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Smoke & Mirrors: The Real History of 420 – Truth, Myths, and Hidden Roots

Smoke & Mirrors: The Real History of 420 – Truth, Myths, and Hidden Roots

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 "Smoke & Mirrors," hosted by Brian Brown, is a podcast episode that delves into the mystery of the number 420, a symbol synonymous with the global cannabis culture. The episode debunks popular myths about the origins of 420, tracing it back to a group of high school students in 1971 known as the Waldos who used it initially as a meeting time. It explains how 420 was popularized through connections to the Grateful Dead and further amplified by High Times Magazine, establishing April 20th as the unofficial global cannabis day. The podcast further explores 420's evolution as a protest date, a celebration, a retail holiday, and a symbol of unity within the cannabis community. Additionally, it delves into conspiracy theories surrounding governmental hijacking of 420. The episode beautifully paints the 420 movement as a symbol of resistance, a collective nod to the past, present, and future, urging listeners to remember its deeper significance as they celebrate.
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