Celebrities who flaunted their pot smoking for decades when it was taboo are now cashing in on the legal cannabis boom.
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Meet the Martha Stewart of Marijuana: Cheryl Shuman
Cheryl Shuman has run the Beverly Hills Cannabis Club for more than two decades, serving high-grade strands to A-list celebrities and throwing exclusive pot parties for the Hollywood elite. VICE met up with the self-made cannabis queen to tour her extensive weed farm, see how she runs her business, and hear how the drug helped her fight cancer.
7 Behavioral Shifts Seen in 7 Years of Cannabis
Change is the only constant. Reflecting on the past seven years in the cannabis industry, I marvel at how much has changed and how quickly it has happened.
The Reality of Marijuana for Minorities Scores a Seat at the Oscars
Award season is coming to an end this month with the 89th Academy Awards airing on Feb. 26, 2017, at Los Angeles’ Dolby Theatre. Two of this year’s nominated films depict the consequences of drug use in minority communities — a completely different experience than that of some of this year’s nominated actors.
Pusha T Voices Support for Legal Marijuana in California
The rapper filmed a public service announcement to make his case for pot legalization—particularly as a path to criminal justice reform.
Artists Come Out Strong in Support of Marijuana Legalization in California
Artists for 64 is being organized by dream hampton and Mike de la Rocha of Revolve Impact and includes Jesse Williams, Shailene Woodley, Olivia Wilde, Shawn “Jay Z” Carter, Russell Simmons, Danny Glover, Piper Kerman, Ty Dolla $ign, Pusha T., Common, Tim Robbins, Michael K Williams and Al Harrington.
Cannabis Odds: Blunt Talk About Legalization
Full-fledged cannabis legalization: is it only a matter of time? Before we get to the odds on the topic de jure, a little context.
5 Ways Marijuana Will Change As It Becomes A Mainstream Product
The mainstreaming of marijuana is well underway. You can see it in the Keurig-type vape pods, the lifestyle brands, and the handbags. You can see it in how people talk about it openly, and how strong majorities want it legalized.
Comedian Ron White Launches Pro-Pot Presidential Campaign
Comedian Ron White, best known for being the one guy from the Blue Collar Comedy tour that people who don’t like the Blue Collar Comedy Tour will admit they like, has filed the necessary paperwork to enter the current presidential race as an independent, and widespread legalization of marijuana is one of his chief concerns.
Chong’s Cancer Returns as He Prepares For New Talk Show
Comedian and marijuana advocate Tommy Chong has revealed he is preparing to undergo surgery for prostate cancer after previously suggesting that hemp oil treatment and a medical marijuana prescription had rendered him “99 percent cancer free.” Meanwhile, he is also preparing to launch a new online talk show.
Zayn Malik Marijuana Pics Fail to Stoke Moral Outrage Online
In an absolutely revolting and completely surprising turn of events, former One Direction member Zayn Malik is now a burgeoning bad boy, having recently posted two moody, monochrome pictures of himself smoking what appears to be marijuana to his Instagram account.
David Letterman to Oprah Winfrey: You Smoking?
On Friday, May , 15, 2015, television and lifestyle icon Oprah Winfrey appeared on David Letterman’s “The Late Show” to say goodbye to the legendary comedian as he prepares to retire next week and discuss, amongst other things, smoking marijuana.
2014 Marked Year of Green for America
As we welcome the new year, let’s not forget that 2014 might as well be considered the year of green for America.
Presenting the 2014 MJINews Power Celebrities
MJINews is proud to present its 2014 MJINews Power Celebrities. We have decided to focus on 15 celebrities that are playing a crucial role in developing marijuana’s image, industry and legalization.
Who is leading the Green Rush? 2014 MJINews Power Players List is Live
CHICAGO, October 14, 2014 /Weed Wire/ — Meet the 2014 MJINews Power Players. These are the 10 movers and shakers that influence investment opportunities in the legal marijuana industry.
Presenting the 2014 MJINews Power Players
Meet the 2014 MJINews Power Players. These are the 10 movers and shakers that influence investment opportunities in the legal marijuana industry. Some are advocates. Others are not.