In 2015, at the age of 36, Kyle Ring of Virginia was told his only chance of survival was a heart transplant. But when doctors discovered he was using cannabis to cope with anxiety and insomnia, he was taken off the list. Ten years later, he’s healthier than ever — and credits cannabis, lifestyle changes, and sheer determination for saving his life. This is the powerful story of resilience, self-advocacy, and hope.

Her son suffered his first seizure when he was only 3 years old. When pharmaceuticals failed her son's life-threatening seizures, Shawna Dunbar of Quebec, Canada made a bold choice that would change both their lives forever. Turning to medical cannabis, she not only helped her son become seizure-free but also discovered a new purpose. Shawna is the co-founder of EduCanNation Cannabis Education Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to building a responsible and sustainable medical cannabis system through education. 

For the first time on Cannabis Health Radio, we’re stepping beyond cannabis to explore another powerful form of plant medicine: psilocybin mushrooms. While cannabis works through the endocannabinoid system, psilocybin acts on serotonin pathways in the brain. Together, they reveal different but equally profound ways nature can support healing. Join us as we talk with Robin Swan of Swan Apothecary about the unique benefits of psilocybin.

Zoe Corcoran from England has been living with endometriosis since being diagnosed at just 17 years old. Over the years, she has undergone multiple surgeries, but despite these invasive procedures, she continued to struggle with pain and found herself caught in a cycle of hospitals, operations, and heavy pharmaceutical prescriptions. This path eventually led her to medical cannabis, which she began using a year ago under prescription for pain management. With both cannabis flower and oil, Zoe has experienced life-changing relief.

On our podcast last year, Roxayn Elmer of Utah shared how her elderly mother beat Stage 4 ovarian cancer with cannabis therapy, low-dose chemo, and methylene blue. Recently, new scans showed a spot on her liver and active lymph nodes and doctors pushed for more chemo. Instead, Roxayn turned to cannabis oil suppositories, something she first learned about right here on this podcast. After three months, the latest scan showed no evidence of disease.

What happens when a 13-year-old boy tries cocaine and ends up battling addiction for decades? That’s the story of Joe Garcia of Phoenix, Arizona—a life defined by despair, crack, methamphetamine, and a constant fight with depression. He went through many recoveries and relapses over the years, but everything changed when Joe discovered the power of CBD. He has now been clean for the last 10 years.

After experiencing a persistent cough and a pain in his side, Keith Jay of Texas was encouraged to seek medical advice. Although it took a few months, in November of 2024 he was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer that had metastasized to his lymph glands, bones and spine. Refusing chemotherapy, a friend encouraged him to contact Corrie Yelland who told him about cannabis oil. Nine months later he is cancer free. A truly inspirational story. 

Since 2012, Oregon’s Jessamyn Way has endured six brain surgeries for multiple tumors and the removal of her left hippocampus, leaving her with uncontrolled epilepsy. She readily admits that without consuming her own cannabis every four hours, she would not be alive today. Despite these serious health challenges, she has lost half her bodyweight and now competes in triathlons. This powerful episode may change the way you see healing.

Diagnosed with stage 4 esophageal cancer that had spread to his heart and stomach, Tony Harrison from England was told he had just 10 months to live. That was in June of 2024. Today, he’s completely cancer-free. Hear his remarkable story.

In November 2023, Brenton Crow of  Alberta, Canada was diagnosed with Stage 3B rectal cancer, a diagnosis that shook the foundations of his world. Refusing to accept a one-size-fits-all approach, Brenton dove into a variety of alternative health protocols in hopes of beating cancer naturally. Using high dose cannabis oil suppositories along with conventional treatments he is now cancer free.

Michael Balderstone, President of Australia’s Hemp Party shares how cannabis became a turning point in his life at age 25, helping him cope with PTSD and setting him on a path of activism. Today, he’s one of Australia’s leading voices for cannabis law reform. From personal healing to political advocacy, Michael’s journey is both powerful and deeply rooted in the fight for change.

After a shocking stage 4 breast cancer diagnosis, today's guest—a healthcare worker who must remain anonymous due to employment restrictions—faced overwhelming odds. From navigating two medical systems across continents to self-treating with cannabis oil while dodging workplace drug tests, her story is one of resilience, resourcefulness, and deep conviction. In this episode, she opens up about the barriers she's faced, the treatments she's tried, and why she's holding onto hope through cannabis and community.

When doctors told Al Morentin there was nothing they could do for his glaucoma, he refused to accept blindness as his fate. In this powerful interview, Al shares how he developed his own Rick Simpson Oil formulation—not only reversing his vision loss but also eliminating chronic migraines and pain. Today, he's the founder of Movida and My Fit Life, helping thousands transition off pharmaceuticals using cannabis medicine. But if Al stops taking his oil for even a week, he goes blind again.

His story is one of resilience, innovation, and the life-changing potential of plant medicine.

Dr. Dana Lillestol spent decades in conventional medicine before a dramatic shift in perspective led her to become a passionate advocate for cannabis education—especially for older adults. In this inspiring conversation, Dr. Lillestol shares how her views evolved, how cannabis is transforming the aging experience for seniors, and why she founded Life is Chill, a senior-focused education initiative in Arizona that offers personalized cannabis guidance and even dispensary tours.

When her husband suffered a sudden stroke, Caitlin did everything right—but their honesty about his legal cannabis use led to a dangerous delay in care. In this gripping and emotional episode, Caitlin shares how stigma, judgment, and medical bias nearly cost Ian his life. Her story is a powerful reminder that when seconds matter, the truth should never be a barrier to treatment.

In this deeply moving episode, Ian speaks with Kim Stainton, a self-taught cannabis advocate from England who has defied the odds with courage and compassion. Kim shares how she used cannabis oil to heal herself from skin cancer, a misdiagnosed squamous cell tumor, and stage 4 colon cancer—and how she extended this healing wisdom to help her mother with Alzheimer’s and countless others around the world. This is a story of resilience, self-empowerment, and dedication to supporting others on their healing paths.

Six years ago, Cathy Rogers was featured on Cannabis Health Radio as she battled multiple chronic conditions—including Crohn’s disease, lupus, fibromyalgia, and arthritis—while taking 13 prescription medications. Today, she returns with an inspiring update. Cathy shares how cannabis oil not only changed the course of her health but continues to be a daily tool in her healing. In this powerful follow-up, she opens up about setbacks, learning to trust her body, navigating medical bias, and how documentation and determination turned her into her own best health advocate.

In 2019, Jay Jay O’Brien was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer and given just 6 to 12 months to live. Five years later, she's thriving. In this inspiring update, Jay Jay shares how cannabis helped her manage pain, overcome brain tumors, and transform her life—physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Now, as Executive Director of EduCanNation, she's helping others find hope and healing.

In this powerful conclusion to our two-part interview, Ian McGann returns to share the next chapter of his remarkable recovery from a brainstem stroke. In Part 1, we learned how Ian survived against the odds and endured severe delays in proper care. In Part 2, we dive into what came next—the physical, emotional, and spiritual journey of healing.

In May 2023, Ian McGann’s life was turned upside down when he suffered a devastating brain stem stroke that left him with only a 5% chance of survival. Denied urgent care due to stigma around his cannabis use, Ian experienced the raw depths of human vulnerability—and the miraculous power of resilience. In this powerful first part of a two-part conversation, Ian shares the harrowing details of what happened that day, the medical neglect he endured, and the spiritual transformation that followed. His story is one of survival, awakening, and the critical need for compassion in healthcare.

After being declared dead in 2019 and given last rites, Russell Langhammer stunned doctors and defied the odds. Following a devastating accident, opioid addiction, heart failure, and cancer, Russell turned to cannabis and psilocybin—and got his life back. In this remarkable conversation, he shares how plant and fungal medicine helped him heal, reclaim joy, and return to the bodybuilding world. His story is one of pain, resilience, humour, and hope.

In this powerful episode, Sophie Palmer from the UK shares her rare diagnosis of adrenal cortical carcinoma (ACC), a form of adrenal cancer that affects only one in a million people. From medical gaslighting and emotional trauma to a complex surgery and unexpected spiritual insights, Sophie walks us through her extraordinary journey—one marked by resilience, intuition, and the transformative role of high-dose cannabis oil.

In 2017, Sharon from Scotland received a devastating diagnosis: stage 3 ovarian cancer—and was told she likely had only a year to live. But she wasn’t ready to accept that fate.

Determined to fight for her life, she underwent chemotherapy—a decision she later came to regret—but it was her persistent use of cannabis oil that became a turning point in her healing journey. Today, against all odds, Sharon has no evidence of disease.

Over the years of doing this podcast, Ian and Corrie were careful not to promote businesses unless they were absolutely sure about the quality of their products. In this episode, Ian welcomes someone who earned Corrie’s trust through years of collaboration—Robin Swan, founder of Swan Apothecary in San Diego, California. Robin has helped thousands of people safely access cannabis medicine, and she’s here to share what you really need to know when sourcing oils and tinctures. From scammy sellers to misleading product labels, Robin offers clear, honest advice to help you make informed decisions—whether you’re new to cannabis or have been using it for years.

In 2014, at the age of 51, Diane was diagnosed with stage 4 ovarian cancer with a BRCA mutation. Doctors told her she had just months to live. In this episode, Diane Doyle shares how she took control of her own healing, the challenges she faced in navigating both conventional and alternative treatments, and why she believes cannabis was the key to her survival. Her story is a testament to the power of perseverance, self-education, and never giving up hope.

On this special episode of Cannabis Health Radio, we pay tribute to Corrie Yelland—a dear friend, devoted advocate, and a guiding light to so many. Corrie’s unwavering dedication to helping others changed thousands of lives, and in this heartfelt episode, some of her closest friends share their memories, stories, and reflections on the incredible impact she had.

We first interviewed Carmen Tuohy of Connecticut in January of 2021 after she was given the all clear from her battle with breast cancer. But 6 months later, she was diagnosed with breast cancer once again—in her other breast. This time she refused chemotherapy and instead used only cannabis oil and dietary changes and today is once again cancer free. We're honored to have her back on the show to share her powerful journey and insights into healing with cannabis.

Dante Picazo from Houston, Texas has experienced the life-changing benefits of a cannabis-based ointment for cartilage pain. However, strict state laws have made it difficult for him to access the full range of cannabis-based treatments that could help with his other medical conditions—including knee osteoarthritis, neuropathic tremors, and severe gastrointestinal damage caused by prolonged NSAID use.