The Case That Changed Cannabis Forever

January 29, 2026

This week on Let’s Be Blunt with Montel, Montel sits down with pioneering cannabis activist and author Owen Smith for a powerful, firsthand look at one of the most consequential legal battles in global cannabis history.

Owen’s journey began behind the scenes at the Victoria Cannabis Buyers Club, where his work producing cannabis edibles for medical patients led to his arrest in 2009—and ultimately to a constitutional challenge that reached the Supreme Court of Canada. That case would forever change the law, resulting in the legalization of cannabis extracts nationwide.

Now, nearly 30 years into his advocacy work, Owen joins Montel to discuss his new book, Legalizing Cannabis Extracts, an in-depth, fully illustrated account of the people, science, and legal strategy behind the landmark ruling. Together, they explore the personal cost of activism, the role of patient testimony and scientific evidence in the courtroom, and what legalization has—and hasn’t—delivered for medical cannabis patients today.

This conversation goes beyond policy headlines to examine grassroots advocacy, the ongoing challenges facing patients, and the lessons cannabis reform offers other emerging movements. It’s a must-listen for anyone interested in cannabis history, patient rights, or how determined individuals can reshape the law.

Stay informed, stay inspired—and stay blunt.

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