Strideman,

The best way to get an in is to take them home, but buy a 5-pack sampler to bring home to pops and introduce him to why you enjoy the hobby. If he's smoking with you, there's little mom can do, especially cause she'll see it as a great bonding point for you and him.

Best

P.S. What school?
P.S.S. Never mind, Texas Tech, Go Knight!