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On today's episode of the Long Ash Podcast, Nick and Chris smoke unbanned samplers for JR’s next project while “pitching” a new idea for marketing a new style in samplers for the potential future. Enjoy!
Nick and Secret Chris smoked the new Las Calaveras 2024 from Crowned Heads while discussing its place in the famed Las Calaveras portfolio.
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.
On a new episode of the Long Ash Podcast, Nick and Chris smoke the 2024 Freestyle Live collection from Drew Estate. Enjoy!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
Nick and Chris discuss their personal “white whale” cigars of the industry as well as proper restaurant patron etiquette. Enjoy!
Our new private label Crafted By JR launched this week. Nick and Chris discuss the process of collaborating with Crowned Heads to revamp this popular private label! Enjoy!
While smoking the Ferio Tego Summa, Nick and Chris discuss price increases on cigars over the last few years and how disappointing the Yankees were this past season.
Between the cigars they're smoking to how Maine is a haunted state, Nick and Secret Chris discuss a whole lotta randomness on this week's episode of the Long Ash Podcast.
Although Nick and Chris didn't go to PCA, the guys discussed Las Vegas's busy weekend between the PCA showcase, UFC 290, and the NBA Summer League!
Here is the second part of the Steve Saka interview for the Long Ash Podcast! We hope you enjoy!
On this week's episode of the Long Ash Podcast, Nick and Chris review Zino Davidoff's Cigar Etiquette Book he wrote back in 1967!
Nick and Secret Chris dive into the history of Gurkha Cigars and their ebb and flows throughout the cigar industry.
The boys take a stroll down memory lane and look at some of the biggest brands from back in the old times...
The boys shout out those unsung heroes of the cigar industry!
The boys take a break from cigar talk to discuss the big sports news to hit the Tri-State area, the arrival of Aaron Rodgers to the New York Jets.
The boys are joined by handsome Derek to discuss the impact that limited edition cigars are having on the industry. This one gets deep
The boys head up to see the King of Connecticut... Nick Melillo
Were going to record an episode you cant refuse...
Put on your tin foil hats!
We smoked Warped, we talked and it was nice.
The boys celebrate St. Patricks Day the only way they good... with a good beer.
Nick is joined by the great Tim Ozgener and discuss his families amazing journey through the cigar industry.
The boys discuss the biggest news in the industry the last week... the sale of Alec Bradley.
The boys breakdown the question, what qualifies as a boutique cigar? The world may never know...
Post Super Bowl feels and a potential return to the trade show!
The legendary Flor de las Antilles is 10 years old and my father is celebrating in a big way!
The boys discuss why a box of ten should reign supreme
Nick and Chris are once again joined by sweet Derek to discuss the 2022 Consensus of Cigar Ratings
The boys discuss what 2023 can look like for the cigar industry and also their favorite historic cigar maker!
The boys enjoy some Cuban cigars and talk about cultural appropriation... so its a fun time
Nick and Chris return after the holiday to discuss this years controversial Cigar Aficionado Top 25.
The penultimate episode of the year, Nick and Chris are joined by SEO Derek to go over their Top 25 Cigars of 2022
Our dear friend Terence from Aganorsa stops by to talk tobacco varieties, Guardian of the Farm, and the best burger in Florida!
The fellas discuss their cheese preference for the holidays!
The boys start smoking a few throw back classics!
Nick is joined by the legend himself Miguel Schoedel, and he has a few surprises waiting for fans of Crowned Heads!
It is important to go back to your roots sometimes and the boys are doing that with some classic cigars
Legendary blender Rafael Nodal stops by the studio and gives us a look into his process!
Its our favorite time of year and the boys are dressed for the occasion!
Some light cigar news and another divisive stance
Crowned Heads Uses NACSA, Weight Loss Challenge and Pancakes Are Still Terrible!
The boys are shot, and so is this episode. Also some updates from Drew Estate.
Nick is getting ready for golf but that doesn't stop him and Chris from giving their opinions on keyboard warriors!
Tensions in the industry are rising, thankfully the calmer heads of Nick and Chris will prevail.
Nick talks with the legendary Davide Moro about the brand new JR Pure Origins.
The boys are back in town baby!
The legend Michael Herklots returns to bestow some wisdom unto us...
Nick and Chris examine the Cigar NFT Industry...kind of
Nick and Chris took a trip to Connecticut to hang out with Drew Estate and eat some amazing pizza with the legendary Nick Melillo
Secret Chris Returns!
The Secret Man has Returned!
Nick travels way down south to visit Music City and the legendary Jon Huber
The return of the Mack... the Crowned Heads Mother Church is back!
Fuente Sues General, Chris is still Gone, Derek likes Charles Angels... it's a wild ride.
Nick and Chris discuss cigars that had the most impact on the modern cigar industry and in what ways the legacy of these brands influenced others.
Secret Chris embarks on the greatest journey a man can have.... Nick wears a shirt.
Nick and Chris discuss the upcoming trade show and the brand new version of the legendary publication.
Nick is joined by the charming and influential Ben Willis, one of the industries most popular and respected personalities.
The boys discuss the recent acquisition of Room 101 cigars by General. Big deal for the legendary Matt Booth
While enjoying some of AUSAs finest.. the boys discuss what happened with YouTube and what the future holds!
Nick and Chris take a look at the history and famed brands of the Dominican Republic
Our friendly neighborhood Derek joins us for a pipe tutorial
Where should the guys go to eat? Do you like unboxing videos? So many things happen
The boys just straight up chill
The boys discuss the upcoming Texas Cigar Festival!
The legendary Lissette Perez-Carrillo joins us to talk about her families legendary portfolio and history
Nick and Chris enjoy a mystery cigar from Crowned Heads while Justin sports a mustache.
Who is a first ballot Hall of Famer for a Cigar Hall of Fame???
The legendary Sean Williams stops by to discuss the most iconic cigar brand of all time... Cohiba
The fellas talk about the thing everyone is talking about this week!
Secret Chris sees the Batman!!
The boys discuss growing trends in the industry
Yes we have done 100 episodes. Yes, the numbers listed on here are different. Dont worry about it! The legendary Waters is back as our special guest!
The boys discuss the Rams Victory, Super Bowl Snacks and cigar palate changes
The boys regale everyone with tales of former sports glory
Special guest Derek joins us to discuss the Top lists of 2021!
The boys list off their top picks for 2021!
The boys discuss the finishing touch on the 50th Anniversary celebration and Nick gets his Jordans!
We are joined by the great Amy Tejada, manager of Casa de Montecristo Whippany and co-host of the Lounge Experience Podcast!
Jack Burton and Dr Vankman team up to fight ghosts and smoke cigars
Willy Herrera Blended something special just for us...
Our SEO Manager and total stud Derek joins us to discuss the art of smoking a pipe.
The boys smoke the new Rocky Patel A.L.R JR 50th!
New Co-host, new side kick and new mic set up!
We say goodbye to one of the greats...
Seaward Brewing sent us some goodies while we smoke the new Foundation El Gueguense JR 50th
The boys enjoy the newest Cigar Dojo Release and talk nonsense.
The Alec & Bradley Wagyu A5+ has arrived!
The boys return from their Miami Adventure!
We smoke the new JR Ultimate 50th Anniversary
AUSA Education Manager Travis Pappenheim joins us to test some potential cigars!
The newest cigar to grace the 50th Anniversary Series has arrived!
The number one cigar of the year is finally in for the boys to try.
The boys smoke the all new J.F.R Lunatic JR 50th from Aganorsa Leaf... spectacular smoke!
The boys smoke some of their favorite Dominican Cigars and discuss that countries important role in the industry
A surprise sleeper with the HVC Baby!
They boys light up the brand new Mother Church by Crowned Heads while Greg is betrayed by an electronic woman.
Nick and Greg enter the Warzone with the award winning cigar from Espinosa.
Nick Melillo is back for an update on some of his upcoming, limited releases.
The new Trinidad Espiritu Series 2 is a real banger and the guys love it!
All the Top Cigar lists are rolling out, so Nick and Greg in all of their wisdom decide to analyze them.
The boys breakdown their 2nd annual list of their Top cigars of 2020
Secret Chris joins in as they discuss some of their favorite scary movies for Halloween.
The boys pair up some of your favorite snacks with a good cigar!
For nearly 3 centuries, cigars have been seen as a hobby of the rich and powerful... but why?
Think of this as a cigar slang dictionary... of sorts
The boys discuss the world of cigar investing
For this episode, Nick and Greg dive deep into the world of tobacco pricing.
The guys try the all new Mil Dias from Crowned Heads
The boys are back in the studio and are talking about our brand new review style!
Nick talks with two of the smartest tobacco men of the era, Dion Giolito and Nick Melillo. You do not want to miss this one!
We talk with one of the coolest men in the industry, Sean Williams from Cohiba!
We talk with the Space Man himself!
Terence from Aganorsa Joins Our Herf Series!
Nick is joined by some of the brightest minds in the industry including Pete Johnson, Alec and Bradley Rubin, Nick Melillo, Matt Booth, Jon Huber and Eric from Cigar Dojo
Nick and Nick are back at it.. talking about history, cigars and Connecticut of course.
We dive into Gregs own cigar blend and some weird eating habits...
Greg returns from Honduras with tales of adventure, but finds that his sweet treats have been stolen
As Waters embarks on a worldwide tour to no avail, Nick contemplates the changing landscape of the industry.
Wrapper color and shade can be so confusing, and we just made it worse...
Its Fuente Friday and the boys cant wait to talk all kinds of nonsense. Politics, the Mets, cigar wrappers... all topics are on the table!
2 H.Upmann's, a trade show, and a wedding photographer... that just about sums it up.
We got off track int his one boys, sorry....
Nick rants about the trade show news while Greg delves deep into the sign stealing scandal
Nick attempts to go through the list of major cigar sizes and greg is there too
After a long holiday break, the boys just kind of ramble
The boys discuss the 10 most impactful people in the cigar industry during the 2010s while lighting up a special Montecristo
The guys discuss the upcoming Top 25 lists and the recent controversy with the new Avo series.
Nick and Greg unveil their Top 25 Cigars of 2019!
While enjoying the brand new Crowned Heads Full Court Press, the boys discuss new Cigar legislation and have a special phone call with the great Jon Huber.
With Greg doing God knows what, Nick takes this opportunity to enjoy a nice Sobremesa Brulee with some coffee.
The boys light up the newest release in the famed CAO Amazon series, but have no idea what they are talking about.
The winners of the Halloween Cutter contest are announced and Greg is a sweet, sweet strawberry!
The great and powerful Nick Melillo of Foundation cigar stops by to discuss cigars, history, aliens, and a hawk.
Nick and Greg smoke the brand new, exclusive Cabanas from Don Pepin Garcia as they discuss their favorite coffees.
With a lot of new, great content on the way, Nick and greg do a quick yet interesting episode with the Illusione One OFF
The boys light up a new, secret blend from the Crowned Heads and greg lends some of his fantasy knowledge.
With Greg on vacation, Secret Chris joins the podcast and smokes the strongest cigar ever!
Tim and Al enjoy some of AJ Fernandez's newest offerings and Secret Chris says words.
The boys are joined by dear from Jamie who lets them enjoy a sneak peak of the new Balmoral/ La Flor Dominicana Paso Doble
Travis stops by and brings the boys some treats from Montecristo and H.Upmann!
The boys enjoy some top smokes from the Crowned Heads while Chris's Secret proclivities come to life.
The boys discuss big changes with the PCA while smoking a new treat from My Father.
Anthony stops by to wish Greg a happy birthday and discuss the dos and donts of cigar store etiquette.
The boys light up some Ligas while Secret Chris explains his odd choice of beverage temperatures
Nick and Greg enjoy the illustrious Ashton Symmetry, discuss the worlds finest fromage, endure a black out and Secret Chris talks.
The great Robert Caldwell stops by to discuss his new cigars and discus his hatred of hipster culture
Greg ponders a Jason Bourne lifestyle while Nick wont smoke cigars in your pool.
Nick and Greg sampler a taste of the Royal Life and discuss Nicks Financial Situation
They Dynamic duo discuss this years trade show and how much Greg enjoys Lady Fingers
Nick and Greg are ready to take Las Vegas by Storm for this Years IPCPR Trade Show, Put it All On Black!
Nick and greg light up the Camacho Triple Maduro while they discuss their recent trip down south and their continued search for inner peace.
Fan favorite Big Dave Lafferty stops by with to join our heroes on their quest for ultimate cigar knowledge
While enjoying the exquisite Leaf by Esteban, Greg and Nick talk about the good old days of craft beer, before Greg's arthritis began.
As Nick and Greg dive into the delicious Oliva Serie V, secrets of Nicks relationship with is roomate start to surface..
Nick and Greg continue their journey through the world of cigars while enjoying one of the strongest smokes on the market