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All Pipes Considered: Peterson Plateau Pipes

December 13, 2023 by Andrew Wike

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Welcome to another episode of All Pipes Considered. I'm joined by two special guests, Shane Ireland and Sykes Wilford, and we're here to talk about something that is really unique, really special, and probably very unexpected, and that is the return of the Peterson Plateau. ... Read More

Anthology 2023: A Compendium of Virginias

December 8, 2023 by Chuck Stanion

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Most of us, when hearing the term "anthology," are likely transported to high-school English and the Norton Anthology of World Literature or Best Poems of the English Language. Others may gravitate to thoughts of music anthologies, and still others may think of collections of films, artwork, podcasts, or TV shows. ... Read More

Tasting Notes: Drucquer & Sons' King's Fool

November 28, 2023 by Shane Ireland

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Hey everybody, I'm Shane Ireland and welcome to another episode of Tasting Notes. I am excited to talk about and smoke the latest release from Drucquer & Sons': King's Fool. King's Fool is an English flake-cut — It's a blend after my own heart as it's primarily Virginia based, and I would say it's a lighter all-day ... Read More

All Pipes Considered: Ropp Gargantua Pipes

November 21, 2023 by Shane Ireland

Welcome back to another episode of All Pipes Considered. Today, I have the great privilege of sitting down with Sykes Wilford, founder of Smokingpipes and CEO of Laudisi Enterprises, to discuss a rare, oversized line from Ropp: Gargantua pipes. Tune in as Sykes and I discuss the line, representing pipe-making's past, brought to life again in the present. ... Read More

All Pipes Considered: Ropp's Mid-Century Pipes

November 7, 2023 by Shane Ireland

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Welcome to another episode of All Pipes Considered, where myself and Sykes Wilford will discuss the latest addition to Ropp's portfolio: Mid-Century pipes, featuring bowls turned in the mid-20th century, likely in the '50s, '60s, and '70s. Watch as we discuss these Danish-inspired pipes, which veer from the classic French stylings Ropp is revered for, in favor of more Scandinavian ... Read More

Mystery Tobacco Review: October 2023

October 31, 2023 by Truett Smith

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Welcome to another enthralling edition of the Mystery Tobacco Review, a monthly series where our panel of experts strives to make an accurate assessment of the blend and manufacturer they're smoking; sounds simple, right? ... Read More

Smoke Rings: Caldwell Cigars

September 27, 2023 by Shane Ireland

Welcome back to another edition of Smoke Rings. On today's episode, I'm chatting with Robert Caldwell of Caldwell Cigar Company. Tune in as we discuss new Caldwell releases, working with Chico Rivas to extend the Blind Man's Bluff series with Super Toro, Chico White, and Chico Gold cigars, as well as a discussion ... Read More

Pipe Force: Episode V - Interview with Per Jensen and Jeremy McKenna

September 13, 2023 by Shane Ireland

Pipe Force: Episode V from Sutliff extends the series imagined by Per Georg Jensen which celebrates the vast potential for exploration still existing while creating memorable tobacco blends. Hot-pressed and ready-rubbed into a crumble cake format, Rustica is stoved along with Virginia and Oriental Katerini; these combined ... Read More

40 Years of Kurt Balleby Pipes

September 7, 2023 by Truett Smith

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This year marks Kurt Balleby's 40th pipe-making anniversary, and it's a milestone worth celebrating. I haven't even been breathing for four decades, and that's perhaps the easiest, most passive action available; it's hard to imagine intentionally dedicating sweat and effort to one specific pursuit for such a span of time. ... Read More

Tasting Notes: Missouri Meerschaum Drawdown

September 6, 2023 by Shane Ireland

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Welcome to another episode of Tasting Notes. I'm Shane Ireland, and today I'm continuing my journey through the new line of MM&Co Elite blends made by Cornell & Diehl for Missouri Meerschaum. ... Read More

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All Pipes Considered: Peterson Plateau Pipes

Anthology 2023: A Compendium of Virginias

Tasting Notes: Drucquer & Sons' King's Fool

All Pipes Considered: Ropp Gargantua Pipes

All Pipes Considered: Ropp's Mid-Century Pipes

Mystery Tobacco Review: October 2023

Smoke Rings: Caldwell Cigars

Pipe Force: Episode V - Interview with Per Jensen and Jeremy McKenna

40 Years of Kurt Balleby Pipes

Tasting Notes: Missouri Meerschaum Drawdown

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