Humboldt

In Humboldt, journalist Emily Brady delves into the secretive world of Humboldt County, a Northern California community that has thrived on marijuana cultivation for nearly four decades. Through her immersive experience living among its eccentric residents, she unearths the complexities of a society built on cash transactions and hidden savings, where the impending legalization of marijuana has sparked deep divisions about its future. As the town grapples with its identity and the consequences of a changing landscape, Brady reveals a captivating narrative of a unique subculture at a pivotal crossroads.