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Dr. Roz McCarthy
1 day ago2 min read
Black Buddha Cannabis Partners with Ohio Based Woman & Veteran Led Organizations to Expand Offerings in Ohio’s Cannabis Market
[Columbus, Ohio] — Black Buddha Cannabis, a mission-driven brand committed to providing premium cannabis products, is proud to announce a...
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Dr. Roz McCarthy
Feb 74 min read
Medical Marijuana & Sickle Cell Disease: A Natural Ally In The Fight Against Pain
Blyss Flower by Black Buddha Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) is a lifelong blood disorder that disproportionately affects African Americans,...
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Dr. Roz McCarthy
Jan 205 min read
Living the Dream: How DEI Turned MLK’s Vision into Reality for Generations
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. famously spoke of a dream—a vision of equality, opportunity, and justice for all. For decades, Diversity,...
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Dr. Roz McCarthy
Jan 23 min read
Reflections: 2025 Please Be Kind
Here's to 2025! The Year of Completion Sitting at my desk on the final day of 2024, I find myself reflecting on the year that’s passed....
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Dr. Roz McCarthy
Sep 16, 20244 min read
"No, You Can’t Have My Shirt!” – Miami’s Attitude Shift on Cannabis Legalization
As I walked through the vibrant streets of Miami weekend before last, rocking my “Yes on 3” T-shirt, I couldn’t help but notice the...
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Dr. Roz McCarthy
Jul 30, 20243 min read
A Celebration of Unity and Progress: The Black Cannabiz Conference & Expo Lands In Chicago
The Black Cannabiz Conference & Expo, held at the luxurious Swissotel in Chicago, was a remarkable two-day event that underscored the...
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Dr. Roz McCarthy
Jun 19, 20247 min read
Clearing the Haze: From Conviction to Redemption The Significance of Maryland’s Marijuana Pardons
In a landmark move, Maryland’s Governor has taken a bold step toward rectifying historical injustices by issuing pardons for past...
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Dr. Roz McCarthy
May 24, 20243 min read
Marijuana Rescheduling: A New Horizon for Small Ancillary Businesses
The recent move towards the rescheduling of marijuana has sparked conversations across the industry, particularly among small ancillary...
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Dr. Roz McCarthy
May 13, 20244 min read
Feeling the Buzz: My Takeaways from the Benzinga Cannabis Conference in Miami
Greetings from Miami, where the energy was “muy caliente” at the recent Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference. Over two eventful days,...
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Dr. Roz McCarthy
Apr 30, 20244 min read
The DEA's Historic Move: Rescheduling Marijuana to Schedule III
Cannabis Reform Way Overdue But Still Not Enough After over fifty years of strict regulation, the United States Drug Enforcement...
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Dr. Roz McCarthy
Apr 24, 20248 min read
Capitol Gains: Success Stories & Lessons from 420 Advocacy on Capitol Hill
Every year, as April approaches, the cannabis community gears up to celebrate 420, a date that has evolved from common slang among a...
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Dr. Roz McCarthy
Apr 16, 20245 min read
Altitude and Attitude: My Enlightening Trip to the NOCO Hemp Expo
This past weekend, I had the privilege of attending the NOCO Hemp Conference held in the picturesque town of Estes, Colorado. As someone...
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Dr. Roz McCarthy
Apr 8, 20245 min read
Green Horizons Ahead! Is Florida Ready For Adult Use Marijuana in 2024?
VOTE Yes on Amendment 3 Recent trends and shifts in public opinion suggest that Florida voters may be more ready than ever to embrace...
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Dr. Roz McCarthy
Mar 26, 20242 min read
Recharged & Ready, Thanks NECANN
I had the pleasure of attending the NECANN Boston cannabis convention and conference this past weekend, and let me tell you, the energy...
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Dr. Roz McCarthy
Mar 11, 20243 min read
Herstory is My Story: Cant Stop Wont Stop
As I sit beside my grandmother's hospital bed, surrounded by the quiet hum of medical equipment and the soft murmurs of family, I find...
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