002: What We Wish Someone Had Told Us

Episode 2: What We Wish Someone Had Told UsIn Episode 2 of Cigars for the Common Man, Donny and Mark take a step back to properly welcome listeners to the show before diving into some practical tips and information for new cigar smokers. Things to reduce the intimidation.They kick things off by lighting up the Crowned Heads Moonflower Robusto, a new release that debuted at PCA 2026 and a cigar Mark brought as a birthday surprise for Donny. The episode covers three core topics for newer smokers. First, cutting and lighting: Donny and Mark walk through the different cut types and various lighters, how to properly light up a cigar, and the right way to draw without over-smoking the cigar. Second, humidors: both hosts share their personal journeys through the world of humidor setups, from sock drawers and desktop boxes to travel cases and Tuppidors, and land on a straightforward recommendation for anyone just starting out. Third, cigar vocabulary: the episode works through a useful terms every new smoker is going to hear.The episode wraps up with Donny and Mark going back and forth on beginner tips and recommendations based on their own journeyFollow the show at @CigarsfortheCommonMan.Where to Find UsMark on Instagram at @CigarsWithMarkDonny at @todays_cigar.