COLUMN: Top Documentaries On Cannabis According To Research

by Crystal M. Wilson

While cannabis originated centuries ago, it is only recently that the popularity of the herb skyrocketed. People worldwide are now using cannabis for both recreational and medicinal reasons. With more scientific evidence and widespread legalization, cannabis is becoming a prominent part of almost every industry on the spectrum. With the increasing use of cannabis, it has also managed to secure a place in pop culture. You can find cannabis use in movies or shows, but there is still a lack of accurate information. Filmmakers are aiming to approach the topic of cannabis with care and offer informative documentaries.

2021, Column, Documentary, Editorial, Home MediaDon ShanahanFebruary 27, 2021Comment

COLUMN: 4 Binge-Worthy Cannabis Documentaries To Watch This Weekend

by Crystal M. Wilson

Cannabis is exploding in popularity and is experiencing legalization around the world. This massive new trend is also a media sensation, with articles, videos, and blogs available in print and online. Documentaries are also popping up as the newest trend in film making, and cannabis is fast becoming the darling of this booming industry. With so many people of all ages yearning to learn more about this natural, history-rich plant, it makes sense that inspired directors are offering documentaries.

Column, Editorial, Documentary, Home Media, StreamingDon ShanahanFebruary 23, 2021Comment

COLUMN: Powerful Takeaways From New Documentary "CBD Nation"

CBD is growing popular and becoming more prevalent as people realize its benefits. The chemical compound CBD is present in cannabis plants - marijuana and hemp. It may help treat various health conditions. Studies state that CBD may help treat all anxiety disorders like GAD and PTSD. That said, CBD may help treat physical health conditions like chronic pain as well.

2021, Column, Editorial, DocumentaryDon ShanahanFebruary 18, 2021Comment

GUEST COLUMN: Great Health Documentaries on Netflix

by Devin Caldwell

If you’re looking to increase your general knowledge across many health and medical topics, look no further than Netflix. Buried behind the “latest releases” and “trending now” movies and TV shows is a bevy of non-fiction and documentaries dedicated to various aspects of health and wellness including diet, disease, mental health, medication and brain chemistry. Start your own personal tutorial with these films.

2021, Column, DocumentaryDon ShanahanFebruary 6, 2021Comment

GUEST COLUMN: 5 of the Most Impactful Movies About Climate Change

by Kevin Gardner

Everyone knows that there is nothing that can get you quite as emotional, excited, or invested like a good movie, and there are plenty of good movies out there. Watching movies about health and wellness might have the power to get you to cut down on your sugar intake, and watching movies about rescue pets might push you to adopt an animal. Therefore, watching a movie about climate change might just get you invested in environmental justice.