Best Connor Hayes Podcasts (2024)

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619: Under 30 Pipe Smoker Corey Hayes. Limited Edition Pipe Tobacco Review. 1:09:42

2m ago1:09:42

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Our featured interview tonight is with Corey Hays. Corey is a 26-year old pipe smoker that is part of our ongoing series of pipe smokers that are under the age of 30. He is from Mississippi and has never lived more than 20-minutes away from The Country Squire Tobacconist. He was influenced to smoke a pipe by reading J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and …

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EP-177 LIVING WITH INTENTION: Embracing Different Paths Through Life With Lisa Jansen 37:22

27m ago37:22

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In this episode of the 10 Adventures Podcast, we sit down with Lisa Jansen, author of Life Done Differently: One Woman's Journey on the Road Less Traveled. Lisa shares her inspiring story of transitioning from a high-powered marketing executive to living a non-traditional, more intentional life in a camper van. Join us as Lisa dives into her journe…

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618: Under 30 Pipe Smoker AJ Khaled. Ask the Pipemaker with Jeff Gracik. 1:14:30

7d ago1:14:30

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Our featured interview tonight is with AJ Khaled. AJ is a 22-year old pipe smoker that is part of our ongoing series of pipe smokers that are under the age of 30. Interestingly, he wasn't initially inspired to take up the pipe by The Lord of the Rings, but more so by the author Tolkien himself while he was reading some of his other works. AJ has so…

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EP-176 CYCLING VANCOUVER ISLAND: Canada's Hidden Gem for Adventure Travelers With Leah Hill 32:17

23m ago32:17

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In this episode of the 10Adventures Podcast, we dive into the hidden gem of Vancouver Island with local cycle guide Leah Hill. Join us as Leah unveils the magic of this outdoor lover's paradise, offering year-round adventures from hiking and garden tours to wildlife viewing and burgeoning food culture. Leah shares her insider tips on the island’s b…

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617: Jon David Cole from Country Squire. Pipe Shows. 1:11:59

9d ago1:11:59

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Our featured guest tonight is Jon David Cole. JD is the Owner/Tobacconist at The Country Squire in Jackson, MS, and the accompanying online store. We’ll have JD and Brian talking about what's new at the store and in the business in general, including Scandinavian Tobacco Group's acquisition of Mac Baren. At the top of the show, Brian will discuss p…

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EP-175 NOURISHING ADVENTURES: Mastering Nutrition for Outdoor Activities with Juliana Gedney 38:18

15d ago38:18

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Join us on the latest episode of the 10Adventures Podcast as we dive into the world of nutrition with Juliana Gedney, a dedicated nutritional therapist. We discuss the impact of balanced meals, the importance of whole foods, and practical tips for maintaining a nutritious diet, even when traveling or during busy weeks. Juliana's expertise shines as…

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616: Under 30 Pipe Smoker Gabe Hall. Ask the Blender with Jeremy Reeves. 1:05:19

11d ago1:05:19

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Our featured interview tonight is with Gabe Hall. Gabe is a 23-year old conservative Californian from Bakersfield that is involved in politics part time. He is part of our newer ongoing series of pipe smokers that are under the age of 30. Both his story of starting pipe smoking, and his smoking routine are a little bit different than the usual stor…

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EP-174 BEYOND THE AMERICAN DREAM: Finding More Purpose Through Expat Life with James Balagot 47:39

22d ago47:39

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In this episode of the 10 Adventures Podcast, we sit down with James Balagot, author of "Beyond the American Dream," to explore his family's daring move from the Bay Area to Berlin and eventually Hong Kong. James shares insights from their journey, revealing the challenges and unexpected joys of embracing the expat lifestyle. We dive into the motiv…

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615: Musician John Connor. Five Pipes for Five Reasons. 1:03:43

27d ago1:03:43

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Our featured interview tonight is with John Connor. John is a musician, song writer, music teacher, and a pipe smoker. He is a published indie musician with five albums out. At the top of the show we will continue with our ongoing tour of Brian's pipe collection. This time we have five random pipes that Brian has for five different reasons - all go…

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EP-173 A NEW APPROACH TO LIFE AND RETIREMENT: Embracing a Life of Adventure with the “Wander Women” Kristy and Annette 47:56

20d ago47:56

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In this episode of the 10 Adventures podcast, we learn about the incredible journey of Annette and Kristy, also known as the Wander Women, who traded their conventional lives for a life of adventure and exploration. We chat with them about their inspiring transition from traditional jobs to a life on the road, living out of their RV, and exploring …

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614: Under 30 Pipe Smoker Kirk Womack. Room Note Discussion. 1:05:08

25d ago1:05:08

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Our featured interview tonight is with Kirk Womack. Kirk is a 27-year old locksmith and is part of our new series of pipe smokers that are under the age of 30. One of his passions is participating in Civil War reenactments, and that is what led him to pipe smoking. He's been smoking a pipe for three years. At the top of the show, Brian will discuss…

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EP-172 AN UNFORGETTABLE FAMILY JOURNEY: Exploring In A VW Van With The Dumbri Family 26:23

1M ago26:23

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In this episode of the 10 Adventures Podcast, we sit down with Arturs and Arta Dumbri, an inspiring couple who took their young family on an unforgettable six-month journey across Europe and North Africa. Traveling over 25,000 kilometers in their trusty VW van, they explored diverse landscapes and cultures, culminating in the family-friendly advent…

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613: Under 30 Pipe Smoker Ezekiel Rogucki. Ask the Pipemaker with Jeff Gracik. 1:07:30

1M ago1:07:30

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Our featured interview tonight is with Ezekiel Rogucki. Ezekiel is a 26-year old graphic designer from Ohio and is part of our new series of pipe smokers that are under the age of 30. His partner likes to smoke cigars, but when Ezekiel tried them he felt they were too harsh, and that led him to smoking pipes. He has three pet snakes and says he has…

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EP-171 CYCLING JOURNEY: Exploring the World on Two Wheels and the Zen of Riding with Peter Flax 24:42

1M ago24:42

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In this episode of the 10 Adventures podcast, we enter into the world of cycling with Peter Flax, the former editor in chief of Bicycling Magazine, Runners World, and Backpacker, and the author of the inspiring new book, "Live to Ride." Peter shares his lifelong passion for cycling, from commuting over 40,000 miles to exploring the globe on two whe…

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612: Pipe Maker Brad Pohlmann. How to Sell Your Pipes. 1:05:22

1M ago1:05:22

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Our featured interview tonight is with Pipe Maker Brad Pohlmann. Brad has been crafting pipes for decades. His pipes are works of art and masterpieces in engineering. You’ll often find exotic woods, horn and bamboo as accents on Brad’s pipes. He now shares a workshop with fellow pipe maker Silver Gray. At the top of the show Brian will discuss the …

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EP-170 ARCTIC ADVENTURE: Trekking the Brooks Range and Embracing Wilderness with Michael Engelhard 42:27

1M ago42:27

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Join us on this episode of the 10 Adventures Podcast as we dive into an extraordinary journey with Michael Engelhard, author of "Arctic Traverse: A Thousand Mile Summer of Trekking the Brooks Range." Unlike most trips we discuss, this adventure takes place in the almost uninhabited wilderness of Alaska's Brooks Range, covering a thousand miles with…

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611: Parks Turner - Under 30 Pipe Smoker. Ask the Blender with Jeremy Reeves. 1:08:21

2M ago1:08:21

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Our featured interview tonight is with Parks Turner. Brian recently called for pipe smokers under the age of 30 that wanted to be interviewed. Parks is 24-years old, grew up in rural Georgia, and is a third-generation Presbyterian pastor. He recently received his Master of Divinity Degree. Parks was always fascinated with pipes. He would pretend to…

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EP-169 NAVIGATING LIFE'S TRANSITIONS: Goal-Setting and Personal Growth With Beth Creedon 44:59

2M ago44:59

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In this episode of the 10 Adventures Podcast, we dive into the journey of living a more authentic and fulfilling life with professional life coach Beth Creedon. We often hear about the challenges of making significant life changes, whether it's embarking on an adventurous trip or seeking a more meaningful existence. Beth shares her insights on taki…

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610: Donovan Broadway - Under 30 Pipe Smoker. Brian's Sandblasted Tsuishu Satou Pipes. 1:05:07

2M ago1:05:07

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Our featured interview tonight is with Donovan Broadway. Last week, Brian called for pipe smokers under the age of 30 that wanted to be interviewed. Donavan is 28, grew up in Nashville and started smoking a pipe during the pandemic. During quarantine, along with his brother they came up with a comic series. The character Donovan created was "an old…

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EP-168 HIKING ACROSS EUROPE: How Walking 7000km Can Change Your Life With Alex Denk 35:36

2M ago35:36

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In this episode of the 10 Adventures Podcast, we sit down with Alex Denk, a hiker who turned his passion for walking into an incredible journey across Europe. Alex shares the story of his 7,000km trek from Tarifa, Spain, to the northern reaches of Norway, a feat that transformed his life in ways he never imagined. We explore how personal events led…

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Ground Control: Lunar with Eyal Solomon 27:17

2M ago27:17

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Eyal Solomon (@EyalSolomo44643) is the CEO and co-founder of Lunar, an open-source platform which bills itself as the “first reverse API gateway.” Lunar allows engineering teams to monitor, manage, and optimize API consumption. According to Eyal, it’s very easy to integrate with APIs, but difficult to keep them maintained, and there was a clear nee…

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609: Pipe Maker Anthony Hopkins. Ask the Pipe Maker with Jeff Gracik. 1:05:25

2M ago1:05:25

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Our featured interview tonight is with pipe maker Anthony Hopkins. Anthony makes the Castle Briars pipe brand. Anthony became interested in pipe smoking from observing his English and music teachers. He started smoking a pipe as a senior in high school, and then made two pipes in wood shop. He went off to college to become a mechanical engineer, an…

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EP-167 CAMINO DE SANTIAGO: Everything You Need To Know About The Camino 54:27

2M ago54:27

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In this episode of the 10 Adventures podcast, we dive deep into the world of the Camino de Santiago with Miguel Reguero, founder of Rutas Meigas, a specialist Camino operator. The Camino, a historic pilgrimage route, has surged in popularity over the years, attracting a diverse range of pilgrims, from families with young children to octogenarians s…

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608: New Owner of Kaywoodie - Nathan Davis. 1:07:38

2M ago1:07:38

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Our featured interview tonight is with Nathan Davis of Greywoodie Fame. Nathan has been known as one of the biggest fans of Kaywoodie, and now he owns the company. Nathan started as a collector of Kaywoodie, then became a dealer and launched his Greywoodie site. Kaywoodie is a 173 year old company owned by the same family for four generations until…

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EP-166 SURVIVAL BEYOND THE SUMMIT: Exploring the Psychology of Risk with Geoff Powter 41:14

2M ago41:14

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Welcome to the latest episode of the 10 Adventures podcast! Today, we had an enlightening conversation with author Geoff Powter about his captivating book, "Survival Is Not Assured," which delves into the legendary climbing career of Jim Donini. Geoff, a former clinical psychologist turned outdoor enthusiast, shares insights into the psychology of …

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607: Pipe Maker Brian Laurent. Tobacco Blender Jeremy Reeves. 1:05:42

3M ago1:05:42

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Our featured interview tonight is with pipe maker Brian Laurent. Brian has worked with his hands since he was 14-years old. He's been a woodworker for over 20 years. After he became a pipe smoker, he started making pipe racks, and then graduated to making pipes. He also enjoys painting, working on hot rods, cooking and baking. For his regular job h…

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EP-165 SUMMER TRAVEL TRENDS: Discussing The Best Places To Visit This Summer With Nadine Gravis 43:09

3M ago43:09

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In this episode of the 10Adventures Podcast, we welcome back 10Adventures’ very own Nadine Gravis to chat summer travel trends for 2024! As nature awakens and the warm weather is beginning to creep in, 10Adventures guests are getting ready to pack their bags to set off on the summer adventures of their dreams. From the classic European summer favor…

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Metadata Management: DataHub with Shirshanka Das 36:56

3M ago36:56

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Shirshanka Das (@shirshanka) is the CTO of Acryl Data and founder of DataHub, which bills itself as the #1 open-source metadata platform. It enables data discovery, data observability and federated governance to help tame complex data ecosystems. Shirshanka first developed DataHub while at LinkedIn, but has grown it into an independent project with…

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

3M 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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EP-164 TAKE LESS, DO MORE: Discussing Minimalism and Gratitude with Glen Van Peski 51:31

3M ago51:31

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Welcome to another episode of the 10 Adventures podcast! Today, we're thrilled to host Glen Van Peski, the founder of Gossamer Gear and author of "Take Less, Do More." In our conversation, Glen shares how his passion for ultralight backpacking led to the founding of Gossamer Gear, challenging traditional notions of gear weight and functionality. Hi…

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

3M ago1:10:54

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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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EP-163 CHASING ANTARCTICA: Conquering Ironman Challenges Across Seven Continents with Connor Emeny 31:17

3M ago31:17

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Join us on the latest episode of the 10 Adventures podcast as we sit down with Connor Emeny, the remarkable individual who became the first person to conquer an Iron Man triathlon on every continent. From the serene landscapes of New Zealand to the rugged terrains of Antarctica, Connor shares his incredible journey, offering insights into resilienc…

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Take Your Own Advice: vlcn with Matt Wonlaw 31:58

3M ago31:58

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After his first child was born, Matt Wonlaw (@tantaman) imagined giving his son life advice. What kind of life did he want his kid to lead? At the time, he was working for Facebook, and he decided that his own life needed a change in direction. So Matt started vlcn, aka Vulcan Labs, a research company that develops open-source projects like CR-SQLi…

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

3M 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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EP-162 INDIA UNVEILED: A Walking Journey Across the Heart of India with Ash Joshi 42:04

3M ago42:04

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In our latest episode of the 10 Adventures podcast, we're joined by Ash Joshi, author of the upcoming book "Journey to the East." Ash takes us on a captivating 1800km expedition across India, from the Arabian Sea to the Bay of Bengal, revealing a hidden side of the country rarely seen by travelers or locals. As we delve into Ash's motivations for t…

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

3M 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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EP-161 TASTES OF TRAVEL: Exploring the World's Culinary Cultures with Jim Kane, Host of PBS's The Food Principle 40:45

3M ago40:45

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In this episode of the 10 Adventures podcast, we chat with Jim Kane, host of PBS's The Food Principle, about the profound connection between food, travel, and sustainability. With 20 years of experience connecting travelers to local cultures worldwide, Jim shares insights into how food serves as a universal language, breaking down barriers and invi…

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Secret Sauce: Amplication with Yuval Hazaz 31:22

4M ago31:22

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Amplication is an open-source development platform for scalable and secure Node.js applications. It allows engineers to skip writing boilerplate code and offers the flexibility to customize and add components. Amplification was created by Yuval Hazaz (@Yuvalhazaz1), a veteran developer who determined that low-code platforms save time but restrict f…

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

4M 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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EP-160 A LIFE LIVED WILD: Legendary Mountaineer, Rick Ridgeway, Reflects On A Lifetime of Adventures 42:40

4M ago42:40

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In the latest episode of the 10 Adventures Podcast, we have the pleasure of sitting down with Rick Ridgeway, renowned adventurer and author of the captivating autobiography "Life Lived Wild." Rick's journey through life is nothing short of remarkable, from his early encounters with the mountains to his groundbreaking expeditions and storied career …

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

4M 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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EP-159 HIKING THE HEXATREK: France's Newest Long Distance Thru-Hike with Claire McCall 36:00

4M ago36:00

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Join me in this week's episode of the 10 Adventures podcast as I chat with Claire McCall, author of "Hiking the Hexa." In this podcast we discuss her thrilling journey along France's newest long-distance trail, the HexaTrek. Claire shares candidly about her experiences, from navigating the breathtaking landscapes of the Vosges to the challenging te…

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To the Moon: OpenBB with Didier Lopes 39:41

4M ago39:41

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OpenBB is an open-source investment research platform created by Didier Lopes (@didier_lopes). OpenBB grew out of a project called Gamestonk Terminal that Didier began working on shortly before the Gamestop short squeeze in January 2021. Today, OpenBB has evolved into an infrastructure platform that allows users to build extensions and access finan…

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

4M 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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EP-158 FAMILY BIKE TOURS: A 1,000km Cycling Adventure with Toby and Meg Twigg 31:31

4M ago31:31

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Today's episode of the 10 Adventures Podcast features Toby and Meg Twigg, a couple who took family adventures to the next level with a long-distance bike tour. In this chat we explore the challenges of biking with a five-year-old and an eleven-month-old, their inspiration for this journey, and the unexpected delights and occasional chaos of their t…

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

4M 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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EP-157 MICROADVENTURES AND THE ART OF CURIOSITY: Exploring the World with Alastair Humphreys 34:06

4M ago34:06

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Welcome back to the 10 Adventures podcast! This week, I had an incredible chat with Alastair Humphreys, a true adventurer who's cycled around the world, walked across India, and rowed the Atlantic. Named National Geographic Adventure of the Year in 2012, Alastair has also championed microadventures and recently authored the book "Local," where he e…

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Robust Observability: OpenTelemetry with Austin Parker 35:01

5M ago35:01

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OpenTelemetry is an open-source observability framework for collecting and managing telemetry data. OpenTelemetry has been more successful than expected, becoming the second fastest growing project in the CNCF. It allows for flexibility and avoids vendor lock-in, making it attractive to startups and large enterprises alike. On today’s show, Eric (@…

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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

5M 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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EP-156 1,400 MILES OF REFLECTION: A Solo Walk Across England with Patrick Davies 46:59

5M ago46:59

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Welcome back to the 10 Adventures podcast! Today, we had the pleasure of chatting with Patrick Davies, the author of "Where Skylarks Sing," a captivating book that chronicles his walk across England, from Land's End in Cornwall to John O'Groats in Northern Scotland. Patrick embarked on this incredible journey in 2021, seeking solace and reflection …

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