What's Up Everybody

What's Up Everybody

by Evan Mann
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 new prototypes, fresh glass, and the ambitious six-foot encalmo build. For even more shop talk and tangents, check out the extended Glasses Down segment, available exclusively on Patreon.
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 look at cold working a Proxy Core set and preparing for a six-foot full encalmo bong build. For even more shop talk and tangents, check out the extended Glasses Down segment, available exclusively on Patreon.
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 RBR drain. For even more shop talk and tangents, check out the extended Glasses Down segment, available exclusively on Patreon.
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 a giant experimental Kokopelli Pump Station build. Along the way, Evan reflects on 13 years of BMS and what it means to build the studio alongside a dedicated team. Watch the extended Glasses Down portion of the episode exclusively on Patreon.
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.
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 updates on upcoming drops.
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 matters.
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 Studios, sharing plenty of love for the supporters who’ve helped make it all possible. From there it’s classic WUE energy—stoney tangents, thoughts on the freedom of making the glass he wants versus the limitations of import production, and a few updates on what’s ahead for BMS this year.
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, it’s some Green Dot Otorro appreciation and a thoughtful look at how glass color trends have shifted over time—why certain colors hit hard in different eras and what that says about the scene. Evan also talks plans for the July BMS Patreon sesh before wrapping things up with updates and what’s coming next for Bear Mountain Studios in the weeks ahead.
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. The episode wraps up with plans for an upcoming East Coast sesh and drop, plus final updates as BMS gears up for the next round of releases.
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