Best Olmec Podcasts (2024)

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The Retrohale - 460 JoJoMoe and the Olmec by Foundation and the Perla del Mar Corojo 58:24

8h ago58:24

58:24

This week the guys have JoJoMoe on the show, and talk cigars, stories from the road, a game, listener emails, and much more. Tell a friend, tell a hobo... As always, send questions and comments to theretrohale@gmail.com Thanks for listening, ENJOY IT!

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Tax Advantages of Cigars and more with Mr. Jonathan (Foundation Cigars Olmec) 1:35:46

10d ago1:35:46

1:35:46

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Mobile Studios, Nick is joined by Mr. Jonathan as they fire up and enjoy the Olmec by Foundation Cigars. They discuss Nick's recent tax appointment and some of the tax benefits of buying cigars, as well as the eclipse, the New England Cigar Expo, and more. Find out what they've been watching lately in the …

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The Olmec Headstones 33:47

13d ago33:47

33:47

Kuntarkis explains the Olmec HeadstonesBy Michael Yon

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Tip to Tip with Luc (Villiger Miami) 1:32:26

14h ago1:32:26

1:32:26

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Mobile Studios, Nick is joined by Luc (mysticks35mm) to catch up and talk cigars. They discuss cigar prices in Canada, the changing weather, and other random topics for a bit. Also, find out who Nick is considering getting as a guest on the show... And I continue to try and talk Luc into coming to Pulpitfe…

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Pneumatics, Free Time, Airships, Antiquitech & Dave's Rant On Suppressed Technology Methodologies 1:28:49

1h ago1:28:49

1:28:49

Pneumatics, Free Time, Airships, Antiquitech & Dave's Rant On Suppressed Technology Methodologies. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsBy Dave Zed

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Cigar economics & PulpitFest with René Castaneda (Villiger 1888 Nicaragua) 1:29:51

10h ago1:29:51

1:29:51

Coming your way from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Mobile Studios, Nick is joined by Villiger North America President René Castaneda as they discuss a wide variety of subjects including some of economics surrounding cigar industry these days. They both enjoy the Villiger 1888 Nicaragua, in the toro and churchill sizes. The two also discuss the PCA trade …

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Cuban Cigars and Top Horror Movies with Mike Brinker (H Upmann Havana Petite Corona) 1:16:53

3d ago1:16:53

1:16:53

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Mobile Studios, Nick meets up with Mike Brinker, who was kind enough to break into his humidor and share two H. Upmann petite corona Cuban cigars for the show. The guys discuss the recent passing of OJ Simpson and the total solar eclipse from last week. Then in the Villiger Cigars Entertainment Report, the…

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Price Exploitation Concerns and Retail Events with Dave Garofalo 1:48:30

7d ago1:48:30

1:48:30

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Mobile Studios, Nick sits down with Dave Garofalo of Two Guys Smoke Shop to discuss his recent editorial expressing concerns about price exploitation in the cigar industry. We have a frank conversation about why rising prices on cigars is for manufacturers and creates distrust with consumers. We also discu…

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The Retrohale - 459 The Rocky Patel Dark Star 1:07:09

7d ago1:07:09

1:07:09

This week, Mark smokes the Rocky Patel Dark Star Robusto and they all talked about the eclipse, music, cigars, and much more. Tell a friend, tell a hobo... As always, send questions and comments to theretrohale@gmail.com

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New Cigars & Gangster Films with Noah (H Upmann Daytrader) 1:40:08

14d ago1:40:08

1:40:08

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Mobile Studios, Nick is joined by Noah as they discuss what cigars announced at PCA they're excited to try. While doing so, Nick fires up the new H Upmann Daytrader while Noah enjoys his old faithful standby, the Perdomo 10th Anniversary Champagne. There was some good stuff showcased at the trade show that…

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The Retrohale - 458 The Tatuaje Short Robusto 1:13:56

14d ago1:13:56

1:13:56

This week Mark smokes a Tatuaje, thanks to Jon Shearer and Bret, and the guys talk about moving, the eclipse, and much more. Tell a friend, tell a hobo... As always, send us questions and comments at theretrohale@gmail.com Thanks for listening, ENJOY IT!

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Let's show a little more grace (Blackened S84 toro) 55:05

17d ago55:05

55:05

Coming your way from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Mobile Studios, Nick smokes the new Blackened S84 from Drew Estates and discusses a recent tragedy involving a podcast host he listened to. He addresses the internet mob culture that has come about through social media and how it needs to be addressed. He also shares what happened at his recent oil chang…

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PCA '24 Recap with Trey Mac (Project Lomas) 1:25:59

21d ago1:25:59

1:25:59

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Mobile Studios, Nick is joined by Trey Mac Shipley IN PERSON in the Ice Tent of Love to discuss his perspective on how PCA 2024 went down. We get some insight into the trade show and some of the changes Trey would make if he were in charge, while smoking the Project Lomas which is the Aladino event cigar. …

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The Retrohale - 457 A Davidoff , March Madness, News, and Guns 1:11:39

23d ago1:11:39

1:11:39

This week Bret smokes a Davidoff Late Hour and they all talk about March Madness, A Listener Email, Netflix Pix, News, and much more. Tell a friend, tell a hobo... As always send questions and comments to theretrohale@gmail.com Thank you for listening, ENJOY IT!

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Long lost Ask the Boys calls (2024 Jose Gaspar torpedo) 51:10

24d ago51:10

51:10

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Mobile Studios, Nick finally is able to listen to and answer some long lost Ask the Boys calls. He fires up a gift from Listener Seth, the 2024 Jose Gaspar torpedo from JC Newman, and discusses burgers, bad gifts for cigar lovers, and more. We also get a very brief PCA update! Find out what Nick's been wat…

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PCA Preview & Blind Cigar Reviews (Cigar 9C) 1:02:08

28d ago1:02:08

1:02:08

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Mobile Studios, Nick previews some of the announcements that caught his eye from the upcoming PCA trade show in Las Vegas. The press releases have been flying fast and furious and Nick sorts through them to discuss a few of the items he's most looking forward to trying. Also, Nick discusses blind cigar rev…

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The Retrohale - 356 Insane Andy Sanchez and The Micallef Mata Fina 1:17:43

28d ago1:17:43

1:17:43

This week the guys are joined by Andy Sanchez and the touch on a whole range of issues. Tell a friend, tell a hobo... As always, send questions and comments to theretrohale@gmail.com Thanks for listening, ENJOY IT!

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St. Patrick's Traditions & The Gangs of East St Louis (Aladino Candela Robusto) 59:03

1M ago59:03

59:03

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Mobile Studios, Nick is joined by a... special guest as they discuss St. Patrick's Day traditions while smoking the Aladino Candela Robusto. They also discuss the gangs of East St. Louis, the upcoming PulpitFest in Palm Coast, Florida, and more. Find out what they've been watching lately in the Villiger Ci…

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A Few Adventures (3) 40:43

1M ago40:43

40:43

These are some more adventures of Kuntarkis in spirit world.By Michael Yon

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Big Aladino PCA reveals and spotted dick with Trey Mac (Aladino Candela Toro) 2:04:13

1M ago2:04:13

2:04:13

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Mobile Studios, Nick is joined again by Trey Mac Shipley of Aladino Cigars. Nick lights up the new Aladino Candela Toro and the two discuss, this time in detail, cigars coming out at PCA, including the one Trey couldn't talk about last time! We also discuss some of the trials and tribulations facing retail…

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The Retrohale - 455 The T.L. Johnson Family Estate VR 1:04:33

1M ago1:04:33

1:04:33

This week, Bret smokes the Avo Classic and Mark smokes the T.L. Johnson Family Estate. They start the show talking about wood, then they get into cigars, the Oscars, cars, and much more. Tell a friend, tell hobo... As always, send questions and comments to theretrohale@gmail.com Thanks for listening, ENJOY IT!…

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Depolulation Of Humanity 31:10

1M ago31:10

31:10

This is a 'Kuntarkis in Car' episode. This episode was recorded on the phone. So please excuse the different audio quality. Kuntarkis shares the plan of the Elite Crimimals to cut us off from food and eliminate 95% of the population. Kuntarkis explains why the Elite Criminals want to do this. Kuntarkis exposes a hidden story of a peacful protest (t…

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Facing Your Fears 49:38

1M ago49:38

49:38

Kuntarkis explains how to understand and face your feers. How fear is connected to emotion. How fears relate to reincarnation. The Ego and logic. How feeling your heart is the answer. How love is the answer.By Michael Yon

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You know you've gotten old when... 26:11

1M ago26:11

26:11

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Mobile Studios, Nick is still a bit under the weather and could only do a short episode for today. He discusses a recent moment when he realized he'd gotten old. And in the Villiger Cigars Entertainment Report, he discusses not only what he's been watching lately but the Oscar winners from Sunday night. He…

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Travel Nightmares with Trey Mac 1:05:59

1M ago1:05:59

1:05:59

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Mobile Studios, Nick is joined by Trey Mac Shipley. Nick is down with the sickness after taking care of his son last weekend, but thankfully Trey Mac was able to help and always has stories to share! We hear about the plane flight from Hell he alluded to the last time he was on, but we also get a sneak pre…

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The Retrohale - 454 The McFly and the EDICD Maduro 59:55

2M ago59:55

59:55

Tell a friend, tell a hobo... As always, send questions and comments to theretrohale@gmail.com Thanks for listening, ENJOY IT!

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Purging dead inventory and other retail advice with Mr. Jonathan 1:43:26

1M ago1:43:26

1:43:26

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Mobile Studios, Nick is joined by Mr. Jonathan of Two Guys Smoke Shop and the Cigar Authority. They continue the discussion from the previous episode about things smaller shops can do to differentiate themselves from the Big Box cigar shops, specifically how to deal with dead inventory and to recapture at …

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So the big box cigar shop is coming to town... (Diamond Crown Julius Caeser) 1:01:25

2M ago1:01:25

1:01:25

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Mobile Studios, Nick talks about the news that Cigars International is planning on building a superstore in St. Louis. While smoking a Diamond Crown Julius Caeser toro from JC Newman, he gives his unsolicited advice to retailers, both in St. Louis and also other cities where CI is looking to expand, as to …

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The Retrohale - 453 JoJoMo and the Murcielago by Espinosa 1:14:03

2M ago1:14:03

1:14:03

This week the guys are joined by JoJoMo and they all discuss pipe tobacco blends, cigars, and much more. Tell a friend, tell a hobo... As always send us questions and comments to theretrohale@gmail.com Thanks for listening, ENJOY IT!

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PCA & PulpitFest with Mike Brinker (EPC Platinum Bash) 1:00:01

2M ago1:00:01

1:00:01

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Mobile Studios, Nick is joined by Mike Brinker as they smoke the Platinum Bash from EP Carrillo. Given Mike's background managing a cigar lounge, they discuss the upcoming PCA trade show and their thoughts leading up to it. Also, since plans are rapidly getting underway for the 2024 PulpitFest, they discus…

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Down on the Aladino Farm with Kenn & Trey Mac (Aladino Cigars) 2:27:49

2M ago2:27:49

2:27:49

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Mobile Studios, Nick is joined by Kenn Klarich of Ash & Ale Cigar Lounge and Trey Mac Shipley to discuss their recent trip to the Aladino Farm in Honduras. The guys discuss everything that happened over the five day, four night, trip including all of the education, fun, and shenanigans that took place! If …

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The Retrohale - 452 Davidoffs, Cohibas, Big Mac's, and an Email 59:47

2M ago59:47

59:47

This week Mark talks about having COVID, again, then the guys talk food, cigars, a listener email, and much more. Tell a friend, tell a hobo... As always, send questions and comments to theretrohale@gmail.com

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Smoking a four year aged cigar (Henry Clay Warhawk Rebellious) 48:47

2M ago48:47

48:47

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Mobile Studios, Nick answers a listener email and smokes a Henry Clay Warhawk Rebellious he's been aging since he got it in 2020. We discuss how the cigar is smoking, as well as some recent life events. And Nick gives an update on PulpitFest 2024! Find out what Nick has been watching lately in the Villiger…

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Creating Your Own Math? Lightning Tells All, The Corner Of My Eye & The Tapered "Buildup" Matter(s) 18:57

2M ago18:57

18:57

Creating Your Own Math? Lightning Tells All, The Corner Of My Eye & The Tapered "Buildup" Matter(s) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsBy Dave Zed

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Spring BBQ Preparation Tips with Dave (Villiger 1888 Nicaragua toro) 1:28:49

2M ago1:28:49

1:28:49

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Mobile Studios, Nick is joined by Dave of the Smokin' Butts and Tappin' Ash podcast to discuss some preparation tips for people interested in being ready to barbecue and cook outside when the Spring weather hits. Nick lights up a Villiger 1888 Nicaragua while Dave enjoys CAO Flathead. We discuss different …

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The Soul 1:04:15

2M ago1:04:15

1:04:15

This episode is on the Human Soul and what it is up against on this troubled planet called Earth. Kuntarkis Website https://www.etcconsciousness.comBy Michael Yon

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The Retrohale - 451 The Micallef Mata Fina and The Big Game 1:16:39

2M ago1:16:39

1:16:39

This week, Mark smokes the Micallef Mata Fina and the guys discuss Bret's shopping spree, cigars, the Chiefs victory, and much more. Tell a friend, tell a hobo... As always, send your questions and comments to theretrohale@gmail.com

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New Biology 51:39

2M ago51:39

51:39

In this episode Kuntarkis talks about: Stolen Children, New Biology (Evolution) for the human race, his new experiences with the 7th Dimensional race the Nipyelins, the control the government and criminal elites have on the world, the dome Kuntarkis has created in spirit world to house evil criminals and "Begining to feel the possibilities of wanti…

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A Superb Conversation with Jonas Santana (Blackbird Cigars Superb) 51:33

2M ago51:33

51:33

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Mobile Studios, Nick sits down and chats with Jonas Santana, owner of Blackbird Cigars. They discuss the new cigars from Blackbird, the Superb and the Glitch line, as well as what's new with Blackbird as a brand. We also discuss Jonas's belief that to make an impact in the cigar industry you must make some…

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TPE 2024 Recap 1:47:39

2M ago1:47:39

1:47:39

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Mobile Studios, Nick takes you to Las Vegas for TPE 2024! Aside from giving his thoughts on the show and a recap of how the trip went, Nick brings you interviews with a ton of different cigar brands all interested in telling you about their products. Did PCA moving their show to March hurt TPE like Nick ha…

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The Retrohale - 450 JoJoMoe and the Hackapoluza Recap and a Trivia Quote Game 1:21:08

2M ago1:21:08

1:21:08

This week the guys are joined by JoJoMoe they all talk cigars, JoJo recaps Hackapoluza 6.0, they talk guitars, and they play a trivia game that goes "well?" Tell a friend, tell a hobo... As always send questions and comments to theretrohale@gmail.com Thanks for listening, ENJOY IT!

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A friendly reunion with Nick's Dad and Kenn (Plascencia 146 Cosecha) 1:31:32

3M ago1:31:32

1:31:32

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Mobile Studios, Nick is joined by his Dad and Kenn Klarich of Ash & Ale Cigar Lounge. His Dad was in Palm Coast, Florida, visiting Kenn and the three caught up and talked long time friendships. They also discuss the importance of cigar shops and how they are more than just retail locations, they can be a p…

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The Unseen Hand(s) of Human History: A Deep-Dive Conversation w/ Ex DoD Intelligence 40:06

3M ago40:06

40:06

The Unseen Hand(s) of Human History: A Deep-Dive Conversation w/ Ex DoD Intelligence Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsBy Dave Zed

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TPE 2024 Preview and a Fahking Announcement (Bandolero Serie T) 1:33:40

3M ago1:33:40

1:33:40

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Mobile Studios, Nick is joined by Nick Gervais, owner of My Monthly Cigars and FahKing Good Coffee, to smoke a couple of Bandolero cigars. They go over all of the announcements prior to TPE and give a preview of what is expected at the first trade show of the year. They also discuss a FahKing big announcem…

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The Retrohale - 449 The Fugly Cigar 1:01:51

3M ago1:01:51

1:01:51

This week Bret smokes The Fugly Cigar, and the guys talk about Cigars, the Big Game, a listener email, a rap music game, and much more. Tell a friend, tell a hobo... As always, send questions and comments to theretrohale@gmail.com

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Cigars, Wrestling, and Manifestos with Trey Mac and Joel (Aladino Cameroon and Maduro) 1:36:13

3M ago1:36:13

1:36:13

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Mobile Studios, Nick is joined by the Aladino sales team, Trey Mac and Joel, as they smoke a variety of Aladino cigars. They discuss a newly announced cigar from Aladino and the upcoming TPE trade show. They also discuss a very very interesting piece of mail Nick received at his newspaper... And in the Vil…

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Being a Cigar Mentor with Mr. Jonathan (Perdomo 30th Anniversary Sungrown Epicure) 1:53:39

3M ago1:53:39

1:53:39

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Mobile Studios, Nick is joined by Mr. Jonathan of Two Guys Smoke Shop and the Cigar Authority to smoke the Perdomo 30th Anniversary Sungrown Epicure. They get into a discussion about cigar mentorship and how that makes for a better retail experience for both the shop employee and customer. They also discus…

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The Retrohale - 448 The AJ Fernandez Long Live The King 1:05:30

3M ago1:05:30

1:05:30

This week, Mark smokes the Long Live The King by AJ Fernandez Mark talks about this strong cigar and the guys talk about a listener controversy, YouTube Videos, cigars, and much more. Tell a friend, tell a hobo... As always, send questions and comments to theretrohale@gmail.com Thanks for listening, ENJOY IT!…

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What happened to snow days? (WTT Boliche Blvd) 1:35:19

3M ago1:35:19

1:35:19

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Mobile Studios, Nick is once again joined by Dave of Smokin' Butts and Tappin' Ash (no comic books this time!). Nick lights up the Boliche Blvd from West Tampa Tobacco while Dave smokes the Rocky Patel Edge. They discuss baking, worker's rights, the evolution of snow days, and why you shouldn't ever use a …

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Catching up on cigar news (Red Anchor Admiral) 47:54

3M ago47:54

47:54

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Mobile Studios, Nick catches up on some recent cigar news while smoking the Red Anchor Admiral from United Cigars. He updates you on flavor bans, some legislation in Florida, and upcoming cigar events. Nick also discusses some recent movies he's enjoyed in the Villiger Cigars Entertainment Report and he co…

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