Release Date May 20, 2025
"I am deeply honored to bring the extraordinary story of the USS Intrepid to life in THE SAILING OF THE INTREPID. This book is a tribute to the incredible bravery and ingenuity of the Intrepid's crew, who refused to surrender in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds. I hope readers will find as much inspiration in their story as I have." - Montel Williams

A cannabis lifestyle and interview show.
Latest Episodes
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, Brad’s journey is nothing short of inspiring.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
Montel chops it up with his friend Jim Belushi at the NECANN cannabis conference in Boston, MA on this episode of Let’s Be Blunt. Jim and Montel talk about the industry overall, Jim’s experiences as a cannabis farmer, his brands, and the expansion of Belushi Farms to new states.
Montel catches up with his friend Redman while they are both in Denver, CO for 420 celebrations. Redman talks about the song he dropped on 4/20 titled "Jane", the latest on The NCP, and his new role on The Dab Roast.
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On this episode of Let’s Be Blunt, Montel talks with the lead vocalist and one of the founding members of the legendary hip hop group Cypress Hill, B-Real. Cyprus Hill was the first hip-hop group to have multi-platinum and platinum albums, having sold over 20 million albums worldwide and garnering critical acclaim for their first five albums. All of the group members have advocated for medical and recreational use of canna for many years.
