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PODCAST VDGPODCAST VDG#369 DANIELA COMPARETTO SOC │ Escuela de Patín ArtísticoDANIELA COMPARETTO  Profesora Nacional de Educación Física  Técnica Nacional de Patín Artístico Coordinadora de SOC │ Escuela de Patín Artístico  🛼 🛼 . SOC │ Escuelas de Deportes para todas las edades Alquiler de canchas de Tenis y Fútbol 7  Grupo de running  │ Guarda de embarcaciones  Quincho con parrilleros │ Bar │ Despensa Piletas de natación  . ▶️ Sede 01 │ José Hernández 742 │ 341 3 42 5524 │ 453 7422 ▶️ Sede 02 │ José Hernández 831 │ 341 6 41 6000 ▶️ Sede 03 │ Avenida Colombres 1450 │ 341 7 42 0475 │ 469 3950 🌐www.sorrentoopen.com │ En redes: Sorrento Open Club . #patin #sorrento #mejoren2024-04-1913 minThe Aware MindThe Aware MindHow to do "The Emotional Work" and Lower Your Anxiety in Significant WaysSend us a textIn this episode, Sarah and her guest Mike Comparetto, a licensed therapist, discuss the reasons why doing "emotional work" lowers your anxiety. Emotional work involves identifying specific words to describe your emotions, being mindful of your body during emotions, being aware of your thinking during emotions and supporting yourself with validation and compassion. If you are curious about broadening your emotional spectrum as a means of soothing your nervous system, moving into acceptance, and decreasing your anxiety, then this is the episode for you. Mike is an expert in his field and offers...2023-10-2028 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastConsumer Tasting Groups - Join and win!Have you ever struggled to name the flavors that you perceive when smoking a cigar? Or have you ever wondered if it's the cigar or if it's you to be off? Have you ever met friends who could not agree on what to think about a cigar? Did you ever try to define a cigar's flavor profile, but then realize that everyone with whom you talk to has defined a totally different profile? Build consensus in an authentic way Learn more about tasting in general Understand how your tasting skills compare to others' Clearly...2023-10-1004 minWeb3 goes MainstreamWeb3 goes Mainstream35: Comparetto, Co-founder Web3 Studios at SalesforceIn this conversation, Nick Abrahams interviews Max Comparetto, the co-founder of Web3 Studios at Salesforce. The discussion delves into the definition of Web3, where Max highlights its relation to blockchain and wallet-connected apps. The conversation then transitions into Salesforce's Web3 solutions, which provide brands the capability to integrate Web3 data with their existing CRM systems, fostering better customer engagement and loyalty.   Links:Web3 Studios Salesforce websiteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-08-3129 minThe Mike Fallat PodcastThe Mike Fallat Podcast#021 - Daniel Comparetto (The Long Game)Mike Interviews Daniel.Imagine waking up one day and you don't where to go, you don't know who you are, and you don't know who you want to become. Sadly, that's a common occurrence for many men and women all over the world. In this book, you will learn how Daniel was able to look in the mirror and find a way out of that dark place. It begins with the willingness to play the long game. Most people are looking for shortcuts and cheat codes to get from A to B. However, that's not the case...2023-08-1343 minRPGFan\'s Rhythm EncounterRPGFan's Rhythm Encounter114 - Incomparettable: Piano Covers with Kara ComparettoHave you ever wanted an inside look at what it's like to write covers from classics like Chrono Trigger and Final Fantasy VI, perform, and run a stream/YouTube channel? Then this episode is for you. It's another special interview episode here on Rhythm Encounter, and we're fortunate to be joined by talented pianist, streamer, and arranger Kara Comparetto! She joined us to discuss her work and performance-driven RPG music in general, from costume-making to learning the subtle differences in playing piano, pipe organ, and harpsichord (including recording yourself doing different parts of the same song to fit them...2023-07-311h 09The Aware MindThe Aware MindTips for Building Your Sense of Self-Worth with Simple Mindfulness Approaches that Really Work!Send us a textIn this episode, Sarah and her guest, Mike Comparetto, unpack what it means to have biases, especially the ones that are self-defeating. Do you know what your core beliefs are? For most people, these beliefs are completely unconscious. However, with mindfulness, you can uncover these beliefs and see how they act as a hurdle to you achieving your goals and becoming your best self.   Research shows it takes just a few minutes of mindfulness practice to overcome your cognitive biases that are negatively affecting your confidence and causing stress. Listen and learn many t...2023-07-1530 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastWhy is Cohiba the most expensive cigar brand?Why are Cuban Cohiba's now more expensive than ever? In this episode we discuss: the causes of supply disruptions the causes of demand increase the response of most cigar producers the Habanos new pricing strategy the "truly rare" effect vs. scarcity and exclusivity marketing strategies the emerging Chinese consumers filling the empty shelves left by truly rare Cuban cigars finding the best cigars replaing the truly rare Cuban cigars Tool to find great cigars similar to any that is hard to find: Independent personalized recommendations: https://www.cigarsense.com/ - from any cigar analysis...2023-07-1008 minThe Aware MindThe Aware MindFour Reasons Paying Attention to Body Sensations Eases Us through Difficulty, Including Stress, Panic and DepressionSend us a textIn this episode, Sarah and her guest, licensed therapist Mike Comparetto, discuss why simple body awareness exercises help us better process our emotions, gain a better perspective and move us through difficult situations in a healthy way.  Our psyche comes up with a million reasons to resist our experience. And we usually follow through on most of them. However, accepting, instead of, resisting our experience is better for us in the long run. Listen to this episode and learn how you can easily use mindfulness to move into acceptance and feel more confident, c...2023-05-2035 minVigilantes Radio Live!Vigilantes Radio Live!The Domenique Comparetto of Altered State Interview (Juno).In this episode of Vigilantes Radio hosted by Dini, we meet Dominique Comparetto, a marketer and artist who shares her unique perspective on the intersection of art and business. Dominique discusses her work at Altered State Productions, her background in art school and business school, and how she applies her creative approach to problem-solving for clients. Join us as we explore the connection between art and marketing with Dominique.https://www.alteredstateprod.com/https://www.instagram.com/alteredstateprod/https://twitter.com/alteredstatedtxhttps://www.starterstory.com/stories/altered-state-productionshttps://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/23/02/ab30998930...2023-05-0626 minVigilantes Radio Live!Vigilantes Radio Live!The Domenique Comparetto of Altered State Interview (Juno).In this episode of Vigilantes Radio hosted by Dini, we meet Dominique Comparetto, a marketer and artist who shares her unique perspective on the intersection of art and business. Dominique discusses her work at Altered State Productions, her background in art school and business school, and how she applies her creative approach to problem-solving for clients. Join us as we explore the connection between art and marketing with Dominique. #interview #discover #explore #exploremore #domeniquecomparetto #alteredstateproductions #vigilantesradiolive #dini #weekly #youarewelcomedhere #extraordinarypeople #podzquadnetwork #podzquadhttps://www.alteredstateprod.com/ https://www.instagram.com/alteredstateprod/ https://twitter.com/alteredstatedtx https://www.starterstory.com/stories...2023-05-0626 minThe Outlier Ventures PodcastThe Outlier Ventures PodcastWeb3 Solutions in the Web2 Corporate Landscape, with Max Comparetto of SalesforceIn today's episode of The Metaverse Podcast, we talk to Max Comparetto, co-founder at Salesforce Web3 Studio, with the mission to build customer loyalty in Web3 on a trusted platform. Max joins our host and CEO, Jamie Burke, to discuss the personal journey of integrating Web3 into a Web2 corporate environment. If you're involved in a B2B business and considering Web3 solutions, this episode is for you. Tune in to: Discover the highs and lows of creating a Web3 division within Salesforce; Learn about the blockchain solution products offered by Salesforce; Understand how to handle...2023-04-1035 minTideline TalksTideline TalksEp 73: Kayla Comparetto from Peak Nutrition & FitnessToday’s episode features Kayla Comparetto, owner/founder of Peak Nutrition & Fitness. She chats with Dr. Michael about her pivot from coaching crossfit to her own nutrition and fitness coaching. Kayla also discusses her new personal venture into her upcoming physique competition. They also discuss the importance of setting realistic goals and expectations with clients and patients. Kayla is very active on social media and does a great job of pushing people to be the best version of themselves while also supporting a balanced lifestyle. -- IG: @Kayla_Comparetto Website: https://www.PeakNutritionAndFitness.co...2023-04-0448 minNo BS around Web3 | WavectNo BS around Web3 | WavectBuilding a Web3 Product in Corporate Environments - Max ComparettoCorporate environments face unique challenges when it comes to implementing new technologies - from compliance, reputation- and risk management.    About Max Comparetto: - Co-Founder of Salesforce Web3 Studio - TIMEpieces Community Council Member at TIME - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxcomparetto/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/max_comparetto About Kevin Riedl: - Founder of Wavect (Web3 Software Agency) - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wsdt/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/Wavect_eth     ---   Need a Smart Contract? Easy - hit us in the DMs:  https...2023-02-1247 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastUncovering the unrecognized cigarsTop cigars lists time seems to have ended for the season, but there are many excellent cigars that haven't been recognized. In this episode we discuss: How can more of the excellent cigars be recognized? What is quality, anyway? How can we know, before buying it, if we will like a cigar? Reviewers' personal preferences, a must have bias? What are the best ways to make informed buying decisions? References: Product Excellence Awards program: https://www.cigarsense.com/product-excellence-awards-by-cigar-sense/ Science-based tasting education: https://www.cigarsense.com/courses/a-cigar-tasting-course/ Independent personalized recommendations: https://www.cigarsense...2023-02-0205 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastChatGPT, can it help cigar lovers?  What is ChatGPT? Challenges Opportunities for the cigar industry Test: what are the flavors of cigar X? Test: personalized cigar recommendations Garbage in, garbage out? Google, will it detect AI content? The powerful bigger picture For more about the sensory and cultural world of cigars, visit https://www.cigarsense.com/. To learn more about ChatGPT: https://openai.com/blog/chatgpt/2023-01-1609 minThe DeckThe DeckDavid Comparetto (King of Hearts, Florida)Our card this week is David Comparetto, the King of Hearts from Florida. When a 30-year-old man with disabilities is brutally murdered, stuffed into the trunk of his car, and set on fire, law enforcement in Southwest Florida is left in horror and with few clues to follow. For 29 years the crime has gone unsolved but now could be the season of justice for David Comparetto. If you have any information about the murder of David Comparetto, please call the Lee County Sheriff’s Office and Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers at 1-800-780-8477 -- or y...2022-06-0826 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastIs it the cigar or am I off?We get questions from our members. Recently Albert, a long time member, asked us: “Sometimes while smoking a familiar cigar, I sense more bitterness or other sensory impressions than usual, and I wonder if it’s actually the cigar, or in fact I am off. I'm excluding any obvious source of prejudice like very bitter or spicy foods just before smoking. Do people’s senses vary? Is there a method to calibrate one’s sense of taste and aroma just before having a smoke?” Some members of our panel discuss and reply to Albert's questions. References: On priming mind and p...2022-03-3013 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastProduct Excellence Awards program intro and first awardCigar Sense launched a “Product Excellence Award” program, to provide recognition to those premium cigars producers that consistently meet high standards in terms of draw, burn, production consistency, sensory and other key quality indicators, and meet a majority of consumers’ preferences much better than other cigars. If you want to understand: what this award means why it’s different from other cigar recognitions which is the first cigar manufacturer who received the award this short episode is for you.   REFERENCES: Product Excellence Award program: https://www.cigarsense.com/product-excellence-awards-by-cigar-sense/ Fir...2022-03-2407 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastThe Sisters of the Leaf Global MovementDr. Anastasia Psomiadi, founder and leader of the global social initiative “Sisters of the Leaf Global Movement”, envisions a world in which people have the strength to break the stereotypes. Her life’s motto is: “Blissful people are the unchained ones and, to be unchained, should be brave”. - Thucydides, Pericles' Funeral Oration When she has an idea, Anastasia turns it from dream to strategy. On one axis we have us, how we behave, the choices we make and how we decide to live our lives. We are stronger than stereotypes. On the oth...2022-02-1743 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastCigar beginner foreverIs it good to remain a cigar beginner forever? In the cigar industry, knowledge is almost entirely transferred verbally and this generates a lot of opportunities for misconceptions and errors. Additional attention is needed when trying to pass on potential knowledge that others cannot easily verify. How does being an apprentice protect you when you feel uncomfortable? How does it allow you to exercise your freedom of personal choice? And how can it help you find your own identity as a cigar lover?   References: Habanos World Challenge: https://www.c...2022-02-0813 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastPerdomo brand, a short historyOur members asked us to talk more about brands history, in addition to cigar tasting related topics. Therefore, in this episode, we are sharing a few facts about the history of the Perdomo brand: from countertrends to chemical analyses, cigar production innovation in a nutshell. References: Ferri Luigi, "Storia del sigaro. Mitologia, tradizione e cultura", Odoya, 2019: https://www.ibs.it/storia-del-sigaro-mitologia-tradizione-libro-luigi-ferri/e/9788862884907 Wikipedia: https://www.wikipedia.org/ Cigar Sense video: https://youtu.be/QuHxtUL1pco2022-01-0606 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastPartagás brand, a short historyOur members asked us to talk more about brands history, in addition to cigar tasting related topics. Therefore, in this episode, we are sharing a few facts about the history of the Partagás brand: from 1845 to the Cuban revolution, General Cigar Dominicana and the American market trademark. References mentioned in this episode: Ferri Luigi, "Storia del sigaro. Mitologia, tradizione e cultura", Odoya, 2019: https://www.ibs.it/storia-del-sigaro-mitologia-tradizione-libro-luigi-ferri/e/9788862884907 Cuban Cigar Website: https://www.cubancigarwebsite.com/ Cigar Sense: https://www.cigarsense.com/ 2021-12-2808 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastThe Greater China perspectiveWe discuss the cigar consumer in Greater China with Eric Piras. Eric Piras has an incredible experience of over 25 years in the cigar industry. He is based in Hong Kong, where he manages his import-export cigar trading Cigraal Ltd, the agent for brands such as Arturo Fuente, Ashton, Joya de Nicaragua, Mombacho, Gerard and Maya Selva.  In Hong Kong, he also operates Bertie Cigar Lounge, setting the mark for a new era of cigar smoking, with the largest selection of New World cigars in Hong Kong, patronized by a younger and more feminine crowd. Eric h...2021-12-0442 minTideline TalksTideline TalksEpisode 2: Kayla Comparetto from Crossfit LenaDr. Michael talks with Kayla Comparetto, coach at CrossFit Lena, about her entry into CrossFit after serving in the Marine Corps and how she made her way to the Lakewood Ranch area. Kayla is a veteran, CrossFit Level 2 certified coach, Precision Nutrition level 1 certified, and a mom of 2! -- Website: CrossFit Lena Instagram: CrossFit Lena Facebook: CrossFit Lena2021-11-2333 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastBlind tests, are they worth the effort?Blind tests or open tests? Are blind tests worth the effort? People have all sorts of opinions about this because there are different purposes for doing tests. Episode summary Purposes for blind tests: 1. guide consumers to buy the best cigars for them 2. leisure (hedonic type of tests) Purposes for open tests: 1. persuade consumers to buy cigars based on symbols 2. decide whether to import/distribute/resell a cigar 3. assess brand or line specificity Single taster or panel, is there any difference? The imperative of focus2021-11-0620 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastA must-have status symbol?We recently spoke about how unique is our taste with Aniello Buonincontro, who wrote the book, “Degustazione Razionale”, which means rational tasting. He researched anthropology, sociology, neuroscience and psychology. He also studied the issues concerning the characteristics of the premium cigar in relation to marketing and consumption.  Aniello is a certified sommelier and a Cigar Journal panelist. He has been in charge of the most renowned cigar courses in Italy (Catadores courses by the Cigar Club Association). He actually is an aeronautical engineer. Nine years ago, he left his job as production manager in a multinational company and be...2021-10-2243 minSeeking Closure: Lee County\'s Cold CasesSeeking Closure: Lee County's Cold CasesHomicide 93-110667 - David ComparettoIt was the fall of 1993 in Southwest Florida. The warm nights were getting shorter and shorter and the reality of what actually unfolded on the night of October 16th would haunt this Florida town for decades to come. Fire department officials were dispatched to a vehicle on fire in Lehigh Acres. They would find 30-year-old David Comparetto dead. He was murdered under extremely suspicious circumstances.David was a single man who grew up with disabilities and struggled to find his place in life. David wanted to b...2021-10-1432 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense technology: is it AI based?We regularly get questions from our followers and also members about the technology we use at Cigar Sense. David Wells, vice-president, co-founder and technologist at Cigar Sense, explains how Cigar Sense works, why our technology is not AI and gives us insights on many more connected aspects. Quick episode summary How does Cigar Sense work? Knowing how to name an aroma A solution: Profile Advisor Helping the industry with a standardized language Is this AI? Data privacy Why isn't there an app? References ...2021-09-0817 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastThe Cigar Sense panelThe Cigar Sense panel is a key instrument that allows consumers to know what a cigar actually delivers to the senses. On top of to consumers, the trained sensory panel work is dedicated to anyone who wants to know and market the cigar for what it is. Quick episode summary Benefits vs. mainstream marketing or promotional copy Difference between consumers (or untrained tasters) and trained tasters within a sensory panel The purpose of the trained sensory panel How many panelists (aka analysts) should there be? The sensory analysis system The...2021-08-2018 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastIs more cigar choice better?Is more cigar choice better? Today we have a plethora of choices of premium cigars. We discuss what are the possible motivations for people to choose from many cigars or from less and identify one solution to fill the gap between many choices and "good enough for me", in respect of our individual taste. Quick episode summary Is having more cigar choice a better way to satisfy our needs? Choosing between the best or “good enough for me” Why do some people always want to try all cigars? How do we know what...2021-07-3009 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastHow unique is our taste?If you had an idea of what your unique personal taste is about, after listening to this episode you may look at some things differently. Aniello Buonincontro wrote a book, "Degustazione Razionale", which means rational tasting. He researched anthropology, sociology, neuroscience and psychology. He also studied the issues concerning the characteristics of the premium cigar in relation to marketing and consumption. Aniello is a certified sommelier and a Cigar Journal panelist. He has been in charge of the most renowned cigar courses in Italy (Catadores by the Cigar Club Association). He actually is an aeronautical e...2021-07-0950 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastChoosing cigars for luxuryWe all have our individual needs and values. Often so many of them are combined together. Even if it might not be a priority for us to consider premium cigars as luxury products, at least consciously, we may recognize some patterns discussed in this episode.   Quick episode summary What needs lead us to buy premium cigars as luxury products? Among the wide variety of cigars, which ones do we tend to choose based on such needs? Where does knowledge fit in the luxury picture? Some challenges for cigar companies. A...2021-06-2313 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastThe history of the Dunhill Cuban cigarsThe history of the Dunhill Cuban cigars was presented at the III International Symposium "Habana/Habanos"2009, an event gathering historians, museum workers, researchers of different branches, journalists, collectors, artists, trader, sommeliers with the propose of, a.o., sharing researches and accumulated experiences on the Habanos economy and analyze the links between the tobacco industry and the Cuban national history, culture and identity. You can read the full transcript of the lecture at https://www.cigarsense.com/the-history-of-the-dunhill-cuban-cigars/ Alex Iapichino is General Counsel and Group Company Secretary of Naked Wines plc, the leading direct to consumer...2021-06-0428 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastDoubts and reactions to sensory analysisMany doubts, reactions, engagements and questions indicate the interest that the cigar industry is showing in sensory analysis. We welcome them all. Join Cigar Sense for free [https://www.cigarsense.com/] and get your personalized recommendations powered by technology and sensory analysis!   Quick episode summary What is the meaning of "tasting"? What is different from food & beverage products when applying sensory analysis to cigars? Can the results drive products adrift? Is the individual drowned in the average? Does the individual become data to be mediated? Do o...2021-05-2033 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastA new profession in the cigar industryThis episode is based on our article Sensory analysis, a misunderstood discipline. Franca explains some key factors that drive misconceptions when it is about sensory analysis: it deals with subjective data sensory science is a young research area anyone can evaluate cigars many expert tasters many obsolete tasting guides a lot of academic literature, little sharing of benefits among non-academic communities companies like to tell consumers what to sense, even if it's wrong why should marketing teams believe results from sensory tests that are inconsistent with their own evaluations? why, on the contrary, is there trust on influencers, wh...2021-05-1127 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastMade in Cayman, nonprofitFranca interviewed Scott Haugh, Director of The Haugh Family Foundation and co-founder of Cayman Cigar Company. Cayman Cigar Company has a unique story in that they are the world's first and only premium cigar company to give 100% of all net profits to charity. They are helping Caymanians in addiction recovery in Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands through their nonprofit The Bridge Foundation (www.thebridgefoundationcayman.org) and growing tobacco at their nonprofit Beacon Farms (www.beaconfarmscayman.org). Beacon Farms employs graduates of The Bridge Foundation and teaches sustainable farming practices while providing stable careers for deserving local residents who...2021-04-2028 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastOn Cuban cigars and their marketingAna Lopez started working in the tobacco industry in 1984. She is a former operational marketing director of Habanos and participated in the creation of more than a hundred of new lines and products and of concepts, such as the Habanos limited editions, Colección Habanos, and even Habanosommelier. She is also founder of the Habanos festival. Ana is currently a sales advisor at the company Hunters & Frankau in the UK. She is Master in Havana cigars. Together with her husband, Ana has recently started venturing into YouTube and created the Cigar Ritual Channel [https://www.y...2021-04-131h 00Cigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastMade in Africa: Bongani cigarsBongani Cigars is the first African Cigar brand. Their premium cigars are made in Mozambique and they are growing their presence across Africa, Europe and the US. Kamal Moukheiber discusses with Franca about: the African cigar tobacco tradition the young open-minded African consumer: as they become more mature and wealthier, they shift from international to what talks to their identity the scent of Ghana cedar wood the Mozambican production team with a Dominican undertone culture and more. --- Log-in or sign-up for free at cigarsense.com to download your free ebook "Our senses...2021-03-1923 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastNicholas SyrisFrom Greece to the USA to Saudi Arabia to Cuba, the principles and international mindset of Nicholas Syris convey that the road less traveled, when choosing, enjoying and marketing premium cigars, is not always easy, but provide the highest satisfaction. Nicholas has a deep experience in tobacco, blending, understanding consumers and a lot more. Lots to learn from him. He is the LH (Lavida Habana) Premium Cigars brand owner and  blender, as well as a Cuba "expert". --- Log-in or sign-up for free at cigarsense.com to download your free ebook "O...2021-03-141h 16Cigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastInterTabac @ Messe DortmundAngelika Bauer has been working for Messe Dortmund and since 2006 and is the Project Director of InterTabac and InterSupply. In this episode, we discuss the trade show mission and goals, how visitors can access the show, the forthcoming activities and more. Visit their LinkedIn page at https://www.linkedin.com/company/intertabac/ for more updates. 2021-02-2319 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastEl Artista - 3rd generation innovationIn this episode, industrial engineer Radhames Rodriguez discusses the benefits of Tabacalera El Artista vertical integration from farms to factory to distribution. He is a young innovator, always thinking outside of the box, while respecting the family tradition. We also discussed: the use of the sensory language in marketing; the challenge of determining the characterizing flavors of cigars produced with a particular tobacco in a particular terroir; the objectivity of cigar analyses based on statistics; the premium cigar on its way to become an intangible cultural heritage in the Dominican Republic and more. Radhames Rodriguez...2021-01-3136 minBuilding the Future: Green Building in the New MillenniumBuilding the Future: Green Building in the New MillenniumInterview w/ John Semmelhack (Think Little)John Semmelhack is a Passive House consultant, energy-efficiency expert and Founder of Think-Little in Charlottesville, VA. He works in a specific region of the country where 75% of new homes (2014) opted to receive a HERS energy rating despite the lack of local and state incentives for "high-performing" buildings. John and I discuss many of the benefits and challenges involved with the Passive House approach as well as nuances related to climate-specific and client-specific design. Fact: Three huge benefits of Passive House are increased Comfort, Health, & Efficiency!   Episode Sponsor - www.sustainablehomesofthefuture.com C...2021-01-1959 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastOn cigar reviews - usefulness and standardsIn this episode, Randy Griggs and Franca discuss about cigar reviews, their usefulness and whether some standards might help increase it. Randy Griggs has worked in the craft beer industry for 19 years, establishing himself as a flavor sensory specialist. After becoming a beer judge at age 21, Randy followed up with a BBQ judge certification and is studying to become a beverage and spirits specialist, as well as a cigar sommelier. Randy has worked with event production teams to develop beer educational events throughout the country, including the Great American Beer Festival as well as a speaker at...2020-12-241h 05Cigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastThe sensory world of Room 101 CigarsIn this episode Franca discusses the sensory world of Room 101 Cigars with Matt Booth. Learn about the key principles that drive Matt's personal and business activities. He has a special way to describe his cigars using emotions. However, Matt also pays attention to the sensory language and to the way it affects branding, as well as, inversely, to how branding affects sensory. We also talk about his top priorities when creating a new blend, reviews ethics and intangible cultural heritage. Matt says "I maintain a steadfast resolve to both explore my personal interest and connection...2020-12-221h 04OldGuyTalksToMeOldGuyTalksToMe57. FRANCA COMPARETTO of CIGARSENSEThe Cigar Sommelier SUBSCRIBE SHARE REVIEW Please excuse the bad audio in places due to internet issues. in a few places but still worth the listen Franca Comparetto began her cigar quest over 15 years ago. She started with generic cigar education,obtaining her first catador diploma from the Cigar Club Association in Italy, then continued with Tobacconist University and International Association of Cigar Sommeliers. As she developed particular interest in the sensory aspects of the cigar, she became a Professional Taster (ISO 8586-1/2),a Sensory Panel Leader, and completed further studies...2020-12-1045 minOldGuyTalksToMeOldGuyTalksToMe57. FRANCA COMPARETTO of CIGARSENSEThe Cigar Sommelier SUBSCRIBE SHARE REVIEW Please excuse the bad audio in places due to internet issues. in a few places but still worth the listen Franca Comparetto began her cigar quest over 15 years ago. She started with generic cigar education,obtaining her first catador diploma from the Cigar Club Association in Italy, then continued with Tobacconist University and International Association of Cigar Sommeliers. As she developed particular interest in the sensory aspects of the cigar, she became a Professional Taster (ISO 8586-1/2),a Sensory Panel Leader, and completed further studies...2020-12-1045 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastCorrelation or causality?In episode "Correlation or causality?" David Wells, VP and co-founder of Cigar Sense, explains the key principles that drive the accuracy of our cigar recommendations. He also talks about the differences between online recommendations based on data correlation, aka big data analytics,  as opposed to recommendations based on data causality, aka deep data analytics. In statistics, "correlation does not prove causality" refers to the inability to legitimately deduce a cause-and-effect relationship between two variables solely on the basis of an observed association or correlation between them. Bottom line, on one hand you can invest virtually all...2020-11-3014 minEmpty BettersEmpty BettersEpisode 49: The New York Islanders (feat. Dean Peluso & Mike Comparetto)The boys are joined by Islander fans Dean Peluso and Mike Comparetto to discuss the current state and future direction of the New York Islanders. They cover everything from the Isles deep playoff run to the impending Matt Barzal contract situation. In addition to the Islanders talk the boys also look at several key injuries around the league as well as the latest news and signings. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/empty-betters/support 2020-11-111h 25Cigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastAre we telling the truth to cigar manufacturers?You might have heard us often saying that for cigar consumers it is of utmost importance to be heard by manufacturers, so we can hope to see our preferences taken into consideration. This determines how easy or hard it is for us to get to smoke what we actually like. But how do we communicate our preferences to cigar manufacturers and, above all, how authentic is our feedback to them? Franca shares her inner-views on the topic. — This podcast is brought to you by Cigar Sense founders and paid members. ...2020-11-0111 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastSensory analysis or tastings?What is the difference between sensory analysis and tastings? What is important when selecting assessors? What are the benefits for producers, marketers and consumers when use is made of sensory analysis? The are the most recurring errors when identifying aromas? Who is a sensorialist? And a lot more was discussed with our guest, Luigi Odello: Oenologist, journalist, adjunct professor at Italian and foreign universities, founder of Odello Associati, president of the Centro Studi Assaggiatori and of the Istituto Internazionale Assaggiatori Caffè, managing director of Narratori del Gusto (Taste Storytellers), Istituto Eccellenze Italiane Certificate and Istituto Internazionale Chocolier, a...2020-10-1551 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastThe sense of cigars in the Arab EmiratesJasim Ahmed conveys the sense that cigars assume in the Arab Emirates. Overall cigars are drivers of curiosity, creativity, innovation, culture and lifestyle. Education plays an important role, especially in today's digital era where anybody can divulge disinformation extremely fast. What makes sense when lighting a cigar? And what makes sense in the humidification debate? Are barrel aged cigars a breach of religious belief? Why is Cohiba the most sought after brand in the UAE? Jasim Ahmed is Master of Habanos, cigar sommelier and style influencer. He works for the official distributor of Habanos in...2020-09-261h 11Cigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastThe many shades of pairingsThere are so many different pairing possibilities with cigars, and many shades within the same products. We talked about some of them with Oscar Marulanda: wine and spirits sommelier, cigar sommelier, tea sommelier, water sommelier and chocolate taster. Oscar's vocation and passion for oenology, services, beverages, and pairings allowed him to work in active ways to contribute and improve the gastronomy industry and relevant economic progress in the Colombia. He promotes knowledge and service quality based on high standards. Oscar is currently partner and co-founder at NAOS Company - Integral services in Enogastronomy. He has creative...2020-09-2540 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastIl top dell'associazionismoEpisode "Il top dell'associazionismo" (The top of the cigar association life) is recorded in Italian. Francesco Minetti is: President of the Cigar Club Matelica since 2005 Organizer of the Encuentro Amigos de Partagas President of the Cigar Club Association (CCA) since 2010 Hombre Habano Award 2017 - for the communication category CCA Man award in 2019 Lecturer for Entrenamiento Basico and Catadores courses since 2005 The translation of a summary of the interview is available at https://www.cigarsense.com/il-top-dellassociazionismo/ or cigarsense > journal > podcast — This podcast is brought to you by Cigar Sense founders and pa...2020-09-241h 47Cigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastUnderstanding rumWhat are the different rum styles? How is rum produced and distilled? What are the keys to rum aging and angel share? What are the best rum tasting glasses? We discussed all this and a lot more with Valerie Bradshaw, our guest in the Cigar Sense Parlor. Valerie is a professional wine, spirits and cigars assessor. She is also a member of the Cigar Sense expert panel. — This podcast is brought to you by Cigar Sense founders and paid members. With the free Cigar Sense membership, you can obtain personalized recommendations of cigars th...2020-09-221h 21Cigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastMs. master cigar sommelierWe talked about learning how to pair gourmet products and about the value of education. Cigar smoking can remain a hobby and still offer you much more pleasure if you decide to learn alongside professionals, the sommeliers who learn to advance in their career. The discussion also showcases a great example of a woman in the cigar world who is not discriminated but rather respectful and respected. Danays León P. di Sperlinga was born and raised in Cuba. She co-owns Sperlinga Tobacco, is a Sommelier and Habanos Sommelier certified in Cuba, as well as Master Cigar S...2020-09-0445 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastThe world's leading cigar magazineReinhold C. Widmayer is Senior Editor in Chief at Cigar Journal, the world's leading cigar magazine. We asked him: what are the fastest growing countries in terms of cigar consumption and events how consumption changed due to Covid-19 what he would like to see changing in the premium cigar industry what consumers look for in education how the top cigars lists and trophies processes work how the tasting panel works what's the state of the art for cigar media today what his dream interview is and what flavors he looks for in a cigar ... Reinhold C. Widmayer's...2020-09-041h 04Cigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastThe science of cigar tastingWhen enjoying a cigar, everything is fair. But when focusing on a cigar, either for a technical tasting or to get to know the most enjoyable impressions of your cigar, there are considerations you may want to make. These are intended to enable a tasting that is as objective as humanly possible and to avoid interactions with your mind and sensory receptors. Constantin Heitkamp was our guest in the Cigar Sense Parlor. Constantin started his career with a strong interest in the scientific backgrounds of wine, other beverages and food. This has taken him halfway around the w...2020-09-011h 48Cigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastMayan inspiredWe discussed the Mayan tradition, which inspired Oscar Valladares' creativity in his cigars' packaging, but not only. We also talked about misconceptions in cigar reviews, what's good and less good in the cigar industry, and more... Oscar Valladares started working with Rocky Patel in 2011. His passion for cigars grew and, in 2012, he started his own production in Danli (south of Honduras, near Nicaragua). His most popular creation was that of cigars wrapped in an unfermented tobacco leaf instead of cellophane. This is the result of a deep connection and admiration for the Mayan history. Today Oscar grows...2020-08-3032 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastOn yachts, women and cigarsWe discuss yachts, women and cigars with Nikki Glenn. Yachts and cigars paired by Nikki. How did she go about such unusual pairings? And how do we evolve from the flavored cigars that tobacconists often recommend to women? Nikki Glenn is a classically trained violinist and vocalist who performs for private, corporate and special events. She performs jazzy electric violin instrumentals and smooth contemporary vocals. Nikki has shared the stage with artists including the Black Eyed Peas, the Moody Blues, Bernadette Peters, and Johnny Mathis. She is affectionately known as the Yacht Violinist for h...2020-08-2833 minHVAC School - For Techs, By TechsHVAC School - For Techs, By TechsDuct Installation Best PracticesIn this podcast episode, Neil Comparetto from Comparetto Comfort Solutions joins Bryan and Kaleb to discuss some duct installation best practices he has learned. You might be able to take away some of his duct installation tips and apply them in the field. Neil used to focus a lot on making the ducts look good, but nowadays, he focuses a lot more on performance; the work of art is in the data, not the beauty of the building materials. The quality of the seal on the duct is more important than the duct's appearance. Neil focuses a...2020-08-2059 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastWine and spirits styles, their sensory characteristicsValerie Bradshaw is a super credentialed wine, spirits and cigars assessor. She is also a member of the Cigar Sense expert panel. With her, we talked about: the sommelier educational path and what you can learn in a wine educational program the tools Valerie uses to keep the nose trained and develop the olfactory vocabulary a key difference between tasting wine vs. cigars the effects of malolactic fermentation when it comes to choosing wines to pair with cigars why we should not confuse the crispness of white wines done in stainless with acidity. Why acidity is important in...2020-08-1859 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastOn vintage cigars and auctionsWhat is a vintage cigar vs. a rare cigar? What are the stages for aging cigars from procurement to sale? At what conditions is it best to store cigars for aging? Is ventilation good in the first couple of years? What’s the correct interpretation of Min Ron Nee's advice? What changes do cigars undergo when they age? What are cigar auctions? Mitchell Orchant is the managing director of C.Gars Ltd , the premier cigar specialist in the UK with 9 cigar stores in 5 locations. His specialist subject is vintage Havana cigars and C.Gars are th...2020-08-1534 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastThe sense of cigars in Lebanon | Please help the Beirut peopleWe recorded this interview the day before the Beirut explosion heavily affecting the town and the already weak Lebanese economy. We hope the sense of cigars but, above all, the sense of safety for all Lebanese people will soon be re-established. We wish all Lebanese a strong recovery from the terrible event. Please help support the Beirut people Najat Abdo, started smoking cigars 13 years ago. Her desire and passion to cigars grew with time. In 2014, she started the Lebanese Cigar Aficionado cigar community, currently Lebanon’s largest cigar community, has done multiple cigar events with Ha...2020-08-0730 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastAppearance and construction in quality controlAppearance and construction are considered extremely important for the final experience that Altadis want to provide to their end consumers. We went through an Altadis quality control evaluation sheet that Travis W. Pappenheim repurposed for marketing presentations. This is an extract of the full Cigar Sense Parlor meeting, which took place on 31 July 2020 with a number of Cigar Sense members. ___ Travis W. Pappenheim is national education manager with Altadis U.S.A., member of the Altadis tasting panel and advisory group for new blends. — This podcast is brought to you by Ci...2020-08-041h 32Cigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastA sensory sessionThe full meeting, held via Zoom with Claudio Sgroi and a number of Cigar Sense members, lasted 3 hours and 20 minutes. We kept what was most relevant for our audio audience. We talked about: - how you get from the tobacco compounds to the aromas, the 5 basic tastes and the tactile perceptions - how memory and other factors influence our cigar experience - cigar education and the need for a common lexicon to be adopted more widely - art in the master blender work, and the importance of how smokers...2020-07-272h 35Cigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastOn life insurance for cigar smokersWhy do few insurance companies offer affordable life policies to cigar smokers? Dave Arlinghaus, also known as Cigar Life Guy™, explains this to us. He also reveals what is important when choosing a life insurance. It's not a shame to smoke cigars and the worst mistake you can make is to hide your smoking behavior. Dave walks us through the process that US passionados can follow to save money on life insurance. Dave Arlinghaus is a long-time life insurance broker who enjoys cigars. Or, maybe he’s a cigar lover who also brokers life insurance. He helps peop...2020-07-2420 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastAt the gringo cigar factoryWith his peculiar and entertaining allure, Pedro Gomez talks about the premium cigar industry and gives his advice to cigar lovers. Born and raised in Esteli, Nicaragua, Pedro Gomez started very humble. From saddle maker to full scholarship paid by the US government. He started at Drew Estate factory from the bottom, he ended up running operations, Cigar Safari and international sales. He was transferred from the Drew Estate factory to Drew Estate headquarters in the USA and is now traveled all over promoting Drew Estate, Nicaragua and cigars. — This podcast is brought to...2020-07-1341 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastHow do you picture an avid Cuban cigar smoker?Alex Iapichino talks to us about vintage cigars, how to buy them, how to store them. He has a technical view of cigar tastings, especially vertical tastings, and was also serious about fora and association life. In addition, Alex shares his views on the future of the Cuban cigar market. Alex Iapichino is General Counsel and Group Company Secretary of Naked Wines plc. He lives in London and is an avid Cuban cigars smoker. — This podcast is brought to you by Cigar Sense founders and paid members. With the free Cigar Se...2020-07-0436 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastThe journey to Foundation Cigar CompanyNicholas Melillo talks to us about how his journey in the industry started with lots of passion for cigars, history and art. Nick also tells us about his trip around the world, his debut in Nicaragua at Drew Estate in 2003, the entrepreneurship with Foundation Cigar Company starting in 2015, with the launch of a Nicaraguan puro. — This podcast is brought to you by Cigar Sense founders and paid members. With the free Cigar Sense membership, you can obtain personalized recommendations of cigars that best suit your unique individual tastes.  In a few simple steps, you c...2020-06-2935 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastThe Sensory Experience DesignHe is very well known thanks to the Light'em Up Lounge Events. But there is much more that Reinhard Pohorec is doing... ... as an entrepreneur, creative mind and host, Pohorec has established a unique reputation within the last decade in the world of sensory technology, luxury brands and hospitality. He delivers exceptional experience design, educational programs, coaching and hospitality project management as well as keynote speaking for leading companies.  Please visit https://pohorec.com/ — This podcast is brought to you by Cigar Sense founders and paid members. With the fre...2020-06-0433 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastBoveda and the 2-way humidity controlIt all started with a frustrated cigar lover in 1996. Listen to the company story and learn about water activity, how Boveda tests and expands its technology. Tim Swail is Co-founder and Executive VP of Sales and Marketing. Brian Rice is Director of R&D. If you wish to learn more, visit https://bovedainc.com/.  — This podcast is brought to you by Cigar Sense founders and paid members. With the free Cigar Sense membership, you can obtain personalized recommendations of cigars that best suit your unique individual tastes.  In a few s...2020-05-191h 03Cigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastAnother sensory exerciseWe propose you another sensory exercise that will help develop your palate. We'll talk more about how to differentiate aromas from tastes and tactile perceptions. The exercise can be very easily done at home. It will help you identify and distinguish the various basic tastes. You'll also hear about the Sour-Bitter confusion, of which it is good to be aware. Enjoy the exercise and let us know if it is helpful! If you wish to learn more about the sensory characteristics of cigars and understand which are the ones that you will like, visit https...2020-04-3009 minThe Podcast GuyThe Podcast GuyFranca Comparetto of Cigar SenseWelcome to episode 22 of The PodQuest Show. Today I’m thrilled to introduce you to a fellow podcast host, friend and client, Franca Comparetto. Franca is the host of the Cigar Sense podcast, and the creator and co-founder of Cigar Sense - designed to help other cigar lovers avoid the frustration she had been going through herself: the trial and error connected to finding the best cigars suiting her personal tastes. Through this consumer service, Cigar Sense learns each member’s individual preferences and recommends new great cigars to try. Currently Cigar Sense also sells anal...2020-04-1427 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastA sensory exerciceIn episode 18 of Cigar Sense Podcast, we propose you a sensory exercise that will help develop your palate. We'll talk about how to differentiate aromas from tastes and tactile perceptions. This is an exercise you can very easily do at home, it's a classic in sensory education. You'll also discover that there are some challenges when experimenting with a cigar. The aromas and tastes confusion among cigar lovers is very popular. This episode tries to explain one reason why it's hard for many cigar reviewers to describe aromas vs. tastes or tactile perceptions. This exercise is good...2020-03-2906 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastVirtual seminars for cigar lovers!The Cigar Lover’s Virtual Seminars is a gathering of many thought-leaders and experts in the premium cigar world. We are bringing together the best in the field all around the common thread of consumer learning to maximize the cigar experience. Doesn’t knowledge make us love our fine cigars even more and make our hobby so much more interesting and intriguing? The Cigar Lover’s Virtual Seminars will take place in the week of 20 April, 2020. During the event week, most seminars will be available for free to all Cigar Sense members. After that, access will be availabl...2020-03-0807 minBuilding HVAC ScienceBuilding HVAC ScienceEP45 Making Homes Perform better – HVAC tips with John Semmelhack  “The only think I have learnt over the years is that if you enjoy your work and put in best efforts it will show. If you follow this process, things work out. But if you go chasing a formula, success will elude you.” Mahesh Babu While building his own house, John Semmelhack’s innate curiosity grew as he researched the best was to design and build a home.   This lead him to start his own business, Think Little.   The name of his busin...2020-03-0633 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastProtecting cigar lovers’ rightsIn this episode, we explore with Glynn Loope, founding Executive Director of Cigar Rights of America, .the world of cigar advocacy, the current regulation challenges, but also international collaborations, including what might grant to the premium cigars the recognition they deserve. How you can support the fight for our cigar rights: If you are a US citizen, please visit https://www.cigarrights.org/ and sign the petitions to protect premium handmade cigars from FDA regulation. You can also participate to the Twitter and Facebook campaign to let President Trump hear from you: https://myemail.constantcontact.com...2020-02-2045 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastOn cigar recommendation enginesRecommendation engines are widely popular today and they can be of different types. Generic, crowd-source affinity based or personalized. Some of them are more relevant and accurate than others. With the consumer benefits in mind, David Wells - co-founder, vp and cto of Cigar Sense - explains this all. --- This podcast is brought to you by Cigar Sense founders and paid members. With the free Cigar Sense membership, you can obtain personalized recommendations of cigars that best suit your unique individual tastes.  In a few simple steps, you can see wh...2020-02-0114 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastOn cigar defectsClaudio Sgroi is master blender and president at Mombacho Cigars. Together with Claudio, we reviewed the key processes of the premium cigar production to identify critical risks of defects which, when it comes to enjoying our cigars, translate into loss in flavor or off-flavors. Off-flavors, differently from those flavors that we simply do not like, are those perceptions that are connected to undesirable compounds, substances that end up in the tobacco or in our cigar, but are not meant to. For more information about Claudio Sgroi, visit Mombacho Cigars. --- 2020-01-1847 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastSensory innovation at DavidoffSam Reuter is Director, Global Brand Ambassador and Head of Product Development and Strategic Innovation at Oettinger Davidoff AG. Davidoff was number two at worldwide level in 2018 based on consumers’ choices. Sam explains how Davidoff: leverages innovative blends as a competitive advantage focuses on consumer experience and on the understanding of what consumers like invests in education for retailers values authentic (objective) sensory information for manufacturers and for consumers encourages manufacturers to work toward obtaining the recognition of the premium cigar as intangible cultural heritage --- This podcast is brought to you by Ci...2020-01-0140 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastOn draconian bansThe European Union is often seen as a driving force leading the efforts to impose excessive regulations. But in reality, in the case of extreme smoking bans, it’s quite the opposite. Listen to learn: what causes unnecessary draconian smoking bans in Europe (such as bans to smoke in the open air, not only in parks, but even in your own yard) what costs and consequences excessive smoking bans have on society about viable effective solutions Guillaume Périgois is the director of Forest EU, the Freedom Organisation for the Right to Enjoy Smoking Tobacco in the Eur...2019-12-1949 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastThe New Tobacco ProjectBenoit Pirard is a young Belgian bio-engineer. He lives in Nicaragua, where he learned all about tobacco at Mombacho Cigars. He now grows and ferments cigar tobacco for the premium industry. In this episode, we discuss: - what it means to grow tobacco in Condega, Nicaragua, and apply environmentally sustainable methods - the imperative elements that need to be found in cigar tobacco - the off-flavors that indicate defects in tobacco - the natural way to produce a maduro wrapper - the ideal tobacco buyer - the impacts of regulations on...2019-12-0729 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastProtecting the industryFranca interviews Scott Pearce, Executive Director of the Premium Cigar Association (PCA), which is the oldest and largest USA organization dedicated to advocating for premium tobacconists and hosts the world's largest premium cigar trade show every year. The association was formerly known as IPCPR. We discussed about: Where PCA originates and the state of affairs The strategic shift of expanding to a consumer base The PCA educational remit The FDA exception to deregulation efforts The use of public money raised to “save smokers from themselves” The inexistent correlation between the rigidity of bans and smoking rates The...2019-11-2141 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastConsumers' trust in reviews and recommendationsDavid Wells is co-founder, vice president and CTO of Cigar Sense. He is a computer engineer and an experienced business consultant, currently coaching clients in the understanding and adoption of the Scaled Agile Framework. Thanks to his passionate proselytizing for Agility, our baby, Cigar Sense, is a great example of an agile business. David is Franca’s partner in business and in life. The points included in this episode include: The difference between a review and a recommendation Why should consumers care about reviews and recommendations What do consumers prioritize? “Good, fast or cheap”? Transparency? Reliability? Do consu...2019-11-0815 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastLe sens du cigare pour l'AfriqueC'est notre premier épisode en français (sauf intro et outro)! Franca parle avec Patrick Nikiema du goût des consommateurs de cigares en Afrique, d'un projet pour un « puro » africain, mais aussi de DJ Arafat, du coupé-décalé, de la sape et de nombreux autres sujets intéressants. Patrick Nikiema, fondateur de Lyon Cigares, considère le monde comme une grande savane, au sein de laquelle il est un lion en quête de devenir le leader africain de l'industrie du cigare, ce qui allie une opportunité business à sa plus grande passion. Ceci est le lien pou...2019-10-2630 minIntegrated Music Teaching PodcastIntegrated Music Teaching PodcastCPTP172: Getting value from professional development with Amy ComparettoThanks for reading CPTP172: Getting value from professional development with Amy Comparetto from TopMusic.co. Have you ever considered joining a membership, attending a conference, getting coaching or studying further to expand your skill set and knowledge as a piano teacher but too worried about the cost of investment?  My guest today is Inner Circle member, Amy Comparetto. She shares her experience on how she invests in her professional development ... CPTP172: Getting value from professional development with Amy Comparetto The post CPTP172: Getting value from professional development with Amy Comparetto appeared first on TopMusic.co...2019-10-1236 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastWomen, cigars and pleasureWhere are women different from men when it is about enjoying or choosing to buy a cigar? Franca discusses with Giulia Remorino Ibry. Italian, she has a philosophical and psychoanalytical background. She has professional experience as clinician, professor and in the courts for the psychological protection of minors. Next to conferences, workshops, publications and her daily psychotherapy work, she is also President of the Association she founded in Milan, Human in Progress, to fight for the weakest against any form of discrimination. This episode also provides useful information on how cigar companies can...2019-10-1147 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastAn intangible cultural heritage - Nestor Andres PlasenciaWhat could be the impact on the premium cigar industry if our handcrafted agricultural products were recognized globally as an intangible cultural heritage to be protected?   Would that lead to a more clear definition and protected status for premium cigars, through the voice of the wealth of knowledge and skills that are transmitted from one generation to the other?   And would the social and economic value of this transmission of knowledge be more relevant to politicians?   Nestor Andres Plasencia, Vice President of Plasencia Cigars shares his views. You can learn more about Plasencia Cigars at PlasenciaCigars.com   Here is the link...2019-10-0108 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastOn sensory evaluations Cigar reviews : many don’t make sense for consumers. Did you ever try to justify your friend reviewer with “we don’t have the same palate” or even with “cigar samples are never the same"? Why are cigar ratings often useless to consumers? What consumer questions do cigar reviews need to answer?    What are the best tools to ensure that cigar reviews are objective and don't overlook the consumer experience and interest? What are the most common biases affecting cigar reviews?   You can learn more about this topic at cigarsense.com.   ---   This podcast is brought to you by Cigar Sense...2019-09-1813 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastOn sensory analysisFranca shares her inner-view on the real hack to finally be heard as a consumer, the secret to finally finding on the market those cigars that you have been desiring. What is sensory analysis, why is its importance growing and how is it organized? Who can benefit from it and what drives consumers to get to know the sensory aspects of premium cigars? You can learn more about sensory analysis at cigarsense.com.   ---    This podcast is brought to you by Cigar Sense founders and paid members. With the free Cigar Sense membership, you can obtain pers...2019-09-1808 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastAn intangible cultural heritage - Maya Selva It’s a concern for all fine cigar lovers: premium cigars may disappear from the earth. In addition to being active in grassroots movements for our cigar rights, what can be done to protect our cigars? What could be the impact on the premium cigar industry if our handcrafted agricultural products were recognized globally as an intangible cultural heritage to be protected?   Would that lead to a more clear definition and protected status for premium cigars, through the voice of the wealth of knowledge and skills that are transmitted from one generation to the other?   And would the soci...2019-09-1819 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastAre premium cigars gourmet products?Franca shares her inner-view on the gourmet perspective. Necessity vs. luxury, abundance vs. scarcity, cultural exchanges and experience economy, connecting the sensory world to cigar knowledge, conforming vs. differentiating our palate, elitism, leisure and human rights. What happens if consumers are informed - not only about how fine cigars are produced, not only about their blends, not only about the systems and the values involved with the production of fine cigars - but especially about what enables them to use their own discretion, make educated purchases, and gain an increased level of power as a consumer? 2019-09-1813 minCigar Sense PodcastCigar Sense PodcastIntroductory EpisodeIn this short introductory podcast I want to share what you can expect from this show. I invite you to make it your show by providing your comments, suggestions and feedback. You can learn more about me at cigarsense.com. I hope you'll keep following my show. Connect with me: Facebook TwitterInstagram LinkedIn  2019-09-1104 minHVAC School - For Techs, By TechsHVAC School - For Techs, By TechsBuilding Performance for HVAC Techs w/ Stephen Rardon and Neil ComparettoStephen Rardon and Neil Comparetto join the podcast to talk about their headfirst dive into building performance as HVAC techs. They discuss jobs they do, how the transition has been, and important HVAC principles in building performance. Addressing duct leakage can help with indoor air quality and home performance overall, but it can also even help reduce noise. Building performance and HVAC both require the serviceperson to give the customer options and inform them of their specific situation. 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