Episodes
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Prep Steps
Episode 194 starts off highlighting some small changes for a function reshape: a relocated disc, three drain paths, compact forms, along with testing an experimental quartz nail the team already suspects will not work. The test fails, but the diagnosis paves the way for upgrades and re-works.…
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Post Sesh
This episode starts with the first completed Patreon Design Challenge, a member-submitted piece combining two RBRs sharing one joint and mouthpiece. Evan breaks down its four diffusers and braided drains, and also revisits the Pump Station style prototype from the last episode, while reflecting...
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Sesh Prep
Evan takes a closer look at the newest hybrid kokopelli, breaking down its unique design and function, before showing off matching sherbet/royal jelly bloop and halo RBRs inspired by the new plasma peak pro. Then it's into the shop as the team prepares for the 4th annual Patreon Sesh, works on…
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Working Cold
Evan showcases the team's latest crushed opal work, including a full 10mm Bloop RBR, and explains what sets Bloops apart from traditional RBRs. He also dives into Core turbine top airflow, rare uranium glass, the expanded PuffCon Gauntlet, and takes you into the studio for a behind-the-scenes…
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Back To Work
This week, Evan recaps the Stoked event, breaks down the differences between the Micro and Nano RBR, and shares why color prep is one of the most challenging parts of glassblowing. He also takes you into the studio for a behind-the-scenes look at cold working, color work, and building a Mini DD…
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Welcome To Bear Mountain Studios
Evan kicks off the new WUE format with some BMS history, function talk, and a full studio tour. He breaks down the 3:3 RBR, the Kokopelli Hybrid, and new stackable quartz HSA Nail variants before diving into the day-to-day chaos of Bear Mountain Studios—color prep, Puffco tops, tricky welds, and…
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Family Trips, New Ideas & High Times Returns
Evan catches up on the past couple of weeks, including 4/20, family trips, and plans for the upcoming Stoked event and BMS Denver sesh. Along the way, he talks concentrates, cannabis legislation in Colorado, the return of High Times, and the challenges of coming up with new ideas in the scene.
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Triple Proxy Builds & Clear Cavalier Function
Evan checks in with studio updates, upcoming events, and BMS classes before getting into some new builds, including a proxy core straight tube, a triple proxy core piece, and a clear cavalier bubbler with a matching stand. Lots of function, shop talk, and classic stoney tangents throughout, plus...
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Crunk Collabs, Halo History & Glass Variety
This week’s episode is a glass-heavy one. Evan talks new prototype ideas, the history behind the 3:2 Halo build, and shows off a huge Crunk collab, uranium glass, and recycling cavalier. He also shares thoughts on the new Puffco Proxy core and why variety in glass and vaporizing styles really...
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Puffco Shop Visit, Terp Appreciation & BMS Reflections
Evan catches up on the past couple of weeks, including a visit from the Puffco crew at the shop and some exciting updates on the horizon. With a little terp appreciation in the mix, he shows off some standout BMS pieces running on the Puffco Link and reflects on the journey of Bear Mountain...
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New Puffco Tech & Glass Trends
Evan kicks off this episode by showing off an exciting new release from Puffco and diving into what this new tech could mean for the glass community. He shares what he appreciates about the design and innovation, and how it fits into the evolving relationship between glass and tech. From there,...
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Octopus Collab, Pivot Tips & Studio Updates
Evan checks in with updates from the past few weeks, including the Bear Mountain Studios Instagram situation and staying optimistic while things get sorted. He shares Puffco Pivot tips and tricks using BMS tops, shows off some fresh new glass, and dives into the Octopus Chad Wook collaboration.…
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Quartz Deep Dive with @ech_glassworks
This episode is all about quartz. Evan is joined by Evan of @ech_glassworks, the mind behind BMS quartz, for an in-depth conversation on heating techniques, temperature reading, cleaning and maintenance, and nail build comparisons including slim, HSA, and bucket styles. They also talk future BMS...
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Cleaning Quartz, Christmas Trees & Big RBR Energy
Evan kicks off the episode by showing off fresh glass and new BMS quartz, including the encalmo Juggernaut RBR and a look at the quartz nail cleaning “water feature.” From there, he dives into fire stories and shop talk—covering alcohol fires, iso vs. acetone for cleaning glass and quartz, and…
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Patreon Recap, New Quartz & Stoney Tangents
Evan starts things off with a recap of the recent Patreon event and presale, sharing plenty of appreciation for everyone who showed up and supported. From there he jumps into some killer glass and BMS quartz, including new RBR variants, an HJR, and a hilarious little brain-rot meme dry piece.…
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Stoney Tangents & Double-Nail Function
Evan gears up for the upcoming Patreon event, sharing plans, hopes for strengthening the BMS community, and why these smaller hangouts mean so much. He dives into the latest advancements in BMS quartz, breaking down comparisons between 5mm and 10mm pieces, and takes a few classic stoney detours —...
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Puffcon Recap & California Vibes | WUE Podcast Ep. 178
Evan dives into a full Puffcon recap—sharing stories from the crew’s California adventure, from meeting Eric Andre to exploring wine country on Catalina Island. He wraps things up with updates on upcoming drops and details about the next Patreon sesh.
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Proxys, Gauntlets & Puffcon Hype | WUE Podcast Ep. 177
Evan kicks things off with updates from the past couple weeks and plenty of excitement as Puffcon gets closer. He shares huge appreciation for the BMS team before diving into some new Proxy pieces and the Gauntlet lineup made for Puffcon—complete with a full-on function showcase. In between…
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Pump Station Build & Puffcon Prep | WUE Podcast Ep. 176
Evan starts off by catching up on the week and sharing his excitement about heading to Puffcon with the team. You’ll get a look at the Proxy Crown in action before diving into the brand new pump station build with a full function walkthrough and color breakdown. Evan also breaks out the Pivot for…
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Meet Patrick | The WUE Podcast Episode 175
In this episode, Evan sits down with Patrick, one of the most important members of Bear Mountain Studios. Patrick shares how he got his start in glass and what his day-to-day looks like at the shop. A fun and laid-back conversation you won’t want to miss.
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Lasers, Hash Carnivals & MF DOOM Vibes | The WUE Podcast Episode 174
Evan kicks things off with a catch-up since the last episode, including his guest spot on the Matt Robertson podcast. He shares new quartz and glass pieces, plus exciting BMS updates—lasers, new ideas, and even hash carnival games planned for Puffcon. Evan also showcases the MF DOOM-inspired RBR...
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Prototype Pivot Top & 7/10 Highlights | The WUE Podcast Episode 173
Evan kicks things off by catching up after the last couple of weeks and sharing his experience at the 7/10 Puffco event, including some love and appreciation for the community. He shows off a brand new prototype Pivot Top with a show-stopping function demo, and breaks down his go-to setups and...
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Refining Puffcos, Signature Builds & Community Hopes | The WUE Podcast Episode 172
Evan rolls into this week’s episode with some fresh glass and function to show off, highlighting new adjustments to the BMS Puffco attachments as he and the team continue to refine and learn. He shares thoughts on where the community might be headed in the next few years and the positive changes…
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New Quartz Nails, Glass Reflections & BMS Goals | The WUE Podcast Episode 171
Evan starts this week’s episode by showing off some fresh pieces and the very first in-house made quartz nails from BMS. He dives into the studio’s quartz journey so far and shares his reflections on glass culture—especially the “big boom” years of 2011–2015. Evan also talks about his goal of...
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Quartz Talk & Glass Philosophy | The WUE Podcast Episode 170
Evan kicks off this episode with a few updates and appreciation for all the support on the recent drop. He shares a look at some new pieces and dives into exciting progress on working with quartz—paving the way for BMS to manufacture its own quartz products in the future. From performance and...
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Halos, Attachments & Terp Talk | The WUE Podcast Episode 169
This week, Evan opens the episode with a little terp appreciation before diving into a breakdown of the 3:2 Halo RBR and the DD Halo RBR. From there, it’s all about the BMS Puffco attachments—showcasing each one and talking through the function, design, and differences. He closes things out with…
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Catching Up, Florida Vibes & Backstreet Boys Rants | The WUE Podcast Episode 168
Evan opens this week’s episode with a catch-up from the last few weeks—talking about the 30-footer bong, some wild new ideas, and the fam’s recent trip to Florida. From reflective rants and stoney side stories to hash talk and unexpected tangents (including a full-on Backstreet Boys moment), it’s...
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New Guest & Big Build Energy | The WUE Podcast Episode 167
This week, Evan welcomes a new guest to the show—Jack (@jackthedablad)—for a chill sesh and some great conversation. They dive into fresh ideas for builds, execution details on certain pieces, plans for the 30-footer, and a bit of background on Jack himself. Plus, plenty of good vibes, glass…
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Super Inception RBR & Future Visions | The WUE Podcast Episode 166
Evan kicks things off with a hit from a nano before unveiling the Super Inception RBR, diving into its inspiration, challenges, and function. Along the way, he goes on some classic side tangents—touching on life, personal reflections, and even the dream of making a rocket bong. As the episode…
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Testing New Setups & Exploring Innovation | The WUE Podcast Episode 165
Kicking things off with a function test of the new Dr. Dabber coffee pourover setup, we jump into the latest BMS updates and ideas in the works. Evan reflects on industry trends, the cycle of innovation, and how new technologies shape the scene. From liquid-cooled computers to hidden Easter egg...
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New Year, New Challenges & Pump Station Hits | The WUE Podcast Episode 164
Kicking things off with a pump station hit, Evan dives into a custom order and BMS updates, including a sesh with Honeycomb and pushing through adversity. Evan breaks down the next drop for Super Bowl Sunday, the challenges of balancing glass and media, and refinements to RBRs. A live music...
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Episode 163
Evan kicks things off with some alien talk before diving into BMS updates for the new year, including plans for an even bigger bong build. He shares his take on electronic vs. traditional glass rigs, shows off a mini DD Halo RBR in “Ion,” and provides updates on upcoming drops, YouTube, Patreon,...
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Episode 162
Kicking off 2025, Evan reflects on the past year, shares stories from a snowboarding trip, and dives into stoney rants. He talks about his “Armillary” build for a collab with Salt, upcoming drops, and goals for expanding BMS. Join him for reflections, updates, and plenty of good vibes to start…
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Episode 161
Evan recaps the recent pre-sale and catches up on the past couple weeks, all while rocking a festive look. He dives into some fun stoney rants about Lord of the Rings and World of Warcraft with his wife before showcasing the glass of the day. Evan also shares his thoughts on the viral drone...
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Episode 160
In this episode, Evan reveals some exciting new pieces and expresses gratitude for the amazing support from the recent pre-sale. He shares a fun update about Tim Butterly and his crew visiting the studio before diving into the build and function of the new "minimalist tube" and HJR. Evan also...
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Episode 159
Evan kicks things off with some storytelling and then dives into the amazing build of the red/white/black encalmo RBR. Tangents on anime, import glass, and future perspectives. Evan introduces the Terp Saber, sharing its inspiration, build, and incredible function. He wraps up with a full...
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Episode 158
Catch the latest WUE podcast episode where Evan shares insights from his two-week collaboration with Chaka and Samson, and reveals the intricacies of their joint projects.
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Episode 157
Tune into the latest WUE podcast where Evan discusses the impact of Hurricane Helene on the glass community and explores the intriguing world of Bio-computers. Plus, he shares some real-life tips on maintaining sanity and setting priorities!
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Episode 156
Catch Evan in action as he introduces the sleek BMS 'Bubble Duke' dry piece. He then takes a detour through the enigmatic 3-Mile Island and AI's latest escapades, gears up for a 'second moon' event, and showcases a massive new flower piece. BMS is plotting a more cunning game plan for dropping...
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Episode 155
This week, Evan kicks things off by showcasing the modified 2ft slurper. He’s also spilling the tea on the year’s final drops and brewing dreams of a ‘farmers market’ cannabis style community for the future.
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Episode 154
Tune into the latest “terp talk” where Evan discusses ideas for new cap styles and slices of leadership wisdom. Explore BMS class brainstorming and a fungi story that’ll grow on you, literally. Find out how media shake-ups are stirring the pot for future drops.
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Episode 153
Let's dive into the tug-of-war between the Puffco peak and conventional tech, and explore how the 'black market' shook the glass world. We'll take the peak RBR for a spin, and drop some glass wisdom inspired by a fresh prototype. Evan's giddy over the bloop RBR peak top, and we'll chat about the...
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Episode 152
Evan and Cormac hit the East Coast, crashing one of their favorite podcasts and mingling with New York City's finest comedians. Expect a blend of updates on BMS, witty banter, and some hilariously insightful stoned musings on life and self.
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Episode 151
In the latest WUE podcast episode, Evan and his dad Joe engage in a hilarious debate about aliens and beyond...
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Episode 150
Evan starts out by diving into the second annual Patreon sesh where caution meets chaos in the life of a business owner. Relive the hash heydays of the early 2010s, then fast forward to Evan's alien theories and nostalgic nods to the first Patreon sesh. Brace yourself for a wild New York tale…
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Episode 149
On the latest episode of the WUE podcast Evan does a deep dive into the current industry changes.
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Episode 148
Evan dives into the elusive world of clear and colored glass, and explores how artists juggle their creativity with commerce. Amidst all the growing pains and stoney musings, we're pumped about the future and truly grateful for your rock-solid support. Don't miss out—come celebrate with a final…
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Episode 147
Evan spills the beans on the latest social media changes, the shift to schedule 3, the stands for the taffy collabs, and our upcoming Patreon sesh!
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Episode 147
Evan spills the beans on the latest social media changes, the shift to schedule 3, the stands for the taffy collabs, and our upcoming Patreon sesh!
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