What’s going on everyone—welcome back to Finding the Funk. I’m your host, Jtownfunk.

Today’s guest is someone who’s helped shape Missouri’s cannabis culture through community, competition, and straight passion for the plant. Coming out of Columbia, Missouri, you probably know him as GrowingWithJustin—the mind behind some of the state’s most talked-about events, including the Frost Bowl and the Hash & Glass competition.

Justin isn’t just about growing fire—he’s about bringing people together, pushing quality forward, and creating spaces where growers, hash makers, and artists can all connect. In this episode, we’re diving into how it all started, what it really takes to throw events like these, and where Missouri cannabis is headed next.

So sit back, spark up if that’s your thing, and let’s get into it—this is Finding the Funk with GrowingWithJustin.”

In this New Year check-in episode of Finding the Funk, Jtownfunk kicks things off by wishing everyone a Happy New Year and sharing what he’s been up to lately. The conversation dives into recent competitions, ongoing pheno hunts, and what’s been catching his eye in the garden. Jtownfunk talks about what he’s hunting for, lessons learned along the way, and the direction he’s heading as the year gets underway. A laid-back but insightful episode focused on growth, the plant, and continuing to push the culture forward.

🎙️ New Episode of Finding the Funk is live!

This week I sat down with Hashmaster Luke (@roaringsolventless) and Kyle (@backcountryresin) to break down our trip to Maine for the Culture Cup hosted by Hunter from @hiddenforestfarms 🌲🔥

We talked about:
🍁 The Maine scene & community
🍴 The food (of course)
🏆 The competition and what made it special

Tap in to hear the full story and vibe with us

Born and raised in South St. Louis, Phantom Cultivation has built a name in Missouri’s cannabis scene as a passionate grower, skilled washer, and true lover of the plant. Formerly behind the brand Dub City Gas, Phantom has evolved his craft and now operates as Phantom Cultivation, producing heat that’s been recognized with back-to-back Missouri rosin competition wins. With roots in the local community and collaborations with other makers, Phantom brings a blend of authenticity, experience, and passion for solventless culture to everything he does.

This episode features HanksDank, the mastermind behind Aroma Grows. He is a passionate grower, breeder, and hash maker dedicated to crafting standout terpene profiles. Known for his relentless drive to innovate, HanksDank pushes the envelope with every new genetic line, always aiming to satisfy both flower connoisseurs and hash heads alike. Whether its through unique crosses of flavored-forward selections, he's on a mission to elevate the experience of cannabis from seed to solventless.

On this episode of Finding the Funk, I sit down with OPE Organics and BackCountryResin to recap our recent trip to Manistee, Michigan for the Resin Rivals Competition.

We chopped it up about:

The charm of Manistee and its chill vibes

The Resin Rivals event & how it went down

Our entries and what made them special

A wild story from Electric Forrest.

Today on Finding the Funk, I’m joined by a maker who’s been making serious waves in the Missouri hash scene—Luke from Roaring Waters Solventless. Known for his clean technique, fire washes, and commitment to the craft, Luke has quickly become one of the most respected names in solventless. In just the last couple years, he’s racked up multiple competition wins and even landed a top 5 finish in an international contest. But it all started with a passion for the plant and a drive to do things the right way. We’re going to dig into his journey from the very beginning up to his recent wins and where Roaring Waters is heading next.

Today on Finding the Funk, we're sitting down with Ricky, the founder of Riverview Living Soils. Based of out Columbia, Missouri, Ricky is making serious waves in the world of organic cultivation with his handcrafted, biologically rich living soil. What started as a passion project rooted in regenerative rowing practices has quickly evolves into one of the most respected up-and-coming soil brands in the game. Ricky's mission is simple: build soil that feeds the plant-and the planet. With a deep understanding of soil biology, sustainability, and the planet. With a deep understanding, and the needs of craft cultivators, he's pushing the envelope and helping growers unlock the full potential of their gardens, on microbe at a time.

Welcome to Episode 9 of Finding The Funk! Today's guest is none other than Mo Stanky Dank- a passionate cannabis grower and genetics breeder who's dedicated to cultivating top tier strains and pushing the boundaries of cannabis innovation. As the host of "On The Grass Podcast", Mo brings a vibrant, unfiltered energy to the community, diving deep into the worlds of brands, influencer, and the culture that shapes our industry. With a knack for sparking conversations and connecting with people behind the plant. Mo is a dynamic voice in the space- blending deep knowledge with a true love for getting a little weird with like minded enthusiasts. Tap in you are not gonna want to miss this one!

On this episode of Finding The Funk, I'm joined by none other than Masonic Smoker-a world renowned breeder whose name rings out from LA to Lisbon. Known for his iconic Wilson crosses and a breeding style rooted in natural selection. Masonic has built a global following of growers and competitors who swear by his work. From preserving funky terps profiles to pushing the culture forward, he's not just a breeder he's a movement. Let's get into the roots, the realness, and the hustle behind the man himself.