In the studio this week we have Jacob Restituto. Jacob is a musician by trade, in 2014 he started going full time becoming songwriter, singer and producer. During his journey he also became a YouTuber with over 150K subscribers and making close to nearly 6 figures from YouTube! Recently, he has a taken a little step back YouTube and now currently manages the "Resituto Farm" in Long Island and also he is the host of the "New York Business Podcast! Jacob also makes his own wine and loves hunting! We cover it all on this episode. Enjoy!

Instagram : @jacobrestituto @newyorkbusinesspodcast

Website: https://www.jacobrestituto.com/

Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/jacobrestituto

Jacobs Spotify Music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1fNB11ukpnRRwihzsEH8nu?si=lkgOeKk8SG-VVrDbSCQTTg

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Hailing from the 6th borough Yonkers, NY, Tony Moxberg has spent 20 years turning his life struggles into powerful music. Starting in his bedroom, he evolved to collaborate with icons like Styles P, Jadakiss, Rick Ross, Fabulous, Fat Joe, Benny the Butcher, Joell Ortiz, and Jim Jones, to name a few. 

Since founding Black Cloud Ent. in 2005, Tony has partnered with major labels like D-Block and Empire Music. His relentless drive has earned him recognition from hip-hop’s top artists, producers, and DJs, allowing him to tour globally and cement his name in the industry.

Website: https://tonymoxberg.com/home

Youtube: https://youtube.com/@tonymoxberg?si=-ZTRc_0cQJzd8YJ9

Instagram: @tonymoxberg

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In the studio this week we have Melanie aka Maduro Meli. A mom of 3 and who been enjoying cigars for 20 years. We discuss Melanie's Puerto Rican heritage, her love for food as a form of expression, and how her passion for cigars have shaped her journey into the cigar industry. We discuss the significance of boutique cigar brands, and her role as an ambassador for GetYourCigars.com. Who carry the blueprint and diligent cigar!

Instagram: @maduro_meli

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In the studio we have Executive Chef Admir Alibasic, owner of One Rare Italian Steakhouse. Admir is Brooklyn-born chef with Albanian roots who discovered his passion for cooking at the age of 17. Starting as a prep cook at his uncle’s iconic Ben & Jack’s Steakhouse in Manhattan. With a background in food science, he’s mastered the art of dry-aging steaks and creating unorthodox dishes that push boundaries. Admir also brings his love of cigars into his craft, finding parallels between the complexity of food and fine tobacco.

One Rare Italian Steakhouse Website:

https://www.oneraresteakhouse.com/

Instagram:

@chef_admir

@onerareitaliansteakhouse

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Will La Salle grew up in the Bronx projects and was a correctional officer and a NYPD School Safety Agent for 17 years. Will had no intentions of being an actor, director, and producer but he started making films in 2019 with a goal of making 9 films in 9 years, currently he is on his 6th movie with "The Security Guard". Since his start he has redefined indie filmmaking with zero-dollar budgets! Starting his career in his mid-thirties, he founded La Salle Productions to spotlight emerging talent. Known for acclaimed films like Hilo II, which won awards at international festivals, and his 6th and newest film The Security Guard, La Salle proves that powerful storytelling doesn’t need big budgets!

Website: www.lasalleproductions.com

Instagram:@l_a_s_a_l_l_e_____

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Jesse Ortiz, a seasoned IT professional and owner of TOC Media, an upstate NY-based media and marketing company, manages over 80 Instagram accounts, including one for the NY Cigar Association. Jesse shares his expertise on social media algorithms, offering valuable insights into understanding what the platforms prioritize to achieve optimal results.

@toc_media @tastes.of.cuba @modernmasterpiece_official

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The world of cigars is full of myths! What's fact, what's fiction, and what’s just plain absurd? In this episode, we tackle the most common cigar myths we've heard and set the record straight once and for all!

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As the new year kicks off, there’s already plenty happening in the cigar industry. We’re here to give you a quick rundown and the highlights. Enjoy!

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This week we discuss the uncovering of  how USAID is using our hard-earned tax dollars on projects/causes that seemingly offer no direct benefit to us or our nation. We’ll dive into why our funds appear to be spent recklessly without clear accountability, and why tracking these expenditures matters for everyone. This isn’t about political sides—it’s about ensuring that every dollar we earn is invested wisely. We all want transparency and know where your money is really going!

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This week, we have in the studio  Brian Hudson—who is a certified wine sommelier, NYC restaurant manager who managed LAVO Italian Restaurant for almost 10 years and now manages HaSalon in Hells Kitchen, not to mention Justin’s lifelong best friend! Together, we reminisce about their adventurous childhood escapades, delve into the rigorous journey of mastering the art of wine, and unveil the electrifying, fast-paced world of New York City’s restaurant scene.

Brians Restaurant: www.hasalonnyc.com

Brians IG: @ bhud_nyc

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