Holy Smokes Club Podcast

Kay Hiramine chats with Steve Reiter. Welcome to Holy Smokes, the podcast where we explore the intersections of faith, friendship, fine tobacco, and drinks. In this episode, we are thrilled to have a candid and inspiring conversation with Kay Hiramine, the founder of Holy Smokes, as he joins host Steve Reiter for a rapid-fire discussion. Broadcasting from Papa P's Smoke Shop and Lounge in Franklin...

Kay Hiramine chats with Steve Reiter. Welcome back to another episode of Holy Smokes! Welcome to the Holy Smokes Club podcast, where cigars, spirituality, and community converge. In this episode, we sit down with the founder of Holy Smokes, Kay Hiramine, alongside hosts Steve Reiter and Steve Reiter, for an engaging update from the Nashville-Franklin area. Kay highlights the exciting influx of dyn...

In this episode of the Holy Smokes podcast, host Steve Reiter sits down with Uli Reyes, who shares his life story of faith and transformation. Born to Venezuelan and Cuban parents, Uli's journey spans from being a gang member and circus performer to discovering a deep spiritual connection through Christianity. He discusses his mission work in Nicaragua, where he founded a beauty school to help you...

Welcome to the Holy Smokes podcast, where we explore the realms of faith, friendship, fine tobacco, and drink. Joining us today is RJ Moeller. In this episode, RJ shares his journey from growing up as a pastor's kid in the suburbs of Chicago to becoming a force in the entertainment industry. We discuss RJ's passion for storytelling through journalism and film, his experiences working with personal...

Paul Cardall chats with Steve Reiter. Welcome to another episode of the Holy Smokes podcast, where we delve into the rich intersections of faith, friendship, fine tobacco, and drink. Join us for an inspiring episode of Holy Smokes as we sit down with pianist and composer Paul Cardall. Growing up in a Mormon family in Salt Lake City, Paul shares his journey through faith, music, and overcoming cong...

Loren Johnson chats with Steve Reiter. Welcome to another episode of the Holy Smokes podcast, where we delve into the rich intersections of faith, friendship, fine tobacco, and drink. Today, join our host, Steve Reiter, as he heads to Franklin, Tennessee, and takes us inside MRSV Studio for an intriguing conversations with Loren Johnson, the CEO who has traveled a unique life journey from growing...

Ken Coleman chats with Steve Reiter. Welcome to another episode of the Holy Smokes podcast, where we explore the intersection of faith, friendship, fine tobacco, and drink. In this episode, host Steve Reiter sits down with Ken Coleman at Papa P's in Franklin, Tennessee, surrounded by a lively group of the Holy Smokes community. Ken shares insights into his life journey, from growing up as a pastor...

Tim Bisagno chats with Steve Reiter. Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Holy Smokes podcast. In this week's installment, host Steve Reiter sits down with Tim Bisagno, a passionate advocate for creative evangelism and founder of MissionX Mission. Tim shares his fascinating journey of growing up as a pastor's kid in a burgeoning church environment and the struggles he faced, including his b...

Scott Partridge chats with Steve Reiter. Welcome back to another episode of Holy Smokes! In this episode, our host, Steve Reiter, sits down with Scott Partridge, the owner of Papa P's Smoke Shop and Lounge in Franklin, Tennessee. Scott shares his incredible journey from a rural upbringing in Upstate New York to the heart of the music industry in Nashville and eventually to owning a beloved cigar l...

Welcome to another episode of Holy Smokes. Today, we are pleased to feature a talk by the founder of Holy Smokes, Kay Hiramine, also known as the "Godfather" or "Pope of the Smoke." This episode captures a recent Holy Smokes gathering organized by local lead Chris Ford in the San Francisco Bay Area. Kay shares how Holy Smokes began as a simple gathering of friends in Colorado Springs, enjoying fin...

On this episode of the Holy Smokes podcast, host Steve Reiter sits down with Max Hatfield at his home, in Colorado. Max shares his unique life story, from his early years in Bakersfield, California, to his extensive work as a missionary. He talks about his journey into the world of cigars, how he became a Christian during the Jesus Revolution, and his missionary efforts in the Soviet Union and Tur...

In this episode of "Holy Smokes," host Steve Reiter interviews Jim Lavelle, delving into his diverse career journey from the mortgage industry through financial services to tech and finally establishing a pizzeria in Colorado Springs recognized among the top Neapolitan spots in the U.S. Jim opens up about overcoming significant financial hurdles during the 2008 crisis, the influential books that g...

In this episode of Holy Smokes, host Steve Reiter talks with guest Harley Tessman, exploring Tessman's transformative journey through military service, mental health battles, and his current life on the road. Tessman shares his profound spiritual experiences and faith struggles during his deployments, punctuated by near-death encounters and the warmth of familial support, particularly from his wif...

Host Steve engage in a conversation with guest Devin Christensen, exploring his journey from farm life to a vibrant spiritual path. Devin recalls his introduction to cigars and his appreciation for the Holy Smokes community, his spiritual transformation through deliverance and repentance, and the significant impact of dreams and divine guidance on his life choices, including giving away all posses...

Matt Heard chats with Steve Reiter. Welcome back to Holy Smokes, the podcast where we discuss faith, friendship, fine tobacco, and drink. I'm your host, Steve Reiter, and in this episode, we have a special guest joining us, Matt Heard. Matt emphasizes the importance of engaging in biblical community and shares personal stories highlighting communion's power. We'll hear about his grandson's birth,...

Mikes Mears chats with Steve Reiter, a long-awaited guest on the show for three years. Mike, who has quite the journey from a political campaign to faith engagement at the Republican National Committee. Mike is smoking a nica rustica cigar, and despite not being a cigar aficionado, he brings a wealth of experience and intriguing stories to share. From growing up in a faith-filled Roman Catholic ho...

Bradley Chaddick chats with Steve Reiter. He opens up about navigating grief and supporting his wife through their journey, finding purpose and involvement in the church after a tragic loss, and the positive transformation they've experienced. Tune in to hear about Bradley's journey to finding authentic community and fellowship, including his involvement with Holy Smokes. Steve and Bradley also ta...

Welcome to the Holy Smokes podcast. In this emotional episode of Holy Smokes, our host, Steve Reiter, sits down with guest Mark Bendorf for a profound and heartfelt conversation. Mark shares his experiences with cigars, his love for family, and his challenges. From growing up near Camp Randall in Madison, Wisconsin, to serving in the Marine Corps and losing his son, the conversation delves into mo...

Welcome to Holy Smokes, the podcast where faith, friendship, tobacco, and drinks come together in meaningful and thought-provoking conversations. In this episode, our host, Steve Reiter, sits down with the inspiring Dave Bechtold and the engaging Mark Bendorf. Together, they delve into a wide range of topics, from childhood memories and personal growth to faith, community engagement, and the uniqu...

Welcome to Holy Smokes, where we delve into the compelling stories of faith, community, and personal growth. In this episode, we feature Dave Bechtold and Mark Bendorf, who share their experiences in Madison, Wisconsin, organizing events such as Holy Grounds and "Burgers and the Bible" with a mission to spread joy, hospitality, and the message of Jesus. They reflect on the impact of their work, fr...

Welcome to a sizzling new episode of Holy Smokes! In this electrifying installment, we're joined by the illustrious Tobin Arthur, who regales us with riveting tales from his high school baseball triumphs to his dynamic career in business and healthcare. Grab your favorite Crossfire cigar and a piping hot cup of coffee as we delve into Tobin's journey from USC to co-founding Innovation for Alpha, b...

Welcome to another exciting episode of Holy Smokes with Steve Reiter and Mitch Smith! Mitch shares his journey from resigning from his job to starting his own business and finding success in the learning management platform industry. He discusses his experiences, including meeting influential individuals, building strong client relationships, and the impact of faith in his life. Mitch also dives i...

Welcome to Holy Smokes, a gathering place where faith, friendship, excellent tobacco, and good drink collide to spark meaningful conversations. Caleb Allen, a preacher from Denison, Kansas, joins host Steve Reiter on this episode. They delve deeply into Caleb's personal path, from being a conscientious youngster to his atypical career goals and spiritual change, culminating in his impactful commun...

Welcome to another episode of Holy Smokes. In this episode, our host, Steve Reiter, sits down with a very special guest, Steve Van Diest. Steve opens up about his journey from ministry to joining a missional order called Project Revive. He shares the challenges he faced when 60% of his donors left him after making the shift. He tells us how he infused kingdom principles into the mattress retail in...

Welcome back to another episode of Holy Smokes! In today's episode, a very special guest is joining us - the incredible Jimmy Graham. Jimmy opens up about his admiration for George Washington's leadership, thoughts on Jordan Peterson's impact, and the importance of setting boundaries for his children. He shares his vision of creating a safe space that empowers both men and women and discusses his...