#ELOsoFumarTakes
258 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★ - 13 ratings#ELOsoFumarTakes delivers abbreviated interviews, thoughts, and insights with cigar industry personnel and fans. Host Bear Duplisea's vision is to give the audience a peak into industry culture as well as show the human side of its inner members.
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 243rd Take - with Ken Hamlin of The Arrival Cigar Brand & former NFL Pro Bowler
March 06, 2023 14:35 - 2 hours - 202 MBThis week, #ELOsoFumarTakes is pleased to welcome a first-time guest and first-time former NFL player to the show for our #243rdTake. Ken Hamlin has ARRIVED and we will make him feel welcome. We talk journey, from first smoke to La Aurora to another cigar coming to market - Ken has a every busy life. We step into it and enjoy! Ken and I would like to spotlight the Greater Hounston area chapter of the Jack & Jill Foundation, learn more here: Jack & Jill Foundation - Missouri City/Sugar L...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 242nd Take - with William Cooper, Ben Lee, & Erron Nielsen of The Cigar Coop Coalition
February 27, 2023 22:27 - 3 hours - 273 MBThis week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes the return of the Coalition. That’s right, Cigar Coop, The Smoking Syndicate and #ELOsoFumar band together tonight for #Take242. Even though the name of The Smoking Syndicate Show implies different, we don’t always meet at the Roundtable. Tonight, we meet at an irregular quadrilateral table. I thought about square, but there’s going to be some very different view points brought tonight. Some feelings may get hurt, and they most certainly will be mine. Luc...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 241st Take - with Abe Dababneh of Smoke Inn & The Great Smoke
February 20, 2023 07:28 - 2 hours - 190 MBThis week, #ELOsoFUmarTakes is pleased to welcome back Abe Dababneh of Smoke Inn to sit down for our #241stTake. We're one month away from the 2023 Edition of The Great Smoke and as always ABe and his team have promised an event to remember. We talk with Abe about this year's event - especially this year's theme of Mardi Gras - and all that he has in store. Plus the trip of a lifetime! Enjoy! https://www.thegreatsmoke.com/ http://www.smokeinn.com/ United Cigar Presidential Trivia...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 240th Take - with Laurel Tilley of AJ Fernandez Cigar Company
February 13, 2023 08:34 - 2 hours - 216 MBThis week, #ELOsoFumarTakes is pleased to present the return of one of our industry's fun personalities. When Laurel Tilley told me that she would be leaving her role as Ambassador for Macanudo, there was nothing fun about it. I soon learned that she was not leaving the industry - what a relief! Tilley has made her stamp on the industry and intends to take her experience and expertise over to familiar territory. AJ Fernandez Cigar Company now has one of the best Brand Developers in the biz. ...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 239th Take - with Scott Pearce of Premium Cigar Association
February 06, 2023 08:43 - 2 hours - 212 MBThis week, we welcome back Scott Pearce of the Premium Cigar Association back for our #239thTake! Over six months have passed since the last PCA trade show and less than six months to the next one. We look back on the impact of 2022 and what 2023 and beyond will bring our industry’s organization. Enjoy! Please consider donating: https://premiumcigars.org/ Promotion of Ryan Parada: https://cigar-coop.com/2022/11/cigar-news-pca-promotes-ryan-parada-to-senior-manager-of-government-affai...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 238th Take - with Cynn & Josh Coburn of Dissident Cigars
January 30, 2023 07:08 - 2 hours - 198 MBThis week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes two very special guests for our #138thTake. Cynn and Joshua Coburn came to the cigar industry in a very untraditional way. But, then again, sometimes great tradition is born from untraditional ways. The Coburns' story is one worth telling, and it's one worth listening. Enjoy! The Coburns and I would like to raise awareness for SOS Animales Nicaragua! Please consider donating here: https://www.sos-animales-nica.org/donate The Coburns take over Diss...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 237th Take - with Alan Rubin of Alec Bradley
January 23, 2023 07:33 - 2 hours - 198 MBThis week, #ELOsoFumarTakes officially kicks off 2023 with the return of the distinguished, herald, and freshly inducted Hall of Famer Alan Rubin - Founder of Alec Bradley Cigars. From the latest projects to life lessons, we get the best from Alan on our #237thTake! The Rubin Family, Abe Dababneh, and I are inviting for you to support the Boys & Girls Club of Broward County and have a little fun along the way. https://gofund.me/5f022fe6 You read that right Bradley Rubin will shave h...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 236th Take - 2022 Top Ten Cigars with George Brightman
January 09, 2023 08:18 - 3 hours - 260 MBThis week, #ELOsoFumarTakes counts it down! That's right, our Top 10 Cigars of 2022 will be brought to you in countdown fashion. This year, I wanted to bring something special (you all know I like the twist). So, here it is - I've enlisted some help this year with my Top 10, so that's why for our #236thTake and our 2022 Top Ten Countdown the incomparable George Brightman will join us to give his own blind assessment on my Top 10!!! It'll be one to remember, Enjoy! Criteria: 1) It's vito...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 235th Take - with Drew Newman of JC Newman Cigar Company
December 27, 2022 17:50 - 1 hour - 102 MBMerry Christmas everyone!!! For our very first Christmas #Take we bring you a very special simulcast on both YouTube and Facebook. Drew Newman returns for a very special #235thTake for an #ELOsoFumarTakes Christmas. Since we last spoke to Drew we've seen the expansion of his cherished The American line, rebranding throughout the portfolio, a renovation into his family's 100+ year old factory and his father's election into the Cigar Hall of Fame. Drew shares his family and cigars with us this...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 234th Take - Christmas Party with Mike Szczepankiewicz, Jay Davis & Garret Robinson
December 20, 2022 19:48 - 2 hours - 238 MBThis week, #ELOsoFumarTakes invites you to our Christmas Party! Our #234thTake promises to be a good time with a pretty cool cast of characters. 'Cigar Hustler' Mike Szczepankiewicz, 'Mr. Blue Smoke' Jay Davis, and 'How 'Bout that Cigar' Garret Robinson join the celebration. Will Mike bring cereal? Will Jay smoke a Fuente? How 'bout Garret's Candy Cane grip? We'll find out and more! Enjoy!! This week, we'd like to raise awareness, spotlight, and if you feel called, donations to: Toys fo...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 233rd Take - with Steve Abbot of General Cigar Company
December 12, 2022 18:48 - 1 hour - 162 MBThis week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes a first time guest in Steve Abbot of General Cigar Company to sit down for our #233rdTake. Steve brings an incredible background in the Tobacco industry into his role at General. We smoke Macanudo and explore the journey of Abbot himself. Enjoy! For this occasion, Steve and I would like to spotlight The Salvation Army Please consider donating: https://give.salvationarmyusa.org/give/164006/#!/donation/checkout?amount=Other Macanudo Estate Reserve ...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 232nd Take - with Ram Rodriguez of Artista Cigars
December 05, 2022 17:55 - 2 hours - 185 MBThis week, #ELOsoFumarTakes has something very special for our #232ndTake. Ram Rodriguez of Artista Cigars returns to talk about the latest goings with his family’s company - including the fantastic re-branding. We’ll walk through a few things tonight and explore his father’s words, “Let your words be more valuable than your pocket because money comes and goes, but words stay. Make sure you deliver what you promise.” Enjoy! Ram's Featured Charity: https://davidortizchildrensfund.org/ Pl...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 231st Take - Lord of the Rings The Two Towers with Sam Spencer, Matt Tye, & Tripp Waldrop
November 22, 2022 01:45 - 3 hours - 289 MBThis week, #ELOsoFumarTakes returns to the cinema. I've wrangled the best nerds our industry has to offer as we dive into the second installment of Lord of the Rings. The Two Towers debuted 20 years ago! Our goal tonight is to revel, drink, smoke and nerd out with Matt Tye, Tripp Waldrop and, of course, Sam Spencer! Enjoy! Just like with our foray into LOTR: Fellowship of the Ring, this #Take is dedicated in honor of my sister Reagan, who without, my life would be absent of art. Please ...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 230th Take - FIFTH ANNIVERSARY with Tim Wong, Aaron Loomis & Cigar Coop Coalition
November 14, 2022 08:46 - 2 hours - 242 MB#ELOsoFumarTakes turns 5 years old this week!! In those five years we'll have done 230 #Takes. This week is special, as many of you know, each year, I've invited Tim Wong of Pier 28 Premium Cigars to return as my guest, as he was my guest on the very first #Take. Tim will be back!!! Joining us will be the Cigar Coop Coalition members - Ben Lee, and Erron Nielsen. It doesn't stop there, Aaron Loomis,Co-Founder of Developing Palates will also be on hand to make sure we keep everything in orde...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 229th Take with Reinier Lorenzo of HVC Cigars
November 07, 2022 23:43 - 1 hour - 160 MBThis week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes the return of Reinier Lorenzo of HVC Cigars. Our #229thTake promises to be a good one as we dive into what it takes to open your own factory, the "new new" from HVC, and what we can expect from HVC in the next few months. It's more than that, as we dive into an all-new This or That, plus I want to know what cigars Reinier smokes when he celebrates. Enjoy! Reinier and I, along with our friends at Cigar Dojo would like to spotlight Cigars for Warriors ...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 228th Take with Steve Saka of Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust and William Cooper of Cigar Coop
October 31, 2022 22:06 - 3 hours - 280 MBThis week, #ELOsoFumarTakes celebrates Bear's birthday! Our #228thTake welcomes two fan favorites as well as two host favorites. First, we welcome back the man himself who just couldn't get enough birthday last year -Mr. Steve Saka of Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust. Our second guest is none other than Cigar Coop's William Cooper. We spotlight charity, favorite birthday cake, the Navy, and more. We'll probably be smoking some good cigars, too. Enjoy! For this occasion, Coop, Saka, and I would...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 227th Take with Jon Carney of La Flor Dominicana
October 17, 2022 20:05 - 2 hours - 213 MBThis week, La Flor Dominicana's own and beloved Jon Carney returns for our #ELOsoFumarTakes #227thTake! Jon has done more than a few favors for me over the years, but that's what friends are for. I'm blessed to be close with a lot of people in this industry, but I do consider Jon a dear friend. But, far too much has happened since Jon's last stop on the show. From Family news to NFTs, we sit down to cover it all. We'll be smoking the new, new Solis and discussing socks, steaks (of course) an...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 226th Take with Alec Cuevas of Casa Cuevas Cigars
October 10, 2022 07:41 - 2 hours - 214 MBThis week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes the return of the young and viable Director of Operations for Casa Cuevas Cigars - Mr. Alec Cuevas. In many circles, it may be inappropriate to discuss age. Old can mean tired and over-the-hill. Youth can mean inexperienced and lackluster. Well, this week's guest may be young, but he has the chops, knowledge and pedigree of an industry veteran. As a student of tobacco and an admirer of the traditions in this industry, Alec has launched his very first proj...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 225th Take with Michael Cappellini of Toscano Cigars
October 03, 2022 06:41 - 2 hours - 192 MBThis week, #ELOsoFumarTakes is proud to welcome Michael Cappellini, the U.S. Brand Ambassador for Toscano Cigars. Our #225thTake will be one to remember as dive deep into a 200-year history of cigar making. Along the way, Michael and I will talk about Italy, Pennsylvania, festivals, antipasto, and all things Toscano. Grab yourself a fire-cured delight and enjoy! For this occasion, Michael and I would like to spotlight the Red Cross for their work around the world, but in particular to he...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 224th Take with Matt Booth of Room 101 Cigars
September 19, 2022 06:09 - 1 hour - 111 MBThis week, #ELOsoFumarTakes brings back an audience favorite for a throwback #Take224. Matt Booth returns for a Rapid Fire Take. The founder of Room101 Cigars has made some time for us and we're going 10000 miles per hour! You don't want to miss this as we talk acquisition, the future, and I'm sure at some point...microphones on one's groin. Enjoy! For this occasion, Matt and I are spotlighting and asking for support toward Keep Memory Alive you can learn more here. United Cigar Pre...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 223rd Take with George Rico of Gran Habano Cigars
September 12, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 158 MBThis week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes the return of George Rico for our #223rdTake. The second-generation manufacturer had an amazing PCA trade show this year, with the announcement of two amazing releases. One,of which, commemorates 20 years of excellence n this awesome industry. But, we also take a moment to Remember those fall today 21 years ago on September 11, 2001. We review Gran Habano's year and take a peak into the future as well. Enjoy! For this occasion, we'd like to raise a...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 222nd Take with Pete Johnson and Ben Lee of Tatuaje Cigars & The Smoking Syndicate
August 29, 2022 21:01 - 3 hours - 253 MB#ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes the return of two esteemed gentlemen for a very special #222ndTake. Pete Johnson and Ben Lee sit down for a special evening as we discuss the banner year for Tatuaje Cigars and all things Havana Cellars. Enjoy! For this occasion, we continue to raise awareness and spotlight Gulfstream Guardian Angels Rottweiler Rescue United Presidential Trvia resources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_presidential_pets https://www.pointvicentevet.com/services/...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 221st Take with Enrique Seijas of Matilde Cigars
August 22, 2022 06:39 - 2 hours - 179 MBThis week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes the long-anticipated return of Enrique Seijas of Matilde Cigars! It's been 157 #Takes since we had Enrique swing by. So much has changed, he had a kid, then I had a kid and I guess we'll leave some more family stuff to Sunday. But, in the time we've seen Enrique the landscape of the industry has changed and with it, Matilde Cigars changed as well. We'll get Enrique's #Take on what his vision for success will be in the coming years. Sit down for our #221st...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 220th Take with Eric Gottormson of Cigar Dojo
August 15, 2022 05:43 - 2 hours - 168 MBThis week, on #ELOsoFumarTakes brings back a blast from our past! Our guest of honor on #Take220 is Eric Guttormson of Cigar Dojo. It wasn't big enough for Eric to build the cigar world's most popular app, he had to create a Universe. TEN YEARS and counting! We'll see what Eric's thoughts are on last month's PCA Trade Show, the direction of the industry, going to the bathroom with Michael Herklots, and dancing with snakes?!?!?! Enjoy! For this occasion, Eric and I would like to spotlight...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 219th Take with Greg Zimmerman of The Tobacco Company and President of PCA Board of Directors
August 08, 2022 06:46 - 2 hours - 204 MBThis week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes, for the first time, the President of the Premium Cigar Association Board of Directors- Mr. Greg Zimmerman. Our #219thTake promises to be one to remember. We learn about Greg's journey and discuss this year's trade show. Enjoy! For this occasion, Greg and I would like to spotlight Habitat for Humanity. Learn more here. Please consider donating HERE. https://premiumcigars.org/ https://premiumcigars.org/news/pca-files-comments-opposing-fda-flavor...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 218th Take with Michael Herklots of Ferio Tego
August 01, 2022 06:30 - 2 hours - 169 MBThis week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes back the Crowned Prince of the Cigar Industry - Michael Herklots of Ferio Tego for our #218thTake. PCA closed less than two weeks ago and while some already have their eyes on next year, we take a look at the here and the now. Is Ferio Tego what Herklots envisioned? My wager is no. But, don't my word for it. Let's peer into the periscope together. Enjoy! Ferio Tego returns for 2022: https://cigar-coop.com/2022/06/cigar-news-ferio-tego-eleganccia-and-g...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 217th Take with Kevin Keithan of Protocol Cigars
July 25, 2022 06:06 - 2 hours - 165 MBThis week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes the return of the industry's number #1 Cyber Security Specialist - Mr. Kevin Keithan of Protocol Cigars! For our #217thTake, we look back at Protocol's last year, where talk pool parties and fun times. Well, some of that too, but it's time to get serious with Kevin and see what the #PoweroftheP clan has in store for the rest of 2022 and beyond. Enjoy! For this occasion, Kevin and I would like to spotlight Tunnel to Towers Foundation. Learn more here:...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 216th Take with Luciano Meirelles of ACE Prime Cigars
July 18, 2022 06:20 - 2 hours - 226 MBThis week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes back Luciano Meirelles of ACE Prime for our #216thTake. It'll be PCA Post Party! Last time we sat down with Luciano it was my birthday, this time we talk about Ace Prime's birthday. In less than five years, Luciano, Pichardo, and the Tabacalera Pichardo have become heavyweights in the premium cigar world and have made a name for themselves and other brand names. Let's Post Show Party Right Here! Enjoy! The Show even takes a deep philosophical turn in ...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 215th Take with William Cooper, Ben Lee, & Erron Nielsen of The Cigar Coop Coalition
July 04, 2022 07:11 - 3 hours - 262 MBThis week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes THE COALITION! The Cigar Coop Coalition that is. William Cooper, Ben Lee, and Erron Nielsen sit down for #Take215 and we talk all things Premium Cigar Association Trade Show. For this occasion, we honor William Cooper as he selected Sepsis Alliance to feature. Check them out and consider donating, but mostly please educate yourself on the signs of sepsis. https://www.sepsis.org/ https://cigar-coop.com/pca-2022-the-big-board To the #ELOsoFuma...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 214th Take with Mike Szczepankiewicz of Pospiech Cigars and A Cigar Hustler’s Podcast
June 27, 2022 06:04 - 2 hours - 186 MBThis Sunday, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes the return of Mike Szczepankiewicz of A Cigar Hustlers Podcast & Pospiech Cigars. We remind everyone, why everybody eats (cereal or whatever they want). We dig into recent collaborations and, of course, the upcoming PCA Trade Show. It'll be our #214thTake! It's all fun and games. Enjoy! For this occasion, Mike and I are pleased to spotlight a local Little League team that means a great deal to Mike and his family. Please consider helping this young...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 213th Take with Tom Lazuka & Oliver Nivaud of Asylum Cigars and United Cigars
June 20, 2022 06:39 - 2 hours - 214 MBThis week, #ELOsoFumarTakes returns to celebrate Father's Day for #Take213 with a perennial favorite - Tom Lazuka of Asylum Cigars. This is the third Father's Day that we celebrate with Tom and for our #213thTake, we're bringing in an additional special guest. Mr. Oliver Nivaud of United Cigars will be joining us this year. We talk Asylum, United, and, of course, FATHERHOOD. Enjoy! Tom, Oliver, and I would like to spotlight The Boys & Girls Club of America Specifically, the communiti...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 212th Take with Bradley Rubin of Alec & Bradley
June 06, 2022 06:21 - 2 hours - 221 MBThis week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes Bradley Rubin of Alec & Bradley back for our #212thTake. Over the past couple of years, Brad and I have shared a lot of cigars and good conversations. We've chatted music, spirits, travel, and FOOD. This Sunday, we chat about the latest from Alec Bradley Cigars as well as smoke a special cigar and take a culinary journey with the young Rubin. Enjoy! For this occasion, Bradley and I would like to spotlight and raise awareness for Abandon Pet Rescue, a ...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 211th Take with Sam Spencer and Fred Rewey for the 50th Anniversary of The Godfather
May 23, 2022 18:59 - 2 hours - 235 MBThis week, #ELOsoFumarTakes returns to the cinema to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of arguably the greatest film of the last half-century. Since its debut, the Godfather has been copied, quoted, and embedded into sports, political, and business rhetoric. Fred Rewey and Sam Spencer return to smoke Illusione Cigars (Thanks, Fred!) and discuss the American gem. So, here is an offer you can't refuse, join us for our #211thTake and Enjoy! For this occasion, in honor of Sam's new profession o...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 210th Take with Glen Case of Kristoff Cigars
May 16, 2022 05:38 - 1 hour - 151 MBThis week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes Glen Case of Kristoff Cigars back for our #210thTake. The last time we sat down with Glen, a small thing called the Pandemic was just starting. Nobody knew what laid before us, but the past 24 months have proven the resolve that Case and his team built along the way. The Dominican Republic was hit the hardest with shutdowns of all cigar-producing countries. Additionally, we reflect on the tragic loss of a pillar to the Dominican Republic and Kristoff Ciga...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 209th Take with Tony Bellatto of La Barba Cigars and Bellatto Premium Cigars
May 09, 2022 05:59 - 2 hours - 191 MBThis week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes back the man responsible for the 2020 #ELOsoFumarTakes #1 Cigar of the Year - Mr. Tony Bellatto! Our #209thTake promises to be one to remember as we not only celebrate our collective past, but the legacy of Tony's family as he looks to turn write a new chapter in his family's and his own saga in the premium cigar industry. Enjoy! For this occasion, Tony and I would like to spotlight and raise awareness for The Purple Cat and the amazing work they do f...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 208th Take with Mo Maali of Patina Cigars
May 02, 2022 05:23 - 1 hour - 132 MBThis week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes the return of Patina Cigars' own Mo Maali. It's been well over 160 #Takes since we sat down with Mo. But, our #208thTake promises to be one to remember as we chat about the journey that got him here and how it wasn't the route he probably expected. We also discuss Sox (Chicago vs Boston) and smoke what promises to be an evening's worth of stellar samplings from Patina. Enjoy! For this occasion, Mo and I decided to talk about blessing and charity in ge...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 207th Take with Karen Berger & Brian Diggins of Don Kiki Cigars
April 25, 2022 11:46 - 1 hour - 127 MBThis week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes a pair of first-time guests to sit down for our #207thTake. Tobacco Business Awarded Karen Berger Businesswoman of the Year in 2021. However, this latest accolade is only the beginning to a story that's worth sharing. Her National Sales Director Diggins Brian joins us as well to chat about the legacy of the late, great Don Kiki Berger and how K by Karen Berger is just the current chapter in a storied journey we explore. Enjoy! For this occasion, Karen...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 206th Take with Omar de Frias of Fratello Cigars
April 18, 2022 06:07 - 1 hour - 147 MBThis week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes the return of the Big Man on Campus! Omar de Frias, founder of Fratello Cigars, will sit down for our #206thTake. Omar has been traveling the world and spreading his brotherly love and cigars all over the globe. We look to find out what's in store for Fratello this year and circle back with one of the best stories in our industry. Enjoy! For this occasion, Omar and I would like to spotlight and raise awareness for the Susan G Komen Foundation in honor...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 205th Take with Nick Libretti of JR Cigars
April 11, 2022 06:03 - 2 hours - 187 MBThis week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes Nick Libretti of JR Cigars to sit down for our #205thTake. Libretti just put to bed the long-anticipated and awaited 50th Anniversary Project from JR Cigars. Between all of his duties for JR and his hosting duties of the Long Ash Podcast, his days are full. We learn more about Nick, his journey, and, of course, some cigar chat. For this occasion, Nick and I are spotlighting the Down Syndrome Diagnosis Network. You can learn more here: https://www.dsd...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 204th Take with Sebastien Decoppet and Brian Motola of CAVALIER GENÈVE Cigars
March 28, 2022 06:28 - 2 hours - 218 MBThis week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes the return of Sebastien Decoppet and B Motola of Cavalier Genève Cigars. New year, new factory, new partnership. For an industry that always loves the "new, new" we've got it for you. Plus, as a bonus, will there ever be 3 better beards in one place? Enjoy! For this occasion, we have something very special that Sebastien has put a lot of help into during his years in Honduras. He, along with may other cigar manufacturers in the region, help a man nam...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 203rd Take with Howard Gumbs, Jr. of Howard G Cigars
March 14, 2022 06:01 - 2 hours - 183 MBThis week, #ELOsoFumarTakes is so pleased to welcome first-time guest - Howard Gumbs Jr. of Howard G Cigars. We'll be talking to Howard about his journey. From galavanting with professional athletes to bringing some of the most unique cigars to the market. You won't want to waste a minute. Enjoy! For this Occasion, Howard and I would like to spotlight and feature The Orange County Police Athletic League Learn more here: https://ocsopal.com/ Please consider donating here: https://oc...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 202nd Take with Nicholas Melillo of Foundation Cigar Company
March 07, 2022 06:55 - 1 hour - 161 MBThis week, #ELOsoFumarTakes returns and welcomes back an all-time favorite in the premium cigar industry. 'Nick R. Agua' aka Nicholas Melillo aka Chief of the Broadleaf aka The Cigar Industry's Reggae Savant sits down for our #202ndTake. Last time, Nick and I talked tequila and so we sit down with some of the iconic Mexican spirit and pair it with a classic of Foundation Cigar Company's portfolio. We also chat about history, Foundation's place in it and,of course, Joe Rgan! This is a #Take ...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 201st Take with Jeff Borysiewicz of Corona Cigar Company and Florida Sun Grown Farm
February 21, 2022 16:51 - 2 hours - 169 MBThis week, we begin our journey into our next two hundred #Takes. For our #201stTake, we welcome the return of Jeff Borysiewicz of Corona Cigar Company, Florida Sun Grown Tobacco Farm, and gentleman extraordinaire. Jeff is always willing to lend a helping hand, a piece of advice, and a torch to light your path, er cigar. Well, this week, we ask his advice on some matters of the heart, the home and the tobacco farm. We'll be having some fun along the way, but also catching up on the latest fr...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 200th Take with Carlos ”Carlito” Fuenete, Jr. of Arturo Fuente Cigars
February 14, 2022 07:46 - 2 hours - 227 MBThis week, the day has arrived. OUR 200TH TAKE! We've had some many takes over four years and to celebrate we welcome in one of the industry's finest and esteemed ambassadors. He's the son of a legend and an icon himself. His name is synonymous with cigars. Carlos Carlito Fuente Jr. joins us this Sunday for our milestone take to share, in part, his passion, his vision, his story and, yes, his take with our audience. Enjoy! For this occasion, Carlito and I are calling for support of the i...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 200th Take with Carlos ”Carlito” Fuente, Jr. of Arturo Fuente Cigars
February 14, 2022 07:46 - 2 hours - 227 MBThis week, the day has arrived. OUR 200TH TAKE! We've had some many takes over four years and to celebrate we welcome in one of the industry's finest and esteemed ambassadors. He's the son of a legend and an icon himself. His name is synonymous with cigars. Carlos Carlito Fuente Jr. joins us this Sunday for our milestone take to share, in part, his passion, his vision, his story and, yes, his take with our audience. Enjoy! For this occasion, Carlito and I are calling for support of the i...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 199th Take with Terence Reilly of Aganorsa Leaf
February 07, 2022 06:16 - 1 hour - 143 MBThis week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes the long-awaited return of Terence Reilly of Aganorsa Leaf. It's our #199thTake and there's no better way than closing our chapter on the 100s than giving the floor to the man that has helped usher in and defines the new era of Aganorsa Leaf. Signature, Night Watch, Supreme Leaf, and Rare Leaf all became household names in the past 24 months because of Reilly steering the powerful ship. Enjoy! For this occasion, Terence and I are continuing to raise a...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 198th Take with Abe Dababneh of Smoke Inn
January 31, 2022 06:45 - 1 hour - 154 MBThis week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes back Abe Dababneh to celebrate THE LAST LUAU! The Great Smoke gets kicked off in less than a month and we go all-in on the planning, the cigars, the details and is it too late to go into the suggestion box? We'll find that out and more. Enjoy! For this occasion, Abe and I will be raising money for Kids Cancer Foundation. Learn more here: https://www.kidscancersf.org/ Please consider donating here: https://www.kidscancersf.org/checkout/donate?donateP...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 197th Take with Miguel Schoedel of Crowned Heads
January 24, 2022 06:49 - 2 hours - 189 MBThis week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes the return of Miguel M. Schoedel of Crowned Heads for #Take197. Miguel has been apart of some amazing years at Crowned Heads, but have any been like 2021? We'll ask Miguel this and more. Of course, we may talk a little baseball, dead presidents and more. Enjoy! For this occasion, Miguel and I continue the #BettyWhiteChallenge and would like to raise awareness and spotlight two of Florida's proudest Humane Societies! Learn more here: http://floridahu...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 196th Take with William Cooper of Cigar Coop
January 17, 2022 07:08 - 2 hours - 202 MBThis week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes the return of William Cooper for #Take196. Coop always has a #Take to share, but this week we focus on Cigar Coop's year in review. We also get in some predictions for 2022. Enjoy! For this occasion, Coop and I continue to spotlight and raise awareness for Sepsis Alliance. You can learn more here: https://www.sepsis.org/ Please consider donating: https://www.sepsis.org/# Cigar Coop Top Stories of 2021: https://cigar-coop.com/2021/12/2021-year-i...
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 195th Take - 2021 Top 10 Cigars of the Year
January 03, 2022 05:16 - 40 minutes - 54.8 MBThis week, #ELOsoFumarTakes #Take151 is one of the most anticipated #Takes of the year. It's that time again...our Top 10 Cigars of 2021. Who will take the crown? Will La Barba Cigars defend their title? You'll have to tune in to find out. And for this occasion, I'll be raising money for K9s For Warriors, a worthy cause for worthy men and women and man's best friends. Please Consider Donating: https://www.k9sforwarriors.org/ The updated criteria is below: 1) It's vitola based...