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Cigar Memories of 2025 with Mike Brinker Dec 16, 2025

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Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Studios, Nick is joined by Mike Brinker as they reflect back on just a few of the notable cigar memories they had over 2025. They think back over the moments where a cigar just hit perfectly, perhaps at an event or with a meal, where everything came together to create the best cigar experience.

From there, learn what they've been watching lately in the Villiger Cigars Entertainment Report.

And then learn about a baseball league I bet you didn't know about in the Fly High with Blackbird Cigars segment.

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Follow Blackbird Cigars at @blackbirdcigar on Instagram or check out their website, BlackbirdCigar.com for a store near you that carries their cigars

Nicaraguan cigars dodge a bullet.. for now Dec 12, 2025

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Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Studios, Nick lights up a Villiger 1888 Nicaragua Churchill and discusses the latest as it pertains to Nicaraguan cigars and potential tariffs. While it appears the cigar industry may have dodged a bullet for now, Nick discusses why the manufacturers need to take notice of this and take action to prevent issues in the future.

Then in the Villiger Cigars Entertainment Report, Nick discusses what he's been watching lately and his issues with streaming services.

Learn about the history of cigar bands in the Fly High with Blackbird Cigars segment.

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Follow JRE Tobacco/Aladino at @AladinoCigars on Instagram or check out their website, JRETobacco.com for a store near you that carries their cigars

Follow Blackbird Cigars at @blackbirdcigar on Instagram or check out their website, BlackbirdCigar.com for a store near you that carries their cigars

Would you swipe right for this cigar? Dec 09, 2025

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Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Studio, Nick fires up an Avalanche from Fuerte Y Libre cigars and discusses the idea of cigars having dating profiles. What would entice you to swipe right on a specific cigar if you saw one on a site like Tinder? What are you looking for in a cigar? Nick goes over a bit of it and gives some examples of well known cigars and their potential profiles.

And Nick asks you to call in to the show at (863)874-0000 and share your dating profile ideas for your favorite cigars!

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

And it's a different kind of Fly High with Blackbird Cigars segment. Let Nick know your thoughts!

All this and Three Cigars We've Smoked and Enjoyed This Week.

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Follow JRE Tobacco/Aladino at @AladinoCigars on Instagram or check out their website, JRETobacco.com for a store near you that carries their cigars

Follow Blackbird Cigars at @blackbirdcigar on Instagram or check out their website, BlackbirdCigar.com for a store near you that carries their cigars

Taking today off - Be back Tuesday! Dec 05, 2025

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Listeners - Nick is taking today off from the normal schedule. Its been a very busy past two weeks, and while its been mostly all fun stuff, its been exhausting. So rather than half ass a show, Nick is taking today off and will be back on Tuesday, December 9.

If you're not caught up on the show, it gives you a good opportunity to get up to date.

Thanks for understanding and we'll see you Tuesday!

Nicaraguan Cigars and Battling Seasonal Depression Dec 01, 2025

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Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Studios, Nick smokes a Montecristo Nicaragua Series and discusses some rumblings he's heard pertaining to Nicaraguan cigars coming in the very near future. If you're a fan of Nicaraguan cigars, you're going to want to pay attention to this episode and heed the warnings...

Also, Nick addresses the topic of Seasonal Depression and ways to combat it. With winter having hit many places earlier than normal, it can cause some strain on your mental health. There are ways to avoid getting too far into the blues and to keep your sanity during the cold, winter days.

Find out what fun activity Nick did recently in the Villiger Cigars Entertainment Report.

And hear another uplifting story in the Fly High with Blackbird Cigars segment.

Finally, learn what cigars Nick has smoked and enjoyed this week!

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Follow JRE Tobacco/Aladino at @AladinoCigars on Instagram or check out their website, JRETobacco.com for a store near you that carries their cigars

Follow Blackbird Cigars at @blackbirdcigar on Instagram or check out their website, BlackbirdCigar.com for a store near you that carries their cigars

Post Thanksgiving Ask the Pulpit Nov 28, 2025

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Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Studios, Nick fires up a Camp Aladino Corona gorbusto and answers your questions in another edition of Ask the Pulpit. Nick takes calls about audiobooks, smoking in colder weather, cuts in Trey Mac's throat, and a suggestion for a way to enhance the show.

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

And learn about a turkey gone wild in the Fly High with Blackbird Cigars segment.

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Follow JRE Tobacco/Aladino at @AladinoCigars on Instagram or check out their website, JRETobacco.com for a store near you that carries their cigars

Follow Blackbird Cigars at @blackbirdcigar on Instagram or check out their website, BlackbirdCigar.com for a store near you that carries their cigars

Thanksgiving Cigar Pairings and Etiquette Nov 25, 2025

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Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Studios, Nick is joined by Mike Brinker as they talk about Thanksgiving!

The guys discuss etiquette for smoking a cigar at a family member or friend's house. Learn all you need to know about how to enjoy a cigar on Thanksgiving, no matter where you are.

From there they discuss Thanksgiving food and cigar pairings. Do you agree with the cigars they say pair with all of your favorite foods?

Find out what they've been watching lately in the Villiger Cigars Entertainment Report.

And hear an inspiring story in the Fly High with Blackbird Cigars segment.

All this and the return of Three Cigars We've Smoked and Enjoyed This Week!

AND a Thanksgiving sermon from Pastor Barnaby Rothchild! This episode has it all!

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Follow JRE Tobacco/Aladino at @AladinoCigars on Instagram or check out their website, JRETobacco.com for a store near you that carries their cigars

Follow Blackbird Cigars at @blackbirdcigar on Instagram or check out their website, BlackbirdCigar.com for a store near you that carries their cigars

A truly Superb box pressed cigar Nov 21, 2025

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Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Studios, Nick is joined by Blackbird Cigars Owner Jonas Santana to discuss the new box pressed version of the Superb. The guys fire up the cigar and discuss some of the differences between it and its round counterpart. They also get into some of the various happenings in the cigar industry and Jonas's thoughts on them, such as the California UTL and how potential high tariffs on Nicaragua will impact Blackbird which is a Dominican based company. Its an interesting conversation about both Blackbird and the greater industry.

Then in the Villiger Entertainment Report, find out what interesting feature Nick recently saw in the theater.

And learn about a man who created a commonly used lifesaving tool in the Fly High with Blackbird Cigars segment.

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Follow JRE Tobacco/Aladino at @AladinoCigars on Instagram or check out their website, JRETobacco.com for a store near you that carries their cigars

Follow Blackbird Cigars at @blackbirdcigar on Instagram or check out their website, BlackbirdCigar.com for a store near you that carries their cigars

Gift ideas for Cigar Lovers 2025 Nov 18, 2025

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Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Studios, Nick is joined by Mike Brinker to have the Pulpit's annual discussion about gift ideas for cigar smokers for the holidays. The guys fire up a selection of cigars from Aganorsa Leaf and get into all sorts of ideas for presents and give advice as to how to ask for what they want from their non-smoking loved ones to ensure they get the right thing.

Find out what they've been watching lately in the Villiger Cigars Entertainment Report.

And learn the origin of a popular woodworking tool in the Fly High with Blackbird Cigars segment.

Get your calls in for Ask the Pulpit at (863)874-0000.

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Follow JRE Tobacco/Aladino at @AladinoCigars on Instagram or check out their website, JRETobacco.com for a store near you that carries their cigars

Follow Blackbird Cigars at @blackbirdcigar on Instagram or check out their website, BlackbirdCigar.com for a store near you that carries their cigars

How weather impacts your cigar smoking Nov 14, 2025

Show notes

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Studios, Nick lights up a West Tampa Red and discusses how changes in weather can impact your cigar smoking experience. We go over temperature and humidity and how the change from summer to autumn to winter can dramatically change the smoking experience. We also discuss a few factors that play into the experience all year long.

Nick also makes an announcement at the end of the show about a new project he's been working on that retailers will hopefully take part in. So if you're a shop owner or employee, let Nick know your thoughts!

In the Villiger Entertainment Report, Nick details how he's starting to engage with audiobooks as a different form of entertainment.

And learn about the creation of a popular drink and how it revolutionized health in the Fly High with Blackbird Cigars segment.

Get your calls in for Ask the Pulpit at (863)874-0000.

SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS...

Follow JRE Tobacco/Aladino at @AladinoCigars on Instagram or check out their website, JRETobacco.com for a store near you that carries their cigars

Follow Blackbird Cigars at @blackbirdcigar on Instagram or check out their website, BlackbirdCigar.com for a store near you that carries their cigars

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