The Pipes Magazine Radio Show Episode 365
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Kevin Godbee - Sep 10, 2019
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Thank you for joining us for The Pipes Magazine Radio Show—the only radio talk show for pipe smokers and collectors. We broadcast weekly, every Tuesday at 8 pm eastern USA time and are available on nearly all podcast sites and apps. Listen on your computer, tablet, phone and even in the car! Our featured interview tonight will be our 2nd extended version of “Ask the Pipe Maker” with Jeff Gracik, of J. Alan Pipes. Jeff is a well-known, expert, artisan pipe maker. He has been making pipes for over 15-years. He can make any of the classic shapes, but concentrates more on the freehand Danish style pipes. In “Pipe Parts” we will have a trip report from Brian on his overseas travels. Sit back, relax with your pipe, and enjoy The Pipes Magazine Radio Show!
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Written by Kevin Godbee
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I just can’t believe Rich Esserman smokes those huge pipes but I’ve seen him so I guess I’ll have to believe it.
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