Grow Conversations
Grow Conversations is your window into the world of medical cannabis.
Grow Conversations is a podcast from Grow Group UK, the UK's leading supplier of cannabis based medicines. GC is hosted by patient access specialist and cannabis-patient advocate Alex Fraser.
Grow Conversations aims to provide informed insights into the burgeoning medical cannabis industry with a UK focus. We will be interviewing those at the forefront of this industry including Doctors, researchers, CEOs and much more.
Grow Conversations is your window into the world of medical cannabis. Showcasing the most interesting and inspiring individuals working in this space, delving into their experiences, their knowledge and their hopes and dreams for the future of this exciting new treatment option.
Episodes
33 episodes
Europe’s Cannabis Boom: Inside the 2026 Cannabis Conference Trends | Stephen Murphy Cannabis Europa
In this latest episode of Grow Conversations, we sat down with Stephen Murphy who is Co-Founder & CEO of Prohibition Partners, a global leader in cannabis tech, data and media. He runs Cannabis Europa, Europe's premier cannabis industry con...
Happy 4️⃣2️⃣0️⃣! Plant Medicine Artist Lydia & Medical Cannabis Marketing Manager Joséphine- GC S3E6
For today's 4️⃣2️⃣0️⃣ special, we bring you the second part of our Plantz Women's Circle podcast interviews. We spoke to Lydia aka Mershmaid Illustrations, who is a chronic pain patient and plant medicine artist, as well as Joséphine Mc...
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The Power of Medical Cannabis & Women's Health - EmpowHer, Elle Cooper & Treat-It (GC S3 E5 Part 1)
Today's episode was filmed at the Plantz.io Women's Circle. On Tuesday 10th March 2026, an extraordinary group of women came together to share, connect, and celebrate their journeys with plant medicine. The energy was electric, the conversation...
Unlocking Nature's Wisdom with VOR Group CEO Liam McGreevy- GC Podcast S3 E4
Today, Alex sits down with VOR Group's CEO Liam McGreevy to discuss the goals of the group, and Liam's journey so far in the world of cannabis. Discussing a variety of topics including (but not limited to):-Importing hydroponic...
Author of UK Police Medical Cannabis Guidance Richard List: GC Podcast S3 E3
In this episode, we’re joined by Richard List who is the Controlled Drugs Liaison Officer (CDLO) at Thames Valley Police, as well as the author of the recent UK Police Medical Cannabis Guidance.We are also hosting a webinar near the end...
CB1 Medical - Running A Successful UK Cannabis Clinic in 2025 - GC S3E2
In this episode, we spoke to Lead Clinician Dr Simon Tordoff and COO Anabel Sharma of CB1 Medical, a leading Medical Cannabis clinic in the UK. Covering a range of topics including: - What makes CB1 different- The ...
1,000 Subscriber Special!: Looking Back at our Best Medical Cannabis Interviews- S3 E1
In this special clip episode, we're taking a look back at the 26 episodes of Grow Conversations that have been released so far (keep watching for some bloopers at the end!).We're kicking of Season 3 with a review of some of our favourit...
S2 E16: Inside 4C Labs - Bringing Canadian Cannabis Excellence to the UK
In this episode, we spoke to CEO Greg Dobbin & CRO James Smith of 4C Labs, who supply EU GMP Medical Cannabis to the UK and EU. Covering a range of topics including:How 4C source the "best" of Canadian medic...
Women in Cannabis: Inside SafriCanna’s All-Female Cultivation Team With Andrea Segal - GC S2E15
In this episode, we spoke to SafriCanna's Head of Production Andrea Segal. Covering a range of topics including: - Andreas journey from trimming in California to her current role as HoP at Safricanna- 'Hybrid' gree...
S2 E14: How To Grow UK Medical Cannabis with Dalgety Head Grower Brady Green & CEO James Leavesley
In this especially unique on-site episode, we spoke to Head Grower Brady Green & CEO James Leavesley of Dalgety Ltd. Stay tuned until the end of the episode for a full tour of their facility. If you're interested in how to setu...
S2 E13- Cannabis Aquaponics Using Salmon (And More!) with Kayla Mann- CFO of Cake & Caviar/Habitat
In this especially unique episode, we spoke to Kayla Mann who is the Chief Financial Officer of Cake & Caviar and Habitat. If you're interested in running a cannabis cultivation business, unique growing practises, and the inner...
S2 E12- Your Rights as a UK Medical Cannabis Patient: Rob Jappie of Fieldfisher LLP
In this episode, Alex speaks to cannabis regulatory specialist Robert Jappie who is a Partner of law firm Fieldfisher LLP.Robert specialises in emerging life sciences industries and is recognised as a leading legal expert in progressive...
S2 E11- How To Grow The Best Medical Cannabis: Cultivating Excellence with GreenJoÿ Inc
In this special international episode, we spoke to Founder & CEO Vincent St-Arnaud, and COO & Partner Ryan Yablonsky of GreenJoÿ Inc. GreenJoÿ is a Health Canada approved licensed cultivator of "craft" cannabis medicines, located in Gat...
S2 E10- Medical Cannabis in Australia- Liz Warburton, Director of Nativa Consulting & Naturopath
In this special international episode, Alex speaks to Liz Warburton about all things Australia. Liz is Nativa' Consulting's Director and product expert with extensive experience in the Australian medicinal cannabis industry - including pharmacy...
S2 E9: Cannabis' Role in Mental Health & Neurodiversity With Prescribing Psychiatrist Dr Singh
In this episode, Alex talks to Psychiatrist and leading UK medical cannabis prescriber Dr Niraj Singh. Dr Niraj Singh is a Consultant Psychiatrist and specialises in Neurodevelopmental Psychiatry. He has extensive experience ...
S2 E8: Medical Cannabis: Wider NHS Access & Clinical Trials- Melissa Sturgess, CEO of Ananda
Ananda is a publicly listed pharmaceutical company focused on the development of cannabinoid-based drugs for the treatment of a range of complex, chronic inflammatory pain conditions. Ananda’s team of seasoned, successful and driv...
S2E7- Medical Cannabis Goes Global - Michael Sassano of SOMAÍ reflects on UK launch - GC
SOMAÍ Pharmaceuticals is a leading EU-GMP European pharmaceutical and biotech company with a global footprint of distribution for the largest and most advanced EU GMP-certified cannabinoid-containing pharmaceuticals portfolio.SOMAÍ owns a s...
S2E6- Medical Cannabis in International Athletics with Hellen Frost of Team GB - Grow Conversations
In this very special episode, Alex speaks to Team GB Power Lifter and medical cannabis patient Hellen Frost.Discussing...- Medical Cannabis in International sporting competition.- Mental health impacts of exercise and sport....
S2E5- Cannabis for Mental Health - A Psychiatrist and a Patient Discuss their UK Cannabis Clinic - GC
In this episode Alex talks to Psychiatrist Dr David Howells and medical cannabis patient Sam Ashton of Cannabis Clinic Cardiff (and special surprise guest Dexter the dog!)Husband and Wife, Sam and Dave founded and manage Cannabis Clinic...
S2 E4- Women’s Health & Medical Cannabis – Shauna Levy, Founder of Madge and Mercer - GC Podcast
Grow Conversations Season 2- Episode 4In this episode Alex talks to pioneering medical cannabis company founder and CEO, Shauna Levy.Shauna gives GC listeners a behind-the-scenes look into starting Madge and Mercer. In honour of...
S2E3: The Nurses role in UK Medical Cannabis – James Watson of Integro Clinics
In this episode Alex talks to pioneering “medical cannabis nurse” James Watson. James speaks candidly on his experience as a patient, and realising what cannabis could do for him and his journey to working at Integro, a UK c...
S2E2: Discussing UK Medical Cannabis Clinics with MAMEDICA's Jon Robson - Grow Conversations
In our latest podcast episode, Alex speaks to Jon Robson, Managing Director at MAMEDICA . MAMEDICA are a private clinic prescribing cannabis medicines in the United Kingdom. Find out more about MAMEDICA at
S2E1: Speaking To a Cannabis-Prescribing Pain Doctor - Dr Sunny Nayee - Clinical Lead at Integro Clinics- Grow Conversations
Alex speaks to Dr Sunny Nayee, pain specialist and clinical lead at Integro Medical Clinics. Integro are a private clinic prescribing cannabis medicines in the United Kingdom. Find out more about Integro at www.integroclinics.com
S1E10: Advancing Medical Cannabis Through Real World Data With Calyx - Chad Walkeden, CEO of Ontracka- Grow Conversations
Alex chats with Chad Walkeden, CEO of Ontracka, about launching Calyx, the patient app from Grow Pharma, powered by Ontracka.Chad speaks candidly about his experience as a cancer survivor and how it lead him to develop Ontracka, a mobil...
S1E9: Global Cannabis Pioneers Discuss UK and Europe - Don Perrott & Marianne Nielsen - Aurora Europe- Grow Conversations
Alex speaks to Marianne Nielsen and Don Perrot from Aurora Europe about launching the pioneering Canadian producer of medical cannabis in the UK and Europe.Marianne is Vice President of Business Development & Medical Affairs at Auro...