The Honest Cigar Experience

Send a text Is consistency really boring? Or is it a proven method to success? As we begin a month of “NEW,” we kick off with the benefits of being consistent.  Today's Pairings: Schwartzhog German Liqueur Crowned Heads Buckeyeland Sherpa 2002 Check out these YouTube videos for more insight into the power of CONSISTENCY: 1. The Power of Habit: Charles Duhigg at TEDxTeachersCollege 2. How to S...

Send a text Tonight we discuss the power of anointing by the Holy Spirit. Anointing comes in all shapes and sizes and it doesn’t always have to result in something huge or grand. Sometimes being anointed by the Holy Spirit results in much smaller things.  Today's Pairings: Bowman’s Brothers Virginia Straight Bourbon Perdomo Habana Connecticut Crowned Heads Four Kicks Capa Especial If you woul...

Send a text The time has come to finally sit down and have an HONEST conversation with a Certified Bourbon Steward and enjoy a good cigar with several different whiskeys. Joe's recommendations: Evan Williams Bottled & Bond Four Roses Small Batch Listen to the end for his other recommendations! Please make sure to follow Joe on Instagram @ofcaskandclaro Today's Parings: Wild Turkey 10...

Send a text What is better than Friday? Good Friday! Tonight Tyler and Chad sit back enjoying a good pour and a couple of great cigars and discuss Good Friday and how lucky each of us are for the ultimate sacrifice. If you would like to ask us a question or hear about a certain topic, please reach out to us on our social media platforms. We would love to hear from you! Today's pairings:  Elij...

Send a text Tonight we have the honor of sitting down with Blake, lead singer / songwriter for his band, William Blake Band. We discuss the power of music and the "family" element of the music industry and specifically Nashville. Blake shares some personal stories and we touch on the impact Covid has had on the entertainment industry. This is an episode you will definitely want to listen...

Send a text "Hard times create strong men. Strong men create good times. Good times create weak men. And, weak men create hard times." (G. Michael Hopf) If you would like to ask us a question or hear about a certain topic, please reach out to us on our social media platforms. We would love to hear from you! Today's pairings: Maker's Mark and  smoking Arturo Fuente Gran Reserva...

Send a text Have you ever tried to change a lightbulb while standing on a water bed? Tonight we dive into Change Fatigue and have an HONEST conversation on what that looks like and ways to overcome it. We also introduce another CHANGE to the podcast. Out with the old, in with the new. Fasten your seatbelts, and let's THROW DOWN. Check out the book "The Slight Edge" by Jeff Olson If...

Send a text Tonight Tyler and Chad discuss some changes to the podcast and introduce a new platform that we are excited to finally share with you. With back to back interviews, it felt great to finally sit back and have an HONEST conversation. If you would like to ask us a question or hear about a certain topic, please reach out to us on our social media platforms. We would love to hear from you!...

Send a text The time has finally come! Tonight we finally sit down with Crowned Heads. This has been on the top of Tyler's list for the past six months. Wes joins us from Crowned Heads and discusses his journey with the company and even throws a rapid fire question for us at the end of the episode. If you love cigars, then you will love this epsisode. Sit back, relax and enjoy another HONEST...

Send a text Tonight Tyler and Chad finally sit down with Chris Jones, a former Professional Poker Player. Though this is not a lifestyle for most, the takeaway is the honest and fully transparent communication he shares with his wife. Sit back, grab your favorite pour and listen to Chris' story. If you would like to ask us a question or hear about a certain topic, please reach out to us on ou...

Send a text "Envy is the art of counting the other fellow's blessings instead of your own." -Harold Coffin Tonight Tyler and Chad discuss Envy and the effect it has on each and every one of us. Isn't it ironic that you are ok with your house, your job, your wages and your life, UNTIL, there is someone to compare it to. We all need to focus and be content on what we have rather...

Send a text It's ok to lose. You heard right, losing is not always a bad thing. Losing causes you to re-evaluate and make changes to better yourself or your situation. Tonight Chad and two special guests (Nick and Zech) talk football and the concept of losing. All 3 of our NFL teams were knocked out of the playoffs after a great run. Focusing on what went wrong in order to grow and succeed in...

Send a text Each and every one of us experiences overwhelming feelings during our seasons. In one of our personal top 3 episodes to date, we discuss some of those OVERWHELMING experiences we have been faced with. The bible says over and over again, to rest, get away and take some time. What the Bible doesn't say, is to "Netflix and Chill." We are to step away and rest when we feel o...

Send a text Tensions are high. The Capitol has been breached. Is the world over? No! To know the truth, it is our responsibility to read and understand the Word. We all have a choice to make. Do we follow man? Social media? Media outlets? Or do we follow our one and only true Savior? The choice is for each of us to make. Who will you follow? If you would like to ask us a question or hear about a c...

Send a text Welcome back! We hope everyone had a fantastic Christmas Holiday and safe New Year.  With 2020 in the rearview  mirror, all we can do is focus on 2021 and make it a better year. Is this your personal time of reflection? A time to reset? A time to focus on what’s important? Tonight we discuss some 2021 plans for the podcast and share some personal goals for 2021. So let’s sit back, rela...

Send a text What if we could tell you that you have the opportunity to receive the Greatest Gift? That anyone and everyone has the opportunity to receive such a gift. Tonight Tyler and Chad wrap up the second part of our Christmas Special 2020 episode and discuss a gift so wonderful and available for each and every one of us. The Romans Road To Salvation, is a quick and easy description of WHAT th...

Send a text 'Tis The Season! Tyler and Chad discuss the Christmas season, specifically the celebration  of Jesus' birth,  and dive into what it means to celebrate Advent. In the first of 2 Christmas Special episodes, we begin the conversation which ends with next week's The Greatest Gift. Until then, open up the Word and check out Daniel chapter 2.  If you would like to ask us a que...

Send a text Tonight Tyler and Chad pair AJ  Fernadez  San Latano Connecticut with several different beverages of choice. The drastic differences of pairing cigars with several beverages will totally change your smoking experience. This is the first time we have paired a single cigar with different beverages in order to discuss our preferences and the experiences just by changing the pairings. From...

Send a text 2020 has been a challenging year for most, if not all of us. When times are tough and everything seems to be overwhelmingly "negative" we need to make sure we sit back and be thankful for the awesome things that have happened. Reflecting Thanksgiving 2020 and all the great things that came out of it is the basis of this episode. Even though it hasn't been full of beauty,...

Send a text In this highly anticipated episode, we finally get to sit down and get honest with Nolan and Cat, the founders of Echelon Cigar Company! Echelon is one of Tyler's top "Must Haves" and this is Chad's first experience with their line. Echelon has an excellent line of cigars. Veteran owned and operated company currently in 12 countries and counting. Get yourself a pour...

Send a text Who are we and what is our purpose? Do we strive to make a name in the history books or to get our name in the Book of Life? This is also our second episode in which we revisit another great product from Standard & Twain.  We answer The Old Fashion Dad Podcast’s most recent question. Which may or may not include super powers, spaghetti and dollar bills y’all.  If you would like to...

Send a text What’s better than discussing the 2020 election, Covid19, and guns all in one night?! Having this honest discussion with our pal from across the pond (Belgium)! In our first ever live interview, we sit down with Mickael and have this great conversation while enjoying coffee and a great cigar.  Make sure you follow Mickael on Instagram @thecampfiredram If you would like to ask us a ques...

Send a text Guns, guns and more guns! Tonight, Tyler and Chad practice our 1st Amendment to discuss our 2nd Amendment. In a dark and sometimes scary world, where do we draw the line? Sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode on The Honest Cigar Experience! If you would like to ask us a question or hear about a certain topic, please reach out to us on our social media platforms. We would...

Send a text What's better than a "melt in your mouth" steak and a signature stogie? A double date with 2 beautiful women! Tonight Tyler and Chad discuss this past Sunday's date night and celebration of Crystal's birthday. We share the memorable story along with some HONEST conversation. If you would like to ask us a question or hear about a certain topic, please reach out...

Send a text Mermaid or Centaur? What is that all about? You have to listen to our response to a question and challenge from our friends at The Old Fashion Dad Podcast! Tyler and Chad discuss current events and the lack of kindness we are facing in the world today. It is time for us to unify and come together rather than isolate and let hate and anger consume our lives. Unity heals, separation dest...