Fireworks Brigade - A Pyro Podcast

Live from the Pyropodcast studios in suburban Chicago, Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker meet to talk about all things fireworks. In this episode, they start with a discussion about the correlation between the gas prices in the United States and consumer fireworks sales. They follow up with Fireworks News, What Would Johnny Do, and Ron shares a Dark Secret. Keep listening to get a peek into what they have planned for the America 205 celebration.

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Live from the Pyropodcast studios in suburban Chicago, Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker meet to talk about all things fireworks. In this episode, they start with a discussion about the correlation between the gas prices in the United States and consumer fireworks sales. They follow up with Fireworks News, What Would Johnny Do, and Ron shares a Dark Secret. Keep listening to get a peek into what they have planned for the America 205 celebration.

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In search of the largest selection of fireworks in North Dakota? Visit our store online or in person, year round.

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It’s the evening before the annual Starr Fireworks Demo. Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker get together to Livestream a behind-the-scenes pre-show from the showroom of Starr Fireworks in Fargo, North Dakota. There’s a lot of quality information, and if you want to see our ugly mugs, you can watch the livestream on our YouTube channel.

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April is coming to an end and that means Johnny is preparing for his annual Demo. But before he can display all of the new products for America 250, he needs to be in China to make sure the fireworks all arrive on time. Johnny and Ron get together by video chat to discuss what’s going on and how to plan for a successful 2026 fireworks season.

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It’s April and that means that Johnny is in China setting things up for a successful season. This boots on the ground endeavor helps Johnny successfully plan for the upcoming season. Johnny and Ron get together by video chat to discuss what’s going on and how to plan for a successful 2026 fireworks season.

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It’s not typical to see Johnny Starr early on a Sunday morning amongst the people, let alone recording a podcast. Turns out, John’s not a morning person, and he gets himself into some ranting trouble. He’s also off to China, so the guys recap what’s expected, and they also get deep into what America 250 means.

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Spring is in the air and John and Ron recruit Dino from Starr Fireworks and Fat Cat Fireworks to help them get ready for the season. Dino and the guys discuss current fireworks news and complete their fireworks brackets. There’s an update on tariffs and an update about America’s Birthday Bash!

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America 250, also known as the Semiquincentennial, is fast approaching.  Johnny and Ron got you covered and are here to help you plan for America’s Birthday Bash. The guys get together to recommend some novelty items, smoke items, and fountains for your 4th of July.

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Johnny and Ron gather with a bunch of their friends at Casa Starr in Cabo San Lucas for their annual Big Game Party. After a short description of “spite drinking” at the Baja Cantina, they move on to fireworks. If you like our podcast, subscribe to our YouTube channel.

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The last New Year’s Eve salute has rung out in the cold January air, and John and Ron are together, talking about fireworks. There’s some tariff talk, some production updates, and a preview of the Semiquincentennial. Come to think of it, we’re tired of mispronouncing the word, so from now on we’re calling it America’s Birthday Bash. If you like our podcast, subscribe to our YouTube channel.

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In search of the largest selection of fireworks in North Dakota? Visit our store online or in person, year round.

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