Summary
Abe Flores from PDR Cigars joins the Cigar Authority to discuss the challenges and experiences within the cigar industry, particularly focusing on the horrors encountered in cigar factories. The conversation highlights a significant incident involving a fire at the William Ventura Cigar Factory, which devastated both Flores' and Ventura's operations. Flores recounts the panic and chaos that ensued as he received alarming calls in the early hours about the fire, which was exacerbated by poor electrical setups and the presence of highly flammable materials.
The discussion also touches on the evolution of cigar production, including the importance of quality control and the challenges of sourcing tobacco. Flores reflects on his journey in the cigar business, from his early days selling cigars to musicians to establishing his own factory. He emphasizes the need for careful management of tobacco quality and the impact of market demands on production decisions. The episode concludes with a light-hearted segment on cigar ratings and a discussion about the future of the cigar industry, including the role of artificial intelligence in marketing and production.
Show Notes
This week on The Cigar Authority, it’s Horror in The Cigar Factory with Abe Flores Owner of PDR Cigars! Join Abe as we discuss the scary side of cigar manufacturing while smoking the PDR El Vinyl CuveeRobusto. The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Cigars in Salem, NH Disclosure: Some advertisements and segment introductions in this episode were generated using artificial intelligence.
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