Episodes

  • The joys of weed

    The joys of weed
    Oct 22 2024
    In the latest episode of "3 Joints at 3 AM," host Billy Oh explores the multifaceted joys of smoking weed and discusses topics ranging from the relaxation factor to the boost in creativity. Billy delves into how marijuana can act as a medium of escape from the fast-paced life, helping individuals appreciate the moment and enjoy inner calmness. He also emphasizes the remarkable surge of creativity and deep philosophical conversations often associated with smoking weed. Furthermore, Billy shares his perspective about the heightened appreciation for food, music, and nature that occurs when stoned. Nevertheless, he makes sure to reiterate the importance of balance, safety, and not using cannabis as an escape from life's problems. The episode concludes with an appeal to his listeners to share their own experiences and to always remember to enjoy the little highs in life.
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    3 mins
  • It begins

    It begins
    Oct 19 2024
    In this installment of the 3 Joints at 3 AM podcast, Billy Oh delves into the intertwined history of cannabis with counterculture, music, and art. Beginning with marijuana’s genesis in the counterculture era of the 1920s and 1930s, Billy details how the plant became a symbol of freedom and artistic expression and evolved into a significant part of the movements for social liberation in the 1960s. He explores the influence of cannabis on music and art during the ’60s and ’70s, its place in the U.S government’s War on Drugs, and its continued existence despite crackdown and stigma. He charts the shift towards legalization and how the counterculture has adapted to the new-age trends. Finally, Billy questions the future of the cannabis counterculture amidst complete legalization and the rise of corporate weed.
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    4 mins