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Grow Bud Yourself!

Grow Bud Yourself!

Danny Danko

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Growing your own marijuana can be both a liberating and political act. In this pot-cast former HIGH TIMES Magazine Senior Cultivation Editor and author of the book "Cannabis: A Beginner's Guide to Growing Marijuana" Danny Danko and co-host former HT Editor-in-Chief Mike Gianakos provide news, activism reports and cannabis cultivation tips for connoisseurs, aficionados and medical patients alike. Bonus: Interviews with expert growers and professional seed breeders, 'Strain of the Week' and ganja growing questions & answers. Get bonus content on Patreon

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Growing your own cannabis can be both a liberating and political act. In this pot-cast, former High Times Magazine Senior Cultivation Editor Danny Danko and co-host former HT Editor-In-Chief Mike Gianakos provide news, activism reports and cannabis cultivation tips for connoisseurs, aficionados and medical patients alike. Bonus: Interviews with expert growers and professional seed breeders, 'Strain of the Week' and ganja growing questions & answers. If you like Free Weed, you're gonna love Grow Bud Yourself!

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How much overpriced mids must a person smoke, before they decide to make a change? The answer my friend, is growing your own weed - the answer is in episode 125 of Grow bud Yourself!


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.


Episode 125 is brought to you by:

Seeds Here Now (use code DANKOSHIP for free shipping on all orders)

Prime Superior (use code PS420 for 15% off your entire order)

Purple Rose Supply (use code GBY20 for 20% off your order)

Suite Leaf Plant Nutrients (use code DANKO15 for 15% off)

Excelsior Extracts THC-infused Pain Relief Rub


Time Codes:

03:05 - Intro

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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Grow Bud Yourself! - Grow Bud Yourself Episode 126 - Guest: Luna Whitcomb
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01/19/24 • 65 min

Danny Danny Danny can’t you see, sometimes your weed just hypnotizes me, and I just love growing the best top-shelf, that's why I'm listening to episode 126 of Grow Bud Yourself!


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.


Episode 126 is brought to you by:

Seeds Here Now (use code DANKOSHIP for free shipping on all orders)

Prime Superior (use code PS420 for 15% off your entire order)

Purple Rose Supply (use code GBY20 for 20% off your order)

Suite Leaf Plant Nutrients (use code DANKO15 for 15% off)

Excelsior Extracts THC-infused Pain Relief Rub


Time Codes:

02:47 - Intro

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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Grow Bud Yourself! - Grow Bud Yourself Episode 50
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04/17/21 • 54 min

Episode 50 of Grow Bud Yourself emerges from fertile soil to reach for the sunshine!


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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Episode 50 is brought to you by:

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Diamond Cut Co trimming scissors (use code DANKO20 for 20% off)

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Grow Bud Yourself! - Grow Bud Yourself Episode 48
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04/02/21 • 68 min

Episode 48 celebrates a new dawn and a new day to grow your own free weed and share with friends!


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.


Episode 48 is brought to you by:

Suite Leaf Plant Nutrients (use code DANKO15 for 15% off)

Diamond Cut Co trimming scissors (use code DANKO20 for 20% off)

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Grow Bud Yourself! - Grow Bud Yourself Episode 47
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03/27/21 • 42 min

Episode 47 shines bright like a THCA diamond with illuminating info on growing your own (almost) free weed.


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.


Episode 47 is brought to you by:

Suite Leaf Plant Nutrients (use code DANKO15 for 15% off)

Diamond Cut Co trimming scissors (use code DANKO20 for 20% off)

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Grow Bud Yourself! - Grow Bud Yourself Episode 49
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04/10/21 • 70 min

Episode 49 of Grow Bud Yourself broadcasts cannabis cultivation information to improve your weed growing game.


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.


Episode 49 is brought to you by:

Rocket Seeds Cannabis Seeds

Suite Leaf Plant Nutrients (use code DANKO15 for 15% off)

Diamond Cut Co trimming scissors (use code DANKO20 for 20% off)

Excelsior Extracts THC-infused Pain Relief Rub

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Grow Bud Yourself! - Free Weed: Episode 65

Free Weed: Episode 65

Grow Bud Yourself!

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06/24/14 • 65 min

Episode 65 of HIGH TIMES Presents Free Weed from Danny Danko features a preview of the August issue of HT, an interview with Jackie “The Joke Man” Martling, Strain of the Fortnight, a look inside the incredible Indoor Acre growroom and, of course, cultivation Q&A. Visit our sponsors: BC Northern Lights and Gorilla Seed Bank. Get bonus content on Patreon

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Grow Bud Yourself! - Grow Bud Yourself Episode 46
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03/22/21 • 70 min

Episode 46 springs forth from warming soil with complimentary cannabis, aka Free Weed, for all.


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.


Episode 46 is brought to you by:

Suite Leaf Plant Nutrients (use code DANKO15 for 15% off)

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Grow Bud Yourself! - Grow Bud Yourself Episode 45
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03/12/21 • 68 min

Episode 45 blasts through thick topsoil to bring you the latest cannabis growing information to produce practically free weed.


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.


Episode 45 is brought to you by:

Suite Leaf Plant Nutrients (use code DANKO15 for 15% off)

Diamond Cut Co trimming scissors (use code DANKO20 for 20% off)

Excelsior Extracts THC-infused Pain Relief Rub.

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Grow Bud Yourself! - Grow Bud Yourself Episode 129 - Guest: James Bean
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03/09/24 • 73 min

Now this is a story all about when, my life got hip and I grew again & again, I'd like to take a minute just sit right there, episode 129 of Grow Bud Yourself will make you quite aware...


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.


Episode 129 is brought to you by:

Seeds Here Now (use code DANKOSHIP for free shipping on all orders)

Prime Superior (use code PS420 for 15% off your entire order)

Suite Leaf Plant Nutrients (use code DANKO15 for 15% off)

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FAQ

How many episodes does Grow Bud Yourself! have?

Grow Bud Yourself! currently has 242 episodes available.

What topics does Grow Bud Yourself! cover?

The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Marijuana, Cannabis, Podcasts, Technology and Weed.

What is the most popular episode on Grow Bud Yourself!?

The episode title 'Grow Bud Yourself Episode 125 - Guest: Michael Fang of Gage Green Group' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Grow Bud Yourself!?

The average episode length on Grow Bud Yourself! is 67 minutes.

How often are episodes of Grow Bud Yourself! released?

Episodes of Grow Bud Yourself! are typically released every 9 days, 1 hour.

When was the first episode of Grow Bud Yourself!?

The first episode of Grow Bud Yourself! was released on Aug 1, 2011.

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