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Tobacco Asia Podcast #53: Dr. Charles A. Gardner

In this episode, Thomas Schmid speaks with developmental neurobiologist Dr. Charles A. Gardner about the demonization of nicotine.

Apr 1, 2026

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Tobacco Asia Podcast #52: Waqas Khan, Global C.E.O. of Clew
Thomas Schmid interviews Waqas Khan, global c.e.o. of Clew, discussing how the nicotine pouch brand became the world's third-largest by distribution in just two and a half years.
Mar 4, 2026
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Tobacco Asia Podcast #51: Dr. Allen Liao, China's New Oral Nicotine Rules – And What They Mean for the Industry
In this episode, Thomas Schmid interviews Dr. Allen Liao, founder of TobaccoChina Online, about China's groundbreaking regulations on oral nicotine products...
Feb 2, 2026
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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
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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
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Tobacco Asia Podcast #47: Wael Safi, Altria
Wael Safi, Altria’s managing director of open innovation and venture growth
Sep 2, 2025
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Tobacco Asia Podcast #46: Jordan Herring, Founder & CEO, Hidden Valley Genetics
Jordan Herring, Founder & CEO, Hidden Valley Genetics
Aug 19, 2025
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Tobacco Asia Podcast #45: Julian Homer, Arden Dies Ltd.
Julian Homer, the commercial manager at Arden Dies Limited
Aug 4, 2025
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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