Beyond the Burl

This week on Beyond the Burl, we accidentally discover that Sebastien may have found his true calling: playing 20 Questions. What starts as a simple game quickly turns into a surprisingly competitive ...

5 Juni 1h 5min

This week, we throw the usual format out the window and sit down with Canadian pipe maker Michael Parks for a wide-ranging conversation about his journey into pipe making, the lessons he's learned alo...

29 Maj 1h 21min

In this episode of Beyond the Burl, we settle in for a laid-back evening of pipe talk, stories, and plenty of laughs. We kick things off by diving into some personal opinion questions that take the co...

22 Maj 1h 8min

In this episode of Beyond the Burl, we dive into one of the most debated topics in pipe tobacco culture: mold vs. sugar crystals — how to tell the difference, why it matters, and the panic that erupts...

15 Maj 1h 10min

A new episode of Beyond the Burl is here, and this one takes us from the legendary halls of the Chicago Pipe Show to the smoky comfort of a rich evening blend. We kick things off with a brief look int...

8 Maj 1h 45min

In this episode, we dig into the fascinating world of blends that have evolved over time while keeping the same name, unpacking what’s been lost, gained, and quietly altered along the way. The convers...

1 Maj 1h 10min

In this episode, we dive deep into the rich tradition of rope and twist tobaccos, breaking down their history, preparation, and why they still hold a cult following among seasoned pipe smokers. We kee...

24 Apr 1h 19min

In this episode of Beyond the Burl, we kick things off with a lively discussion on the charm and controversy of pocket pipes, those compact, foldable companions that blur the line between practicality...

17 Apr 58min