On the Septums of Sensationalism

In this episode of The Never Ending Carousel of Cannabis Nonsense, we take a blunt look at the Daily Fail and its ongoing attempt to convince the British public that prescribed cannabis is somehow a moral crisis. It is not. It is medication, and adults are using it to manage pain, PTSD, neurological conditions, and everyday health concerns while journalists cling to nostalgia and panic. We drag outdated narratives, revisit uncomfortable bits of the Fail’s history (including its very enthusiastic black shirts era), and ask why medical autonomy terrifies the tabloids more than cocaine, jazz, or Meghan Markle. As other countries regulate and research, Britain is stuck on panic mode. The carousel keeps spinning. Send us a messageSupport the showThe Never-Ending Carousel of Cannabis Nonsense is written and produced by Sian Phillips.Music by PlayDays2021, licensed royalty-free via Adobe.All opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the host and any guests, and do not necessarily reflect those of any affiliated organisations.This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute medical, regulatory, legal, or financial advice.You can find “The Never-Ending Carousel of Cannabis Nonsense” on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music Podcasts. © 2025 Sian Phillips. All rights reserved.