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The Myth, and the Reality, of Cannabis Rescheduling
Over recent months in the United States, there has been a lot of talk — and confusion — about what rescheduling cannabis under federal...

Carlos Hermida
Sep 204 min read


Maryland Court Upholds Ban on Hemp-Derived Intoxicants: Why This Matters for Cannabis Policy Reform
A Maryland appellate court has delivered a major decision in Moore v. Maryland Hemp Coalition , upholding the state’s ban on retail sales...

Carlos Hermida
Sep 202 min read


Defending Florida’s Medical Cannabis Program: Recap of The Rotation – September 14th Episode
The latest episode of The Rotation took a deep dive into one of the most important issues facing Florida’s medical cannabis community:...

Carlos Hermida
Sep 183 min read


No Rise in Suicidal Ideation After Cannabis Legalization, Canadian Study Finds
A new study out of Halifax, Canada is offering encouraging news about the mental health impact of adult‐use cannabis legalization....

Carlos Hermida
Sep 182 min read


Cannabis Shows Promise in Helping Chemotherapy‑Induced Peripheral Neuropathy
Chemotherapy saves lives — but for many cancer patients, it leaves a challenging after‑effect: chemotherapy‑induced peripheral neuropathy...

Carlos Hermida
Sep 183 min read


Trump DOJ Withdraws Key Cannabis Research & Hemp-Testing Rules: What It Means for Florida and Beyond
What Happened On September 8, 2025 , the U.S. Department of Justice under Attorney General Pam Bondi published notice that it is...

Carlos Hermida
Sep 133 min read


Cannabis Before Cocktails? New Lab Study Shows It May Help Curb Alcohol Intake
Ever wonder whether cannabis could actually cut back on your drinking instead of adding to it? A brand-new lab study out of Colorado...

Carlos Hermida
Sep 133 min read


Kushy Pies Jumps into the Rotation
Episode recap: On this week’s episode of The Rotation , Executive Director Christopher Cano , Political/Policy Director Gary Stein , and...

Carlos Hermida
Sep 93 min read


Alcohol, Not Cannabis, Linked to Higher Risk of Unwanted Pregnancy: Implications for Reproductive Health Advocacy
A compelling new analysis published in Addiction and featured by NORML reveals a crucial and often overlooked distinction: among...

Carlos Hermida
Sep 92 min read


Older Adults Who Consume Cannabis Show Similar Cognitive Performance to Non-Users, NORML Analysis Finds
A recent NORML analysis, published on September 8, 2025 , reveals that older adults who have used cannabis in the past six months...

Carlos Hermida
Sep 82 min read


Best Blunt of the Bay IV is in the Rotation
Hey, we have the Best Blunt of the Bay IV coming up! We can't wait to see everyone this weekend because it's going to be amazing. In the...

Carlos Hermida
Apr 82 min read


Suncoast NORML Reschedules Annual HalloWEED Costume Contest 2024 Amid Hurricane Recovery Efforts
Tampa, FL — Suncoast NORML , the Tampa Bay chapter of the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws, is excited to...

Carlos Hermida
Nov 8, 20243 min read


Siesta G in the Rotation
We had a great chat with the Hemp activist over at Siesta G! They provided valuable insight on why we should be wary of Amendment 3 and...

Carlos Hermida
Jun 18, 20242 min read


Sean Shaw, Candidate for Hillsborough County Commission, Jumps into the Rotation
Last week we had an amazing conversation with Sean Shaw who was a former State Rep for the State of Florida and is currently running for...

Carlos Hermida
Jun 7, 20241 min read


Andrew DeAngelo Jumps in the Rotation
Andrew DeAngelo is a unique leader who builds organizations from the ground up. He is the co-founder of Harborside Inc., a publicly...

Carlos Hermida
Sep 19, 20232 min read


Captain Hooter is in the Rotation
Dude smoked a lot of weed in Amsterdam and he took some great shots!

Carlos Hermida
May 2, 20231 min read


Marc Matoza is in the Rotation With Suncoast NORML
Marc Matoza is in Cannabis Healthcare and a Medicine Practitioner! He works with Medical Marijuana Awareness & Wellness Webinars and...

Carlos Hermida
Jan 18, 20231 min read


Elections 2022
Florida mid-term election are here! Polls remain open until 7pm. The executive board at Suncoast NORML has worked tirelessly over the...
Christopher Cano
Nov 8, 20221 min read


Which Tampa Stoner Has the Best HalloWEED Costume?
Ybor City, FL – This Halloween the local chapter of the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws, Suncoast NORML, is...

Carlos Hermida
Oct 17, 20222 min read


Who Should You Vote for to Legalize Cannabis in Florida: Better Know Your Candidate
On our Podcast the Rotation with Suncoast NORML we have introduced a new segment called "Better Know Your Candidate" where we have spoken...

Carlos Hermida
Aug 22, 20223 min read
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