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Welcome to Issue #1 of Phoenix Cannabis Magazine. We are a FREE monthly publication dedicated to the medicinal cannabis community and its well being.

I have been unknowingly preparing to publish this magazine since I was 18 years old. My first experience with marijuana was in college and it was used to calm my stomach and my frantic mind. Getting high was fun, but I knew right away the plant was capable of more than giggles and munchies.

My twenties were dedicated to life as a suburban weed dealer. It was a way of life. I became an active ambassador of my newly discovered medicine and considered myself a holistic healer. My regular customers included the mail lady, various package delivery services, church staff, local authorities, attorneys, doctors, the chronically ill, retirees and young professionals. Some were seeking relief for actual diagnosed medical issues and others were treating the stresses or aching feet from a hard days work. I never dealt with strangers and only met new people through trusted references. It was easy to keep normal daytime hours, some clients would come before work at 8am and others at 5pm on payday. I visited bowling leagues, bars at happy hour, offices, homes, apartments and was always greeted by warm smiles. It was like the movie, Pineapple Express. Some customers wanted to stay all day if they could, and others couldn’t get their medicine and get out the door fast enough. There were days when I wanted coworkers to joke with or have lunch with. Other days, I remembered that fluorescent lights and human resource departments are scary things.

Ten years later, I burned out and started to look for new adventures. I made a conscious decision to move to a new place and experience another way of life. With cannabis life in my rearview, I traveled to Las Vegas to play poker for the summer. After six months, recreational cannabis was legalized and I found myself right back in the cannabis industry. I’ve made friends with so many cannabis professionals and together we aim to make a great magazine for the cannabis community of Arizona.

Hempfully Yours,

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8. Arizona Dispensary Directory

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10. PHX Phenom: Justus Samuel Interview

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14. Kush Things Forward: An Afternoon with Vicente Fox

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Brittany Driver Garrett Gardner Heidi Keyes Jason Librot Kristal Chamblee

Michael Cassini Scott Press Tiffany King Tom Dean

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#Pcm, #PHOENIX cannabis Phoenix Cannabis Magazine features content about marijuana, hemp, and marijuana-related products and information. In addition, we feature articles, legal information and medical news relevant to the cannabis industry. All content within our publication and on our website is for educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered personalized legal or medical advice. Both the printed publication and the website are intended for those over the age of 21.

Phoenix Cannabis Magazine assumes no responsibility for the advertisements within this publication. We strive to ensure the accuracy of the information published. Phoenix Cannabis Magazine cannot be held responsible for any consequences which arise due to error or omissions. Reproduction in whole or in part is strictly prohibited. All rights reserved.

16. The Hash Facts of Life 18. Patient Perspective: Diabetes and Cannabis 20. The State of Cannabis with Demetri Downing 22. Legal: Arizona Medical Marijuana Act 26. All Milligrams are Not Created Equal 28. Phunky PHX Happiness 30. CBD Topicals: Treatment for Common Conditions 32. Rolling Pink: Blazy Susan 34. My Dirty Little Secret: Cannabis & True Crime 36. What's New in Arizona Dispensaries 38. Puff, Pass & Ponder 40. YOLO 420: Jimmy "Glaucoma Jim" Carberry 43. Phoenix Art Scene 44. Glass Class 1: Natty Franco 46. Glass Class 2: Caesar Orozco 48. Cooking With Cannabis with Chef Chamblee

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Arizona Medical Marijuana Qualifying Conditions per Arizona statute 36-2801:

Possible Side Effects of Over Consumption:

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Cancer Glaucoma HIV AIDS Hepatitis C Cachexia or wasting syndrome 7. Severe and chronic pain 8. Severe nausea 9. Seizures characteristic of epilepsy 10. Lou Gehrig’s disease/ Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis 11. Crohn’s disease 12. Agitation of Alzheimer’s disease 13. Severe persistent muscle spasms, including those characteristic of multiple sclerosis 14. PTSD 15. Other medical conditions can be added by public petition and subsequent approval by the department.

Anxiety Difficulty walking Dizziness Drowsiness Slurred speech Disorientation Loss of consciousness Depression Lack of motivation Paranoia Panic disorder Headaches Memory problems Mood swings Hallucinations Impaired reaction time

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To Work: 7-8 minutes Greatest Effects: 20-30 minutes Lasts: 30 minutes - 3 hours

Eaten Marijuana:

To Work: 45 minutes Greatest Effects: 2 - 3 hours Lasts: 30 minutes - 3 hours

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Stomach/Intestinal Increased appetite Dry mouth Pancreatitis (rare)

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Possible Drug Interactions: Disulfiram (Antabuse) or Fluoxetine (Prozac and Sarafem) Mild manic episodes, especially in those who are bipolar Theophylline (Theo-24, Theo-Dur) Decreased amount of theophylline in the body Amphetamines/Cocaine/Other stimulants Increased heart rate and blood pressure Antihistamines (Allergy medications) Increased heart rate and/or drowsiness Tricyclic antidepressants (Elavil, Pamelor) Increased heart rate, blood pressure and drowsiness Alcohol (ethanol), Other sedatives Increased drowsy effects of both medications Barbiturates (Nembutal, Butisol) Decreased metabolism of these drugs *Side Effects and Drug Interactions were noted in studies that included marijuana, Dronabinol and Nabilone.

Dronabinol and Nabilone are Food and Drug Administration-approved medicines derived from tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), a main component of marijuana.

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By Michael Cassini & Kristal Chamblee

PHX PHENOM

JUSTUS SAMUEL: FATHER, COMMUNITY SERVANT & CREATOR OF AZ’S HIP HOP DAY

The 4th Annual Hip Hop Festival is happening in Phoenix at the Comerica Theatre on November 11, 2017. Three hundred and sixty-four days of preparation culminates into this massive exhibition of underground and local music artists. There are no major label artists and no major label funding here and that’s one thing the founder is proud of. It takes an army to pull off this kind of independent event and the General of this rap army is 4th generation Phoenix native, Justus

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Samuel. Born into a conservative military family, he gravitated toward the music deemed illegal in his household. After high school, he found success as a performer with his group Cut Throat Logic and now works nearly every aspect in the music industry. In the second year of the festival he partnered with Master P and he remixed the official fight song for the ASU Sundevils.

In 2014, Samuel pulled off a super ambitious effort by hosting a

completely independent outdoor Hip Hop Music Festival. The event was a success and he decided to host it annually. After hosting the second and third annual festival he caught the attention of Phoenix Mayor, Greg Stanton, who honored his efforts with an official annual hip hop holiday.

So, even though everyday is hip hop day, the second Saturday of each November shall officially be known as Hip Hop Day. Samuel also runs a platform for upcoming artists called

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Respect The Underground. It’s an incubator for new and expanding artists, providing resources and education to grow in the music industry.

We sat down with Justus to talk about the festival and what to expect this year. The man is laid back. Samuel doesn’t talk a lot, but when he speaks he does so with certainty. I can see how young artists benefit from his personal and professional demeanor and why the Arizona hip hop scene will thrive as long as he breathes.

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What happened to inspire your actions to start a Hip Hop Festival?

It was necessary, there was a need for an all day function that brought the entire state together as a whole to be celebrated. All politics and beefs set aside, Hip Hop Day at the festival is holy ground. It breeds unity and mutual respect amongst one another.

What sets Hip Hop Festival apart from other festivals?

It's 100% independent. The largest independent festival in the world.

There is nothing like it anywhere on the globe.

What effect do you hope to have on your community?

I hope to inspire change. Inspire camaraderie amongst one another. Networking and sharing each others artistic contributions to the community. At the end of the day we are all connected energetically. I want us to be conscious of that. While at the same time inspiring the youth of tomorrow to carry the torch when we choose to step away from the game.

You support different causes, which charity or service is closest to your heart?

Currently, two charities.

Locally, I love the Crisis Nursery

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of Arizona. They assist with disadvantaged youth. Young children. I love doing anything we can to spread the love! They are a beautiful organization.

Nationally, Haiti Mamma. My cousin runs an orphanage type of home for displaced children.

They get displaced due to natural disasters or extreme living conditions. She takes them in and nurses them back to health while providing a stable and safe living environment.

What drives your charitable nature?

It is apart of who I am, I am Human, I want to make the world a better place.

How did you feel when your home city acknowledged your efforts by naming the second Saturday in November Hip Hop Day? It was a surreal feeling. I'm blessed and honored to be allowed the opportunity to build something real that the City and State can be proud of. Something that brings us all together!

What hip hop or rap song represents your childhood?

My childhood: Tupac - Me Against the world. Adulthood: Ace Hood Trials and Tribulations.

What makes Phoenix feel like home to you?

Because it is who I am, not where I live. I am Phoenix, AZ. At what age were you exposed to hip hop?

Run DMC Christian rap. very early, hip hop was sinful. So I fucking gravitated toward it and smuggled it into my universe.

What is happening in the music/art scene in Phoenix?

The wave is strong, the southwest is next. Arizona, as a whole, is the next sound that will take over pop culture. It is only a matter of time.

What is the biggest impact the festival has on the community?

The butterfly effect, the growth that it inspires every year is apparent.

It is simply remarkable. Every year the festival encourages those, especially the open mic stage births hundreds of hopeful dreamers. It gives them a real, physical platform to perfect their craft.

How did you overcome rejection from those who didn't support you?

No means maybe, maybe means yes. Ya dig it? Rejection doesn't exist in my universe!

Can I perform at the festival and try a verse?

Absolutely not, I have to maintain integrity with my event. Although, I find your humor in this. This is for aspiring dreamers and active practitioners only. It's not a joke!

How far in advance do you start planning the festival?

48 hours after the last. Every day, every minute, every waking moment.

What are your favorite music venues in Arizona to see new artists?

Joes Grotto, Monarch Theatre, Club Red. Etc. Tell us, how crazy of a collaborative effort does it take to pull off Hip Hop Day? Honestly it's insane, it takes a village. I couldn't do it alone, without the collab between artists, staff and sponsors. Shout out to the industry for supporting our cause. I got my medical card at AZ GreenLife, making me compliant with Arizona state laws. I am sponsored by the best vape pen in the universe, Timeless Vapes and I received care packages from TruMed Dispensary, the #1 dispensary in the state.

Thank you for sitting down with us, we will definitely see you at the festival!

My pleasure. Anytime.

For the complete artist lineup, tickets and festival info visit azhiphopfestival.com

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Let’s Kush Things Forward!

An afternoon with former president of Mexico, Vicente Fox

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t this years Southwest Cannabis Conference we were privileged to welcome former President of Mexico, Vicente Fox, as the keynote speaker. I wondered why someone who doesn’t consume cannabis would serve as an ambassador for the cause?

We were invited to a media conference first where he covered our questions equally alongside Telemundo, CNN and Fox News who wanted to know whether Mexico would pay for the wall?

“Fuck no!” exclaims Fox. A local affiliate asked if he had ever inhaled?

“No, but I do get drunk from tequila!”

Another local affiliate chimed in about his heroes?

He pauses and states his heroes are, “Martin Luther King Jr. because of his beautiful rhetoric, Nelson Mandela whose resolve ended Apartheid, and Gandhi for his power through civil resistance.”

The former president has never consumed cannabis but, like his heroes, has always fought for civil issues where policy change

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is needed. He commented on current issues such as the NAFTA negotiations, the immigration DACA deliberations and legalization for both medicinal and recreational cannabis. By the way, It’s not just cannabis he supports legalizing. He supports full legalization of all drugs in the world. He is as much anti-prohibition as he is pro-cannabis.

“North American countries need each other economically to be at their best.

When we support free trade we see the wealthiest nations, the largest middle class, and peak development of education and health research.”- Vicente Fox Currently, trade between Mexico, Canada and the U.S. exceeds one trillion dollars per year. This is an extraordinary amount of transactions and NAFTA is crucial to this volume of trade. If the United States pulls out of NAFTA and Mexico decides, as a consequence, to stop buying corn from the U.S., it would be 40 billion dollar loss for American farmers. The debate over trade benefits will likely be a stalemate between Congress and Trump. The contention from pulling out of NAFTA could hinder other policy making such as tax reform. Meanwhile, Mexico and Canada will pursue trade access elsewhere. We should support our involvement in NAFTA in order to maintain a vibrant North American economy. In the same way, we must lobby for cannabis policy and a framework for legalization.

Let’s kush things forward!

“Mexico will not pay for the fucking wall!

Gorbachev didn’t ask Germany or America to pay for his wall in Berlin and the wall in China didn’t keep the mongols out!”

- Vicente Fox Our need for a caring immigration policy is greater than ever. The recent DACA deliberations threaten to rescind permits that protect many workers and students.

To DACA students worried about deportation, President Fox gave this message. “Paesanos, you have worked hard and been loyal to this nation. You have committed to it. You will prevail.

Trump cannot steal your dreams.” He assured students and workers not to fear because, “You have many friends in Mexico and the USA.” It’s important to note that Mexico’s economy is operating at full employment and the workforce is more youthful than ever. They have a strong migrant spirit and if expired permit holders are forced to return to Mexico they will be met by an economy full of young professionals and opportunity.

In 2005, John McCain and Ted Kennedy introduced a comprehensive immigration bill that has never been voted on to this day. This bill could change our idea of migration by giving guest workers a voice and protection to come and go peacefully.

It’s not fair to separate families because of our own lack of policy. Just as it’s not

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fair to deny cannabis patients research and medicine for the same reason. Let’s kush things forward!

“The government will not take care of our kids, they have no capacity to help us.

We have to help our children as fathers, mothers and teachers.” Vicente Fox. His most personal and emotional case for supporting cannabis legalization is that the government’s war on drugs has been a total failure. During his presidency, he dealt with the bloody expansion of the Sinaloa cartel. Despite billions of dollars worth of efforts from U.S. drug agencies created by Nixon decades ago there was no decrease in production of drugs or drug addiction. Today, violence in Mexico has passed 20 year highs. It's impossible to force people not to use drugs or alcohol.

For thousands of years no one cared to ban drugs or alcohol and suddenly 100 years ago we introduced prohibition.

He joked that prohibition didn’t even work with Adam and Eve back in the day.

Many nations do not regulate cannabis consumption including Portugal where they radically legalized all drugs in 2001 and saw a decline in opiate addiction, consumption and violent crime. Cartels wanting to bypass U.S. drug agencies pay top salaries for qualified workers. This creates a black market of opportunity for kids who should be excited about higher education and a legal career.

“Both Americans and Mexicans work for the cartels on both sides of the border to maintain a strong underground network that no government could possibly eradicate through prohibition.”

- Vicente Fox If you’ve seen the Netflix series Narcos, you know that Mexico itself is not a big producer of drugs but rather a middleman between producers and consumers. The drugs are produced in Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador and must pass through Mexico to the thriving U.S. market. This is a huge problem that Mexico realizes they cannot stop. They spent billions to stop these drug shipments with only occasional success.

This money could have been used to fund education and build universities. In 2006, Mexico celebrated its lowest crime rate just before the government ramped up Army involvement against drug trafficking.

The violent crime rate tripled overall and rose ten times in many towns making Mexico seem dangerous by any measure.

“Cannabis in Mexico is very poor quality and its field grown with little care.”

- Vicente Fox We know Senor, we’ve smoked it! This is the least debatable reason for Fox to be a cannabis advocate. Cannabis in mexico won’t change the economy but it will bring new jobs to a country that already has a larger manufacturing capacity than all other latin nations combined.

But because of prohibition, they lack the technology and environment to grow quality cannabis and produce quality treatments.

Phoenix Cannabis staff member Kristal Chamblee asked the former President about the Mexican supreme court decision that allowed the parents of 8-year-old Graciela Elizalde of Monterrey to treat their child with cannabis. And what’s the chance that other parents will be allowed this opportunity?

Fox explained that without research and engineering we cannot advance medicine for children. It’s simply not available because of prohibition.

Implementing new policy for these social issues will take time. As a believer

in the power of medicinal cannabis, he hopes Mexico will open the first licensed production facilities and start operating dispensaries within two years.

Supporting new policy for these types of social issues will make us stronger individually, economically and socially.

Support your city council and state action groups and help them to kush things forward. * Disclaimer: Phoenix Cannabis magazine does not endorse consuming tequila and cannabis simultaneously.

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>>> THE HASH FACTS OF LIFE

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he tradition of Hashish making dates back several thousand years to areas of the world where humans inhabited and have shared a special relationship with cannabis for many generations for its spiritual and healing properties. Hashish, as it is traditionally called, is a collection of ripe, glandular resin heads called “Trichomes.” These resin glands are the physical sites where the biosynthesis of all cannabinoids and terpenes takes place. As the flowering plant matures, this resin and its beneficial components accumulate in the gland head and are then transported out of the trichome to the surrounding plant tissues. The cannabis plant has evolved this adaptation, amongst other widely debated reasons, in order to physically protect the plant from dehydration, predation, and it is also thought to make it stickier to improve the chances of catching pollen and successfully fertilizing. Current research suggests that the Cannabinoids and Terpenes present in the cannabis plant resin are what give it all of its potency and signature effects, which depend on the particular strain of cannabis or genetic origin. What is interesting is that even though at harvest, the trichomes only account for approximately 50-65% of the total potency on the bud, the trichome is the only part of the bud which contains only the active compounds and nothing

else, making it by far the most potent part of the plant when isolated and making Hashish an elusive and highly sought after cannabis extract.

There has long been debate over whether the modern era’s contribution to cannabis, “Hash Oil,” should be regarded as equal in potency, quality, and safety to its naturally chemical-free counterpart, traditional hashish. The main difference, of course, is that hash oil is typically extracted using a chemical solvent, such as butane, whereas traditional hashish is not extracted at all, per se, but rather physically isolated from the cannabis plant material. It is widely known by hashish makers that the trichome is like a fruit- which, as it ripens is more and more likely to fall off the plant naturally given time and the correct conditions.

It would consequently seem redundant and even a mistake to extract the resin with chemical solvents, since the plant resin naturally separates itself from the fibrous plant flesh and chemical solvents can only invite production hazard risks and potentially contaminated end products.

Solvent-based extraction is a practice that has become the industry standard in states that have legalized cannabis. In addition to the obvious production issues, chemical residues and contaminants including the solvents themselves, pesticides, or any other poisons can dissolve into the hash oil along with the cannabinoids and terpenes. Attempts to “purge” the material afterwards are specifically geared to removing the solvent and do not isolate and eliminate harmful pesticides.

The knowledgeable and experienced cannabis user may tell you that making hash oil (butane oil, CO2 oil, or ethanol extracted oil) is actually a practice used to pass off sub-par quality cannabis products to the uninformed and inexperienced consumer and in some cases this may even be true. In fairness, though, not all hash oil is of subpar quality simply for having been produced with a solvent-based process. The reason for solvent-based extraction becoming the industry standard is more likely due to the purported lack of efficient methods for solventless extraction.

While not widely known, these methods exist and are commercially viable. Unfortunately, most

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Phoenix, AZ 85008 Phone: 602-275-1279 uninformed producers believe that solventless hashish making is an extremely slow and inefficient process, leaving much of the desired oils untouched. However, with the right methods and techniques, not only is that potency extracted and excellent yields achieved, but the effects of the products derived from solventless extraction have also been widely touted as a more robust, fullbodied or a more “full-headed” experience, exhibiting more of the popular “entourage effects” sought after by aficionados ‘round the globe. This fact along with the shifting legal climate surrounding volatile extraction may yet reshape the face of the cannabis concentrate market in the near future.

Knowing that safe and efficient manufacture, end-product purity and quality, and stronger effects are available utilizing solventless extraction, why isn’t there more hashish in markets like Phoenix, Arizona, for example? The answer has nothing to do with how easily or cheaply it is produced, but rather that it requires licensed producers with vision to either find and hire personnel knowledgeable and skilled in solventless hash production or to partner with a company that already has that special knowledge and expertise and fully understands cannabis anatomy, growth cycle, and the dynamics of solventless hashish production. A problem worth solving? We think so.

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DIABETES & CANNABIS

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ince the legalization of medicinal cannabis, I have become more comfortable with the notion of trying cannabis to alleviate the diabetic peripheral neuropathy in my left foot. My cannabis consuming friends of 10 years couldn’t believe their ears when

I asked for help. I didn’t know anything about it other than it can help with pain.

Diabetes keeps the body from properly processing food for use as energy. The pancreas, an organ that lies near the stomach, makes a hormone called insulin to help glucose get into the cells of our bodies. When you have diabetes, your body either doesn't make enough insulin or can't use its own insulin as well as it should. This causes sugars to build up in your blood which hinders circulation.

A common symptom of diabetes and the problem for me is nerve pain, usually in the lower extremities like the foot.

The pain comes in different forms and extremes. It could be a tingling, numbness, it can feel like a vice grip being clamped down on your toes or a stabbing feeling from a pitchfork when it happens. Of all these possible symptoms, the nausea is the most disruptive to my daily routine. I tried pills from the doctor, lozenges and some homemade remedies but nothing worked. Eventually they evolve into hiccups. As the cliché goes, someone suggested that some cannabis might keep the nausea to a minimum.

At first, I carefully considered the cannabis plant benefits and approached it as a medicine rather than a recreational use (At first!). Then I went for it. Full bong rips, edibles, concentrates, and joints. And you know what. I lived. I even enjoyed it. Where did my anxiety go? Oh wait, I found it. This is potent stuff. My preferred medicine delivery is a simple joint. I learned that the dose for me to alleviate nausea and pain was to simply have a toke every 30 minutes (whether needed or not). It’s part of my personal treatment as well as my preferred go to pain treatment. My only side effect now is being accused of being a pothead! Not bad.

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The State of Cannabis

WITH Demetri Downing

THE FUTURE OF CANNABIS IN ARIZONA Demetri Downing is a best friend to Arizona’s Cannabis community and founder of the Southwest Cannabis Conference.

He’s our unlikely hero, a prosecutor turned cannabis ambassador, who firmly believes in the power of the cannabis plant to heal people. He also believes in free enterprise and sound business strategy. We sat down with him to discuss the state of cannabis in Arizona.

When asked about his confidence in Arizona becoming a recreational state in 2018, he implied basically 0%. Downing explained that any legislative efforts for 2018 will certainly fail due to lack of partisan support. A bill would have to be introduced

by February and conservative Republicans are not on board yet to publicly support cannabis legislation. Most likely, a bill will not be introduced at all in 2018. Another hindrance to legislative efforts in 2018 are elections. Senate elections will be held in August and Governor Ducey will be up for second term re-election.

Downing says not to expect any new cannabis legislation during a gubernatorial year. There is a slight chance to introduce a bill through initiative effort. However, this is unlikely due to the 150,000 signatures needed in such a short amount of time. This kind of effort requires greater group cooperation and lobbying presence at the local level of government. The 2018 initiative was poorly written and didn’t protect the existing industry that fought so hard for patients so far. The companies who pioneered medicinal cannabis in AZ and obtained the first licenses need to be respected during the legalization process. If there is enough signature support to proceed with an initiative it will likely be shut down at the local level by the chamber of commerce. It’s similar to Prop 205 which failed for several reasons besides the millions that were spent to campaign against it. It was poorly written and only about 5% of people involved actually read it, according to Downing.

The post election climate of 2019 is a better environment to drum up support for a bill. The Conservative Republicans should be more willing to show public support for a sensible cannabis bill. They will see the benefit of it as a business regardless of their stance on medicine. “It’s obvious that there is a sweet spot

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between prohibition and legal weed, a number of licenses and producers to create a healthy market but this formula doesn’t exist yet.” says Downing.

We can look at Nevada or California but the numbers will not apply to our state. The hurdle is to write a comprehensive bill that protects the existing industry while allowing new opportunities for businesses and entrepreneurs. Sensible cannabis legislation needs to also include procedure for expungements and set asides of cannabis offenses.

Downing and our good friend, Phoenix attorney, Thomas Dean will fight to apply this to any cannabis bill. This is important to be done during the creation of the legislation or it’s likely to not happen at all. This is Arizona’s chance to enter the recreational market with a solid foundation for cannabis patients and businesses.

If this doesn’t happen in 2019, an initiative will be put on the ballot for 2020. By this time in 2020, the climate should be more friendly politically and socially towards cannabis. California and Nevada will be fully legalized and downing is confident that a cannabis bill is certain to pass during a presidential election year.

By then we will have many more patients, facilities and products publicly promoting the healing powers of cannabis. New activists groups will be strong enough to introduce a bill through initiative.

This will be an initiative co authored by patients, activists and the cannabis industry among a broad share of stakeholders. Downing says he’ll do everything he can to involve as many pro-cannabis groups as possible. He warns that if the effort isn’t large enough there will be opposition. If the effort is well coordinated then lawmakers will not have a say about it because of voting support.

By then we can have sound policy in place that takes care of the patients, the new consumers and respects the existing industry while expanding and opening up the new market to entrepreneurs.

It’s reassuring to know that our city has strong public figures who are determined to create a higher standard for adult use and cannabis business markets. Demetri is a force to be reckoned with and his energy has clearly carried over from his prosecutor days.

With this kind of expertise at work Arizona will surely become THE State of Cannabis!

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ost of the readers here know that Arizona’s Medical Marijuana Act continues to generate controversy to this day, seven years after it was enacted. Many state and local officials continue to vehemently oppose the law and seemingly delight at attacking patients and caregivers at every turn. Just when you might think that things are settled, another case or piece of legislation pops up that throws a big part of the law back into question. The good news is that, despite the government’s best efforts, our courts have upheld the law as a whole and the AMMA is here to stay. The bad news is that the anti-marijuana zealots have not given up and now focus their efforts on attempting to dismantle the Act piece by piece. At the same time, there remains a great deal of misinformation about the law circulating within the medical marijuana community and law enforcement is ever eager to capitalize on the confusion that it generates.

By way of introduction, my practice is devoted entirely to marijuana related matters. Although my primary focus in in the areas of criminal defense and business, I have also handled cases in many other areas of law when marijuana use is at issue, including for example parental, employee and landlord-tenant rights. I have been given great latitude in deciding what to write about here and in future articles, I hope focus on broader topics and overviews pertaining to patient rights. Today, however, I have decided to write in more detail about a specific legal development that could have very serious consequences for patients in the immediate future.

Patients have become accustom to possessing and using hash oil products that are extracted from flower and trim in a concentrated form. Sometimes hash oil is combined with other ingredients in edible products, but they are also consumed unadulterated in the form of products such as oil, wax and shatter. In fact, vape pens have become one of the most popular method of medication. These products allow a patient to obtain the benefit of a more concentrated dose of medical marijuana without having to smoke it.

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Early on, the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office asserted that these products were not covered under the AMMA patients found to be in possession of a medical marijuana candy or a vape pen were arrested and prosecuted with felony possession of a narcotic drug. Why a “narcotic” drug? Under Arizona’s criminal

code, resin and extracts are listed as narcotic drugs and referred to as “cannabis” and treated more harshly than marijuana offenses.

Two Maricopa County Superior Court cases appeared to put this issue to rest in 2014. The first was a criminal case that the author was involved in, State v. Watts and the second was Welton v.

The Arizona Department of Health Services, a civil declaratory judgment action filed by the ACLU. Both cases held that concentrates were covered under the AMMA’s definition of usable marijuana which is defined as “the dried flower and any mixture or preparation thereof.” These decisions made perfect sense because hash oil is clearly a “preparation” of marijuana, just like novocain is a preparation of the coca plant or aspirin is a preparation of willow bark.

In modern medicine, plant derived medicines are prepared and delivered in a concentrated form because it requires a smaller dose and is easier to measure and control. Although once an acceptable method of medication, it has been many years since persons admitted to the hospital for the treatment of a serious condition such as a broken back or a kidney stone was offered an opium pipe to treat their pain. Instead, a constituent of the poppy plant called morphine, is delivered intravenously in a concentrated dose.

In any event, shortly after the Watts and Welton cases were decided, dispensaries began to carry concentrated hash oil products on their shelves, the AZDHS started issuing what are commonly referred to as kitchen licenses to those dispensaries that wished to produce them, and patients who were found to be in possession of hash oil products were left unmolested by law enforcement and prosecutorial agencies. That is, until recently.

Earlier this month, a Navajo County Superior Court judge issued a contrary opinion in State v. Ruether, sending what was thought to be a settled issue into controversy yet again. In the Reuther decision, the Court wrote “The Court reads the AMMA language of "any mixture or preparation thereof" as making reference to the dried flowers of the plant and as such, without further definition, or information that cannabis [concentrates] can be extracted from

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the 'dried flower', the Court cannot find that this would include cannabis [concentrates]... The Court went on to hold that “the AMMA is not a defense to the charge of possessing for sale the narcotic drug of cannabis [concentrates].” In other words, the Court’s ruling is that concentrates are not permitted under the AMMA and any patient found to be in possession of vape pens, wax, shatter or infused edible products is subject to arrest and felony prosecution for possession of a narcotic drug. Moreover, anyone attempting to sell such products is, in the opinion of the Court, committing the offense of Sale of a Narcotic Drug, including dispensary owners and employees.

These offenses can carry serious consequences, sometimes including mandatory imprisonment for several years. For example, if the amount of concentrates discovered by police exceeds $1,000 in street value, possession with intent to sell carries a mandatory prison sentence of 4-10 years. With my assistance, Mr. Reuther’s attorney, Jon Saline, is going to appeal the Court's decision to the Arizona Court of Appeals and to the Arizona Supreme Court if necessary, where the issue will be settled, but this can take in excess of a year.

In the meantime, Reuther is certainly cause for concern to patients, caregivers, and dispensaries alike throughout Arizona, and especially to those in Navajo County. Unless and until the appellate court reverses the decision, cardholders must be mindful of their potential exposure to arrest, prosecution and penalty should they choose to possess concentrates and edibles and exercise appropriate precautions. For example, cardholders should be familiar with their constitutional rights in case they are stopped by the police. A good start would be to download the Glove Box Lawyer which is available on the internet (e.g., https://saferarizona.com/pulled-print-glove-boxlawyer-today/). I originally drafted this concise statement while Legal Director at NORML back in the 90s. This updated version is what you need to effectively assert your rights in the event of contact with the police.

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Stay safe out there!

Tom Dean has been fighting for the rights of cannabis consumers since 1993. Although his interest in marijuana reform began in college, he cut his teeth in marijuana law as an attorney while working for well-known criminal defense attorney Lee Phillips in Flagstaff. After cultivating his knowledge in this area of law and deepening his experience in the courtroom for several years, he moved to Washington, D.C. to become the National Legal Director for the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML). As NORML’s Legal Director, Tom initiated and managed many matters of national importance to marijuana policy reform and also coordinated the efforts of the NORML Legal Committee and NORML Amicus Committee in key cases throughout the U.S. Since returning to Arizona, Tom has devoted his practice entirely to cannabis related matters.

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BY GARRETT GARDNER HIGHER CONCEPTS, LLC

All Milligrams Are NOT Created Equal I've learned from experience that often, in the cannabis industry, consumers aren't getting the best possible experience from the cannabis products they are purchasing.

Now, I'm not saying that current patients are having bad experiences, quite the contrary. This is the best time in the history of our country to start or continue using cannabis. The access to and quality of medicine available has never been better.

And though I and many others would argue that all cannabis use is medicinal, its increased availability means positive steps forward for both medical and "recreational" use.

The issue with new products is that the average user hasn't been given enough information to make an informed decision on what is best for their specific needs.

When I talk to budtenders or dispensary managers about what drives most purchases, I get the same answer "consumers want the highest THC%". This makes sense. Many cannabis users and non-users alike have heard of THC and CBD. These two plant components have been publicized so much that people's grandparents have heard of them, even if they've never taken a single hit of a joint. If you are a patient, you generally want the strongest medicine for your dollar, so it makes perfect sense to equate a higher THC% to a better medicinal value.

However, if you ask your grandparents about terpenes, flavonoids, and the 100+ other cannabinoids that have been isolated so far in cannabis, you will mostly likely hear crickets and face blank stares.

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Those of you who already know about the "entourage effect" are probably starting to get bored, but stay with me because you need to hear this too. The term "entourage effect" doesn't do justice to the synergistic power of the compounds in this incredible plant. While I certainly appreciate the intention to convey that cannabis as a whole is much more than the sum of its individual parts, the problem is that the use of the word "entourage" in this sense typically makes it seem as if THC and CBD are the stars of the show. When in reality, it's a whole lot more interesting than that.

The additional elements are an integral part of experiencing the full potential of cannabis. They modulate the THC experience, provide us with added benefits similar to those from other plant-based essential oils, enhance flavor/aroma, can provide different and more potent medicinal benefits, and can completely alter the way we feel when enjoying cannabis.

Just how important are the other compounds beyond THC and CBD? Imagine that up until this point in your life you could only see the world in black and white. Then, imagine I gave you a pill that allowed you to see the color red. You would be amazed by how profound it would feel to experience just one more color. Adding just one piece of the spectrum would change your life completely.

Now, let's say that I give you an additional pill that allows you to see the color blue. If you went from being able to see no colors to seeing two, you might think seeing red and blue is the most incredible visual experience you've ever had. Red and blue would seem like the

most important colors in the universe.

Now, let's say that I have one more trick up my sleeve and gave you a pill that allowed you to see EVERY color. Not only would your experience be exponentially greater, but it would also completely change how you perceive red and blue.

While you would still appreciate them, they would no longer seem like the most important colors in the rainbow.

The experience of all of the colors together would dwarf the experience of red and blue on their own, just like focusing on only THC and CBD drastically minimizes the potential experiences that a full spectrum cannabis product could provide.

If you ever smoked "ditch weed" but later in life experienced high quality medical grade cannabis, you'd think you were smoking two different plants. Ditch weed growers aren't taking care to maintain important compounds in the plant and develop them to full potential while growing. By the time the harvested plant gets to the end user, it's degraded to the point that the full experience of cannabis cannot be achieved. Most likely by that time, the majority of terpenes have been lost, and likely there wasn't an amazing amount to begin with, meaning the user is primarily restricted to experiencing the simple sedative effects of THC. If you live in a legal state and have access to medical grade cannabis, here’s some tips about what to ask for as you learn about the components of different strains: • When purchasing, ask your budtender for detailed test results. By finding strains with more robust terpene profiles

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and focusing less on the THC% (beyond a certain threshold), you will most likely get a better bang for your buck.

• Do the same when purchasing infused products like edibles. Pay attention to terpene content. Products can vary widely, depending upon the process of the production facility making them.

• When purchasing concentrates, look at the test results and make sure you see terpene content along with your desired THC%. If you see something like "the clear", which is 95-98% THC, you shouldn't be impressed by the high THC%. Instead you should be asking about the label: Where's the rest of it?

• When you see an edible/infused product with only THC, you can ask: Where's the rest of it? The information should be readily available to patients, so don’t be afraid to ask for it. “It gives the patients more understanding of lesser known cannabinoids and their therapeutic benefits. It’s important to evaluate the synergistic relationship between the lower concentration cannabinoids and the other chemical compounds of the cannabis plant.” says Ryan Treacy, owner of C4 Laboratories. Lab reports containing these smaller amounts of terpenes and cannabinoids will help you get a full view of what’s contained within your medicine. Do not be afraid to ask your budtender for the information!

As consumers become more savvy and their taste profiles change, manufacturers are beginning to realize that THC on its own just simply won't do. This means you are less likely to find concentrates completely devoid of terpenes, but to find out which concentrates render you the best payoff, you'll want to evaluate the terpene portion of the test results rather than the THC%.

Regarding THC content, edibles are a completely different animal than flower or concentrates. When you smoke, the THC you inhale is in the form Delta-9 THC. Many are unaware that when you orally consume Delta-9 THC, it converts in your liver to 11-Hydroxy THC. This creates a distinct effect and is why edibles often take one to two hours to "kick in". The effects of 11-Hydroxy THC

are estimated to be three to six times more psychoactive than Delta-9 THC. Many patients are satisfied with this because they get a much heavier THC effect through edible consumption. If you are a person battling a serious illness, it could be exactly what you need to allow your body to rest and recover.

Since THC sells itself, manufacturers were determined to fit as much of it as they can into as small of a space as possible. This can lead to an intense and heavily sedative experience, especially for new users. While producers may feel they are giving the customer the best bang for their buck, they could be creating a confusing, and potentially dissatisfying, situation.

For example, when I see an everyday, non-infused, cookie, I usually eat the whole thing without batting an eyelash.

If I purchased an infused version, that single cookie may have up to 200mg of THC (or more!), which is a massive dose for most users. This means that unless I go against my natural instincts (see one cookie, eat one cookie), I could be in for an intense and lengthy ride.

This practice of putting as much THC as possible in what would normally be a single serving may seem like good business to manufacturers and seasoned medical users, but I believe that it ultimately deters many users.

Eating one whole cookie seems natural, but in this case it could seriously overwhelm a new user and inhibit future use of edibles. You shouldn't have to cautiously nibble on a few chocolate chips or take one small bite of a cookie to get your desired effect.

Edibles and infused products have the potential to offer so much more! That 200mg of THC is cool and all, but where are all the other amazing compounds found in cannabis? Edibles infused with only THC have ONLY one effect: different degrees of sedation. Edibles that are produced to maintain the other cannabinoids, terpenes, and flavonoids can have several different effects and enhance a wide range of experiences.

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Not only do the effects vary, but smaller doses of THC can be used in combination with these other maintained compounds to produce results that can be just as effective as higher doses. This means new users can have a profound experience on a relatively small dose, and seasoned users can enjoy an upgraded experience without having to repeatedly increase their THC doses to make up for growing tolerances.

Remember, when it comes to edibles we are dealing with an active compound that is three to six times more psychoactive than what we experience by smoking, making it imperative that we maintain these other compounds in order to modulate the effects of the 11-Hydroxy THC. Next month, we will explore some of the Terpenes, flavonoids, and other cannabinoids allow us to have experiences with cannabis that go beyond just feeling sleepy.

The next time you are at the dispensary, don't be afraid to ask for test results. It will give you the power to analyze something other than THC% when making your decision.

Over time, you can discover which terpene profiles mesh well with you. If you are lucky enough to find edibles with those "other colors of the rainbow" visible, do me a favor.

Buy one, and buy a THC-only edible with the same THC dose. Take them on different days, and write down your thoughts on each. I think that like me, when I made and enjoyed my first "full spectrum" edible, you will truly understand that all milligrams are NOT created equal.

Garrett Gardner is Co-Owner of Higher Concepts LLC - At Higher Concepts LLC, we aim to establish a higher standard and elevate the cannabis industry through superior product design and development, licensing our well-designed products and methods to cannabis production facilities.

For business inquiries and more info please visit www.higherconceptsllc.com.

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1 WOODCRAFT STASHBOX By: Bill Shehan

How cool is this? Husband and wife woodworking duo, Russell & Brenda Wyckoff, started mastering their woodworking skills by repairing and refinishing casino chairs. Russell wanted to create a fun, new project to break the monotony at his shop.

And with the VegasCannabis™ industry booming, he had the perfect intro market for custom, yet affordable locking Stashbox. All of the wood used in the Stashbox is rare and sourced locally from the southwest. Woodcraft uses solid brass fittings and hinges. They don’t lacquer up the Stashbox, neither.

The shine and luster comes from carnauba wax, a buffing wheel, and some elbow grease. The front of most of their lids flaunts a raw edge of the tree, called a Live Edge. Great work. I’m happy to call them my neighbors. Check them out next time you visit the Vegas Cannabis Headquarters. His newest-model boxes are designed to stash those little concentrate jars. Pretty snazzy! woodcraft.com Wood Craft Phone: (702) 581-5647

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This stone is a dendritic Plume Agate 40mm x 30mm with a 6mm dome and 2mm shoulder.

But what makes this stone special, is the Irising and quilting seen when holding it up to the light. It is set in both Sterling, and .999 Fine Silver. All Pugz gems are sourced, cut, carved and soldered locally by hand. If you see him at a gem show ask him about mining. Do not ask him about anything else. He loves rocks.

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3 DOWLING DOSER Click, clack Patty-wack, milliliter dab. I'm bracing myself for the excitement of dosing with this thing.

3D printed plastic, nuts and bolts.

It's a fidget spinner that measures my medicine. And these crazy colors to make dispensing medicine by the milliliter more fun. I'm sold. My doser is hooked up to some RSO and it's ready for deployment. dowlingdoser.com

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INTEGRA BOOST 55, 62 My Gorilla Glue is dry. I decided to write Gorilla expert Jane Goodall for advice. Knowing that if she smokes cannabis she must smoke Gorilla Glue.

Jane, how can I keep this Gorilla Glue flower from drying out? She didn't respond but research shows that you must introduce Integra Boost packets once the plant is at its preferred humidity level. The packs will help maintain humidity at either 55%rh or 62%rh. Firstly, dry it and jar it. Burp it twice a day for the first week, add boost pack, and burp it as needed. Burping is recommended with curing. However with storing it is not necessary. I love Jane Goodall. I think we should name a strain for her. A Jane strain! integra-products.com

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BOTTLE BONG By: Bill Shehan

What a cool gadget device this is! Simply melt or cut a carb hole at the top of any standard drinking bottle (S-50 threads for you bottle heads) and screw in the Bottle Bong. It’s ready to rip! So simple, and inexpensive, you will question whether it will work or not. You have my word that the functionality is above average, and that it’s well-worth the money. If you can screw on a 2 Liter bottle of soda pop, then you can surely get high using the Bottle Bong device. It’s pretty durable, since most of its structure is plastic. But there are some breakable glass parts, like the bowl and downstem. We all loved it, and you will too. The Bottle Bong retails for only $10, and so far and comes in various colors. Take it on the road, and ditch that dirty bottle every time you stop for munchies. thebottlebong.com

“Why is marijuana against the law? It grows naturally upon our planet. Doesn’t the idea of making nature against the law seem to you a bit . . . unnatural?”

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THE HONEY STICK Honey, I smoked the krumble! I’m working the late shift with the Honeystick disposable vape pen in my hand. There is nothing to worry about here. The Honeystick comes ready for a click and a pull. I pack a glob in the top with the magnetic dab tool and click the signature green weed light for power.

This is a true plug and play. Big props to the dab tool that attaches magnetically anywhere to the pen. I would have lost interest while searching for a tool to load the pen (the main reason I don't usually like these pens). I noticed the mouthpiece design was the best I’ve seen for keeping my pocket debris out of the device. Just bring your own terp sauce and toss the pen once you run out of juice. It lasts about 200 normal rips or about 100 Chief Roberts hammer hits.

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CBD Topicals >>> Harmless, Yet Powerful Treatment for an Array of Common Conditions

>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> By Tiffany King For parents, aging patients, non-smokers and those in THCprohibitive professions, the use of cannabidiol or CBD has emerged as a very promising option given the growing number of individuals who wish to utilize cannabis for its therapeutic benefits, while leaving out its psychoactive effects.

CBD is one of several compounds that comes from the cannabis plant, and is earning much of its well-deserved spotlight due to its successful treatment of a long list of medical conditions such as epilepsy, intractable pain, muscle spasms, tumor reduction, anxiety reduction and much, much more. For these reasons, topicals are becoming worthwhile alternatives to other means of cannabis use.

CBD’s efficacy as a treatment stems from its natural anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, circulatory-enhancing and analgesic properties. As a topical agent, CBD can be directly applied to the skin as a powerful means of reducing pain, inflammation, soreness and other forms of localized

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discomfort. Topical CBD quickly absorbs into the skin when applied to affected areas. Frequency of use depends on the severity of the condition and level of CBD content, but most products will suggest regular use from 1-3 times per day or as needed.

Several topicals on the market contain a combination of both CBD and THC. Known as the “Entourage Effect” the duo produces a powerful 1-2 punch by bringing out the other’s most valuable characteristics. In essence, using both cannabinoids in tandem can be more effective for pain and most other conditions. Keep in mind, however, that using topicals containing THC can produce a psychoactive effect.

While medical researchers are slowly catching on, topical cannabis has been used for centuries in the forms of medicinal tinctures, balms and salves for everything from foot pain to skin infections. These highly-concentrated ointments can also be used for wound healing and protection. High-CBD oil (undoubtedly the most popular form of CBD due to its versatility), tends to be highest in potency among cannabis topicals and its uses can range from direct skin contact on the affected area to internal use. CBD lotions and creams on the other hand, work best in alleviating inflammatory skin conditions such as rashes, burns and dryness. Here are a few more commonly treated conditions: • • • • • • • • • • •

Joint pain and arthritis Muscle spasms Earaches and infections Muscle soreness, sprains and injuries Nerve pain Eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis and fungal infections Healing of wounds, cuts, scrapes and bruises Migraines Back pain Menstrual cramps Blisters and rashes

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“In strict medical terms marijuana is far safer than many foods we commonly consume. For example, eating 10 raw potatoes can result in a toxic response. By comparison,

Overall, it looks as though both patients and the medical community might be exploring beyond the steroid-based creams and OTC options that come with a host of sideeffects. Whether it comes in creams, balms, oils, salves or tinctures, CBD poses little to no health risk, making it safe and non-toxic for all ages.

One luxuriously effective line of products available here in Arizona are the new iLava Touch topicals. iLava Touch is a purpose-formulated topical gel that combines 550 milligrams of THC and CBD oil with an evidenced-based essential oil blend. The ultimate goal for iLava Touch is to address the needs and concerns of Arizona’s medical marijuana patients and provide a level of efficacy that delivers consistent and significant results. Their essential oils are ethically sourced from the United States, Europe, Australia, and Morocco. iLava Touch products can be found at the Downtown Dispensary located at 221 E. 6th St, Ste. 105, Tucson, Arizona 85705.

it is physically impossible to eat enough marijuana to induce death. Marijuana in its natural form is one of the safest therapeutically active substances known to man. By any measure of rational analysis marijuana can be safely used within the supervised routine of medical care."

- Francis Young

Tiffany King is a passionate writer and copy editor. Her love for cannabis developed a bit later than most but it wasn’t too late for her to put her writing talents to good use as a cannabis advocate. Tiffany also enjoy topics such as health, fitness, spirituality and selfempowerment. You can find out more about her at: www. tiffanysedits.com.

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BLAZY SUSAN LINE USES PINK IN SUPPORT OF CANNABIS for THE TREATMENT OF BREAST CANCER >>>

Here at Phoenix Cannabis, we see an array of innovative products. At the Southwest Cannabis Conference last month, a unique, new product caught my eye. It’s called the Blazy Susan and it acts as a multifunctioning homebase for all of your smoking setups. Even cooler than the product is the creators motivation for his brand.

Blazy Susan creator, Will Breakell, hails from Virginia and now lives in Denver. He’s currently touring with prototypes of his Blazy Susan to promote its 2018 release. As it’s namesake suggests, it spins like a traditional Lazy Susan delivering joints or dab tools right to your hand. Underneath the removable trays are storage

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compartments for your alcohol swabs, Q-tips and other accessories. The middle features a lockable storage compartment and Breakell promises to add more custom features to match the smoking needs of his customers.

While he’s still fine tuning the product, he has already built quite a following on social media. In October, Hana Meds found him online and invited him to promote his product at their booths during the SWCC Expo. He had no idea what to expect from the event but it turned out to be just what he needed. Breakell was taken aback and at the same time thrilled with the kindness of everyone in the Arizona cannabis industry. On his way back to Denver he stopped in to see us at the Phoenix Cannabis HQ and met our friend and shop neighbor Russell, from Woodcraft Designs.

They hit it off and started discussing a line of highend, exotic wood editions for the Blazy Susan. I also overheard talk of LED lights and gemstones. We will anxiously wait and see what comes to fruition.

When asked where his engineering skills came from Breakell replied “My dad owned a construction company so my three brothers and I were always playing with Tinker Toys, Legos, and other things to build stuff as kids! My strength has always been in ideas and concepts, but the execution and technical design work is something

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SPOTLIGHT I leave to the pros. I have always been directly involved with all aspects of production and design for the Blazy Susan. My first ideas were on MS Paint!”

Aside from this product, the Blazy Susan brand represents a host of smoking accessories. His pink rolling papers are made in France with organic dyes and his signature 1950’s pink vibe was chosen not because the papers look really cool in this shade, but rather to raise awareness for cannabis as treatment for breast cancer. Breakell’s journey for this cause started four years ago when his mother found a lump in her breast and was diagnosed with breast cancer on his 21st birthday. She immediately began the brutal chemotherapy treatments which he remembers seeing her endure. It took a long 2-year battle and a double mastectomy to rid her body of the cancer. He knew right away after her diagnosis that cannabis could help her but information was not readily available.

Even in remission, he knows she needs cannabis as preventative medicine.

He says she trusted her doctors and they weren’t open to cannabis treatment yet. Even though many of our states allow medical cannabis, none of the medical schools are adopting it into their curriculums. Most doctors aren’t aware of its effects and aren’t even prepared to discuss the topic with patients. When you google cancer treatments the first things that come up are chemotherapy, radiation and surgery. You don’t normally see anything on Google’s front page about cannabis, hemp, cannabinoids, CBD or THC. This is the platform for the Blazy Susan brand and the reason behind the pink products. Breakell believes, like most of us that cannabis should be regarded as a primary source of medicine instead of a hippie holistic offering. It was frustrating for him to know that he had the medicine and his mother couldn’t use it. The Breakells are from Virginia which, as a state, is not quite ready to adopt cannabis socially. It’s hard for the previous generation to come around to a substance they were told their whole live was trouble. This is why we need more mainstream outlets and authorities to accept and promote cannabis as medicine. Breakell dabs about 90% of the time and would love to see the public accept both concentrates and flower as normal treatments for all of us.

The Blazy Susan will be online and in stores by 4/20/2018 with custom, higher-end options releasing before then. Be sure to follow Blazy Susan on Instagram or subscribe on the Phoenix Cannabis website to receive updates regarding upcoming product releases.

Blazy Susan Pink Rolling Papers are available online at blazysusan.com. Look for them in stores nationwide very soon.

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>>> MY DIRTY LITTLE SECRET CANNABIS & TRUE CRIME

I have something I need to confess. We are all friends here, right? Here goes. I love smoking cannabis. Not only that, I love smoking cannabis and then listening to true crime podcasts. There, that’s it, my dirty secret. In my downtime, when I’m not being “mom” and I’m not at work I like to grind up some fine, fancy cannabis, roll a joint, spark it - and hear how Jon Benet Ramsey’s killer was probably her own brother. Creepy, sure, but it helps to put into perspective how lucky I am that I’ve not had these terrible things happen directly to me.

Richard Ramirez had beautifully curly hair and the most wrecked teeth you can imagine.

Puff.

Charles Manson, one of the most notorious psychos in U.S. history never actually killed anyone.

Puff.

Albert Fish stuck (and left) so many needles in his groin, it's reported that he shorted out the electric chair.

Pass.

It may not be everyone’s cup of tea but it sure is mine.

And if it is yours, your weird morbid cup of tea, maybe you should check out a few of these strains/podcast pairings.

And not to worry, all of these strains are indicas, so they aren’t going to make you all energetic and paranoid as you listen. Relax, and let the soothing stories of horrors that haven’t happened to you calm you.

Deathstar and My Favorite Murder

My favorite of the true crime podcasts, I’m pretty sure BOTH of the women that host this show smoke marijuana. These ladies may sound a little valley girl here and there (they ARE from California) but true crime lives in their hearts and they’re trying to share it with the world.

Each full length episode consists of the telling of two murders and each minisode is dedicated to the retelling of the “hometown” murders sent in by listeners. Their official slogan is “Stay Sexy and Don't Get Murdered” or SSDGM, and their massive following of fans refer to themselves as “murderinos.” You could definitely enjoy this podcast without the Deathstar, but why would you want to?

Sunset Sherbert and True Crime Garage

I love the ladies of My Favorite Murder but, I do know some people that find their personalities too over the top.

If that is the case with you, I’d suggest giving True Crime Garage a try. Instead of two women, TCG is hosted by two men called The Colonel and The Captain. Most episodes are in at least two parts and focus on a single murder or disappearance. They also have an official beer for each episode, which they rate at the top of the podcast and drink throughout. I imagine sitting in the garage, smoking a joint as the sun sets (sherbert) is perhaps the best way to enjoy this show.

MK Ultra and Zealot

Zealot is more about cults than true crime, but it is along the same lines, right? Zealot is an Australian based podcast with one stationary female host who invites a friend to help tell the cult’s history each episode. I chose the strain MK Ultra to pair with this podcast because cults are about mind control, aren’t they, and the government’s MK Ultra project aimed to do the same thing at one time. The first episode kicks off hard with an hour of chat about Scientology so, load that bowl because it’s gonna be a bumpy one.

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In full cockney accent. This is a tale of Fire and Chai. Bloody fine beverages from the Mad Hatter Tea company.

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Relax, take your hand out of a fist. Give this man some Mad Hatter tea & crisps.

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Welcome to UNDOO. This all natural supplement comes in a soft gelcap with a pamphlet for recommended use. It contains NO cannabis and is 100% natural. I am following protocol by taking it in a controlled setting for this introduction. I have smoked several dabs of live resin sauce and one back-rolled joint. At the end of the day, sometimes my first smoke can leave me feeling paranoid and nervous like I’m doing something wrong. It's a strange feeling and sometimes lasts over an hour. Today, I’m armed with an invention from one of Arizona’s own that's supposed to combat those feelings. If you go to any cannabis events you have probably seen the UNDOO team there offering education, smiles and samples. Lets see what its about.

• How high are you? 7/10

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6:09pm. Gelcap administered. I have noted my answers to the questions:

• How do you feel when you are high? I checked the boxes for anxious and paranoid. Other choices were hungry, unmotivated, creative, and happy. This isn’t every time but seems to happen on the evening after work when I smoke for the first time.

• Could you complete a task in your high state? Yes, I made this magazine while I was high.

TIMELESS VAPES Blue Cheese Grapefruit

Time is ticking away and timeless vape cartridges are here to stay. Timeless has sativa flavors for the day, and indica to help you hit the hay. The sativa cartridge is labeled Energy and the indica is labeled Rest. Both flavors are nice.

Good thing they are not tasteless vapes.

The grapefruit sativa is my pace. Some cartridges get clogged from debris or poor design, but with Timeless that happens less times. I hit it when I’m in line, I hit it when I dine and Timeless Vapes keep me feeling fine.

• Would you want to complete a task? No, not right this second.

• Have you consumed alcohol? No • Would you be comfortable talking to an authority figure now? Not to a police officer, Yes to a boss, I always talk to myself. I whistle when I’m high also. And, yes to a parent, I should talk to my parents more.

12 minutes later at 6:22pm: I feel focused and I don’t feel as anxious.

30 minutes later I’m working at my computer and forgot I took it at all.

What I liked was that I think I honestly felt more high. It was like my body was able to calm down and allow me to enjoy the THC effects.

This was unexpected and I thought it would make my high go away.

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By HEIDI KEYES

PUFF, PASS & PONDER:

Infused Musings from a Cannabis Creative I’ve been asked to write some things down. And, although I enjoy writing things down, it’s not what I normally do.

Despite the fact that I love a good audience for my tales, it’s not my regular medium. I teach people to paint… well, actually I teach people to paint and smoke weed.

And I don’t necessarily teach them to smoke weed, although it certainly has happened on more than one occasion.

Sometimes (often) an 80-year-old grandmother from Wisconsin or Nebraska or some midwestern locale who hasn’t “smoked a doobie” in 40 years comes through one of our classes, and we’re of course always more than happy to assist.

I started cannabis art classes on the cusp of legalization in Colorado, in January of 2014. I was working as a part-time administrative assistant in an apartment building, where I played fast and loose with a dress code of “business casual”, simply because in Denver, you can do that without being too harshly judged. You can grow your unibrow to your waist and sport those horrible hiking sandals with the velcro and nobody bats an eye. I was making and teaching art only part-time because that’s what artists do until they “make it”, and sadly, many artists never “make it”... so there I was.

My first mistake was perhaps, in my exhaustion, wearing a shirt that loudly and proudly stated my plan to “legalize the devil’s lettuce”.

It happened thus that one stoner friend said to another stoner friend who was also a painter: “hey, you know those wine and painting classes? You should do that with weed.” “Ha”, I laughed. “I think I’m the only one who would be into that.” Turns out, I’m not the only one who would be into that.

Within six months, I had outgrown my home studio space and moved into a larger one to accommodate the interest in Denver. Within two years, I traded part of my business for a share in a much larger tours and services company, so Puff, Pass & Paint merged with CannabisTours.com to offer smoke-friendly hotels, tours, and other classes. 3.5 years after legalization

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EDUCATION & HEALTH checks, and after that had slept for an hour before I had to be at the airport at 4:00 for a flight at 5:30, from Denver International to Reagan in DC. Despite the early hour, my TSA agent was primed for a fight… in fact, the early hour seemed to invigorate her. She went straight for my makeup bag, and I already had an inkling what “suspicious item” she was referring to-- a “forgotten” ounce of my own beautiful homegrown Blue Dream, tucked neatly underneath my foundation and mascara and deodorant. A girl may have to work, but she certainly can’t spend it without cannabis. My first mistake was perhaps, in my exhaustion, wearing a shirt that loudly and proudly stated my plan to “legalize the devil’s lettuce”. in Colorado, we’ve got legal cannabis painting, POTtery (haha), cooking, and writing classes, as well as a myriad of other services and tours, in 8 different locations around the country. I’m living the life of a cannabis fly girl, and working with lots of amazing local artists, activists, plant-lovers, and legislators between Colorado and California and DC and Nevada and Oregon, and then California again. You want to make art? You want to get stoned? You want to legally consume a plant that has been inexplicably illegal for a century? I’ve got you. That’s kinda what we do here.

As I type, I’m sitting at a bar in Oakland with a 1/8th drunk glass of wine, a licked-clean plate, and an excruciatingly nearly-blank page on a crappy laptop that I keep dropping and walking all over while I’m traveling. I’m casually and creepily listening to a couple on their first date at the bar next to me, and he’s asking her how to clean a yoga mat, which seems like a strange “getting to know you” question. I had edibles… and I had edibles to the point where it’s obvious that I’ve had edibles, probably because my face lit up so brightly when my food arrived and the fact that I continued to wolf down some sort of a hot meat sandwich even as it scorched the roof of my mouth. I simply couldn’t wait.

It can be strange to live primarily out of your suitcase, in cities that you know like an intimate lover, but treat like a boy you’re prematurely kicking out of your bed... although the Bay Area is my main relationship now. I have my plants, my house, my dogs, my very familiar welcome mat, and a wide variety of uncomfortable footwear options at home, but I’m rarely there. Cannabis is now recreationally legal in 8 states plus Washington DC, and this is my journey of living on the road, and the fantastically bizarre and uncomfortable and generally quite hilarious situations I’ve gotten into since this journey began. If you want to learn about my business, you can find us at www.cannabistours.com and www. puffpassandpaint.com. If you want to have a good and heartfelt laugh, you’ll stay here.

“Ma’am… did you hear me? We need to check your bag. There’s a suspicious item.”

I snapped to attention and the airport security line faded back into my view. I was exhausted, and it was 4:22am. I had stayed up until 2:00am editing schedules and completing invoices and writing

I felt her excitement mounting as she dug through my things, my eyeliner falling out onto the floor, rustling around in my creams and ointments until she claimed her prize. Her eyes lit up as she found my stash, salivating over her success. “Who hurt you?” I wondered.

“What made you this miserable?”, I wanted to shriek.

She smirked as she pulled it out and proudly displayed it. It was more pungent than I had remembered, which filled me with joy at my own bounty (grown with love), as at the same time I pictured how disappointed my father would be in me… Charles, a simple and hard-working Midwestern man with a pothead entrepreneur as his spawn. I wondered if I should smile for my first mug-shot. I wished I had done my hair instead of throwing it into a greasy bun.

“I have NO idea what they’re going to do with you… but this isn’t good. You stay right there, I’m going to find out”, she proclaimed, as she took my sack of weed and presented it around the TSA line, repeatedly exclaiming that I was probably in big trouble and snickering with another co-worker.

It was then that my angel, my savior, my weed Jesus, stepped forward from the shadows and into the dawn. Heroes aren’t always sinewy giants in capes, sometimes they are tall and lanky Latino men in TSA uniforms with unfashionable glasses. He was obviously her superior and as she stared up into his bespectacled eyes, she thought she would receive his praise and adoration, perhaps a promotion, maybe the TSA would give her an award as a purveyor of true justice against this repugnant plant. Instead, I heard him say “what are you doing with that? Put it back in her bag. It isn’t a big deal. Don’t touch it.”

“What?” she shrilled. “BUT IT’S WEED.” “We have more important things to focus on”, he said, and as she turned and stomped away, he brought back my goodies and tucked them in behind my computer in my backpack. “Just be careful, if you’re going to a non-legal state”, he said. Then, as he caught my eye before he turned away: “Happy 4:20”.

Heidi Keyes is the owner and creator of Puff, Pass & Paint and co-owner of Cannabis Tours. She lives in the bay area with her two dogs Deebs and Peter and her bff and wonderboy Tyler. Follow Heidi on social media @ puffpassandpaint and @cannabistours #heidikeyesart

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YOLO 420 Jimmy “GLAUCOMA JIM” Carberry

BY MICHAEL CASSINI

>>> “I’m a 32 year cannabis patient with Glaucoma. I can still see you, I can still read and the only glasses I wear are old people readers.” - Jimmy Carberry, inventor of UNDOO and Jimmy’s Joints.

We sat down for coffee & cannabis with Arizona’s 32-year cannabis patient and bagel-loving activist, Jimmy “Glaucoma Jim” Carberry.

Jimmy has successfully treated his glaucoma with cannabis for many years and we couldn’t wait to hear the details.

Phoenix Cannabis Magazine: When did you first

consume cannabis?

Jimmy Carberry: I witnessed a lot of people eating it and

smoking it before I ever tried it myself. The first time I saw weed, I was about 10 years old. We lived in a building in Brooklyn where you could see the units from the courtyard.

I would hang out down there and one time I heard an old man yelling for help from the window. He said, “Hey kid, come here. I fell down and can’t get up.” I boosted myself up to see his cane on the floor and him squirming around. I climbed up and pulled my pudgy body through the window and into the kitchen. He was lying there looking like a skeleton and shaking. He asked me to go to his bedroom and bring this thing wrapped in newspaper to him. He opened it up and it was a giant pot plant! Cured stems, branches and buds. He grabbed his rolling papers and with shaking hands still fluidly twisted up a joint. He said it was his medicine for his rheumatism. I remember he smoked the joint, sat back and stopped shaking. Then, he offered me one. I declined, thinking, why is this guy smoking a bush? I still remember the smell and look of it and it was nothing like the weed we see today.

The next time I saw weed was three or four years later.

Someone helped me sneak into a concert at the Fillmore East under a lady’s hoopskirt. It was Jimi Hendrix on New Year’s Eve in 1969 and I was 14. I hung out with older hippies, but they were smart and protected me the way they knew how. We bought weed by the kilo and cut it with hacksaws. Those were crazy times.

PCM: How was your vision as a child?

Jimmy: Better than 20/20. I had 15/20 instead of 20/20 because the pressure was pushing on my lenses.

PCM: When were you diagnosed with glaucoma?

Jimmy: I was thirty two when I was diagnosed and the

doctor went the usual route of prescribing me eyedrops.

I woke up the first morning and put a drop in each eye.

I fell to the ground and went into anaphylactic shock immediately. I couldn’t call for help and I couldn’t talk! It was like one, two, FLOOR! My wife found me hours later. She took me to the ophthalmologist who offered to put me on a lighter dose of drops.

After visiting about five doctors and hearing their crazy treatments I realized I knew more about this than they did.

One doctor offered to drill a hole with a laser and let it seep out to drain the pressure in my eye, this would have to be repeated every two years. They can even install a valve that opens like a drain. I remember it would have been $3,600 per eye and they would only do one eye at a time in case you go blind. They lasered my grandmother’s eyes and she lost all sight. No thanks!

PCM: Remember the joke years ago about weed, “oh, it’s for my glaucoma”?

Jimmy: The reason for that is that Robert Randall was the first person to get medical cannabis from the U.S.

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That’s where the joke came from.

Cannabis prevents us from having glaucoma. People don’t realize what a preventative medicine it is for disease.

PCM: How did you realize cannabis was the treatment for you?

Jimmy: I went to supposedly the

best ophthalmologist around. I went into his office and it was madness.

There were people stumbling around from having their pupils dialated.

They did two pressure tests to measure the changes in my eyes.

My first test was in the thirties for each eye, which is dangerously high. Normal intraocular pressure is between 12-18 and 20 is considered high. I got my results and waited for the next test. While waiting, I went down to the car where my buddy was waiting with some Mexican schwag weed. I took about five hits off his pipe. When I went back into the office for the second pressure test, it showed that my numbers had gone from 32/31 pressure to 19/19, back into the normal limits. All from some Mexican schwag.

gram per hour.

PCM: Are there better modern

treatments today for glaucoma?

Jimmy: There’s still no better

treatment than cannabis because of its lack of side effects and the lack of shortening my lifespan due to the terrible drugs they would pump into my eyes that were not very effective.

And, definitely not asBY effective as DUSTIN AMATO cannabis.

PCM: When did you move to Arizona?

Jimmy: I came to Arizona, in 1978,

on a Greyhound bus with $100 and a half ounce of weed. I didn’t know anybody and I lived in a Motel 6 for $24 a night. I put in job applications

and started working in a restaurant. I found a roommate and place to stay just by sharing the little weed I had.

PCM: How did you get your first legal prescription for cannabis?

Jimmy: In the eighties, I began

visiting Holland and visited a doctor in Rotterdam who gave me a prescription for cannabis. Actually, I got two prescriptions. One for each eye. Then, I started bringing patients to get their prescription there because it was protected by the UN Treaty of Narcotics. They have since changed that. Tod Mikuriya was a psychiatrist in California who was a great pioneer for medicinal cannabis.

He knew it was good for PTSD and was talking about it all over the place.

What ended up happening is doctors

PCM: How often did you smoke before then?

Jimmy: At the time, hardly ever.

Maybe a puff at a party or something.

Cannabis wasn’t in my life at that point. My friend heard that I need some help.

PCM: How did you react to this treatment revelation?

Jimmy: I started telling everyone

about it. I invented my persona, Glaucoma Jim, and started touring around with Jack Herer and the Cannabis Action Network guys.

PCM: How much cannabis do you currently medicate?

Jimmy: My prescription is .5 to 1

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Then I became very active in NORML. I was one of the co-founders of the Arizona chapter.

PCM: How did you get into the dispensary and paraphernalia industries?

Jimmy: I’ll tell you a story. A guy

named Larry, from Alaska, called me and invited me to lunch one day. And

I said “Okay, are you a cop?” You had to ask that back then and by law they had to tell you. So, I agreed to meet him in a public place. I sat on a park bench, that way if he was a cop it would be right out in the open. He sat down next to me and put the cooler between us. He told me to look inside the cooler. I flipped the lid open and it was full of FRESH cannabis buds.

Huge nugs. I asked him where he got it and he said he grew it. He asked, “Can you sell it?” I told him no because it had to be dried and cured first but he said he had already been selling it at the bar. I warned him not to sell it at the bar because that was where cops tended to hang out,

coffee shops, donut shops and bars!

So, he taught himself how to trim and cure the plants and as it turned out, he grew the best damn weed. It was Alaskan Thunderfuck, the real ATF. That began my long experience in medicinal cannabis as a consultant and caregiver. In 1996, when the medicinal law passed in Arizona and California, I sent Larry up to an activist friend of mine, Dennis Peron, in California. I told him, that was where he could start his grow.

Larry called a couple months later in 1997 and said he needed my help opening a shop in Oakland. It was on Telegraph street and it was called The Third Floor. I carried the showcases and counters up the stairs. I set up the prices, found the products and made the menu boards. I set it all up, it was the first dispensary in California. Many of the greats came to hang out there.

PCM: What are we smoking today?

Jimmy: Girl Scout Cookies with some sift. These are known as Jimmy’s Joints.

PCM: Thank you for your time this

morning. It was a pleasure to feature the YOLO 420 lifestyle of a true Phoenix Cannabis OG.

Jimmy: My pleasure. Thanks for coming.

Jimmy Carberry is the inventor of UNDOO™. UNDOO™ is intended to support the body’s natural ability to counteract the euphoric effects of cannabis over-consumption. For more information, visit @undoo420. *Contains NO Cannabis*

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Natty Franco Nathaniel Franco is a product of the Seattle glass blowing scene of the 90’s. These guys have been experimenting with glass since way back and were always seeking the best formulas for glass and color. This was a time when you could apprentice under the best in the world. Everytime I get high with this guy he teaches me more about glass than I have ever cared to know. He makes dab tools, bongs, bangers, and pipes, all for sale with only the best materials and his two hands. Nothing fancy here.

Yes, he takes the time to add color changing and blacklight effects but his efforts remain focused on durability at a decent price. Natty believes nice glass should be accessible to all smokers and dabbers. He will gladly smash your Chinese made bong and sell you a comparably priced, handmade one of superior quality!

Phoenix Cannabis Magazine: Are you high when you blow glass?

Nathaniel Franco: Yeah, most of the time. I feel more focused. I’m able to eliminate 80% of the background noise from the dog or the kids or whatever is going on that day.

PCM: What’s your ratio of mass production to custom fun glass?

Natty: 90/10 mass production PCM: What is your favorite type of piece to make?

Natty: Something commemorative. I like when it means something special to someone.

PCM: Do you typically remember a special one?

Natty: Usually, I remember the pieces I don’t like! I hate letting a piece go if I feel like I could have made it better. It can always be better!

PCM: Have you ever broken a glass piece right before it is finished?

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Natty: Yes, it sucks. But, I try to develop a relationship with the materials and be conscious that it’s just glass. If you are good enough, you can make another one exactly the same or even better.

PCM: When did you decide to learn glass blowing?

Natty: I was told at a very young age that I should be a glassblower because I grew up in Seattle and was around people that worked for Dale Chihuly and other big glass names. They observed me and made me feel confident by telling me I was not normal and didn’t belong in an office.

That was in 1995. But I didn’t start officially until 2002. I had to find myself as a young man in life first.

PCM: How old were you when you made your first piece?

Natty: I was 19 and I made a mushroom pendant. I lived in Bellingham, Washington near Vancouver, where cannabis flowed across the border.

PCM: How did you start training?

Natty: I finally found an apprenticeship where i helped a guy who owned a soft glass studio in a warehouse. There was a lamp working station upstairs, a furnace, gloryholes and a soft glass work station against the wall. There were light fixtures and custom projects everywhere.

PCM: So, what’s a gloryhole exactly?

Natty: A gloryhole is like a forged furnace for blacksmithing with a cement lined barrel and a jet that shoots gas or propane in a vortex of forced air. This creates an atmosphere in the chamber of about 3000 degrees. When you stick your glass in there, it heats the whole thing.

PCM: Your products are coming back to Arizona smoke shops, what can we expect to see?

Natty: We are starting with a nice line of color changing banger hangers. They come in a variety of UV reactive colors and designs.

PCM: Where does your glass come from?

Natty: A lot of the colors we use are made in Oregon.

There’s a hotbed of glass blowers in Eugene Oregon and in Portland. Bob Snodgrass, the godfather of pipe blowing, came from this area. Many artists started touring with their products. They started experimenting and realized they could make little pipes out of glass. They discovered new color

techniques and fuming by accident. This is how your pipe gets things like silver dots underneath the clear glass. Gradually, their methods and products have made it farther south.

PCM: What is soft glass?

Natty: It’s a category of glass that refers to a coefficient. The COE is the number that is given to a material for when it’s heated up to measure the point at which it becomes viscous.

Borosilicate or Pyrex brand has higher resistance and has shock durability. Pyrex was developed by Corning in New York for cooking and science application. Soda-lime glass and lead glass are two kinds of soft glass. Borosilicate is a hard glass. Soft glass is thousands of years old and was worked in large quantities in Italy. They developed the color techniques for soft glass still used today. Glass has been made into so many things by every civilization and is the same today which is another thing I like about it.

PCM: Tell us about your products?

Natty: My glass is made from Borosilicate. It is high quality and I get my colors and stuff mostly from Oregon. One company I use gets stoned and then lets their friends name the colors things like “cosmic” or “illuminati” when he sees them. They have nice stuff.

PCM: What are the top things to look for when shopping glass?

Natty: For bongs, consider size. Know what amount you can hold in your lungs so you have an adequate chamber you can hit from. You don’t want a giant bong that you are trying to take little sips from. The filtration apparatus or diffuser is important also. Asking your head shop to water test stuff is a good idea. They should have alcohol wipes for people to test products. Some are wide open and throaty with big bubbles.

Others are small and restricted to give little sip hits and good flavors.

Pipes are a different animal. Check your carb and bowl openings for comparable size to ensure even airflow. Then, run your finger inside the bowl and check for ridges. Ridges means that it wasn’t polished and there is going to be stress built up in that bowl area. So, when you are repeatedly cleaning and heating the bowl, the stress is going to build up over time and crack when you are digging a bowl out. These are ways that unscrupulous glass blowers can cut corners and make more product.

I make less product per day but I take the time to ensure that my bowl holes are the same size and the body of the pipe is straight. I also make sure that the bowl depth bottom aims forward to the front of the pipe, not straight down or towards the mouth. Lung nuggets come from having too big a hole in the bottom of the bowl and also having the carb hole to small.

When you release the carb you want the air to pull out. You don’t want to see any glass danglies or grains of sand left inside.

Those particulates will burn out over time and end up in your throat and weed. Look for totally clean glass. Most importantly, check your bowl hole. If it looks drilled out or stamped DO NOT BUY! PCM: It was great to see you today. Thanks for coming into town and sharing some Seattle glass history. And thank you for the great glass shopping tips as well! We will see your Banger Hanger’s in stores soon!

Natty: Thank you. Can’t wait!

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>>>>>>>> GLASS CLASS 2

Caesar Orozco Caesar Orozco creates new glass pieces from the comfort of his work station inside the It’s All Goodz Smoke Shop. We had the chance to sit down with Caesar to find out how long he has been blowing glass, what glass artists inspire him and what his favorite glass pieces are. Catch an amazing glass blowing exhibition at the It’s All Goodz Phoenix location the first week of November.

Phoenix Cannabis Magazine: What do you like most about blowing glass in the shop?

Caesar Orozco: I love that it’s air conditioned! But seriously, I love how the people come in amazed and ask questions when they see glass blowing in the store. It’s one of the best experiences for me to feel the interaction with the people.

Also, every year we have a contest to find the best glass blowers right here in the shop. It’s so much fun.

PCM: How often do you blow glass here?

Caesar: Everyday, Monday through Friday. They have another location in Tempe and they blow glass there too.

PCM: Where did you blow glass before this?

Caesar: Usually in a warehouse environment where it’s hot and boring.

PCM: What glass blowers inspire you?

Caesar: My favorite ones are @daveycakesglass and @rileyupp from Phoenix. They surprise you all the time with every piece they make. We carry some of their pieces here at the shop.

PCM: How many years have you been blowing glass?

Caesar: Ten years. I started with big companies. I worked for Bluedot making bongs. I also worked for a company called Highly Possible. Now I do my own thing. I work for myself and my buddy lets me operate here in this amazing space.

PCM: What’s your favorite kind of piece to make?

Caesar: I like to make bubblers. Old school styles that work well. I like to learn functional concepts. Many glass blowers start with an art style. My friends tell me that I’m talented and should make crazy art pieces but I guess I’m old school.

PCM: How do you mean old school?

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Caesar: Can I show you something? (Brings over a multi- colored, shimmering, sherlock bubbler with a duck mouthpiece) See, there’s not much special about this. The shape is for functionality and that’s what is important to the design. It’s basic, you know. Minimal. I want to keep the basic in the glass. It’s beautiful and you don’t need a bunch of marbles or anything added to it. It’s a special piece already. I like to keep it like that.

PCM: Where can people outside of Phoenix find your glass?

PCM: Where are you from?

Caesar: Sometimes, but the ventilation is very nice. This is a dream. It’s like Heaven to a glass blower to be setup in a smoke shop. All the commodities are right here, set up and ready to go. It’s never hot or cold like a garage would be. I love this workstation!

Caesar: Right here in Phoenix. Arizona is my home.

PCM: What was your job before glass blowing?

Caesar: I did normal stuff like framing and roofing construction before glass blowing. I do not consider glass blowing my job because I love doing this and people say when you love doing something, it’s not your job, it’s your thing. You know what i mean? This is my life.

Caesar: I work with the Pipe Solutions team. They sell my glass online in places like Canada and Australia. Toronto sells a lot of my bubblers. You can buy my glass on Instagram @pipe solutions.

PCM: You mentioned air conditioning, does it ever get hot working up there?

It’s All Goodz Smoke Shop is located at 12208 N 32nd Street in Phoenix, AZ.

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Hello Phoenix! Let's put some pot in the pot! I'm your host, Chef Chamblee and I'm super happy our first issue is hitting the shelves during my favorite Fall season. Let's get cooking. We share joints with friends all the time and after a good joint another thing you can share is a good meal. I selfmedicate everyday and I'm all for each individual medicating on their own level. Edibles should be enjoyed, not feared. In the coming months, I'll give you every tip and cooking shortcut I can of think to use in your own cannabis kitchen to ensure that you always have the best home edible experience.

Infused Cinnamon Roll Cream Cheese Spread INGREDIENTS: - 1 stick canna butter (infused) - 1 stick cream cheese - 1 cup brown sugar - 1/2 cup toasted pecans - 2 tbs cinnamon - 1 tbs vanilla DIRECTIONS: Mix everything except the nuts in a KitchenAid electric mixer or by hand with a hand mixer.

Stop to scrape down the sides of the bowl 3 times until it's all perfectly smooth. Then, fold in your toasted pecans. Sprinkle cinnamon and sugar on top to be decorative. Serve with sides of graham crackers or bite-size cookies. This recipe makes an awesome spread for things like biscuits or pancakes. You’ll thank me!

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Strawberry Vanilla Infused Jam With the last of the strawberries leaving the grocery store for the season, now is a great time to get them on sale. Jam makes an easy, infused breakfast all winter long. It's time to make your own jar of strawberry jam.

INGREDIENTS:

- 2 lb fresh strawberries

- 2 1/2 cups sugar

- 1/4 cups lemon juice

- 2 tbs vanilla extract

- 1 gram decarbed kief DIRECTIONS: Wash and slice the strawberries. In a heavy-bottomed pot, combine the strawberries, sugar and lemon juice. Using a potato masher, mash the strawberries to the consistency you like.

Stir the mixture over medium heat until the sugar is dissolved. Then, increase the heat and bring it to a rolling boil. Cook the mixture until it reaches 220°F, stirring frequently, about 25-30 minutes. Turn off heat, add vanilla and decarbed kief and mix well for 2 minutes. Pour the jam into clean jars, cover and cool to room temperature. Store the cooled jams in the fridge.

Warning: You'll never be able to go back to store-bought jam. * Strawberries are naturally rich in pectin, that’s why my recipe doesn’t call for additional commercial pectin.

Tips: • Don’t reduce the sugar amount. I call for the absolute minimum amount for preserving. If you use less than the specified amount of sugar, the mixture won’t reach 220°F. Also, you’ll have to cook the jam longer to thicken it, which darkens the color and could burn the jam altogether • Don’t skip the lemon juice, as acidity combined with sugar is crucial for a proper set.

• Mashing the strawberries upfront helps release the natural pectin. Mash the fruits to the consistency you like. I like bigger fruit pieces in my jam, I leave some fruit slices in the mixture.

• Store uncanned jams in the fridge for up to one month. I'll admit, I’ve had some jams longer. It all depends on how you handle it. If you only use clean utensils and open the jar infrequently, you won’t have a problem storing it longer.

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