The Burn Down Podcast
The Burn Down Podcast brings people together over a cigar. No matter where you’re from, what you believe or how you look, cigars is what connects us! It’s designed to show the world the good that comes out of cigar conversations. Founded by Eric Josefson and Justin Heisig, The Burn Down is a podcast with conversations with people from all walks of life. From interviews with professional athletes like Ed Reed and John Starks, to singers and comedians like Ruben Studdard and Rocky Dale Davis, to mobsters and entrepreneurs like Chris Colombo and Armando Montelongo, cigar makers like Robe...
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Body Slams & Cigars! Pro Wrestler - Vinny Pacifico | Episode 315
<p>Hailing from Staten Island, NY, in the studio we have professional wrestler Vinny Pacifico—wrestling since age 14 and debuting at just 16—now a standout independent star known as “The Energy Drink King.” He’s competed in over 50 countries, appeared across top indie promotions, and stepped onto AEW, WWE NXT, and NJPW, while also branching into film and media.</p> <p>Instagram: @vinnypacifico I</p> <p>MDB : https://www.imdb.com/name/nm11130864/</p>
JS Concealed Carry & Y Not You Media - Jerry Sayegh & Francis Volpe | Episode 314
<p>In the studio we have Jerry Sayegh owner of JS Concealed Carry and former BDP guest Francis Volpe from Y Not You Media and Snacktime.</p> <p>JS Concealed Carry provides high-quality concealed carry training and firearms education. He equips everyday people with practical skills and respect for the responsibility of firearm ownership. He guides each client through the entire certification and paperwork process to make it simple, supportive, and successful.</p> <p> </p> <p>JS Concealed Carry - https://jsconcealed.com/</p> <p>Y Not You Media - https://www.ynotyoumedia.com/</p> <p> </p> <p >Order The Blu...
Your Help = Holiday Happiness for Families! | Episode 313
PLEASE DONATE HERE: https://www.gofundme.com/f/christmas-for-kids-2025 Christmas for Kids is a fundraiser created to provide children in need with Christmas gifts. Whether that's donating toys to children's hospitals and foster homes, or sponsoring struggling families. Our goal is to raise $10,000 to spend as follows: Purchasing gifts to donate to children's hospitals and foster homes Sponsoring families in need This campaign was started with the hope to bring back a little happiness to the difficult lives of these children. To put a smile on a child's face is one of the purest forms of joy and fulfillment I kno...
Faith, Fitness, and Fast Lanes - Nick Zakotiria | Episode 312
<p>In this episode, we sit down with Nick Zakotiria a certified health and performance coach, accomplished race car driver, and driving coach. Nick shares his unwavering commitment to fitness and the disciplined routines that keep him at peak performance. We explore the intense focus required behind the wheel, the thrill of racing, and how he balances it all with his deep faith. A devoted man of God, Nick carries his Bible everywhere and is on his way to reading it cover-to-cover for the third time. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about health, passion, and purpose.</p> <p> </p> <p...
He Was Michael Jordans Cuban Cigar Connect! - Scott Anthony | Episode 311
<p>In the BDP studio we have Scott Anthony he shares his unbelievable journey from growing up poor in Chicago and leading a street gang at age 14, dealing cocaine in 80's which lead to him being fugitive on the run for five years while the DEA, FBI, and even Interpol were after him. By the 90's he became one of the biggest Cuban smugglers. Selling Cuban cigars to Michael Jordan, Richard Dent, Shaun Gayle, Donell Wolford so many others!</p> <p>Cigars didn’t just become part of Scott’s story, they changed it. For years, he lived inside a secr...
AI Taking Over And Our Jobs!
<p>In this episode, we're discussing how artificial intelligence it taking over and is everywhere!, ChatGPT writing better emails than us, AI thinking for us, and how the reality of iRobot is closer then we think?!</p> <p >Order The Blueprint & The Diligent Cigars Here!</p> <p > https://www.flyingcigars.com/brands/the-burn-down-podcast/</p> <p > https://getyourcigars.com/products/the-burn-down-podcast-sampler-pack</p> <p >https://tiptopsmoke.com/?s=burn+down+podcast</p>
Plume or Mold!? The Age-Old Debate | Episode 309
<p>This episode was inspired by the recent event of Justin finding MOLD on his 2014 Arturo Fuente BBMF, $100+ cigar, you hate to see!</p> <p>We’ve all heard it — “That’s not mold, it’s plume!” But how do you really tell the difference? In this episode, we dive into one of the most debated topics in the cigar world. We break down what each one actually is, how to identify them, and whether that white dust on your cigar is a badge of honor or a sign to toss it out. Enjoy!</p> <p >Order The Blueprint & The Diligent Cig...
Married to the Rides: Gil Monge’s Custom Car Life | Episode 308
<p>In the studio we have Gil Monge, founder of GCD Auto Studio and Gillin Auto Interiors. Growing up in the South Bronx as the youngest of four brothers, Gil’s passion for cars started early. In 2006, he launched Gillin Auto Interiors, turning that passion into a business. By 2019, he expanded with GCD Auto Studio in Florida, NY—a boutique, state-of-the-art shop for high-end custom builds. His work gained national attention, earning a feature on Downey’s Dream Cars with Robert Downey Jr. on Discovery Channel. Now, Gil shares his automotive lifestyle as host of Married To The Rides on PowerT...
What Is Happening In America? | Episode 307
<p>In this episode, just before we started recording, we heard the news that Charlie Kirk had been assassinated. It makes us ask—what is happening to our society? No matter what side of the political spectrum you’re on, and no matter how much you disagree with someone’s views, it should never justify taking a life over. We must do better!</p> <p> </p> <p >Order The Blueprint & The Diligent Cigars Here!</p> <p > https://www.flyingcigars.com/brands/the-burn-down-podcast/</p> <p > https://getyourcigars.com/products/the-burn-down-podcast-sampler-pack</p> <p >https://tiptopsmoke.com/?s=burn+down+podcast</p>
Construction, Cigars & Cry Babies | Blaise Ridulfo | Episode 306
<p>Inside the BDP studio, we sit down with carpenter union foreman and owner of Blaise Construction, Blaise Ridulfo! He shares what it’s like balancing life in the union while running his own business, how he still finds time to enjoy cigars, and why he believes men are the biggest cry babies. All that and more in this episode!</p> <p> </p> <p >Order The Blueprint & The Diligent Cigars Here!</p> <p > https://www.flyingcigars.com/brands/the-burn-down-podcast/</p> <p > https://getyourcigars.com/products/the-burn-down-podcast-sampler-pack</p> <p >https://tiptopsmoke.com/?s=burn+down+podcast</p>
