The Cannabis Boomer Podcast’s two-part series explores the top ten cannabis-themed movies, reflecting changing attitudes towards cannabis. Part one covers movies ten through six, including “Harold and Kumar Go to White Castle,” “The Big Lebowski,” “Friday,” “Fast Times at Ridgemont High,” and “Inherent Vice.” These films, spanning decades, showcase the evolving portrayal of cannabis in cinema and its impact on American culture.

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Dr. Emily Dufton, author of “Grass Roots: The Rise and Fall and Rise of Marijuana in America,” discusses the history of cannabis in the US. She explains that media portrayals of cannabis have evolved over time, from being promoted as a medicine in the 1700s to being associated with violence and insanity in the 1930s. While Harry Anslinger is often blamed for the negative portrayal of cannabis, Dufton argues that the racialized imagery associated with the drug became more prominent in the 1980s.

Cannabis portrayals in media have evolved over time, reflecting societal attitudes. Initially depicted as a threat to social order, cannabis transitioned to a symbol of counterculture in the 60s and 70s. By the 80s and 90s, it became a comedic trope, and in recent years, it is increasingly portrayed as a legitimate industry.

The normalization of cannabis use is increasing due to its availability in dispensaries and online, as well as its portrayal in media. Despite this, persistent myths about cannabis, such as the stoner archetype and its association with deviating from the mainstream, remain. The stigma surrounding cannabis use continues to hinder its acceptance for medical purposes, despite its potential benefits.

Cannabis Boomer podcast aims to educate users about cannabis and its effects, emphasizing the importance of informed consumption. The information shared is based on current scientific opinion and should not be considered medical advice.

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Paul Armentano, Deputy Director of NORML, discusses the evidence-based science of cannabis, particularly its impact on driving. He emphasizes the importance of evolving the narrative surrounding cannabis to evidence-based policies. Armentano highlights the need to distinguish between THC levels in the body and actual impairment, noting that THC can linger in the system long after impairment has subsided.

Cannabis use, particularly smoking, generally leads to compensatory driving behaviors like reduced speed and lane changes, resulting in a lower accident risk compared to alcohol. However, edibles, with their delayed onset and stronger psychoactive effects, pose a greater risk, and users are advised to utilize a taxi or have a designated driver if they consume edibles. Combining cannabis and alcohol can have synergistic adverse effects on psychomotor performance, making it particularly dangerous.

Rescheduling cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III would acknowledge its medical utility but wouldn’t address the conflict between federal and state laws. Descheduling cannabis from the Controlled Substances Act is necessary for states to regulate it independently. NORML continues to advocate for cannabis reform, fighting against efforts to undermine existing policies and holding the line to protect the rights of responsible adults and patients.

Cannabis Boomer podcast aims to educate users about cannabis and its effects, emphasizing the importance of informed consumption. The information shared is based on current scientific opinion and should not be considered medical advice.

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