The episode kicks off with a bang as Tyler Jones earns the Salesman of the Year title for the second consecutive year, this time for both Espinosa Cigars and Guy Fieri’s Knuckle Sandwich Cigars. The achievement was celebrated in Indianapolis, Indiana, where Tyler received trophies from none other than Guy Fieri himself. In an exclusive interview on the Cigar Hustler Podcast, Tyler expresses gratitude for working with a supportive company and hints at aiming for a three-peat, inspired by fellow northeast Ohioan Travis Kelce.

Following the success story, the hosts delve into industry updates, including notable announcements:

POWSTANIE and FOSFORO are set to increase prices starting March 1, 2024.

Asia welcomes the exclusive release of the Cohiba Lancero Tributo Humidor in celebration of the Year of the Dragon.

Gurkha faces wrapper shortages, leading to the suspension of the Colección Especial.

JM Tobacco plans to unveil the Española Year of the Dragon at PCA 2024.

German Engineered Cigars shifts its distribution to the City of Palms in Florida.

In other news, NASA is on the lookout for candidates to participate in a yearlong simulated Mars mission. The peculiar twist comes with the announcement that ALLEGED Central American Trained Astronaut Lucio Morales has initiated his own simulation. Morales claims that, with three friends, anyone can take over a cigar factory in space. This whimsical and connected story adds a touch of humor to the episode, leaving listeners with a blend of industry updates and a space-themed escapade.