Fireworks Brigade - A Pyro Podcast

Episode #143: We’re Here; Let’s Get Things Rolling Hosts: Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker Special Guests: Hello Louie Better late than never, the guys are back in Cabo San Lucas Mexico for some much needed rest & relaxation. Louie joins Ron and John at the Casa Starr table for some fireworks discussion. If you like the podcasts, please subscribe to our YouTube channel. Some topics covered in this episode are: Some of the Topics Discussed Can Bankers Get Into Heaven? Hearing Aids For The Dead and the Seedy Part of Heaven The Wall of Water Pyro Purge Listener Emails and Larry Lomaz Feedback Fireworks News Dealer Show Preview / Fantasy Fireworks Draft WWJD Let's Talk Pyro CONTACT US Follow Us! youtube.com/fireworksbrigadetwitter.com/pyropodcastspotify.com/fireworksbrigade Visit Starr Fireworks In search of the largest selection of fireworks in North Dakota? Visit our store online or in person, year round. CHECK US OUT

Episode #142: A Tribute to Poppy Hosts: Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker Life can change unexpectedly and no one can escape heartbreak. It’s with a heavy heart that we let our listeners know that John’s father passed away earlier this month. John and Ron take some time to heal and talk about Poppy’s large and wonderful life. As a friend once said, “Poppy’s kicking life’s ass!” Later on in the episode, we do manage to get to some fireworks news and other topics. If you like the podcasts, please subscribe to our YouTube channel. Some topics covered in this episode are: Some of the Topics Discussed Dino Roast RIP Poppy Fireworks News Master Class / First Look Venomous Tales Fargo News WWJD Let's Talk Pyro CONTACT US Follow Us! youtube.com/fireworksbrigadetwitter.com/pyropodcastspotify.com/fireworksbrigade Visit Starr Fireworks In search of the largest selection of fireworks in North Dakota? Visit our store online or in person, year round. CHECK US OUT

Episode #141:Mad Ox Bob Hosts: Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker The ball has just dropped, the spilled champagne is still sticky and it’s time to turn the calendars to 2024. Ron and John meet in Chicago at the Pyro Podcast studios to talk about the market challenges in 2024. If you like the podcasts, please subscribe to our YouTube channel. Some topics covered in this episode are: Some of the Topics Discussed New Year’s Resolutions Pyro Purge How Do I Structure a Fireworks Budget? Fireworks News Fireworks Judge Fake Q’s Behind the Scenes at a Disney Fireworks Show WWJD Let's Talk Pyro CONTACT US Follow Us! youtube.com/fireworksbrigadetwitter.com/pyropodcastspotify.com/fireworksbrigade Visit Starr Fireworks In search of the largest selection of fireworks in North Dakota? Visit our store online or in person, year round. CHECK US OUT

Episode #140: Is Your Demo Tight Little Boy? Hosts: Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker Special Guests: Steve Kozar It’s Christmas time and most people aren’t thinking about fireworks. Nevertheless, Ron, John, and their buddy Louie meet in Chicago at the Pyro Podcast studio to talk about fireworks and sing a song. Make sure to stick around for the pyro parody of Do You Hear What I Hear? Also, catch the video on YouTube. I am sure that Bing Crosby would be rolling over in his grave! If you like the podcasts, please subscribe to our YouTube channel. Some topics covered in this episode are: Some of the Topics Discussed Louie’s Weird Texting Habits Pyro Purge Planes, Trains etc. Tales of Jet Lag Pyro News WWJD Let's Talk Pyro CONTACT US Follow Us! youtube.com/fireworksbrigadetwitter.com/pyropodcastspotify.com/fireworksbrigade Visit Starr Fireworks In search of the largest selection of fireworks in North Dakota? Visit our store online or in person, year round. CHECK US OUT

Episode #139: Bang Bang Boom Boom Hosts: Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker With a short break in travel schedules, John and Ron get together for their pre-Thanksgiving episode. They meet in Chicago at the Pyro Podcast studio to talk about fireworks and some other seasonal issues. If you like the podcasts, please subscribe to our YouTube channel. Some topics covered in this episode are: Some of the Topics Discussed Travel Issues John’s China Trip Recap Chicago Pay Mandate Ron’s Mexican Counterfeiting Dilemma Let's Talk Pyro CONTACT US Follow Us! youtube.com/fireworksbrigadetwitter.com/pyropodcastspotify.com/fireworksbrigade Visit Starr Fireworks In search of the largest selection of fireworks in North Dakota? Visit our store online or in person, year round. CHECK US OUT

Episode #138: The Bunker’s Empty; What Happened? Hosts: Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker The conventions are over and John and Ron get together for their annual Halloween episode. They meet in Chicago at the Pyropodcast studios to talk about fireworks and some other seasonal issues. If you like the podcasts, please subscribe to this and our YouTube channel. Some topics covered in this episode are: Some of the Topics Discussed Why does my face itch when I’m scared and other Halloween issues Rotten Tomatoes top 15 scary movies The buddy system and other thermostat issues Pyro purge Staffing issues Flight issues Fireworks news What if John Worked at the Magic Kingdom? Naked Attraction Let's Talk Pyro CONTACT US Follow Us! youtube.com/fireworksbrigadetwitter.com/pyropodcastspotify.com/fireworksbrigade Visit Starr Fireworks In search of the largest selection of fireworks in North Dakota? Visit our store online or in person, year round. CHECK US OUT

Episode #137: Larry Lomaz the “King of All Pyro” (NFA Expo 2023) Hosts: Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker Special Guests: Steve Kozar This episode of the Fireworks Brigade - A Pyro Podcast was recorded at the Grand Wayne Convention Center in Ft. Wayne Indiana. It’s September and that means it’s time for NFA Expo 2023. This year John and Ron talk to Steve Kozar of Saturn Fireworks in Akron, Ohio. Steve and John have many great stories about the late, enigmatic Larry Lomaz. Larry was the president of Midwest Fireworks in Deerfield, Ohio. If you like our podcast, you’ll love our YouTube channel! Some topics covered in this episode are: Some of the Topics Discussed Larry Lomaz, King of All Pyro Let's Talk Pyro CONTACT US Follow Us! youtube.com/fireworksbrigadetwitter.com/pyropodcastspotify.com/fireworksbrigade Visit Starr Fireworks In search of the largest selection of fireworks in North Dakota? Visit our store online or in person, year round. CHECK US OUT

Episode #136: I Learned to Whisper in a Saw Mill Hosts: Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker This episode of the Fireworks Brigade - A Pyro Podcast was recorded at the Grand Wayne Convention Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana. It’s September and it’s time for NFA Expo 2023. This year John and Ron narrate and participate in the day 2 fundraising auction. If you like our podcast, you’ll love our YouTube channel! Some topics covered in this episode are: Some of the Topics Discussed Call our Lawyer, Someone Created a PyroPodcast Firework! Fundraising Auction Madam President & First Sister $20 For a Devil Doll Poster & $70 for a Maneater Poster What’s a Hoosier We Need a Damage Waiver All These People Will Be Dead in 10 Years Pyro Online Dating Ideas Let's Talk Pyro CONTACT US Follow Us! youtube.com/fireworksbrigadetwitter.com/pyropodcastspotify.com/fireworksbrigade Visit Starr Fireworks In search of the largest selection of fireworks in North Dakota? Visit our store online or in person, year round. CHECK US OUT

Episode #135: Input Error Hosts: Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker This episode of the Fireworks Brigade - A Pyro Podcast was recorded in Fireworks Brigade’s suburban Chicago studio. It’s early August and the guys take inventory of what just happened and what’s next. In somewhat of a departure, the guys stick with mostly one topic. For as often as they insist that fireworks are an analog product in a digital age, they discuss the effects of technology on the fireworks industry. If you like our podcast, you’ll love our Youtube channel! Some topics covered in this episode are: Some of the Topics Discussed 2023 Returns and Recap Changes to the 2024 Season Projections Digital Currency Help Desk Effects of Technology and the Internet on the Fireworks Market Lowes Home Depot Forklift Theft What’s a Facekini Crypto Conundrum Let's Talk Pyro CONTACT US Follow Us! youtube.com/fireworksbrigadetwitter.com/pyropodcastspotify.com/fireworksbrigade Visit Starr Fireworks In search of the largest selection of fireworks in North Dakota? Visit our store online or in person, year round. CHECK US OUT

Episode #134: Before You Know It There’s No Bolts Left Hosts: Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker This episode of the Fireworks Brigade - A Pyro Podcast was recorded in the warehouse of Starr Fireworks in Fargo North Dakota. It’s July 4th and the guys recap the season and look forward to the next year. If you like our podcast, you’ll love our Youtube channel! Some topics covered in this episode are: Some of the Topics Discussed 2023 Recap 2024 Prediction How much has life and fireworks changed over the years? BOGO issues CBM explanation Papi, Director of HR at Starr Fireworks PGI Outlook NFA Outlook (Johnny’s Hotel & Travel Tips) Finally getting back to China: but at what cost? Fireworks News Chicago NASCAR Update Cabo San Lucas News Pass Along The Fees? Let's Talk Pyro CONTACT US Follow Us! youtube.com/fireworksbrigadetwitter.com/pyropodcastspotify.com/fireworksbrigade Visit Starr Fireworks In search of the largest selection of fireworks in North Dakota? Visit our store online or in person, year round. CHECK US OUT

Episode #133: Start with the Wire Columbo Hosts: Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker This episode of the Fireworks Brigade - A Pyro Podcast was recorded in the warehouse of Starr Fireworks in Fargo North Dakota. It’s the middle of retail week and the guys step away from the showroom and the forklifts to provide a season update. If you like our podcast, you’ll love our YouTube channel! Some of the Topics Discussed Introductions How Did We Get Here? How Much For 1 of Everything? Pyro Purge 4th of July Memories The Costs of the 4th. of July Celebrations Fireworks Charging by the Mile An Evening With a Pornstar (WWJD) Let's Talk Pyro CONTACT US Follow Us! youtube.com/fireworksbrigadetwitter.com/pyropodcastspotify.com/fireworksbrigade Visit Starr Fireworks In search of the largest selection of fireworks in North Dakota? Visit our store online or in person, year round. CHECK US OUT

Episode #132: Welcome To My Nightmare Hosts: Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker Special Guests: Chase Beadle and Riley Opheim This episode of the Fireworks Brigade - A Pyro Podcast was recorded in the warehouse of Starr Fireworks in Fargo North Dakota. It’s the second day of retail week and the guys are moving out of their comfort zones. This is the first episode also available as a Livestream. Chase and Riley work at Starr in the warehouse and join the show. If you like our podcast, you’ll love our Youtube channel! Some of the Topics Discussed Introductions Pyro Purge Fireworks News Fireworks Judge WWJD Starnac Let's Talk Pyro CONTACT US Follow Us! youtube.com/fireworksbrigadetwitter.com/pyropodcastspotify.com/fireworksbrigade Visit Starr Fireworks In search of the largest selection of fireworks in North Dakota? Visit our store online or in person, year round. CHECK US OUT

Episode #131: State of the Market With Chili Fireworks Hosts: Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker Special Guests: Kelvin Lee; Chairman of the Board and CEO of Chili Fireworks & Wilson Lam; Regional Sales Manager of Chili Fireworks This episode of the Fireworks Brigade - A Pyro Podcast was recorded on the floor of the Starr Fireworks showroom in Fargo, North Dakota. If you like our podcast, you’ll love our YouTube channel! Some of the Topics Discussed Introductions Potassium Perchlorate Discussion EPA Policy in China Worker Supply Shortage China Government and Rain Season Challenges 2024 Forecast Let's Talk Pyro CONTACT US Follow Us! youtube.com/fireworksbrigadetwitter.com/pyropodcastspotify.com/fireworksbrigade Visit Starr Fireworks In search of the largest selection of fireworks in North Dakota? Visit our store online or in person, year round. CHECK US OUT

Episode #130: I'd Rather Have You Undead Hosts: Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker This episode of the Fireworks Brigade - A Pyro Podcast was recorded at Pyro Podcast Studios in Chicago, Illinois. The guys make a second big announcement about the Starr Fireworks dealer show scheduled for May 6, 2023. Some of the Topics Discussed Brand New Open Brand New Open Would You Rather Questions Pyro Purge Wilson Lam Interview Announcement Co-Demo Update Sales Update and Expectations 2023 China Trip Fireworks News Fireworks Judge WWJD Get Out of Hell Free Master Class & First Look “Big Rocket Johnny Let's Talk Pyro CONTACT US Follow Us! youtube.com/fireworksbrigadetwitter.com/pyropodcastspotify.com/fireworksbrigade Visit Starr Fireworks In search of the largest selection of fireworks in North Dakota? Visit our store online or in person, year round. CHECK US OUT

Episode #129: Mortar Bear Hosts: Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker This episode of the Fireworks Brigade - A Pyro Podcast was recorded at Pyro Podcast Studios in Chicago, Illinois. We’re well into the dog days of the season, but the demo show and ultimately the fireworks season are fast approaching. We talk some pyro and John makes a big announcement about the Starr Fireworks dealer show scheduled for May 6, 2023. If you like our podcast, you’ll love our Youtube channel! Some of the Topics Discussed Brand New Open Pyro Purge What’s Up With Big Rocket Johnny? Tales From the Coffee Shop and the Bank Lobby Fireworks News Fireworks Judge The Tale of the Mortar Bear Production Alternatives Fake Q’s Fargo News Mexico Zoo Barbecue Demo Announcement Let's Talk Pyro CONTACT US Follow Us! youtube.com/fireworksbrigadetwitter.com/pyropodcastspotify.com/fireworksbrigade Visit Starr Fireworks In search of the largest selection of fireworks in North Dakota? Visit our store online or in person, year round. CHECK US OUT

Episode #128: Stable Condition Hosts: Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker This episode of the Fireworks Brigade - A Pyro Podcast was recorded at Casa Starr in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. With the Super Bowl now over, Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker visit their favorite vacation spot in Cabo. If you like our podcast, you’ll love our YouTube channel! Some of the Topics Discussed Pyro Purge Fireworks News Fireworks Judge Fake Q’s (Recession Edition) Pyro Tombstones Cabo News Let's Talk Pyro CONTACT US Follow Us! youtube.com/fireworksbrigadetwitter.com/pyropodcastspotify.com/fireworksbrigade Visit Starr Fireworks In search of the largest selection of fireworks in North Dakota? Visit our store online or in person, year round. CHECK US OUT

Episode #127: That’ll Be $96.50 Hosts: Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker This episode of the Fireworks Brigade - A Pyro Podcast was recorded at Pyro Podcast Studios in Chicago, Illinois. There are just a few shopping days left before Christmas, be sure to get your fireworks ASAP. We give you some of our favorite holiday fireworks and a pyro parody to the tune of The Christmas Song. Some of the Topics Discussed Pyro Purge Bad Driving Trends 2023 Selling Season Expectations WWJD (Bono Edition) Johnny Dancing The Christmas Song (A Pyro Parody) Favorite Holiday Fireworks Let's Talk Pyro CONTACT US Follow Us! youtube.com/fireworksbrigadetwitter.com/pyropodcastspotify.com/fireworksbrigade Visit Starr Fireworks In search of the largest selection of fireworks in North Dakota? Visit our store online or in person, year round. CHECK US OUT

Episode #126: R.I.P. Big Mike Hosts: Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker This episode of the Fireworks Brigade - A Pyro Podcast was recorded at the Casa Starr in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. Thanksgiving is over and Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker get together for their annual trip to Cabo. If you like our podcast, you’ll love our Youtube channel! Some of the Topics Discussed Pyro Purge Fireworks News Fireworks Judge Fake Q’s (Marriage Edition) WWJD & What is an NFT? Lots and Lots of Meth (a Fargo story) R.I.P. Big Mike Playing Craps with Bruce Willis Let's Talk Pyro CONTACT US Follow Us! youtube.com/fireworksbrigadetwitter.com/pyropodcastspotify.com/fireworksbrigade Visit Starr Fireworks In search of the largest selection of fireworks in North Dakota? Visit our store online or in person, year round. CHECK US OUT

#125: I Love to See Failure Hosts: Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker This episode of the Fireworks Brigade - A Pyro Podcast was recorded at Pyro Podcast Studios in Chicago, Illinois. The leaves have changed colors with thrills, chills, and scares in the air. This means that it is time for John and Ron to get together for their annual Halloween show. There’s some scary talk about inventory levels, shipping costs, and regulations. Beware and tread lightly! If you like our podcast, you’ll love our Youtube channel! Some of the topics covered during the discussion include IT Movie Pyro Purge Kudzu Update Shipping and Inventory Updates Covid Destroyer Discussion Tom Hansen Email Fireworks News Fake Q’s (Horror Movie Edition) Cabo News Label Inspiration Mexico City Recap Stay Current Follow us to get notified of new episodes, skits, and interviews. YouTube – Fireworks Brigade Twitter – twitter.com/PyroPodcast Spotify – Fireworks Brigade Visit Our Store In search of the best and widest variety of fireworks in North Dakota? Starr Fireworks Online Let’s Talk! Get in touch with the Fireworks Brigade crew and our special guests. Contact Us

#124: NFA Fall Expo 2022, Night 3 Hosts: Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker Special Guests: Ed Vasel, Vice President of the National Fireworks Association & Kenny from Crazy Horse Fireworks in Westin, West Virginia. This episode of the Fireworks Brigade, A Pyro Podcast was recorded directly from the Afterglow of the NFA’s Fall Expo 2022 on Saturday, September 10th, 2022. The 2022 edition of this annual convention is being held in Kingsport, Tennessee. A wide variety of guests sit with John and Ron to discuss all that is going on in the fireworks industry. Some of the topics covered during the discussion include Updates on all things within the fireworks industry. Stay Current Follow us to get notified of new episodes, skits, and interviews. YouTube – Fireworks Brigade Twitter – twitter.com/PyroPodcast Spotify – Fireworks Brigade Visit Our Store In search of the best and widest variety of fireworks in North Dakota? Starr Fireworks Online Let’s Talk! Get in touch with the Fireworks Brigade crew and our special guests. Contact Us