Pours, Puffs & Prayers Podcast

Have you ever been surrounded by people, going through the motions, doing all the right things—and still felt completely alone from God?

In this episode of Pours, Puffs, & Prayers, the guys get real about what it feels like when your faith feels distant. We talk about what causes us to drift—sin, busyness, disappointment, pride, suffering—and whether God is actually distant or if we’re the ones who have stopped listening.

No preaching. No pretending. Just five guys talking honestly about faith, failure, and finding your way back.

Pour: E.H. Taylor Small Batch — 100 Proof
Puff: Arturo Fuente Hemingway Short Story

Temptation rarely knocks down the door; it whispers through the cracks. In Episode 5, we shine a light on the quiet daily battles men fight—from small compromises to the moments we feel tired, lonely, or stressed. We explore how pride keeps us trapped, the role of discipline and accountability, and practical ways to replace unhealthy desires with purpose. To illustrate the fight and reward, we pair the chat with the balanced Four Roses Small Batch and a refined Perdomo 20th Anniversary.

• Pour: Four Roses Small Batch (90 Proof)

• Puff: Perdomo 20th Anniversary

A man standing alone is vulnerable, but a man standing with brothers is stronger. This week, we examine the danger of isolation and why connection is critical for men today. We discuss the subtle warning signs of pulling away, why we struggle to ask for help, and the necessity of having sharp men around to call out our bad decisions. Representing strength and trust, we pair the talk with a powerhouse Knob Creek Single Barrel and a bold Oliva Serie O cigar.

• Pour: Knob Creek Single Barrel 9yr (120 Proof)

• Puff: Oliva Serie O

Tough guy. I'm fine. Successful. Professional. Men learn early on how to hide behind masks—but what happens when we wear them too long? In this episode, we unpack why vulnerability feels so uncomfortable, where we learned to hide our struggles, and what authentic manhood actually looks like. It’s a bold conversation that demands a bold pairing, featuring the powerful Old Forester 1920 Prohibition bourbon alongside a complex Brick House Maduro Robusto.

Pour: Old Forester 1920 Prohibition (115 Proof)

Puff: Brick House Maduro Robusto

Living out your faith every day sounds great on paper, but the reality is a constant battle. In Episode 2, we dive into the real-world obstacles to staying grounded—whether at work, at home, or in public. The crew opens up about spiritual dry spells, seasons where God felt distant, and the pivotal role other men play in keeping us accountable. To match the theme of steady effort, we pair this conversation with the balanced, well-aged Russell’s Reserve 10-Year and a smooth Arturo Fuente Chateau.

Pour: Russell’s Reserve 10yr (90 Proof)

Puff: Arturo Fuente Chateau

Welcome to Pours, Puffs, & Prayers—where we cut through the noise to discuss faith, failure, discipline, and purpose with no fluff, no masks, and pure truth. In this premiere episode, the guys pull up a chair to share the story behind the podcast, what brought them to the table, and what they hope to build together. We break down why men desperately need a space to tackle uncomfortable conversations, while pairing the discussion with a mellow pour of Weller Special Reserve and the creamy profile of a CAO Gold cigar.

• Pour: Weller Special Reserve (90 Proof)

• Puff: CAO Gold