In episode 13 of "Between Two Humidors," Jonathan Rogos interviews Mel, owner of Fame Wine and Cigars in Palm Springs and founder of MBombay Tobac. They discussed Palm Springs' unique vibe, flavor profiles in cigars, and stories from Mel's lounge. Mel shared how Fame evolved, emphasizing its international clientele and…
This episode of the Between Two Humidors podcast features Mr. John Pugh, owner of the Cigar Chapel in Bend, Oregon. John shares cigar lounge etiquette tips: refrain from asking for illegal Cubans, avoid excessively licking cigars before using shared cutters, and purchase from the lounge before smoking personal cigars. John…
Robert Caldwell, founder of Caldwell Cigar Company, joins the Between Two Humidors podcast to discuss his life and career. Despite finding social interaction draining, he thrived in the cigar industry, attributing his success to a unique branding approach influenced by an artist friend who opened his eyes to the importance…
This is a wide-ranging conversation between two old friends, with Jonathan Ruggles, Host starting a podcast called "Between Two Humidors." The bulk of the discussion focuses on the career of Jason Atkinson: his early years as a ski instructor, his subsequent 14 year career in Oregon politics, including a run…
In Episode 009 of "Between Two Humidors", host Jonathan Ruggles and Guests Brandon Oveson and Kendrick Woolstenhulme discuss the origins and growth of their cigar brand, Apostate. Oveson and Woolstenhulme met in Utah, where they both used to be members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Oveson,…
In "Between Two Humidors" Episode 008, Jonathan Ruggles, Host, and Bryan Snyder, Guest, discuss his experiences with their current cigars. Ruggles is smoking the Luciano Dreamer, and Snyder is smoking Maria Luchia. The conversation shifts to Snyder's work at the Bomarito Automotive Group in St. Louis, where they use Reynolds…
A seasoned vacation rental marketing expert, Ms. Alex Husner has played a key role as CMO in two enterprise vacation rental management companies in the United States for the past 14 years. In early 2024, Alex decided to pursue her own entrepreneurial initiatives as CEO/Founder of Directly Alex LLC, a…
In the "BTH Episode 006 Conversation after the Pod" with Michael J. Goldrich, Host Jonathan Ruggles and Goldrich explored the future development of technology, with a focus on Apple's intelligence capabilities and the potential for devices to serve as trusted confidants. Goldrich envisioned a future where people would become overly…
As a seasoned strategist in marketing and AI, Michael J Goldrich blends art, science, and technology to forge a seamless customer journey across all touchpoints, achieving significant revenue gains, including a 40% increase through innovative strategies and automations. Their hands-on approach addresses problems directly, generating value by shaping a customer-centric…
In "Episode 004, Jeremy McDonald - Conversation After the Pod", Jeremy McDonald (Wildfire Cigars) and Jonathan Ruggles (Host) discuss the contrasting nature of AI and the cigar industry. While AI demands human creativity and innovation, cigar production is an old-world craft with unique nuances that cannot be learned from the…
Episode Description In Episode 04 of Between Two Humidors, Host Jonathan Ruggles has a conversation with Jeremy McDonald, Founder of Wildfire Cigar Company. They discuss his cigar line, and his shared appreciation for unconventional offerings. McDonald expresses surprise at the popularity of his Wildfire Cigars, which he created as part…
In the "Episode 003 Jeremy McDonald - Conversations After the Pod" , Jeremy McDonald (Wildfire Cigars) and Jonathan Ruggles (Host) discuss the contrasting nature of A.I. and the cigar industry. While A.I. demands creativity and innovation from humans, cigar production is an old world craft with unique nuances that cannot…
In Episode 002 BTH Juan Lugo, Juan shares his background, including growing up as a first-generation American in Washington Heights, Manhattan, and his experiences in the military and Silicon Valley. He also discusses his fascination with cigars.
In the first episode of Between Two Humidors, Host Jonathan Ruggles visits with Scott van Hartesveld, they discussed various topics including the evolution of data usage in marketing, particularly in the travel industry, and the challenges faced by hotels in the digital age. Van Hartesveld shared his experiences with marketing…
In the swirl of smoke and savvy, Jonathan Ruggles sits 'Between Two Humidors,' a beacon in the haze, bringing you the podcast where the embers of innovation glow. Each session, a cozy gathering with the giants of human-centered artificial intelligence, hospitality, and the illustrious cigar industry, ignites a tapestry of…
