fact or fiction

Is it a fact or is it merely fiction? Fact or fiction explores the lesser known truths in the cannabis universe.

History of the Occult, Marijuana and Other Drugs
Inward expansion of human consciousness is never stronger than in times of outward rationalism when the artists, the romantics and the adventurers of society rebel against complacency, against mine grinding boredom, against the current possibilities that stifle imagination. Such a crisis in the human psyche gained momentum during the 19th century against a background of crusading Darwinism and dour, brutal industrialism. It would inspire a revival of the occult mentality. Most were swept along by the carnival of burgeoning western hegemony, whether they wanted to be or not, but others, psychologically the same group of outsiders' as in earlier times, wanted to look beneath the surface in search of a more positive destiny for mankind, a spiritual rather than a scientific awakening. They eschewed the passive stance of orthodox religion (which paradoxically became anything but passive in the hands of Victorian imperialists practicing muscular Christianity on the peoples of foreign lands), and some, often the most talented and inspired, embarked on the journey into inner space using psychoactive drugs such as hash and marijuana as the signposts, the spirit guides to point the way.
By Ed Green10 years ago in Potent
History of the Opium Wars
In the 24th of May, 1839, perhaps in honor of Queen Victoria's birthday, the sun rose confidently over London and shone steadily throughout the day, uninterrupted by the clouds which plague even the best of English weather. But Lord Auckland, Governor General of Britain's colonies in India, received bad news from China as he was dining in the customary splendor of the occasion at Simla. In a determined attempt to finally end Britain's opium trafficking in China, the Chinese Imperial commissioner of Canton, Lin Tse-hsu, was holding the British trading community and the British Government’s Superintendent of Trade, Charles Elliot, hostage in their factories outside Canton. The ransom was to be 20,000 chests of opium. Thus began the Opium Wars.
By Aunt Mary10 years ago in Potent
The Future of Drugs
Dr. Nathan S. Kline, was one of the key researchers who revolutionized how society views and treats mental illnesses. He understood the importance of antidepressant drugs for treatment of people suffering from mental illnesses. At the outset he was treated with widespread skepticism among his peers. No amount of naysayers could stop him though.
By Sigmund Fried10 years ago in Potent
Can You Join the Military If You've Smoked Marijuana?
Everybody knows that when you visit a military recruiter they are going to ask you some questions about your background. And they’ll definitely ask if you’ve used drugs.
By Matt Cates10 years ago in Potent
Finding Marijuana in Colombia
There's a strange sensation of timelessness, seeing modern planes engulfed in a sea of museum relics in the Colombian airport. It's questionable whether or not these remnants from the past are capable of bouncing down the runway and soaring into the wild blue yonder.
By Randy Cobern10 years ago in Potent
Swapping the California Grape for Weed
Towering redwood trees, once a sign of unique California coastal beauty, have taken on a new symbolism in the world of marijuana commerce. Where the redwoods grow, cannabis sativa flourishes, producing there, what experts agree, has become some of the finest and most expensive marijuana in the world. The distinction of world supremacy is relatively new. But it is already recognized by botanists, law agencies, growers, dealers and the final connoisseur, the user.
By Ed Green10 years ago in Potent
San Francisco's Marijuana Supermarket
Okay, I confess. I was once a customer at the once famous San Francisco Big Top marijuana supermarket. I wasn't the only one. At east 5000 or 6000 other people in San Francisco could make the same claim including Paul Krassner, Tim Leary, the Tubes and an 80 year old shopping bag lady. So it was hardly an exclusive club.
By Randy Cobern10 years ago in Potent
Reasons Why Weed and Women Go Together
Bringing both style and wits to the marijuana industry, women pair perfectly with weed. From topics such as activism, reform to cultivation, and more, weed and women go together, together sparking creativity and insight, and bringing forth necessary change.
By Ed Green10 years ago in Potent
What is Marijuana?
The cogent premises for the legalization of marijuana debate: Marijuana is not addictive - It doesn't matter how many times your wife tell you it is. Science says it is not statistically accurate. Yes, some people get addicted to it, and some people get addicted to The Real House Wives of NJIt is not, pharmaceutically speaking, a narcotic - Again, just because the government said it was 40 years ago, does not mean that is today. Science says other wise.Marijuana is probably less harmful physiologically than two of our most important social drugs, alcohol and nicotine - Again this is science and math. There are zero health benefits to booze and cigarettes. There are countless benefits to marijuana.The marijuana high is a learned response and less dangerous socially than the alcohol high - There have been countless experiments backing up this fact. Marijuana use does not lead to a life of crime nor to the use of more dangerous drugs - When is the last time you saw a stoner commit a crime, other than wasting time?Users experience what is called reverse tolerance, i.e. they require smaller and smaller amounts to get high - So it is fiscally responsible to smoke weed.Marijuana holds serious promise as therapeutic in the treatment of depression, epilepsy, certain skin diseases, otitis (inflammation of the ear). sinusitis, hypertension and glaucoma - As previously mentioned, it is a healthy high.
By Ed Green10 years ago in Potent
Funky Side Effects of Getting Stoned
I never smoked pot when I was in high school. Now keep in mind, I wasn't a goody-goody, I did plenty of things that would be classified as "rebellious" or "bad," but getting stoned wasn't one of them. I think it was because my dad always told me not to and I listened to him, for the most part. My friends would get stoned and I was fine with that. I recall the dazed expression on their faces and the unmistakable smell. As for me, I would much rather do tequila shots.
By Bea Norton10 years ago in Potent
How to Break the Stoner Stereotype
So, what is ‘the stoner stereotype’ exactly? Lazy, lethargic, always late, has uncontrollable munchies, can’t be relied on and so forth. You get it, Harold and Kumar types. The issue is that many important people in your life who you might not want to think of you as a stoner (such as business owners, investors, potential partners, clientele or even your parents) might judge you according to these labels. You don’t want that, trust me! I’m not saying all of them think badly about weed or weed smokers, but for those who do, we need to help change their perceptions. Steve Jobs, Carl Sagan, Bill Gates, Michael Phelps, the list goes on, are all recognized as successful individuals who use/d marijuana recreationally without any 'real' problems – apart from a few run-ins with the law. The stigma attached to pot smoking needs to change, and that’s why I’m here. I’m here to tell you exactly why that stigma is, well, just a stigma and nothing more than that. Hopefully after reading this, it will help you break the stoner stereotype and not just be smart about it, but act it too!
By George Gott10 years ago in Potent
Things Weed Smokers Should Know
If you smoke weed, then there are things you should know. Like taking an introduction course to save a lot of time and mistakes in the future, it's great to have some wisdom from the elders. We compiled a list of some of the best question and answer sessions from stoner groups since the early hippie years and the start of the legalization movement. Simple questions deserve simple answers, especially for stoners.
By Johnny Hash10 years ago in Potent