High on Home Grown, The Cannabis Podcast

In this episode, I sit down with Rhaukeem Connor, owner of Diamond Tree Dispensary in New York, for a wide-ranging conversation about cannabis, business, politics, and the journey that led him to where he is today.

Rhaukeem shares his personal history with cannabis, including his early experiences, previous run-ins with the law, and how those experiences shaped his views on prohibition and legalisation. We also dive into what it's really like to own and operate a licensed dispensary in New York, discussing the regulations, challenges, and opportunities that come with running a cannabis business in one of the world's most talked-about legal markets.

As the conversation unfolds, we venture into UK cannabis laws, politics, crime, the future of legalisation, and plenty of other interesting tangents that make for a relaxed and thought-provoking discussion.

If you've ever wondered what it's like to run a legal dispensary, or you simply enjoy honest conversations about cannabis and the world around it, this is an interview you won't want to miss.

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This week on High on Home Grown, we cover some of the biggest cannabis and drug policy stories from around the world, along with a brutally honest review of UK medical cannabis.

Macky: Sent in by Lob Barmey: Irish committee recommends decriminalisation of all drug possession for personal use - BBC News 

Smee: Father says NHS approval of cannabis based-medicine for epilepsy is 'nothing special' | LBC

Dr.Margaret:  DEA's youMarijuana Rescheduling Hearing Includes The Wrong Voices (Op-Ed) 

Billy:  Will be doing a news report on ‘Medical Cannabis’  and a strain review with a rant about how fucking shit it is. (possible foul language) Big Narstie Medical AM T23 Ammy Medical Cannabis Flower • 🇬🇧 MedBud® UK 

John: Massachusetts may become first state to reverse marijuana laws | The Independent

In this week's discussion, we examine Ireland's recommendation to decriminalise possession of all drugs for personal use and what this could mean for future drug policy across Europe. We also discuss a father's frustration with the NHS approval process for cannabis-based epilepsy medicine and whether current access is meeting the needs of patients.

Dr. Margaret looks at criticism surrounding the DEA's marijuana rescheduling hearings and the voices being included or excluded from the conversation. Billy gives an unfiltered review of UK medical cannabis, sharing his experiences with a prescribed flower and discussing the improvements many patients still want to see. Finally, John covers proposed changes in Massachusetts that could make it the first US state to roll back parts of its cannabis legislation, raising questions about where reform is heading.

Another packed episode full of cannabis news, medical developments, politics, and plenty of lively discussion from the panel.

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It's Listener Mail time again, and this week the High on Home Grown community keeps the questions coming, covering everything from grow room troubleshooting to podcast ideas, with plenty of laughs in between!

We kick things off by discussing whether LED grow lights really cause calcium and magnesium deficiencies, or if there's more to the story than growers often realise. We also answer questions about transplanting autoflowers, when (or if!) it's worth doing, and the best timing if you decide to give it a try.

The panel also chats about electrical safety in the grow room, how much equipment can realistically be run from a single socket, and why modern LED lighting systems sometimes seem to come with enough cables to wire an entire house! We also discuss whether LED fixtures should be cleaned, how often, and the safest way to keep them running efficiently for years.

Away from the grow room, we answer questions about when outdoor cannabis plants typically begin their stretch in northern climates, whether UK growers should be worried about potential changes to seed laws, and even discuss the possibility of introducing more of Margaret's much-loved story time episodes in the future.

As always, it's another relaxed Listener Mail packed with practical growing advice, community questions, plenty of banter, and the usual dose of Lobby Lobster madness.

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Here are the news stories we covered in thi weeks show:

Macky: Border Force secures its largest ever cannabis seizure - GOV.UK 

Smee: Legalized Cannabis Does Not Increase Consumption - Neuroscience News 

Dr.Margaret:  Scientists found a cannabis compound that relieves pain without the high | ScienceDaily 

John: Supreme Court rules government can’t restrict gun rights for casual drug use

This week we discuss the UK's largest-ever cannabis seizure, examining what it means for enforcement efforts and whether major busts like this have any lasting impact on the cannabis market. We also look at new research suggesting that cannabis legalisation does not lead to increased consumption rates, adding another piece of evidence to an increasingly debated topic.

Dr. Margaret brings exciting medical news as researchers identify a cannabis-derived compound that may provide pain relief without the intoxicating effects typically associated with THC, potentially opening the door to new treatment options. Meanwhile, John covers a significant Supreme Court ruling in the United States involving constitutional rights, drug use, and the limits of government restrictions.

Another packed episode featuring cannabis science, policy, law, and the stories making headlines around the world.

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It's time for another Listener Mail episode, where the High on Home Grown community brings the questions and the panel does its best to provide the answers!

This week we dive into one of the most dreaded topics for growers: powdery mildew, botrytis, and other plant diseases. We discuss how to spot the early warning signs, what conditions allow these problems to thrive, and the steps growers can take to prevent them before they become a crop-ending disaster.

We also answer a fun question about the origin of John's famous "hoooly!" catchphrase, explore why cannabis seeds can seem so expensive despite being produced in huge numbers, and discuss whether the cost is justified by breeding work, stability, testing, and market demand.

The conversation then turns to autoflowers in living soil, where we share tips for getting seedlings established successfully and avoiding some of the common pitfalls that can stunt growth early on. We also touch on the future of growing technology, discussing whether renewable energy-powered grow systems could become more common and affordable for home growers.

As always, it's a relaxed mix of practical growing advice, community banter, and a few laughs at John's expense along the way.

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