The Cigar Authority

Episodes

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  Life and Cigars in Havana City, Cuba 15.08.2026 2h 14m

  This week on The Cigar Authority, we learn about life in Havana City Cuba with Reinier Lorenzo, Owner of HVC Cigars & blender of The World's Strongest Cigar! Reinier takes us through what it's like growing up in Havana & we launch return of The World's Strongest Cigar! Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about them. The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH. Disclosure: Some advertisements and segment introductions in this episode were generated using artificial intelligence.
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  Is Cannabis the New Competition for Premium Cigars? 12.08.2026 34m

  On today’s After Show, Dave is at it again. He is sill trying to make the case that cannabis is affecting cigar sales. The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH Disclosure: Some advertisements and segment introductions in this episode were generated using artificial intelligence.
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  The Cigar Guys Behind the Cigar Guy 08.08.2026 2h 4m

  This week on The Cigar Authority, we talk about the guys behind The Cigar Guy with Eric Newman, Owner of JC Newman Cigars! We all know some of the big names in the cigar world but we don't hear about the key people behind the scenes who make it all work. Lets chat with Eric about some of the key cogs of the business you probably don't know while smoking Sarzedas & relaunching Diamond Crown Maximus! Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about them. The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH. Disclosure: Some advertisements and segment introductions in this episode were generated using artificial intelligence.
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  Cigar Backup Plan - The After Show 05.08.2026 28m

  On today’s After Show, we talk about why cigar manufacturers in Nicaragua need a Plan B. Besides the tariffs, the political situation is tenuous. The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH
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  Cigar Etiquette 2.0 01.08.2026 2h 1m

  This week on The Cigar Authority, we're going back to school for Cigar Etiquette 2.0 with Didier Benitah Owner of Didier Cigars! It's been awhile since our first cigar etiquette lesson & who better than luxury cigar brand founder + fashion industry veteran Didier Benitah to give us a refresher course! We will smoke Didier in the first hour! Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about them. The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH.
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  The Latest on Cigar Tariffs - The After Show 29.07.2026 25m

  On today’s After Show, we talk about the latest developments on cigar tariffs. The landscape keeps changing, and we will keep you up to date. The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH
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  The Cigar Industry Food Chain 25.07.2026 2h 26m

  This week on The Cigar Authority, we figure out the Cigar Industry Food-Chain with Ernesto Perez-Carrillo III of Casa Carrillo Cigars! Which cigar brands or companies reign supreme at the top of the chain? Tune in to find out while we smoke Casa Carrillo Encore Majestic & launch the new Encore Noir II! Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about them. The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH.
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  Are Celebrity Cigars Here to Stay? - The After Show 22.07.2026 23m

  On today’s After Show, we talk about a new Texas law that restricts the use of celebrity images, cartoon characters, food etc. How will this affect companies? The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH
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  Cigars We Will Never Smoke Again 18.07.2026 2h 1m

  This week on The Cigar Authority, we give our Cigar Anti-Bucket List, with Francisco Almonte of DBL Cigars! There's plenty of cigars everyone chases but what are the cigars we plan on never smoking again? We discuss our choices & why while we smoke DBL with Francisco! Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about them. The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH.
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  Generational Cigar Bans - The After Show 15.07.2026 21m

  On today’s After Show, we are discussing generational Cigar Bans. These seem to be gaining traction. How serious is this? The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH
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  Women of the Cigar Industry 11.07.2026 1h 59m

  This week on The Cigar Authority, we discuss the Women of the Cigar Industry with Agnes of United Cigars & The Ash Heels Podcast! Agnes tells us about her experiences in the cigar world while we smoke Bentley White & Adventura! Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about them. The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH.
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  AI and Cigars - The After Show 08.07.2026 20m

  On today’s After Show, we are talking AI and cigars. More people are using AI to research cigars. What are they finding? The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH
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  4th of July Cigar Party 04.07.2026 2h 6m

  This week on The Cigar Authority, it's a special 4th of July edition of TCA from Dave's Backyard! Dave has let the guys into Garofalo Family Compound to kick back & relax this holiday weekend to talk cigars while enjoying Garofalo La Famiglia Sun Grown. Let's see how long until he throws out Mr. J! Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about them. The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH.
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  Brick and Mortar Only Cigar Releases - The After Show 01.07.2026 23m

  On today’s After Show, we talk about cigar releases that only go to Brick and Mortar stores. There are other industries where this happens. Why isn’t it more common in the cigar industry? The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH
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  Cigars That Sell Over Sticker Price 27.06.2026 2h 5m

  This week on The Cigar Authority, we're talking about cigars that sell over the sticker price with Tom Zbyrad of Zino Cigars! Believe it or not there are cigars that actually sell for more than their suggested retail price! Why would someone buy an over priced cigar & why would a retailer sell one? We find out while we smoke Camacho Connecticut Toro. Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about them. The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH.
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  History of Firecracker Cigars - The After Show 24.06.2026 22m

  On today’s After Show, we cover the storied history of Firecracker Cigars. How did it get to be what it is today? The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH
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  Two Cigars - One Family 20.06.2026 2h 9m

  This week on The Cigar Authority, it's our Father's Day Show featuring Rafael & Carlos Nodal! Rafael is the Owner & Founder of Aging Room Cigars + his son Carlos has joined the family business and owns his own company Ultimate Cigars! We discuss this father/son' duo what it's like working in the same industry but separately while smoking Aging Room Quattro Nicaragua & Ultimate No. 10! Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about them. The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH.
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  Do You Smoke Different Cigars When You’re Alone? - The After Show 17.06.2026 17m

  On today’s After Show, we talk about whether people smoke different cigars in public and private? We’re going to try to figure this out. The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH
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  The Most Wanted Cigars of 2026 13.06.2026 2h 1m

  This week on The Cigar Authority, we're talking The Most Wanted Cigars of 2026! What are the must have cigars for this year & the new cigars you gotta try while smoking & launching the new Independence Firecracker from United Cigars! Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about them. The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH.
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  Why Are Cigar Companies Opening Factories in the Dominican Republic? - The After Show 10.06.2026 26m

  On today’s After Show, we talk about companies that are opening factories in the Dominican Republic. Will this trend continue? The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH