In the midst of a record setting heat wave in Texas, Joseph and Eric make their recommendations for summertime tobaccos and drinks to go with them. In this episode the co-hosts also review Sutliff's "Aberrant" the third in the "Birds of a Feather" series. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club please visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com
Joseph and Eric discuss the elephant in the room. How unhealthy is pipe smoking? Long story short... it depends. The boys also review Sutliff's "Whimsical" the second in the "Birds of a Feather" series. The opinions of this episode do not constitute medical advice. Consult with you doctor or primary care practitioner regarding smoking and your health. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club please visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com
Joseph and Eric reflect on the past year of the Houston Pipe Club. The hosts begin the first of their 6 part series reviewing Sutliff's "Birds of a Feather" series. This Episode's tobacco review is "Uno"; a unique and complex blend. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club please visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com
Eric and Joseph discuss laying the foundation for a new pipe smoker. The hosts discuss buying a first pipe on a budget as well as well as tobacco tin recommendations for the new pipe smoker. If you are interested in joining the Houston Pipe Club visit houstonpipeclub.com.
Joseph and Eric take time to discuss the contributions different oriental tobaccos varietals bring to blends. Since the episode is about oriental tobaccos the hosts also take time to review the new G.L Pease blend "Géométrie" from Zeitgeist collection. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club visit us at Houstonpipeclub.com. If you would like to get in touch from the show, email us at HoustonPipeCast@gmail.com.
April Fools! Eric sits down with Joseph to talk about the things in the pipe sphere that upon first examination, are enticing, but upon close inspection, disappointing. Join them for their discussion of so called "pipe duds". Joseph and Eric also review Watch City Cigars "Rouxgaroux". If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club. Go to Houtsonpipeclub.com . If you would like to contact the show email us a HoustonPipeCast@gmail.com
On this St. Patrick's Day Joseph and Eric take time to look at the Irish pipe and tobacco brand, Peterson. The history of Peterson pipes and tobaccos are discussed as well as current offerings. In this episode Joseph and Eric also review the Peterson pipe tobacco "3 P's". If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club visit Houstonpipeclub.com. If you want to get in touch with the show you can email houstonpipecast@gmail.com
Happy Texas Independence Day everyone! Eric sits down with Joseph to talk about Texas pipe makers. We even have an interview with Trey Rice back from the 2022 Texas Pipe Show. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club. Go to Houtsonpipeclub.com . If you would like to contact the show email us a HoustonPipeCast@gmail.com
Eric sits down with guest Co-host Mark from Lone Star Briar Works to discuss everything you need to know to get started making your first pipe. If you have made a pipe from a pipe kit and want to step up your game and set up a small shop, this is discussed as well. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club. Go to Houtsonpipeclub.com .
Joseph and Eric talk about the upcoming slow smoke competition at the Houston Pipe Club. The history of slow smokes are discussed as well as their rules. Joseph and Eric talk strategy for the upcoming competition. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club. Go to Houtsonpipeclub.com .
Joseph and Eric talk about how they keep their pipes clean and looking good. Spoiler alert! More does not equal better and an ounce of prevention is equal to a pound of cure. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club. Go to Houtsonpipeclub.com Thanks to Orion Williams for their work "Circus Minute" that was used in the episode.
Why we resolve to change is more important than how or what we want to change. Joseph and Eric put set aside some time to think about how they want to enjoy the pipe smoking hobby more this coming year. The hosts discuss why they want change their pipe hobby practices. Pipe smoking resolutions from the community are also discussed. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club. Go to Houtsonpipeclub.com
Joseph and Eric put on their tasting hats and review several of the limited release tobacco offerings for the 2022 Holiday Season. Our 12 Tastes of Christmas Giveaway winner is also revealed in today's episode. Blends reviewed are Sutliff's Cringle Flake 2022, Cloud Bear Custom Blends' "Angry Elf" and "Who's Pudding", as well as Stag Tobacconists of Albuquerque's "Bosque Reserve #9". If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club, go to HoustonPipeClub.com
In this the last of twelve mini-episodes, Joseph and Eric continue training their pallet so they can more effectively review Holiday Blends for the mid month episode. For day twelve, Joseph and Eric try the McClelland Red and Black blend using only the Black Flake. If you would like to join the Houston Pipe Club, go to houstonpipeclub.com to join our mailing list
In this the eleventh of twelve mini-episodes, Joseph and Eric continue training their pallet so they can more effectively review Holiday Blends for the mid month episode. For day eleven, Joseph and Eric try the McClelland Red and Black blend using only the Red Flake. If you would like to join the Houston Pipe Club, go to houstonpipeclub.com to join our mailing list
In this the tenth of twelve mini-episodes, Joseph and Eric continue training their pallet so they can more effectively review Holiday Blends for the mid month episode. For day ten, Joseph and Eric try the blending tobacco Latakia. If you would like to join the Houston Pipe Club, go to houstonpipeclub.com to join our mailing list
In this the ninth of twelve mini-episodes, Joseph and Eric continue training their pallet so they can more effectively review Holiday Blends for the mid month episode. For day nine, Joseph and Eric try the blending tobacco Perique. If you would like to join the Houston Pipe Club, go to houstonpipeclub.com to join our mailing list
In this the eighth of twelve mini-episodes, Joseph and Eric continue training their pallet so they can more effectively review Holiday Blends for the mid month episode. For day eight, Joseph and Eric try the tobacco Dark Fired Kentucky. If you would like to join the Houston Pipe Club, go to houstonpipeclub.com to join our mailing list
In this the seventh of twelve mini-episodes, Joseph and Eric continue training their pallet so they can more effectively review Holiday Blends for the mid month episode. For day seven, Joseph and Eric try the tobacco Turkish Izmir. If you would like to join the Houston Pipe Club, go to houstonpipeclub.com to join our mailing list
In this the sixth of twelve mini-episodes, Joseph and Eric continue training their pallet so they can more effectively review Holiday Blends for the mid month episode. For day six, Joseph and Eric try cube cut burley. If you would like to join the Houston Pipe Club, go to houstonpipeclub.com to join our mailing list.
In this the fifth of twelve mini-episodes, Joseph and Eric continue training their pallet so they can more effectively review Holiday Blends for the mid month episode. For day five, Joseph and Eric try the blending component McClelland 5105 Stoved Virginia. If you would like to join the Houston Pipe Club, go to houstonpipeclub.com to join our mailing list.
In this the fourth of twelve mini-episodes, Joseph and Eric continue training their pallet so they can more effectively review Holiday Blends for the mid month episode. For day four, Joseph and Eric try the blending component Sutliff TS1R Red Virginia Ribbon. If you would like to join the Houston Pipe Club, go to houstonpipeclub.com to join our mailing list.
In this the third of twelve mini-episode, Joseph and Eric continue training their pallet so they can more effectively review Holiday Blends for the mid month episode. For day three, Joseph and Eric try blending component Sutliff 515 RC-1. If you would like to join the Houston Pipe Club, go to houstonpipeclub.com to join our mailing list.
In this the second of twelve mini-episode, Joseph and Eric continue training their pallet so they can more effectively review Holiday Blends for the mid month episode. For day two, Joseph and Eric try blending component Bright Leaf Virginia. If you would like to join the Houston Pipe Club, go to houstonpipeclub.com to join our mailing list.
In this the first of twelve mini-episode, Joseph and Eric begin training their pallet so they can more effectively review Holiday Blends for the mid month episode. For day one, Joseph and Eric try blending component unflavored black cavendish. If you would like to join the Houston Pipe Club, go to houstonpipeclub.com to join our mailing list.
The holiday season is upon us and with that comes travel. Joseph and Eric sit down to talk about how to travel with pipes and tobacco be it by plane or by car. If you are interested in joining the Houston Pipe Club go to Houstonpipeclub.com to join. We meet the first Friday of the month at Stogies World Class Cigars on Westheimer at 6:00 PM. This month's meeting is held on December 2nd
Joseph and Eric sit down to talk about the Danish pipe movement. Eric interviews prolific Pibe-Dan collector Mads Maaloe to talk about the Danish Pipe movement and how the industry helped elevate Danish makers. If you would like to join the Houston Pipe Club, go to Houstonpipeclub.com to join the mailing list. If you would like to contact the show, email us at HoustonPipeCast@gmail.com
Joseph and Eric recap Eric's experience at the Las Vegas International Pipe show. Joseph and Eric share their first pipe show experiences. Eric interviews first time pipe show attendees at the Las Vegas International Pipe show. If you would like to join the Houston Pipe Club please go to houstonpipeclub.com to join our mailing list. Questions for the show can be emailed to HoustonPipeCast@gmail.com
Joseph is out, but Eric gets the chance to sit down with his good friend Andy to talk about the purpose of pipe shows
Joseph and Eric discuss the pipe that have received more than their share of love over the years. Pipes that you take anywhere and it shows! If you would like to join the Houston Pipe Club please go to Houstonpipeclub.com or visit us in person Friday October 7th at Stogies World Class Cigars on Westheimer in Houston at 6PM. Thanks to Orion Williams for their work "Circus Minute" that was used in the episode.
