Germany is at a turning point — the government’s approval of the Cannabis Act (CanG), a bill to legalize adult-use cannabis within the country, is expected to be in practice in early 2024.Despite this good news, many currently licensed medical cannabis companies were hoping for the legalization of the entire …
Read More »Re-Patterning Through Reverence and Cannabis
We are people of patterns, many of us have good and bad traits that can continue to repeat themselves over the course of our lives. Psychedelics, when used in a safe container with an intentional mindset, can give us the bravery to peer into dark areas of our lives or …
Read More »What Makes a Mushroom a Mushroom? How the Mycelium Debate Could Impact Industry Players and Consumers Alike
What is a mushroom, exactly? Ask the average consumer and they’ll likely reply that mushrooms are short stems with lid-like caps on the top, found in the produce section as well as growing in the wild. But defining exactly what constitutes a mushroom has become a contentious debate among supplement …
Read More »A Lesson on Eastern Fandom for Western Advertisers: The Case of Yonezu-Miyazaki
Our era of transient media consumption has pinned aesthetic depth in the hands of a few niche subcultures. Outside of which, the artistic outputs are dominated by psychologically driven design meant to trick the eye and offer an algorithmically satisfying viewpoint. In the house of the rising sun, there is …
Read More »It's Time for Big Tech to Stand Up for Journalism
The California State Legislature wrapped up its work. It passed several bills that will drastically reshape our state and country. The California Journalism Protection Act was not among them. This is a missed opportunity. In a world that once celebrated the internet’s promise of connectivity, shared experiences and equal access …
Read More »It Takes More Than Talent to Get the Gig: 3 Areas of Focus for Your Next Interview
Let’s start with the premise that you have a great talent. Here are some real experiences that determined who got hired and could help you turn your talent into work. All you need to do is substitute your sector/vertical to see hiring from a new angle. There is usually a …
Read More »Why Business Leaders Should Have Knowledge of Current and Historical Events
Negative news has an adverse effect on us. For instance, one 2022 study that examined the impact of violent Facebook content on women from five cities in Pakistan found that it made them “feel insecure, fearful, and distressed” — and that “the world is a nasty place to live in.” …
Read More »How Luxury Brands Are Targeting Sports Fans
Sports and events are two of my greatest passions. Throughout my career, the global sporting events that I have had the honor of working on — including the Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics, 2018 Gold Coast Commonwealth Games, 2018 FIFA World Cup, Formula 1 racing events, US Tennis Open 2019 — …
Read More »The Good, the Bad and the Music: Separating Art from the Artist
“It’s not my home, it’s their home and I’m welcome no more” — iconic lyrics that have inspired millions. As many of us no doubt do, I often daydream about lyricists’ intentions; in this case, Does the author feel alienated and, if so, from whom or what? What hellish establishment …
Read More »Steps to a Happy Partnership: How Employers Can Evaluate Alternative Employee Assistance Program Benefits
In today’s fast-paced world, I recognize the critical importance of mental health and the significant role that employers play in fostering the well-being of their employees. The most recent global pandemic has exacerbated mental health issues, with increased rates of anxiety, depression and stress worldwide. Depression is the leading cause …
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