First, Danny and Mike discuss recent marijuana news including Cheech & Chong's hemp/THC lawsuit against California, continuing arrests for pot possession in the US and Kentucky's cannabis industry.

The interview is with Maya Elizabeth - founder of OM and co-founder of Whoopi and Maya who discusses her lifelong passion for pot, her innovations in making infused edibles, topicals, tinctures and hydrotherapy soaks as well as the recent relaunch of her female-focused canna-brand with legendary entertainer Whoopi Goldberg.  

The cultivation segment features Danny's answers to listener grow questions and a grow tip on transplanting from solo cups into one-gallon containers, with Andrew Zurica.

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Welcome back to Grow Bud Yourself! Episode 137 is our first full-length video episode! You can head over to the GBY YouTube channel to watch the episode. Or, simply continue enjoying the audio-only version of the show wherever you get your podcasts!

First, Danny and Mike discuss the cannabis news of the day and our new show format. 

The interview is with Andrew Zurica, owner of Always Blooming (formerly New York Hydroponics) who discusses growing up in Brooklyn, going to prison for smuggling ecstasy, pioneering food truck burgers, and why weed grown in living soil smokes cleaner and tastes better. 

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, Danny's answers to listener grow questions and Andrew's tips on the early flowering period in living soil. 

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First, Danny and Mike talk cannabis news including New York's inept adult-use rollout, marijuana pardons in Maryland and New Hampshire's continued prohibition of recreational pot. 

The interview is with Max Majot - cultivation expert from Royal Queen Seeds - who discusses the company's wide variety of award-winning genetics including autoflowers, feminized/regular, CBD/CBG/CBDV/THCV seeds, as well as their cutting-edge true F1 hybrids. Bonus: Max also reveals his cultivation tips for beginner growers from germination to harvest. 

The cultivation segment features Danny's Tips for Lazy Weed Growers, plus answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike discuss the latest cannabis news, including Florida legalization shenanigans, an increase in daily smokers and the New Jersey governor's new strain.

The interview is with legendary cultivator Champelli, who discusses making his mark on pop culture with cannabis, building his brand back up after getting busted and the latest genetics and gear he's working on.

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, Danny on mulching, plus answers to listener grow questions.

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First, Danny and Mike discuss news nuggets of the day including Federal rescheduling fallout, positive non-partisan pot polling, and New York marijuana mayhem. 

The interview is with Sasha Nutgent & Annie Matica from Housing Works Cannabis Co - the first licensed legal dispensary in New York, who discuss the nonprofit's longtime role in providing housing & healthcare for people with HIV/AIDS, their advocacy for communities disproportionately affected by drug criminalization and how responsible weed purchasing can help reduce the stigma on cannabis consumers.

The cultivation segment features Danny on Labeling and Taking Notes in the Growroom, plus answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike discuss the recent historic shift in federal marijuana policy with the DEA planning to move cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III. We also speak to Terrence White of Monko in Washington DC on his thoughts and reflections on the government's momentous decision. 

The interview is with White Boy Kev, founder of La Marina Boyz, who details his early life as a street dealer in Washington Heights, the history of the Haze uptown and making the transition from legacy to legal in New York.

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, Danny on Choosing & Ordering Seeds and answers to listener grow questions. 

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First Dan and Mike discuss 420 news from New York & South Carolina and speak with Jaime Seale of Real Estate Witch about her article collab with Leafly titled, "We Found the Best Weed Cities in America" (for 2024).

The interview is with Jon Foster from Grey Area Coffeeshop who details over 25 years of providing connoisseurs and aficionados with the highest quality cannabis and hashish at one of the finest Coffeeshops in Amsterdam!

The cultivation segment features Danny on Preparing for Outdoor Growing and answers to listener grow questions.

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First, Danny and Mike discuss news including an increase in New York cannabis business licenses, yet another bud buzzkill in New Hampshire and more. 

The interview is with Collin Palmer, award-winning founder and CEO of Vessel Life Science, who reveals the secrets of solventless hash extraction, including proper genetic selection, regenerative cultivation techniques, SOP for mechanical separation and the difference between melt & rosin. 

The cultivation segment features Strain of the Fortnight, Danny on Shipping Clones and answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike break down big weed news from Germany, a retail sales buzzkill in Virginia, pot progress in Ohio and Arizona reefer revenue records. 

The interview is with Nikki and Swami of Swami Select who discuss their lifelong commitment to regenerative farming and the spiritual, inspirational and aromatic qualities of craft cannabis, as well as the benefits of a longer drying time.

The cultivation segment features Danny on Organic vs. Veganic and answers to listener grow questions.

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First, Danny and Mike discuss legal weed sales in New Mexico, research into the therapeutic benefits of psilocybin, and the safety of CBD for dogs. 

The interview is with James Bean from Seeds Here Now, who reveals how he sources his breeders & genetics, why you should grow from seeds instead of clones and finding the right strains for you.  

The cultivation segment features Strain of the Fortnight, Danny on Indigenous Microorganisms (IMO) Basics, plus answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike discuss federal cannabis descheduling efforts, psilocybin freedoms in Vermont and CBD sponsorships in the NBA & WNBA professional basketball leagues. 

The interview is with molecular biologist Dr. Tassa Saldi, CSO of Tumi Genomics, on pathogens such as HLVd (Hop Latent Viroid) including identification, prevention, sample testing and mitigation for cannabis crops large and small. Grow Bud Yourself listeners interested in getting their plants checked for HLVd can use code GBY10 for 10% off testing. 

The cultivation segment features tips on Starting Seeds for the Outdoor Season, plus answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny & Mike break down some weed news including legalization efforts in Pennsylvania, THC limits in Florida, decrim doom in Texas plus federal descheduling updates. Plus, we announce the Prime Superior gift box giveaway! 

The interview is with Stoned Ninja of Dojo Seed Co., who reveals his strain breeding philosophy, provides some crucial grow tips and details some of his favorite cultivar creations such as Ninja Fruit, Purple Pie and Stoned Ninja OG. (Visit our Patreon page for a bonus clip on how Stoned Ninja deals with pests and infestations.)

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, Danny on Solventless Extracts, plus answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike discuss billions in Michigan reefer revenues, weed conviction expungements in Missouri and "rescheduling vs. descheduling" cannabis federally. 

The interview is with living soil specialist Luna Whitcomb who reveals advanced organic cultivation techniques & tips, aerobic vs. anaerobic fermentation processes, and how terroir affects the genetic potential of pot plants. 

The grow segment features Danny on Understanding Cation Exchange Capacity (CEC) plus answers to listener growing questions. 

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06:20 - Cannabis News

17:39 - Interview w/ Luna Whitcomb

44:41 - Cultivation Segment

46:10 - Grow Tip

51:20 - Grow Q&A

1:03:33 - Wrap

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First, Danny and Mike run down some cannabis news of the last year and give their predictions on what's to come for 2024 and beyond. 

The interview is with Michael Fang of Gage Green Group, who discusses his living soil growing processes, Seed Bank International, The Organic Cup as well as developing award-winning pot strains such as Grape Stomper and Mendo Breath. 

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, Danny on Oxygen in the Root Zone and answers to listener grow questions. 

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07:55 - Cannabis News

17:35 - Award

22:02 - Interview w/ Michael Fang

1:02:19 - Cultivation Segment

1:02:45 - Strain of the Fortnight

1:07:05 - Grow Tip

1:12:35 - Grow Q&A

1:22:01 - Wrap

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First, Danny and Mike trip out on some recent news including laws governing hallucinogens, Ohio's legal cannabis conundrum and the lack of gun rights for responsible marijuana users. 

The interview is with Seth Warner, author of "Welcome To Psilocybin" who discusses his new guide to easily growing your own magic mushrooms at home, proper dosages for micro- and macro-dosing as well as the mental & spiritual benefits of psychedelic experiences. 

The cultivation segment features Danny on fertilization & pH for cloning, plus answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike run down recent news including Ohio legalization, so-called Cannabis Use Disorder (CUD) and President Biden's wishy-washy weed policies.

The interview is with Steve DeAngelo - a pioneer of marijuana activism, business and community who discusses his decades-long love of the plant, Last Prisoner Project and the Life Is A Ceremony psychedelic retreat in Jamaica. 

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, Danny on Cal-Mag, plus answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny & Mike discuss pot news of the day including an FBI report on massive marijuana arrests, Ohio weed legalization support & Jersey City cannabis-user firearm crackdowns. Plus, our MJArsenal mini-rig giveaway! (Join our Patreon at patreon.com/dannydanko for a chance to win! Existing Patreon supporters automatically qualify for a chance to win the mini-rig giveaway.)

The interview is with Breeder Piff of Piff Coast Farms, who reveals the true story of the infamous Haze strains in NYC, the particulars of growing the real Piff and his curated selection of legacy East Coast genetics in seed form including Harlem Dreams, Purple Puday & Piff Coast Sour Diesel.  

The cultivation segment features Danny on Drying and Curing for Connoisseurs plus answers to listener grow questions.

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First, Danny & Mike discuss some news nuggets including the World Anti-Doping Agency's pot policy for sports, Pennsylvania's medical marijuana card DUI dilemma and legal adult-use revenue records. 

The interview is with Joe Murray a.k.a. "AJ Sour Diesel" who talks about discovering the Diesel in the 1990s, the real reason it's called the Sour and the strain's triumphant upcoming return to the legal and licensed New York weed market. 

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, Danny on Identifying and Eradicating Broad Mites, plus answers to listener grow questions. 

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First Danny & Mike discuss the news nuggets of the day including legalization in Ohio, seniors trying cannabis for the first time and MSOs losing tons of money. 

The interview is with Paul the Clone Coach who details his playbook for successfully rooting cuttings every time, as well as his SOP (standard operating procedure) and fruitful techniques to start strong whether you're a homegrower or running an entire commercial cannabis nursery. (You can use the code DANKO for 10% off your order at clonecoach.com)

The cultivation segment features Danny on F1 Hybrids - What Are They and Why Grow Them? - and, as always, answers to listener grow questions.

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First, Danny and Mike discuss news nuggets of the day including federal de-scheduling, retail sales slowdowns in New York and record pot sales in Connecticut.

The interview is with Akele Parnell, co-founder and CEO of Lab 11 and ÜMI Farms, who talks about launching his Chicago-based minority- & veteran-owned craft cannabis brand, the challenges of achieving real social equity in weed businesses, and much more.  

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, Danny's 8 Ways to Increase Yields Right Now and answers to listener grow questions.

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First, Danny and Mike discuss some recent news including talks on descheduling marijuana, Minnesota legalization, Mastercard, the NBA and more. 

The interview is with Caitlin Donohue, author of Weed: Cannabis Culture in the Americas, on her investigation of weed in the Western Hemisphere, the impact of pot prohibition on countries like Mexico and Colombia and why educating the youth on harm reduction will change the future for the better. 

The cultivation segment features Danny on Dealing with Caterpillars "Coffey Style" and answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike discuss news nuggets of the day including record recreational cannabis sales in Missouri, Michigan and Massachusetts plus Wiz Khalifa throwing out the first pitch in Pittsburgh on 'shrooms and the latest developments in New York's legal marijuana market.

The interview is with David Goodman, photographer and author of An American Cannabis Story, who details his book on Puffin Farms - a regenerative, sun-grown family farm growing high-quality weed in Washington State.  

The cultivation segment features Danny on Low Stress Training for Bigger Yields and answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike discuss the latest news, including the start of adult-use retail sales in Maryland, Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers on psychedelics and the prohibitionist attack on a legalization ballot initiative in Florida. 

The interview is with JM Balbuena, author of The Successful Canna-preneur, who explains how she went from Navy veteran to medical patient to advocate to entrepreneur. JM also reveals her secrets to success in the cannabis business. 

The cultivation section features Tips to Ensure That Your Nuggets Beat The Heat as well as answers to listener grow questions.

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First, Danny and Mike discuss the latest news nuggets including weed breathalyzers, recreational pot in Florida, legalization support in Louisiana and cannabis acceptance in the NBA. 

The interview is with Garyn Angel - founder & CEO of Magical Brands - who discusses creating the Magical Butter extractor, cannabinoids as a dietary essential and much more. Plus, Magical Brands COO David Flores joins us to reveal all the incredible bells and whistles of their brand new Magical Grow cabinet. (Grow Bud Yourself listeners can use code GBY250 for $250 off the Magical Grow cabinet at magical.com) 

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, Danny's Guerrilla Growing Tips and answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike discuss the latest cannabis news including legalization in Delaware, a new path to legal sales in New Hampshire and potential pot plants in the US Botanic Garden. Plus, we announce our Seeds Here Now free seed giveaway!

The interview is from our August 2020 talk with Milo Yung of Big Buddha Seeds, who sadly passed away last week. We're honored that he blessed us with his presence and his genetics. His legacy will live on in his unique plant profiles and in our memories. (This interview originally aired as part of episode 15 of Grow Bud Yourself.)

The cultivation segment features Danny on Diagnosing and Treating Rust Fungus, plus answers to listener grow questions.

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First, Danny and Mike discuss some uplifting cannabis news from Texas, Georgia and Minnesota. 

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, Danny on Nutrient Salts and PPM (Parts Per Million), plus answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike discuss the latest on legalization in Delaware, New Jersey's Curaleaf situation and the massive drop in weed sales in Colorado. 

The interview is with Inspectah Deck from Wu-Tang Clan, who reveals the role that cannabis plays in his iconic lyricism, his first time smoking pure hash rosin and his new collaboration with Coyote Cannabis Co., that includes the release of branded flower, gummies and "Rollie Fingers" pre-rolls.  

The cultivation segment features Danny's Beginner Outdoor Grower Checklist, plus answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike discuss recent news on legal sales in Missouri and political pot corruption in Michigan. 

Our guest is John Bayes of Green Bodhi Genetics, who describes his lifelong journey utilizing plant medicines & psychedelics, his intentional cannabis breeding philosophy, as well as his newest strains & cultivars.  

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, Danny on Greening Up Your Grow, plus answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike reveal the latest GBY/Seeds Here Now seed giveaway and discuss recent cannabis news from New York, Arizona and New Hampshire (07:38). 

The interview is with Rami Vardi, founder of 818 Brands, who discusses his journey in the cannabis cultivation industry beginning in 2005, scaling up from boutique shipping containers to 5,000 light facilities and helping bring Tikum Olam to California as well as founding the brands Stealth Grow & Spectrum King LED (21:18).  

The cultivation segment features Danny's Spring Planting Guide, plus answers to listener grow questions (48:50). 

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First, Danny and Mike discuss the recent legalization setback in Oklahoma as well as some potentially positive pot news from Texas (05:55). 

The interview is with Jordan River of Growcast who breaks down his career in cannabis, his homegrowing podcast and tips for stickier and heavier buds (14:25). 

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, Danny on why you should grow your own and answers to listener grow questions (46:57). 

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First, Danny and Mike discuss recent positive bipartisan pot polling on legalization and more. 

The interview is with cultivator Willy Christie of Kukuni Music, who details his growing evolution into living soil, the role of cannabis in musical inspiration and breeding his own proprietary strains.  

The cultivation segment features Danny on the easiest way to get growing now, plus answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike chop it up about some weed news including Hop Latent Viroid impacting pot crops across the country, cannabis cafes in California, Canada's legal weed growing pains, and a stupid bill in Rhode Island to deter ganja gatherings. 

The interview is with "The Soil King" Patrick King, who discusses his decades in cannabis cultivation, his amazing growing mediums and his secrets to soil success. 

The grow segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, the differences between growing from seed vs clone, plus answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike discuss news nuggets about Missouri's legal sales, Luke Scarmazzo's release from federal prison and Massachusetts's new driver's ed curriculum. 

The interview is with author Jorge Cervantes who celebrates 40 years of cannabis cultivation publishing and details his new, free digital grow book, We Grow Cannabis!

The grow segment features Danny on weed growing containers as well as answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike discuss the news of the day including legalization efforts in Delaware, legal cannabis reducing opioid usage rates and more.

The interview is with Jason Baker - a.k.a. Jay Generation of Next Generation Seed Company - on his breeding philosophy, creating strains for Canada's tough environment and legendary varieties like Island Sweet Skunk, Romulan and Time Warp. 

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, Danny on growroom lighting schedules, plus answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike discuss some legalization news from Connecticut, New York, Minnesota, Maryland and Maine.

The interview is with Kyle Kushman who talks about his decades of clandestine cannabis cultivation, his tips for cloning success, his newest adventures in the industry and much more.  

The grow segment features Danny's Post Germination Tips plus answers to listener ganja gardening questions. 

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First Danny and Mike discuss the recent election results regarding cannabis in the US. 

The interview is with guest Linsay Villarreal, co-founder and VP of operations at Flowerhouse New York, who talks about her cannabis career creating SOPs for cultivation, processing and sales in California, helping build multiple weed brands, as well as her new gig growing perpetually for the legal New York marijuana market.  

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, Danny on automation in the growroom and answers to listener grow questions.

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First, Danny and Mike discuss the upcoming elections for weed legalization in five different states.  

The special is our take on the spooky demonization of cannabis and we debunk some of the awful myths and stigmas related to pot. 

The grow segment features Danny as Dr. Dankenstein discussing ghoulish and macabre cultivation topics such as bringing "dead" plants back to life, predatory insects and tissue culture, plus answers to listener questions.

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First, Danny and Mike talk about President Biden's recent federal pot proclamation plus Danny's Breeding 101 Glossary of terms to know for making your own strains.

The interview is with Jacobi Holland, co-founder of On The Revel, who discusses curating educational and networking experiences for people interested in the regulated cannabis industry and putting on Revelry events to celebrate diversity in weed advocacy and entrepreneurship.

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, how to get, and keep, a job in the cannabis industry, plus answers to listener grow questions. 

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If you’re having grow problems we feel bad for you son, we’ve done 99 episodes and we’re adding one. That’s right, Episode 100 of Grow Bud Yourself is finally here!

First, Mike and Danny discuss some cannabis news from Virginia, Vermont and Missouri.

The interview is with renown grow writer Jeff Lowenfels - author of the award-winning “Teaming With Microbes” - who reveals his insights into organic farming, the secrets of the soil food web and his brand new book “Teaming With Bacteria”.

The cultivation segment features Danny on Things and People to Avoid in Cannabis, as well as answers to listener grow questions.

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First, Mike and Danny discuss some national and global cannabis news, including legalization initiatives in Arkansas, Missouri and Florida, as well as pot progress in Kenya and Colombia.

The interview is with Dr. Alison Draisin, lead psychotherapist at the AIMS Institute, who talks about her work with patients using cannabis and psychedelics for therapy as well as founding Ettalews Edibles and much more. 

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, Danny on weed growing Do's and Don'ts, as well as answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike chitchat about the recent news about Brittney Griner's weed bust in Russia and Senate Democrats introducing a Federal marijuana decrim bill bill. 

The interview is with Matias Pino, CFO of POSIBL Cultivation in California who discusses how cannabis is different from other industries, how to grow sustainable and cost-effective legal marijuana, what pot growers can learn from the world of finance and how to build a successful weed brand.

The cultivation segment features Danny's 11 Tips for Growing Cannabis in Containers plus answers to listener grow questions.

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First, Danny and Mike discuss recent cannabis news including the fate of the SAFE Banking Act. 

The interview is with Dr. Amanda Reiman, PhD, founder of Personal Plants, VP of Public Policy Research at New Frontier Data and plant medicine expert. Dr. Reiman discusses her decades-long activism and career, the relationship between people and psychoactive plants & fungi as well as being a Ganjier council member and instructor. 

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, Danny's checklist for everything you need to get growing now, plus answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike discuss legalization in Rhode Island and early revenue reports in New Jersey. 

The grow segment features 9 Tips To Double Your Harvest from Danny, plus answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike discuss cannabis legalization news from Pennsylvania, Delaware and Vermont. 

The interview is with Chloe Villano - CEO of the Cannabis Business Awards - who talks about her years of advocacy, entrepreneurship, education, consulting and brand development in the cannabis industry, including founding Clover Leaf University in 2009 and as CEO of Rohan Marley's brand Lion Order.  

The cultivation segment features 10 more tips from Danny for beating the heat and answers to listener grow questions. 

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This week, Danny and Mike start things off by discussing state and national cannabis news. 

The interview is with Former NFL player and cannabis advocate Eugene Monroe, who talks about the opioid epidemic in professional sports, healing brain injuries with cannabinoids and his forays into the medical and adult-use pot industry. 

The cultivation segment features Danny's first 10 tips for beating the heat in your growroom and answers to listener cultivation questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike discuss the start of New Jersey's recreational pot sales as well as New York's slow progress towards legal cannabis commerce. 

The interview is with DreadSmokesWeed - director of cultivation at DNA Genetics - who reveals his origin story from learning to grow in the prohibitionist South, then starting from the bottom in legal Colorado cannabis and making his hard work pay off and eventually managing a grow facility in Oakland. 

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, Danny's Guide to Spring Pot Planting and answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike discuss the news, including the DEA deeming cannabis seeds to be legal, new adult-use pot sales on the horizon in New Jersey and the advancement of the SAFE Banking Act. 

The interview is with Oliver Summers from Superior Herbal Health -- a legacy L.A. cannabis dispensary operator & advocate since 2005 -- who discusses running pot shops & pioneering consumption lounges, consulting for new entrants into the cannabis space and his college-era bong-hitting exploits with Danny.  

The cultivation segment features Danny on the dealing with the dreaded spider-mites, as well as answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike discuss the recent passing of the MORE Act in the House of Representatives and why it's both historic and also yet another example of politicians standing in the way of pot progress. 

The interview is with Dr. Paul Rushton and Todd Young of Prime Superior, who reveal the benefits of their company's proprietary strain of Beauveria Bassiana fungus for faster growth and more plant photosynthesis, which means higher yields, more terpenes and more cannabinoids! 

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, Danny on prominent terpenes and, as always, cultivation Q&A.

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First, Danny and Mike discuss potential federal legalization and the stalling of New Jersey's recreational pot program. 

The interview is with Brooke Burgstahler, founder of Budding Mind, who talks about her entertainment career, her weed activism and her cannabis & wellness startup brand featuring podcasts, video, long form education content and e-commerce.

The cultivation segment features 10 tips for growing auto-flowering weed plants, plus answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike discuss recent news including Beto O'Rourke's promise to legalize pot in Texas, Gary Chambers visiting a drive-thru dispensary, the Biden admin forbidding marijuana investing by staffers and Costa Rica legalizing medical cannabis. 

The interview is with Chris Van Hook, founder of the Clean Green Certified program, on what "Organic" means for cannabis and how growers and processors can be more green and sustainable while producing the finest award-winning weed on earth. 

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, Danny on spotting and killing whiteflies, plus answers to listener grow questions.  

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First, Danny and Mike discuss a recent weed price hike helping California pot farmers and a doomed decriminalization effort in Alabama.  

The interview is with Walter Wood of Sol Spirit Farm, who discusses Earth-conscious cannabis growing using living soil, why greener pot packaging matters, and how you can learn more by visiting his sustainable farm. 

The cultivation segment features Danny on re-vegging your weed plants and answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike chat about the marijuana news of the day, including weed decriminalization delays in New Jersey, Connecticut and New York. 

The interview is with marijuana legend Kyle Kushman, who recaps the "Own Your Grow" event this past weekend in NYC, his pioneering of home-growing headstash for connoisseurs and his super-cropping techniques to promote better bud branching.  

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, Danny on dealing with fungus gnats, plus grow Q&A. 

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First, Danny and Mike discuss the significance of the number 86 as well as recent cannabis news from Mississippi, Colorado and New York. 

The interview is with April Black, founder of Higher Way Travel, on the importance of traveling, her favorite strains to grow and her tips on building a living soil. April also introduces her newest "Baked on the Beach" event in Hawaii this August! 

The cultivation segment features Danny on when and how to transplant your pot plants into larger containers, plus grow Q&A. 

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First, Danny and Mike discuss new technology to supposedly catch people driving while high, plus no "home grow" in New Jersey. 

The interview is with MzJill, founder and head breeder of MzJill Genetics, who talks about her decades-long passion for creating iconic strains such as JillyBean and Agent Orange, the highs & lows of navigating the weed industry, and life as the first publicly-known female cannabis breeder in America.

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, Danny on foliar feeding pot plants and answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike discuss the news of the day including a candidate smoking a blunt in a new commercial and plant count limits being increased in New Mexico. 

The interview is with Duke Diamond, breeder at Dominion Seed Company, who discusses the legacy of growing in the South, sharing genetics and information during prohibition and his plans for the future. 

The cultivation segment features Danny on growing weed under fluorescent lighting, plus answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike discuss some marijuana news, including dank developments in Montana, Michigan and beyond.

The interview is with elder statesman of marijuana & hemp, Adam Dunn (co-founder of T.H.Seeds and Hemp Hoodlamb, and host of the Adam Dunn Show), who discusses his experiences in over three decades of activism, bud breeding and cannabis commerce--as well as building the world's first leaf blower for weed. 

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, Danny's explanation of the Sea of Green method for growing and, as always, answers to listeners' cultivation questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike discuss medical marijuana success in Missouri and pot proposals that could threaten the industry in Massachusetts. 

The interview is with Meg Sanders and Erik Williams, CEO & COO of Canna Provisions dispensaries in Massachusetts, on providing the highest-quality legal cannabis, navigating the pitfalls of the industry, and leading the way with an emphasis on the plant and culture. 

The cultivation segment features Danny's advice on Growroom Maintenance Between Grows. plus answers to ganja gardening questions from listeners. 

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First, Danny and Mike discuss a nickname for our listenership and break down some weed recall drama in Michigan.  

Then, Mike quizzes Danny on pot and pop culture in our version of Jeopardy on Drugs, the the first ever Grow Bud Yourself Pot Quiz. 

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, Danny on the Basics and Benefits of Tissue Culture "Micro-Cloning" and answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike discuss some recent weed news including an egregious miscarriage of justice in South Dakota.

Then, we present our Stoner Holiday Survival Guide on how to navigate dinners with prohibitionist family members and get high on the sly or on the fly. 

The cultivation segment features Danny on Common Cannabis Mutations and Genetic Abnormalities, as well as answers to listener grow questions. 

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Plus, Danny and Mike run down the 10 most stoned cities in the United States.

Our cultivation segment features the Strain of the Fortnight, a beginner growers' checklist and, as always, answers to listener grow questions.

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First, Danny and Mike discuss the recent destruction of thousands of pounds of cannabis in Washington state. 

The interview is with solventless hash pioneer and extraction expert Marcus "Bubbleman" Richardson, who describes his decades-long obsession with hemp, cannabis & hashish, and the art of separating glandular trichome heads from their stalks. Marc also explains why, "if it doesn't bubble, it's not worth the trouble."  

The cultivation segment features Danny on choosing your grow medium: soil, hydro & more, as well as answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike discuss recent weed legalization developments in Ohio.

Then, we play a special harvest edition of the GBY game, Puff or Pass.

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, Danny’s take on how growers can avoid the sophomore slump, and answers to listener cultivation questions.

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First, Danny and Mike discuss recent changes to the New York legalization and homegrow situation with legal expert and cannabis attorney Cristina Buccola. 

The interview is with Jesus Burrola, CEO of Posibl, a massive, licensed greenhouse cannabis cultivation, processing and distribution facility in California that's ethical, sustainable and pesticide-free. 

The cultivation segment features Danny on lighting, watering and feeding flowering pot plants as well as answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike discuss the DEA calling for more legal marijuana and psychedelic drug production and South Dakota's cannabis legalization conundrum. 

The interview is with Jesce Horton, CEO of LOWD cultivation in Portland, Oregon, who talks about his career in weed growing, his support for social equity programs for people adversely affected by the War on Drugs, and his advice for home-cultivators who want to scale up into legal growing businesses. 

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, Danny on watering and feeding seedlings and newly rooted clones, and answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike talk about Will Smith's new ayahuasca revelation, a corny Florida weed bust, and the new cannabis-law reform approach of asking the attorney general to descheduling marijuana.  

The interview is with Christina DiPaci, co-founder and CEO of Paradiso Gardens, who reveals what it's like to run one of California's largest independent craft cannabis farms. Christina also explains how to maintain quality when scaling up and why growing in greenhouses is the future of pot production. 

The cultivation segment features Danny on how to get rid of snails and slugs as well as answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike discuss local legalization news in New York and the pros and cons of passing federal cannabis banking legislation vs. outright legalization. (3:45)

The interview is with Brett Stevens, CEO of Fohse LED Lighting, who enlightens us on new advancements in light-emitting diode technology specifically for cannabis production and what the future holds for illuminating indoor and greenhouse gardens. (18:10)

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, Danny's tips on diagnosing and treating a thrip infestation and answers to listener grow questions. (43:00)

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First, Danny and Mike recap the Boston Freedom Rally and marvel at the FBI's pot use employment policy.

The interview is with Andrew DeAngelo, co-founder of Harborside dispensary and Last Prisoner Project, who discusses his lifetime of marijuana advocacy, pioneering pot shop management and his current cannabis consulting venture.

The cultivation segment features Danny on dry sift hash and answers to listener grow questions.

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First, Danny and Mike discuss some of the news of the week, including the state of cannabis affairs in Wisconsin.

Then, GBY breaks out a Sports on Drugs segment that examines the World Anti-Doping Agency's decision to review pot's status as a banned substance. Plus, we take a look at cannabis testing policies for the four major American sports.

The cultivation section features Strain of the Fortnight, recipes for cannabutter and tinctures and, as always, answers to listener grow questions.

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First, Danny and Mike discuss an unusual growroom discovery in Michigan and NIDA's recent report about college students and cannabis use. 

The interview is with actor and weed farmer Jim Belushi, who discusses his storied career in movies and TV, how cannabis might have saved his brother John's life and his endeavors growing pot in Oregon at Belushi's Farm. 

The cultivation segment features Danny's take on where to grow cannabis - in a tent, grow box or room - plus answers to listener grow questions.  

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First, Danny and Mike discuss recent travels, corruption and opt outs in the legal weed industry and billions of dollars in yearly retail pot revenues in Massachusetts.  

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, Danny's take on overwatering vs. underwatering and answers to listeners ganja growing questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike update the legal marijuana opt out craze in New Jersey. 

The interview is with freedom fighter Todd McCormick who talks about his lifetime of cannabis activism as well as getting busted for growing and doing federal time. Todd also discusses the new seed company he started with Mel Frank, called Authentic Genetics, and much more.  

The cultivation segment features Danny on growroom air circulation and answers to listener grow questions.

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First, Danny and Mike discuss Danny's recent absence due to a bout with Covid. Then they revisit the steroids in sports debate and talk about New Jersey's legalization stumbles. 

The interview is with the Mendo Dope Boys - Old E and Bleezy - who discuss their techniques for growing monster-sized pot plants, recording their hip-hop tunes in the garden and their friendships with Subcool, Eddy Lepp and Frenchy Cannoli.  

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, Danny on brewing your own compost tea and answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Mike G answers listener email and discusses some news from the cannabis world (4:13).

Then, we roll out our Best Of Strains extravaganza (9:17). This episode features 11 Strain of the Fortnight profiles. Plus, a game of Name that Strain (28:35).

Check out episode 66 of Grow Bud Yourself for all the strain information you can handle!

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Episode 65 features a solid hour of our favorite grow questions and answers from the podcast.

Tune in for great grow info in this special cultivation Q&A episode.

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First, Danny and Mike discuss Sacha Baron Cohen suing a Massachusetts dispensary for using his Borat character's likeness in an advertisement on a billboard. 

The interview is with Lee Spivey, experienced cannabis grower and marketing manager for Good Earth Organics soil brand. Lee discusses soil science, sustainable practices, growing for terpene production and more.  

The cultivation segment features Danny's tips on avoiding, identifying and treating powdery mildew (PM) and, as always, we answer grow questions from listeners. 

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First, Danny and Mike celebrate the life of hashishin Frenchy Cannoli and discuss some recent news items. 

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, Danny's tips on the transition between vegetative and flowering stages, plus answers to listener grow questions. 

If you'd like to learn more about Frenchy, please check out our interview from episode 52, beginning around the 15:30 mark.

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First, Danny & Mike break out a brief Sports on Drugs segment that includes Danny's controversial pro-steroids, cheating and gambling in baseball stance. 

Then, we discuss the new federal marijuana legalization bill, where Biden stands on cannabis and the resistance to giving the pot banking bill a vote in the Senate.

The interview is with friend-of-the-pod Kyle Kushman (@kylekushman420) who talks about beating the heat in the growroom, why Strawberry Cough is his "desert island" strain, how he dries & cures his personal homegrown headstash and more. 

The cultivation segment features Danny's tips on guerrilla growing, plus answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike discuss some of the news nuggets of the day including a billion dollar bust in Cali, a new pot consumption lounge in Illinois and the only way you can die from weed.

The grow segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, Danny on why you should grow clones & how to root cannabis cuttings and, as always, answers to listener grow questions.

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First, Danny & Mike discuss a bit of marijuana news and then speak to longtime cannabis activists Rick Thompson & Jamie Lowell about a group of dispensaries supporting attacks on home-grow in Michigan and beyond. 

The interview is with veteran, activist & entrepreneur Mario Ramos from I Bud You, who talks about his 16 years in the military, building the "I Bud You" brand and the bogus New Jersey weed growing bust for which he spent over a year in jail.

The cultivation segment features tips on pinching, pruning and training for bigger yields, plus answers to listener grow questions.

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First, Danny and Mike speak with attorney, adviser and advocate Cristina Buccola about New York's new cannabis law, social equity, expungement of criminal records, home-growing rights and more. 

The interview is with entrepreneur Earl Carruthers, owner of the Cannabis Therapy Network and The Home Grown Weed Summit, about being the first person of color in Michigan with a dispensary and providing pot platforms for the canna-curious. 

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, a step-by-step explainer for transplanting your pot plants and grow Q&A. 

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First, Danny and Mike discuss Connecticut's recent legalization effort and how much power activists and pot people have when it comes to making positive changes. 

Our guest is Roland Cordova, founder & president of U-Grow Rentals and Veterans Canna-Biz, who employs military veterans to masterfully grow strain-specific cannabis for licensed medical marijuana patients. 

The cultivation segment features tips on lighting and feeding during the vegetative stage as well as answers to listener grow questions. 

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The interview is with pot producer, entrepreneur and activist Jason Pinsky, who discusses his vast experience as a Cannabis Cup judge, his work on the hit show "Bong Appétit," his latest pot projects and much more.

Also this week, we have Strain of the Fortnight, tips on how to beat the heat in your grow room and, as always, answers to listeners' cultivation questions.

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First, Danny & Mike talk to psychology professor Dr. Mitch Earleywine about marijuana users that are unaffected by edibles, pot placebos and even UFOs! 

The interview is with ECO Cannabis CEO Kevin Ahaesy and Diversity & Inclusion Strategist Ivy Summer, who discuss social equity in Oakland, hiring formerly incarcerated people to work in the cannabis industry and creating real systemic change in legal weed systems. 

The cultivation segment features Danny's take on identifying and treating whitefly infestations and answers to grow questions from listeners. 

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First, Danny & Mike discuss the latest cannabis news headlines from around the country.  

Then, the interview is with cultivation legend and friend of the pod Kyle Kushman, who talks about growing weed during the height of prohibition, gives his take on strain hoarding and tells us all about his newest canna-ventures. 

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, tips on hydrophobic soil (soil that won’t absorb water) and, as always, grow Q&A. 

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First, Danny and Mike play a game of Puff or Pass with the latest cannabis news. 

The interview is with JJ NYC, breeder of Top Dawg Seeds, who discusses the New York City weed scene in the '80s & '90s, scoring kind bud like Chem Dog & Sour Diesel, plus breeding powerhouse, award-winning strains including Tres Dawg, Nigerian Haze, Star Dawg and Guava. 

Our cultivation segment features Danny on hydroponic drip emitter systems and informed answers to listener grow questions.

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First, Danny and Mike discuss federal pot legalization versus passing the SAFE Act as well as the potential promotion of bribery and extortion in the legal weed business. 

The interview is with Ellen "Farmer" Brown - veteran, activist and founder of Sinsemilla Seminars - who discusses getting her start growing weed in Humboldt County, working her way up to dispensary management, and moving back home to Massachusetts to educate newcomers to the legal cannabis industry.  

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, Danny on choosing your growroom exhaust fan size, and grow Q&A. 

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First, Danny and Mike realize they've now been doing the GBY show for a full year! Then they recap the recent New York City Cannabis Parade and discuss the dubious new product, Canna Bumps - a snortable pot concentrate. 

The interview is with hash-maker extraordinaire Frenchy Cannoli, who describes his youthful adventures in hashish-producing regions learning artisanal techniques, the importance of terroir and farming practices for producing quality cannabis resins, and how modern practices and procedures are changing the extraction craft.  

In the cultivation segment, Danny reveals what you can expect to yield from one pot plant and answers grow questions from listeners like you. 

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First, Danny and Mike pay tribute to the NFL draft by making their picks for an "all weed team" filled with football's stoniest players in a brand new Sports on Drugs segment. (2:25)  

The interview is with the famous, multiple award-winning Canadian grower "Urban" Remo Colasanti, who's been teaching people to grow their own cannabis for decades. Remo talks about his origins in weed, becoming a trusted name in the medical cannabis industry, and building his brand of pot plant nutrients. (25:10) 

Next up is our Strain of the Fortnight followed by the cultivation segment with an explanation of hybrid vigor and answers to listener grow questions. (52:30)

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First, Danny and Mike discuss marijuana-law reform in New Mexico, the Biden Administration's stance on legalization and the 50th anniversary of the Controlled Substances Act (CSA), which took effect on May 1, 1971. 

The interview is with Mike "PBud" Nee -- head cultivator for One Plant Dispensaries in Florida -- who talks about his role in Chemdog family strain history, as well as his transition from growing pot in the underground to farming legal, large-scale cannabis.  

The cultivation segment features tips on proper flower and hash storage, as well as answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike discuss which states they think will be next to legalize marijuana. And, we welcome psychology professor Dr. Mitch Earleywine to the show to talk about New York's new legal cannabis law, his recent pot studies, and absurd prohibitionist talking points. 

The interview is with Greg and Tracee from Cryo Cure, who talk about the benefits of "freeze drying" cannabis flowers and how the process works to reduce harvest time, prevent mold & bud rot, as well as preserve terpenes & cannabinoids. 

Next, we debut the new and improved Strain of the Fortnight segment followed by our cultivation section, featuring Danny's 6 Tips For Growing Great-Tasting Weed. And, as always, we answer listener grow questions.

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First, Danny and Mike discuss the historic news of New York State cannabis legalization for adult use. 

The interview is with Elaine and Tommy from Excelsior Extracts who talk about the early days of overgrow.com, spending years on the run, perpetual harvesting, pheno-hunting strains and making their dreams come true with their newest cultivation endeavors. 

The grow segment features techniques for getting the most out of every pot plant, plus answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike discuss the latest legalization news, as well as larger changes happening nationally and globally with pot-law reform. 

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, Danny's take on cross pollination between hemp and cannabis crops and, as always, grow Q&A. 

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First Danny & Mike discuss recent federal and local marijuana news, including possible homegrow and equity funding in New York State and the firing of White House staffers for prior pot use. 

The interview is with Rick "Mr. Soul" Campanella of Brothers Grimm Seeds, who discusses his early experiments with cannabis as a nuclear engineer, his creation of the legendary Cinderella-99 pot variety, feminized vs. female seeds, and how to create your own weed strain. 

The cultivation segment features Danny on temperature and humidity during the drying and curing process as well as answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike join longtime Michigan activist Rick Thompson to talk about the 50th Annual Hash Bash, coming up as a digital event on April 3rd. 

The interview is with author and professor Dr. MJ Coco of CocoForCannabis.com who discusses proper lighting for growrooms, the benefits and unique properties of coco coir as a grow medium, and the "Spring Autoflower Challenge." 

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, tips on addressing nutrient deficiencies and answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike discuss the impact of legal cannabis tax revenue on local governments and communities. 

The interview is with marijuana breeding pioneer Luc, from Paradise Seeds, who talks about growing pot in Holland in the '80s, founding one of the first seed companies in 1994, and the future of cannabis culture in Amsterdam and beyond. 

The cultivation segment features Danny's take on properly feeding flowering pot plants, as well as answers to listener grow questions.

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First, Danny and Mike chop it up with psychology professor Dr. Mitch Earleywine about cannabis use and psychedelic therapy.  

Our guests are pot power couple Taylor Blake, associate producer of The Emerald Cup, and Shiloh Massive, breeder of Massive Creations Seeds, who discuss weed life in Mendocino, building authentic marijuana events and the future of the "Academy Awards of Cannabis."  

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, Danny's tips on air filtration and odor control and, as always, answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike discuss some cannabis news of the day and pontificate on recent apolitical headlines. 

Plus, we play a game of Name That Strain, a competition created to put Danko's knowledge of cannabis genetics to the test!

The cultivation segment features a grow tip on how to deal with annoying fungus gnats and, as always, cultivation Q&A. 

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First, Danny and Mike run down the cannabis news of the day and pontificate on recent pot headlines. 

The interview is with Swerve, founder and breeder of The Cali Connection, who talks about his award-winning marijuana breeding history, the traits that make a great grower, and the new projects he's got in the works. 

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, Danny's thoughts on Growing Big in Small Spaces and, as always, grow Q&A. 

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First, Danny and Mike welcome you to our 40th show and respond to listener feedback.  

Our interview is with James Rushing, CEO & head consultant of White Coat Services, who discusses his extensive pot growing experience, his education in soil sciences and integrated pest management, and his work building vertically-integrated weed businesses. 

The cultivation segment features the "Ten Commandments of Compost," as well as Danny's thoughts on home composting and tea brewing for pot growers plus cultivation Q&A. 

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In lieu of a guest interview, we've produced a grow-heavy show that can barely hold up its weight in glistening colas.  

The Cultivation Extravaganja features our Strain of the Fortnight, tons of grow tips from expert farmers and breeders - including Jorge Cervantes, Ed Borg, Subcool, Harry Resin, Valerie Corral and more - and, as always, answers to grow questions from listeners. 

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First, Danny & Mike discuss the podcast newsletter and new Patreon member benefits, as well as the surprising news of recent pardons for pot prisoners by the former president. 

The interview is with Nathaniel Pennington, founder of Humboldt Seed Company and his daughter HSC Product Executive Halle Pennington on growing ganja in the Emerald Triangle, the evolving cannabis industry and celebrating 20 years of marijuana seed sales.

The cultivation segment features Danny's tips for seed germination, plus answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny & Mike discuss the amazing new giveaways from Suite Leaf Plant Nutrients for our Patreon membership tier levels. 

The interview is with Dale Sky Jones--Executive Chancellor of Oaksterdam University--who discusses running America's first cannabis college, her pioneering work for marijuana-law reform and the fight for social equity in the pot industry. 

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, 5 cannabis vocabulary definitions from Danny and, as always, cultivation Q&A. 

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First, Danny and Mike take a look back at the surreal last year and roll out their 7 Resolutions for the Cannabis Community and Industry for 2021.

The Interview is with Jimi Devine, cannabis critic and columnist for LA Weekly. Jimi discusses his 15+ years of work in marijuana-law reform and ganja journalism. And, as a special bonus, he reveals the hottest new strains he's come across as a reefer reviewer.

The cultivation segment features 10 Gifts for Beginner Growers selected by Danny and, as always, we answer listener grow questions.

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First, Danny and Mike discuss the new website and newsletter. 

The interview is with Dan Vinkovetsky (formerly Danny Danko of High Times) who talks about his early experiences with cannabis, his career as an editor, writer and author, pioneering pot podcasting with Free Weed, and his newest ventures with Northeast Leaf Magazine and Grow Bud Yourself. 

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, Danny's tips on how to trim weed like a pro and, as always, grow Q&A. 

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The interview is with psychology professor and friend of the show Dr. Mitch Earleywine, who talks about his origins in cannabis research and gives us the inside scoop on studies involving ketamine for post-traumatic stress and depression and marijuana use during pregnancy. 

The grow segment features Danny's take on recognizing and treating magnesium deficiencies, plus cultivation Q&A!

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First, Danny and Mike discuss the recent national news about the MORE Act and celebrate the release of GBY's first newsletter.

The interview is with Jon and Megan from Suite Leaf Nutrients, who break down plant nutrition, cannabis feeding schedules, treating deficiencies and more. 

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, 8 Things You Need To Do More Often in the Growroom and answers to listener grow questions. 

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This week's guest, cannabis entrepreneur Amber E. Senter, is CEO of Breeze Distro as well as cofounder & chairman of Supernova Women and the creator of The Congo Club. Amber joins us to discuss her incredible career making edibles, running dispensaries and promoting social equity in the legal pot industry.  

The grow segment features Danny's take on the different schools of thought on brewing aerobic and anaerobic compost teas, plus answers to cultivation questions from listeners.  

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First, Danny & Mike discuss recent news about cannabis legalization efforts. 

The interview is with Aaron Yarkoni from DNA Genetics, who reveals bud breeder tips and tricks and discusses new collaborations around the world. 

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, Danny's take on why your pot leaves or stems turn purple, plus, answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike talk to psychology professor Dr. Mitch Earleywine about psychedelic therapy, decriminalizing all drugs, savoring cannabis and more.

The interview is with award-winning cannabis breeder James Loud of Loud Seeds who explains what it takes to create exotic marijuana strains with flavor and potency.

The cultivation segment features Danny’s take on identifying and treating aphids and root aphids as well as answers to listener grow questions.

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First, Danny and Mike shoot the breeze about recent cannabis news. (00:57)

The interview is with award-winning solventless hash maker Nikka T of Essential Extracts. Nick reveals his insights on the art of creating high-quality solventless hashish. (11:13)

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, Danny’s thoughts on pheno hunting for new strains and, as always, answers to listener grow questions. (42:45)

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Our guests this week are Sid Gupta and Josh Schmidt from Natura Life Science in California, who discuss scaling cannabis companies while retaining world class quality and their new state-of-the-art facilities for propagation, cultivation, manufacturing, distribution, education and more.

This week's cultivation segment features Danny's tips for guerrilla growing as well as answers to listeners' cultivation questions.

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First, Danny and Mike discuss the latest cannabis news including the upcoming election that features recreational and medical marijuana initiatives on the ballot in various states.

The interview is with Addison DeMoura, co-founder of Steep Hill Labs, hash connoisseur and founder of 800lbs Mantra. Addison talks about his love of cannabis, his innovative companies and his latest endeavors.

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, Danny's tips on perpetual harvesting and, as always, grow Q&A.

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Next, Danny and Mike bust some marijuana myths with the Stoner Fact Check. You might be surprised to learn what staples of cannabis culture are actually fiction. (20:05)

Finally, in the cultivation segment, Danny breaks down the proper distance to keep lights above your crop and we answer listeners' grow questions. (33:15)

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First, Danny and Mike chat with psychology professor Dr. Mitch Earleywine about pot and psychosis, gender bias in cannabis assessment and savoring weed. (Starting at 2:30) 

The interview is with attorney, activist and businesswoman Shanel Lindsay. The CEO of Ardent Cannabis discusses proper decarboxylation for edibles, social equity in the cannabis industry, legalization in Massachusetts and more. (Starting at 18:55)

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, Danny's harvesting timeline and answers to grow questions from listeners. (Starting at 44:55)

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Our special guest this week is the legendary Tommy Chong! Tommy talks comedy, Covid and cannabis and much, much more. The interview even features a special guest interruption by another legendary comedian, so stick around until the end of the chat! (55:53)

This week's cultivation segment includes Danny's tips for getting more out of your trimmed cannabis leaves. Plus, answers to listener grow questions from around the world. (58:10) 

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First, Danny and Mike talk terps and discuss some cannabis news.

The interview is with Helene and Caitlin, the women behind Hembra Genetics, a carefully curated, boutique cannabis seed bank for growers of all kinds.

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight and Danny’s seven tips for growing sustainable weed. Plus, answers to listeners' grow questions.

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First, Danny and Mike discuss some of the cannabis news of the day. 

Then, like a butterfly, the show takes flight as we unveil an expanded cultivation section featuring Danny's tips on diagnosing and treating problems caused by caterpillars, plus answers to a plethora of grow questions from listeners like you. 

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First, Danny and Mike introduce the new logo designs for the podcast by BK2LA Studio.

The Interview is with Danny Murr-Sloat, founder of AlpinStash, a successful "mom n' pop" grow-op in Colorado that competes with larger corporate cannabis companies by providing clean, sustainable and potent pot for patients and connoisseurs.  

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, tips for pH & PPM and answers to grow questions from listeners like you. 

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Danny and Mike discuss the epic first issue of Northeast Leaf magazine and then introduce a new segment, High Praise, which features enthusiastic recommendations from Danny. 

A supersized cultivation segment includes Danny's tips on how to choose the right grow tent size for your crop and answers to listeners' cultivation questions. 

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First, Mike & Danny chat with adult film actress and AVN Hall of Famer Sara Jay about the stigmas surrounding porn and pot. Plus, Sara reveals her new CBD Self Care Collection product line, including an infused lube! 

The interview is with Michael Steinmetz from Flow Kana, California’s largest seller of sun-grown cannabis. Mikey talks about working with independent craft family farms, transforming cannabis into the world’s first fully sustainable agricultural product and his latest project, Flow Cannabis Co. 

In the cultivation segment, we feature our "Strain of the Fortnight," tips for emulsifying and spraying Neem Oil, and grow Q&A. 

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First, Danny and Mike chat with psychology professor Dr. Mitch Earleywine about cannabis and depression, coping with Covid and pot's effects on the heart (2:45). 

The interview is with Dennis Hunter of CannaCraft, who talks about serving time in prison for growing weed, pivoting into legal marijuana cultivation and his new flower brand, Farmer and the Felon (18:05).  

In the cultivation segment, Danny breaks down the do's and don'ts of plant transplanting and answers listeners' grow questions (43:55). 

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First, Danny and Mike talk about cannabis law reform and legalization expanding further into the Northeast US. 

The interview is with edibles expert Elise McDonough, author of the Bong Appétit cookbook from Vice, The Official High Times Cannabis Cookbook and Marijuana for Everybody! 

The cultivation segment features our Strain of the Fortnight, tips on when and how to water your plants and answers to listener grow questions. 

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First, Danny and Mike respond to listener feedback and provide some recommendations for stoned and enlightened entertainment. (5:00)

The interview is from the Hawaii Cannabis Expo when Danny spoke with Swerve, breeder for the multiple award-winning Cali Connection Seed Company. Swerve and Cali Connection are responsible for many of the Kush-related strains in the marketplace and much more. (13:50)  

Finally, in the cannabis cultivation segment, Danny breaks down Cation Exchange Capacity (CEC) and answers listener grow questions. (28:00) 

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