Labor Day Lessons: Workplace Equality and Workers’ Rights in America
The first Labor Day was celebrated in New York City in 1882. Back then, workers could work twelve hours a day, seven days a week. Young children worked in harsh factory conditions. Equipment was dangerous, and it wasn’t uncommon to be maimed or even killed on the job.
Rise and Dab: The Story of 710 and How to Celebrate
As a holiday still in its infancy, people are creating their own 710 traditions all the time. Whether you’re a daily dabber or a first-timer, here are some ideas for how you could celebrate.
How To Celebrate Star Wars Day With a Toke
Whether you're a die-hard Star Wars fan or just someone who appreciates a good pun, May the 4th is a day worth celebrating, and many choose to enhance that celebration with cannabis.
The History and Legacy of 4/20
Legend has it that in 1971, a group of high school students in San Rafael, California, known as the "Waldos," would meet at 4:20 pm every day to smoke weed. They used "420" as a code to refer to their smoking sessions. As a result, the term "4/20" spread throughout California and eventually across the country.
Brian "Box" Brown and the Message of Rebranding Reefer Madness
Explaining why he thinks cannabis should remain illegal, he says, “The police dog discussion and all that and retraining…what’s it going to cost our local law enforcement agencies who’ve…spent thousands and thousands of dollars on these dogs to get these dogs drug trained and now they’re going to have to be retired. That’s a big issue.”
An Old School Renegade With GRAV & Club E
It celebrated everything that makes Austin excellent, from the music to the people to the rebellious spirit that's always been a part of the city's DNA.
Bongs vs. Bubbler Pipes: What's the difference?
Both bongs and bubbler pipes use water to filter smoke, but the way that filtration works can be different. Bongs tend to have more water and larger chambers, which can result in a more thorough filtration. Bubbler pipes, on the other hand, have smaller water chambers and may need to filter the smoke more effectively.
Cannabis and SXSW 2023
As SXSW 2023 approaches, it's clear that cannabis-related events are becoming an increasingly important part of the festival. With decriminalization in Austin and a growing acceptance of cannabis in mainstream culture, attendees have more opportunities than ever to explore the world of cannabis at SXSW.
What to Expect From GRAV in 2023
We've got some exciting new pipe redesigns, dab rigs, and bongs to look forward to in 2023. We're always searching for innovative ways to bring our customers the best pipes and cannabis smoking accessories.
The Flower is Female: Art by Savina Monet Pushes Back on Censorship
Sometimes we commission art at GRAV® because we like to work with artists who make dope shit. And other times, we commission art because we like to work with artists who make dope shit and because we want to make a statement. The newest release in our Artist Series is definitely the latter.
Rebranding Reefer Madness: Resisting Modern Cannabis Propaganda
People that embrace cannabis propaganda exist in one of two categories. They either believe in lies about the effects of cannabis, or they don't believe in the lies but push them for their benefit.
The True History of Reefer Madness
Actual Reefer Madness is the mind-boggling idea of using cannabis propaganda and other lies to try and mislead the public. True Reefer Madness is not admitting that cannabis can be a force of good, a source of joy, and a tool for wellness.
