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Meet the man who helped bring "Haze" to New York City

May 6, 2024 | one37pm.com | Calvin Stovall

pop cultureAbellVisuals, LLC / @abellvisuals.llc“I used to fight when people called me ‘White Boy,’ now it’s on my bags and shirts.”In a 2023 interview with cannabis journalist LMC, legendary cannabis breeder White Boy Kev explained his origin story—including the roots of his memorable nickname. “I grew up in a Dominican neighborhood, uptown in Washington Heights," recalled Kev, whose real name is Kevin O'Rourke. "It used to be an all Irish and Jewish neighborhood (until about ‘83).
If you like using weed without worry, you should thank Dana Beal

Apr 30, 2024 | one37pm.com | Calvin Stovall

pop cultureGetty ImagesMeet the 77-year-old cannabis cowboy who helped make legalization possibleToday, 7 in 10 Americans agree that cannabis should not be criminalized. There are countless activists to thank for breaking the stigma including growers, sellers and researchers. But few have fought as hard or as long for legalization as Irvin Dana Beal.
Types of Edibles: A Guide to Edible Cannabis

Apr 17, 2024 | one37pm.com | Calvin Stovall

pop cultureCourtesy of KIVAPop culture made pot brownies a staple of the infused food pyramid—but there are many different kinds of edibles including chocolates, oils, drinks, and more. Here’s your 101 crash course on edibles. What is an edible? On 4/20 of last year, the classy folks at The New Yorker declared: The cannabis edible has gone mainstream. Cannabis experts at Leafly define an edible as “any food or drink that contains cannabinoids,” including THC and CBD.
The 12 Best Weed Documentaries and Where to Watch Them in 2024

Feb 21, 2024 | one37pm.com | Calvin Stovall

pop cultureThere are some great cannabis docs on Netflix and other streaming servicesNetflixCannabis may seem more popular now than ever, but a lot of people still don’t know much about the plant. Old school propaganda films like Reefer Madness are now comically absurd to most viewers—But the War on Drugs is still a very real and on-going struggle. And disinformation still fuels many stigmas and myths about the cannabis plant and those who use it.
Employing Technology Is the New Hire Hotels Need to Counter Staffing Shortages

Dec 8, 2023 | marketscale.com | James Kent |Calvin Stovall

Facing critical staffing shortages, over 80% of hotels struggle to fill positions despite offering higher wages and flexible hours, as reported by a recent American Hotel & Lodging Association survey. While slightly improved since May 2022, this situation highlights a significant challenge in the hospitality industry, with housekeeping roles being the most urgently needed.
20 Women in Cannabis About to Crush the Industry in 2024

Nov 1, 2023 | one37pm.com | Calvin Stovall

pop cultureExperts say that "female cannabis plants are generally considered more valuable than male cannabis plants.” Leafwell explains that male plants are needed for the breeding process, but only females produce the “sticky and stinky” buds that make cannabis one of America’s most in-demand commodities (a 2022 report from Leafly declared cannabis America’s 6th most valuable crop).
Rebecca Howard's Pacific House Holds Prominent Place in Black Hotel History

Sep 13, 2023 | costar.com | Calvin Stovall

No discussion of pioneers in the hospitality industry is complete without addressing the significant impact of African American women. The Green Book provided an avenue for African American women to defy traditional gender stereotypes and achieve a measure of independence by having their businesses listed in the historic Black travel publication. Tourist homes or private residences with a room for rent provided lodging options for Black travelers where hotels were sparse or non-existent.
Kevin Durant Told NBA Commissioner Adam Silver to End Marijuana Ban

Jul 26, 2023 | one37pm.com | Calvin Stovall

“I actually called [Adam Silver] and advocated for him to take marijuana off the banned substance list,” Durant told Game Plan Summit attendees. He said he told the commissioner, “the stigma behind it wasn’t as negative as it was before. It doesn’t affect you in any negative way.”And what did Silver have to say? “He agreed. And you see where we are now,” Durant said. Still, the future hall of famer won’t accept the title of pioneer when it comes to cannabis culture.
How Shiest Bubz Became the Grand Marshal of NYC Cannabis

Jul 7, 2023 | yahoo.com | Calvin Stovall

Harlem cannabis champion Shiest Bubz is highly dedicated to his new title as New York City’s Grand Marshal of cannabis. As a lifelong innovator in the prohibition era, Bubz has influenced almost every player in New York’s legal and underground weed markets. Anyone selling weed branded as “Piff” owes him a few pounds and then some. Any smoker, grower, or seller enjoying today’s legal game is also indebted.
How Shiest Bubz Became the Grand Marshal of NYC Cannabis

Jul 7, 2023 | one37pm.com | Calvin Stovall

“When I first heard the term Grand Marshal, I actually had to Google the shit. But it made perfect sense. I feel like my duty is setting the bar—just being the face of cannabis and the people and the culture. Showing up to different events and venues, representing New York City to the fullest.” - Shiest BubzIn many countries (France, China, Peru, Italy), the Grand Marshal is the highest ranking member of the military.