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07/26/2026

“Stop Dicking Around.”

That’s Senator John Fetterman’s message to Congress regarding cannabis legalization.

Crude? Maybe.

Effective? Absolutely.

For decades, we’ve been told cannabis is something to fear.

What if, instead, it became something to understand?

Fetterman’s comments aren’t just about moving cannabis from one schedule to another. They’re about a future where the federal government finally stops treating a plant like a criminal enterprise and starts allowing Americans to make informed choices, backed by science, education, and personal responsibility.

Now imagine a world where cannabis is fully descheduled.

Not hidden.

Not whispered about.

Not wrapped in unnecessary stigma.

Imagine walking over to your neighbor’s garden and saying:

“My arthritis has really been acting up lately.”

Instead of lowering their voice, they reply:

“You might want to try a cultivar that’s higher in CBD and beta-caryophyllene. That’s been helping me.”

Or…

“I’ve been sleeping terribly.”

“I’ve had good luck with varieties that contain more CBN in the evening.”

Or…

“My anxiety has been rough lately.”

“Here’s what works for me. Everybody’s body is different, but it’s worth learning what this plant can do.”

That’s how we talk about tomatoes.

About peppers.

About herbs.

Why shouldn’t we be able to openly exchange experiences about another plant?

Imagine doctors being free to discuss cannabis without federal contradictions. Imagine universities researching it without unnecessary barriers. Imagine communities sharing knowledge instead of stigma.

Doctors will always be essential for diagnosing disease and helping people navigate serious medical conditions. But wellness doesn’t only happen inside a clinic. It also happens in gardens, kitchens, neighborhoods, and conversations between people who genuinely want to help one another.

Plants don’t care about politics.

They simply grow.

Maybe it’s time our laws did the same.

The Hole Caboodle

Grow. Heal. Feed.

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07/23/2026

THE MORE YOU GROW: A DRUG TEST DOES NOT ALWAYS MEAN A THC TEST

Here is something many job applicants do not realize:

An employer can still require a pre-employment drug screen while intentionally leaving cannabis off the panel.

I experienced this myself while working for CarMax. There was a drug test, but THC was not one of the substances being screened. They were looking for other drugs, not evidence that someone had consumed cannabis during their personal time.

And apparently CarMax is far from alone.

A survey of nearly 1,000 employers found that 48% either no longer test applicants for cannabis or never tested for it in the first place. Another 12% test only selected positions, generally those involving transportation, public safety, heavy equipment or federal requirements.

Major employers including Amazon and Home Depot have removed ma*****na from most pre-employment screening programs. Other large companies, including Citigroup and AutoNation, have reportedly taken similar steps for many non-safety-sensitive positions.

Now, an important puff of fine print:

“Does not test for THC” does not mean “come to work impaired.”

Employers can still prohibit possession, consumption and impairment during working hours. They may also maintain ma*****na testing for drivers, pilots, security personnel, heavy-equipment operators and other federally regulated or safety-sensitive jobs.

It simply means more employers are beginning to recognize the rather enormous difference between:

Using cannabis responsibly during your private time

and

Being impaired while performing your job.

We already understand this distinction with alcohol. Nobody demands a urine sample to determine whether an accountant had a glass of wine three Saturdays ago. The concern is whether that accountant is capable, responsible and sober while working.

Cannabis employment policy is slowly wandering toward the same patch of common sense.

One more useful fact: the number of panels does not necessarily tell you whether THC is included. A company may order a four-, five-, seven- or ten-panel screen and still customize which drugs are covered.

When arranging a test, applicants may see descriptions such as:

“No THC”
“Non-THC panel”
“Marijuana excluded”
“Without cannabinoids”
“XM”

The clearest question is simply:

“Does this panel include ma*****na metabolites?”

Because sometimes a drug test is still a drug test. Cannabis just is not invited to the laboratory party.

The More You Grow.

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07/22/2026

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07/19/2026

Mangoes + Cannabis… Fact, Fiction, or Fruity Science?

For decades, cannabis enthusiasts have claimed that eating a ripe mango about 30 to 60 minutes before enjoying your favorite flower can make the experience stronger, smoother, or even last a little longer.

The theory is rooted in science.

Mangoes contain β-myrcene, a naturally occurring terpene also found in many cannabis cultivars. Researchers have studied myrcene for its relaxing and pain-relieving properties, but there still isn’t solid human research proving that eating a mango before cannabis reliably boosts your high. The science is intriguing, but the jury is still out.

So, we conducted the highly sophisticated Hole Caboodle Field Study™.

Sample size: One.

I picked up some fresh mangoes, enjoyed them about 45 minutes beforehand, and then spent the morning chasing Durban. I have to admit…it felt like it intensified the experience. Could I tell if it lasted longer? I’m probably the worst person to ask. I’m high often enough that I’m a terrible control group.

Whether it’s the myrcene, the ritual, or simply the joy of eating an incredible mango before a great session, it’s a delicious experiment.

Caboodle’s Morning Pairing

Café du Monde Coffee & Chicory

A perfectly ripe mango

Chasing Durban

That classic New Orleans blend of coffee and chicory, the tropical sweetness of a ripe mango, and chasing Durban make for one heck of a morning ritual. Whether the mango trick is terpene science or cannabis folklore, it’s a great way to start the day.

Have you tried the mango trick? Did it work for you, or do you think it’s one of cannabis culture’s greatest legends?

Let us know your experience in the comments.