Send us Fan Mail

On this episode of Vinally High, Drew Beats and BJ Buds sit down with a very special guest who’s been powering the flower all season long—award-winning cultivator Geoff, the man behind Ghost Face Gorilla Grow. Fresh off winning Best Flower at the 2025 Crown Town Cannabis Cup, Jeff finally joins the show to share the story behind his craft, his journey through the cannabis industry, and what it really takes to grow top-tier product.

The conversation dives deep into the science, art, and dedication behind cannabis cultivation. Geoff explains how what many people think is a laid-back job is actually a highly technical process involving controlled environments, pest prevention, sanitation practices, and constant monitoring of temperature, humidity, and lighting cycles. From multiple grow rooms for different plant stages to dialing in the perfect conditions, cultivating premium flower is a full-time labor of love.

Geoff also shares how his journey began 15 years ago as a family effort, originally growing cannabis to help supply medical needs for his mother during the early days of the medical cannabis movement. What started in a basement eventually evolved into a professional cultivation operation built on passion, knowledge, and years of learning the hard way.

Of course, it wouldn’t be a Vinally High episode without spinning a record. This week’s vinyl pick is Stay Asleep by Bigwig (1999)—a skate-punk classic that sparks a nostalgic conversation about the underground punk scenes of Florida, New York, and North Carolina. The crew reflects on discovering music in the pre-streaming era, local shows in unexpected venues, and the tight-knit community that defined punk culture.

Along the way, the episode explores:

• The realities of modern cannabis cultivation vs. common misconceptions
• Why clean growing practices and transparency matter for consumers
• The balance between art and science in producing high-quality flower
• The role of craft growers in shaping the future of the industry
• Punk rock nostalgia and the music that shaped a generation

Plus, listeners can participate in this episode’s trivia challenge for a chance to win a complimentary promotional pre-roll courtesy of Ghostface Gorilla Grow.

Roll something up, drop the needle, and join the conversation as we celebrate great music, great flower, and the passionate people behind both.

Follow & Support Vinally High
📸 Instagram: @VinallyHigh

Our Guest:
📸 Instagram: @ghostfacegorillagrow
Web: https://ghostfacegorilla.com

Support the show

Send us Fan Mail

This week on Vinally High, Drew Beats and BJ Buds are joined by Charlotte-by-way-of-Long-Island rapper, singer, and songwriter Nani for a conversation that moves just as seamlessly as her flow.

Fresh off a soul-reset trip to Cancún, Nani steps into the studio in a mood of gratitude and clarity, ready to unpack her journey—from winning a fourth-grade poetry contest to navigating early studio sessions in New York, to finding her signature “baby voice” sound right here in North Carolina. She opens up about homelessness, creative pivots, producer chemistry, and the vulnerability it takes to refine your artistry without losing your edge.

The crew spins Ill Na Na by Foxy Brown, diving into the era when female MCs blended raw lyricism with unapologetic sexuality—and why ’90s New York hip-hop still hits different. From deep conversations about artistry and influence (including the undeniable industry impact of Sean Combs) to hilarious AI-generated album cover experiments, this episode balances real talk with classic Vinally High chaos.

Nani breaks down:

• How poetry evolved into rap battles and studio sessions
• The moment she realized she could master different “pockets” and flows
• The origin of her soft-but-deadly vocal tone
• Why putting her catalog on shuffle is the best way to experience it
• The cultural shift from New York to Charlotte (including a passionate rant about Southern driving habits)

Between vinyl spins, sponsor love, and elevated vibes, the conversation floats from hip-hop history to personal growth to staying authentic in an industry that constantly demands reinvention.

Roll something up, press play, and get Vinally High.

📲 Connect & Follow

Follow Nani:
TikTok: @thenanilayilaa
Instagram: @thenanilayilaa
Spotify:: Nani Layilaa
YouTube: @TheNaniLayilaa

Follow Vinally High:
Instagram: @vinallyhighpodcast
YouTube: Vinally High
All streaming platforms: Vinally High Podcast

Tap in, share the episode, and let us know your favorite moment. 🎧🔥

Support the show

Send us Fan Mail

On this episode of the Vinally High Podcast, Drew Beats and BJ Buds welcome a rising force in Charlotte’s music scene — DJ Meechie.

Hailing from Pittsburgh, PA, Meechie brings the raw grit of the North and blends it seamlessly with the soulful rhythms of the South and beyond. But her journey to the turntables didn’t start in the club — it started in the classroom.

Just a year ago, Meechie was a high school journalism and AVID teacher, shaping young minds and encouraging students to chase their dreams. In a full-circle moment of self-reflection, she realized she had to take her own advice. What began as a dusty DJ controller sitting in her living room turned into a leap of faith, late-night practice sessions, TikTok lives, and eventually… residencies and real momentum in the city.

While spinning The College Dropout by Kanye West, Meechie shares how that album shaped her at just nine years old and why conscious, culture-shifting hip hop still fuels her creativity today. The conversation dives into:

• Growing up on early 2000s hip hop and what made Kanye’s debut so impactful
• The emotional power of music and memory
• Walking away from stability to pursue purpose
• Building a DJ brand from scratch in a competitive city
• TikTok vs. real-world DJ culture
• Taking advantage of “the opportunity of a lifetime in the lifetime of the opportunity”

From her first birthday gig to landing a residency in under a year, Meechie proves that hunger, authenticity, and bold action can accelerate your path faster than you ever imagined.

This episode is about betting on yourself, honoring your roots, and understanding that sometimes the scariest pivot leads to your real purpose.

Roll the vinyl. Spark the conversation. Get Vinally High.

Follow DJ Meechie:
Instagram: @meechamilli
TikTok: @meechamilli
YouTube: @meechamilli

Follow Vinally High:
Instagram: @vinallyhighpodcast
TikTok: @vinallyhighpodcast
Facebook: Vinally High

Support the show