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'Rolling Papers' documentary looks at Denver Post's marijuana beat

Tyler Williams of Blanchester, Ohio selects marijuana strains to purchase at the 3-D Denver Discrete Dispensary on January 1, 2014 in Denver, Colorado.
Tyler Williams of Blanchester, Ohio selects marijuana strains to purchase at the 3-D Denver Discrete Dispensary on January 1, 2014 in Denver, Colorado.
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In cinemas this weekend, a new documentary, "Rolling Papers," follows reporters and editors at "The Denver Post" during the first year of legalization of marijuana in Colorado.  

The film covers the legalization issue, the impetus behind the marijuana reviews, a controversial column on parenting and pot use, plus the future of the journalism business.

Guest:

Ricardo Baca, Marijuana Editor, "The Denver Post;" Editor, The Cannabist - the Post's marijuana news and culture website