At Higher Ground we’re trying to be relevant. We’re also trying to amuse, entertain, and every once in awhile go viral. The follow essay that appeared in The Columbia Journalism Review, is an inspiration.
We hope to elevate the conversation (thus our name) about legalization, pop-culture, breaking news and politics. Plenty of greats have show theway: Carson. Cavett. Conan. Paar. Letterman. Stewart. DeGeneres. Colbert. Maher. Now it’s time to make some history in our own right.
When Late-Night Went Political – an essay by Chris Ip
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Up in Smoke ReMix: Cheech Gets Stoned in 2015
Journalist Michael Stusser (host of Higher Ground) pops into the passenger seat to discuss the new era of marijuana with Cheech Marin. The results are hilarious and surprisingly informative in this “Up in Smoke” Re-Mix. And don’t worry, the great Tommy Chong doesn’t get left out! Watch till the end for a special shout-out. -
Robin Williams: Simply the Best
The great Robin Williams suffered from addiction and depression – no laughing matter – but also found humor in marijuana’s effects. We’ve posted a few of his hilarious routines on the subject below. On a serious note, if you know anyone suffering from addiction or depression, and see signs they are in trouble, talk to friends and family about getting them the help they need.CLIPS
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Higher Ground’s Tribute to MadMen
Though the incredible series MadMen is coming to an end, the staff at Higher Ground wanted to let everyone know that we’d be carrying the torch for many moons to come.Since its premiere, Mad Men has received widespread critical acclaim for its historical authenticity, visual style, costume design, acting, writing, and directing. The drama has won 15 Emmys and four Golden Globes. It’s the first basic cable series to win the Emmy Award for Outstanding Drama Series, winning in each of its first four seasons
The second half of the final season will premiere on April 5, 2015. The series finale is scheduled to air on May 7, 2015.
Watch the last episodes of MadMen on AMC.
http://www.amctv.com/shows/mad-men
