Do you like cats, sci-fi, and weed? Well, if you answered yes to all three, then I have something special for you. “Cat Planet” is a new web series centered around three middle class, liberal arts-educated potheads who suddenly find themselves in the midst of a comedic yet grave cat-astrophe. Madeleine, Thomas, and Nanette discover that cats are talking, competent, sometimes evil aliens—and the fate of humanity is suddenly in their hands. The ridiculous portrayal of cats as human personalities, the eclectic Brooklyn… Read more

After wanting a cape pen for some time, (not one of those obnoxiously large ones that make you look like a smoke stack), I was gifted the Dopen as well as a new sense of smoking freedom.I work as a messenger, so I get the privilege to ride my bike around all day while also getting to eat, shop, nap, and smoke in my downtime. But it’s not enough. I needed more! Sometimes I just want to sit in the park and spark one up and read a book until my next run, but the smell (and the fear of being arrested) make me somewhat… Read more

Today's the day. Blaze away with help from this dank shop. They have all the smokin' accessories you'll need for 420 fun. Order their products on Etsy at A Shop Of Things or browse in person at the BUST Craftacular this weekend. A Shop Of Things will be at Booth 46. Come by for even more ceramics, cross-stitches, pins, magnets, and purses. Pizza One-hitter, $10.00 Get your munchies on with this adorable, handmade ceramic one-hit wonder. Pack of Four Pins, $10.00 Shake up your flare game with this tasty pack of four… Read more

This 4/20, we’re excited to bring you a recipe for “cannabutter” — cannabis-infused butter — courtesy Oregon-based edibles company Undead Edibles. The most important recipe for UnDead Edibles is our Cannabutter. Cannabutter is incredibly versatile; you would use Cannabutter in place of regular butter for any recipe. You could even use it as is, which is a plus for those of us who might not be culinary inclined. Simply slap it on your toast in the AM or slather it on your steak at night; the uses are endless. It does… Read more

The burgeoning legal cannabis industry, like so many others, can feel much like a man’s world. While most studies show consumption rates to be close to equal between the genders, “booth babe” stereotypes still persist when we think about women in cannabis. Additionally, in many cities, dispensaries are forced to locate themselves in less desirable, higher-crime neighborhoods that can be unfriendly or unsafe for female shoppers. But as medicinal marijuana proves itself to be effective in treating many ailments that only… Read more

Happy 4/20 to all you hophead hotties! As a lady stoner, I am always seeking representation in TV and movies. There may not be a vast array of women who love weed, but there have been some high-quality female potheads popping up in media throughout the years. Here are 12 fictional stoner chicks we wish we could light up with: Ilana and Abbi — Broad CityThe most obvious and boisterous ganja girls of today are Ilana and Abbi from Broad City. Those babes toke up with abandon in an NYC where it always seems to be summer.… Read more

As cannabis becomes increasingly legal in the U.S., our options for consuming become more varied, and much more fun and interesting. Besides the multitude of high-quality, lab-tested strains available at dispensaries, enterprising small businesses are now producing creative cannabis-laced tinctures, topical creams, and edibles that go way beyond the traditional pot brownie. To support the new market, San Francisco-based entrepreneur Andrea Brooks created the new virtual marketplace, Sava, which launched in February of… Read more

If you like smoking weed and you like having sex, there’s a good chance you also like having sex while stoned. After all, it heightens sensation, makes you focus, and gives you that underwater-y, I’m-in-a-D’Angelo-video feeling. That’s why Foria—the new lube containing active cannabis oil—seemed like the knocking-boots equivalent of winning The Price Is Right’s showcase showdown. I got a five-milliliter spray bottle, which is supposed to contain five doses and costs $24, and read the online instructions carefully,… Read more

Ready to roll up and rock out? A special 420 playlist for BUSTies who burn has been born. Curating classics like "I Love You Mary Jane" by Sonic Youth and Cypress Hill and catchy riffs from rookie Courtney Barnett's "Lance Jr.," this is designed to puff and pass to. Themes include marijuana, blazing, and being a bad bitch. Luxuriate, relax, and vibe to these hazy toking tunes. Image from Instagram More from BUST Ilana Glazer's New Mini-Series Is Lit 9 Weed Accessories To Celebrate 420 BUST Puts Six Vapes To The Test Read more

Do you ever think about nuns smoking weed? Well, me neither. That is, until I stumbled upon the "Sisters of the Valley" photo series. Sister Kate and Sister Darcy are self-ordained nuns who grow cannabis and make CBD products for medicinal use. They are not affiliated with any church but consider themselves very spiritual women. They wear habits, create cannabis products by the cycles of the moon, and perform spiritual ceremonies in conjunction with their work. The sisters were photographed by Shaughn and John, a… Read more

Happy 4/20 BUSTies! Even if you don’t celebrate the holidaze, comedy is universal. The Time Traveling Bong, a three-part mini-series premiering tonight on Comedy Central, stars Broad City’s Ilana Glazer and Paul Downs as Sharee and Jeff. As you can imagine, the story is built around a bong that has super metaphysical properties that make time travel possible after blazing. So basically they both get really stoned and are transported through the space-time continuum. Conflict arises as the bong shatters, warping the… Read more

Touted as a healthier way to smoke weed, vaporizing doesn’t release lung-irritating carcinogens, but it still gets you stoned to the bone. Vaporizers can be used with dry marijuana, weed wax (called dabs), and/or cannabis oil. Plus, vaping saves money because it burns pot slower than smoking. We hit some of the top models on the market to give you the low on getting high. Claw Money Original MicroG ($69.95 from gpen.com)Weed Type: Wax Pros: Beautiful design, including a keychain with gold dabber; decorative carrying… Read more

Celebrate 4/20 with these sticky-icky-inspired goods! MAGIC MUSHROOM Remove the caps from this ceramic water pipe to reveal a bong just waiting to be ripped (Magic Mushroom Stealth Pipe, $54.75, grasscity.com) FELINE FINE Toke, toke, toke—everyone loves a cat joke. Give ’em the giggles in this high-larious tee. (Smoke Meowt T-Shirt, $15, eattshirtsandstuff.etsy.com) MARY JANE GIRLS Rock the ’dro down to your toes with these all-over ganja-print socks. (Sweet Reef Ankle Socks, $6, nastygal.com) GET LIT Add some class to… Read more

Where my leatherheads at? I'm not talking football. A good leather bag never goes out of style and can fit your brand no matter what look you're going for. For fine leather goods you can find in our neck of the woods, come to Craftacular where you can cure your leather longing. Bass Bag by Under Hill Leather Leather & Mola - Small Crossbody Pouch - Red/Bird Pattern by El Dorado Gift Shop Santa Fe Shoulder Bag by Jordyn Jacobs Moroccan Passport Case by Jordyn Jacobs Saddle Pack & Blanket Roll by thelocalbranch.co… Read more

In country where anti-sex legislation is being passed in the South, presidential hopefuls are wanting to punish women who have abortions and workplace sexual assault is being ignored, defining feminism has never seemed so crucial. In a creative photo series, Wildfang — a tomboy-styled clothing brand — reached out to a group of people of different ages, races, genders, occupations, political affiliations (even Republicans) and religious convictions, all of whom self-identify as feminists, to ask them what feminism is… Read more

For decades, doctors have been advising new parents that “breast is best” when it comes to feeding newborns. But for a variety of reasons, not everyone is able to supply their child with nutrition from their own body. In the past, these families would have resorted to formula. But now a pioneering program in Philadelphia is offering an innovative new option geared toward helping sick infants who would most benefit from breast milk. Last year, The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) opened the Mothers’ Milk Bank.… Read more

Girls Rock Camp Foundation currently serves as the umbrella organization overseeing over 45 rock camps that teach girls music, collaboration, and leadership across the United States. GRCF will host the annual Girls To The Front benefit on April 29th at the Chateau Marmont in Los Angeles. Tickets are available for purchase on GRCF’s website. The benefit, hosted by Rachel Bloom, will feature a special performance by Haim. Other special guests include: Kristen Bell, Margaret Cho, Marianne Faithfull, Kathryn Hahn, Kathleen… Read more

Adrianne Wortzel is a contemporary artist who has created, “Ex Situ: Colony Relocation For Electronic Detritus,” a photo series showcasing the marriage between forgotten technology and nature. “Exciting advancements in new technologies leave behind a trail of detritus that becomes pervasive and detrimental junk. The accelerating pace of invention brings an accelerated pace of obsolescence. Wherever we venture we leave trace of testimonies of both our ingenuity and our disingenuousness as to consequence.” –Adrianne… Read more

Want to know what’s terrible? Rape jokes. Want to know what’s worse? Making a joke about raping the victim/survivor of a horrific gang rape. The leading candidate for president in the Philippines, Rodrigo “Digong” Duterte, recently sparked controversy for statements made about an incident occurring at the Davao City Jail while he was mayor.Brace yourself, because what happened was extremely violent and horrific. According to a report by the Chicago Tribune, inmates overtook guards and their weapons to took 15 church… Read more

I've been chalking my hair with sidewalk chalk and water since I was 13 years old. I refuse to accept the hair I was born with! If you're like me, you've known you were destined for hair greatness since you first saw Jewel Staite as Catalina on Space Cases (OMG, SNICK). Just when I think I've seen the most extreme hair my eyeballs can handle, there's a new trend that goes above and beyond my wildest dreams! Below are 9 of the wildest, dreamist, most lust-worthy hair trends popping up in my Instagram feed lately: 1.… Read more

My son is four. When he was two, he went through a phase of wearing pink pants to day care for about two weeks.About four weeks before preschool ended for summer this year, he started wearing skirts, dresses, and flowery shirts to school most days. I felt a little awkward about it for the first couple of days, but I didn’t have any good reason to stop it, and frankly, I had several good reasons to support it.For one thing, it made the miserable drudgery of convincing him to get dressed for school bearable as summer… Read more

Remember that bizarrely empowering video in which Ilana Glazer told you how amazing you are while she was totally naked in a white room? She is the poster-child for positive self-image and any Broad City fan can tell you that her character exudes confidence in the most pure, unobnoxious way—she knows she is amazing and wants everyone around her to feel the same about themselves. But it was difficult for even the Kween of self-confidence to say “I love ya bitch” to her own curls as a kid. Growing up in what she… Read more

The club goes up on a Tuesday. There’s taco Tuesday (it’s a thing, look it up). And yes, we vote on a Tuesday. Why the hell do we vote on a Tuesday though? And why aren’t important days, like days that could cause complete political revolutions like voting in the primaries, made a national holiday? Brace yourself, because this may surprise you, but the reason is because voting and democracy in America was designed to serve rich white men. Shocking, I know.Congress decided Tuesday worked best for all the men who could… Read more

"A fast horse and a soaring eagle are the wings of a nomad." — Kazakh proverb Falconry, training raptors to hunt for game, is particularly suited to vast grasslands, especially in combination with horses and dogs. The earliest images of falconry appear in Assyrian and Hittite reliefs of the 9th and 8th centuries BC. Classical Greek and Roman authors Ctesias, Aristotle, Pliny, and Aelian described falconry, and in about AD 1270 Marco Polo detailed how the nomads of Central Asia hunted on horseback with small falcons,… Read more

Java and alcohol have long been boozy bedfellows—hello Irish coffee!—but these days the combo is getting a totally new treatment. Like a grown-up version of Red Bull and vodka, it’s a pairing that serves up both kinds of buzz. Plus it tastes incredible! These three recipes—one hot and two cold—will let you espresso your inner mixologist.RISE AND SHINEAll the best brunch beverages in one bright, smoky, delicious drink (pictured above, left). 2 oz. mezcal 1 oz. Maraschino liqueur (like Luxardo) 1 oz. orange juice 1 oz.… Read more

For all the ladies out there who are totally OVER the tampon tax (AKA everyone), here’s a story for you. It's unfortunate, but there’s actually a long history of women being taxed for simply being biologically female— something that is beyond our control. One such outrageous tax comes from The Kingdom of Travancore, which was a kingdom in India ruled by the Travancore Royal Family until 1949. And in this kingdom there a "breast tax," which was called Mulakkaram. The tax was paid by Dalit women (women from the… Read more

Spring is here! While the flowers bloom and the sun shines, maybe you’ve considered adding a few pieces to your closet. What could be more ethical and in the spirit of rebirth than buying from small shops that specialize in refurbished clothing and accessories? Stand out from a crowd and sift and thrift through these one-of-a-kind shops. You can visit these stores in person at BUST’s Craftacular on April 23rd in Brooklyn, NY! 1. House of CorreiaUmmm hello. Reclaimed vintage pieces? Highly decorated sunnies born from… Read more

John Kasich, totally memorable Republican presidential candidate and Ohio governor, recently spoke words that really resonated with me as a queer person. Kasich appeared on CNN’s State of the Union in a completely reasonable discourse followed regarding anti-LGBTQIA laws. When asked, "Is there something you would do to stop states from passing [anti-LGBTQIA] laws?” Kasich eloquently responded, “No, I wouldn’t. I haven’t even been asked that or thought about it.” His thoughtful, considerate remarks progressed, “If you… Read more

Don't get us started on puppies. Seriously, JUST DON'T. Hours of our valuable time have been wasted, debating which dogs are the cutest Instagram celebrities... so, in the interest of fairness, we decided to compile a master list of the dogs we here at BUST consider our Instagram #baes! Trust me, it was no small feat to bring all of our favorite dogs into one list, but we did it! Prepare your eyeballs, they're about to gorge on 20 of the CUTEST PUPPIES they've EVER SEEN! 1. Toast — @toastmeetsworld Why we love her:… Read more

There’s no doubt that Diego Rivera was a talented and important muralist, but can we just get real and admit that Frida Kahlo (his wife) is way more famous nowadays. She’s known for her haunting self-portraits that depict the extreme pain she suffered from most of her life as a result of a bus accident she was involved in at age 18. Kahlo's legacy goes way beyond her art. She’s now known as a political activist, a feminist icon, and I would argue that her eyebrows alone are more iconic than any painting of Rivera’s… Read more

Sally Nixon is an illustrator who creates fantastic little drawings of the modern female. Her illustrations are honest and endearing while representing real women in everyday life. Vivid colors, contrasting patterns and realistic settings create a unique experience for her audience. As I sort through her work, certain thoughts come to mind such as, “Hey, that looks like me” and “That’s exactly what I did all day yesterday” concluding with, “Wow, that picture embodies my whole existence.” Basically, Nixon draws pictures… Read more

The witch is making a comeback. From this year's spellbinding thriller film The Witch, to the explosion of #WitchesofInstagram, it's clear: Feminism and witchcraft are combining in awesome ways. And it makes sense — a strong, magical version of female power? That's a pretty great feminist statement. It's also endlessly fun to embrace a magical way of life. And there are so many ways to connect to this wild woman archetype. Below, find seven easy ways to tap into your inner witch, and feel your power flow. 1. Get your… Read more

It feels like we have been waiting our whole lives for season 4 of Inside Amy Schumer, but on April 21 all of our wettest sorry, wildest dreams will finally come true. This new teaser for season 4 has got us hyped beyond belief. And in case you were worried, there will be no shortage of vagina jokes and sexy (?) dancing, gynecological visits and literal gun shows. Appearances by Amber Tamblyn, Rachel Dratch, and a bunch of your other fave female fames really puts the icing on this awkwardly erotic cake. But this show… Read more

In a BUST Exclusive, Margaret Cho shared with us the artwork for her new album, American Myth. Now, because we love you, we're sharing it with all of you! Previously, we shared an exclusive peek at the track list for American Myth, Cho's debut effort as a composer. From what we've already seen (and heard), this album promises to be a perky romp through some pretty heavy topics. Cho says, "It is my glamorous and glittering tribute to family, comedy, anger, fame, gayness, grief, fat pride, love and hate." With upbeat… Read more

It’s October of 1991. Can you walk or talk? Has your mother given birth to you yet? For those who do not know who Anita Hill is — aside from the woman Kerry Washington is playing in Confirmation — she left a legacy that gave women a voice in the workplace. Her testimony against Clarence Thomas gave women the courage to come forward with their experiences of sexual harassment, and as a result, the number of sexual harassment cases almost doubled within just two years. This is why Anita Hill’s testimony still matters: 1.… Read more

You know when you want to show off your ferocity without even needing to open your mouth? Yeah, that's how I feel all the time. If you're like me, you'll go crazy for these fierce-as-f**k, totally one-of-a-kind earrings. They’re fun, feminist, and ferocious, just like you. Adorn yourself, girl! And if you can't wait to get your hands on these, come to the BUST Craftacular on April 23rd in Brooklyn, where all of these vendors will be selling their gorgeous wares! 1. Deep Vertical Pin Earrings by By Boe These earrings… Read more

Image via HBO's Sex at the City Q: I am a 30-year-old woman who can’t easily have an orgasm with only vaginal penetration. I have to have penetration and clitoral stimulation at the same time to orgasm. This often leads to me stimulating my clit while my partner penetrates me. My partner has become a little frustrated, because he wants to make me orgasm just vaginally. I think it’s more common than people think for a woman to not be able to orgasm only vaginally, but I’ve had a difficult time finding information on it.… Read more

Oh hot damn, this is our jam. Brooklyn-based artist Stickymonger has a new exhibit opening at the Superchief Gallery at Tender Trap in Greenpoint and it looks stick... errr, sick. "With an obsession to convert spaced into imaginary worlds that emerge as giant mural installations, Stickymonger's murals are composed of black "stickers," meticulously cut from giant sheets of vinyl and installed piece by piece by the artist creating images that melt and flow together. Her subjects are visceral: darkness, prejudice and… Read more

Pippi Longstocking, with her legendary freckles, would definitely approve of this new trend. You may see spots popping up in your Instagram feed soon, because RAINBOW FRECKLES are officially a thing! It's kind of like a permanent bokeh for your cheeks...or maybe it's the "I just sprinted through a confetti cannon" look? Rainbow freckles can be glitter, or neon, or monochromatic. They can go all the way up your forehead, down to your chin, or just hang out around your eyes. Y'see, rainbow freckles are flexible that way!… Read more

The war on women continues. Following the prosecution of a 21 year-old woman who miscarried, Northern Ireland is holding onto a 155 year-old anti-abortion law that targets working class women. Many women in Northern Ireland can’t afford to travel where abortion is legal and, as a result, induce their own miscarriages by purchasing abortion pills over the Internet. Women who seek hospital care for miscarriages may be questioned about whether or not they have taken abortion pills, and may face prosecution. Awesome! At… Read more

An affinity for crazy-long nails brought these New Jersey women together. But their salon’s sisterhood is what keeps them coming back. Maria Ortiz exclaims, and at once, she and the dozen or so women around her hold their hands up and smile for the cameras. It’s a Sunday afternoon in Newark, NJ, and a group of friends have gathered in a tiny salon that smells of both chemicals and catered Spanish food. In a flurry of flash photography, the friends pose, showing off what they all have in common: their brightly painted… Read more

In honor of Emma Watson's birthday, we present 12 reasons why we love the brightest witch and feminist of her age. 1. She's determined to beat the boys 2. She'll take herself out of her comfort zone if it means she can promote feminism. 3. She's an overachiever. 4. Girl made smart decisions from day one. 5. She graduated from Brown. 6. But like.... actually went to class, and could be found studying on campus. 7. She still gets starstruck by Gloria Steinem. 8. She killed it at the UN conference and days later received… Read more

It's no secret that Black Girl Magic has been taking over the podcast world. Fan favorites like BuzzFeed’s Another Round, Girl on Guy with Aisha Tyler, Be Honest with Cari Champion, Black Girls Talking, and the new kids on the block, Jessica Williams and Phoebe Robinson, hit number one on iTunes following the premiere of 2 Dope Queens. But there are plenty of other melanin to podcast heaven shows that you should be getting in formation to subscribe to. I’m here to put you on to some great shows you may have been… Read more

“Give me another baby, and I’ll let you cheat on me.”Well, crap, when you put it that way, it sounds like a soap opera plot. But according to the New York Post, many couples are pushing the boundaries of the contract of marriage in just this way. While open relationships are nothing new, the Post examines a few unusual examples of "infidelity clauses," or, as they put it, women who "let their husbands cheat." Relationship coach Suzie Johnson recently counseled a couple through the very decision above, and says, “They… Read more

“I’m sorry I don’t know more about you!” Ellie Kemper says, baring her perfect teeth in a broad smile as we wrap up our lunch at Little Dom’s, an Italian place near her part-time home in Los Angeles. “That’ll be next time.” But after talking for nearly two hours over bread, salad, and piping hot arancini, she does know about me, because she asked—about where I live, my family, my dog, how I got into writing, how I started at BUST, even what TV shows I like. Listening to the recording of our chat, I’m hard-pressed at… Read more

It wasn’t until Tina Mabry saw Kimberly Peirce’s Boys Don’t Cry and Gina Prince-Bythewood’s Love & Basketball that she decided she had to pursue a career in film.Mabry was born in Tupelo, Mississippi and attended the University of Mississippi for college. After completing her bachelor’s, she moved to Los Angeles and received her MFA in Cinema and TV from the University of Southern California.During her final year at USC, she directed her first short film, Brooklyn’s Bridge to Jordan. “This was the first time I had to… Read more

I love sex. Like most human beings, I enjoy sex and often think about sex and look forward to having sex with a consenting partner. I’m a sexual being and expressing my sexuality is fun and enjoyable. I feel safe professing my admiration for all things sex, because I live in Seattle, and we’re pretty liberal around here and honestly, people in Seattle just like to have a lot of good sex.It would be different, though, if I lived in Washington, D.C.It turns out that, according to a blog I stumbled upon about advertising… Read more

Texting may be the most common form of communication, but handwritten cards have not lost their place. In fact, stationery is becoming increasingly modern and very chic. Who doesn’t love hand drawn illustration of crowns, cities and mermaids? Ditch the mainstream cards at the drug store and pick up a whimsical, and perhaps custom card for your besties from these vendors at the BUST Craftacular Spring! April 23rd in Brooklyn! Woven Ink Image via woveninkstationery.com “Stationery for the modern girl”Stephanie and Kyera… Read more

Stand-up comedy is often viewed as a genre dominated by men, and it shouldn’t be. While many think of stand-up, specifically as a boys club, these talented, hilarious women are carving out a space for the rest of us. Get ready to laugh your tampons out. 1. Marina Franklin Image via twitter.com/marinafranklin I’m amazed that many people still have not heard of Marina Franklin. How is this possible? Marina Franklin is one of the most popular comedians in the comedy scene. She often makes fun of the origin of her name and… Read more

“Looking into the origins of western feminism, in every case the women who were ‘stirring up the hornets’ nest’ were considered a bit odd. In a short amount of time, a very small group of ‘men hating’ women skewed the minds of content and happy women everywhere and made them think that they were being treated ‘unfairly.’” This is a real sentence written by a real student at a New England university. I was this student’s freshmen composition teacher. The student who wrote this sentence is female.It was the first of many… Read more