This week's episode of the Speaking Startup podcast is a holiday-themed entrepreneurship extravaganza.

First, from bubble buses to beer trucks, entrepreneurs across Missouri who cater to crowds at large public events are bracing for brisk business this weekend with the return of large July Fourth events. It’s a different scene from last summer, when as many as 80% of Independence Day celebrations were shut down due to COVID-19.

Plus, after record consumer spending on fireworks last year, Missouri retailers are seeing strong demand again this year. Strain to the global supply chain has led to diminished supply, but it hasn't dampened the outlook of sellers across the state.