K. Astre

Books

Book Review: Pilcher’s Marijuana Miscellany

A person’s bookshelf says a lot about them. It’s a glimpse into their interests, what makes...

Books

Hemp Bound: Dispatches from the Front Lines of the Next Agricultural Revolution

Depending on where you are in the world, talking about hemp can be a pretty hot...

Reviews

Sneak Peek of “The Pot Barons of Colorado” Airs Tonight

The spirit of innovation is a common characteristic among forward-thinking business owners looking to influence the...

In History

Alaska, Oregon and D.C. Legalize Cannabis, Florida Says No to Medical

It’s official: two more states have joined Colorado and Washington to become states with recreational cannabis...

Politics

Cannabis at the Ballot Box: A Voter’s Guide

This year’s general election is one that will go down in cannabis history. People in many...

Medical

Chile Begins Growing Cannabis for Medical Use

Chile will join the rank of countries making shifts in cannabis reform around the world. Reports...

Culture

The Top 10 Strains for Your Halloween Weekend

Put away the tried-and-true buds that get smoked on any regular night and pull out some...

Grow

Italian Army Will Begin Growing Pot Next Year

The benefits of medical marijuana are becoming more and more difficult to disprove. From cancer to...

Industry Events

Playwright Challenges Cannabis Stereotypes in “Character References”

Actress, activist, author and cannabis cooperative owner, Sherry Glaser, has a lot on her plate these...

Cultivation

Moon Magic: How Lunar Planting Affects Cannabis

In the vast blackness of space, a roaring hot sphere of fire commands the attention of...

Politics

Global Leaders Gather to Condemn Drug War

Ryan Grim, Huffington Post’s Washington bureau chief, moderated a discussion between members of the Global Commission...

Joint Opinions

The Cannabis and Creativity Connection

It’s no secret that many of the world’s greatest thinkers, creators and artists throughout history have...

Economics

There’s an App for That

If you have been a California resident during this golden age of cannabis awareness, thank your...

Industry Events

A-Plus from Hieroglyphics Talks Dabs, Dispensaries and Doing Chalice California

Some people prefer to toke, some are more inclined to taste, others are just into topicals...

Joint Opinions

Do’s and Don’ts for the Fourth of July Weekend

Everyone was ready. The blunt was lit and glowing with every puff. Smoke swirled in the...

In History

Washington Plans to Open Marijuana Retail Stores

Jar of cannabis from Evergreen Buds and Glass Dispensary in Seattle, Washington. Photo by Taylor Kent...

Medical

$9M to Go to Medical Marijuana Research in Colorado

In an effort to bridge the gap between science and politics, Colorado has just approved the...

Books

The Pot Book: A Complete Guide to Cannabis

“The Pot Book: A Complete Guide to Cannabis” provides a political and scientific look into the...