7 Excellent Cannabis Books to Read in 2022
Jólabókaflóð, or “Christmas/Yule Book Flood,” may be over, but it is never too late to pick up or share a good book. Whether the goal is to reduce addictive screen time, get informed, or both, reading is fundamental. From learning about cannabis economics and regulations to how to make edibles at home, below are a few of the...
Who Won Big in the Golden Ticket Prize Pack Giveaway?
The holidays are a time for giving. Families hold each other close. Single people celebrate their disposable income with frivolous Black Friday purchases, like boyfriend-shaped body pillows or USS Enterprise sushi sets. In the spirit of giving, Cannabis & Tech Today held its annual Golden Ticket Prize Pack Giveaway. This...
Slightly Stoopid's Triumphant Return to the Road
Imagine standing in a crowded amphitheater. The first few notes of your favorite song ring out from oversized speakers. A wave of energy courses through you as thousands of people start moving in rhythm. The shared connection is unmistakable. There is no feeling in the world quite like enjoying a live concert on a summer...
The Perfect Quick and Easy Alternative Avocado Toast Recipe
Avocado toast is the perfect go-to for a healthy, luscious, meal. Crunchy bread, creamy avocado, and the infused drizzle — you really can’t go wrong. The bread choice is yours, as is your infusion method. I prefer infused oil, but you can use whatever infusion you like, just remember that too much cannabis is not at all...
Green Wednesday Cannabis Gift and Sale Guide
Cannabis culture has become so distinct it is launching its own holidays and Black Friday is no exception. Green Wednesday is cannabis' biggest day to stock up on the latest gear from the industry's top retailers. Stocking stuffers and new rollouts abound in our official Green Wednesday Buyer's Guide. Did Christmas just come...
Best Halloween Weed Edible Recipes for Your Party
Cannabis is an excellent complement to a scary Halloween night when you can unleash your imagination in a cheerful atmosphere. Marijuana can turn the holiday celebration into something special. The most popular weed edible Halloween treats include candies, chocolate, gummies, cocktails, cookies and multiple pastries, and other...
'Delta-88' Gummy Worms Found in Halloween Candy
A 5-year-old in St. Charles, Missouri received a package containing two "Delta-88" brand THC gummy worms during a “trunk-or-treat” event. Tiffany Burroughs, mother of three, took her children to a Halloween event on Saturday, Oct. 8., at JJ’s Restaurant in St. Charles. The event is an add-on to the restaurant's monthly car...
CanEx returns to the Montego Bay Convention Center in Jamaica
The business conference and expo features several surprising keynotes. CanEX returns to Jamaica for its fifth annual installment of lively conversation, presentations, and networking at the Montego Bay Convention Center from September 15 to 17. As a Trinidadian and native New Yorker, CanEx CEO Douglas K. Gordon...
Pete Holmes Says Cannabis Users Ask the Best Questions
I’ve been practicing mindfulness and meditation for just over a year. The recurring lesson is life happens now. It doesn’t start when the next deadline passes or when that thing with the bank works out. It’s not on pause until you can get the laundry done or until the hardware store has those parts back in stock. Life and...
Hollywood Undead Resumes Touring Amid New Grow Op
Nu-metal group Hollywood Undead is back on tour and grateful to put the restrictions of the pandemic behind them. While touring was on hiatus the band was busy crafting their new album Hotel Kalifornia, which debuted August 12. Two of Hollywood Undead’s founding members have also been immersed in another, less musical, venture....
CBD Day 2022: Your Guide to the Best CBD Gear
That’s right, CBD has its own official calendar day. And why shouldn’t it? If National Buffet Day is a thing, it’s only right CBD gets its day in the sun for all of the benefits it has provided consumers over the years. Because of its anti-inflammation, anti-anxiety, muscle recovery, and sleep aid properites, CBD has...
Breaking: Brittney Griner Found Guilty of Drug Charges in Russia; Gets 9 Years
A Russian court Thursday found WNBA star Brittney Griner guilty of drug possession and smuggling charges. She was sentenced to 9 years in prison. The announcement came Thursday morning, some six months after she was arrested in a Russian airport for possession of less than one gram of cannabis. Griner arrived in Russia February to...
Something Edible with Laurie Wolf: Politely Potent Pizza
This gently infused pizza, which can be made in under 15 minutes, is a tasty way to celebrate spring greens. It’s not a traditional pizza. It has no tomato sauce; rather, it’s light and crisp and screams “fresh.” When lettuce and herbs appear on the scene, they are delicate and tender and when they sit atop a crisp crust, some...
Pre-Rolls Are Taking Off. Here’s How The Industry Is Driving Their Growth
Technology in the cannabis industry has advanced leaps and bounds since medical legalization passed in California back in 1996. New strains, devices, and data have poured into the mainstream cannabis community. Even the oldest and most simple method of consumption has benefited from new technology. Rolled cannabis cigarettes, or...
Ngaio Bealum on Cannabis, Culture, and Comedy
Ngaio Bealum is a legend. The multitalented comedian, writer, host, musician, activist, speaker, juggler, and podcaster was clearly destined for cannabis greatness from a young age. Born during the height of the California counterculture, the plant was a regular presence throughout Ngaio’s childhood. “Growing up in San Francisco,...
Closing the Digital Chasm in the Cannabis Industry
The digital divide is a growing inequity in BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) communities across the United States. This divide was made even more apparent during the pandemic. As schools and colleges went remote, BIPOC communities struggled with access to education, lack of hardware, access to broadband, and educators with...
Cannabis Sales on July 4th Set a New Record
Cannabis sales records continue to be broken at every opportunity, and the latest holiday was no exception. I could certainly smell the aroma of freedom in the air over Independence Day, and that freedom smells a lot like Strawberry Kush. The July 4th weekend offered the latest chance for analysts to pore over sales...
Something Edible with Laurie Wolf: Chicken Pot Pie Recipe
One of the ultimate comfort foods, this cannabis-infused pot pie will hit all the taste and feels buttons. If you don’t eat chicken you can substitute tofu, jackfruit, or even a vegetable like cauliflower or eggplant. Just cook the vegetables first, and change the broth to a vegetable stock. Remember that cannabis can take time...
Fearless Cannabis Predictions for 2022 and Beyond
The cannabis industry is rapidly evolving right before our eyes. New states are legalizing and coming online (Montana, New Mexico, and New York), as are countries like Malta and Mexico. Poll numbers are rising every month showing that people of all walks of life are open to legalization of cannabis and the economic and social...
Tyson 2.0 Launches in Washington State With Exclusive Products
Just like the man himself, Mike Tyson’s cannabis brand is not slowing down. Tyson is contending in many arenas these days, the foremost of which is the cannabis industry. Now, the former heavyweight champ is collaborating with its exclusive partner, Mammoth Labs, to bring Tyson 2.0’s suite of cannabis products to 16...
Laganja Estranja Launches New Trans Clothing Collection for Pride Month
As we lean into Pride season, it’s the perfect time to feature some of the leading cannabis activists, enthusiasts, and entrepreneurs in the LGBTQ+ community. Drag Race former contestant and Trans woman Laganja Estranja, who will be dropping her new Trans clothing collection this month, is both cannabis advocate and an entrepreneur in...
The 2022 Emerald Cup a Big Hit in Hollywood
There’s long been a division between NorCal and SoCal, especially when it comes to the cannabis space. While the Emerald Triangle is revered for its sun-grown flower and rich agricultural traditions, Los Angeles has typically skewed more toward indoor hype. For Tim Blake, Founder of the Emerald Cup, it’s time for the communities...
Woody Wins a Willie After Launching Dispensary in Hollywood
What’s your favorite Woody Harrelson performance? He kept audiences on the edge of their seats in Natural Born Killers and Zombieland, he won the hearts of millions on Cheers and True Detective, and now the iconic actor is bringing even more excitement to Hollywood. Last Friday, Harrelson opened the doors on The Woods, his new West...
What Does Social Equity in Cannabis Really Mean?
If I get one more question about the term social equity in cannabis, I’m going to … answer it again, because there’s serious confusion about what social equity means and why the social equity programs being created in states across the country are good for the cannabis industry. Social equity seems like a term that should be...
Mike Tyson Says Cannabis Has Made Him a Better Person
Former undisputed boxing heavyweight champion of the world turned cannabis advocate and entrepreneur Mike Tyson told Cannabis & Tech Today in an exclusive interview that cannabis has undoubtedly had a positive effect on him in his personal life. “You can ask my wife and kids five years ago how I was, and you can ask them...
The Cannabis Connoisseur's Guide to Celebrating Star Wars Day
And May the Fourth be with you! That’s right, the special Star Wars holiday – not the Star Wars Holiday Special – (thankfully) is here once again. And with the recent addition of the Mandalorian canon, we have an excuse to celebrate Star Wars all month long; after all, “This is the May.” What better way to...
Pot Infused Pesto: Laurie Wolf Shares Her Latest 420 Friendly Recipe
Arugula is at its best during the cool fall months. Peppery and with a lovely crunch, a pesto made with this healthy green is full of antioxidants and packed with crazy good flavor. You may think pesto is always made with basil, but since trying this version I am sold on arugula. The spicy arugula is tempered by the mellow rustic...
7 Highly Influential Cannabis Celebrities to Watch in 2022
Celebrities and cannabis go together like Snoop Dogg and weed memes. Who will shake things up in the world of cannabis going into 2022? Cannabis & Tech Today spoke with a few notable personalities over the past year and these are 7 celebs you'll want to keep an eye on. Redman Record Producer, Actor, DJ, legendary MC, and...
Mike Tyson is Heading to Hippie Hill for 4/20
Former heavyweight boxing champion turned entrepreneur Mike Tyson is making the rounds this week to celebrate 4/20 with cannabis enthusiasts across the country. Tyson is promoting his brand, Tyson 2.0, by smoking his way across several states. Hippie Hill He will make his first cameo on 4/20 at Hippie Hill in the Bay Area for...
Unprescribed Filmmaker to Speak at This Year's National Cannabis Fest
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, and suicide are all too common in the veteran community. About 11-20 out of every 100 Veterans (or between 11-20%) who served in Operation Iraqi Freedom or Operation Enduring Freedom have PTSD in a given year, according to mentalhealth.va.gov, and suicide is the second-leading cause of...