Best Country Squire Radio Podcasts (2024)

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EPISODE 03: Collection of Memories (ARCHIVES) 28:00

1h ago28:00

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Episode 3: A look at one of our pipe collections! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Country Squire Radio

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604: Jon David Cole from Country Squire. Brian's Pipe Collection. 1:09:59

9d ago1:09:59

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Our featured interview tonight is with Jon David Cole. JD is the Owner/Tobacconist at The Country Squire in Jackson, MS, and he is the former co-host of the podcast, Country Squire Radio, which ended their 10-year run last year. We’ll have JD with the “From the Country Squire” segment talking about all the new things happening at the store and in t…

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606: Per Jensen with New Blending Tobaccos. Seasonal Tobaccos. 1:08:46

31m ago1:08:46

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Our featured interview tonight is with Per George Jensen. Most pipe enthusiasts know Per as the longtime Mac Baren Tobacco Company spokesman. Last year he made some changes in his life. He got married, moved to Germany and parted ways with Mac Baren, but not with the tobacco business. He is consulting with Sutliff Tobacco Co., and he created the po…

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This week in Pine Ridge -Abner’s Broken Arms. January 30-February 1,, 1935. (Retro 693) 46:42

5d ago46:42

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Featuring a full week in Pine Ridge. Keith introduces the shows by sharing a few tidbits of news items that also occurred elsewhere in the world. Lum and Abner -William…By Keith Heltsley

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605: Pete Prevost from BriarWorks. Chicago Pipe Show Report. 1:10:54

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Our featured interview tonight is with Pete Prevost. Pete is a pipe maker and the President of the BriarWorks pipe factory in Columbia Tennessee. BriarWorks is a a pipe maker co-op with several other pipe makers, including Todd Johnson, who co-founded it with Pete. Brian and Pete will be talking about what's new at BriarWorks, and how they are gett…

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This week in Pine Ridge -the Matrimonial Bureau Begins. January 18-25, 1935 (Retro 692) 1:32:14

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Featuring a full week in Pine Ridge. Keith introduces the shows by sharing a few tidbits of news items that also occurred elsewhere in the world. Lum and Abner -Lizabeth…By Keith Heltsley

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This week in Pine Ridge – the Oilwell. January 4- 9, 1935 (Retro 691) 1:03:00

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Featuring a full week in Pine Ridge. Keith introduces the shows by sharing a few tidbits of news items that also occurred elsewhere in the world. Sponsored by Horlicks, when…By Keith Heltsley

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603: Collector and Author Rick Newcombe. Pipes 101 - Best Shape for Which Tobacco. 1:09:56

16d ago1:09:56

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Our featured interview tonight is with Rick Newcombe. Rick is a well-known author of two pipe books, and he is currently working on his third book about pipes. He is a prominent collector of Danish pipes, and vintage tobaccos. He has traveled the world visiting pipe makers, and learning their different techniques. He is also the founder and chairma…

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Lum and Abner – Store Closes To Make Movie. 400329 14:33

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After the sale of their old stock last week, Lum and Abner have been able to buy most of it back. The movie company wanted the original look, but it…By Keith Heltsley

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Lum and Abner – Sell Outdated Merchandise. 400327 12:30

22d ago12:30

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When word of a motion picture has set up in town, people are now flocking to Pine Ridge to watch the spectacle. Lum and Abner comment on the phenomenon, and…By Keith Heltsley

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602: Kevin the Hobbiton Piper. Ask the Pipemaker with Jeff Gracik. 1:12:19

23d ago1:12:19

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Our featured interview tonight is with Kevin the Hobbiton Piper. Kevin was originally on the show in August 2021. The Hobbiton Piper YouTube Channel has 9.24k subscribers and over 120 videos with pipe and tobacco reviews, box openings, food, drink, and more. Kevin's interview was one of our early novice pipe smoker features, so we'll check in and s…

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Lum and Abner – Why Chickens Come Home To Roost. 400325 13:30

25d ago13:30

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Audio has low resolution, and slightly garbled. Today Lum and Abner talk about their upcoming film, and their expectation over adoring fans flocking to them. Especially the ladies. They also…By Keith Heltsley

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Lum and Abner – Lum Makes New Deal With Squire. 400322 13:34

1M ago13:34

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Audio is a bit mushy. In the Jot ‘Em Down store, Lum and Abner talk about their upcoming movie. Squire pops in to talk about his taking over the store,…By Keith Heltsley

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Lum and Abner – Movie Script Arrives. 400320 13:48

1M ago13:48

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Audio is a little weird. Abner is in the Jot ‘Em Down store talking with Lum about the recent trouble in renting Squire the store. Lum tries to read and…By Keith Heltsley

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EPISODE 02: The Art of Blending I (ARCHIVES) 24:19

1M ago24:19

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Episode 2 of Country Squire Radio Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Country Squire Radio

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601: Pipe Collector and Author Rich Esserman. Brian's Most Coveted Tobaccos. 1:08:26

1M ago1:08:26

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Our featured interview tonight is with Rich Esserman. Rich is one of our regular guests that has been on the show many times, and is returning after a 15-month hiatus. Rich has penned innumerous articles about pipes and tobacco for several publications, and he is known for collecting quite large pipes. We'll get caught up with Rich, and also get hi…

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Lum and Abner – Lum Learns Abner is Renting the Store To Squire. 400318 12:21

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Audio is scratchy and on the poor side. Recently, a movie company wants to make a picture in Pine Ridge. Abner and grandpap talk about the plans to use the…By Keith Heltsley

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Lum and Abner – Squire Rents the Store. 400315 13:42

1M ago13:42

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Audio is a bit scratchy and mushy. Abner is on the phone when Squire Skimp enters. He has been trying to collect debts, and get the store ready to close…By Keith Heltsley

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Lum and Abner – Movie To Be Shot At Pine Ridge. 400313 13:53

1M ago13:53

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A talent scout has taken an interest in making a movie in Pine Ridge. Cedric is in the Jot ‘Em Down store to talk with Abner about it. They discuss…By Keith Heltsley

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600: Pipe Journeyman and Podcaster Dylan Schlender. St. Patrick's Day. 1:13:44

1M ago1:13:44

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Our featured interview tonight is with Dylan J. Schlender. This is the return of our series of interviews with “Journeymen Pipe Smokers” – guys that have been smoking pipes between five and 10 years. Dylan started smoking in 2018 with a Winslow pipe, and Captain Black. (He soon learned that he likes English-style blends much more.) He resides in CT…

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Lum and Abner – Movie About Jotem Down Store. 400311 13:27

1M ago13:27

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Lizabeth has achieved fame in capturing bank robbers in Pine Ridge. Now a tallent scout wants her to appear as a Western star in the movies. Lum and Abner discuss…By Keith Heltsley

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Lum and Abner – Lizabeths Fame Grows. 400308 14:33

1M ago14:33

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With Lizabeth taking over as the new sheriff, she isn’t at home anymore, and Abner is left as her message center. She has been in the newspaper for her work…By Keith Heltsley

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Lum and Abner – Capture Of Bank Robbers. 400306 14:24

1M ago14:24

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With the early experiment in Women’s Lib, the ladies are busy running the town, and Abner complains to Lum about the new life adjustments he has had to make. They…By Keith Heltsley

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599: Jeremy Reeves from Cornell & Diehl. Brian's "Satou Reds" Pipes. 1:07:01

1M ago1:07:01

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Our featured interview tonight is with Jeremy Reeves. Jeremy is the Head Blender at Cornell & Diehl, which is one of the most popular boutique pipe tobacco companies in the USA. Jeremy has been a pipe smoker for over a decade and is passionate about pipes, pipe tobacco, and blending tobacco. Tonight’s discussion will focus on Oriental Tobaccos, and…

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Lum and Abner – Bank Robbers In Pine Ridge. 400304 14:16

2M ago14:16

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After the election, the women now rule the local government. The unique nature of this event has made newspaper coverage, all to the embarrassment of Squire Skimp. Lum gets a…By Keith Heltsley

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Lum and Abner – Big Election Held. 400301 14:11

2M ago14:11

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Lum’s plan to cause a rift in the lady’s group has failed. Today he and Abner discuss the upcoming election. Squire enters, and the guys discuss the election and voting…By Keith Heltsley

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Lum and Abner – Women Gang Up On Lum. 400228 14:08

2M ago14:08

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Lum had started a gossip campaign to stir up trouble among the women, hoping a rift might derail their bid for political office, and disband their organization. As Lum and…By Keith Heltsley

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598: Consignment-Auction Powerhouse Steve Fallon. What to do with Tiny Bits of Tobacco at the Bottom of the Tin. 1:05:48

2M ago1:05:48

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Our featured interview tonight is with Steve “PipeStud” Fallon. Steve has one of the most popular consignment-auction businesses for estate pipes and vintage tobaccos that he’s been running since 2006. If you know Steve, you know he’s a big fan of the original Dunhill blend, Royal Yacht. The last time Steve was on the show was in 2020, so we'll see…

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Lum and Abner – Stir Up Trouble Among Women. 400226 13:16

2M ago13:16

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As we look in on the little community of Pine Ridge, we find the men discussing the upcoming election. The women’s protective association has demanded to be put on the…By Keith Heltsley

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Lum and Abner – Election Will Be Held. 400223 14:32

2M ago14:32

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The men’s protective society in Pine Ridge has certainly backfired with a bang. Today we find Squire Skimp at the Jot ‘Em Down store to discuss the new rules the…By Keith Heltsley

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Lum and Abner – Women Want To Take Over. 400221 14:04

2M ago14:04

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In the Jot ‘Em Down store, the men are gathered to talk about the latest ordeal with their women. Both the men and women had formed their own protective societies,…By Keith Heltsley

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597: Pipe Restorer and Book Author Charles Lemon. Growing Tobacco with Jeremy Reeves. 1:12:45

2M ago1:12:45

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Our interview on tonight's show is with Charles Lemon. Charles does pipe repairs and restorations, and is the author of the new book, "Brigham Pipes, A Century Of Canadian Briar". It tells the story of the first 100 years of Brigham pipes, and includes an extensive shape chart with actual photos of the pipes. The book lays out not only the chronolo…

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EPISODE 01: Pipe Dreams and Old Friends (ARCHIVES) 15:24

2M ago15:24

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On Aug 12th 2013, this first episode of Country Squire Radio was recorded. Enjoy and happy IPSD! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Country Squire Radio

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Lum and Abner – Abner And Grandpap are Unhappy. 400219 14:09

2M ago14:09

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In the Jot ‘Em Down store today, Lum listens to Abner and the plight that the men face since their wives went on strike. The men of town have been…By Keith Heltsley

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Lum and Abner – Women Lock Men Out Of Homes. 400216 14:06

2M ago14:06

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The women of town have responded to the men and their protective association by forming one of their own. Today Lum enters the Jot ‘Em Down store to find Abner…By Keith Heltsley

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Lum and Abner – Women’s Association Formed. 400214 14:23

2M ago14:23

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Recently, the men’s protective association formed to protect the rights of men, and save them from being so henpecked. Today Lum and Abner are in the Jot ‘Em Down store…By Keith Heltsley

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596: Tyler Edwards of Levoy's Leathers. Pipes 101 - Long Pipes. 1:05:12

2M ago1:05:12

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Our interview on tonight's show is with Tyler Edwards from Levoy's Leathers. Tyler is a commercial truck driver from Amarillo, TX. When he is not driving, he follows his passion for making handmade leather goods. The leather pipe accessories include pipe cleaner holders, valet trays, and leather pipe socks. He also has wallets, drink coasters, and …

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Lum and Abner – SOS Mens Association. 400212 14:13

2M ago14:13

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After the formation of the men’s protection society, Lum and Abner relax in the Jot ‘Em Down store. Abner brags on how well the new protection association is working out…By Keith Heltsley

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Lum and Abner – Formation Of Men’s Protective Association. 400209 14:19

2M ago14:19

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595: Jon David Cole from Country Squire. Brian's Seven Jodi Davis Pipes. 1:10:21

2M ago1:10:21

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Our interview on tonight's show will be with Jon David Cole. JD is the Owner/Tobacconist at The Country Squire in Jackson, MS, and he is the former co-host of the now discontinued podcast, Country Squire Radio. Country Squire Radio ran for 10-years and is still one of the most popular pipe-niche podcasts. Brian and Jon David will be talking all thi…

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Lum and Abner – New Girl In Town. 400205 13:53

3M ago13:53

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After his recent woman troubles with the widow, the heartbroken Lum swears off women. Abner tries to cheer up Lum by telling the benefits of having a good woman to…By Keith Heltsley

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Lum and Abner – Lum Mourns Loss Of Widder. 400202 13:25

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In the aftermath of Lum’s near miss with his marriage proposal to the widow, he talks with Abner. A few of Lum’s figures of speech get Abner confused. The confusion…By Keith Heltsley

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594: Steph from Steph & Skip Cain on YT. Ask the Pipemaker with Jeff Gracik. 1:03:22

3M ago1:03:22

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Our featured interview tonight is with Piping Artist Steph from the Steph & Skip Cain Show on YouTube. Steph is an artistic painter amongst other pursuits. She started smoking a pipe in 2017, smoking aromatics, like many of us pipe smokers. Then she discovered the joys of Latakia, also like many of us. Steph actually introduced her second husband, …

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Lum and Abner – Lum Likes Widder And Kids. 400129 14:25

3M ago14:25

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Abner and grandpap talk about the mess that has come about from the widow’s ad for a husband, and the bunch of sick kids that are filling Lum’s house. They…By Keith Heltsley

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Lum and Abner – Widder And Kids. 400126 14:14

3M ago14:14

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Lum has decided not to marry the widow, but it looks like she’s going to be in town for a little while with sick kids. Today Abner worries to Cedric…By Keith Heltsley

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Lum and Abner – Quarantined In Cabin. 400124 14:10

3M ago14:10

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When the widow Beaumont arrived, she brought her seven kids with her. Now Lum is having second thoughts, as he discusses the matter with Squire Skimp. Will Lum have to…By Keith Heltsley

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593: Truett Smith from SmokingPipes.com. Bulldog vs. Rhodesian. 1:05:32

3M ago1:05:32

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Our featured interview tonight is with Truett Smith. Truett is the Pipe Manager for SmokingPipes.com, which includes buying pipes from large-scale manufacturers and individual artisans. He has been with SmokingPipes.com for five and a half years. He started in copywriting, then merchandising, and became the pipe manager / buyer in June 2023. Prior …

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EPISODE 52: One Year Later (ARCHIVES) 35:58

3M ago35:58

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It's a look back at Country Squire Radio Year One! Funny enough we allude to an event that we would like to do... and it took us 10 years to actually make it happen... enjoy. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Country Squire Radio

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592: Pipe Maker Jonni Adams. Jeremy Reeves from Cornell & Diehl. 1:04:43

3M ago1:04:43

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Our featured interview tonight is with Jonni Adams. Jonni makes the J. Adams line of pipes. He is originally from Leeds in West Yorkshire, England, and moved to the US in 1997. His background is in electrical engineering, audio electronics, and he plays guitar. His first interest in pipes started when he was a boy when his father smoked a pipe. Jon…

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591: Jim Steffey from Emerson Southern Forged Custom Tobacco. The Most Important Pipoe Shape. 1:03:24

4M ago1:03:24

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Our featured interview tonight is with Jim Steffey. Jim is the owner and tobacco blender for Emerson Southern Forged Custom Tobacco Blends. He specializes in English, Balkan and Virginia/Perique blends, and hails from Moore, South Carolina. He has a YouTube Channel, Podcast and Instagram all related to pipes and tobacco. At the top of the show our …

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