In this engaging conversation, hosts Sean and Chris welcome Zeke Stout, Discovery channel TV host, Gunsmith school Instructor and author, to discuss a variety of topics ranging from unique flavor combinations in snacks to the creative process behind Zeke's new book. The discussion delves into the use of AI in writing, character development, and the importance of humor in coping with life's challenges. Zeke shares insights about his future projects, including a business book and a golf YouTube channel, while reflecting on the decline of traditional reading in modern society. Sean, Chris, and Zeke Stout explore a variety of themes including unexpected connections, the evolution of language, parenting in a changing world, the importance of morality, and the need for centrist leadership. They discuss the dangers of extremism and the responsibility of media, emphasizing the importance of kindness and finding common ground in discourse. The episode concludes with a call for peaceful interactions and the reminder to be excellent to each other.

In this episode we have our good buddy Tyler aka @thebriarginger on to hang out and chat.

In this episode we have the founder of Drag Up coffee, a Texas based coffee company that prides itself on having some of the freshest coffee with some great flavors. Jordan Sadler was a blast to talk to and just a real genuine person who is rocking it as a business owner.

After a short summer hiatus Beyond the pipe is back for a new season. Life is busy but it's time to get back in the saddle and bring more content for all 200 millions of you that watch and listen.

Thank you all!

Chris and Sean

Chat about cigars and briar cigars

Learn something! This is a quick mind dump about how important it is to learn new skills. 

In this episode we discuss the importance of preserving pipe culture and history through getting to know the people around and people of not that have done things for the pipe world as a whole. 

The guest speaking is Mike Morales of Pipe Society on YT and Pipe.society on instagram

In this episode we discuss pipe smoking memories and how the smell of pipe tobacco can trigger them.

In this episode we have our good friend Mitch Eckler on who is the_bad_gunsmith on instagram and HangfireTv onYouTube. we discuss the pipe making process and getting in to a flow during work that is great for productivity and creativity.

Quick discussion on pipe sub brands and why they exist.