Marshall Poe
Marshall Poe
Chris S. Duvall, "The African Roots of Marijuana" (Duke UP, 2019)
Chris S. Duvall, "The African Roots of Marijuana" (Duke UP, 2019)
Chris S. Duvall, "The African Roots of Marijuana" (Duke UP, 2019)
Monday 24th June 2019
Chris S. Duvall reveals the African history of marijuana, its cultural significance, and its links to slavery and colonialism. Tune in for a fresh perspective.
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Get the buttons here!Uncovering the African History of Marijuana with Chris S. Duvall
Whatever you think about using marijuana or water pipe or whatever, that's African knowledge and it affects a lot of people.
Ever wondered about the untold stories behind marijuana? In this episode, Marshall Poe chats with Chris S. Duvall, the author of 'The African Roots of Marijuana.' This isn’t your typical conversation about legalization or medical use. Instead, Duvall dives into the rich history of cannabis in African culture and its ties to slavery. You'll learn how cannabis was used as a crop and commodity long before it became a hot topic in modern debates.
Duvall also touches on the glaring absence of African perspectives in medical literature and highlights the exploitative nature of marijuana legalization in places like Canada. If you're curious about the deeper cultural and historical roots of marijuana, this episode offers a fresh and enlightening perspective.