The Cigar Authority

On today’s After Show, we are talking AI and cigars. More people are using AI to research cigars. What are they finding? The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH

This week on The Cigar Authority, it's a special 4th of July edition of TCA from Dave's Backyard! Dave has let the guys into Garofalo Family Compound to kick back & relax this holiday weekend to talk cigars while enjoying Garofalo La Famiglia Sun Grown. Let's see how long until he throws out Mr. J! Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about them. The...

On today’s After Show, we talk about cigar releases that only go to Brick and Mortar stores. There are other industries where this happens. Why isn’t it more common in the cigar industry? The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH

This week on The Cigar Authority, we're talking about cigars that sell over the sticker price with Tom Zbyrad of Zino Cigars! Believe it or not there are cigars that actually sell for more than their suggested retail price! Why would someone buy an over priced cigar & why would a retailer sell one? We find out while we smoke Camacho Connecticut Toro. Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Su...

On today’s After Show, we cover the storied history of Firecracker Cigars. How did it get to be what it is today? The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH

This week on The Cigar Authority, it's our Father's Day Show featuring Rafael & Carlos Nodal! Rafael is the Owner & Founder of Aging Room Cigars + his son Carlos has joined the family business and owns his own company Ultimate Cigars! We discuss this father/son' duo what it's like working in the same industry but separately while smoking Aging Room Quattro Nicaragua & Ultimate No. 10!...

On today’s After Show, we talk about whether people smoke different cigars in public and private? We’re going to try to figure this out. The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH

This week on The Cigar Authority, we're talking The Most Wanted Cigars of 2026! What are the must have cigars for this year & the new cigars you gotta try while smoking & launching the new Independence Firecracker from United Cigars! Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about them. The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and...

On today’s After Show, we talk about companies that are opening factories in the Dominican Republic. Will this trend continue? The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH

This week on The Cigar Authority, we celebrate Jose O. Padrón's 100th Birthday. One of premium cigars founding fathers & patriarch of Padrón Jose Orlando Padrón would have been 100 years old this week. We discuss his legacy in cigars including a special conversation with Jorge Padrón while we smoke Padron 2000. Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk ab...

On today’s After Show, we talk about Dave & Ed’s road trip to CT. Why did they go there and what did they accomplish? The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH

This week on The Cigar Authority, we tell The NFT Cigar Story! NFT (Non-Fungible Tokens) became all the rage in pop culture & the cigar world a few years back. We'll give you the history of how these digital cigars eventually came to life! We will smoke Bentley Green Edition Half Corona in the first hour! Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about th...

On today’s After Show, we discuss whether there are perfect beverages to drink with a cigar. How do you decide what pairs best with your cigar? The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH

This week on The Cigar Authority, we celebrate the worldwide launch of Perdomo Legacy Father & Son with Nick & Nicholas Perdomo! We ask the guys about the creation of this new limited edition brand from Perdomo & more while smoking the Perdomo Double-Aged 12 Year Vintage Maduro! Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about them. The Cigar Autho...

On today’s After Show we talk to Mike Pike. He’s diving deeper into the cigar industry. He started in plumbing and HVAC and invented a new smoking room within a room concept. He talks about his PK Smoke Free Suites and his future plans. The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cig...

This week on The Cigar Authority, we're talking Cigar Abbreviations & Whiskey with Joshua Hatton & Jonathan Miller of Single Cask Nation! Why are their so many abbreviations in cigars & what ones do you need to know? We try to answer this question while smoking the new Single Cask Nation 2026 exclusively available at 2GuysCigars.com with the boys paired with some whiskey! Join Mr. Jona...

We explore which size is the best for cigars. Are some blends better in a particular size? We explore this topic in today’s After Show. The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH

This week on The Cigar Authority, it’s the 2026 Cigar Draft! 47 cigars are on the board and we have to pick the best pack with a salary cap of $120.00. Dan Davison of The Ash Holes joins us for this annual episode. Tune if for the 2026 Cigar Draft! We will smoke Gorbusto by Aladino in the first hour. Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about them. The C...

Who created the first definition? Are there other definitions? We discuss this and hopefully come up with the definitive answer. The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH

This week on The Cigar Authority we ask, What are Boutique Cigars?- The Final Answer with Jim Ferreira, owner of 3Leaf Cigars! A lot has changed in the cigar world & that includes what it means to be a boutique brand in 2026. We end the debate once & for all while smoking 3Leaf Cigars. Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about them. The Cigar Au...

Tommy Clyne joins us on the after show. We talk to him about what it’s like to be a cigar broker. He represents United Cigars and Toscano.  We talk about what it’s like working this job. Is it all fun and games? The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH

This week on The Cigar Authority, it's the 2026 PCA Trade Show Recap! Dave is back from New Orleans where the PCA took place & is ready to break down the good, the bad, & the ugly details of what happened this year at the trade show! We will smoke Rocky Patel Dark Star in the first hour. Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about them. The Cigar...

Mr. Jonathan used the AI to do some analysis of cigar tobacco flavors. It crunched the data from many sites and reviewers to see if there was any consensus. The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH

This week on The Cigar Authority, we're talking All Cigar Things with Comedian Tony V! Dave is away at PCA & the boys will play! We're talking all things cigar items + accessories & if it's something you need, want, or would be really nice to have while smoking Aladino Classic Robusto! Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about them. The Cigar Au...

This week on The Cigar Authority, we're getting ready for a Cigar Trade Show with Jarrid Trudeau Executive Vice President of Kristoff Cigars! We talk with Jarrid about what goes into preparing for a trade show as a Manufacturer & the guys will give their perspective as a retailer while smoking Kristoff Maduro! Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk abo...