The Burning Questions Podcast

Recorded in "The American Room" at El Reloj in Ybor City, Florida, this conversation with Drew Newman features all that you've come to expect from The Burning Questions Podcast:Smokes - hear about the wonderful cigars produced by the J.C. Newman Cigar Co. Stories - learn about Drew's first cigar smoking experience!Substance - ponder what it's like to have no distinction between one's work/home lives, and reflect on how the cigar industry presents "family" as a shared commitment between manufacturers, retailers, and consumers alike. All this on more on this episode of The Burning Questions Podcast! 

On January 25, 2024, Ben Ingram joined The Ellijay Cigar Lounge for "Burn One with Ben (Again!)". This episode of The Burning Questions Podcast presents the audio from that conversation. Hear Ben and Davis talk about smoking family heirlooms, Ben's favorite stories about the various Braves broadcasters, the importance of fellowship for life and living, and so much more. Subscribe today at https://www.burningquestionspodcast.com/. 

Josh Hedger is a licensed professional counselor who, alongside his wife, owns and operates a clinically-informed counseling practice (https://www.hedgercounseling.co/). He is also an avid cigar smoker. In this episode of The Burning Questions Podcast, Josh and Davis discuss things such as:·      How Josh got into cigar smoking (as well as his current favorites)·      What is a working definition of “hurry?” (And how do cigars help fight against it?)·      The current state of mental health in a post-COVID-19 world·      The difference between mental “toughness” vs. mental “resiliency” ·      Tips for those who aren’t presently mentally healthy (as well as guidance for friends and family members who wish to care for them well) Josh also takes time to answer questions submitted by our listeners. To submit a question of your own – as well as ideas for future episodes – email hello@burningquestionspodcast.com. 

Although Barry Bradley didn't start smoking cigars until well after age 40, he's made up for lost time. In the years between his first cigar and his 70th birthday, Barry has worked as a tobacconist, smoked with Super Bowl champions, and made some incredible friends along the way. Hear him talk about his biggest cigar shop "pet peeves," his inside-scoop on Ray Lewis' favorite cigar, and his current ministry through a global movement known as "Holy Smokes." It's all happening on this episode of The Burning Questions Podcast! 

In Part 2 of "Smokes with Servicemen," Davis continues his conversation with Damon Gabriel and Brandon Knox. These men each share their perspectives on how military service changed their views of themselves, their country, and the world as a whole. They also give pointers on helpful and unhelpful ways to show care and gratitude to veterans. Plus - no episode of The Burning Questions Podcast is complete without good-natured cigar shop ribbing, and this one is no different! Enjoy "Smokes with Servicemen, Part 2" on The Burning Questions Podcast. (Check out https://22zero.org/ for more information on caring for at-risk veterans). 

This episode of The Burning Questions Podcast is the first of a two-part conversation which was originally recorded at The Ellijay Cigar Lounge on the evening of Sept. 11, 2023. Two men - Damon Gabriel (a Purple Heart-awarded Marine Corps Veteran) and Brandon Knox (a Lt. Col. serving the US Army at the Pentagon) share their remembrances from September 11, 2001, and how the events of that day influenced their decisions to serve in the United States Armed Forces. They also share their perspectives on what lessons modern-day Americans ought to heed in present-day. Plus, all of the cigar lounge banter and stories you've come to expect from The Burning Questions Podcast!(Tune in during the month of October for Part 2 of "Smokes with Servicemen.")

Episode 2 of The Burning Questions Podcast features Al Gomez, Founder of Reformed Cigars.Al shares his story of growing up in Nicaragua's tobacco-growing regions, moving to the United States, starting Reformed Cigars, and more. He also shares the vision behind Reformed Cigars: re-investing 100% of the company's profits into educating children, meeting physical needs, and planting healthy churches in Nicaragua and beyond. It's a conversation chock-full of of smokes, stories, and substance - everything you'd expect from The Burning Questions Podcast!Learn more about Al/Reformed Cigars by visiting this website, or by checking out this Facebook page. 

Ben Ingram, Radio Voice of the Atlanta Braves, joins The Burning Questions Podcast to share his philosophy of broadcasting, how he prepares for radio broadcasts, his favorite cities to visit on Braves road trips, and more. Plus, hear how a providential rain delay was instrumental in securing Ben's future in the Braves Organization. Do you have a question you'd like answered on a future episode of The Burning Questions Podcast? If so, please reach out to us at hello@burningquestionspodcast.com. 

IS THIS HAPPENING? IT IS!!! Ben Ingram, the GA Sportscaster of the Year and the Radio Voice of the Atlanta Braves, joins Davis Lacey in The Ellijay Cigar Lounge for the debut episode of The Burning Questions Podcast. Ben talks about his favorite cigar lounges around the nation, how he got into calling baseball games on the radio, some of his most memorable calls throughout the years, why he has Colossians 3:14-17 included in his Twitter bio, and so much more! Do you have a burning question you'd like to ask, or even an idea for a future episode topic/guest? Email us at hello@burningquestionspodcast.com. 

Introducing The Burning Questions Podcast, a new podcast hosted by The Ellijay Cigar Lounge in Ellijay, GA! Featuring conversations about smokes, stories, and substance, The Burning Questions Podcast brings the banter of our cigar lounge directly to your ears - wherever you may be listening. Subscribe today. Learn more at burningquestionspodcast.com. And email your ideas for future guests/episode topics to hello@burningquestionspodcast.com!