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The show all about cigars and cigar smoking! Cigar reviews, including every price range, from new to vintage. Paul and Joe Hozempa talk about the latest cigar news, cigars we've smoked, and how-to segments. Its all about cigars! Geeks Kickin' Ash!
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In this episode of Stokie Geeks, hosts Paul and Joe discuss a variety of topics related to cigars, including recent cybersecurity challenges, reviews of various cigar brands, and the impact of aging on cigar flavors. They delve into the nuances of lawn mulch cigars, the inconsistencies of Cuban cigars, and the evolution of brands like Tatuaje, Gurk…
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Paul and Joe discuss various cigars and brands, including limited editions and discontinued releases. They reminisce about their favorite cigars and share their thoughts on aging cigars. They also touch on the business side of the industry and the challenges faced by retailers. The conversation covers brands such as Arturo Fuente, Padrón, AVO, and …
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The hosts then engage in a discussion about the cigars and whiskey they are smoking, as well as their preferences for pairing them. The conversation also touches on the topic of cybersecurity and a planned visit to a tobacco field in Connecticut. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including cigar lounges, swag, studio renovations, hard…
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The stogies geeks are back! Make sure you check out our new sponsor Threat Hunter AI - "Expert Threat Hunting 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Your brand deserves more than just managed detection & response." We had some great conversation on the following topics: Cigar and whiskey enthusiasts can find interesting products at estate …
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This week, Joe, Paul, Jason ABQ and guest Adrian Sanabria discuss what they have been smoking, we will have Cigar news, Stogie Geek Ratings, and stuff you might need to know! E-mail [email protected] or [email protected] with questions and comments! Full Show Notes: https://stogiegeeks.com/376 Follow us on Twitter: @stogiegeeks Facebook: http…
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This week the Stogie Geeks interview Andy Thorp King he’s a speaker, investor, spy novelist, an ex-bodybuilder, and serial entrepreneur. What’s one of his secrets to success? ….. Cigars! He started his music career managing big-name bands (like Hatebreed), before he created two of his own independent labels. Today, begin to learn, firsthand, all th…
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This week, Bill Brenner joins the stogie geeks as they take on Jason ABQ's WICKED blind cigar tasting challenge! Follow us on Twitter: @stogiegeeks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stogiegeeks Instagram: https://instagram.com/stogiegeeks Follow us on Twitter: @stogiegeeks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stogiegeeks Instagram: https://instagram…
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This week, we welcome back Joe "Hollywood" Hozempa and Jason ABQ join to talk what else? Stogies! E-mail [email protected] or [email protected] with questions and comments! Full Show Notes: https://stogiegeeks.com/372 Follow us on Twitter: @stogiegeeks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stogiegeeks Instagram: https://instagram.com/stogiegeeks…
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This week the nerdy Stogie Geeks crew talks about a new cutter, some new release cigars, glass top humidors, seco leaf, a cigar, err, two cigars in the same box that you can't smoke, and so much more! Follow us on Twitter: @stogiegeeks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stogiegeeks Instagram: https://instagram.com/stogiegeeks Show Notes: https://st…
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This week, the Stogie Geeks smoke Lanceros and talk: Baller Cigar Cutters, Expensive Lighters worth it? Cypher 3311, Drew Estate, Don Lino Africa, Oliva Cigar Advent Calendar, Smokin' On the Beach, & more! Follow us on Twitter: @stogiegeeks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stogiegeeks Instagram: https://instagram.com/stogiegeeks Follow us on Twit…
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Privada Cigar Club was founded in 2017 by Brian and Ofelia Desind. It is an Orlando, Florida based premium cigar company that began with a monthly subscription model before branching into other forms of premium cigar retail. Privada Cigar Club remains the only truly RARE cigar of the month club and has since become legendary with over 18,000 monthl…
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On this episode of the Stogie Geeks Podcast: New Palio cutters, I miss Tatuaje RC 184s, Year of the Tiger, How [Not] To Choose a Cigar, Padron 95th, Cigar smoking TV and movie characters, what should I try next?, & more! Show Notes: https://stogiegeeks.com/sg368 Follow us on Twitter: @stogiegeeks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stogiegeeks Insta…
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We talk about raising cigar prices, some cigars we've smoked, some we want to smoke, the future of Davidoff, interesting banding and more! Show Notes: https://stogiegeeks.com/sg367 Follow us on Twitter: @stogiegeeks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stogiegeeks Instagram: https://instagram.com/stogiegeeks…
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This month we're smoking Fuente! Bring your favorite, or one of your favorite, Fuente cigars, and light that sucker up. Topics will include humidor maintenance for the long haul, really expensive humidors, holiday cocktails, delicious lamb, Alabama football cigar tradition, pairing that matter (or not), and having the worst luck. Show Notes: https:…
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This week, the Stogie Geeks Interview Michael Correia, owner of Regency Cigar Emporium about Regency Cigar Emporium becoming the First Cigar Retailer in the U.S. to Accept Cryptocurrency! Show Notes: https://stogiegeeks.com/sg363 To learn more visit: https://www.facebook.com/RegencyCigarEmporium https://www.instagram.com/regencycigar/ Follow us on …
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This week, the Stogie Geeks Discuss sticks of the week with reviews and commentary, and Nelson will have some news stories along the way! Joe’s Sticks: Davidoff Yamasá The Arturo Fuente Best Seller Alec Bradley Black Market Esteli Nelson’s Sticks: Arturo Fuente Canones Illusione MJ12 Maduro K by Karen Berger Robusto Show Notes: https://stogiegeeks.…
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This week the Stogie Geeks Discuss Stogies of the Week with reviews and commentary, Nelson will have some news stories along the way. Tobacco Legislation (Jenkins, PACT , and new FDA proposed flavor ban). Nelson’s Sticks: Don Carlos Robusto Atabey Spiritus Lancero Tatuaje Avion 11 Grand Perfecto Joe’s Sticks: Viaje Phat Carolina Reaper CAO Arcana M…
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Abe Dababneh is the owner & founder of Smoke Inn, LLC., a retailer of premium cigars, tobacco products and accessories. Abe’s experience in the cigar business is represented by his 23 years as the owner of Smoke Inn®, growing from a single store in Tequesta to one of the largest retail cigar operations in Florida and the country. The Smoke Inn reta…
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This week the Stogie Geeks discuss with an unclear picture as to when the pandemic will end, we all need to focus on what we’ve learned from this difficult year and what we can do to improve business in the future. - A Pandemic Sales Plan. It's the Stogies of the Week with reviews and commentary, Nelson will have some news stories along the way. Ne…
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This week, we welcome Jeff Gaston, in located rural southeastern Nebraska. Jeff is 34 years old with a career in Ultrasonic Inspection of metal materials, both manufactured and welded. GSTN Cigar was established in September of 2020 after Jeff complained about the design of an ashtray that his wife had gifted him. She told him to create his own, he…
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This week, the Stogie Geeks interview Steve Boik the owner of Frontline Cigars based out of the western suburbs of Chicago. Started the business in 2019 off a cigar they used to hand out at events for their cigar club. The Blue Line Cigar Club was established in 2017 to help out injured or sick police officers. Fast forward to 2019, started a chari…
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This week, the Stogie Geeks interview Lace A. Wilson, CEO of Boss Bear Creative, the Big Ash Smoke Book. The #1 traditional, customizable cigar journal, log and tracker for cigar smokers of all types. Packed with special resources, built with archival quality materials, and hand-crafted for heirloom quality. Visit: https://thebigashsmokebook.com IG…
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This week, the Stogie Geeks interview Brad Berko, Managing Director, Bahama Mamas Company. Bahama Mamas, LLC is headquartered in Charlotte, NC with offices in Las Vegas NV. They are part of the Potomac Tobacco Group. Visit: https://bahamamamascigar.com In the Second Segment, sticks of the week with reviews and commentary, Nelson will have some news…
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This week the Stogie Geeks discuss the New Plan for big events and shows. As we start month 11 now since the start of C-19, business has to move on as best it can. Like we said in March of 2020, things will change and not go back. 2021 will be the time for new formats and more online/ virtual experiences for all. Joe and Drew will break it down, an…
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This week, the Stogie Geeks interview Leonor Abzaradel - CEO Platinum Nova Cigar. Her first exposure to the cigar industry was when she applied and started working at Club Macanudo in New York City, through hard work and determination, rose to the position of assistant manager. Always wanting to learn more about the cigar industry and the retail as…
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This week, Joe will discuss the most sought out list in the cigar industry. Cigar Aficionado’s Top 25 of 2020, thoughts and commentary will be in order. This will all be done while enjoying the #1 rated stick of 2020 of course and some drinks…. Cheers! Show Notes: https://www.stogiegeeks.com/352 Follow us on Twitter: @stogiegeeks Facebook: https://…
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This week, Nelson and Joe Demonstrate the effects of how the wrapper, binder, and filler are super important on the overall flavor of a premium cigar. To accomplish this, we have John Troiano from Alec Bradley Cigar Company here in studio to walk us through this process. Together we will be smoking the different components of the cigar and discussi…
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This week, Nelson and Joe interview CigarMan Andy! Towards the end of the segment, Joe and Nelson discuss some upcoming events to look forward to with Stogie Geeks in 2021! Show Notes: https://www.stogiegeeks.com/350 Follow us on Twitter: @stogiegeeks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stogiegeeks Instagram: https://instagram.com/stogiegeeks…
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This week, Drew, Nelson, and Joe discuss the interesting year we call 2020 and what they are looking forward to happening in the premium cigar industry in 2021. Predictions, brand excitement, potential product launches will all be discussed. Each host will deliver what brands they are looking forward to making moves in 2021! Show Notes: https://sto…
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This week, Nelson and Joe interview Lee Marsh of Stolen Throne Cigars! In the Stogies of the Week, Nelson and Drew will review their sticks of the week, and Nelson will have some news stories along the way! Show Notes: https://stogiegeeks.com/348 Follow us on Twitter: @stogiegeeks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stogiegeeks Instagram: https://in…
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This week, Nelson and Joe discuss sticks of the week with reviews and commentary you do not want to miss! Nelson will have some news stories along the way! Nelson’s Sticks: Plasencia Alma Fuerte Generacion V Salomon Arturo Fuente Flor Fina 8-5-8 Rosado Sun Grown Crowned Heads Las Calaveras Joe’s Sticks: Black Works Studio Killer Bee LA AURORA PREFE…
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This week, Drew and Joe are out campaigning for sticks they like and enjoy frequently. Stogie Geeks, we encourage you to vote a stick in over this week and we will review the results on the next show. Who will Win? It’s up to you! Vote here: https://twitter.com/JoeHozempa/status/1324758514166829062?s=20 Show Notes: https://stogiegeeks.com/346 Follo…
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This week, Drew and Joe interview Pat, Founder of Pardo Cigar. Pardo Cigar was founded in 2019 and brings high quality and affordable cigar accessories to fellow cigar enthusiasts. The founder, Pat, was having difficulty finding the balance between price and quality for cigar accessories. There were low-end cigar accessories to toss in your golf ba…
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This week Drew, Nelson, and Joe welcome Kevin Schweitzer, President and Sole Owner of the Vintage Rockefeller Cigar Group! In the Stogies of the Week segment, we will have commentary on Cigar News with Stick Reviews such as: Kristoff Criollo, Guardian of the Farm Night Watch by Aganorsa Leaf, La Aurora 107 Nicaragua, and the Paul Stulac - El Nuevo …
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This week, Nelson and Joe Welcome Raul Flores, Marketing Director for C.L.E. Cigar Company! Raul has an update on C.L.E. Cigar Company. Brands Include Asylum, EIROA, Wynwood Hills, and C.L.E. Cigars! In the Stogies of the Week, Nelson and Joe go over the sticks they've had over the past week, including: Ortega Serie ‘D’ Exclusivo, Tatuaje Black Pet…
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This week Drew, Nelson, and Joe Welcome Gregory Willis and Darryl Redmon of Emperors Cut Cigars! Emperors Cut Cigars is excited to announce the launch of its second line of cigars called the Jazz Series! In the Second Segment, we will have commentary on important Cigar News with the Stogies of the Week! E-mail [email protected] or drew@stogiegee…
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This week, Drew, Nelson, and Joe welcome Bryan Lebeau, Owner of Churchill’s Smoke Shop & Lounge in studio! They have commentary on important Cigar News with Stick Reviews in the second segment! A 20-cigar sampler for just $69.99 with FREE SHIPPING with a Stogie Geeks Exclusive Deal, and stuff you might need to know! E-mail [email protected] or d…
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This week, Drew, Nelson, and Joe interview Tim Wong of A.J. Fernandez Cigars and Owner of Pier 28 Cigars. In the second segment, we catch up with George Rico of Gran Habano! Cigar Updates, Cigar News, a 20-cigar sampler for just $69.99 with FREE SHIPPING with a Stogie Geeks Exclusive Deal, and stuff you might need to know! E-mail [email protected]
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This week, Nelson and Joe review what they have been smoking with Sticks of the Week. The institution of El Lector, Cigar News, a 20-cigar sampler for just $69.99 with FREE SHIPPING with a Stogie Geeks Exclusive Deal, and stuff you might need to know! E-mail [email protected] or [email protected] with questions and comments! Full Show Notes: …
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This week, Drew, Nelson and Joe review what they have been smoking with Stogies of the Week. Cigar news- Premium Cigars Receive Historic Relief from FDA Regulations, a 20-cigar sampler for just $69.99 with FREE SHIPPING on your entire order on this Exclusive Deal, and stuff you might need to know right here on Stogie Geeks! E-mail joeh@stogiegeeks.…
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This week, Drew and Joe interview Nick Gervais of MyMonthlyCigars.com, and David Rivera of Martinez Hand Rolled Cigars Factory. They are collaborating on an event, but we will have a round table discussion on Cigar Clubs and hand-rolled factories that are still around today. Cigar news, and stuff you might need to know right here on Stogie Geeks! E…
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This week, Joe talks about the sticks he's had over the past week, cigar news, and some other things you may need to know in the cigar world! E-mail [email protected] or [email protected] with questions and comments! Full Show Notes: https://stogiegeeks.com/336 Follow us on Twitter: @stogiegeeks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stogiegeeks …
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This week, Joe is joined by Adam Olean, Humidor Manager at Havana Cigar Club, to interview Enrique Sanchez, CEO & Founder of Global Premium Cigars! Global Premium Cigars is a tobacco company that is Proudly Nicaraguan, which owns the brand 1502! In the Stogies of the Week, Joe and Adam go over some of the sticks they've had over the past week, they…
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This week, Drew and Joe interview Andy Yaffee, National Sales Director for Micallef Cigars! Jason Fruge jumps on he is a VP from Onapsis and fellow Stogie Geek. We will have Cigar news, sticks of the week, and stuff you might need to know! Show Notes: https://stogiegeeks.com/333 Follow us on Twitter: @stogiegeeks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/…
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