In this immersive and visually rich episode of Only Grows, host Marcus Baldinger visits the mountain grow sanctuary of Steven Cripe — better known as @OMGrows. What starts as a casual walk through his hillside home and grow operation evolves into a raw, unfiltered conversation around craft cannabis, personal redemption, and the philosophy behind becoming your favorite grower’s favorite grower.

Part fireside chat, part on-the-ground documentary, this episode is best experienced visually — offering a behind-the-scenes tour of Steven’s grow, his process, and the mountain views that fuel his passion.

We dive into:

• Steven’s evolution from street hustle to contest-winning cultivation
• His crop steering insights, irrigation philosophy, and grow strategies
• Why personality, branding, and authenticity matter more than ever in today’s cannabis market
• A candid conversation about resilience, loss, chosen family, and finding your place in the industry

If you’ve ever wondered what it really takes to thrive as a small-batch grower in today’s turbulent cannabis landscape, this one hits different.

In this episode of Only Grows, we sit down with Jay Yokiel, Senior Technical Facility Advisor at Athena (also known as @SaltsAndLeds on instagram), for a deep-dive into the art and science of cannabis cultivation. Jay shares his journey from basement grows to running two commercial facilities, and ultimately shaping cultivation strategy across the country.

We cover:

• His philosophy on irrigation, crop steering, and spectrum tuning
• How he stacks EC and fine-tunes drybacks with Growlink's Copilot
• Experimenting with under-canopy lighting and spectrum control for massive yield increases
• Lessons from 30+ grow rooms a month—and the common mistakes he sees
• The strategy behind Athena’s nutrient simplicity and dialing in for rosin production

Whether you're a seasoned grower or a curious cultivator, this episode is packed with game-changing knowledge, experimentation insights, and a whole lot of passion for the plant.

Topics: Environmental control, under-canopy lighting, spectrum timing, facility workflow

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Step into the award-winning world of Wojo Co, Michigan’s NEWLY CROWNED 2024 High Times Cannabis Cup 1st place winners for Solventless Hash, in this episode of Only Grows!

Join us as we sit down with Jeremy Dukarski (Director of Cultivation) and Matt Heagany (Cultivation Manager) to explore the dedication, precision, and sacrifices it takes to achieve and maintain Wojo’s prestige. From perfecting pesticide-free practices to navigating the daily challenges of cultivation, Jeremy and Matt share the mindset and passion behind their success.

Discover their inspiring journeys, innovative strategies, and the culture of excellence that defines Wojo Wax. If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to craft industry-leading solventless products, this episode is a must-watch.

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Join us for the latest ONLY GROWS episode featuring industry legend @mittenmaster

Dive deep into cutting-edge cultivation insights and discover top-tier equipment tips that can transform your grow. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, this episode is packed with the knowledge and expertise you need to level up. Watch the full conversation and don't forget to subscribe for more exclusive content from the world of cannabis cultivation!

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Welcome to the very first episode of Growlink’s new podcast, Only Grows! In this debut episode, we sit down with the Northwoods crew to explore their journey from the caregiver market to the commercial sector. Discover the challenges they faced and how they overcame them, and gain insights into essential topics like rockwool SOPs, crop steering strategies, substrate sensors, and dryback calculation methods. Don't forget to subscribe, like, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode! 🌱🎙️