For the Culture By The Culture
The legal weed market was supposed to be a win for cannabis consumers, but instead, it’s pricing them out. With dispensaries charging insane markups for weak flower, more people are skipping the middleman and growing their own fire. Homegrown cannabis is fresher, stronger, and way cheaper. Ready to ditch dispensary prices? Here’s why you should start growing now.
George Washington grew weed—or at least, what the government would call weed today. So why can’t you? The same country that puts his face on the money still locks people up for growing the same plant he did. The hypocrisy is off the charts, and we’re diving into why America’s prohibitionist policies are a broken relic of the past.
As of 2025, cannabis policy is evolving globally, with notable developments in California, Germany, Thailand, and Morocco. California will introduce consumption lounges; Germany is legalizing cannabis, aiming to reduce the black market; Thailand has reversed legalization, and Morocco seeks to dominate cannabis exports. Consumers must stay informed and engaged amidst these changes.
Italy’s cannabis culture is stuck in the middle, with medical use legalized and recreational use still decriminalized but illegal. We explore who’s smoking, how the laws work, and what the future holds for cannabis in Italy. Could full legalization be on the horizon
Decriminalization might keep you out of jail, but it’s not the endgame. Legalization is where the real change happens. Here’s why you shouldn’t settle for anything less
Jeremy Madix, brother of reality TV star Ariana Madix, was caught attempting to smuggle 100 pounds of cannabis through Orlando International Airport in February 2024. He and a friend were charged with trafficking. This incident serves as a reminder to abide by local cannabis laws and avoid risky behavior, even in weed-friendly environments
