Episodes 59
Avg. Duration 1h 55m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (7)
Since Feb 2025
Latest Episode Apr 2026

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Sunday Afternoon Smokes is a long-form podcast hosted by Chris Strother, featuring unhurried conversations with entrepreneurs, founders, business owners, and leaders across the Upstate of South Carolina. Each episode explores business, leadership, faith, risk, and the realities of building something meaningful. Recorded at the table, not the podium. Cigars are part of the setting — never the requirement. Settle in. Enjoy the conversation.

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From Trauma to Triumph: Juliette Pierce on Faith, Identity & Becoming Mrs. Greenville America | Episode 61 with Juliette Pierce

Apr 05, 2026 2h 6m

In this powerful episode of Sunday Afternoon Smokes, Chris sits down with Juliette Pierce—Mrs. Greenville America, athlete, gym owner, and woman of deep faith—for a raw and unhurried conversation…

Building Red Clay, Leading I Define, and Redefining Fatherhood Through Adversity| Episode 60 with Geoff Rhyne

Mar 29, 2026 1h 54m

In this episode of Sunday Afternoon Smokes, Chris sits down on the patio with Geoff Rhyne — chef, entrepreneur, father, and founder of Red Clay Provisions and iDefine Foundation. What starts as a…

Strongman Mindset: Discipline, Failure, and the Pursuit of Pro Status | Episode 59 with Jake Henderson

Mar 22, 2026 1h 34m

In this episode of Sunday Afternoon Smokes, Chris sits down with returning guest Jake Henderson, owner of the Carolina Barbell Club and a competitive strongman athlete training out of Britt’s…

Faith, Forgiveness, and Skincare — Kimberly Bertrand of SmartFace | Episode 58

Mar 15, 2026 2h 6m

In this episode of Sunday Afternoon Smokes, Chris sits down with esthetician and entrepreneur Kimberly Bertrand, founder of SmartFace and SF Ceuticals. Kimberly shares her unexpected journey—from…

Storytelling, Small Business & Community Marketing with Duncan Morrow & Jerry Plumb of Upstate Community Press | Episode 57

Mar 08, 2026 2h 15m

In this episode of Sunday Afternoon Smokes, Chris sits down with Duncan Morrow and Jerry Plumb of Upstate Community Press for a wide-ranging conversation about storytelling, small business, and the…

Faith, Entrepreneurship, and Building Media Lifeline Pro | Episode 56 with Cody Stinson

Feb 22, 2026 2h 6m

In this episode of Sunday Afternoon Smokes, Chris sits down with neighbor and entrepreneur Cody Stinson — founder of Media Lifeline Pro — for a wide-ranging conversation about faith, business,…

Rise Bakery, Artisan Bread, and Building a Sustainable Business | Episode 55 with Julian Loue

Feb 15, 2026 1h 44m

On this episode of Sunday Afternoon Smokes, I sit down with Julian Loue, founder of Rise Bakery, for a conversation about craft, restraint, and building something that lasts. Julian’s path to owning…

Photography, Creative Work, and Finding Purpose Through Craft | Episode 54 with Josiah Hartline

Feb 08, 2026 3h 11m

In this episode of Sunday Afternoon Smokes, I sit down with Upstate photographer and videographer Josiah Hartline for a relaxed, long-form conversation about work, creativity, and calling. We talk…

Episode 53 with Heidi Greening and Jennifer Stewart

Feb 01, 2026 3h 11m

This episode of Sunday Afternoon Smokes was recorded in April 2025 and, for a long time, I believed it had been lost. It turns out it wasn’t. What you’re hearing is a fully unscripted, early-season…

Stroke Recovery, Aphasia, and Brain Injury Rehabilitation | Episode 52 with Courtney Boyd

Jan 25, 2026 2h

Episode Clarification: During the conversation, Courtney misspoke when defining acquired brain injury. An acquired brain injury (ABI) refers to any brain injury that occurs after birth and serves as…

Puppy Training Foundations and Service Dog Preparation | Episode 51 with Sean Martin

Jan 18, 2026 1h 53m

Sean from Jetline Canine Training returns to Sunday Afternoon Smokes after first appearing back in Episode 2 in November 2024. This time, the conversation isn’t about dog training in theory — it’s…

A Biblical Approach to New Year's Resolutions

Jan 04, 2026 40m Bonus

As the new year is upon us, many people begin thinking about goals, plans, and their annual resolutions. While the practice itself is ancient, this episode approaches the topic from a Biblical…

Brand Strategy, Pottery, and the Power of Knowing Who You Are | Episode 50 with Michelle Getz

Dec 28, 2025 1h 51m

Chris sits down with Michelle Getz, brand strategist and potter from the Upstate South Carolina area, for a wide-ranging conversation about what it actually means to build a brand — and why most…

From Food Truck to Restaurant: Building Matty’s Patties | Episode 49 with Matthew Bradford

Dec 21, 2025 2h 9m

In this episode of Sunday Afternoon Smokes, I sit down with Matt Bradford, co-owner and operator of Matty’s Pattys in Anderson, South Carolina, for a laid-back but thoughtful conversation about…

A Very Merry Christmas

Dec 14, 2025 31m

A Very Merry Christmas In this special solo episode of Sunday Afternoon Smokes, I slow things down for the Christmas season and reflect on the true meaning of Christmas. Walking through Luke…

How Property Management Builds Passive Income (and Protects Your Rentals) | Episode 48 with Keith Bowling

Dec 07, 2025 2h 5m

In this episode of Sunday Afternoon Smokes, I sit down with my longtime friend Keith Bowling, a seasoned Upstate South Carolina realtor who recently launched Key Renter Upstate, a property management…

A Very Thanksgiving Episode

Nov 24, 2025 44m

In this special Thanksgiving episode, Chris reflects on the meaning of gratitude through both an American and Biblical lens. He opens with a brief overview of the history of Thanksgiving in the…

Episode 46 with Cory Rutland

Oct 19, 2025 1h 41m

**this episode suffers from some sound quality issues. I don't know why. I'm not a pro, but here it is!** Joining Chris for ep. 46 of SAS is Cory Rutland, co-owner and operator of Local Pie. It's…

How Blackwater Roasters Built a Specialty Coffee Shop in Seneca South Carolina | Episode 45 with Jonboy Ellis and Stephanie Harmon

Sep 28, 2025 1h 59m

Jonboy Ellis, owner of Blackwater Roasters, and Stephanie Harmon, coffee shop manager, sit down with Chris to discuss all things coffee. Jonby and Chris, light up cigars and they jump into the world…

Episode 44 with Bethany Haile

Sep 21, 2025 2h

Bethany Haile, Founder and owner of Bethany's Wildflowers Salon and co-owner of Upstate College of Cosmetology joins sits down with Chris to explore the world of hair and beauty. Due to poor weather,…

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Sunday Afternoon Smokes has published 59 episodes since February 2025, covering topics in Business, Entrepreneurship.

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