High on Home Grown, The Cannabis Podcast

In this week’s episode of High on Home Grown, we dive into the latest cannabis headlines from around the world:

• Macky breaks down a fascinating study showing how soil quality directly impacts cannabinoid and terpene levels in cannabis plants (leafie). He also covers a new report warning that regular cannabis use may pose risks for those over 65 (Stanford Report).

• Margaret shares a troubling story from Wales, where residents...

In this week’s episode of Grow Guides, we’re diving into some powerful techniques and practical tips to help you level up your cannabis growing game:

• How to Make and Use Compost Teas for Cannabis — Learn how to brew living, microbe-rich teas that supercharge your soil and boost plant health.

• How to Grow Cannabis in Extreme Climates — Whether it’s too hot, too cold, or too dry, we’ll show you how to adapt your grow and keep ...

We had a great session here with Brandon Rust! Brandon is an expert grower and founder of Bokashi Earthworks. This guy knows his stuff when it comes to growing cannabis. He has been on the show before, and many other podcasts, and we always talk about cannabis. Brandon put a post on his Instagram recently that told us about some of his childhood and some of his life story, and I thought it would be great to get him on for an interv...

In this week’s episode of High on Home Grown, we’re joined by a special guest, Brian, dropping in for a surprise appearance as we dive into the latest cannabis news from around the world!

• Macky shares a great UK story about a group of Birmingham lads opening a cannabis sanctuary where people can use the plant without stigma, and covers new research showing cannabis extract is effective for lower back pain.

• Billy takes us to...

In this week’s Grow Guides, we tackle some of the most common problems growers face in the later stages of a cannabis grow:

• Foxtailing buds – what causes it, how to prevent it, and whether it’s always a bad thing.

• Reusing or recycling old grow medium – when it’s safe to reuse soil, coco, or hydro substrates, and how to refresh them properly.

• Dealing with late-stage bud rot or mould – how to spot it early, what to do if it...

Today we’re doing something a little different, we sit down with long-time forum member Toploader! He’s been part of Percy’s Grow Room for nearly five years, and recently told us that he never used cannabis at all until he was 60 years old! Now, not only does he use cannabis, but he also grows plenty of his own.

Join us to hear more about Toploader’s story. Why he decided to grow his own cannabis, and what it was like trying cannab...

In this week’s episode of High on Home Grown, we dive into the latest cannabis news from around the world:

• Macky covers the shocking case of a UK man jailed for four years despite helping thousands access medicinal cannabis, plus an urgent recall of Arizer Solo II portable vaporizers due to fire and burn hazards. He also looks at Keir Starmer’s stance on cannabis, after comments that he will not pursue legalisation.

• Billy s...

In this week’s Grow Guides, we dig into some essential skills every grower needs to master:

• Reading trichomes to know when to harvest – the best way to judge peak potency and flavour.

• Hermaphroditism in cannabis – what causes plants to turn hermie, how to prevent it, and what to do if it happens.

• Training techniques to increase yields – from topping to LST, how to shape your plants for maximum bud production.

• Choosing t...

Simpa was on the show a few months ago when he told us about a piece of land he had “liberated” near him. The land wasn’t being used for anything, so he took it over, became the custodian of it, and started maintaining it as a “Hemp Garden.” Since then, it’s become a great place for the community to hang out. But he has also had some trouble with his local council.

Recently, Simpa has had some exciting news that he wanted to share ...

In this week’s episode of High on Home Grown, we bring you the latest cannabis headlines from the UK and around the world:

• Macky covers a major UK report suggesting that medical cannabis on the NHS could unlock £13.3 billion for the economy and help thousands return to work.

• Margaret looks at health-focused stories, including a study warning that inhaling cannabis may increase the risk of asthma, plus new research showing p...

In this week’s Grow Guides, we tackle some of the most common questions growers have when trying to take their cannabis to the next level:

• How to improve flavour and aroma – from genetics to curing, what really makes buds smell and taste amazing.

• Understanding light stress – what it is, how to spot it, and how to prevent damage from too much or too little light.

• Clones vs seeds – the pros and cons of each method, and whic...

In this interview we speak to Dr. Amanda Reiman. Dr. Reiman has been studying the use of cannabis for over 25 years, and in this episode we talk a lot about cannabis use disorder and how cannabis can sometimes be abused. We always encourage responsible use of cannabis, and if you feel like you have an unhealthy relationship with it, or think you might have cannabis use disorder, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Maybe this interv...

In this week’s episode of High on Home Grown, we cover the biggest cannabis stories from the UK, Europe, and beyond:

• Macky reports on smugglers who brought cannabis into Wales on an industrial scale and were handed heavy jail sentences. He also covers the case of a Ramsgate mum caught drug-driving, who says she uses cannabis to manage back pain.

• Margaret takes us to Germany, where a new survey shows that 90% of cannabis con...

In this week’s Grow Guides, we dive into four key topics that every home grower will run into at some point:

1. The best way to store cannabis after harvest – how to preserve potency, flavour, and freshness with proper jars, humidity, and storage conditions.

2. CO₂ in the grow room – when it’s worth it, how to use it safely, and whether home growers really need it.

3. Defoliation pros and cons – how to improve airflow and light pe...

Mitch and Tim return to High on Home Grown for a catch up! It has been a while since we have had them on the show so there is a lot to talk about. Including, some new additions to the Mephisto family, some new strains they will be releasing very soon, and some big awards they have won over the last few months! It is always a massive pleasure to have these guys on the show. We have a great conversation and hope to be doing it again ...

In this week’s episode of High on Home Grown, we cover the latest cannabis news from around the world:

• Macky reports on a woman who turned to dealing cannabis after first using it to self-medicate.

• Margaret covers a major political shift as Thailand’s new prime minister, nicknamed the "cannabis king", wins decisively.

• We also dive into new research showing how prenatal cannabis exposure may delay reproductive development ...

In this week’s episode of the Grow Guides, we hand the mic over to you, our listeners! We’ve gathered some of your best questions and dive into a lively discussion on a range of cannabis growing and cannabis culture topics. We chat about SIP (sub-irrigated planter) pots and whether they’re worth it for growers, take a closer look at some popular bits of “bro science” and clear up what’s fact and what’s myth, and weigh up if under-c...

This week on High on Home Grown we cover some big cannabis stories from around the world:

• Macky breaks down a new study showing that people self-medicating with cannabis face a higher risk of paranoia.

• Margaret looks at the decline of cannabis shops in one city as they disappear in the post-high market and the largest UK study into cannabis use explores links between paranoia and poor mental health in the general population...

In this week’s episode of Grow Guides, we tackle some of the most common questions home growers ask:

• How do you choose the best pots or containers for growing cannabis? We break down the pros and cons of fabric pots, plastic pots, and air-pruning containers.

• What’s the difference between regular, feminized, and autoflower seeds? Learn how each type works and which is best for your grow.

• How important is airflow and circul...