For the Culture By The Culture
From hemp crackdowns and deadly federal raids to Pennsylvania’s legalization push and a win for veterans, this week in weed was chaos on repeat. Pot Culture Magazine breaks it down and rates the highs, lows, and outright disasters in Reefer Report Card Vol. 06.
In this exclusive interview, Chris Simunek, former Editor in Chief of High Times, reflects on the outlaw era of cannabis culture when speaking up about weed was a risk, not content. He takes us inside the raw and rebellious movement that existed before legalization and corporate cannabis.
Counterfeit cannabis is flooding legal and gray markets worldwide. Toxic THC vapes, fake edibles disguised as candy, and hemp sprayed with synthetic cannabinoids are putting consumers at risk. This investigative report exposes how counterfeit weed products are endangering public health, destroying trust in the cannabis industry, and exploiting legal loopholes while regulators fall behind.
Weed culture didn’t just happen; it was built in smoke-filled rooms, protest rallies, and courtroom battles. From 420’s origin to corporate takeovers that nearly killed it, these are the moments that shaped cannabis history. Discover how legends like Jack Herer, Steve Hager, and the Waldos created a movement bigger than any strain.
Delta-8 THC is everywhere, from gas stations to gummies, but the legal high might not last. Pot Culture digs into the hemp loophole that birthed this billion-dollar industry, the lawsuits, the bans, and the federal crackdown looming on the horizon. If you think delta-8 is safe and legal, think again. Regulators are circling, and the market’s days are numbered.
Steve Hager transformed High Times from a chaotic drug tabloid into a spiritual and cultural force for cannabis. Discover how he created the Cannabis Cup, popularized 420, and built the foundation of modern cannabis culture in this deep dive into his legacy.
