The Burn Down Podcast

JS Concealed Carry & Y Not You Media - Jerry Sayegh & Francis Volpe | Episode 314

In the studio we have Jerry Sayegh owner of JS Concealed Carry and former BDP guest Francis Volpe from Y Not You Media and Snacktime.

JS Concealed Carry provides high-quality concealed carry training and firearms education. He equips everyday people with practical skills and respect for the responsibility of firearm ownership. He guides each client through the entire certification and paperwork process to make it simple, supportive, and successful.

 

JS Concealed Carry - https://jsconcealed.com/

Y Not You Media  - https://www.ynotyoumedia.com/

 

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Your Help = Holiday Happiness for Families! | Episode 313

PLEASE DONATE HERE: https://www.gofundme.com/f/christmas-for-kids-2025

 

Christmas for Kids is a fundraiser created to provide children in need with Christmas gifts. Whether that's donating toys to children's hospitals and foster homes, or sponsoring struggling families.

 

Our goal is to raise $10,000 to spend as follows:

• Purchasing gifts to donate to children's hospitals and foster homes
• Sponsoring families in need

 

This campaign was started with the hope to bring back a little happiness to the difficult lives of these children. To put a smile on a child's face is one of the purest forms of joy and fulfillment I know. Every year, thousands of children spend Christmas without toys and family meals, some without warm homes and beds, some in a hospital! There are thousands of families that have fallen on hard times whose struggle seems to double during the holidays.

 

That's where we come in!

 

With the funds we raise, we will sponsor as many families as we can, with whatever they may need this holiday season. Whether that’s food, clothing, toys and games, appliances, help with the bills…whatever we can do to make their holiday season a little brighter.

 

However, rather than spending money at big corporations that don't need it, we shop local. We spend the money at local "mom and pops" stores - small businesses that are family-owned. We find this works two-fold: We can buy gifts for children in need as well as support small businesses!

 

We are asking all of you to write us letters for someone you know that needs a little help during the holidays. We ask that you provide the name of the family, along with a description of their current situation and what we can do to help. If we select your family and you wish to remain anonymous, we will not disclose who sent us the letter. Our goal is to provide these families with gifts, food, a Christmas tree, or even just help with bills. Please send letters using the form on our website: Christmas for Kids Letters.

 

We greatly appreciate all your generosity and support. Please donate and share this page with friends and family. Let's spread the word, spread the love, and spread the spirit of Christmas to the kids!

 

You are amazing! Please stay safe this holiday season.

Thank you and God Bless!

Faith, Fitness, and Fast Lanes - Nick Zakotiria | Episode 312

In this episode, we sit down with Nick Zakotiria a certified health and performance coach, accomplished race car driver, and driving coach. Nick shares his unwavering commitment to fitness and the disciplined routines that keep him at peak performance. We explore the intense focus required behind the wheel, the thrill of racing, and how he balances it all with his deep faith. A devoted man of God, Nick carries his Bible everywhere and is on his way to reading it cover-to-cover for the third time. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about health, passion, and purpose.

 

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He Was Michael Jordans Cuban Cigar Connect! - Scott Anthony | Episode 311

In the BDP studio we have Scott Anthony he shares his unbelievable journey from growing up poor in Chicago and leading a street gang at age 14, dealing cocaine in 80's which lead to him being fugitive on the run for five years while the DEA, FBI, and even Interpol were after him. By the 90's he became one of the biggest Cuban smugglers. Selling Cuban cigars to Michael Jordan, Richard Dent, Shaun Gayle, Donell Wolford so many others!

Cigars didn’t just become part of Scott’s story, they changed it. For years, he lived inside a secret world few ever see, smuggling Cuban cigars into the U.S in the 90's, cutting deals in Havana, and moving boxes worth more than gold.

After rebuilding his life with his fighter’s mindset, he went on to build gyms, consult boxers, import fitness equipment worldwide. Now, he put his experiences on paper to write his first book Smoke: Confessions of a Cuban Cigar Smuggler, dropping this January!

 

Scott Anthony Website: https://www.scottanthonyog.com/

Instagram: @scottanthonyog

 

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AI Taking Over And Our Jobs!

In this episode, we're discussing how artificial intelligence it taking over and is everywhere!, ChatGPT writing better emails than us, AI thinking for us, and how the reality of iRobot is closer then we think?!

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Plume or Mold!? The Age-Old Debate | Episode 309

This episode was inspired by the recent event of Justin finding MOLD on his 2014 Arturo Fuente BBMF, $100+ cigar, you hate to see!

We’ve all heard it — “That’s not mold, it’s plume!” But how do you really tell the difference? In this episode, we dive into one of the most debated topics in the cigar world. We break down what each one actually is, how to identify them, and whether that white dust on your cigar is a badge of honor or a sign to toss it out. Enjoy!

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Married to the Rides: Gil Monge’s Custom Car Life | Episode 308

In the studio we have Gil Monge, founder of GCD Auto Studio and Gillin Auto Interiors. Growing up in the South Bronx as the youngest of four brothers, Gil’s passion for cars started early. In 2006, he launched Gillin Auto Interiors, turning that passion into a business. By 2019, he expanded with GCD Auto Studio in Florida, NY—a boutique, state-of-the-art shop for high-end custom builds. His work gained national attention, earning a feature on Downey’s Dream Cars with Robert Downey Jr. on Discovery Channel. Now, Gil shares his automotive lifestyle as host of Married To The Rides on PowerTube TV.

Website: www.gcdautostudio.com

YouTube: GCD Auto Studio

TV Show: watchpowertubetv.com/watch/builds/married-to-the-rides/about-married-to-the-rides

 

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What Is Happening In America? | Episode 307

In this episode, just before we started recording, we heard the news that Charlie Kirk had been assassinated. It makes us ask—what is happening to our society? No matter what side of the political spectrum you’re on, and no matter how much you disagree with someone’s views, it should never justify taking a life over. We must do better!

 

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Construction, Cigars & Cry Babies | Blaise Ridulfo | Episode 306

Inside the BDP studio, we sit down with carpenter union foreman and owner of Blaise Construction, Blaise Ridulfo! He shares what it’s like balancing life in the union while running his own business, how he still finds time to enjoy cigars, and why he believes men are the biggest cry babies. All that and more in this episode!

 

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Rolling with Luminisa: Brooklyn Roots, Italian Soul

(Audio Technical Difficulties Until 25Mins 18 Sec We Apologize)

Meet Lisa Stramiello better known as Luminisa a vibrant force of nature with unmatched authenticity and electric energy! Born and raised in the heart of Brooklyn, NY, Lumi brings a bold blend of tradition and flair to the world of cigars. Trained by master roller Francisco Almonte of DBL Cigars, she’s a true artisan, handcrafting cigars with precision and passion.

What sets Lumi apart is her deep connection to her Italian American roots, which she channels into every roll. With a vintage aesthetic and soulful vibe, she pays homage to the legacy of Italian cigar rollers, infusing old-world charm with modern artistry.

Our conversations with Lumi were full of laughter, stories from her Brooklyn upbringing, globe-trotting adventures, and the creative spark that fuels her unique vision. CHECK HER OUT! 

 

Instagram: @luminisa_sigaraia

Website: https://www.lasigaraia.com/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@luminisalifestyle

 

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