Cannabis Reporter

Christine Ricciardi

Tiney Ricciardi joined The Denver Post in 2020 to cover all facets of the Colorado cannabis industry, including marijuana and hemp policy and reform, market trends, and entertainment. Prior to her Rocky Mountain tenure, Tiney worked for The Dallas Morning News where she served as the first beer editor covering the Lone Star State's emerging craft beer landscape. She also worked a stint in the newspaper's marketing division developing audience loyalty and retention strategy.

Tiney's work has been recognized by the Society of Features Journalism and, in 2018, she was honored as Arts and Entertainment Journalist of the Year by The Dallas Morning News. She is co-founder and co-host of Grapes and Grain podcast, and currently pursuing her cicerone and beer judge certifications.

A graduate of Southern Methodist University, Tiney holds degrees in convergence journalism and Spanish language.

One of our reporters never leaves home without her hiking poles.

Why trekking poles are the most underrated piece of outdoor gear

April 9, 2024 at 3:07 p.m.

One of our reporters never leaves home without her hiking poles.

A Colorado company is on a mission to reimagine the country’s campgrounds and it’s starting by building tent- and trailer-friendly accommodations near the state’s national parks.

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This company wants to reinvent American campgrounds

March 8, 2024 at 11:12 a.m.

A Colorado company is on a mission to reimagine the country’s campgrounds and it’s starting by building tent- and trailer-friendly accommodations near the state’s national parks.

“This is exactly what modern influencer marketing is built for."

Business |
Marketing magic: How influencers are helping sell psychedelics to social media masses

March 5, 2024 at 11:40 a.m.

“This is exactly what modern influencer marketing is built for."

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Can cannabis motivate you to exercise more? Study suggests yes

January 12, 2024 at 10:57 a.m.

The results push back against the lazy stoner stereotype.

Microdosing is a practice that involves taking small amounts of psilocybin — usually between .1 and .4 grams — regularly to enhance well-being.

News |
Company developing psilocybin microdosing drug in hopes of FDA approval

January 10, 2024 at 1:39 p.m.

Microdosing is a practice that involves taking small amounts of psilocybin — usually between .1 and .4 grams — regularly to enhance well-being.

Are you planning to buy a pair? Read these hilarious reviews first.

Online reviews of the Crocs cowboys boots are in — and they’re hilarious

October 25, 2023 at 12:34 p.m.

Are you planning to buy a pair? Read these hilarious reviews first.

Want to boot, scoot and boogie without breaking in a new pair of kicks? There’s a Crocs design for that.

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Say “howdy” to Crocs new cowboys boots, on sale soon

October 9, 2023 at 12:21 p.m.

Want to boot, scoot and boogie without breaking in a new pair of kicks? There’s a Crocs design for that.

There's been plenty of pickleball drama in Colorado this year, and looks like there will be more.

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Outdoors |
A pickleball reality show is in the works

September 22, 2023 at 10:10 a.m.

There's been plenty of pickleball drama in Colorado this year, and looks like there will be more.

Head Coach Deion Sanders led the Colorado Buffaloes in highly anticipated home debut

College Sports |
Deion Sanders’ sunglasses notch $1.2 million in sales in first day

September 21, 2023 at 10:36 a.m.

Have you ordered a pair yet? Sko then.

The slogan for the National Black Brewers Association is "bringing culture to the cup."

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Great American Beer Fest spotlights Black brewers in special section this year

September 20, 2023 at 11:21 a.m.

The slogan for the National Black Brewers Association is "bringing culture to the cup."