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Bob and Dale are joined by guest host Craig Schneider. Dale and Craig talk about the CigarTourism.com trip to the Dominican Republic from which they recently returned. Cigar of the Week - Pinar del Rio 1878 Cubana Especial Capa Oscura Wrapper: Arapiraca Brazil Binder: Criollo ‘98, D.R. Filler: Nica & D.R. Criollo Avail in 8 sizes, boxes of 20 cigars Mfg. in the D.R. at Tobacos Don Leoncio S.A. Dark Side - Cohiba Magicos 4.5” x 52 Petite Robusto. One of 3 sizes in the first Maduro line from Habanos S.A. Other two are Genios, 5.5” x 52 and Secretos, 4.3” x 40. Maduro wrapper aged 5 years, filler & binder aged 3 years, released 2007 and avail in boxes of 10 or 25.

Dale talks about his cigartourism.com trip to the Dominican Republic that he took with his wife, Terry. A herf line submission from Carl Holtman about his experiences on the D.R. trip. Listener mail from Jay LeDou about last week's unbanded. The unbanded cigar this week, a CAO - LX2 Belicoso, was suggested by Jay LeDou. Cigar of the Week - La Aurora Broadway. Currently the Broadway is available in one size, a Sumo Toro (5.75 x 54) and features a double wrapper of Ecuadorian-grown, Sumatra-seed and Nicaraguan leaves, a Dominican Corojo binder and filler tobaccos grown in the Dominican Republic, Nicaragua and Peru. The La Aurora Broadway Series is only available from tobacconists in New York for $12.75 (price includes NY 75% tax). Made especially for New York keeping in mind the confiscatory taxes levied in that market. What's My Band? - #948, CAO - LX2 Belicoso, suggested by Jay LeDou Palio Cutter Contest: Craig Burcky from Florida won the black Palio Cutter in January. Enter the February contest

Dale prepares for his upcoming cigartourism.com trip to the Dominican Republic. Bob interviews Carlo Corazza of Brun del Re. Craig Burcky is the winner of a black Palio cutter in this month's Palio contest. The unbanded cigar this week, a Rocky Patel Decade Robusto, was suggested by Jay LeDou. Cigar of the Week - Brun del Re Colonial The Colonial is the strongest of the Brun del Re line and incorporates Nicaraguan tobaccos in a Costa Rican Maduro wrapper. Available in 5 packs in 5 sizes: Churchill: 7x48 Torpedo: 6x54 Corona: 6x44 Robusto: 5x50 Perfecto: 5.5x54 What else have you been smokin' Dale? Dale had the flu this week, so no cigar smoking for him. What else have you been smokin' Bob? Cain F Lancero - The lancero will not be in regular production and therefore will not be for sale to the general public. It will only be available in The Limited Edition Studio Tobac Cigar Sampler. Expect to see The Cain F Lancero packaged in an aluminum tube, making it one of the only lanceros ever availabl

Bob shares some experiences from his and Liz's trip to Nicaragua last week hosted by CigarTourism.com. Fellow travelers Vincenzo, Joe Jr., Joe Sr., Adam, and Chris also share their feedback. This week three listeners called in on the Herf lines: Norbert reviews the La Riqueza #5; Roy from Montana shares his thoughts on DogWatch’s 300 Episodes; Angry Bill checks in. Carl Holtman is the winner of a La Tradicion Cubana Toleton. Cigar of the Week - My Father Cigars Limited Edition 2010 provided by listener Bill Cartwright. Each cigar comes in its own coffin box that is numbered and accompanied by a DVD with a certificate of authenticity. Limited to only 2000 boxes, priced at $300/box of 12. Cigar: My Father Limited Edition 2010 Size: 6.5 x 52 Wrapper: Hybrid Ecuadorian Habano Rosado Criollo Binder: Nicaragua Filler: Nicaragua Dark Side - MONTECRISTO ESPECIAL NO.2 What else have you been smokin' Dale? Cubao Maduro Toro - a very rich & spicy treat! What else have you been smokin' Bob? Cain Dayton

Bob and Dale are joined by Craig Schneider. Craig, a long-time contributor to DogWatch Cigar Radio and a columnist on our website, www.cigarmedia.tv, is a guest host on an episode of DWCR every month. Listener Dan Crouch provides the ultimate answer on how to handle a good intentioned neighbor who regularly gifts you with lower quality drugstore cigars that you will never smoke. Dan will be receiving a DWCR patch for his suggestion! Bob interviews Matt Urbano of Urbano Cigars whose cigars are featured this week. Eddie DeJong of Vanderburgh Humidors takes time out to talk to Bob about his line of unique humidors that are handcrafted from glass, wood, rock and leather and his new Outback4 travel humidors. Toleton giveaway! In one week (on show #310), Bob will be smoking a La Tradicion Cubana Toleton, a unique cigar presented to him by Luis Sanchez. He will also give one away, compliments of Luis, during the show. The winner will be selected from Palio cutter contest entrants who have submitted their

Bob and Dale answer questions from listeners Mark Franks, Nelson Pidgeon, Walter Cyran and Brian Fox. Liz interviews Michael Herklots, General Manager of Davidoff of Geneva, New York on this week's "What's hot? What's not? What's next?" segment. Toleton giveaway! In two weeks (on show #310), Bob will be smoking a La Tradicion Cubana Toleton, a unique cigar presented to him by Luis Sanchez. He will also give one away, complements of Luis, during the show. The winner will be selected from Palio cutter contest entrants who have submitted their entry by January 20th. Cigar of the Week - La Palina Alison from the Family Series.

Bob and Dale bring in the new year with a live show! Bob interviews Walter Briggs of WB Brand Cigars. Angry Bill calls in on the herf line to review the Anarchy. Bryan Wolters from Menasha, Wisconsin wins the Burl Palio Cutter in the December contest. Now you can get the same great DogWatch episodes delivered to your Android device! Click here for details. Cigar of the Week - Walter Briggs Torpedo Maduro. The Maduro is medium strength with a Brazilian wrapper. The filler is long leaf Dominican and Nicaraguan. The binder is a Connecticut Shade from Ecuador. This cigar has sweet spiciness with nuances of roasted coffee and cocoa. It received a 3.5 of 4.0 rating from CigarCyclopedia. The Maduro comes in the following types and sizes:

DogWatch Cigar Radio Podcast Episode #306 Bob and Dale took Christmas week off, but we still have fresh show material and an old favorite. Bob interviews Frank Herrera of La Caridad del Cobre and Colin Ganley of CigarTourism.com. On What's hot? What's not? What's next? Liz talks with Bryan Newbury from Centro Cigars in Lawrence, Kansas. In a rebroadcast of a segment from another show, Bob, Dale , Jorge Armenteros of Tobacconist University and Colin Ganley of European Cigar Journal and CigarTourism.com discuss Body vs. Flavor.

This week Bob interviews Benny Gomez of Casa Gomez. Next week the show (#306) will be pre-recorded and feature our favorite segments from the past. Hey, we need a day off too...... Now you can get the same great episodes delivered to your Android device! Click here for details. Bob and Dale are planning another live show for New Years Eve. Check out livestream.com/cigar_radio the new home for our live recording sessions and enhanced chat room. You might catch Bob & Dale at 9 pm EST on Fridays as they test the capabilities of their equipment in preparation for the live show on New Years Eve. Cigar of the Week - Hoyo de Monterrey Reposado en Cedros – Nov. release. This cigar is manufactured with a proprietary Inmersión process - an advancement in aging. • Limited quantities • Enveloped in cedar; medium-bodied with a uniquely rich, spicy taste • Packed in rustic wooden boxes with cedar shavings • Wrapper: Ecuadoran Sumatra • Binder: CT Broadleaf • Filler: Honduran, Nicaraguan, Dominican • Thr

Angry Bill checks in from the LawDog Lounge and reviews a Punch Punch. Bob talks about his visit to the Ybor City Cigar and Heritage Festival where he met up with DogWatch listener Mark Hall from Dayton, Ohio. In addition to being a long-time listener, Mark administers a cigar friendly web site (http://www.tobaccoevents.com/) that lists cigar events for Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee, Indiana, and Illinois. The site also includes great articles of interest, product reviews, photos and videos, product offers from local retailers, and smoker-friendly locations. Bob and Dale are planning another live show for New Years Eve! Details coming soon. Check out livestream.com/cigar_radio the new home (maybe) for our live recording sessions and enhanced chat room. You might catch Bob & Dale at 9 pm EST on Fridays as they test the capabilities of their equipment in preparation for the live show on New Years Eve. Cigar of the Week - Art Deco. Developed by Nestor Miranda and rolled in the My Father Cigar factory in Es

Cigar of the Week – La Aurora 107 La Aurora is not one of the best known cigar makers in this crazy business but they should be. Guillermo Leon and Jose Blanco do not chase trends, ride motorcycles or sport rock n roll tattoos and they do not rush products to market. What they do is continually produce some of the finest, best aged and blended cigars on the shelves. With the end of the Cien Anos line ( the stock of tobacco required for this fine cigar was finally exhausted in late 2009) they have released a fine replacement, the 107 celebrating 107 years of cigar making in the Dominican Republic. An impressive for achievement for any business b ut especially a cigar company. With over forty years in the business Jose Blanco has developed one of the finest palates around and more importantly a knack for teaching it to others. The La Aurora 107 sports an Ecuadorian wrapper, a Dominican binder, and a combination of Dominican and Nicaraguan filler tobaccos. Although showing a hint of bitterness in the

During this week's show, Bob and Dale discuss retrohaling. On the What's hot? What's not? What's next? segment, Liz interviews Micah Dennison from The Party Source in Kentucky. Bob Baranek, from Weymouth, Mass., wins the November Palio Cutter contest. Cigar of the Week - Illusione Slam 888 (6 3/4" x 48) The 888 box press was one of a couple of recent experiments that Dion made for Fumare in Reno, Nevada. Having to remove a leaf from the filler in order to press it correctly, the blend changes slightly and it's a subtle yet exquisite change. Asked if he would make more of them, Dion replied "I haven't decided yet". So, it could be the end of an experiment - or maybe the beginning some new offerings from Illusione. Either way - they are a real treat! Made at the Raices Cubanas factory in Honduras from 100% Nicaraguan tobacco. Dark Side - H. Upman Sir Winston What else have you been smokin' Dale? Bad Dog Special Blend - NHC Seleccion Limitada (natural Tatuaje) - After featuring the Reserva v

Correction to last week's show: La Caridad del Cobre is made for Frank Herrera by Luis Sanchez of La Tradicion Cubana. Bob incorrectly stated its manufacturer in last week's show. Frank Herrera forgives Bob when they run into each other at the Ybor City Heritage & Cigar Festival on 11/20/10. Cigar of the Week - LA GLORIA CUBANA ARTESANOS de OBELISCO Created as a tribute to the virtuoso cigar makers at El Credito’s® “fabrica” in Santiago, Dominican Republic, La Gloria Cubana Artesanos de Obelisco is the third installment in the Artesanos trilogy. Inspired by the iconic “Monument to the Heroes of the Restoration” situated high atop the center of Santiago, La Gloria Cubana Artesanos de Obelisco heightens the innovation that has become a trademark of the Artesanos series. Handcrafted of a blend of Dominican and double Nicaraguan ligero, this ground breaking figurado is a feat of cigar-making artistry, for it replicates the shape of the monument that inspired its creation. Novel construction evident at th

This week, Bob, Dale, Liz, Craig Schneider and Colin Ganley celebrate the 300th DogWatch episode. Listeners comment on what the show means to them in entries to the DWCR 300th Episode Contest and the winners to the contest are announced. Go to http://www.cigarmedia.tv/300th-episode-contest-entries/ for a complete list of the entries. * Bill Cartwright was the winner of a gift package including a box of Esencia Corona Gordas and an Esencia logo Palio cutter from Brother of the Leaf, LLC. * Carl Holtman was the winner of a box of La Aurora 107 Coronas from La Aurora Cigars, Miami Cigar & Company. * Bruce Berg was the winner of a 12-pack of New Havana Cigars Seleccion Limitada by Tatuaje (6 natural and 6 Reserva) and an etched Tatuaje Lotus Table Lighter from NewHavanaCigars.com. Bryan Newbury from Centro Cigars in Lawrence, Kansas is the guest on "What's Hot? What's Not? What's Next?" Bob interviews Dan Welsh of New Havana Cigars about the Cigar of the Week. Cigar of the Week - New Ha

This week, Liz sits in for Dale as co-host of the show. John Richardson of A Little Taste of Cuba is the guest on "What's Hot? What's Not? What's Next?" Next week's show will be broadcast LIVE on November 12th in honor of DogWatch Cigar Radio's 300th show. Go to www.stickam.com/cigar_radio at 9 pm (EST) to watch the show. Don't forget to enter the 300th Show Contest! Send a short written, audio or video statement describing what the show means to you to theshowATcigarmedia.tv. You can also record on the herfline at 321-594-4373 or at cigar.radio on Skype. All submissions must be received by 5 PM (EST), November 11th to be considered for prizes. Bob and Dale want to thank New Havana Cigars, La Aurora Cigars and Brother of the Leaf, LLC for providing the following contest prizes: * A 12-pack of New Havana Cigars Seleccion Limitada by Tatuaje (6 natural and 6 Reserva) * A box of La Aurora 107 Coronas * A gift package from Brothers of the Leaf LLC including a box of Esencia Corona Gor

This week, Brian Berman, Certified Tobacconist and Director of Membership of Cigar Rights of America (CRA) tells us about new CRA Board members and the upcoming CRA TV on "What's Hot? What's Not? What's Next?" Don't forget that DogWatch Cigar Radio's 300th show is coming up and you can help celebrate this event. In honor of the event, listeners are being asked to send a short written, audio or video statement describing what the show means to them. What was the first show to which you listened? What show did you find the most interesting? the funniest? the most educational? Why do you like listening? Send audio, video and written submissions to theshowATcigarmedia.tv. You can also record audio submissions on the herfline at 321-594-4373 or at cigar.radio on Skype. All submissions must be received by 5 PM (EST) November 11th to be considered for prizes. Bob and Dale want to thank New Havana Cigars, La Aurora Cigars and Brother of the Leaf, LLC for providing the 300th Show Contest prizes. Ciga

DogWatch Cigar Radio's 300th show - In three weeks, Bob and Dale will celebrate DogWatch Cigar Radio's 300th show. In honor of the event, they are asking listeners to send an audio or video clip (three minutes or less) or a written submission describing what the show means to them. Send audio or video clips or written submissions to theshowATcigarmedia.tv. Audio submissions can also be recorded on the herfline at 321-594-4373 or cigar.radio on Skype. Prize(s) for the best submission(s) to be announced soon. This week, Doug Fiore, a Certified Retail Tobacconist at Winston's Humidor in Midlothian, Virginia is the guest on"What's Hot, What's Not, What's Next." Cigar of the Week - La Aurora Corojo FILLER: 65% Dominican Cubano, 20% Dominican Olor, 15% Nicaraguan Habano 2000 WRAPPER: Ecuadorian Corojo Dark Side - VEGAS ROBAINA FAMOSOS What else have you been smokin' Dale? Nestor Miranda Collection Art Deco Man of War Virture 5 Vegas Gold Gurkha Empire V What else have you been smokin' Bob? Au

Cigar of the Week - Esteban Carreras 187 The 187 is a Nicaraguan puro, made in Esteli for Craig Cunningham by AJ Fernandez. Released in 2010 & only avail currently in a toro 6x50 and a torpedo 6.75x52. MSRP is $5.50 & $6.00. Scheduled for release later this year is a 6x46 (yea!) and a 60 ring version for those who just have to have the mega stick. What else have you been smokin' - Dale Four more from the Twitter Herf bag at IPCPR; Viaje Fifty/Fifty Red No. 1, 5 5/8" x 46 - 'Viaje' is Spanish for Journey, and the Fifty/Fifty Red is the next leg on the journey for Andre and the gang. The blend is a two-fer, with two distinct blends, combined to provide two flavor profiles in one cigar. The construction takes considerable time as it also has a double binder. The Red label 50/50 came out in 2010, following the Black label in 2009. The Red is targeted to be more med-full in strength, while the Black is a full on powerhouse. A Nicaraguan puro with an oily maduro Corojo '99 wrapper & pigtail cap, the

Regular guest host, Craig Schneider, joins Bob and Dale this week. Bob interviews Bryan White from 13th Floor cigars. The guys offer differing opinions about the Cigar of the Week, the 13th Floor Foundation Series Robusto. Also this week, Dan Welsh, owner of New Havana Cigars is the guest on"What's Hot, What's Not, What's Next." Cigar of the Week - 13th Floor Foundation Series Robusto 13th Floor is a very new cigar from Bryan White. The cigar features a flavorful Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper, Ecuadorian binder, and filler from Nicaragua. Bryan worked with Willie Herrera at El Titan de Bronze to develop this cigar. The Foundation Series comes in three sizes: Robusto (5X50), Toro (6x52) and Churchill (7x50). You can follow Bryan on Twitter as smokinonthe13th and the web site is http://www.13thfloorcigars.com/. Dark Side - CUABA DIVINOS Rob from Friends of Habanos has this to say about the Cuaba Divinos: With older siblings like Traditional and Generoso plus parents like Diadema and Salomones....you may

This week Bob interviews Abe Flores from Pinar del Rio. Also this week, John Richardson, General Manager of A Little Taste of Cuba cigar shops in New Jersey and Pennsylvania is the guest on"What's Hot, What's Not, What's Next." Cigar of the Week - La Aurora Guillermo Leon Dark Side - SAN CRISTOBAL MURALLA 7x54 What else have you been smokin' Dale? San Lotano Maduro Toro - from TBOTLCH Master by Carlos Torano PDR 1878 Cubano Especial Fonseca Cubano Limitado What else have you been smokin' Bob? 13th Floor Robusto - This is an interesting cigar with some unusual flavors and great construction. Don Kiki Brown and Green - Not something I would have normally picked up to smoke as they do not resonate with me; well they didn't before now. This is really a well made cigar with smooth flavors of tobacco, very slight spice and a light savoryness that made for a very pleasant smoke. Di Fazio Red Label - Honduran Puro La Aurora 107 Robusto Tatuaje La Verite - Thanks to Tobacconist University for provi