Smoke Night LIVE Hits 500—A Celebration with Friends, Stories, and Cigars

February 11, 2026

What started as a simple question from Master Sensei—“What should we call this show?”—has grown into one of the cigar world’s longest-running and most beloved live broadcasts. Now, Smoke Night LIVE reaches an i... Read More...

The Great Burger Battle with Michael Herklots

Eric Guttormson

January 7, 2026

Smoke Night Live

What makes a great fast-food burger? Is it the beef, the bun, the nostalgia—or just how it hits at the drive-thru? This week, the Dojo crew is joined by Michael Herklots of Ferio Tego, Nick Libretti from JR ... Read More...

Top 5 Cigar Lounges You Need to Visit – Smoke Night LIVE

Eric Guttormson

October 8, 2025

Smoke Night Live

What makes a cigar lounge truly great? Is it the plush seating, a well-stocked humidor, a full bar with a skilled mixologist, or maybe the perfect location with a breathtaking view? On this episode, Sensei and ... Read More...

How to Create the Perfect Cigar Company

Eric Guttormson

August 20, 2025

Smoke Night Live

On this episode of Smoke Night LIVE, we tackle the question: How would you build the perfect cigar company? Our panel will step into the role of CEO, making key decisions such as choosing tobacco farms, selecti... Read More...

Smoke Night LIVE – Does It Move the Needle?

Eric Guttormson

August 6, 2025

Smoke Night Live

It’s the first episode of Smoke Night LIVE from the newly renovated Dojo studio! William “Cigar Coop” Cooper joins Sensei, Juan Cancel, Jordan, and the rest of the crew to discuss new and upcoming cigar release... Read More...

Smoke Night LIVE – Cigar Brand Stock Market

Eric Guttormson

April 30, 2025

Smoke Night Live

Buy, Hold, or Sell? With the annual cigar trade show behind us, it’s time to evaluate how the top brands performed and whether their yearly pitches hit or missed the mark. To guide us through these assessments,... Read More...

Smoke Night LIVE – Big Game Party

Eric Guttormson

February 4, 2025

Smoke Night Live

It all comes down to this! Sunday’s big game between Kansas City and Philadelphia is just hours away, but the party starts now. Camacho’s Jack Heyer and William "Cigar Coop" Cooper join the show to break down t... Read More...

What is the best Thanksgiving dinner side dish?

Smoke Night LIVE – Side Dish Bracket Challenge

Eric Guttormson

November 20, 2024

Smoke Night Live

The Great Side-Dish Bracket Challenge! Thanksgiving is just a week away, and it's time to settle the age-old debate: what is the best side dish to serve with your Thanksgiving turkey? But that's not the only... Read More...

Smoke Night Live – Soda Bracket Challenge

Eric Guttormson

May 29, 2024

Smoke Night Live

What is the best soda? Regardless of whether you call it “pop” or “soda,” the age-old debate is which one is the best and which ones fall flat. Abe Dababneh, Juan Cancel, Alex Tavella, and William “Cigar Coop” ... Read More...

Smoke Night LIVE – What is ProCigar?

Eric Guttormson

February 28, 2024

Smoke Night Live

What is ProCigar? Furthermore, is this an event that you should attend? On this episode, William Cooper and Jay Davis join the show as we discuss this year’s 2024 ProCigar event that just wrapped up last week i... Read More...

Smoke Night LIVE – Smoke Stash or Trash with Cigar Coop

Jordan Guttormson

January 25, 2024

Smoke Night Live

Which of these three cigars do you smoke, stash, or trash? That is the burning question on this episode of Smoke Night LIVE. William "Cigar Coop" Cooper joins the show, and is put on the hot seat as we force hi... Read More...

Smoke Night LIVE – Sitcom Bracket Challenge

Eric Guttormson

January 4, 2024

Smoke Night Live

What is the best TV sitcom of all time? On this episode of Smoke Night Live, we determine a champion with the help of our expert panel: Juan Cancel, Fred Rewey, and William “Cigar Coop” Cooper. Twenty-eight sit... Read More...

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