PODCAST · leisure
Smoking Underground
by John Viviani
50 years of cigar experience comes to life as the hosts help educate and update you on the cigar hobby and industry.
Episodes
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Cigars vs Alabama vs Tenessee 122
AL.com did a story a year ago talking about the dangers of smoking one cigar a year. WE disagreed with the story a year ago and wanted to circle back around this year to provide our thoughts, backed by the FDA and the NASEM report and Monograph #9. After we talk celebrations that should be...
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Cigar Rituals? Habits? OCD 121
Talking about the things we do every time. Precut habits, cutting styles, smoking styles not that they are wrong, heck some of them are good rituals www.smokingunderground.com www.vitolafinecigars.com Where all orders $75 or more ship free!
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Hamsters, Cigars, and lots of Editing 120
For your enjoyment- we tell our favorite cigar-related jokes, almost. We smoke the La Gloria Cubana TAA 2023 www,smokingunderground.com www.vitolafinecigars.com Where orders $75 or more ship free!
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CIgar Taboos 119
What actions are considered risky or downright frowned upon when partaking in the hobby? Sharing cigars? Licking? Cutting too much? www.smokingunderground.com www.vitolafinecigars.com orders over $75 ship free
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Pairing with Junk food 118
Whiskey and Bourbon? Not today! How about Hershey or Kit Kat. What junk for are Gary and Devin having with their cigars? www.smokingunderground.com
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Testing our Sanity Going to 11 with Asylum 117
Live from the Cigars and More/Vitola Fine Cigars studio a live interview with Joe Brantley from Asylum Cigars. We discuss the Anniversary Series cigars from Asylum, we also talk some 90's. The cigar of the day is the Asylum Eleven 11/18. So join us as we visit the Asylum! www.vitolafinecigars.com...
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The Shuriken Cigar Cutter, What is it and how does it perform. 116
Devin and Gary discuss one of John's favorite cigar cuts, the Shuriken. Oh, and they mention some cigar that is coming to market that measures 10x100. Get your Shuriken Cutter here https://amzn.to/3qRhg13 www.smpkingunderground.com...
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FLavor or Buzz? Why did you pick up that cigar? 115
What is the reason you choose the cigar you do? Do you seek the nuances of flavor it brings? Do you seek a buzz from it? We touched briefly on the fires at Funtes warehouse earlier this year. www.smpkingunderground.com #cigars#cigarsandmore#vitolafinecigars#birminghamcigars#cra#cigarrightsofamerica
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Chat GBT is AI even in our Cigars? Asylum 13 Ogre Lancero Ep 114
Yep Chat GPT can even affect your cigar. John shares his experience with chat GPT and decides to see how well it can answer questions about cigars. It's fascinating to see how accurate it can be. Tune in to hear some interesting insights and discussions about the intersection of technology and...
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Glad you asked. Carson from Ashton Cigars, smoking VSG and La Aroma de Cuba Ep 113
We have a pop-up live stream with Carson, our Ashton Cigar rep. We smoke the new La Aroma de Cuba Connecticut. (well one of us smokes an Ashton VSG). Devin gets a surprise pairing, chosen by Carson. We chat about celebrities, new stuff from Ashton, visiting the factory, and so much more....
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Wrapping About Wrappers and Smoking the Gurkha Ghost Ep 112
A quick overview of the importance of cigar wrappers, and wrapping styles. Devin and Gary smoke the Gurkha Ghost. Wrapping About Wrappers and Smoking the Gurkha Ghost Ep 112
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A Guardrail Comes to the Underground, Kristoff Cigars 111
[00:01:43] Smoking a special non-pitted prune cigar. [00:05:17] Classing up the cigar. In this episode, we had a few unexpected twists and turns, but it turned out to be an absolute blast. Here are three key takeaways from this episode that I think you'll find interesting: 1️⃣ Live Show…
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The Science of Cigar Selection: Connecting through Signals and Frequencies EP110
In this episode, we have some hilarious banter, as always, with John, Gary and Devin dive into how they choose a new unknown cigar to smoke.. Trust me, you won't want to miss out on the laughs and stories we share. But that's not all! We also discuss some amazing cigars that have caught our...
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Just the Tip, know the diffence, Simplifying Cigars 109
In this episode of Smoking Underground, Devin, Gary, and John discuss tips on cigars. They start by talking about the importance of being specific when making a wish with a genie, and then move on to discussing the different styles of cigars and the proper way to smoke them. Gary, who is an…
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Shapes and Sizes of Cigars, is one better than Another? 108
Smoking Underground is a laid-back podcast for cigar enthusiasts, where the hosts talk about their love for a good smoke. Devin, Gary, and John discuss their experiences trying the Romeo y Julieta 1875 Nicaragua cigar, sharing their thoughts on its toasty flavor and aroma. Devin also surprises…
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Palate Evolution, How your taste in Cigars changes all the time. Drew Estate M81 107
Smoking Underground returns with a discussion of the Drew Estates Blackened M81 Maduro and its collaboration with James Hetfield of Metallica. Devin and Gary explore palate evolution and how it affects smokers' tastes and preferences. They also pair the cigar with Redwood Empire Lost Monarch…
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Cohiba Blue Cigar Cuba and General Trademark Fight 106
For many years, General Cigar has been producing cigars under the name “Cohiba”. However, in 1997, the Cuban cigar conglomerate filed a lawsuit against General Cigar, claiming that they had a history of the Cohiba name and its trademark dating back to 1929. Since then, the case has been bouncing...
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Mexico Why We Don't Visit Any Longer, Worl Tabacco Laws, Questioning Legalization, Senelio Edition Limitada Nicaragua 2022 104
The Senelio Edition Limitada Nicaragua 2022 is our backdrop as we discuss Mexico's new tobacco legislation and how it impacts you. We discuss flavored cigar legislation in the US. We question the health risks of Marijuana and question why it gets a pass. Gary and Devin keep John's boring legal…
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Brother Keeping You Down 103
The Ferio Tego Timeless is smoked. We talk about the oldness of this "NEW, Timeless" cigar. The discussion leads into is the public perception of smoking hinders your enjoyment of grabbing a Stoogie. Even if the establishment allows for it? www.smokingunderground.com www.birminghamcigars.com...
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Ways to Light 102
Gary and Devin talk lighters and matches. The discussion leads to lounge etiquette and how lucky we are to have lounges. We suggest a lighter or two, plus some chat about Gary's smoking pod. www.smokingunderground.com Alec Bradley Burner www.smokingunderground.com/burner Vertigo Cyclone (possibly...
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Ducks Unlimited 2023 Event 101
Smoking Underground discusses Ducks Unlimited's 2023 Scotch and Cigar Event at Good People Brewing with organizer David Patton. We smoke the 20 Acre Farm Robusto by Drew Estates. Gary and Devin review the cigar and show how to remove the cedar rap and light the cigar. Devin also discussed pairing…
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EP Carillio, CRA, Taxes, the points system, and Cuban cigars 100
This podcast is about the E.P. Carilio cigar from CRA pack, discussing the brand's background and why you should be a CRA member. Gary and Devin, the producer, talk about cigars, the new podcast format, Cuban cigars, and the Cigar Point System..
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John can't Remember 80
Honestly, John cannot remember what is in store for tonight. Maybe a guest we all know and love. Maybe a discussion on what excites us as we enter the holiday season. Either way, we smoke something good! www.smokingunderground.com
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Dive into the Underground 79
LCA cigar time! We sample the November release from LCA (well, one of the two). very interesting blends this month, and some of us are excited to see how this measures up to some of the great releases of the past few months THEY HAVE BEEN ON A ROLL. Have you watched the "What should they be…
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Movie Time! Cape Fear 77
Devin picked our first movie. Cape Fear. We will discuss the stick of choice for Rebert in the film. Was it correct? We will see what an equivalent might be that is easier to locate. Of course, we will talk about the number of people who put their health at risk after the Alabama-Tennessee game...
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Monograph No. 9 078
Cigars, Health Effects, and Trends We begin to explore this "buried" FDA report. www.smokingunderground.com
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Cigar of the Year- Our Way 75
We will sit down and discuss our rules for Smoking Undergrounds Cigar of the Year. We start taking nominations NOW! Find out our rules and send in your suggestion! Send your comments and suggestions to [email protected] To view all our episodes www.smokingunderground.com
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talking Erioa 74
A brief summary of this episode
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It was to be a Black Diamond Day 73
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Aganorsa V Aganorsa 072
Aganorsa Leaf rebranded their cigar, but it is otherwise unchanged. Is it really?
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Blockchain 071
It happened last year with the Atabey Black. Someone stepped up the game last month. It worked so well is it gonna stop?
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Ron not Ron 070
LCA Clowning Time
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New Things and Old Things 69
A brief summary of this episode
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Vitola in the House 068
Yeah, we talk Vitola and maybe Vitolas.
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An Enligthing Epiosde 067
Well we never talk about what we advertise, so let's see where it goes!
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The August 2022 LCA Release 065
We enjoy the August LCA release and possibly talk life hacks.
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Life Hacks 064
Last week was either/or. This week is the other or the or. We discuss life hacks, some may even relate to cigars.
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PCA or Life Hacks 063
We are hoping to talk PCA, but maybe we won't.
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Cigars on Vacation
Do you take cigars on vacation? Here's how to do it. (And not do it)
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Do you exsist?
Does your thinking really matter?
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Purple People Eater
This might be the best LCA cigar since the Death Bucket
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Devin said...
Devin said this topic idea was secret
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Brown Wrapper Adventures
What adventures have your cigar led you into? What adventures have your cigar followed you into?
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One on One Over a cigar
Talking about talking
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Reheating Food and Cigars
What is better than leftovers?
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Food and Cigars
Pairing food with your cigar.
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Speed Round
We take 3 minutes to answer questions.
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Ducks Unlimited
Cigars and More is always proud to sponsor Ducks's Unlimited. We sit down with the "head duck" himself, David, and talk about what Ducks Unlimited is and how you can help.
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Ditch the Bite, Go With What's Right
Some cigars have a "bite." If you don't like don't do it.
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Out of This World
These cigars must have been created by Aliens
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50 years of cigar experience comes to life as the hosts help educate and update you on the cigar hobby and industry.
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Smoking Underground is created and hosted by John Viviani.
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