Anti-Drug Agency Not Stoked By 'Weeds' Promotion
Flip through the August 24 issue of Rolling Stone to catch a whiff of an ad for the new season of Weeds, Showtimes sitcom about a pot-dealing suburban mom.
The network has inserted scent strips into the magazine that smell just like a Phish concert. However, the U.S. Office of National Drug Policy Control seems to think the sniffing will lead to toking. Says Tom Riley, director of public affairs:
"There are more teens in treatment for marijuana than
for alcohol dependenceis that funny?"
Showtime is also distributing brownies (without herbal improvements) in Los Angeles, Boston and New York to take care of the inevitable munchies. No complaints yet from obesity watchdog groups.
The season premiere of Weeds airs tonight.
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