The Stogie Geeks Cigar Podcast

This week, the Stogie Geeks interview Steve Boik the owner of Frontline Cigars based out of the western suburbs of Chicago. Started the business in 2019 off a cigar they used to hand out at events for their cigar club. The Blue Line Cigar Club was established in 2017 to help out injured or sick police officers. Fast forward to 2019, started a charity after raising funds for seven police officer fa...

This week, the Stogie Geeks interview Lace A. Wilson, CEO of Boss Bear Creative, the Big Ash Smoke Book. The #1 traditional, customizable cigar journal, log and tracker for cigar smokers of all types. Packed with special resources, built with archival quality materials, and hand-crafted for heirloom quality.   Visit: https://thebigashsmokebook.com IG/FB: @thebigashsmokebook   The Stogie Geeks revi...

This week, the Stogie Geeks interview Brad Berko, Managing Director, Bahama Mamas Company. Bahama Mamas, LLC is headquartered in Charlotte, NC with offices in Las Vegas NV. They are part of the Potomac Tobacco Group. Visit: https://bahamamamascigar.com   In the Second Segment, sticks of the week with reviews and commentary, Nelson will have some news stories along the way.   Drew's Sticks: Ramon A...

This week the Stogie Geeks discuss the New Plan for big events and shows. As we start month 11 now since the start of C-19, business has to move on as best it can. Like we said in March of 2020, things will change and not go back. 2021 will be the time for new formats and more online/ virtual experiences for all. Joe and Drew will break it down, and the number of chicken wings consumed on Super Bo...

This week, the Stogie Geeks interview Leonor Abzaradel - CEO Platinum Nova Cigar. Her first exposure to the cigar industry was when she applied and started working at Club Macanudo in New York City, through hard work and determination, rose to the position of assistant manager. Always wanting to learn more about the cigar industry and the retail aspect of it she went to work for Nat Sherman Townho...

This week, Joe will discuss the most sought out list in the cigar industry. Cigar Aficionado's Top 25 of 2020, thoughts and commentary will be in order. This will all be done while enjoying the #1 rated stick of 2020 of course and some drinks…. Cheers!    Show Notes: https://www.stogiegeeks.com/352 Follow us on Twitter: @stogiegeeks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stogiegeeks Instagram: https:/...

This week, Nelson and Joe Demonstrate the effects of how the wrapper, binder, and filler are super important on the overall flavor of a premium cigar. To accomplish this, we have John Troiano from Alec Bradley Cigar Company here in studio to walk us through this process. Together we will be smoking the different components of the cigar and discussing what flavors we are each getting when they are...

This week, Nelson and Joe interview CigarMan Andy! Towards the end of the segment, Joe and Nelson discuss some upcoming events to look forward to with Stogie Geeks in 2021!   Show Notes: https://www.stogiegeeks.com/350 Follow us on Twitter: @stogiegeeks Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/stogiegeeks Instagram:  https://instagram.com/stogiegeeks

This week, Drew, Nelson, and Joe discuss the interesting year we call 2020 and what they are looking forward to happening in the premium cigar industry in 2021. Predictions, brand excitement, potential product launches will all be discussed. Each host will deliver what brands they are looking forward to making moves in 2021!   Show Notes: https://stogiegeeks.com/349 Follow us on Twitter: @stogiege...

This week, Nelson and Joe interview Lee Marsh of Stolen Throne Cigars! In the Stogies of the Week, Nelson and Drew will review their sticks of the week, and Nelson will have some news stories along the way!   Show Notes: https://stogiegeeks.com/348 Follow us on Twitter: @stogiegeeks Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/stogiegeeks Instagram:  https://instagram.com/stogiegeeks

This week, Nelson and Joe discuss sticks of the week with reviews and commentary you do not want to miss! Nelson will have some news stories along the way!   Nelson's Sticks: Plasencia Alma Fuerte Generacion V Salomon Arturo Fuente Flor Fina 8-5-8 Rosado Sun Grown Crowned Heads Las Calaveras   Joe's Sticks: Black Works Studio Killer Bee LA AURORA PREFERIDOS CAMEROON Mason Dixon Project by Crowned...

This week, Drew and Joe are out campaigning for sticks they like and enjoy frequently. Stogie Geeks, we encourage you to vote a stick in over this week and we will review the results on the next show. Who will Win? It's up to you!   Vote here: https://twitter.com/JoeHozempa/status/1324758514166829062?s=20 Show Notes: https://stogiegeeks.com/346 Follow us on Twitter: @stogiegeeks Facebook:  https:/...

This week, Drew and Joe interview Pat, Founder of Pardo Cigar. Pardo Cigar was founded in 2019 and brings high quality and affordable cigar accessories to fellow cigar enthusiasts. The founder, Pat, was having difficulty finding the balance between price and quality for cigar accessories. There were low-end cigar accessories to toss in your golf bag and high-end expensive cigar accessories, that w...

This week Drew, Nelson, and Joe welcome Kevin Schweitzer, President and Sole Owner of the Vintage Rockefeller Cigar Group! In the Stogies of the Week segment, we will have commentary on Cigar News with Stick Reviews such as: Kristoff Criollo, Guardian of the Farm Night Watch by Aganorsa Leaf, La Aurora 107 Nicaragua, and the Paul Stulac - El Nuevo Comienzo!   Show Notes: https://stogiegeeks.com/34...

This week, Nelson and Joe Welcome Raul Flores, Marketing Director for C.L.E. Cigar Company! Raul has an update on C.L.E. Cigar Company. Brands Include Asylum, EIROA, Wynwood Hills, and C.L.E. Cigars! In the Stogies of the Week, Nelson and Joe go over the sticks they've had over the past week, including: Ortega Serie 'D' Exclusivo, Tatuaje Black Petite Lancero, The AVO Regional North Edition - 6 5/...

This week Drew, Nelson, and Joe Welcome Gregory Willis and Darryl Redmon of Emperors Cut Cigars! Emperors Cut Cigars is excited to announce the launch of its second line of cigars called the Jazz Series! In the Second Segment, we will have commentary on important Cigar News with the Stogies of the Week!   E-mail joeh@stogiegeeks.com or drew@stogiegeeks.com with questions and comments! Full Show No...

This week, Drew, Nelson, and Joe welcome Bryan Lebeau, Owner of Churchill's Smoke Shop & Lounge in studio! They have commentary on important Cigar News with Stick Reviews in the second segment! A 20-cigar sampler for just $69.99 with FREE SHIPPING with a Stogie Geeks Exclusive Deal, and stuff you might need to know! E-mail joeh@stogiegeeks.com or drew@stogiegeeks.com with questions and comments!  ...

This week, Drew, Nelson, and Joe interview Tim Wong of A.J. Fernandez Cigars and Owner of Pier 28 Cigars. In the second segment, we catch up with George Rico of Gran Habano! Cigar Updates, Cigar News, a 20-cigar sampler for just $69.99 with FREE SHIPPING with a Stogie Geeks Exclusive Deal, and stuff you might need to know!   E-mail joeh@stogiegeeks.com or drew@stogiegeeks.com with questions and co...

This week, Nelson and Joe review what they have been smoking with Sticks of the Week. The institution of El Lector, Cigar News, a 20-cigar sampler for just $69.99 with FREE SHIPPING with a Stogie Geeks Exclusive Deal, and stuff you might need to know! E-mail joeh@stogiegeeks.com or drew@stogiegeeks.com with questions and comments!   Full Show Notes: https://stogiegeeks.com/339 Follow us on Twitter...

This week, Drew, Nelson and Joe review what they have been smoking with Stogies of the Week. Cigar news- Premium Cigars Receive Historic Relief from FDA Regulations, a 20-cigar sampler for just $69.99 with FREE SHIPPING on your entire order on this Exclusive Deal, and stuff you might need to know right here on Stogie Geeks!   E-mail joeh@stogiegeeks.com or drew@stogiegeeks.com with questions and c...

This week, Drew and Joe interview Nick Gervais of MyMonthlyCigars.com, and David Rivera of Martinez Hand Rolled Cigars Factory. They are collaborating on an event, but we will have a round table discussion on Cigar Clubs and hand-rolled factories that are still around today. Cigar news, and stuff you might need to know right here on Stogie Geeks!   E-mail joeh@stogiegeeks.com or drew@stogiegeeks.c...

This week, Joe talks about the sticks he's had over the past week, cigar news, and some other things you may need to know in the cigar world!   E-mail joeh@stogiegeeks.com or drew@stogiegeeks.com with questions and comments!   Full Show Notes: https://stogiegeeks.com/336 Follow us on Twitter: @stogiegeeks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stogiegeeks Instagram: https://instagram.com/stogiegeeks

This week, Joe is joined by Adam Olean, Humidor Manager at Havana Cigar Club, to interview Enrique Sanchez, CEO & Founder of Global Premium Cigars! Global Premium Cigars is a tobacco company that is Proudly Nicaraguan, which owns the brand 1502! In the Stogies of the Week, Joe and Adam go over some of the sticks they've had over the past week, they'll discuss some Cigar news, and stuff you might n...

This week, Drew and Joe discuss what they have been smoking, we will have Cigar news, Stogie Geek Ratings, and stuff you might need to know!   Show Notes: https://stogiegeeks.com/334 Follow us on Twitter: @stogiegeeks Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/stogiegeeks Instagram:  https://instagram.com/stogiegeeks

This week, Drew and Joe interview Andy Yaffee, National Sales Director for Micallef Cigars! Jason Fruge jumps on he is a VP from Onapsis and fellow Stogie Geek. We will have Cigar news, sticks of the week, and stuff you might need to know!   Show Notes: https://stogiegeeks.com/333 Follow us on Twitter: @stogiegeeks Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/stogiegeeks Instagram:  https://instagram.com/s...