Patrick Maravelias

Patrick Maravelias is a freelance writer for HIGH TIMES since May 2023, having contributed around 100 articles, including features for the WEIRDOS series personally chosen by VP of Content Jon Cappetta. Notable works include stories on a veteran's legal issues regarding DMT, a legal loophole for novel drugs, personal experiences on marijuana farms, DIY mushroom growing guides, and product reviews. Previously, Patrick served as Quality Control/Marketing Coordinator at Ember Valley, where responsibilities included strain description writing and communication between cultivation and marketing teams. Patrick also gained experience as a journalist for Sinclair Inc., writing for two sister TV news stations. Patrick holds a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from Humboldt State University.