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Hot Ashes Podcast

The Hot Ashes Podcast is where cigars, conversation, and camaraderie come together. Hosted by veterans and longtime friends, the show blends sharp humor, real talk, and storytelling straight from the cigar lounge. One week it’s swapping war stories, the next it’s debating music, movies, leadership, or life’s big questions—no script, no filters, just unfiltered conversation and good bourbon. Whether you’re lighting up a cigar or just looking for a seat at the table, Hot Ashes delivers laughs,

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Episode 28 (Liquor, fast food, TV shows)

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2026/03/30

Send us Fan Mail We’re back at Cedro de Azmar / George’s Cigars in Swansboro, North Carolina, doing what we do best: sitting in a cigar shop talking about everything and nothing at the same time. On this episode of the Hot Ashes Podcast: Cigars & drinks on the table San Cristobal, George’s box-press Maduro, EP Carrillo Encore, plus Old Forester 1920, Minor Case rye, and more.Whiskey, bourbon, and Scotch talk Old Forester vs. Knob Creek vs. Woodford, Johnny Walker Black vs. Blue, Jameson, ...

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120:53

Episode 27 (Irreverent Warriors, Kayak Fishing, Boxer...

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2026/03/23

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Hot Ashes Podcast, we’re back at George’s Cigar Shop in Swansboro, NC talking about a little bit of everything that makes this place home. We start with cigar shop vibes and morning coffee, then get into a special moment: a surprise Irreverent Warriors plaque thanking George’s and the podcast for supporting veterans and raising awareness around mental health and preventing veteran suicide. Huge shoutout to Chris, Irreverent Warriors, and the crew who ma...

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Episode 26 (Merch, Small World Stories, Conspiracies)

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2026/03/09

Send a text Welcome back to the Hot Ashes Podcast – recorded live from Georgia Cigars in Swansboro, North Carolina. In this episode, Lee, TK, and Solange light up some new sticks, crack a few cold ones, and go way down the rabbit hole. We kick things off with cigar talk – from Blind Man’s Bluff Maduro and Camachos to flavored Tatianas – plus favorite drinks, Peroni mysteries in the shop fridge, and a first look at our Hot Ashes merch (hats, polos, and an embroidered hoodie with a flag on the ...

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2026/03/02

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Episode 24 (Gear, Hockey, Family)

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2026/02/23

Send a text Welcome back to the Hot Ashes Podcast! This episode feels like you just pulled up a chair at the table — Lee and TK are joined by Lee’s brother Jarrad and sister Taylor for cigars, laughs, and completely uncensored family banter. In this episode: • Cigars, drinks, iced coffee, and Yeti debates • Growing up with the last name Butt (yes, we go there) • Oversharing in relationships (how much is too much?) • Great Danes, puppies, parenting, and dog-poop gadgets • USA vs Canada ho...

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Episode 23 (Irreverent Warriors, tribe, fitness)

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2026/02/17

Send a text In this episode of the Hot Ashes Podcast, Lee, TK, Chris, and Ed light up some cigars, crack a few beers (and Liquid Death), and dive deep into veteran community, mental health, and the power of tribe. In this episode you’ll hear about: Irreverent Warriors (IW)Their mission: “Bring veterans together using humor and camaraderie to improve mental health and prevent veteran suicide.”What a Silkies Hike actually is (pace, vibe, who can join)Upcoming hikes: Crystal Coast, Jacksonville’...

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Episode 22 (Cigars, Valentine's Day, Half Iron Man)

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2026/02/09

Send us a text In this episode of the Hot Ashes Podcast, the crew settles in at the cigar table for a wide‑ranging hang that hits all the best parts of cigar‑shop life. We kick things off talking cigars and drinks – what everyone’s smoking, from Camacho Broadleaf to Deadwood Sweet Jane to rum‑flavored Gurkhas – plus beer pairings, flavor notes, and why shop conversations are half the fun. From there we dive into Valentine’s Day and the flower game. Ed breaks down how Valentine’s is the “Super...

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Episode 21 (Half ironman/Snowpocalypse/life goals)

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2026/02/02

Send us a text Welcome back to the Hot Ashes Podcast! In this episode, the crew settles into the new indoor setup with cigars, drinks, and a blizzard supposedly on the way. We place our bets on the “snowpocalypse,” talk Southern snow culture, and swap dog stories that somehow turn into full-on weather and survival prep. The heart of this episode is Ed’s dilemma: should a 54-year-old who hasn’t done competitive endurance sports jump into a half Ironman? We dive deep into training smart vs. tra...

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Episode 20 (Snow Hype, Time Travel & Left Lane...

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2026/01/26

Send us a text The boys are back with Episode 20 of the Hot Ashes Podcast, and we’re indoors this time. We kick things off with Carolina “snowpocalypse” panic—36 degrees, bread and milk raids, brine on the roads, and full-on fearmongering. Are we being kept safe…or just sold to? From there we dive into time travel, mulligan buttons, and aging: Would you go back and redo your life if you kept your current knowledge? Butterfly effect, Back to the Future logic, and living with the path you’ve...

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Episode 19 (Fitness, Poop, AI is taking over)

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2026/01/19

Send us a text On this episode of the Hot Ashes Podcast, Lee, TK, Solange, and Cody light up cigars, crack some high‑octane beers, and dive into a wildly mixed bag of real‑life topics. From Half Ironman training, marathons, macros, and intermittent fasting to anxiety poops, river “Groovers,” and Leave No Trace ethics, nothing is off limits. They also clash over modern country vs. classics, Taylor Swift, celebrity influence, and whether AI is a powerful tool or a creative cheat code—then let C...

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134:34

Episode 18 (Dry January, Atomic Habits, and Getting...

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2026/01/12

Send us a text We’re kicking off 2026 in the lounge talking more than just cigars. In this episode of the Hot Ashes Podcast, Lee, TK, Solo, and Roger dive into Dry January, realistic New Year’s resolutions, and why getting uncomfortable might be the only way to actually change. We get into: Dry January, weight gain, and the “just one drink” negotiationHow to build real habits using ideas from Atomic Habits (start small, set up your environment, habit stacking)Gym anxiety, stretching, accounta...

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132:55

Episode 17 (Board Games, Bourbon & Bad Decisions-...

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2026/01/05

Send us a text The Hot Ashes crew is back in the lounge for a laid‑back, post‑Christmas hang. After the usual rundown of what everyone’s drinking and smoking, the conversation wanders through holiday chaos, shop shenanigans, and a surprising amount of book talk. We recap the Christmas party at the cigar shop – from potluck food and decorations to the wildly competitive White Elephant gift exchange (custom decanter, fishing rod, whiskey battles, and why the limit needs to go from $25 to $50 ne...

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Episode 16 (GHOSTS! GHOSTS! GHOSTS!)

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2025/12/29

Send us a text On this episode of the Hot Ashes Podcast, Lee, TK, and the crew dive deep into one of the oldest debates ever: are ghosts real or is it all in our heads? We start light with what we’re smoking and drinking, then get into: Childhood “haunted house” stories and shared creepy experiencesWhy some of us want ghosts to be real (fear of death, coping with loss)A wild near‑death experience involving surgery and “leaving the body”The difference between spirit, energy, hallucinations, an...

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Episode 15 (Peru trip, parenting adults, survivor)

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2025/12/22

Send us a text In this episode, Lee and TK fire up the mics at George’s Cigar Shop with a full house: Solange is back, and new guest Gina jumps on mic four. They kick things off with what they’re not calling “the next episode,” talk intro music history (including TK’s lost rap opener), and settle in with their cigars and beers. Gina takes everyone on a wild month‑long trek through Peru—from jungle humidity and invisible flesh‑eating bugs to an unguided four‑day hike to Machu Picchu, cheap ho...

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Episode 14 (USMC Life, Great Danes, WHITE HOUSE VISIT)

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2025/12/15

Send us a text Lee and TK fire up cigars with a crew of Marines to swap stories about deployments, injuries, leadership, and life after the Corps—plus plenty of chaos with Great Danes and puppies. Later, Jess from Candy Adventure and Bloomin’ Swansboro shares how she was picked from 13,000 applicants to help decorate the White House for Christmas, work in the flower shop, and sneak a peek behind the scenes. #HotAshesPodcast #Podcast #Veterans #USMC #MarineCorps #MilitaryStories #Cigars #Great...

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Episode 13 (Thanksgiving, Disk golf, Would you rather)

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2025/12/08

Send us a text Four dudes, a pile of cigars, and way too many stories. In this episode of the Hot Ashes Podcast, hosts Lee and TK are joined by Jared (Lee’s brother), plus Andy and Tyler, for a true cigar‑lounge hang at George’s Cigars in Swansboro, NC. They kick things off with what they’re smoking and drinking (George’s torpedoes, Hazy Pernicious, Knob Creek, and even Diet Coke), then slide straight into childhood hot dog photos, near‑drowning pool stories, and their very different Thanksg...

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Episode 12 (RV mishaps, technical difficulties, gas...

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2025/12/01

Send us a text Join us for Episode 12 of the HotAshes Podcast! This week, the crew lights up their favorite cigars and pours some drinks while swapping unforgettable stories—from hilarious RV family misadventures (think “Griswold” road trip chaos) to the ins and outs of RV life and gas station strategies. Plus, get a peek behind the curtain with some classic podcast banter, technical setup laughs, and updates on growing our awesome community. It’s just like hanging out at the cigar shop—casua...

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124:22

Episode 11 (Poop stories, disk golf, comedy club...

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2025/11/24

Send us a text Hot Ashes Podcast Episode 11: Rock Climbing Poops, Disc Golf, and Comedy Club Confessions Join Lee, TK, Jarred, and Solange for another hilarious installment of the Hot Ashes Podcast, recorded live at Georgia Cigar Shop in Swansboro, NC! In this episode, we deep dive into: - Solange's Epic Rock Climbing Bathroom Emergency -Jarred's inability to plan - Disc Golf Adventures - Comedy Club Mishaps Plus our usual brand of unfiltered banter and cigar-fueled conversations! 🔥...

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117:05

Episode 10 (Post-Halloween Hangout, Band Stories &...

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2025/11/17

Send us a text It’s Episode 10, not nine—and we’re “on a roll, baby!” Join us for a lively, post-Halloween catch-up featuring costume adventures, gigging tales from the road, and the chaos (and joy) of dog ownership. We swap stories about performing in all kinds of venues, surviving wild parties, and managing holiday madness with families and furry friends. Veterans share Marine Corps memories and good-natured ribbing, and as always, we veer off into hilarious tangents—think haunted attractio...

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120:34

Ep. 9: Halloween Mayhem & Rock 'n' Roll Madness!

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2025/11/10

Send us a text Fresh off a killer Halloween show at 34 North, we're breaking down the night's wildest moments, costume chaos, and behind-the-scenes band drama. Join Lee, TK, and the crew as we dive into heart-stopping stories (literally, in Lee's case), Marine Corps memories, and puppy pandemonium. From epic music tales to unexpected laughs, this episode is a rollercoaster you won't want to miss. Grab your favorite drink, light up a cigar, and hang on tight! Support the show

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