In this episode, we take a journey through time to explore the fascinating and complex history of cannabis. From its use in ancient civilizations for medicinal and spiritual purposes, to its criminalization in the 20th century and subsequent resurgence as a legal and widely-used substance, cannabis has a rich and varied past. Join us as we examine the cultural, social, and political factors that have shaped the history of cannabis. Whether you are a long-time cannabis enthusiast or simply curiou...
May 05, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 283
In this week's episode, we had the honor of speaking with the renowned Dr. Peter Grinspoon about his new book, 'Seeing Through the Smoke.' As a medical doctor with a deep interest in cannabis medicine and addiction, Dr. Grinspoon has dedicated his career to bridging the gap between the medical community and the benefits of cannabis. During our conversation, we delved into the stigma surrounding cannabis medicine, the current legal landscape, and ways we can empower health professionals to learn ...
May 03, 2023•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 282
In This Weeks Cannabis News and Events we Cover the Following Stories | Listener Sent in :Minnesota Senate votes 34-33 to legalize recreational cannabis | Monkey: Minnesota Republican's Wild '3 Joints' Claim Gets Twitter Users High Off Laughter | Macky: Singapore hangs man for trafficking 1kg of cannabis | Bubble: Man accused of dealing cannabis for cryptocurrency on the dark web granted bail | Marge: Ben & Jerry's co-founder starts nonprofit cannabis company | TG: UBC researcher identifies ...
May 01, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 281
This episode is a little different from our usual grow guides episodes. This week we have a laid back discussion about how we think AI will change the cannabis industry. We also cover some great listener mail questions such as, how to find a cannabis club when visiting Spain and Barcelona. We also discuss what we think is the best microscope to use when checking trichomes on cannabis plants near harvest. I hope you enjoy this episode and don't forget, you can get involved in the discussion over ...
Apr 28, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 280
This is the first time Mitch and Tim have been on any podcast and it was a huge privilege to have them on the show. They are the founders of Mephisto Genetics, a company that makes world class auto flowering cannabis plant seeds! Mitch and Tim are from the UK, but left because of the restrictive cannabis laws. They moved to Barcelona to set up their own seed company and have done amazing work over the last ten years. Hear all about their story in this interview. Roll a fat one, get super high an...
Apr 26, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 279
In this weeks Cannabis News and Events we cover the following Stories | Monkey: The police are giving out free weed vapes | Macky: UK cannabis patients denied access to NHS mental health support | Bubble: ‘Regulate it’: Minns once argued for legalised cannabis in NSW | Marge: Illicit cannabis market continues to exploit Interac and Canada Post + UBC students construct one of Canada's first 'carbon-minimal' hempcrete buildings | Come and join in the discussion about any of these news articles on ...
Apr 24, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 278
In this week's grow guides the panel discuss the difference between indica and sativa cannabis plants. From how they grow to how they affect the consumer. Is the effect from these plants terpenes related? Or do we get different highs from different cannabinoids. We discuss these factors through this episode of grow guides., We also have some great questions in listener mail too! If you would like to send some question in to listener mail, please get in touch via our cannabis growing forum, our d...
Apr 21, 2023•52 min•Ep. 277
Michael Fisher is the founder of a cannabis club in the UK called "Teesside Cannabis Club". Though cannabis is still illegal for recreational use in the UK, Michael has a cannabis club on the high street that is open to all adults and in plain site of everyone! It is not hidden, or secluded in anyway, so how does he stay open? We find out why he started the club, how it began, and how he recommends others to start their own cannabis clubs in their own local areas too. A great informative and ins...
Apr 19, 2023•56 min•Ep. 276
In This Weeks Cannabis News and Events we Cover the Following Stories | Monkey: Florida House Committee Approves Hemp Product Restriction Bill That Advocates Say Is Flawed | Macky: MPs to debate the economic contribution of medical cannabis | Bubble: Legalising cannabis in Australia: how would it work and is there a catch? | Marge: Quebec ban on homegrown pot is constitutional: Supreme Court. We also have a special "Roving Reporter" drop in for an update about medical cannabis for children with ...
Apr 17, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 275
In this episode, we explore the topic of long-term storage of cannabis. Whether you are a grower or a consumer, proper storage techniques are essential to preserve the quality and potency of your cannabis over time. We discuss the science behind the degradation of cannabis, the factors that affect its shelf life, and the best practices for storing your cannabis for the long haul. Tune in to learn how to keep your cannabis fresh and potent for months or even years to come. If you need any help th...
Apr 14, 2023•50 min•Ep. 274
We all know that there are some strange rules and regulations for growing cannabis. Even in legal places it is still restricted heavily for no good reason. In this interview we speaking to a cannabis permit specialist about these rules and regulations to find out what makes sense and what doesn't. We have a great conversation and find out some crazy rules in this interview! It just goes to show that even when cannabis growing is legalised, there is still stupid hoops we have to jump through. If ...
Apr 12, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 273
In This Weeks Cannabis News and Events we Cover the Following Stories | Monkey: The NBA Is Lifting Its Ban On Marijuana In New Deal With Players Union, According To Report | CBD, derived from cannabis, is banned in Hong Kong; elsewhere, it’s in food, drinks, lotions and cosmetics, and feted as a cure-all | Macky: Couple in their 50s called police to their own cannabis farm | Bubble: Surge in medicinal cannabis use creates growing problem for WA's mining industry | TG: Study highlights ongoing ga...
Apr 10, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 272
In this week's episode of grow guides we discuss automated watering systems for your grow room! From complex system involving timers and big reservoirs of water, to simple home made systems that just need a bottle of water and some string. Having an auto watering system in your grow room can give you the chance of being away from the grow for days at a time, and still be sure your plants are getting watered. Find out all about it in this episode of grow guides. If you need any help then please f...
Apr 07, 2023•42 min•Ep. 271
In this weeks interview we see the return of Lizzie Post!! We always have a great time talking with Lizzie, and this interview is no different. We chat about cannabis, the royal family, legalistation, growing and much more. We have lots of laughs and this is a real laid back conversation with a good friend of the show! I hope you enjoy it! If you have any suggestions for guest to be on our cannabis podcast then please feel free to contact us on our website, Discord server, or any of your favouri...
Apr 05, 2023•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 270
In this weeks cannabis news and events we cover the following stories | Monkey: Medical Marijuana Legalization Linked To 'Significant Decrease' In Opioid-Related Payments To Doctors, Study Finds | Macky: Brits warned to 'stay away' over Amsterdam's new rules on cannabis, alcohol and brothels | Dalgety joins UK cannabis market frontrunners with licence upgrade - European Pharmaceutical Manufacturer | Bubble: Young cannabis users may be worse at learning from their mistakes | Man arrested after be...
Apr 03, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 269
In this episode of grow guides we talk about parenting and cannabis. Each person on the panel tells us about what happened when their parents found out they use cannabis. We also cover what to do if you find out your child is using cannabis, and what to do if your kids find out about your grow too. It is a real good conversation with lots of good advice for parents, uncles and aunts and guardians too. We also have our good friends Chad Westport, and Annie and Amanda from the High Ladies join us ...
Mar 31, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 268
Jeff Lowenfels has a new podcast starting very soon! So we get him on the show to find out all about it. His podcast will be released in a couple of weeks on the 7th of April. We discuss what it is going to be about, what the format is going to be like and much more. Make sure you keep an eye out on future episodes of cannabis news and events so we can share links and more info about Jeffs podcast with you there. Please help us make the show grow more by sharing this episode with a friend or two...
Mar 29, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 267
In This Weeks Cannabis News and Events we Cover the Following Stories | Monkey: Mold in marijuana? Connecticut’s rules are less strict than other states | Macky: Londoners spent £1.45bn a year on illegal cannabis to treat health conditions | Bubble: Man pleads guilty to producing and possessing 888 cannabis plants | Chad: Marijuana Has Special Risks for Older People | Marge: Zurich set to legalize cannabis in swiss trial program | Come and join in the discussion about any of these news articles ...
Mar 27, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 266
PK booster for cannabis plants are usually fed to your plants in the early flowering stage to increase the size of the buds. When used correctly they can increase the yield of your grow. In this episode of grow guides we talk about PK boosters. When to use them, how much to use and what brands we would recommend. We also cover organic forms of PK too. So by the end of this episode you should have a good idea how to use PK booster in your grow room. If you need any help then please feel free to c...
Mar 24, 2023•48 min•Ep. 265
Dr Anna Schwabe is a PHD and expert in cannabis plant genetics and biology. In this interview we talk about cannabis genetics, how testing is done, her mission getting the phd and much more! As usual it is a very laid back conversation and we had a great time talking to Dr Schwabe. If you have any suggestions for guest to be on our cannabis podcast then please feel free to contact us on our website, Discord server, or any of your favourite social networks. Visit our website for links. Website: h...
Mar 22, 2023•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 264
In this Weeks Cannabis News and Events we Cover the Following Stories | Monkey: UN Suggests U.S. Federal Government Must Force States To Repeal Marijuana Legalization To Comply With International Treaty | Macky: Only 35% of brits support legalisation of cannabis | Bubble: Regional South Australia has taken out top spot in the latest wastewater report | TG: Buying cannabis seeds and clones in Canada in 2023 | Marge: Cannabis Study Breaks 'Lazy Stoner' Stereotype | Come and join in the discussion ...
Mar 20, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 263
We have a session with our good friend Jordan River, the host of Growcast, the Official Cannabis Podcast. We talk about the usual thing, movies, games, tv shows, we share some jokes and banter and catch up on what is going on with Growcast recently. We always have a great time with Jordan, and I hope you all enjoy listening to the session as much as we enjoy recording them! Make sure you check out Growcast too if you haven't already! It is a great show, if you enjoy our cannabis podcast, you wil...
Mar 17, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 262
Stephen Johnson is the CEO and Cofounder of HLG, the Horticulture Lighting Group! As you may know HLG sponsor our forum Percys Grow Room, and we talk about HLG a lot and recommend them to all of our listeners and members at Percys. HLG make high quality LED grow lights, and we wanted to learn more about the company. Where it came from, how it has grown and what makes their lights so much better than their competitors. So we got Stephen on the show to talk all about it! It was a really good conve...
Mar 15, 2023•56 min•Ep. 261
In place of the cannabis news this week, we have an awesome interview with our friends Nikki and Swami! These guys are always great guests and we always chill and have a great conversation with them. We talk about the upcoming grow season, last years harvest, weed thats cured for 8 months and much more. So roll a fat one, get ready to relax and join us for a session with some cannabis legends! If you have any suggestions for guest to be on our cannabis podcast then please feel free to contact us...
Mar 13, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 260
Cal mag and cannabis plants is the topic for today's grow guides. We explain what cal/mag is, what it does, how it is used by a cannabis plant and much more. By the end of this show you will know how to identify a cal/mag issue and know many ways on how to fix it in many different mediums. We also have some great questions in listener mail about cal mag, so we cover a lot of info about cal mag in this episode of our cannabis podcast. If you need any help then please feel free to contact us on ou...
Mar 10, 2023•44 min•Ep. 259
Daniel McQueen is a psychedelics specialist and author of a book called" Psychedelic Cannabis". He also runs a clinic in Colorado that treats people with different mental health issues like depression, anxiety and PTSD. To treat these conditions his clinic uses cannabis, psilocybin, ketamine and maybe soon, DMT too! We have a great discussion about how medicine is progressing in Colorado and how these natural medicines can really help people suffering with different mental health conditions. If ...
Mar 08, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 258
In This Weeks Cannabis News and Events we Cover the Following Stories | Monkey: Louisiana Could Pull Hundreds Of Hemp Products Off The Market With Proposed Emergency Rule | Macky: Warning over road and electrical works linked to cannabis factories | Bubble: NSW Greens announce plans to legalise recreational cannabis after the election | TG: Italy’s Supreme Court rules growing cannabis for personal use is not a crime | Marge: Car Insurance Report Finds Cannabis Reforms Not Associated With More Tr...
Mar 06, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 257
NPK for growing cannabis is the topic for this week's cannabis podcast. We explain what NPK is, how it works, and how it is used by a cannabis plant. During this episode of grow guides we also discuss NPK ratio from bottled nutrients like CANNA and Advanced Nutrients. But we also explain different sources of organic NPK, like blood meal, fish emulsions, alfalfa meal, feather meal and much more. There is lots of good info in this episode of our cannabis podcast. I hope it is helpful to you! If yo...
Mar 03, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 256
Frenchy Dreams of Hashish is a documentary about the legendary king of hash, Frenchy Cannoli. Madame Cannoli joins us to tell us about the film, and tell us where and when it can be streamed. We look forward to seeing the documentary which will be released for streaming at the end of April. I hope you can join us when it is released so we can watch it together in a session! Please sign up to Madame Cannoli's newsletter too, so you can stay up to date with new info about the film. If you have any...
Mar 01, 2023•53 min•Ep. 255
In This Weeks Cannabis News and Events we Cover the Following Stories | Monkey: Minnesota lawmaker argues against marijuana legalization because sniffer dogs would lose jobs | Macky: Surrey woman fined after neighbours complain about 'pungent' cannabis smell | Bubble: Australian Cannabis Nurses Association launches to educate, advocate for medicinal cannabis | TG: Canadians purchased $4 billion worth of cannabis in 2021-2022 | Marge: Few if any harms associated with moderate cannabis use and lun...
Feb 27, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 254
