On Prime Time Episode 334, we bring back The Baseball Show for 2025. We will look ahead to the upcoming 2025 Major League Baseball season and discuss some topics affecting the game of Major League Baseball. Hector Alfonso of Espinosa Cigars and Bear Duplisea of El Oso Fumar join Aaron and Coop for this show. Plus, we will also have our FSG Beef, Alec Bradley Live True, Espinosa, and Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Industry Deliberation segments.
Mar 07, 2025•2 hr 17 min•Ep. 2309
On Prime Time Episode 334, we bring back The Baseball Show for 2025. We will look ahead to the upcoming 2025 Major League Baseball season and discuss some topics affecting the game of Major League Baseball. Hector Alfonso of Espinosa Cigars and Bear Duplisea of El Oso Fumar join Aaron and Coop for this show. Plus, we will also have our FSG Beef, Alec Bradley Live True, Espinosa, and Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Industry Deliberation segments.
Mar 07, 2025•2 hr 17 min•Ep. 2308
On Prime Time Jukebox Episode 153, we present the “Old School Jukebox Song List”. This episode goes back to the origins of Cigar Jukebox, the predecessor to Prime Time Jukebox. The premise is quite simple, Dave and Coop each select a cigar, and then build a song-list to pair with that cigar. For this show, we will announce the cigars we will pair on the show itself. As always you can follow along with our Spotify Playlists: Full Episode 153 Playlist References Top 50 x OOPS! New Oldies 2024 Rock...
Mar 04, 2025•2 hr 17 min•Ep. 2307
On Prime Time Jukebox Episode 153, we present the “Old School Jukebox Song List”. This episode goes back to the origins of Cigar Jukebox, the predecessor to Prime Time Jukebox. The premise is quite simple, Dave and Coop each select a cigar, and then build a song-list to pair with that cigar. For this show, we will announce the cigars we will pair on the show itself. As always you can follow along with our Spotify Playlists: Full Episode 153 Playlist References Top 50 x OOPS! New Oldies 2024 Rock...
Mar 04, 2025•2 hr 17 min•Ep. 2306
On Prime Time Episode 333, Oliver Nivaud is tonight’s special guest. There is always a lot of things happening at United Cigars, and we will cover them tonight. Most recently there are some announcements around new Firecrackers and the expansion of the Gold Star line. We will also have our FSG Beef, Alec Bradley Live True, Espinosa, and Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Industry Deliberation segments.
Feb 28, 2025•2 hr 12 min•Ep. 2305
On Prime Time Episode 333, Oliver Nivaud is tonight’s special guest. There is always a lot of things happening at United Cigars, and we will cover them tonight. Most recently there are some announcements around new Firecrackers and the expansion of the Gold Star line. We will also have our FSG Beef, Alec Bradley Live True, Espinosa, and Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Industry Deliberation segments.
Feb 28, 2025•2 hr 13 min•Ep. 2304
On Prime Time Special Edition 172, we analyze the results of a survey done by the Premium Cigar Association (PC) on the top cigar brands. We will break down the results and offer our perspectives on the results. Plus we have our American History, Espinosa this Day in Sports History, and Tabacalera USA Great Things are Happening Here segments. References Retailer Survey: https://premiumcigars.org/pca-retailer-member-survey-results-2024/ AT 87, man still throwing Neighborhood Block Parties: https:...
Feb 26, 2025•2 hr 52 min•Ep. 2303
On Prime Time Special Edition 172, we analyze the results of a survey done by the Premium Cigar Association (PC) on the top cigar brands. We will break down the results and offer our perspectives on the results. Plus we have our American History, Espinosa this Day in Sports History, and Tabacalera USA Great Things are Happening Here segments. References Retailer Survey: https://premiumcigars.org/pca-retailer-member-survey-results-2024/ AT 87, man still throwing Neighborhood Block Parties: https:...
Feb 26, 2025•2 hr 52 min•Ep. 2302
Ferio Tego introduced the Summa line at the 2023 PCA trade show in Las Vegas. It follows the initial limited offerings of Ferio Tego: Elegancia and Generoso. The Summa is the first core line for Ferio Tego. “The word summa means a ‘comprehensive work’, a ‘summary or a synthesis of the body of work’ thus far. Ferio Tego Summa is a blend that embodies the diversity and complexity of the Ferio Tego Portfolio,” explained Ferio Tego co-owner, Michael Herklots in a press release. “The Summa blend high...
Feb 15, 2025•6 min•Ep. 2301
Ferio Tego introduced the Summa line at the 2023 PCA trade show in Las Vegas. It follows the initial limited offerings of Ferio Tego: Elegancia and Generoso. The Summa is the first core line for Ferio Tego. “The word summa means a ‘comprehensive work’, a ‘summary or a synthesis of the body of work’ thus far. Ferio Tego Summa is a blend that embodies the diversity and complexity of the Ferio Tego Portfolio,” explained Ferio Tego co-owner, Michael Herklots in a press release. “The Summa blend high...
Feb 15, 2025•6 min•Ep. 2300
On Prime Time Episode 332, Abe Dababneh of Smoke Inn is our special guest. Abe’s getting ready to put the 2025 edition of “The Great Smoke” event and we will do some pre-game around it. Plus we will cove a plethora of topics and get Abe’s takes as only Abe can deliver We will also have our FSG Beef, Alec Bradley Live True, Espinosa, and Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Industry Deliberation segments.
Feb 14, 2025•2 hr 24 min•Ep. 2299
On Prime Time Episode 332, Abe Dababneh of Smoke Inn is our special guest. Abe’s getting ready to put the 2025 edition of “The Great Smoke” event and we will do some pre-game around it. Plus we will cove a plethora of topics and get Abe’s takes as only Abe can deliver We will also have our FSG Beef, Alec Bradley Live True, Espinosa, and Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Industry Deliberation segments.
Feb 14, 2025•2 hr 24 min•Ep. 2298
On Prime Time Jukebox Episode 152 of we celebrate Black History month by looking back at some of the great African American pioneers in contemporary music. We will look at some legendary careers and assess the impacts these artists have had. For this show, since Dave smokes the Padrón 1964 Natural Diplomaticos while I smoke Fratello Navetta – The Boxer . As always you can follow along with our Spotify Playlists: Full Episode 152 Playlist References Top 50 x OOPS! New Oldies 2024 Black History Mo...
Feb 11, 2025•2 hr 8 min•Ep. 2297
On Prime Time Jukebox Episode 152 of we celebrate Black History month by looking back at some of the great African American pioneers in contemporary music. We will look at some legendary careers and assess the impacts these artists have had. For this show, since Dave smokes the Padrón 1964 Natural Diplomaticos while I smoke Fratello Navetta – The Boxer . As always you can follow along with our Spotify Playlists: Full Episode 152 Playlist References Top 50 x OOPS! New Oldies 2024 Black History Mo...
Feb 11, 2025•2 hr 8 min•Ep. 2296
On the Smoking Syndicate Roundtable 20, the Cigar Coop Coalition tackles Lure Cigars’ The Jolly Walleye Limited Edition Holiday Cigar . Lure Cigars was founded by Lou Cross III as a tribute to his late father. Lou Cross Jr. Cross Jr. was also an avid fisherman, which is the brand’s theme. According to Cross, “Immediately after lighting this elegant cigar, we experienced flavors that immediately connected with memories of the many sweet and savory treats we enjoy around the holidays. We knew this...
Feb 10, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 2295
On the Smoking Syndicate Roundtable 20, the Cigar Coop Coalition tackles Lure Cigars’ The Jolly Walleye Limited Edition Holiday Cigar . Lure Cigars was founded by Lou Cross III as a tribute to his late father. Lou Cross Jr. Cross Jr. was also an avid fisherman, which is the brand’s theme. According to Cross, “Immediately after lighting this elegant cigar, we experienced flavors that immediately connected with memories of the many sweet and savory treats we enjoy around the holidays. We knew this...
Feb 10, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 2294
On Prime Time Episode 331, Scott Pearce, President of the Cigar Association of America (CAA) is our special guest. Many know Scott from his tenure with the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) where he served as the Executive Director. Last year, Scott moved over to the CAA. We will dive deeper into the history and mission of the CAA. We will talk about some of the CAA’s initiatives and what they are doing around advocacy. We will also have our FSG Beef, Alec Bradley Live True, Espinosa, and Dunbarto...
Feb 07, 2025•1 hr 53 min•Ep. 2293
On Prime Time Episode 331, Scott Pearce, President of the Cigar Association of America (CAA) is our special guest. Many know Scott from his tenure with the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) where he served as the Executive Director. Last year, Scott moved over to the CAA. We will dive deeper into the history and mission of the CAA. We will talk about some of the CAA’s initiatives and what they are doing around advocacy. We will also have our FSG Beef, Alec Bradley Live True, Espinosa, and Dunbarto...
Feb 07, 2025•1 hr 53 min•Ep. 2292
On Prime Time Special Edition 171, it’s our 2025 edition of the Big Game Show. We are once again joined by Jonathan Carney, CEO of Bentley Tobacco | USA as our special guest. We will recap the NFL Season and dive into our predictions for the Big Game. We will also catch up with Carney on what’s going on with Bentley Tobacco | USA. Plus we have our American History, Espinosa this Day in Sports History, and Tabacalera USA Great Things are Happening Here segments. References 'Miracle in the Persian...
Feb 05, 2025•3 hr 29 min•Ep. 2291
On Prime Time Special Edition 171, it’s our 2025 edition of the Big Game Show. We are once again joined by Jonathan Carney, CEO of Bentley Tobacco | USA as our special guest. We will recap the NFL Season and dive into our predictions for the Big Game. We will also catch up with Carney on what’s going on with Bentley Tobacco | USA. Plus we have our American History, Espinosa this Day in Sports History, and Tabacalera USA Great Things are Happening Here segments. References 'Miracle in the Persian...
Feb 05, 2025•3 hr 29 min•Ep. 2290
On Episode 151 of Prime Time Jukebox, we present our unique Big Game Halftime Show Show. Not only do we preview the Big Game between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles but we preview the Big Game Halftime show featuring Kendrick Lamar. For this show, since Dave and Coop’s NFL teams were catastrophic failures this year, we smoke the Powstanie Catastrophic Failure . As always you can follow along with our Spotify Playlists: Full Episode 151 Playlist References Top 50 x OOPS! New Oldies...
Feb 04, 2025•2 hr 11 min•Ep. 2289
On Episode 151 of Prime Time Jukebox, we present our unique Big Game Halftime Show Show. Not only do we preview the Big Game between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles but we preview the Big Game Halftime show featuring Kendrick Lamar. For this show, since Dave and Coop’s NFL teams were catastrophic failures this year, we smoke the Powstanie Catastrophic Failure . As always you can follow along with our Spotify Playlists: Full Episode 151 Playlist References Top 50 x OOPS! New Oldies...
Feb 04, 2025•2 hr 11 min•Ep. 2288
On Prime Time Episode 330, Dan Thompson, President of Micallef Cigars returns our special guest. Dan has been at the helm of Micallef Cigars for the past five years. We will look back on his past five years, plus look ahead for how he sees the future. We will also have our FSG Beef, Alec Bradley Live True, Espinosa, and Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Industry Deliberation segments.
Jan 31, 2025•1 hr 54 min•Ep. 2287
On Prime Time Episode 330, Dan Thompson, President of Micallef Cigars returns our special guest. Dan has been at the helm of Micallef Cigars for the past five years. We will look back on his past five years, plus look ahead for how he sees the future. We will also have our FSG Beef, Alec Bradley Live True, Espinosa, and Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Industry Deliberation segments.
Jan 31, 2025•1 hr 54 min•Ep. 2286
On Prime Time Jukebox Episode 150, we look at the year 1984 in music. 1984 is considered a very pivotal year when it came to pop music. Dave and Coop look back at the songs and trends from this very interesting year in music. On this show, Dave smokes the CAO Brazilia Corcovado and Coop smokes the Padron Serie 1926 40th Anniversary Maduro As always you can follow along with our Spotify Playlists: Episode 150 Playlist Dave’s Top 50 Songs of 2024 References Top 50 x OOPS! New Oldies 2024 Garth Hud...
Jan 28, 2025•2 hr 13 min•Ep. 2285
On Prime Time Jukebox Episode 150, we look at the year 1984 in music. 1984 is considered a very pivotal year when it came to pop music. Dave and Coop look back at the songs and trends from this very interesting year in music. On this show, Dave smokes the CAO Brazilia Corcovado and Coop smokes the Padron Serie 1926 40th Anniversary Maduro As always you can follow along with our Spotify Playlists: Episode 150 Playlist Dave’s Top 50 Songs of 2024 References Top 50 x OOPS! New Oldies 2024 Garth Hud...
Jan 28, 2025•2 hr 13 min•Ep. 2284
We left our "green room" chat into the final cut of this episode. On Prime Time Episode 329, it’s the return of Matt Booth, founder of Room101 Cigars and creative director at Scandinavian Tobacco Group (STG) who is our special guest. This is Matt’s sixth time on the Thursday night show. It’s always a little unpredictable what happens when Matt Booth is on, but we will try to catch up on happenings as he completes his third year with STG. We will also have our FSG Beef, Alec Bradley Live True, Es...
Jan 24, 2025•2 hr 14 min•Ep. 2283
We left our "green room" chat into the final cut of this episode. On Prime Time Episode 329, it’s the return of Matt Booth, founder of Room101 Cigars and creative director at Scandinavian Tobacco Group (STG) who is our special guest. This is Matt’s sixth time on the Thursday night show. It’s always a little unpredictable what happens when Matt Booth is on, but we will try to catch up on happenings as he completes his third year with STG. We will also have our FSG Beef, Alec Bradley Live True, Es...
Jan 24, 2025•2 hr 14 min•Ep. 2282
On Prime Time Special Edition 170, we welcome back Mike Copperman and Cody Carden of Cigar Rights of America. Mike has been with CRA for over a decade and last year was promoted to the Executive Director position. Cody works as the Director of Communications. We will get an update on some of the key initiatives with CRA.
Jan 22, 2025•2 hr 11 min•Ep. 2281
On Prime Time Special Edition 170, we welcome back Mike Copperman and Cody Carden of Cigar Rights of America. Mike has been with CRA for over a decade and last year was promoted to the Executive Director position. Cody works as the Director of Communications. We will get an update on some of the key initiatives with CRA.
Jan 22, 2025•2 hr 11 min•Ep. 2280
