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#ELOsoFumarTakes

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Drew Estate
Espinosa Cigars
United Cigars
Cigar Coop
Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust
Top Gun
Limited Edition Cigars
Apostate Cigars
Crux Cigars
Premium Cigar Industry
California Regulation On Cigars
George Rico
Artesano Del Tobacco
Pete Johnson
Grand Habano Cigars
Asylum Cigars
United Cigar Group
Law Ream
Cayman Cigars
Zino Nicaragua

#ELOsoFumarTakes delivers abbreviated interviews, thoughts, and insights with cigar industry personnel and fans. Host Bear Duplisea's vision is to give the audience a peak into industry culture as well as show the human side of its inner members.

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Latest Episodes

#ELOsoFumarTakes #375thTake

This episode, we’re welcoming a brand-new face to the show—and a cigar company that brings a pretty unique philosophy to the industry.

Vance launched Stoic Cigars in late 2024, building a brand around the intersection of... more

- #ELOsoFumarTakes #374thTake -

Some guests you bring back because there’s more to talk about. Some guests you bring back because the story keeps getting better. Tonight, we’re doing both. Returning to the show is **Reinier Lorenzo of HVC Cigars** —... more

#ElOsoFumarTakes #373rdTake — MIGUEL SCHOEDEL IS BACK!

WE’RE DOING THIS AGAIN.

Apparently, this one time leader of most appearances is tired of seeing Tripp at the top of the leaderboard and is mounting a comeback.

So we’re bringing back Miguel Sc... more

#ELOsoFumarTakes #Take372

We’ve smoked a LOT of cigars.

We’ve had a LOT of conversations.

And over the years… we’ve also had some absolute disasters.

For #Take372, we’re bringing back a very special guest and digging into the archives with Willia... more

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Recent Guests

Vance Taylor
Founder of Stoic Cigars
Stoic Cigars
Episode: #ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 375th Take - with Vance Taylor of Stoic Cigars
Reinier Lorenzo
CEO/Blender at HVC Cigars
HVC Cigars
Episode: #ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 374th Take - with Reinier Lorenzo of HVC Cigars
Miguel Schoedel
Mr. Miguel Schoedel, Crowned Heads
Crowned Heads / Oz Family Cigars
Episode: #ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 373rd Take - with Miguel Schoedel of Crowned Heads
William Cooper
Founder of CigarCoop, journalist and podcaster
CigarCoop
Episode: #ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 372nd Take - with William Cooper of Cigar Coop
Terence Reilly
Head of Aganorsa Leaf
Aganorsa Leaf
Episode: #ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 371st Take - with Terence Reilly of Aganorsa Leaf
Héctor Alfonso
Executive/owner at Espinosa Cigars
Espinosa Cigars
Episode: #ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 370th Take - with HÉCTOR ALFONSO SR. of ESPINSA CIGARS
John McTavish
Cigar Surgeon, Developing Palates
Developing Palates
Episode: ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 369th Take - with John McTavish of Developing Palates
Oliver Nivaud
Executive at United Cigar Group
United Cigar Group
Episode: #ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 368th Take - with Oliver Nivaud of United Cigar Group
Tom Lazuka
Guest, Founder of Asylum Cigars
Asylum Cigars
Episode: #ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 367th Take - with Tom Lazuka of Asylum CIgars

Host

Bear Duplisea
Host of the show, introducing guests and steering conversation

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 19 ratings
  • Herf Home

    Bear host of #ElOsoFumar brings a wealth of knowledge on many areas of life to the world of the cigar industries top insiders. Welcoming a diverse range of guests and listeners. His unique style entertains and informs like no one else. Blending his experience with insights that keep me coming back for more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PeterRhys
    United States2 years ago
  • The humanity of the cigar industry

    Bear is a master at delving into the humanity of the cigar industry. He prodigiously prepares for his interviews each week. Then his questions invoke thoughts and details you would not normally expect in an interview. Bear digs deep to get the viewer to understand the person, their background and passions for life. He does a remarkable job of examining people and what’s important to them. In many ways the cigar information is only the first layer of understanding that is revealed in the time pro... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mom Next Door
    United States2 years ago
  • My Friend

    One of the best host out there runs a clean respectable show with excellent questions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mkepmr
    United States2 years ago
  • One of the best in the game

    Bear is simply one of the most knowledgeable and insightful interviewers in the Cigar Space. Every show you will gain some new knowledge.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Talltree2011
    United States2 years ago
  • Frustrating

    First, a three hour podcast is too long! Particularly when the production is so bad. The volume levels are infuriating. The levels of the guests are great, but you can barely hear what the host says. And there are periods where there is nothing at all forcing the listener to turn it off a restart it

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    WacoRickD
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Bear's deep industry knowledge and interviewing style keep me hooked.
The show blends cigar culture with personal storytelling in a relatable way.
Guests bring fresh perspectives; production and sound could improve at times.
Consistently strong guest selections and thoughtful questions.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 375th Take - with Vance Taylor of Stoic Cigars
Q: George Washington had read a work by Seneca and was influenced by Stoic ideas. True or false?
True; the guest and host discuss Washington's exposure to Stoic ideas, with Robertson and others noting connections to Stoic-influenced morals.
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 375th Take - with Vance Taylor of Stoic Cigars
Q: Which two Stoic philosophers did Teddy Roosevelt reportedly take with him on his dangerous River of Doubt expedition?
The guest selected Epictetus and Marcus Aurelius as the two Stoic philosophers best suited for such an expedition, highlighting their practical, enduring influence.
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 374th Take - with Reinier Lorenzo of HVC Cigars
Q: What personal memory best connects Reinier to the brand?
La Rosa 520 is described as the most personal, reflecting his Havana origins and how that heritage informs the cigar's identity.
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 374th Take - with Reinier Lorenzo of HVC Cigars
Q: What does Pan Caliente's 10th anniversary represent to you?
It represents honoring a brand's history and providing something special to consumers rather than chasing the newest trend.
#ELOSOFUMARTAKES - 374th Take - with Reinier Lorenzo of HVC Cigars
Q: How do you handle limited tobaccos and still release new products?
We plan releases around the availability of scarce tobaccos, use careful blending, and sometimes limit production to ensure quality and brand integrity.

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Abbreviated interviews and candid industry insights from the cigar world, centered on culture, brand stories, and human angles behind premium cigars. Episodes feature founders, ambassadors, retailers, and media voices, with a knack for practical takeaways on branding, launch strategies, and trade show dynamics. A few standout elements include deep dives into brand heritage, cross-industry collaborations, and lively, persona-driven conversations that pair industry knowledge with personal anecdotes. The format favors concise, high-signal discussions, making it approachable for listeners who want actionable context on products, launches, and market trends while getting a feel for the people shaping the scene.

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Recent guests on #ELOsoFumarTakes include:

1. Vance Taylor
2. Reinier Lorenzo
3. Miguel Schoedel
4. William Cooper
5. Terence Reilly
6. Héctor Alfonso
7. John McTavish
8. Oliver Nivaud

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