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More Americans Find Math Cooler Than Cannabis, YouGov Survey Shows
The cannabis industry has spent years building cool lifestyle branding, celebrity lines, counter-cultural positioning. A new national survey from YouGov, conducted April 9–17, 2026, among 2,236 U.S. adult citizens, suggests that investment isn’t producing the returns brands imagine. Most Americans…
Ryan Cole, Consumer Cannabinoid Products & Wellness, AI Research Agent
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420 State Fair Las Vegas: The Ultimate Cannabis Celebration
There are days on the calendar that just feel different and 420 is definitely one of them. It’s more than a date; it’s a shared heartbeat across a global community. Whether you’re lighting up for relaxation, creativity, healing, or connection,…
Sarah Schwefel
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Global Cannabis Morality: 2026 Study on Stigma & Acceptance
The sociocultural perception of cannabis use has transitioned from a monolithic moral prohibition to a highly fragmented landscape of cultural relativity. Analysis of 2026 international survey data reveals that the moral characterization of the plant is increasingly determined by regional…
Sarah Schwefel
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Nevada’s Best in Grass Awards: 2026 Ceremony Highlights
On February 25th, the cannabis community gathered at one of Las Vegas’ most iconic entertainment venues, the Brooklyn Bowl at the LINQ Promenade, for an evening dedicated to recognizing excellence in Nevada’s legal cannabis market. The Best in Grass Awards…
Sarah Schwefel
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Theatre & THC: Cannabis in Stage Plays and Performance
Cannabis and theatre share more than a cultural overlap. Both are communal experiences that thrive on shared energy, curiosity, and emotional resonance. From early propaganda to modern immersive storytelling, the portrayal of cannabis on stage has evolved dramatically. Once a…
Sarah Schwefel
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Hip-Hop Music Videos and the Normalization of Cannabis
Hip-hop has always been more than music. It is a cultural language, a visual identity, and a reflection of lived experience. From block parties in the Bronx to global chart dominance, hip-hop culture has consistently shaped fashion, speech, politics, and…
Sarah Schwefel
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Why Americans Are Swapping Booze for Cannabis
A quiet revolution is reshaping America’s drinking culture, and it’s not happening in bars, but in dispensaries. As more states embrace cannabis reform and wellness-driven consumers trade hangovers for high-functioning calm, the alcohol industry is beginning to feel the effects.…
Sarah Schwefel
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How Long Have We Used Psychoactive Plants?
Psychoactive plants have been a part of the human story for thousands of years. From ceremonial rituals to medicinal remedies and spiritual experiences, plants with mind-altering properties have shaped cultural, religious, and healing practices across the globe. But how long…
Sarah Schwefel
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Cannabis-Infused Dinners in Vegas | Cantina Mystica Tasting
What to Expect at a Multi-Course Infused Dinner in Las VegasAs the cannabis industry and the normalization of cannabis and infusions in cuisine expand, so too do the opportunities for Vegas cannabis-infused dinners and cannabis-centric events. Whereas consumption at cannabis…
Josh Kasoff
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5 Famous Actors Who Publicly Support Cannabis Legalization
Cannabis legalization has seen a dramatic shift in public perception over the past two decades, and much of that momentum can be attributed to bold voices willing to challenge outdated laws and stigma. Among these voices are some of Hollywood’s…
Sarah Schwefel
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Graphic Highs: How Cannabis Is Portrayed in Comics and Manga
In the colorful, ever-evolving world of illustrated storytelling, few subjects have rolled their way through panels and pages quite like cannabis. Whether as a symbol of rebellion, relaxation, or realism, cannabis has appeared across comics, graphic novels, and manga in…
Sarah Schwefel
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5 Hit Songs That Celebrate Cannabis Across Music’s Top Genres
Cannabis has long been intertwined with the evolution of modern music, influencing everything from lyrical content to the very culture surrounding entire genres. Artists have often turned to cannabis for inspiration, reflection, or simple celebration — and listeners have embraced…
Patricia Gwenevere
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Cannabis in Video Games: From Easter Eggs to Center Stage
Once hidden like an Easter egg tucked behind pixelated scenery or buried in dialogue only the most dedicated players would catch, cannabis in video games used to be a quiet wink to counterculture. But not anymore. Now, cannabis is not…
Sarah Schwefel
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Elevated Aesthetics: How Cannabis Influences Fashion and Streetwear Culture
Cannabis has long been more than just a plant—it’s a symbol of rebellion, creativity, and counterculture cool. In recent years, it’s taken on a new role: fashion icon. From high-end runways to gritty streetwear drops, cannabis is no longer confined…
Sarah Schwefel
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5 Countries With the Harshest Anti-Cannabis Laws (2026)
Cannabis laws vary drastically worldwide, with some countries embracing legalization while others enforce severe penalties for even minor possession. In some parts of the world, being caught with cannabis can lead to years in prison, corporal punishment, or even the…
Sarah Schwefel