On this episode of Let’s Be Blunt, Montel talks with Dr Kenneth Perego, a practicing urologic oncology surgeon who has a strong background in research and new drug discovery. He serves as executive chairman of the board for One World Pharma, a cannabis cultivation company based in Columbia, alongside the companies CEO, legendary NBA Hall of Famer Isiah Thomas. Dr. Perego discusses the endocannabinoid system, the latest in cannabis research, and why Columbia plays an important role in the future of the cannabis supply chain worldwide.
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Now I understand a little better on why it helps my pain so much. Thank you for the post. @mclaughlin
You should check out the whole Montel Cannabis Channel
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Montel Williams, the television host and longtime activist is a supporter of the campaign who has a personal stake in cannabis reform in Michigan as a Black man who was arrested for a cannabis offense in 2002 after being caught with a pipe in the Detroit Airport…………
GLASS HOUSE | KYLE KAZAN
On this episode of Let’s Be Blunt with Montel, Kyle Kazan joins Montel to talk about his transition from education, to law enforcement to becoming the CEO of one of the most successful vertically integrated private cannabis companies, Glass House. Kyle began his career in education, then moved on to law enforcement where he developed an expertise in gang and drug identification and eradication. Soon thereafter, he became an advocate to end the war on drugs. In 1991 He began investing in distressed real estate and launched a total of 23 private equity funds. Today he is the CEO of Glass House, a vertically integrated CA cannabis company. Kyle share his perspective on the war on drugs, and why he decided to pursue cannabis as a business. He also discusses why he believes his company remains profitable when many other cannabis businesses are struggling.
TOMMY CHONG
Montel talks with the legendary Tommy Chong on this episode of Let’s Be Blunt with Montel. Tommy Chong is actor, best-selling author and Grammy Award winning comedian. Best known as one half of the iconic comedy duo, Cheech and Chong and a 40 + year advocate for cannabis legalization. Many younger fans know him from his role as the hippie Leo on the hit TV Series That 70’s Show. Tommy talks with Montel about his love of everything cannabis, sharing a prison cell with the Wolf of Wall Street while serving time for a paraphernalia offense, and his own cannabis company and product line, Tommy Chongs Cannabis.
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SECOND LADY OF PA GISELE FETTERMAN
On this special edition of Let’s Be Blunt, Montel talks with the Second Lady of Pennsylvania, Gisele Fetterman, a fierce advocate for cannabis reform. She founded the non-profit: Free Store 15104 and co-founded For Good PGH and 412 Food Rescue and has spearheaded many other non-profit initiatives. She is an advocate for women, immigration reform, the LGBTQ community, and cannabis legalization.
LAGANJA ESTRANJA TALKS CANNABIS
On this episode of Let’s Be Blunt, Montel talks with Jay Jackson, aka Laganja Estranja. Lagnaja is best known for her role on RuPauls Drag Race Season 6 and So You Think You Can Dance Season 15. She is a Presidential Scholar in The Arts who earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in dance and choreography from the California Institute of the Arts and has performed in festivals spanning 14 countries on 5 continents. She is an outspoken advocate for cannabis and the LGBTQ+ community.
INTO THE WEEDS | DANTE JORDAN
Montel talks with Dante Jordan on this episode of Let’s be Blunt with Montel. Dante is a freelance writer, video producer, and media consultant specializing in cannabis culture, strains, products, and education. His work is featured on Weedmaps, Leafly, Wikileaf, Green-Flower, and more.
CANNABIS KIND | DAVID DINNENBERG
David Dinnenberg is an entrepreneur who had a successful career in real estate development until the recession hit home in 2011. He and his wife decided it was time for a new plan, and he turned his attention to the cannabis industry. In 2012 he formed a financial technology company providing software solutions to businesses within the cannabis industry. David is the CEO and Founder of Kind Financial, a financial technology company providing software solutions to ensure businesses within the cannabis industry transact safely, securely, and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Since launching the company in 2012, David has secured KIND’s reputation as the leading expert on the complicated financial issues unique to the emerging legal cannabis industry.
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KITCHEN TOKE | JOLINE RIVERA
On this episode of Let’s Be Blunt, Montel talks with Joline Rivera, founder and creative director of the premium culinary cannabis magazine, Kitchen Toke. Kitchen Toke is the first media company dedicated to teaching people about culinary cannabis for health and wellness. The website and magazine cover cooking and entertaining seasonally with cannabis along with the chefs and individuals teaching how to use the plant as part of a regular health and wellness regimen. Our website also features recipes and stories told through video and additional on-trend topics where food and cannabis converge. Design-driven and published quarterly, Kitchen Toke is the definitive source on cooking with cannabis and is distributed to more than 2,500 stores internationally.
CANCER, CANNABIS & MORE | SHARON LETTS
Montel chats with Sharon Letts in this episode of Let’s Be Blunt with Montel on everything from beating breast cancer to the celebs she has interviewed on the topic of cannabis. Sharon is an international writer for High Times, Dope, Weed World, and more. She has been touted as one of the most prolific and informative writers in the cannabis space today. Little did she know how important her work in the cannabis field would become to her personally until she was diagnosed with breast cancer.
Let’s Be Blunt with Montel
Montel Williams is one of the highest-profile advocates for medical cannabis in the country. He has used medical cannabis products to effectively manage the symptoms of his Multiple Sclerosis (MS) since his diagnosis with the disease in 1999.
A cannabis lifestyle and interview show, “Let’s Be Blunt” explores the intersection of cannabis, activism, health, and wellness. Hosted by Montel Williams, the podcast works to bridge the gap between common cannabis knowledge and in-depth research, while also giving high-profile guests a chance to “be blunt” about their lives, what they’re passionate about, and what they believe in.
CANNABIS PIONEER | BIGMIKE
On this episode of Let’s Be Blunt, Montel talks with industry icon BigMike Straumietis, an entrepreneur, philanthropist, innovator, and cannabis thought leader. Since 1983, he has overseen the cultivation of more than a million plants and is responsible for 53 innovations in the world of cannabis cultivation. In 1999 he founded Advanced Nutrients, which today, generates more than $150 million in annual sales in 107+ countries. He navigated the black market in the early days, and has consulted for Hollywood hit shows and films such as Weeds, CSI and Pineapple Express.
CANNABIS NOW | EUGENIO GARCIA
On this episode of Let’s Be blunt with Montel, CEO, co-founder, and publisher of Cannabis Now Magazine and HEMP Magazine Eugenio Garcia chats with Montel on a broad range of cannabis topics, from access for our veterans to how cannabis is helping the honeybee population. Cannabis Now Magazine launched in 2009 and is one of the most trusted sources in the cannabis discussion.
SALVADOR SANTANA
Montel talks with Salvador Santana on this episode of Let’s Be Blunt with Montel. Salvador is a renowned producer, songwriter and musician who has attained global acclaim for founding multiple bands and headlining events around the world, adding to his list of accolades a Grammy at age 16.
The son of guitarist Carlos Santana plays keyboards and his band plays a mix of hip-hop, jazz, rock, Latin and world music.
Salvador Santana’s artistic chops are colored by-and a continuation of-his family’s legacy. Salvador’s maternal grandfather was an African-American blues pioneer, tenor and guitar legend Saunders King, his paternal grandfather is celebrated violinist and mariachi bandleader Jose Santana, and his father is 10-time Grammy-winning Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Carlos Santana.
Salvador grew to understand the medical and spiritual benefits of cannabis, learning about and experiencing first hand the wide range of positive, natural effects of cannabis, in all of its forms, and is a passionate advocate.
2020 STRAIN OF THE YEAR | LEAFLY
As any regular cannabis consumer can tell you, not all cannabis is created equal. Leafly’s Director of Science and Innovation, Nick Jikomes Ph.D., and California Bureau Chief David Downs join Montel on this episode of Let’s Be Bunt to discuss the 2020 strain of the year.
HUMBOLDT SEED CO | NATHANIAL PENNINGTON
In this episode of Let’s Be Blunt, Montel talks with the Founder and CEO of Humboldt Seed Company. Nathanial is the expert on creating new strains and has been breeding cannabis and working to restore rivers and salmon populations in Humboldt County, California for over 20 years. With a deep foundation in Humboldt County and a strong affinity for community, he has founded several nonprofit organizations, most recently Nature Rights Council, an environmental organization led by Humboldt’s indigenous youth. He believes creative breeding is the way forward for craft farmers and is passionate about ensuring that cannabis remains a plant for the people and not a corporate commodity.
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REDMAN GETS BLUNT WITH MONTEL
On this episode of Let’s Be Blunt, Montel catches up with his friend Reginald Noble, also known as Redman, to talk about how he’s adjusting during COVID, the importance of cannabis education and more.
THE 411 ON CANNABIS FOR PETS | TIM SHU D.V.M.
Dr. Tim Shu is featured on this episode of Let’s Be Blunt with Montel. A graduate of Texas A&M University’s College of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Shu practiced emergency, critical care, and general medicine, frequently working with low-income clients to provide optimal healthcare on restricted budgets before founding Vet CBD. He explains how CBD and cannabis products can be helpful in treating your pets maladies with the right dosing and products and shares the latest research on the topic.
