Show overview
Smoke Break launched in 2025 and has put out 10 episodes in the time since. That works out to roughly 5 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a fortnightly cadence.
Episodes typically run twenty to thirty-five minutes — most land between 29 min and 35 min — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. The publisher flags most episodes as explicit, so expect adult themes or strong language throughout. It is catalogued as a EN-language Society & Culture show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 1 months ago, with 9 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2026, with 9 episodes published. Published by DGLS Media.
From the publisher
Step out for a quick break with hosts CJ and Mary as they talk life, culture, and entertainment while catching a vibe. Along the way, we tap into The Watch List (what we’re currently bingeing), Quick Hits (news and current events), and whatever else is shaping the moment. It’s thoughtful, funny, and unfiltered—the kind of conversation that happens when the pressure’s off.Light one up if that’s your thing, press play, and take a Smoke Break with us.
Latest Episodes
Conspiracy or Theory
Family Dynamics
S1 Ep 8Nostalgia
EThis week on Smoke Break, we’re taking it all the way back.This episode is all about nostalgia — from growing up in the 90s to the 2000s and 2010s, the eras that really shaped us. We’re talking favorite decades, the books we couldn’t put down, the TV shows that inspired us, and those moments in life where everything just felt right.Watch List: We get into what we’ve been watching lately, including The Pitt, Grey’s Anatomy, and a few other shows currently in rotation.The Rundown: As always, we tap into what’s been circulating on social media and break down the latest headlines with our unfiltered takes.
S1 Ep 7Q&A Part 2
EEpisode 7 of Smoke Break is all about MJ stepping into the hot seat—and yes, it was supposed to be 21 questions… but we kept it real with a smooth 10. We’re keeping things light, fun, and a little messy while getting to know MJ on a deeper level.Watch List: This week, we’re talking throwbacks and current obsessions, including Fear Factor, House of the Dragon, and a few other shows in rotation.The Rundown: CJ has a moment—let's just say… homie couldn’t handle his flower. From there, we get into the latest headlines making waves across social media and give our unfiltered takes on what’s been circulating.
S1 Ep 6I Don’t Know You Like That!
EParasocial Relationships, Stans & Influencer ObsessionsWhy are we defending celebrities like they pay our rent?This week on Smoke Break, we’re diving into parasocial relationships, stan culture, and influencer obsessions—because why are we defending celebrities like they’re family?We unpack the psychology behind one-sided emotional bonds, the rise of stan culture sparked by Eminem’s “Stan,” and how online fandoms turned into digital armies. We also get into current conversations surrounding Nicki Minaj, celebrities switching political lanes toward figures like Donald Trump, and whether you can truly separate the artist from the art.This week’s rundown: We talk about the Cardi B concert, Nicki headlines, and other moments living rent-free in the timeline.Watch List: We break down what we’ve been watching—including The Traitors and a few other shows currently in rotation.
S1 Ep 5Throwbacks
EThis week, we’re taking it way back before the polish, before the upgrades, before we knew what we were doing 😭. Episode 5 is a compilation of never-released conversations from the early days of the show.Is the audio quality perfect? Absolutely not. Is the conversation unhinged, honest, and hilarious? Very much yes.Think raw takes, wild tangents, accidental comedy, and moments that probably should’ve stayed in the vault… but were too funny to ignore. This episode is a reminder that before the “new and improved,” there was chaos, and honestly, that’s where the magic was.Sit back, laugh with us, and enjoy a glimpse into the origins of the madness.
S1 Ep 4Q&A
EThis week on Smoke Break, MJ puts CJ in the hot seat with a fun Q&A that helps listeners get to know CJ better—while uncovering a few surprises along the way. We also tap into our Watch List with Project Runway All Stars and break down what’s keeping us tuned in. Plus, Quick Hits returns with the latest in news, celebrity gossip, entertainment, and everything the internet is talking about.👉 Follow us on Instagram @smokebreakpodcle Got show suggestions, news, or topic ideas? Email us at [email protected] in, stay connected, and don’t forget to take your smoke break. 💨🎙️
S1 Ep 3Dating Apps
EOn this Smoke Break, we get into dating apps—our first times swiping, the horror stories, and whether finding real love online is actually possible. The Watch List breaks down All Her Fault on Peacock, plus new upcoming series, and Quick Hits wraps it up with witty takes on the trending topics.
S1 Ep 2Pretend Friends
EOn this Smoke Break, we talk fake friends — the warning signs, the red flags, and the final straw. The Watch List is in full effect with our current favorite shows, followed by Quick Hits, where we break down trending topics with witty banter. Real talk, no fake energy.
Ep 1A New Leaf
EGrab your lighter and pull up a chair. CJ and Mary are on a Smoke Break and getting real about life transitions. From career moves to starting families and the friendships you outgrow along the way, we explore what it really means to step into a new chapter.