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Hoops, Recovery, Community: Sean Mobley of Cigar TV’s Inspiring Story

podcast May 25, 2026


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In this episode of Puff, Sip, Chat, host Reggie Kimble sits down with Sean Mobley of Cigar TV to discuss his journey from basketball to cigars and building a digital media brand. Get straight insights into the cigar industry’s evolution, recovery, and new technology. – Sean’s transition from Division 1 basketball to launching Cigar TV – The generational shift happening in the cigar industry – Overcoming personal struggles and finding community through cigars – Innovations, challenges, and growth strategies in cigar media and tech – Real advice for new entrepreneurs and those in recovery looking for a fresh start.

00:00 Childhood memories of collecting cigar bands from their father and uncle during holidays.
04:38 The generational shift in both manufacturing companies and among cigar smokers, with younger generations taking over leadership roles.
09:13 Dealing with addiction
10:36 Motivation and passion in the off-camera conversations
13:30 The Mobley Family Business: Media
16:39 The challenges of marketing within the cigar and tobacco industry. 
20:19 Traveling the World to get the story of cigars.
24:58 The  future: Will we one day see a virtual reality cigar lounge where people can meet and smoke together in a VR environment? 
27:22 Connection is the true opposite of addiction
28:56 Show wrap-up and SMOKE-DOGG.COM

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