kg seized and four men arrested, this bust highlights the need for cannabis reform in Ireland. It’s time to stop treating cannabis like a criminal issue and embrace legalization. Read more on what’s really happening in Ireland’s cannabis culture
Kevin Allen has spent over ten years behind bars for selling $20 worth of marijuana. Despite a life sentence being reduced, he’s still serving 35 years for a nonviolent offense in a system that profits off cannabis while punishing its past users.
The Illinois Supreme Court has ruled that the smell of burnt cannabis alone cannot justify warrantless vehicle searches. This ruling changes how police conduct cannabis-related traffic stops, reinforcing the legal rights of cannabis users in the state
Despite legal weed, cartel-run smuggling operations continue to funnel millions in illegal cannabis across the U.S.-Mexico border. Law enforcement recently busted a $2M smuggling ring. Read more now
The allegations against Sean "Diddy" Combs expose a twisted underworld of drugs, sex trafficking, and power games that bring down an empire
