Janessa Bailey

Janessa Bailey was born and raised in the Midwest and serves as Leafly's culture editor. She enjoys exploring the many ways that weed can tie into everyday life and rarely turns down an edible.

Janessa is the creator of Lumen and Seeds of Change.

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9 dank Prime Day 2022 deals you don’t want to miss

Janessa Bailey – July 13, 2022

Amazon Prime Day 2022 is here and Leafly gathered up some of the best deals on lifestyle accessories for cannabis enthusiasts. Read more

Strain-ger Things: 11 weed strains like Purple Palm Tree Delight

Janessa Bailey – July 7, 2022

Searching for Purple Palm Tree Delight? Leafly has 11 strains for you to try that can get you as stoned as Argyle in Stranger Things. Read more

Illinois judge gives 185 social equity cannabis stores the go-ahead, finally

Janessa Bailey – June 1, 2022

An Illinois judge released 185 social equity cannabis retail licenses. Find out what it means for Illinois cannabis consumers on Leafly. Read more

4 mental health tips for weed lovers

Janessa Bailey – May 3, 2022

Need a little TLC for your mental health? Here are four mental health tips for weed lovers to help you through the ups and downs. Read more

Hands-on: New Michigan strain Allen ‘Iverson ’01’ from Viola reviewed

Janessa Bailey – April 12, 2022

The Iverson '01 has some sweet moves and even sweeter strain characteristics. Read more

How to decriminalize weed without the federal government

Janessa Bailey – April 11, 2022

Will the MORE Act pass the Senate? We don't know, but it shouldn't stop us from decriminalizing cannabis in our states and local communities. Read more

WNBA star Brittney Griner detained in Russia over cannabis oil

Janessa Bailey – March 6, 2022

Customs officials have had Griner in custody since February, and she could face up to 10 years according to Russian law. Read more

“Entrenched in purpose: ” Founders of Viola and Gold Standard Farms live out their Black family legacies in the cannabis industry

Janessa Bailey – February 25, 2022

Explore what it means for Al Harrington and Jarrel Howard to build on the idea of Black family in the cannabis industry. Read more

7 last-minute weed gift ideas for the holidays

Janessa Bailey – December 14, 2021

Looking for a last minute weed gift? Leafly has your back with gifts for the special stoner in your life, even if you're a little late. Read more

Shaleen Title speaks on confidence, the drug policy movement, and her journey in the cannabis industry

Janessa Bailey – December 9, 2021

Shaleen Title's drug policy activism and dedication to cannabis justice grew from the student level to the state level to the national stage. Read more

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