Ep. 9 | Queer Cannabis Advocacy, History, and Legalization

9. Queer Cannabis Advocacy: How LGBTQ Advocates Shaped LegalizationHow did we get here—from underground brownies to legal dispensaries? This episode of The High Guide takes you into the untold legacy of queer cannabis advocacy. Hosted by April Pride with guests from across the LGBTQ+ cannabis community, this conversation threads together trauma, allyship, and activism. You’ll hear from Sophie Saint Thomas, Maggie Connors, Rachael Rapinoe, and Neil Lequia as they unpack the healing potential of weed for queer people, the history behind Prop 215, and what brands must do to go beyond rainbow capitalism. Expect real talk, reverence for history, and radical reminders of why inclusion must be rooted in justice—not just celebration.🔵 Key Takeaways-Queer activists like Dennis Peron and Brownie Mary catalyzed early cannabis legalization, especially during the AIDS crisis.-Cannabis has long offered trauma relief for LGBTQ people—who face higher rates of violence and discrimination.-Today’s queer-led cannabis brands are modeling inclusive business practices across race, gender, and identity.-Proposition W (1978) was a major decriminalization effort driven by Harvey Milk and Dennis Peron—but it was never enacted.-The commercialization of Pride and weed alike can dilute the roots of resistance—staying accountable matters.Learn more about this episode, including guests and resources on substack:https://aprilpride.substack.com/p/queer-cannabis-advocacy-history-legalizationHosted by April PrideSign up for April’s newsletter on Substack at https://aprilpride.substack.com/ or at getsetset.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow on IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@getsetset⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/@getsetset⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@getsetset Get full access to APRIL PRIDE at aprilpride.substack.com/subscribe