Smoke and Oak Podcast

BELLA DAMA CIGARS

What happens when a childhood memory, a world champion mindset, and a passion for premium cigars come together?In this episode of Smoke & Oak, Markus and Greg sit down with the founder of Bella Dama Cigars to explore the story behind the brand. From watching her father enjoy cigars as a young girl to witnessing his journey to becoming a World Series of Poker champion, she shares how perseverance, excellence, and beating the odds shaped both her life and her company.The conversation dives into the inspiration behind Bella Dama Cigars, the pursuit of quality in boutique cigar blending, and the lessons learned from a father who proved that big dreams can come from small towns. It's a story about legacy, determination, and celebrating life's victories—one cigar at a time.Light up and join us for a conversation about family, ambition, cigar culture, and what it truly means to earn your success.

THE BLACK HOUSE EXPERIENCE

Cigar culture has no limits—and this episode proves it.Markus and Greg pull up to The Black House, an elevated self-care speakeasy redefining what recovery and wellness can look like. From contrast therapy and compression therapy to red light therapy, Carlos—the founder of The Black House—has created a space designed not just for athletes, but for everyday people looking to recover from the physical and mental demands of life.Tune in as the conversation blends cigar culture, wellness, entrepreneurship, and intentional living. This episode breaks the stereotype of where cigar culture belongs and highlights how relaxation, recovery, and meaningful conversation can all exist in the same space.Good cigars. Real conversations. Elevated experiences.

INSIDE THE CHAMBERS CIGARS

Greg and Markus link up with Chris Chambers at the The Tampa Club for a conversation elevated in every sense.Chris breaks down the vision behind launching a luxury cigar club—where premium experiences meet true cigar culture. From the atmosphere to the details, it’s built different.Old Fashioneds made with Buffalo Trace in hand, overlooking downtown Tampa… the setting speaks for itself.Real conversations. Premium smokes. No shortcuts.Tap in.

OUR OWN VIBE 2

Our Own Vibe 2 is setting the tone in Ybor—an exclusive, members-only cigar club that’s been buzzing for all the right reasons.Tap in as Greg and Markus sit down, light up, and talk with one of the owners, @thesmokeandstrategy (Tameeka), about the vision behind the space, what makes their membership experience different, and why sweet tip cigars aren’t making the cut.Real conversation. Real culture. No shortcuts. 🔥💨

ORDERED TO BE FUNNY

Comedian Clay Miles pulls up to the Smoke & Oak Podcast and brings nothing but stories, laughs, and real talk. From his upcoming cigar tour across the Tampa Bay area to his journey from D.C. to Tampa, Clay breaks down how he got his start in stand-up comedy and what it really took to chase the craft.We dive into the transition from everyday life to the stage, the grind behind the jokes, and the moments that shaped his voice as a comedian. And of course… it wouldn’t be Smoke & Oak without cigars—Clay shares the wild story of his first cigar experience that had him seeing his dead relatives.Light one up, pour a drink, and tap in for another laid-back, unfiltered conversation.