Episode Description
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In this episode of The Cigar Guys Podcast, we sit down with Nick Melillo, founder of Foundation Cigars, for a cigar show that blends industry insight, policy discussion, and some unexpected pizza talk.
We dive into the story behind the Foundation Cigars brand — how it was built, what makes it unique, and how Nick approaches blending, branding, and legacy in the premium cigar space.
We also tackle the serious topic of government regulation on premium cigars, discussing how policy impacts manufacturers, retailers, and consumers — and what the future of the industry could look like.
And because it wouldn’t be a proper cigar show without some side roads… we talk pizza too.
• The origin and philosophy of Foundation Cigars
• The impact of government regulation on premium cigars
• Industry challenges and advocacy
• Brand-building in today’s cigar market
• Cigars, culture… and pizza
This is a thoughtful, honest conversation with one of the most respected voices in the premium cigar industry.
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🔥 Special thanks to Nick Melillo and Foundation Cigars.
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