Nice Ashes: Cigars and Culture
Mike & Nate
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Join Mike and Nate, your friendly aficionados of budget-friendly cigars, as they ignite conversations that go beyond the smoke. Whether you're a seasoned cigar enthusiast or simply curious about the world of affordable smokes, Mike and Nate invite you to kick back, light up, and join the conversation. "Nice Ashes" is where camaraderie meets culture, where the pleasure of puffing enhances the exploration of diverse topics. Tune in for a laid-back and flavorful journey through the realms of literature, media, and society, one budget-friendly cigar at a time.
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S5E15 Punch Knuckle Buster Shade: Christopher Columbus
In this episode, Nate and Mike smoke a Punch Knuckle Buster shade cigar, paired with a cold IPA and coffee, while diving into a detailed, myth-busting discussion about Christopher Columbus. They…
S5E14 Ron Mexico: Javier Milei
In this episode, Nate and Mike light up a notoriously rough cigar and dive deep into the controversial rise and rule of Javier Milei, Argentina’s polarizing president. They unpack Milei’s…
S5E13 Mark Twain Memoir: Missing Scientists
In this episode, Nate and Mike light up the Mark Twain memoir cigar while diving deep into the mysterious cases of a cluster of missing and deceased scientists linked to aerospace, nuclear research,…
S5E12 Old Havana: Cheating and Monogamy
In this episode, Nate and Mike light up budget-friendly Old Havana Stogies cigars and pair them with drinks as they dive deep into the complex history and cultural practices of monogamy and cheating.…
S5E11 Tatiana Chocolate: TMNT Rise of Zach Mamba (w/The Main Event)
Join Nate and Mike as they light up a Tatiana chocolate cigar and welcome back special guest Bert —aka "The Main Event"—to talk about his new hip-hop album, TMNT: The Rise of Zach Mamba, inspired by…
S5E10 La Aurora E Leon Maduro Belicoso: Fire Fraud (Part 3)
In this episode, Nate and Mike dive into the world of eco-terrorism and wildfire arson, exploring radical groups like the Earth Liberation Front (ELF), the Puerto Rican FALN, and notable lone…
S5E9 Romeo Y Julieta Medallas de Oro Vintage Toro: Victorian Slang Guessing Game
In this episode, Nate and Mike light up the Romeo y Julieta Medallas de Oro Vintage Toro and pair it with craft brews while diving into a fun, multi-tiered Victorian slang guessing game. They explore…
S5E8 Fidalgo: Fire Fraud (Part 2)
In this episode, Nate and Mike dive into the complex world of international fires and land exploitation, exploring cases from Patagonia to Brazil, Australia, Argentina, and Israel. They uncover…
S5E7 Bolivar Cofradia Robusto: H.P. Lovecraft
In this episode, Nate and Mike enjoy a robust Bolivar Cofradia Robusto cigar while diving into the complicated legacy of H.P. Lovecraft—a pioneering cosmic horror writer whose vivid mythos remains…
S5E6 Tatiana Fusion Frenzy: Fire Fraud (Part 1)
In this episode, Nate and Mike kick things off with a cigar review of the Tatiana Fusion Frenzy, sharing their smoky thoughts and pairing selections before diving into a heavy, multi-part…
S5E5 Cohiba Blue Robusto: Forgotten Geniuses
In this episode, Nate and Mike light up a Cohiba Blue Robusto and dive into the stories of remarkable but often overlooked historical figures who shaped science, exploration, and technology. From…
S5E4 Primeros: Missing Children
In this intense and eye-opening episode, Nate and Mike dive deep into the disturbing reality of missing children in the United States. After a brief and humorous start with a disappointing cigar…
S5E3 Cohiba Red Dot: Thomas Harriot
In this episode, hosts Nate and Mike enjoy smoking the Cohiba Red Dot cigar while diving into the fascinating yet lesser-known story of Thomas Harriot, a 16th-17th century English mathematician,…
S5E2 Tatiana Cinnamon: 1st and 2nd Ammendment Laws
In this episode, hosts Mike and Nate begin with a casual cigar tasting of flavored Tatiana cigars, sharing their impressions of cinnamon and vanilla varieties, including nostalgic references and…
S5E1 La Gloria Cubana 8th Street Toro: Butterfly Effect Theories
In this kickoff episode for Season 5 of Nice Ashes, Nate and Mike light up a La Gloria Cubana 8th Street Toro to ease back into cigar talk, sharing their honest impressions of its bold spice and…
S4E44 Joya Red Robusto: 9/11
Season 4 finale of Nice Ashes takes a deep, candid dive into the culture-shaking events of September 11, 2001. Hosts Mike and Nate share their personal memories of that day and examine the official…
S4E43 Hesitant Pirate: EDC 2.0
In this episode of Nice Ashes, hosts Mike and Nate dive deep into the world of everyday carry (EDC) gear while enjoying cigars (including the notoriously bad Hesitant Pirate) and Oktoberfest beer…
S4E42 Ave Maria Reconquista: NPL & FLP
In this episode of Nice Ashes, hosts Mike and Nate light up the Ave Maria Reconquista cigar and dive deep into a fascinating piece of Midwest history: the rise and impact of the Nonpartisan League…
S4E41 La Diferencia Cubana: John Titor
In this episode of Nice Ashes, hosts Mike and Nate dive into the fascinating and mysterious story of John Titor, the alleged time traveler from the year 2036 who posted on internet forums in the…
S4E40 CAO Nicaragua Toro: Somalians & MN Integration (Somalia & MN Part 6)
In this episode, Mike and Nate dive into the complexities of Minnesota culture—especially the infamous "Minnesota Nice"—and how it impacts Somali immigrant integration. They explore the polite yet…
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Nice Ashes: Cigars and Culture has published 183 episodes since April 2022, covering topics in Hobbies, Leisure.
Nice Ashes: Cigars and Culture is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 1h 4m.
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