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The Pipes Magazine Radio Show Podcast

Brian Levine & Kevin Godbee
Pipe Smoking
Pipe Making
Chicago Pipe Show
Cornell & Diehl
Tobacco Blending
Pipe Collecting
Tobacco
Las Vegas International Pipe Show
Tobacco Blends
Pipes
Pipe Tobacco
Pipe Shows
Tobacco Industry
Virginia Tobacco
The Country Squire
Pipe Smoking Culture
Scandinavian Tobacco Group
Aging Tobacco
Las Vegas Pipe Show
Craftsmanship

The Pipes Magazine Radio Show is a 1-hour talk show where we interview different pipe and tobacco industry people and chat about all the different aspects of smoking a pipe, and trying different pipe tobaccos.

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Latest Episodes

Tonight on The Pipes Magazine Radio Show, we welcome back Jess Steere, who first joined us more than five years ago, when he was celebrating his first five years as a pipe smoker. Now marking his tenth anniversary in the hobby, Jess returns to share ... more

Tonight on The Pipes Magazine Radio Show, we welcome back Nate Rose, who first joined us in 2022 when pipe making was still a part-time pursuit. Today, Nate is a full-time pipe maker, having made the leap from his job at General Motors to building hi... more

Tonight on The Pipes Magazine Radio Show, we welcome back Glen Whelan, Managing Director of Peterson of Dublin. Peterson is a family tradition for Glen: his father spent 50 years working at the factory, eventually becoming Factory Manager, while Glen... more

Tonight on The Pipes Magazine Radio Show, we continue our three-part conversation with Dennis Cullinan of Red Bell Pipes in Lansing, Michigan. In this second installment of "Story Time with Dennis," Dennis takes us through his years as a working libr... more

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Recent Guests

Jess Steere
Campus ministry worker who organizes local pipe-smoking gatherings
Episode: 737: Jess Steere - Building a Pipe-Smoking Community. Part V, Three Coin Cuts Conclusion.
Nate Rose
Full-time pipe maker specializing in English and French shapes
Rose Pipes Canada
Episode: 736: Pipemaker Nate Rose. Three Coin Cuts Compared, Part IV, Davidoff Flake Medallions.
Glen Whelan
Managing director of Peterson of Dublin with a career spanning factory, retail, sales, and distribution.
Peterson of Dublin
Episode: 735: Glen Whelan, Peterson of Dublin. Three Coin Cuts Compared, Part III, Peterson Navy De Lux.
Dennis Cullinan
Pipe enthusiast and longtime guest; subject of part of the interview series
Episode: 734: Storytime with Dennis Cullinan. Three Coin Cuts Compared, Part II, Escudo.
Jon David Cole
Head of The Country Squire, provider of news and updates from The Country Squire
The Country Squire
Episode: 733: Jon David Cole from Country Squire. Three Coin Cuts Compared - Part I
Jeremy Reeves
Head Blender, Cornell & Diehl
Cornell & Diehl
Episode: 732: Waqas The Dubai Piper. Ask the Blender with Jeremy Reeves.
Russell Gardner
Founder/owner of Grey Witch and Dark Arts (Las Vegas)
Grey Witch / Dark Arts
Episode: 730: Russell Gardner of Dark Arts. Bo Parker of Methodical Coffee.
Bo Parker
Guest from Methodical Coffee, involved in coffee and tobacco pairing
Methodical Coffee
Episode: 730: Russell Gardner of Dark Arts. Bo Parker of Methodical Coffee.
Nate King
King of Pipes; pipe maker and pipe smoker
Nate King Pipes
Episode: 729: Pipe Maker Nate King.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 722 ratings
  • Congratulations!

    Congratulations on 14

    Interesting and Always Entertaining Years!

    I Look Forward to The PipesMagazine Radio Show Every Week!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    daveinlax
    United States2 months ago
  • If You don't listen Brian will come and get you.

    There's no magazine. There's no radio show. But there is a phenomenal podcast to be had. Brian's interview style is unmatched. The guests are always engaging, and the way the show is broken into segments really makes it seem like this is a 15 minute show...even though it's much longer.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sbunda2k14
    United States2 months ago
  • Five Star Program!

    I’m having trouble finding a place to comment on any one show in particular, so I’ll comment here:

    The interview with Allen Kipp a couple of weeks ago was exceptional!

    I don’t gravitate towards artisan pipes for financial and aesthetic reasons, but I have great respect for the craftsmanship that goes into them. I personally tend to prefer mid-century factory made estates.

    Hearing Allen speak of his apprenticeship was inspiring. It was refreshing to hear from a maker who didn’t learn his craft f... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mandolincity
    United States3 months ago
  • Pipe Enthusiasm

    Absolutely love this podcast. I love the flow of the show, it really keeps you engaged. Out of all the pipe podcasts I have listened to, this one is by far my favorite. It has a little bit of everything for everyone.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hounds_N_Hobbies
    United States3 months ago
  • Pipes Magazine Tadio Show

    Brian Lavigne and Kevin Godbee have put together an excellent podcast. Host Brian has knowledgeable history of the pipe smoking hobby, and assembles a weekly program of entertaining guests and pipe and pipe tobacco guests and insiders. Brian’s interviews bring the best out of his guests! His presentations are personable and educational. Always just the right length of time and consistent. Thanks for a great podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    On the Raquette
    United States3 months ago

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Audience values hosting depth, humor, and actionable tips for makers and retailers.
Listeners praise consistent, informative episodes with top-tier guests.
The show is a reliable source for pipe community news and craft insights.
The host's persona is described as knowledgeable, nostalgic, and engaging.
Fans appreciate show coverage of pipe shows and behind-the-scenes industry stories.

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737: Jess Steere - Building a Pipe-Smoking Community. Part V, Three Coin Cuts Conclusion.
Q: When you get somebody who's brand new and wants to try a pipe, how do you walk them through it?
Steere offers an inexpensive corn cob pipe and tobacco samples, helps beginners choose a tobacco, demonstrates packing and lighting, and encourages patience with relighting.
737: Jess Steere - Building a Pipe-Smoking Community. Part V, Three Coin Cuts Conclusion.
Q: Tell us what you do for living, and how are you meeting these people and getting this pipe club started?
Steere works for a national campus ministry and began finding student pipe smokers by mentioning his hobby in conversations and through his campus group, the Dead Theologian Society.
735: Glen Whelan, Peterson of Dublin. Three Coin Cuts Compared, Part III, Peterson Navy De Lux.
Q: So what's after, after all this stuff, what can we see in the future?
Whelan previews upcoming St. Patrick's Day pipes, a final Charles Peterson collection release, and plans to choose a Pipe of the Year shape for the following year.
735: Glen Whelan, Peterson of Dublin. Three Coin Cuts Compared, Part III, Peterson Navy De Lux.
Q: Are you globally or within the Peterson world also seeing that interest in those smaller bowls?
Whelan says Peterson has a strong market for smaller pipes, particularly through its popular Junior and Tavern series, which use much of the smaller briar available to the factory.
736: Pipemaker Nate Rose. Three Coin Cuts Compared, Part IV, Davidoff Flake Medallions.
Q: Were there shapes that you had never done and said, you know what, I need this in my repertoire if I get a commission?
Rose says he has gradually added shapes over time, but the blowfish remains difficult for him. He continues to work on it while adding freehand designs alongside the English and French shapes he prefers.

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What is The Pipes Magazine Radio Show Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A long-running, hobby-focused program centered on pipes and pipe tobacco culture, with in-depth conversations featuring makers, retailers, blenders, magazine editors, and show organizers. Episodes blend technical craftsmanship, product reviews, show coverage, and behind-the-scenes stories from pipe shows and collaborations. Listeners can expect detailed discussions on pipe making, tobacco blends, aging, restoration, and the business of niche retail, all delivered with a friendly, community-driven vibe and a steady stream of guest expertise. A standout aspect is the breadth of guests—from independent makers and restorers to blenders and shop owners—plus frequent insights into shows, launches, and practical trade tips. This mix is likely to a... more

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Recent guests on The Pipes Magazine Radio Show Podcast include:

1. Jess Steere
2. Nate Rose
3. Glen Whelan
4. Dennis Cullinan
5. Jon David Cole
6. Jeremy Reeves
7. Russell Gardner
8. Bo Parker

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