If you made a list of expected casualties of 2020, a scrappy hot sauce startup might reasonably make the cut. And Hot Charlies nearly did shutter this year. But instead, Charlie says he and his family are doing well — and celebrating a saucy last few months.

This week we're re-airing our conversation from just about a year ago in September 2019 to spice up your feed once again. We'll be back with a fresh new episode next week.

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Until next time... Seize the plate!