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On Prime Time Special Edition 177, Bear and Coop look at the Consiglieres of the cigar industry. A consigliere is an advisor to a high ranking person. We will look at some of the standout cigar industry people who play the role of consigliere. Plus we will have our Artesano de Tobacco Under the Sea, Espinosa This Day in Sports History, and Altadis USA Great Things are Happening segments. References Four-year-old Credited with Saving Her Teacher's Life at Tennessee Daycare Historic Tokyo Bridge Liberated from Concrete Overpass Will Shine Again Thanks to Grassroots Campaign 

On Prime Time Special Edition 177, Bear and Coop look at the Consiglieres of the cigar industry. A consigliere is an advisor to a high ranking person. We will look at some of the standout cigar industry people who play the role of consigliere. Plus we will have our Artesano de Tobacco Under the Sea, Espinosa This Day in Sports History, and Altadis USA Great Things are Happening segments. References Four-year-old Credited with Saving Her Teacher's Life at Tennessee Daycare Historic Tokyo Bridge Liberated from Concrete Overpass Will Shine Again Thanks to Grassroots Campaign 

Prime Time Jukebox Episode 162 features the 1971 album, There's a Riot Goin' On by Sly & the Family Stone. With Sly Stone's recent passing, we decided to go back and explore this landmark album. Much like an archaeologist digs and hunts for gems, on Album Archaeology we dig deep into an album. We examine each of the tracks of this album looking at the music, lyrics, and stories behind this album. Tune in to the premiere of Prime Time Jukebox Episode 162: Album Archaeology 19 – There's a Riot Goin' On, Sly & The Family Stone on YouTube on Monday 6/16/25 at 8pm ET. As always you can follow along with our Spotify Playlists: Episode 162 Playlist References Prime Time Jukebox 55: Album Archaeology #8: Pet Sounds, The Beach Boys The Drawn Out's Swallow my Pride: A Triumph of Indie Rock with the Soul of a Songwriter

Prime Time Jukebox Episode 162 features the 1971 album, There's a Riot Goin' On by Sly & the Family Stone. With Sly Stone's recent passing, we decided to go back and explore this landmark album. Much like an archaeologist digs and hunts for gems, on Album Archaeology we dig deep into an album. We examine each of the tracks of this album looking at the music, lyrics, and stories behind this album. Tune in to the premiere of Prime Time Jukebox Episode 162: Album Archaeology 19 – There's a Riot Goin' On, Sly & The Family Stone on YouTube on Monday 6/16/25 at 8pm ET. As always you can follow along with our Spotify Playlists: Episode 162 Playlist References Prime Time Jukebox 55: Album Archaeology #8: Pet Sounds, The Beach Boys The Drawn Out's Swallow my Pride: A Triumph of Indie Rock with the Soul of a Songwriter

On Prime Time Jukebox Episode 161, we look at “Things We Automatically Like in Songs.” There are certain features and characteristics that we are drawn to in a song. Tonight, Dave and Coop explore some of those features they like and come up with songs that hit the pattern. Plus, we've got music news, cigar news, New Music 45, and the music pairing of the week. In this episode, Dave smokes the Edge Maduro, and Coop smokes the El Pulpo Belicoso Grande As always, you can follow along with our Spotify Playlists: Episode 161 Playlist PCA 2025 Playlist

On Prime Time Jukebox Episode 161, we look at “Things We Automatically Like in Songs.” There are certain features and characteristics that we are drawn to in a song. Tonight, Dave and Coop explore some of those features they like and come up with songs that hit the pattern. Plus, we've got music news, cigar news, New Music 45, and the music pairing of the week. In this episode, Dave smokes the Edge Maduro, and Coop smokes the El Pulpo Belicoso Grande As always, you can follow along with our Spotify Playlists: Episode 161 Playlist PCA 2025 Playlist

Tonight two shows for the price of one as we present Take 332 of El Oso Fumar Takes and The Smoking Syndicate Roundtable 22. Tonight it's the Cohiba Riviera Lancero. When it was introduced, Cohiba Riviera marked a couple of firsts for the Cohiba brand: Cohiba Riviera is the first Mexican wrapped and first box-pressed offering. With the Lancero line extension, it now introduces another first – the first Lancero in General's Cohiba brand.

Tonight two shows for the price of one as we present Take 332 of El Oso Fumar Takes and The Smoking Syndicate Roundtable 22. Tonight it's the Cohiba Riviera Lancero. When it was introduced, Cohiba Riviera marked a couple of firsts for the Cohiba brand: Cohiba Riviera is the first Mexican wrapped and first box-pressed offering. With the Lancero line extension, it now introduces another first – the first Lancero in General's Cohiba brand.

For Prime Time Episode 343, we welcome Ra'ed Saqfelhait of The Leaf Master of Dubai as our special guest. Ra'ed is a partner in The Leaf Master of Dubai. The Leaf Master is a leading importer and retailer in the GCC region. He also has become one of the leading ambassadors for the industry in the world. Tonight we will learn Ra'ed story of how he got to where he is. Plus we have our FSG Beef, Altadis USA Ties That Bind, Alec Bradley Live True, Espinosa This Day in Sports History, and Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Industry Deliberation Segment

For Prime Time Episode 343, we welcome Ra'ed Saqfelhait of The Leaf Master of Dubai as our special guest. Ra'ed is a partner in The Leaf Master of Dubai. The Leaf Master is a leading importer and retailer in the GCC region. He also has become one of the leading ambassadors for the industry in the world. Tonight we will learn Ra'ed story of how he got to where he is. Plus we have our FSG Beef, Altadis USA Ties That Bind, Alec Bradley Live True, Espinosa This Day in Sports History, and Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Industry Deliberation Segment

On Prime Time Special Edition 176, Bear and Coop go back to Mount Rushmore and find out what Crowned Heads cigars should get the honors on that monument. The origins of a cigar Mt. Rushmore go back with the Cigar Coalition team, and we do it with a unique spin. We identify companies that should have cigars on the monument and then map them to the Presidents. In addition we will also have a segment where we have a wish list for future Hand Rolled movies Plus we will have our Artesano de Tobacco Under the Sea, Espinosa This Day in Sports History, and Altadis USA Great Things are Happening segments.

On Prime Time Special Edition 176, Bear and Coop go back to Mount Rushmore and find out what Crowned Heads cigars should get the honors on that monument. The origins of a cigar Mt. Rushmore go back with the Cigar Coalition team, and we do it with a unique spin. We identify companies that should have cigars on the monument and then map them to the Presidents. In addition we will also have a segment where we have a wish list for future Hand Rolled movies Plus we will have our Artesano de Tobacco Under the Sea, Espinosa This Day in Sports History, and Altadis USA Great Things are Happening segments.

We conclude our coverage of the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show with a visit to Pete Johnson of Tatuaje Cigars. As always, Johnson took this opportunity to unveil most of his upcoming releases for the year. This year, the Coalition team had a mantra of #lesswrapperbinderfiller, which resonated throughout many of our interviews, including this one. While we do touch on some of the new products, Pete shares a wealth of insights, particularly regarding the industry and the Trade Show itself. To wrap things up, Bear Duplisea presented Pete with the El Oso Fumar Takes #1 Cigar of the Year award. We hope you enjoy this packed “22 Minutes with Pete Johnson.” Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wU4

We conclude our coverage of the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show with a visit to Pete Johnson of Tatuaje Cigars. As always, Johnson took this opportunity to unveil most of his upcoming releases for the year. This year, the Coalition team had a mantra of #lesswrapperbinderfiller, which resonated throughout many of our interviews, including this one. While we do touch on some of the new products, Pete shares a wealth of insights, particularly regarding the industry and the Trade Show itself. To wrap things up, Bear Duplisea presented Pete with the El Oso Fumar Takes #1 Cigar of the Year award. We hope you enjoy this packed “22 Minutes with Pete Johnson.” Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wU4  

The number of new releases from Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust (DTT), at the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show was expected; however, the wide variety of new offerings was surprising. When considering the material released prior to PCA, it was noteworthy that almost every brand in the DTT portfolio saw new releases, with the exception of Muestra de Saka. Additionally, this year marked the tenth anniversary of Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust. Owner and founder Steve Saka had much to discuss during this year's installment of "40 Minutes with Steve Saka." Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wTt

The number of new releases from Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust (DTT), at the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show was expected; however, the wide variety of new offerings was surprising. When considering the material released prior to PCA, it was noteworthy that almost every brand in the DTT portfolio saw new releases, with the exception of Muestra de Saka. Additionally, this year marked the tenth anniversary of Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust. Owner and founder Steve Saka had much to discuss during this year's installment of "40 Minutes with Steve Saka." Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wTt  

Each year, visiting S.T. Dupont as part of the Coles of London booth provides a distinguished experience, and the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show was no exception. This year's event showcased new production innovations, intriguing collections, and several significant collaborations. These partnerships span a wide range of sectors, encompassing both the cigar industry and various lifestyle brands. The displays were not only visually striking but also effectively demonstrated the exceptional craftsmanship for which S.T. Dupont is widely recognized. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wSu

Each year, visiting S.T. Dupont as part of the Coles of London booth provides a distinguished experience, and the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show was no exception. This year's event showcased new production innovations, intriguing collections, and several significant collaborations. These partnerships span a wide range of sectors, encompassing both the cigar industry and various lifestyle brands. The displays were not only visually striking but also effectively demonstrated the exceptional craftsmanship for which S.T. Dupont is widely recognized. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wSu  

The 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show was the fifth one for Howard Gumbs and Howard G Cigars. One theme we had seen around PCA 2025 was the introduction of humidified Fresh Packs (or Humi-Packs). Fresh Packs played a crucial role in Howard G's expansion in the marketplace. Over the past few years, Howard G Cigars has begun appearing in locations like ABC Liquor Store and smaller lounges that have limited space for boxes. Fresh Packs not only addressed this issue but also provided an opportunity for consumers to become acquainted with the Howard G brand. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wSk

The 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show was the fifth one for Howard Gumbs and Howard G Cigars. One theme we had seen around PCA 2025 was the introduction of humidified Fresh Packs (or Humi-Packs). Fresh Packs played a crucial role in Howard G's expansion in the marketplace. Over the past few years, Howard G Cigars has begun appearing in locations like ABC Liquor Store and smaller lounges that have limited space for boxes. Fresh Packs not only addressed this issue but also provided an opportunity for consumers to become acquainted with the Howard G brand. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wSk  

If there were a theme for ADVentura Cigars at the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show, it would undoubtedly be "something special." This is because each of the new releases includes a unique element. This year, ADVentura introduced its new Captain's Collection sampler, which features a distinctive size and provides a sneak peek of a brand-new blend for 2025. Additionally, the new Blue Eyed Jack's Maduro will be available in a size that has never been released by ADVentura before and will also include a special challenge coin. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wSp  

If there were a theme for ADVentura Cigars at the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show, it would undoubtedly be "something special." This is because each of the new releases includes a unique element. This year, ADVentura introduced its new Captain's Collection sampler, which features a distinctive size and provides a sneak peek of a brand-new blend for 2025. Additionally, the new Blue Eyed Jack's Maduro will be available in a size that has never been released by ADVentura before and will also include a special challenge coin. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wSp  

We had such a great time visiting Natura Tobacco & Cigar Company at the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show! The story of Natura is really one-of-a-kind. This year, they're excited to introduce two new cigars: the Altura Second Harvest and the Natura 5th Anniversary. Both of these cigars play an essential role in the history and evolution of the company. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wRY

We had such a great time visiting Natura Tobacco & Cigar Company at the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show! The story of Natura is really one-of-a-kind. This year, they're excited to introduce two new cigars: the Altura Second Harvest and the Natura 5th Anniversary. Both of these cigars play an essential role in the history and evolution of the company. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wRY  

There was quite a bit going on at La Galera Cigars and its parent company, IndianHead Cigars at PCA 2025. La Galera Cigars is a premium cigar brand owned by Jochy Blanco. Based in the Dominican Republic, Blanco was best known for many years as a tobacco grower and owner of Tabacalera Palma. In 2015, Jochy decided to enter the market with his own brand. He would acquire IndianHead Cigars from Bill Bock (who had decided to retire). At the time, IndianHead Cigars was primarily focused on value-priced cigars. Blanco added a premium brand to the portfolio, which was La Galera. This year, we saw a new release from La Galera, as well as a couple of new releases under IndianHead's Rough Rider brand. Finally, IndianHead introduced a new line of accessories. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wRx  

There was quite a bit going on at La Galera Cigars and its parent company, IndianHead Cigars at PCA 2025. La Galera Cigars is a premium cigar brand owned by Jochy Blanco. Based in the Dominican Republic, Blanco was best known for many years as a tobacco grower and owner of Tabacalera Palma. In 2015, Jochy decided to enter the market with his own brand. He would acquire IndianHead Cigars from Bill Bock (who had decided to retire). At the time, IndianHead Cigars was primarily focused on value-priced cigars. Blanco added a premium brand to the portfolio, which was La Galera. This year, we saw a new release from La Galera, as well as a couple of new releases under IndianHead's Rough Rider brand. Finally, IndianHead introduced a new line of accessories. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wRx  

Topper Cigar Company is a regular stop for the Cigar Coop Coalition team at the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show, and 2025 was no exception. Last year, Topper Cigar Company made a significant release with the Topper 1894 line, a cigar celebrating its 130th anniversary. This release came just three years after the company launched its 125th-anniversary cigar. The reason for this accelerated timeline is that Topper has historically traced its company's founding back to 1896. However, Chris Topper, President of Topper Cigar, discovered historical documents indicating that the company's inception dates back to 1894.  As a result, Topper is established as the longest-standing family-owned cigar company in the United States, solidifying the company's rich history in U.S. tobacco. This year, Topper had a couple of line extensions to both the 125th Anniversary and 1894 lines in the form of a 4 1/4 x 43 vitola called the Shorty. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wQm  

Topper Cigar Company is a regular stop for the Cigar Coop Coalition team at the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show, and 2025 was no exception. Last year, Topper Cigar Company made a significant release with the Topper 1894 line, a cigar celebrating its 130th anniversary. This release came just three years after the company launched its 125th-anniversary cigar. The reason for this accelerated timeline is that Topper has historically traced its company's founding back to 1896. However, Chris Topper, President of Topper Cigar, discovered historical documents indicating that the company's inception dates back to 1894.  As a result, Topper is established as the longest-standing family-owned cigar company in the United States, solidifying the company's rich history in U.S. tobacco. This year, Topper had a couple of line extensions to both the 125th Anniversary and 1894 lines in the form of a 4 1/4 x 43 vitola called the Shorty. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wQm  

The 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show saw Oscar Valladares Tobacco & Co. go back to its roots with its two new releases.  Over the past decade, Oscar Valladares has built a significant factory and farming operation in Honduras. One of the first people Valladares started working with was Jim Robinson, a Pittsburgh retailer. That project would be the Leaf by Oscar. Subsequently, Valladares would then produce the line synonymous with Robinson, Island Jim. Today Robinson's lines are now part of the Oscar Valladares Tobacco & Co portfolio - and this year the company would have no releases around Leaf by Oscar and Island Jim. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wQt  

The 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show saw Oscar Valladares Tobacco & Co. go back to its roots with its two new releases.  Over the past decade, Oscar Valladares has built a significant factory and farming operation in Honduras. One of the first people Valladares started working with was Jim Robinson, a Pittsburgh retailer. That project would be the Leaf by Oscar. Subsequently, Valladares would then produce the line synonymous with Robinson, Island Jim. Today Robinson's lines are now part of the Oscar Valladares Tobacco & Co portfolio - and this year the company would have no releases around Leaf by Oscar and Island Jim. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wQt  

For Prime Time Episode 342, we are honored to welcome back the Artesano Del Tobacco guys, Billy and Gus Fakih. Billy and Gus are the folks behind the brands of Artesano Del Tobacco. This includes Viva La Vida and El Pulpo. It's been a little while since we last had them for a full show, and tonight we will get updates on the latest on what's happening. Plus we will have our special “Under the Sea” segment, FSG Beef, Alec Bradley Live True, Espinosa This Day in Sports History, and Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Deliberation segments.

For Prime Time Episode 342, we are honored to welcome back the Artesano Del Tobacco guys, Billy and Gus Fakih. Billy and Gus are the folks behind the brands of Artesano Del Tobacco. This includes Viva La Vida and El Pulpo. It's been a little while since we last had them for a full show, and tonight we will get updates on the latest on what's happening. Plus we will have our special “Under the Sea” segment, FSG Beef, Alec Bradley Live True, Espinosa This Day in Sports History, and Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Deliberation segments.

The 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA Trade Show marked the third consecutive one for Serafin de Cuba. This year, Serafin de Cuba introduced a new limited-edition cigar. Unfortunately, before the Trade Show, they had to swiftly rebrand this product to Reserva 2506 to avoid a potential trademark issue. Fortunately, Serafin de Cuba completed the rebranding and was able to highlight this new release at the 2025 Trade Show. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wPa

The 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA Trade Show marked the third consecutive one for Serafin de Cuba. This year, Serafin de Cuba introduced a new limited-edition cigar. Unfortunately, before the Trade Show, they had to swiftly rebrand this product to Reserva 2506 to avoid a potential trademark issue. Fortunately, Serafin de Cuba completed the rebranding and was able to highlight this new release at the 2025 Trade Show. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wPa  

Aganorsa Leaf consistently brings fresh surprises to the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show, and 2025 was no different. This year, they unveiled two exciting releases centered around two of their most prominent brands: JFR and Supreme Leaf. The JFR brand is marking its 20th Anniversary, and to celebrate this significant milestone, a new regular production line has been launched. Meanwhile, Supreme Leaf is a limited production line, and this year, not only did a new size make its debut, but there was also some new packaging. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wOX

Aganorsa Leaf consistently brings fresh surprises to the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show, and 2025 was no different. This year, they unveiled two exciting releases centered around two of their most prominent brands: JFR and Supreme Leaf. The JFR brand is marking its 20th Anniversary, and to celebrate this significant milestone, a new regular production line has been launched. Meanwhile, Supreme Leaf is a limited production line, and this year, not only did a new size make its debut, but there was also some new packaging. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wOX  

One company that was not a cigar company we visited at the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show was Abbina Craft Sipping Soda. Abbina (Italian for “to match” or “to combine”) Craft Sipping Soda was created by Charlie Albanetti, who sought a more interesting non-alcoholic beverage pairing for cigars than other commercially available sodas. The company emphasizes that Abbina's unique flavors, including earthy notes reminiscent of beet and leathery undertones infused with saffron and patchouli, are intended to both create new flavor combinations with those typically found in cigars and to highlight otherwise undetectable flavors in cigars. Abbina sodas are crafted in small batches with complex flavors, specifically designed for slow sipping. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wOb  

One company that was not a cigar company we visited at the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show was Abbina Craft Sipping Soda. Abbina (Italian for “to match” or “to combine”) Craft Sipping Soda was created by Charlie Albanetti, who sought a more interesting non-alcoholic beverage pairing for cigars than other commercially available sodas. The company emphasizes that Abbina's unique flavors, including earthy notes reminiscent of beet and leathery undertones infused with saffron and patchouli, are intended to both create new flavor combinations with those typically found in cigars and to highlight otherwise undetectable flavors in cigars. Abbina sodas are crafted in small batches with complex flavors, specifically designed for slow sipping. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wOb  

The 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show marked a unique year for AJ Fernandez Cigar Company. Naturally, everyone's thoughts were with the company following the recent factory fire that occurred a few weeks prior. Despite this challenge, the company had several intriguing releases to showcase. First, they celebrated the tenth anniversary of the New World brand with a special commemorative cigar. Additionally, there was a collaboration with Dominican cigar legend Eladio Diaz. Lastly, a cigar originally created for Haiti was now being introduced for national distribution. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wNY

The 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show marked a unique year for AJ Fernandez Cigar Company. Naturally, everyone's thoughts were with the company following the recent factory fire that occurred a few weeks prior. Despite this challenge, the company had several intriguing releases to showcase. First, they celebrated the tenth anniversary of the New World brand with a special commemorative cigar. Additionally, there was a collaboration with Dominican cigar legend Eladio Diaz. Lastly, a cigar originally created for Haiti was now being introduced for national distribution. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wNY  

While not a new exhibitor at the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show, JM Tobacco was a first-time visit for the Cigar Coop Coalition team. Last year, Kevin Shahan of Cigar Prop warmly introduced JM's President, Anto Mahourkian, to our team. JM Tobacco is a company that has achieved success in the value-priced cigar market, but more recently, they have been expanding their premium brand, Española. For 2025, a new blend is being introduced to Española: the Corojo. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wN2

While not a new exhibitor at the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show, JM Tobacco was a first-time visit for the Cigar Coop Coalition team. Last year, Kevin Shahan of Cigar Prop warmly introduced JM's President, Anto Mahourkian, to our team. JM Tobacco is a company that has achieved success in the value-priced cigar market, but more recently, they have been expanding their premium brand, Española. For 2025, a new blend is being introduced to Española: the Corojo. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wN2  

The Oveja Negra Brands booth at the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show was bustling with activity in 2025, as always. While our interview couldn't capture all the excitement happening there, it was anything but slow. A major highlight is that Black Works Studio is celebrating its tenth anniversary with a series of special releases. Additionally, Black Label Trading Company and Emilio are introducing new offerings as well. Another significant development that occurred after the Trade Show is that Apostate Cigars will be joining the Oveja Negra family in June. Lastly, during the 2024 awards season, Oveja Negra Brands emerged as a major winner in the Cigar Coop Coalition. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wMM

The Oveja Negra Brands booth at the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show was bustling with activity in 2025, as always. While our interview couldn't capture all the excitement happening there, it was anything but slow. A major highlight is that Black Works Studio is celebrating its tenth anniversary with a series of special releases. Additionally, Black Label Trading Company and Emilio are introducing new offerings as well. Another significant development that occurred after the Trade Show is that Apostate Cigars will be joining the Oveja Negra family in June. Lastly, during the 2024 awards season, Oveja Negra Brands emerged as a major winner in the Cigar Coop Coalition. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wMM  

  On Prime Time Jukebox Episode 160, we look at the Last 25 Years in Music. Basically the year 2025 starts the second quarter of this century. In this episode, we look back at the first quarter of this century – 2000 to 2024 (the last 25 years) and we look at the trends, artists, and innovations from the world of music that shaped that first quarter century. Plus, we've got music news, cigar news, New Music 45 and the music pairing of the week. In this episode, Dave smokes the Knuckle Sandwich 57, and Coop smokes the Viva La Vida Connecticut. As always, you can follow along with our Spotify Playlists: Episode 160 Playlist 

On Prime Time Jukebox Episode 160, we look at the Last 25 Years in Music. Basically the year 2025 starts the second quarter of this century. In this episode, we look back at the first quarter of this century – 2000 to 2024 (the last 25 years) and we look at the trends, artists, and innovations from the world of music that shaped that first quarter century. Plus, we've got music news, cigar news, New Music 45 and the music pairing of the week. In this episode, Dave smokes the Knuckle Sandwich 57, and Coop smokes the Viva La Vida Connecticut. As always, you can follow along with our Spotify Playlists: Episode 160 Playlist   

One of the more interesting stories behind a cigar release at the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Showcame from Black Star Line Cigars. The cigar is called Meadowood, MLK, and it's a cigar that pays homage to Martin Luther King. Meadowood was a tobacco farm located in Simsbury, Connecticut, owned by the Cullman Brothers. Before attending college, King worked at this farm, where he found inspiration to become a pastor by delivering small sermons to his fellow employees. This is a story that many people are unfamiliar with, but Black Star Line Cigars' Meadowood keeps this history alive. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wLV

One of the more interesting stories behind a cigar release at the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Showcame from Black Star Line Cigars. The cigar is called Meadowood, MLK, and it's a cigar that pays homage to Martin Luther King. Meadowood was a tobacco farm located in Simsbury, Connecticut, owned by the Cullman Brothers. Before attending college, King worked at this farm, where he found inspiration to become a pastor by delivering small sermons to his fellow employees. This is a story that many people are unfamiliar with, but Black Star Line Cigars' Meadowood keeps this history alive. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wLV  

When thinking about C.L.E. Cigar Company's theme for the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show, one word came to mind - smorgasbord. There was a little bit of everything going on at C.L.E. across the company's three brands: C.L.E., Asylum, and Eiroa. There were new lines, reblends, rebrands, innovative packaging, and a flavored cigar. However, all these releases dwarfed Asylum's 134 x 13 release - the Megalophobia. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wLo

When thinking about C.L.E. Cigar Company's theme for the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show, one word came to mind - smorgasbord. There was a little bit of everything going on at C.L.E. across the company's three brands: C.L.E., Asylum, and Eiroa. There were new lines, reblends, rebrands, innovative packaging, and a flavored cigar. However, all these releases dwarfed Asylum's 134 x 13 release - the Megalophobia. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wLo  

Didier Cigars is a newcomer to the U.S. market and the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show. Founded by Didier Lazare Benitah, born in France and now residing in Miami, the brand draws inspiration from the fashion industry, where Didier worked for several decades. He brings the concept of Haute Couture to the cigar industry. Haute Couture refers to exclusive, custom-fitted clothing found in high-end fashion. Similarly, Didier applies this concept to the packaging and manufacturing of cigars. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wJY