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Country Squire Radio

383 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 479 ratings

JD and Beau sit down every week and talk about the rich history and elegance of pipe tobacco, the custom blends found only at the Country Squire, as well as general shop talk. If you’re a pipe enthusiast looking for a show to listen to on the go or while you’re kicking back enjoying a bowl, this is definitely the place for you.

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Pipe Smoking 101: Is It Necessary to Have a Dedicated Pipe?

September 07, 2022 06:00 - 43 minutes - 31.6 MB

There are no stupid questions, just stupid people, and two of them are hosting this podcast! Thankfully if there is one thing they know better than most it’s best practices for new pipe smokers. Here we do our best to set you up on your pipe journey right with the spirit of mentorship and community that the Country Squire is renowned for. This week: Is It Necessary to Have a Dedicated Pipe? Pipe Question: (From Charles Nygaard) Vauen 9mm filters are blue on one end. Does it matter which way ...

The Finer Things: The Speakeasy

August 31, 2022 06:00 - 34 minutes - 27.6 MB

Every once in a while you kinda want to go big or go home. Problem is, if you are going to spend a little extra, you want to make sure you get quality, authenticity, and a true premium experience. As pipe enthusiasts, we know that ‘matter matters’ and we all appreciate the craftsmanship that goes into the various pipes and pipe tobaccos available to us. In this series, we will expand our horizons beyond the pipe to discover top shelf products and experiences that bring us joy and up our sophi...

Half Bowl Histories: Merian C. Cooper

August 24, 2022 06:00 - 51 minutes - 35.8 MB

Formerly ‘Heroes of the Bowl’, The Half Bowl Histories series takes a look into the history, lore, and legacy of individuals, places, and events of interest that helped shape the world we know today for good and for ill. Here we get a chance to revisit some of the famous pipe smokers we’ve covered in the past and shift the focus from what they loved to who they were and the complexities of their lives. This week: Merian C. Cooper Quick Fire Questions: From Jeremy 9)Short (ie bulldog), or Medi...

Tobacco Talk: Distinguished Gentleman by E Hoffman Company & Buckingham by Rattray’s

August 17, 2022 06:00 - 50 minutes - 38.3 MB

What would a pipe tobacco podcast be without a good deal of pipe tobacco reviews? Loose leaf, tin, and even the hard to find stuff will all find their way into our pipes and into our heads as we review the entirety of each pipe tobacco from the packaging, marketing, tin note, texture, flavor, and smoke. This week: Distinguished Gentleman by E Hoffman Company & Buckingham by Rattray’s Join us in Vegas for our CSR Live From LVG! - Friday, Saturday & Sunday, October 21 – 23, 2022 | 5:00 pm to 7:...

From The Library: Second Wave Tweed

August 10, 2022 06:00 - 43 minutes - 33.7 MB

The Library or Study has long been the haven of the contemplative pipe smoker. In our ‘From The Library’ series, we take a look into the musings, writings, poetry, and more that pique our interest and consider the mind of the author and how we can, or perhaps can’t, relate from our own experience. This week:" Second Wave Tweed" From The Lamp Join us in Vegas for our CSR Live From LVG! - Friday, Saturday & Sunday, October 21 – 23, 2022 | 5:00 pm to 7:oo pm Country Squire Radio – Jon David Cole...

Father To Father: Success and Failure

August 03, 2022 06:00 - 47 minutes - 36.7 MB

Join us in Vegas for our CSR Live From LVG! - Friday, Saturday & Sunday, October 21 – 23, 2022 | 5:00 pm to 7:oo pm Country Squire Radio – Jon David Cole & Beau York - Saturday, October 22nd! Details: Las Vegas International Pipe Show - The Premiere Show for Pipe Enthusiasts (vegaspipeshow.com) Step into the Country Squire Tobacconist on any given day and you’re likely to find a group of diverse men of all ages sharing their lives, triumphs, and troubles, over a bowl of quality pipe tobacco. ...

Father To Father Success and Failure

August 03, 2022 06:00 - 47 minutes - 36.7 MB

Join us in Vegas for our CSR Live From LVG! - Friday, Saturday & Sunday, October 21 – 23, 2022 | 5:00 pm to 7:oo pm Country Squire Radio – Jon David Cole & Beau York - Saturday, October 22nd! Details: Las Vegas International Pipe Show - The Premiere Show for Pipe Enthusiasts (vegaspipeshow.com) Step into the Country Squire Tobacconist on any given day and you’re likely to find a group of diverse men of all ages sharing their lives, triumphs, and troubles, over a bowl of quality pipe tobacco. ...

Squire Select: Yellow Rose Bourbon Whiskey

July 27, 2022 06:00 - 44 minutes - 34 MB

We are mixing it up again this week! In the classic style of Squire Select we are pairing a spirit (Yellow Rose Bourbon) with some quality pipe tobacco, but wait, as they say...theres more! We then use that same spirit to create a cocktail and see how it changes the pairing selection. Join us in Vegas for our CSR Live From LVG! - Friday, Saturday & Sunday, October 21 – 23, 2022 | 5:00 pm to 7:oo pm Country Squire Radio – Jon David Cole & Beau York - Saturday, October 22nd! Details: Las Vegas ...

Top 3 Vintage Pipe Tobacco Tin Art

July 20, 2022 06:00 - 46 minutes - 37.2 MB

Join us in Vegas for our CSR Live From LVG! - Friday, Saturday & Sunday, October 21 – 23, 2022 | 5:00 pm to 7:oo pm Country Squire Radio – Jon David Cole & Beau York - Saturday, October 22nd! Details: Las Vegas International Pipe Show - The Premiere Show for Pipe Enthusiasts (vegaspipeshow.com) Pipe Question: (From Taylor) Love the show and love the Squire for all of its amazing blends. I'm a big Tolkien nerd, so when I first saw you guys had a Middle Earth series I lost my mind. I mention th...

Pipe Smoking 101: Getting Started with $1K... wait what!?

July 13, 2022 06:00 - 42 minutes - 33.3 MB

There are no stupid questions, just stupid people, and two of them are hosting this podcast! Thankfully if there is one thing they know better than most it’s best practices for new pipe smokers. Here we do our best to set you up on your pipe journey right with the spirit of mentorship and community that the Country Squire is renowned for. This week: Getting Started with $1,000!? Pipe Question: (From Joshua) Hey John David. Was wondering if you already haven’t if you could explain semois pi...

Listener Meet Up This Thursday In Houston

July 10, 2022 00:00 - 1 minute - 1020 KB

If you are in and around the Houston area, come join us at Truck Yard this Thursday @ 7:30 PM! Jon David and Beau will be hanging out and (weather pending) enjoying some quality pipe tobacco. Hope to see some of you there! 2118 Lamar St. Houston, TX 77003 https://truckyardhouston.com/

Half Bowl Histories: Calico Jack

July 06, 2022 06:00 - 49 minutes - 37 MB

You might know him by the names John Rackham, Jack Rackham, or simply Calico Jack, a pipe smoking pirate of history that I present to you as the world's first Millennial Pirate. Let me explain... Country Squire Radio's 'Half Bowl Histories' series takes a look into the history, lore, and legacy of individuals, places, and events of interest that helped shape the world we know today for good and for ill. Here we get a chance to revisit some of the famous pipe smokers we’ve covered in the past ...

From The Library: The Miracle of Mindfulness

June 29, 2022 06:00 - 47 minutes - 38.1 MB

The Library or Study has long been the haven of the contemplative pipe smoker. In our ‘From The Library’ series, we take a look into the musings, writings, poetry, and more that pique our interest and consider the mind of the author and how we can, or perhaps can’t, relate from our own experience. This week: “The Miracle of Mindfulness” by Thich Nhat Hanh Pipe Question: (From MarkVV) Captain Jorvik and Jon David, Ahoy, fellas! I have a query for both of you! So often Beau is left high and ...

Tobacco Talk: Amphora Original and 4th Generation Morning Blend

June 22, 2022 06:00 - 41 minutes - 33.6 MB

What would a pipe tobacco podcast be without a good deal of pipe tobacco reviews? Loose leaf, tin, and even the hard to find stuff will all find their way into our pipes and into our heads as we review the entirety of each pipe tobacco from the packaging, marketing, tin note, texture, flavor, and smoke. This week it's time for Mac Baren's Amphora Original Blend & Erik Stokkebye 4th Generation Morning Blend Pipe Question - (From J.A.Grff) Hey Beau and JD! Being a fan of both pipes and cigars ...

Chicago Pipe Show 2022: Jon Daivd and Quinn The Intern

June 15, 2022 06:00 - 39 minutes - 29.3 MB

It's that time of year again! Master of Pipes Jon David Cole takes Quinn The Intern on the road for the Chicaco Pipe Show and this week they share some of their stories from the event. Enjoy!

Father To Father: Legacy

June 08, 2022 06:00 - 49 minutes - 39.5 MB

Step into the Country Squire Tobacconist on any given day and you’re likely to find a group of diverse men of all ages sharing their lives, triumphs, and troubles, over a bowl of quality pipe tobacco. In our Father To Father series, we try to capture the realness of conversation you find at your local pipe shop as we share our experience navigating fatherhood as two dads of young kids. Pipe Question - (From Kirk) Hey guys I'm a long time listener. Been pipe smoking for roughly 13 years and I ...

Squire Select: Pampero Aniversariy Rum

June 01, 2022 06:00 - 45 minutes - 34.6 MB

We are mixing it up again this week! In the classic style of Squire Select we are pairing a spirit (Pampero Aniversariy Rum) with some quality pipe tobacco, but wait, as they say...theres more! We then use that same spirit to create a cocktail and see how it changes the pairing selection. Enjoy!

Top 3 Virginia Tobaccos

May 25, 2022 06:00 - 41 minutes - 32.7 MB

Our take on the internet's most overused clickbait tool. Each episode of the Top 3 series, we will count down our Top 3 favorite… well… just about anything. So far we have covered Tin Art, Pipe Carvers To Watch, Breakfast Blends, and more! Don’t be surprised if Coffees, Whiskeys, and a few other beloved items find their way into this series as well. This week: Top 3 Virginia Tobaccos Pipe Question: Mr JD, I’ve been looking at a Missouri Meerschaum General. Since it has a deeper bowl, can I ju...

Pipe Smoking 101: Getting Started with $100

May 18, 2022 06:15 - 40 minutes - 31.5 MB

There are no stupid questions, just stupid people, and two of them are hosting this podcast! Thankfully if there is one thing they know better than most it’s best practices for new pipe smokers. Here we do our best to set you up on your pipe journey right with the spirit of mentorship and community that the Country Squire is renowned for. This week: Getting Started with $100 Pipe Question: (From Steve Dover) Hey guys - I have been on my pipe journey since November 2021 and have been playing c...

The Finer Things: Cigars

May 11, 2022 21:00 - 46 minutes - 34.4 MB

Every once in a while you kinda want to go big or go home. Problem is, if you are going to spend a little extra, you want to make sure you get quality, authenticity, and a true premium experience. As pipe enthusiasts, we know that ‘matter matters’ and we all appreciate the craftsmanship that goes into the various pipes and pipe tobaccos available to us. In this series, we will expand our horizons beyond the pipe to discover top shelf products and experiences that bring us joy and up our sophi...

Half Bowl Histories: Claude Monet

May 04, 2022 11:00 - 51 minutes - 39.3 MB

Country Squire Radio's 'Half Bowl Histories' series takes a look into the history, lore, and legacy of individuals, places, and events of interest that helped shape the world we know today for good and for ill. Here we get a chance to revisit some of the famous pipe smokers we’ve covered in the past and shift the focus from what they loved to who they were and the complexities of their lives. This week, famed painter and pipe smoker: Claude Monet Pipe Question: (From Joel) Hey guys! First off...

Miami Mailbag

April 27, 2022 06:00 - 46 minutes - 35.7 MB

We are back on the road and will be bringing you episodes from Miami, FL over the next several weeks! Alot of great pipe smoking topics and more headed your way but this week we wanted to take the time to read some of your feedback from the past several weeks. Enjoy!

From The Library: A Grief Observed

April 20, 2022 06:00 - 42 minutes - 32.3 MB

The Library or Study has long been the haven of the contemplative pipe smoker. In our ‘From The Library’ series, we take a look into the musings, writings, poetry, and more that pique our interest and consider the mind of the author and how we can, or perhaps can’t, relate from our own experience. This week: A Grief Observed by C.S. Lewis

Tobacco Talk: Brunello Flake and Mac Baren Virginia Flake

April 13, 2022 06:00 - 45 minutes - 34.1 MB

What would a pipe tobacco podcast be without a good deal of pipe tobacco reviews? Loose leaf, tin, and even the hard to find stuff will all find their way into our pipes and into our heads as we review the entirety of each pipe tobacco from the packaging, marketing, tin note, texture, flavor, and smoke. It's flake week this week with: Brunello Flake and Mac Baren Virginia Flake

Father To Father: Becoming Fathers

April 06, 2022 06:00 - 47 minutes - 36.1 MB

Step into the Country Squire Tobacconist on any given day and you’re likely to find a group of diverse men of all ages sharing their lives, triumphs, and troubles, over a bowl of quality pipe tobacco. In our Father To Father series, we try to capture the realness of conversation you find at your local pipe shop as we share our experience navigating fatherhood as two dads of young kids.

Squire Select: Uncle Nearest 1884 Small Batch Whiskey

March 30, 2022 06:00 - 44 minutes - 33.5 MB

We are mixing it up again this week! In the classic style of Squire Select we are pairing a spirit (Uncle Nearest 1884 Small Batch Whiskey) with some quality pipe tobacco, but wait, as they say...theres more! We then use that same spirit to create a cocktail and see how it changes the pairing selection. Enjoy!

Top 3 Burley Blends with Quinn The Intern

March 23, 2022 06:00 - 34 minutes - 28 MB

Quinn the Intern returns this week to share his picks for the top 3 burley blends and educate new pipe smokers on why they may want to pick up a burley heavy blend.

Pipe Smoking 101: Choosing Your First Tin Tobacco

March 16, 2022 06:00 - 44 minutes - 34.5 MB

Alot of options out there... a lota good, and a lot that you really shouldn't touch until your more seasoned. How do you choose your first tin tobacco? We got you covered! There are no stupid questions, just stupid people, and two of them are hosting this podcast! Thankfully if there is one thing they know better than most it’s best practices for new pipe smokers. Here we do our best to set you up on your pipe journey right with the spirit of mentorship and community that the Country Squire ...

The Finer Things: The Hot Towel Shave

March 09, 2022 12:00 - 46 minutes - 32.9 MB

Every once in a while, you kinda want to go big or go home. Problem is, if you are going to spend a little extra, you want to make sure you get quality, authenticity, and a true premium experience. As pipe enthusiasts, we know that ‘matter matters’ and we all appreciate the craftsmanship that goes into the various pipes and pipe tobaccos available to us. In this series, we will expand our horizons beyond the pipe to discover top shelf products and experiences that bring us joy and up our soph...

Jacques Cousteau

March 02, 2022 07:00 - 44 minutes - 34.1 MB

This week we are taking a look at this history of famous pipe smoker and oceanographer: Jacques Cousteau. Formerly ‘Heroes of the Bowl’, this new series takes a look into the history, lore, and legacy of individuals, places, and events of interest that helped shape the world we know today for good and for ill. Here we get a chance to revisit some of the famous pipe smokers we’ve covered in the past and shift the focus from what they loved to who they were and the complexities of their lives.

Half Bowl Histories: Jacques Cousteau

March 02, 2022 07:00 - 44 minutes - 34.1 MB

This week we are taking a look at this history of famous pipe smoker and oceanographer: Jacques Cousteau. Formerly ‘Heroes of the Bowl’, this new series takes a look into the history, lore, and legacy of individuals, places, and events of interest that helped shape the world we know today for good and for ill. Here we get a chance to revisit some of the famous pipe smokers we’ve covered in the past and shift the focus from what they loved to who they were and the complexities of their lives.

From The Library: Leaves from a Tobaccoman's Log

February 23, 2022 07:00 - 45 minutes - 35.8 MB

The Library or Study has long been the haven of the contemplative pipe smoker. In our ‘From The Library’ series, we take a look into the musings, writings, poetry, and more that pique our interest and consider the mind of the author and how we can, or perhaps can’t, relate from our own experience. This week: "Leaves from a Tobaccoman's Log"

IPSD 2022: Pipe Smoking Steve Returns! or does he...

February 16, 2022 07:00 - 47 minutes - 37 MB

This year we go BIG or we go home... and we ain't goin home! Enjoy our special requests to Pipe Smoking Steve as well as a few of you letters as well! BTW the smoking chair Beau refrences in the episode can be found here: https://www.wayfair.com/Astoria-Grand--Fahy-35-Wide-Tufted-Armchair-CG188986-L54-K~BAEA1065.html?refid=GX434552410273-BAEA1065&device=c&ptid=905334118555&network=g&targetid=pla-905334118555&channel=GooglePLA&ireid=75891947&fdid=1817&campaignid=398251723&gclid=Cj0KCQiAu62QBh...

Tobacco Talk: Sutliff Crumble Kake No. 3 and 4th Generation Virginia Flake

February 09, 2022 07:00 - 46 minutes - 36.3 MB

What would a pipe tobacco podcast be without a good deal of pipe tobacco reviews? Loose leaf, tin, and even the hard to find stuff will all find their way into our pipes and into our heads as we review the entirety of each pipe tobacco from the packaging, marketing, tin note, texture, flavor, and smoke. This week Jon David and Beau review Sutliff Crumble Kake No. 3 and 4th Generation Virginia Flake.

Father To Father: Two dads walk into a pipe shop...

February 02, 2022 07:00 - 45 minutes - 33.7 MB

Welcome to the kickoff of a brand-new series on Country Squire Radio where we sit down and have the kind of conversations, you'll hear any given day over a pipe at the Country Squire. We know this is a little different and we hope you'll give it a chance. Enjoy!

Squire Select: Sazerac Rye

January 26, 2022 07:00 - 42 minutes - 32.5 MB

We are mixing it up this week in more ways than one! In the classic style of Squire Select we are pairing a spirit (Sazerac Rye) with some quality pipe tobacco, but wait, as they say...theres more! We then use that same spirit to create a cocktail and see how it changes the pairing selection. Enjoy!

Top 3 Pipe Tobacco Tin Art

January 19, 2022 07:00 - 47 minutes - 36 MB

Such a fun episode this week! We take a look at our top 3 favorite pipe tobacco tin art and break down why we feel these tins make the list. Also we've open up some packages sent in from listeners and launch into some very descriptive quick fire questions. Enjoy!

Pipe Smoking 101: What's It Like To Smoke A Pipe?

January 12, 2022 07:00 - 53 minutes - 41.4 MB

It's officially 2022 and we are kicking off this year with some major announcements for the show. New series, exciting opportunities to meet up, and all of your returning favorites. We see this as the start of something really special and we hope you will enjoy what we've got in store! Oh! And we answer the question: What is it like to smoke a pipe?

Best of 2021 Part 2

January 05, 2022 07:30 - 39 minutes - 30.4 MB

It's that time again! Time to count down the best of the pipe and pipe tobacco world in the year that was 2021. Enjoy!

Best of 2021 Part 1

December 29, 2021 07:00 - 45 minutes - 29.7 MB

It's that time again! Time to count down the best of the pipe and pipe tobacco world in the year that was 2021. Enjoy!

Dear Santa...

December 22, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 49.6 MB

Have we been naughty, nice, or questionable... definitely questionable! But hey, here's hoping Santa will be stopping by our homes with these pipe related Christmas wish list items for your friends here at Country Squire Radio. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all of yall this season!

Squire Select: Rye Edition

December 15, 2021 07:15 - 55 minutes - 38.7 MB

Our apologies in advance to Canada.

Tobacco Talk: Esoterica St. Ives and Cornell & Diehl House Reserve

December 08, 2021 18:00 - 48 minutes - 36.8 MB

This week we review some hard to get pipe tobaccos with Esoterica's St. Ives and Cornell & Diehl - House Reserve. Enjoy!

50th Anniversary Cigar from The Country Squire

December 01, 2021 13:00 - 56 minutes - 45.2 MB

It's a special one this week as we take a look at the 50th Anniversary Cigar from The Country Squire!

Trackin And Packin VII: Transporting Pipes, Tobacco, And Accessories

November 24, 2021 07:00 - 50 minutes - 38.8 MB

In this episode, Jon David and Beau discuss some epic and different ways of traveling with your pipes and tobacco. Happy Thanksgiving!

Top 3 Pipe Shapes

November 17, 2021 07:00 - 51 minutes - 38.9 MB

This week we are taking a bit of a different approach on our 'top 3' series. We each share our personal top 3 pipe shapes. Some will shock and amaze! The others you can probably guess right now. Enjoy!

The Hamster Cage From Hell

November 10, 2021 07:00 - 48 minutes - 37 MB

Yeah so usually when we dive into the 'hamster cage', it's with a bit of love... not this week.

3 Pipe Carvers To Watch

November 03, 2021 06:00 - 50 minutes - 37 MB

This week Quinn Crawford aka Quinn The Intern joins us to share his top 3 pipe carvers to watch from all across the globe! Also there is still time to get your Country Squire Radio rings so hurry over and order yours today: https://www.sylvanforgecreations.com/product-page/country-squire

Heroes of the Bowl: Vincent van Gogh

October 27, 2021 06:00 - 53 minutes - 39.5 MB

On this year's Halloween episode of Country Squire Radio, we take a look at a Hero of the Bowl with a tortured soul and the ways that the pipe played into his more comforting moments. This week: Vincent van Gogh. Enjoy!

Tobacco Talk: Vertical Limit and Trailhead

October 20, 2021 07:00 - 48 minutes - 38.6 MB

This week we are taking a look at 2 blends from the Cascadia pipe company: Vertical Limit and Trailhead

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