Narkotikapodden launches with a powerful first episode. Johan Svensson sits down with Damon Barret, lecturer in human rights at the University of Gothenburg in Sweden, to discuss health, human rights, and support for vulnerable youth. This isn’t just talk — it’s sharp, evidence-based insight from voices rarely heard in Swedish media. Now streaming on major […]
The Nordic Reform Conference 2025 will be held on September 26 at Carls in Oslo, gathering researchers, health professionals, policymakers and activists to explore progressive, evidence-based drug policies. Themes include harm reduction, psychedelics, law enforcement, stigma and the voices of people with lived experience. The event is organized by Tryggere Ruspolitikk (Association for Safer Drug
Mary Jane Berlin 2025 brought together over 70,000 visitors for three vibrant days of cannabis culture, innovation and networking. The event opened with a dedicated B2B day for industry players to connect and explore new opportunities. As the weekend progressed, over 500 exhibitors showcased the latest in cultivation technology, accessories, and classic and new cannabis
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Swedish reggae artist General Knas (Ivan Olausson Klatil) and several activists have launched MedCan, a patient association advocating for medical cannabis. The initiative comes as the Swedish government agency TLV proposes to end subsidies for cannabis-based medicine. In less than 24 hours, MedCan gathered over 250 signatures in protest. The group argues that removing the
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The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has partnered with Johnny’s Ambassadors, an anti-marijuana group, to disseminate memes during National Prevention Week. These memes, hosted on DEA websites, claim links between cannabis use and issues like suicide, depression, and reduced sperm count. Critics, including NORML’s Paul Armentano, argue that such messages are based on selective data
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The U.S. cannabis industry is projected to reach a $123.6 billion economic impact in 2025, soaring to $241.7 billion by 2031 according to the MJBizDaily’s “Factbook 2024” report. Growth is fueled by expanding retail sales, supply chain development, and increased job creation. Despite a slowdown in mergers and acquisitions, a 23% rise in capital investments
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Danish journalist Anders Lund Madsen delves into the complexities of cannabis in the DR documentary series “Fri hash – ja tak?” (“Free hash – yes please?”). The program examines the societal and individual consequences of cannabis use, featuring interviews with experts, users, and policymakers. Madsen’s exploration aims to shed light on the ongoing debate surrounding
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On Sunday, 4/20, we visited Smokenhagen, Copenhagen’s first cannabis social club, on its opening day. The club hosted an open house, but moving forward, only patients with approved ESS/Schengen prescriptions will be allowed entry. Visitors can purchase CBD buds and CBD hash, and the vision is to create a safe, relaxed space for patients to
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Belfast’s first openly gay mayor, Micky Murray, has voiced strong support for the legalization of marijuana, particularly for medicinal purposes, during a recent interview. Murray emphasized that cannabis is less harmful than many assume and criticized the slow pace of reform in Northern Ireland, stating, “It’s 2025, and we’re still having the conversation.” Pointing to
In Söderhamn, Sweden, a strong floral scent in a park led residents to call the police, fearing it was cannabis. SVT reports no drugs were found—only planted flowers with a natural, sweet aroma. Several patrols inspected the location, and a K9 dog was even brought in, but nothing illegal was discovered. This according to police
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