Episodes

Tuesday Aug 29, 2023
Prime Time Jukebox Episode 107: On This Day – Top Ten Singles, August 28, 1971
Tuesday Aug 29, 2023
Tuesday Aug 29, 2023
On Prime Time Jukebox Episode 107, we go back in time and take look at the top ten singles on the Billboard Hot 100 chart for August 28, 1971 – 52 years earlier from when this show airs. We will look at the good, bad, and ugly of these top ten songs. We also talk Dolly Parton’s cover with the remaining living Beatles, and Soccer Mommy’s cover of Taylor Swift.
For this episode, Dave smokes the Black Label Trading Company Dreadnaught while Coop smokes the Introduce Montecristo 1935 Anniversary Nicaragua Toro
As always you can follow along with our Spotify Playlists:
References
- Billboard Hot 100 – Billboard
- G Flips’ The Worst Person Alive: Some Good Honest Aussie Pop Punk
- Tatuaje Anarchy NFT Auctions Open August 21
- Prime Time Episode 280: Patrick Lagreid, Halfwheel
- Developing Palates Team Cigar Review: Ozgener Aramas A52

Friday Aug 25, 2023
Prime Time Episode 280 Audio: Patrick Lagreid, Halfwheel
Friday Aug 25, 2023
Friday Aug 25, 2023
Tonight we are honored to welcome Patrick Legreid of Halfwheel to the Prime Time Show.
Without a doubt Patrick is one of the best and most recognizable journalists in the cigar industry. The work he has done for over a decade with Halfwheel has changed cigar media. Tonight we will look at Patrick’s journey in cigar media, and get his perspectives on things going on in the industry. Plus, we will sneak in some baseball talk.
Plus, we will have our Cattle Baron Steak Question of the Night, Tabacalera USA Ties That Bind, Alec Bradley Live True, Espinosa Today in Sports History, and the Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Deliberation segments.

Friday Aug 25, 2023
Prime Time Episode 280: Patrick Lagreid, Halfwheel
Friday Aug 25, 2023
Friday Aug 25, 2023
Tonight we are honored to welcome Patrick Legreid of Halfwheel to the Prime Time Show.
Without a doubt Patrick is one of the best and most recognizable journalists in the cigar industry. The work he has done for over a decade with Halfwheel has changed cigar media. Tonight we will look at Patrick’s journey in cigar media, and get his perspectives on things going on in the industry. Plus, we will sneak in some baseball talk.
Plus, we will have our Cattle Baron Steak Question of the Night, Tabacalera USA Ties That Bind, Alec Bradley Live True, Espinosa Today in Sports History, and the Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Deliberation segments.

Thursday Aug 24, 2023
PCA 2023: Tatuaje Cigars (Audio)
Thursday Aug 24, 2023
Thursday Aug 24, 2023
As is now a tradition on Cigar Coop, we close out our 2023 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Coverage at the Tatuaje Cigars booth. This year, it was “33 Minutes with Pete Johnson,” as we discussed a wide range of cigar and industry topics. Johnson is one of the most ardent supporters of the PCA, so it’s no surprise he has brought his A-game to the show regarding releases. And to make things more exciting, Tatuaje is celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2023. We would all present Pete Johnson with two special awards.
Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-qmW

Thursday Aug 24, 2023
PCA 2023: Tatuaje Cigars
Thursday Aug 24, 2023
Thursday Aug 24, 2023
As is now a tradition on Cigar Coop, we close out our 2023 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Coverage at the Tatuaje Cigars booth. This year, it was “33 Minutes with Pete Johnson,” as we discussed a wide range of cigar and industry topics. Johnson is one of the most ardent supporters of the PCA, so it’s no surprise he has brought his A-game to the show regarding releases. And to make things more exciting, Tatuaje is celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2023. We would all present Pete Johnson with two special awards.
Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-qmW

Wednesday Aug 23, 2023
PCA 2023: Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust (Audio)
Wednesday Aug 23, 2023
Wednesday Aug 23, 2023
When we started to compile our "Cigar Big Board" for the 2023 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) of what new products are being showcased and launched, one of the first companies to make their announcements was Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust. At that time, the company announced seven different products it would be introducing to market. What's interesting is there is quite a wide range of products - from the $7.95 mixed filler Polpettas to the new $100.00 ultra-premium Unicorns. It was no surprise that the Dunbarton booth was bustling with activity. Despite being a very busy booth, owner Steve Saka has been quite generous with his time, as he gave us a 36-minute interview at PCA. We also used this interview to present Saka with the 2022 #2 Cigar Coop Cigar of the Year for Sin Compromiso Paladin de Saka and a special award by Bear Duplisea for the "most watched Take" on El Oso Fumar in 2022.
Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-qm0

Wednesday Aug 23, 2023
PCA 2023: Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust
Wednesday Aug 23, 2023
Wednesday Aug 23, 2023
When we started to compile our "Cigar Big Board" for the 2023 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) of what new products are being showcased and launched, one of the first companies to make their announcements was Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust. At that time, the company announced seven different products it would be introducing to market. What's interesting is there is quite a wide range of products - from the $7.95 mixed filler Polpettas to the new $100.00 ultra-premium Unicorns. It was no surprise that the Dunbarton booth was bustling with activity. Despite being a very busy booth, owner Steve Saka has been quite generous with his time, as he gave us a 36-minute interview at PCA. We also used this interview to present Saka with the 2022 #2 Cigar Coop Cigar of the Year for Sin Compromiso Paladin de Saka and a special award by Bear Duplisea for the "most watched Take" on El Oso Fumar in 2022.
Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-qm0

Tuesday Aug 22, 2023
PCA 2023: Foundation Cigar Company (Audio)
Tuesday Aug 22, 2023
Tuesday Aug 22, 2023
Foundation Cigar Company often themes its cigars around different cultures. Over the years, the branding of Foundation has paid homage to the cultures of Nicaragua, Ethiopia, Egypt, Jamaica, and England as well as Melillo's home state of Connecticut. That continued in 2023 as the owner Nicholas Melillo's company's new releases honored Nicaragua, Ethiopia, and Connecticut. A couple of the releases showcased this year were quite personal for Melillo, as there is a release honoring Melillo's grandfathers and one for a special honor that Melillo received from the country of Ethiopia. Foundation has worked with the Aganorsa and AJ Fernandez's factories to handle his production. This year, the focus was on the AJ Fernandez-produced brands.
Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-qlf

Tuesday Aug 22, 2023
PCA 2023: Foundation Cigar Company
Tuesday Aug 22, 2023
Tuesday Aug 22, 2023
Foundation Cigar Company often themes its cigars around different cultures. Over the years, the branding of Foundation has paid homage to the cultures of Nicaragua, Ethiopia, Egypt, Jamaica, and England as well as Melillo's home state of Connecticut. That continued in 2023 as the owner Nicholas Melillo's company's new releases honored Nicaragua, Ethiopia, and Connecticut. A couple of the releases showcased this year were quite personal for Melillo, as there is a release honoring Melillo's grandfathers and one for a special honor that Melillo received from the country of Ethiopia. Foundation has worked with the Aganorsa and AJ Fernandez's factories to handle his production. This year, the focus was on the AJ Fernandez-produced brands.
Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-qlf

Monday Aug 21, 2023
Monday Aug 21, 2023
On Prime Time Jukebox Episode 106, Dave and Coop look at some of musicians who decided to try their hand at acting and those actors who tried their hand at music. We also discuss music and cigar news including the death of Robbie Robertson, and the recent win by the cigar industry in U.S. Court. Dave will talk the Australian concert scene – and yes, Barbie!
In this episode, Dave smokes the Espinosa 601 La Bomba Warhead IX while Coop smokes the West Tampa Tobacco Red
As always you can follow along with our Spotify Playlists:
References
- The Band’s Robbie Robertson Dies at 80
- Bob Dylan Pays Tribute to Former Bandmate Robbie Robertson
- Paul announces Australian dates for the 'Got Back' tour
- Petbarn has released hilarious Dolly Parton pet apparel and toys
- Judge Mehta Orders FDA’s Deeming Rule to be Vacated
- Developing Palates - Team Cigar Review: Davidoff Millennium Lancero Limited Edition 2023
- Ryan Gosling’s I’m Just Ken: Exploring Masculinity in a Bleach Blonde Ballad

