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Kendrick Lamar's Surprise Drop at 3AM Crashes Streaming Servers
A 12-track ambient album with zero features. Critics are calling it his most personal work.
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The $400 Omakase That's Redefining What Sushi Means in 2025
Chef Mori's 17-course counter in the Flatiron is booked six months out. We got in.
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Zone 2 Training Is the Longevity Protocol Peter Attia Actually Uses
80% of your training at 130-140bpm. It sounds boring. The biomarkers tell a different story.
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Pappy Van Winkle 23-Year Just Hit the Secondary Market at $8,000
The most sought-after bourbon in America quietly appeared on three auction platforms this week.
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Runtz x Gelato #41 Crosses Are Commanding $80/Eighth in LA
Small-batch craft genetics with terpene profiles that rival Sonoma County wine.
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Korean BBQ Marinades That Actually Penetrate Thick Cuts
The pear vs. kiwi debate, settled — plus the overnight fridge trick no one talks about.
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Tokyo's Hidden Whisky Bars: A Connoisseur's Map
Golden Gai's 300 sq ft temples of aged single malts — ranked and mapped.
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Volcano Classic vs. Mighty+: The Definitive Vaporizer Comparison
After 200 hours of testing, we know which one actually delivers on flavor retention.
See Best Prices →The Vinyl Revival Is Real: Independent Press Sales Up 34% YoY
Collectors are outbidding each other for first pressings. Here's what's worth your money.
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Cold Plunge vs. Contrast Therapy: Which Actually Reduces Inflammation?
The literature is more nuanced than the influencers admit. A meta-analysis breakdown.
Shop Cold Plunges →The 25,000+ Highest-Rated Drinks, According to Untappd
March can mean many things: 🌷The first sign of spring ⚾The first crack of the bat as baseball season begins ⛹️♀️The first tingle of hearts breaking with broken NCAA March Madness brackets. But in our neck of the woods, the third month of the year means one thing only: the return of the third annual Untappd Community Awards! This year,… The post The 25,000+ Highest-Rated Drinks, According to Untappd appeared first on Hop Culture.
Read Full Article →Best THC Drinks for the Perfect Nightcap
As the craft beverage world continues to evolve, THC-infused drinks have emerged as a sophisticated and alcohol-free way to cap off the night. Whether you’re winding down after a long day or elevating a social evening sans booze, these thoughtfully crafted cannabis beverages offer a range of effects, flavors, and uses. Below are some of the best THC drinks for… The post Best THC Drinks for the Perfect Nightcap appeared first on Hop Culture.
Read Full Article →Hop Culture’s 5 Best Beers in the Shop in February
Hop Culture’s 5 Best Beers in the Shop Right Now (February) Graphic courtesy of Derek Campos, Senior Graphic Designer, Next Glass Welcome to a brand-new Hop Culture series designed to answer one simple question: What beers should I be drinking right now? Each month, we’re digging into the Hop Culture Shop to spotlight five standout beers (and boxes) that our… The post Hop Culture’s 5 Best Beers in the Shop in February appeared first on Hop Culture.
Read Full Article →The Road Less Traveled, Revisited: Two Roads’ Bold Bet on Brewing Belgium’s Legendary PALM
Two roads diverged in the craft beer woods, and Two Roads Brewing has never hesitated to take the one with fewer footprints—and better beer at the end of it. From day one, the Connecticut brewery has built its identity around zigging when others zag, honoring tradition while quietly rewriting the rules. Sometimes that means dry-hopping a pilsner before anyone has… The post The Road Less Traveled, Revisited: Two Roads’ Bold Bet on Brewing Belgium’s Legendary PALM appeared first on Hop Cultu
Read Full Article →Top 11 THC Drinks We Tried in 2025
THC drinks had a breakout year in 2025. What was once a novelty shelf at the corner dispensary has graduated into a full-blown beverage category, with items available at some of the largest retailers nationwide, including Total Wine, Target, Winn-Dixie, and Circle K. The category has borrowed heavily from craft beer, functional drinks, and even spirits. Many consumers are choosing… The post Top 11 THC Drinks We Tried in 2025 appeared first on Hop Culture.
Read Full Article →Of Monsters & Men: The Origins of Wine Chimeras
In Scotland, Dan Wye of Fyne Ales is creating mixed-culture beers designed to mimic the flavor and texture of wine. By using foraged fruit, flowers, and herbs in his blends, he’s attempting to define a new style.
Read Full Article →Comparing Maltose-Negative Yeast Strains for Making Nonalcoholic Beer
Maltose-negative yeast strains aren’t all the same. Most nonalcoholic yeast strains are undomesticated and lack the traits that brewers over the centuries have selected for. Learn how Berkeley Yeast’s strains are different.
Read Full Article →Source Material: A Podcast Series in Partnership with Firestone Walker
As Firestone Walker celebrates their 30th anniversary this year, we’ve teamed up to share stories around a theme they’re incredibly passionate about and proud of—the deep relationships they’ve built with hop growers, hop brokers, and hop-industry organizations.
Read Full Article →Recipe: Jester King Still Wild Ale
Want to try your hand at brewing an uncarbonated ale with enough acidity to refresh and complexity to intrigue? Here’s a recipe from Austin’s Jester King for a lambic-inspired beer that’s ready to drink in just a few months.
Read Full Article →Shhh, Be Still: Explore the Softer Side of Fizz
A wave of intentionally uncarbonated beers and adjacent drinks is putting greater focus on how texture plays on our palates. Whether you’re going low- or no-fizz, here’s what fewer bubbles mean for the rest of your beverage.
Read Full Article →Mahi Mahi Recipes 🐟🐟 Light, Flavorful & Versatile
Mahi mahi is a lean, mild white fish that holds up beautifully to grilling, baking, and pan-searing. Its meaty texture and subtle sweetness make it... The post Mahi Mahi Recipes 🐟🐟 Light, Flavorful Versatile appeared first on Homebrew Academy.
Read Full Article →Blackened Mahi Mahi with Avocado Salad 🌶️🐟🥑 Bold, Zesty, and Perfectly Fresh
This dish pairs spicy, smoky blackened mahi mahi with a cool and refreshing avocado salad. The contrast of heat and freshness makes it a vibrant,... The post Blackened Mahi Mahi with Avocado Salad 🌶️🐟🥑 Bold, Zesty, and Perfectly Fresh appeared first on Homebrew Academy.
Read Full Article →Mahi Mahi in Coconut Curry 🐟🥥🍛 Creamy, Fragrant, and Packed With Bold Spice
This dish features tender mahi mahi simmered in a rich coconut curry sauce infused with garlic, ginger, and warm spices. It’s vibrant, comforting, and perfect... The post Mahi Mahi in Coconut Curry 🐟🥥🍛 Creamy, Fragrant, and Packed With Bold Spice appeared first on Homebrew Academy.
Read Full Article →Garlic Butter Baked Mahi Mahi 🧄🐟🍋 Tender, Flaky, and Bursting With Flavor
This baked mahi mahi is smothered in a garlic butter sauce with lemon and herbs, then baked until tender and flaky. It’s quick, elegant, and... The post Garlic Butter Baked Mahi Mahi 🧄🐟🍋 Tender, Flaky, and Bursting With Flavor appeared first on Homebrew Academy.
Read Full Article →Mahi Mahi Fish Tacos 🌮🐟🥭 Fresh, Zesty, and Packed With Coastal Flavor
These mahi mahi tacos are light, flavorful, and perfect for a taco night upgrade. With tender, seasoned fish, crisp slaw, and a creamy sauce, they’re... The post Mahi Mahi Fish Tacos 🌮🐟🥭 Fresh, Zesty, and Packed With Coastal Flavor appeared first on Homebrew Academy.
Read Full Article →Jury finds that Live Nation acted as a monopoly and overcharged ticket buyers
An antitrust suit alleged that the company unfairly controlled too much of the live music industry at the expense of venues, artists and fans. The decision could reshape the industry.(Image credit: Patrick T. Fallon)
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Tune in to a mini-concert with Tedeschi Trucks Band
The 12-piece outfit performs music from their latest album, Future Soul.
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Accountant-turned-DJ John Summit found his 'escape' in the club
John Summit's second album, CTRL ESCAPE, charts his journey from cubicle to main stage, while paying homage to his Chicago roots.
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'Speakeasies to Symphonies' and 'Cosmic Music' chronicle 2 jazz greats
Critic Kevin Whitehead reviews biographies of two musicians who transcended jazz, and to whom recognition was slow in coming: James P. Johnson, born in 1894, and Alice Coltrane, born in 1937.
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How Dizzy Gillespie helped forge a new jazz era in America
Dizzy Gillespie and his iconic trumpet -- with its turned up bell -- brought a new era of American jazz to a global audience. It's part of our 250th anniversary series America in Pursuit.
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Questlove’s Earth, Wind & Fire Doc Bound For Tribeca
Earth, Wind Fire's Maurice White performing on Feb. 3, 1978 (photo: Michael Putland / Getty Images). The Tribeca Festival is going big for its 25th anniversary, with opening night programming centered around Roots drummer Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson’s new documentary on Earth, Wind Fire, Earth, Wind Fire (To Be Celestial VS That s the Weight of the World).The HBO Original will screen June 3 at New York’s Beacon Theatre and will be followed by live perfo
Read Full Article →Jon Batiste and Josh Harmon Rework Zelda’s ‘Song of Storms’
Multi-Grammy, Oscar, and Emmy winner Jon Batiste brings a jazz improviser’s touch to the beloved “Song of Storms” from The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time in a new performance with musician and content creator Josh Harmon. First heard in the game’s 1998 release, the familiar melody is reimagined here as a fluid, jazz-inflected conversation, with Batiste’s spontaneous piano phrasing meeting Harmon’s restrained percussion in a performance that feels both playful and deeply musical. “Josh is a
Read Full Article →Todd Mosby Blends Jazz, Folk, and Blues on ‘American Heartland’
St. Louis-based composer Todd Mosby takes a wide-angle approach on American Heartland, a 12-track album that moves between contemporary jazz, New Age, folk, blues, solo acoustic guitar, and jazz-rock with a distinctly cinematic sense of motion. The result feels less like a genre exercise than a musical map of Missouri’s emotional and physical landscape. Across the collection, lush orchestration, featured female vocal passages, horn-driven momentum, and stately strings give the music a vivid s
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Kronos Quartet’s ‘Glorious Mahalia’ Honors Mahalia Jackson’s Voice and Activism
Midway through Martin Luther King Jr.’s historic speech at the 1963 March on Washington, a voice called out from behind him: “Tell them about the dream, Martin!” That voice belonged to Mahalia Jackson, King’s close friend and one of the most revered gospel singers of the 20th century. Glorious Mahalia, a new tribute from Kronos Quartet, uses that defining moment as a lens into Jackson’s artistry, convictions, and the profound relationships that ran alongside her work, including her ties to King,
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Allen Toussaint’s ‘Songbook’ Live Album: Five Decades of New Orleans Music Reissued
Allen Toussaint (1938–2015) was a New Orleans treasure whose songs and productions defined the city’s sound for decades. His first live album, Songbook (2013), bottled that energy, recorded during two intimate 2009 New York shows where Toussaint wove stories between career-spanning performances of “Lipstick Traces (On a Cigarette),” “Holy Cow,” and “Get Out of My Life, Woman.” Now, the GRAMMY®-nominated album returns via Craft Recordings with 20 previously unreleased tracks, including a cover
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Trey Anastasio Announces Live and Acoustic Album, Capturing 2025 Tour Performances
Trey Anastasio has announced the upcoming release of Trey Anastasio – Live and Acoustic, a new collection of stripped-down performances captured last year on his sold-out 2025 Spring Acoustic Tour. Produced by Vance Powell and featuring longtime collaborator Jeff Tanski on keyboards, Trey Anastasio – Live and Acoustic arrives via Rubber Jungle Records this Friday, April 3. Pre-orders/pre-saves are available now. Trey Anastasio – Live and Acoustic captures Anastasio in his most intimate and r
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ALBUM REVIEW: Dirk Powell Showcases Clever, Wide-Ranging Artistry on ‘Wake’
On Wake, his first solo album since 2020, multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, and singer Dirk Powell paints a masterpiece. With support from Rhiannon Giddens, Darrell Scott, and Powell s daughter and musical collaborator, Amelia, Powell draws from a colorful palette of sound, to capture in broad flourishes the many scenes of joy, sadness, celebration, and love evoked in the wake of a full life. To wake is to awaken to newness every morning when love is fresh, but also to leave behind others and o
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CROWDFUNDING RADAR: Three Worthy ‘World Music’ Campaigns
If there is any genre of music with even less concrete definition than Americana, it s ‘world music.’ At its core, world music is really just roots music that doesn t come from America, England, or Ireland. I ve seen everything from traditional folk music to country to new age and even heavy metal labeled as world music. In this month s column, I ve got three globe-spanning campaigns for music that could fall under the world music label.Luna Keller- Death and All Her EnemiesLuna Ke
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THROUGH THE LENS: Cayamo 2026 Captivated Roots Music Fans While Cruising In The Caribbean
The 18th Cayamo cruise set sail out of Miami on March 13, 2026 and, with stops in San Juan, Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic, returned to home port on March 20, 2026. Promoted by founder Sixthman as “A Journey Through Song,” the floating festival yet again delivered unforgettable sets and rare collaborative performances that could only occur on a self-contained ship. Be it stars such as Jason Isbell, Patty Griffin, and Tommy Emmanuel, newcomers like Judy Blank, Palmyra, and K
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NO DEPRESSION SESSIONS at Chelsea Studios NYC: The Brook & The Bluff
Birmingham-bred, Nashville-based The Brook the Bluff arrived at Chelsea Studios NYC as a trio for their No Depression Session, with vocal harmonies locked in tight from a decade of daily use.All three songs in this session come from their recent release, Werewolf, a record shaped more by the stage than by the studio. Lead guitarist Alec Bolton explains, “what if we don t take a song into the studio unless it already sounds great and is really fun to play?” So their studio time wa
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ALBUM REVIEW: Mikaela Davis Plays With Genre On ‘Graceland Way’
Mikaela Davis has never been a stranger to transformation. She’s tried on hazy pop, whimsical folk, jam band grooves, and now, donning a bejeweled Western suit, finds herself fusing all these sounds and more on Graceland Way, her latest album. But don’t be fooled by the ‘fit, since Graceland Way is not a country—or even a cosmic country—album. It is cosmic but styled more after Stevie Nicks’ Laurel Canyon-ified mysticism-pop than any twangier varietal. A
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Debashish Bhattacharya To Release New Single For The Durga Puja Festival
Who is Debashish Bhattacharya? Debashish Bhattacharya is arguably the greatest slide guitarist in the world. He is an undisputed master of the demanding technique and discipline of both Hindustani classical music and modern world fusion. He has revolutionised a number of technical aspects of performance on the instrument. Debashish has played extensively around the globe, logging in over 3000 live performances and 27 albums. He has performed both live and on recordings with musical icons such as
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December album releases
Always Can't Go On Forever - Don Kipper Don Kipper supercharge their Balkan and Mediterranean roots in these wonderfully original songs steeped in heavy electronic grooves, elastic disco basslines and splashes of psychedelic synth funk. FIND OUT MORE | BUY NOW The Rough Guide To Big Bill Broonzy: The Early Years Big Bill Broonzy was a trailblazing Chicago bluesman steeped in southern traditions, whose songs stretched genres from folk music to hokum and ragtime to country. These seminal recor
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NEW SINGLE
Listen to the hypnotic and Maghrebi-influenced 'Ya Leyli', Don Kipper’s second pre-release single from their forthcoming album Always Can’t Go On Forever (release date 1st Dec). LISTEN NOW Watch the music video Pre-order Always Can't Go On Forever Don Kipper supercharge their Balkan and Mediterranean roots in these wonderfully original songs steeped in heavy electronic grooves, elastic disco basslines and splashes of psychedelic synth funk. PRE-ORDER NOW
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NEW SINGLE and Vinyl Release
‘Ahora más cerca’ Sangit, ft. Yasmin Levy We are excited to announce today's release, 'Ahora más cerca' by Sangit featuring Yasmin Levy. This beautiful ballad is a highlight of Sangit’s upcoming album 'Ooroo' and features the heartfelt vocals of Yasmin Levy, the queen of Ladino music. LISTEN NOW Rough Guide to Memphis Minne: Queen of Country Blues Memphis Minnie was one of the greatest guitarists and blues singers of her time and a pioneering influence in the urban transformation of country
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NEW RELEASE
Live session from the album ALIGNED at Jerusalem’s YMCA Hall. In a mesmerizing live video session that took place in the heart of Jerusalem’s YMCA Hall, Itzhak Ventura and his jazz trio perform four pieces from his widely acclaimed album Aligned from 2022. LISTEN NOW
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Devil’s in the Details: Inside Esme Rose’s Bewitching ‘x3’ EP
Rising from the shadows of indie pop with a grin as sharp as her lyrics, Esme Rose delivers ‘x3,’ a seven-track EP that’s equal parts dark ritual and empowerment manifesto. Part witch-pop, part alt-pop fever dream, the independent artist conjures a world where feminine fury meets hypnotic grooves, leaving no listener untouched. With her unapologetic blend of witchy theatrics and emotional candor, Rose isn’t just making music; she’s casting spells, one thunderous beat at a time.
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Life Is Too Short to Be Comfortable: Whiskey Flower Turn Defiance into Fuel on ‘double yellow lines’
Santa Fe-based rock/Americana duo Whiskey Flower unapologetically embrace who they are on ‘double yellow lines,’ delivering a record doused with passion, defiance, and fiery conviction.
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“Flying Over Highways Like We Weren’t Butterflies”: Kevin Morby Reflects on What It Means to “Die Young” in a Road-Worn Reverie
Kevin Morby drifts through memory and motion on “Die Young,” a warm, midtempo reflection on his roots, resilience, and life’s fragility – and the quietly expansive second single off his upcoming eighth LP, ‘Little Wide Open.’
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Can red light therapy really deliver a beauty and health glow-up? Here's the science
Wellness influencers tout the therapy's power for everything from rejuvenating skin and hair to boosting longevity. Devices sold for at-home use abound. We look at the evidence behind the hype.
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Anxiety Sucks, But It Taught Me These 7 Important Things
“Anxiety is the dizziness of freedom.” ~Soren Kierkegaard Let’s be clear: This isn’t an article about positive thinking. This isn’t an article about how silver linings make everything okay. This isn’t an article about how your perspective on anxiety is all wrong. The kids call those things “toxic positivity.” No toxic positivity here. This is an article about my lifelong relationship with anxiety and what I’ve learned from something that won’t go a
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Why I Let My Kids See My Sadness Now (After Hiding It for Years)
“I will not teach or love or show you anything perfectly, but I will let you see me, and I will always hold sacred the gift of seeing you—truly, deeply, seeing you.” ~Brené Brown The first time my kids saw me truly cry was Christmas of 2021. My oldest was sixteen, and my youngest was twelve. They had just opened their presents. It should have been a warm, joyful morning. Instead, I turned away toward the foyer near the entry of the house, my back to them, as tears threatened to spill over. My mo
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From People-Pleasing to Self-Trust: How to Come Back to Yourself
“The privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are.” ~Carl Jung Where did I want to go out to eat? The question was straightforward, and the answer should have been easy. But as my mind flipped through the options, my thoughts weren’t focused on what I wanted. Instead, I was preoccupied with making the right choice, the one least likely to cause tension. Yes, my partner had asked where I wanted to go. But over time, I learned that answering honestly often came with consequences. My choi
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Phone Down, Eyes Up: How to Really See the People We Love
“The most precious gift we can offer anyone is our attention.” ~Thich Nhat Hanh Judy was three the first time I missed it. She had spent a solid ten minutes stacking every couch cushion on our living room floor in Vancouver, building what she clearly considered an Olympic-grade landing pad. She climbed up on the couch, stretched her arms out wide, and gave me that look. You know the one. The look kids give you right before they do something that makes your heart jump into your throat
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What My Body Taught Me: 13 Surgeries, One Coma, Countless Powerful Lessons
“Out of suffering have emerged the strongest souls; the most massive characters are seared with scars.” ~Khalil Gibran I was born with spina bifida. When I was ten years old, doctors told me I might not walk again after a surgery that would change my life. I don’t remember every word they said, but I remember the feeling, the air shifting in the room, the adults speaking carefully, the quiet that followed. Paralysis was a possibility. By that point, my body already knew hospital ceilings well. I
Read Full Article →New toothpaste stops gum disease without killing good bacteria
Scientists have developed a new way to fight gum disease without wiping out the mouth’s helpful bacteria—a major shift from traditional treatments. Instead of killing everything, this targeted approach blocks only the harmful microbes that drive periodontitis, allowing beneficial bacteria to thrive and restore balance naturally.
Read Full Article →Stanford scientists discover “natural Ozempic” without side effects
A newly discovered molecule could reshape the future of weight loss treatments by mimicking the powerful appetite-suppressing effects of drugs like Ozempic — but without many of the unpleasant side effects. Identified using artificial intelligence, this tiny peptide, called BRP, appears to act directly on the brain’s appetite-control center, helping animals eat less and lose fat without nausea or muscle loss.
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28+ Earthships in Ontario, Canada | The Earthship Revolution
People in Ontario and all across the world, with big hearts and unbreakable human spirits, are escaping dystopian cities and creating a new and better culture from the ground up. For many of them, the process begins with an Earthship home. Get ready to see 28+ Earthships in Ontario, Canada. No form of human habitation even comes close to the resilience, structural indestructibility and freedom provided by an Earthship house. That’s why Earthships are rapidly being built across the w
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Your Ultimate Guide to The ‘Blue Bottle’ Experiment | Methylene Blue Science Experiment
Looking for a fun science experiment to show your children or grandchildren? Or perhaps you’re a student and want your science teacher to do something interesting in class. Either way, the answer is The Blue Bottle Experiment! It’s fun, looks like a magic trick and you’ll learn something valuable from it. The Blue Bottle Experiment is a classic chemistry experiment involving a medicinal blue dye called methylene blue, which you can use to impress all your friends and
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Methylene Blue for Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s and Dementia
The blockbuster drug methylene blue is experimentally proven to restore brain function in people with Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and other forms of dementia – but big pharma says you can’t have it! Existing ‘approved’ drugs for dementia obviously don’t work or they would be curing people and the disease would vanish. But that doesn’t mean effective treatment’s don’t exist. In this article you’re going to learn what’s
Read Full Article →Methylene Blue: Miracle Antidote for Poisonings and Overdoses
Got bit by a rattlesnake or eat a poisonous mushroom and looking for an antidote? Look no further than the wonder-drug methylene blue – a medicinal blue dye that acts as an antidote for chemical poisoning and overdose. It’s inexpensive, easily obtainable, remarkably safe, and it’s the first line of defense in most hospital emergency rooms across the world used on people admitted for overdose and chemical poisonings of all types.[R] If you’ve never heard of methylen
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Methylene Blue: A Scientific Breakthrough for COVID-19?
Can methylene blue, an inexpensive drug that’s routinely used in hospital emergency rooms, cure COVID-19? Emerging evidence shows MB can rapidly inactivate the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Almost immediately following the declaration of the COVID-19 pandemic by the World Health Organization in March 2020, scientists got to work studying ways to inhibit replication of the virus. One medicine with great promise is methylene blue – a dye originally developed for the fabric industry in the 1800s whi
Read Full Article →FDA’s New Hemp CBD Enforcement Move Is Encouraging, But Congress Still Needs To Enact Real Regulations (Op-Ed)
“These products have the potential to reshape how Americans approach wellness by offering accessible, plant-based alternatives that complement traditional care, but realizing that potential will require more than enforcement discretion.” By Thomas Winstanley, Edibles.com For years, the hemp-derived CBD market has operated in a paradox: federally legal, widely available and increasingly normalized—yet lacking a clear regulatory framework that gives consumers confidence and businesses
Read Full Article →Pennsylvania House Passes Governor’s Budget Plan With Expected Revenue From Marijuana, Which Hasn’t Yet Been Legalized
Pennsylvania’s House of Representatives has passed budget legislation proposed by the governor that relies on revenue that would be generated from recreational marijuana sales, which have not yet been legalized in the state. The Democratic-controlled House voted 107-94 on Tuesday to approve the spending plan from Gov. Josh Shapiro (D) who earlier this year included cannabis legalization and the resulting expected revenue in his budget request. The vote was largely along party lines, though
Read Full Article →Rhode Island Marijuana Officials Appeal Federal Court Ruling Blocking Licensing Lottery
“Cannabis law is constantly evolving—we’re just doing our best going forward with the Cannabis Act that we’ve been provided that we need to follow.” By Christopher Shea, Rhode Island Currant The two-person Rhode Island Cannabis Control Commission and staff met behind closed doors for around an hour Tuesday morning to discuss last week’s federal court order halting the process that was set to award 20 new retail licenses as soon as May. Three and half hours later, the commission filed an appeal
Read Full Article →Virginia Lawmaker Worries Governor’s Marijuana Resentencing Bill Amendment Will Let People ‘Fall Through The Cracks’
A Virginia lawmaker who sponsored a bill to provide resentencing relief for people with past marijuana convictions that the governor is proposing to significantly scale back says he will accept those changes, even if he is not happy about them. As approved by lawmakers, HB 26 from Rozia Henson, Jr. (D), along with companion bill SB 62 from Senate President Pro Tem Louise Lucas (D), would create a process by which people who are incarcerated or on community supervision for certain felony offense
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Maryland Governor Signs Bills To Protect Veterinarians Who Recommend Medical Marijuana For Animals
Maryland’s governor has signed legislation to provide legal protections for veterinarians who recommend medical marijuana for animals. Gov. Wes Moore (D) on Tuesday approved a pair of bills to make it so the State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners cannot “suspend or revoke a license, reprimand or censure a licensee, or place a licensee on probation solely on the basis of the licensee discussing or recommending the use of cannabis…or a product that contains cannabidiol on an
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Inside Sweetlife NYC’s Elevated Cannabis Experience
A Different Kind of Dispensary Lands on the Upper East Side New York’s cannabis scene is still finding its rhythm. Some shops lean transactional, others try to mimic legacy culture, and a few attempt to split the difference. Then there’s Sweetlife NYC, a licensed dispensary on Manhattan’s Upper East Side that’s taking a different route entirely—one rooted in hospitality, not hustle. Set in the heart of Yorkville, Sweetlife sits naturally within a neighborhood long defined by culture, routi
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Zurich’s Weed Trial Is Working So Well Switzerland Just Extended It Again
It may not be Switzerland’s political capital, but it could easily be its cannabis capital. We’re talking about Zurich, one of the country’s largest cities and its main financial hub. Given its influence, it makes sense that cannabis-related developments there to draw attention. And this latest one is significant. Following a vote held in March, the government decided to take a key step: extending the scientific pilot program for regulated cannabis in order to keep gathering data before moving i
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A $160K Bracket, Live Finals and Glass Heat: Proper Smoke Network Will Host a Connoisseur Event on Apr. 25
The Proper Smoke Network is taking High Rollers off the screen and into a six-hour live event with a $160,000 bracket, live finals, a major glass auction and a room built for people who care how weed actually smokes. On April 25, the Proper Smoke Network is hosting the High Rollers Live Show, a six-hour livestreamed event built for the kind of weed person who actually cares about the details. Not just what a jar looks like, but how it burns, how it tastes, how it opens up and whether it reall
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How Many Ice Cream Cones Does It Take to Get Sugar-High? We Asked a Doctor
A doctor breaks down the rush, the crash, and why getting “sugar-high” is more complicated than it sounds. In the Simpsons episode ‘Boy-Scoutz ‘n the Hood,’ Bart and Milhouse spend $20 on the Squishee—a milkshake that Apu loads up with syrup. From then on, as sugar wreaks havoc on their perception, they embark on a trip that resembles a sensory, chemical, and delirious high. But can sugar actually make you high? What does that feel like? How many innocent ice cream cones from McDona
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New Study Reports Up to 99% Lower Harmful Byproducts With Vaporization vs Smoking
A PAX-authored study comparing vaporized cannabis to joint smoke found significantly lower levels of certain compounds under controlled lab conditions. A new research paper is adding fresh data to a long-running question in cannabis consumption: how vaporizing compares to smoking when it comes to chemical exposure. The research—conducted by Richard Rucker, who serves as PAX’s director of product integrity, and Derek Shiokari, a senior chemist and data scientist at the company—compared aero
Read Full Article →Psychedelic Funding Update: Q1 2026
Psychedelic Funding Update: Q1 2026 We have updated our Psychedelic Company Financing Tracker to reflect activity in Q1 2026. Psychedelic financing activity in the first quarter of 2026 was down slightly from Q4 2025, with $348M raised across 11 events. The bulk of those aggregate inflows accrued to Compass Pathways, which raised $150M on the back of its second positive Phase 3 readout in… Source
Read Full Article →Worth the Wait: Cambridge Adds Its Voice to UK Psychedelic Science
Worth the Wait: Cambridge Adds Its Voice to UK Psychedelic Science
Read Full Article →Q1 2026 Psychedelic Patent Update
Written by Psychedelic Alpha’s Noah Smith with support from Editor-at-Large and patent attorney Graham Pechenik of Calyx Law. The Psychedelic Patent Update provides headline figures and data regarding published psychedelic patent applications and grants, as well as a brief analysis. Since November 2023, we’ve been tracking prosecution status updates for every U.S. patent application in our… Source
Read Full Article →The Psychedelic Practitioner Issue 4: Integration
The Psychedelic Practitioner Issue 4: Integration
Read Full Article →March 2026 Psychedelic Bill Round-up
With 11 new bills introduced across 7 jurisdictions and significant movement on dozens of existing measures, March added to a record-setting year for U.S. psychedelic policy reform. Combined with the activity we covered in January and February, the 2026 legislative period now encompasses more than 100 bills across 35 states. Perhaps the most significant recent development came not from a new… Source
Read Full Article →Best CBD Flower Brands for Smoking
The CBD flower market has exploded in recent years, giving consumers more options than ever before. But with so many brands claiming to offer premium hemp flower, how do you separate genuinely quality products from... The post Best CBD Flower Brands for Smoking appeared first on Greencamp.
Read Full Article →From Ritual to Routine: How People Use Mushrooms and Cannabis for Mindful Living
For a long time, both cannabis and mushrooms were associated with special occasions—ceremonies, weekends, or moments set apart from everyday life. But that narrative is changing. More people are now integrating these plant-based tools into... The post From Ritual to Routine: How People Use Mushrooms and Cannabis for Mindful Living appeared first on Greencamp.
Read Full Article →7 Lesser-Known Benefits of CBD
When you hear the word CBD, what comes to your mind? Well, for most people, the first thought that comes to mind is reducing pain and anxiety. However, many other, more significant benefits of CBD... The post 7 Lesser-Known Benefits of CBD appeared first on Greencamp.
Read Full Article →SAFETY STANDARDS FOR THC VAPING PRODUCTS
The safety of THC vaping products is a critical concern for consumers and regulators alike, given the unique challenges associated with inhaled substances. Ensuring product integrity from manufacturing to consumption involves adherence to specific standards... The post SAFETY STANDARDS FOR THC VAPING PRODUCTS appeared first on Greencamp.
Read Full Article →Why Runtz Seeds Took Over the American Cannabis Scene
In the past few years, few strains have made as big a splash as Runtz. From coast to coast, this fruity, candy-flavored hybrid has become a favorite among growers and consumers alike. What started as... The post Why Runtz Seeds Took Over the American Cannabis Scene appeared first on Greencamp.
Read Full Article →Lost Magic
Has anyone ever else felt like they lost the magic in a psychedelic. L seems to not have that magical mystical quality for me anymore, it just gets me high now. Still fun but nothing like when I was younger. Mushrooms not as much but still not as magical as they once were.
Read Full Article →Bridgesii Thread
So I thought this might be a good place to start an ongoing discussion about Trichocereus bridgesii (also known as Echinopsis lageniformis or Achuma or the Bolivian Torch cactus). I think that this cactus merits special attention because of how fast it grows and also because of...
Read Full Article →Aspergillus leporis - breif overview
Originally mentioned here. Please note I am new to mycology and have not done this personally. This information may or may not be accurate. Aspergillus leporis - fungus (mold) Agar: czapek yeast extract, malt extract, potato dextrose, possibly others... pH of 5.8 to 6.2 is crit...
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Ibogaine and 5-MeO-DMT: An Uneasy Partnership?
When and why did ibogaine experiences start including toad medicine? Ibogaine, the psychedelic compound derived from the West African iboga shrub, has emerged as a dark horse darling of psychedelic research and legislation. In the past few years, it has soared from relative obscurity to garnering increasing attention and funding, including the passage of $50 million for research funding in Texas. Often, though, people who receive ibogaine choose to follow it with another psychedelic that h
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Queering Psychedelics: A Resource Toolkit”
Art by Karina Álvarez Queering Psychedelics is part of Chacruna’s ongoing work to uplift queer, trans, non-binary, and gender-expansive voices within psychedelic healing, spirituality, and liberation. This page gathers key resources from Chacruna’s Queering Psychedelics ecosystem, including conference materials, a past course, a featured lecture, a community forum, a book, and selected Chronicles exploring identity, survival, transformation, and queer community in psychedelic spaces. L
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Press Release – Announcing Chacruna’s Psychedelic Culture Conference, April 17–19 2026
3 days. 200+ speakers. One transformative gathering at a pivotal moment for psychedelics. San Francisco, California [March 2026] – From April 17–19, 2026, the Chacruna Institute for Psychedelic Plant Medicines will host its signature conference, Psychedelic Culture, at the historic Brava Theater in San Francisco, CA. Bringing together over 200 speakers across multiple tracks, this three-day gathering invites attendees into some of the most critical, nuanced, and forward-thinking convers
Read Full Article →Extended State Dimethyltryptamine (DMT): Psychedelic Renaissance Progresses to Psychedelic Enlightenment
Extended state dimethyltryptamine (DMT) may be the next frontier in characterising the complex effects of psychedelics. This approach offers an opportunity to advance past dominant and harmful paradigms, opening doors to new ways of perceiving the world. N,N-DMT is a naturally occurring psychedelic found, according to Alexander Shulgin (1997), “almost everywhere you choose to look (p.249).” The earliest evidence in South America of psychoactive plant use dates to 2130 BC in the form of seeds,
Read Full Article →Press Release – Chacruna Institute Launches 2026 Course on The Science of Psychedelic Healing
San Francisco, CA — [March 2026] — The Chacruna Institute for Psychedelic Plant Medicines announces its upcoming course “The Science of Psychedelic Healing,” running May 12 – July 14, 2026. This online course brings together leading experts in psychiatry, neuroscience, anthropology, and psychedelic research to explore the scientific foundations of psychedelic healing. Registration is Now Open Understanding the Science of Psychedelic Medicine As psychedelic-assisted therapies gain atte
Read Full Article →The Best Breweries of 2025
Another year, another impossible task: narrowing down the breweries that blew our minds, melted our palates, and made us seriously consider installing a second liver. You’d think after crisscrossing the globe for festivals, sneaking into taprooms between flights, and obsessively scrolling your check-ins on Untappd, this list would get easier. Nope. Every November, we stare at a chaotic pile of… The post The Best Breweries of 2025 appeared first on Hop Culture.
Read Article →The Brewery Maintenance Playbook: Closing the Due-Diligence Gap
Acquiring a new brewery can come with hidden costs if due diligence on maintenance is overlooked, leading to preventable issues that impact operations and profitability. This playbook reveals the common blind spots and offers a roadmap for smoother integration.
Read Article →Garlic Butter Scallops with Rice 🧄🦪🍚 Rich, Comforting, and Weeknight-Friendly
Golden-seared scallops paired with buttery garlic rice make for a dish that’s both elegant and comforting. It’s a perfect balance of flavor and texture —... The post Garlic Butter Scallops with Rice 🧄🦪🍚 Rich, Comforting, and Weeknight-Friendly appeared first on Homebrew Academy.
Read Article →Can red light therapy really deliver a beauty and health glow-up? Here's the science
Wellness influencers tout the therapy's power for everything from rejuvenating skin and hair to boosting longevity. Devices sold for at-home use abound. We look at the evidence behind the hype.
Read Article →Questlove’s Earth, Wind & Fire Doc Bound For Tribeca
Earth, Wind Fire's Maurice White performing on Feb. 3, 1978 (photo: Michael Putland / Getty Images). The Tribeca Festival is going big for its 25th anniversary, with opening night programming centered around Roots drummer Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson’s new documentary on Earth, Wind Fire, Earth, Wind Fire (To Be Celestial VS That s the Weight of the World).The HBO Original will screen June 3 at New York’s Beacon Theatre and will be followed by live perfo
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Tedeschi Trucks Band Announce ‘The Garden Party’ Concert Film Capturing Madison Square Garden Debut
Tedeschi Trucks Band (TTB), the GRAMMY Award-winning band led by the dynamic wife and husband duo of Susan Tedeschi and Derek Trucks, has announced the release of The Garden Party. The feature film, directed by GRAMMY-nominated director John McDermott (Music, Money, Madness…Jimi Hendrix In Maui, Eric Clapton Steve Winwood Live at Madison Square Garden) and co-produced by BAFTA Award-winning producer George Scott (Alan Cumming’s Most Luxurious Train Journeys Scotland, Home Again: Carole K
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ALBUM REVIEW: Thomm Jutz Practices the Alchemy of Songwriting on ‘Ring-A-Bellin’’
With his new album Ring-A-Bellin’, songwriter Thomm Jutz delivers a personal project that appeals to listeners on many levels. A classically trained musician as well, Jutz has been sought-after for musical collaborations by fellow performers and songwriters. On Ring-A-Bellin’ Jutz created a collection of songs — 18 of them — that reflect his deep interest in the work of Carl Jung and the concept of alchemy, which he suggests mirrors the work of a songwriter. One
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New Release: The Rough Guide to Delta Blues (Vol. 2)
The Rough Guide To Delta Blues (Vol.2) The origins of the Mississippi Delta blues are as deep and wide as the river itself. From the towering influence of Charley Patton and Son House to lesser-known artists shrouded in mystery, these seminal recordings helped lay the foundations for the electric blues and rock explosion to come. BUY NOW
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The Seven Strengths: A Rare Free Training
Lately I’ve been thinking a lot about how easy it is to feel overwhelmed—by the news, by life, by everything we’re carrying day to day. I know I’ve been feeling this lately. And when things feel like a lot, the question becomes: How do we stay grounded in the middle of it all? If you’ve been wondering this too, I have a feeling you’ll appreciate The Seven Strengths—a free, live 7-day global online course taking place May 13–19. It’s all about building the qualities of mind and heart that help yo
Read Article →Stanford scientists discover “natural Ozempic” without side effects
A newly discovered molecule could reshape the future of weight loss treatments by mimicking the powerful appetite-suppressing effects of drugs like Ozempic — but without many of the unpleasant side effects. Identified using artificial intelligence, this tiny peptide, called BRP, appears to act directly on the brain’s appetite-control center, helping animals eat less and lose fat without nausea or muscle loss.
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Home Birth vs Hospital Birth – A Pictoral Display
No words are necessary to describe the difference between hospital birth and home birth. The pictures below speak for themselves. First, I will show you the beauty, then I will show you the beast. Which would YOU choose? Which do you think your baby would prefer? Please note: I do not know the source of some of the pictures below. Where the source is known, I have credited that person or photographer. If any of my readers know the source for an unmarked picture below, please let me kn
Read Article →Idaho Medical Marijuana Campaign Has More Than 100,000 Signatures For Legalization Ballot Measure As Deadline Nears
“We are collecting thousands of signatures a day at this point to make sure that we get over that threshold in each legislative district.” By Clark Corbin, Idaho Capital Sun Supporters of a proposed medical cannabis ballot initiative in Idaho said they have gathered more than 100,000 signatures and are making a final push in hopes of qualifying the proposal for November’s general election ballot by the April 30 deadline. A group called the Natural Medicine Alliance of Idaho is hop
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Argentina’s Cannabis Paradox: Access First, Market Later
By Robert Hoban Ivana Sol Vigilante Argentina has built a patient-first cannabis framework with real access, but the commercial, pharmaceutical, and regulatory pieces still have not fully aligned into a cohesive market. Argentina’s cannabis progress feels exactly like that lyric: a country that wrote the roadmap before paving the roads. On paper, it is one of the most progressive frameworks in Latin America—patient cultivation, industrial hemp, and pharmaceutical ambition all wrapped int
Read Article →What Approval Won’t Solve: Brian Barnett on Ketamine’s Lessons, RVUs, and Scaling Psychedelic Care
Dr. Brian Barnett is a staff psychiatrist at Cleveland Clinic’s Center for Behavioral Health and the Clinical Director of the Cleveland Clinic Psychiatric Treatment-Resistance Program. He has served as principal investigator on clinical trials investigating ketamine, LSD, psilocybin and other psychedelics. He sat down with Psychedelic Alpha’s Josh Hardman in New Orleans to discuss psychiatrists’… Source
Read Article →How to Smoke THC Diamonds Using a FunFuse E-Rig
Cannabis concentrates have changed how we use weed, and THC diamonds are at the top. We know it’s exciting but also a bit tricky. Our aim is to make it easy for everyone to enjoy... The post How to Smoke THC Diamonds Using a FunFuse E-Rig appeared first on Greencamp.
Read Article →Bridgesii Thread
So I thought this might be a good place to start an ongoing discussion about Trichocereus bridgesii (also known as Echinopsis lageniformis or Achuma or the Bolivian Torch cactus). I think that this cactus merits special attention because of how fast it grows and also because of...
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Course: The Science of Psychedelic Healing 2026
May 12th – July 14th, 2026, 10:30am–12pm PT / 1:30pm–3pm ET Do you wish you got into this event for free? Become a Chacruna member and receive free or discounted access to all Community Forums, Courses, Workshops, and more! Also get full access to our entire archive of past forum recordings and join our global network of psychedelic professionals and activists to dive deeper into discussion and discovery. REGISTER HERE Price $700 USD CE Credits pending approval Scholarship Applica
Read Article →“Flying Over Highways Like We Weren’t Butterflies”: Kevin Morby Reflects on What It Means to “Die Young” in a Road-Worn Reverie
Kevin Morby drifts through memory and motion on “Die Young,” a warm, midtempo reflection on his roots, resilience, and life’s fragility – and the quietly expansive second single off his upcoming eighth LP, ‘Little Wide Open.’
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