CC Magazine Feature Articles

Marc Emery's Prison Potcast - Episode #9

jeremiah — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:07:10 -0800

CANNABIS CULTURE - In this episode, Marc talks about the 6000-page 'Marc Emery Papers' made up of classified documents and communications between US and Canadian authorities. All top-secret; all about Marc!

STOP BILL C-15!: Eugene Oscapella to the Canadian Senate

jeremiah — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:56:27 -0800

CANNABIS CULTURE - Founder of the Canadian Foundation for Drug Policy speaks to the Canadian Senate about the dangers of Bill C-15 and mandatory minimum sentences.

CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT HOW TO STOP BILL C-15

Marc Emery out on Bail Till Extradition

jeremiah — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:02:37 -0800

Marc and Jodie at the Global Marijuana March in Toronto. (Photo by High Times)CANNABIS CULTURE - The rumors are true! Marc will be temporarily released on bail as he awaits extradition to the US to serve an expected 5-year prison term.

The paperwork is nearly finished, and we expect Marc to be released today or tomorrow. Expect further announcements here and on the CC Facebook Page.

A Visit to Peshawar and the Tribal Areas of Pakistan

jeremiah — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:53:41 -0800

This article is part of a series presented by Cannabis Culture featuring the international adventures of Zorro Red Eye - world traveler, connoisseur of fine cannabis, and former editor of England's Red Eye magazine. Click here for the full photo gallery on Flickr.

Karachi International Airport has a real cosmopolitan ring to it doesn’t it?

Cheech and Chong on Late Night

jeremiah — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 07:56:42 -0800

CANNABIS CULTURE - The legendary Cheech and Chong appeared on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon last night, and Chong was wearing a 'Free Marc Emery' t-shirt!

Watch the video on NBC.com

Marc Emery's Prison Potcast - Episode #8

jeremiah — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 08:43:38 -0800

CANNABIS CULTURE - Marc reads a letter written for an author friend about books, politics, and more in this episode of the Prison Potcast.

Marc has been writing to friends and fans, answering the many letter he receives in prison. In this letter to the author of a book called Payback (that the author sent to Marc in jail), Marc talks about some of his literary influences and discusses some personal history.

Ask Ed: Grow Tip - Trash to Stash

jeremiah — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 22:54:13 -0800

You have harvested, manicured, cured and dried the weed - now it is time to prepare the leftovers: The leaves, trim, and tiny buds that were removed during preparation. You can find many recipes for oil making, marijuana cooking oil and butter online, but before using the material for that you might try making some kief!

A Great LEAP Forward: Norm Stamper in Australia

jeremiah — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 21:20:15 -0800

Former Seattle police chief and Law Enforcement Against Prohibition (LEAP) activist Dr. Norm Stamper toured Australia in October, debuting at the Festival of Dangerous Ideas in Sydney on October 4, where he spoke on the proposition that “all forms of drug use should be made legal".

Marc Emery's Prison Potcast - Episode #7

jeremiah — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 16:44:29 -0800

CANNABIS CULTURE - Marc discusses the history of his continuing conflict with Canadian and US authorities in Episode #7 of the Prison Potcast.

Marc outlines the unrelenting crusade of Vancouver police and American Drug Czar John Walters to see him put behind bars for selling marijuana seeds and using the profits to fund anti-prohibition activists and marijuana legalization groups.

Pot-TV Classics Now on YouTube

jeremiah — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 07:14:19 -0800

CANNABIS CULTURE - The Pot-TV Network's classic video library is back! Subscribe to the Pot-TV YouTube Channel to watch new and old videos added daily.

For a decade, Pot-TV has been a source of thousands of weedy web videos by pot activists, entertainers, and hardcore herb heads - and has built up a considerable archive.

Marc Emery Rallies at MP Offices Across Canada

jeremiah — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 13:55:13 -0800

CANNABIS CULTURE - Supporters of Marc Emery showed up at their member of parliaments' offices last weekend to protest the pot activist's extradition to the United States for selling seeds.

Protesters waved signs and chanted at offices in several Canadian cities including Prime Minister Stephen Harper's Calgary Southwest riding and NDP leader Jack Layton's Toronto—Danforth riding.

Calgary, Alberta - Stephen Harper's Riding - Photos by Debbie Fagin

Marc Emery's Prison Potcast - Episode #6: Lest We Forget

jeremiah — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 20:06:22 -0800

CANNABIS CULTURE - Marc Emery discusses war and sacrifice in this gripping Remembrance Day Episode of the Prison Potcast.

Marc relays several personal stories told to him by his father, friends and others, and discusses Canada's war history and origin of the poppy worn by Canadians in commemoration of members of the Armed Forces and those who gave their lives in times of war.

Marc Emery's Prison Potcast - Episode #5

jeremiah — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 21:51:05 -0800

CANNABIS CULTURE - Marc discusses the possibility of being released on bail before he is extradited to the United States in Episode #5 of the Prison Potcast.

Marc also talks about the continuing drive by activists, supporters - and even a few politicians - to stop his extradition, and gives listeners an update about life on the inside.

Sacking of UK Drug Chief Sparks Major Controversy

jeremiah — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 18:13:16 -0800

CANNABIS CULTURE - The fallout continues after the UK's top drug adviser, David Nutt, was fired for claiming cannabis and ecstasy are safer than alcohol and tobacco, with several resignations, increasing criticism of the government, and the possible collapse of the country's advisory council on drugs.

Free Marc Emery Rallies at ALL MP Offices Across Canada

jeremiah — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 17:48:20 -0800

CANNABIS CULTURE - Marc Emery supporters Canada-wide will be joining together at their local Member of Parliament's offices on Saturday, November 7th, at 2:00pm to demand freedom for the imprisoned activist.

Canadians cannot allow our Minister of Justice to sign a Canadian citizen, Marc Scott Emery over to serve 5 years in the USA! Show you really care this Saturday: grab a group of friends and rally at your local MP's office with a sign saying Free Marc Emery!

Ask Ed: Grow Questions and Answers - Bud Storage

jeremiah — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 08:58:38 -0800

Question: My harvest has been cured and is drying. I have more than I can use in the next three months. How can I package it to preserve it?

Jimmy Joint, Albany, AL

Republican Mom Says Legalization a 'Conservative Issue'

jeremiah — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 08:05:37 -0800

CANNABIS CULTURE - A Republican activist and mother of two appeared on FOX News to call for the legalization of marijuana.

Jessica Corry, a former press secretary for a Republican Senator, joins a growing chorus of women speaking out against marijuana prohibition.

Tie Her Up!

jeremiah — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 08:17:26 -0800

It is amazing what can be accomplished using plant bondage and canopy management. (Photos by Subcool)Want to know how to get larger yields and bigger buds with only the cost of some string and some of your time? Would you like to fill the same amount of stash jars using less plants and taking less clones? Of course you do - so let's explore the science of plant canopy management.

Pot Activist David Malmo-Levine Sentenced To Six Months In Jail

jeremiah — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 09:19:05 -0700

Well-known marijuana activist David Malmo-Levine, who MCs most of Vancouver's pot rallies, has been sentenced to six months in prison. (Photos by Jeremiah Vandermeer)CANNABIS CULTURE - Vancouver ‘Herb School’ activist David Malmo-Levine was handed a six-month prison sentence yesterday by a B.C. Provincial Court judge.

Marc Emery's Prison Potcast #4 - Stephen Harper and The End of Days

jeremiah — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 18:15:03 -0700

CANNABIS CULTURE - In episode #4 of the Prison Potcast, Marc Emery reads his new essay "Stephen Harper and The End of Days (of Canada as we know it): Revelations about the Conservative Party's direction for Canada".

Emery Could Be Extradited as Early as Wednesday

jeremiah — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 13:38:09 -0700

Activist Marc Emery faces a 5-year prison sentence in the United States and could be transferred south as soon as this week. (Picture by Joseph Kamon)CANNABIS CULTURE - For almost a month supporters of Marc Emery have camped outside of the North Fraser Pretrial Centre where the Vancouver activist is being held. Emery, who faces extradition for selling marijuana seeds through the mail, could be sent to the United States as early as Wednesday.

'Herb School' Activist Could Serve Time

jeremiah — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 09:11:56 -0700

CANNABIS CULTURE - Former Supreme Court of Canada Appellant and cannabis activist David Malmo-Levine will be sentenced on Wednesday, Oct. 28th at 9:30 AM at 222 Main St. in Vancouver.

Malmo-Levine, one of Vancouver's most prominent cannabis activists, will be sentenced for his role in the "Herb School" herb-dispensing and drug-war history teaching operation that used to exist at 123 East Hastings St, next door to the Supervised injection site.

Ask Ed: Grow Questions and Answers - Are My Buds Ready?

jeremiah — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 08:28:08 -0700

Question: So I recently harvested my buds, are they ready for consumption?

Internet reader

Ed's Rosenthal: The "stick test" is a good indication of bud dryness. Bend the little stem that holds the bud together. If it bends, the bud is still too wet. If it snaps, the bud has dried sufficiently.

Tommy Chong Sports 'Free Marc' Shirt At SmokeOut 2009

jeremiah — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 18:42:14 -0700

CANNABIS CULTURE - Stoner Veteran Tommy Chong showed up at the 2009 Cypress Hill SmokeOut Festival in Cali this weekend, and he just happened to be wearing a 'Free Marc Emery' T-Shirt.

The two-day festival in San Bernardino brings together weed-loving bands and marijuana activists for pot-related entertainment and education. This years impressive lineup of bands includes Slipknot, Method Man and Redman, The Deftones and "very special guests" Sublime (sans deceased lead-man Bradley Nowell).

75 Things You Can Do To Free Marc Emery

jeremiah — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 10:46:56 -0700

CANNABIS CULTURE - Want to help get Marc Emery out of prison and end cannabis prohibition, but don't know what to do? Here is a list of 75 things you can do to help Marc get out of jail – ideas that can also be used to end the war on drugs!

The chart below includes 75 ways to help, with ratings on effectiveness, risk, and cost. Please ad your own ways in the comments section!