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#ELOsoFumarTakes
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#ELOsoFumarTakes delivers abbreviated interviews, thoughts, and insights with cigar industry personnel and fans. Host Bear Duplisea's vision is to give the audience a peak into industry culture as well as show the human side of its inner members.
Episodes
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 375th Take - with Vance Taylor of Stoic Cigars
#ELOsoFumarTakes #375thTake This episode, we’re welcoming a brand-new face to the show—and a cigar company that brings a pretty unique philosophy to the industry. Vance launched Stoic Cigars in late 2024, building a brand around the intersection of premium cigars, intentional living, and the...
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 374th Take - with Reinier Lorenzo of HVC Cigars
- #ELOsoFumarTakes #374thTake - Some guests you bring back because there’s more to talk about. Some guests you bring back because the story keeps getting better. Tonight, we’re doing both. Returning to the show is **Reinier Lorenzo of HVC Cigars** — and if you’ve been paying attention to what HVC...
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 373rd Take - with Miguel Schoedel of Crowned Heads
#ElOsoFumarTakes #373rdTake — MIGUEL SCHOEDEL IS BACK! WE’RE DOING THIS AGAIN. Apparently, this one time leader of most appearances is tired of seeing Tripp at the top of the leaderboard and is mounting a comeback. So we’re bringing back Miguel Schoedel of Crowned Heads for the #373rdTake of...
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 372nd Take - with William Cooper of Cigar Coop
#ELOsoFumarTakes #Take372 We’ve smoked a LOT of cigars. We’ve had a LOT of conversations. And over the years… we’ve also had some absolute disasters. For #Take372, we’re bringing back a very special guest and digging into the archives with William Cooper of Cigar Coop for something a little...
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 371st Take - with Terence Reilly of Aganorsa Leaf
TERENCE REILLY IS BACK!!! After way too long, we’re bringing back one of our favorite guests—and you KNOW we’re going to have plenty to talk about. TERENCE REILLY of AGANORSA LEAF RETURNS TO #ELOsoFumarTakes! And the timing couldn’t be better. Since Terence’s last appearance, Aganorsa Leaf has…
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 370th Take - with HÉCTOR ALFONSO SR. of ESPINSA CIGARS
This week on #ELOsoFumarTakes, Bear welcomes a very special guest: - HÉCTOR ALFONSO SR. OF ESPINOSA CIGARS! - If you know cigars, you know the name Espinosa — and this is your chance to sit down with one of the people behind the story. We’re talking: - Espinosa Cigars…Then and Now - The #MrWarmth...
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ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 369th Take - with John McTavish of Developing Palates
This episode, we’re welcoming back one of the sharpest cigar reviewers in the industry, John McTavish of Developing Palates! We’re also debuting what we hope becomes a brand-new recurring series… -- CIGAR DEATH MATCH -- Inspired by Celebrity Death Match, we’re putting legendary cigars…
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 368th Take - with Oliver Nivaud of United Cigar Group
This week, we're welcoming back a great friend of the show, **Oliver Nivaud**, for a fun, laid-back episode packed with celebration and cigars. On this special edition, we'll: - Announce the winner of our **#UnitedFlagDay** contest - Look back on an unforgettable Fourth of July weekend—including...
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 367th Take - with Tom Lazuka of Asylum CIgars
It's time for #ElOsoFumarTakes #Take367, and we're celebrating our Annual Father's Day Show with one of our favorite guests! Joining us is none other than Tom Lazuka of Asylum Cigars for an incredible milestone—his SIXTH Father's Day appearance on #ElOsoFumarTakes! We'll have plenty to talk…
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 366th Take - with Sebastien Decoppet of Cavalier Geneve
On this episode of #ELOsoFumarTakes #Take366 as we welcome back the founder of Cavalier Genève Cigars, Sébastien Decoppet, for what promises to be an incredible conversation celebrating 10 years of innovation, craftsmanship, and pushing the boundaries of premium cigars. We’ll dive into…
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 365th Take - with Jack Heyer & Garrison Davis of Davidoff of Geneva & AVO Cigars
#ELOsoFumarTakes #365thTake 365 episodes. A full year of Takes. What started as a passion project has grown into 365 conversations, countless cigars, unforgettable guests, and an incredible community of cigar enthusiasts. We couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate this milestone than with two...
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 364th Take - with Oliver Nivaud of United Cigar Group
#ELOsoFumarTakes – Take #364 This week, we’re welcoming a special guest to the show — Oliver Nivaud of United Cigars! We’re diving into some of the biggest topics shaping the premium cigar industry, including: The latest developments at Selected Tobacco New factory projects in Spain The evolving...
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 363rd Take - with Tripp Waldrop of Let's Get Pairing
We’re bringing back special guest Tripp Waldrop from Let’s Get Pairing for the SECOND YEAR IN A ROW to talk all things FOOD from PCA 2026 in New Orleans! Because honestly… “We came, we saw, we smoked… but somewhere between the cigars and cocktails, we accidentally ate our way through New…
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 362nd Take - with Javier Largaespada of Drew Estate
#ELOsoFumarTakes #Take362 The NEW era of Drew Estate is officially here — and we’re breaking it all down with Javier Largaespada. From the opening of the legendary J. Sann & Son Cigar Experience in Wynwood… to a brand-new factory in the Dominican Republic… to Drew Estate growing its OWN tobacco…
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 361st Take - with William Cooper of Cigar Coop
We’re back from PCA and bringing the energy straight out of New Orleans with a special episode: “One Vibe of New Orleans.”This episode, we’re keeping it raw and real—fresh off the show floor. We’re lighting up cigars we haven’t smoked yet, breaking them down live, and running through the moments...
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 360th Take - with William Cooper of Cigar Coop
#ELOsoFumarTakes #360thTake We’re back with another deep-dive, no-filter conversation—this one’s for the true cigar culture heads. Special Guest: William Cooper of Cigar Coop From 15 years of trade show experience, we’re diving into what hasn’t changed, the relationships that have evolved, the...
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 359th Take - with Brandon Oveson and Kendrick Woolstenhulme of Apostate Cigars
#ELOsoFumarTakes #359thTake – LIVE TOMORROW NIGHT Brandon Oveson and Kendrick Woolstenhulme didn’t just start a cigar company… they built a brand rooted in identity, conviction, and a story that challenges the norm. From Utah to the Dominican Republic, their journey—and their cigars—are anything...
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 358th Take - with Fred Rewey & Shawn Flores - TOP GUN 40TH ANNIVERSARY
#ELOsoFumarTakes #358th Take This one’s got some serious afterburners. We’re celebrating the 40th anniversary of Top Gun — the film that defined cool for a generation and still hits just as hard today. From high-octane dogfights to unforgettable one-liners, it’s time to buzz the tower all over...
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#ELOsoFumarTakes #357thTake featuring Casey Haugen from Crux Cigars
#ELOsoFumarTakes #357thTake This week we welcomes the return of special guest — Casey Haugen of Crux Cigars — for a deep dive into one of the boutique brands that has quietly built a loyal following among cigar smokers. Founded in 2014 by Jeff and Casey Haugen, Crux Cigars was born from a passion...
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 356th Take - with Litto Gomez, Jr. of La Flor Dominicana
#ELOsoFumarTakes #356thTake This week, we’re honored to welcome a next-generation voice in premium cigars — Litto Gomez Jr., son of founder Litto Gomez and Vice President of Sales at La Flor Dominicana. From the tobacco fields of the Dominican Republic to the boardroom — and back to the blending...
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 355th Take - Part Two: Top 15 Limited Edition Cigars of 2025 with George Brightman
#ELOsoFumarTakes – #355thTake You watched the climb in #353rdTake… now it’s time for the summit reveal. Part 2 of our epic blind tasting with George Brightman is here — and this is where everything gets exposed. The bands come back on. The Limited Editions are revealed. Rankings are defended (or...
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 354th Take - Tripp Waldrop of Let's Get Pairing
SUPER BOWL SUNDAY SMOKE SESSION It’s #ELOsoFumarTakes #354thTake and we’re doing it BIG for game day. Joining me is fellow Cigar Coop Coalition member and the all-time appearances record holder himself — Tripp Waldrop of Let’s Get Pairing The mission: pairing classic Super Bowl snacks with the...
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 353rd Take - George Brightman with the Top 15 Limited Edition Cigars of 2025#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 353rd Take - George Brightman with the Top 15 Limited Edition Cigars of 2025
#ELOsoFumarTakes – #353rdTake We’re BACK with another Top Ten episode… except this time it’s 15 cigars The legendary George Brightman returns, but the tables have officially turned. This go-round, host Bear Duplisea is the Sherpa, trekking his way through 15 Limited Edition cigars in a blind...
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 352nd Take - Josh Habursky of the Premium Cigar Association
#ELOsoFumarTakes #352ndTake We’re back with another special episode, and this one is a must-watch for cigar enthusiasts and industry insiders alike.Joining me is Joshua Habursky, Executive Director of the Premium Cigar Association https://premiumcigars.orgWe dive into the current state of the...
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 351st Take - Top Ten Cigars of 2025 with special guest - George Brightman
#ELOsoFumarTakes – #351stTake It’s that time of year again… my Top Ten Cigars of 2025 are about to be revealed. WELCOME BACK! HAPPY NEW YEAR! The night is here! The time is right! It's time for the #ELOsoFumarTakes Top 10 Cigars of 2025! Once again, the legendary George Brightman joins us for the...
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 350th Take - with George Rico & Pete Johnson of Gran Habano and Tatuaje
MILESTONE ALERT — #Take350 TONIGHT! We’re celebrating Episode #Take350 of #ELOsoFumarTakes with an all-star lineup Special Guests: • George Rico — Gran Habano Cigars #1 Cigar of the Year 2023: GRAN HABANO 20th Aniversario El Sueño • Pete Johnson — Tatuaje Cigars #1 Cigar of the Year 2024: Tatuaje...
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 349th Take - with Michael Cappellini of Toscano Cigars
This week on #ELOsoFumarTakes for the #349thTake — we’re thrilled to welcome the return of our favorite Niitany Lion — Michael Cappellini as our special guest! ️Michael isn’t just a former political candidate — he’s also the official U.S. Brand Ambassador for Toscano Cigars . This episode dives...
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 348th Take - with Todd Naifeh, President of the PCA & Owner of ZT Cigars
#ELOsoFumarTakes #Take348 We welcome Todd Naifeh, President of the Premium Cigar Association and owner of ZT Cigars! Todd brings decades of passion, advocacy, and leadership to the premium cigar world — and this Take is one you won’t want to miss. Expect a deep dive into the PCA’s mission…
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 347th Take - with Billy & Gus Fakih of Artesano del Tobacco
For our #347thTake - We’re welcoming Gus Fakih & Billy Fakih of Artesano Del Tobacco, the family behind some of the most passionately crafted cigars in the industry. From their heritage to their bold blends, you won’t want to miss this conversation. Catch past episodes here...
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 346th Take - with Steve Saka of Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust
This episode, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes Steve Saka to sit down for our #346thTake. It’s our annual visit with the man, myth, and legend. The Cigar Curmudgeon will no doubt have some self-deprecation to administer. But, fear not, for this Star is no match for the wits of El Oso, as I plan...
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 345thTake - with Klaas Kelner and Tim Wong - Celebrating Eight Years of #ELOsoFumarTakes
Celebrating 8 Years of #ELOsoFumarTakes! This episode is more than just another episode—it's a milestone. We're celebrating 8 incredible years of unforgettable guests, deep-dive conversations, and a shared passion for cigars. As part of our annual tradition, we're once again joined by Tim Wong…
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 344thTake - with Jon Carney & Ben Lee of Bentley Tobacco & Cigar Coop Coalition
It’s an annual tradition, this week #ELOsoFumarTakes celebrates its host’s birthday! Bear is getting older and older each year and despite Steve Saka’s opinion - we love to celebrate birthdays. Now, Steve cannot join us this year for this episode, but that doesn’t mean we’re shying away from...
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 343rd Take - with Tripp Waldrop of Let's Get Pairing
This episode on #ELOsoFumarTakes Tripp Waldrop joins us for the Ultimate Pairing Showdown: The Top 3 Cigar Pairings We’re breaking it down in two ways: 1. Specific pairings — like “That mojito I had in Cancun was the perfect match for this cigar because…” 2. General pairings — like “Scotch…
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 342nd Take - with Law Ream of Zino & Davidoff Cigars
#ELOsoFumarTakes is pleased to welcome Law Ream of Davidoff Cigars and Ambassador of all things Zino to sit down for our #342ndTake! From media member to Brand Ambassador. From PCA Director look-alike to re-igniting a brand named for one of the industry’s icons. It’s another fun journey to…
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Collabview: Prime Time Special Edition 180 - El Oso Fumar Takes 341 - Collaboration Episode
Welcome Back! This week our #341stTake is A collaboration special! William Cooper joins us as we combine #ELOsoFumarTakes and Cigar Coop Prime Time Special Edition. There’s been some comings and goings the last couple of weeks, including the prestigious Cigar Journal Awards. We’ll hold court with...
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 340th Take - with Sean WIlliams of Cohiba Cigar & STG
What’s cooler than being cool? Well, this episode, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes the return of Sean Williams - Global Ambassador for Cohiba & Silencio. Our #340thTake will be cool, chill and amazingly fun. Here’s a riddle for you: If you had a job supported by another job, but it was your job to...
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 339th Take - with Kevin Shahan of Cigar Prop
This episode, #ELOsoFumarTakes is pleased to welcome first time guest Kevin Shahan of Cigar Prop fame and glory. Kevin’s energy and enthusiasm is always at a level 10, but his zany antics are a refreshing balance of charm and sincerity. And while his July 4th attire is something I’d rather not…
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 338th Take - with Matt Tye of How 'Bout That Cigar
#ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes the return of Matt Tye of How Bout That Cigar to sit down for our #338thTake. It’s going to be a rock’em, sock’em good time. We’ll look back on the last few years together as media brands that “came up together”. What’s surprised us? What hasn’t? It all starts here at...
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 337th Take - with John McTavish of Developing Palates
#ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes the return of John McTavish to sit down for our #337thTake. The ‘Cigar Surgeon’ operates at a different standard than most. As a member of the renowned Developing Palates team, every meticulous detail is recorded, analyzed and brought to bear against arguably the highest...
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 336th Take - with Dave Lafferty, Derek Matthews & Jack Torano of Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust, Black Label Trading Company, and Espinosa Cigars
This week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes back 3 of the industry’s Kings of Road Warriors, Dukes of Deals, Earls of ‘Earn It’ and Marquises de Los Hombres (yeah, I took some license in languages there)! Our #336thTake promises to deliver some hot takes and witty words. Enjoy!
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 335th Take - with Scott Haugh & Anthony Cantelmo of Cayman Cigars
This episode, #ELOsoFumarTakes returns for our #335thTake and it will be one to remember! I'm pumped for this long-time-coming episode and the story to be be told. Cayman Cigar Company founder Scott Haugh joins us alongside a returning guest from a long time back - Mr. Anthony Cantelmo will join…
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 334th Take - with William Cooper of Cigar Coop
This week, fresh off a record double header last Sunday, William Coop returns for our #334thTake. Our show will focus on a theme of the best of the best. We’ll discuss our Best/Favorites in a cavalcade of categories. Enjoy!
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 333rd Take - Father's Day Special w/ Tom Lazuka & Jay Davis - with the Cigar Coop Coalition
This week, it’s going to be one hell of a Father’s Day celebration! As you know, Tom Lazuka is back per tradition. This time, we’ve got a whole panel of dads and a cigar big enough for the day….literally. Jay Davis, William Cooper, Ben Lee, Tripp Waldrop & Denis Tsvang bring the Dad power, we’re...
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 332nd Take - Smoking Syndicate Roundtable 22 - with Cigar Coop Coalition
Tonight, we join forces! The Smoking Syndicate & El Oso Fumar come together for Roundtable 22 - Cohiba Riviera Lancero. Ben Lee, William Cooper, Tripp Waldrop, and host, Bear Duplisea
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 331st Take - with Eddy Guerra of La Flor Dominicana
This week, #ELOsoFumarTakes is pleased to welcome back Eddy Guerra for our #331stTake. After years of working for some of the industry's large and corporate giants, the new family man is bringing back his talents to the family-owned icon La Flor Dominicana. One of the Cigar Boom's most successful...
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 330th Take - with Nick Libretti of JR Cigars & Long Ash Podcast
This week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes the return of Nick Libretti, host of the Long Ash Podcast and newly promoted Senior Brand Manager at JR Cigars to sit down for our #330thTake. We'll catch up with Nick on his PCA take, all things Long Ash and JR Cigars. Enjoy!
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 329th Take - with David Garofalo of 2 Guys Cigars, Cigar Authority & United Cigar Group
This week, #ELOsoFumarTakes is proud to welcome the return of Dave Garofalo of 2GuysCigars.com, Cigar Authority podcast, and United Cigar Group. Our 329thTake will be one to attend. Dave is never short on opinions, but I love chatting with him because of his indelible personality. Those opinions...
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 328th Take - with Tyler Jeffery of Viso Horny Cigars
This week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes another first-time guest for our #328thTake. A long time ago, Tyler Jeffery was the first to ever tell me in-person that he watched this show. It was a surreal moment. Fast forward a few years, and that funny, curious, passionate 'kid' took his best qualities...
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 327th Take - with Lou Cross of Lure Cigars
This week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes first time guest - Lou Cross of Lure Cigars to sit down for #Take327! It’s been great to observe Lou’s journey. From long time cigar fan and supporter of this podcast to launching his own brand! In 18 months, Lou has come out swinging and it’s all thanks to a...
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#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 326th Take - with Tripp Waldrop of Let's Get Pairing & Cigar Coop Coalition
This week, #ELOsoFumarTakes returns for our #326thTake! The Premium Cigar Association put on an amazing Trade Show in New Orleans two weeks ago. The Cigar Coop Coalition will litigate most of it this coming Tuesday on Prime Time Special Edition. But tonight, Tripp Waldrop and I weigh in on eating...
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#ELOsoFumarTakes delivers abbreviated interviews, thoughts, and insights with cigar industry personnel and fans. Host Bear Duplisea's vision is to give the audience a peak into industry culture as well as show the human side of its inner members.
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