Cigar Hacks

As we prepare to head to The Poconos for the wedding weekend, we record this episode earlier in the week than usual. The man of the hour calls in, but we also have a surprise caller with great timing. Two hack couples prepare to tie their knots. It’s the kind of event you smoke a cigar at so let’s dig in to the preparations. The Hidden Herf receives good reviews and the two Ricks nail it early on.

Local Spotlight – Castro’s Back Room; Manchester, NH

Controversy Corner – Legalization of the other leaf

Direct from the Lions Club cigar event at the Saddle Up Saloon in Kingston, NH we help raise funds for a resident in need. We have some extra guests and new panelists that join in the fun. The Hidden Herf gets widely mixed reviews and stumps the panel. Event sponsors included Molon Labe Cigars and Plaistow Cigar Co.

Local Spotlight – The Saddle Up Saloon; Kingston, NH

Controversy Corner – The free thinking scientist; acceleration of the truth

Just like a good cigar, the profile of this episode ramps up as the time goes on. The Dominator comes down from the north country and we have a special guest, Long Haul Mark, who schools us on the car carrier business. The laugh-O-Meter climbs in the second half with Matty the Magnificent leading the way. The Hidden Herf almost stumps the panel, they get too many clues.

Local Spotlight – Plaistow Cigar; Plaistow, NH

Controversy Corner – Weather Control

Robert Wright of Pura Soul Cigars drops in to The Tobacco Shack where we have him on the podcast. Our local Pura Soul rep, Bugsy, is also in the house. We learn all about Robert and his journey to Pura Soul cigars. The Hidden Herf is a surprise because of the vitola.

Local Spotlight – The Tobacco Shack; Rowley, MA

Controversy Corner – Controlling us with the narrative

We have a sit-down with Justo and Andrea Eiroa of JRE Tobacco and Aladino Cigars during the Aladino Cigar event at Two Guys in Seabrook. Mr. Bojimbles jumps in for the interview with Justo and Andrea. We learn a few things and have a few laughs. The Hidden Herf, a lancero, surprises the panel and receives high rating.

Local Spotlight – Two Guys Smoke Shop; Seabrook, NH

Controversy Corner – Landing on the Vineyard

We are joined by Steve and Blake from Molon Labe Cigar this week. Molon Labe Cigar is a local New Hampshire company, we learn all about their cigars and the journey. We record this episode out back by the pond at The Saddle Up Saloon in Kingston, NH. The Hidden Herf receives a top rating.

Local Spotlight – Victory and Michael’s Cigar Bars; Worcester, MA

Controversy Corner – Shutting Down the Protest

No rowing was required as we do another episode out on the boat. No fish were harmed (or caught) in the production of this episode. We swear in, or at, a new Hack and have him read some cringe-worthy urban dictionary entries. The Hidden Herf is picked out by Nurse Rick at the 11th hour. The second half of this episode goes in a few directions, but not without a few good laughs.

Local Spotlight – The Cigar Station; Spring Hill, TN

Controversy Corner – Crossing the Line

Direct from Ricky’s Recluse, AKA the screen house, we have a new guy and an old guy join us. We do a call-in interview with the owners of The Cigar Quarters. Ricky brings us a great Hidden Herf from his trip and fills us in on his cigar lounge travels.

Local Spotlight – The Cigar Quarters; Haines City, FL

Controversy Corner – Buying Votes??

We’re at the Mustang Ranch with stories from the past few weeks. The Hidden Herf is a new blend with an old name and really surprises the panel.

Local Spotlight – Molon Labe Cigars at Seacoast Harley; North Hampton, NH

Controversy Corner – Burke Mountain Curse

Direct from El Toro, with all nations represented, we’re back at one of our favorite lounges and are joined by a few of the regulars. We have a follow up on a couple of topics from last week. The Hidden Herf stumps the panel, but is well received. Smoke along while we tell stories and talk cigars, etc.

Local Spotlight – El Toro; Hudson, NH

Controversy Corner – It’s a raid!