Not A Cigar Show*

Not A Cigar Show is exactly what it sounds like—except when it isn’t. 🎙️ Sure, we talk cigars, but this isn’t your typical lounge chat. It’s part interview, part storytelling, part chaos—with industry legends, brand builders, and the characters who make the cigar world what it is. From behind-the-scenes stories and bold opinions to offbeat humor and unexpected detours, every episode brings you closer to the culture, creativity, and community that light up the premium cigar world. Whether you’re here for the tobacco talk or just the banter, you’ll find a seat at the table. Because this isn’t just about cigars—it’s about the people who smoke them. Visit more on CigarPress.com *Ok, maybe it is a little bit about cigars.

Not A Cigar Show* is a leisure podcast hosted by Fred Rewey, with 26 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Fred Rewey hosts Not A Cigar Show*, a leisure show with 26 episodes published.

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  Episode #9

  Office Hours: Your Questions, Our Answers | Not A Cigar Show with Fred Rewey

  Jul 23, 202630 minS2

  No guest this week. Just your questions. Welcome to the first episode of Office Hours, a new edition of Not a Cigar Show where the conversation is driven by cigar smokers. This episode tackles questions about cigar lounge etiquette, whether the industry really needs more new brands, cell phones in lounges, aging cigars, and several other topics submitted by viewers. Have a question for a future episode? Email fred@cigarpress.com , or record a short audio or video message and send it in. You might hear your question on the next Office Hours. Light up a great cigar and join the conversation.

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  Episode #8

  Charles Gibb's First Interview as CEO of Tabacalera USA

  Jun 9, 202641 minS2

  <p>Charles Gibb had been CEO of Tabacalera USA for roughly 48 hours when this interview was recorded live at PCA.</p> <p>That timing makes this conversation unique.</p> <p>Before the talking points were polished and before months of industry headlines could shape the narrative, Gibb sat down with Cigar Press to discuss his vision for some of the most recognizable brands in premium cigars.</p> <p>Coming from the luxury spirits world, Gibb shares his thoughts on premium branding, storytelling, innovation, partnerships, and the balance between honoring tradition and avoiding gimmicks. He also discusses how he views brands...

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  Episode #7

  Black Label’s James Brown on Cigars and Creativity | Not A Cigar Show

  May 27, 20261h 1mS2

  <p >James Brown of Black Label Trading Company and Black Works Studio joins Fred Rewey on Not A Cigar Show for a deep conversation about blending, branding, artwork, factories, tobacco, and why some cigar smokers still refuse to try a petite corona.</p> <p >This episode goes far beyond “tell us about the new release.”</p> <p >James talks about his path from the wine industry and hospitality to running cigar expeditions through Central America before eventually building Oveja Negra Factory in Nicaragua. He explains how Black Label grew organically from cigars he originally made for expedition guests, and why cont...

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  Episode #6

  David Lafferty on Not A Cigar Show | The Real Cigar Industry Grind

  May 13, 20261h 7mS2

  <p >David Lafferty from Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust joins Fred Rewey for one of the most honest episodes of Not A Cigar Show yet.</p> <p >This episode pulls back the curtain on what the cigar industry really looks like beyond the social media photos, cigar dinners, trade shows, and lounge culture. David talks openly about life on the road, sales pressure, retailers, brokers, burnout, consumer expectations, brand building, and why most people who think they want to work in cigars probably should not.</p> <p >Topics include:<br> • The reality of working in cigar sales<br> • Drew Estate in the earl...

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  Episode #5

  Tim Ozgener on Legacy, Leaving, and Coming Back - Not A Cigar Show

  Mar 18, 202654 minS2

  <p>Tim Ozgener grew up in the cigar industry, helped build CAO, walked away, then came back to start Oz Family Cigars. In this episode we talk about legacy, starting over, blending philosophy, and what cigar smokers never see behind the scenes.</p> <p>We also get into how the industry has changed, why today’s consumers are more educated, and what Tim focuses on when building a modern cigar brand.</p> <p>If you want insight from someone who has seen the cigar business from the inside for decades, this is a conversation worth watching.</p> <p>Topics include:<br...

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