Best Montel News Podcasts (2025)

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SUMMER SPECIAL Episode 4: CEO of Rystad Energy 29:52

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This is the fourth episode of Plugged In’s five-part CEO summer series, where Richard interviews prominent leaders in Europe’s energy sector. In this episode, Richard sits down with Jarand Rystad, CEO and Founder of energy research and intelligence company, Rystad Energy. They talk about the changes in China’s oil demand, the production - or lack -…

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From Sour Diesel to HoneyProjects: Big Dave’s Cannabis Journey 29:50

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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 H…

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From Inmate to Advocate: Travis Cullen’s Fight for Cannabis Justice 37:14

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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 …

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SUMMER SPECIAL Episode 3: CEO of Fingrid 28:10

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This is the third episode of Plugged In’s five-part CEO summer series, where Richard interviews prominent leaders in Europe’s energy sector. In this episode, Richard speaks to Asta Sihvonen-Punkka, CEO of Finnish TSO, Fingrid. They discuss the ongoing issues with balancing Finland’s power market, the oversupply of renewable energy in the Nordics, a…

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395: Singer-Songwriter Eef Barzelay Talks Latest Clem Snide Album 30:13

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Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/singer-songwriter-eef-barzelay-talks-latest-clem-snide-album Israeli-born artist, Eef Barzelay and his band Clem Snide have been bringing us his beautiful goods for years. The indie rock star has just birthed his 10th studio album, Oh Smokey, which he describes as “slow, sad songs about God and dea…

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394: A Conversation and Cocktails with Actor/Martial Artist Dolph Lundgren 22:58

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Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/conversation-and-cocktails-actormartial-artist-dolph-lundgren You probably know him from his iconic roles in classics Rocky IV, Masters of the Universe, and his recent blockbuster, Expend4bles. However, actor, filmmaker, and martial artist, Dolph Lundgren didn’t set up to be in showbusiness. Th…

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Sowing the Future: Sergio Martínez on Cannabis Seeds 52:32

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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 bri…

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SUMMER SPECIAL Episode 2: CEO of Eon 26:53

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This is the second episode of Plugged In’s five-part CEO summer series, where Richard interviews prominent leaders in Europe’s energy sector. In this episode, Richard interviews Leonhard Birnbaum, CEO of Eon, about Europe’s power market. They discuss the boom in renewable energy, the issues surrounding security of supply, and the importance of inve…

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The Role of Cannabis in Reshaping Cancer Care | Jamie Bennett and Jim Gerencser 39:22

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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." Ji…

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SUMMER SPECIAL Episode 1: CEO of Energy UK 25:24

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This is the first episode of Plugged In’s five-part CEO summer series, where Richard interviews prominent leaders in Europe’s energy sector. In this episode, Richard speaks to Dhara Vyas, CEO of Energy UK about the state of the UK’s energy sector one year on from the Labour government coming into power. They discuss the UK’s renewable energy target…

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393: Spin Doctors Talk Making Music, Touring, and New Album, Face Full of Cake 55:16

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Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/spin-doctors-talk-making-music-touring-and-new-album-face-full-cake It’s been 12 years since legendary rock, funk, blues alt-rockers, Spin Doctors dropped a new album. Their first with Capitol Records and a brand-new bassist, Jack Daley, rounding out the four-piece which includes singer-songwriter …

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The data centre boom 34:10

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The US, China, and now Europe are seeing a surge in data centres as big tech firms and other businesses develop their AI models. But, will these data centres cause the dramatic rise in power consumption that many are predicting? In this episode, Richard goes deep into the subject with data centre experts from RISE and Greenscale to understand who t…

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Cannabis News Roundup with Montel 21:22

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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: Capitol Hill Conversations – Senators Elizabeth Warren and Melanie Stansbury are making waves with their call to priori…

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392: Tribeca Festival 2025 Wrap Up 4:15

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Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/movies/video/tribeca-festival-2025-wrap The celebs came out for the 24th edition of the Tribeca Festival, which showcased nearly 120 feature-length narrative and documentary films, along with shorts, revivals, audio storytelling, and more. LifeMinute was there for star-studded red carpet premieres with everyon…

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391: Roxy Music Guitarist Phil Manzanera Speaks on His Captivating New Memoir, Revolución To Roxy, and Plays Some of His Timeless Riffs 19:20

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Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/roxy-music-guitarist-phil-manzanera-speaks-his-captivating-new-memoir-revolucion-roxy Best known as the lead guitarist of influential rock band Roxy Music, and of course, for his timeless riffs, Phil Manzanera is one of the UK’s most notable musicians and record producers, having shot to prominence…

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Mark Pellegrino Talks Cannabis Legalization & Personal Freedom 43:16

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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 ac…

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Will Iran close the Strait of Hormuz? 25:29

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This week, LNG prices rose to a 10-week high in Europe in response to the escalating conflict in the Middle East. With the shadow of a threat from Iran to close its vital waterway for global LNG shipments, in this episode, we discuss the likelihood of this happening, the political power dynamics at play and the implications for global energy market…

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Exploring the Future of Healthcare with Stephanie Karzon Abrams 49:47

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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 …

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Sticky Nordic negative prices, will Finland retain top spot? 32:13

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Since spring 2025, power prices in the Nordics have been below zero, thanks to a myriad of factors, including low power demand and a glut of green power production. Whilst this has been good news for some consumers in the region - who have been paid to use their electricity - the prevalence of sub-zero prices has created jitters for investors and m…

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Mike Robinson Sheds Light on the Future of Cannabinoid Medicine 45:08

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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 …

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Offshore wind: Navigating the storm 37:02

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In May, Danish energy producer, Orsted, pulled out of the UK’s Hornsea 4 project, citing "economic reasons", and earlier this week, industry leaders in The Netherlands have expressed their serious concerns about the high costs and potential delays which threaten the delivery of key offshore wind projects. In this episode, Richard speaks to the CEO …

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390: Montell Jordan and Max Rae Sound Off on Their New Track “How We Do It,” a Twist on His Mega Hit “This Is How We Do It" 11:41

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Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/montell-jordan-and-max-rae-sound-their-new-track-twist-his-mega-hit-how-we-do-it The iconic 1995 hit "This Is How We Do It" turns 30 this year. Just in time for the 30th anniversary, the club smash that soared to #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 is getting a whole new iteration. The force behind the tra…

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390: Edwin McCain Talks New Album, Touring, and Performs His Classic, "I'll Be" 35:45

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Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/edwin-mccain-talks-new-album-touring-and-performs-his-classic-ill-be He is the singer-songwriter behind one of the ’90s most romantic songs, “I’ll Be.” Edwin McCain’s 1997 hit climbed the Billboard Hot 100 charts and has been featured in several shows and movies over the past few decades. Since the…

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Spanish cable, French resistance 32:58

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Spain and Portugal will be sending joint letters to the EU energy commissioner and French energy minister, urging them to apply pressure on the current plans for interconnections, following April’s blackout in the Iberian Peninsula. But are high costs, local resistance, and fears over the impact of cheap imports stiffening Paris’s opposition to fur…

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Discover the Benefits of Cannabis Care and Coaching 37:01

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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 …

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389: Tia Carrere Talks New Lilo & Stitch Movie, Early Days in Acting, and Longtime Music Career 23:48

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Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/celebrity/video/tia-carrere-talks-new-lilo-stitch-movie-early-days-acting-and-longtime-music-career Seasoned actress and Grammy Award-winning singer Tia Carrere burst onto the scene, captivating audiences as cool girl Cassandra Wong in the 1992 blockbuster Wayne's World. The Honolulu-born beauty hasn’t stopped…

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Unlocking the Secrets of Cannabis Genetics with Jason Holck 44:19

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What does it take to build a legacy in the evolving cannabis industry? On this episode of Let's Be Blunt with Montel, we welcome Jason Holck, founder of Dark Horse Genetics and the mastermind behind the legendary Bruce Banner strain, dubbed "the strongest weed strain on Earth" by High Times in 2013. From humble beginnings as a basement breeder duri…

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Gas power games 31:39

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As Europe eyes an end to Russian gas imports by 2027, fresh geopolitical tensions are reshaping energy markets once again. Could Trump’s mediation efforts result in a ceasefire in the Ukraine and could Russian gas re-enter Europe—directly or via shadow routes? In this week’s episode, Richard speaks to two policy experts about what peace versus a ce…

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CBAM uncertainty hits commodity trading 34:22

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In recent months, the European Commission has published what it describes as “simplified rules” of the carbon border adjustment mechanism (CBAM), but is the policy still unclear and too complicated for energy and metals traders? In this episode, Richard talks to experts about the CBAM, and why some commodity trading firms are holding off - despite …

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Medical Cannabis Patient Care with Dr Barry Gordon 56:45

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On this episode of Let's Be Blunt with Montel, we’re joined by Dr. Barry Gordon, the founder of Florida’s Compassionate Cannabis Clinic and a leading advocate for patient care and cannabis education. Dr. Gordon shares his extraordinary journey from emergency medicine to cannabis advocacy, highlighting how his clinic has set a new standard for perso…

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Eddie Osefo on Balancing Business, Family & Breaking Barriers in Cannabis 38:05

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Join Montel on the latest episode of Let's Be Blunt with Montel as he sits down with Edward “Eddie” Osefo, founder of the Black-owned cannabis brand, Happy Eddie. Eddie shares his inspiring story—from his roots as a state and local tax attorney to becoming an entrepreneur, family man, and TV personality featured on The Real Housewives of Potomac. D…

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Iberia’s blackout: a wake up call? 34:25

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Since parts of Spain, Portugal, and France temporarily lost power on Monday 28th April, TSOs and policy makers across Europe have been quick to try and assess how much their own networks are at risk of a similar blackout. Whilst we await conclusions from Entso-e’s investigations as to the cause of the outage, in this week’s episode Richard speaks t…

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Germany split over bidding zone division 33:46

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After a long delay, European TSOs finally released their bidding zone review this week. The report was met with much backlash from Germany’s government and industry leaders strongly opposed to the proposal to split its zone into five. In this week’s podcast episode Richard speaks to commentators for and against dividing Germany’s price zone, and ex…

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Revolutionizing Wellness with Plant Medicine with Gary Roberts 35:23

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On this episode of Let's Be Blunt with Montel, we’re joined by Gary Roberts, an 18-year veteran firefighter turned holistic wellness trailblazer. Passionate about transforming mental health care, Gary shares his groundbreaking work using cannabis and psychedelics to address conditions like PTSD, addiction, and traumatic brain injuries. As the found…

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388: A.J. Croce Talks New Album, Overcoming Adversity at a Young Age, and Getting to Know His Late Father Jim Croce Through His Music 44:56

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Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/aj-croce-talks-new-album-overcoming-adversity-young-age-and-getting-know-his-late The son of late folk-rock visionary Jim Croce and his wife, singer-songwriter Ingrid Croce, A.J. became a piano virtuoso at a young age, destined to follow in his famous father’s musical greatness. At just 18 years ol…

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Is Norway enabling GO double counting? 31:51

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Norway is the largest exporter of guarantees of origin certificates. Yet last month, the country's government published guidance for industry and union leaders that supported a localised approach, opening up the possibility for double counting of GOs. After Iceland was accused of a similar move last year, we explore whether this latest move is pull…

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Merging Tradition and Innovation 32:57

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On this special episode of Let’s Be Blunt with Montel, we shine a spotlight on Little Beach Harvest, a trailblazing, tribally owned cannabis dispensary located on the historic Shinnecock Nation Territory in Eastern Long Island, New York. LBH is more than a dispensary; it’s a catalyst for cultural empowerment, economic growth, and community connecti…

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Breaking Down Medical Cannabis with Dr. Ethan Russo 39:40

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Join Montel for an extraordinary episode of Let's Be Blunt with Montel as he talks with Dr. Ethan Russo, one of the foremost experts in medical cannabis. Dr. Russo, a board-certified neurologist and psychopharmacology researcher, has spent decades pioneering the study of cannabis and the human endocannabinoid system (ECS). They’ll explore the scien…

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Tariffs, trade wars and “drill, baby, drill” 33:36

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Oil and gas prices plummeted in the immediate aftermath of the trade war between the US and China. With many expecting oil and gas prices to continue to decline as a result of Trump's tariffs, the trade war raises raises fundamental questions about the profitability of oil production. Will oil producers feel inspired to "drill baby drill", as Trump…

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Cooperative Cannabis Farming with Jason Hanley 39:47

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On this episode of Let's Be Blunt with Montel, we’re exploring the world of cooperative cannabis farming and caregiver rights in the breathtaking islands of Hawaii. Montel sits down with Jason Hanley, a U.S. Army veteran, biologist, and the owner of Care Waialua Medical Cannabis Farm, to uncover the realities of Hawaii's cannabis landscape. Jason b…

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Green transition fears amid tariff turmoil 22:35

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This week, Trump's staggering tariffs on Asia and Europe caused turmoil in global equity and energy markets - as they took effect and were paused - raising many concerns within the energy sector about prices, trade flows, and the future of renewables investments. With the situation changing day-by-day, even hour by hour, Richard speaks to Norges Ba…

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387: Singer-Songwriter Chuck Prophet Looks Back on His Career, Overcoming Cancer, and How He’s Bringing Cumbia—Latin Dance Music—to the Masses with His Latest Album and Tour 24:22

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Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/singer-songwriter-chuck-prophet-looks-back-his-career-overcoming-cancer-and-how-hes There isn't much that journeyman musician Chuck Prophet hasn't covered in his 40-plus years in the rock and roll biz. In 1984, he was a member of the Paisley Underground music scene in Los Angeles, having his first …

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386: Indie-Folk-Pop Band Bandits on the Run Talk Exciting Upcoming Projects, New Music, and Give Us an Electrifying Performance 25:31

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Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/indie-folk-pop-band-bandits-run-talk-exciting-upcoming-projects-new-music-and-give-us Brooklyn-based musical trio Bandits on the Run have carved out a sound uniquely their own… Adrian Blake Enscoe, Sydney Shepherd, and Regina Strayhorn formed after a serendipitous encounter busking in New York City…

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German regulator talks gas storage, price zone split 33:16

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In this week's episode, the president of the federal network agency discusses the critical issues facing Germany's energy market as the country waits for the new government to take the reins. How will Germany - and Europe - fill gas storage ahead of the winter, given the current unattractive prices? We also talk about the pressure the country faces…

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Exploring Minnesota’s New Cannabis Landscape with Mitch Chargo 44:53

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On this episode of Let's Be Blunt with Montel, we sit down with Mitch Chargo, a partner at Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP and a leading expert in cannabis law, to discuss the intricacies of Minnesota’s newly enacted adult-use cannabis program. With nearly three decades of legal experience, Mitch has played a pivotal role in shaping the state’s cannabis i…

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Heathrow's power outage - a one-off? 24:49

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Last Friday, one of the world's largest transport hubs came to a halt for 18 hours after a fire broke out at one of its substations in North Hyde. Since the incident, National Grid's CEO responded to accusations that Heathrow bosses were forced to shut down the airport due to a lack of power, confirming that the two other substations were operation…

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Dr June Chin on Cannabis and Integrative Medicine 30:46

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Join Montel Williams on this episode of Let's Be Blunt as he sits down with Dr. June Chin, a trailblazer in integrative medicine and medical cannabis. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Chin has developed internationally recognized cannabis care protocols and educational programs. Currently the Chief Medical Officer at Leafwell, Vice Chair of th…

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The Emerald Cup Story: Tim Blake on Cannabis Culture and Innovation 43:36

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On this episode of Let's Be Blunt with Montel, Montel talks with Tim Blake, a true pioneer in the cannabis world. Tim is the founder of The Emerald Cup, the most respected outdoor cannabis competition and cultural festival in the world, often referred to as "The Academy Awards of Cannabis." With over 40 years of experience in the cannabis space, Ti…

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Nuclear’s latest comeback: is it permanent? 31:08

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Over the past year, many countries in Europe and beyond have announced plans to expand their nuclear programmes or build new reactors. As the pressure mounts for countries to start delivering on their decarbonisation goals and have a tighter grasp on their energy security, it begs the question: has “the road to net zero” become “the road to nuclear…

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385: At Home with the Mustaines: Megadeth’s Dave Mustaine and His Family Fill Us in on Their Fine Wine Biz, Talk Music, and Tour Their Tennessee Estate 36:33

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Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/music/video/home-mustaines-megadeths-dave-mustaine-and-his-family-fill-us-their-fine-wine-biz-talk Music Pioneer Megadeth’s Dave Mustaine has always been an innovator, breaking musical barriers and leading the way to his own unique blend of symphonic thrash metal. So, it’s no surprise that Dave and his equally…