Grateful Nerd Collective

This week, our good friend Tootall joins Grateful and Nerd for a special Halloween episode! We're diving into two mind-bending horror films, Backrooms and Obsession, breaking down their stories, hidden details, unsettling themes, and the theories that keep us thinking long after the credits roll. From the endless, nightmarish spaces of Backrooms to the disturbing psychological twists of Obsession,...

This week on TGNS, we're joined by Alebrije Genetics to talk about his decision to take a break from the seed game and what's coming with his final seed drop. We get into the future of Alebrije Genetics, what led to the decision to step away, and what's next for the man behind the genetics. Grateful Nerd: https://gratefulnerd.com Alebrije Genetics: https://alebrijegenetics.com

This week on The Grateful Nerd Show, Grateful tells us all about his anniversary getaway to a cabin deep in the Vermont woods that turned out to be a moldy nightmare. Nothing says romance quite like a questionable cabin in the middle of nowhere. Meanwhile, Nerd gets into the Halloween spirit with stories from family trips to local haunted attractions, scare parks, and all the seasonal chaos that c...

This week on The Grateful Nerd Show, Grateful is back from Muddy Roots 2026 and has stories to tell. We get into his experience at the festival, the bands he caught, the people he met, the Muddy Roots atmosphere, and everything else that comes with spending a weekend surrounded by loud music and camping. Keep Up With Grateful Nerd YouTube:   @gratefulnerdcollective  Instagram: https://www.instagra...

This week on The Grateful Nerd Show, we’re joined by Alebrije to talk about one of the community’s favorite yearly traditions: making the trip to the Alebrije Pop-Up Party. We get into how the gathering came together, what makes the Maine trip so special, and how it has grown into something the community looks forward to every year. More than just a party, it’s a chance for people from across the...

This week on The Grateful Nerd Show, we’re getting hyped for a big weekend ahead at the Alebrije Pop-Up Party! We talk about what we’re looking forward to, what we’re bringing, and why this is shaping up to be one hell of a weekend. We also recap Grateful’s trip to the 2026 Drew Estate Barn Smoker — a full day of cigars, tobacco, food, and hanging out with the Drew Estate crew and cigar community....

This week on The Grateful Nerd Show, we’re joined by JerBear to talk about his journey into making his own soil from the ground up. We get into what pushed him to start building his own soil, what he’s learned along the way, and how his approach has evolved through experimentation, research, and plenty of hands-on experience. More Grateful Nerd: https://gratefulnerd.com

On this episode of The Grateful Nerd Show, Corey from Phocas Seeds joins us to look back on our trip to the Capitaland Pipe Show. We talk about some of the standout pipe tobaccos we sampled, the vendors we met, the atmosphere of the show, and why events like this are such an important part of keeping the pipe community alive. Along the way, we dive into collecting pipes, discovering new blends, an...

This week on Grateful Nerd, we're taking it easy with a laid-back conversation about everything happening in our lives and gardens. We kick things off with an update on our outdoor vegetable gardens and what's growing this season before Nerd shares his latest obsession—diving headfirst into the world of pipe tobacco and trying a variety of blends in search of his favorites. Then, with Father's Day...

This week on The Grateful Nerd Show, we're joined by Alebrije Genetics for a laid-back conversation about community, cultivation, and the events bringing growers together. We discuss the upcoming Maine get-together, what attendees can expect, and why these grassroots gatherings have become such an important part of the community. Grateful and Nerd also take some time to look back on the recent Gra...

Listen to Part 2 Over At Phocas Seedcast: https://phocasseeds.com/phocas-seed-cast/ This week on The Grateful Nerd Show, we're joined by Phocas Seeds to recap the upcoming annual Grateful Nerd BBQ and meetup, where growers, breeders, and community members come together for a laid-back day of conversation and connection. We also dive into a topic that generates a lot of discussion in the cultivatio...

This week on The Grateful Nerd Show, it’s just Nerd and Grateful hanging out for a home episode. We’re talking summer garden plans, what we’re growing this season, projects we’ve got cooking, and getting hyped for our upcoming BBQ hangout with the growmie crew.   Website: https://gratefulnerd.com

This week on The Grateful Nerd Show, we sit down with Catamount Seeds to talk about life in the nursery world, the busy spring season in the Northeast, and the process behind breeding cannabis genetics. We get into house plants, gardening culture, plant selection, and what it takes to balance running a nursery while working on breeding projects. Phocas Seeds Official Website: https://phocasseeds.c...

This week on The Grateful Nerd Show, we linked up with BGG from Greenguy Genetics to break down his upcoming Star Wars-themed seed box set, dropping on May 4th. The timing isn’t accidental—this one’s clearly built for growers who appreciate a little galaxy-brained creativity in their garden. Joining him was one of his testers—and a familiar name in the community—Jerbear, who brought a real grower’...

This week on The Grateful Nerd Show, we’re joined by new friend and community member The Smoke Ring. We dive into how he got started in gardening, his experience growing tobacco, and the lessons he’s picked up along the way. Meanwhile, Nerd is deep in the trenches trying to troubleshoot his autopot setup—what’s working, what’s not, and what he’s learning as he goes.     Listen + Learn More: 🌱 Gro...

This week on The Grateful Nerd Show, it’s just Grateful and Nerd kicking it old school with a laid-back catch-up episode. They dive into what’s been going on in their gardens, share some real-world tips for surviving (and escaping) trim jail, and talk through what’s been working—and what hasn’t. Outside the grow, they get into what they’ve been watching, listening to, and playing lately, covering...

In this episode of The Grateful Nerd Show, we’re joined by Endo from The Slow Lane and Dolly from DollySmokesDank for a laid-back conversation about organic growing, community, and the culture around it. We break down our shared approach to organic cannabis cultivation, why soil and natural inputs matter, and how slowing things down can actually lead to better results. We also recap our experience...

This week’s episode brings together two Connecticut small business owners deeply rooted in the cultivation community. Phocas Seeds and Medatron Homegrown join the conversation to discuss their upcoming seed swap event, the value of grassroots networking, and the expanding ecosystem of grower-focused events and educational opportunities happening throughout the CT area. About the Guests Phocas Seed...

This week on Havin’ a Wonderful Time, Paranoid Grower hosts the show’s first-ever dual-guest episode featuring BadgersBunk and Jay Sa. The conversation dives into shared experiences from past events they’ve attended together, highlighting memorable moments, behind-the-scenes stories, and the friendships built along the way. The episode also introduces a special “Face Off” edition of The HAWT Seat,...

This week on The Grateful Nerd Show, we’re joined by community-favorite breeder Greenguy Genetics. We dive into his newest drop, the ideas behind the release, and what growers can expect from the latest genetics. The conversation covers breeding philosophy, trait selection, and how modern cultivars are evolving for today’s home grower. We also catch up on what’s been happening behind the scenes —...

This week on The Grateful Nerd Show, Grateful and Nerd are joined by community favorite CosmicConch for a wide-ranging conversation rooted in natural farming, hands-on learning, and grower curiosity. We dig into fermenting techniques and how growers are using ferments as part of natural and regenerative gardening practices, talk about what’s currently happening in our gardens, and share real-world...

This week on HAWT, we’ve got community favorite Birdy Durger in the building! Birdy and Paranoid kick it about gardening, favorite concerts, and Birdy’s undying love for pop punk.  ⚠️ Disclaimer: This channel is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Gardening methods, cultivation techniques, and product discussions are based on personal experience and research. Always follow local laws,...

This week on Havin’ A Wonderful Time, Paranoid sits down with community favorite Chaos Goblin for a laid-back conversation about his gardening journey, life in a band, and the concerts that shaped him. Good vibes, good stories, and plenty of laughs. Roll up and hang out with the growmies. ⚠️ Disclaimer: This channel is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Gardening methods, cultivation...

This week on Havin’ A Wonderful Time, Paranoid is joined by community favorite Chic for a laid-back episode packed with grow talk, cultivar hype, and concert stories. Chic shares what they’ve been working on in the garden lately, what’s been going well, and the little lessons you only learn from real hands-on growing. The two also dive into favorite cultivars, what makes certain genetics stand out...

No guest this time. Nerd, Paranoid, and Grateful get together to celebrate two years of Grateful Nerd and one full year of Paranoid Grower joining The Grateful Nerd Collective. The crew reflects on how the collective started, how it’s grown, and what it’s been like building a community-driven podcast network rooted in gardening, cannabis culture, and genuine conversation. Along the way, they talk...