On Episode 94, Dave and Coop tackle artists who have three impact albums in a row. We look at impact as a combination of commercial sales and critical acclaim. Surprisingly this was a much tougher exercise than one might think. Some of the artists who made it will surprise you, and some of the ones […]
Prime Time Episode 259: Rob Dietrich, Blackened American Whiskey
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Late last year, headlines were made when it was announced that a collaboration between Jonathan Drew of Drew Estate, Metallica’s James Hatfield, and Blackened Whiskey’s Rob Dietrich was happening. That collaboration would be the Blackened M81 cigar. Tonight we talk to one of the principals in this project, Rob Dietrich. Rob is the Master Distiller […]
Prime Time Episode 258: Abe Dababneh
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Abe’s been on a “book tour” promoting The Great Smoke (TGS). As we approach the date, we’ve heard the interviews and now is the chance for us to come from a unique perspective. Yes, we will get you the skinny on everything with TGS 2023, but we’ll also peel the onion more as well as […]
Prime Time Jukebox Episode 93: Women in Music IV – 2023 Edition
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The ladies are back for Prime Time Jukebox Episode 93. In honor of Women’s History Month, Dave and Coop will explore some female artists from both a foundational and contemporary standpoint. We’ll go through some of our favorite female artists and discuss some of our favorite tunes by them. In this episode, Dave smokes the […]
Prime Time Episode 257: Nicholas Melillo, Foundation Cigar Company
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For Episode 257, Nicholas Melillo “aka Nick R Agua” returns to Prime Time. Nick had a huge year in 2022 with several new releases and we will catch up on the happenings with Nick. In addition, we will have our Cattle Baron Steak Question of the Day, Alec Bradley Live True, and Tabacalera USA Ties […]
Prime Time Episode 256: Pete Johnson, Tatuaje Cigars
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For Episode 256, the one and only Pete Johnson of Tatuaje Cigars is our special guest. We will catch up with Pete on the year 2022 for Tatuaje, get some insights into the 20th anniversary of the company, and catch up on some industry topics. In addition, we will have our Cattle Baron Steak Question […]
Prime Time Episode 255: Luis & Alec Cuevas, Casa Cuevas Cigars
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On Episode 255, we welcome back the father and son team of Luis & Alec Cuevas of Casa Cuevas Cigars. Recently Casa Cuevas Cigars has released its latest cigar, Sangre Nueva. This is a cigar project that was spearheaded by 5th generation cigar maker Alec Cuevas. We will smoke this cigar and get the story […]
Prime Time Episode 254: Juan Lopez, Gurkha Cigars
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On Episode 254, we kick off the 2023 season of Prime Time and welcome the one and only Juan Lopez of Gurkha Cigars. Juan is always an entertaining and informative guest. We will catch up with Juan and all things Gurkha. Plus, we will also have our Alec Bradley Live True, Cattle Baron, Dunbarton Tobacco […]
Prime Time Episode 253: Tim Wong
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On Episode 253, we bring back a Christmas tradition and welcome back Tim Wong. Whether its his own brand or brokering some of the industry’s hottest brands, Tim is a wealth of knowledge and tonight we catch up with him. We will also have our Alec Bradley Live True, Cattle Baron, Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust […]
Prime Time Episode 252: Oliver Nivaud, United Cigars
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On Episode 252, we welcome back Oliver Nivaud of United Cigars as our special guest. It’s been a huge year for United – for their own brands and the brands they are partnering with. Tonight we will get the details of what’s been happening with United. Plus we will have our Alec Bradley Live True, Cattle […]