The Cigar Authority

What is the Best Size Cigar? - The After Show

We explore which size is the best for cigars. Are some blends better in a particular size? We explore this topic in today’s After Show.

The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH

2026 Cigar Draft

This week on The Cigar Authority, it’s the 2026 Cigar Draft! 47 cigars are on the board and we have to pick the best pack with a salary cap of $120.00. Dan Davison of The Ash Holes joins us for this annual episode. Tune if for the 2026 Cigar Draft! We will smoke Gorbusto by Aladino in the first hour.

Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about them.

The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH.

What is the Definition of a Premium Cigar? - The After Show

Who created the first definition? Are there other definitions? We discuss this and hopefully come up with the definitive answer.

The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH

What Are Boutique Cigars?

This week on The Cigar Authority we ask, What are Boutique Cigars?- The Final Answer with Jim Ferreira, owner of 3Leaf Cigars! A lot has changed in the cigar world & that includes what it means to be a boutique brand in 2026. We end the debate once & for all while smoking 3Leaf Cigars.

Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about them.

The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH.

What’s It Like to be a Cigar Broker? - The After Show

Tommy Clyne joins us on the after show. We talk to him about what it’s like to be a cigar broker. He represents United Cigars and Toscano.  We talk about what it’s like working this job. Is it all fun and games?

The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH

2026 Premium Cigar Association Recap

This week on The Cigar Authority, it's the 2026 PCA Trade Show Recap! Dave is back from New Orleans where the PCA took place & is ready to break down the good, the bad, & the ugly details of what happened this year at the trade show! We will smoke Rocky Patel Dark Star in the first hour.

Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about them.

The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH.

Cigar Tobacco and What It Tastes Like - The After Show

Mr. Jonathan used the AI to do some analysis of cigar tobacco flavors. It crunched the data from many sites and reviewers to see if there was any consensus.

The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH

Which Cigar Things Do I Actually Need?

This week on The Cigar Authority, we're talking All Cigar Things with Comedian Tony V! Dave is away at PCA & the boys will play! We're talking all things cigar items + accessories & if it's something you need, want, or would be really nice to have while smoking Aladino Classic Robusto!

Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about them.

The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH.

What Happens at a Cigar Trade Show - The After Show

This week on The Cigar Authority, we're getting ready for a Cigar Trade Show with Jarrid Trudeau Executive Vice President of Kristoff Cigars! We talk with Jarrid about what goes into preparing for a trade show as a Manufacturer & the guys will give their perspective as a retailer while smoking Kristoff Maduro!

Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about them.

The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH.

Getting Ready for a Cigar Trade Show

This week on The Cigar Authority, we're getting ready for a Cigar Trade Show with Jarrid Trudeau Executive Vice President of Kristoff Cigars! We talk with Jarrid about what goes into preparing for a trade show as a Manufacturer & the guys will give their perspective as a retailer while smoking Kristoff Maduro!

Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about them.

The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH.