Posts By: Rob Schmidt

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Rob is proud to have voted for California Proposition 215 in 1996 and is now enjoying the fruits (or flowers) of the medical marijuana movement. He would happily give up alcohol in exchange for recreational cannabis and encourages people to read real peer-reviewed science and make informed decisions for themselves. We have only begun to understand the human endocannabinoid system.

December 31, 2013
12/31/2013
Video: 2013 Year in Review – Marijuana Policy Project (MPP)

Video: 2013 Year in Review – Marijuana Policy Project (MPP)

2013 Year in Review (MPP) This 2013 Year in Review video from the Marijuana Policy Project highlights many major marijuana accomplishments achieved over the past 12 months. From the...
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December 27, 2013
12/27/2013
Piece of the Week | Starbucks Dabuccino

Piece of the Week | Starbucks Dabuccino

Let’s hope that if things keep going the way they are that we’ll see a Starbucks Dabuccino’s in Seattle soon! Starbucks Dabuccino Anyone? As ironic as this...
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December 20, 2013
12/20/2013
Piece of the Week | Jake the Dog Pipe

Piece of the Week | Jake the Dog Pipe

This week we go back to glass inspired by some of our favorite animated TV shows. This one, Jake the Dog, comes to us from the Emmy-award...
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December 13, 2013
12/13/2013
Piece of the Week | Snic Barnes Free Radical Bong

Piece of the Week | Snic Barnes Free Radical Bong

I recently found this piece on Pinterest (courtesy of the McKenzie Cannabis Club in Eugene, Oregon), the Snic Barnes Free Radical bong. I’m no expert on Snic Barnes...
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December 6, 2013
12/06/2013
Piece of the Week | Spine With Organs Glass Pipe

Piece of the Week | Spine With Organs Glass Pipe

I will be the first to admit that this spine with organs glass pipe is very strange, some may call it obscene (to any offended, I redirect...
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November 22, 2013
11/22/2013
Piece of the Week | Middle Finger Pipe (aka. The North American Bird)

Piece of the Week | Middle Finger Pipe (aka. The North American Bird)

This week we’re going with something that I just happened to stumble upon on Pinterest: a Middle Finger Pipe. Or what some people may fondly call: The...
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November 20, 2013
11/20/2013
Local California Medical Marijuana Cultivation Laws

Local California Medical Marijuana Cultivation Laws

Even though California has a statewide medical marijuana program, there are many specific local California medical marijuana cultivation laws. Are you a California medical marijuana patient? Have...
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November 14, 2013
11/14/2013
The Culture High: Behind the Scenes With NORML UK

The Culture High: Behind the Scenes With NORML UK

Regular readers know that we are supporters of The Culture High. The Culture High is a forthcoming documentary from Executive Producer Adam Scorgie and Director Brett Harvey...
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November 12, 2013
11/12/2013
Cannabis and Parental Surplus Syndrome

Cannabis and Parental Surplus Syndrome

With all of the recent press about Child Protective Services (CPS) stepping in to ruin families of cannabis users, I thought it was time to reflect on...
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November 1, 2013
11/01/2013
Piece of the Week | Redwood Tree Glass Pipe

Piece of the Week | Redwood Tree Glass Pipe

If you haven’t experienced a redwood tree first hand, you don’t know what you are missing. Living in northern California, I can tell you that these giant...
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October 18, 2013
10/18/2013
Piece of the Week | Chinese Dragon Smoking Pipes

Piece of the Week | Chinese Dragon Smoking Pipes

Recently I stumbled upon these beautiful Chinese dragon smoking pipes on Etsy. Each one is unique, intricate and would make an excellent addition to a collection of...
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October 4, 2013
10/04/2013
Piece of the Week | Stax Interchangeable Bong System

Piece of the Week | Stax Interchangeable Bong System

Did you enjoy Lego as a kid? Do you still? Well then I’ve got the bong system for you… Stax from Grav Labs in Austin, Texas. Stax...
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September 20, 2013
09/20/2013
Piece of the Week | Monster Claw Pipe with Slyme Glass

Piece of the Week | Monster Claw Pipe with Slyme Glass

This week we find a not-so-simple spoon: a monster claw pipe with a slyme glass accent. Monster Claw Pipe with Slyme Glass This cool pipe is brought to us...
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September 12, 2013
09/12/2013
Cannabis Crowd Funding | Rolet – Smoke Socially

Cannabis Crowd Funding | Rolet – Smoke Socially

With Eric Holder’s recent statement about allowing Colorado & Washington cannabis legalization to go unchallenged by the Feds has taken the Green Rush up another notch. Here’s...
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September 6, 2013
09/06/2013
Piece of the Week | Henna Inspired Glass Pipe

Piece of the Week | Henna Inspired Glass Pipe

This week we take a look at culturally inspired glass artwork, specifically this particular artist’s Henna Inspired Glass Pipe. Henna Inspired Glass Pipe This week’s piece comes...
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August 30, 2013
08/30/2013
Piece of the Week | Gummy Bear Pipe

Piece of the Week | Gummy Bear Pipe

I think most kids have a soft spot in their heart for gummy bears and if you share that memory, this gummy bear pipe should be in...
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August 29, 2013
08/29/2013
Poll: Utah Voters Support Legalization of Medical Marijuana

Poll: Utah Voters Support Legalization of Medical Marijuana

A new poll of registered voters in Utah are opposed to the legalization of marijuana for recreational use, but are supportive of allowing the use of cannabis for medical situations. The poll also found that only 50 percent of the Mormons who took the poll support legalization for medical reasons.

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August 23, 2013
08/23/2013
Piece of the Week | Elephant Pipe

Piece of the Week | Elephant Pipe

This week we go back to nature themed glasswork and consider this cute little piece, an elephant pipe. We have covered elephants in the past, specifically this...
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August 22, 2013
08/22/2013
New Study: Cannabis Is the ‘Least Risky Drug’ for Driving

New Study: Cannabis Is the ‘Least Risky Drug’ for Driving

A new study from Denmark confirms what cannabis advocates have said for years — marijuana is much safer than other substances when it comes to driving impairment. When it comes to driving under the influence, alcohol is still the most deadly drug. Weedist previously reported the results of CNN’s stoned driving tests.

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August 22, 2013
08/22/2013
Granny Storm Crow’s MMJ Reference List – July 2013

Granny Storm Crow’s MMJ Reference List – July 2013

Granny Storm Crow has been collecting articles and research on cannabis for years and she is sharing it all with us. Our friend at Beyond Chronic have the July 2013 Granny Storm Crow MMJ Reference List available now.

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