Get ready to roll into the wild world of cannabis genetics with the Alexandria Irons as your guide! From the OG Kush saga to the quirky realm of triploid cannabis, this episode is a potpourri of laughs and insights. Discover why preserving ancient landrace strains is like keeping a treasure trove of weed wisdom. And hey, forget about those tired old categories like indica and sativa – we're breaking the green ceiling! Whether you're a backyard bud enthusiast or dreaming of becoming the next ganja guru, this episode's got nuggets of wisdom for everyone. So grab your gardening gloves and join the Queen of the Sungrown for a pot-tastic adventure!
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Host:
—>Alexandria Irons [https://www.queenofthesungrown.com/]
Featured Guests:
—>Jeff Lowenfels [https://www.jefflowenfels.com/]
—>Ben Lind Co-Owner of The Humboldt Seed Company - [https://humboldtseedcompany.com/]
—>Dr Gary Yates
Key Takeaways:
OG Kush: It's like the Beyoncé of weed – iconic and unstoppable.
Triploid Cannabis: Faster, stronger, and more resistant – it's like the superhero version of your favorite strain.
Landrace Strains: Think of them as the ancient ancestors of your favorite greenery – preserving them is like saving the world, one bud at a time.
Indica vs. Sativa: Forget about labels, man! It's all about the vibe, not the tribe.
Outdoor Growing: From choosing the perfect strain to prepping your soil, it's like hosting the ultimate garden party for your buds.
Chapters:
*00:00 - Let's kick off this green adventure!
*00:44 - Growing OG Kush and Triploids: Where we delve into the secrets of growing the OG legends and those funky triploid strains.
*07:28 - Influence and Popularity of OG Kush: It's like the rockstar of the cannabis world – let's bask in its glory.
*08:48 - Discovery, Controversy, & Benefits of Triploid Cannabis: From "Eureka!" moments to eyebrow-raising controversies, and the perks of growing triple-threat plants.
*13:37 - Preserving Land Race Strains & The Importance of Genetic Diversity: Because saving ancient strains is like being the guardian of weed wisdom, and genetic diversity is the spice of life!
*20:35 - Choosing the Right Strains for Your Region: Let's play matchmaker between strains and environments – it's like Tinder for plants!
*23:03 - Understanding & Working with Land Races: Unraveling the mysteries of traditional strains and getting down and dirty with ancient genetics.
*27:34 - The Genetic Diversity of Cannabis: Let's celebrate the kaleidoscope of weed genetics – it's like a cannabis family reunion!
*30:26 - Reevaluating the Indica-Sativa Classification: Time to shake up the old-school labels and embrace the full spectrum of effects.
*33:20 - The Importance of Genetic Diversity in Breeding: Because innovation thrives on diversity – let's mix things up in the breeding lab!
*35:05 - Choosing Genetics for Your Environment: From snowy mountains to sunny beaches, let's pick the perfect strains for every setting.
*51:11 - Understanding the Indica-Afganica Classification: Let's decode the cannabis code and explore regional variations.
*55:16 - Exploring the Sativa-Indica Classification: It's like diving into the yin and yang of cannabis effects – let's find our balance!
*57:00 - The Origins and Adaptations of Cannabis Ruderalis: From the underdog of the cannabis world to its quirky adaptations – it's Ruderalis time!
*01:08:25 - Growing Auto-flowering Strains in Challenging Climates: Because even cannabis plants need to adapt – let's thrive in tough conditions!
*01:18:32 - Guidance on conducting the BLAZE Project: It's like being a cannabis detective – let's crack the code on strain performance!
*01:22:24 - Choosing Strains for Bubble Hash Production: Let's bubble up some fun and pick the perfect strains for those resinous delights!
*01:27:03 - Update on the BLAZE Project: Get your magnifying glass ready – it's time for a project update!
*01:29:16 - Next Week: Preparing Soil for Outdoor Growing: Get your gardening gloves ready – we're diving into the dirt next week!
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Episode 4 References
*Hip-Hop’s Favorite Weed Strains, By The Numbers | Genius [https://genius.com/a/hip-hops-favorite-weed-strains-by-the-numbers]
*OG Kush Cannabis Strain Information & Review (ilovegrowingmarijuana.com) [https://www.ilovegrowingmarijuana.com/strains/og-kush/]
*A classification of endangered high-THC cannabis (Cannabis sativa subsp. indica) domesticates and their wild relatives Paper [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7148385/]
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