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The Raphael of Reggae Damian Marley has reggae music in his blood, and now his passion for cannabis has led him into another business.
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Tying the Knot Wedding industry traditions are changing, and we have a few tips for every cannabis bride and groom to use when planning their special day.
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Make Me a Match Molly Peckler is a cannabis dating coach who helps cannabis-loving people find lasting true love.
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Colorful Creator Ă„ngie is a rebellious and fearless Swedish pop star with a strong love for cannabis.
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nuggetS Watsonville Permits Medical Cannabis Cultivation
The Watsonville City Council decided to allow only medical cannabis cultivation during its January 10 meeting. They did so after contemplating four separate versions of ordinances. Many people at the meeting expressed concern for moving so quickly with the city’s cannabis legislation. City Manager Charles Montoya explained the reason for the city’s urgency with this legislation. “The passage of recreational marijuana last year in the state of California, this industry is evolving quickly and what we as staff are trying to do is get ahead of the curve, to make sure that we don’t leave anything on the table,” Montoya said. “As we move through this process, we are trying to make sure that we are not left behind and we have our process in place before the state does. Before the state imposes what they want to on this community.” He continued to share how this law will protect medical cannabis cultivators in the city when bigger places like Santa Cruz County permit recreational cannabis cultivation. Montoya also assured staff members that the ordinance could be amended in the future.
Arkansas will Permit 32 Medical Cannabis Dispensaries Thirty-two medical cannabis dispensaries will be serving patients in Arkansas, according to the Arkansas Medical Marijuana Commission. A variety of other decisions to regulate the state’s new medical cannabis industry were also discussed on January 10, which included application fees, license fees and regulations on cannabis cultivation facilities. The most notable decision was a vote on how many dispensary licenses would be allowed, as detailed in the meeting minutes: “Commissioners discussed the number of dispensary licenses to be issued in the state. Commissioner Roman moved to issue 28 initial dispensary licenses. Commissioner Miller seconded the motion. By a vote of 3-2, the motion failed,” it reads. However, after the motion failed, the commission chose to unanimously approve 32 licenses instead. Some dispensaries will choose to grow their own cannabis, which would require them to pay a $25,000 license fee plus an annual fee of $32,500. Arkansas voters legalized medical cannabis in November 2016 for patients with various qualifying conditions, which include Alzheimer’s disease, cancer, Crohn’s disease, PTSD, seizures and many others. The law went into effect on November 9, 2016, however regulators were given extra time to enforce regulations on the program.
Guam Governor Supports Recreational Cannabis Governor of Guam, Eddie Baza Calvo, surprised many when he announced his approval for recreational cannabis legalization in Guam. His announcement came as part of a veto for Bill 344, which set to permit patients and caregivers to grow medical cannabis at home. At the same time, Calvo also shared the reason for supporting recreational cannabis legalization. “I am introducing this bill, not because I personally support the recreational use of marijuana, but as a solution to the regulatory labyrinth that sprouted from the voter-mandated medical marijuana program,” Calvo stated. “The program was well intended, seeking to provide for patients rather than leaving them in the dark or to the risks of the black market. While eliminating the black market is advantageous, the regulatory nightmare that became the medicinal program would have replaced it with a gray market rife with corruption and cronyism.” He continued to state that decriminalizing the sale, distribution, production and consumption of cannabis would allow them to control and tax the cannabis industry properly. 18
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San Francisco Cannabis Task Force Presents Recommendations San Francisco’s Cannabis State Legalization Task Force submitted its executive summary, which outlines a large number of recommendations regarding cannabis regulation. According to the executive summary text, the Task Force will be active for a two-year period, which began in January 2016. Over the course of its first year, the Task Force has designed a set of approximately 80 recommendations across various topic areas to fulfill its mandate. The recommendations outline everything regarding cannabis regulation from social consumption clubs to excise taxes; the Task Force really puts a focus on fixing social justice issues. CULTURE connected with Task Force Chair, Terrance Alan, who shared that among 80 recommendations, one huge focus was to ensure that a stream of the money collected from the excise tax on cannabis would go toward the outreach and education for people who have been previously convicted for cannabis-related crimes. Alan shared that the recommendation for the excise tax being used for these programs comes at a good time, since San Francisco isn’t currently facing a budget crisis. “We’re able to use a little part of this moment of largesse in the part of the city to really drill into this cannabis question and really give the city a good template,” Alan said. “So I’m looking forward to however that looks.”
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WHAT: Santa Rosa City Council Medical Cannabis Policy Subcommittee Meeting. WHEN/WHERE: Thurs, Feb 16. Council Chamber at City Hall, 100 Santa Rosa Ave., Santa Rosa. INFO: Check out srcity.org/cannabis for details. As the state of California begins to adjust and create new policies around the recent legalization of recreational cannabis, cities must also prepare and develop policies that will both guide and regulate the budding cannabis industry. The city of Santa Rosa has already begun a subcommittee on this issue to ensure a wellplanned, multifaceted policy. On February 16, the residents of Santa Rosa can look forward to reading the policy draft, which will be made accessible
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to the public. The city council encourages the public to review the draft so that they may receive feedback in return. Next month, Santa Rosa locals may begin a dialogue with the council and contribute input to the released policy draft. However, the specific dates for the follow-up meetings have yet to be released. The city council has declared this policy development as one of its top priorities and encourages community involvement. (Kiara Manns)
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and nutritious edibles.” Bercow spoke with CULTURE about his company’s new endeavor into Santa Cruz’s future recreational cannabis industry and the benefits the regulated cannabis industry will bring. “One of the biggest game changers for us is going to be talent,” Bercow said. “With permits and regulation and a more structured infrastructure, we can really start hiring top level talent like you would see in Silicon Valley.” Additionally, Bercow looks forward to other benefits of industry oversight. “Right now we have to try our own set of standards. We work really hard to set standards that we think are really top notch, but obviously the Planning Department can figure out some better standards as far as how to store water tanks or something along those lines. To really tap into that knowledge will be great.” He continued to share that Utopia Farms would also benefit from legal protections from insurance policies that would actually protect his company. Utopia Farms will also have a better chance of securing investors. While there are huge benefits to these new regulations, Bercow also foresees some potential issues. Although the county is issuing permits for large indoor grow operations, Bercow fears that is will be near impossible to find a permitted spot to grow cannabis on a large scale. “Zoning and setbacks are really restrictive. So they have the typical zoning requirements that you are seen in pretty much every city. But then they make it even more dramatic by saying, ‘There is going to be a two-mile buffer from the coastal line.’ So if you look at a map and you kind of look at that two-mile buffer, and say, ‘Okay. Where are these zoning areas that fall within it?’ You notice that most of the map now disappears, except for the mountains,” Bercow said. “And the mountains aren’t zoned correctly for commercial cultivation. They’re not banning it, but they’re really heavily restricting it based on zoning.” Bercow also shared that the popularity of Santa Cruz as a place to live will further restrict large-scale indoor cannabis grow operations from finding an available property that is within the proper zoning. The county is still in the review process of its ordinance, and in the meantime cannabis cultivators must wait to see what regulations roll out. c
CannaTech CannaTech 2017 is happening at the Tel Aviv Port on the waterfront, and it is gearing up to bring the latest and greatest innovative cannabis technology to the masses. Industry leaders are bringing their unsurpassed knowledge to the event, and they will cover the current state of cannabis in addition to what the future holds. Speakers will include various influencers like the Co-Founder and CSO of CannaRegs, Amanda Ostrowitz, Dr. David Meiri, PhD, M.Sc of Technion and Saul Kaye, the CEO and Founder of iCAN:israel-cannabis. These three presenters are just a glimpse into the diverse, expert panel of speakers at CannaTech with professionals representing the various cannabis-related fields of agriculture, entrepreneurship, innovation, finance, government policy, research, science and technology. Meals, refreshments and an open bar throughout the days are sure to bring smiles to the event’s many attendees. WHAT: CannaTech. WHEN/WHERE: Mon, March 20-Wed, March 22. Trask and Reading3, Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel. INFO: Visit www. canna-tech.co for more information.
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he International Cannabis Business Conference (ICBC) is an international event that is touching down in San Francisco on Friday, February 17. This one-day businessto-business conference is an opportunity for those in the cannabis industry to learn more about business models, permits, regulations and more from top state regulators and industry-leading professionals. This year’s ICBC event features one of the most prominent names in American activism—Henry Rollins is the keynote speaker. Since his fame began as the lead singer of the famous punk band, Black Flag, Rollins has evolved into a recognizable and outspoken American activist who advocates for cannabis legalization and decriminalization, among other important topics. Rollins’ approach to his activism is straightforward and intelligent. He is not afraid to call out the prison industrial complex that is flourishing in our nation, and he sees decriminalization of cannabis as necessary in order to end the discrimination that has been disproportionately landing people of color in prison for so many years. 26
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Rollins was on the cover of CULTURE back in 2013, and we were able to connect with him once again to get more insight into what he’ll be speaking about during ICBC. “The topics of cannabis legalization and decriminalization in America has been a hot button issue for me for a long time,” he tells us. “I don’t smoke marijuana, and I don’t want to, but I don’t want you to get busted for smoking it; if you can have a bottle of booze then I think you can have a joint as well,” Rollins said. Additionally, Rollins recognizes that cannabis can be beneficial for those with various medical conditions. “And when you see the obvious truth of how beneficial it is to people with a myriad of medical conditions, should we really be telling an old lady that she’s not allowed to eat half of a hash brownie for her osteoporosis because it makes her feel so much better? I mean, come on. What are you, mean? The discrimination against cannabis is steeped in racism and ignorance in this country at least,” Rollins said. “It fuels the ‘War on Drugs,’ which is a war on the poor and non-white, and I think it needs to stop. So, that’s why even though I’m not a participant in
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the cannabis party, I’m still all for its legalization.” Rollins feels it’s still important for him to advocate for cannabis reform. He shared with us why this event and keynote speech at the ICBC is important to him. “I want [all the attendees] to know that they’re basically culture warriors, and they’re helping to undo years of bigotry, ignorance, superstition, racism and hatred. So this is a bigger conflict, and when they win, a lot of other people will win with them. That’s the point I’d like to drive home.” Attendees will certainly find undeniable truth through Rollins’ insight at ICBC. However, there will be plenty other knowledgeable individuals speaking as well, bringing a very well-rounded and thorough source of information about all avenues of the cannabis industry. Although ICBC is just one day, attendees who want more can attend the VIP Reception on Thursday, February 16. The VIP event features opportunities to network with Henry Rollins, John Salley and Tommy Chong. For more information on the event and to buy tickets, visit internationalcbc.com. c
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Planning the Perfect Cannabis Wedding Everything you need to know about having the best cannabiscentered wedding possible
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our wedding day is one of the most important days of your life. It’s the day you and your partner show the world who you are as a couple; a day to express your beliefs and represent your love as a new duo. Cannabis weddings are on the rise and for good reason—everyone deserves to have that dream wedding, and incorporating cannabis into the big day is a great way to share your mutual love for cannabis as well as introduce cannabis to others in a safe and festive way. CULTURE spoke with three cannabis wedding-centered business owners who have mastered the art of incorporating cannabis in beautiful and innovative ways. >>
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Jasmine Maimone is an associate at The Hazy Daisy in Colorado. While working in a dispensary, she attended a cannabis business incubator event and discovered her love to combine cannabis flowers with traditional floral arrangements.
Bec Koop, the former owner of Buds and Blossoms as well as Cannabis Concierge Events and founder of Cannabis Wedding Expo has rebranded and started a “one stop shop” for anything and everything one could need when planning a cannabis wedding.
Have you had many wedding requests, if so what are the couples looking for? And what advice do you give them?
When couples approach you and inquire about your services, do they usually have an idea in mind or do you guide them through the process of what’s available?
The Hazy Daisy focuses on cannabis-friendly events in the Denver Metro Area. Other than a general color scheme, people are usually too excited at the prospect of a cannabis incorporated arrangement to provide much direction. It gives me a lot of artistic leeway. The best advice I can give to someone incorporating cannabis into their event—follow all state and local laws and be upfront with your venue.
We do both. Our website is pretty educational about the different services we provide. Once [the date] is set, we send them a full blown questionnaire that dives into the dirty details of everything from, would you like a hemp silk wedding dress made? Would you like hemp chapstick or pain reliever to give out as party favors to your non-consuming guests? We try to really look at what their needs are, what their budget is and try to come up with the best package.
What are some of your recommendations for floral arrangements/boutonnieres for someone looking to do an all cannabis wedding?
What are some wedding trends or features that you’ve noticed gaining momentum lately?
The cannabis flower serves as the prominent feature in these floral arrangements, boutonnieres and corsages, so the size and overall look of the flower (or bud) is extremely important. Generally, boutonnieres require a flower the size of a half dollar and a full flower arrangement would require multiple flowers around the same size or bigger.
One of the biggest things that has really taken off since starting this business is the budtending service. The budbar is set up with educational material, you’re talking to the guest about what strain would be perfect for their vibe and their feel for the evening. Making sure that we can help with moderation and discretion and education are three huge points we like to push. >>
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Nora and Elizabeth Sheils run Bridal Bliss out of Oregon. When it comes to planning a cannabis wedding, their motto is, “as long as we are within the law, let’s get creative and have fun.” Has Bridal Bliss received many cannabis wedding requests? And what advice do you give them? We have received a handful of requests from couples looking to host a cannabis-friendly wedding. When we begin working with them we talk about the restrictions, rules and regulations. What are some unique ways you’ve found to incorporate cannabis into a wedding? e have seen a few different ways clients would like to W incorporate weed into their wedding but by far the most popular request is a weed bar with a quality bud tender. We have had a few clients incorporate marijuana into their florals, which is a fun little detail and a client that recently worked in an ice pipe and “420 smoke.” c
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The best advice I can give to someone incorporating cannabis into their event— follow all state and local laws and be upfront with your venue.
Here are a few of our favorite wedding must haves for saying, “I do!” This gorgeous Janay A Eco Bridal dress is a hemp silk blend guaranteed to make the bride the star of the show.
Wedding flowers are essential and this peonies and cannabis bouquet and boutonniere are a classic look.
Here’s a simpler cannabis only version.
Your groomsmen will look dashing with these cannabis boutonnieres. photo by Justin Baltz
Setting up your budbar can be as intricate or simple as you like.
After the big day, these Dank Essence bath bombs make the perfect gift for soothing your entire wedding party.
Your groom will love these cannabis cufflinks by Winky and Dutch.
Looking for a sweet treat? Love’s Oven Red Velvet Edible cookies are a delicious addition to any wedding.
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Cannabis Dating 101
Molly Peckler, Cannabis Dating Coach and Founder of Highly Devoted talks cannabis, love and how to make it last
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What made you decide to become a cannabis dating coach or go into cannabis counseling? Being a cannabis-friendly dating coach is kind of the perfect amalgamation of my professional experience and passions. I have a degree in psychology and I am a people person, very emotionally intelligent, and I’ve always been someone who was able to connect on a very deep level with both men and women. For years I worked as a professional matchmaker, and I helped people find love. How do you work cannabis into your job as a dating coach? Well I am someone who is a
What are some of the most common issues you see couples experiencing when they come to you, and how does cannabis help? I do work with people who are in relationships but potentially having issues connecting over cannabis; they feel like they can’t be completely honest with their partner, and I also work with couples where the communication isn’t there and it doesn’t have anything to do with cannabis. What is your greatest success story when it comes to cannabis as a treatment for couples? One of my favorite clients I ever worked with, she is actually
Sometimes when we are in a relationship our emotions can get the best of us, so you can use cannabis as a way to get on the same page. regular cannabis consumer, and it plays a really important part in my relationship with my husband. I really understand how important it is to many people in their lives and how it should be important in their search for a partner. At that point I was like, “Okay, I had this experience,” and I was kind of living the dream in terms of having my cannabisfriendly partner. I realized how important that is, and how many people can face a lot of judgement and stigma when dating if they use cannabis. I get how that factors into a search and I also really understand how cannabis and networking works in that circle, so I help people locally wherever they are to find cannabis partners that they form romantic connections with. I’ve also started throwing events that are kind of cannabis singles mixers where we do have consumption onsite.
located in Europe. I Skype a lot of my clients, so it doesn’t really matter where you are. She is someone who is very successful, very high powered career, and she always felt ashamed about her love of cannabis. It was something she hadn’t come to terms with, and she wasn’t open with people in her life, and I helped her realize how it helped her fuel her success. I helped her to find someone through online dating, craft her profile, and the person she met was incredibly accepting. Where do you see your business in 10 years? I am currently working on a book, so I definitely want to release a book and go tour and do a lot of speaking engagements and help as many people as I can, and eventually I’d like to have my own cannabis products that focus on confidence or flirtation
or different things for couples to relax and unwind with in the bedroom, different ways cannabis can enhance your life and relationships. I am also speaking with some different production companies about doing a show about my business, so that could be something really cool in the future as well. What do you think could be done better overall when it comes to cannabis as a tool for counseling? If I was a licensed councilor or social worker or therapist or psychologist I would be at risk for losing my license if I talked about cannabis the way that I do, so I think that’s definitely unfortunate. Coaching definitely works with my clients, but I know there are people who are licensed professionals who would love to use cannabis as part of their practices. What advice do you have for couples who are cannabis users and want to use cannabis to help improve their relationships? I would say really focus on the fact that cannabis enhances compassion and empathy, and use cannabis as a tool to communicate, to bond, to spend time together. It’s a great way to gain perspective. Sometimes when we are in a relationship our emotions can get the best of us, so you can use cannabis as a way to get on the same page. There’s nothing better than being able to have a great session with the person that you love. c highlydevotedcoaching.com
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The Sultry and Colorful Rebellion of Ängie Just legalize it, don’t criticize it! It’s natural. Mother Earth gave it to us to help keep up with society’s bullshit.
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Pushing the boundaries of music and style, Ängie is fearless and inspiring by Addison Herron-Wheeler
Fame and success in this post-modern age are not as easily definable, the way they once were in the age of MTV and teen magazines. Sweden’s unique artist Ängie is living proof of this; almost every moment in her career defies boundaries and pushes limits. The singer originally became popular from rapping over Snapchat, and once noticed, she did anything but conform or normalize. She dyes her hair, wears colorful outfits and sings about cannabis, lesbian encounters and not needing a man or a traditional life and more cannabis. CULTURE recently caught up with Ängie to talk about her career and her love for the sweet, sweet herb. >>
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You’ve said in an interview that you got your start rapping by sending out Snapchats. Did you ever make any music before that, or did this kind of come about by accident? It kind of came by accident. I had no idea Snapchat could take you so far. I should have a "Smoke Weed Eat Pussy" filter. Is your hit debut song “Smoke Weed Eat Pussy” a lesbian and stoner anthem? What was the inspiration behind the song? I was just writing a fun song about the 15-year-old me.
Your new song, “Housewife Spliffin,” seems to have a message about not needing a significant other and being happy on your own. What has the reaction been to this song following your debut, and what is the meaning behind it? It is like you said. It’s about not needing a man all the time, but about caring more about yourself. You’ve become almost an overnight success—to what do you attribute this, and what are your plans for the future of your career? I’m just going to keep destroying the internet with beautiful colors; I’m needed, and I’m going show it.
What message do you hope to spread by featuring cannabis use so prominently in your videos and lyrics? How do you think identifying as a cannabis user will affect your career? Like come on—Miley, Rihanna, Snoop, Lana and on and on—everyone is singing about it. What is your favorite strain, and what is your favorite way to smoke? I’m not really sure about the strain, but I’m always rolling joints.
It’s just that I love it so much, and it’s a shame it’s still illegal.
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It helped me get through a rough time when I wanted to kill myself. I was f*cking depressed, and it helped me find my cool.
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So far, a major theme in your music seems to be cannabis. How did this come about?
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spin on the culture he comes from. He has been a part of supergroups and collaborated with dubstep stars, but still manages to keep his feet planted firmly on the ground. In addition to being a creative force, Marley is also Rastafarian with interesting insight into the spiritual properties of cannabis as well as the business and medical opportunities the plant brings. With a new album, Stony Hill released last month, CULTURE was lucky enough to catch up with Damian Marley to talk about his upcoming projects, the power of cannabis and the way of the future. >>
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Obviously, you grew up with music and with an amazing role model for playing dub and reggae in your father. What made you decide to follow in his footsteps, and how has having him as an influence shaped your music? Being a fan of music more so than anything else has shaped me and made me want to do what I do. It’s not so much trying to follow my father’s footsteps, as it is wanting to express myself through music. Of course I’m influenced by my father just like so many other musicians, but I’m influenced by so many other artists too besides by father. It’s really just all about my love for the music. What is some of the music you are most proud of creating so far? All of it. I can’t really single out anything specific. When I listen back to some of my earlier recordings I can appreciate a point in my development and growth as an artist and as a person, so each point is kind of historical for me as an artist and as a person. Do you have anything exciting in the works in terms of touring or writing songs? I have a new album that just came out in January, and the name of the album is Stony Hill. What is the best show you ever played, and in your opinion? There have been too many great shows to really single out any one. To me what makes a great live experience is kind of when the performer and audience are on the same page, and they are both engaged in the show. It’s a relationship where the energy goes back and forth, so the more energetic the audience is, that usually makes the performer more energetic. Who are some of the artists you like the most today? Who are you listening to or inspired by? I am listening to a lot of young people from Jamaica and a lot of music from Jamaica– Kabaka Pyramid, Iba MaHr, to name a few. Dub and reggae have inspired so many forms of music, from underground dub bass in the electronic scene to ska in the punk scene. Do you listen to any of these offshoot genres, and how do you feel about this influence? Well to tell you the truth, I spend so much time in the studio making music, and especially because I’ve been working on my record for some time now, I haven’t really been listening to a lot of outside music, if that makes sense to you. Of course there are a lot of different genres that are influenced. I have done stuff with Skrillex, as far as the dubstep genre goes. Seeing all the influence it has had, it really inspires and validates how valuable reggae music is and how much it has inspired the culture. >> 48
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As a Rastafarian, cannabis is clearly a big part of your life. How does it fit into your life as a spiritual and inspirational substance? I’m a Rastafarian, so it is considered a spiritual sacrament. We smoke herb to put us in a meditative state, to think of thoughts that are a little more spiritual or expressive than the normal thoughts you’d have in day-to-day life. You have thoughts that grow a little more than what is in your day-to-day life.
How does cannabis factor into your creative process and the music you make? Well, usually we are smoking whenever are making music; when we are writing and stuff like that. We get into that energy here and we get into our creative space, so a majority of the time when we are in the studio there will be herb smoking. It is a part of day-to-day life for me personally; I smoke pretty much daily.
What do you think of the mainstream acceptance of cannabis? Do you see any of the people who smoke it as not appreciating its sacred properties, or do you think it should be something enjoyed by everyone? I think that the progress that is being made right now is great, in terms of it becoming medical and it being accepted, and a lot of research is being done. A lot of the healing properties are coming out, and there is a lot more to cannabis than it getting you high. I also think it’s good that a kid who smokes a joint isn’t necessarily going to get locked up or get a criminal record. A lot of people in Jamaica get a criminal record just for smoking a joint, and that’s not right.
Have you ever used cannabis to medicate, or as medicine? How do you feel about the fact that cannabis can be so healing as someone who believes it has spiritual qualities? Do these two things seem related to you? That is kind of what I touched on earlier–the healing properties of the plant that have been discovered now– the research is so early but the benefits that are being discovered so far are great. I haven’t really used it so far for any personal medical reasons, but I’ve heard the stories of people who have been using the herb, children with epilepsy and that kind of thing. We are looking forward to the possibilities that are on the horizon as people learn more and more about this plant. >>
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“That’s cool if they don’t accept it; it’s not for everyone. As long as you don’t judge someone else for using it, you don’t have to use it personally; that’s cool with me. There are a lot of things that aren’t for everyone, and as long as we are all free to choose what we want then there shouldn’t be any problems.”
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How do you feel about how legalization has been handled so far, in the U.S., Jamaica or anywhere else in the world? One of my concerns that I’ve been touching on recently is that the original people who sacrificed for the herb for so long, the original farmers and people who have sold herb out on the streets, we really want them to still be a part of the business. That is my concern, that it doesn’t become something that the corporate people take over, and the little local farmers and hustlers can still be a part of it all and still continue to feed their families by growing and selling the herb. We don’t want to take that away from them. What do you hope the landscape of legal cannabis will look like in five years? Hopefully a lot of other places legalize the cannabis in terms of other states and other countries. Hopefully more recreational will come in and be voted on. And with all this, hopefully they will discover some great cures for illnesses. In what ways are you involved with legal cannabis? How are you either financially tapping into the market, or using your influence to create positive change? We’ve partnered up with a 52
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dispensary named True Cannabis in Colorado to open up a Stone Hill store in Denver, Colorado, right across from the Mile High Stadium. That is one of our first ventures. We are also looking to do some things with a company called Open Grown. So that’s basically what our involvement so far is, in the industry. What would you say to those who still do not accept cannabis spiritually, recreationally and medically? That’s cool if they don’t accept it; it’s not for everyone. As long as you don’t judge someone else for using it, you don’t have to use it personally; that’s cool with me. There are a lot of things that aren’t for everyone, and as long as we are all free to choose what we want then there shouldn’t be any problems. c
“I think that the progress that is being made right now is great, in terms of it becoming medical and it being accepted, and a lot of research is being done. A lot of the healing properties are coming out, and there is a lot more to cannabis than it getting you high.” www.damianmarleymusic.com
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collective highlight explode in size and scope since 2013. The proliferation of patients, products and technology has made this an exciting time in the industry. We’d like to see standardized implementation of safety standards, best practices and education, to ensure a safe and effective experience for all patients. What are the biggest challenges you face in this industry as a collective? Biggest joys?
Barbary Coast Collective 952 Mission St., San Francisco barbarycoastsf.org How and when did your collective start up? Established in 2013, the Barbary Coast Collective was founded by a group of industry pros and San Francisco native sons who saw a need to provide a safe and comfortable place for patients to get clean, topshelf medicine in the South of Market district. What’s the story behind the name of your collective? The Barbary Coast was an infamous neighborhood in San Francisco during the second half of the 19th century. The dispensary lies along the Barbary Coast trail, and our interior design pays homage to that era 56
and history of this great city. Many of the alleys in our neighborhood are named after famous ladies of the era. What does your collective offer patients that they can’t find anywhere else? Exclusive, old vine medicine, the safest best practices, and a luxurious patient experience. We’re the sole distributors of Hagalicious strains, sun-grown, top-shelf sativas that invigorate the patient without negative side effects. We provide as much access to non-psychoactive medicine and products as their high-THC counterparts. We also carry the most extensive selection of quality vaporizers and concentrates
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in San Francisco. We’re excited to open our lounge, which will not only provide a clean, safe and comfortable atmosphere for medicating with the latest technology, but it will also serve as a space for artisans of the cannabis industry to share their knowledge with the patients of the Bay Area. How has the cannabis industry changed since you have been in the business? Where would you like to see it go? We have seen the industry Top-Selling Strain: Cracker Jack Top-Selling Concentrate: Rumpwax Headstash Fresh Resins Top-Selling Edible: Kushy Punch Gummies
The stigma that marijuana unfortunately still carries for some folks. Prop 64 proves that California is ready for the full legalization of marijuana, so it’s up to us in the industry to educate the public about its reality. Biggest joy is just that— legalization, and all the potential challenges and opportunities that come with it. What is the one thing you want patients to know about your collective? We have always been and will always be patient first. Be it our vapor lounge or our philanthropy, our mission is to improve our patients and our community. We are about the medicine, not the media. If someone wanted to open a collective and get their feet wet in the industry, what advice or counsel would you give them? The medicine must be clean. Providing people with clean, tested medicine and the knowledge to empower themselves is key. c
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Kind Medicine is committed to being a leader in whole plant medicine. In time, with greater understanding of cannabis through recreational use, we believe consumers will demand the healthier and more natural options available. What are the goals and vision moving forward for your company?
Kind Medicine (831) 774-KIND | www.kindcaps.com How would you describe your company? Kind Medicine is a diverse group of people dedicated to providing the most powerful medical cannabis products possible. We believe this is done best by minimal processing, responsible testing and respecting the whole plant properties. Our company follows the ideals that prosperity comes from giving back to our community and environment. Kind is not just in our name, it is how we practice our business. We are believers in organically grown cannabis as daily medicine to enhance everyone’s life. We believe that products in this industry should be fueled by love of cannabis and not dollars. What do you offer consumers/clients that others don’t? Kind Medicine developers have backgrounds in science and herbal medicine. Our research has shown that single source cannabinoids combined with their original terpenes and alkaloids is the most effective 58
way to medicate. We offer whole plant, full spectrum cannabinoid organic products. Our method of oil infusion combines traditional and innovative techniques to guarantee all cannabinoids, terpenes and alkaloids are present in the final product. We use the top two labs in California, SC Labs and Steep Hill, to double test every batch. This ensures that our ingestibles are safe and consistent for dosing. We are free from allergens, chemicals, concentrates, CO2 extracts and preservatives. Unlike many other companies, our manufacturing process is done entirely inhouse. Starting with carefully selected organically grown cannabis, we have the ability to control quality at all levels of production. Kind Medicine offers patients a loyal long term relationship with our products. How and why did your company start up? Nine years ago, our founder, an artist and herbalist, found that the dispensaries in her area only sold topicals with
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a petroleum jelly base. She wanted something more natural and created the formula for a cannabis/herbal salve. After sharing it with other patients, she had so many requests for more that a product line was started, Kind Rub. Soon after Kind Caps and Kind Drops were created. Kind Medicine became the company who provides convenient, whole plant, naturally terpene rich products to the market. The amazing feedback we receive from patients pushes us to continue expanding our company. Years later, we have collected hundreds of personal stories that inspire us to keep going. The industry has a need for this type of product. The consumers agree. With the changing landscape of MMJ and recreational cannabis, what do you see as the biggest challenges to your progress as a company? Any advantages? The biggest challenge will be ensuring that there is an existing medical side to marijuana use. Patients deserve the right to products properly dosed to relieve pain, suffering and to heal the body.
Kind Medicine is focused on expanding to new markets including recreation. We plan on continuing to be a leader in organically grown whole plant products. We believe this is beneficial to all. In five years, we see Kind Medicine being available in all legal states both for medical and recreational use. What words of advice would you offer anyone seeking to enter the world of cannabis business? What is unique to this type of work/this industry, in your opinion? Have patience and be flexible as the laws continue to change. It helps to love cannabis as the road can be frustrating. Those who will survive long term will be those who are proactive about compliance. What do you hope to accomplish in the cannabis industry? Kind Medicine wants to be an example of how to prosper and thrive in this industry, while giving back to the community, and enhancing the quality of life for all. Any sneak peeks on new products or news you’d like to share? We have quite a few new products that are currently being developed. We have some exciting herbal/cannabis product blends. Keep your eyes out for our latest creations! c
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Exxus GO Concentrate Vaporizer From newbies to experienced cannabis consumers, this brand-new device is a great option for anyone looking for many hours of vaping. We know from personal experience that when we attend weddings and other social events, many vape pen batteries die so quickly that we have to bring tons of extra batteries. This rig features a lengthy battery life among other great qualities. Users will also enjoy strong hits, a quick warm-up time and much more. PRICE: $99.99 MORE INFORMATION: exxusvape.com
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Cannabis Oil Winter Skin Care Kit Cannabis and hemp oils are notoriously great when used as skincare products for various reasons. These products have been reported as truly effective for protecting skin, preventing rashes, treating psoriasis and providing acne relief. Now you can feel the healing magic yourself with this adorable gift set from Front Range Soap. With body bombs, hand and body lotion, body budder and more, you will be able to relax and find relief for hours with this exclusive line of skincare. PRICE: $19.95 MORE INFORMATION: www.etsy.com/shop/ FrontRangeSoap
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The Chelsea Every girl (or guy) needs a go-to bag that can carry everything from office goodies to cannabis essentials. In the case that you do need to travel straight from work to your favorite smoke spot, this fashionable handbag features a secret, Aroma-Bloc compartment to keep your after-work intentions on the down-low. This secret space will fit all types of cannabis goodies from flowers and glass to edibles and vape pens. The top compartment is a bucket bag with six different organizing pockets, so you can bring along everything your heart desires. PRICE: $295 MORE INFORMATION: annabisstyle.com
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Romantic Bong Lapel Pin This pin literally reminds us what a grandma from the ’60s would do if she found one of her son’s water pipes hidden in the closet—it’s a vase, right? If you’re looking for a unique way to say “I love you” to the cannabis consumer in your life, and you don’t have the cash to spend on a legitimate water pipe (or a legitimate bouquet of flowers), this romantic pin will serve the right purpose. In the true spirit of February, this little pin is high quality and secure, so you know your date can stylishly sport this way into the night. PRICE: $12 MORE INFORMATION: www.etsy.com/shop/ PenelopeGazin
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BEST BUDS Cannabis Necklace Who needs a Valentine’s Day date when your best friend is your favorite person to hang out with any day of the week? Celebrate your bestie love, and gift your number one bud one-half of this best friends necklace. Sporting these adorable necklaces will certainly show your friendly love, while reminding each other of your favorite thing to do together—enjoying some cannabis! PRICE: $35 MORE INFORMATION: www.etsy.com/shop/ SmokiesTokeCouture
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7. ErrlyBird ™ Torch by @HappyTokes Every faithful dabber knows that having your own butane torch can be a very important investment. Now you can dab in style with this special butane torch by ErrlyBird ™. CULTURE writer and Instagram personality @HappyTokes has designed this adorable happy leaf design just for you! There are only 200 of these available, and each torch comes with a HappyTokes print, signed and numbered. Use the code HappyTokes to get 20 percent off. PRICE: $59.99 errlybird.com 8. Faerie Nebula Pendant With the beauty of one million galaxies, this gorgeous piece of jewelry will certainly make your Valentine fall in love all over again. The Faerie Nebula is a celestially inspired necklace, captured in glass. It’s oneof-a-kind and crafted by the talented glass artist Zander Kroft. Strung upon a delicate 14K yellow gold box chain and custom box adorned with a cannabis leaf embellishment, this breathtaking necklace highlights the beauty in the natural world, and will compliment the beauty of your Valentine perfectly. PRICE: $120 MORE INFORMATION: faeriejane.com
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Three A Light
Release Date: February 28 Available on: PlayStation 4
Joshua Haupt Pono Publications Ltd. Three A Light claims to be the only book you need to be able to grow the highest quality and highest yielding indoor cannabis around. The information in this book does cover technical information like temperature, humidity, CO2, room dynamic, equipment, genetics, food and water, manicuring and pruning, and does so with the well designed and easyto-follow instructions. The images are the best part however; gorgeous, high resolution, full bleed images cover the majority of the pages in this book and show you every detail imaginable. It is the perfect mix of a coffee table book and a howto guide! (Alex Bradley)
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Future Politics MOVIE
Horizon Zero Dawn
The Accountant
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Pub. Sony Interactive Entertainment Horizon Zero Dawn is a highly anticipated postapocalyptic actionRPG that takes place in a world inhabited by primitive humans and robotic creatures of all sizes. Join Aloy, a practiced archer in her tribe, journeys through a beautiful but equally dangerous open world to learn where these robotic monsters originated from and what has happened to humanity. Aloy helps to unravel these mysteries while utilizing many different ranged and melee weapons, alongside stealthy strategies, which she uses to survive in that harsh world. (Nicole Potter)
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While documentaries and dramas tend to have a bit more sustenance in them, sometimes there’s nothing nicer than a good old meat and potatoes action flick to get the blood pumping; The Accountant is just that. With director Gavin O’Connor (Pride And Glory, Warriors) at the helm and Ben Affleck, Anna Kendrick and J.K. Simmons in the leading roles, The Accountant brings some blazing shoot outs and some fairly impassioned performances to the table with a blockbuster budget to make it all look as epic as possible. For those in need of an awesome shoot’em up, look no further. (Simon Weedn)
Austra Domino Records Toronto synth-popper Austra has returned with its third album, Future Politics. Though the band started off in 2009 with a serious penchant for the pulsing rhythms and the dusky textures of darkwave, in the years since the band’s music has grown both more polished as well as more nuanced. Though Austra was always attentive to tone and sound design, Future Politics shows the group at its most dense and lush. Laden with brilliant melodies and lyrics ripe for today’s political climate, Austra hits it out of the park with Future Politics. (Simon Weedn)
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Zana Ayurvedic CBD Transdermal Roll-On Topical pain relief is revolutionized with Legion of Bloom’s newest Ayurvedic transdermal roll-on product. Simply roll the applicator on any sore or achy areas to experience pain relief and witness muscle tension and pain disappear. It works great on the neck, knees and ankles (really, any high stress areas), and the relieving effects take place quite quickly. The Ayurvedic blend of essential oils doesn’t leave any oily films or residues on the skin, so it is very comfortable to use at any time. An enticing pine smell radiates from this roll-on cloaking the user with a mild and pleasurable fragrance. The Zana Ayurvedic CBD Transdermal RollOn even took third place at the most recent Emerald Cup in the CBD Topicals category. Legion of Bloom has established itself as a quality provider of cannabis products, and the Zana Roll-On exemplifies its commitment to quality.
Available wherever: Legion of Bloom products are carried.
Gelato Gelato is known as the Italian word for ice cream, but after checking out these flowers it’ll be known as the English word for top-notch cannabis. Lush, dense and covered in trichomes, the Gelato offered by First Hemp Bank Oakland is a premier example of what a perfect hybrid looks like. These dark purple buds are peppered with orange hairs creeping through the rigid and crystallized calyxes. Unlike Gelato ice cream, this flower strain offers scents more akin to the smells of the forest with its sour and piney aromas, but upon inhalation, it goes down as velvety smooth as a spoonful of gelato. Effects of Gelato fill the consumer with instant euphoria. This is definitely a strain to save for the evening; many users report feelings of drowsiness, creativity and spaciness with an overwhelming sense of relief. Keep these flowers in mind for your next stressful day at work—a bowl of ice cream won’t make anyone as happy as a bowl of this Gelato will!
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Rockets Indica Mini Pre-Rolls Need a little boost to get through the day? Or perhaps you’re looking for a quick way to take the stress away? Rockets Indica Mini Pre-Rolls offer a patented organic paper tube and adjustable crutch, which allows for a personalized draw and the ultimate single use experience. Rockets come in packs of 10 and are the perfect single use amount of cannabis, at 0.2g each. The Rockets are filled with premium grade “rocket fuel” by using only the finest craft grown indica flower, no trim or shake. These little beauties are perfect for your on-the-go lifestyle. The Rockets come in a discreet and conveniently sized reusable pack that resembles a traditional cigarette pack, only smaller, and is also durable enough for everyday storage in a pocket. Stylish and easy, the Indica Pre-Rolls are the ideal choice for the consumer looking for a quick dose of cannabis that is short and sweet—just enough to lift your day and your mood. Prepare for lift off with Rockets Indica Single Use Pre-Rolls and elevate into orbit with their delicious flavors and perfect size.
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Kind Rub Moisture Formula Available at: Kind Medicine products are carried.
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Kind Medicine has been a leader of whole plant products for over eight years. Kind Rub Moisture formula was one of the first products created and continues to be a powerful cannabis topical. The recipe is a blend of three salve types. The first is an organically grown indica heat infusion. The second is a custom herbal infusion of Calendula flowers, Comfrey, Chamomile and Lavender. The third type is a proprietary blend of essential oils including Rosemary, Clary Sage and French Lavender. The combination of herbs and oils has incredible regenerative properties. Patients claim pain relief, rash healing and scar reduction as only a few of the symptoms treated. Kind Rub is double lab tested for safety and consistency. This product is available in 25, 50 and 120ml sizes. They contain 125, 250 and 600mg of THC each, respectively. Kind Medicine products are always natural, whole plant and chemical-free. Treat your skin with kindness.
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Mother Humboldt Balm The powerful anti-inflammatory properties of cannabis is what makes it such an effective and safe pain reliever. Although most people consume cannabis either by smoking or as an edible to treat pain, one of the most overlooked yet effective methods is as a balm or oil. A sterling example is Mother Humboldt’s 100 percent organic cannabis balm. Utilizing a patented formulation designed for rapid absorption and deep penetration, Mother Humboldt’s formulation works with the body’s own pain relieving properties providing pain relief within five to 10 minutes of application. It has a very pleasant aroma—not flowery—more of fragrant cross between a citrus orchard and a fern glen. The pain relieving properties slowly dissipate over about three to four hours but is quickly restored with another application. Although made for pain relief, Mother Humboldt’s balm is perfect for a relaxing yet stimulating sensual and erotic massage.
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Available wherever: Mother Humboldt products are carried.
Birthday Cake Kush Live Resin Cartridge Next time a friend has a birthday, skip the bakery and grab the Ganja Gold Birthday Cake Kush Live Resin concentrate cartridge instead! Ganja Gold is pushing the envelope for concentrate purity in a cartridge, comprised of 70.2 percent THC and .02 percent CBD. The vapor is extremely potent and terpy flavorful, truly as good as it gets for the on-the-go concentrate consumer with the calming and soothing, yet motivating and uplifting effects of a well-balanced hybrid concentrate. The cartridge itself has a ceramic coil that helps vaporize all your favorite strains to the perfect temperature. Ganja Gold definitely takes the cake with this Live Resin cartridge and should always be kept on deck for any true connoisseur.
Derby Bakery Clubhouse Mint Cookie Wonderful minty flavors pair beautifully with this decadent chocolate chip cookie made by Derby Bakery. The Clubhouse Mint Cookie contains 260mg of THC in one scrumptious 60g cookie. Baked with only natural ingredients, there are no added preservatives, colors or dyes; just delicious natural ingredients and high-grade cannabis extract. Inside every bite, a rush of mint flavor cascades behind robust, chunky boulders of chocolate in a savory ocean of chocolate cookie dough. A buttery cake-like texture begs for the whole treat to be devoured in one sitting, but be cautious in doing so! The cookie is small but it sure packs a potent punch–best to be shared with a friend. Derby Bakery always crafts extremely effective edibles and the Clubhouse Mint Cookie clearly shows that.
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Strictly Edibles Fruity Pebbles Cookie “Yabba Dabba Do!” These cookies are strictly designed for one thing and that’s to be the tastiest and most delicious version of Fruity Pebbles on the market. Sprinkled with rainbow bits of heaven, every one of these delicious sugar cookies is packed full of THC with 300mg in each cookie from an indica-heavy hybrid extract. The extract used for these treats is a cold water hash made with no solvents for the purest edible extract possible. Fruity Pebbles cereal is sprinkled all throughout this rainbow colored confection. Even a small nibble has delightful fruity tastes and the classic flavor of an exceedingly potent edible. Lemon and lime flavors complement coconut flavors in the fluffy cookie dough for a marvelous tropical taste. A subtle vanilla flavor is present as well in this sugary, fluffy and airy cookie. Exemplary an all fronts, Strictly Edibles does a Yabba Dabba Do-licious job with the Fruity Pebbles Cookie. Every edible lover needs to keep a cookie jar full of these confections at all times.
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Humboldt Apothecary Love Potion No. 7 Humboldt Apothecary never fails with their unbelievably potent, tasty and effective tinctures. Love Potion No. 7 is no exception to this standard of excellence—but don’t worry, we didn’t visit any psychics or witches to get this amazing potion. A mystical blend of primarily coconut oil, cannabis extract, damiana, cinnamon and roasted cacao, this potion is perfect for use in the morning. Earthy cannabis flavors are complemented by the subtly savory tastes of coconut and cacao. This allows for a rich and deep flavor that is mild yet still makes an impression on the palate with its unique and sensual flavor. Use a few drops, depending on your tolerance, and drop directly under the tongue or into a glass of water and consume. Each drop contains .29 mg of THC with a whole dropperful containing 8.5 mg of THC allowing users to precisely select how much THC they’d like to consume. Fall in love with the Love Potion No. 7 and other Humboldt Apothecary products at Airfield in San Jose.
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he garden has been empty for about two months and I’m restarting. It’s the first week of January and the days are short, only nine hours of daylight, and much of it is dim. My plan was to visit a local dispensary and buy about 30 clones. I would have repotted them into 8” containers and vegetate them for a week before forcing the instant sea of green to flower. However, I saw a beautiful Shark Shock plant, mostly indica, with parentage of White Widow and Skunk #1, at the shop. I decided to buy that instead. The plant is 24 inches tall with a canopy that spreads out 39 inches in a great circle. It had a lot of side branches, but I cut them and will use them for cloning. After trimming off the side branches and the weaker branch offshoots, the plant was placed in its new home, a five-
TIP OF THE MONTH If you have an unobstructed south facing window that’s not used at night, now is a good time to grow some plants. The sun is low on the horizon so it floods the window with light. It would be best to start with clones or young plants but seeds are good, too. With the natural light regimen the plants will start to flower immediately. Shortening the dark period by interrupting it with light several times each evening (timers help with this task) or keeping a light on continuously will keep the plants growing vegetatively, increasing size.
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gallon container. The plant was growing in a two-and-a-half gallon container using planting mix. The roots were lightly circling the sides and I didn’t want to disturb them. The old container was a little shorter than the new one so I added enough mix to the bottom of the new container so the plant stem sits at the same level in the new container. Then I filled the sides with planting mix. I placed the container in a tray to catch excess water, keeping the space neat. Water that drains into the tray is soon soaked up by the container. I placed the tray on a Styrofoam sheet to block the cold concrete floor from draining heat from the container, cooling the roots. The plant basks in my greenhouse under a 600 watt HPS lamp. This replaces a 1000watt lamp that I would have used indoors, saving 400 watts an hour. The plant absorbs the ambient light and a bit of direct sunlight and it’s a convenient space to grow. As the position of the sun changes seasonally the greenhouse will receive more sunlight, boosting growth as the flowers are in their last stages of growth and ripening. The timer turns the light on a 6am, just before dawn now, and it goes off at 6pm, slightly after sunset. The greenhouse is kept at 620 at night using a gas heater with thermostat attached and a backup electric heater set at 60 0. A minimum temperature of 70 0 is maintained during the day. Over the next 60-70 days the plant will initiate flowering, grow buds and ripen. The buds will be ready to pick in mid-March. This is weeks before March 22, the first day of spring, when the light period reaches 12 hours. c
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The plant had lots of side branches and its roots were beginning to circle the container.
The plant after pruning and repotting. Side and weak branches were pruned and cloned.
Branches were “trained” lower using a horticultural twisttie.
In the greenhouse the plant receives both natural and generated lighting.
Aluminum foil was taped to reflector to direct more light to the plant.
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Bahia Brazil Blazes During Carnaval While most cannabis enthusiasts look to Rio and São Paulo when it comes to Carnaval season, Brazil’s state of Bahia has the most authentic street party scene. Why the northeastern coastal state of Bahia and its capital of Salvador rather than Rio or São Paulo? Salvador’s Carnaval, which runs this season from February 23-28, has historically been the largest with about two million revelers (although Rio has now surpassed that number). That’s because Bahians don’t go for the whole formalized “samba school” format for their festivities. In fact, even the music is different in Bahia with more African influences. Salvador’s Carnaval has two main “circuits” or parade routes that wind through this bar-filled town. Semi-trailer trucks called trio elétricos are outfitted with thousand-watt sound systems that blast axé and electronica music to the frenetic, colorful crowds of dancers and drummers.
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There’s three ways to enjoy the party scene in Bahia. You can go pipoca (or free) by simply watching and participating in the local street scene. Or, you can buy what’s called an abadá where you dance “inside the ropes,” which provides much-needed security. The most expensive—and perhaps the best way to enjoy the scene—is to buy out a camarote for the day. This fixed location could be anything from a bar patio to a hotel balcony where drinks, food and a DJ are included. But Carnaval is just one reason to choose Bahia. Salvador itself is a major tourist destination in Brazil because this lively city situated where the Atlantic meets Brazil’s largest bay (Todo os Santos) is a cultural treasure packed with breathtaking scenery, gorgeous beaches, delicious food, diverse accommodations and beautiful people. Every good thing about cannabis, Brazil and Carnaval can be found in Bahia and Salvador, so what are you waiting for? c
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Cannabis—like all “street” drugs—is illegal in Brazil. However, a 2006 law decriminalized cannabis (and other drugs) for personal use. Rather than prison, offenders are given a warning and sometimes sent to community service or drug awareness education classes. Still, Brazil recognizes “trafficking” or possessing large amounts of cannabis (or selling it) as a “heinous” crime and it could get you 5-15 years in one of Brazil’s exceedingly overcrowded prisons. For visitors, and most especially during Carnaval season, the best bet is to be discreet. Find some cool locals with connections at bars, clubs and the beach. And don’t toke up outside—although while dancing in a crowd of two million revelers, who is gonna care?
Itaparica is the biggest island in Todo os Santos Bay and is known for its literal “fountain of youth.” In fact, people have come to the island’s famous Fonte de Bica for centuries to drink this tropical island’s naturally carbonated, mineral-rich waters. 1
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Can’t make it to Carnaval? You can get a taste of the world’s biggest party once a week in Salvador. Called Terca da Bençao, this weekly procession starts at Pelourinho or the city’s center, where Afro-Brazilian drummers beat while locals and tourists dance in the streets. 2
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Age: 16 Condition/Illness: Crohn’s Disease, Rheumatoid Arthritis and Lupus Using medical cannabis since: 2014
Why did you start using cannabis? It was a last resort. I was really sick and the westernized medications were only making things worse. Did you try other methods or treatments before cannabis? Yes! I sat in a chemo room for eight hours at a time getting IV infusions. I took shots every two weeks, and I’ve swallowed more pills than any 11-year-old should ever have to. What’s the most important issue or
problem facing medical cannabis patients? There are so many issues and problems that cannabis patients have to deal with. I would have to pick access. There are so many people across the world that are sick and cannabis could help them, but they can’t get it. What do you say to the folks that are skeptical about cannabis as medicine? I’d show them my “before” and “after” colonoscopies! I really haven’t been confronted with skepticism though. c
Are you an MMJ patient with a compelling story to tell? If so, we want to hear from you. Email your name, contact information and details about your experiences with medical cannabis to courage@ireadculture.com.
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Fall in Love Again Menu:
Baked Halibut with Lemon Tarragon Mustard
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2 eight-ounce halibut steaks 1⁄4 cup fresh lemon juice 1/2 tablespoon lemon zest 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
For Valentine’s Day, reservations and going out on the town to make some kind of special night for your special someone can be fun, but it can also be a headache and a hassle. Consider swapping the night out for a night in, and have some fun at home. You can spend intimate time together cooking these romantic, exotic and simple dishes together as a couple, and then have some fun with dessert! The gorgeous light meal will be a perfect precursor to the extra fun interactive treat at the end. The simple sensual honey dust is the perfect dessert for any special night with your loved one—it is easy to make and fun to lick off your partner.
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Local eateries with similar dishes: Foreign Cinema 2534 Mission St., San Francisco (415) 648-7600 www.foreigncinema.com
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Preheat oven to 400°F. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, zest, mustard, tarragon and chives or scallions, then gradually whisk in the olive oil until well incorporated to make the marinade; season to taste with salt and freshly ground pepper. Place fish steaks in a ziplock bag, then add the marinade, close the bag securely, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours. Place halibut on a parchmentlined baking sheet. Bake 10 to 12 minutes, or until fish is tender and cooked to your preference. Transfer steaks to a serving platter, garnish with lemon slices and tarragon, and serve immediately.
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1 cup cornstarch Directions In a food processor or blender, pulse vanilla powder and cornstarch until combined. Very slowly add honey while blending on medium, until all honey is added and the mixture is fully combined. Apply to body with hands or make a feather duster to apply it with. Legal Disclaimer Publishers of this publication are not making any representations with respect to the safety or legality of the use of medical marijuana. The recipes listed here are for general entertainment purposes only, and are intended for use only where medical marijuana is not a violation of state law. Edibles can vary in potency while a consumers’ weight, metabolism and eating habits may affect effectiveness and safety. Ingredient management is important when cooking with cannabis for proper dosage. Please consume responsibly and check with your doctor before consumption to make sure that it is safe to do so.
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NORCAL NOW! event listings
Valentine’s Weekend Laugh Fest, Feb. 10 There’s an old saying that if you can make someone laugh, then you can make them do anything. We say, if you want to have a memorable and successful date night, bring your partner somewhere they can’t help but laugh, like the Valentine’s Weekend Laugh Fest. It’ll be less pressure on you and the jokes will definitely be better than what you would’ve come up with. Paramount Theatre, Oakland www.paramounttheatre.com San Francisco Chinese New Year Festival & Parade, Feb. 11 As one of the most cherished events in San Francisco, this parade started back in the 1860s, and the city still celebrates Chinese culture to this day. Prepare for a delightful sensory overload of colorful costumes, adorned floats, exploding firecrackers and more. Parade Starts at Second and Market Street, San Francisco chineseparade.com Back to Black: A Tribute to Amy Winehouse, Feb. 11 Amy Winehouse might have passed away too young, but her music lives on, inspiring fans every day with her gorgeous voice and emotional lyrics. This tribute for Amy Winehouse will remind fans everywhere why her music and legacy will never be forgotten. The Cellar Door, Visalia cellardoor101.com
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Reel Big Fish and Anti-Flag, Feb. 13 American ska-punk band, Reel Big Fish, is joining forces with the epic American punk band Anti-Flag. This mind-blowing combination of musical talent will bring memorable hits like “Sell Out” from Reel Big Fish combined with Anti-Flag’s political activism through powerful lyrics. Ace of Spades, Sacramento www.aceofspadessac.com
San Jose Jazz Winter Fest, Feb. 14-26 Start off the season of love with some of the most romantic music known to man—jazz music! This concert series features up-andcoming, live artists in addition to living legends, all who are important contributors to musical genres like jazz, Latin, blues, R&B and roots. Various Locations in Palo Alto, San Jose and Saratoga sanjosejazz.org Noise Pop Festival, Feb. 17-27 Noise Pop Festival is a 10-day binge of great music, captivating films and inventive arts. While its musical lineup has brought in tons of attendees for 25 years, the films series, designer fair, art shows and happy hours are also key features of this event. Various Locations in Oakland and San Francisco lineup.noisepop.com Meet the Brewers Craft Beer Festival, Feb. 18 Craft beer lovers and local
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Still rocking an impressive solo career, Sting is the talented singer and songwriter who was the lead singer for The Police back in the day. Now he continues to dominate the stage as part of his 54th and 9th Tour. The Masonic, San Francisco sfmasonic.com shoppers unite for this frothy event, which features local brews from Monterey to Livermore. There will be more than 30 breweries pouring some of NorCal’s finest beers, while live music and delicious foods will add to the celebration. Hermitage Brewing Company, San Jose hermitagebrewing.com
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Weird LEAD STORY u Radical dentistry was on display in November in London’s Science Gallery, where installations offered “art-science collaborations”— including Taiwan artist KuangYi Ku’s “Fellatio Modification Project.” Former dentist Ku, complaining that textbooks on mouths tragically underregard their value in sex, created (the ordinary way) a custom retainer for the client’s mouth but then added rubber “bumps” and “cones” and “ribs” and “ripples” that might be pleasing to a partner. RECURRING THEMES u Whistleblower goes to jail; responsible industry
executives make millions. Long-time Mississippi environmental activist Tennie White is 27 months into a 40-month sentence (for “falsifying” three $150 tests in her laboratory), but high-ranking executives at the Kerr-McGee chemical conglomerate made millions on the case White helped expose: leakage of cancercausing creosote into communities, including White’s Columbus, Mississippi, neighborhood. A detailed investigation by TheIntercept.com in November noted the executives’ brilliant response to the 25,000 creosote lawsuits nationwide: put all the liability into one outlying company (eventually going bankrupt) but selling off, highly profitably, the rest of the firm. COMPELLING EXPLANATIONS u Texas is among the most enthusiastic states for jailing
low-income arrestees who cannot pay a money bail, especially during devastating family hardships, and the four Houston bail magistrates are particularly harsh, according to a recent report of the Texas Organizing Project. After hearing one financially overwhelmed woman beg sarcastically that $1,000 bail is “nothing” next to her other bills, unsympathetic magistrate Joe Licata shrugged, “It’s nothing to me, either. It’s job security.” PERVERT—OR NOT u (1) When police in Port Orange, Florida, arrested Anthony Coiro, 76, in November, he admitted that he had a stash of “crazy” pornography, some featuring children. However, he adamantly insisted, “I’m not a pedophile. I’m just a pervert,” adding, “a law-abiding pervert.” He faces 52 counts. (2) In November in Osaka, Japan, an unnamed arrestee apparently had his sexual molestation charge (against a woman on a crowded train) dramatically downgraded. “Actually,” the man indignantly told the judge, he is not a pervert—but just a pickpocket (a lesser crime). The victim had testified that the man had brushed against her for “3 seconds” and not the “30” she originally told police. WEIRD QUANTITIES RECENTLY IN THE NEWS u (1) Price tag for one round of a 155mm projectile shot from the Navy’s USS Zumwalt: $800,000. (2) Trees killed in California by the now-5-yearold drought: 102,000,000. (3) Recent finding of “water” farthest from the Earth’s surface: 621 miles down (one-third of the way to the Earth’s “core”). (4) Odds that Statistics Lecturer Nicholas Kapoor (Fairfield University, Fairfield, Connecticut) said he played against in buying a $15 Powerball ticket: 1 in 913,129 (but he won $100,000!). (5) Speed police calculated
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Hector Faire, 19, reaching in an Oklahoma police chase: 208 mph (but they got him, anyway). (6) Different languages spoken by children in Buffalo, New York, public classrooms: 85. HARDLY NEED A BREATHALYZER u (1) Michelle Keys, 35, among those joyously caught up in Iowa’s upset win over highly ranked Michigan in football in November and celebrating that night in Iowa City, was slurring and incoherent and told police she was certain she was standing in Ames, Iowa (120 miles away), and had just watched the “Iowa State - Arizona” game (a matchup not played since 1968). (She registered .225) (2) A 38-year-old woman was arrested in Springwood, Australia, in November when police stopped her car at 3 a.m. at an intersection—with a children’s swing set wedged onto the roof of her SUV. (She had shortly before mistakenly driven through someone’s back yard and through the swing set.) PERSPECTIVE u “Sexually-based offenses,” a TV show intones, are “particularly heinous,” but to the small Delaware liberal arts Wesley College (according to the U.S. Department of Education) even an accusation of sexual misconduct is so heinous that there was no need even to interview the alleged wrongdoer before expelling him. (An informal meeting did occur, but only after the investigation was completed.) The expulsion occurred even though the victim herself had not originally accused that particular student. The expelled student’s offense was to have helped set up video for a consensual sex encounter that was (without consent) livestreamed. (The Department of Education accepted a settlement in which Wesley agreed to revamp its code of student rights.)
Tragic Loss
Alex Zavell’s passion and knowledge will never be forgotten
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ur community has been shaken as one of the most knowledgeable cannabis law reform activists suddenly passed away in January at the young age of 25. Alex Zavell was wise beyond his years, working as the Senior Regulatory Analyst for cannabis attorney Robert Raich for the over six years. Additionally he was the Cochair of California Growers Association, and he rightfully earned the title of the Prop. 64 expert. CULTURE was able to connect with Robert Raich, Attorney at Law. “Alex has left us, and in his absence we have a huge void, which nobody can possibly fill. Working with Alex was always a pleasure. He worked for me for six-and-a-half years. I had no problem in knowing that he would rise to the occasion and do a terrific job on whatever task I had assigned to him,” Raich said. Raich can only now imagine what else Zavell would have accomplished if he continued on his upwards trajectory. “I just have to wonder what he would have achieved if he lived twice or three times as long. He did amazing work just in these
short years that he was with us,” Raich said. “There are so many people who never accomplish even half of what he did in his short time with us.” Zavell was known by industry professionals as an essential social justice activist for California cannabis reform. His dedication to doing the right thing showed in his everyday work and throughout his life. Zavell’s Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science was from Emory University, where he received The Humanitarian Award for his honesty, integrity, responsibility and courage as a leader. There will be a public memorial service on Sunday, February 19 at Impact Hub in Oakland in the afternoon. February 19 would have been Zavell’s 26th birthday. Let us never forget Zavell and his countless contributions toward liberating cannabis. In honor of Zavell’s relentless work to better California’s cannabis community, we must all fight a little bit harder for better cannabis reform in his honor. Our condolences go out to Zavell’s family, friends and colleagues who are grieving at this tragic time. c iReadCULTURE.com
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