For the Culture By The Culture
Weed shops profit from cannabis culture while refusing to hire the people who shaped it. Insurers, compliance officers, and corporate rules punish cannabis users even in legal states. Testing myths, background screening, and liability fear filter out anyone with real experience. The result is a workforce designed to exclude the culture that keeps the industry alive.
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.
California seized $534 million worth of “illegal” weed in 2024, claiming it was about public safety—but was it really? While legacy growers get raided, contaminated corporate weed gets a free pass. This isn’t about protecting consumers—it’s about eliminating competition. We follow the money to expose who actually benefits from California’s war on weed.
Explore the enthralling journey of High Times Magazine, from its radical roots championing cannabis culture, through financial tumult and legal battles, to its pivot towards the burgeoning corporate cannabis industry. This article delves into the magazine's struggle to maintain its countercultural identity amidst the green wave of legalization, highlighting key moments of transition and the future of this iconic publication
