Best Sasha Stone Podcasts (2024)

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Grow Bud Yourself Episode 136 - Guest: Max Majot 1:15:35

20d ago1:15:35

1:15:35

If the sun refused to shine, I would still be growing weed. When mountains crumble to the sea, there would still be episode 136 of Grow Bud Yourself! First, Danny and Mike talk cannabis news including New York's inept adult-use rollout, marijuana pardons in Maryland and New Hampshire's continued prohibition of recreational pot. The interview is wit…

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MFAs and Other Mistakes with Brittany Luse 1:02:31

21d ago1:02:31

1:02:31

It is the season 6 FINALE and we've got the amazing Brittany Luse here for a story about A-list authors, ill-advised MFAs, and pets in places where they shouldn't be. Listen to Brittany's podcast, It's Been a Minute, here! PRE-ORDER KELSEY'S BOOK, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, HERE!!! Subscribe to our new newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex…

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The Wormhole of Sasha with Gabby Windey 55:59

28d ago55:59

55:59

We are joined this week by our gayest Bachelorette, Gabby Windey, for a story about queer love, polyamory, and a pair of *very* special tie-dyed overalls. Listen to Gabby's podcast, Long Winded with Gabby Windey. PRE-ORDER KELSEY'S BOOK, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, HERE!!! Subscribe to our new newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog rec…

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Romancing the Stoned with Jenée Desmond-Harris 58:49

1M ago58:49

58:49

Jeneé Desmond-Harris joins us for a tale of patriotism, fire drills, and accidentally getting too stoned at the wrong time. Listen to Dear Prudence and follow Jenée on Twitter here. PRE-ORDER KELSEY'S BOOK, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, HERE!!! Subscribe to our new newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog recommendations, and bonus secrets…

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Grow Bud Yourself Episode 135- Guest: Champelli 1:15:19

1M ago1:15:19

1:15:19

Welcome to episode 135 of Grow Bud Yourself - America's cultivation podcast! First, Danny and Mike discuss the latest cannabis news, including Florida legalization shenanigans, an increase in daily smokers and the New Jersey governor's new strain. The interview is with legendary cultivator Champelli, who discusses making his mark on pop culture wit…

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Haunted and Constipated with Sonalee Rashatwar 57:21

1M ago57:21

57:21

Sonalee Rashatwar (they/he) joins us for an international story about families, inheritance, and haunting. Follow Sonalee on Instagram! PRE-ORDER KELSEY'S BOOK, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, HERE!!! Subscribe to our new newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog recommendations, and bonus secrets! You can support Normal Gossip directly by bu…

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Context S3: What’s the Difference between “Bitcoin Art” and Ordinals? w/ FAR, co-founder of Taproot Wizards 34:00

2M ago34:00

34:00

Blake speaks with Francisco Alarcon (FAR) - artist, engineer and co-founder of Taproot Wizards. They dive into all things art on Ordinals, for a fresh look on the topic. FAR outlines the differences between creating art on Ordinals and Ethereum including their unique technical capabilities, community expectations and aesthetic trends. They also tal…

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Minder, the Finder, and the Grinder with Elise Hu 1:00:51

2M ago1:00:51

1:00:51

Elise Hu joins us for a tale of startup bros and the hermit crabs that come between them. Buy Elise's book, Flawless: Lessons in Looks and Culture from the K-Beauty Capital. PRE-ORDER KELSEY'S BOOK, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, HERE!!! Subscribe to our new newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog recommendations, and bonus secrets! You ca…

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Grow Bud Yourself Episode 134 - Guests: Sasha Nutgent & Annie Matica 1:07:37

2M ago1:07:37

1:07:37

2024, party over oops out of time! But tonight we're gonna party like it's episode 134 of Grow Bud Yourself... First, Danny and Mike discuss news nuggets of the day including Federal rescheduling fallout, positive non-partisan pot polling, and New York marijuana mayhem. The interview is with Sasha Nutgent & Annie Matica from Housing Works Cannabis …

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Sexy Mushrooms with Avery Trufelman 57:39

2M ago57:39

57:39

Avery Trufelman of Articles of Interest joins us for a story about mushroom foraging, cultbrain, and greige athleisure. This is the mushroom video. Click at your own risk. PRE-ORDER KELSEY'S BOOK, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, HERE!!! Subscribe to our new newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog recommendations, and bonus secrets! You can …

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Ready to be Bunco-ified with Lindy West and Meagan Hatcher-Mays 58:39

2M ago58:39

58:39

Lindy West and Meagan Hatcher-Mays join us for a story where the protagonists find themselves, in the words of our submitter, "stuck in an inescapable Samuel Beckett style loop of scandal gossip, rumor and orthotic shoes." Listen to their podcast, Text Me Back, and subscribe to their Patreon! PRE-ORDER KELSEY'S BOOK, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, H…

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Grow Bud Yourself Episode 133 - Guest: White Boy Kev 1:13:45

2M ago1:13:45

1:13:45

Out here in the fields, I fought for my meals, I dragged my back into growing my own weed on episode 133 of Grow Bud Yourself! First, Danny and Mike discuss the recent historic shift in federal marijuana policy with the DEA planning to move cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III. We also speak to Terrence White of Monko in Washington DC on his th…

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Context S3: The Ultimate CryptoPunks Guide w/ Natalie Stone, GM of CryptoPunks 41:32

2M ago41:32

41:32

Blake speaks with Natalie Stone, General Manager for CryptoPunks at Yuga Labs. This is a CryptoPunks interview like you’ve never heard before! There is so much new info that will make you appreciate the collection and crypto art even more. Natalie walks Blake through the 3 pillars of the CryptoPunks brand and explains “the North Star” that the coll…

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The Joy of Being a Hater with Justin Ellis 1:00:55

2M ago1:00:55

1:00:55

The editor becomes the edited this week because our editor Justin Ellis is joining us for a story about indoor children's playgrounds and the Facebook groups that bind them. PRE-ORDER KELSEY'S BOOK, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, HERE!!! Subscribe to our new newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog recommendations, and bonus secrets! You ca…

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Grow Bud Yourself Episode 132 - Guest: Jon Foster from Grey Area 1:28:08

3M ago1:28:08

1:28:08

Gimme a ticket for an aeroplane, ain't got time to take a fast train, lonely days recede, I'm a-growing weed, Danny just posted episode 132 of Grow Bud Yourself! First Dan and Mike discuss 420 news from New York & South Carolina and speak with Jaime Seale of Real Estate Witch about her article collab with Leafly titled, "We Found the Best Weed Citi…

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All the World is Rollerblades with Marlena Rodriguez 58:53

3M ago58:53

58:53

This week's episode features daddy issues, rollerblades, and comedian Marlena Rodriguez! Some of you will remember her from our Los Angeles live show. Follow her on Twitter and Instagram. Subscribe to our new newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog recommendations, and bonus secrets! You can support Normal Gossip directly by buying merch …

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A Beautiful Blood Celebrity with Ronald Young Jr. 58:04

3M ago58:04

58:04

We are back and pettier than ever with season 6! We're joined by our Radiotopia colleague and host of Weight for It Ronald Young Jr. for a story about the ridiculous things we do when we fall in love with familiar strangers. Follow Ronald on all social media at @ohitsbigron (Instagram, Twitter, Threads, TikTok) One thing to clarify from episode 1 o…

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Grow Bud Yourself Episode 131 - Guest: Collin Palmer 1:22:20

3M ago1:22:20

1:22:20

Hello dankness my old friend, I've come to grow with you again, because a sativa softly creeping, left me seeds while I was sleeping, and episode 131 of Grow Bud Yourself will now be planted in your brain... First, Danny and Mike discuss news including an increase in New York cannabis business licenses, yet another bud buzzkill in New Hampshire and…

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Grow Bud Yourself Episode 130 - Guest: Nikki and Swami of Swami Select 1:20:44

3M ago1:20:44

1:20:44

Look at them yo-yo’s, that's the way you do it - You grow your own and fill up jars with weed. That ain't workin', episode 130 of Grow Bud Yourself can do it - Get you money for nothin' and nugs for free! First, Danny and Mike break down big weed news from Germany, a retail sales buzzkill in Virginia, pot progress in Ohio and Arizona reefer revenue…

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Context S3: Digital Art Through the Decade w/ Michael Bouhanna 39:00

4M ago39:00

39:00

Context presented by Boys Club is partnering with Sotheby’s for Season 3! Each month, we'll be working with Sotheby's to bring you an episode on a different digital art based theme. The goal over this season is to help you more deeply engage with digital art and better understand how it intersects with crypto. For the first episode of the season, B…

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Grow Bud Yourself Episode 129 - Guest: James Bean 1:13:51

4M ago1:13:51

1:13:51

Now this is a story all about when, my life got hip and I grew again & again, I'd like to take a minute just sit right there, episode 129 of Grow Bud Yourself will make you quite aware... First, Danny and Mike discuss legal weed sales in New Mexico, research into the therapeutic benefits of psilocybin, and the safety of CBD for dogs. The interview …

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Grow Bud Yourself Episode 128 - Guest: Dr. Tassa Saldi 1:10:55

5M ago1:10:55

1:10:55

Guess who's back, back again? Danny's back with episode 128 of Grow Bud Yourself, tell a friend! First, Danny and Mike discuss federal cannabis descheduling efforts, psilocybin freedoms in Vermont and CBD sponsorships in the NBA & WNBA professional basketball leagues. The interview is with molecular biologist Dr. Tassa Saldi, CSO of Tumi Genomics, …

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Normal Gossip Investigates: The Poop Story 51:49

5M ago51:49

51:49

Alex and Jae spent the last month trying to find the source of a tale we first heard back in season two. Is the poop story gossip? An urban legend? Guerilla marketing perpetrated on us all by Big Toilet? All of the above? You can support Normal Gossip directly by buying merch or becoming a Friend or a Friend-of-Friend at supportnormalgossip.com. Ou…

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Grow Bud Yourself Episode 127 - Guest: Stoned Ninja of Dojo Seed Co. 1:11:55

5M ago1:11:55

1:11:55

Smoke on the water, fire in your jar, smoke on the water, episode 127 of Grow Bud Yourself will get you growing like a rockstar... First, Danny & Mike break down some weed news including legalization efforts in Pennsylvania, THC limits in Florida, decrim doom in Texas plus federal descheduling updates. Plus, we announce the Prime Superior gift box …

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A little announcement 🐥 10:10

6M ago10:10

10:10

Popping into your feeds for a cute lil announcement — we are going on a mini tour this spring! Come see us in Dallas, Atlanta, Durham, and D.C. Get your tickets: https://www.normalgossiplive.com/ If you want us to come to your city, fill out our zip code survey! And we'll see you for our new season in April! Sign up to hear Normal Gossip's next sec…

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Grow Bud Yourself Episode 126 - Guest: Luna Whitcomb 1:05:54

6M ago1:05:54

1:05:54

Danny Danny Danny can’t you see, sometimes your weed just hypnotizes me, and I just love growing the best top-shelf, that's why I'm listening to episode 126 of Grow Bud Yourself! First, Danny and Mike discuss billions in Michigan reefer revenues, weed conviction expungements in Missouri and "rescheduling vs. descheduling" cannabis federally. The in…

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Grow Bud Yourself Episode 125 - Guest: Michael Fang of Gage Green Group 1:24:08

6M ago1:24:08

1:24:08

How much overpriced mids must a person smoke, before they decide to make a change? The answer my friend, is growing your own weed - the answer is in episode 125 of Grow bud Yourself! First, Danny and Mike run down some cannabis news of the last year and give their predictions on what's to come for 2024 and beyond. The interview is with Michael Fang…

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Splitting the Dog Vote with David Roth 1:13:20

7M ago1:13:20

1:13:20

Defector editor David Roth joins us for our SEASON FINALE! We're about to dive into the stupidest election drama you've ever heard. If you love Roth, check out his podcast, The Distraction! Sign up to hear Normal Gossip's next secret here. Support Radiotopia's fall fundraiser! You can support Normal Gossip directly by buying merch or becoming a Fri…

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Getting Frisky at the Black Rose with Erika Casupanan 59:18

7M ago59:18

59:18

Survivor 41 winner Erika Casupanan joins us this week for a story about the perils of gossiping at work. Listen to Erika's podcast, Happy to See Me! Sign up to hear Normal Gossip's next secret here. Support Radiotopia's fall fundraiser! You can support Normal Gossip directly by buying merch or becoming a Friend or a Friend-of-Friend at supportnorma…

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A Comprehensive Guide to Digital Art with Sebastian Sanchez from Christie’s 45:36

7M ago45:36

45:36

Blake speaks with Sebastian Sanchez, Digital Art Sales Manager at Christie’s. Sebastian gives a behind the scenes look at how an auction gets put together (selecting artists, pricing, display, collectors) while talking though Christie’s latest sale Next Wave: The Miami Edit, taking place at Art Basel Miami Beach. Sebastian also details some of Chri…

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Dog Salon Divas with Hayes Brown 1:10:14

7M ago1:10:14

1:10:14

Hayes Brown joins us to learn just how deranged the world of upscale dog grooming can be. Follow Hayes on Twitter @HayesBrown. Sign up to hear Normal Gossip's next secret here. Support Radiotopia's fall fundraiser! You can support Normal Gossip directly by buying merch or becoming a Friend or a Friend-of-Friend at supportnormalgossip.com. Our merch…

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Context Special Ep: Defining Digital Fashion with GLITCHOFMIND & Clare Maguire of SYKY 33:13

7M ago33:13

33:13

Blake speaks with the incredibly talented artist and digital fashion designer GLITCHOFMIND, who is part of the Syky Collective’s inaugural cohort, and the Designer Lead at Syky, Clare Maguire. They have an enlightening convo about the definition and possibilities of digital fashion and how the genre is still being defined. Glitch explains how digit…

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Rich Mom Razzle Dazzle with Maitreyi Anantharaman 59:12

8M ago59:12

59:12

Our Defector colleague Maitreyi Anantharaman joins us for a story about private school moms taking a theater performance — and "urban dance" classes — too seriously. Follow Maitreyi on Twitter @maitreyiaa. Support Radiotopia's fall fundraiser! You can support Normal Gossip directly by buying merch or becoming a Friend or a Friend-of-Friend at suppo…

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Weedsgiving with Zakiya Gibbons 1:18:54

8M ago1:18:54

1:18:54

This week, our pal Zakiya Gibbons joins us for a story about a Thanksgiving home rental gone horribly, horribly wrong. Zakiya is the host and editor of Hang Up, a new reality dating podcast from Radiotopia! We are obsessed. Check it out! Speaking of Radiotopia....support Radiotopia's fall fundraiser! You can support Normal Gossip directly by buying…

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Grow Bud Yourself Episode 124 - Guest: Seth Warner 1:23:53

8M ago1:23:53

1:23:53

If my weed did grow with the gold of sunshine, and my hash was made with terps for the tongue. Would you hear my voice on episode 124 of Grow Bud Yourself? Would you grow 'shrooms at home as it were your own? First, Danny and Mike trip out on some recent news including laws governing hallucinogens, Ohio's legal cannabis conundrum and the lack of gu…

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"Emily in Paris" Meets "Parasite" with Amanda Montell 1:01:27

8M ago1:01:27

1:01:27

We're going abroad for a long-awaited au pair adventure with writer and podcast host Amanda Montell! Follow Amanda on Instagram @amanda_montell and make sure to pre-order her book, The Age of Magical Overthinking. You can support Normal Gossip directly by buying merch or becoming a Friend or a Friend-of-Friend at supportnormalgossip.com. Our merch …

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Grow Bud Yourself Episode 123 - Guest: Steve DeAngelo 1:20:14

8M ago1:20:14

1:20:14

Wake up in the morning got the yearning for herb, which loosens up the nouns, metaphors & verbs, and adjectives ain't it magic kid what Grow Bud Yourself episode 123 is kicking - multi-flavored jars of sess for the picking. First, Danny and Mike run down recent news including Ohio legalization, so-called Cannabis Use Disorder (CUD) and President Bi…

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Should've Said No to the Ceviche with Sarah-Violet Bliss 47:58

8M ago47:58

47:58

TV writer and showrunner Sarah-Violet Bliss joins us for an evening of moral quandaries and infinite amounts of ceviche. You can support Normal Gossip directly by buying merch or becoming a Friend or a Friend-of-Friend at supportnormalgossip.com. Our merch shop is run by Dan McQuade. You can also find all kinds of info about us and how to submit go…

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25 Bridesmaids and an Empath with Jasmine Ellis 1:02:33

8M ago1:02:33

1:02:33

Comedian Jasmine Ellis joins us for a tale about an absurdly large bachelorette party involving sardines, adult jocks, and an empathetic queen. Follow Jasmine on Instagram at @jasmineelliscomedy. You can support Normal Gossip directly by buying merch or becoming a Friend or a Friend-of-Friend at supportnormalgossip.com. Our merch shop is run by Dan…

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Context Special Ep: Creativity With Emerging Technology - How Artists are Harnessing New Mediums with Nancy Baker Cahill and Figure 31 37:06

9M ago37:06

37:06

On this special episode, Blake speaks with two incredible artists: Nancy Baker Cahill and Figure 31. She dives into their creative processes: why and how they make art with emerging technology (in particular the blockchain and augmented reality). This leads into an illuminating discussion about the distinct artistic properties of the blockchain (ak…

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Teenage Cop Camp with Josie Duffy Rice 1:09:10

9M ago1:09:10

1:09:10

What happens when you send a manic pixie dream girl to CSI summer camp? Journalist, writer, law school graduate, and podcast host Josie Duffy Rice joins us to find out 👀 Check out Josie's podcast: Unreformed: the Story of the Alabama Industrial School for Negro Children. You can support Normal Gossip directly by buying merch or becoming a Friend or…

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Grow Bud Yourself Episode 122 - Guest: Breeder Piff of Piff Coast Farms 1:10:26

9M ago1:10:26

1:10:26

Start spreading the news - I'm growing today! I wanna be a part of it, so I'm listening to Episode 122 of Grow Bud Yourself! First, Danny & Mike discuss pot news of the day including an FBI report on massive marijuana arrests, Ohio weed legalization support & Jersey City cannabis-user firearm crackdowns. Plus, our MJArsenal mini-rig giveaway! (Join…

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Vodka Sommelier Bullshit with Katie Barnes 1:11:09

9M ago1:11:09

1:11:09

We are BACK for our fifth season! Get ready for 10 episodes of drama, scandal, and pettiness. This week, sports journalist Katie Barnes joins us for a story that brings us back to our high school days. Buy Katie's book, Fair Play: How Sports Shape the Gender Debates, and follow them on Twitter @katie_barnes3. You can support Normal Gossip directly …

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Bonus Episode: Sexy Hide-And-Seek at the Shakespeare Festival with Brydie Lee-Kennedy 47:32

10M ago47:32

47:32

We're releasing an episode from our secret feed vault to give you a taste of what you can get each month as a Friend or Friend-of-a-Friend subscriber. Our guest, Brydie Lee-Kennedy, is a Friend-level subscriber who joined Kelsey on the secret feed last November to tell a harrowing story about a game of sexy hide-and-seek gone wrong. If you loved Br…

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Grow Bud Yourself Episode 121 - Guest: AJ Sour Diesel 1:10:25

10M ago1:10:25

1:10:25

She was a grass machine, she kept her growroom clean, she was the best damn grower that I ever seen - She must've listened to Episode 121 of Grow Bud Yourself! First, Danny & Mike discuss some news nuggets including the World Anti-Doping Agency's pot policy for sports, Pennsylvania's medical marijuana card DUI dilemma and legal adult-use revenue re…

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Grow Bud Yourself Episode 120 - Guest: Paul the Clone Coach 1:19:38

10M ago1:19:38

1:19:38

Woke up this morning, don't believe what I saw, a hundred billion glass jars, filled with weed galore. Seems I'm not alone in listening to Episode 120 of Grow Bud Yourself, a hundred billion growers, looking for a score... First Danny & Mike discuss the news nuggets of the day including legalization in Ohio, seniors trying cannabis for the first ti…

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Grow Bud Yourself Episode 119 - Guest: Akele Parnell 1:13:03

11M ago1:13:03

1:13:03

Take a load off Fanny, grow some weed for free, smoke a bowl with Danny, and listen to Episode 119 of Grow Bud Yourself. First, Danny and Mike discuss news nuggets of the day including federal de-scheduling, retail sales slowdowns in New York and record pot sales in Connecticut. The interview is with Akele Parnell, co-founder and CEO of Lab 11 and …

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Grow Bud Yourself Episode 118 - Guest: Caitlin Donohue 1:16:11

12M ago1:16:11

1:16:11

Well, it's one for the money, two for the show, three to get ready now grow, cat, grow! Episode 118 of Grow Bud Yourself is here to help you cultivate fine cannabis... First, Danny and Mike discuss some recent news including talks on descheduling marijuana, Minnesota legalization, Mastercard, the NBA and more. The interview is with Caitlin Donohue,…

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Grow Bud Yourself Episode 117 - Guest: Photographer David Goodman 1:24:15

12M ago1:24:15

1:24:15

Growing my bud with my fingers, singing to plants with my words - Episode 117 of Grow Bud Yourself is telling me how to grow kind flowers... First, Danny and Mike discuss news nuggets of the day including record recreational cannabis sales in Missouri, Michigan and Massachusetts plus Wiz Khalifa throwing out the first pitch in Pittsburgh on 'shroom…

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Surprise! The Plant Story 🪴 59:10

12M ago59:10

59:10

Happy summer! We’re popping in with a little summer surprise: the recording from our December 2022 live show in Washington, D.C., with Brittany Luse! This is a different story than the one we’re telling on our tour this summer. If you want to get tickets to the tour, there are still seats available! You can support Normal Gossip directly by buying …

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