High on Home Grown, The Cannabis Podcast

Police Commander Fired Over Drug Test | Cannabis Smuggled as Candles | Decriminalising Bong Water? | UK Review Sparks Debate | Cannabis News Episode 166

In this week's episode of High on Home Grown, Macky, Billy, and John break down the top cannabis news stories from the UK and beyond:

• Macky covers a major scandal in UK policing, as Commander Julian Bennett is sacked (again) after refusing to take a drug test. He also dives into two bizarre UK busts: one involving the kingpin of a cannabis factory network in Birmingham, and another where cannabis was smuggled into Cardiff disguised as Yankee Candles.

• Billy discusses the upcoming ACMD review of cannabis-based medicines and how the UK cannabis industry is reacting—some calling it progress, others fearing more red tape.

• John brings updates from the US, where Minnesota lawmakers have voted to decriminalize bong water, and Colorado's governor signs off on new marijuana and psychedelics legislation.

Unfortunately, Margaret couldn’t join us this week, but we’ve still got a packed episode of cannabis news and commentary.

Join us for laughs, insights, and a look at how cannabis laws and culture are evolving across the world.

Come and join in the discussion about any of these news articles on our cannabis growing forum, Discord server, or any of your favourite social networks. Visit our website for links. 

Website: https://highonhomegrown.com
Discord: https://discord.gg/sqYGkF4xyQ
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/highonhomegrown

Thank you for downloading and listening to our cannabis podcast! I hope you enjoy this episode.

SCROG vs SOG: Which Training Method is Best for Bigger Cannabis Yields? | Grow Guides Episode 45

In this week's episode of Grow Guides, we explore two of the most popular cannabis training techniques: SCROG (Screen of Green) and SOG (Sea of Green). Whether you're looking to maximize your yield, save space, or reduce veg time, one of these methods might be perfect for your grow.

We cover everything you need to know, including:

• What is SCROG and how does it work?

• How to set up a SCROG net and train your plants effectively

• What is SOG and why is it great for quick harvests?

• The pros and cons of each method

• Best strains for SCROG and SOG

• Which grow style is best for your grow space and goals?

Tune in to learn which method could help you get the most out of your cannabis plants!

If you have any questions you'd like us to answer in next week's episode, reach out to us through your favourite social network, join our Discord server, or visit Percy's Grow Room for more. Links are available on our website—don’t miss out!

Website: https://highonhomegrown.com
Discord: https://discord.gg/sqYGkF4xyQ
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/highonhomegrown

Thank you for downloading and listening to our cannabis podcast! I hope you have enjoyed this episode.

Chilling with the Legendary, Jorge Cervantes

Jorge is a man who needs no introduction. He’s been on the show many times before and is a great friend of the HOHG crew.

In this episode, we dive into the ongoing issues facing the cannabis industry in California and how heavy-handed regulations are holding it back. Jorge shares what it’s like to live life as one of the most recognized figures in the cannabis world, and what it means to him to have inspired so many growers over the decades.

We also chat about who inspires him in today’s cannabis scene, and how the landscape has changed since he first got started over 50 years ago!

It’s always a pleasure to speak with Jorge, and this is another great conversation with a true icon. We hope you enjoy the interview as much as we did.

If you have any suggestions for guest to be on our cannabis podcast then please feel free to contact us on our website, Discord server, or any of your favourite social networks. Visit our website for links. 

Website: https://highonhomegrown.com
Discord: https://discord.gg/sqYGkF4xyQ
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/highonhomegrown

Thank you for downloading and listening to our cannabis podcast! 

UK to Decimalise Cannabis? Or Put it on the Same Level As Crack? WTF is Going on?! | Haribo Recalls Products After Potential Contamination | Cannabis and Gun Ownership | Cannabis News 165

In this week’s episode of High on Home Grown, the panel covers the latest cannabis headlines from the UK, US, and Europe:

• Macky covers the controversial push from the Wiltshire Police and Crime Commissioner, who supports reclassifying cannabis as a Class A drug in the UK. (Source: BBC News)

• In contrast, London’s Mayor backs a new report calling for cannabis decriminalisation, showing deep divisions in UK cannabis policy. (Source: BBC News)

• Haribo issues a recall in the Netherlands after cannabis was found in one of their products. (Source: BBC News)

• A new study finds potential health risks from both smoking cannabis and eating edibles, particularly for cardiovascular health.

• John discusses how Kentucky’s Governor has launched a dispensary map ahead of the state’s medical cannabis rollout and waived renewal fees for patients.

• Also in the US, the Trump administration still hasn’t decided whether to challenge the major Supreme Court case linking marijuana use and gun ownership.

Join us as we break down these important stories and what they mean for cannabis users and the industry worldwide!

Come and join in the discussion about any of these news articles on our cannabis growing forum, Discord server, or any of your favourite social networks. Visit our website for links. 

Website: https://highonhomegrown.com
Discord: https://discord.gg/sqYGkF4xyQ
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/highonhomegrown

Thank you for downloading and listening to our cannabis podcast! I hope you enjoy this episode.

Revegging Flowering Plants | 24 Hours of Light per Day | Renewing Carbon Filters | Listener Mail Special Episode | Cannabis Grow Guides Episode 44

In this week’s episode of Grow Guides, we have a special Listener Mail episode!

We answer a bunch of great questions sent in by our listeners, covering a wide range of cannabis growing topics. We dive into:

• How to reveg flowering cannabis plants and how long the process takes

• Whether 24 hours of light per day is too much for cannabis plants, and if they really need a dark period

• What to do with old carbon filters — do you always need to replace them, or can they be repaired?

We tackle these questions and many more in this packed episode! As always, if you have any questions you'd like us to cover in a future show, feel free to reach out via the Discord server, Percy’s Grow Room, or email — all the contact details are in the outro of the show.

Thanks for listening, and we hope you enjoy the episode!

If you have any questions you'd like us to answer in next week's episode, reach out to us through your favourite social network, join our Discord server, or visit Percy's Grow Room for more. Links are available on our website—don’t miss out!

Website: https://highonhomegrown.com
Discord: https://discord.gg/sqYGkF4xyQ
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/highonhomegrown

Thank you for downloading and listening to our cannabis podcast! I hope you have enjoyed this episode.

Worm Farming and Organic Growing with GW Orton, Forum Member and Podcast Listener

GW is an experienced organic grower and worm farmer, and with our recent series on organic living soil, he reached out to share his knowledge and experiences with the community.

We have a great chat where we cover a wide range of topics, from the ins and outs of worm farming and the bizarre regulations that come with it, to growing cannabis organically and how changes in the law have shaped public perception of cannabis in Canada.

It’s a laid-back, insightful conversation packed with useful info for anyone interested in organic growing. We hope you enjoy it as much as we did!

If you have any suggestions for guest to be on our cannabis podcast then please feel free to contact us on our website, Discord server, or any of your favourite social networks. Visit our website for links. 

Website: https://highonhomegrown.com
Discord: https://discord.gg/sqYGkF4xyQ
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/highonhomegrown

Thank you for downloading and listening to our cannabis podcast! 

Solo Show with Macky | Trump Admin Eyes Psychedelics Legalisation? | Ex Pro Footballers £600k Cannabis Bust | Texas THC Ban | Modern Slavery in the UK | Cannabis News Episode 164

In this week’s episode of High on Home Grown, Macky flies solo to bring you the latest cannabis news from around the world:

• The FDA Commissioner under the Trump administration says exploring psychedelic medicine is a “top priority” moving forward. (Source: Marijuana Moment)

• Former footballer Jay Emmanuel-Thomas admits to plotting to smuggle £600k worth of cannabis. (Source: BBC News)

• The Texas House passes a bill banning the sale and possession of THC cannabis products, raising serious concerns for patients and hemp business owners.

• In a powerful ruling, modern slaves found in a UK cannabis farm have been acquitted, highlighting the human trafficking issues behind some illicit grows. (Source: Doughty Street Chambers)

• And in Canada, the cannabis industry is thriving—but budtenders say they're not being paid fairly, raising questions about wage equity in the booming sector.

Join Macky for this solo deep dive into the week’s biggest cannabis headlines and stories that matter to the global cannabis community.

Come and join in the discussion about any of these news articles on our cannabis growing forum, Discord server, or any of your favourite social networks. Visit our website for links. 

Website: https://highonhomegrown.com
Discord: https://discord.gg/sqYGkF4xyQ
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/highonhomegrown

Thank you for downloading and listening to our cannabis podcast! I hope you enjoy this episode.

Homemade Nutrients for Cannabis Plants | Cannabis Grow Guides Episode 43

In this week's Grow Guides, we explore how to make your own organic nutrients at home to feed your cannabis plants naturally and effectively. Whether you’re trying to save money, grow more sustainably, or just prefer to know exactly what’s going into your soil, this episode is packed with practical advice and recipes.

We cover:

• Why make your own nutrients instead of buying bottled feeds

• Popular organic methods like compost teas, worm castings, banana peel teas, and fermented fruit juices (FFJ)

• How to brew your own lactobacillus serum and Jadam microbial solution (JMS)

• What ingredients and equipment you’ll need

• How to apply homemade feeds safely without overfeeding

• Tips for adjusting your DIY nutrients to suit different stages of growth

• Common mistakes to avoid when working with living microbes and homemade mixes

Learn how to boost plant health, enhance terpene and cannabinoid production, and grow better buds—without relying on commercial nutrients.

If you have any questions you'd like us to answer in next week's episode, reach out to us through your favourite social network, join our Discord server, or visit Percy's Grow Room for more. Links are available on our website—don’t miss out!

Website: https://highonhomegrown.com
Discord: https://discord.gg/sqYGkF4xyQ
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/highonhomegrown

Thank you for downloading and listening to our cannabis podcast! I hope you have enjoyed this episode.

David Johnson, AKA Doktor High, Cannabis Content Creator and Lifestyle Coach

This week’s interview is with a new friend of the show, David Johnson, aka Doktor High!
Doktor High is a cannabis content creator and lifestyle coach who has been involved in the cannabis industry for decades, working across many areas of the scene. His latest venture explores the cutting edge of technology, using AI to create music and cannabis-related content.

In this episode, we dive into the rise of AI, how tools like ChatGPT are helping creators, and we also talk about a powerful music-generation tool called Suno. This was a fun and insightful conversation, where we learned a lot about how AI can be used to produce original content, whether you're into cannabis, music, or anything else creative.

So give it a listen, and maybe even get inspired to try making something with the help of your own AI assistant. The future is here!

If you have any suggestions for guest to be on our cannabis podcast then please feel free to contact us on our website, Discord server, or any of your favourite social networks. Visit our website for links. 

Website: https://highonhomegrown.com
Discord: https://discord.gg/sqYGkF4xyQ
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/highonhomegrown

Thank you for downloading and listening to our cannabis podcast! 

Shatter Cannabis 'Triple Threat' | QR Code Drug Trade in UK | Cannabis Tax Funds UBI for Families in New Mexico | Stupid Case Where Basketball Player Faces Firing Squad! | Cannabis News Episode 163

In this week’s episode of High on Home Grown, we dive into some of the most shocking and important cannabis stories from around the world:

• Macky explores the growing concern over "shatter cannabis", a highly potent extract described as a "triple threat" due to its strength, flammability, and appeal to young users. (Source: ITV News Tyne Tees)

• He also follows up on the tragic Benwell cannabis lab explosion, where Reece Galbraith has been jailed after two people died in the blast. (Source: BBC News)

• A bizarre and alarming trend emerges as QR code stickers found on UK streets are linked to a new wave of online drug trade activity.

• Margaret reports on a positive development in the U.S., where a marijuana tax is funding $750 monthly payments to families in New Mexico with no strings attached.

• She also covers a deeply troubling story out of Indonesia, where an American basketball player faces the death penalty by firing squad after allegedly trying to smuggle cannabis candy.

Join us as we unpack these headlines and discuss their impact on cannabis users, policy, and culture around the world.

Come and join in the discussion about any of these news articles on our cannabis growing forum, Discord server, or any of your favourite social networks. Visit our website for links. 

Website: https://highonhomegrown.com
Discord: https://discord.gg/sqYGkF4xyQ
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/highonhomegrown

Thank you for downloading and listening to our cannabis podcast! I hope you enjoy this episode.

How to Build a Raised Bed for Growing Cannabis in Horizonal Living Soil | Cannabis Grow Guides Episode 42

In this week's episode of our Cannabis Grow Guides, we dive into the art of building your very own indoor raised bed for growing cannabis using the horizonal living soil method! Whether you're looking to take your organic growing to the next level or want to set up a low-maintenance, high-quality soil system for long-term success, this episode has everything you need.

We’ll walk you through:

• Choosing the right size and space for your raised bed indoors

• What materials to use and how to build your frame

• How to layer your living soil “horizontally”, just like the forest floor

• The importance of mulch, fungi, and worms in your soil

• How to maintain your bed through a full grow cycle

• Tips on watering, topdressing, and managing pests in living soil systems

This is Part 3 of our Living Soil Mini-Series, so if you missed Part 1 and 2 about making your own living soil and compost, be sure to check that out too!

Tune in, learn how to build your bed from the ground up (literally), and grow healthier, tastier buds — the natural way 🌱

If you have any questions you'd like us to answer in next week's episode, reach out to us through your favourite social network, join our Discord server, or visit Percy's Grow Room for more. Links are available on our website—don’t miss out!

Website: https://highonhomegrown.com
Discord: https://discord.gg/sqYGkF4xyQ
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/highonhomegrown

Thank you for downloading and listening to our cannabis podcast! I hope you have enjoyed this episode.

Sergio Martinez, CEO and Founder of Blimburn Seeds

In this week’s interview, we chat with Sergio Martinez, the founder and CEO of Blimburn Seeds. Blimburn started way back in the early 2000s and has grown to become one of the biggest cannabis seed providers in the world, selling millions of seeds across the USA, Europe, and even Russia!

We talk about how the company got started, why Sergio decided to get involved in the cannabis industry, and the types of strains and cultivars Blimburn offers today.

It’s a really fun and insightful conversation with a cool guy, you're going to enjoy this one. So roll a few fat ones and join us for the session as always!

If you have any suggestions for guest to be on our cannabis podcast then please feel free to contact us on our website, Discord server, or any of your favourite social networks. Visit our website for links. 

Website: https://highonhomegrown.com
Discord: https://discord.gg/sqYGkF4xyQ
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/highonhomegrown

Thank you for downloading and listening to our cannabis podcast!