For the Culture By The Culture
Weed didn’t survive because it was polite. It survived because it was radical, risky, and rebellious. This cultural editorial calls out the corporate whitewashing of cannabis and drags the worst offenders, including Seth Rogen, for turning the movement into a lifestyle brand. Pot Was Never Meant to Be Polite is a wake-up call for anyone who forgot where this all started.
Cinco de Mayo is misconceived in the U.S. as a celebration for partying, but it commemorates the Battle of Puebla, symbolizing Mexican resilience. The cannabis industry mirrors this appropriation, marketing products without acknowledging the culture's significance. To honor this day, cannabis brands should promote education and support for Latino communities instead of perpetuating stereotypes.
At 92, Willie Nelson is not just still standing, he is still rolling. He fought for cannabis, freedom, and real music before it was safe, before it was profitable, and before anyone handed out awards for it. Willie did not follow the system. He smoked it, sang through it, and laughed it into submission.
Cheech and Chong’s Last Movie isn’t a stoner flick, it’s a raw, trippy confessional from two counterculture icons who shaped comedy and cannabis forever. With Dave Bushell behind the camera, the film blends archival chaos, animation, and unresolved tension into a story about brotherhood, pain, and legacy. It's not just a documentary. It’s an honest trip home.
The celebration of 4/20 has shifted from its original meaning of rebellion and community to a commercialized event reflecting empty promises. Despite legalization in many states, disparities persist, with ongoing arrests and barriers for marginalized communities. True significance lies in honoring the past and the fight for genuine justice in cannabis culture.
The Ann Arbor Hash Bash, held annually since 1972, symbolizes the ongoing fight for cannabis rights and culture. Headlined by Tommy Chong in 2025, it embodies protest and celebration against restrictive drug laws. The event attracts diverse generations, emphasizing the fight for freedom and autonomy amid the commercialization of cannabis culture.
