Episode #152: Once Again I Sound Like a Narcissist Hosts: Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker The guys have been apart for over a month and there’s much to discuss. The bulk of the episode is a recap of John’s annual buying trip in China and what the wholesalers can expect for next year. This episode was recorded at the Pyropodcast studios in suburban …

Episode #151: Pyro Sex Party! Hosts: Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker The night before John leaves for his annual China buying trip, Ron and John get together to recap recent events at NFA and discuss future plans. This annual Halloween episode was recorded at the Pyropodcast studios in suburban Illinois. If you like the podcasts, please subscribe a…

Episode #150: Larry Lomaz Roundtable – Live From NFA Fall Expo Hosts: Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker Special Guests: Steve Kozar and Robert Burke This episode of the Fireworks Brigade – A Pyro Podcast was recorded in Erie, Pennsylvania during the NFA’s annual Fall Expo. There’s always some great fun and fascinating stories when the name Larry Loma…

Episode #149: Pro Line Product Discussion – Live From NFA Fall Expo Hosts: Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker Special Guests: Steve Hauser, Past President NFA & Ed Vasel, Vice President NFA This episode of the Fireworks Brigade – A Pyro Podcast was recorded in Erie Pennsylvania during the NFA’s annual Fall Expo. There was a noticeable increase in “Pro…

Episode #148: Bum Bum Hosts: Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker This episode of the Fireworks Brigade – A Pyro Podcast was recorded in the Fireworks Brigade Studios in suburban Illinois. The selling season and the Independence Day Holiday are now over. John and Ron are in Chicago to wrap up the season and look forward to the NFA Expo. They take some t…

Episode #147: I Thought These Were Fake Handcuffs 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 4th of July and the guys are prepared for the Final Countdown. If you like our podcast, you’ll love our YouTube channel. Some…

Episode #146: She Thinks My Pyro’s Sexy 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 are getting somewhat “loopy”. If you like our podcast, you’ll love our YouTube channel. Some topics …

Episode #145: 360 Shots of Pure Pleasure 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 start of retail week and the guys are moving out of their comfort zones. You can also watch this episode on our YouTube channel. If yo…

Episode #144: A Decade of Discord Hosts: Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker Special Guests: Dino & Mad Ox Bob It’s been 10 years since the very first episode of Fireworks Brigade was uploaded to the internet. Since that time, we’ve made it our mission to always inform and entertain our listeners while entertaining each other. For most of this episode,…

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…

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, “…

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 top…

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…

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…

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 …

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 S…

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 y…

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 th…

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 c…

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,…

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 f…

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, …

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 N…

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…

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…

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…

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 t…

#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. …

#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, S…

#123: NFA Fall Expo 2022, Back It Up Terry Hosts: Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker Special Guests: Tami Bridgeman and Reed Treend from Britton Gallagher; John Manglis from Pyro Bucs Fireworks; Adam Keeley from Pinnacle Fireworks; Steve Houser, President of the National Fireworks Association This episode of the Fireworks Brigade, a Pyro Podcast was r…

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