Best Mike McGill and Jamie Akins Podcasts (2025)

We discuss how to properly package and care for your cigars while reading an article from Cigar Journal. Cigar of the Week: Montosa NaturalBy Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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Good Guys Cigar of the Week-Oliva V Melanio 59:48

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Beginning our Cigar of the Week series, we discuss and smoke the beautiful and delicious Oliva V Melanio.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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Knoxville, TN: things we miss from the past 1:46:59

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We reminisce about some of the things we miss from our childhood and beyond in our hometown of Knoxville, TN.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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Spring Cleaning 2025 1:10:18

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We discuss the year so far, and all the things we have planned.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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Our 2nd OG Event, and a big surprise! 1:09:49

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We talk about our Good Guys Cigars event coming up on May 12th. Hope to see you thereBy Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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Cameroon Wrappers: What are they and why do we love em? 42:54

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We talk about the wonderfully, decadent Cameroon Wrapper, its history, and why we love the flavor.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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Short Cigars, Why we love 'em 59:25

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On this episode with give a lot of love to the much deserved "short cigar." Robusto and smaller. Join us as we encourage our listeners to partake in the hour-long smoke.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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Introducing the Cigar Hall of Fame 1:12:49

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We discuss the relatively new (2023) Cigar Hall of Fame and the inductees.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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The Masters, A Tradition Unlike Any Other 1:00:20

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We discuss what The Masters has meant to us as golfers, fans, and lovers of the game.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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Little Known Cigar Facts 1:00:26

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On this episode we talk about some fun facts about our favorite pastime.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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For the Love of the Game: 2025 MLB OPENING DAY 1:28:31

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On this episode we go back to one of our first loves. Long before cigars and making music became our passion, it was BASEBALL that held our affections. Join us as we discuss opening day, 2025.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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2025 Men's NCAA Basketball Tournament 1:31:09

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On this episode we discuss the Men's NCAA Basketball tournament, have some fun with a new question format, and make predictions.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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2025 Women's NCAA Basketball Tournament 1:31:32

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On this episode we discuss the Women's NCAA Basketball tournament, have some fun with a new question format, and make predictions.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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Lee Zimmerman, Writer, Music Aficionado, Good Guy 1:50:18

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On this episode we visit with Lee Zimmerman, author of American Music: Voices, Visionaries, and Pioneers of an Honest Sound as he shares his love of East Tennessee, good music, and his years in Texas, Florida, and the Virgin Islands.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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Top 10 Things You Should Know as a Cigar Smoker: #10 Price vs. Quality 1:10:06

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We continue our series about a 2017 CA article on the top 10 things you should know as a cigar smoker. On this episode we explain the tradeoffs between cost and quality and how you can smoke like a king on a budget.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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Top 10 Things You Should Know as a Cigar Smoker: #9 Cubans aren't always better! 58:59

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We continue our series about a 2017 CA article on the top 10 things you should know as a cigar smoker. On this episode we discuss the controversial topic of Cuban cigars and how they compare to their non-Cuban counterparts.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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Dave Campbell Part 2, frontman, drummer, realtor extraordinaire 1:36:32

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On this episode, we visit with longtime friend and bandmate, Dave Campbell. We had such a good time, we decided to release this episode in 2 parts.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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Dave Campbell Part 1, frontman, drummer, realtor extraordinaire 1:47:38

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On this episode, we visit with longtime friend and bandmate, Dave Campbell. We had such a good time, we decided to release this episode in 2 parts.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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Jan 2025, a summary 39:07

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On this episode we discuss current events, Tennessee sports, and preview the 2025 year.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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Top 10 Things You Should Know as a Cigar Smoker: #8 Choosing your Cigar Wisely 1:12:02

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We continue our series about a 2017 CA article on the top 10 things you should know as a cigar smoker. This episode we discuss steps to selecting your first cigar, and how to determine what you may like.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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Top 10 Things You Should Know as a Cigar Smoker: #7 Smoke Slow and Cool 50:52

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We continue our series about a 2017 CA article on the top 10 things you should know as a cigar smoker. This episode we discuss the importance of smoking slow and cool.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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2024 in Review 1:53:15

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We spend some time reflecting on 2024, sharing our favorite cigars, movies, television shows, sports moments, and things we accomplished.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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Top 10 Things You Should Know as a Cigar Smoker: #6 Çutting and Lighting 59:09

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We continue our series about a 2017 CA article on the top 10 things you should know as a cigar smoker. This episode we discuss cutting and lighting, properly.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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Top 10 Things You Should Know as a Cigar Smoker: #5 Cigar Anatomy 59:56

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We discuss the different parts of a cigar from the wrapper, binder, filler to the cap, foot, etc. Join us as we go back to the basics.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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2024 Tennessee Football Season Recap; Ohio State Game predictions 1:33:54

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We discuss the 2024 Tennessee Football regular season and make forecasts for the CFP and the OHIO ST matchup.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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Josh Griffin, Beaty Chevrolet 3:48:03

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We visit with Josh Griffin, whose family has owned and operated Beaty Chevrolet for many years. Josh shares about growing up in East Tennessee, the car business, and being a sponsor for The Mike McGill Christmas Spectacular. We had a blast.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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Michael Cover, Knoxville Musician 2:22:32

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We sit down with Michael Cover, long time Knoxville musician and guest on the upcoming 12th Annual Mike McGill Christmas Spectacular.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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Top 10 Things You Should Know as a Cigar Smoker: #4 Cigar Tobacco is Aged 45:22

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In our series about the Cigar Aficionado article, we discuss point #4 and how cigar tobacco is aged to reduce bitterness by breaking down pigment to maximize flavor.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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TN vs Vandy, 11/30/24. Game predictions, CFP Rankings, and more 1:23:36

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We discuss the upcoming matchup with Vanderbilt and where the Vols will land in the CFP.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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Special Episode: Thanksgiving Cigars 28:00

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We usher in the Thanksgiving holiday with our picks for the 3 cigars we will smoke on turkey day.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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Top 10 Things You Should Know as a Cigar Smoker: #3 Cigar Tobacco is Fermented 1:01:55

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In our series about the Cigar Aficionado article, we discuss point #3 and how cigar tobacco is fermented to maximize flavor.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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UTEP vs TN, 11/23/24 1:10:28

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We discuss the Georgia debacle, and make predictions for the UTEP game and the remainder of the season.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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Mark T. Dunn, author of Kick it Off 1:04:01

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On this episode we revisit with Mark Dunn, author of the new book, Kick it Off. Mark is an old friend, bandmate, and former drummer for George Jones.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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TN at GA, 11/16/24 1:22:56

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We recap the season so far, discuss the GA/TN history, and make our score predictions.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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Matt Woods, @therealmattwoods 2:34:53

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We visit with Matt Woods, longtime friend and fellow traveling musician.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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Mississippi State vs. Tennessee 11/09/24 1:03:34

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We discuss the Kentucky win, and the upcoming matchup with Mississippi State. Predictions for games.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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Robert Glick, @artdefumar 1:02:00

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We visit via remote with Robert Click of Art de Fumar. Robert's art is on the cover of Cigar Journal's 30th Anniversary edition. He shares his love for cigars and his passion for art and how he combines the two.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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Kentucky @ Tennessee 11/2/2024 52:02

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We discuss the Alabama win, and the upcoming matchup with Kentucky. Predictions for games.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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Top 10 Things You Should Know as a Cigar Smoker: #2 two-hundred hands touch each cigar 1:05:18

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In our series about the Cigar Aficionado article, we discuss point #2 and how cigars are touched by so many hands before they reach our humidor.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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Brandon Fuson, TN_Brando: Our one year ANNIVERSARY episode 1:41:13

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It's been a great first year and Brandon Fuson comes by to help us celebrate the milestone. Also known as TN_Brando, TN Brandon, he has played music alongside us and vice versa, and built a social media platform for thousands. Listen in as we visit with old friend.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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Alabama at Tennessee, 10/19/24: recap of last week, key points, score predictions 54:05

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On this episode we recap the win over Florida and discuss the keys to a Tennessee victory over Alabama. Score predictions.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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Top Ten Things Cigar Smokers Should Know-#1 Premium Cigars are Natural and Unadulterated 1:00:57

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The Good Guys discuss the first of ten things that every cigar smoker should know. Sourced from an article by Cigar Aficionado, we elaborate and add our two cents...or in this case, four cents.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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Florida at Tennessee, 10/12/24: our thoughts and predictions 1:18:48

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Coming off a tought loss in Razorback country, the Good Guys try to decipher what went wrong, what should be fixed, and predict the FL vs.TN score.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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2024 MLB Playoffs Predictions, and top 10 things every Cigar Smoker should know 1:17:07

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We discuss the 2024 MLB Playoffs, and cover the 10 things every Cigar Smoker should know.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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Tennessee vs. Arkansas 2024; revisit 1998 game 1:14:12

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We discuss this week's game, and reminisce about the 1998 season and the impact of our win over Arkansas.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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Wayne Bledsoe 3:03:59

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On this episode we visit with legendary writer and music aficionado, Wayne Bledsoe. Wayne talks about his time with the newspaper, his love for music, and tells stories you can only find here.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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Meet the Good Guys #3 1:20:58

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On this episode, we have deep thoughts about the likes of Bigfoot, the Pyramids, Alien Life, and the after life.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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Meet the Good Guys #2 1:36:20

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On this episode, we do our "catch-ups," discuss cigars, UT football, and solve all the world's problems.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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Nate Barrett. Drummer, Dancer, member of Mal Nombre 2:34:14

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We sit down with longtime friend, Nate Barrett to reminisce about playing music, and learn about things you don't learn from sharing the stage. Hint: Nate is a huge He-Man fan.By Mike McGill and Jamie Akins

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