Explore every episode of the podcast Houston Pipe Cast
| Title | Pub. Date | Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 092: Lighters | 25 sept. 2026 | 00:47:20 | |
Joseph and Eric talk about sit down to talk about pipe lighters. Which one's are the best? How do you maintain them? If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com | |||
| 091: If We Were New Pipe Smokers: A Message to Our Younger Selves | 27 août 2026 | 01:13:08 | |
Joseph and Eric take a look back over their experiences as pipe smokers and figure out what the liked about their journeys and what pitfalls and misdirection could have been avoided. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club visit us a HoustonPipeClub.com | |||
| 090: Final-a-tea: An Oolong and Tobacco Paring | 07 août 2026 | 00:49:45 | |
Joseph and Eric finish up the tea and tobacco tasting series paring Dahongpao Oolong tea with their select tobaccos. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club, visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com | |||
| 089: When NOT to Smoke a Pipe | 31 juil. 2026 | 00:52:39 | |
Joseph and Eric talk about those times when maybe should put that favorite pipe of yours on hold and save it for another day. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com | |||
| 088: Too Hot for Tea: A Pu-erh and Tobacco Pairing | 23 juil. 2026 | 00:47:13 | |
Joseph, Eric, and show sponsor Mark sit down to do a tea and tobacco pairing. Perhaps one of our most fun episodes. Things went off the rails a bit. We hope you enjoy the episode as much as the co-hosts and sponsor enjoyed recording it. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com | |||
| 087: Tea and Tobacco Pairing: Lapsang Souchong | 02 juil. 2026 | 00:48:37 | |
Joseph and Eric do tea and tobacco pairings with lapsang souchong, the world's first black. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club visit us at Houstonpipeclub.com | |||
| 086: One Pipe Two Pipe Sad Pipe Glad Pipe | 19 juin 2026 | 00:58:06 | |
Joseph and Eric rank locations in which to smoke a pipe. If your are interested in the Houston Pipe Club visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com | |||
| 085: The Mystery Tins Revealed | 11 juin 2026 | 01:14:28 | |
On this episode of the Houston Pipe Cast The Houston Pipe Club share their thoughts on the mystery tins from last month. Were their assumptions correct? Did anyone figure out what they had? Listen today and find out. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club, visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com | |||
| 084: The Economics of Pipe Tobacco | 04 juin 2026 | 01:03:18 | |
Joseph and Eric talk the economics of pipe tobacco. Is it actually economical to smoke a pipe? How much more expensive has tobacco really gotten. Join us for the conversation today. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club, visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com | |||
| 083: Where to Buy Pipes Online...Besides Smokingpipes.com | 28 mai 2026 | 01:10:33 | |
Joseph and Eric discuss... many things... but specifically where can you buy pipes online. You know that co-hosts are big fans of Smokingpipes.com, but there are may online vendors available. Who are they and which have the co-hosts used personally? Take a listen and see if you can't find a hidden gem online. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com | |||
| 082: The Stem Episode | 21 mai 2026 | 01:07:06 | |
Joseph and Eric talk all things stems. Materials, shapes, designs, and novelties. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com | |||
| 081: Mystery Tins | 15 mai 2026 | 01:04:31 | |
Joseph and Eric open their mystery tins from the most recent pipe club meeting. Will they be able to predict what the mystery blends are? If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com | |||
| 080: Prohibition For Thee But Not For Me? | 07 mai 2026 | 00:52:07 | |
Joseph and Eric discuss the new generational tobacco ban laws popping up around the world. Will they work? If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club, visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com | |||
| 079: No Shows | 30 avr. 2026 | 00:55:48 | |
Joseph and Eric discuss the their FOMO and regrets over not going to some recent pipe shows. The co-hosts discuss their plans for attending pipe shows over the next year. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com | |||
| 078: A 3 Pipe Day | 17 avr. 2026 | 00:58:52 | |
Joseph and Eric discussed their ideal morning pipe, afternoon, pipe, and evening pipe. If you’re interested in the Houston Pipe Club visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com | |||
| 077: Dispelling Pipe Myths: Pipe Busters | 10 avr. 2026 | 00:52:49 | |
Joseph and Eric attempt to dispel pipe myths that are shared regularly around the pipe community. If you have pipe myths that you feel should be busted let us know by emailing us at HoustonPipeCast@gmail.com If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com . | |||
| 076: Eggs... for Easter | 03 avr. 2026 | 01:00:17 | |
Joseph and Eric chat about the egg shape. Eric gives his first impressions of Cornell and Diehl's Comfort blend. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com | |||
| 075: Piping Pointers | 27 mars 2026 | 00:43:58 | |
Joseph and Eric talk about how to prepare for a pipe club meeting and pointers on how to get the most out of your experience if you visit the Houston Pipe Club. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club, visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com | |||
| 074: St. Patty's Day Pipes and Tobacco | 19 mars 2026 | 01:02:14 | |
Joseph and Eric break out the Petersons pipes and the Peterson blends and talk St. Patrick's day traditions. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com | |||
| 073: What Makes a Great Pipe Club? | 12 mars 2026 | 00:55:22 | |
Joseph and Eric welcome members of the Houston Pipe Club to talk about how clubs like ours can become more fun, engaging, and welcoming for members. The conversation covers ideas, improvements, and a bit of brainstorming about what makes a great club experience. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club, visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com. | |||
| 072: Two Pease in a Pod | 05 mars 2026 | 00:55:37 | |
Joseph and Eric talk G.L. Pease blends. What do they enjoy, what do they want to revisit, and what would they like to try. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club, visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com | |||
| 071: Desert Island Blends and Pipes | 26 févr. 2026 | 00:59:02 | |
Joseph and Eric discuss the blends they would take with them if they had to be stuck with them for the rest of their lives, short as they may be. Face it, these guys are not survivalists. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club, visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com | |||
| 070: How to Not Destroy a Pipe | 19 févr. 2026 | 01:03:18 | |
Joseph and Eric talk all things preventative so you can avoid the catastrophes that your cohosts have experienced. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club. Visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com | |||
| 069: C&D Summit Series First Impressions | 12 févr. 2026 | 01:20:59 | |
Joseph and Eric put their tasting hats on and crack open Cornell and Diehl's Summit Series. These 4 plug tobaccos highlight C&D's Virginia blending capabilities. Skyward Gate, Watchman's Reach, Hoodoo Ridge, and Lone Sentinel are the blends. Listen today to hear what our hosts think. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club visit us today at HoustonPipeClub.com | |||
| 068: Know When to Hold 'Em Know When To Smoke 'Em | 06 févr. 2026 | 00:59:11 | |
Joseph and Eric discuss the reasons why a pipe smoker holds on to that pipe for so long before finally giving it its time in the sun. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com | |||
| 067: Smoking in the Cold | 30 janv. 2026 | 00:47:15 | |
Joseph and Eric talk smoking in the cold. What to smoke, how, and why. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com | |||
| 066: Bad Cat Tobacco | 22 janv. 2026 | 01:01:40 | |
Joseph and Eric talk a little about up coming tobacco releases. This episode includes an interview with Josh from Bad Cat Tobacco, a new boutique blender. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club, visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com | |||
| 065: How to Decorate Your Pipe Den | 15 janv. 2026 | 00:54:48 | |
Eric and Joseph talk about their essentials for a smoking room. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com | |||
| 064: Ten Things I Wish I Knew About Pipe Smoking | 08 janv. 2026 | 01:05:30 | |
Joseph and Eric discuss 10 pipe hacks they wish they had learned or listened to years ago. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club, visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com | |||
| 063: A Strategy for the 2026 Tobacco Year | 01 janv. 2026 | 00:43:42 | |
Joseph and Eric talk how to plan for your tobacco spending int the year of 2026. How much to buy now, what to save for, and how to stay flexible. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club, visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com | |||
| 062: A Christmas Story from the Houston Pipe Cast | 25 déc. 2025 | 00:44:02 | |
Joseph and Eric recap the Houston Pipe Club holiday party. In the main segment you will find a special reading of the Sherlock Holmes tale "The Blue Carbuncle" by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. For context, the co-host Eric reads this story every year on Christmas Eve or Christmas day per a child hood friend's suggestion. We hope you enjoy the holidays with you and yours. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com. | |||
| 12 Crafts of Christmas #12 Hats | 23 déc. 2025 | 00:08:29 | |
Joseph and Eric talk hats. A difficult topic for those with heads that are... not so petite, such as the co-hosts. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club, visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com | |||
| 12 Crafts of Christmas #11 Fragrances | 22 déc. 2025 | 00:09:45 | |
Joseph and Eric talk about how to complement the aromas of pipe tobacco in a way that can please the both you and the people you encounter. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com | |||
| 12 Crafts of Christmas #10 Meats | 21 déc. 2025 | 00:11:23 | |
Joseph and Eric talk meat gifts for the carnivore in your life. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com | |||
| 12 Crafts of Christmas #9 Cutlery | 20 déc. 2025 | 00:07:53 | |
Joseph and Eric talk "sharp" gift giving ideas for the pipe smoker in your life. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Cast visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com | |||
| 12 Crafts of Christmas #8 Pens | 19 déc. 2025 | 00:10:58 | |
Joseph and Eric talk the gift giving idea of pens. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com | |||
| 12 Crafts of Christmas #7 Coffee and Tea | 18 déc. 2025 | 00:10:07 | |
Joseph and Eric Talk Coffee and Tea gift giving ideas. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com | |||
| 061: Who Did it Better: The Americans the Danes or the Italians? | 18 déc. 2025 | 00:58:13 | |
Joseph and Eric talk about the upcoming Houston Pipe Club Holiday Party. In the main segment the co-hosts discuss Danish, Italian, and American takes on classic pipe shapes. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com. | |||
| 12 Crafts of Christmas #6 Woodworking | 17 déc. 2025 | 00:05:58 | |
Joseph and Eric talk woodworking gift options for the pipe Enthusiast. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com | |||
| 12 Crafts of Christmas #5 Watches | 16 déc. 2025 | 00:07:45 | |
Joseph and Eric talk about watches as gift ideas for the pipe smoker. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com | |||
| 12 Crafts of Christmas #4 Books | 15 déc. 2025 | 00:07:28 | |
Joseph and Eric talk about readable gifts for the pipe smoker. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com | |||
| 12 Crafts of Christmas #3 Spirits | 14 déc. 2025 | 00:07:40 | |
Joseph and Eric have a "spirited" discussion about gifting ideas for the whiskey and other adult beverage enthusiasts. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com. | |||
| 12 Crafts of Christmas #2: Shaving | 13 déc. 2025 | 00:04:22 | |
Joseph and Eric talk shaving gifts for the gentlemen in your life. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club, visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com | |||
| 12 Crafts of Christmas #1 Leather Goods | 12 déc. 2025 | 00:06:40 | |
Joseph and Eric take a look at the leather goods that interest pipe makers in the 1st installment of this 12 part holiday shopping guide for the pipe smoker. Listen in to find the instructions to enter our give away. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club check us out at HoustonPipeClub.com | |||
| 060: Nørding Pipes | 11 déc. 2025 | 00:46:48 | |
Joseph and Eric discussing the legacy of Nørding Pipes. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club you can learn more at HoustonPipeClub.com. | |||
| 059: The Art of Keeping Us Happy with Stephen Mawby of SmokingPipes.com | 04 déc. 2025 | 00:56:25 | |
On this week's episode Joseph and Eric recap the Texas Pipe Show. Our guest this week is Stephen Mawby, Director of Sales at Smokingpipes.com, who oversees their customer service operations. Together we explore what exceptional customer service looks like in a niche craft community... and what truly keeps enthusiasts satisfied. | |||
| 058: Thanksgiving Day | 27 nov. 2025 | 00:55:10 | |
On this episode of the Houston Pipe Cast, Joseph and Eric enjoy a bowl of L J Peretti's Thanksgiving Day while discussing what they want out of holiday blends. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club, visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com. If you want to contact the show, email us at HoustonPipeCast@gmail.com | |||
| 057: Rest In Pipes | 20 nov. 2025 | 00:52:15 | |
Joseph and Eric sit down to talk about what happens to your pipes and tobacco after your gone. Wills, gentlemen's' agreements, and Viking funerals on this week's episode of the Houston Pipe Cast. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com. If you want to get in touch with the show email us at HoustonPipeCast@gmail.com | |||
| 056: Pipe Maker Jerry Nelson | 13 nov. 2025 | 00:53:13 | |
On this episode of the Houston Pipe Cast Eric sits down to interview Jerry Nelson of Nelson Pipes. Jerry is a master of the Egg shape and a we get to hear him describe his insights from his journey in pipe making. If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club, you can visit us at HoustonPipeClub.com. Contact the show at HoustonPipeCast@gmail.com | |||
| 055: Nature or Nurture? | 06 nov. 2025 | 00:54:16 | |
On this episode of the Houston Pipe Cast we discuss what makes a tobacco what it is? Is it the location it was grown? Is it the way it is processed? Is it the seed it is grown from? All of the above? If you are interested in the Houston Pipe Club please visit HoustonPipeClub.com | |||