Welcome to another insightful episode of “Let’s Be Blunt with Montel” where your host, Montel Williams, takes you on a truth-seeking mission into the world of cannabis. We confront the harsh reality of misinformation and
the overwhelming need for genuine, trustworthy cannabis education.
Joining us is the tenacious Andrew Ward, a highly regarded journalist and author within the cannabis space, seasoned with a personal touch to his exploration of cannabis topics. Together, we venture into the misunderstood
arenas of the cannabis world.
In This Episode:
Background & Personal Connection: Andrew kicks off the show by sharing his roots and how his own experiences with cannabis led him down a path of advocacy
and enlightenment.
CBD Miracle: A heartwarming account of how Andrew witnessed CBD transforming his dog’s health and well-being.
Dissecting Misinformation: What does ‘cannabis education gap’ really mean? Andrew uncovers the layers of misunderstanding and the common misconceptions
encountered during his career.
Roots of the Problem: We examine why misinformation perpetuates within the industry and the effects it has at the grassroots level.
The Impact of the Point of Sale: The critical role of dispensaries in bridging the gap between knowledge and sales practices.
Technology’s Role: A look into how platforms and tools are being used to educate and spread the right message about cannabis.
Legalization and Education: The influence of state legalization movements on the narrative around cannabis and the continuous battle against misinformation.
Remember, “knowledge is power,” and through this episode, we invite you to become a powerful advocate for cannabis truth. Understand the importance of questioning, learn to discern credible sources, and spread awareness
to enrich our collective understanding.
Don’t just listen, act. Join the conversation, empower yourself and others through advocacy, and help us bridge the cannabis education gap.
Thank you for getting “blunt” with us. Make sure to subscribe for future deep dives into cannabis culture and send us your thoughts or suggested topics. Stay curious, stay informed, and as always—stay blunt.
If at first you don’t succeed, then try, try, again. The STATES ACT 2.0 is back! Bi-partisan sponsored legalization framework bill introduced in the US House of Representatives floor by (R)Dave Joyce of Ohio. Cannabis Coast to Coast News with Alaina Pinto, full show with the A Block featuring Green State writer Cara Wietstock on Trump driven anxiety driving increase in weed consumption; Andrew Behringer in Washington DC; RFK Jr. alienates the autistic community with his words; Reaction from Michigan’s Amie Carter, a mother of Jayden, her 18 year old son who uses THC to combat his outbursts. plus Karen Black in Arizona with another month of declining sales; Kimmie Cannabis with medical breakthrough on the treatment of cancer with cannabis.
The B Block, Mark Alan, the Chicago Clone Guy; Ben Stevens in Europe and the fate of Italy; Dina Nagib in California; Marianne Cursetjee in Oregon; Christopher Bright in MD: Curaleaf closes licensed medical facility in Florida and opens the Hemp Co; Doug Miller has the impact on their stock in High on Wall street;
The C Block
Joe Parsons in Virginia; Tina Tasaka In Nevada and the closing of Smoke and Mirrors the city’s first cannabis social lounge; Chirstina Brisson in Ohio; PCM TV founder Jimmy Young at the opening of a second dispensary for Lazy River Products in Tewksbury;
On this episode of Let’s be Blunt, Montel talks with the founder and executive director of the INDIGENOUS CANNABIS INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION, Rob PeRo and Mary Jane Oatman. The ICIA uplifts cannabis economic development by advocating for equitable policy reform, empowering communities through education and destigmatization, and building connection through programming that brings together cannabis and hemp industry professionals, Tribal leaders, government officials, and advocacy organizations.
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