This week on A Cigar Hustlers Podcast, we’re firing up more than just cigars. The 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class is out—featuring legends like Cyndi Lauper, Outkast, and The White Stripes—and we’re breaking down what the lineup says about music today. In politics, Trump’s push to revive Columbus Day has the culture war reigniting. Over in sports, Bucks star Damian Lillard’s Achilles injury could sideline him for the season, and the NFL Draft saw unexpected drama after a prank call to Shedeur Sanders caused a stir.

And of course, cigar lovers: we’ve got new drops from Alec Bradley, Altadis USA’s collector-worthy Montecristo jar, and Marlon Wayans’ surprising debut into the cigar world with Liga Tridente. Whether you're cutting a cigar or just cutting through the noise, this episode has something for you.

So grab a stick or a drink—this one’s got layers.

This week the boys are joined by National Sales manager for Powstanie, Mike Palmer. Palmer sat down with us as we enjoyed the recently released Powstanie San Andres. We discussed his new role within the company, and we also talked about the new releases in the pipeline for the brand.

Patrol gone Wild this week brings us a former NFL player in trouble with the law, a revolting teacher, and homeless man doing despicable things on a subway.

Caleb’s got news this week with release announcements from Arturo Fuente and Room 101. Then on the whiskey front a special tribute expression for a Cinncinatti Reds legend

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Whiskey: Heaven Hill BiB

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Episode Title:

“Papal Smoke Signals, Space Packages, and Megalophobia Madness”

Episode Description:

In Episode 384 of The Cigar Hustlers Podcast, we unpack a wild week of global events and cigar industry buzz. The world mourns as Pope Francis passes away, and we break down what happens next inside the walls of the Vatican—including how the next Pope is chosen. Then, we dive into the shipping shake-up: DHL teams up with the Chinese postal service while suspending certain packages to the U.S., SpaceX starts looking a lot like Amazon in orbit, and U.S. ports are pushing back with proposed new docking fees for Chinese ships.

On the cigar front, C.L.E. launches Megalophobia in a bold move that has everyone talking, and Plasencia takes things to new heights with Alma del Cielo, a cigar crafted in high-altitude magic.

Tune in for sharp takes, solid laughs, and the insider scoop—only on The Cigar Hustlers Podcast.