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The Circle co-hosts Johnny Apple, Reverend Pirate Frog, Stoney Alpinist, and Howlingbuds welcome back our honorary co-host, the one and only Alebrije, for a hilarious and highly informative episode diving into his highly anticipated new drop and the chaos of the 4th Annual alebrije cannabonsai competition 

Life Updates & Bonsai Insanity

Kicking off the show, the hosts congratulate Howling on the newest member of his family: he has adopted a second Rottweiler, aptly named Ivan von Derp! Howling shares his battle against mold mites that ruined his initial cannabonsai entries, despite using a favorite frog planter. He details his aggressive IPM strategy using Monterey Horticulture oil and Lost Coast, and even considering placing cheese in the soil as a deterrent. 

Alebrije’s Epic Drop: Sunny T

Alebrije shares the details of his upcoming drop, centered around the spectacular new strain: Sunny T. Sunny T boasts an incredibly complex bouquet ranging from gas and heat torch fluid to citrus, lemon-lime, cran-grape juice, baby shampoo, and prevalent pine. The F1 hybrid features Tangy Rainbows crossed with Ronin Gardens’ High Strangeness F5, which includes a Oaxacan landrace lineage.

Hot Sauce, T-Shirts, and Grow Togethers!

The drop includes fantastic collaborations and holiday items: 

• Hot Sauce: The Sunny Tibuhuahua hot sauce, a collab with Sam Sa’House, features Oaxacan chilies, pine-infused vinegar, Aji lemons, and Aji mango peppers.

• Merch: Tie-dye shirts featuring the stealth Alebrije logo, created in collaboration with Ganic’s wife along with ashtrays made by Mrs. Alebrije.

• Holiday Freebie: The Griswald Family Tree seeds (Gamma Cheese x Tangy Tibuguana), which have a holiday fruit cake aroma profile, will be bundled with merch.The hosts also announce the upcoming YAG Grow Together, open to anyone growing an Alebrije strain in celebration of the Sunny T drop beginning after the November 5th drop date.

Our buddy Matfrat joins us to discuss his grow style and his travels to cannabis events

In this episode, we welcome Nik from Rooted Leaf to the Circle to discuss a revolutionary approach to feeding cannabis that is perfect for the homegrower focusing on natural and regenerative inputs. Nik breaks down the science behind carbon-based fertilization and how it is changing the game for increasing potency and yield!

Key Highlights You Won't Want to Miss:

• Carbon as a Macronutrient: Learn why Rooted Leaf treats carbon as the most important macronutrient. Since cannabinoids and terpenes are 80-90% carbon by weight, Nik explains how feeding carbon directly into plant pathways significantly boosts the production of these active metabolites.

• Fertilizer that Feeds Your Soil: Rooted Leaf products are designed to work harmoniously with regenerative and living soil systems. We clarify the common confusion: despite regulatory labeling, their products are not bagged mineral salts. Instead, they are organic complexes manufactured from scratch using fermentation chemistry (e.g., calcium chelate from fermented orange peels), which contributes to and feeds the soil biology.

• Small Pots, Massive Results: Hear directly from Howling who has pulled almost an ounce from a solo cup using Rooted Leaf products, demonstrating how effective this modular product line is even for small pot organics..

• The Gateway Product for Natural Growers: Even if you're running a well-amended living soil, Nik has recommendations for how to incorporate some of the products for immediate results.

• Saving Energy, Boosting Potency: Discover the unique thermodynamic perspective on feeding plants. By providing plants with compounds they would normally have to spend energy making (like a "half-built cell wall"), Rooted Leaf allows them to redirect that saved energy into producing high-energy molecules—cannabinoids and terpenes.

• Natural "Sunscreen" for Your Plants: Nik details how plant extracts rich in anthocyanins (found in their products) can be used as a foliar spray to interact directly with excess light energy, acting like a protective sunscreen. This reduces oxidative stress, allowing home growers to utilize higher light intensities indoors.

• DIY Homebrew Tip: Nik shares his recommended entry-level beneficial input that any homegrower can easily make.

Tune in to get smarter about feeding your plants and elevate your next homegrow!

BGG joins us to discuss his new drop

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Too Tall joins us on this episode of The Circle

Johnny and Rev relive YAG's 3rd birthday party in Chicago,

We talk about Johnny's new tent set up and eventual release of another round of Rev's penny pinch

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 Unleash the Secrets of Living Soil with Luna Whitcomb! 

Get ready to dive deep into the groundbreaking world of terroir, organic cultivation, soil food web, and growing stinky plants in big ass pots with our guest, Luna Whitcomb, on this episode of The Circle!

Luna reveals how every element – from soil composition, light spectrum, and water quality to microbial biodiversity – profoundly influences the genetic expression and aromatic profile of your plants.In this must-listen episode, you'll discover:

• The Science of Terroir: Understand how location, environment, and precise soil building can create truly unique and expressive cannabis.

• Boosting Genetic Potential: Learn how to leverage precursors, co-factors, and beneficial biology to amplify desired aromas and characteristics in your plants, even discussing specific methods to enhance traits like a "blueberry type terp" expression.

• Beyond the Basics: Advanced Inputs & Teas: Explore Luna's innovative use of prebiotic-rich beets for fostering diverse biology, the power of malted barley and sprouted seed teas for enzyme activity, and how to "stage cycle" your compost teas to tailor bacterial and protozoa populations for rapid nutrient cycling.

• The Power of Companion Plants: Hear how integrating plants like alyssum and even aromatic jasmine can naturally enhance growth rates through phytohormones (like methyl jasmonate) and potentially influence terpene communication in your grow space.

Luna candidly shares her journey, from her early hydroponic days to becoming a living soil consultant, emphasizing foundational knowledge like soil mineral balancing theory to avoid common pitfalls (like her infamous "dissolved roots" incident!).

This episode is packed with invaluable insights for both beginners and experienced growers looking to "nerd out" and elevate their craft.

Whether you're curious about maximizing genetic expression or simplifying your approach to organic gardening, Luna's passion and practical expertise will change the way you think about growing.

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Our friend GanjaLlama joins us

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We’re thrilled to fulfill Howling’s goal and be able to have Jinxproof join us on a special edition of the The Circle.

Sit with us as Johnny, Rev, Stoney, and Howling learn more about the man behind creations like 9lb hammer but just as importantly we dive into his positive outlook, glassblowing, dog showing, and more.

We learn about the meaning behind the strain named Shangrila (hint: it relates to Pearl Jam), the massive collection of dunny’s, and the impact a positive mindset can have on your grow and with others.

Sit down, grab a 9lb hammer, and let’s smash through this episode together.

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