The Fun Show

Summary of The Fun Show

by idobi Network

52m•January 13, 2026
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Overview of The Fun Show

Hosts Sasha and T.S. (from the Cool Nerd Weed Show universe) record a buoyant, cannabis-forward episode on January 12, 2026. The tone intentionally leans light and irreverent as a relief from heavy current events. The episode mixes culture commentary, industry news, product trends, and event roundups — all with a persistent throughline: cannabis culture, community, and the importance of keeping things human (and fun).

Key topics discussed

  • Opening context: the hosts acknowledge global/political anxieties and frame the episode as a "fun" hour to decompress.
  • Cannabis coping suggestion: playful encouragement to responsibly consume (gummy-tea trend noted — heating gummies for a different onset/experience).
  • German study on cannabis in hip‑hop: overview and key statistics.
  • Colorado cannabis culture: lounges, themed events (Western burlesque, chronic karaoke), and the evolving event landscape in Denver.
  • Robot/AI dispensaries: The Green Stop testing automated/robotic dispensary tech in California (and other test sites), with pros/cons debate.
  • Cannabis drinks coverage: Bon Appétit’s roundup of THC drinks and notable brands (Can, Cantrip, Wink, Wild, Houseplant, Nowadays, Bodega, etc.), plus legal/availability caveats (hemp/CBD regulations).

Main takeaways

  • Mental health + cannabis: the hosts normalize using cannabis as a way to decompress while acknowledging that it’s not a substitute for addressing real-world trauma or loss.
  • Hip‑hop & cannabis are culturally inseparable in the U.S.: a German-funded study found roughly one-third of popular U.S. rap/hip-hop videos depict cannabis use; the genre has repeatedly referenced cannabis across its history (notable stat highlights shared by the hosts).
  • Colorado/Denver remain hubs for cannabis innovation in retail and events: lounge models, themed shows, and cannabis-friendly experiences continue to thrive.
  • Automation in cannabis retail is arriving, but it’s controversial: robot dispensaries and self-serve kiosks may offer speed and novelty, but they risk losing human budtender knowledge, vibe, and accessibility for some customer groups.
  • Cannabis beverages are a growing category: Bon Appétit featured a variety of THC drink brands and formats; availability is affected by local hemp/THC regulation differences.
  • Responsibility reminder: dose carefully (especially with edibles/drinks) and don’t drive.

Notable data & quotes

  • Study highlights (from German-funded research):
    • About one-third of popular U.S. hip‑hop/rap music videos depict marijuana.
    • Hip‑hop as a genre has referenced weed many thousands of times in its history (hosts cited “11,000 mentions” and other keyword counts like “blunt” and “chronic”).
    • Only ~2% of songs in other U.S. genres mention weed (per the study’s summary).
  • Memorable lines:
    • “Are you exhausted? Well, that's because you're living under a fascist regime.” — used jokingly to capture burnout from political climate.
    • “Smoke weed every day” — referenced in relation to Snoop Dogg’s longstanding public persona and brand work.
    • Hosts repeatedly: “We’re having a fun show” — framing device for the episode’s tone.

Pros/cons and editorial stances the hosts emphasized

  • Pros of robot/AI dispensaries:
    • Faster transactions for some customers.
    • Appealing for people who prefer minimal human interaction.
  • Cons:
    • Loss of budtender expertise and human vibe; accessibility issues for older or tech‑averse customers.
    • Potential slowdowns and frustrations similar to self-checkout or other automated systems.
  • Drinks and edibles:
    • Drinks (microdosed or THC) are a rising, tasty alternative to alcohol; they hit differently — dose and onset matter.
    • Regulatory changes (hemp/CBD rules) can affect product availability.

Recommendations / Action items (from hosts)

  • If you want a novel edible experience: try “gummy tea” (warming gummies in hot water or tea) but dose conservatively — drinks/tea affect absorption speed.
  • If in Colorado/Denver: scope out cannabis-friendly events like the Western burlesque nights and weekly lounge programs (e.g., chronic karaoke at Tetra Lounge).
  • If you encounter a robot dispensary: expect novelty — but consider supporting local budtenders for expertise and community vibe.
  • For beverages: look into brands mentioned (Can, Cantrip, Wink, Wild, Bodega, Nowadays, Houseplant, etc.) — availability varies by state and local law.
  • General: consume responsibly, respect dosage and local laws, and prioritize safety (don’t drive while impaired).

Final note

The episode is an attempt to balance real-world anxiety with playfulness: a celebration of 10 years of the hosts’ show identity, affection for cannabis culture, and a reminder that the industry’s human relationships (budtenders, lounges, in-person community) remain core even as tech and product innovation reshape the landscape.