Getting Mo Maali from Patina Cigars on the show was huge for us. Twenty-something episodes in, and we’re sitting down with one of the guys we actually wanted to talk to from day one. No bullshit, no corporate speak, just real conversation about what it takes to survive in the cigar industry when you’re not […]
What Makes Great Cigar Lounge Hospitality? Smoke and Steel Episode 024
Welcome Back to the Garage We’re back for another episode of Smoke and Steel, and this time we’re diving deep into something every cigar enthusiast cares about: what makes a cigar lounge truly great. Spoiler alert, it’s not just about having a killer humidor. Tonight’s lineup? Eric’s smoking a Plasencia Alma Fuerte Salomon. Jim’s got […]
Smokies Cigar Lounge Lancaster Ave: A Hidden Gem in Reading, PA | Eddie on the Streets
When Eddie travels for work, he’s always on the lookout for solid cigar shops worth sharing with the Smoke and Steel community. On January 9th, Eddie, Eric, and Walt decided to do a local edition of Eddie on the Streets and stopped at Smokies Cigar Lounge on Lancaster Avenue in Reading, PA. What they found […]
What to Look for in a Cigar Lounge: A Real Discussion About Lounges, Pairings, and Everything In Between
We’re back with another episode of Smoke and Steel, and this time we let our listeners drive the conversation. Instead of our usual format, we opened things up for questions from our Facebook community and the responses didn’t disappoint. From drink pairings to getting cigar smell out of your clothes, we covered it all in […]
Cigar Page Bethlehem: Breaking Down the World’s Largest Cigar Store Announcement – Smoke and Steel Episode 022
The cigar world is buzzing, and for good reason. In episode 22 of the Smoke and Steel podcast, the crew dives deep into one of the biggest announcements to hit the industry this year. Cigar Page is building what will be the world’s largest cigar store right here in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Walt, Eric, Jim, and […]
The Best Travel Humidor Options for Cigar Enthusiasts: Episode 021 Breakdown
Welcome back to another episode of Smoke and Steel! This week’s episode was a bit different. We decided on a Thursday night to hit record and just hang out. No planned topics, no structured segments. Just four guys smoking cigars and talking about what matters most to us: the gear, the shops, the deals, and […]
Cigar Industry Tariffs: What 100% Nicaragua Taxes Mean for Your Humidor
Episode 20 of Smoke and Steel hit different this week. We gathered in the garage like always, but the conversation bounced from potential industry chaos with Nicaragua tariffs to weird wrapper curling issues to why kids won’t walk up to your door anymore on Halloween. Just another Tuesday night in Gilbertsville. The Nicaragua Tariff Situation […]
Christmas Gifts for Cigar Smokers: The Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide
Finding the perfect Christmas gifts for cigar smokers can feel impossible. We get it. Your husband has fifty ashtrays already. Your brother owns every cutter known to man. And asking what they want? They’ll just shrug and say “cigars are fine.” That’s exactly why we dedicated our entire Christmas episode to solving this problem. We […]
Smoke and Steel 019: Winter Cigar Smoking Solutions and Lounge Life
Welcome back to another episode of Smoke and Steel! We gathered around the table for what turned into a wide-ranging conversation covering everything from winter cigar smoking setups to the eternal debate about TVs in cigar lounges. If you’ve ever wondered how to keep smoking through those brutal winter months or what makes a great […]
Smoke and Steel E018: Cigar Lounge Etiquette, Brand Updates, and What Makes a Great Smoke Shop
Welcome back to another packed episode of the Smoke and Steel podcast, brought to you by StogieReview.com! We’re coming at you live from tropical Gilbertsville, Pennsylvania, and this week we’ve got a full garage including our special guest Chase from Amateur Cigar Reviews on Instagram. What We’re Smoking Tonight Before we dive into the good […]