Poppa P’s Podcast

On this week's episode, Del and Scott are back for another solo episode where they talk about the experiences cigars have brought them together for and upcoming experience opportunities for their community!

Del and Scott had an incredible weekend at the "Super Bowl of cigars," AKA the 2026 PCA National Convention! On this week's episode, they are recapping their weekend and letting you in on what they brought home with them.

On this week's episode, Del and Scott are joined by Sacra Victoria! Sacra is a bartender at Poppa P's Smoke Shoppe and Lounge, an incredible guitarist, and a fashion designer, and always impresses us with what he is working on. Get to know the Sacra and stop by the lounge to try one of her fan favorite cocktails.

On this week’s episode, Del and Scott are joined by Scott Nelson, now a Founding Partner at Brentwood Ventures. Scott brings an extensive background in the music industry, including a key role in instrument development, with a legacy that began when he learned to play the organ at a young age. Over a cigar, the three discuss what they’re smoking, Scott’s career and impact, and the evolution of AI.

On this week's episode, Del and Scott are joined by Steve Dady. Steve is the owner and chief engineer of Sunset Blvd. Steve records hundreds of projects a year, from major label recording artists to custom albums and demos.

On today's episode, Scott and Del are joined by Carles from Atsiniki Cigars! Founded in 2017 by Charles Robinson, Atsiniki Cigars is a boutique cigar brand based in Nashville, TN, that creates premium cigars celebrating Indigenous culture.

On today's episode, Del and Scott take a moment to reflect on the past two years of Poppa P's Smoke Shop and Lounge being in business at their (not so new anymore) new location. From the initial planning stages, the community, the events, and everything in between, they are so grateful for the joy this community has brought.

On today’s episode Del and Scott are joined by the faces behind The Franklin Rodeo! For 75 years, the Franklin Rodeo has welcomed fans from across the United States and around the world, becoming one of Middle Tennessee’s most cherished traditions. Tickets for the Franklin Rodeo are on sale now! https://www.franklinrodeo.com/tickets

On today's episode, Poppa P and Del tackle one of the burning cigar question: does size matter? They dive deep into the nuances of cigar sizing and discuss how the dimensions of a cigar affect the smoking experience.

On today’s episode Del and Poppa P are joined by Poppa P’s Smoke Shoppe and Lounge regular and locker holder Ed. They discuss the community surrounding smoke lounges and how cigars can bring people from all walks of life together!

On this week's episode, Poppa P and Del are joined by Tyler Graham, aka The Lawn Review. Tyler, Poppa P, and Del enjoy a cigar while Tyler shares behind-the-scenes stories from his viral cigar and whiskey lounge construction. You can find Tyler and his projects on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and Facebook!

On this week’s episode Del and Poppa P are joined by the president of Desnudo Tequila, Brandon Korthuis. While trying a flight of tequila the three discuss Brandon’s journey to Desnudo, his career at In & Out and everything in between.

This week, Del and Poppa P are joined by Perdomo's Tennessee sales rep, Dennis Meehan! As they enjoy their cigars, they discuss Dennis' journey to his role at Perdomo, his past experience that led him there, and everything in between!

On this week's episode, Poppa P and Del are joined by Leanne to discuss her introduction to smoking cigars, women's spaces in the cigar world, and more!

Poppa P and Del are joined by wine sommelier and Cool Springs Wines and Spirits Wine Manager Jeff Warzynski to discuss pairing wine with cigars.

This week Del and Poppa P enjoy a cigar and great conversation with Tim Ozgener. Tim is the Founder of Oz Family Cigars, the Co-Founder and President of Oz Arts, and the Former President of CAO International.

On this week's episode, Poppa P and Del have brought a list of their five favorite cigars of 2025, as well as a list of honorable mentions. The best part? They haven't seen each other's lists, so their favorites are just as much of a surprise to you as they are to each other!

On this week's episode, Scott and Del are reflecting on the history of Poppa P's Smoke Shoppe and giving you a peek behind the curtain on the process of building their new storefront and lounge. From the decision to open Franklin, Tennessee's very own "Cheers," complex air filtration systems, and more, this episode is for everyone who has wondered "what goes into opening a cigar lounge?"

Poppa P and Del are making Christmas easy this year! Check out their picks for the cigar lover in your life and make this their best Christmas yet. From stocking stuffers to gifts under the tree, we have you covered on this week's episode.

On this week's episode, Poppa P and Del are smoking great cigars and talking about cigar prices, tariffs, and what Poppa P's Smoke Shoppe and Lounge has done to make pricing more accessible to their patrons.

Welcome to Poppa P's Podcast. Join Scott "Poppa P" Partridge and Del Hickman in their first episode as they introduce themselves and share what to expect from this podcast.