Sticks and Stories
Cigar makers finally hear from their customers in a unique way. This is also a safe space for cigar aficionados to listen in on their fellow cigar lounge goers as they discuss their favorite sticks and business stories (from Scottsdale/Phoenix, Arizona). Finally, first time enthusiasts just might be able to discover their flavor palate from cigar connoisseurs, learning about their first time and current favorites.
Episode 1. Tina and Gary at Churchills
First time recording, choppy but it's a start. Thanks for supporting! We discuss our favorites, why we decided to record and random conversation.
**correction, Andalusion Bull by LFD wrapper is correct, Ecuadorian but filler/binder is Dominican (hence LFD)....
The woman who started the UpDown in Chicago was Diana Silvius Gits, who started this location in 1963/1965 (first woman owned cigar shop). The history is that she took members on excursions to cigar factories/estates and allowed her members (and their spouses) to be fully immersed into an authentic cigar experience.
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Jack, the Cigar Aviator Part II
Jack continues his conversation on flight instruction, his cross-country flight this week while Gary presses him on career path. Gary discusses his preference of aircraft and how he came to the conclusion that after Vietnam he would go into airplane sales.
Tina talks charity within the cigar community for beginners and a bumpy ride back from Jamaica.
Sit back, grab your favorite cocktail or coffee while you enjoy this episode of Sticks and Stories.
This episode was recorded at Fumar in Phoenix, AZ:
2010 W Parkside Ln, Phoenix, AZ 85027
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Jack, the Cigar Aviator
Today we host Jack Kenley who contracts as a flight instructor. Retired baseball player and current aviator looking to expand his knowledge and experience in cigar and aviation. Gary and Jack talk shop while Tina talks about cigar lounges in the Valley and the charity of the cigar community towards cigar newbies.
Location of Podcast: Fumar, 2010 W Parkside Ln, Phoenix, AZ 85027
Grab a cigar and scotch/coffee while you listen to Part 1, in this episode of Sticks and Stories.
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Smoking w/John of JP's Junk Removal
John, a retired veteran and special forces serviceman, talks about his first smoke and favorite cigars. He also explains how he went from a $4500 investment to a 7-figure junk removal business and the importance of doing research. In addition, he explains how and when business owners and entrepreneurs should enlist the help of mentors. Gary shares the similarities of airplane sales business and junk removal business.
In Part II, John explains his organizational goals.
Gary and John share war stories.
Check out JP at https://jpsjunkremoval.com/
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Cigars, Airplane Business and a Rolex w/co-host GAry
Within this episode, we learn more about the airplane sales business from co-host Gary and the importance of situational awareness.
Location of Event: https://www.hotelangleterre.ch/en/home (Gary's most memorable cigar lounge, the Leopard Lounge , and hotel experience while employed as an airplane salesman).
Fact Check: Men in Morocco do in fact have to serve at least 12 months in the military as part of the citizenship (between ages 19-25).
In case you are curious, folks can check out the map: https://communitycrimemap.com/
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Ash & Ambition w/Tony: Part II
Continuing the conversation on business ventures, Tony illustrates how he has been mentored throughout his early adulthood ("Rich Dad" scenario) which helped to develop his business acumen.
We then discuss AI and self-driving cars...has it become sentient and how will we adapt and/or harness its power.
Grab a smoke and your favorite libation or coffee while you listen to this Sticks and Stories episode.
This episode was recorded at Churchill's Fine Cigars in Scottsdale, AZ: 18529 N Scottsdale Rd Suite 127, Scottsdale, AZ
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Episode 2. Cigar Lounges in the Valley, War Stories, and Cigar Favorites
Why this Podcast? Tune in to find out....
Tina talks finding cigar lounges in the Valley (Phoenix-Scottsdale). Gary is surprisingly safe after a business trip turns into a coup and Travis represents for the Next-Gen Aficionados.
Special Mentions:
South America - The official language of Uruguay is Uruguayan Spanish... Belgrade turmoil- In the 1999's, there were airstrikes due to ethnic wars (google it yourself) Andalusian Bull Lfd: Named after the Andalusia region (Ronda) in Spain known for bullfighting. Even so, there are two main places to find this cattle; where one is raised for bul...Ash & Ambition w/ Tony: Part I
In Part 1, special guest Tony talks venturing from hooka to cigars and his favorite picks. Tina discusses balancing drinks with cigars and Gary keeps us honest about planes and the sanity of a good smoke.
In Part 2, Tony shares how he's been a serial entrepreneur since 22 and how its shaped his outlook on business within an evolving economic landscape. He shares some insight about the cannibus business and working with mentors and family who continue to shape his mastery of business growth and investment.
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Cigar Savant, Ryan of Churchills
Ryan talks his first time smoking a cigar, what new cigar enthusiasts should expect and wrapper, filler, binder.
Grab a smoke and your favorite libation or coffee while you listen to this Sticks and Stories episode.
This episode was recorded at Churchill's Fine Cigars in Scottsdale, AZ:
18529 N Scottsdale Rd Suite 127, Scottsdale, AZ
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