Smoking Leaf Podcast

Full Episode | S1E7: The Invaluable Value of Manhood | Smoking Leaf Podcast w/ Guest Brian Francois

In this powerful episode of Smoking Leaf Podcast, we sit down with a special guest Brian Francois — a dear friend and former business partner of the host — for an conversation on manhood, legacy, and survival. Filmed at Zodi'x Cigar Lounge during an exclusive Cut and Light for Marlon Wayan's new cigar Liga Tridente, this episode blends personal history with bold insight. From growing up in New Orleans’ Ninth Ward to surviving Hurricane Katrina and building a legacy rooted in authenticity, this episode is filled with truth, grit, and reflection. Follow Brian: @Fransuave Clothing,  @NormalAintNatural  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCmhMgom9GcDbPJEX2UAc8nw] VisitManchu's Food Store1413 N Claiborne Ave, New Orleans, LA 70116Dee's Xsquisite 1401 St Bernard Ave, New Orleans, LA 70116Zodi'x Cigar Lounge101 Limmer Loop Suite 400, Round Rock, TX 78665 Topics Covered: -Navigating life after Hurricane Katrina -What manhood means today -The power of community and friendship Building legacy through style and storytelling Tune in. Light Up. Enjoy the vibes. Listen now on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts.Like, share and subscribe for more weekly drops & behind-the-scenes content.#smokingleafpodcast #cigarpodcast #cigarlounge #cigarculture #manhood #fathersdayweekend #fathersday #fatherhood #father #family #resilience #love #community #brotherhood #brother #friendship #hurricanekatrinasurvivor #personalgrowth #personaldevelopment #mensmentalhealth #mensmentalhealthmonth #mensmentalhealthawearness

Trailer 2 | S1E7: The Invaluable Value of Manhood | Guest Brian Francois

Full episode Saturday 6.14.25 at 9am Before the business there was survival. In this clip, Brian shares what it was like living through Hurricane Katrina as a young man from the Ninth Ward. #SmokingLeafPodcast #HurricaneKatrinaSurvivor #NinthWardStories #ManhoodUnfiltered #NewOrleansStrong ##FromTheNinthWard #LegacyInTheMaking #MensMentalHealth #RealConversations #FathersDay #FathersDayWeekend #cigarpodcast #cigarlounge

Trailer | S1E7: The Invaluable Value of Manhood | Guest Brian Francois

Full Episode Drops This Saturday @ 9AM CST In this episode, Dapper Joe sits down with a close friend and former business partner Brian for a powerful conversation on what manhood really means — from identity and legacy to growth, brotherhood, and showing up with intention. With Father’s Day this weekend, this isn’t just another interview. It’s a moment. A reflection. A celebration of evolving masculinity. 📺 Streaming on YouTube + Spotify. Tune in. Light up. Enjoy the vibes. #FathersDayWeekend #FathersDay #manhood #ninthward #neworleans #manhood #MensMentalHealthAwarenessMonth #Mensmentalhealth

Full Episode | S1E6: Laughter as Medicine | Smoking Leaf Podcast with Comedian Bryson Brown

In this episode, we sit down with veteran comedian Bryson Brown to explore why humor is one of our most powerful survival tools. From the roots of comedy in culture to how laughter helps us cope with life’s toughest moments, this episode is a deep (and hilarious) dive into why we need comedy now more than ever.We talk comedy, connection, men’s wellness, and the healing power of laughter — with plenty of laughs along the way. Watch the Green Leaf bonus episode here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/bonus-episode-as-128303280?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link [Watch the Green Leaf bonus episode here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/bonus-episode-as-128303280?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link] TikTok & Instagram: @_brysonbrown Facebook, Spotify, Tidal & Apple: Bryson Brown YouTube: Bryson Brown Comedy How A Fella Got His Groove Back coming Summer 2025. 🎧 Available now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Patreon. ✅ Don’t forget to subscribe, like, and share! YouTube: www.youtube.com/@SmokingLeafPodcast [http://www.youtube.com/@SmokingLeafPodcast] Patreon: patreon.com/SmokingLeafPodcast [patreon.com/SmokingLeafPodcast] Follow Usinstagram.com/smokingleafpodcast [instagram.com/smokingleafpodcast] Visit Uswww.smokingleafpodcast.knykt.co [www.smokingleafpodcast.com] #SmokingLeafPodcast #Comedy #Comedian #Laughter #MensWellness #HumorAndHealing #SmokeCulture #HempLifestyle #MensMentalHealth #ComedianInterview #CultureAndStyle #laughter #laughteristhebestmedicine #standupcomedy #standupcomedian #jokes

S1E5: From Hustle to Healing: The Dispensary Owner Changing the Game- Phoenix Den ATX

What does it really take to build something bigger than yourself? In this full episode of Smoking Leaf Podcast, we sit down with the owner of a dispensary who’s changing the narrative. Tune in, light up and enjoy the vibes as TJ Howard, owner of Phoenix Den ATX and High Society Relief Dispensary shares the heart behind the hustle, the motivation that fueled the business, and the vision that’s guiding the future. This is more than a business story. It’s a lesson in ownership, impact, and building legacy in our own communities. Be sure to visit, follow and share @phoenixdenatx and @highsocietyreliefdispensary on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. Location 15424 Farm to Market Rd 1825, #110 [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/110], Pflugerville, TX 78660 Like, share and subscribe for more content on smoke culture, lifestyle, and real conversations. Listen on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Ag7VbhPV91E?si=mXaOe5qZAcJQMnGp [https://youtu.be/Ag7VbhPV91E?si=mXaOe5qZAcJQMnGp] Want access to the Smoking Leaf Podcast green leaf content? Subscribe to our Patreon: patreon.com/SmokingLeafPodcast #SmokingLeafPodcast [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/smokingleafpodcast] #EntrepreneurStories [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/entrepreneurstories] #BlackOwnedBusiness [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/blackownedbusiness] #LegacyBuilding [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/legacybuilding] #CommunityDriven [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/communitydriven] #DispensaryIndustry [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/dispensaryindustry] #HempIndustry [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/hempindustry] #CBDIndustry [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/cbdindustry] #MotivatedMondays [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/motivatedmondays] #BusinessMindset [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/businessmindset] #Hempdispensary [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/hempdispensary] #CBDbusiness [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/cbdbusiness] #CBDentrepreneur [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/cbdentrepreneur] #Blackowneddispensary [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/blackowneddispensary] #Legalhempindustry [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/legalhempindustry] #HowtostartaCBDbusiness [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/howtostartacbdbusiness] #Dispensaryownershipjourney [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/dispensaryownershipjourney] #Hempbusinessowner [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/hempbusinessowner] #Startingadispensary [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/startingadispensary] #CBDculture [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/cbdculture] #CigarandCBDlifestyle [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/cigarandcbdlifestyle] #Hempentrepreneurship [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/hempentrepreneurship] #HealingwithCBD [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/healingwithcbd] #CBDeducation [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/cbdeducation] #Minoritycannabisbusiness [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/minoritycannabisbusiness] #Buildingahempbrand [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/buildingahempbrand] #CBDstartupstory [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/cbdstartupstory] #Dispensarysuccessstory [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/dispensarysuccessstory] #RealtalkCBDbusiness [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/realtalkcbdbusiness] #Fromhustletohealing [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fromhustletohealing] #CBDcommunityimpact [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/cbdcommunityimpact] #Texashempbusiness [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/texashempbusiness] #Smokeloungeanddispensary [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/smokeloungeanddispensary]#Alternativehealingbusiness [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/alternativehealingbusiness]