710 & The Power of Dabs: A Conversation with Queenee
July 10, 2025
To most, 710 might look like a random number — or a cheeky flip of “OIL” upside down. But to the cannabis community, it’s a day of deep appreciation. A day to celebrate concentrates, culture, and the transformative power of the dab.
We sat down with Queenee for a special 710 interview to talk torch temperatures, conscious consumption, and how one powerful puff helped her reclaim her voice, her joy, and her place in the industry.
For Bronx-born cannamom, educator, and healer Queenee, 710 isn’t just about potency — it’s about purpose. Diagnosed with stage 4 endometriosis and fibromyalgia, Queenee turned to concentrates as a last resort — and found liberation. What began as a method of pain management has since become a platform for advocacy, healing, and radical visibility. Through her work with House of Queenee, she’s shifting the narrative around dabbing — especially for women, caregivers, and those too often left out of the cannabis conversation.
710 has become such a meaningful date in the cannabis world. What does this holiday personally represent for you?
710 — also known as the Day of the Oil — is more than just a stoner holiday to me. It’s a celebration of the power and precision behind cannabis concentrates. As a sales rep for a concentrate brand, I see firsthand how misunderstood this form of consumption still is. That’s why 710 is so important — it gives us a platform to flip the script, educate our community, and destigmatize the narrative around dabbing. Concentrates aren’t just about potency — they’re about purity, terpene preservation, and tailored relief. Whether someone is seeking fast-acting pain management, a clean high, or simply a deeper connection to the plant, concentrates offer that. My mission is to make sure people know that — and feel empowered, not intimidated, by the torch, the temp, and the terps.
What was your first experience with dabbing — and how did it shift your relationship with cannabis and your body?
My first dab? Whew, I’ll never forget it. I was dealing with debilitating pain, taking over 16 different prescriptions just to make it through the day. But that first high-temp, choke until I couldn't breathe, no education dab hit different. It wasn’t just a high — it was relief. It unlocked a new relationship with cannabis — one rooted in full endicannabinoid stimulation, curiosity and an intention to heal. Dabbing gave me my body back. It made me realize that healing doesn’t have to come with side effects and shame. It can come with intention and fire.
How has cannabis helped you reclaim your voice, your identity, and your sense of self?
Cannabis reminded me I was still in there — under the pain, the people-pleasing, the survival mode. When I began consuming consciously, especially with concentrates, I got clearer. My thoughts, my boundaries, my dreams — they started surfacing again. I stopped shrinking myself to fit in. Cannabis helped me stop whispering and start speaking — not just as Queenee the educator, but as Melodie the woman, mother, and creative force.
What do you wish more people understood about dabbing as a method of consumption?
That it’s not just for the “stoners” or the seasoned. Dabbing, especially at low temps, is one of the most efficient, cleanest, and most customizable ways to consume. You’re not burning plant matter — you’re vaporizing medicine. When done right, it can be a powerful tool for chronic pain, mental health, and mindful use. But like anything, it’s about intention. The ritual. The respect.
You’ve described House of Queenee as being born from pain turned into purpose. Can you share the journey that led you here?
House of Queenee was born out of survival — out of the kind of pain that shakes your soul and forces you to choose: stay quiet or speak up. I chose to speak. After dealing with stage 4 endometriosis, fibromyalgia, and a traumatic experience where child protective services were called on me for using medical cannabis, I realized I couldn’t just sit back and be silent. I needed to advocate — not just for myself, but for every woman who’s ever felt unseen, unheard, or judged for how they choose to heal. House of Queenee is my reclaiming — a space where education, empowerment, and healing collide.
You’ve become known for creating safe, empowering dab bars at events. What makes those spaces so powerful?
It’s more than just taking dabs — it’s about feeling seen while doing it. My dab bars are built with love, safety, and education at the center. Whether it’s someone’s first time or their hundredth, they know they’re in a space where they won’t be judged. We go slow. We explain everything. We laugh. We check in. And for a lot of people, it’s the first time they feel like they belong in this industry — not as outsiders, but as worthy consumers and healers.
How do you approach educating first-time dabbers — especially those who might feel intimidated?
I meet them where they’re at. I break it all down with no ego, no pressure. I let them ask questions, hold the tools, smell the terps. I explain temp, texture, and timing in a way that feels like we’re just vibing — not like a class. And I always remind them: you’re in control. You don’t have to finish the dab. You don’t have to prove anything. It’s not about being “tough” — it’s about feeling good.
As a Bronx-born Latina, how has your background shaped your approach to cannabis, advocacy, and community-building?
I come from a place where hustle, heart, and healing aren’t separate — they’re intertwined. Growing up in the Bronx taught me resilience. It taught me to use my voice, even when I was scared. And as a Latina, I’ve seen how our communities are criminalized for the same plant others profit off. That’s why my advocacy is personal. I’m here to rewrite the narrative. To show our people — especially our women — that we deserve access, representation, and respect in this space.
You’re helping to de-stigmatize chronic illness and plant-based healing. What has surprised you most in doing this work?
How many people have been silently suffering, afraid to speak up. Once I started sharing my story, the DMs started flooding in. Women with endo. Moms afraid of CPS. People feeling gaslit by doctors. The most surprising thing is how universal this pain is — and how deeply we crave spaces where we can be vulnerable and validated. That’s what pushes me to keep going, even on the hard days.
What’s your vision for House of Queenee in the next few years?
I want House of Queenee to be a sanctuary — a hub for education, events, and healing rooted in authenticity. More blog posts, more guides, more virtual and in-person activations. A podcast network. A learning platform. A dispensary tour series. And eventually, a space of our own where women can come learn, heal, and feel held. Because this isn’t just a brand — it’s a movement.
What’s the most powerful thing cannabis has taught you?
To slow down. To listen to my body. To trust myself. It taught me that healing isn’t linear, and that rest is sacred. It also reminded me that joy is part of the medicine — not a reward, but a right.
What is your favorite terpene and why?
Limonene — hands down. That citrusy, clean burst just lifts me. It helps with my anxiety, gives me a little pep, and always makes me feel like I just opened a window in my brain. Plus, it pairs beautifully with my morning rituals and helps me stay focused when I’m building content or dreaming up something wild.
