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Tobacco Asia Podcast #50: Shem Baldeosingh, Director of the Global Institute for Novel Nicotine (GINN)
Thomas Schmid interviews Shem Baldeosingh, the director of the Global Institute for Novel Nicotine (GINN).
Jan 13, 2026
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Tobacco Asia Podcast #49: Marcelo Marques - General Manager, B2B Tobacco Processing
Thomas Schmid interviews Marcelo Marques, general manager of B2B Tobacco Processing in Brazil.
Dec 16, 2025
Tobacco Asia Podcast #48: Hugo Azinheira, Filtrona
In this episode, Hugo Azinheira of Filtrona discusses with host Thomas Schmid the company’s pioneering work in sustainable, plastic-free filters for the tobacco industry.
Nov 18, 2025
Tobacco Asia Podcast #47: Wael Safi, Altria
Wael Safi, Altria’s managing director of open innovation and venture growth
Sep 2, 2025
Tobacco Asia Podcast #46: Jordan Herring, Founder & CEO, Hidden Valley Genetics
Jordan Herring, Founder & CEO, Hidden Valley Genetics
Aug 19, 2025
Tobacco Asia Podcast #45: Julian Homer, Arden Dies Ltd.
Julian Homer, the commercial manager at Arden Dies Limited
Aug 4, 2025
Tobacco Asia Podcast #44: Kimberly Foley, Executive Director, Tobacco Associates Inc.
In this episode, host Thomas Schmid interviews Kimberly Foley, the new Executive Director of US FCV grower cooperative, Tobacco Associates.
Jun 13, 2025
Tobacco Asia Podcast #43: Shivam Bihani, AVB International
Thomas Schmid interviews Shivam Bihani, the director of AVB International, about the evolving landscape of nicotine pouch regulations.
Jun 2, 2025
Tobacco Asia Podcast #42: Carolin Götze, Global Application and Scientific Coordinator, Detia Degesch Group
Host Thomas Schmid welcomes Carolin Goetze, the Global Application and Scientific Coordinator at Detia Degesch Group and an expert...
Mar 18, 2025
Tobacco Asia Podcast #41: Sonny Suciawan, Mata Hari
Thomas Schmid interviews Sonny Suciawan, the creator of the Mata Hari cigar brand. The conversation begins with a brief history of Mata Hari...
Feb 18, 2025
Tobacco Asia Podcast #40: Rachel Gawith - Gawith-Hoggarth Ltd.
This episode, hosted by Thomas Schmid, delves into the history and modern market strategies of Gawith-Hoggarth Limited, the UK's last remaining tobacco manufacturer. Rachel Gawith, the company's director, shares insights...
Jan 13, 2025
Tobacco Asia Podcast #39: Andreas Schweiger - MLT Micro Laser Tech
Thomas Schmid interviews Andreas Schweiger, sales manager at Micro Laser Technology (MLT), about microlaser perforation technology in the tobacco sector.
Dec 13, 2024
Tobacco Asia Podcast #38: Emily Sahakian, Chateau Diadem
The episode features an engaging interview between Thomas Schmid and Emily Sahakian, co-founder of the premium cigar brand, Chateau Diadem
Nov 18, 2024
Tobacco Asia Podcast #37: Zafer Atiçi, Prestige Leaf
Zafer Atiçi, founder and CEO of Prestige Leaf, talks to host Thomas Schmid about his journey from being a “one-man show” to establishing his full-blown company...
Oct 16, 2024
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