Hawai’i Cannabis Cup Attendees Beware

I received an invitation to the First Annual Hawai'i Cannabis Cup a couple days ago from the Malie Cannabis Clinic. This opportunity is a new three-day event with music, camping, food, education and vendors. Tickets for all three days run $60. For more information, visit Hawai'i Islands Cannabis Cup Sounded like something from a 1960's … Continue reading Hawai’i Cannabis Cup Attendees Beware →

Asian Stigma Is Killing People in Hawai’i

RE: The Big Island Is Confronting A Big Problem With Fentanyl Aloha e Paula Dobbyn ~ Mahalo for your informative and educational article. I’m certified to administer NARCAN and counsel people considering opioid use or suffering addiction. According to CDC figures, one person dies of a drug overdose every 11 days on Big Island. Paula Dobbyn … Continue reading Asian Stigma Is Killing People in Hawai’i →

All I Want for Christmas is Privileged Asians to End Their Cruelty in Hawai’i

As most of the mainland U.S. battles the brutal cold of a deep polar plunge, we've returned to enjoying beautiful tropical weather. Our keiki (kids) are waiting with excitement for Santa to paddle up in his canoe with presents for all. Like many places around the world during the holiday season, there is an abundant … Continue reading All I Want for Christmas is Privileged Asians to End Their Cruelty in Hawai’i →

Hawai’i DOH Approves New Medical Cannabis Dispensary on Maui

Hawai'i Department of Health announced approval of a third medical cannabis retail dispensary for PONO LIFE MAUI after it passed a final on-site inspection for its third retail facility. PONO LIFE MAUI’s new retail location is in Paia, Maui at 149 Hana Highway Unit #2, Paia, and expects to begin sales on Wednesday, November 23, … Continue reading Hawai’i DOH Approves New Medical Cannabis Dispensary on Maui →

My Body But Not My Choice As a Man in Hawai’i

Friday's official announcement from SCOTUS triggered protests, riots and some scattered incidents of violence. Millions of liberal women and men are enraged; millions of conservative women and men are celebrating. The issue of abortion has divided our nation for 50 years. This battle now moves to the various states and Election 2022. The director of … Continue reading My Body But Not My Choice As a Man in Hawai’i →

Was Pro-Choice Until Women Taught Me About Being Selfish

As a PhD candidate in New Mexico, I considered myself to be a progressive liberal. Worked on many gender political issues to strengthen women’s rights. Directed a research lab staffed heavily by female employees. Was pro-choice, as I supported a woman’s right to privacy in her medical decisions. However, I’ve learned women are extremely selfish, … Continue reading Was Pro-Choice Until Women Taught Me About Being Selfish →

The Truth about Brittney Griner, Russia and Cannabis

I’m a former pro basketball player who played in Europe. Read an article by Analis Bailey in USA Today about Brittney Griner (BG). Analis Baily is a NOW reporter for USA Today Why aren’t Black female leaders like Analis telling the TRUTH about BG? She had cannabis oil in her possession while traveling in Russia. … Continue reading The Truth about Brittney Griner, Russia and Cannabis →

My Crazy Uncle Asked Me About Medical Cannabis

My uncle, nearly 80 years of age, refers to himself as "my crazy uncle. He asked me today some not-so-crazy questions about medical cannabis. America's baby boomers are dealing with more pain due to age, arthritis and other conditions. CBD and THC-infused medications are now the Gray Rage! Baby Boomers are graying and seeking medical … Continue reading My Crazy Uncle Asked Me About Medical Cannabis →

Workplace Drug Testing Does NOT Keep Anyone Safe

Saw a post by S&G Labs Hawai’i, LLC regarding the importance of substance abuse testing in the workplace on social media today. S&G believes every company should drug test, because according to the National Safety Council, employees who abuse prescription drugs are two to five times more likely to take unexcused absences, be late for … Continue reading Workplace Drug Testing Does NOT Keep Anyone Safe →

Cannabis Corruption at Commission: HCRC Chair Liann Ebesugawa Should Resign

On April 4, 2021, David Shapiro summarized the disturbing levels of corruption in the Aloha state. He wrote, "It’s infuriating to see federal prosecutors once again having to expose local public corruption that city and state authorities should have been on long ago." David Shapiro's Commentary April 4, 2021 Earlier this week, ClearHealthLife received pleadings … Continue reading Cannabis Corruption at Commission: HCRC Chair Liann Ebesugawa Should Resign →