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We find ourselves at Grumpy’s this week to find out what’s new and why things are more grumpy than before. It’s more than just the cigars. The Hidden Herf is a good one, but someone was paying attention and figures it out at the 11th hour. Local Spotlight – Grumpy’s Cigars & Lounge; Hudson NH … Continue reading "Episode 336: Have a Grumpier Day – Local Spotlight: Grumpy’s Cigars & Lounge; Hudson NH"

It’s the annual Masters Weekend at Plaistow Cigar, but this year it’s with the new brand: 3Leaf Cigars. The Charcuterie pairing is a hit and enhances the Hidden Herf rating. We learn about the 3Leaf Cigars brand, the cigars, and Erik’s journey, over the past year or so, starting a new cigar company. The new … Continue reading "Episode 335: 3Leaf Masters w/Erik Wentworth – Local Spotlight: Plaistow Cigar Co; Plaistow, NH"

This episode starts out like any other, but just as we we get the Hidden Herf going we are thrown a curve-ball and have to switch cigars. Two Hidden Herfs perhaps? We drag a few people in from the lounge as we work our way through the regular segments. If you follow boxing, be sure … Continue reading "Episode 334: “In the Pink” Surprise – Local Spotlight: Castro’s Back Room; Manchester, NH"

Mike the Cop, our local Rocky Patel rep, is just back from The PCA 2024 Trade Show in Las Vegas. We are at the Tobacco Shack’s “Party for the Hell of it 3.0” and it’s a full house. The Hidden Herf is a “yet to be available” PCA release. Ricky calls in from Florida for … Continue reading "Episode 333: Direct from the PCA 2024 Trade Show – Local Spotlight: The Tobacco Shack; Rowley, MA"

The Reverend Harvey is back, but with a few restrictions. The Third Unit Production Manager organized this week’s location at The Ash Lounge and proceeds to nails the Hidden Herf within the first few minutes. Who knew we had a couple of cross-fit trainers in the group. Nurse Rick calls in with the Florida report. … Continue reading "Episode 332: The Reverend Returns – Local Spotlight: Ash Cigar Lounge; Kingston, NH"

It’s back to Twins for the St. Paddy weekend episode. Our special guest is actually a Hack but, he has his Twins Manager hat on so he gets special billing. We have a quick call from Ricky in Florida to start things off. The Hidden Herf stumps the panel and receives a decent overall rating. … Continue reading "Episode 331: It feels like we were just here. – Local Spotlight: Twins Smoke Shop; Londonderry, NH"