For Episode 26 of the Prime Time Show, we are proud to welcome Juan Martinez, the President of Joya de Nicaragua. It will be an all-Nicaragua show as we catch up with Juan on all things happening Joya de Nicaragua. We will then discuss a little of Nicaraguan culture and history in our Debonaire Ideal […]
Prime Time Episode 25: Chris Topper, Topper Cigars
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For Episode 25 of the Prime Time Show, we are proud to welcome Chris Topper of Topper Cigars for our “Silver” Show. Chris is a fourth generation cigar maker and his family has much experience with both handmade and machine-made cigars. In our Debonaire Ideal segment, we have another round of “Debonaire Deliberation” and finally, […]
Cigar Coop Prime Time Special Edition #14: Winds of Change
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For Special Edition #14, we look at the changes that are happening both domestically and internationally in the cigar industry – and why 2017 has been a pivotal year. Plus Cigar Dave made some interesting comments that pertain to cigar media, and we take a closer look at those comments and give our response. Additional Reference: Prime Time Special Edition […]
Prime Time Episode 24: Enrique Seijas, Matilde Cigars
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For Episode 24 of the Prime Time Show, we are proud to welcome Enrique Seijas of Matilde Cigars. Enrique is the son of the legendary José Seijas and now he is at the helm at Matilde Cigars. We will catch up on all things Matilde. In our Debonaire Ideal segment, we will talk Wedding Cigars. […]
Cigar Coop Prime Time Special Edition #13: The Debonaire Ideal with Phil Zanghi
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For Special Edition #13, tune in as the one and only Phil Zanghi makes his Prime Time debut. We will dive into everything Debonaire and Indian Motorcycle Cigars. In the second segment, Coop and Bear preview the MLB playoffs.
Prime Time Show Episode 23: Jack Toraño, General Cigar Company
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For Episode 23 of the Prime Time Show, and tonight we welcome the one and only Jack Toraño of General Cigar Company. We will get an update on the happenings of the Toraño brand and at General Cigar Company. It’s the night after Jack’s beloved Cubs clinched their division title and we will talk a little Chicago sports with […]
Prime Time Show Episode 22: Ryan Frailing, Island Lifestyle Importers
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For Episode 22 of the Prime Time Show, we welcome Ryan Frailing of Island Lifestyle Importers. Ryan will be live in the Serino Cigar Company Studio in North Carolina! Island Lifestyle Importers has a cigar brand, and they also are the makers of Tommy Bahama branded accessories. We will dive a little deeper into the Tommy Bahama brand […]
Cigar Coop Prime Time Special Edition #12: The HK Era at Davidoff
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For Special Edition #12, we look back at the Hans-Kristian Hoejsgaard era at Davidoff. Hoejsgaard recently departed Davidoff after seven years as its CEO, but not without making an impact and making history. We also pay homage to the late Frank Vincent and discuss Bear’s recent visit to Houston following last month’s Hurricane. The following are two previous interviews […]
Prime Time Show Episode 21: Nate McIntyre Miami Cigar and Company
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This week Nate McIntyre of Miami Cigar Company joined us for Epsiode 21 of the Prime Time Show. Nate was a last-minute fill-in, but certainly brought his “A” game to the table. Nate is an industry veteran and is currently transitioning into his new role as Miami Cigar and Company’s Marketing Coordinator. He caught us […]
Prime Time Show Episode 20: Tom Lazuka, Asylum Cigars
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Asylum Cigars has been a juggernaut over the past five years in the cigar industry. Tonight, on Episode 20 of the Prime Time Show, we have the co-founder and co-owner of Asylum Cigars, the one and only Tom Lazuka. We discuss the rise of Asylum Cigars and talk about the latest happenings with the brand. […]