The Cigar Pulpit

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Studios, Nick is joined by Noah to discuss something we all know but need to be reminded of from time to time... the importance of cigars for relaxation. Cigars are a wonderful self-care routine and can be very helpful for mental health. The guys discuss all the ways they have found cigars have been helpful to them and how you can express that to others when you may be getting pushback on ...

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Studios, Nick fires up a La Capitana toro from Villiger Cigars and discusses cigar pairings for unexpected life events. We always discuss what cigars go well with what liquors or foods, but what pairs well with unexpected car repairs? Tune in and find out!

Learn what Nick has been watching lately in the Villiger Cigars Entertainment Report.

And hear about a man who learned how to work the ...

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Studio, Nick opens up the phone line and takes your questions and comments on another Ask the Pulpit episode.

While smoking a Wise Man maduro from Foundation Cigars, Nick addresses all of the outstanding messages including questions about what his last meal would be if he were on death row, thoughts on Arturo Fuente cigars, what he keeps his humidor set at, and a lot more. 

And during the ...

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Studios, Nick is joined by Mike Brinker as they fire up some cigars from La Flor Dominicana and discuss why you shouldn't overlook that slightly damaged cigar in the humidor. Mike reveals how that little bit of damage to the cap or foot of the cigar can save you money!

Also the guys talk tariffs and how its impacting cigar prices and what they believe we'll see going forward.

Find out what...

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Studios, Nick is joined by the PulpitFest Brain Trust, Kenn Klarich of Ash and Ale Cigars and his dad Jim, to announce that PulpitFest 2025 tickets are now available.

The guys all light up a Leaf by Oscar and tell you about how you can attend the fifth annual PulpitFest in Palm Coast, Florida, August 22-24. If you came last year, you know you want to come back. And if you missed it last ye...

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Studio, Nick is joined by our friend to the north, Luc (mysticks35mm on Instagram). The guys fire up some cigars and discuss why Nick feels it's important to smoke cigars in your vehicle and how it could actually save lives. 

Luc discusses lightning techniques and issues a challenge to the Pulpit listeners. 

Find out what we've been entertained by in the Villiger Cigars Entertainment Repor...

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Studios, Nick is joined by Paul and Shawn to recap the rest of the trip to New Orleans for the PCA 2025 Trade Show. The guys fire up the new Villiger 1888 Gran Reserva and discuss all of the aspects of the show, from their personal highlights, to constructive criticism. They also discuss parts of the trip that didn't happen on the trade show floor including who they met at the fire pit, ex...

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Studios, Nick dives straight into his coverage of this year's Premium Cigar Association Trade Show, held in New Orleans. 

We are splitting up the PCA coverage into two episodes. This episode features interviews with manufacturers and covers more of the business of the trip, as well as Nick's observations of the show and the goings on. Learn about some new products as well as the people bri...

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Studios, Nick is joined by Justin who won the trip to the Aladino Farm at PulpitFest last year. Justin details his trip and all he experienced in Honduras, as well as teasing an upcoming release he got to try in Julio Eiroa's office!

During the Villiger Cigars Entertainment Report, find out what we've been watching and entertained by lately.

And learn about a young man who took a disease a...

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Studios, Nick is joined by Shawn and Paul who will be making up Team Pulpit at PCA 2025. The three guys fire up some cigars and discuss their plans for the show, what cigars they are looking forward to seeing and trying at the show, and some of the food options they're interested in while in New Orleans. If you're looking to get geared up for this year's trade show, this episode has a lot ...

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Studios, Nick discusses the recent tariffs implemented by the United States on imported goods and how that will impact the cigar industry. Bottom line: prices are going up. Learn about tariffs, how they factor into cigar pricing, what countries will be hit hardest, and more.

During the Villiger Entertainment Report, find out what Nick has been watching, including a season finale and a movi...

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Studios, Nick is joined by René Castaneda, president of Villiger Cigars North America, to preview what Villiger will be showing off at the PCA trade show next week. The guys fire up some cigars and talk about the new releases, expectations for the show, and a lot more. 

They also discuss this year's PulpitFest and Villiger's involvement in that event. René makes a big announcement that you...

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Studios, Nick is back and ready for a cigar! After a two week health related break, Nick is back and smoking the Red Anchor in the gunner size and taking your calls in another Ask the Pulpit episode. We cover a variety of topics and answer your questions and comments. 

Find out what Nick has been watching while recovering in the Villiger Cigars Entertainment Report. 

And learn who made a s...

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Studios in New Hampshire, Mr. Jonathan and John Calder take over the show as Nick is still under the weather and recovering.

The guys discuss a revised proposal for the Strength-O-Meter. What are their thoughts? Will it work better than Dave's version? How mad will Dave be when he hears this drastic change?

Also they fire up and smoke a variety of cigars from Ozgener Cigars and explore the...

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Studios, Nick takes on some of the bad advice you hear from folks in the cigar lounge and corrects the record. While smoking the Fuma Noche from Aladino, Nick covers the top five pieces of bad advice you hear commonly from cigar folks and why it is bad advice. 

Find out what Nick has been watching lately, including a show he's binged the majority of the first season of in 48 hours, in the ...

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Studios, Nick is joined by Ed Sullivan of the Cigar Authority to talk about how to prep your car properly so you can enjoy cigars in it. We cover all of the accessories and items you need so that you can keep your car neat and tidy and preserve trade in value while still smoking your favorite cigars. 

During the show, Ed fires up and tries the upcoming Perdomo Legacy Connecticut while Nick...

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Studios, Nick listens to your calls and answers your questions in another Ask the Pulpit episode. This time we discuss haggis, personality testing, and we spill a little tea on an old friend of the show, while smoking the Herrera Esteli Habano toro from Drew Estate.

Find out what shows Nick has been watching in the Villiger Cigars Entertainment Report and learn about a man who is putting h...

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Studios, Nick is joined by Pinky as they smoke the La Gianna 30th Anniversary cigar from United Cigars. They discuss some legislation being considered in a few different states and how they will impact cigars and cigar smokers. 

They also find themselves discussing both fast food and personal strengths. Pinky dives down the rabbit hole and gives an overview of a personal strengths test she...

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Studios, Nick is joined by Trey Mac Shipley of Aladino Cigars to discuss their recent farm visits in Honduras and to try a new secret Connecticut blend! The guys detail all of the adventures from the trip before pivoting and discussing what we can expect from Aladino at the PCA Trade Show in April. 

During the Villiger Cigars Entertainment Report, Nick and Trey discuss their ties to two an...