We’re not gonna lie: This segment about how booze is glorified while pot is ridiculed is the best damn thing ever. And we’re jealous. But not so jealous we’re going to hide it away in a closet under your old sweaters from the 90s so no one can see it. Damn you, Jon Stewart. (And thank you.)
About the Author
Michael is a journalist and filmmaker. His award-winning documentary, Sleeping with Siri is playing film festivals across the country. Stusser runs TechTimeout campaigns in high schools across the country, asking teenagers to give up their digital devices (for a little while) in order to find balance, and perhaps even make eye-contact with their parents.You Might also like
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When Late-Nite Went Political
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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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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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.
