From Chernobyl to The Stars: How a ‘Radiation-Eating’ Fungus Could Revolutionize Space Travel
Few environmental tragedies have been as deeply ingrained in popular culture as the Chernobyl disaster. In 1986, the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant suffered an explosion of unprecedented proportions, earning the grim distinction of being the worst nuclear accident in history. Today, its effects still elude calculation and are the subject of heated debates: while several […]
CHS (Cannabis Vomiting Syndrome) Is Real. The Hype Is Weaponized.
In recent weeks, media outlets from Fox 8 to CNN have turned up the volume on stories about Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS), a rare but very real condition tied to chronic cannabis use. The coverage is loud, graphic, and alarmist. What it isn’t? Balanced. Let’s be clear: CHS exists. It’s a documented medical syndrome involving […]
The Government Just Outlawed Hemp Again. Now They Admit They Can’t Police It.
Congress banned most hemp-derived products, but a new CRS report says federal agencies may not have the resources or a clear plan to enforce it. CRS notes that DOJ already takes a hands-off approach to marijuana enforcement and could treat hemp-derived products the same way. States are preparing to regulate on their own terms, creating […]
I Slammed a Bag of Edibles on My Lunch Break…and Somehow Ended up on the Leadership Team
Lunch breaks hit different when you’re an LA gig worker who still clocks into a day job. Warehouse in the morning and creative at night—my whole life runs on a double-shift timeline, and sometimes I forget which version of myself I’m supposed to be feeding. So when my break finally rolled around, I walked out […]
A Practical Guide to Choosing Cannabis or Psychedelics Journalists and Podcasts for Your Brand
In industries built on culture as much as commerce, the right storyteller can shape how your brand is understood. Cannabis and psychedelics companies do not simply sell products. They communicate trust, purpose, and transformation. Choosing a journalist or podcast to represent your voice is not only a marketing decision. It is a reputational investment. After […]
Mary Bailey Named Recipient of the 2025 DOPE® Award for Cannabis Justice Work
DOPE® is returning with a renewed purpose. High Times and Dope Magazine are relaunching the DOPE® program as an active cultural platform dedicated to community, recognition and cannabis justice. As part of this relaunch, DOPE® and High Timesare presenting the 2025 DOPE® Award, an honor given to individuals whose work reflects leadership, service and meaningful […]
WATCH: Trinidad James & Josh Kesselman On Flow State, Cannabis And The Art Of Living (High Times Podcast)
There’s a moment, somewhere past the hour mark, when Trinidad James leans back and drops it without drama: “I’m not fighting for my life. I’m fighting for my flow state.” It’s quiet, almost offhand, but it lands like someone who has spent years stripping away noise until only the essentials remain. In the third episode […]
Inside The Pre-Roll Machine Of The Future: How Apehex And RAW Rewired The Joint
Apehex, the automated pre-roll system developed by Perfectionist Rolling Equipment in collaboration with RAW founder Josh Kesselman, is quietly changing how joints are manufactured across North America. What looks today like a polished piece of production equipment began as something much simpler: a Saturday morning idea, a production bottleneck and a message that landed in […]
This Single Decision Keeps $10 Billion in Weed Money Out of America’s Economy—Every Year
As cannabis becomes a booming global industry, America is stuck on the sidelines. While countries like Canada, Portugal and Colombia ship products around the world, U.S. federal laws block companies from exporting — and that delay could be costing up to $10 billion a year in lost trade, jobs and influence. When I first asked […]
Cannabis Use in Seniors Linked to Stronger Cognition and Less Binge Drinking
Two new peer-reviewed studies are inviting people to rethink how cannabis interacts with aging, health and everyday behavior. One study reports that older adults with a history of cannabis use perform better on several cognitive tests than non-users. Another finds that adults who live close to licensed cannabis retailers are less likely to engage in […]