JR Cigars Presents: The Long Ash Podcast The Cigarchitect Nick Libretti teams up with videographer Secret Chris to discuss cigars, the industry and the mysteries of life
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Pull up a chair, sit at the table and light a cigar… We will deal with real manhood conversations about the boardroom, bedroom and the block. You’ve wanted to face the real, raw, and relevant… the things no one’s talking about but you’re living everyday We weren’t invited to the table so we created our own table. This is OUR space! Tune in weekly as we give you space to hear from some of the dopest brothers around! You’ll be both celebrated and challenged. Rated: Not for Little Boys Powered ...
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In the newest episode of the Long Ash Podcast, Nick, Secret Chris, and SEO Derek smoke the newest limited edition JR Revival cigar! The fellas discuss the process of this cigar that Quesada Factory helped us create before it's released on Tuesday, September 10th!
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Nick and Chris discuss their thoughts on what new monsters should be added to the iconic Tatuaje Monster series while Nick starts his campaign for a “Gabagool” line he wants to make for 2025!
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Nick and Secret Chris smoked the new Las Calaveras 2024 from Crowned Heads while discussing its place in the famed Las Calaveras portfolio.
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Nick and Secret Chris smoke the new Foundation Wise Man Corojo and Wise Man Maduro while discussing how the change in PCA has shifted the cigar landscape in 2024.
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EPISODE 220: Mixed Fillers With No Mixed Emotions
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Nick and Chris are smoking JR’s new private label from HVC Pan Caliente Habano, which uses mixed filler tobaccos. Nick informs Chris as to why mixed filler has an odd reputation but by no means does blends that use it are deemed "bad cigars".
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We welcome back Terence Reilly of Aganorsa Leaf to discuss our collaboration! The Crafted by JR Aganorsa was released last month and both Nick and Terence discuss their thoughts on what it was like to work with one another. Enjoy the full episode today!
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Episode 218: JR Welcomes Diesel Disciple!
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On this week's episode of the Long Ash Podcast, Nick and Secret Chris smoke the Diesel Disciple, which will exclusively be available only through JR Cigars now! The two gents discuss the brand and other cigars under the Diesel line. Tune in now!
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The Long Ash Podcast welcomes JR Cigars Lead Buyer for the Procurement Team Warren Dubell. Warren shares with Nick and Chris his journey leading up to working in the cigar business and what are some of his favorite cigars to smoke. Listen to the full episode on YouTube and Spotify today!
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EPISODE 216: Jarrid Trudeau of Kristoff Cigars
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On the latest episode of the Long Ash Podcast, we invited the Executive VP of Kristoff Cigars Jarrid Trudeau to hop on and talk about how he landed the job at Kristoff, their most recent line Tres Compadres, and a brief overview of Kristoff’s portfolio.
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On the newest episode of the Long Ash Podcast, David Spirt of E.P. Carrillo Cigars is back in studio to discuss the new "essence" line from E.P. Carrillo that will be coming out later this year. Watch the full episode as Nick and David enjoy the first two cigars of this delicious cigar line from E.P. Carrillo.…
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In the latest episode of the Long Ash Podcast, Nick and Chris respond to a message they received on instagram about the proper steps of "breaking into the industry". Watch the full episode to hear their responses!
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While smoking Liga Privadas from Drew Estate, Nick and Chris recap their fun-filled weekend visiting breweries in South Jersey and Brooklyn, New York for next month's cigar magazine article! Tune in now!
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On today's episode of the Long Ash Podcast, Nick and Chris discuss the discontinuation of Foundation Cigars line that started it all for them, the El Gueguense. The boys discuss their admiration for the cigar and how it impacted their lives. Tune in now!
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In the latest episode of Long Ash Podcast, Nick and Chris enjoy the classic Ashton ESG while talking about how big market sports teams commit highway robbery with the cost of experiincing going to one of their games! Tune in now!
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EPISODE 210: Reiner Lorenzo of HVC Cigars
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In this week's episode of the Long Ash Podcast, we welcome Reinier Lorenzo, founder and master blender of HVC Cigars. Reinier talked to us about his unorthodox journey to becoming a cigar blender, and what we can look forward to from HVC this year! Enjoy!
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EPISODE 209: Alex Weghorn of Davidoff Cigars
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On our latest episode of the Long Ash Podcast, Nick sat down with Alex Wghorn, Brand Activation Manager of Davidoff Cigars. Alex discusses his journey from a college athlete, to working for one of the most prestigious cigar brands in the industry. Tune in now to hear Alex Weghorn's story!
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On this week's episode of the Long Ash Podcast, Nick and Chris both smoke the Mi Querida Triqui Traca while discussing their takeaways from the training session they had this past week with Dunbarton Tobacco and Trust. Listen to the full episode now!
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On this week's episode of the Long Ash Podcast, Nick and Chris enjoy some cigars from Arturo Fuente while discussing how they've remained one of the most desired companies within the industry for this long! Listen to the full episode, now!
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While smoking two new cigars from Crowned Heads, Nick and Chris discuss this year's PCA convention, the value of Cubans vs. New World cigars, and why there should be a halt on new cigar releases to restore the balance in the industry. Listen now and enjoy!
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On the latest episode of the Long Ash Podcast, Nick and Chris discuss the world's perception of Italian American culture and voice some of their frustrations! Watch the episode now!
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In the latest episode of Long Ash Podcast, Nick discusses his adventures to Camp Camacho with his team and all the fun times he had! Listen to the full episode on Spotify and YouTube today!
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EPISODE 203: David Spirt of E.P. Carrillo Cigars
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For our latest episode of the Long Ash Podcast, Nick sat down with David Spirt of E.P. Carrillo Cigars. David is the Chief Operating Manager at E.P. Carrillo. David and Nick talk about his journey through the cigar industry as well as the recent success E.P. Carrillo has endured! Tune in now to hear the latest episode!…
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Long Ash Podcast Presents: INDUSTRY INSIDER EP. 7 with Master Your Ash
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On our latest episode of "Industry Insider", we met up with "Master Your Ash" to discuss the cigar journey he's currently on, while simultaneously concurring the spirit business! Watch now!
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In the latest episode of the Long Ash Podcast, Nick and Chris discuss the decline of cuisine in the world today while smoking some festive cigars for St. Patrick's Day! Listen to the full episode now!
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Long Ash Podcast Presents: industry Insider with Adam Guard
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In Episode 6 of Industry Insider, Chris interviews Adam Guard, Owner of Dreeamer Cigars. The two discuss Adam’s path within the industry over the last three years which eventually led him to collaborate with Dennis Rodman. Watch now!
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On a new episode of the Long Ash Podcast, Nick and Chris smoke the 2024 Freestyle Live collection from Drew Estate. Enjoy!
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EPISODE 200: Consensus of the Consensus 2023
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For our 200th Episode, Nick and Chris are joined by Derek to discuss the various Top Cigar Lists of 2023 throughout the industry. Watch now and leave your comments on what your thoughts were on the Top Cigar lists of 2023!
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In the latest episode of the Long Ash Podcast, Nick and Chris smoke the new Mil Dias Maduro from Crowned Heads all while talking about the ongoing battle between Gurkha and Davidoff cigars about the "Year of the Dragon" trademark. Enjoy!
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While Nick and Jim smoke the new E.P. Carrillo Encore Black, the two discuss the shake-up of cigar trade shows we’ll be seeing throughout 2024!
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EPISODE 197: John Hakim of Punch Cigars
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For the latest episode of the Long Ash Podcast, Punch Brand Manager John Hakim visits the studio to talk about the Punch Golden Era, where the direction of Punch is headed, and defends the Punch Chinese New Year Series!
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In the latest episode of the Long Ash Podcast, Nick discusses his trip to the J.C. Newman factory in Tampa, while he and Chris discuss Halfwheel's Top 25 Cigars of 2023. Watch the full episode now!
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Long Ash Podcast Presents: Industry Insider with Danny Hennessey
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On the newest episode of Industry Insider, Chris sits down with the Midwest Regional Sales Manager for Crowned Heads. Chris and Danny talk about his path in the cigar industry, what it's like working for Crowned Heads now, and some of Danny's coolest moments within the industry. Listen now!
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EPISODE 195: The Boys Have Something To Say
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On a new episode of The Long Ash Podcast, Nick and Chris express their passionate feelings on Cigar Aficionado’s Top 25 Cigars of 2023 list. You’ve been warned!
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Kicking 2024 off with a bang! We have the Senior Director of Procurement for Tabacalera USA Jim Charnley on the episode today! Jim discusses his path in the cigar industry and hints at what’s to come for JR Cigars! Watch now!
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EPISODE 193: Top 25 Cigars of 2023 Part 4
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Here is part four of our Top 25 Cigars of 2023 list! Nick and Chris cover the Top 10 cigars on their list to round out the full list of 25 cigars they've enjoyed in 2023. Leave your comments below!
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EPISODE 192: Top 25 Cigars of 2023 Part 3
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Nick and Chris discuss their 15th through 11th picks on their Top 25 cigar picks in 2023. Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below!
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LONG ASH PODCAST PRESENTS: Industry Insider with Kyle Garrett
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In our third episode of Industry Insider presented by Long Ash Podcast, Chris sat down with Kyle Garrett, founder of Smoke & Revelry (formerly known as Dad's Smoking Cigars). Chris chats with Kyle about his brand revamp, cigar media members, and what got him into smoking cigars in the first place. Listen now!…
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EPISODE 191: Nick and Chris' Top 25 Cigars of 2023 Part 2
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Nick and Chris continue their Top 25 Cigars of 2023 journey. The guys reveal #20 through #16 in the latest episode of the Long Ash Podcast. Don't miss out! Hope you all enjoy! 20. Crafted by JR: Crowned Heads19. CLE 25th Anniversary 6X5418. Camacho Broadleaf Toro17. Diesel Vintage Series Toro16. Alec Bradley Double Broadleaf Robusto…
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EPISODE 190: Nick and Chris' Top 25 Cigars of 2023 Part 1
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That time of the year has officially arrived! Nick and Chris go over their Top 25 Cigars of 2023. Throughout December, the guys will be revealing their Top 25 Cigars they enjoyed over the last year! Don't miss out. Here are 25 through 21! Enjoy!
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The post-Thanksgiving episode is here! Nick and Secret Chris smoke the new Knight Commander from Foundation Cigars all while talking about the Die Hard franchise, Foundation Cigars Catalog and the best food in movies! Watch now!
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EPISODE 188: LONG ASH PODCAST PRESENTS: Industry Insider with THE CIGAR HOST
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On the second episode of "Industry Insider" presented by Long Ash Podcast, Secret Chris interviews Joe Ficchi, aka "The Cigar Host". The two talk about Joe's success as a professional cigar roller, his brief appearance on The Real Housewives of New Jersey, and what being the cigar host means to him. Watch now!…
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On the latest episode of the Long Ash Podcast Nick and Chris discuss the state of General Cigars and how they feel they're on the precipice of something great. Listen to the full episode now!
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EPISODE 186 LONG ASH PODCAST: Industry Insider w/ Maduro Aficionado
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On the new segment under the Long Ash Podcast umbrella, Secret Chris interviews Maduro Aficionado, a Certified Cigar Sommelier who's taken the Cigar TikTok world by storm. Check out his interview now!
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Halloween isn't over yet here at JR Cigars! Nick and Secret Chris are all dressed up for Halloween and smoking some gems from the Tatuaje Monster Series collection! If you're still in the mood for Halloween festivities, this episode is for you! Enjoy!
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EPISODE 184: Laurel Tilley of AJ Fernandez Cigars
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On our latest episode of the Long Ash Podcast, Nick sits down with Laurel Tilley, Brand Development Manager for AJ Fernandez Cigars. Laurel talks about what life is like working with the Cigar Godfather, life after Macanudo, and her beginnings in the industry! Check it out now!
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While smoking the new line extension of the Crowned Heads Mil Dias, Nick and Chris debate all things pizza! Check out our live episode now!
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From Jada and Will to Nick’s pitch to become the USA President, the guys chat while smoking delicious cigars! A New Episode is out now!
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Nick and Secret Chris have Alex, Mark, and Zach from The Cigar Guys Podcast & Besa Cigars in the studio to talk about their brand, their success in the Cigar Community on TikTok, and much more! Enjoy!
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EPISODE 180: Michael Herklots of Ferio Tego Cigars
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Michael Herklots of Ferio Tego stops by the studio to discuss the new Ferio Tego Summa and how art and blending cigars are one in the same. The episode is available now so listen and enjoy!
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Nick and Chris discuss their personal “white whale” cigars of the industry as well as proper restaurant patron etiquette. Enjoy!
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