Long Ash Podcast

On today's episode of the Long Ash Podcast, Nick and Chris discuss the discontinuation of Foundation Cigars line that started it all for them, the El Gueguense. The boys discuss their admiration for the cigar and how it impacted their lives. Tune in now!

In the latest episode of Long Ash Podcast, Nick and Chris enjoy the classic Ashton ESG while talking about how big market sports teams commit highway robbery with the cost of experiincing going to one of their games! Tune in now!

In this week's episode of the Long Ash Podcast, we welcome Reinier Lorenzo, founder and master blender of HVC Cigars. Reinier talked to us about his unorthodox journey to becoming a cigar blender, and what we can look forward to from HVC this year! Enjoy!

On our latest episode of the Long Ash Podcast, Nick sat down with Alex Wghorn, Brand Activation Manager of Davidoff Cigars. Alex discusses his journey from a college athlete, to working for one of the most prestigious cigar brands in the industry. Tune in now to hear Alex Weghorn's story!

On this week's episode of the Long Ash Podcast, Nick and Chris both smoke the Mi Querida Triqui Traca while discussing their takeaways from the training session they had this past week with Dunbarton Tobacco and Trust. Listen to the full episode now!

On this week's episode of the Long Ash Podcast, Nick and Chris enjoy some cigars from Arturo Fuente while discussing how they've remained one of the most desired companies within the industry for this long! Listen to the full episode, now!

While smoking two new cigars from Crowned Heads, Nick and Chris discuss this year's PCA convention, the value of Cubans vs. New World cigars, and why there should be a halt on new cigar releases to restore the balance in the industry. Listen now and enjoy!

On the latest episode of the Long Ash Podcast, Nick and Chris discuss the world's perception of Italian American culture and voice some of their frustrations! Watch the episode now!

In the latest episode of Long Ash Podcast, Nick discusses his adventures to Camp Camacho with his team and all the fun times he had! Listen to the full episode on Spotify and YouTube today!

For our latest episode of the Long Ash Podcast, Nick sat down with David Spirt of E.P. Carrillo Cigars. David is the Chief Operating Manager at E.P. Carrillo. David and Nick talk about his journey through the cigar industry as well as the recent success E.P. Carrillo has endured! Tune in now to hear the latest episode!

On our latest episode of "Industry Insider", we met up with "Master Your Ash" to discuss the cigar journey he's currently on, while simultaneously concurring the spirit business! Watch now!

In the latest episode of the Long Ash Podcast, Nick and Chris discuss the decline of cuisine in the world today while smoking some festive cigars for St. Patrick's Day! Listen to the full episode now!

In Episode 6 of Industry Insider, Chris interviews Adam Guard, Owner of Dreeamer Cigars. The two discuss Adam’s path within the industry over the last three years which eventually led him to collaborate with Dennis Rodman. Watch now!

On a new episode of the Long Ash Podcast, Nick and Chris smoke the 2024 Freestyle Live collection from Drew Estate. Enjoy!

For our 200th Episode, Nick and Chris are joined by Derek to discuss the various Top Cigar Lists of 2023 throughout the industry. Watch now and leave your comments on what your thoughts were on the Top Cigar lists of 2023!

In the latest episode of the Long Ash Podcast, Nick and Chris smoke the new Mil Dias Maduro from Crowned Heads all while talking about the ongoing battle between Gurkha and Davidoff cigars about the "Year of the Dragon" trademark. Enjoy!

While Nick and Jim smoke the new E.P. Carrillo Encore Black, the two discuss the shake-up of cigar trade shows we’ll be seeing throughout 2024!

For the latest episode of the Long Ash Podcast, Punch Brand Manager John Hakim visits the studio to talk about the Punch Golden Era, where the direction of Punch is headed, and defends the Punch Chinese New Year Series!

In the latest episode of the Long Ash Podcast, Nick discusses his trip to the J.C. Newman factory in Tampa, while he and Chris discuss Halfwheel's Top 25 Cigars of 2023. Watch the full episode now!

On the newest episode of Industry Insider, Chris sits down with the Midwest Regional Sales Manager for Crowned Heads. Chris and Danny talk about his path in the cigar industry, what it's like working for Crowned Heads now, and some of Danny's coolest moments within the industry. Listen now!

On a new episode of The Long Ash Podcast, Nick and Chris express their passionate feelings on Cigar Aficionado’s Top 25 Cigars of 2023 list. You’ve been warned!

Kicking 2024 off with a bang! We have the Senior Director of Procurement for Tabacalera USA Jim Charnley on the episode today! Jim discusses his path in the cigar industry and hints at what’s to come for JR Cigars! Watch now!

Here is part four of our Top 25 Cigars of 2023 list! Nick and Chris cover the Top 10 cigars on their list to round out the full list of 25 cigars they've enjoyed in 2023. Leave your comments below!

Nick and Chris discuss their 15th through 11th picks on their Top 25 cigar picks in 2023. Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below!

In our third episode of Industry Insider presented by Long Ash Podcast, Chris sat down with Kyle Garrett, founder of Smoke & Revelry (formerly known as Dad's Smoking Cigars).

Chris chats with Kyle about his brand revamp, cigar media members, and what got him into smoking cigars in the first place. Listen now!

Nick and Chris continue their Top 25 Cigars of 2023 journey. The guys reveal #20 through #16 in the latest episode of the Long Ash Podcast. Don't miss out! Hope you all enjoy!

20. Crafted by JR: Crowned Heads 19. CLE 25th Anniversary 6X54 18. Camacho Broadleaf Toro 17. Diesel Vintage Series Toro 16. Alec Bradley Double Broadleaf Robusto

That time of the year has officially arrived! Nick and Chris go over their Top 25 Cigars of 2023. Throughout December, the guys will be revealing their Top 25 Cigars they enjoyed over the last year! Don't miss out. Here are 25 through 21! Enjoy!

The post-Thanksgiving episode is here! Nick and Secret Chris smoke the new Knight Commander from Foundation Cigars all while talking about the Die Hard franchise, Foundation Cigars Catalog and the best food in movies! Watch now!

On the second episode of "Industry Insider" presented by Long Ash Podcast, Secret Chris interviews Joe Ficchi, aka "The Cigar Host". The two talk about Joe's success as a professional cigar roller, his brief appearance on The Real Housewives of New Jersey, and what being the cigar host means to him. Watch now!

On the latest episode of the Long Ash Podcast Nick and Chris discuss the state of General Cigars and how they feel they're on the precipice of something great. Listen to the full episode now!

On the new segment under the Long Ash Podcast umbrella, Secret Chris interviews Maduro Aficionado, a Certified Cigar Sommelier who's taken the Cigar TikTok world by storm. Check out his interview now!

Halloween isn't over yet here at JR Cigars! Nick and Secret Chris are all dressed up for Halloween and smoking some gems from the Tatuaje Monster Series collection! If you're still in the mood for Halloween festivities, this episode is for you! Enjoy!

On our latest episode of the Long Ash Podcast, Nick sits down with Laurel Tilley, Brand Development Manager for AJ Fernandez Cigars. Laurel talks about what life is like working with the Cigar Godfather, life after Macanudo, and her beginnings in the industry! Check it out now!

While smoking the new line extension of the Crowned Heads Mil Dias, Nick and Chris debate all things pizza! Check out our live episode now!

From Jada and Will to Nick’s pitch to become the USA President, the guys chat while smoking delicious cigars! A New Episode is out now!

Nick and Secret Chris have Alex, Mark, and Zach from The Cigar Guys Podcast & Besa Cigars in the studio to talk about their brand, their success in the Cigar Community on TikTok, and much more! Enjoy!

Michael Herklots of Ferio Tego stops by the studio to discuss the new Ferio Tego Summa and how art and blending cigars are one in the same. The episode is available now so listen and enjoy!

Nick and Chris discuss their personal “white whale” cigars of the industry as well as proper restaurant patron etiquette. Enjoy!

Our new private label Crafted By JR launched this week. Nick and Chris discuss the process of collaborating with Crowned Heads to revamp this popular private label! Enjoy!

With Nick smoking the brand new "Girl With No Name" from Deadwood Tobacco and Secret Chris smoking an extension line of the Baccarat Barber Pole, the guys discussed their thoughts on infused cigars as well as their favorite cereal! 

While smoking the Ferio Tego Summa, Nick and Chris discuss price increases on cigars over the last few years and how disappointing the Yankees were this past season.

Nick and Secret Chris smoke the Metapa from Foundation Cigars while discussing how cigars mirror art, their early candidates for their Top 25 list of 2023, and Secret Chris' film showcase he put together this past weekend. Enjoy!

On this weeks episode of the Long Ash Podcast, Christian Eiroa of Eiroa cigars stops by to talk about the History of Eiroa, the cigar industry’s win over the FDA, and what new brands they displayed at PCA this year. Enjoy!

Between the cigars they're smoking to how Maine is a haunted state, Nick and Secret Chris discuss a whole lotta randomness on this week's episode of the Long Ash Podcast.

While smoking the Davidoff Nicaragua 10th Anniversary, Nick and Chris discuss and debate a topic that they saw online. Who is the best cinematic fictional athlete of all time? Leave your answer in the comments below.

Nick and Chris smoke the unreleased cigar from Crowned Heads, "La Vereda" all while talking about the impact of influencers and a quick review of #oppenheimer! Enjoy!

On our latest episode of the Long Ash Podcast, Nick sits down with Terence Reilly of Aganorsa Leaf cigars. Terence, the Vice President of Aganorsa, talked to Nick about PCA, their new line in the Rare Leaf Maduro, and other brands that customers keep flocking to. Watch the full episode now and enjoy!

Although Nick and Chris didn't go to PCA, the guys discussed Las Vegas's busy weekend between the PCA showcase, UFC 290, and the NBA Summer League!

We visited Nick Melillo’s new office to catch up with him earlier this year! Check out the full interview now and make sure to check out our July issue of “Cigar Magazine” featuring Nick Melillo as well.

Here is the second part of the Steve Saka interview for the Long Ash Podcast! We hope you enjoy!