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Sep 2023
59m 55s

The Fine Art of Craft Cigar Smoking

John Heinen, Sam Guzman, Devin Schadt
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Today we sit down with Tomás Baldonado, the owner and mastermind behind Ultimo Cigars. In this illuminating interview, we dive into the age-old question: Is smoking a sin? In addition, Tomás, a Catholic gentleman, shares his captivating life journey into the world of crafting cigars, offering unique insights into the art of cigar making and how he had to ove ... Show More
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