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Come hang out and listen to Evan talk about his weekly experiences as well as past, present and future business endeavors
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This week’s episode is a glass-heavy one. Evan talks new prototype ideas, the history behind the 3:2 Halo build, and shows off a huge Crunk collab, uranium glass, and recycling cavalier. He also shares thoughts on the new Puffco Proxy core and why variety in glass and vaporizing styles really matters.
Evan catches up on the past couple of weeks, including a visit from the Puffco crew at the shop and some exciting updates on the horizon. With a little terp appreciation in the mix, he shows off some standout BMS pieces running on the Puffco Link and reflects on the journey of Bear Mountain Studios, sharing plenty of love for the supporters who’ve helped make it all possible.From there it’s classic WUE energy—stoney tangents, thoughts on the freedom of making the glass he wants versus the limitations of import production, and a few updates on what’s ahead for BMS this year.
Evan kicks off this episode by showing off an exciting new release from Puffco and diving into what this new tech could mean for the glass community. He shares what he appreciates about the design and innovation, and how it fits into the evolving relationship between glass and tech.From there, it’s some Green Dot Otorro appreciation and a thoughtful look at how glass color trends have shifted over time—why certain colors hit hard in different eras and what that says about the scene. Evan also talks plans for the July BMS Patreon sesh before wrapping things up with updates and what’s coming next for Bear Mountain Studios in the weeks ahead.
Evan checks in with updates from the past few weeks, including the Bear Mountain Studios Instagram situation and staying optimistic while things get sorted. He shares Puffco Pivot tips and tricks using BMS tops, shows off some fresh new glass, and dives into the Octopus Chad Wook collaboration. The episode wraps up with plans for an upcoming East Coast sesh and drop, plus final updates as BMS gears up for the next round of releases.
This episode is all about quartz. Evan is joined by Evan of @ech_glassworks, the mind behind BMS quartz, for an in-depth conversation on heating techniques, temperature reading, cleaning and maintenance, and nail build comparisons including slim, HSA, and bucket styles. They also talk future BMS quartz ideas, share real shop insight, and mix in function talk and stoney rants from two seasoned glassblowers.
Evan kicks off the episode by showing off fresh glass and new BMS quartz, including the encalmo Juggernaut RBR and a look at the quartz nail cleaning “water feature.” From there, he dives into fire stories and shop talk—covering alcohol fires, iso vs. acetone for cleaning glass and quartz, and best practices for keeping everything dialed. The episode shifts into end-of-year mode as Evan talks through wrapping up the final drop of 2025, early plans and events for 2026, and some behind-the-scenes moments—including dressing as Santa to hit the 10-foot bong Christmas tree. He also breaks down heating and cooling techniques for quartz nails before closing with another look at the insane colors and work in the encalmo Juggernaut RBR, plus goals and updates for the last stretch of the year.
Evan starts things off with a recap of the recent Patreon event and presale, sharing plenty of appreciation for everyone who showed up and supported. From there he jumps into some killer glass and BMS quartz, including new RBR variants, an HJR, and a hilarious little brain-rot meme dry piece.Once the smoke starts flowing, so do the stoney rants—beer hash, traditional quartz vs. electric setups, and some shenanigans involving way too many Blazers. He closes things out with all the latest BMS updates, future plans, and what’s coming up for the next round of drops.
Evan gears up for the upcoming Patreon event, sharing plans, hopes for strengthening the BMS community, and why these smaller hangouts mean so much. He dives into the latest advancements in BMS quartz, breaking down comparisons between 5mm and 10mm pieces, and takes a few classic stoney detours — including thoughts on the i3 Atlas, quartz preferences, and getting ready to take family up to Pikes Peak. The episode wraps with a juicy function shot of the double-nail setup on the Water Cavalier.
Evan dives into a full Puffcon recap—sharing stories from the crew’s California adventure, from meeting Eric Andre to exploring wine country on Catalina Island. He wraps things up with updates on upcoming drops and details about the next Patreon sesh.
Evan kicks things off with updates from the past couple weeks and plenty of excitement as Puffcon gets closer. He shares huge appreciation for the BMS team before diving into some new Proxy pieces and the Gauntlet lineup made for Puffcon—complete with a full-on function showcase. In between, expect plenty of stoney rants and reflections, and to close things out, Evan rounds up the latest on upcoming drops, events, and all things BMS.
Evan starts off by catching up on the week and sharing his excitement about heading to Puffcon with the team. You’ll get a look at the Proxy Crown in action before diving into the brand new pump station build with a full function walkthrough and color breakdown.Evan also breaks out the Pivot for a hit on the new Mini DD Halo RBR and shares updates on the upcoming Patreon event, the annual Big Clear presale drop, and what’s next for Bear Mountain!
In this episode, Evan sits down with Patrick, one of the most important members of Bear Mountain Studios. Patrick shares how he got his start in glass and what his day-to-day looks like at the shop. A fun and laid-back conversation you won’t want to miss.
Evan kicks things off with a catch-up since the last episode, including his guest spot on the Matt Robertson podcast. He shares new quartz and glass pieces, plus exciting BMS updates—lasers, new ideas, and even hash carnival games planned for Puffcon. Evan also showcases the MF DOOM-inspired RBR before diving into some classic stoney tangents to wrap things up.
Evan kicks things off by catching up after the last couple of weeks and sharing his experience at the 7/10 Puffco event, including some love and appreciation for the community. He shows off a brand new prototype Pivot Top with a show-stopping function demo, and breaks down his go-to setups and settings for the Pivot. You’ll also get a look at the Puffco Peak x Proxy x Pivot piece that was a hit at the event. Evan wraps up the episode with plans for Puffcon, upcoming drops, and what’s next for BMS.
Evan rolls into this week’s episode with some fresh glass and function to show off, highlighting new adjustments to the BMS Puffco attachments as he and the team continue to refine and learn. He shares thoughts on where the community might be headed in the next few years and the positive changes he hopes to see. Then it’s on to build talk—diving into the dry Encalmo Halo and Signature Series Cavalier, their inspirations, and what makes them special. As the episode wraps, Evan catches everyone up on upcoming events, drops, and what’s next for BMS.
Evan starts this week’s episode by showing off some fresh pieces and the very first in-house made quartz nails from BMS. He dives into the studio’s quartz journey so far and shares his reflections on glass culture—especially the “big boom” years of 2011–2015. Evan also talks about his goal of creating the perfect in-house nail to match every piece, and how the team is working together to make that vision a reality. He wraps up with updates on upcoming drops, new plans, and what’s ahead for BMS.
Evan kicks off this episode with a few updates and appreciation for all the support on the recent drop. He shares a look at some new pieces and dives into exciting progress on working with quartz—paving the way for BMS to manufacture its own quartz products in the future. From performance and recyclers to import glass and artistic value, it’s a thoughtful ride through Evan’s current glass philosophy. He wraps things up with a look ahead at upcoming projects and event ideas in the works.
This week, Evan opens the episode with a little terp appreciation before diving into a breakdown of the 3:2 Halo RBR and the DD Halo RBR. From there, it’s all about the BMS Puffco attachments—showcasing each one and talking through the function, design, and differences. He closes things out with a few updates on upcoming drops, plans, and what’s next for the studio.
Evan opens this week’s episode with a catch-up from the last few weeks—talking about the 30-footer bong, some wild new ideas, and the fam’s recent trip to Florida. From reflective rants and stoney side stories to hash talk and unexpected tangents (including a full-on Backstreet Boys moment), it’s classic WUE vibes all the way through. He wraps things up with updates on drops, events, and what’s coming next for BMS.
This week, Evan welcomes a new guest to the show—Jack (@jackthedablad)—for a chill sesh and some great conversation. They dive into fresh ideas for builds, execution details on certain pieces, plans for the 30-footer, and a bit of background on Jack himself. Plus, plenty of good vibes, glass talk, and hash musings along the way.
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