Podcasts about Micallef

 Episode Description:In Episode 391, things get political, combustible, and a little smoky. Mikey and Palmer unpack the explosive immigration raids in LA as Trump calls in the National Guard, sparking riots and a war of words with Gov. Newsom. Meanwhile, the Trump-Musk feud escalates—tech vs. politics in real time. Plus, the TSA reminds us your Costco card won't get you on a plane (even if you love hot dogs).In cigar news: tariffs hit hard, imports dip, and Max Bichler exits Rocky Patel. New releases from Kristoff, Micallef, and Dunbarton make waves. And don't miss another fiery round of "What's the Score?" where Mike and Palmer go head-to-head with a Saka powerhouse and a Ditka disappointment.Also—tour dates announced! From Pennsylvania crawls to Florida pairings and a special July 5th Hustler Experience with Skip Martin, we've got events you won't want to miss.

Amanda and Lauren from Micallef join us on today's After Show. They talk about women in the cigar industry. We also discuss whether more women are smoking cigars. The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH

Micallef Cigars' President, Dan Thompson, opened our interview at the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) with the word "momentum."  Thompson has said Micallef Cigars has momentum with its Color Series. This year, that momentum continues with the fourth installment of the Color Series with Micallef Purple. In addition, the momentum doesn't stop with Purple as Micallef Green and Micallef White are on the horizon. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-we1  

Micallef Cigars' President, Dan Thompson, opened our interview at the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) with the word "momentum."  Thompson has said Micallef Cigars has momentum with its Color Series. This year, that momentum continues with the fourth installment of the Color Series with Micallef Purple. In addition, the momentum doesn't stop with Purple as Micallef Green and Micallef White are on the horizon. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-we1

This week on The Cigar Authority, it's the Worldwide Launch of Micallef Purple with Amanda Micallef of Micallef Cigars! Amanda joins us to celebrate the newest edition to the Micallef Color Series, Micallef Purple & how the Micallef Effect is sweeping the nation! We will smoke the new Micallef Purple. Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about them. The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver sit down with Mike Micallef, President of the iconic Reata Restaurant, to talk all things food, Fort Worth, and perseverance. Founded in 1995 in Alpine, Texas, Reata has grown into a cornerstone of Western fine dining in downtown Fort Worth. Mike shares insights into the challenges of the restaurant industry, the craft behind creating an unforgettable dining experience, rebuilding after the 2000 Fort Worth tornado, and navigating the devastating impact of Covid-19.

The EU Commissioner Glenn Micallef shared with Euronews his concerns about potential budget cuts to Erasmus, following reports that some member states had proposed reductions in the 2025 annual budget.Although the budget was ultimately slightly increased, Micallef acknowledged ongoing discussions about the possible impact of the EU's shifting priorities—particularly toward defence and competitiveness—on future funding for cultural and youth initiatives like Erasmus in the 2028 long-term budget.The commissioner emphasized the EU's commitment to strengthening the Erasmus Plus Programme, highlighting its four-decade legacy of fostering European identity among millions of young people.Radio Schuman also brings you to key debates at the European Parliament as well as the situation of affordable housing in the EU.Radio Schuman is hosted and produced by Maïa de la Baume, with journalists and production assistants Eleonora Vasques and Lauren Walker, audio editing by David Brodheim. Music by Alexandre Jas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In episode 197 (Part 3) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Anthony Micallef. Anthony Micallef is the 12th Headmaster of Brisbane Grammar School, commencing in the role in 2014. He is a graduate of the University of Sydney and has also completed a sabbatical at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. Anthony has taught in several independent boys schools in Brisbane and Sydney where he fulfilled leadership roles in the academic, student wellbeing and cocurricular domains. For the past 30 years, Anthony has served Brisbane Grammar School in a number of key leadership roles. He combines his strong academic, pastoral and sporting background with a collaborative style of leadership and an ardent belief in creating an inclusive educational environment, where individual strengths can be encouraged and nurtured. Anthony serves on the Board of the International Boys Schools Coalition. The Game Changers podcast is produced by Evan Phillips supported by a School for tomorrow (aschoolfortomorrow.com), and powered by CIRCLE. The podcast is hosted on SoundCloud and distributed through Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple Podcasts. Please subscribe and tell your friends you like what you are hearing. You can contact us at gamechangers@circle.education, on Twitter and Instagram via @GameChangersPC, and you can also connect with Phil and Adriano via LinkedIn and Twitter. Let's go!

The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In episode 197 (Part 2) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Anthony Micallef. Anthony Micallef is the 12th Headmaster of Brisbane Grammar School, commencing in the role in 2014. He is a graduate of the University of Sydney and has also completed a sabbatical at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. Anthony has taught in several independent boys schools in Brisbane and Sydney where he fulfilled leadership roles in the academic, student wellbeing and cocurricular domains. For the past 30 years, Anthony has served Brisbane Grammar School in a number of key leadership roles. He combines his strong academic, pastoral and sporting background with a collaborative style of leadership and an ardent belief in creating an inclusive educational environment, where individual strengths can be encouraged and nurtured. Anthony serves on the Board of the International Boys Schools Coalition. The Game Changers podcast is produced by Evan Phillips supported by a School for tomorrow (aschoolfortomorrow.com), and powered by CIRCLE. The podcast is hosted on SoundCloud and distributed through Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple Podcasts. Please subscribe and tell your friends you like what you are hearing. You can contact us at gamechangers@circle.education, on Twitter and Instagram via @GameChangersPC, and you can also connect with Phil and Adriano via LinkedIn and Twitter. Let's go!

Sr Magdalen Mather OSB says that Isaiah reminds us that true faith is not about rituals but about justice, kindness, and standing with the vulnerable, while Jesus emphasizes humility and selfless service over worldly recognition. At its core, Lent invites us to turn away from division and embrace a life of love, connection, and purpose

The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In episode 197 (Part 1) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Anthony Micallef. Anthony Micallef is the 12th Headmaster of Brisbane Grammar School, commencing in the role in 2014. He is a graduate of the University of Sydney and has also completed a sabbatical at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. Anthony has taught in several independent boys schools in Brisbane and Sydney where he fulfilled leadership roles in the academic, student wellbeing and cocurricular domains. For the past 30 years, Anthony has served Brisbane Grammar School in a number of key leadership roles. He combines his strong academic, pastoral and sporting background with a collaborative style of leadership and an ardent belief in creating an inclusive educational environment, where individual strengths can be encouraged and nurtured. Anthony serves on the Board of the International Boys Schools Coalition. The Game Changers podcast is produced by Evan Phillips supported by a School for tomorrow (aschoolfortomorrow.com), and powered by CIRCLE. The podcast is hosted on SoundCloud and distributed through Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple Podcasts. Please subscribe and tell your friends you like what you are hearing. You can contact us at gamechangers@circle.education, on Twitter and Instagram via @GameChangersPC, and you can also connect with Phil and Adriano via LinkedIn and Twitter. Let's go!

MMALOTN is back to give you breakdowns and predictions for UFC 312: Du Plessis vs Strickland 2. THIS PATREON IS FOR THE FIGHT LINK DATABASE, NOT MY PICKS/BETS/WRITE UPS.

Chris et Brian analysent en profondeur le combat de relance de Kevin Jousset après sa défaite à l'UFC Paris, qui aura lieu à l'UFC 312 face à Jonathan Micallef ! Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

On Prime Time Episode 330, Dan Thompson, President of Micallef Cigars returns our special guest. Dan has been at the helm of Micallef Cigars for the past five years. We will look back on his past five years, plus look ahead for how he sees the future. We will also have our FSG Beef, Alec Bradley Live True, Espinosa, and Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Industry Deliberation segments.  

On Prime Time Episode 330, Dan Thompson, President of Micallef Cigars returns our special guest. Dan has been at the helm of Micallef Cigars for the past five years. We will look back on his past five years, plus look ahead for how he sees the future. We will also have our FSG Beef, Alec Bradley Live True, Espinosa, and Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Industry Deliberation segments.  

Tony and Fingers review the Micallef Red on this Happy Hour edition of Eat Drink Smoke. Topics this hour include: Starbucks is reversing its open-door policy to 'prioritize' its paying customers. Kentucky whiskey giant Brown-Forman is laying off hundreds, and closing its Louisville cooperage. What are the 30 unhealthiest frozen foods in America? All that, and much more on the Happy Hour! Follow Eat Drink Smoke on social media!X (Formerly Twitter): @GoEatDrinkSmokeFacebook: @eatdrinksmokeIG: @EatDrinkSmokePodcast The Podcast is Free! Click Below! Apple PodcastsAmazon MusicStitcher SpotifySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seth, John and Aaron discuss their review experience with the Micallef Red Robusto https://developingpalates.com/reviews/cigar-reviews/team-cigar-review-micallef-red-robusto/

The 2024 #29 Cigar of the Year is the Micallef Blue Toro. This is the second installment in Micallef's Color Series.  While Micallef Cigars has been around since 2017, the Color Series represents an important point in the evolution of Micallef as a cigar manufacturer. For the past few years, Micallef has strategically invested in procuring higher-grade tobaccos and efficiently escalating production at its factory in Estelí, Nicaragua. As a result, the company has delivered higher-quality premium releases at an aggressive price point. Full Details: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-u9K

The 2024 #29 Cigar of the Year is the Micallef Blue Toro. This is the second installment in Micallef's Color Series.  While Micallef Cigars has been around since 2017, the Color Series represents an important point in the evolution of Micallef as a cigar manufacturer. For the past few years, Micallef has strategically invested in procuring higher-grade tobaccos and efficiently escalating production at its factory in Estelí, Nicaragua. As a result, the company has delivered higher-quality premium releases at an aggressive price point. Full Details: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-u9K

Ever smelled something that reminds you of food leftovers? We sure have, and on our 300th episode of the Cologne Podcast, returning guest Nikki joins us to revisit a fragrance that's as nostalgic as it is controversial. We find ourselves laughing over a review comparing it to Thanksgiving leftovers and fondly remember Nikki's kitchen skills. As we move on to our one-night stand review of M. Micallef's Red Colorado, we agree it's decent yet not a standout in their lineup, with Nikki taking us on a nostalgic journey to Estes Park, Colorado, adding a personal touch to the episode.We then explore "Triumph of Bacchus," a scent that dances between sweet white peach, boozy rum, and creamy vanilla, and debate its daring bottle design. A fragrance that seems to have split opinions on its appeal, we liken it to a peach Jolly Rancher. Our conversation takes a fun turn discussing similar scents like Carlisle and Red Tobacco, and our evolving candy preferences. This exploration of "Triumphal Bacchus" wraps up with a hint of green apple and saffron, painting the full picture of this unique olfactory experience.Join Our Patreon

Amie Micallef reminds us that Advent invites us to pause, surrender our burdens to Jesus, and find rest in his love as we await the birth of our Savior

Imagine stepping into the rugged beauty of Colorado with just a spritz of perfume. On this episode of the Cologne Podcast, we kick off with a shared love of the great outdoors and our anticipation for M. Micallef's Red Colorado, a fragrance that promises to bottle the essence of mountainous escapes. Alongside our stories of living and exploring the majestic landscapes of Colorado, we also reflect on our past experiences with the Boss Bottled Absolute, evaluating its lasting charm. Will Red Colorado enchant us with the scent of the wilderness and meet the high expectations set by the brand's prior triumphs? Join us for this aromatic adventure.Join Our Patreon

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Studios, Nick fires up a Micallef Black toro and is joined by Cherry Chernobyl. They discuss Nick's recent encounter with some stray wildlife by his garage door as well as what Nick would be willing to do for $15K. Somehow they end up going from urban wildlife to 80's 3D movies...  During the Villiger Cigars Entertainment Report, they discuss HBO's The Penguin as well as the recent re-release of Godzilla Minus One and more. And during the Fly High with Blackbird Cigars segment, we learn about Poon Lim. All this as well as Three Cigars We've Smoked and Enjoyed This Week! Get your calls in for Ask the Pulpit at (863)874-0000. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS... For all your online cigar purchasing needs, head over to 2GuysCigars.com! In business for 40 years, they are THE trusted name in the cigar industry! Family owned and operated, they provide a great selection, fair prices, and outstanding customer service. That's 2GuysCigars.com! Follow JRE Tobacco/Aladino at @AladinoCigars on Instagram or check out their website, JRETobacco.com for a store near you that carries their cigars Follow Villiger Cigars at @VilligerCigar on Instagram or check out their website, VilligerCigars.com for a store near you that carries their cigars Follow Blackbird Cigars at @blackbirdcigar on Instagram or check out their website, BlackbirdCigar.com for a store near you that carries their cigars

Ohh...Yes it's ladies night and the feeling's right! We will be smoking Micallef's brand new "RED" cigar as we look forward to the ladies taking "center stage". This promises to be another incredibly informative and entertaining show as co-host's Jerah Hutchinson, Owner, Clearing the Chamber and Cathy Poturney, Principal, Cigar Box Marketing along with our very special guest Lauren Koper, National Sales Executive at Micallef Cigars join the crew. PRIZES NO LONGER AVAILABLE!!

During this Happy Hour, Tony and Fingers review the Micallef Gomez Sanchez Leyenda No.2 Figurado. Other topics include -- The impact of the hurricanes on the Southeastern United States. Where is the best place to retire? The Social Security Administration announced a cost-of-living adjustment for 2025, the lowest increase since 2021. A new cybersecurity study revealed the 10 most common PIN numbers — is yours on the list? All that and much more on this Happy Hour edition of Eat Drink Smoke. Follow Eat Drink Smoke on social media!X (Formerly Twitter): @GoEatDrinkSmokeFacebook: @eatdrinksmokeIG: @EatDrinkSmokePodcast The Podcast is Free! Click Below! Apple PodcastsAmazon MusicStitcher SpotifySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MMALOTN is back to give you breakdowns and predictions for Dana White's Contender Series 2024 Week 10. THIS PATREON IS FOR THE FIGHT LINK DATABASE, NOT MY PICKS/BETS/WRITE UPS.

(October 1, 2024 - Hour One)9:14pm & 9:35pm - This week we lead with a first time guest who's bones were not made in the BBQ industry. Does he have interests in restaurants? YES! Is he a captain of industry across business platforms? YES! Does he own the cigar company that makes one of my favorite every day smokes? YAAAAS!! Al Micallef (Micallef Cigars) joins me to talk about how he came into the business world, what businesses he got in to and how it developed into the cigar world...you won't want to miss this one!The BBQ Central Show SponsorsSchwank Grills - Use Code BBQCENTRAL for $150 off!Primo GrillsPitts & Spitts BBQ Pits - Use "charcoalcentral" at checkout for $150 Off Charcoal GrillsBig Poppa Smokers – Use promo code “REMPE” for $10 off your purchase of $50 or more!FireboardCookin PelletsFamous Dave's All Star BBQ SeriesPit Barrel CookerFranklin BBQ PitsThe Butcher Shoppe - Save 10% When You Mention "The BBQ Central Show"JRE Tobacco – Makers of the Aladino (and other) line of premium cigars!Micallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

James and Nick welcome Dan Thompson, President of Micallef Cigars, back to the show. Dan talks about the new Micallef Red and the manufacturing and research & development that went into the Red and all of their color series. Dan discusses what's next and teases something new for the PCA 2025 Trade Show in New Orleans. We talk about the "Micallef Effect," what James thinks it is, and what Dan believes it is. There is discussion around the cigar industry, pricing, how manufacturers work with B&M's and much more.

This week the boys discuss Jerry's fiscally “responsible” cigar purchases, the upcoming NFL season, Our recent fantasy drafts and the pop culture impacts from the NFL so far, specifically Travis Kelce's terrible new hair cut. Then we got into the highly anticipated triple giveaway. You guys get to find out which 3 lucky listeners got to win the new hat collab we dropped with Crowned Heads! Patrol Gone Wild this week is back with an angry strip club patron taking things too far, a Canadian car thief testing the off road capabilities of a stolen Ford Bronco, and our encounter with a hood samurai News this week includes an all new release from Micallef and Alec Bradley. We also talked about the tragic fire that destroyed and Aganorsa factory. Cigar: Tatuaje LLE Broadleaf Reserva Whiskey: Black Dirt Single Barrel Bouron Cigars and Whiskey were purchased by Down To Herf Podcast. A huge thank you to our show sponsors Crowned Heads Cigars and Dunbarton Tobacco and Trust! Make sure you're checking them out for all of your cigar needs! https://www.crownedheads.com https://www.dunbartoncigars.com SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL AND WATCH ALL OF OUR EPISODES IN STUDIO! Join The After Herf Show on Patreon Now! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DownToHerfPodcast Visit our Social Media Pages for News and More! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/downtoherfpodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/downtoherfpodcast/  

To learn more about the Neurodivere Love Conversation Cards and Workbook, the Neurodiverse Love Conference videos and the other resources available for individuals or couples in mixed neurotype relationships, check out ⁠Neurodiverse Love. Successful intimate relationships don't just happen by themselves. Building a life together requires us to solve hundreds of everyday problems that all couples encounter. Love for your partner means it's natural to go to great lengths to help them to be happy, to work with their quirks, to be understanding of their limitations, and personal struggles, but what about your own needs? Your own happiness? Are you giving so much to your partner that your're neglecting yourself? Are there areas of your life or your relationship where you feel resentful or unappreciated? During this episode, Paul Micallef from Autism From the Inside will explore the importance of self-care and boundary setting in order to set you and your partner up for success. To learn more about Paul Micallef's work or his amazing YouTube channel, Autism From the Inside click here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neurodiverse-love/support

Another year has gone by, and Smoke Night LIVE host, Master Sensei, is celebrating another birthday! How do we mark this special occasion, you ask? By giving away some tasty cigars! That's right, folks – we're giving away one premium cigar for every year Sensei has been on this wild ride of life. So, one lucky winner will walk away with 59 premium cigars just for tuning in live to this episode. Prize pack includes cigars from: Aganorsa Leaf, Espinosa, Alec Bradley, J.C. Newman, Hoya de Monterrey, Partagas, Drew Estate, Micallef, Oliva, Asylum, Macanudo, and more.

Earlier this year, Micallef followed up the very successful Micallef Black with the Micallef Blue.  The Micallef Blue isn't just a redo of the Black with a different wrapper, the Micallef Blue is a completely different blend.  Featuring a  San Andrés Sumatra wrapper, the Blue enters a very competitive market of sub-$10 cigars.  The vitolas offered are the same as the Black:  robusto and toro. Let's take a look at the details: Vitola:  Robusto Size:  5 x 52 Wrapper: San Andrés Sumatra Binder: Ecuadorian Habano Filler: Nicaragua & Dominican Republic Country of Origin: Nicaragua Factory: Micallef Cigars S.A. MSRP:  $7.00 Final Score: 88

Earlier this year, Micallef followed up the very successful Micallef Black with the Micallef Blue.  The Micallef Blue isn't just a redo of the Black with a different wrapper, the Micallef Blue is a completely different blend.  Featuring a  San Andrés Sumatra wrapper, the Blue enters a very competitive market of sub-$10 cigars.  The vitolas offered are the same as the Black:  robusto and toro. Let's take a look at the details: Vitola:  Robusto Size:  5 x 52 Wrapper: San Andrés Sumatra Binder: Ecuadorian Habano Filler: Nicaragua & Dominican Republic Country of Origin: Nicaragua Factory: Micallef Cigars S.A. MSRP:  $7.00 Final Score: 88

It's another small-group recording from McGroin Manor where we prepare for this year's New England Cigar Expo and recount four interviews from the 2023 Expo; Perdomo, Kristoff, Micallef, and Montecristo. Local Spotlight – New England Cigar Expo Controversy Corner – Grounding

Seth, John and Aaron discuss their review experience with the Micallef Blue Robusto https://developingpalates.com/reviews/cigar-reviews/team-cigar-review-micallef-blue-robusto/

The Student Suicide Prevention Act is in the process of making its way through the NYS Legislature. Hudson Mohawk Magazine correspondent, Marshall Hildreth, sat down with grassroots activist Max Micallef to discuss the Act and what the legislative road ahead for the Act looks like.

James and Nick sit down for an in-depth discussion about business and entrepreneurship with Al Micallef, founder of Micallef Cigars, and his daughter and head of marketing, Amanda Micallef. The conversation begins with Al discussing how he had an interest in business from a young age and how he parlayed that into where he is now. We find out that Amanda started as a producer in Hollywood, and has her own IMDB page. The four of also discuss working with family, how Dan Thompson (President of Micallef Cigars) joined the team and how he navigates differences of opinions between Al and Amanda, as well as women in the cigar industry and their importance of growing the consumer base and the industry. We talk cigar pricing and the "Micallef Affect." It was a great conversation. You can talk with Al, Amanda, and more of their team at their Micallef Socials later this year (you can find one nearest you on Eventbrite).

The Smoking Syndicate Roundtable tackles the Micallef Blue Robusto Micallef Blue made its official nationwide debut at PCA 2024. It's the second cigar in the unofficial “color” series following 2023's Micallef Black. With both Blue and Black, Micallef is targeting the market with a high quality premium cigar in the $7.00 to $8.00 range. The Micallef Blue was also a cigar favorite by the Cigar Coop Coalition among the 2024 PCA releases.

The Smoking Syndicate Roundtable tackles the Micallef Blue Robusto Micallef Blue made its official nationwide debut at PCA 2024. It's the second cigar in the unofficial “color” series following 2023's Micallef Black. With both Blue and Black, Micallef is targeting the market with a high quality premium cigar in the $7.00 to $8.00 range. The Micallef Blue was also a cigar favorite by the Cigar Coop Coalition among the 2024 PCA releases.

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Mobile Studios, Nick is joined by Noah Zeleznik as they each try the Micallef Blue for the first time. They discuss Nick's issues with finding a house and some of his thoughts on the current state of the housing market. It gets a bit curmudgeonly... Then in the Villiger Cigars Entertainment Report, the guys go over their lists of Top Ten movies by Robert De Niro (Noah's favorite actor) that are NOT gangster films. We also list off our Three Cigars We've Smoked and Enjoyed This Week SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS... For all your online cigar purchasing needs, head over to 2GuysCigars.com! In business for 40 years, they are THE trusted name in the cigar industry! Family owned and operated, they provide a great selection, fair prices, and outstanding customer service. That's 2GuysCigars.com! Follow JRE Tobacco/Aladino at @AladinoCigars on Instagram or check out their website, JRETobacco.com for a store near you that carries their cigars Follow Villiger Cigars at @VilligerCigar on Instagram or check out their website, VilligerCigars.com for a store near you that carries their cigars And pair a fantastic coffee with your favorite cigar with one of the selections from Fahking Good Coffee. Visit their website at FahkinGoodCoffee.com to check out all of the blends and how you can place an order! Don't be fahking stupid, drink Fahking Good Coffee!  

Two different cigar companies announced price decreases this past week.  Is this part of the Micallef effect? How will these decreases affect the manufacturer, the retailer and the consumer? The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH

Guest: Shawn Micallef, contributing columnist and author of “Stroll: Pyschogeographic Walking Tours of Toronto” In 2010, journalist Shawn Micallef first published his book of observations, suggestions and civic history gleaned from years of wandering around the city and paying close attention to what he saw. In the 14-years since, as Micallef became a freelance columnist for The Star, the book has been a perennial local favourite, running through several press runs. This week, a new, updated edition launches, for which he re-walked all of the terrain and revised to note how the city has changed in small and large ways. From the ravines to and entirely new neighbourhood, he talks about what one can learn about a city, and how you can grow to both love it and demand change from it, just by strolling around. What would you like to hear on Toronto Star podcasts? Let us know in this survey and you can enter to win a $100 gift card.

On this episode of the Cigar Hustlers Podcast, Mikey takes us on a journey through his recent trip to the Nica Sueno Cigar Factory in Nicaragua, giving us an inside look at the production process.   In industry news, Scott Pearce's departure from PCA to become CAA President shakes up the cigar world, while the Minneapolis City Council's decision to preserve cigar sampling exemptions but limit them to 15 minutes sparks debate.   The episode also dives into the glitz and glamour of Carlito Fuente's Star-Studded Birthday Bash in Tampa, offering a peek into the magical evening.   In a notable industry shift, All Saints and Micallef end their sales partnership, signaling changes in the cigar landscape. Additionally, Black Star Line Cigars introduces two new vitolas for Lalibela and Dark War Witch, expanding their unique offerings.   Finally, a German court ruling prohibits non-Cuban companies from using "Habano" and "Cubano" due to potential consumer confusion, highlighting global regulatory challenges in the cigar industry.   Tune in for these updates and more, only on the Cigar Hustlers Podcast!  

The cigar review: Micallef Blue. The drink review: Sonoma Cherrywood Rye. Dan Thompson of Micallef Cigars talked to Tony at the Premium Cigar Association Trade Show in Las Vegas. They discussed Micallef's history, family involvement in the cigar business, brand strategy, and the industry's handling of inflation. Other topics this week include: Congress just passed a potential TikTok ban. Now what? The best Amazon Mother's Day gifts for 2024. What did Tony do with this information? Should handwriting be taught in school? A debate rages as American IQs drop. All that and much more on episode 287 of Eat Drink Smoke! More information on the Micallef Blue: Size - 5 x 52 Wrapper - San Andrés Sumatra Binder - Ecuadorian Habano Filler - Nicaragua & Dominican Republic Tony Katz and Fingers Malloy (http://eatdrinksmokeshow.com) host Eat! Drink! Smoke! (http://facebook.com/eatdrinksmoke) recorded live at Blend Bar Cigar (http://blendbarcigar.com) in Indianapolis, IN. Follow Eat! Drink! Smoke! Twitter: https://twitter.com/GoEatDrinkSmoke | @GoEatDrinkSmoke Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eatdrinksmoke | @eatdrinksmoke IG: https://www.instagram.com/eatdrinksmokepodcast | @EatDrinkSmokePodcast The Podcast is Free! Click Below! On Apple Podcasts (http://bit.ly/eatdrinksmoke) On Amazon Music (https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/09697f78-947d-4008-92f6-18f6b241774a/Eat-Drink-Smoke) On Stitcher (https://www.stitcher.com/show/eat-drink-smoke) On Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/6Qf6qSmnpb5ctSMEtaB6lp)

This week on The Cigar Authority, we hear the Al Micallef Story. Al Micallef, founder of Micallef Cigars joins us live in studio. Hear about his history & how he got into the world of cigars! We will smoke Micallef Migdalia Corona Extra in the first hour. Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about them. The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.

(April 2, 2024 - Hour Two)10:14pm - As promised, after sitting in with the Embedded Correspondents last week (at his request), Sam The Cooking Guy back it up for a repeat appearance this Tuesday in his normal 2nd hour segment. Tonight we talk about the St. Louis Slinger, other STL dishes, how book sales are going, what grill he uses the most and what advice he gives people when they are looking to buy a grill.10:35pm - Closing the show tonight is the first "cigar brand" interview I have done to date (but not the last). Jeremy Ellis, territory manager for Micallef Cigars, joins me tonight to talk about their brand. You might recall that their Micallef Black line has been hugely successful this past year, including being named 2023 cigar of the year for the Cigar Authority Podcast. Jeremy will tell us how he got into the cigar industry, the history if Micallef and what makes them unique amongst many other cigar brands, what makes the Micallef Black so good and what can we expect new from the brand over the next handful of months.The BBQ Central Show SponsorsSchwank Gills ­ Use promo code BBQCENTRAL and get $150 OFFPrimo GrillsPitts & Spitts BBQ Pits - Use "charcoalcentral" at checkout for $150 Off Charcoal GrillsBig Poppa Smokers – Use promo code “REMPE” for $10 off your purchase of $50 or more!FireboardCookin PelletsPit Barrel CookerFranklin BBQ PitsThe Butcher Shoppe - Save 10% When You Mention "The BBQ Central Show"JRE Tobacco – Makers of the Aladino (and other) line of premium cigars!

Tony and Fingers' cigar review: The Micallef Black Toro. Their drink review: Teeling Small Batch Irish Whiskey. Topics this week include: 8 signs a man will never grow up, according to psychology. The 30 "best" St. Patrick's Day drinks to help you celebrate like the Irish. 34 traditional Irish recipes for your St. Patrick's Day feast. An IRS advisory committee wants to raise the tax threshold for slot machine winnings. All that, and much more, on episode 280 of Eat Drink Smoke. More information on the Micallef Black: Size - 6 x 52 Wrapper - Mexican San Andrés Binder - Ecuadorian Habano Filler - Nicaraguan Tony Katz and Fingers Malloy (http://eatdrinksmokeshow.com) host Eat! Drink! Smoke! (http://facebook.com/eatdrinksmoke) recorded live at Blend Bar Cigar (http://blendbarcigar.com) in Indianapolis, IN. Follow Eat! Drink! Smoke! Twitter: https://twitter.com/GoEatDrinkSmoke | @GoEatDrinkSmoke Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eatdrinksmoke | @eatdrinksmoke IG: https://www.instagram.com/eatdrinksmokepodcast | @EatDrinkSmokePodcast The Podcast is Free! Click Below! On Apple Podcasts (http://bit.ly/eatdrinksmoke) On Amazon Music (https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/09697f78-947d-4008-92f6-18f6b241774a/Eat-Drink-Smoke) On Stitcher (https://www.stitcher.com/show/eat-drink-smoke) On Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/6Qf6qSmnpb5ctSMEtaB6lp)

Our guest today is Olivia Micallef, Chief Operating Officer of Settle Inc., an all-in-one fintech platform built to help e-commerce brands scale seamlessly. Olivia is a cross-disciplinary leader in fintech and banking, with expertise across strategy, product and business operations. Her current focus is on driving growth and managing operations. In her past role as VP of Venmo Commerce, she was responsible for the payment brand's 80M+ customer retention and continual acquisition. Olivia has also held a variety of roles at PayPal, with increasingly larger roles as the company evolved and went through hyper growth – including multiple acquisitions like Xoom and iZettle, 100%+ revenue growth, and leadership of large product and growth teams at-scale. In today’s episode, Cameron and Olivia discuss her insights on what’s happening with the current recession and how they’ve received financing and funding from Silicon Valley banks. They also discuss the separation of PayPal from eBay, as well as the advice she would give to her 21 year-old self. In This Episode You’ll Learn: How Settle helps businesses in the B2C space better understand cash flow and inventory turns. The tell-tale signs of a soft landing. The difference between a revenue-based and invoice-based financing model. The challenges of moving from a large company to a small company. Resources: Connect with Olivia: Website | LinkedIn Connect with Cameron: Website | LinkedIn Get Cameron's latest book “Meetings Suck: Turning One of The Most Loathed Elements of Business into One of the Most Valuable” Get Cameron's online course – Invest In Your Leaders The post Ep. 326 – COO, Settle Inc., Olivia Micallef appeared first on COO Alliance.