High Times, the iconic voice in cannabis culture, psychedelics, advocacy and industry insight, proudly announces the release of its limited-edition, collectible 50th Anniversary Issue, the appointment of award-winning journalist Javier Hasse as its new Editor-in-Chief and the long-awaited return of the Cannabis Cup. Together, these milestones mark five decades of cannabis journalism, culture and community, while heralding a new era.
High Times, the iconic voice in cannabis culture, psychedelics, advocacy and industry insight, proudly announces the release of its limited-edition, collectible 50th Anniversary Issue, the appointment of award-winning journalist Javier Hasse as its new EIC
Founded in 1974, High Times became the voice of a movement, spotlighting underground growers, counterculture icons and the fight for legalization. After ceasing production in recent years, the magazine returns, shepherded by new leadership that aims to honor the magazine’s original spirit.
“Back in the ’80s, I bought my first copy of High Times and hid it under my jacket just to get it in the house. The moment I opened those pages, I stepped into another world: free, creative, rebellious, alive. It changed me,” said Josh Kesselman, publisher of High Times and founding force behind RAW® Rolling Papers. “To help bring this magazine back to life 50 years later feels surreal. This isn’t about profits; it’s about giving back to the community that raised me and cutting through the controversy to share the truth about this plant. Together we will expand human consciousness, and Javier Hasse is the perfect person to carry this legacy forward.”
The appointment of Hasse as Editor-in-Chief reflects High Times’ commitment to fearless journalism and cultural leadership. A seasoned Latino reporter and book author with more than a decade of experience covering cannabis and psychedelics, Hasse has contributed to numerous national publications and, in 2024, was named Emjays International Cannabis …
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Author: Javier Hasse / High Times
