Ep. 9 - First Ever Canna Yule Log with Holiday Playlist – GBL TV

🎄 Green Bee Life Presents: A Holiday Special! 🎄

Get ready to celebrate the season all year with Green Bee Life! In this special episode of Just Say KNOW, with Maria, you are invited to cozy up with our Green Bee Life Holiday Music Playlist and exclusive Canna Yule Log, inspired by host, Maria Calabrese’s love for the holidays and her home’s idyllic fireplace featured on the Hallmark Channel.

This episode blends holiday nostalgia with cannabis-inspired traditions, offering a modern twist on timeless celebrations. From festive gatherings to thoughtful cannabis-themed gifts, we explore the history, wellness benefits, and joy that cannabis can bring to the season and all year long.

📖 Did you know cannabis’ roots run deep in history, with mentions in the Bible as “Kaneh-Bosm”? Or that it’s been part of gift-giving traditions for centuries? Learn how cannabis is reshaping the spirit of giving and bringing people together this holiday season.

🔥 Stream our Canna Yule Log and holiday music playlist all year for nonstop cozy vibes!

Guests

A festive compilation of our favorite independent artists, featuring heartfelt covers of holiday classics and original seasonal songs that bring warmth, joy, and chill vibes to any occasion.

Sources

Benet, Sula. "Early Diffusion and Folk Uses of Hemp." Gaea et Pan, 1936. This seminal work discusses the presence of hemp in ancient cultures and its possible mention in the Hebrew Bible as kaneh-bosm.
The Sultan of Turkey's 1876 Gift to the United States, by Joan Weeks (The Library of Congress, Dec 2018)
Cannabis and hemp in the Ottoman Empire, by Erhan Afyoncu (Daily Sabah, Jan 2019)
How Cannabis Has Shaped World Religions, by Ben Taub (Seedsman, Aug 2020)
Santa Claus, Sinterklaas, and Historical Context:
- The evolution of Santa Claus from Sinterklaas and its cultural significance has been detailed in various historical analyses. Although direct connections to cannabis are speculative, understanding these traditions offers context for contemporary interpretations. A compilation of scholarly articles and historical sources was researched to establish these connections.

Resources

Historical & Religious:

Seedsman Blog Offical Site often publishes blogs related to the historical and cultural significance of cannabis
Sula Benet's Research on Kaneh-Bosm - Sula Benet's research is often cited in academic papers and books on cannabis history. Related works can be found on platforms like JSTOR, Google Scholar, or through the International Journal of Drug Policy.

Holiday Gift Guides:

Green Bee Life's Curated Cannabis Gift Guide
NORML's Guide to Cannabis-Friendly Gifts

Relaxing Holiday Playlists

Spotify: Chill & Cozy Holiday Vibes

To Learn More About Cannabis & Wellness:

Green Bee Life's Cannabis 101 Series
Project CBD - Science & Benefits of Cannabis

Extras

Cannabis and the Holidays: Exploring Timeless Traditions and New Festive Trends, by Maria Calabrese (Green Bee Life, Dec 2023)

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