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Beyond the Burl

Beyond the Burl

Beyond the Burl is a weekly exploration of pipe culture, craftsmanship, and conversation, hosted by Seb and Josh. From the rituals of tamping and toasting to the strange, smoky corners of history, we delve into the world of briar, blends, and banter. Whether you’re a seasoned smoker or just pipe-curious, pull up a chair, light your bowl, and join us as we go beyond the burl.

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  • 21 episodes
  • weekly
  • Avg 1 hr 14 min
  • English
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  • May 22 · 1 hr 8 min

    Episode 58: Answering The Burning Questions

    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 conversation in all kinds of unexpected directions, followed by another round of trivia to test our knowledge and keep the banter rolling. Along the way, we share a fun story that spirals into the kind of back-and-forth chaos only good friends and good pipes can create. Then we shift into a deeper discussion exploring the history of tobacco cultivation in Canada, from the rise of Ontario tobacco country to the cultural and economic impact Canadian-grown leaf has had over the years. To close out the night, we pack our pipes with The Country Squire’s Old Fashioned and give our full impressions on this bourbon-inspired blend while winding down with a final smoke.

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