The recent oil spill off the coast of Huntington Beach, California is not the first of its kind. But, if the public fights to keep its memory alive, perhaps it can be among the last.
Damian Marley was nicknamed "Jr. Gong" in honor of his legendary father, Bob "Tuff Gong" Marley. His mother, Cindy Breakspeare, is a Jamaican jazz musician, former model and crowned Miss World 1976.
The New York Times' panel “Reasons to Believe: Unleashing the Power of Optimism” asked activists Bruno Rodriguez, Elizabeth Wathuti, Dr. Katharine Wilkinson and Journalist Simon Mundy what new perspectives are needed for addressing the climate crisis.
Theodore Coleman or Chef Theo is a James Beard Fellow who brought cannabis to fine dining and cannabutter to the James Beard House. He spoke with Honeysuckle about the challenges of changing the culture around fine dining.
The teams at Applied DNA Sciences and Flora Growth presented their innovative molecular technology-based tracking at CWCBExpo; the pioneering systems could provide solutions for the cannabis industry to fight counterfeiting and other issues.
Conceptual artist Alex Rudzinski joined Honeysuckle’s podcast for a discussion on conceptual art, gender discrimination throughout history, and interpreting the abstract during a rousing game of Central Park Golf.
At the recent New York Times Climate Conference, Somini Sengupta and climate leaders lead a debate on whether or not with rising populism, democratic leaders can really address climate change.
The 2021 Luxury Meets Cannabis Conference brought together top-quality cannabis and mainstream brands at New York’s Hudson Yards for frank discussions on post-legalization retail, sustainability, and inclusivity in building a better industry.
Republican congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-SC) filed a bill titled the States Reform Act, laying the groundwork for federal cannabis legalization. The proposal for legalization from Republican lawmakers may have significant implications for the future of a federally-regulated cannabis industry.
Honeysuckle follows up on the case of Matthew Baker, the only Black suspect in the McDonough, Georgia “Bonfire Killings.” Racial bias from law enforcement and the judicial system may cause him to face the death penalty, but new evidence suggests Baker’s innocence.
NORML FORML founder Michael O’Malley explains how 2021’s event honored NORML’s 50-plus years of cannabis advocacy and what makes New York’s cannabis community and legalization programs distinctive.
Todd Bergeron, Managing Partner of Conor Green Tribal Economic Development, talks about the firm’s work with the Shinnecock Indian Nation to launch the cannabis company Little Beach Harvest, and recognize Indigenous communities in the industry.
PAX Labs honors two years of Last Prisoner Project’s work to free and support people incarcerated for cannabis with a collaborative bucket hat and tote while also sharing the stories of LPP’s Legacy Fellows Stephanie Shepard and Donte West.
In the New York Times’ panel “Washing Up: Ensuring Universal Access to Water, Sanitation and Hygiene,” Oscar winner Matt Damon discussed global water equity at COP26. Damon was joined by Gary White, and Rose Wamalwa to talk about water’s impact on the climate crisis.
The EXXXOTICA Expo brought sexy back to the tri-state area with a message splayed on a massive banner over the entryway that read “It’s About F***ing Time.” Sexperts Laydee Vee and Dee Black spoke about the pleasure of educating at the event.
