The CigarCast: Recent Episodes

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Two guys enjoying life, one cigar at a time.

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Mission Cigar owner and friend of the show Mark joins us to posit a topic, and then we hold him hostage for the second half of the show. New cigar from Espinosa and Rocky makes it to Antarctica

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Life hacks are stupid, and we highlight several. Humidor upgrades, and Trae gets irrationally angry about a cutter.

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Aganorsa, Padron y Fuente delays again, and Stats on friendship.

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Card games that aren't poker, uptight representatives that need someone to poker, A new competition that probably won't let you use a cigar poker, and more.

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Why is horse racing not more popular in cigar shops, the CSA is standing up for flavored cigars and why you should care, and the origin of cigar bands.

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Mormon Cigars, The UK eyes phased cigar ban, What's the future look like for Luciano, and the origins of the word "Dude"

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Thanksgiving cigars, when to eat your pie, and new release from Placencia and more

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The how to for maximizing your takings at a cigar sweepstakes, how much does age impact a cigar, and more

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If you had 2 minutes in a humidor to smash and grab, what's your strategy? Tons of new releases, one or two maybe worth checking out. And, the CRA Freedom sampler is back.

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A lot of new releases this week. Special edition sized for regular production blends, yes/no? Finally a manly accessory that Shane can appreciate.

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We are joined by Zach Fulkerson from the Mission staff, who quickly climbs the charts of Trae's favorite guests. The third saturday cigar finally makes its debut, and Shane hates art.

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The UK wants to ban tobacco starting with 13 yr olds. Haunted hotels in FL, All or nothing philosophies, and Shane's weird beef with food trailers

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Sales trends and a potential explanation, Mobile lounge case study, 30 under 30 is the best category for any topic, and Kayfabe - now that everyone knows what it is, we can't use it anymore

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Bricktoberfest from JC Newman is on its way, The holiday gift pack season is upon us, and what size pond should you be in?

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Cigar Prices go up, hopefully quality does too. Do you care which celebrities endorse your cigars, and Crytid corner #3 - dear God I've created a monster.

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New monster series on its way, Camacho finally with something new, Our very last victory cigar story, Cryptid Corner 2, and the most tedious and ridiculous philosophical discussion of all time.

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Mural update, Hawaiian tobacco coming to humidors near you, The first ever "Will Shane Eat It", and the birth of a new segment - Cryptid Corner

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Liga's getting the ultra premium price treatment, Big Sky cigars are phenomenal, FDA not wasting time sticking their nose out on another limb, and ridiculously expensive cutters

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Now with 50% more episode - We are joined by a very special guest, talk about JC Newman's clock tower being turned into a lego set, another round of overpriced new releases, and cigar bar etiquette

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We are joined by a very special guest, talk about JC Newman's clock tower being turned into a lego set, another round of overpriced new releases, and cigar bar ettiquette

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What to talk about in the cigar shop, when does a mural become a sign, and more importantly, why does Shane think all murals are graffiti? Are cigar lounges a good move for casinos? All that and more.

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The FDA dragon has been slain (at least for now). Tatuaje release a new cigar that looks just like the others. CRA put a sampler our, you should buy it. Alaska is beautiful and other hot takes from Shane.

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Pre-cut cigars, can they work? What will we do with the lack of CT tobacco this year? and Hooten Young finally gives us something in a workhorse price point

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The last of our PCA show recap, speculation on American tobacco crop, and new releases from freud and Hooten Young

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Why do we care so much about Jack the Ripper? Some great stories from PCA 2023, and some news of new releases

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Who's going to the cigar box guitar festival? Willie of Mission fame drops by and talks us through the curious world of munitions manufacturing. We also talk state tobacco taxes

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Foundation pricing, small cigars, vaudeville - this episode has everything!

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The boys go straight through with no break, so hang on. PCA show vendors, Oliva new release, and we get a little political

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A mystery cigar has appeared, and the boys do a blind taste test. We look at some of the more unusual PCA vendors to be at the show this year, and how would you market a new cigar?

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The bible study folks are at it again, let's hope the cigar is more creative than the name, EP carillo needs help blending their cigars, and Joya does special edition pricing right.

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Papas Fritas make an appearance in this double-header recording. What's on TV in the local show and what should be?

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Papas Fritas make an appearance, Oliva opens a new cigar processing facility, and Fuente has one burn down, and how objective can a cigar reviewer be?

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What happened to guayaberas, what happens when you're too successful, pocket knife buyer's guide, and what happened to Micallef?

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A whole lot of time and effort invested in something for no monetary gain. How much would you pay for a piece of TV history? Cigar rolling classes, yea or nah?

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This one got away from us, folks. Polling the audience live, Dog barking, it's really a miracle a show came out of this at all. On the bright side, we smoked the freestyle live cigar and loved it. Also the usual tomfoolery.

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AJ Fernandez Figurado and a Leaf by Oscar make appearances. Legislators getting things right for a change. Cigar big 3 back at the PCA show, What would the world be like if everyone were twice as smart, and a compelling reason to marry a dart player

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Cigar Switcheroo as we try to guess what we're smoking. Freud cigars hits the market, and cigar cinema is more than just movies that happen to have a cigar in them.

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Caldwell 15 minutes of fame, firehouse cigar brands, too many $20 cigars, and shane tries to go literary

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As if it's any different than normal, we give bad cigar tips. Also Shane moves through the topics like a man on a mission. A couple of La Aroma de Cubas make an appearance as well.

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Really bad accessories, Really bad business decisions, and really bad websites. Luckily the cigars this week were good.

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The second half of our sit down with Mark Collins on Mission Cigars and Social in lead up to their 1st anniversary party this Saturday April 1.

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Please enjoy this early release of the first half of this week's show with one of the owners of Mission Cigars & Social who incidentally are having their first anniversary this Saturday April 1st from 4-9PM

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Shane smokes an unnamed, unmarked, unremarkable while Trae revisits the Perdomo well. UFOs, Opening day cigars, and Limiting news intake.

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JC Newman tampa factory update. We lay the groundwork for starting new traditions, New release from LFD, and could an alcohol-free social club make it?

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Whisky Fungus should be the name of a cigar, What's a Renaissance man, Can we trust Avo, and More hog-killing stories that you can shake a stick at.

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Shane uses Trae as fodder for a social experiment, Branding, Animal Fights, and Folk Heroes, what more could you ask for.

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Should you give up cigars for lent? The art of the gentleman's gentleman. Getting ready for spring smoking season, and more.

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Pedro Gonzalez, long-time friend of the show and owner of Don Gonzalez cigars stops by and helps us plan the future of cigars, shares some stories, and we talk unsolved mysteries of the universe.

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For some inexplicable reason, we do this show from the past. 5 year old CAO Anacondas and Etiquette tips for assisting women's coats and hat wearing

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Shane thinks there is still cigar accessory technology to be discovered, doesn't recognize shapes the same way others do, and avoids answering his own hypothetical. Trae smokes a San Lotano Bull and gets the usual level of indignant.

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Shane thinks there is still cigar accessory technology to be discovered, doesn't recognize shapes the same way others do, and avoids answering his own hypothetical. Trae smokes a San Lotano Bull and gets the usual level of indignant.

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A pair of LFDs make the rare appearance as we talk through courage and a long soliloquy on bigfoot. We lost the first 2 minutes of the show, but we're talking about fruit cake - in case you were curious.

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Tales of travels and mystic abilities start of the show, why does everyone insist on exploiting the Chinese Zodiac for cigar releases, Wyoming hates progress, and a world's first all Transylvanian tobacco cigar, the blood of vlad from Don Olivan

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Pros and Cons of cigar tourism and how to pick your companions, the rare agreement on politics, and why on earth would anyone need a mouthpiece for their cigar?

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Lots of pricey cigar talk this week, with Trae smoking the World Cup special edition from Plasencia, and the announcement of the LFD Golden Solomon. It's also our annual time to talk new year's resolutions

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Lots of pricey cigar talk this week, with Trae smoking the World Cup special edition from Plasencia, and the announcement of the LFD Golden Solomon. It's also our annual time to talk new year's resolutions

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Recorded right before Christmas, we both smoke from the Padron Anniversary sampler. Lot's of policy talk from around the globe, and we get really in the weeds on grilling. Happy New Year to everyone!

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We are joined once again by our Friend Derek, fresh off the set of his new movie. We talk staple recipes and holiday gift giving and more

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We are joined once again by our Friend Derek, fresh off the set of his new movie. We talk staple recipes and holiday gift giving and more

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Christmas and stockings preoccupy our minds while we have a San Cristobal Revelation and a Tatuaje Verocu. We hopefully sort out our problem with the intro disappearing, and apparently there are strong feelings on credentials.

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A cigar smoked on spec and an oldie but a goodie from AJ while the notion of old world crypto and making a graceful exit from a shop take center stage.

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While the cigars were somewhat uninspired, (Blackened and Aganorsa Validation), the conversation was not. Lots of new releases to talk about, and more animal talk than usual.

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We're joined by our first guest in a very long time, and everyone smoked the Dorado from AJ. Very little cigar content this week, but we got to know the ins and outs of motorcycle clubs and how to start one.

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We both had to settle connundrums of how to interact with the world, which will not be surprising to anyone who's ever met us. Cigars are a Tatuaje 10th and a La Galera Maduro and Shane hates soccer, which will surprise no one.

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A week later than expected, it's mystery cigar week where we try to identify two unbanded sticks. Also, Shane does the whole show with only half his face.

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We sample the Caldwell halloween special release, and Shane is in quite the mood this week. Trae plays cut-rate therapist while he complains about loud vehicles, people acting as salmon (?), and review ransom. Buckle in folks.

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The boys return with a Padron and an Alec Bradley double broadleaf. We touch on some housekeeping items for the show and a look forward, plus an old building for sale, and even older cigars in a museum

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Shane smokes an LFD Airbender Chisel, Trae smokes the new heritage blend from H. Upmann and AJ Fernandez. The boys catch up on their time away, talk about top 25 from 2021, some changes to FDA definitions, and more.

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Shane and Trae are recording once again from BigBoy's Cigar Lounge and they talk islnd cigar shops, New Zealand's smoking ban, and more.

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Shane smokes a Drew Estate 20 acre farm, Trae smokes a Micallef A, and the boys talk gift guides, Smoking at a castle and the proliferation of wining and dining at a cigar lounge

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Trae smokes an AJ New World, Shane smokes a cigar that he ultimately rates a 6, but whose name escapes me. The boys talk new cutters, Cigar bars fighting to stay open, and $17k LE humidors that no one is asking for.

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Shane and Trae are joined by Derrick Purvis, and everyone smokes cigars from Hiram and Soloman. The boys talk german cigar distribution, crafting and the pursuit of the handmade, and how many bats is too many bats?

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Shane smokes a Blackbird Cuco, Trae smokes and Crowned Heads Serie E, and the boys talk about a new Cigar Brand out of Utah, someone finally getting cigar exemptions right, and Thanksgiving food.

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Shane smokes a Don Lino Maduro, Trae smokes a La Aurora ADN, and the boys talk new cutters, the new Villager factory, and the Oliva advent calendar

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Shane smokes a St. Lois Rey Carenas, Trae smokes a La Gloria Cubana Criollo de Oro, and the boys talk World Series, new releases from Oliva and Rocky, and plan a cigar crawl

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The boys are joined once again by friend of the show, Jay Drescher, and everyone smokes out of the Monster Mash box. Shane smokes the wolf, Trae smokes the Jason, and Jay smokes the Krueger while they talk haunted cigar shops book writing

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Shane smokes a Kintsugi from Alec & Bradley, Trae smokes a Padron 4000, and the boys talk about new releases from Fuente and Tatuaje, The worst halloween candy, and weird collections.

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Trae smokes a Don Lino maduro from Miami Cigar, Shane smokes a Davidoff Winston Churchill, and the boys talk about a Rolls Royce humidor, rock and roll myths and legends, and how to end a conversation

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Shane and Trae both smoke the new Society by La Gloria Cubana, and the boys talk substantial equivalence, beruit exclusives, and ghost stories

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Shane and Trae both smoke the Plasencia Alma Fuerte Solomon, and the boys talk about variety samplers, wrestling (for some reason), and coded language

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Trae and Shane both smoke the Fiat Lux from Luciano cigars, and the boys talk bitcoin and mental posture

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Shane and Trae both smoke the Rocky Patel Sixty, and the boys talk about new releases and off label uses for cigars

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Shane smokes a LCA Chico, Trae smokes a Blackbird Crow, and neither one are terrible happy with their choices. The boys talk about happiness, Jeremy Piven, and obsolescence. Settle in, folks, it's a bit of a weird one.

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Shane smokes a La Aurora Puro Vintage LE, Trae smokes a Don Lino Africa Churchill, and the boys talk about FDA and vaping, Return of the Yagua, and a lot of hypotheticals

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Shane and Trae both smoke the Cavalier Geneve Limited Edition 2021 and the boys talk about a new ST dupont lighter that no one asked for, the new CRA sampler pack, and things you think you could so in a pinch

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Shane and Trae both smoke a Herrera Esteli Flying Pig limited edition, and the boys talk about jewelry, Davidoff changes in leadership, and Swisher suing the FDA

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The boys are joined by Tom Petty of Blanco Cigars, and they all smoke the Blanco Nine while discussing what's new with Blanco cigars and more.

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Shane and Trae both smoke an Alec Bradley "It's a Boy", and the boys talk about cigar shop dress codes, special releases for online retailers, and strange laws that are on the books.

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Shane smokes a My Father Fonseca, Trae smokes a LJ Peretti Natural, and the boys talk about PCA attendance, Classic insults, and whether any cigar is worth $1500

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Shane smokes a Don Lino Africa, Trae smokes an Antano Connecticut, and the boys talk about cigar-friendly golf courses, sauce vs. gravy, and conversational narcissism.

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In a rare "take two" episode, we join our heroes with cigars already in progress. Shane smokes a 14x50 behemoth from Don Gonzalez and Trae smokes the Romeo Reserva Real Nicaragua, and the boys have a philosophy episode

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Shane smokes a year of the rat, Trae smokes a La Promesa, and they talk pca exclusives and blind tasting

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Shane and Trae both smoke the Crux Epicure Maduro, and the boys talk about new accessories from Opus, honoring someone's legacy, and chaos.

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Trae and Shane both smoke the event-only Undercrown 10 - Tuani, and the boys talk several new releases, legislation update, and the effort differential between good and great

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Shane smokes a Hiram and Soloman Spring, Trae smokes a Camacho Factory Unleashed, and the boys talk about humidors, FDA updates, and optimism

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The boys both smoke the Medio Tiempo from La Gloria Cubana and they talk about new tobaccos from NC and Cuba, and Father's Day gift ideas.

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The boys both smoke Plasencia Alma Fuerte sitxtos. As you'll soon hear, they recorded this 2 weeks ago so I don't remember what else was talked about. Listen and enjoy!

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Shane smokes a Mil Dias, Trae smokes a Micallef Sumatra, and the boys are joined by the Big Boys Cigar team Brandon and Robbie.

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Shane smokes an Undercrown 10, Trae smokes a Gurkha Ghost, and the boys talk new sizes from AJ Fernandez, Employment shakeups, and a new 9x90 from Asylum

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Shane smokes a Florida Sun Grown, Trae smokes a Partagas Yellow Label, and the boys talk about the changing landscape of trade shows and events, New releases from Drew Estate and Montecristo, and a new segment, "Will Trae Eat It"

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Shane smokes a Gurkha Triad, Trae smokes the newest blend from Don Gonzales, and the boys talk about Drew Estate losing their flavor, the best flexible office space ever, and how to find your calling.

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Trae and Shane both smoke a Bandalero, and the boys talk about employee retention, the Kentucky Derby, and new releases from C&M, Joya, and JFR

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Shane and Trae both smoke a Hooten Young 2020, and they talk ashtrays, conspiracies around cigar marketing, and Shane's obsession with the mating habits of porcupines

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Shane smokes a JFR Lunatic El Gran Loco, Trae smokes a Punch Kung Pow, and the boys talk about NFTs and the art of manliness

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The boys each smoke a Key Lime Pie from Point Break Cigars, and talk about repurposing an old building for a cigar shop, various travels, and a couple new high dollar cigar offerings.

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Shane smokes a Partagas Black Label, Trae smokes a Padron 4000 maduro, and the boys talk tax legislation, a new size from Aganorsa, and the art of blending.

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Shane smokes a La Palina Bronze Label, Trae smokes an AJ Fernandez Enclave Broadleaf, and they boys are on location at Reserva Cigars in West Nashville this week. We sit down with the owner to talk about the shop, and also get into some cigar news

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Trae and Shane both smoke the CAO Arcana series Mortal Coil, and the boys talk about new releases, Micallef protecting their brand, and Happiness

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Trae and Shane both smoke the La Gloria Cubana Spirit of the Lady, and talk lighters, online festivals, and rolling your own cigars.

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Shane smokes a Don Gonzalez "Rescue" cigar, Trae smokes the Powstanie Habano Perfecto, and the boys talk new releases, palate burnout, and Shane goes full catharsis.

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Trae and Shane both smoke the Trinidad Espiritu Serie 2, and talk about hobbies, new FDA lawsuit, and some expensive additions to your cigar smoking experience.

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Trae and Shane both smoke the Trinidad Espiritu Serie 2, and talk about hobbies, new FDA lawsuit, and some expensive additions to your cigar smoking experience.

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Trae and Shane both smoke the Trinidad Espiritu Serie 2, and talk about hobbies, new FDA lawsuit, and some expensive additions to your cigar smoking experience.

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Shane smokes a GTO La Cura Pigtail, Trae smokes a My Father My Father (yes, that's on purpose), and the boys talk several new releases, TN weather, and cigar smoking in the age of zoom calls.

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Shane smokes a GTO La Cura Pigtail, Trae smokes a My Father My Father (yes, that's on purpose), and the boys talk several new releases, TN weather, and cigar smoking in the age of zoom calls.

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The boys both smoke the E.P. Carillo Pledge Prequel and talk new releases and more

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The boys both smoke the E.P. Carillo Pledge Prequel and talk new releases and more

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The boys sit down with John Graves from Dapper Cigars to learn a little more about this rapidly growing brand. Everyone smokes the La Madrina

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Shane smokes a Charter Oak Habano, Trae smokes a Charter Oak Broadleaf, and the boys talk galaxies, online cigar purchases, and an inexpensive ST DuPont

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Shane smokes a, H. Upmann Anejo, Trae smokes a charter oak, and the boys talk Toscano distribution changes, loyalty to your local shop, and Nat Sherman rejoining the fold.

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Trae and Shane run down the best cigars and cigar related topics from 2020.

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This week, a special edition with Robbie Lee Roach from Big Boys Cigars who sits down with Shane one-on-one to discuss the industry and the expansion of his shop.

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Shane smokes a Guardian of the Farm Nightwatch, Trae smokes a Don Pepin Cuban Classic, and the boys talk about a new release from aganorsa, How to properly end the year in cigars, and cigar theft in the news

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Shane and Trae are joined by Jonathan Brannon and everyone smokes the new Caldwell Eastern Standard Magic Lancero, the boys talk about the utility of cigar boxes, a heist gone wrong, and more.

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Shane smokes a Padron 1964, Trae smokes a Norteño from Herrera Esteli, and the boys talk about the physics of a cigar shop, a new release from Xikar, and the first of many top 25 lists for 2020

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Shane smokes the first third of an inch off a Steam Punk before throwing it away and joining Trae with a Perdomo Champagne Noir. The Boys talk about pocket knives, the dubious prospect of opening a cigar bar in New York right now, and a few new releases.

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Shane and Trae both smoke the Crowned Heads Four Kicks exclusive for Casa de Montecristo, and the boys talk about Christmas gifts, Miami Cigar cutting staff, and platypuses for some reason.

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Shane smokes a cigar that makes a Gurkha look like a Padron, Trae smokes the Micallef "A", and the boys talk cigar heists, museums, and a limited release from My Father Cigars

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Shane and Trae both smoke a La Palina Goldie courtesy of the first lady of the Cigarcast. The boys talk about how to smoke a cigar, Thanksgiving and black friday deals

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Shane smokes a La Aurora Don Lino Africa, Trae smokes an Oliva series O, and the boys talk about cigars for warriors, sampler packs, and Shane commits a faux pas of cigar etiquette

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Trae and Shane both smoke the newest addition to the Tatuaje Monster Series, the "Karloff". The boys talk several new releases and the benefits of a hobby

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Shane and Trae both smoke the new Perdomo 10th anniversary sungrown, and the boys talk travel humidors, and where to find the best artisan crafts.

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Shane smokes a Crux Guild Nicaraguan, Trae smokes a Tatuaje Mexican Experiment, and the boys are joined by author Jay Drescher (Four kicks) to discuss his new book, Glasby's Pirates, and stoicism

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Shane smokes a Padrón 1926 No. 1, Trae smokes the new 107 Nicaragua from La Aurora, and the boys talk about virtual herfs, new cigars from AJ and Foundation, and a hearty congratulations to the LA Lakers

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Shane and Trae both smoke the new Wabash Cannonball from Crowned Heads, Talk about shop ownership best practices, and a new release from Tatuaje that we will probably never see.

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The boys both smoke the Castle Hall Nicaragua from Gurkha, talk about cigars for a fall weather palate, new lighters, and a new release from Avo

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Shane smokes a Canones from Arturo Fuente, Trae smokes a ChupaCabra from Esteban Carreras, and the boys talk way more politics than they should have, two new releases, and humidor allocation

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Shane smokes an exclusive Willie Herrera Lancero, Trae smokes an Illusione 88, and the boys talk about another win in the courtroom for cigars, Outrageous movie plots, and the best lighter ever made.

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Shane smokes a Flor de las Antillas from My Father, Trae smokes the Charter Oak Connecticut Shade, and the boys talk two very good looking upcoming new releases and some laws that may or may not be needed

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Trae and Shane both smoke the new Four Kicks Capa Especial and they talk cigar superstores, Forbidden places, and a new Crowned Heads exclusive

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Shane smokes a Deadwood leather rose, Trae smokes la aurora 107 maduro, and the boys talk Oliva adding QR codes to their cigars, California not knowing who should be allowed to smoke what, and more

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Shane and Trae both smoke the new "A" from Micallef cigars, and the boys talk large ring gauge cigars, the art of the poison pen letter, and the best selling sizes of cigars

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Listener Discretion Advised The content skew a bit more "adult" this week. If you find certain topics sensitive, or listen with kids, please take this into consideration. The boys are joined once again by Jay Drescher.

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Shane smokes an El Borracho from Dapper cigars, Trae smokes a Padrón 1964, and the boys talk about Nat Sherman closing its doors, CAO new release "Bones", and Cigar Insiders hottest cigars according to the retailers.

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Shane smokes an Aganorsa Lead supreme leaf, Trae smokes a mj 12, and the boys talk about a new cuban cigar box factory, smoking in movies, and the guys outline their buddy cop movie

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Trae smokes a Charter Oak Connecticut, Shane smokes a Padron 80th, and the boys talk Rocky Patel, Cuban counterfeits, and whether every cigar should be a celebration.

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Shane smokes a Don Gonzalez "pipe" cigar, Trae smokes a 2020 Las Calaveras from Crowned Heads, and the guys talk about PCA furloughs, a new release from Gurkha, and a small brand getting sue happy.

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The boys present the "show after the show" where we finish the cigars from the previous week and wax philosophic

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Shane smokes a Highclere Castle maduro, Trae smokes a Nester Miranda Special Selection, and the boys talk about the collapse of the PCA, a couple new cigars, and more

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Shane smokes a Padron 5000, Trae smokes a La Aurora ADN, and the boys talk athlete sponsored cigars, new Zippo inserts, and Cryptozoology

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Shane smokes a Shut the Box Antano from Drew Estates, Trae smokes a 5 year old Joya Antano Dark Corojo, and the boys talk Father's day and a couple new releases.

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Shane smokes a year of the rat from Drew Estates, Trae smokes an El Borracho from Dapper, and the boys talk Father's Day, Wrestling, Legislative updates, and more.

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Shane smokes a My Father Casa de Montecristo exclusive, Trae smokes a La Aurora Preferidos Emerald, and the boys talk casinos, expensive humidors, and another power grab from the TN legislature

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Shane smokes a Reserva Real Nicaragua, Trae smokes a Camacho Ecuador, and the boys talk Alec Bradley new releases, virtual tours of cigar factories, and secret passages.

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Shane smokes a davidoff nicaragua, Trae smokes a Crowned heads Juarez, and the boys talk PCA, Travel, and cigar boxes

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Shane smokes a Hors D'age from La Aurora, Trae smokes an Africa from La Aurora, and the boys talk travel and a new way of distributing cigars.

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Shane smokes the surprisingly likable Gurkha Nicaragua, Trae smokes a foundation Menelik, and the boys talk about the latest FDA ruling, New Xikar, and a real-world bond villain and his lair. This episode brought to you by vickinsurancegroup.com

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Shane smokes a Quatro Cinco from Joya de Nicaragua, Trae smokes a decades old Cao Gold, and the boys talk new releases, Disney shutting up shop until 2021, and a possible indefinite suspension of substantial equivalency

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Shane smokes another Africa, Trae smokes an Intemperance Whiskey Rebellion, and the boys talk 24 hour cigar shops, Alec Bradley feeding the community, and how to live the good life

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Shane smokes an Opus X while Trae abstains. The boys talk marvel, trilogies, and post COVID cigar shops

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Shane smokes a 7 year old Feral Flying Pig, Trae smokes a Kristoff Vengence perfecto. The boys talk new releases, how shops are coping with the current crisis, and sight unseen cigar selection.

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Shane smokes the LFD football special edition and Trae smokes the La Aurora 115. The boys talk quarantine, new releases, and a cigar smoking arsonist

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Last week, the world lost one of the good ones, our good friend Tim Hall. We were lucky enough to have him join us back in January of 2017.

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Shane smokes the Punch Signature, Trae smokes the Alec Bradley Lost Art, and the boys talk criminals in the cigar world, new releases, and how to fix the cigar smoking world championships

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Shane smokes a La Aurora 115, Trae smokes a Dias Gloria from AJ Fernandez, and the boys talk illusione, online sales cigar exemption, Habanos festival, and more

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Shane smokes the Diesel Delerium, Trae smokes the La Aurora ADN, and the boys talk new releases, revisit FDA labeling, and more

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Shane and Trae both smoke an LFD Cameroon Cabinet courtesy of a listener. The boys talk new releases, legislation, and cigar tourism

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Shane smokes a Gurkha Treinta, Trae smokes a Oliva Serie V, and the boys talk new releases and then argue for half a show

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The boys are joined by Jeremy McDonald of Caldwell Cigars. He and shane smoke a king is dead, while Trae enjoys a long live the king.

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The boys are joined by guest Jim Labriola. Trae smokes a CAO session, Shane smokes a LFD 25th anniversary, and Jim smokes a CAO sopranos

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Shane and Trae both smoke a Cohiba Siglo, and the boys talk about new releases, the PCA, and more.

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Shane smokes a Chapter 1 from LFD, Trae smokes a Project 40 from Alec Bradley, and the boys talk big news from PCA and a review of top 25 lists of old

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Shane smokes a Padron 1964 pyramide, Trae smokes a Guardian of the farm Nightwatch, and the boys address some new releases and a state of the union for the podcast

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Shane smokes an Alec Bradley Prensado Lost Art, Trae smokes and Illusione MJ12 Maduro, and the boys talk tobacco 21 legislation, marijuana legislation, and the best places to smoke in Vegas

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Trae and Shane reflect back on some of the best smokes and moments of the past year, and for an added bonus, neither knows what they are smoking.

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Shane smokes a Joya Connecticut, Trae smokes a Cromagnon Cranium and the buys run down this years' top cigar lists

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Shane smokes a Don Lino Aftrica, Trae smokes a Desert Rose, the boys talk AVO

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Shane smokes a Atsiniki Tashka, Trae smokes a VIaje Wilshire and La Jolla, and the boys talk entirely too much about thanksgiving, legilation impacting cigarettes, and new releases from My Father, Surrogates, and AVO

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Shane and Trae both smoke the new Don Lino Africa from La Aurora, and the boys recorded from Smoker's Abbey and sat down with GM Nathan Ponhert, and owner Joshua Stump

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Trae smokes an asylum schizo, shane smokes an aging room bin #2, and the boys talk legislation, two new releases, and linguistics

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Shane smokes a Rose of Sharon Desert Rose, Trae smokes an Espinosa Laranja, and the boys talk about two new releases, a college cigar club, and a legislative update.

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Shane and Trae visit Big Boy's Cigars & Lounge in Dickson, TN to sit down with owner Robbie Lee Roach

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Trae smokes a H. Upmann Hispaniola by Jose Mendez and Shane smokes a Balmoral Nicaragua blend

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Shane and Trae both smoke a La Palina Mr. Bill aged 11 years. The boys talk about mergers, buyouts, and other industry shakeups

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The boys sit down with Kevin Newman of El Artista cigars. Shane smokes a Buffalo 10, Trae smokes a Cimarron Maduro, and our guest smokes a kosher cigar made at their factory

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Trae smokes a La Galera Habano, Shane smokes a Superfly by Oscar, and the boys talk about a new Toscano, other new releases, and a legislative update.

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Shane and Trae continue smoking their cigars from last week, the Leiper's Fork Distillery Cigar, and the Undercrown Dogma. The boys talk about routines, a new shop, and sit down with Nate McIntyre from Miami Cigars

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Shane smokes a Drew Estate Dogma, Trae smokes a Leiper's Fork distillery cigar, and the boys talk about two good things from Oliva and spend entirely too much time on "Cigar Cinema"

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Shane and Trae both smoke cigars from our guest Luciano Meirelles with Pichardo cigars. The boys talk about a cigar factory getting new life as a hotel, the ICE expo in China, and STG acquiring Royal Agio

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Trae and Shane both smoke a CAO Nicaraguan, we share our interview with Miami Cigar rep Adrian Strickland, and the boys talk about Connecticut wrappers, Foundation cigars, and Nick Jonas for some reason.

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The boys are joined by Toscano Brand Ambassador Michael Cappelini, Shane smokes an Undercrown Shade Suprema, Trae smokes a Highclere Castle Maduro, and the boys talk Aganorsa Farm, 7 great cigars, and the now infamous fish flops

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Shane smokes a Feral Flying Pig, Trae smokes the Crowned Heads La Careme special belicoso, and the boys was philosophic on Shane's back porch

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The boys sit down with Justo Eiroa frmo Aladino cigars, and both Shane and Trae smoke the Aladino San Andreas.

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Trae smokes a Cubanacan Habano Rothschilde, Shane smokes a Tatuaje Mexican Experiment II Churchill, and the boys talk about cigars to have with your morning coffee, defining non premium cigars, and new releases we've smoked since the show

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Shane smokes an Avo, Trae Smokes a La Palina Black Label and the boys talk legislation and multiple cigars under $8 this week.

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Shane Smokes the new Lunatic Habano and Trae enjoys his first Micallef Ligero

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Shane smokes a Leiper's Fork Distillery cigar, Trae smokes the FQ Phenom no. 3, and the boys talk about the Aficionado hottest brands list and the 5 hurricanes that influenced the cigar industry

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Shane and Trae both smoke the Camacho ShellBack which was a gift from a listener. The boys talk about new regulations in the cigar world as well as IPCPR/PCA news

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The boys are joined by guest Joey Haley who smokes a Guardian of the Farm from Aganorsa Leaf, Shane smokes a La Aurora ADN, and Trae smokes a Jaime Garcia Reserva Especial. The boys talk to Joey about his real estate experience in addition to cigar news

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Shane and Trae both smoke the Florida Sun Grown all american cigar from Corona Cigars, and the boys talk about as many new IPCPR releases as time would allow

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Shane smokes an Illusione MJ12, Trae smokes a Flor de las Antillas Maduro from My Father cigars, and the boys talk about IPCPR news and new accessories

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Trae smokes a Kristoff Ligero Maduro, Shane smokes a Surrogates Bone Crusher, and the boys get a little too relaxed on the back porch talking about old TV shows, Accessories, and killing flies

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Shane smokes a Henry Clay War Hawk, Trae smokes the 2019 Las Calaveras from Crowned Heads, and the boys talk legislative update as well as IPCPR preview

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Trae smokes this year's Mule Kick LE from Crowned Heads, Shane smokes a My Father el Presidente , and the boys are joined by friend of the show Jay Drescher. We talk legislative update, new releases, and Jay tells us of the perfect graduation gift.

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Shane smokes a Diesel hair of the dog, Trae smokes an Oliva serie O maduro, and the boys talk smoking bans and interesting cigar accessories.

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Shane smokes a Padron TAA exclusive, Trae smokes a Camacho Double Stout Barrel Aged, and the boys talk about how to develop a palate

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Trae Smokes a Tatuaje Serie P, Shane smokes a Crowned Heads Sanctuary, and the boys talk about smoking ban legislation and critique some how to guides for smoking

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Shane smokes a Blind Man's Bluff Maduro from Caldwell, Trae smokes a Sanctuary from Crowned Heads, and the boys talk about a little bit of legislation news, and cigar music pairing

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Shane smokes a Padron 1926 TAA esclusive, Trae smokes a San Cristobal Revelation, and the boys talk about the art of tipping

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Shane smokes an Undercrown Shade, Trae smokes a Honduran cigar of dubious origin and quality, and the boys talk legislation and humidor fatigue.

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Trae smokes a Brickhouse maduro, Shane smokes an LFD Cabinet No. 6, the boys talk legislation, and we get a response to the wedding invitation proposal

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Shane smokes a Cinco Decadas from Joya de Nicaragua, Trae smokes the 2018 cigar aficionado cigar of the year, the Encore Majestic from E.P. Carillo, and the boys talk wedding ideas as well as some useful life skills.

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Trae smokes a Perdomo Lot 23 Maduro, Shane smokes a Diesel Whiskey Rose, the boys talk about a new piece of pro-cigar legislation, the Smoke on the Water event, and Oliva's expansion

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Shane smokes a budget-friendly Skizo, Trae smokes a Crowned Heads La Careme , and the boys talk legislative updates, horrible lighter designs, and international cigar relations.

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Shane smokes a Liga Privada No. 9 Tubo, Trae smokes a JFR maduro, and the boys talk legislation, an update to the cigar rankings, and what makes the cigar man of the year.

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Shane smokes a Caldwell Mad Mofo, Trae smokes a Mr. Brownstone by Esteban Carreras, and the boys talk legislation and a new system for cigar rankings.

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The boys welcome Alejandro Toledo, brand ambassador for Caldwell Cigars to the show, and all three smoke The King is Dead

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The boys smoke the new Montecristo Groupo de Maestro and are joined by Larry and Hutch from Casa de Montecristo

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Shane and Trae both smoke the Rocky Patel Hamlet Liberation, talk about some extremely expensive accessories and spend way too much time on their respective soapboxes

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Shane smokes a Padron 50th Anniversary, Trae smokes the Blind Man's Bluff, and the boys talk about several new releases. Plus, Shane reads Trae the riot act.

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Shane smokes a Don Gonzales triple ligero , Trae smokes an Arturo Fuente Cuban Belicoso, and the boys talk a lot about legislation and "Big Game" party etiquette

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Shane smokes an Arturo Fuente Opus X Toast Across America Shark, Trae smokes a 15 year old Sopranos The Boss from CAO, and the boys talk about short smokes, some new accessories, and Trae tries to stump Shane with a cigar review.

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Shane smokes a CAO Sopranos 'The Boss' from 2005, Trae smokes the AJ Fernandez Last Call, and the boys talk multiple legislative updates as well as some gimmick cigars

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Shane smokes a Drew Estates Year of the Rat, Trae smokes a Rocky Patel Reserve Collection Sun Grown Maduro, and the boys talk legislation and conversation etiquette

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Trae smokes a Cuban Montecristo Open Eagle, Shane smokes the new Herrera Estelí Miami from Drew Estates, and the boys present the Stogie awards and crown this year's best in show, rookie of the year, and many others.

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Shane smokes the new Tabernacle broadleaf from Foundation Cigars, Trae smokes an Anejo from Arturo Fuente, and the boys talk about a new accessories and some great budget cigar

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Shane smokes the new Black Lab LE from Crowned Heads, Trae smokes the Ricochet from La Barba, and the boys discuss some of the end of the year reviews from popular publications.

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It's an all Caldwell show as we invite guest Jonathan Brannon back to join us. Shane smokes the Anastasia, Trae smokes the Mad MF, and Jonathan smokes a Savages while the boys talk a little about accessory maintenance and some inside baseball

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Shane smokes an Oliva Serie V maduro, Trae smokes an LFD Cabinet No. 5 Maduro, and the boys discuss this year's upcoming Stogie awards

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Shane smokes an LFD suave, Trae smokes the Roma Craft cromagnon candela, and the boys talk about resolutions and get a little introspective heading toward the end of the year.

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Trae Smokes the new Buckeye Land from Crowned heads, Shanes smokes a new romacraft cromgnon blockhead, and the boys talk cigars gifts and finally get to etiquette

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Shane Smokes the Arturo Fuente Don Carlos the Man , Trae Smokes the Long live the King from Caldwell cigars, and the boys talk about a new accessory and the criteria for cigar judgement.

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Shane smokes a limited edition Cromagnon Solomon from Roma Craft, Trae smokes the new Court Reserve from Crowned heads, and Shane spends a lot of time on his soap box.

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Shane smoke a Florida Sungrown trunk press toro limited edition, Trae smokes a La Aurora DNA, and the boys talk about a new pipe tool from screwpop and a new book: The Cigar: Moments of Pleasure

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The boys welcome Jonathan Brannon back to the show for a round of name that cigar. Shane smokes a Rocky 50th, Jonathan smokes a Tatuaje The Bride, and Trae loses his mind over a Julius Caesar churchill

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Shane Smokes an LFD mystery cigar, Trae smokes the Aganorsa Leaf Corojo, and the boys talk about cigar traditions.

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The boys are rejoined by guest Jay Bevers, and talk about developing palates. Shane smokes an SBC18 from Roma Craft, Trae smokes a Gran Ofuerta by My Father Cigars, and Jay smokes an Avo Classic.

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Trae flies solo for a short episode this week (explanation in the show) and smokes Austin Hough's house blend exclusively from Crown Cigars and Ales. This week I highlight a legislative update as well as a few new releases. Thanks for listening!

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Trae smokes the Perdomo Factory Tour Maduro, Shane smokes the new Kentucky Fire Cured Sweet from Drew Estates, and the boys talk about some new releases and gimicks

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Shane smokes the Cordoba Morales Finca Santa Fe, Trae smokes the Tatuaje Krueger, and the boys talk about go-to cigars for any occasion

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Shane smokes an exclusive Florida Sun Grown from Corona Cigars, Trae smokes the Punch Diablo, and the boys talk about smoking in windy conditions and unfortunately the rules for the Cigar Smoking World Championships

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Shane smokes a TAA exclusive, CAO Esteli, Trae smokes the Casa Fernandez Aganorsa lead maduro, and the boys talk about Shane's cruise as well as a new cutter from Xikar

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Trae smokes the Avo 30th Anniversary maduro, Shane smokes a Caldwell Eastern Standard, and the boys talk about cruising and broadleaf cigars

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Shane smokes the new Punch Diablo, Trae smokes a Perdomo 20th Anniversary sun grown, and the boys talk about resting ones cigar and assisting another smoker with their cut and light.

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Shane smokes a Montecristo en tubo de Habana, Trae smokes the 2018 LE Crowned Heads Four Kicks Maduro Lancero, and they boys talk new releases and a well-stocked moochador

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The boys welcome back guest Jonathan Brannon who smokes a Fuente "King B", Trae smokes an Oliva MasterBlend, and Shane smokes a Fuente eye of the shark in honor of Sharknado week. Shane goes full game-show host for a rendition of the rotten tomatoes game

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Shane smokes the CAO Zócalo, Trae smokes the Tatuaje Regios, and the boys talk about Altria, the FDA, and how to cut a cigar when you're stranded in the mountains (or anywhere else) without a cutter.

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The boys are joined by guest, Shane Kimbro to talk about his hand-crafted cigar pens. Shane smokes a new Joya Silver, Trae smokes the Montecristo by Aj Fernandez, and they also talk about developing a palate.

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Trae Smokes a Roma Craft Cromagnon Cranium, Shane smokes a Liga Privada No. 9 Tubo, and the boys talk about some palate cleansers, and the ettiquite of smoking half of a cigar.

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The boys are back and this time you can hear Shane! He smokes a Drew Estate Undercrown Tubo, Trae smokes a Romeo 505 Nicaragua, and the boys spend the whole show talking about IPCPR despite claiming at the beginning of the show that they aren't going to.

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Are you all getting tired of "best of" episodes yet? We are winning the fight against the audio gremlins and will be back with regular programming next week. Until then, enjoy some never before heard bits.

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Trae smokes a Jericho Hill by Crowned Heads, Shane smokes a Romeo 505 Nicaragua, and the boys talk about new releases and rebrands coming soon

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Friend of the show Jimmy Labriola returns to the show and smokes a Liga Privada No. 9, Shane enjoys an Esteban Carreras Covenant, and Trae smokes and Illusione F9

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Shane smokes a Yellow Rose of Texas and Trae smokes a 2018 Las Calaveras both by Crowned Heads. The boys talk about Nicaragua, and other industry news

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Apologies listeners, no new episode due to our recording equipment getting stolen while Trae was in Italy. Please enjoy this retro episode and we will return with new content next week! Hear Shane fall in love with the Undercrown Sungrown all over again.

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Shane smokes the Macanudo Inspirado Red, Trae smokes the Liga Privada No. 9, and the boys talk bucket lists

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Jay Drescher returns and smokes a guardian of the farm, Trae smokes a La Traviata Maduro by CAO, Shane smokes a 10th anniversary by Don Gonzalez, and the boys talk some history

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Shane smokes a Lunatic el Chaquito, Trae smokes a Padrón 4000 maduro, and the boys talk about graduation cigars, legislation updates, and violence against frying pans.

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Shane smokes the LFD Factory Press, Trae Smokes the Oliva Serie O, the boys talk about some legislative news, and success in cigars

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Trae smokes the Southern Draw Jacob's Ladder, Shane smokes the GTO Anesthesia, and the boys talk about San Andreas wrappers and other news

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Trae smokes the Inspirado Red from Macanudo, Shane smokes the Don Pepin Garcia White label "JJ" and the boys talk about some new releases and the current situation in Nicaragua

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Shane smokes the new Avo Improvisation 30 yr anniversary, Trae smokes the Avo Syncro Nicaragua, and the boys spend an inordinate amount of time talking about exercise

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In a special edition episode, Shane sits down for a one on one interview with returning guest, Don Pedro Gonzalez

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Trae smokes the New Romeo San Andreas, and Shane enjoys a Padron 9000. The boys talk new releases, Wrestlemania, and Dueling.

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Trae smokes the Guardian of the farm from Warped cigars, Shane smokes the Jacob's Ladder form Southern Draw, and the boys talk about STG's acquisition of Thompson cigar and other industry news.

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Trae and Shane both smoke the new La Careme Belicoso 2018 from Crowned Heads, and talk about why they smoke cigars along with several pieces of industry news.

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The boys welcome back guest Jay Drescher for a conversation about the FDA regulations from a legal perspective, among other things. Shane smokes a Romeo San Andreas, Trae smokes the Montecristo Nashville series, and Jay smokes a Brickhouse dbl connecticut

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Trae smokes a La Gloria Cubana Reserve Collection, Shane smokes the Joya de Nicaragua Classico, and the boys celebrate Shane's birthday

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Shane smokes a Torano Vault green label (rather crookedly) , Trae smokes a Fuente Magnum R, and the boys talk a little about everything this week, including how Shane eats cupcakes incorrectly.

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This week, the boys welcome back General Cigar southeast area sales rep Sean Hardiman. We smoke the CAO Pilon and talk about some of the interesting things happening at General Cigar.

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The boys welcome guest Allie Barney who smokes a Tabak especial negra, Shane smokes a guardian of the farm, and Trae enjoys an AVO heritage. On this episode we seek out a new perspective on what makes for a great cigar shop environment.

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Shane smoke a DPG blue label lancero, Trae smokes the Powstaine broadleaf toro, and the boys discuss the nuances of a mentor/protege relationship

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In this week's episode, the boys punch above their paygrade. Shane smokes the Drew Estate Feral Flying Pig, and Trae smokes an Opus X Lost City. The boys talk a little about Valentine's day, and Shane provides a legislation update.

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Trae smokes the Drew Estate Undercrown Sun Grown, Shane smokes the Black Honey from Warped Cigars, and the boys talk about happiness

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Shane smokes the Alec Bradley Prinsado Lost Art, Trae smokes the DPG "blue label" original belicoso, and they boys discuss the perfect smoking environment

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It's our one year anniversary, so the boys get a little introspective on this episode talking about goals and resolutions. Shane smokes a Padron 90th anniversary and Trae smokes the La Aurora 107 Maduro

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This week we welcome back Jonathan Brannon for another round of the Cigar Aficionado game

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The boys are joined by Nate McIntyre from Miami cigar to talk about all the exciting new things they have going on, and smoke the La Aurora Preferidos black diamond

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It's a special New Year mid-week release this week! It's just Shane and Trae this week, Trae smokes the Fourth Prime by Fable and Shane smokes a Judge by My Father Cigars

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The boys welcome Don Pedro Gonzales back to the show to talk more about the technical aspects of his brand

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Trae and Shane both smoke Padron cigars, Shane enjoys the anniversary 1964 maduro, and Trae smokes the Magnum as we pay tribute to the late Jose Padron.

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Trae smokes the La Gloria Cubana Seleccion Reserva, Shane enjoys the Hoya de Nicaragua antano gran reserva, and the boys discuss special releases and marketing

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Jonathan Brannon joins the boys once again and enjoys a Yellow Rose of Texas, Trae smokes this year's Las Calaveras from Crowned Heads, Shane smokes the La Aurora Preferido Cameroon, and challenged the other two to a game of "name that cigar"

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Trae smokes the Unicos from Tatuaje, Shane smokes a Roma Craft Cromagnon and we discuss gift ideas and then the conversation went south from there.

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The boys welcome the area's General Cigar sales rep, Sean Hardiman who shares a Partagas Heritage, and displays his plethora of industry knowledge in what may be the most informative episode yet!

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Trae enjoys the new Four Kicks Maduro from Crowned Heads, Shane smokes Drew Estate's new Java Red, and the boys welcome back Jay Drescher to talk about his followup novel, Prescott's Fortune

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Trae smokes the Yellow Rose of Texas from Crowned Heads, Shane smoke a Padron 1964 Anniversario Pyramide. The boys talk about some of the interesting people they've met through cigars and Shane takes exception with The Princes Bride.

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Shane smokes a Tatuaje Jason from this year's "monster" poker game, and Trae smokes a Tatuaje Kreuger from 2016. The boys discuss cigar pairings and Shane previews the Louisiana barn smoker taking place this weekend.

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Shane smokes a Rocky Patel Vintage 2006 San Andreas, Trae smokes a La Antiguedad by My Father Cigars, and Shane bestows upon us the magic, that professional wrestling is the key to well-rounded adults.

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Shane finally gets ahold of the Drew Estate Undercrown sungrown and Trae smokes the Gueguense maduro

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Shane enjoys an el gueguense from Foundation cigars, Trae smokes a La Aurora 107 maduro, and the guys spend way too much time talking about Crystal Gayle

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Shane enjoys a "new to the humidor" Brickhouse Double Connecticut, Trae smokes the Pappy Van Winkle from Drew Estate. The boys recap this weekend's KY barnsmoker, and discuss a beginner's guide to cutters.

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Guest Jay Bever jjoins the show to ask questions as a new cigar smoker. Shane smokes a Padron Presidente, Trae smokes a Camacho Triple Maduro, and Jay smokes a Don Pepin Black Label Cuban Classic

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Shane smokes a Uppmann by A.J. Fernandez, and Trae smokes a Las Mareas by Crowned Heads. The boys introduce a contest for a listener to win an ashtray!

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Trae Smokes the La Hacienda by Warped Cigars, Shane smokes the Illusione Gigantes, and Austin Hough stops by in the second half of the show for a new game.

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The boys are joined Crown Cigars and Ales owner Austin Hough who smokes a limited edition Pork Tenderloin from Tatuaje. Trae smokes a Romeo 505 Nicaragua, and Shane has a La Aurora DNA. Austin gives us a behind the scenes look at shop ownership

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Shane smokes a Brickhouse Mighty Mighty Maduro, Trae smokes an Avo Heritage Toro. The boys talk about the upcoming Drew Estates barn smoker, and an interesting new cigar case.

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Shane smokes a CLE, Trae smokes an Esteban Carreras, and we talk about Shane's cruise as well as some of the most popular cigars in your BM

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Shane smokes a La Gloria Cubano Reserve by E.P. Carillo, Trae smokes a Fable Fourth Prime toro , and guest Tom Petty smokes a La Sirena Prince.

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The cigarCast under $8 featuring a La Flor de las Antilles smoked by Trae, and Shane "enjoys" a Baccarat. The boys highlight several cigars under $8

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The boys sit down with author and friend to the show, Jay Drescher to discuss his new book "Glasby's Fortune". Shane Smokes the Anaconda from CAO and Trae smokes the Futura by Warped cigars

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Shane smokes the Arturo Fuente Eye of the Shark, Trae is gifted a Fuma en Corda from general, and the boys talk about the nature of being a gentleman as well as the new Casa de Montecristo opening.

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Bo returns to the podcast this week and brings some treats. The boys enjoy the Wonka pack from Alec Bradley cigars from IPCPR 2015

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Trae Smokes the Avo Syncro Fogata and Shane smokes the Avo Heritage

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The boys talk IPCPR releases and an FDA update. Shane smokes the AVO Nicaraguan and Trae smokes the Roma Craft Neanderthal

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With returning guest Jonathan Brannon. Jonathan smokes an Ashton VSG, Shane smokes the Java, and Trae smokes a Rocky Patel 20th Anniversary. Shane tries to burn the place down, and the boys talk about IPCPR.

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Shane smokes the Le Aroma de Cuba El Jefe and Trae falls in love with the 2017 Las Calaveras by Crowned Heads. The boys discuss some industry news regarding the FDA and vacations

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The boys talk rituals. Shane beats Trae to the punch and smokes the new Amazon Basin by CAO , and Trae smokes "The Bull" by San Lotano

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The boys are back at Crown Cigars for a discussion on finding your way in a humidor. Shane smokes the Marzio from Miami cigars, and Trae smokes the Tabernacle from Foundation cigars.

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With Special guest Jim Labriola. The boys talk to Jim about how he got his start in show business. Jim smokes a D.C. Maximus, Trae Smokes an Illusione 88 maduro, Shane smokes a LFD La Granu

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The boys go back to basics, Shane smokes the swamp thing, and Trae smokes the Four Kicks Mule Kick

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The boys are joined by Kyle Davis from Drew Estate. Shane smokes a Hoya de Nicaragua Antano, Trae smokes a Norteno, and Kyle enjoys an Undercrown.

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with special guest Jonathan Brannon. Trae smokes the Consigliary by CAO, Shane smokes the CAO Brazilia, and Jonathan smokes a Padron Anniversary 1964 hermosa

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Austin Hough joins the boys to talk grand opening event details, and enjoy the Illusione Rothschilde, Trae smokes the LFD DL-654, and Shane smokes the Jamie Garcia Belicoso

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Bo Ladner joins us again as the boys are on a quest for the perfect light

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With a very special visit from Don Pedro Gonzalez

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Shane smokes the new Romeo Nicaraguan, Trae smokes the Illusione MJ12 Maduro, and the boys discuss tobacco origins

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With guest Bo Ladner - Shane smokes a Padron 9000, Trae smokes a Illusione Gigantes, and Bo smokes a Fuente Anejo Shark. The guys talk about packing and selecting cigars for a trip.

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Trae and Shane discuss humidors and aging cigars. Shane smokes the Consigliere from CAO and Trae smokes the Jamie Garcia Reserva Especial from My Father Cigars

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Themed cigars and attack of the dove

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With guest Tim Hall

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With Shane and Trae

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With guest Bo Ladner (again)

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With guest Bo Ladner

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With guest Austin Hough

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With guest Tim Hall

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The introduction