#ELOsoFumarTakes

This week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes a very select group of esteemed gentlemen to sit down for #Take248! That's right the entire Developing Palates crew will be the guests of honor for a take filled with an all-you-can-eat buffet of hate, hustle, and (possibly) average-tasting cigars. Sincerely, when Aaron Loomis and Jiunn Liu founded arguably the best media team in the industry a few years ago, they probably had no idea what their revolutionary concept would do to the industry. At first glance, you may think their rating system is confusing, you may think that Aaron hates everything, and yes, you even get your heart broken a few times. But, along with 'Big Tuna'Seth Geise & 'Cigar Surgeon' John McTavish you get some of the most talked about, engaging, and binge-worthy content the cigar industry offers. We're going to have some fun, including my very first stab at rating a cigar in the DP scale! Enjoy!

 

The Developing Palates Teamwould like to spotlight Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center.

Please consider donating HERE.

 

https://developingpalates.com/

TOP 25 CIGARS 2022: https://developingpalates.com/editorials/cigar-editorials/2022-cigar-year/

 

 

 

This week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes the return of one of the industry's most beloved 'limes'. Fred Rewey, Brand Strategist for Illusione Cigars, sits down for his first official #Take. Fred has stopped by on previous #takes as a panelist, but this will be the first time the Founder of Nomad Cigar Company and the man known as the GODFadr will stop by. We're all fascinated with Fred and why not? Come by and Enjoy!

 

Fred and I would like to spotlight Smokin' Tabaccao's Annual Fundraiser for the Cigar Family Charitable Foundation, learn more and donate here: https://go.rallyup.com/smokintabacco2023/Campaign/Details

 

New Branding for Illusione Unveiled at PCA 2022: https://cigar-coop.com/2022/08/pca-2022-report-illusione-cigars.html

 

The Final Puff: https://www.youtube.com/@thefinalpuff

 

Fred's Imdb Page:

imdb.com/name/nm3630412/?ref_=ttfc_fc_cl_t31

 

Buy his books! https://www.amazon.com/stores/Fred-Rewey/author/B001KDV6YA?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true

 

 

 

This week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes none other than, Jon Huber of Crowned Heads to sit down for our #246thTake! This long-awaited conversation promises to be an exciting, insightful, and educational experience. The Co-Founder of one of the industry's top boutique power brands has come a long way since the days of managing Shipping for one of this industry's most storied brands. During this week's conversation, we talk A-Z and digest the years and impact Huber's talent has lasted and done. It's going to be a "can't miss", so don't. Enjoy!

 

For this occasion, Jon and I are raising awareness on behalf of Tim Ozgener for Turkish Philanthropy Funds.

Please consider donating here: 

https://donate.tpfund.org/campaign/tpf-turkiye-earthquake/c465112

 

United Cigars Presidential Trivia Segment Resource: https://thevault.musicarts.com/11-presidents-you-didnt-know-were-musical/

 

 

This week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes the return of a former Texas Road Warrior and Current National Sales Director of Micallef Cigars - Mr. Andy Yaffee! We've had Andy on the show before, but this is his first solo appearance. That means we go back and explore his history a bit as well as explore all things Micallef. From Open Houses to a return to the PCA, we see what's going on with this bonafide Texas cigar company! Enjoy!

 

For this occasion, Andy has selected an amazing cause of:

Old Friends Senior Dog Sanctuary

Please consider donating HERE.

 

Micallef returned to PCA 2022: https://cigar-coop.com/2022/07/pca-2022-report-micallef-cigars.html

 

Micallef retires Grande Bold Lines: https://cigar-coop.com/2022/11/cigar-news-micallef-cigars-to-retire-grand-bold-portfolio.html

 

 

 

This week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes the return of Howard Gumbs Jr. of Howard G Cigars to sit down for our #244thTake! When we first sat down with Howard we explored how the entrepreneur found cigars. What we found was it was: The People. Howard has brought a lot of people to cigars and his brand and partnerships with Leon Searcy and Ike Taylor have expanded their portfolio. We catch up this Sunday. Enjoy!

 

The Orange County Police Athletic League: https://ocsopal.com/

 

PCA 2022: https://cigar-coop.com/2022/08/pca-2022-report-howard-g-cigars.html

 

 

This week, #ELOsoFumarTakes is pleased to welcome a first-time guest and first-time former NFL player to the show for our #243rdTake. Ken Hamlin has ARRIVED and we will make him feel welcome. We talk journey, from first smoke to La Aurora to another cigar coming to market - Ken has a every busy life. We step into it and enjoy!

 

Ken and I would like to spotlight the Greater Hounston area chapter of the Jack & Jill Foundation, learn more here:

Jack & Jill Foundation - Missouri City/Sugar Land Chapter

 

PCA 2022 Interview with Ken Hamlin: https://cigar-coop.com/2022/07/pca-2022-report-the-arrival-by-ken-hamlin.html

This week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes the return of the Coalition. That’s right, Cigar Coop, The Smoking Syndicate and #ELOsoFumar band together tonight for #Take242. Even though the name of The Smoking Syndicate Show implies different, we don’t always meet at the Roundtable. Tonight, we meet at an irregular quadrilateral table. I thought about square, but there’s going to be some very different view points brought tonight. Some feelings may get hurt, and they most certainly will be mine. Luckily, William Cooper, Ben Lee, and Erron Nielsen Always are there to pick up the pieces. Enjoy!

 

Donate to Sepsis Alliance

DONATE HERE TO SHAVE BRADLEY RUBIN'S STACHE!

 

Coop's Meal:

https://bensdeli.net/locations/boca-raton-florida-kosher-deli-restaurant/

 

This week, #ELOsoFUmarTakes is pleased to welcome back Abe Dababneh of Smoke Inn to sit down for our #241stTake. We're one month away from the 2023 Edition of The Great Smoke and as always ABe and his team have promised an event to remember. We talk with Abe about this year's event - especially this year's theme of Mardi Gras - and all that he has in store. Plus the trip of a lifetime! Enjoy!

 

https://www.thegreatsmoke.com/

http://www.smokeinn.com/

 

 

United Cigar Presidential Trivia:

 

https://www.history.com/news/10-things-you-may-not-know-about-the-lincoln-assassination

This week, #ELOsoFumarTakes is pleased to present the return of one of our industry's fun personalities. When Laurel Tilley told me that she would be leaving her role as Ambassador for Macanudo, there was nothing fun about it. I soon learned that she was not leaving the industry - what a relief! Tilley has made her stamp on the industry and intends to take her experience and expertise over to familiar territory. AJ Fernandez Cigar Company now has one of the best Brand Developers in the biz. We talk about her plans, smoke some cigars, and, of course, drink some tea! Enjoy!!

 

Laurel and I would like to raise awareness for The Ocean Cleanup

Please consider donating here: https://theoceancleanup.com/donate/

 

 

This week, we welcome back Scott Pearce of the Premium Cigar Association back for our #239thTake! Over six months have passed since the last PCA trade show and less than six months to the next one. We look back on the impact of 2022 and what 2023 and beyond will bring our industry’s organization. Enjoy!

 

Please consider donating: https://premiumcigars.org/

 

Promotion of Ryan Parada: https://cigar-coop.com/2022/11/cigar-news-pca-promotes-ryan-parada-to-senior-manager-of-government-affairs-and-international-policy.html

 

PCA hires Lisa Sigler (Published by halfwheel): https://halfwheel.com/lisa-sigler-joins-pca-as-director-of-membership-development-industry-relations/418207/

 

Results of PCA survey: https://cigar-coop.com/2022/10/cigar-news-pca-attendee-survey-shows-strong-support-for-july-trade-show.html