Simply Stogies Podcast

A cigar journey.

Hosted ByJames Giehm

Simply Stogies is a podcast for the cigar enthusiast and the veteran cigar aficionado. Join James on his journey through the world of cigars as he covers a variety of topics that are important to cigar smokers. Cigar and cigar accessory reviews, cigar news, reviews with those in the cigar industry, and discussions about all things premium cigars are all on the dockett. Sit back, relax, light up a stogie, and enjoy the show.

All Episodes

Episode 63: Smoking with the Evil 3mpire Cigar 5ociety

September 15, 2021 James Giehm 01:17:51 0 Comments

I sit down with Joe from Evil 3mpire Cigar 5ociety at Prime Cigars in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Joe and I have a great conversation that covers a wide array of...

Episode 62: Chatting with Dan from the Cigar Saver

September 1, 2021 James Giehm 00:23:39 0 Comments

While at the PCA 2021 Trade Show, I sit down with Dan from the Cigar Saver. The Cigar Saver is a product that, well, saves your cigar. When you...

Episode 61: An Epic Conversation with Dean Parsons of Epic Cigars

August 15, 2021 James Giehm 00:53:45 0 Comments

I sit down with Dean Parsons of Epic Cigars at the 2021 PCA Trade Show in Las Vegas, Nevada. Dean and I discuss how his journey from Canadian hockey...

Episode 60: On the PCA Show Floor with Scott Weeks of Recluse Cigars and Iconic Leaf Cigar Company

August 1, 2021 James Giehm 00:37:08 0 Comments

I sit down at the Recluse Cigars/Iconic Leaf Cigar Company booth on the PCA Trade Show floor with owner and blender Scott Weeks. Scott and I talk about his...

Episode 59: The Journey with Nick Syris of LH Cigars

July 15, 2021 James Giehm 01:38:57 0 Comments

I talk, via Zoom, with Nick Syris of LH Cigars. We discuss his journey from an audio business to his life as a retailer and how he eventually started LH...

Episode 58: BONUS Live from the PCA Trade Show with Lucas Da Silva of Oxford Cigar Co.

July 12, 2021 James Giehm 00:25:34 0 Comments

James and Lucas, owner of Oxford Cigar Co., discuss the 2021 PCA Trade Show LIVE from the show floor. Lucas is open and transparent with what he sees as...

Episode 57: A Conversation with Anya Ramirez

July 1, 2021 James Giehm 00:57:40 0 Comments

I am joined, via telephone, with Instagram influencer, entrepreneur, and representative of Karen Berger Cigars, Anya Ramirez. We talk about her journey into the world of cigars and how...

Episode 56: On the Patio with Giannis of the Vintage CLT

June 15, 2021 James Giehm 00:34:13 0 Comments

I sit down with Giannis Koutsoupias, the Director of Business Development for the Vintage Whiskey and Cigar Bar in Charlotte, North Carolina, on the patio at the Vintage. We...

Episode 55: Talking with Lucas from Oxford Cigar Co.

June 1, 2021 James Giehm 01:02:26 0 Comments

James travels to sunny Orlando, Florida to have a conversation with Lucas Da Silva of Oxford Cigar Company. The pair sit outside next to large fans and a train...

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