Join the team from North Atlantic Seed Co as we interview our breeders, industry leaders, family and friends about their love and knowledge of great genetics!
NASC CAST Featuring Auryn from Purple City Genetics
Auryn stopped by to tell us about his history with Purple City Genetics and their exciting new lines. We learn about the changing California market He has an interesting perspective in the industry and it was a great conversation.
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More music from Wes: Here (https://wesleyallenhartley.bandcamp.com/)
chapters:
00:00 Jet Fighters by Wes Hartley and the Traveling Trees
19:00 Introduction
01:00 Indoor or outdoor? - Time in the industry
04:01 Moving from underground to legal
06:51 California weed dreams vs reality
09:52 The farmer vs the business person
12:56 Everyone is going green - changing times
14:00 Perspective on legality
18:31 Breeding philosophy
24:12 THC percentages - effects over numbers
28:33 New drops - '87 collection - Multi-purpose plants
44:46 Autoflowers - evolution of autoflowers - auto fun
54:58 Personal favorite PCG strains - Indica/Savita blues
58:18 The changing California market - Death of the Ma and Pop shop
1:09:57 Advice for new growers
1:12:12 Feminized drop
1:14:35 Patreon - Credits - Jet Fighters by Wes Hartley and the Traveling Trees
Chapters are for the video version which features an introduction song, so the actual times are shifted back by 20 seconds
4 May 2026
NASC CAST Featuring Max from Royal Queen Seeds
Max called in to tell us about the practices and philosophy at Royal Queen Seeds. We discuss his background before RQS and the resources that made Max want to join the team. He has experience building, managing, and overseeing grows. He considers data points from state of the art labs and outdoor operations in North America, Europe, and Asia.
(chapters are for video version. Audio version chapters are fast by about 20 seconds)
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0:32 Introduction
1:25 Max's background
3:58 US and European markets - Amsterdam
7:19 Underground operations before legalization
8:59 Current European policies
10:43 Max's roles at Royal Queen Seeds
15:40 Modern breeding - breeding philosophies
20:44 DNA sequencing - Sam the Skunkman
24:28 Autos - trait selection - percentages
28:39 F1 meaning
34:58 DLI maximizing efficiency - Canadian lab
37:40 Auto timeline
39:50 Breeding in different settings
43:09 Sharing Genetics - Hemp ban - triploids
47:08 Agricultural tools - regs
49:56 - Life finds a way - Blame
53:22 Canadian labs DLI continued - co2 levels - nutrients
58:24 Royal Queen Seeds standards of breeding and education
59:40 Seed bank, breeder, encyclopedia - seeds are magnificent
1:06:14 New Caledonia - Passion - Percentages and biases
1:10:44 Labeling traits - Landrace vs hybrid
1:14:19 Stay optimistic - Advice for new growers
1:18:25 Outro + QR codes + Ten parts sugar, Ninety Parts Whiskey
26 Mar 2026
NASC CAST - Featuring Dan from Happy Valley Genetics - EP 14
We took the show on the road to meet with the Happy Valley Genetics team at their headquarters in Gloucester, Massachusetts. Our Guest Dan gives us the history of the company, tells us about their dedication to stability and takes us (including you, Dear Viewer) on a tour of the facility.
Get Happy Valley Genetics Seeds Here (https://www.northatlanticseed.com/product-category/seeds/happy-valley-genetics/)
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Hear the soundtrack Here (https://chrisbouchard.bandcamp.com/album/harlem-brando-remixed)
The following chapters apply to the video version. The audio version doesn't have any music or breaks between segments.
0:01 Intro song Love by Spiderdactyl and Harlem Brando
0:33 Caitlyn and Dan introduction - Jurassic Park
4:40 Dan - What would you say you do here?
6:19 Breeding philosophy - Customer service
11:06 Traits
14:56 Pheno hunts - From bulk to boutique
19:57 Why Mass? - In the Wild
22:00 Difference between European and American markets - Another Level - Rockstars
28:08 Home vs Commercial
31:14 Grow C D - Chaos and commitment to the craft
32:50 Recent and upcoming drops - Strain talk - Ethos
35:19 An industry of peers
36:34 Breeder of the Week - Instagram and Youtube QR codes
37:27 song- The Machine in Me - Transition to tour
38:08 Tour begins
39:32 Veg room on transplant day
40:45 song- Devastation
43:58 song- Brave Hearts
44:17 Transition from Veg Room to Flower Room - Ingredients
45:25 Full spectrum HID Flower Room
46:45 Strain talk
48:50 Ventilation - Upkeep
49:23 song - Take Care of Your Babies
51:29 Super Lemon Haze - Setup
54:22 song - Love
55:56 Hands on
58:35 The cure team - Nate Dan discuss the crucial and often overlooked curing phase feat. Joe
1:02:50 Caitlyn's closing thoughts
1:07:03 Credits + Love by Spiderdactyl and Harlem Brando
1:10:15 Production Logo
6 Mar 2026
NASC CAST Featuring Dan Jimmie from Gnome Automatics - Ep. 13
Dan is here to tell us about his exciting new 304 family drop. The king of color has three new crosses that combine his celebrated colors with more prominent terpenes and serious heartiness. Check out the interview then pick up the new line on the 6th at noon!
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Intro Outro song by Wes Hartley and the Traveling Trees: that album (https://burstandbloom.bandcamp.com/album/narrow-gauge-quad-trains) + solo stuff (https://wesleyallenhartley.bandcamp.com/)
0:00 Intro song - Slow Shards
0:14 - Introduction
1:00- 304 Family Drop
4:43 IBL?
10:50 Anthracite + Terrorkobalt + Type 2 - Hearty Plant & Seeds
14:34 111 Ranch - Wash
17:45 Trichomes in the Wash + Photography Mentioned
18:45 Transplanting Autos + Germination Methods
21:58 Autos in the Industry
24:27 Color Show
26:50 Outro Song: Slow Shards by Wesley Allen Hartley and the Traveling Trees
27 Feb 2026
NASC CAST - Featuring Will from Sticky Finger Seeds - EP 12
Aloha! Will s a well respected name in genetics with lots of history to share. Come along with us as we learn about heritage cannabis and his exciting breeding projects.
29 Jan 2026
NASC CAST Featuring Sol From Solfire Gardens Ep. 11
Sol joins us to discuss his genetics and the community he has built around his work and the work of his supporters. We discuss trait selection as well as TCG and tabletop roleplaying. Super fun episode.
Chapters:
0:00 Intro Music by Kappa Don
0:27 Podcast intro Black Friday rush
2:27 Sol’s involvement in the Solfire community / Discord
5:58 Bringing people together / politics / help
10:56 Sol’s start in the industry / White Center, WA
13:30 Before growing
14:41 Biology background / Exotic Genetix / Inspiration
18:54 Northwestern green history
22:35 Open source / Breeder community
25:42 Aspirations / Breeding for your own tastes
28:32 Don Mega / High Times / Support for breeders
33:20 Rules for the industry
34:14 Incorporating new genetics / Standing out in the industry
38:58 DND / Phoenix Forge cards / Resin Realms
44:34 Trait selection / Favorite breeding strains
48:52 Testing Solfire
52:20 Solfire is for the Home growers
55:51 Generations of growers / TNG / Creativity
1:04:11 Grafting / Meeech
1:04:44 Advice for new growers and breeders / Trial and error
1:08:00 THE CONTROVERSY Germination advice
1:12:19 Most underrated strain
1:13:00 Solfire specific grower tips
1:14:38 Exciting news / Recreating Solfire classics
1:16:38 NASC breeder of the week
1:17:47 Trade shows
1:19:42 Outro / Signoff
1:20:56 Credits along with fun Solfire Discord photos and Sui K.O. by Kappa Donna
1:22:31 production logo
2 Jan 2026
NASC CAST - Featuring Aaron from Twenty20 - Ep.9
Caitlyn and Beth sit down with Aaron to talk about Twenty20, industry trends, and intentional breeding. Aaron tells us about their early strains and some secret upcoming projects.
21 Nov 2025
NASC CAST - Featuring Dirty Bird Genetics - Ep.8
Meet Beth, Ben, and Siobhann of Dirty Bird Genetics. We go over the history of the businesses, current projects, an exclusive coupon only found in this episode (please don't share the code with non-watchers. We're trying to test to see what kind of sales this drives), and our exciting plans for the future. This is a super fun and informative episode. Thanks for watching!
Intro and Outro Blooper/Credit music: "Lighter" by Wes Hartley and the Traveling Trees. https://whattt.bandcamp.com/album/dont-peel-your-bloomers-off-just-yet (https://whattt.bandcamp.com/album/dont-peel-your-bloomers-off-just-yet)
NASC CAST Logo by Siegengin
2 Oct 2025
NASC CAST - Featuring Don from Sin City Seeds - Ep. 7
Don joins us to discuss his passion for cannabis and everything that paved the way to Sin City Seeds. Originating from one of the states with the harshest cannabis laws - he had previously worked to keep out of the public eye, even going by "D" for a time, so this episode felt particularly revelatory. This one should be intriguing to breeders because Don gives us a little background on the iconic staples of Sin City Seeds, some of the recent drops, and the exciting new crosses coming later this month.
Song used in interview: Acrylic Dreams by The Magnetic Buzz
20 Aug 2025
NASC CAST - Featuring Eric from Dungeons Vault Genetics - Ep. 6
Eric from Dungeons Vault Genetics sat down with Beth and Caitlyn to discuss his career in the industry. They discuss his trajectory from doing customer service for Ken Estes to his current status as a respected breeder. Eric tells us why he traveled from Washington to Maine and lets us know about some exciting collaborations.
25 Jul 2025
NASC CAST - Featuring Ben from Seed & Soil - Ep. 5
Ben from Seed + Soil sits down with Beth + Caitlyn to discuss his journey from Nebraska to Maine breeding cannabis and vegetable seeds and otherwise being a master of soils. This is one you do not want to miss!
25 Jul 2025
NASC CAST - Featuring Dan Jimmie from Gnome Automatics - Ep. 3
Beth and Caitlyn sit down with Dan to discuss the industry, autoflower genetics, and what's coming next for Gnome Automatics.
25 Jul 2025
NASC CAST - featuring Luke from Omuerta Genetix - Ep. 4
Beth and Caitlyn sit down Luke, owner and operator of Omuerta Genetix to discuss the business, genetics, and the history of cannabis legalization in Canada.
25 Jul 2025
NASC CAST - Featuring MzJill - Ep. 2
Happy Women's History Month!
Beth and Caitlyn sit down with MzJill, co-founder of TGA Genetics and owner of MzJill Genetics. We discuss her history as a breeder, her iconic genetics, and the company's plans going forward.
24 Jul 2025
NASC CAST - Featuring Mr. Soul - Ep. 1
NASC CAST - Featuring Mr. Soul
Beth and Caitlyn sit down with Mr. Soul aka Rick Campanella, creator of Cinderella 99 and Rosetta Stone to discuss the history and philosophy behind his company, Brothers Grimm Seeds.
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