Awarded #1 Cannabis Podcast to Listen to in 2024 Welcome to "Let's Be Blunt with Montel," the space where cannabis meets conversation, science, and stories. Hosted by the legendary Montel Williams – a trailblazer in cannabis advocacy since long before it became mainstream – this podcast dives deep into the world of cannabis normalization and its therapeutic potential. Montel, whose voice has been pivotal in pushing past the stigma, brings to the table a stimulating mix of episodes exploring the scientific aspects of cannabis, its various business facets, inspiring patient narratives, and the passionate work of advocates. Whether you're a seasoned cannabis enthusiast or merely canna-curious, "Let's Be Blunt with Montel" is your weekly dose of educational discussions, groundbreaking insights, and heartfelt stories, all shedding light on the multifaceted cannabis industry. ✨ New shows drop every Thursday Night https://www.youtube.com/letsbebluntwithmontel
In this special on-location episode of Let’s Be Blunt with Montel, we’re bringing together legends from the worlds of music, acting, and cannabis innovation.
First, we’re joined by the iconic Ice-T—hip-hop pioneer, actor, and now a trailblazer in the cannabis industry. From his groundbreaking music career to his 20+ years on Law & Order: SVU, Ice-T has always been a voice for resilience and change. Now, he’s making waves with his la...
On this episode of Let’s Be Blunt with Montel, we’re diving into the future of cannabis with Shawn Sherman, founder and owner of Golden Apple Cannabis Co. Shawn’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary—starting as a computer science graduate and ethical hacker, he transitioned into the cannabis industry during California’s medical cannabis movement. Today, he’s a trailblazer in cannabis education, policy, and innovation.
Shawn is...
This week, Montel sits down with a guest whose story will leave you speechless. Meet Al Morentin, a man who turned desperation into innovation and blindness into vision—literally.
When glaucoma stole Al’s sight, doctors told him to accept a life of darkness. But Al refused to give up. Through sheer determination, he developed his own Rick Simpson Oil formulation, not only restoring his vision but also eliminating decades of migraine...
In Part 2 of this extraordinary series, Montel continues the conversation with Ian McGann and Caitlin Bellucci, exploring the next chapter of Ian’s recovery journey. From being airlifted to a better facility to walking unassisted within 30 days, Ian’s story is a testament to the power of determination, love, and second chances.
This episode delves into the role cannabis played in Ian’s recovery, the mental health challenges he faced...
In this powerful two-part series, Montel sits down with Ian McGann, a stroke survivor, mental health advocate, and passionate voice for cannabis in healthcare, alongside his wife and caregiver, Caitlin Bellucci. Ian’s journey of resilience began in May 2023 when he survived a rare brain stem stroke with only a 5% survival rate. From losing control of the right side of his body to walking unassisted within 30 days, Ian’s story is no...
On this episode of Let’s Be Blunt with Montel, we’re diving deep into the world of cannabis genetics with two legends in the industry—Rick “MrSoul” Campanella and Laura “MrsSoul” Campanella of Brothers Grimm Seeds. Rick, the mastermind breeder behind iconic strains like Cinderella 99, Rosetta Stone, and Apollo, shares his decades-long journey of innovation and excellence in cannabis breeding. Laura, the newly appointed ...
Host Montel Williams goes solo in this cannabis news roundup, breaking down the latest federal legalization developments including Trump's potential rescheduling of marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III.
Discover groundbreaking medical research showing cannabis benefits for PTSD in veterans and neuroprotective effects in older adults, while Montel takes a critical look at the controversial Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS)...
In this enlightening episode of Let’s Be Blunt with Montel, we’re joined by two trailblazers in the field of medical cannabis education and advocacy: Professor Sabrina Fayaz and Dr. Nick Bottaro.
Professor Fayaz, Director of the Master of Science in Medical Cannabinoid Therapeutics (MS MCT) program at LECOM, shares her incredible journey from working with multi-state cannabis operators to using cannabis as part of her own breast can...
On this episode of Let’s Be Blunt with Montel, we’re joined by a true pioneer in the cannabis industry, Brad Zerman. As the founder of Seven Point Dispensary in Oak Park, Illinois, Brad has been at the forefront of medical cannabis innovation and community engagement since 2014. From navigating the challenges of launching one of Illinois’ first medical dispensaries to expanding his footprint with licenses across multiple states, Br...
On this episode of Let’s Be Blunt with Montel, we’re diving into a story of reinvention, resilience, and redefining wellness. Montel sits down with Mary Bernuth, Co-Founder and President of Pharos Brands, to explore her inspiring journey into the cannabis industry—one she embarked on in her 60s after a dynamic career spanning global brand launches, film publicity, nonprofit leadership, and executive therapy.
Mary shares how her back...
In this episode of Let’s Be Blunt with Montel, we’re joined by the multi-talented JoJo Simmons, a name synonymous with entertainment, entrepreneurship, and advocacy. As the son of hip-hop legend Rev Run of Run DMC, JoJo grew up in the spotlight, starring in MTV’s Run’s House and WE TV’s Growing Up Hip Hop. But his story goes far beyond reality TV.
JoJo is the CEO and co-founder of Whos House Entertainment, a music production company...
In this episode of Let’s Be Blunt with Montel, we’re diving deep into the roots of cannabis culture with a true legend in the industry—Dave Valese, aka “Big Dave.” With 29 years of experience, Big Dave has gone from the underground cannabis scene of the Northeast to leading the charge in New Jersey’s legal market as the Chief Visionary Officer of HoneyProjects.
Join Montel and Big Dave as they explore his incredible journey, from cu...
In this powerful episode of Let’s Be Blunt with Montel, we sit down with Travis Cullen, a man who turned his eight-year federal prison sentence for cannabis into a mission for justice and change. At just 21 years old, Travis was sentenced for a first-time offense involving cannabis. Today, he’s not only a licensed dispensary owner in Minnesota but also the CEO of Freedom Soda, a brand dedicated to supporting those still incarcerate...
On this episode of Let’s Be Blunt with Montel, we’re diving into the roots—literally—of the cannabis industry: seeds.
Joining Montel is Sergio Martínez, founder of Blimburn Seeds, one of the world’s leading cannabis seed companies. Recently featured in Forbes for his pivotal role in shaping the booming $4 billion home cultivation market, Sergio brings over 20 years of expertise in cannabis genetics, innovation, and entrepreneurship...
On this episode of "Let's Be Blunt with Montel", we explore the intersection of cannabis, cancer care, and patient empowerment with two incredible guests.
Jim Gerencser, Co-Founder of Cancer Playbook, shares how his son Eric's cancer diagnosis led him to redefine patient care through the mantra "Patient-Reported Outcomes + Research = Playbooks." Jim reveals how alternative therapies like cannabis brought meaningful improvements to ...
Welcome back to Let's Be Blunt with Montel! This week, Montel dives into the latest cannabis news in a special roundup episode. No guests, just Montel breaking down critical updates from around the globe.
📰 Here’s what’s in store:
Actor. Advocate. Changemaker.
Join Montel Williams as he sits down with Mark Pellegrino, the renowned actor behind iconic roles like Jacob in Lost and Lucifer in Supernatural. But beyond the screen, Mark is a force for reform as the co-founder of the American Capitalist Party, a movement championing individual liberty, free markets, and personal accountability.
This conversation takes a deep look into Mark’s passion for cannabis lega...
Join Montel Williams on this compelling episode of Let's Be Blunt as he sits down with Stephanie Karzon Abrams, a pioneering neuropharmacologist and founder of Beyond Consulting.
Together, they uncover the transformative potential of plant medicine and psychedelics in modern healthcare.
From her cutting-edge research to her hands-on work with MDMA and psilocybin therapies under Canada’s Special Access Program, Stephanie shares how s...
Join Montel Williams on this episode of Let's Be Blunt with Montel as he welcomes Mike Robinson, founder of the Global Cannabinoid Research Center and CEO of Nanobles Corp.
Mike shares his incredible personal story as a multiple cancer survivor who leveraged cannabis medicine to overcome devastating illnesses, including epilepsy, Lyme disease, and chronic pain.
Explore how Mike’s groundbreaking research is shaping the future of can...
Welcome to Let's Be Blunt with Montel! This episode features Chela and Dave Coennen, the driving forces behind Cannabis Helps Dementia and Coach Chela CannaGuides. Together, they've turned personal experiences into advocacy, supporting families and seniors in exploring the incredible potential of cannabinoids like CBD, CBG, and THC.
Chela and Dave share:
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.
Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com
The World's Most Dangerous Morning Show, The Breakfast Club, With DJ Envy, Jess Hilarious, And Charlamagne Tha God!
My Favorite Murder is a true crime comedy podcast hosted by Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark. Each week, Karen and Georgia share compelling true crimes and hometown stories from friends and listeners. Since MFM launched in January of 2016, Karen and Georgia have shared their lifelong interest in true crime and have covered stories of infamous serial killers like the Night Stalker, mysterious cold cases, captivating cults, incredible survivor stories and important events from history like the Tulsa race massacre of 1921. My Favorite Murder is part of the Exactly Right podcast network that provides a platform for bold, creative voices to bring to life provocative, entertaining and relatable stories for audiences everywhere. The Exactly Right roster of podcasts covers a variety of topics including historic true crime, comedic interviews and news, science, pop culture and more. Podcasts on the network include Buried Bones with Kate Winkler Dawson and Paul Holes, That's Messed Up: An SVU Podcast, This Podcast Will Kill You, Bananas and more.
The official podcast of comedian Joe Rogan.