What happens when the Chinese Communist Party tries to regulate comedy? Tony and Fingers discuss the hilarity and horror.

This episode the guys light up a Pinnacle Cigars Sublime and ponder the flavors—is that salty pretzel or woody spice? They wonder at crazy cigar deals online: is the industry about to collapse? In the news, they're astounded by the rising cost of California wildfires and delays in rebuilding. Most absurdly, the Chinese government warns female comedians to stop mocking men. Tony and Fingers consider the impossibility and danger of doing standup under authoritarian rule.

Key Takeaways:
- The Sublime offers interesting salty, sweet, and spicy notes 
- Wildfire damage costs are skyrocketing while rebuilding is stalled
- Communist authoritarianism is a threat to free speech and comedy

Hear Tony and Fingers' uncensored takes on tyranny and tobacco—listen now!

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What happens when the Chinese Communist Party tries to regulate comedy? Tony and Fingers discuss the hilarity and horror.
This episode the guys light up a Pinnacle Cigars Sublime and ponder the flavors&mdash;is that salty pretzel or woody spice? They wonder at crazy cigar deals online: is the industry about to collapse? In the news, they're astounded by the rising cost of California wildfires and delays in rebuilding. Most absurdly, the Chinese government warns female comedians to stop mocking men. Tony and Fingers consider the impossibility and danger of doing standup under authoritarian rule.
Key Takeaways: - The Sublime offers interesting salty, sweet, and spicy notes - Wildfire damage costs are skyrocketing while rebuilding is stalled - Communist authoritarianism is a threat to free speech and comedy
Hear Tony and Fingers' uncensored takes on tyranny and tobacco&mdash;listen now!
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Eat Drink Smoke is the bourbon and cigar review show for everyone!
You'll get reviews you can use, in a way you can understand them. There's also great takes on the stories dominating the week, but without the anger of social media. Eat Drink Smoke is the podcast that fits into your life because it's just like you - interested in new things, good people and honest, funny conversation.
Eat Drink Smoke is hosted by long-time radio host and entertainer Tony Katz, with co-host Fingers Malloy.

Tony Katz and Fingers Malloy talk amazing spirits, brilliant cigars and great food.

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Happy Hour -- Pinnacle Sublime

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Tony Katz and America’s favorite amateur drinker, Fingers Malloy, fire up the E.P. Carrillo Battleborn Warrior—a Connecticut Broadleaf-wrapped, double-binder, Nicaraguan-filled cigar created in tribute to the military, with proceeds supporting Fisher House Foundation. At $23 a stick, they dig into whether the profile (rich, tobacco-forward, hints of dark fruit, wood, a touch of floral on the retrohale) and story justify the price—and why you should never panic if a cigar feels a little dry coming out of the humidor.

In the glass, they pour Maker’s Mark 101 (Special Proof)—a 101-proof take on a classic bourbon. Tony and Fingers break down the nose (caramel, oak, a little fruit), the surprising melon/citrus notes on the palate, how the heat presents for a 101-proofer, and how a cube of ice changes the entire experience. They land on an easy verdict: this is exactly the kind of “always-have-it-on-hand” bottle every holiday liquor cabinet needs.

From there, the guys dive into a run of real-world nonsense and news: Target’s Black Friday swag-bag backlash (gummies, Uno cards, travel shampoo and lip oil after waiting in line since 3 a.m.), the rise of oversized vehicles in Europe and the U.S. and what “car spreading” and policies like Vision Zero really signal, and why economic numbers—from jobs reports to Black Friday spending to AI layoffs—feel completely out of whack.

They also tackle the never-ending wave of food recalls, including shredded cheese and milk, and ask whether we’re just better at catching problems or worse at making the food in the first place. And in a truly gross moment of modern life, they break down the viral DoorDash “dropped wing” video—where a driver picks a boneless wing up off the concrete, tosses it back in the box, licks his fingers, and walks away—plus what basic decency in food handling should look like.

Along the way: cigar-notebook tips, why shredded cheese might haunt your dreams, talk of big steaks in Iowa, and a very real threat to road-trip to Memphis for King Jerry Lawler’s barbecue.

In this episode, you’ll hear:


A full review of the E.P. Carrillo Battleborn Warrior cigar: construction, flavor notes, strength, burn, and value.


A tasting of Maker’s Mark 101—how it compares to classic Maker’s, what flavors pop neat vs. over ice, and if it belongs in your home bar.


The Black Friday Target swag-bag outrage and how to build a promo that doesn’t insult your customers.


“Car spreading,” Vision Zero, and the cultural war over big vehicles, comfort, and personal freedom.


Why food recalls (cheese, milk, and more) feel constant—and what that says about quality control.


The DoorDash chicken wing disaster and Tony’s…let’s just say strong feelings about consequences.

Perfect for cigar lovers, bourbon fans, and anyone who enjoys a little economic confusion and consumer-culture madness with their smoke.

All that, and more, on an all-new Eat Drink Smoke!

Follow Eat Drink Smoke on social media!
X (Formerly Twitter): @GoEatDrinkSmoke
Facebook: @eatdrinksmoke
IG: @EatDrinkSmokePodcast

The Podcast is Free! Click Below!

Apple Podcasts
Amazon Music
Stitcher 
Spotify

Tony Katz and America&rsquo;s favorite amateur drinker, Fingers Malloy, fire up the E.P. Carrillo Battleborn Warrior&mdash;a Connecticut Broadleaf-wrapped, double-binder, Nicaraguan-filled cigar created in tribute to the military, with proceeds supporting Fisher House Foundation. At $23 a stick, they dig into whether the profile (rich, tobacco-forward, hints of dark fruit, wood, a touch of floral on the retrohale) and story justify the price&mdash;and why you should never panic if a cigar feels a little dry coming out of the humidor.
In the glass, they pour Maker&rsquo;s Mark 101 (Special Proof)&mdash;a 101-proof take on a classic bourbon. Tony and Fingers break down the nose (caramel, oak, a little fruit), the surprising melon/citrus notes on the palate, how the heat presents for a 101-proofer, and how a cube of ice changes the entire experience. They land on an easy verdict: this is exactly the kind of &ldquo;always-have-it-on-hand&rdquo; bottle every holiday liquor cabinet needs.
From there, the guys dive into a run of real-world nonsense and news: Target&rsquo;s Black Friday swag-bag backlash (gummies, Uno cards, travel shampoo and lip oil after waiting in line since 3 a.m.), the rise of oversized vehicles in Europe and the U.S. and what &ldquo;car spreading&rdquo; and policies like Vision Zero really signal, and why economic numbers&mdash;from jobs reports to Black Friday spending to AI layoffs&mdash;feel completely out of whack.
They also tackle the never-ending wave of food recalls, including shredded cheese and milk, and ask whether we&rsquo;re just better at catching problems or worse at making the food in the first place. And in a truly gross moment of modern life, they break down the viral DoorDash &ldquo;dropped wing&rdquo; video&mdash;where a driver picks a boneless wing up off the concrete, tosses it back in the box, licks his fingers, and walks away&mdash;plus what basic decency in food handling should look like.
Along the way: cigar-notebook tips, why shredded cheese might haunt your dreams, talk of big steaks in Iowa, and a very real threat to road-trip to Memphis for King Jerry Lawler&rsquo;s barbecue.
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In this episode, you&rsquo;ll hear:
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<li data-start="2296" data-end="2420">
A full review of the E.P. Carrillo Battleborn Warrior cigar: construction, flavor notes, strength, burn, and value.
</li>
<li data-start="2421" data-end="2566">
A tasting of Maker&rsquo;s Mark 101&mdash;how it compares to classic Maker&rsquo;s, what flavors pop neat vs. over ice, and if it belongs in your home bar.
</li>
<li data-start="2567" data-end="2678">
The Black Friday Target swag-bag outrage and how to build a promo that doesn&rsquo;t insult your customers.
</li>
<li data-start="2679" data-end="2787">
&ldquo;Car spreading,&rdquo; Vision Zero, and the cultural war over big vehicles, comfort, and personal freedom.
</li>
<li data-start="2788" data-end="2893">
Why food recalls (cheese, milk, and more) feel constant&mdash;and what that says about quality control.
</li>
<li data-start="2894" data-end="3000">
The DoorDash chicken wing disaster and Tony&rsquo;s&hellip;let&rsquo;s just say strong feelings about consequences.
</li>
</ul>
Perfect for cigar lovers, bourbon fans, and anyone who enjoys a little economic confusion and consumer-culture madness with their smoke.
All that, and more, on an all-new Eat Drink Smoke!
Follow Eat Drink Smoke on social media! X (Formerly Twitter): @GoEatDrinkSmoke Facebook: @eatdrinksmoke IG: @EatDrinkSmokePodcast
The Podcast is Free! Click Below!
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The Wing That Fell… And the DoorDash Guy Who Picked It Up Anyway

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Tony and Fingers keep the Thanksgiving weekend chill rolling with another round of the Arturo Fuente Rare Pink Sophisticated Hooker, then turn to meat, money, and modern misery.

First up: meat. They shout out Defiance Beef, talking quarter, half, and whole cow orders, 21-day aging, ribeyes, strips, brisket, and why freezer beef might be the smartest “Black Friday” buy you can make.

Then Tony unveils his own barrel pick:


Old Hamer 11-Year Single Barrel (selected by Tony Katz)


99% corn, 1% malted barley, a monster at 127.6 proof


Big butterscotch, cocoa, oak, cinnamon heat, sting on the tongue but a surprisingly gentle chest warmth

Fingers nearly tears up after a sip and warns that this pairing—Rare Pink plus 127-proof bourbon—is not for the faint of heart.

From there, they dig into the real world:


Foreclosures up 20%, car repos climbing, and zero-percent car deals that scream “trouble.”


Why some people are still spending like crazy while falling behind on mortgages and auto loans.


Streaming overload: multiple services, skyrocketing sports rights, and how NFL Sunday Ticket and exclusive games are punishing traditional cable viewers.


The slow fade of channels like MTV and Cartoon Network, and what that means for old-school cable.

Big cigar, bigger bourbon, and a sober look at an economy that doesn’t quite add up.

All that, and more, on an all-new Eat Drink Smoke!

Follow Eat Drink Smoke on social media!
X (Formerly Twitter): @GoEatDrinkSmoke
Facebook: @eatdrinksmoke
IG: @EatDrinkSmokePodcast

The Podcast is Free! Click Below!

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Amazon Music
Stitcher 
Spotify

Tony and Fingers keep the Thanksgiving weekend chill rolling with another round of the Arturo Fuente Rare Pink Sophisticated Hooker, then turn to meat, money, and modern misery.
First up: meat. They shout out Defiance Beef, talking quarter, half, and whole cow orders, 21-day aging, ribeyes, strips, brisket, and why freezer beef might be the smartest &ldquo;Black Friday&rdquo; buy you can make.
Then Tony unveils his own barrel pick:
<ul data-start="4211" data-end="4443">
<li data-start="4211" data-end="4274">
Old Hamer 11-Year Single Barrel (selected by Tony Katz)
</li>
<li data-start="4275" data-end="4335">
99% corn, 1% malted barley, a monster at 127.6 proof
</li>
<li data-start="4336" data-end="4443">
Big butterscotch, cocoa, oak, cinnamon heat, sting on the tongue but a surprisingly gentle chest warmth
</li>
</ul>
Fingers nearly tears up after a sip and warns that this pairing&mdash;Rare Pink plus 127-proof bourbon&mdash;is not for the faint of heart.
From there, they dig into the real world:
<ul data-start="4619" data-end="5079">
<li data-start="4619" data-end="4716">
Foreclosures up 20%, car repos climbing, and zero-percent car deals that scream &ldquo;trouble.&rdquo;
</li>
<li data-start="4717" data-end="4815">
Why some people are still spending like crazy while falling behind on mortgages and auto loans.
</li>
<li data-start="4816" data-end="4976">
Streaming overload: multiple services, skyrocketing sports rights, and how NFL Sunday Ticket and exclusive games are punishing traditional cable viewers.
</li>
<li data-start="4977" data-end="5079">
The slow fade of channels like MTV and Cartoon Network, and what that means for old-school cable.
</li>
</ul>
Big cigar, bigger bourbon, and a sober look at an economy that doesn&rsquo;t quite add up.
All that, and more, on an all-new Eat Drink Smoke!
Follow Eat Drink Smoke on social media! X (Formerly Twitter): @GoEatDrinkSmoke Facebook: @eatdrinksmoke IG: @EatDrinkSmokePodcast
The Podcast is Free! Click Below!
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Happy Hour -- Old Hamer 11-Year Single Barrel (Selected by Tony Katz)

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Slowed down, stuffed, and still smoking — Tony Katz and Fingers Malloy ride out Thanksgiving weekend with a rare Arturo Fuente and a whole lot of cultural madness.

Tony and Fingers ease into the holiday haze with the Arturo Fuente Rare Pink “Sophisticated Hooker” — a 7¼ x 53 Diadema with an Ecuadorian Habano wrapper, Dominican and Nicaraguan fillers, and a white-pepper spice that works its way across the palate. They break down why Rare Pinks are so coveted, whether they’re worth the chase, and how MSRP ($17.75) becomes fantasy once the secondary market gets involved.

The guys also recap Tony’s Thanksgiving cigar marathon (yes, six cigars in 30 hours), the joys of brisket smoking overnight, and why cold-weather cigar logistics separate the casuals from the committed.

From there, they swing into a deeply fun, deeply ridiculous cultural grab bag:


Influencers behaving badly — including a chronic dine-and-dash “Instagram star” arrested six times for scamming New York restaurants, even trying to barter stolen kitchen shears at Peter Luger’s.


The decline of thank-you notes and the rise of singing telegrams — including Fingers’ nightmare scenario of receiving one.


Black Friday memories, mayhem, and today’s endless “deals” — from 98-inch TVs under $1,000 to conversations about whether any of us really need designer sneakers, more AirPods, or another laptop.


PC vs. Mac truce negotiations, because do either of them even know what version of Windows exists anymore?

Throughout, Tony and Fingers keep the Rare Pink smoke rolling, noting shifts from spice to hay to wood, and reflecting on how this year’s cigars and bourbons stack up heading into their Top Cigars & Top Bourbons of 2025 lists.

It’s the perfect post-holiday episode: relaxed, flavorful, a little silly, and full of those classic Eat! Drink! Smoke! left-turn conversations you can’t get anywhere else.

All that, and more, on an all-new Eat Drink Smoke!

Follow Eat Drink Smoke on social media!
X (Formerly Twitter): @GoEatDrinkSmoke
Facebook: @eatdrinksmoke
IG: @EatDrinkSmokePodcast

The Podcast is Free! Click Below!

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Stitcher 
Spotify

Slowed down, stuffed, and still smoking &mdash; Tony Katz and Fingers Malloy ride out Thanksgiving weekend with a rare Arturo Fuente and a whole lot of cultural madness.
Tony and Fingers ease into the holiday haze with the Arturo Fuente Rare Pink &ldquo;Sophisticated Hooker&rdquo; &mdash; a 7&frac14; x 53 Diadema with an Ecuadorian Habano wrapper, Dominican and Nicaraguan fillers, and a white-pepper spice that works its way across the palate. They break down why Rare Pinks are so coveted, whether they&rsquo;re worth the chase, and how MSRP ($17.75) becomes fantasy once the secondary market gets involved.
The guys also recap Tony&rsquo;s Thanksgiving cigar marathon (yes, six cigars in 30 hours), the joys of brisket smoking overnight, and why cold-weather cigar logistics separate the casuals from the committed.
From there, they swing into a deeply fun, deeply ridiculous cultural grab bag:
<ul data-start="1132" data-end="1785">
<li data-start="1132" data-end="1335">
Influencers behaving badly &mdash; including a chronic dine-and-dash &ldquo;Instagram star&rdquo; arrested six times for scamming New York restaurants, even trying to barter stolen kitchen shears at Peter Luger&rsquo;s.
</li>
<li data-start="1336" data-end="1466">
The decline of thank-you notes and the rise of singing telegrams &mdash; including Fingers&rsquo; nightmare scenario of receiving one.
</li>
<li data-start="1467" data-end="1670">
Black Friday memories, mayhem, and today&rsquo;s endless &ldquo;deals&rdquo; &mdash; from 98-inch TVs under $1,000 to conversations about whether any of us really need designer sneakers, more AirPods, or another laptop.
</li>
<li data-start="1671" data-end="1785">
PC vs. Mac truce negotiations, because do either of them even know what version of Windows exists anymore?
</li>
</ul>
Throughout, Tony and Fingers keep the Rare Pink smoke rolling, noting shifts from spice to hay to wood, and reflecting on how this year&rsquo;s cigars and bourbons stack up heading into their Top Cigars &amp; Top Bourbons of 2025 lists.
It&rsquo;s the perfect post-holiday episode: relaxed, flavorful, a little silly, and full of those classic Eat! Drink! Smoke! left-turn conversations you can&rsquo;t get anywhere else.
All that, and more, on an all-new Eat Drink Smoke!
Follow Eat Drink Smoke on social media! X (Formerly Twitter): @GoEatDrinkSmoke Facebook: @eatdrinksmoke IG: @EatDrinkSmokePodcast
The Podcast is Free! Click Below!
Apple Podcasts Amazon Music Stitcher&nbsp; Spotify

Happy Hour -- Arturo Fuente Rare Pink Sophisticated Hooker

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Happy Hour -- Pinnacle Sublime

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