On Episode 245, The Name Council reconvenes for its second session. This time the Name Council tackles Cigar Brands names – and we will look to see if these brands are truly brands. For this Council Session we are joined by John McTavish of Developing Palates, Eric Guttormson of Cigar Dojo, and Jay Davis of […]
Prime Time Episode 244: Jonathan Carney, La Flor Dominicana
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On Episode 244, we welcome back Jonathan Carney, Vice President of Sales for La Flor Dominicana We will catch up on the happenings at La Flor Dominicana including the company’s auction of the Golden Bull NFT and some of LFD’s latest projects. Plus we will have our Alec Bradley Live True segment, Cattle Baron Steak […]
Cigar Industry Report: Edition 514 (12/3/22)
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The Cigar Industry Report is a one-stop place to catch up on the activity here at Cigar Coop. It is a combination of the news reports, cigar reviews, and assessment updates we do throughout the week. In addition, each week we will look back at Cigar Coop history. Look for this report every Saturday morning at […]
Announcement: Prime Time Episode 250 – Charlie Minato
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Tonight we celebrate Episode 250, and to mark this milestone we have Charlie Minato co-founder of Halfwheel as our special guest. If you know Charlie, there isn’t a major news story in the cigar industry he is not on top of – and tonight we’ll get his thoughts and perspectives on plenty of items […]
Cigar Industry Report: Edition 511 (11/12/22)
William Cooper Cigar Industry Report, Cigar News No Comments Cigar Coop, Cigar Wrap, News, Prime Time Jukebox, Prime Time Show, Prime Time Special Edition, The Smoking Syndicate
The Cigar Industry Report is a one-stop place to catch up on the activity here at Cigar Coop. It is a combination of the news reports, cigar reviews, and assessment updates we do throughout the week. In addition, each week we will look back at Cigar Coop history. Look for this report every Saturday morning at […]
Announcement: Prime Time Episode 249 – Fred Rewey, Illusione Cigars
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On Episode 249, Fred Rewey returns to Prime Time for a very special episode! Fred’s got a new gig at Illusione Cigars, and we’ll talk about what he’s doing and what’s going on at Illusione Cigars. It’s the perfect time of the year as Fred’s beloved McRib sandwich is now available. Tonight we will […]
Prime Time Episode 243: Tim Ozgener, Ozgener Family Cigars
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On Episode 243, we welcome honored to welcome one of the true icons of the cigar industry, Tim Ozgener. Tim’s family founded the legendary CAO brand and it changed the cigar industry as we know it. Tim stepped away from the business 12 years ago, but this year he has come back – with an […]
Prime Time Episode 242: Michael Giannini and Joe Gro, Quality Importers Trading Co.
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On Episode 242, we welcome back Michael Giannini and Joe Gro. Both have been on the Prime Time Shows before but this time they will talk about the happenings at their new home, Quality Importers Trading Company. Plus we will have our Alec Bradley Live True segment, Cattle Baron Steak Question of the night, Sopranos […]
Prime Time Episode 241: Matt Booth, STG
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On Episode 241, Matt Booth comes back for a visit. As many know when Matt comes on the show, anything can happen. Tonight we will focus on Matt’s move to Scandinavian Tobacco Group (STG) and the acquisition of his brand. This will be an episode you will not want to miss. Plus we will have […]
Cigar Industry Report: Edition 510 (11/5/22)
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The Cigar Industry Report is a one-stop place to catch up on the activity here at Cigar Coop. It is a combination of the news reports, cigar reviews, and assessment updates we do throughout the week. In addition, each week we will look back at Cigar Coop history. Look for this report every Saturday morning at […]