[TGNS] Ep. 53: Muddy Roots 2026 Recap

This week, our good friend Tootall joins Grateful and Nerd for a special Halloween episode! We're diving into two mind-bending horror films, Backrooms and Obsession, breaking down their stories, hidden details, unsettling themes, and the theories that keep us thinking long after the credits roll. From the endless, nightmarish spaces of Backrooms to the disturbing psychological twists of Obsession, we're talking cosmic horror, paranoia, obsession, and everything that makes these movies so damn creepy. Happy Halloween from Grateful Nerd! Grateful Nerd: https://gratefulnerd.com Check Out Tootall On Your Average Grow: https://open.spotify.com/show/1kVDzVP0KEG26bZsm1rvra

This week on TGNS, we're joined by Alebrije Genetics to talk about his decision to take a break from the seed game and what's coming with his final seed drop. We get into the future of Alebrije Genetics, what led to the decision to step away, and what's next for the man behind the genetics. Grateful Nerd: https://gratefulnerd.com Alebrije Genetics: https://alebrijegenetics.com

This week on The Grateful Nerd Show, Grateful tells us all about his anniversary getaway to a cabin deep in the Vermont woods that turned out to be a moldy nightmare. Nothing says romance quite like a questionable cabin in the middle of nowhere. Meanwhile, Nerd gets into the Halloween spirit with stories from family trips to local haunted attractions, scare parks, and all the seasonal chaos that comes with spooky season.

This week on The Grateful Nerd Show, Grateful is back from Muddy Roots 2026 and has stories to tell. We get into his experience at the festival, the bands he caught, the people he met, the Muddy Roots atmosphere, and everything else that comes with spending a weekend surrounded by loud music and camping. Keep Up With Grateful Nerd YouTube:  @gratefulnerdcollective  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gratefulnerdcollective Website: https://gratefulnerd.com/

This week on The Grateful Nerd Show, we’re joined by Alebrije to talk about one of the community’s favorite yearly traditions: making the trip to the Alebrije Pop-Up Party. We get into how the gathering came together, what makes the Maine trip so special, and how it has grown into something the community looks forward to every year. More than just a party, it’s a chance for people from across the scene to reconnect, meet in real life, and celebrate the culture we’ve all helped build together.   Keep Up With Grateful Nerd YouTube:  @gratefulnerdcollective  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gratefulnerdcollective Website: https://gratefulnerd.com/

This week on The Grateful Nerd Show, we’re getting hyped for a big weekend ahead at the Alebrije Pop-Up Party! We talk about what we’re looking forward to, what we’re bringing, and why this is shaping up to be one hell of a weekend. We also recap Grateful’s trip to the 2026 Drew Estate Barn Smoker — a full day of cigars, tobacco, food, and hanging out with the Drew Estate crew and cigar community. Keep Up With Grateful Nerd YouTube:  ⁨@gratefulnerdcollective⁩  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gratefulnerdcollective Website: https://gratefulnerd.com/

This week on The Grateful Nerd Show, we’re joined by JerBear to talk about his journey into making his own soil from the ground up. We get into what pushed him to start building his own soil, what he’s learned along the way, and how his approach has evolved through experimentation, research, and plenty of hands-on experience. More Grateful Nerd: https://gratefulnerd.com

On this episode of The Grateful Nerd Show, Corey from Phocas Seeds joins us to look back on our trip to the Capitaland Pipe Show. We talk about some of the standout pipe tobaccos we sampled, the vendors we met, the atmosphere of the show, and why events like this are such an important part of keeping the pipe community alive. Along the way, we dive into collecting pipes, discovering new blends, and the stories that make these gatherings memorable.   Phocas Seeds: https://phocasseeds.com Capitaland Pipe Show: https://www.capitalandpipeshow.com/

This week on Grateful Nerd, we're taking it easy with a laid-back conversation about everything happening in our lives and gardens. We kick things off with an update on our outdoor vegetable gardens and what's growing this season before Nerd shares his latest obsession—diving headfirst into the world of pipe tobacco and trying a variety of blends in search of his favorites. Then, with Father's Day fresh in our minds, we have an honest conversation about what it means to be a dad while also being part of the cannabis community, balancing family life, breaking stereotypes, and raising kids with intention.

This week on The Grateful Nerd Show, we're joined by Alebrije Genetics for a laid-back conversation about community, cultivation, and the events bringing growers together. We discuss the upcoming Maine get-together, what attendees can expect, and why these grassroots gatherings have become such an important part of the community. Grateful and Nerd also take some time to look back on the recent Grateful Nerd BBQ, sharing highlights from the event, memorable moments, and what made this year's gathering special. More Grateful Nerd: 👉 https://gratefulnerd.com