For the Culture By The Culture
Mardi Gras and marijuana have been partners in crime for over a century, from the jazz clubs of the 1920s to the streets of the French Quarter today. But while New Orleans embraces excess, the law still has a double standard when it comes to weed. This is the story of how cannabis became a silent guest at the biggest party in the world—and why it’s time to make it official.
The $444 billion cannabis industry is coming—but not for you. While legacy growers and independent brands fight for survival, Big Tobacco, Big Pharma, and Wall Street are staking their claim. Who wins, who loses, and what the future of weed really looks like. Spoiler: It’s not as green as they promised.
Hemp-derived THC drinks are flooding the market as cannabis companies exploit legal gray areas following the 2018 Farm Bill. Major players like Trulieve and Curaleaf are bypassing dispensary regulations and taxation to deliver these products directly to consumers. This trend is creating irony for lawmakers while providing new legal options for the public.
Cheech & Chong, the godfathers of stoner comedy, take their final bow with Cheech & Chong’s Last Movie, a documentary chronicling their legendary careers and impact on cannabis culture. With exclusive interviews, unseen footage, and reflections on their journey, this film is a nostalgic trip for fans and a history lesson for newcomers. Releasing on 4/20, this is one last ride with the originals.
Mississippi’s latest $1 million marijuana bust isn’t a win—it’s proof that prohibition still fuels the black market. The weed was legal in California, illegal in Mississippi, and bound for North Carolina, highlighting how outdated laws keep real reform from happening.
Cannabis smoke contains some of the same carcinogens as tobacco, but does that mean it causes cancer? Science says it’s not that simple. While combustion produces harmful compounds, cannabinoids may offer protective benefits. Learn the facts, bust the myths, and discover safer ways to get high without frying your lungs.
