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Baby That's Cont!Oprah’s Favorite Things! Kip and Joseph EditionThis week on Baby That’s Cont, it’s our favorite things! We discuss how it’s early days for an opinion on Vancouver and it’s similarities to Seattle, the difference between a 5 and 8 minute walk, if Kip is loud, Wendy Williams not caring about Kip, General Guiding Gifting Principles, The Chateau Marmont Candle, gifts for Straight Guys you Don’t Really Know, Last Minute Gifts, Gift Cards and That’s It!!You can find our video episodes on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@BabyThatsCont2024-12-1754 minBaby That's Cont!I fell down, boom boom boomKip and Joseph discuss: how going abroad can solve all your problems, at least for a week, Kip discusses how Miami was a really good combo for him, watching out for alligators, Kip gets kicked off of TWO flights, Kip reviews United Airlines, the concept of how airlines get to do whatever they want, so what is the point of even having a reservation, Performance Review Season, Hasan’s progress pics, receiving a platonic backrub and the Pod Save America guys, English Pantos and Homo Alone, Joseph sees Wicked a second time, the concept of spending hard on areas yo...2024-12-0348 minBaby That's Cont!Hot Frosty was NOT hotHappy Thanksgiving! This week Joseph tries to convince Kip that Nature Valley bars with almond butter are the next big thing, but Kip isn’t having it! The duo debates the merits of business dinners and the perils of them dragging on. They touch on John Stamos’s recent headline-grabbing move and discuss the complexities of hair loss and going bald. A hilarious attempt at doctor-patient roleplay ensues but quickly goes off the rails. Thanksgiving traditions get a spotlight as they discuss Friendsgiving mishaps, David Archuleta’s interesting “Friendsgiving,” and their favorite holiday foods. Kip and Joseph reflect on being nice...2024-11-2649 min
Up Your Game with CMO CoachesKip Knight: Up Your Game in Leading Your TeamKip is the founder of CMO Coaches, the only coaching network consisting of former CMOs who are now certified executive coaches. Kip has worked in 60 countries, managing diverse teams of all sizes. He began his career at P&G in brand management and has held numerous senior executive roles at PepsiCo, YUM Brands, and eBay. He has also served as CMO at Taco Bell and president of H&R Block. Kip is the co-author of Crafting Persuasion: A Leader’s Handbook to Change Minds and Influence Behavior and the author of Learn to Leap: How Leaders Turn Risk into Oppor...2024-09-1625 min
Alpha & Omega: Mehr als du glaubst#142 25 Jahre Alpha & Omega – Engagiert für Gott und die Welt
In dieser Folge sprechen wir über die letzten 25 Jahre "Alpha & Omega".
Die kirchliche Talkshow "Alpha & Omega" feiert Jubiläum: Seit 25 Jahren gibt es das Talk-Format, dessen erste Ausgabe am 18. April 1999 ausgestrahlt wurde. Sie wird im wöchentlichen Wechsel von der katholischen Redaktion KiP-TV in Stuttgart und der Videoredaktion der Evangelisches Medienhaus GmbH Stuttgart verantwortet.
Die Jubiläumssendung von "Alpha & Omega – Kirche im Gespräch" gestalten die beiden Redaktionen gemeinsam ökumenisch. Unter dem Motto "25 Jahre Alpha & Omega – Engagiert für Gott und die Welt" sprechen Moderatorin Juliane Eberwein und Moderator Christian Turrey mit ihren Jubiläums-Gästen Philipp...2024-06-1426 min
Your Cyber Path: How to Get Your Dream Cybersecurity JobEP 93: CyberWIDE Panel - LevelUp - InfoSec Certifications Souphttps://www.yourcyberpath.com/93/
In this special episode, we are going to share with you a live webinar hosted by the North Texas Information Systems Security Association. They invited our own Jason Dion and Kip Boyle for the CyberWIDE Panel’s InfoSec Certification Soup to discuss careers, hiring, resumes, and of course, certifications.
We begin the episode with a brief discussion of how Jason and Kip got into the world of cybersecurity, moving over to some valuable information about how you should go about starting your cyber career and how to know which career is fi...2023-03-311h 27
The Truth In This Art: Stories That MatterArtistry and Identity: Kip Omolade's Creative Journey Through Harlem and BeyondWelcome, listeners, to 'The Truth in This Art' podcast, guided by the insightful Rob Lee. Today our special guest is Kip Omolade, a celebrated mixed media artist renowned for his futuristic portraits inspired by his Nigerian heritage, is the featured guest on this episode of The Truth In This Art. Rob Lee interviews Kip as they delve into his career trajectory, artistic inspirations, and more. Born in Harlem, NY, Kip began as a graffiti artist, interned at Marvel Comics, and pursued studies at The Art Students League of New York and the School of Visual Arts. His diverse body...2023-02-1342 min
KipTalk PodcastKipTalk Podcast Ft KIP RoccKip Rocc comes thru to talk about his new EP "As I Proceed", growing up in U City, Wolf Pack, joining KIP, upcoming shows and more2022-05-0236 min
Alpha & Omega: Mehr als du glaubst#6 Humor - als Clown und Theologe unterwegs
In dieser Episode ist Ludger Hoffkamp beim Talk mit Moderator Christian Turrey zu Gast, der die frohe Botschaft vom Evangelium mit seinem zweiten Ich verkündet, nämlich als „Clown Kampino“. Hoffkamp ist studierter Theologe, arbeitet als katholischer Pastoralreferent im Kreis Ludwigsburg und ist seit 20 Jahren auch unterwegs als Clown Kampino und Humorcoach. Als Clown besucht er Altenheime und Kindergärten, spielt während der Corona-Pandemie auf der Straße für Geburtstagskinder und ist als „MissioNarr“ unterwegs im Namen des Herrn, um mehr Humor ins katholische Leben zu bringen.
Weiterführende Links:
www.clownkampino.de
Alpha & Omega...2021-10-0827 min
Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleBeing a Woman in BJJKip and guest host Dana discuss being a woman in BJJ, including why she started in the sport, what she struggled with during her white belt days, getting her blue belt, and why she keeps coming despite being a blue belt. Doesn't she know you quit after getting the blue belt?
Thanks to our sponsor, Top Mount Apparel, and all of our patreons for your continue support. 2021-09-301h 07
Alpha & Omega: Mehr als du glaubst#5 Das Geheimnis der Kneipp-Methode
Diese Episode dreht sich um den katholischen Priester, der sich nicht nur um die Seele der Menschen gekümmert hat, sondern auch um ihren Leib: Pfarrer Sebastian Kneipp, der vor 200 Jahren am 17. Mai 1821 geboren wurde. Sein Gesundheitskonzept ist eine Naturheilmethode, die seit 2015 sogar zum immateriellen Kulturerbe der UNESCO gehört. Was das Geheimnis dieser Kneipp-Methode ist, beantwortet Dr. Hans-Georg Eisenlauer, Vizepräsident des Deutschen Kneipp-Bundes und Orthopäde in Aulendorf in Oberschwaben, im Talk mit Moderator Christian Turrey.
Weiterführende Links:
www.kneipp2021.de
www.kneippbund.de
Alpha & Omega ist eine 30-minütige Talksendung über gesells...2021-09-2428 min
The One Star Podcast Without Scott And Jeff (TOSPWSAJ)40,010. Ivermectin, American Girl Store, Bad Hotels, and Deja VuKip and Doug are back with another One Star offering!! Doug reads the reviews he should've read before staying at a Red Roof Inn outside Sacramento. Kip regales the listeners with the tale of his weekly trip to the American Girl Store. Kip loves dolls! Then our strip club correspondent Kevin reviews Deja Vu in Vegas. Plus Ivermectin! If you push play on this podcast right when the Paramount logo begins it lines up perfectly with The Hunt for Red October.
2021-09-2153 minGrappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleIt's Just a BeltThe GD's are back in town! The Dad's discuss the idea that there are no true belt ranking systems that are universal across the sport of Jiu-Jitsu. A blue belt at your school may be equivalent to a purple belt at another school. Black Lion recently had a bunch of white belts test for blue belt, and it may be shocking to some that they're not all the same level! Same for Kroyler's two new black belts (congratulations by the way). It's just like anything else in life: some people are better at things than others.
Paul d...2021-09-021h 17Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyle“Average” Blue Belts Can Be Important MentorsPaul and Producer Austin discuss the idea that your "average" blue belt can be just as big, if not a bigger mentor than a brown or black belt. Paul shares the story of some of the blue belts that helped him find his way through the white belt days. For Producer Austin, it was Paul and Kip! The proof is in the pudding that blue belts can be the closest resource towards improving your Jiu-Jitsu without hindering your progress.
They also discuss some BJJ Everything questions including what to do about acne developing after training, and how...2021-07-291h 17Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleDo You Need to Compete to Be a Blackbelt?Kip and Paul both have said they will not compete in Jiu-Jitsu tournaments, so they discuss the idea of reaching black belt without ever competing. There's a famous coach you may have heard of who has never competed, yet has produced some of the best grapplers in history: John Danaher. Do you NEED to compete to reach blackbelt? Are you already competing when you practice? Does competition help simulate the adrenaline dump when self-defense comes into play. There's a lot to unpack here.
Plus a slew of questions from BJJ Everything and Reddit that help us discuss...2021-07-011h 06Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleIs BJJ the Best Martial Art Against Bullying?Kip and Paul in the same room on the same episode! What month are we in again? The GD's are back and better than ever! They discuss BJJ and how it can be used to combat bullying. Sometimes, it's just the other person knowing you do martial arts that can lead them to backing down. Other times, it may have to get physical. The fact remains, this can be a good way for kids to battle bully's one way or another.
We had a few viewer emails we neglected for months, so we got to those, and a...2021-04-291h 09Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleThe Culture Within the CultureKip is out on vacation... and Paul is back. If there weren't a ton of episodes with them both on camera, we'd swear you never see them in the same place at the same time. Maybe one of them is Batman?
We had Ben, a purple belt at Black Lion, fill in this week to talk about his experience in Jiu-Jitsu, how the gym has changed since he started, and why he keeps coming after years and years of wear and tear on his body.
A couple of people on BJJ Everything mentioned how much...2021-04-081h 28Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleWomen in BJJKip invited his wife, Jenn, on the podcast to talk about being a woman in the BJJ community. Yes, it was a terrible idea. However, that aside, they covered some quality topics like rolling with men, how to protect yourself on the mats as a woman, how to keep all your body parts in place (yes, they discussed boobs), and some advice for women who are looking to train. While it can be intimidating, there are many benefits to joining a gym.
We also got some insight into Kip and Jenn's first date... somehow, Jenn stuck with h...2021-03-251h 38Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleWhy Some People Are Better at Competing Than OthersCorrespondent Larry joins Kip to discuss a BJJEE article regarding competition, and why some practitioners do better than others. There are a lot of different factors including your gym, your drive and motivation, how you roll, your partners, who you're competing against, the rules... you get the point. There is a lot! Larry shares his experience in competition, including going to suplex city against a man reminiscent of the Mountain from Game of Thrones, and Kip explains why he has no desire to EVER compete.
Kip and Larry also run down some BJJ Everything and Reddit questions, s...2021-03-181h 27Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleAvoiding Bad Habits in Jiu-JitsuKip and Producer Austin, filling in for Paul, discuss an article detailing the five bad habits you should avoid while training in Jiu-Jitsu. These are simple, yet notorious things that every practitioner is guilty of doing. Training on only one side? Yeah, us too, don't worry. Kip even added a sixth bad habit! Looking at you white belts...
They also run through some questions from BJJ Everything, the gift that keeps giving from Facebook. What to tell a 15-year-old beginning in Jiu-Jitsu, how to keep those stank feet from turning off your teammates, and what to do...2021-03-111h 13Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleStrength for BJJThe boys talk about (argue about) the need for strength training for BJJ.
Basically, this show was simply done to make Kip mad because he lost a bet and hates the idea of clangin and bangin.
Long and short of it is Paul thinks working out is good in the fact that it helps you build resistance to injury and bad if you’re a beginner and think you need it to be good in Jiu Jitsu. Kip just hates everything to do with weights and strength. 2021-02-041h 10Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleCommon BJJ questions answeredThe boys (Paulie and Austin this time) go over some questions from the BJJ community from the Facebook page BJJ Everything.
This page turned out to be a treasure trove of fun and interesting questions from mostly newer Jiu-Jitsu practitioners.
The questions varied from awkward situations about the stinky person to awkward situations when someone lost their cool in class and got kicked out for a time.
And it wouldn’t be complete without the “how do I handle these injuries” questions. This is Paulie’s specialty of course.
It was a bit of a d...2021-01-211h 09Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleWhy we do Jiu JitsuThe boys talk about the many reasons we do Jiu Jitsu. By we I mean all of us. This martial art/sport brings so many people together for one common goal....a bigger purpose if you will...to help each other reach their goals no matter what they might be. Kip had the idea of asking our GD family why they train and the answers where both diverse and similar at the same time. Paul Elliot made the point that the reason we join isn...2020-02-271h 07Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleMy Jiu Jitsu is never good enoughThe boys have an argument over what to title the show. Paul wanted to call it The hedonic treadmill of Jiu Jitsu but kip insisted nobody would know what that meant. After talking to too many people Paul realized maybe calling it something else would be prudent. The hedonic treadmill basically states that we tend to revert back to our set point level of happiness no matter the outside influences of our lives. What this means to us in BJJ is that no matter what we’ve accomplished, our happ...2019-10-171h 21Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleComing back after a lay-offThe boys talk about what you might possibly expect when you come back from a long lay-off from Jiu Jitsu. This was based off a Jiu Jitsu Times article that they of course crapped all over, but nonetheless agreed with some parts. Since Paulie came back many times from many lay-offs, for many reasons...he has some insight on what it’s like to get back on the mat. Kip is just about to come back after a long lay-off and shares his anxieties and apprehension about getting back to i...2019-09-051h 16Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleAnxiety in BJJThe boys talk about the difference facets of anxiety in the BJJ world. They both suffer from anxiety in different ways and know people personally that suffer a great deal more than they do. With so many questions coming in about how to deal with it they decided to just do their best at how best to deal with anxiety, even tho they’re not experts...clearlyWhether you’re just starting out or just coming back, getting started is intimidating. Dealing with people at all can be overwhelming and f...2019-08-291h 13Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleEpisode #107 "Why self defense in BJJ isn’t BS"During last weeks show we had a question about throwing punches at a person that’s getting his next rank. Kipperdoodles made it clear that he thought this was a dumb idea and he doesn’t do Jiu Jitsu to get punched in the face. He doesn’t even do it for self defense. So why would I need to have people beating on me in order to get promoted?This caused the ire of many in our GD family. The hate a vitriolic comments we received was nothing short of epic. Kip I think...2019-07-041h 20Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleEpisode #94 "What is simple BJJ?"What is simple BJJ?The boys had “special“ guest, Paul Elliot, on today’s show to talk about his philosophy and website about simple BJJ simplebjj.com This would have been on lasts weeks show, but Kip decided to make Paul wait another week before we released it to more properly introduced Paul to our listeners and give them a small taste of what’s to come... or more likely just to annoy him. Either way, here it is. Paul talks about the importance of fundame...2019-04-031h 56Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleEpisode #91 "Takedowns vs Guard Pulling"This week the boys decided to delve into the subject of pulling guard vs doing a takedown. Apparently a real sore spot for Kip is when people mock guard pulling, yet do it themselves. On the previous episode Kip threw a kiniption fit over that, which prompted an email, or two, from black belt, Paul Elliot. The email itself was hurtful enough, but he was kind enough to send an article he wrote about the subject for his true thoughts and feelings on guard pulling. It true grappling dads fashion, we murdered the article and disagreed with...2019-03-141h 16Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleEpisode #82 "Preparing for a BJJ competition"Yeah, it’s not their forte, but the boys have enough friends competing and listener emails about Jiu Jitsu competition preparation that they thought it pertinent to ask for a Kroyler Gracie pro tip on the subject. While Kip and Paul never plan on doing any competitions, their kids do, so they have a vested interest in how to prepare to set yourself up for success. As it turns out, you’ll prepare differently depending on what kind of competition it is, how long you’ve been training, and other variables. Many people assume th...2019-01-091h 18Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleEpisode #52 "Keeping your children involved in Jiu-Jitsu Part 1"The boys get the podcast started by talking a bit about what’s going on with their training and Kip’s upcoming blue belt test.
This weeks Kroyler’s Corner was too long for one sitting so the boys had to make it a two parter for the sake of time.
They started out by talking about the type of coaching that happens in the class. The coach should make it fun and entertaining as well as informative and keep that delicate balance long term. Kids need to have something to look forward to in class while learning at the same t...2018-06-141h 27Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleEpisode #51 "Kroyler answers a listener email"This is a special episode where for the first time the boys don’t have a good enough answer to a listener question, so they bring in the show expert to fill in the gaps in knowledge typical of Paul and Kip.
Sarah had a couple of questions. One being about paying for grading (ranks) and the exorbitant cost of academy clothing. Basically Paul and Kipperdoodles agreed that for them at least, this would be a non starter. We would either not rank up or find a different gym. BJJ for us and many people is already a costly added ex...2018-06-071h 22Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleEpisode #50 "The value of private lessons"Hot on the heels of Paul’s private lesson, the boys talk about private lessons and why or even why you shouldn’t take them.
Paul and Kip aren’t ones who do many private lessons due to time and money restraints, nevertheless they have taken them and see the value... so long as they’re done right.
Kroyler wrote his latest pro novel at Paul’s requests about the pros and cons of private lessons as well and who should and shouldn’t take them.
As an additional benefit he throws in how to get the most out of them should...2018-05-311h 33Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleEpisode #47 "Breadth vs Depth in Jiu Jitsu "On the back of a conversation / debate Paul was having with Kroyler Gracie, we got a “pro tip” about the merits of depth of knowledge vs breadth of knowledge in BJJ. Is one is better than the other?
The boys get right into reading Kroyler’s Corner this week and immediately give their heartfelt opinion on why depth must be better than breadth. Paul gives his examples of why he feels this way and Kip, weirdly, agrees with him on this point.
As we read further and further down the essay we keep coming up with counterpoints to Kroyler’s argument...2018-05-101h 37Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleEpisode #45 "Competitors vs Practitioners of BJJ"Paul gets excited about a listener email wanting to learn more about his budgeting tips in a previous episode! Kip stops Paul before he tries to make another BJJ podcast episode about money.
The boys congratulated Morgan on her Pro/Super fight win in Chicago. Is was a great match and super fun to watch. Also, we had a great time with the team while we were there.
We dive into the subject on the difference between being a competitor vs someone who may occasionally compete. The boys fall even further down the scale of people who actively do not...2018-04-261h 34Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleEpisode #42 "Can’t train much? Listen to this!"Paul read an article about whether or not it’s worth it to train if you can only go 1 or 2 times per week.
The boys started out by discussing why Kip’s daughter doesn’t want to join the adults class. It’s a legit reason.
They also give shit to all the people that tell us they are going to start a podcast and don’t while simultaneously getting their homies name wrong who actually followed through. Go Steve!!!
The boys talk about the huge scary looking new dude and how they’re too scared to roll with him.
We’ve heard...2018-04-051h 30Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleEpisode #39 "The value of stripes - Part OneThe boys kick off the show talking about their own thoughtisms on Jiu Jitsu and perhaps why they aren’t getting any better. Maybe due to the fact that we don’t go enough...?
Paul ruined his own wrist and got destroyed by a purple belt. It was a good confidence boost to him.
They talk about Morgan and Adam testing for their purple belt. It was an epically hard test and worth hearing about.
Kip says “anyways” way too many times in a row because he can’t get through a single thought without distracting himself.
A listener, Ben, wants us t...2018-03-151h 32Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleEpisode # 32 "Are women’s self defense classes worth it?"Bullshit martial arts videos are fun and we talk about our appreciation of them.
The boys segway their bullshido talk into questioning why finger locks aren’t a thing as long as wrist locks are.
Kroyler’s Corner happens a bit earlier in this episode where of course we butcher it. He talks about why you should take notes as well as not chase the belt. Kip and Paul suck at note taking.
The boys tangent about watching YouTube videos rather than taking notes. There are both good and bad aspects to this and we just wish we could stay on the...2018-01-251h 42Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleEpisode # 30 :Getting smashed in BJJ....with grace"The boys open the show discussing "can opener" guard passing. For sure don’t do that!
They dive into the fact that their friends and training partners flew out to the Gracie Nationals in California where Morgan won gold in no-gi!
Our other teammates Ben and Ryan competed in Lansing with a lot of support with them from our gym.
Paul tries to help out a couple women at the gym get smashed by others a bit more gracefully. Everyone wants to learn how to do things to others but rarely want to learn how to keep it from being do...2018-01-111h 36Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleEpisode #28 "Açaí and Epic Emailer BJJ question"The boys got new gis from Mike from Tap Tape. They are awesome and we couldn’t be any happier about getting them!!!
Shane’s email was awesome...until Paul realized he was being thrown under the bus and ruined it.
The boys however, delve into the main question in the email about re-starting BJJ in a new gym and how to act accordingly.
Kroyler came up Saturday and gave out some awards. Kip didn’t get one. Paul did and wonders why. He’s always grateful and humbled by it.
While Kroyler was in town he went over how to prope...2017-12-281h 32Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleEpisode #26 "Grappling with bullies"The boys talk about the Keaton Jones bully video and delve into the dark world of bullying and the various kinds of it.
Paul talks about his daughter and her experience with exclusion bullying and how they’re trying to deal with that.
Speaking of bullying, Nick wrote into the show to bust Kip’s balls, and rightfully so. It was quite hilarious and very well written, as per usual.
The boys talk about a couple of fight videos as well as bullshit martial arts. Paul still stands by his decision to compare tai chi push hands to flow rolling desp...2017-12-141h 19Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleEpisode #24 "BJJ for our inner child"The boys argue about Paul’s lack of care when it comes to Star Wars
The boys talk about anxiety and how they both deal with it, with prescriptions and without. Kip enjoys life much better on SSRI’s and thinks Paul would benefit from them. Paul doesn’t like taking pills of any kind and probably won’t try them regardless of their benefits.
The boys describe the blue belt test that their buddies just had at their BJJ school. Kip was sick and couldn’t join the fun but came to show support anyhow. Paul joined in and tried to e...2017-12-071h 04Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleEpisode #23 "Dealing with the lows of BJJ"The boys get the episode started by congratulating Neil on his big T-shirt win.
The boys then talk a bit about kipperdoodles' wife and some of the other white belts and how they’re progressing. They talk about how it’s fun to watch someone go from totally inept to the point where they are starting to really get it in the first few months of training.
Paul talks about his bad dad moment and how he’s trying his best to raise kids that are better than him despite all his own shortcomings. Kip adds to the story with his ow...2017-11-301h 09Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleEpisode #22 "Epic BJJ email questions and advice show"The boys start of talking shit as they do and basically congratulate themselves for their interview with "average black belt" Kroyler Gracie.
Paul gets entirely way too excited over the fact they they got emails to their show. Kip doesn’t let on, but he’s just as excited.
Paul reads Ann’s very well written questions about different aspects of BJJ and the boys try and answer them to the best of their ability, which is to say they probably sound stupid.
Ann’s first question dealt with folks coming into Jiu-Jitsu with prior experience and our thoughts on that. Pa...2017-11-281h 11Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleEpisode #21 "Interview with black belt Kroyler Gracie, who drops knowledge...and jokes"The boys start the show out right away by tempting fate and busting Kroyler’s balls.
We get the interview going, finally, by talking about him growing up as a Gracie and what that was like.
Paul asks Kroyler if he got bullied or tested growing up by his peers because of his name. Short answer...of course not.
Kroyler talks about what makes a good training partner and how to best use your time to get better.
Chad and Kroyler talk about how they met and get into what makes a good training environment.
The boys want to know ho...2017-11-211h 31Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleEpisode #20 "What do you mean “just a white belt”?"We have sponsors!!! Check out Tap Tape and buy the death grip kind on Amazon. Also, if you live near Grand Rapids, Michigan sign you and your kids up at Black Lion BJJ or stop in to roll with the boys. Just don’t hurt us. 😁
Kip gets super fussy about people discrediting him because he’s just a white belt and he is supposed to suck. At first Paul vehemently disagrees with Kip, but eventually understands where he was coming from...to a point.
Paul come up with a super awesome BJJ analogy using race cars! He didn’t even scre...2017-11-161h 10Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleEpisode #19 "BJJ Private Lesson, Foiled"The boys talk about their first two actual sponsors, Black Lion BJJ and Taptape. Kip gets maybe a bit too overzealous about both and potentially picks a fight...
The boys get some amazing reviews on iTunes and Facebook. They were impressed with them and did a reading on the show. You really need to listen to Nick’s Facebook review. It made us laugh so hard it hurt.
They talk about how their kids are doing in class.
They tell the story of trying to make it down to Kroyler’s for a private lesson that was foiled by a damn...2017-11-141h 00Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleEpisode #18 "Interview with fellow grappling dad Ben Graf"The boys interview Ben Graf, brand new purple belt and co-owner of Grand Rapids Jiu Jitsu Lab. Ben is a former training partner of Paul's from Ribeiro Jiu Jitsu.
As a fellow grappling dad we discussed the importance of having your children involved in BJJ.
Ben talks us through is own BJJ journey, a term he’s come to hate as it is overused.
Paul tries to get recovery tips from Ben only to find out that he’s a savage and doesn’t bother with that. You know, because real man and all that...
We talk about why we train...2017-11-092h 01Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleEpisode #15 "Why you and your family need Jiu Jitsu"The boys and Nicole talk about the importance of self defense in today’s society.
Paul brings up an article he shared on Facebook about a woman who overcame a sexual assault by using the self defense lessons she recently learned.
Paul brought up his recent active shooter training he had to do at work. This was both enlightening and sad at the same time. Unfortunately also necessary.
The boys bring up how their girls are progressing in BJJ and how their lates rolls in class.
Kip and Nicole phub Paul during the podcast, Paul realized how his family must fe...2017-10-241h 04
Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleEpisode #14 "Monster Trevor Morris Interview"The boys have their second guest on the show, Monster Trevor Morris.
Kip decided to immediately throw Paul under the bus about being butt hurt over getting his ass whooped by Trevor.
Paul retaliated by mentioning the fact that while Trevor has lost a few cage fights he in fact is undefeated. This goes over like a lead balloon.
Trevor talks about how he got involved in martial arts and his many fights over a relatively short period of time.
Trevor talks about rolling with Kroyler in the gi. Also, he got his first stripe the fist time he put...2017-10-191h 50
Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleEpisode #13 "How to deal with belt promotions"The boys talk about the growing conversation about gauntlets in BJJ while they go over the latest video of a horrendous belt promotions video.
Paul has a story about beer, because of course he does.
The boys discussed how not to be a BJJ jerk and that your Jiu Jitsu doesn't lie about the type of person you are.
Paul apparently has some sort of death wish as he bust the balls of the great and powerful Kroyler Gracie.
Kip decided to steal from others and talk about gym stereotypes. They make some up on the spot just before the...2017-10-171h 11Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleEpisode #12 "First Interview, Our Coach"The boys welcome their own coach Chad Pomeroy, a Kroyler Gracie Brown Belt. (He actually showed up)
Some of the topics they cover with Chad. How he connected with Kroyler Gracie, Promotion testing and the differences between schools. (Black Lion BJJ is the best!). They nerd out on whiskey for a minute (Chad brought a present). Chad schools Paul on his self hatred of his bjj skills (Kip threw Paul under the bus on that one). They close the show with some blast from the past from Chad (he may be a "musician") and some great stories.
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Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleEpisode #11 "Kroyler's paper cutter choke is deadly"The boys welcome Producer Nicole back to the show.
Then talk about their own promotions and how Paul feels he doesn't deserve it yet again. (shocker I know)
Kroyler Gracie comes to the gym for a visit and helps out with class (The boys were way to excited)
They revisit "the Gauntlet" conversation after their own promotions (Kroyler agrees with Kip)
They close with producer Nicole and Paul's failed attempt at the Paleo Diet (This involves Banana Bread)2017-10-051h 06
Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleEpisode #10 "Paul Chokes Someone?"The boys dive into gauntlet or no when receiving a promotion? Paul tells about his gauntlet experience. (It is just stupid, love Kip)
For some reason they talk about hazing in sports. (Kip hazed people by accident)
Paul tells a story of self defense using deadly force, which leads to the boys thinking of whether they would something different than shoot a dude. (They would run away)
Do kids need a right of passage into adult hood (I know, just listen)
Paul allegedly choked a coworker (You have to hear this one)
Thanks for listening! If you like it review...2017-10-031h 07
Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleEpisode #8 "Juice Bag"The boys jump into the name of the studio and the table they are building for said Podcast (It is epic)
Surprise, surprise we talk about rolling with our coach and Kroyler making fun of us. (Sorry Chad you are our hero)
How Kip is raising three "road raging" girls. (sorry world of drivers) Paul has a few real life stories of road rage and martial arts
Finally the boys beg for help from there listeners on show ideas, topics just about anything (come on people get involved.
Thanks for checking us out. If you just can't get enough go...2017-09-211h 09Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleEpisode #7 "Does Kroyler like Candy?"The boys hate audio equipment and have to beg the wives for a new one. (They are not thrilled)
Paul has a disease and Kip has no heart. (Kip is mean to Paul...Again)
Their coach listens to podcast (wants to punch Kip in the face)
They get a mascot from Kaidyn. (it's a monkey)
We revisit Paul's budget (don't worry it's not a repeat of "morning routing")
Thanks for checking us out. If you just can't get enough go to our website www.grapplingdads.com2017-09-141h 06
Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleEpisode #6 "Did he say Daddy's?"The boys awkwardly start off awkwardly talking about their girls getting yellow white belts at Jiu jitsu. (Paul goes over the top and Kip does not)
Paul learns a lesson from a not so "newbie". Roll to the person not the belt or they will make you look stupid. (Paul may or may have looked stupid).
Paul talks about how his self image might be a little off. He is beaten by a legit MMA/MuayThai fighter at the gym (needless to say he is definitely 38).
A video about police/guards sparks discussion about them being undertrained, underpaid and over...2017-09-071h 03
Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleEpisode #4 "Did he say Subsquential?"The boys are excited to talk about what they learned at the recent Kroyler Gracie Seminar (that dude is amaze balls).
Paul goes through his morning routine that he is to scared not to do. (he loves good Turkish get up).
They talk about some fight videos, Phoenix Jones, a girl fight and what the hell is going on in Russia. (Russian Fight Club kinda?)
If you like our outro music you will love this one. (Thanks Kip)
If you like it subscribe to it! We will have fun and learn cool sh*t together.
Thanks for checking us out...2017-09-041h 00
Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleEpisode #3 "We get hurt......again"The boys attempt to talk seriously (and fail) about injuries. This is the episode that we all learn how Kip ended up with an ATV on his chest.
We then talk through what injuries we walked into the gym with and the ones we keep accumulating class after class (why do we do this again?). How we treat, deal and if at all possible could have avoided being injured.
We speak to our deep love of Rocktape and how it works.
Last of all how important it is to choose the best partner for you to roll with. This gets...2017-09-0355 min
Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleEpisode #2 "Paul has no hobbies"The boys take a shot at talking about things like future topics (not just jiu jitsu), Hobbies outside the gym (Paul has none) and other interests. We touch on other topics like bullying and how to coach against it (Gracie method) and finance (Paul's budget and Kip's lack there of).
Thanks for checking us out. If you just can't get enough go to our website www.grapplingdads.com.2017-09-021h 03
Grappling Dads Jiu Jitsu/BJJ lifestyleEpisode #1 "The first one....Duh"This is our inaugural podcast episode where you can find out about the direction we want to take this podcast and a little bit about ourselves. We let you know how and why we got involved in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and the benefits we and our kids get out of it.
Paul gets a bit into the weeds on how he was bullied throughout his school career and his young introduction into martial arts. He also tells why he thinks BJJj is the best bully proof system for kids and adults. He also talks about how he got suckered into...2017-09-0155 min
Running Inside Out Podcast051: More than 26.2 miles is Out of Control - with Kip Tisia
L-R: Training at home in Kenya; Running with the boys in ROC; Tekelbei Foundation; Running with the Girls in ROC; Grabbing a bite to eat
Kip Tisia is fast. Like 2:17 Marathon fast. But he also take his time to hang out and share his time with the kids. And now he takes a little time to chat about running fast, working hard and having faith. He also shares a little bit about how he came to run and some of the differences once you are considered Elite. Episode LinksBomet District i...2017-06-3052 min
MediStrategy with Kip PiperMediStrategy Ep 11 - Juan Pablo Segura, BabyscriptsMediStrategy with Kip Piper Episode 11: Improving Prenatal Care and Birth Outcomes Via Mobile Technology: Interview with Juan Pablo Segura of Babyscripts Summary What if we could eliminate preterm birth by 2027? There’s an app for that. That is the moonshot goal of Babyscripts, a new model in pregnancy management that seeks to improve prenatal care and birth outcomes by supporting both pregnant moms and their physicians. The app has been adopted by several of the nation’s top health systems, including MedStar Health, George Washington University Medical Faculty Associates, Northwestern Medicine, UT Ph...2017-05-1600 minMediStrategy with Kip PiperMediStrategy Ep 10 - Nancy Kohler, Value-Based PurchasingMediStrategy with Kip Piper Episode 10: Value-Based Purchasing with Healthcare Consultant Nancy Kohler of Sellers Dorsey Summary Savvy consumers seek the best value for their money, evaluating the benefits of a product prior to purchase. Elsewhere in the economy, it seems obvious that we should hold a manufacturer accountable for delivering a quality product. With health care reform, this concept has at last been applied to medical care via the value-based purchasing model. Rather than simply paying fee-for-service which rewards volume, health care consumers, health plans, and purchasers - state Medicaid programs, federal Medicare...2017-05-1600 minMediStrategy with Kip PiperMediStrategy Ep 09 - Bill Lucia of HMS on Medicaid Program IntegrityMediStrategy with Kip Piper Episode 09: Fighting Healthcare Fraud and Ensuring Medicaid Program Integrity: Interview with Bill Lucia, Chairman and CEO, HMS Summary “Fighting health care fraud is like playing Whac-A-Mole.” Our nation’s $3.2 trillion healthcare system is a complex beast. To ensure its integrity, we must combat a range of issues – from unintentional errors to criminal activity. Today’s guest is an industry leader in leveraging data analytics and the benefit of a national perspective to identify bad actors and ensure that Medicaid is the ‘payer of last resort.’ Bill Lucia is C...2017-05-1100 minMediStrategy with Kip PiperMediStrategy with Kip Piper Ep 08 - Gil Carrara, MD on Physician RecruitingMediStrategy with Kip Piper Episode 08 - Recruiting Top Physician Talent: Interview with Gil Carrara, MD, Leading Health Care Executive Recruiter This episode offers valuable insight into recruiting physicians for leadership, management, clinical, and scientific roles. Today's competitive policy landscape has fundamentally changed physician recruiting. Industry leader Dr. Gil Carrara discusses the changes in health care recruiting, and what health care organizations need to know to identify, recruit, and retain top physician talent. He offers tips for aspiring executives and physician leaders who want to position themselves for advancement. Topics covered also include how the new...2016-11-2500 min
The Half Ashed Cigar PodcastHalf Ashed Episode 148: Crowned Heads and Diamond Crown 20th
Crowned Heads & Diamond Crown
Kip – Crowned Heads Las Calaveras 2016 – I’m having the 5×50 edition of this year’s release. It has a Connecticut broadleaf wrapper over Nicaraguan fillers. Produced by My Father. Based on my first experience, I’d liken it more akin to the 2014 version than 2015…which is great for me.
Craig – Diamond Crown 20th Anniversary – A lovely gift from Kip that seemed like it was calling out to me this evening.
Cigar News
FDA Panic much?!
Recluse….9 new lines, with 14 sizes each?!?!?
Kings Cigars will be releasing some new limited editions...2016-08-211h 37MediStrategy with Kip PiperMediStrategy with Kip Piper Ep 07 - David Lansky, PhD, Value-Based Health Care PurchasingValue-Based Health Care and Purchaser Value Network: Interview with David Lansky, PhD, President and CEO, Pacific Business Group on Health Today’s episode is about value-based health care and the Purchaser Value Network, a new nationwide initiative to educate key purchaser sectors – private employers, states, and federal purchasers – on value-based purchasing and to leverage best practices and lessons learned to accelerate the adoption of value-based payment and care delivery reforms. Kip Piper interviews David Lansky, PhD, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Pacific Business Group on Health on the Purchaser Value Network. Led by the Paci...2016-08-0100 min
The Half Ashed Cigar PodcastHalf Ashed Episode 139: Unbanded 026
Unbanded #026, from K. Hasselwander
The unbanded vitals, as we have ’em before the unveiling….
Kip: 6.875” x 36; nicely assembled (from outward appearances); even-toned, dark brown, dry complexion.
Craig: My measurements have it at 6 ⅞” inch x 36 ring gauge. Very dry in appearance and slightly rustic, almost in a saturated and dried out sort of way.
Cigar News
Tampa’s new Davidoff lounge has its grand opening tomorrow…
Continuing with the TAA-limited releases, this year’s Angel’s Anvil has been announced by Crowned Heads. This year, the release will feature a CT broadleaf wrapper over...2016-03-211h 17MediStrategy with Kip PiperMediStrategy with Kip Piper Ep 06 - Nona Footz, Life Sciences Industry RecruitingBoard Director and Executive Recruiting in Life Sciences Companies: Interview with Nona Footz, Managing Director, RSR Partners
The life sciences companies are looking for new board members and senior executives. In this episode, learn how pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical diagnostics, and medical device firms find new board directors, chief executive officers, and other leadership talent. Nona K. Footz, managing director of RSR Partners, explains how the needs of the life sciences industry have changed dramatically, with companies now seeking different backgrounds and experience for open board director and c-suite positions. Ms. Footz shares valuable insights into today’s searc...2015-12-1200 min
The Half Ashed Cigar PodcastHalf Ashed Episode 126: Punch Margaritas
Punch Margaritas
Boxcode: NISV – December of 1993 these little cigars were boxed and headed out of the factory. They’re a “Carolinas” vitola, coming in at an odd 26×4-¾”. This box has been open for a couple of years but the unique “Punch” flavors have morphed more into a basic “Vintage” tobacco flavor. The nuance is gone but the suave character is certainly there in spades. We’ll be smoking a new(er) punch coming up in near future and it’ll be interesting to see if Kip can spot any of the hallmark flavors in that which he detects in this more...2015-10-291h 21
The Half Ashed Cigar PodcastHalf Ashed Episode 125: Crowned Heads Jericho Hill OBS
Crowned Heads Jericho Hill OBS
This week, we’re smoking the OBS (Orange Blossom Special), from Crowned Heads’ Jericho Hill line. The OBS is a 4.75”x52 robusto, and Kip’s favorite from the line thus far. The Jericho Hill is produced for Crowned Heads by My Father, and this particular vitola retails for $8.75. It features a Mexican San Andres wrapper over Nicaraguan binder and filler.
Cigar News
Palio lives! Well, kinda. Maybe not really….Quality Importers has acquired the company. QI is predominantly a humidor and accessory distributor who has taken over distribution for a handful of...2015-09-241h 34
The Half Ashed Cigar PodcastHalf Ashed Episode 124: Special Guest Cigar Coop
Special Guest Cigar Coop
This week, in Craig’s absence, Kip is joined by special guest host William “Cigar Coop” Cooper. Tune in as Kip has the chance to pick Coop’s brain about the current state of the cigar industry and some recently introduced cigars. We have lots of great conversation in store, so this is one you don’t want to miss!
Cigar News
In episode 122, I pontificated a bit about the status and future of House of Emilio. Now, just a couple weeks later, yet another member (Guayacan) has left the fol...2015-09-111h 50
The Half Ashed Cigar PodcastHalf Ashed Episode 123: Partagas Serie D EL 2010
Partagas Serie D Edicion Limitada 2010
One of the 2010 Edicion Limitada releases from Habanos, the Partagas Serie D Especial is a take on the traditional PSD4, but with ⅝” more in length and a further processed maduro wrapper. It is a Gordito vitola, typically referred to as a Toro (5-½”x50). Its rustic, thick maduro wrapper does not impart a large amount of typical maduro flavors to the mix but certainly does help round out the typical PSD4 profile with a bit more complexity.
Cigar News
Tobacconist University, in partnership with the producer J. Fuego, has shipped the second...2015-09-031h 27MediStrategy with Kip PiperMediStrategy with Kip Piper Ep 5 - Murray Aitken, Healthcare Big DataBig Data and Analytics in Healthcare: Interview with Murray Aitken, Executive Director, IMS Institute for Healthcare Informatics and SVP, IMS HealthMurray Aitken, one of the world’s top experts on health informatics, discusses the impact of big data on healthcare and the strategic implications for health insurers, hospitals, physicians, consumers, life sciences firms, and government health programs. In this fascinating interview with Kip Piper, Mr. Aitken explains how and why health information and analytics are driving rapid change in the organization, reimbursement, and delivery of healthcare and in medical innovation.Murray Aitken, MBA, is sen...2015-08-2300 minMediStrategy with Kip PiperMediStrategy with Kip Piper Ep 4 – Kevin Lewis, CEO, Community Health OptionsHealth Insurance Exchanges and Health Plan Business: Interview with Kevin Lewis, CEO, Community Health Options
Kevin Lewis, CEO of Community Health Options, shares insights on health insurance exchanges and the health plan business under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). In this informative interview with Kip Piper, Mr. Lewis describes what it is like to launch and operate a new health plan in today’s dynamic environment. He shares Community Health Options’ strategic approach to competition, marketing, communications, premiums, provider networks, operations, and governance.
Kevin Lewis, one of the nation’s brightest young healthcare executives, joined Communit...2015-08-2300 minMediStrategy with Kip PiperMediStrategy with Kip Piper Ep 3 - Norbert Goldfield, MDHealth Payment Reform and Outcomes Measurement: Interview with Norbert Goldfield, MD.Norbert Goldfield, MD, one of the nation’s top healthcare thought leaders, describes innovations in outcomes-based payment of physicians, hospitals, and other providers. Robust, data-driven systems providing timely, actionable information are essential to replacing traditional, inefficient fee-for-service reimbursement with outcomes-based, analytically sound payment models that align provider finances with clinical and economic performance. In an information-packed interview with Kip Piper, Dr. Goldfield discusses advances in linking reimbursement to patient outcomes. A passionate, influential, and engaging expert on payment reform and outcomes measurement, Dr. Norbert Goldfield is med...2015-01-0100 minMediStrategy with Kip PiperMediStrategy with Kip Piper Ep 2 - Matt Salo on MedicaidMedicaid and State Medicaid Directors: Interview with Matt Salo of NAMD.Matt Salo, executive director of the National Association of Medicaid Directors (NAMD), speaks with Kip Piper about massive changes underway in the $540 billion Medicaid program. Topics covered include implementation of the Affordable Care Act (ACA or Obamacare), state Medicaid directors’ priorities for payment reform and delivery reform, the critically important role of state Medicaid directors, and the challenges faced by state Medicaid executives. Learn more about the National Association of Medicaid Directors at www.MedicaidDirectors.org. 2015-01-0100 minMediStrategy with Kip PiperMediStrategy with Kip Piper Ep 1 - IntroductionIntroduction to MediStrategy with Kip Piper.This episode introduces listeners to MediStrategy, the podcast on Medicaid, Medicare, and health reform. Host Kip Piper, an influential consultant, speaker, and author, describes how MediStrategy provides lively, informative interviews with health executives, policymakers, entrepreneurs, authors, and other influencers, with valuable insights on hot business and policy issues in American healthcare.
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The Half Ashed Cigar PodcastHalf Ashed Episode 091: Tatuaje Belle Encre ReservaWelcome back for another fun-filled, exciting episode of Half Ashed! This marks the 91st episode of the show, and features the Tatuaje Belle Encre Reserva as our Cigar of the Week. The cigar was one of Kip’s selections, and he described it thusly:
The Tatuaje Belle Encre Reserva was a limited run of the Belle Encre (5 ⅜” x 48 perfecto), featuring a CT Broadleaf wrapper rather than the Ecuadoran Habano found on the standard line. It’s packed with the same internal components as the regular line (Nicaraguan throughout). This was released early this year as part of the 10th Anniversar...2014-11-191h 36
The Half Ashed Cigar PodcastHalf Ashed Episode 090: Blessed Leaf Kairos
Welcome to Episode #090, featuring the Blessed Leaf Kairos. This week, we’re smoking one of my favorites, a blend created by the minds behind Ezra Zion Cigars and Casa Fernandez. Here’s a bit of background:
“The Kairos was put out by the “cigar ministry” arm of the Ezra Zion guys – BlessedLeaf.com. They decided to add a line from which sales would support various Christian ministries and missions (for full disclosure, I (Kip) am actually a beneficiary of this ministry, as a donation was made toward my move into full time mission work in the Dominican Republic….so take my...2014-11-081h 21
The Half Ashed Cigar PodcastHalf Ashed Episode 088: Pipe Smoking Volume 1Welcome to Episode 088, our first Pipe Smoking episode! This is Volume One of what will be an occasional feature here on Half Ashed. We spent the first hour going through the process of how you go about readying a flake tobacco for smoking (either rubbed out or folded/stuffed). Admittedly, last night’s show is much better absorbed if you watch the video – but I hope you find some value in the audio as well. We should have another pipe smoking related topic and show lined up in about three months or so. While we realize we are a cigar podca...2014-10-261h 50
The Half Ashed Cigar PodcastHalf Ashed Episode 087: Don Pepin Garcia BlueGood day everyone! I hope the week finds you doing well. Welcome to Half Ashed Episode 087, featuring the Don Pepin Garcia Blue Exquisito (corona gorda; 5-5/8″ x 46). This was one of my (Kip) suggestions, and my brief summation was:
For a time, this was my favorite vitola in the DPG Blue lineup. Nowadays, I strongly prefer the robusto or lancero in the line. Constant, but not overbearing spice is a fixture with this blend. The other vitolas have markedly sweeter dispositions. This one is pleasant in its own right, but has more of a savory bent to it. The DPG Blu...2014-10-241h 39
The Half Ashed Cigar PodcastHalf Ashed Episode 080: Bolivar Belicoso FinoGood evening and welcome to Episode 080 of Half Ashed, featuring the Bolivar Belicoso Fino as our Cigar of the Week. Through a shipping mishap, I (Kip) was without the featured cigar so I partook of a different bunch….and a pipe. We covered industry news from Crowned Heads, L’Atelier, La Sirena, the Rocky Mtn. Cigar Festival and some legislative news from Chicagoland.
We also had quite a bit to discuss in our “What Have We Been Smoking” segment, what else we’ve been pondering this week, and a viewer email from Officer Paul. Next week, we will be feat...2014-08-281h 34
The Half Ashed Cigar PodcastHalf Ashed Episode 079: Kip & DaleGood day folks, and welcome to Episode 079 of Half Ashed! Craig was unavailable to host this week, so I had former Dogwatch Cigar Radio host Dale Roush sitting in with me. We covered news […]
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The Half Ashed Cigar PodcastHalf Ashed Episode 079: Kip & DaleGood day folks, and welcome to Episode 079 of Half Ashed! Craig was unavailable to host this week, so I had former Dogwatch Cigar Radio host Dale Roush sitting in with me. We covered news items from AJ Fernandez, the Rocky Mtn. Cigar Festival, (more!) personnel changes within the cigar industry, a Gran Habano story you need to know about, Tatuaje, and EP Carrillo. Of course, we also talked a bit about our chosen cigars for the night and what we’ve been smoking lately…and closed out with a viewer email.
Next week, we will be featuring the Bolivar Be...2014-08-221h 17
The Half Ashed Cigar PodcastHalf Ashed Episode 078: Special Dogwatch Guests 1 of 2Good afternoon, folks. Welcome back to another episode of Half Ashed. This week, Kip was in Tennessee to attend a family funeral – so our buddy Bob McDuffee (of Dogwatch Cigar Radio fame) sat in with Craig. The two of them covered a few news items, including stories from La Flor Dominicana, Cohiba, JC Newman and the FDA. They also covered a full run-down of Bob’s opinion of the state of the industry with regard to IPCPR as an organization. You’ll definitely want to check in for that. Of course, they talked a bit about what they’ve been smokin...2014-08-171h 49
The Half Ashed Cigar PodcastHalf Ashed Episode 076: MonsdaleWelcome to Episode 076 of Half Ashed, featuring the Monsdale as our Cigar of the Week. I happen to be a complete neophyte with this cigar, but Craig described it beforehand thusly:
The LCDH at “Club Havana” in the Miramar region of Havana provides a house rolled cigar blended by Enrique Mons. His “monsdale” was his lonsdale vitola. A beautifully flavorful cigar when “on”, these samples are from 2006 and are over the hill in my opinion. We shall see this evening… I am primarily including them this evening because of their interplay of sweet & sour flavors that kip has commented on mu...2014-07-291h 40
The Half Ashed Cigar PodcastHalf Ashed Episode 070: Elogio ExcepcionalesGood day, folks. Welcome to Episode 070 of Half Ashed. We have a big show this week, with a very peculiar Cigar of the Week. It’s the Elogio Excepcionales…which has been likened to a yam in shape. Tune in to find out what we thought of it. We covered several news items this week, including stories from Joya de Nicaragua, CAO, CLE, My Father, and Nomad. Also, we got into a couple of listener emails – but had to save one of the more interesting for next week, so be sure to catch next week’s show if you can.
T...2014-06-171h 48
The Half Ashed Cigar PodcastHalfAshed Episode 067: Flor de Gonzalez 90 MilesGood day, and welcome to Episode 067! This week, we’re smoking one of Kip’s go-to cigars, the Flor de González 90 Miles. Tune in to get the full scoop on how it fared. Cigar news was pretty scant this week, but we managed to cover a few items, including Smoke Inn’s new Microblend Series release, further FDA instructions, 1502 lanceros, the new My Father La Antiguedad, Room101’s “Big Payback,” and La Jugada’s “Nunchuck.” We talked a bit more than normal about our respective weeks in smoke, and wrapped up with a listener email. We also made a couple...2014-05-271h 22
The Half Ashed Cigar PodcastHalf Ashed Episode 059: Anejo & Undercrown DogmaWelcome to Episode 059 of Half Ashed. This week is a wildc*rd show….meaning, we had no planned Cigar of the Week. So, Craig is smoking a Fuente Anejo 46, and I happen to be smoking the new Undercrown Dogma – a special release from Drew Estate celebrating the 1st Anniversary of the Cigar Dojo App. We have lots to say about these two fine cigars, as well as news from My Father, K.A. Kendall, RoMaCraft, and EP Carrillo. Additionally, we cover what we’ve been smoking this week – with one very special cigar in there from me. Finally, we hit a rab...2014-03-301h 45
The Half Ashed Cigar PodcastHalf Ashed Episode 056: Oliva Serie V Maduro 2010-11Hello, and welcome to Half Ashed Episode 056! This week, we continue with our vertical tasting of the Oliva Serie V Maduro, smoking both the 2010 and 2011 editions in preparation for the show. As expected, both were enjoyable. That’s four years down, and two to go.
We announced the two winners of last week’s giveaway (graciously sponsored by Michael Stewart) – David Nichols and Ian Winchester. Congratulations to those two fine gentlemen! In the news, we had items about Cuba’s problem with this year’s rainfall and crop rot; new cigars from Herrera Esteli, Crowned Heads, and Tarazona; GAR’s new...2014-03-111h 33
The Kip Addotta Podcast ShowKip Addotta Podcast Show 1Kip talks "Ageism, Sports, Drinking and Gambling" and "When Kip came to Hollywood to be a Star". Be sure to visit Kip Addotta's website at www.kipaddotta.com. Enjoy!2014-03-0116 min
The Half Ashed Cigar PodcastHalf Ashed Episode 053: Valentine’s Day Cigars….[EDIT: I am fully aware the graphic at left has the wrong episode number on it. I know listeners would never pick up on it but yes, even I, make mistakes.]When we decided to go ahead and record on schedule – despite it being Valentine’s Day (night) – we took our lives into our own hands. Thankfully, both Craig and I have incredibly understanding wives. So, we have once again provided you with two hours of tobacco geekery. Our Cigar of the Week tonight is a bit different than normal. In keeping with the theme of the holiday, we’ve decid...2014-02-181h 54
The Half Ashed Cigar PodcastHalf Ashed Episode 031: Casa Miranda Chapter 2Hello folks, and welcome to Half Ashed Episode 031, featuring the Casa Miranda Chapter Two and with guest Barry Stein of Miami Cigar. Barry was slated to join us for the whole show, but we had a bit of a mixup with a Miami storm that took down the power grid in Barry’s neighborhood. He was able to join us for a short time later in the show, when he went above and beyond the call of duty by driving down to Neighborhood Humidor and calling in on his phone. We very much appreciate his doing that; it was truly a s...2013-09-091h 56
The Half Ashed Cigar PodcastEpisode 021: TL Johnson Tempio and Guest Terry JohnsonHalf Ashed Ep. 021: TL Johnson Tempio
Good day and welcome back for another fun-filled episode of Half Ashed. This week, we host Terry Johnson of TL Johnson Cigars. Terry sits in for the first hour of the show, while we smoke his fantastic Tempio and talk cigars, flyfishing (TL Johnson also produces fly rods), and other gentlemanly topics. We then covered a few news items for this week, and some of the usual suspects in show segments. Thanks for tuning in, and enjoy!
Featured Cigar
This week, we take a look at the TL Johnson Tempio, a ciga...2013-06-302h 06
The Half Ashed Cigar PodcastEpisode 020: Unbanded & Guest Nate McIntyreGuest Nate McIntyre & Unbanded 005
Good Sunday afternoon, everyone! Welcome back for another week of the most Half-Ashed Cigar podcast floating around the interwebs. This week, we featured an unbanded cigar from our buddy DC and special guest Nate McIntyre, of Emilio Cigars – who had the rare privilege of sharing a headset with Craig.
Featured Cigar
As already mentioned, we had the opportunity to smoke Unbanded 005 this week, furnished by Dan Crouch – thanks, Dan! Tune in to the show for our thoughts about this cigar, and a visit from Dan for the reveal.
Industry News
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The Half Ashed Cigar PodcastEpisode 019: Monte PascoalMonte Pascoal
Welcome back to Half Ashed, and happy Fathers’ Day to all the Dads out there. We’re glad you’ve joined us for another round of fun. This week, we take a look at an old favorite – Monte Pascoal. Craig with a corona, and I the belicoso. So, find your favorite cigar and join us for another couple hours of smokin’ silliness…
News Items
Legislation: In legislative news, those of you in Pennsylvania NEED to take heed: CRA has issued an action alert detailing some potentially devastating proposals from a couple of your state congressmen....2013-06-161h 48
The Half Ashed Cigar PodcastEpisode 016: 2011 EP Carrillo Short RunEpisode 016: 2011 EP Carrillo Short Run
Hello again, folks, and welcome back to Episode 016 of Half Ashed. We appreciate you stopping by. In this episode, we take a look at the 2011 EP Carrillo Short Run. We’re smoking the Bombone (4 7/8 X 50), with its Ecuadoran Habano wrapper, Nicaraguan binder, and Nicaraguan/Dominican filler blend. This is Kip’s favorite of the Short Run series so far, but tune in to get full details about how they’re smoking right now.
Show Summary
Rather than the detailed notes I might normally post, I’ll be brief and only include a shor...2013-05-272h 09
The Half Ashed Cigar PodcastEpisode 007: My Father Flor de las AntillasWelcome to Half Ashed Episode 007, everyone! Here’s a quick summary of this week’s show, but be sure to download or watch/listen through any of the means in the final paragraph of this post!
Half Ashed Cigar of the Week
Released last May (2012), the My Father Flor de las Antillas toro was named Cigar of the Year by Cigar Aficionado in 2012. It takes its name from Cuba, sometimes called the “flower of the Antilles.” The FdlA is a Nicaraguan puro, and MSRP for singles is from $6.60 (robusto) – $8.70 (toro gordo 6X56). The line is available in four vitola...2013-03-251h 43