For the month of December, The Mango Times podcast is taking a breather while I gear up for Season 6. In the meantime, I’m sharing weekly Mango Bites — small, meaningful moments pulled from the early days of the show.
So… what if the draw isn’t the nicotine, but the quiet?
In this focused Mango Bite, I revisit pipe smoking as a deliberate ritual, not a race to the bottom of a pack. Instead of inhaling deep and dosing often, I talk about keeping the smoke in the mouth, savoring the flavor, and using the ember as a metronome for reflection.
More importantly, I open up about the real “pull”: the calm that comes from packing a bowl, tending the light, and letting thoughts settle. You’ll hear the arc from image to acceptance — early curiosity, parenting realities, then a steady rhythm my family understands — along with a few nostalgic nods to classic “cool smoke” ads that once promised comfort in a storm.
If you’ve ever wondered why some people pair a pipe with a book, a porch conversation, or a quiet morning, this episode offers a brief window into that world of unhurried attention. And if the idea of a mindful ritual resonates, I hope you’ll leave with practical insight on creating space, setting a pace, and choosing tools that help you be present on purpose.
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Guest Information
No guests on this episode.
Resources and Links
Season 3, Episode 17: Pipe Smoking: Contemplation in Smoke
Music used in this episode:
All music in this episode is licensed for use through Epidemic Sound.
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