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Cannabis Cultivation and Science Podcast

Hosted by Tad Hussey · science · EN · 168 episodes

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Welcome to the Cannabis Cultivation and Science podcast, I’m your host, Tad Hussey of KIS Organics. This is the podcast where we discuss the cutting edge of organic growing from a science based perspective and draw in top experts from around the industry to share their wisdom and knowledge. If you want to hear the latest in growing technology and methods, this is the place..

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What is Cannabis Cultivation and Science Podcast about?

Welcome to the Cannabis Cultivation and Science podcast, I’m your host, Tad Hussey of KIS Organics. This is the podcast where we discuss the cutting edge of organic growing from a science based perspective and draw in top experts from around the industry to share their wisdom and knowledge.

Who hosts Cannabis Cultivation and Science Podcast?

Cannabis Cultivation and Science Podcast is hosted by Tad Hussey. The show has published 168 episodes to date.

What has Cannabis Cultivation and Science Podcast covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Episode 170: Unlocking Soil Potential: Dr. Colin Bell on Microbial Consortia, Rhizosphere Ecology, and Mammoth P" (19 August 2026, 68 minutes), "Episode 168: Is It Really "Bad Weed"? The Science and Data of CHS with Dr. Codi Peterson" (16 July 2026, 70 minutes), and "Episode 167: Genetic Degradation in Propagation: Why Clones Lose Vigor Over Time" (30 June 2026, 54 minutes).

How often does Cannabis Cultivation and Science Podcast publish?

Cannabis Cultivation and Science Podcast publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 66 minutes across 168 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Cannabis Cultivation and Science Podcast?

Booking probability for Cannabis Cultivation and Science Podcast is 35%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Cannabis Cultivation and Science Podcast requires a Pod Score of 83 or higher. Cannabis Cultivation and Science Podcast's contact route on record: verified email.

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Tad Hussey hosts Cannabis Cultivation and Science Podcast, a science show with 168 episodes published.

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  • Episode #170

    Episode 170: Unlocking Soil Potential: Dr. Colin Bell on Microbial Consortia, Rhizosphere Ecology, and Mammoth P

    Aug 19, 20261h 8m

    Key Takeaways & Highlights Mammoth P Relaunch & Product Updates The Return: After stepping away in late 2022 and spending three years working with the Microbial Mass Pro team, Colin bought back and officially relaunched...

  • Episode #168

    Episode 168: Is It Really "Bad Weed"? The Science and Data of CHS with Dr. Codi Peterson

    Jul 16, 20261h 10m

    The Reality of CHS and the 1,100+ Patient Study Dr. Peterson highlights the scope of his landmark survey, which gathered data from 1,134 CHS sufferers. The study reveals that CHS is not an acute reaction to a single...

  • Episode #167

    Episode 167: Genetic Degradation in Propagation: Why Clones Lose Vigor Over Time

    Jun 30, 202654 min

    The Mechanics of Genetic Drift Plants are natural genetic mosaics. As they grow and divide over time, typos naturally accumulate in their DNA code, which are known as somatic mutations. Traditional vegetative cuttings...

  • Episode #166

    Episode 166: Debunking Cannabis Cultivation Myths with Dr. Deron Caplan

    Jun 10, 20261h 11m

    In this conversation, host Tad Hussey (KIS Organics) and Dr. Deron Caplan (CannaCribs Horticulture Consulting) discuss the intersection of agricultural science and commercial cannabis cultivation, focusing heavily on...

  • Episode #165

    Episode 165: Boosting Yields 50% with a 13-Hour Photoperiod? Debunking Cannabis Science with Dr. Youbin Zheng

    May 19, 20261h 7m

    In this episode, we discuss: Bridging the Genetic Gap: Looking critically at how horticultural research transfers between high-THC cultivars and industrial hemp. The 13-Hour Photoperiod: Breaking the traditional 12/12...

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  • Episode #164

    Episode 164: Mycotoxins & Microclimates: The Science of Cannabis Pathology with Dr. Nicole Gauthier

    Apr 29, 20261h 5m

    o keep the audience engaged while highlighting the technical value of the episode, this version focuses on the "why" and the high-level takeaways, leaving the "how" for the audio. Podcast Summary In this episode, Tad...

  • Episode #163

    Episode 163: Concrete Botany: Reconnecting with the Living World in the Age of Disturbance with Joey Santore

    Apr 21, 20261h 3m

    Key Takeaways & Discussion Highlights The Railroad Roots: Joey’s transition from a Union Pacific engineer to a "vigilante botanist." He discusses the influence of Carl Sagan’s The Demon-Haunted World and using science...

  • Episode #160

    Episode 162: Dips, Sprays, & Phytotoxicity: Mastering Oils in Cannabis Cultivation with Julie Graesch

    Apr 7, 202656 min

    Why can't you just use canola oil from your kitchen to kill spider mites? If you’ve ever wondered about the true science behind oil-based pesticides, this episode is a deep dive into the physics and chemistry of plant...

  • Episode #159

    Episode 161: The Secret Lives of Pathogens with Dr. Zamir Punja

    Mar 17, 20261h 11m

    Key Takeaways for Cultivators The Week 3 Strategy: Preventive sprays for Botrytis must occur when the flowers are still small and "open." Once the bud swells (Weeks 6+), the pathogen is already locked inside. Airflow is...

  • Episode #158

    Foundations Series #5: Reading the Soil: Agronomy, Soil Testing & Crop Health with Lee Briese

    Mar 10, 20261h 17m

    Key Topics & Notes • Why experienced crop consultants rely heavily on chemical soil analysis for making management decisions • The limitations of relying solely on biological soil testing • Why soil structure and...

  • Episode #41

    Foundations Series #4: What's Your Garden Missing? Cracking the Code of Applied Horticulture with Don Marshall

    Mar 3, 20261h 10m

    Key Takeaways: Botany vs. Hacks: Moving past "quick fixes" to understand the biological lens of plant science. The Limiting Factor: Learning to identify the specific environmental or nutritional gaps holding your plants...

  • Episode #40

    Foundations Series #3: The Soil Food Web: Science, Dogma, and Controlled Ecosystems with Tad Hussey

    Feb 24, 202620 min

    The Underground Economy: Carbon as Currency Biological Gold: Why photosynthesis isn't just about plant growth—it’s about minting the "carbon currency" required to hire a microbial workforce. The Exudate Menu: A...

  • Episode #157

    Foundations Series #2: Lean Farming & Efficient Cultivation Systems with Ben Hartman (Originally Episode 20)

    Feb 17, 202658 min

    This episode is part of the Foundations of Soil & Plant Science series — a selection of conversations that continue to influence how I approach soil health, plant performance, and cultivation systems. I’ve added a short...

  • Episode #156

    Foundations Series #1: Silicon in Plant Health & Stress Resistance with Dr. Wendy Zellner (Originally Episode 98)

    Feb 10, 20261h 21m

    My guest for this episode is Dr. Wendy Zellner. Dr. Zellner received her doctorate from the University of Toledo in 2012, where she trained in molecular and cellular biology with a focus on the role of silicon in plant...

  • Episode #155

    Episode 155: Entomopathogenic Fungi Explained: Blastospores, Beauveria, and Smarter IPM with Julie Graesch

    Jan 7, 20261h 16m

    Guest: Julie Graesch Biological Scientist | IPM Specialist Currently with BioWorks Formerly: BASF , Becker Underwood , Iowa State University Topics Covered: What “entomopathogenic fungi” actually means How fungi like...

  • Episode #154

    Episode 154: Is Seed Based Cultivation the Future of Cannabis? - with Dr. Matthew Indest

    Dec 10, 20251h 26m

    n this conversation with plant scientist and commercial cultivation strategist Dr. Matthew Indest , we explore the emerging frontier of seed-based cannabis production and what it would take for the industry to move...

  • Episode #153

    Episode 153: Rethinking the Basics: pH, Water, Light & Nutrients with Bryant Mason

    Nov 18, 20251h 11m

    This wide-ranging conversation with Bryant Mason covers a series of essential—but frequently misunderstood—topics in organic cultivation. We explore why simple, low-tech data collection strategies often outperform...

  • Episode #152

    Episode 152: Light, Spectrum, and Plant Signals — A Practical Guide with Dr. David Hawley part 2

    Nov 4, 20251h 1m

    In this conversation, Tad and Dr. David Hawley (Chief Science Officer at Fluence) unpack what really matters when dialing in your lighting strategy for cannabis and other high-value crops. They get deep into how plants...

  • Episode #151

    Episode 151: Light, Spectrum, and Plant Signals — A Practical Guide with Dr. David Hawley part 1

    Oct 21, 202558 min

    In this conversation, Tad and Dr. David Hawley (Chief Science Officer at Fluence) unpack what really matters when dialing in your lighting strategy for cannabis and other high-value crops. They get deep into how plants...

  • Episode #150

    Episode 150: Plants Under Pressure: How Stress Shapes Secondary Metabolites (w/ Dr. José Leme)

    Aug 20, 20251h 21m

    Can stress actually improve flower quality? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. José Leme to dive into the science of plant stimuli and how growers can apply it in practice. We cover: 🌿 Mechanical cues — how super...

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