The Lounge Life

WE ARE BACK BABAYYYYYYYYY!!!! After a little Summer break, we are back at it! On this episode of The Lounge Life Podcast, we're joined by Jason Wood, the driving force behind Outcast Cigars and a longtime leader at Miami Cigar & Co. Jason takes us behind the curtain to share the story of how Outcast was born, why he set out to challenge traditional cigar blending, and what it takes to launch a bol...

In this episode of The Lounge Life Podcast, we welcome Dave West of Avowed Cigars for a deep, authentic conversation that goes far beyond simply talking about cigars. This episode is about passion, vision, craftsmanship, and what it truly takes to build a premium cigar brand with identity and purpose in today’s ever-changing industry. Dave joins us to share the story behind Avowed Cigars — how the...

In this episode of The Lounge Life Podcast, we welcome Zack from HDA Cigars for a deep, unfiltered conversation about what it really takes to build a brand in today’s premium cigar landscape. HDA Cigars has been gaining momentum with a reputation rooted in authenticity, bold blending, and a no-compromise approach to quality—and Zack is right at the center of it all. We kick things off getting to k...

As we bring our Women’s History Month celebration to a close, The Lounge Life Podcast is honored to welcome our final guest—Angie Figueroa, widely known throughout the cigar community as The Polished Puff. In this special episode, we sit down with Angie for an in-depth conversation about her journey into the world of premium cigars and how she transformed a personal passion into a powerful and res...

In this special Women’s History Month edition of The Lounge Life Podcast, we’re proud to spotlight two extraordinary women whose passion and craftsmanship have helped shape one of the most respected boutique cigar factories in the country—Giselle Herrera and Sandy Cobas of El Titan de Bronze. Nestled in the heart of Miami’s historic Little Havana, El Titan de Bronze is more than just a factory—it’...

Raise a glass and settle into the lounge—this episode of The Lounge Life Podcast welcomes a truly special guest, Mel Heim of Big Nose Kate Western Whiskey. In this extended conversation, we dive deep into the story behind one of the most distinctive names in American whiskey. Inspired by the legendary Mary Katherine “Big Nose Kate” Horony—a woman known for her independence, resilience, and unapolo...

In this special second episode during Women’s History Month of The Lounge Life Podcast, we sit down with trailblazer Marlene Holmes, Master Distiller for Milam & Greene Whiskey and a true pioneer in the world of American whiskey. Marlene recently made history by becoming the first woman inducted into the Whisky Magazine Hall of Fame, a recognition reserved for the most influential figures shaping...

In this special Women’s History Month episode of The Lounge Life Podcast, we sit down with Lissette Perez-Carrillo of Casa Carrillo Cigars for a powerful and inspiring conversation about legacy, leadership, and carving your own path in the premium cigar industry. As part of the renowned Perez-Carrillo family, Lissette represents the next generation of passion behind Casa Carrillo Cigars, blending...

Step into the lounge for a bold and unfiltered conversation with Matt Booth, the visionary behind Room 101 Cigars. Known for his larger-than-life personality and boundary-pushing approach to branding, Matt joins us to talk about the origins of Room 101, the evolution of boutique cigars, and what it really takes to stand out in a crowded humidor. We dive into the stories behind the blends, the cult...

Pour a drink, cut the cap, and settle into the lounge for one of our favorite episodes of the year. In this special edition of The Lounge Life Podcast, the hosts break down their Top 10 Cigars of 2025, celebrating the blends that truly stood out in an incredibly competitive year for premium cigars. PLUS, we also have a couple of BIG announcements as it pertains to our NEWEST show partners. From li...

In this special holiday edition of The Lounge Life Podcast, we slow things down, settle into our seats, and let the season set the tone. With premium cigars lit and the lounge atmosphere in full effect, this episode is all about Christmas movies—the classics that never get old, the modern favorites that have earned their place, and the films that spark debate every single year. We talk about the m...

The Lounge Life Podcast is your escape into the rich, aromatic world of cigars and the culture that surrounds them. Settle into your favorite chair, pour yourself a drink, and join us as we explore one of the most timeless debates in the cigar community: What kind of vibe should a true cigar lounge have? Is the perfect lounge a quiet sanctuary—a place of soft lighting, deep leather chairs, and war...

In this episode of The Lounge Life, we sit down with the ever-energetic and passionate Pedro Gomez, Global Brand Ambassador for Drew Estate Cigars. From his humble beginnings in Nicaragua to becoming one of the most recognizable faces in the cigar world, Pedro’s story is one of heart, hustle, and heritage. We dive deep into Drew Estate’s innovative spirit, Pedro’s role in bringing the brand’s cult...

Welcome to Stoagies and Slashers! We have FINALLY made it to our Halloween episode. Where smoke meets screams and the love of fine cigars collides with the thrill of horror cinema. This Epsiode, your resident victims, Rob and Al — a band of cigar-smoking horror film fiends — light up premium sticks and dive headfirst into the dark heart of horror along with a couple special guests, JJ Creepy and J...

Hey Loungers!!We're back after another short layoff with another great episode for you. We are getting to sit down with John Denas of Madre Tierra Cigars. We also get to announce our NEWEST show partner. First catch the latest cigar news from around the industry with The Wrapper Report. Second, See what great (or terrible) sticks we've been smoking recently. Finally the MAIN EVENT! We talk...

Fam! It's that age old debate! Legacy or boutique! Me and Al go through the news and then talk about some stuff that we smoked. But then THE MAIN COURSE!We sit and talk with Eric Drazen of Oak Glen Tobacconist and Joe Kenney of Jones Cigars. We talk about the ups and downs of being big brands and the ins and outs of being the little guys! Is one better than the other? What are some of our favorite...

Hey Fam!!We're BACK from our little Summer Break with a BANGER! We have a HUGE show for you. In the Wrapper Report I talk about the My Father Blue starting to show up in lounges and humidors around the country, while Al is chatting about the Fla law requiring cigar wholesaler permits getting dropped. In What's in the Ashtray......well you'll find outLast but NOT least we have non other...

FAM!!!! We have made it to the Final Week of Men's Mental Health Awareness month! I hope you are all ready for the FINAL EPISODE to drop and BOY do we have a TREAT for you! We have with us a genuinely good Bastard!!! Bastard you say?! YES!!! We have joining us today Adam Levine of League of Fat Bastard Cigars. It is a cigar brand created by this amazing Aussie gentleman and donates 40% of the comp...

Hey Lounge Lizards! Week four of Mens Mental Health Awareness Month is upon and that means A NEW EPISODE. Today's episode is SUPER special as we have second time guest Bryce Wygal from Silent Hero Cigars on talking about his new LE cigar that JUST DROPPED, the Thousand Yard Stare! BONUS Your LL crew here will be the FIRST to be able to smoke it WITH BRYCE and react LIVE! THATS RIGHT! We are th...

Hey LL Fam! We made it to Father's Day and we are continuing with our Men's Mental Health Awareness episodes! This episode we honor our dads that brought us to who we are and talk about them. We smoke pipes in honor of our dads who BOTH smoked pipes! We talked about how they shaped us and told stories about their lives. We ALSO kinda let the cat outta the bag A LITTLE about what the rest o...

Hey LL fam!!We are now in Week 2 of Men's Mental Health Awareness Month. We are posting an episode EVERY WEEK during the month of June. Each episode will have to do with Men's Mental Health in some way or another. THIS WEEK we are talking with Dan Rowe of Andy's Man Club. Andy's Man Club is a UK based organization that meets weekly to discuss things going on in a man's life AA...

Hey Lounge Life Fam! As you all know, Al and I are VERY passionate about Men's Mental Health and checking in with the guys in your life. SO, what we have decided to do is do a SUPER special month of June which is Men's Mental Health Awareness month. We have decided to release an important episode EVERY WEEK during the month of June that has something to do with Men's Mental Health. We'll be talkin...

Hey Lounge Fam! We are BACK with a new episode FINALLY! We've been on a pretty big break since PCA (which we're still doing an episode on). Today we get to talk news and what's in the ashtray as well as a NEW interview! We got a chance to sit down with the guys from Haze Gray Cigars. We talk sticks and life and service and ALL kinds of things! So sit back, relax, grab your favorite sti...

Hey LL Peeps!! We've hit a touchy subject! Is it touchy though? We are talking about lounge etiquette. These are a list of things you should OR SHOULDN'T be doing when you are out at a cigar lounge with yourself or with your buddies. Honestly, is this pretentious or common sense? Have you ever sat in a lounge and looked around and saw people doing things and asked yourself, "should I be doing that...

Hey LL Fam! We have a really cool show for you today. We are pulling out some of our favorite Budget Sticks and sharing them with you! Let's talk about the word budget for a second. Budget never has to be bad. I think the word budget sometimes carries negative connotations with negative meaning. THESE budget friendly sticks will have you relaxing with GRADE A FANTASTIC cigars in no time! We don't...