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This week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes back Luciano Meirelles of ACE Prime for our #216thTake. It'll be PCA Post Party! Last time we sat down with Luciano it was my birthday, this time we talk about Ace Prime's birthday. In less than five years, Luciano, Pichardo, and the Tabacalera Pichardo have become heavyweights in the premium cigar world and have made a name for themselves and other brand names. Let's Post Show Party Right Here! Enjoy!

The Show even takes a deep philosophical turn in the later half.  Stick around, we get deep.

For this occasion, Luciano and I would like to spotlight the ACE Prime Foundation.  You can learn more here:

https://cigar-coop.com/2021/02/cigar-news-ace-prime-creates-foundation-to-support-nicaraguan-families.html

Learn more about Mas Igneus:

https://cigar-coop.com/2022/07/cigar-news-ace-prime-to-launch-mas-igneus-at-2022-pca-trade-show.html

Learn more about Maria Lucia:

https://cigar-coop.com/2022/06/cigar-news-ace-prime-to-release-maria-lucia-as-pca-exclusive.html

Learn more about Ozgenger Family Cigars:

https://cigar-coop.com/2022/06/cigar-news-tim-ozgener-returning-to-cigar-industry.html

Learn more about  Le Pâtissier:

https://cigar-coop.com/2022/06/cigar-news-crowned-heads-le-patissier-becoming-regular-production-line.html

"I give all the credit to Jon Huber on his decisions with that blend."- Luciano

"Growth for the sake of growth is the ideology of a cancer cell"- Edward Abbey

"All our knowledge begins with the senses, proceeds then to the understanding, and ends with reason. There is nothing higher than reason"- Immanuel Kant

This week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes THE COALITION! The Cigar Coop Coalition that is. William Cooper, Ben Lee, and Erron Nielsen sit down for #Take215 and we talk all things Premium Cigar Association Trade Show.

For this occasion, we honor William Cooper as he selected Sepsis Alliance to feature.  Check them out and consider donating, but mostly please educate yourself on the signs of sepsis.

https://www.sepsis.org/

https://cigar-coop.com/pca-2022-the-big-board

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This Sunday, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes the return of Mike Szczepankiewicz of A Cigar Hustlers Podcast & Pospiech Cigars. We remind everyone, why everybody eats (cereal or whatever they want). We dig into recent collaborations and, of course, the upcoming PCA Trade Show. It'll be our #214thTake! It's all fun and games. Enjoy!

For this occasion, Mike and I are pleased to spotlight a local Little League team that means a great deal to Mike and his family.  Please consider helping this young team compete at states.  

Please consider donating via Venmo: @ABA9UAllStars

https://cigar-coop.com/2021/09/cigar-news-pospiech-set-to-release-the-bangarang.html

https://cigar-coop.com/2022/04/cigar-news-pospiech-announces-bdp-cigar.html

https://cigar-coop.com/2022/06/cigar-news-pospiech-and-matt-booth-team-up-for-the-shepherd.html

https://cigar-coop.com/2021/11/cigar-news-pospiech-to-release-collaboration-with-room101-cigars.html

https://acigarhustlerspodcast.podbean.com/

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This week, #ELOsoFumarTakes returns to celebrate Father's Day for #Take213 with a perennial favorite - Tom Lazuka of Asylum Cigars. This is the third Father's Day that we celebrate with Tom and for our #213thTake, we're bringing in an additional special guest. Mr. Oliver Nivaud of United Cigars will be joining us this year. We talk Asylum, United, and, of course, FATHERHOOD. Enjoy!

Tom, Oliver, and I would like to spotlight The Boys & Girls Club of America

Specifically, the communities Tom and Oliver call home.

Boston: https://www.bgcb.org/

Please consider donating here: https://www.bgcb.org/donate-now

Southeastern Michigan: https://bgcsm.org/

Please consider donating here: https://bgcsm.org/donate/

https://cigar-coop.com/2022/01/cigar-news-united-cigars-to-distribute-arnold-andre-products-in-u-s.html

https://cigar-coop.com/2022/01/cigar-news-united-cigars-to-release-two-new-firecrackers.html

https://cigar-coop.com/2022/04/cigar-news-united-cigars-to-release-stadium-series-ii.html

https://cigar-coop.com/2022/05/cigar-news-united-cigars-to-relaunch-red-anchor-at-2022-pca-trade-show.html

Asylum 10 is coming!

Dad Jokes: https://www.menshealth.com/trending-news/a34437277/best-dad-jokes/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=arb_ga_mnh_ext_a34437277&gclid=Cj0KCQjwkruVBhCHARIsACVIiOxslfYE7zOegzXStfllaww5S8bD2oxzgHlRCyolHsPWhUPmo3nxt-saAksREALw_wcB

Tom gets us with one last Dad Joke Zinger (01:44:30)

10th President John Tyler fathered more children than any other President: https://biography.yourdictionary.com/articles/which-president-had-the-most-children.html

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This week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes Bradley Rubin of Alec & Bradley back for our #212thTake. Over the past couple of years, Brad and I have shared a lot of cigars and good conversations. We've chatted music, spirits, travel, and FOOD. This Sunday, we chat about the latest from Alec Bradley Cigars as well as smoke a special cigar and take a culinary journey with the young Rubin. Enjoy!

For this occasion, Bradley and I would like to spotlight and raise awareness for Abandon Pet Rescue, a fabulous no-kill shelter that is local to Bradley in the Ft. Lauderdale Area.  Learn more here: https://abandonedpetrescue.org/

Please consider donating: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/AbandonedPetRescueFT

https://alecbradley.com/

Big Smoke: https://www.bigsmokewhiskyfest.com/

Dark n' Stormy: https://www.liquor.com/recipes/dark-n-stormy/

White Russian: https://www.liquor.com/recipes/white-russian/

Bear's picks:

The 'Dirty Dozen' at Waters: https://waterstexas.com/

The Tenderloin Tamales and Millionaire Margarita at Reata: https://www.reata.net/

Green Tomato BLT at Yardbird: https://www.runchickenrun.com/las-vegas/

Steak Tartare at Kaiser Hof: https://www.kaiserhofrestaurant.com/dinner-menu

Wicky Chicken Riggis at Saviano's: https://www.savianosrestaurant.com/

Dry Aged Bone-In New York Strip at SW Steakhouse: https://www.wynnlasvegas.com/dining/fine-dining/sw-steakhouse

Miso Mixed Chicken and Vegetable Hiyashi Bowl at Wagamama: https://www.wagamama.com/

Peach Cobbler at Cabernet Grill: https://www.cabernetgrill.com/

French Pastry at The Holy Grail: http://www.holygrailpub.com/

Top 10Most Hated Foods in the Nation: https://www.thecutlerychronicles.com/the-10-most-feared-foods-of-nation/

Bradley's Picks

Oysters at Shuck n' Dive: https://shuck-n-dive.com/

Assorted Appetizers and Main Course at Brezza: https://www.brezzaitalian.com/

Crispy Chicken Sandwich at Henry's Sandwich Station : https://henryssandwich.com/#

Sticky Pecan Bun and Almond Joy at Gastroeque: https://gastrotheque.com/

https://cigar-coop.com/2022/05/cigar-news-alec-bradley-announces-taste-of-the-world-chunk-sampler.html

https://cigar-coop.com/2022/06/cigar-news-alec-bradley-double-broadleaf-experimental-series-to-launch-at-the-2022-pca-trade-show.html

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This week, #ELOsoFumarTakes returns to the cinema to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of arguably the greatest film of the last half-century. Since its debut, the Godfather has been copied, quoted, and embedded into sports, political, and business rhetoric. Fred Rewey and Sam Spencer return to smoke Illusione Cigars (Thanks, Fred!) and discuss the American gem. So, here is an offer you can't refuse, join us for our #211thTake and Enjoy!

For this occasion, in honor of Sam's new profession of Teaching -we encourage everyone this week to check out Teach for America!

Learn more here:  https://www.teachforamerica.org/

Please consider donating: https://www.teachforamerica.org/donate

The Godfather: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0068646/?ref_=nm_knf_t2

United Cigar's Presidential Trivia reference;

https://www.amazon.com/Mafias-President-Nixon-Mob/dp/1250119405

Fred's links:

https://www.illusionecigars.com/

The Final Puff: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9_5LV-3nZCp71SPdEMdkDg

To the #ELOsoFumarTakes community, I have decided to take part in a survey that is aimed at capturing the influence of our podcast, in addition to other Cigar Industry media. I ask you, humbly, to take a few minutes and take part in this survey. Two major points: 1) No personal info will be asked for or given by you 2) THE GOAL: to see what, if any, influence and impact Cigar Media has on the way you, the consumer, views and takes part in this industry we love. It would honor me to hear and see your thoughts. Thank you in advance.

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This week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes Glen Case of Kristoff Cigars back for our #210thTake. The last time we sat down with Glen, a small thing called the Pandemic was just starting. Nobody knew what laid before us, but the past 24 months have proven the resolve that Case and his team built along the way. The Dominican Republic was hit the hardest with shutdowns of all cigar-producing countries. Additionally, we reflect on the tragic loss of a pillar to the Dominican Republic and Kristoff Cigars. We reflect back and forward with Glen. Enjoy!

For this occasion, Glen and I would like to spotlight the American Diabetes Association and in the process, honor the memory of Glen's father - Mr. Vern Case.  

Learn more HERE.

Consider Donating HERE.

https://kristoff.com/

Rolando Villamil Passes Away: https://cigar-coop.com/2022/02/cigar-news-rolando-villamil-passes-away.html

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This week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes back the man responsible for the 2020 #ELOsoFumarTakes #1 Cigar of the Year - Mr. Tony Bellatto! Our #209thTake promises to be one to remember as we not only celebrate our collective past, but the legacy of Tony's family as he looks to turn write a new chapter in his family's and his own saga in the premium cigar industry. Enjoy!

For this occasion, Tony and I would like to spotlight and raise awareness for The Purple Cat and the amazing work they do for adults with disabilities.  

Learn more here: https://www.bigpurplecat.com/

http://labarbacigars.com/

Tony Launches Bellatto Premium Cigars:

https://cigar-coop.com/2020/11/prime-time-special-edition-86-tony-bellatto-la-barba-cigars.html

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This week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes the return of Patina Cigars' own Mo Maali. It's been well over 160 #Takes since we sat down with Mo. But, our #208thTake promises to be one to remember as we chat about the journey that got him here and how it wasn't the route he probably expected. We also discuss Sox (Chicago vs Boston) and smoke what promises to be an evening's worth of stellar samplings from Patina. Enjoy!

For this occasion, Mo and I decided to talk about blessing and charity in general.  In honor and memory of Mo's late father, we ask you to check and do your path to giving.  With my own father's current diagnosis with Alzheimers and Dementia I'd like to re-introduce Keep Memory Alive as a great starting point. \

New vitolas, new factory for Patina: https://cigar-coop.com/2019/11/cigar-news-patina-cigars-precipitation-vitola-announces-factory-change.html

New Maduro Line: https://cigar-coop.com/2020/04/cigar-news-patina-cigars-announces-maduro-offering.html

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This week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes a pair of first-time guests to sit down for our #207thTake. Tobacco Business Awarded Karen Berger Businesswoman of the Year in 2021. However, this latest accolade is only the beginning to a story that's worth sharing. Her National Sales Director Diggins Brian joins us as well to chat about the legacy of the late, great Don Kiki Berger and how K by Karen Berger is just the current chapter in a storied journey we explore. Enjoy!

For this occasion, Karen, Brian and I would like to honor the memory of the late Kiki Berger by spotlighting and raising awareness for the National Kidney Foundation.

Learn more here: https://www.kidney.org/

Please consider donating here: https://www.kidney.org/donation?promo=MTL001457&utm_source=kidney.org&utm_medium=Website&utm_content=Donate&utm_campaign=Evergreen_Kidney.org_ways_to_Donate&frequency=monthly&amount=&once-option=25,50,100,250&monthly-option=5,10,25,84&monthly-default=&once-default=&coverfee=1

Karen Berger named 2021 Tobacco Business Businesswoman of the Year: https://tobaccobusiness.com/karen-berger-tobaccobusinesswoman-of-year/

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