Smoke Night LIVE - Cigar Dojo
Cigar Dojo is the world's most fun cigar community, app, and blog. We also feature the most watched cigar show on the internet: Smoke Night LIVE.
Episodes
August 8, 2025 • 104 mins
It’s the first episode of Smoke Night LIVE from the newly renovated Dojo studio! William “Cigar Coop” Cooper joins Sensei, Juan Cancel, Jordan, and the rest of the crew to discuss new and upcoming cigar releases and tackle the pivotal question: does it move the needle? In other words, how excited should we really be about each new cigar drop?
Mark as Played
July 25, 2025 • 61 mins
Few pairings rival a fine glass of whiskey and a premium cigar. On this week’s episode, we’re joined by Jon Carney and Mike Wilson of Hooten & Young—the company that brings both to the table. From its unique origin story to its growing presence in the cigar and spirits world, Hooten & Young’s journey is one you won’t want to miss. Tune in for the conversation and your chance to win one of TWO impressive prize packages.
Mark as Played
July 18, 2025 • 78 mins
La Flor Dominicana (LFD) has long been recognized as one of the premier cigar factories in the Dominican Republic, earning numerous accolades over the years, including Cigar Aficionado’s Cigar of the Year for the Andalusian Bull in 2016. Now, as a new chapter begins, the next generation is stepping into leadership. Litto Gomez Jr., Tony Gomez, and Eddy Guerra join the show to discuss guiding their father’s company into the future a...
Mark as Played
July 11, 2025 • 63 mins
Getting your cigar brand noticed in the industry is no easy feat, and over the years, we’ve seen some colorful characters rise to the challenge. Jeremy McDonald launched Wildfire Cigars in 2021 and has quickly established himself as one of the more unique personalities in the business. But how weird is too weird? Jeremy joins Smoke Night Live for a lively discussion about the cult of personality behind Wildfire Cigars.
Mark as Played
June 27, 2025 • 77 mins
Every cigar smoker has a mental list of cigars that reshaped their understanding of what makes a cigar truly exceptional. Was it a maduro that revealed the perfect chocolate note? Or perhaps a flawlessly aged Connecticut shade-wrapped cigar that demonstrated the delicate balance of sweetness and bitterness? On this episode, the Dojo crew discusses the five cigars that transformed their appreciation for premium cigars.
Mark as Played
June 20, 2025 • 83 mins
Tell us what you REALLY think! Fred Rewey from Cigar Press Magazine joins Master Sensei, Juan Cancel, and Kid-Producer Jordan to discuss, debate, and settle some of the most intriguing topics in the cigar industry and beyond.
Mark as Played
June 13, 2025 • 93 mins
What is the most exciting cigar brand represented by a celebrity? In this episode, the Dojo crew, joined by co-host Juan Cancel and special guest William ‘Cigar Coop’ Cooper, will crown the King of the Ring—the ultimate celebrity cigar brand. In this bracket challenge, it’s not just about the quality of the cigars but also the celebrity’s influence and the overall positive vibe of the brand.
Mark as Played
June 6, 2025 • 77 mins
In this episode, we sit down with Justin Andrews, Director of New Business Development at Scandinavian Tobacco Group (STG). Justin will be joining us live in-studio from Dojo headquarters and will update us on all STG brands, including Diesel, Partagas, Room101, Alec Bradley, and more.
Mark as Played
May 30, 2025 • 104 mins
The term ’boutique cigar company’ is often used in the cigar industry, but what does it truly mean? Does it describe the company’s size, its focus on artistry, or a blend of multiple factors? Terence Reilly from Aganorsa Leaf and Nick Fusco from El Mago Cigars join the show to explore what defines a boutique cigar company.
Mark as Played
May 23, 2025 • 100 mins
Smoke Night LIVE – Regional Cuisine with Rafael Nodal by Cigar Dojo
Mark as Played
May 16, 2025 • 77 mins
Bill Ives and Juan Cancel reunite on this episode of Smoke Night LIVE. Ten years ago, Bill and Juan were Cigar Dojo members and cigar enthusiasts who decided to start a cigar brand named Cubariqueño, also known as Protocol. They quickly became one of the most popular brands on the market, paying homage to police officers worldwide. Since then, the company has undergone many changes, including Bill leaving to focus on his career in ...
Mark as Played
May 9, 2025 • 89 mins
Get ready for our 3rd epic AMA (Ask Me Anything) on Smoke Night LIVE! The audience takes the wheel, firing tough, fascinating questions at the Dojo crew: Master Sensei, Juan Cancel, Kid-Producer Jordan, Scotty Braband, and Matty Hall. Best of all, submit your question(s) for a chance to win a 10-count bundle of Protocol Jane Doe cigars! Drop your most compelling questions and join the fun!
Mark as Played
May 2, 2025 • 110 mins
Buy, Hold, or Sell? With the annual cigar trade show behind us, it’s time to evaluate how the top brands performed and whether their yearly pitches hit or missed the mark. To guide us through these assessments, we’ve assembled an expert panel for one of our most popular episodes: the Cigar Brand Stock Market. Join Juan Cancel, William ‘Cigar Coop’ Cooper, and John ‘Cigar Surgeon’ McTavish as they advise ‘investors’ on which cigar b...
Mark as Played
April 25, 2025 • 79 mins
Survey Says! Terence Reilly from Aganorsa Leaf joins the show to predict the results of our cigar consumer survey before we dive into the answers. How well does Terence understand the habits of premium cigar smokers? Tune in to find out! Plus, complete the survey for a chance to win a FLEX Sampler featuring 10 incredible Aganorsa Leaf cigars.
Mark as Played
April 18, 2025 • 99 mins
PCA 2025 First Impressions Show by Cigar Dojo
Mark as Played
April 3, 2025 • 74 mins
Nashville’s Crowned Heads have been making waves with a flurry of announcements ahead of this year’s PCA trade show, unveiling new cigars and even a refreshed logo. Miguel Schoedel, the VP of Sales, joins the show to break down all the latest updates and provide an inside look at what’s happening within the Crowned Heads and OZ Family Cigars brands.
Mark as Played
March 27, 2025 • 106 mins
What makes Juan, “Juan?” Have you ever wondered about that? Juan Cancel is one of the most intriguing figures in the cigar industry. Before founding Protocol Cigars (also known as Cubariqueño), his life was shaped by a series of events that molded him into the man he is today. In this episode, we’ll uncover the journey that crafted the one and only Juan Cancel.
Mark as Played
March 20, 2025 • 86 mins
Fred Rewey, formerly of Nomad Cigars and Illusione Cigars, now a partial owner of Cigar Press Magazine, joins the show to talk about… cigars. You like cigars, right? Well, we’re diving into cigars and much, much more on this fun, freewheeling episode of Smoke Night LIVE.
Mark as Played
March 6, 2025 • 78 mins
In this episode, Cigar Dojo welcomes Oliver Nivaud, Director of Sales and Marketing at United Cigars. Join us for an in-depth conversation with Nivaud, who will be in-studio for this special interview. Oliver leads the team behind some of the most interesting cigar brands in the industry, including the Firecracker series, Atabey, Byron, Red Anchor, and the recently launched Gold Star line.
Mark as Played
February 27, 2025 • 62 mins
In this episode, our guest is Sandy Cobas, the owner and operator of El Titan de Bronze, the famed cigar factory in Miami. El Titan de Bronze stands out as a rare gem, being one of the last cigar factories still operating in the United States. Sandy and her team craft some of the finest cigars in the world, producing for renowned brands like Cohiba, Drew Estate, Warped, La Palina, and many others. In 2024, their Redemption cigar ea...
Mark as Played
Popular Podcasts
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.
Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Special Summer Offer: Exclusively on Apple Podcasts, try our Dateline Premium subscription completely free for one month! With Dateline Premium, you get every episode ad-free plus exclusive bonus content.
I’m Jay Shetty host of On Purpose the worlds #1 Mental Health podcast and I’m so grateful you found us. I started this podcast 5 years ago to invite you into conversations and workshops that are designed to help make you happier, healthier and more healed. I believe that when you (yes you) feel seen, heard and understood you’re able to deal with relationship struggles, work challenges and life’s ups and downs with more ease and grace. I interview experts, celebrities, thought leaders and athletes so that we can grow our mindset, build better habits and uncover a side of them we’ve never seen before. New episodes every Monday and Friday. Your support means the world to me and I don’t take it for granted — click the follow button and leave a review to help us spread the love with On Purpose. I can’t wait for you to listen to your first or 500th episode!
The latest news in 4 minutes updated every hour, every day.
Listen to 'The Bobby Bones Show' by downloading the daily full replay.