NOEL NOAB Episode #10: Surprise! Ron the Banker and Johnny Starr Hosts: Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker The rack’s been secured, wired for ignition, and ready to launch! Considering most people in the fireworks industry are hyper-stressed in June and July, they tend to relax and smell the potassium nitrate during the holidays. During this downtime,…

NOEL NOAB Episode #09: Ed Vasel, Dominator Fireworks & Vice President of the NFA Hosts: Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker The rack’s been secured, wired for ignition, and ready to launch! Considering most people in the fireworks industry are hyper-stressed in June and July, they tend to relax and smell the potassium nitrate during the holidays. Durin…

NOEL NOAB Episode #08: Steve Houser, Red Rhino Fireworks Hosts: Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker The rack’s been secured, wired for ignition, and ready to launch! Considering most people in the fireworks industry are hyper-stressed in June and July, they tend to relax and smell the potassium nitrate during the holidays. During this downtime, we get …

NOEL NOAB Episode #07: Darci Hoesley, Maximum Load Fireworks Hosts: Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker The rack’s been secured, wired for ignition, and ready to launch! Considering most people in the fireworks industry are hyper-stressed in June and July, they tend to relax and smell the potassium nitrate during the holidays. During this downtime, we …

NOEL NOAB Episode #06: Wilson, Chili / Black Scorpion Fireworks Hosts: Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker The rack’s been secured, wired for ignition, and ready to launch! Considering most people in the fireworks industry are hyper-stressed in June and July, they tend to relax and smell the potassium nitrate during the holidays. During this downtime, …

NOEL NOAB Episode #05: Matt Roach, Pyro Buy Hosts: Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker The rack’s been secured, wired for ignition, and ready to launch! Considering most people in the fireworks industry are hyper-stressed in June and July, they tend to relax and smell the potassium nitrate during the holidays. During this downtime, we get to know 9 imp…

NOEL NOAB Episode #04: John Jersey, Red Rooster Fireworks Hosts: Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker The rack’s been secured, wired for ignition, and ready to launch! Considering most people in the fireworks industry are hyper-stressed in June and July, they tend to relax and smell the potassium nitrate during the holidays. During this downtime, we get…

NOEL NOAB Episode #03: Tom Wilson, Black Market Fireworks Hosts: Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker The rack’s been secured, wired for ignition, and ready to launch! Considering most people in the fireworks industry are hyper-stressed in June and July, they tend to relax and smell the potassium nitrate during the holidays. During this downtime, we get…

NOEL NOAB Episode #02: Amy Liu, Happy Family / Riakeo Fireworks Hosts: Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker The rack’s been secured, and it’s wired for ignition and ready to launch! Considering most people in the fireworks industry are hyper-stressed in June and July, they tend to relax and smell the potassium nitrate during the holidays. During this do…

NOEL NOAB Episode #01: Paul Smith, President of the PGI Hosts: Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker The rack’s been secured, wired for ignition, and ready to launch! Considering most people in the fireworks industry are hyper-stressed in June and July, they tend to relax and smell the potassium nitrate during the holidays. During this downtime, we get t…

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,…

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