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Cigar Review: 10th Anniversary from Dapper Cigar Co.

The Dapper Cigar Co. 10rth Anniversary was announced in March of this year. I should note, that’s also when they were shipped to retailers. That’s something that Ian Reith wishes more cigar companies would do. Instead of allowing retailers to presell, he waits to announce the new blends until Dapper Cigar Co. is ready to…

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61 Clear the Air: A Simply Stogies Podcast After Show

In an unusual episode of Clear The Air, Tim and James are back to dive a little deeper into the stories told by Sean Brown and Jillian Hinton of Dogs Inc from the latest episode of Simply Stogies Podcast. The conversation jumps through a few other key points from the episode including how service members…

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Cigar Review: Meat & Three by Crowned Heads Robusto

When it comes to Crowned Heads cigars I usually stick with their limited edition offerings because I think they are just a step above what is offered in their regular production lines. They generally offer reasonably priced sticks and the Meat & Three is considered a budget stick that can be obtained for around $6…

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Episode 161: Dogs Inc.

James and Tim kick off National Service Dog Month by welcoming Sean Brown and Jillian Hinton of Dogs Inc. to the show. Jillian and Sean share their stories and how Dogs Inc. helped them during some of the toughest times in their lives. Dogs Inc. provides guide dogs, service dogs, therapy dogs, and companion dogs…

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60 Clear the Air: A Simply Stogies Podcast After Show

Back to the microphones after last week’s episode of Simply Stogies Podcast where Tim brings James and Nick back to the microphone to talk behind Zino Brand Ambassador, Law Ream’s back. The three talk a little bit more about the Republic of Debauchery and how the industry really needs some more laughs. They spend time…

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Cigar Review: Alma del Cielo Amanecer from Plasencia

The Alma del Cielo, or Spanish for “Soul of the Sky,” is the latest cigar from Plasencia. What sets this apart from other Nicaraguan Puros from the company is where it was grown – 3,500ft above sea level in the Condega region of Nicaragua. The elevation is said to give the tobacco its unique flavor…

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Episode 160: Law Ream Zino Brand Ambassador

James and Nick welcome the Zino Cigars Brand Ambassador, Law Ream, to the show. The former host of the Republic of Debauchery talks cigar media and content creation. We pick his brain and get his thoughts on comedy in the cigar space, how news is covered, and his transition from content creator to brand ambassador….

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Cigar Review: Preakness 150 LE from Stolen Throne

Jimmy D from the Drawing Room in Davenport, Iowa smokes and reviews the Preakness LE 150 from Stolen Throne. Jimmy takes you through his thoughts, as he smokes the cigar made for The Preakness Stakes. Rolled at the Rojas Cigar Factory in Nicaragua, the Preakness 150 LE is a 6″ x 46 corona that features…

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59 Clear the Air: A Simply Stogies Podcast After Show

James is holding Cigar Apocalypse in Livermore, IA at Smoldering Cigar so Tim has no choice but to find a replacement. Tim and Nick welcome first time guest host Jimmy who is not only a video reviewer for Simply Stogies but a lounge owner. Jimmy owns and operates The Drawing Room in Davenport, IA. Anyway,…

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Cigar Review: Lumineer Toro by Valacari Cigars

I was first made aware of the Lumineer several years ago by Lou Cross, now of Lure Cigars. At the time, Lou was good friends with Nimmer Ahmad of Valacari. Nimmer would allow Lou, and the members of a local Tallahassee based cigar club – “C4” – to sample different test blends to get feedback….

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