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<title>Marvin Washington Champions Health Benefits with Leafwell</title>
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<description><![CDATA[<p>Marvin Washington, Super Bowl XXXIII Champion and former NFL defensive lineman, has taken on a new role as an advisor with Leafwell, a leader in medical cannabis telehealth and research. This partnership highlights Washington’s passion for advocating for athlete wellness and using cannabis as a tool to improve long-term health outcomes. After a successful NFL […]</p>
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<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Marvin Washington, Super Bowl XXXIII Champion and former NFL defensive lineman, has taken on a new role as an advisor with Leafwell, a leader in medical cannabis telehealth and research. This partnership highlights Washington’s passion for advocating for athlete wellness and using cannabis as a tool to improve long-term health outcomes.</p>
<p>After a successful NFL career with teams like the New York Jets, San Francisco 49ers, and Denver Broncos, Washington transitioned to championing cannabis reform. His work centers on raising awareness about cannabis’s therapeutic potential for managing pain, neurological conditions, and the lasting impact of traumatic brain injuries (TBI) and chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE).</p>
<p>“Joining Leafwell aligns perfectly with my mission to advocate for the health and well-being of athletes while championing the therapeutic potential of cannabis,” said Washington.</p>
<h3>Revolutionizing Health Benefits for Athletes</h3>
<p>In his new advisory role, Washington will work with players’ unions to integrate medical cannabis into collective bargaining agreements. This initiative aims to provide athletes with innovative health benefits tailored to their unique challenges, such as chronic pain, mental health issues, and injuries sustained during their careers.</p>
<p>The recent <a href="https://blackcannabismagazine.com/nfl-investigates-cbd-and-marijuana-pain-relief-alternatives-for-players/">shift</a> in the NFL’s substance abuse policy—raising THC testing thresholds and reducing penalties—marks a significant step toward broader acceptance of cannabis in professional sports. With Washington’s leadership, Leafwell seeks to expand these conversations, leveraging its telehealth network and data-driven approach to design integrative health plans for athletes.</p>
<p>“By working with players’ unions, we can create a health benefits model that not only supports athletes during their careers but also prioritizes their long-term health and quality of life in retirement,” Washington added.</p>
<h3>A Vision Rooted in Advocacy and Research</h3>
<p>Washington’s dedication to athlete wellness extends beyond individual care. He is also a staunch advocate for social equity in the cannabis industry. His partnership with Leafwell reflects his broader mission to advance health equity and make cannabis accessible as a legitimate medical treatment.</p>
<p>“Marvin’s leadership and advocacy are game-changers,” said Emily Fisher, CEO of Leafwell. “His insights and passion for wellness align perfectly with our mission to redefine how cannabis is viewed in health care, especially for athletes.”</p>
<p>With over 100 providers specializing in medical cannabis consultations across the U.S., Leafwell is uniquely positioned to lead this initiative. Washington’s guidance will ensure that these benefits reach not only active players but also retired athletes navigating post-career health challenges.</p>
<p>Marvin Washington, Super Bowl XXXIII Champion and former NFL defensive lineman, has taken on a new role as an advisor with Leafwell, a leader in medical cannabis telehealth and research. This partnership highlights Washington’s passion for advocating for athlete wellness and using cannabis as a tool to improve long-term health outcomes.</p>
<p>After a successful NFL career with teams like the New York Jets, San Francisco 49ers, and Denver Broncos, Washington transitioned to championing cannabis reform. His work centers on raising awareness about cannabis’s therapeutic potential for managing pain, neurological conditions, and the lasting impact of traumatic brain injuries (TBI) and chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE).</p>
<p>“Joining Leafwell aligns perfectly with my mission to advocate for the health and well-being of athletes while championing the therapeutic potential of cannabis,” said Washington.</p>
<h3>Revolutionizing Health Benefits for Athletes</h3>
<p>In his new advisory role, Washington will work with players’ unions to integrate medical cannabis into collective bargaining agreements. This initiative aims to provide athletes with innovative health benefits tailored to their unique challenges, such as chronic pain, mental health issues, and injuries sustained during their careers.</p>
<p>The recent shift in the NFL’s substance abuse policy—raising THC testing thresholds and reducing penalties—marks a significant step toward broader acceptance of cannabis in professional sports. With Washington’s leadership, Leafwell seeks to expand these conversations, leveraging its telehealth network and data-driven approach to design integrative health plans for athletes.</p>
<p>“By working with players’ unions, we can create a health benefits model that not only supports athletes during their careers but also prioritizes their long-term health and quality of life in retirement,” Washington added.</p>
<h3>A Vision Rooted in Advocacy and Research</h3>
<p>Washington’s dedication to athlete wellness extends beyond individual care. He is also a staunch advocate for social equity in the cannabis industry. His partnership with Leafwell reflects his broader mission to advance health equity and make cannabis accessible as a legitimate medical treatment.</p>
<p>“Marvin’s leadership and advocacy are game-changers,” said Emily Fisher, CEO of Leafwell. “His insights and passion for wellness align perfectly with our mission to redefine how cannabis is viewed in health care, especially for athletes.”</p>
<p>With over 100 providers specializing in medical cannabis consultations across the U.S., Leafwell is uniquely positioned to lead this initiative. Washington’s guidance will ensure that these benefits reach not only active players but also retired athletes navigating post-career health challenges.</p>
<h3>Looking Ahead</h3>
<p>Marvin Washington’s collaboration with Leafwell is more than a partnership—it’s a movement. By integrating cannabis into the health benefits of players’ unions, Washington and Leafwell aim to set a new standard for athlete wellness.</p>
<p>For more information on this groundbreaking initiative, visit <a href="http://www.leafwell.com/" target="_new" rel="noopener">www.leafwell.com</a>.</p>
<h3>Looking Ahead</h3>
<p>Marvin Washington’s collaboration with Leafwell is more than a partnership—it’s a movement. By integrating cannabis into the health benefits of players’ unions, Washington and Leafwell aim to set a new standard for athlete wellness.</p>
<p>For more information on this groundbreaking initiative, visit <a href="http://www.leafwell.com/" target="_new" rel="noopener">www.leafwell.com</a>.</p>
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<title>City Officials Turn Seized Cannabis into Electricity on Long Island</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Sep 2024 15:13:25 +0000</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[<p>New York City recently made headlines with a bold and somewhat unconventional approach to dealing with the growing issue of unlicensed cannabis sales. The answer? Burn it. But before you start imagining a hazy Long Island sky, let’s break down exactly what went down. A Fiery Solution to a Growing Problem On a bright Wednesday […]</p>
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<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>New York City recently made headlines with a bold and somewhat unconventional approach to dealing with the growing issue of unlicensed cannabis sales. The answer? Burn it. But before you start imagining a hazy Long Island sky, let’s break down exactly what went down.</p>
<p>A Fiery Solution to a Growing Problem</p>
<p>On a bright Wednesday afternoon, Mayor Eric Adams stood alongside New York City Sheriff Anthony Miranda at the Reworld Thermomechanical Reuse facility, located in Westbury. The facility, which specializes in turning trash into electricity, became the stage for a unique event: the incineration of four tons of cannabis seized from unlicensed sellers across the five boroughs.</p>
<p>“This is what it’s about,” Mayor Adams declared, holding up one of hundreds of one-pound cannabis flower bags set for destruction. The scene was a powerful image of the city’s ongoing battle against illegal cannabis shops, with stacks of seized marijuana products on display, waiting to be reduced to ash.</p>
<p>Why Burn It?</p>
<p>The idea behind burning the seized cannabis is straightforward: ensuring that it doesn’t make its way back onto the streets. According to Mayor Adams, the cannabis products seized were laced with dangerous substances like fentanyl and insecticides, making them unfit for consumption. “To place it in a landfill,” the mayor noted, “it just really opens the door to people going to the landfills and trying to salvage whatever they can.”</p>
<p>Instead of risking that possibility, the city chose to incinerate the cannabis at the Reworld facility. This decision also supports the facility’s operation, as the incineration process produces electricity, powering nearby homes.</p>
<p>A Process with a Purpose</p>
<p>The process of destroying the cannabis is both efficient and environmentally conscious. The Reworld facility, although located in Westbury, is called Reworld Hempstead. Here’s how it works: the cannabis is first loaded into the facility, where it’s mixed with other trash. From there, it’s transferred to a large storage area, awaiting incineration.</p>
<p>The final step is perhaps the most dramatic. An industrial claw, which Mayor Adams himself operated, picks up the cannabis-laden trash and dumps it into a chute leading to the incinerator. The four tons of marijuana are enough to fuel the facility’s turbine, generating electricity for about 80 homes for an entire month.</p>
<p>A Symbolic Gesture with Real Impact</p>
<p>While the event provided a photo op for Mayor Adams, it also highlighted the city’s efforts to crack down on unlicensed cannabis sales. Over the last four months, New York City has inspected 4,000 shops, padlocking or issuing cease-and-desist orders to about 2,000 of them. Despite these efforts, there are still challenges ahead. Those 2,000 shops are not yet fully out of business, and their seized goods—estimated to be around 100 tons—still need to be dealt with.</p>
<p>“All of it will be destroyed,” the mayor assured the public, emphasizing that none of the seized cannabis would end up in landfills. The Reworld facility, it seems, will play a key role in this ongoing effort.</p>
<p>Looking Ahead</p>
<p>This incineration event is just the beginning. Mayor Adams made it clear that the city would continue to inspect and shut down illegal cannabis operations. The future holds more incinerations and more electricity generated from the destruction of illegal drugs.</p>
<p>In the end, the incineration of four tons of cannabis on Long Island serves as a potent symbol of New York City’s commitment to enforcing cannabis regulations. By turning seized contraband into something as vital as electricity, the city is finding innovative ways to deal with a complex problem.</p>
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<title>Medical Marijuana Interest: Top and Bottom States Ranked</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 19 Feb 2024 17:01:14 +0000</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[<p>In the rapidly evolving landscape of medical marijuana in the United States, a fascinating trend has emerged, revealing which states are the most and least obsessed with this alternative treatment. A comprehensive study by biowellnessx.com has thrown light on the varying levels of curiosity and acceptance across the country, with some states showing remarkable enthusiasm […]</p>
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<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In the rapidly evolving landscape of medical marijuana in the United States, a fascinating trend has emerged, revealing which states are the most and least obsessed with this alternative treatment. A comprehensive study by <a href="https://biowellnessx.com">biowellnessx.com</a> has thrown light on the varying levels of curiosity and acceptance across the country, with some states showing remarkable enthusiasm while others exhibit noticeable restraint.</p>
<p><strong>Introduction to the Study</strong></p>
<p>The study utilized a two-step methodology to gauge the interest in medical marijuana across the U.S. Initially, relevant search terms were identified, followed by the tracking of their monthly search volumes using SEMrush, a renowned digital marketing tool. The next step involved integrating population data from the U.S. Census Bureau, allowing for the normalization of search data to calculate the number of searches per 100,000 residents. This method provided a clear, per capita insight into the states’ interest levels.</p>
<p><img data-recalc-dims="1" fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-199009" src="https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_9796.png?resize=689%2C1024&ssl=1" alt="" width="689" height="1024" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_9796.png?resize=689%2C1024&ssl=1 689w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_9796.png?resize=202%2C300&ssl=1 202w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_9796.png?resize=768%2C1141&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_9796.png?resize=600%2C891&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_9796.png?w=808&ssl=1 808w" sizes="(max-width: 689px) 100vw, 689px" /></p>
<p><strong>Top 10 States with Most Interest</strong></p>
<p>Mississippi emerges as the frontrunner, with 294.59 searches per 100,000 residents, signaling a robust curiosity despite its relatively small population of under 2.94 million. Arkansas and Alaska follow closely, with 233 and 222 monthly searches per 100,000 residents, respectively. These figures highlight a growing interest in medical marijuana, possibly driven by its therapeutic benefits and increasing legalization efforts.</p>
<p><strong>Noteworthy Observations</strong></p>
<p>Interestingly, states with larger populations like California, Texas, New York, and Florida did not make it into the top 10 rankings per capita. This discrepancy may point to a saturated awareness or differing cultural attitudes towards medical marijuana in these regions.</p>
<p><strong>States with Least Interest</strong></p>
<p>At the other end of the spectrum, South Carolina, Idaho, and Oregon rank as the states with the least interest, each clocking just over 129 monthly searches per 100,000 residents. Oregon’s lower ranking is particularly surprising, given its progressive stance on cannabis legalization. These findings suggest that interest in medical marijuana does not necessarily correlate with a state’s legal stance on cannabis.</p>
<p><strong>Implications of the Study</strong></p>
<p>This study’s implications are vast, offering insights for policymakers, healthcare professionals, and businesses within the cannabis industry. For states showing heightened interest, there could be an increased demand for medical marijuana dispensaries, healthcare provider education, and patient resources. Conversely, states with lower interest might benefit from targeted educational campaigns to inform residents about medical marijuana’s potential benefits.</p>
<p><strong>Conclusion</strong></p>
<p>The landscape of medical marijuana interest across the U.S. is as diverse as the country itself. While Mississippi leads the charge, indicating a possibly untapped market for medical cannabis, states like Oregon remind us that legalization does not always equate to heightened public curiosity. As the conversation around medical marijuana continues to evolve, so too will the dynamics of interest across the nation.</p>
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<title>Diddy’s Cresco Deal Over As Merger With Columbia Care Ends</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 31 Jul 2023 13:50:40 +0000</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[<p>In an unexpected turn of events, the historic acquisition planned by business mogul and rapper Sean “Diddy” Combs is no longer proceeding. The deal, announced on November 4, 2022, would have established the largest Black-owned cannabis company in the U.S. However, it was terminated on July 28, 2023 due to Cresco Labs and Columbia Care […]</p>
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<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In an unexpected turn of events, the historic acquisition planned by business mogul and rapper Sean “Diddy” Combs is no longer proceeding. The <a href="https://blackcannabismagazine.com/diddy-enters-agreement-to-purchase-assets-from-cresco-labs-columbia-care/amp/">deal</a>, announced on November 4, 2022, would have established the largest Black-owned cannabis company in the U.S. However, it was terminated on July 28, 2023 due to Cresco Labs and Columbia Care deciding to abort their merger.</p>
<h3>“Diabolical” State of Minority Representation in the Cannabis Industry</h3>
<p>In a bid to address the lack of minority representation in the cannabis industry, Combs had planned to buy marijuana retail and production assets from Columbia Care and Cresco Labs. This ambitious acquisition would have allowed him to launch “the country’s first minority-owned and operated, vertically integrated multistate operator.” His mission was to empower diverse leaders and advocate for inclusion.</p>
<h3>The Deal’s Specifics</h3>
<p>The deal included nine retail stores and three production facilities in Illinois, Massachusetts, and New York. Combs would have had the capability to cultivate, manufacture, and distribute branded cannabis products to licensed retailers in these major metropolitan areas. Additionally, he would have operated retail stores in all three states.</p>
<h3>Implications for Cresco Labs</h3>
<p>For Cresco, the <a href="https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230731937335/en/Cresco-Labs-and-Columbia-Care-Mutually-Agree-to-Terminate-Merger">transaction</a> was a crucial step toward closing the Columbia Care acquisition and securing its leadership position in one of the most significant consumer product categories of the future. The termination of the deal means that the companies will have to explore alternative paths for growth and market domination.</p>
<h3>Combs’ Endeavors in Business</h3>
<p>Combs’ foray into the cannabis industry would have added another feather to his cap, with his portfolio already boasting successful ventures such as DeLeón tequila, Cîroc vodka, Revolt film and television company, and clothing brand Sean John.</p>
<h3>Moving Forward</h3>
<p>Despite the cancellation of this landmark deal, both Cresco and Columbia Care intend to focus on enhancing their competitiveness and driving efficiencies, positioning themselves for potential growth opportunities in the evolving cannabis industry landscape.</p>
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<title>February 10, 2023 : $13.3 Million In CT Cannabis Sales In Jan., Colorado Reports Sales Down 20%, New MMJ Bills Introduced In KS Legislature</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2023 19:41:19 +0000</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[<p>  $13.3 Million In CT Cannabis Sales In January In January 2023, Connecticut had $13.3 million in sales of cannabis, with $5.1 million from recreational sales and $8.2 million from medical sales, according to the state Department of Consumer Protection. The recreational sales remained steady at around $1.5 million per week and medical sales increased […]</p>
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<h4>$13.3 Million In CT Cannabis Sales In January</h4>
<p>In January 2023, Connecticut had $13.3 million in sales of cannabis, with $5.1 million from recreational sales and $8.2 million from medical sales, according to the state Department of Consumer Protection. The recreational sales remained steady at around $1.5 million per week and medical sales increased from $1.8 million to $2.7 million in the first three weeks of January. There were 48,896 registered medical cannabis patients in Connecticut in January. The final week of January saw $578,840 in recreational sales and $863,287 in medical sales. The data is preliminary and does not include tax data, with medical cannabis sales exempt from sales tax. The recreational sales are subject to three taxes: the state sales tax of 6.35%, a 3% sales tax dedicated to the town or city, and a tax based on the THC content, which ranges from 10% to 15% of the sale price.</p>
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<h4 class="title" data-reader-unique-id="titleElement">Colorado reports 2022 marijuana sales down more than 20% from 2021</h4>
<p>In December 2022, Colorado had retail sales of legal marijuana worth slightly over $139 million, including $122.2 million in recreational sales and $16.9 million in medical sales, according to the Colorado Department of Revenue. The sales increased 6.7% month-over-month from November but decreased 17.3% from December 2021. The state’s total cannabis sales for the year 2022 were nearly $1.8 billion, representing a 20.7% decline from 2021’s record high of $2.2 billion. The cannabis market in Colorado, the most mature adult-use marijuana market in the US, is experiencing a slowdown, with wholesale prices declining in 2022 and increased competition from the legalization of marijuana in neighboring states. Since the launch of the adult-use market in January 2014, Colorado has had cumulative marijuana sales of almost $14 billion.</p>
<h4 class="title" data-reader-unique-id="titleElement">New medical marijuana bills introduced in Kansas Legislature</h4>
<p>Kansas is still debating the legality of medical marijuana, with two new bills recently introduced in the legislature in an attempt to get legislation passed. Missouri, on the other hand, has seen a surge in marijuana sales, with vendors making $642 million since medicinal sales started in October 2020. Growing support for medical marijuana is happening more slowly in Kansas, with one state senator serving on the Federal and State Affairs Committee which received two bills related to medical cannabis. One bill would regulate the cultivation, processing, distribution, sale and use of medical cannabis, while the second bill says veterans would be a part of the patient system first. The Senate committee is expected to review the bills, although no timeline is available. If a medicinal cannabis bill is approved, the governor has previously stated she would sign it.</p>
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<title>Timeka Drew, Cannabis Executive and Social Equity Advocate, Joins NUG as Chief Growth Officer</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 28 Mar 2022 23:10:44 +0000</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[<p>Timeka Drew, an experienced cannabis executive and social equity advocate, has recently been appointed as the Chief Growth Officer at NUG, Inc., a vertically-integrated California cannabis company. This appointment comes as NUG transitions its focus from a Northern California-based operator to having a presence in multiple states, with pending projects in New Jersey and New […]</p>
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<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Timeka Drew, an experienced cannabis executive and social equity advocate, has recently been appointed as the Chief Growth Officer at NUG, Inc., a vertically-integrated California cannabis company. This appointment comes as NUG transitions its focus from a Northern California-based operator to having a presence in multiple states, with pending projects in New Jersey and New York. Drew’s appointment is expected to play a key role in this transition, as she brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the team.</p>
<p>Prior to joining NUG, Drew served as the VP of Licensing and Operational Compliance for multi-state operator Eaze and held executive positions with multi-state operator 4Front Ventures and California-based Field Extracts. Drew is also a proud part of the national Equity Trade Certification Leadership Coalition and serves as a member of their Policy Committee. She currently serves on the board of the Cannabis Equity Retailers Association and is a member of the Social Equity Owners and Workers Association. Drew also serves on the board of advisors for Social Equity LA and as a member of the Social Equity Advisory Committee for Hall of Flowers.</p>
<p>Drew’s passion for cannabis and social equity led her to become a cannabis licensee and entrepreneur. She is the founder of Biko, a Los Angeles-based brand that serves cannabis connoisseurs with consistency and award-winning production quality while helping normalize black women as curators of luxury cannabis experiences. As a social equity licensee and medical cannabis patient, Drew remains passionate about equity and access, and her new role as Chief Growth Officer at NUG will allow her to address cannabis business development in a creative, community-focused way.</p>
<p>“When I shared my vision of a social equity-based growth strategy with the NUG leadership team, they were not only open to considering it, they decided to bring me on board to help build and implement that vision, truly expanding upon the foundation the company was built on,” Drew said. “This new role will allow me to address cannabis business development in a way that is focused on empowering social equity partners and businesses.”</p>
<p>Drew’s partnership with NUG began when she chose the company to operationalize her Los Angeles retail storefront license, which was awarded as a part of the Department of Cannabis Regulations Phase 3, Round 1 process. The store will be located in the Southeast Los Angeles Community Plan Area and is estimated to be open to the public this summer. Through this partnership, Drew will scale her brand Biko through NUG’s existing retail channels while simultaneously collaborating with the NUG brand to bring unique product activations and innovative experiences to Southern California cannabis enthusiasts.</p>
<p>Drew’s appointment as the Chief Growth Officer at NUG is a testament to her expertise and experience in the cannabis industry. As a social equity advocate, she is committed to empowering social equity partners and businesses, and her vision for a social equity-based growth strategy is expected to drive NUG’s national expansion efforts in the years to come.</p>
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<title>Connecticut’s Alleged Cannabis Social Equity Initiative Puts Up a $3 Million Obstacle</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 08 Feb 2022 09:08:07 +0000</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[<p>When Connecticut first legalized weed, what stuck out was a proposed social equity program called by some to be one of the country’s best. It promised greater diversity and opportunity for minority entrepreneurs impacted negatively by the so-called war on drugs. First, the social equity program wants planned facilities in the upcoming adult-use market to […]</p>
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<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When Connecticut first legalized weed, what stuck out was a proposed social equity program called by some to be one of the country’s best. It promised greater diversity and opportunity for minority entrepreneurs impacted negatively by the so-called war on drugs.</p>
<p>First, the social equity program wants planned facilities in the upcoming adult-use market to total 250,000 square feet. Applicants will have to expense this while waiting for a license.</p>
<p>That’s a big ask. But what complicates getting a license is Connecticut asking applicants to come up with $3 million per. The price tag is being called the highest fee any applicant’s had to overcome if they want to do legal marijuana.</p>
<p>The payment is a clause baked into Connecticut’s recreational marijuana bill. Lawmakers agreed upon the bill and signed it into law last year. And with that law in place, there isn’t much anyone can do to change it without a ton of legal complications.</p>
<p>Michelle Bodian is a senior associate attorney with Vicente Sederberg and at the top of the advocates for equity in Connecticut licensing. She doesn’t understand how the state can knowingly put such a huge obstacle in place.</p>
<p>White billionaires will find any number of ways to circumvent the fee. Meanwhile, the average entrepreneur has no way to get that kind of money. On the federal level, weed remains illegal. That means no federally insured institutions can give loans to start a cannabis business.</p>
<p>So, how’s the average person of color supposed to get their hands on three million?</p>
<p>The goal is to launch Connecticut’s adult-use market later in 2022. Analysts estimate the first year alone will bring in $250 million. By the fourth year, the state’s weed business should total three-quarters of a billion dollars.</p>
<p>The executive director of the Minority Cannabis Business Association, Amber Littlejohn, calls the fee nothing more than a threat to equity applicants. And that’s only the beginning of the problem.</p>
<p>Littlejohn says, “Existing operators will get early access to the market and unlimited access to the market. It’s yet another example of policies supporting and creating oligopolies.”</p>
<p>Her statement means that existing, cash-rich medical cannabis cultivators with existing facilities will apply for adult-use licenses and get them first.</p>
<p>Existing growers also benefit from a reduction in the $3 mil fee. They can get it cut by 50 percent if they bring in a social equity partner.</p>
<p>Another challenge is the equity applicant must own at least 65 percent of their weed business. Worse, the recreational weed law has a provision that all licensed producers maintain an escrow account of $2 million.</p>
<p>Like in New York, legal weed saw Connecticut’s plan as setting social equity to a high standard. The state proposed awarding licenses to half of all social equity applicants. The program was to include a business accelerator offering mentoring and technical assistance.</p>
<p>About the fee, Bodian says grimly, “It’s a lot of money, no matter what your socioeconomic status is.”</p>
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<title>Science Redefines Potential of Medical Use Cannabinoids CBDa & CBGa</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 16 Jan 2022 19:24:25 +0000</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[<p>Science is exploring the possibility that cannabinoid acids contain compounds that treat and prevent a variety of illnesses and diseases. What Are We Talking About Here? This form of cannabinoid (cannabigerolic acid or CBGA) is a compound of the cannabis flower. It’s the foundation of THCA (tetrahydrocannabinolic acid), CBDA (cannabidiolic acid), and CBCA (cannabichromenic acid). […]</p>
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<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img data-recalc-dims="1" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-112666" src="https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/C2B8D7E3-8EFF-464B-9CB7-2678D4FF4074.jpeg?resize=740%2C463&ssl=1" alt="" width="740" height="463" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/C2B8D7E3-8EFF-464B-9CB7-2678D4FF4074-scaled.jpeg?resize=1024%2C640&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/C2B8D7E3-8EFF-464B-9CB7-2678D4FF4074-scaled.jpeg?resize=300%2C188&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/C2B8D7E3-8EFF-464B-9CB7-2678D4FF4074-scaled.jpeg?resize=768%2C480&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/C2B8D7E3-8EFF-464B-9CB7-2678D4FF4074-scaled.jpeg?resize=1536%2C960&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/C2B8D7E3-8EFF-464B-9CB7-2678D4FF4074-scaled.jpeg?resize=2048%2C1280&ssl=1 2048w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/C2B8D7E3-8EFF-464B-9CB7-2678D4FF4074-scaled.jpeg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/C2B8D7E3-8EFF-464B-9CB7-2678D4FF4074-scaled.jpeg?w=1480&ssl=1 1480w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/C2B8D7E3-8EFF-464B-9CB7-2678D4FF4074-scaled.jpeg?w=2220&ssl=1 2220w" sizes="(max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px" />Science is exploring the possibility that cannabinoid acids contain compounds that treat and prevent a variety of illnesses and diseases.</p>
<h4>What Are We Talking About Here?</h4>
<p>This form of cannabinoid (cannabigerolic acid or CBGA) is a compound of the cannabis flower. It’s the foundation of THCA (tetrahydrocannabinolic acid), CBDA (cannabidiolic acid), and CBCA (cannabichromenic acid). Those are the three major resources of cannabinoid lines. Respectively, they become THC, CBD, and CBC.</p>
<p class="s5"><span class="s4"><span class="bumpedFont15">Possible Medical Benefits</span></span></p>
<p><img data-recalc-dims="1" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-112667" src="https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/5545CAF3-0D9F-4F37-B41A-4B586A03A402.jpeg?resize=740%2C494&ssl=1" alt="" width="740" height="494" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/5545CAF3-0D9F-4F37-B41A-4B586A03A402-scaled.jpeg?resize=1024%2C683&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/5545CAF3-0D9F-4F37-B41A-4B586A03A402-scaled.jpeg?resize=300%2C200&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/5545CAF3-0D9F-4F37-B41A-4B586A03A402-scaled.jpeg?resize=768%2C512&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/5545CAF3-0D9F-4F37-B41A-4B586A03A402-scaled.jpeg?resize=1536%2C1024&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/5545CAF3-0D9F-4F37-B41A-4B586A03A402-scaled.jpeg?resize=2048%2C1365&ssl=1 2048w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/5545CAF3-0D9F-4F37-B41A-4B586A03A402-scaled.jpeg?resize=600%2C400&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/5545CAF3-0D9F-4F37-B41A-4B586A03A402-scaled.jpeg?w=1480&ssl=1 1480w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/5545CAF3-0D9F-4F37-B41A-4B586A03A402-scaled.jpeg?w=2220&ssl=1 2220w" sizes="(max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px" /></p>
<p>Scientists have reviewed CBDA for almost a decade. In 2008, a study researched the substance as an anti-inflammatory agent. They compared CBDA’s molecular structures with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. The results showed the chemical structures were surprisingly similar, demonstrating CBDA as a possible anti-inflammatory agent.</p>
<p>Also, thanks to its bioavailability, CBDA is quite possibly an anti-convulsive, a drug prescribed to reduce or prevent symptoms of epilepsy and other convulsive conditions. CBDA is more conducive to the human body and metabolizes in less time and with less effort. They attribute the reaction to the 5-HT receptors with 100 times the affinity of CBD.</p>
<p>The same receptor might make CBDA an effective medication for depression. Like an SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor) used as an antidepressant, CBDA works on 5-HT receptors.</p>
<p class="s5"><span class="s4"><span class="bumpedFont15">Other Considerations for CBGA.</span></span></p>
<p><img data-recalc-dims="1" loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-112669" src="https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/0C65B83C-30AE-47D5-968A-B39F66A327D3.jpeg?resize=740%2C395&ssl=1" alt="" width="740" height="395" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/0C65B83C-30AE-47D5-968A-B39F66A327D3-scaled.jpeg?resize=1024%2C546&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/0C65B83C-30AE-47D5-968A-B39F66A327D3-scaled.jpeg?resize=300%2C160&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/0C65B83C-30AE-47D5-968A-B39F66A327D3-scaled.jpeg?resize=768%2C410&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/0C65B83C-30AE-47D5-968A-B39F66A327D3-scaled.jpeg?resize=1536%2C819&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/0C65B83C-30AE-47D5-968A-B39F66A327D3-scaled.jpeg?resize=2048%2C1092&ssl=1 2048w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/0C65B83C-30AE-47D5-968A-B39F66A327D3-scaled.jpeg?resize=600%2C320&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/0C65B83C-30AE-47D5-968A-B39F66A327D3-scaled.jpeg?w=1480&ssl=1 1480w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/0C65B83C-30AE-47D5-968A-B39F66A327D3-scaled.jpeg?w=2220&ssl=1 2220w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px" /></p>
<p>Despite little medical research, early studies of CBGA imply strong application potential in a variety of conditions.</p>
<h4 class="s5"><span class="s6"><span class="bumpedFont15">Metabolic Disorders</span></span></h4>
<p>CBGA could help with metabolic disorders. A computer simulation in 2019 gave us a glimpse into the compound’s ability to manage activity in peroxisome proliferator-activated receptors (PPARs).</p>
<p>Should PPARs not function efficiently, diabetes and high levels of triglycerides and cholesterol increase. The introduction of CBGA showed enhanced stimulation in lipid metabolism in PPAR receptors. This resulted in reduced lip accumulation.</p>
<h4 class="s5"><span class="s6"><span class="bumpedFont15">Cardiovascular Disease</span></span></h4>
<p>CBGA may be able to tackle specific diabetic conditions like cardiovascular disease. Studies show the compound inhibits the aldose reductase enzyme. That’s a severe contributor to oxidative stress, leading to heart problems.</p>
<h4 class="s5"><span class="s6"><span class="bumpedFont15">Colon Cancer</span></span></h4>
<p>CBGA could be crucial to patients suffering the third most common cancer and the fourth leading cause of fatalities in cancer. Colorectal cancer, depending on where they start, encompasses both colon and rectal cancer.</p>
<p>Researchers studied cytotoxic effects of CBGA to find the CBGA has the potential to kill colon cancer cells. It hastened the cell death and arrested the cell cycle.</p>
<p>More research is certainly needed, but the results were encouraging. CBGA not only targeted colon cancer cells. It also prevented the proliferation of polyps.</p>
<p>There remains a massive amount of research to do before confirming CBGA consumption potential. There is speculation of juicing and ingesting CBGA from hemp. We strongly advise consulting with a doctor before doing any experimentation on your own.</p>
<p>To date, most CBDA studies consist of preclinical non-human reports.</p>
<p>GW Pharmaceuticals out of the U.K. is manufacturing a pharma-grade CBD oil, Epidiolex. It’s the FDA’s first approved cannabis-infused prescription drug. Among its many applications, Epidiolex may have a use as a seizure treatment.</p>
<p>The company also applied for two other CBDA medical patents. One is for cancer treatment. The other is for fighting inflammatory skin diseases.</p>
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<title>Rapper Xzibit and Cannabis Company Wonderbrett Partner for 5 New Napalm Grenades</title>
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<description><![CDATA[<p>Rap legend and former MTV Pimp My Ride host Xzibit is preparing for the next stage of success: the cannabis industry. Xzibit, real name Alvin Nathaniel Joiner, is collaborating with cannabis brand Wonderbrett and an old friend, one of Wonderbrett’s founders, Brett Feldman. Headquartered on the West Coast, Wonderbrett is ready to launch five new […]</p>
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<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Rap legend and former MTV </span><span class="s2">Pimp My Ride</span><span class="s1"> host Xzibit is preparing for the next stage of success: the cannabis industry.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><img data-recalc-dims="1" loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-95857" src="https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/10683EE2-30EE-493F-8442-2E961204F1E3.jpeg?resize=683%2C1024&ssl=1" alt="" width="683" height="1024" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/10683EE2-30EE-493F-8442-2E961204F1E3-scaled.jpeg?resize=683%2C1024&ssl=1 683w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/10683EE2-30EE-493F-8442-2E961204F1E3-scaled.jpeg?resize=200%2C300&ssl=1 200w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/10683EE2-30EE-493F-8442-2E961204F1E3-scaled.jpeg?resize=768%2C1151&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/10683EE2-30EE-493F-8442-2E961204F1E3-scaled.jpeg?resize=1025%2C1536&ssl=1 1025w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/10683EE2-30EE-493F-8442-2E961204F1E3-scaled.jpeg?resize=1366%2C2048&ssl=1 1366w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/10683EE2-30EE-493F-8442-2E961204F1E3-scaled.jpeg?resize=600%2C900&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/10683EE2-30EE-493F-8442-2E961204F1E3-scaled.jpeg?w=1708&ssl=1 1708w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/10683EE2-30EE-493F-8442-2E961204F1E3-scaled.jpeg?w=1480&ssl=1 1480w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px" /><br />
Xzibit, real name Alvin Nathaniel Joiner, is collaborating with cannabis brand Wonderbrett and an old friend, one of Wonderbrett’s founders, Brett Feldman. Headquartered on the West Coast, Wonderbrett is ready to launch five new strains with the rapper. They are new inclusions of Napalm Grenades and consist of hybrids Peach OZ, Grapes of Wrath, and Pink Picasso and Indica brands Pineapple OG and Orange Sunset. The strains are coming out of Xzibit’s company, Napalm Brands.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><img data-recalc-dims="1" loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-95858" src="https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/11EA3656-78D2-4747-AD2A-FDAC4AA80930.jpeg?resize=683%2C1024&ssl=1" alt="" width="683" height="1024" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/11EA3656-78D2-4747-AD2A-FDAC4AA80930-scaled.jpeg?resize=683%2C1024&ssl=1 683w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/11EA3656-78D2-4747-AD2A-FDAC4AA80930-scaled.jpeg?resize=200%2C300&ssl=1 200w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/11EA3656-78D2-4747-AD2A-FDAC4AA80930-scaled.jpeg?resize=768%2C1151&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/11EA3656-78D2-4747-AD2A-FDAC4AA80930-scaled.jpeg?resize=1025%2C1536&ssl=1 1025w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/11EA3656-78D2-4747-AD2A-FDAC4AA80930-scaled.jpeg?resize=1366%2C2048&ssl=1 1366w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/11EA3656-78D2-4747-AD2A-FDAC4AA80930-scaled.jpeg?resize=600%2C900&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/11EA3656-78D2-4747-AD2A-FDAC4AA80930-scaled.jpeg?w=1708&ssl=1 1708w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/11EA3656-78D2-4747-AD2A-FDAC4AA80930-scaled.jpeg?w=1480&ssl=1 1480w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px" /><br />
Xzibit says he’s known Wonderbrett’s co-founder, Brett Feldman, for well over 20 years. “I knew him before he was Wonderbrett.” The standing relationship made collaboration easy and almost inevitable to the artist. The mutual respect led to the initial grenade with Wonderbrett. That was the rapper’s first salvo into the weed business. These new strains are their “second collaboration. It’s just a testament that we doing good stuff.”</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Xzibit wants the collaboration to reinvent the cannabis industry “one category at a time.” Currently, the formulation consists of seven grams of premium indoor flower from Wonderbrett blended with a gram of live resin diamonds.</span></p>
<p><img data-recalc-dims="1" loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-95864" src="https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/1C25DBE3-7A3C-4FCD-845F-79308DBB8250.jpeg?resize=683%2C1024&ssl=1" alt="" width="683" height="1024" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/1C25DBE3-7A3C-4FCD-845F-79308DBB8250-scaled.jpeg?resize=683%2C1024&ssl=1 683w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/1C25DBE3-7A3C-4FCD-845F-79308DBB8250-scaled.jpeg?resize=200%2C300&ssl=1 200w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/1C25DBE3-7A3C-4FCD-845F-79308DBB8250-scaled.jpeg?resize=768%2C1151&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/1C25DBE3-7A3C-4FCD-845F-79308DBB8250-scaled.jpeg?resize=1025%2C1536&ssl=1 1025w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/1C25DBE3-7A3C-4FCD-845F-79308DBB8250-scaled.jpeg?resize=1366%2C2048&ssl=1 1366w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/1C25DBE3-7A3C-4FCD-845F-79308DBB8250-scaled.jpeg?resize=600%2C900&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/1C25DBE3-7A3C-4FCD-845F-79308DBB8250-scaled.jpeg?w=1708&ssl=1 1708w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/1C25DBE3-7A3C-4FCD-845F-79308DBB8250-scaled.jpeg?w=1480&ssl=1 1480w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px" /></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1">The rapper says, “We picked them out together, and we got a nice blend of what we wanted. We wanted some hybrid, some indicas, a nice, heavy stone. It smokes like a cigar, and it’s really heavy. It’s dope.”</span></p>
<p><img data-recalc-dims="1" loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-95859" src="https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/6187FBE0-16BC-4831-BB69-40CF5792C40F.jpeg?resize=683%2C1024&ssl=1" alt="" width="683" height="1024" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/6187FBE0-16BC-4831-BB69-40CF5792C40F-scaled.jpeg?resize=683%2C1024&ssl=1 683w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/6187FBE0-16BC-4831-BB69-40CF5792C40F-scaled.jpeg?resize=200%2C300&ssl=1 200w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/6187FBE0-16BC-4831-BB69-40CF5792C40F-scaled.jpeg?resize=768%2C1151&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/6187FBE0-16BC-4831-BB69-40CF5792C40F-scaled.jpeg?resize=1025%2C1536&ssl=1 1025w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/6187FBE0-16BC-4831-BB69-40CF5792C40F-scaled.jpeg?resize=1366%2C2048&ssl=1 1366w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/6187FBE0-16BC-4831-BB69-40CF5792C40F-scaled.jpeg?resize=600%2C900&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/6187FBE0-16BC-4831-BB69-40CF5792C40F-scaled.jpeg?w=1708&ssl=1 1708w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/6187FBE0-16BC-4831-BB69-40CF5792C40F-scaled.jpeg?w=1480&ssl=1 1480w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px" /></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Recognized by his standout raspy pitch, the Detroit native has a rep for hard-hitting rhymes and an undeniable flow. He came into the music world in 1996 with his debut solo album </span><span class="s2">At the Speed of Life</span><span class="s1">, featuring the single </span><span class="s2">Paparazzi</span><span class="s1">. He’s noted as an actor, having played Shyne Johnson on </span><span class="s2">Empire</span><span class="s1"> and appearing in films like </span><span class="s2">The X-Files: I Want to Believe</span><span class="s1">. He hosted MTV’s hit </span><span class="s2">Pimp My Ride</span><span class="s1"> from 2004 to 2007.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><img data-recalc-dims="1" loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-95873" src="https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/53E893AF-CBEE-42C6-8C8F-51DB51804D89.jpeg?resize=683%2C1024&ssl=1" alt="" width="683" height="1024" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/53E893AF-CBEE-42C6-8C8F-51DB51804D89-scaled.jpeg?resize=683%2C1024&ssl=1 683w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/53E893AF-CBEE-42C6-8C8F-51DB51804D89-scaled.jpeg?resize=200%2C300&ssl=1 200w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/53E893AF-CBEE-42C6-8C8F-51DB51804D89-scaled.jpeg?resize=768%2C1151&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/53E893AF-CBEE-42C6-8C8F-51DB51804D89-scaled.jpeg?resize=1025%2C1536&ssl=1 1025w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/53E893AF-CBEE-42C6-8C8F-51DB51804D89-scaled.jpeg?resize=1366%2C2048&ssl=1 1366w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/53E893AF-CBEE-42C6-8C8F-51DB51804D89-scaled.jpeg?resize=600%2C900&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/53E893AF-CBEE-42C6-8C8F-51DB51804D89-scaled.jpeg?w=1708&ssl=1 1708w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/53E893AF-CBEE-42C6-8C8F-51DB51804D89-scaled.jpeg?w=1480&ssl=1 1480w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px" /><br />
The rapper met Brett Feldman 22 years ago. Feldman was already a name in the music and street culture of L.A. But the script flipped in 1997. That’s when Feldman received a cut of OG Kush. He says, “OG Kush came on the scene and took over everything. No competition at all, it was like watching Jordan come onto the scene and play with children.”</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Feldman became so enamored of the flower, he returned again and again to its grower, Josh D, in San Fran. The cultivator generously gifted Feldman clones of the Kush plant and gave Feldman permission to do what he had to do. And that’s what Feldman did.</span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Feldman’s adventures in cannabis led him to cross paths with the likes of B-Real, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, and Xzibit. Stories abound that the creation of Dr. Dre’s classic </span><span class="s2">2001</span><span class="s1"> was greatly influenced by the strain during production.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">The relationship between Feldman and Xzibit started when Feldman ran into the rapper in a record store in Granada Hills. Introducing himself, Feldman offered to hook Xzibit up with some “fire Kush.” Feldman believes that moment was the beginning of his foothold in the cannabis world.</span></p>
<p><img data-recalc-dims="1" loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-95865" src="https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/6E8E9D28-3657-4AC6-B085-150BA14B7CA3.jpeg?resize=683%2C1024&ssl=1" alt="" width="683" height="1024" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/6E8E9D28-3657-4AC6-B085-150BA14B7CA3-scaled.jpeg?resize=683%2C1024&ssl=1 683w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/6E8E9D28-3657-4AC6-B085-150BA14B7CA3-scaled.jpeg?resize=200%2C300&ssl=1 200w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/6E8E9D28-3657-4AC6-B085-150BA14B7CA3-scaled.jpeg?resize=768%2C1151&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/6E8E9D28-3657-4AC6-B085-150BA14B7CA3-scaled.jpeg?resize=1025%2C1536&ssl=1 1025w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/6E8E9D28-3657-4AC6-B085-150BA14B7CA3-scaled.jpeg?resize=1366%2C2048&ssl=1 1366w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/6E8E9D28-3657-4AC6-B085-150BA14B7CA3-scaled.jpeg?resize=600%2C900&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/6E8E9D28-3657-4AC6-B085-150BA14B7CA3-scaled.jpeg?w=1708&ssl=1 1708w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/6E8E9D28-3657-4AC6-B085-150BA14B7CA3-scaled.jpeg?w=1480&ssl=1 1480w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px" /></p>
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<title>Aja Allen Is Representing For LGTBQ+ Cannabis Community With Sixty Four & Hope Launch</title>
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<description><![CDATA[<p>Sixty Four & Hope is a social equity program with a mission to put the power of legal cannabis in the hands of black and brown communities. The company recently announced the grand opening of its first store with another 20 coming down the pipe. The owner and operator of the first Sixty Four & […]</p>
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<p>Sixty Four & Hope is a social equity program with a mission to put the power of legal cannabis in the hands of black and brown communities. The company recently announced the grand opening of its first store with another 20 coming down the pipe.</p>
<div id="attachment_77905" style="width: 750px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img data-recalc-dims="1" loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-77905" class="wp-image-77905 size-large" src="https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/6B9782C9-215B-4FB0-B0FD-B6CC8763B577.jpeg?resize=740%2C554&ssl=1" alt="" width="740" height="554" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/6B9782C9-215B-4FB0-B0FD-B6CC8763B577.jpeg?resize=1024%2C766&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/6B9782C9-215B-4FB0-B0FD-B6CC8763B577.jpeg?resize=300%2C224&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/6B9782C9-215B-4FB0-B0FD-B6CC8763B577.jpeg?resize=768%2C574&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/6B9782C9-215B-4FB0-B0FD-B6CC8763B577.jpeg?resize=600%2C449&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/6B9782C9-215B-4FB0-B0FD-B6CC8763B577.jpeg?w=1284&ssl=1 1284w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px" /><p id="caption-attachment-77905" class="wp-caption-text">Source: Grant Henderson / Sixty-Four & Hope</p></div>
<p>The owner and operator of the first Sixty Four & Hope store is Aja Allen. She’s the former General Manager of a luxury retailer and has a background in managing high-volume brands. Allen opened her new store in Mid-City earlier this month.</p>
<p><img data-recalc-dims="1" loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-77894" src="https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/D012F945-32E9-4EC6-9353-820729477ACE.png?resize=740%2C417&ssl=1" alt="" width="740" height="417" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/D012F945-32E9-4EC6-9353-820729477ACE.png?resize=1024%2C577&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/D012F945-32E9-4EC6-9353-820729477ACE.png?resize=300%2C169&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/D012F945-32E9-4EC6-9353-820729477ACE.png?resize=768%2C432&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/D012F945-32E9-4EC6-9353-820729477ACE.png?resize=1536%2C865&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/D012F945-32E9-4EC6-9353-820729477ACE.png?resize=1000%2C563&ssl=1 1000w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/D012F945-32E9-4EC6-9353-820729477ACE.png?resize=560%2C315&ssl=1 560w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/D012F945-32E9-4EC6-9353-820729477ACE.png?resize=600%2C338&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/D012F945-32E9-4EC6-9353-820729477ACE.png?w=1641&ssl=1 1641w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/D012F945-32E9-4EC6-9353-820729477ACE.png?w=1480&ssl=1 1480w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px" /><br />
Allen belongs to a small group of women of color involved inthe Sixty Four & Hope equity program. She is a member of the LGBTQ+ community and one of its first dispensary owners in L.A. Among the entrepreneur’s other accomplishments include being the very first of 21 social equity licensees to own and operate a Sixty Four & Hope branded cannabis store in Los Angeles.</p>
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Allen is a product from the Jungles of MLK and Crenshaw. (Many assume the nickname comes from the neighborhood seen as a threat when actually the name refers to its tropical vegetation.)</p>
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<p><img data-recalc-dims="1" loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-77896" src="https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/68327FF9-885E-4E17-B469-2FA76749534A.png?resize=740%2C417&ssl=1" alt="" width="740" height="417" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/68327FF9-885E-4E17-B469-2FA76749534A.png?resize=1024%2C577&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/68327FF9-885E-4E17-B469-2FA76749534A.png?resize=300%2C169&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/68327FF9-885E-4E17-B469-2FA76749534A.png?resize=768%2C432&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/68327FF9-885E-4E17-B469-2FA76749534A.png?resize=1536%2C865&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/68327FF9-885E-4E17-B469-2FA76749534A.png?resize=1000%2C563&ssl=1 1000w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/68327FF9-885E-4E17-B469-2FA76749534A.png?resize=560%2C315&ssl=1 560w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/68327FF9-885E-4E17-B469-2FA76749534A.png?resize=600%2C338&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/68327FF9-885E-4E17-B469-2FA76749534A.png?w=1641&ssl=1 1641w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/68327FF9-885E-4E17-B469-2FA76749534A.png?w=1480&ssl=1 1480w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px" /></p>
<p>Allen says in a statement, “I grew up in an overpoliced area; family members and friends went to jail for cannabis offenses. For me, it’s not just about getting the opportunity; it’s about what I do with it once I’ve got it. I want to reinvest and positively impact my community. I have people from my neighborhood that look up to me.”</p>
<p><img data-recalc-dims="1" loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-77897" src="https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/C0A685E8-0E7F-4CB3-881B-7262B70A7D21.png?resize=740%2C417&ssl=1" alt="" width="740" height="417" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/C0A685E8-0E7F-4CB3-881B-7262B70A7D21.png?resize=1024%2C577&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/C0A685E8-0E7F-4CB3-881B-7262B70A7D21.png?resize=300%2C169&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/C0A685E8-0E7F-4CB3-881B-7262B70A7D21.png?resize=768%2C432&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/C0A685E8-0E7F-4CB3-881B-7262B70A7D21.png?resize=1536%2C865&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/C0A685E8-0E7F-4CB3-881B-7262B70A7D21.png?resize=1000%2C563&ssl=1 1000w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/C0A685E8-0E7F-4CB3-881B-7262B70A7D21.png?resize=560%2C315&ssl=1 560w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/C0A685E8-0E7F-4CB3-881B-7262B70A7D21.png?resize=600%2C338&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/C0A685E8-0E7F-4CB3-881B-7262B70A7D21.png?w=1641&ssl=1 1641w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/C0A685E8-0E7F-4CB3-881B-7262B70A7D21.png?w=1480&ssl=1 1480w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px" /></p>
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<p>Allen sees her new license and new store as a chance to not simply change her life, but to uplift the LGBTQ+ and South L.A. communities she belongs to. She’s grateful to Sixty Four & Hope as well as to its investors. This includes Julius “J” Erving III, Queen Latifah, Anthony Selah, Nas, and Troy Carter. Investors have put $19 million into the social program with an average of $1.5 million intended for financing new cannabis businesses. There will be no upfront expenses to entrepreneurs.</p>
<p>Sixty Four & Hope is also putting the BIPOC community at the center of its operations. From local employees to contractors, lawyers, vendors, and service providers, people of color represent. The program also looks to support underrepresented cannabis brands, offering these businesses a platform for growth.</p>
<p><img data-recalc-dims="1" loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-77898" src="https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/2AEB9E0F-54DD-4B5F-8ACE-99D9B22A051D.png?resize=740%2C417&ssl=1" alt="" width="740" height="417" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/2AEB9E0F-54DD-4B5F-8ACE-99D9B22A051D.png?resize=1024%2C577&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/2AEB9E0F-54DD-4B5F-8ACE-99D9B22A051D.png?resize=300%2C169&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/2AEB9E0F-54DD-4B5F-8ACE-99D9B22A051D.png?resize=768%2C432&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/2AEB9E0F-54DD-4B5F-8ACE-99D9B22A051D.png?resize=1536%2C865&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/2AEB9E0F-54DD-4B5F-8ACE-99D9B22A051D.png?resize=1000%2C563&ssl=1 1000w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/2AEB9E0F-54DD-4B5F-8ACE-99D9B22A051D.png?resize=560%2C315&ssl=1 560w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/2AEB9E0F-54DD-4B5F-8ACE-99D9B22A051D.png?resize=600%2C338&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/2AEB9E0F-54DD-4B5F-8ACE-99D9B22A051D.png?w=1641&ssl=1 1641w, https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/2AEB9E0F-54DD-4B5F-8ACE-99D9B22A051D.png?w=1480&ssl=1 1480w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px" /></p>
<p>The mission of Sixty Four & Hope partners a respect for the cannabis plant and its culture. The program will open doors to diverse collaborations as well as authenticity.</p>
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<p>The name Sixty Four & Hope comes from two resources. The first is Proposition 64, the original bill that legalized cannabis in Cali. “Hope” represents the ideal of a stronger platform for equity and diversity and an extension of social equity.</p>
<p>The long-term plan is to have 21 unique and singularly branded stores by the summer of 2023. In the short term, Melrose District will see the launch of store number two. It will be owned by Rhavin L. Wally Knott III will open three stores in West Los Angeles by the end of the year.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://blackcannabismagazine.com/aja-allen-is-representing-for-lgtbq-cannabis-community-with-sixty-four-hope-launch/">Aja Allen Is Representing For LGTBQ+ Cannabis Community With Sixty Four & Hope Launch</a> appeared first on <a href="https://blackcannabismagazine.com">Black Cannabis Magazine</a>.</p>
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