Behind The Grow w/ Eric Coulombe

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  1. May 27

    Inside Ted Smith & VCBC’s Legendary Fight for Affordable Medical Cannabis

    On this episode of Behind The Grow, we sit down with Ted Smith, one of Canada’s leading cannabis activists and the founder of the Victoria Cannabis Buyers Club. Since opening VCBC in 1996, Ted has spent nearly 30 years helping medical cannabis patients access affordable, high-dose cannabis medicine, even while facing arrests, raids, and millions in fines.Ted shares the story behind VCBC’s ongoing fight with the federal government, why compassionate care must be protected in Canada’s medical cannabis laws, and what keeps him pushing forward after decades of resistance. At the heart of it all is one belief: safe, affordable access to cannabis medicine can save lives.

  2. May 26

    The Secret Behind New Millennium’s Winter Frost

    In this episode of Behind the Grow, Eric Coulombe sits down with his good friend Jerin from New Millennium Nutrients for a deep, funny, and wide-ranging conversation about cannabis culture, cultivation, nutrients, lighting, and the evolution of the industry.Jerin shares his journey from the Midwest to New Mexico, Colorado, Way to Grow, Rambridge, and eventually New Millennium Nutrients, where he helped bring the brand to growers across North America and beyond. The conversation covers everything from early legacy cannabis markets and commercial growing to why consistency matters, how growers should diagnose plant problems, and why Winter Frost became New Millennium’s “gateway jug.”They also dive into LED vs CMH lighting, terpene expression, commercial cultivation in Canada, the decline of hobby growing, the culture of convenience, and what separates a good grower from a great one.Topics covered:- Jerin’s path into cannabis and horticulture- The early New Mexico and Colorado cannabis scenes- New Millennium Nutrients and the story behind Winter Frost- Why oil production matters more than biomass- Diagnosing plant issues through signs vs symptoms- LED vs CMH grow lighting- Commercial cannabis in Canada- The shift from home growing to convenience culture- Cannabis podcasts, live music, skiing, food, and moreA fun, honest conversation between two longtime cannabis industry friends.Check out their podcast at https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLSk14UaC0Cr0q7Ki01g_ohOFitgvpMlO#BehindTheGrow #GardenCulture #NewMillenniumNutrients #CannabisCultivation #CannabisPodcast #Growers #Hydroponics #IndoorGrowing #LEDGrowLights #CMH #WinterFrost #CannabisIndustry #HomeGrow #Terpenes #GrowTips

  3. May 7

    Grow Room Eye Protection, LED vs HPS & Why It Matters (Method Seven)

    In this episode of Behind the Grow, Eric Coulombe sits down with Dave Lacovelli from Method Seven to talk about one of the most overlooked aspects of cultivation—eye protection in the grow room.From the early days of HPS lighting to today’s ultra-intense full-spectrum LEDs, this conversation dives into how lighting technology has evolved—and why growers NEED to protect their eyes now more than ever.Dave breaks down the science behind Method Seven lenses, how they filter specific light spectrums, and why standard sunglasses don’t cut it in a grow environment. They also get into LED intensity, plant visibility, worker safety, and how better vision directly impacts plant quality and yields.If you're a cannabis grower, commercial cultivator, or just serious about your setup, this episode is a must-watch.Topics covered:- HPS vs LED grow lighting evolution- Why grow room lighting can damage your eyes- The science behind Method Seven lenses- Blue light, UV exposure & long-term eye health- Risk group classifications for LED lighting- How better visibility improves plant quality- Grow room safety & employee protection- Lens tech, coatings & innovation in eyewearProtect your vision. Improve your grow.Visit MethodSeven.com to grab a pair.#BehindTheGrow #MethodSeven #CannabisCultivation #GrowRoom #LEDGrowLights #HPS #Hydroponics #IndoorGrowing #CannabisIndustry #Growers #PlantHealth #EyeProtection #GrowSetup #GardenCulture

  4. Apr 13

    Behind the Grow with Luke Silverman: 20 Years in Cannabis, Marketing, Mushrooms & Industry Evolution

    In this episode of Behind the Grow, Eric Coulombe sits down with longtime industry friend Luke Silverman for a wide-ranging conversation on cannabis culture, hydro history, brand building, and the future of cultivation.Luke shares his journey from legacy growing and working in a hydro shop to helping shape some of the biggest brands in the industry. They dig into the early days when hydro and cannabis were essentially the same world, how marketing once helped drive cannabis culture forward, and what changed as the industry matured.They also get into practical cultivation insights, including strain selection, substrates, irrigation strategy, curing mistakes, and the balance between data and intuition in the grow room. From there, the conversation expands into mushrooms, lifestyle branding, the rise and fall of major hydro companies, and what still makes this industry special after two decades.This is a thoughtful, honest conversation about where cannabis has been, where it is now, and what still feels exciting about the road ahead.Topics include: • 20 years in cannabis and hydroponics • The early culture of the grow industry • Marketing, lifestyle branding, and legacy brands • Favorite strains and cultivation philosophy • Curing mistakes growers make • Mushrooms, mycology, and new market opportunities • The evolution of cannabis in the last five years • Why culture still matters in this industry#GardenCultureMagazine #BehindTheGrow #LukeSilverman #EricCoulombe #CannabisIndustry #Hydroponics #CannabisMarketing #MushroomCultivation #Mycology #CannabisCulture

  5. Apr 13

    Mammoth P Explained | Colin Bell PhD on Microbes, Bigger Yields & Cannabis Root Science

    What if the secret to bigger yields and better flower isn’t more nutrients… but microbes?In this episode of Behind the Grow, Eric Coulombe sits down with Colin W. Bell, PhD — the scientist behind Mammoth P — to break down the real science of microbial cultivation and how it’s changing the way growers think about feeding plants.They dive into how beneficial microbes unlock phosphorus, improve nutrient uptake, and boost plant performance at the root level. Colin shares how Mammoth P was developed, what actually happens in the rhizosphere, and why microbial communities can make or break your grow.Whether you're a home grower or running a commercial facility, this episode delivers actionable insights on maximizing yield, improving plant health, and understanding the biology behind top-tier cannabis cultivation.Topics covered:- What Mammoth P actually does- Microbes vs synthetic nutrients- Root zone science & the rhizosphere- How to increase yield and flower quality- Microbial inoculants explained- The future of cannabis cultivationIf you're serious about growing better cannabis, this is a must-watch.#CannabisCultivation #MammothP #Microbes #Hydroponics #GrowTips #CannabisScience #RootZone #PlantScience #LivingSoil #GrowBetter

  6. Apr 13

    Part 2: Colin Bell on Mammoth P, Root Zone Biology & Bigger Yields

    In Part 2 of Behind the Grow, Eric Coulombe sits down with Colin W. Bell, PhD, the scientist behind Mammoth P, for a deep dive into root zone biology, phosphorus cycling, microbial function, and what really drives better plant performance.This episode explores how Colin’s research background led to the development of Mammoth P, how microbial selection works, why root zone management matters, and what growers are missing when they go fully sterile. Eric and Colin also talk about cultivation quality, yield, phosphorus availability, lockout, plant metabolism, and the role microbes play in helping plants perform at their full potential.If you're interested in cannabis cultivation, advanced gardening, microbiology, plant science, hydroponics, living root zones, or biological inputs for bigger yields and better quality, this conversation is packed with insight.Topics covered:- The science behind Mammoth P- Root zone biology explained- Phosphorus cycling and plant uptake- Microbes vs sterile grow systems- Yield, quality, and terpene expression- Hydroponics, coco, rockwool, and biology- Microbial function in cultivation- Business, innovation, and the evolution of biological productsSubscribe for more episodes of Behind the Grow from Garden Culture Magazine.#GardenCultureMagazine #BehindTheGrow #ColinBell #MammothP #CannabisCultivation #Hydroponics #PlantScience #Microbiology #RootZoneBiology #Growers #Phosphorus #LivingRootZone #Terpenes #CropSteering #CannabisIndustry

  7. Jan 14

    AC Moon Cameron Unfiltered: Cannabis Activism, Big Pharma, and Building Real Freedom

    In this episode of Behind the Grow, Eric sits down with AC Moon Cameron — a 25+ year veteran of the cannabis world whose story spans legacy cultivation, medical-era activism, education, consulting, and invention.This is a wide-ranging, no-fluff conversation that goes far beyond growing. AC Moon breaks down the difference between rescheduling vs descheduling, why corporate interests shape policy, and what everyday people can do to educate themselves. We also dive into her early activism roots, the origins of her edible work, and how her invention Crop Tops was born from real-world necessity for outdoor cultivation in harsh conditions.You’ll also hear about her work in the Caribbean helping build legal frameworks — including consumption lounge licensing in the U.S. Virgin Islands (opening January 2026) — and why innovation, education, and community are the only way forward.Topics covered: Growing up around cannabis and early activism in the 90sMedical-era access and the legacy movementRescheduling vs descheduling and what’s at stakeCorporate influence, research, and synthetic cannabinoidsCannabis law realities across the U.S. and abroadBuilding cannabis tourism and local equity in the Virgin IslandsCrop Tops and protecting outdoor plants from weather, rot, and contaminationQuick-fire questions: first grow, myths, music, and moreIndica Innovations International: IndicaInnovations.comCrop Tops Greenhouse: CropTopsGreenhouses.com (site in progress)LinkedIn: @a.c.moonInstagram: @a.c.moonFollow & learn more:#gardenculturemagazine #BehindTheGrow #CannabisCommunity #LegacyCannabis #CannabisActivism #CannabisEducation #Cultivation #CannabisPolicy #HomeGrow #Innovation

  8. Jan 13

    Alexandre Gauthier on Open-Source Cultivation & the Reality of Commercial Growing

    In this episode of Behind the Grow, Eric sits down with Alexandre Gauthier, VP of R&D at Origin Nature, for an honest, deeply technical, and refreshingly open conversation about commercial cultivation, leadership, and what actually makes a grow operation successful.Alex shares the real story behind his early growing days, how hands-on experience shaped his approach, and why transparency and team culture matter more than any so-called “secret sauce.” From SOPs and cultivation systems to lighting degradation, LED warranties, and why blind tasting matters more than lab numbers, this episode goes far beyond surface-level grow talk.You’ll also hear:• How Origin Nature built a culture around passion, trust, and accountability • Why sharing cultivation knowledge strengthens the entire industry • The truth about LED light degradation and what growers should be measuring • Why people matter more than genetics, nutrients, or equipment • How consumer behavior around potency will evolve over time • Lessons for new operators trying to survive and stay profitable This episode is a must-watch for cultivators, operators, and anyone interested in the future of professional growing and sustainable cannabis businesses.Featuring:Eric (Host, Garden Culture Magazine) Alexandre Gauthier – VP of R&D, OriginNature.com#BehindTheGrow #gardenculturemagazine #CommercialCultivation #GrowRoomDesign #CannabisIndustry #CultivationLeadership #LEDLighting #GrowerCulture #CanadianCannabis

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