Newbie Introduction

Hey there everyone I just wanted to introduce myself. I am a graduate student in philosophy from newfoundland canada. I joined this forum to learn a bit more about cigars as enjoying a good smoking is certainly hard to beat. I am not a very experienced smoker at all, however I have had a number of good smokes before. However I lack most information to makes those experiences as useful as they could have been. So I look forward to gathering some of that info and possibly discussing the merits of various cigars. As a student though I do not have access to buying boxes of cigars, even though it makes most sense to me. Anyways I hope to discuss with you ladies and fellas.

I currently have a desktop humidor that can hold 25 or more cigars which has a couple inside. I hope you all are well look forward to talking with you all.

Phil

Welcome from AZ, Phil. There is a ton of information here - use the search and have fun browsing through all the threads. If you are looking to get a feel for what cigars you like, check out the Newbie Sampler thread. I highly recommend it.

-Buzz

Welcome Phil the Philosophy Guy.

Welcome from CO.

Thanks guys! I really appreciate the warm welcome. I have been really enjoying the reviews on here.

Welcome from North Carolina!

Welcome from MA.

Thanks again guys. Are most the guys on here from the USA? Are there some Canadians amongst the ranks? Also Buzz what is the newbie sampler thread? I cant find a newbie section of the site.

http://www.cigarsmokers.com/threads/...mpler-Thread-V

First thing I did when I joined this site, and glad I did it! :smiley20:

ETA: Looks like you would be sponsored by logan37 - trust me, he will treat you right.

-Buzz

Oh! That looks like a great opportunity. I certainly do not know what sort of cigars I like and dislike. Maybe I will look into that. Very kind.

Welcome! as i am new as well

Welcome from NY.

I'm not sure if "border crossing" is done with the newbie samplers. I can see some of the advantages/disadvantages that might arise with it. However, I believe that Craig is up next for the Canadian sponsers. Either way, enjoy your stay.

Welcome to the board... here is a member that you might share some interests with
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Hey Logan,

I dont know the rules or anything but I appreciate the tip. I had no intention of passes like that, just the ability to learn about and discuss cigars. I can certainly see the merit in such an opportunity though.

Welcome to the boards at cs! Welcome from Oregon! Roger.

Welcome from NW PA.
I too recommend the newbie sampler...it doesn't matter who the next sponser in the sampler would be, as they all will set you up very nicely.

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However, I believe that Craig is up next for the Canadian sponsers. Either way, enjoy your stay.

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^^ This. Border crossings are not unheard of in the NST, however, some cigars might be included in the sampler if it's done between Canadians that otherwise most likely wouldn't be.

Oops, forgot that we have Canada-specific sponsors... still highly recommend the sampler though - and Craig will treat you right too. Actually, probably way better than logan37 would have now that I think about it. Rich probably would have sent you a "my little pony" pillow and some various car parts. :smiley36:

-Buzz

Welcome Phil from The Republic of Texas.

Given your area of expertise, I have one question that I've been battling to find the answer to.

"Whats the meaning of Life?"

Hey there ndv21,

Ive never been to texas but i hear most thing there are big. In anycase I appreciate the welcome. As for your question.. im afraid if I tell you the answer you'll be moved to sell all your belongings and live the life of an aesthete. You know what that means dont you? Old Buzz up there gets all your cigars, and logan gets your stereo!!

But seriously, if only understanding what the heck my girlfriend means when shes talking with me was as easy as the meaning of life id be a much happier man!

thanks

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Hey there ndv21,

Ive never been to texas but i hear most thing there are big. In anycase I appreciate the welcome. As for your question.. im afraid if I tell you the answer you'll be moved to sell all your belongings and live the life of an aesthete. You know what that means dont you? Old Buzz up there gets all your cigars, and logan gets your stereo!!

But seriously, if only understanding what the heck my girlfriend means when shes talking with me was as easy as the meaning of life id be a much happier man!

thanks

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Amen Brotha!

Welcome from Bitterville

Will

As long as you're not continental you'll be just fine here :smiley36:

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Amen Brotha!

Welcome from Bitterville

Will

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Hey there ndv21,

Ive never been to texas but i hear most thing there are big. In anycase I appreciate the welcome. As for your question.. im afraid if I tell you the answer you'll be moved to sell all your belongings and live the life of an aesthete. You know what that means dont you? Old Buzz up there gets all your cigars, and logan gets your stereo!!

But seriously, if only understanding what the heck my girlfriend means when shes talking with me was as easy as the meaning of life id be a much happier man!

thanks

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Good start on the board. Welcome!

Welcome to the board from South Carolina.

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Old Buzz up there gets all your cigars, and logan gets your stereo!!

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What the heck would I do with all those Acid Blondies and White Owl Blunts?

-Buzz

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What the heck would I do with all those Acid Blondies and White Owl Blunts?

-Buzz

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They're on deck for the next Mega Review :smiley36:

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They're on deck for the next Mega Review :smiley36:

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And I thought we had a nice round of smokes this time! Little did I know the next round will trump them all?:smiley36:

Oh and welcome to the boards Phil!

Welcome from Jax, FL

Haha thanks again guys!

BigMacFU, I eat continentals for breakfast! Although those germans are bright guys! Im certainly of the analytic sort (thank god)

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Haha thanks again guys!

BigMacFU, I eat continentals for breakfast! Although those germans are bright guys! Im certainly of the analytic sort (thank god)

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Ooh, see, I could never eat continentals, they go down all mushy and full of verbose language that makes no sense. Nope, I can't even eat them :smiley11:

Now, if we're dealing with germans, give me some Nietzsche, that man could write (and he would've balked at all the continental BS that followed in his wake, though he'd be chiding us analytics just as strongly).

What do you focus on or are you early in your grad work?

Well,

I have focused on a couple areas so far in my work. After my 4 yr BA I completed work in applied ethics. my graduate work is focused around contemporary analytic philosophy in the wake of Leibniz. My thesis is in the discipline of metaphysics relating to the philosophy of religion, philosophy of science, and free will.

As far as philosophy I find hard to digest would be the french continentals and popular philosophy like Zizek (although his book the indivisible remainder is apparently one of the best takes on Schelling around).

I have never been too fond of Nietzsche's philosophy although his writing, like you said, is moving. Im not sure if you have read much Schelling, but that is a difficult philosopher to get through but I find him awfully interesting.

What is your experience in philosophy?

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Well,

I have focused on a couple areas so far in my work. After my 4 yr BA I completed work in applied ethics. my graduate work is focused around contemporary analytic philosophy in the wake of Leibniz. My thesis is in the discipline of metaphysics relating to the philosophy of religion, philosophy of science, and free will.

As far as philosophy I find hard to digest would be the french continentals and popular philosophy like Zizek (although his book the indivisible remainder is apparently one of the best takes on Schelling around).

I have never been too fond of Nietzsche's philosophy although his writing, like you said, is moving. Im not sure if you have read much Schelling, but that is a difficult philosopher to get through but I find him awfully interesting.

What is your experience in philosophy?

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I'm a PhD from Fordham University, I work in virtue epistemology, specifically on understanding. Schelling is definitely interesting in how he took Kant and made him more consistent, if that's even possible. You're definitely working in an interesting field. Good luck when it comes time for the job market, it sucks right now, fewest job postings in the APA's Jobs for Philosophers in 30 or so years. Maybe the situation in Canada is better, but it stinks here.