The Swear Word

The Swear Word

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The Swear Word episodes

  • Get To Know The Newest Hot Sauce Company in the DFW | Guest: Q&A Fire and Flavor Co | TSW: Ep 179

    🎙️🔥 Welcome to The Swear Word Podcast! Episode 179, join your host Brandon Swear for a Blazin conversation with special guest Q and Allie of Q&A Fire and Flavor Co 🔥! Tonight we learn about how Q & Allie got into the world of hot and the inspiration to create each sauce, branding, talking about the way they have got into the market, diving, personal heat preference and much more.


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    🎙️ About The Swear Word Podcast

    The Swear Word explores the world of peppers, capsaicin, hot sauce, growers, science, culture, and the stories behind the burn. New episodes feature deep dives, expert conversations, and real talk for chiliheads at every level.


    📌 Available On:

    YouTube • Spotify • Apple Podcasts • Rumble


    🔔 Subscribe for more episodes on hot sauce, peppers, capsaicin science, gardening, and chilihead life.


    New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday

    Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Rumble & all major platforms

    Merch, community & more at TheSwearWord.net (New Site Coming Soon)


    ----more----

    👀 Missed the episode? No worries! Hit play now and catch up on the spice-filled reviews. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more spicy content – we're turning up the heat every week! 🔥🌶️ 


    ----more----

    Official The Swear Word website: https://theswearword.net/ 

    Are you a citizen of the Swear Nation yet?


    Hey spicy product makers! Sponsorship is now open! Check out the monthly or annual sponsorships https://theswearword.net 


    Q&A Fire and Flavor Co links:

    Website: https://fireandflavorco.com/ 

    Instagram: https://instagram.com/qafireandflavorco 

    TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@qafireandflavorco 

    Facebook: https://facebook.com/qafireandflavorco 

    YouTube: https://youtube.com/@fireandflavorco 





    —Sponsors—

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    Podvision.io if you need help getting your brand started or don’t know how or where to start. Let’s go as you can contact me now directly about PodVision.io! 


    If you have read this far you are amazing! Much love,

    Brandon Swear🔥❤️‍🔥


    🔥🎥 #TheSwearWord 🔥🎙️ #SpicyWorldUnleashed  #ChiliHeadsUnite #hotornot #EverythingFromTheWorldOfHot  #hotsaucelover  #hotsauceaddict #spicyfoodlover🔥 #burningchoices #chilihead #spicyreviews #superhot #Saucegauntlet #pick5cut5 #the5 #swearwordmerch #smallbatchsauce #uniquesauces  #podcasting  #dfw #fortworth #hotsauce 


    🔥  capsaicin science, Scoville heat units, spicy food tolerance, chilihead culture, building spice tolerance, chili eating challenge.


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    1 hr 6 min
  • The Newest Hot Sauce Festival In Louisiana | Guest: Billy of SWLA Hot Sauce Fest | TSW: Ep 178

    🎙️🔥 Welcome to The Swear Word Podcast! Episode 178, join your host Brandon Swear for a Blazin conversation with special guest Billy of Medusa Sala & Southwest Louisiana Hot Sauce Fest ( SWLA ) 🔥! Tonight we learn about how Billy got into the world of hot and the inspiration to create each sauce, branding, talking about the newest hot sauce festival in south Louisiana out in Lake Charles, League Of Fire newest Road to the belt match, kids gummy worm competition, vendor insight and much more.


    ----more----


    🎙️ About The Swear Word Podcast

    The Swear Word explores the world of peppers, capsaicin, hot sauce, growers, science, culture, and the stories behind the burn. New episodes feature deep dives, expert conversations, and real talk for chiliheads at every level.


    📌 Available On:

    YouTube • Spotify • Apple Podcasts • Rumble


    🔔 Subscribe for more episodes on hot sauce, peppers, capsaicin science, gardening, and chilihead life.


    New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday

    Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Rumble & all major platforms

    Merch, community & more at TheSwearWord.net (New Site Coming Soon)


    ----more----

    👀 Missed the episode? No worries! Hit play now and catch up on the spice-filled reviews. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more spicy content – we're turning up the heat every week! 🔥🌶️ 


    ----more----

    Official The Swear Word website: https://theswearword.net/ 

    Are you a citizen of the Swear Nation yet?


    Hey spicy product makers! Sponsorship is now open! Check out the monthly or annual sponsorships https://theswearword.net 


    SWLA’s Hot Sauce Fest links:

    Website: https://www.swlashotsaucefest.com/ 

    IG: https://www.instagram.com/swlashotsaucefest/ 

    FB: https://www.facebook.com/people/Swlas-Hot-Sauce-Fest/61581488043495/ 



    Medusa Salsa links:

    Website: https://medusa-salsa-llc.square.site/ 

    FB: https://www.facebook.com/medusasalsa/ 




    —Sponsors—

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    Podvision.io if you need help getting your brand started or don’t know how or where to start. Let’s go as you can contact me now directly about PodVision.io! 


    If you have read this far you are amazing! Much love,

    Brandon Swear🔥❤️‍🔥


    🔥🎥 #TheSwearWord 🔥🎙️ #SpicyWorldUnleashed  #ChiliHeadsUnite #hotornot #EverythingFromTheWorldOfHot  #hotsaucelover  #hotsauceaddict #spicyfoodlover🔥 #burningchoices #chilihead #spicyreviews #superhot #Saucegauntlet #pick5cut5 #the5 #swearwordmerch #smallbatchsauce #uniquesauces  #podcasting  #dfw #fortworth #hotsauce 


    🔥  capsaicin science, Scoville heat units, spicy food tolerance, chilihead culture, building spice tolerance, chili eating challenge.


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    1 hr 2 min
  • How Does Capsaicin, Snake Venom, & Hot Sauce Fit Together | Guest: Steve of Steves Snaketuary Ep 177

    🎙️🔥 Welcome to The Swear Word Podcast! Episode 177, join your host Brandon Swear for a Blazin conversation with special guest Steve of Steves Snaketuary 🔥! Tonight we learn about how Steve got into snakes, hot sauce, different types of venom, snake education, preservation, inspiration behind the sauces and snaketuary, wild and crazy stories and much more.


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    🎙️ About The Swear Word Podcast

    The Swear Word explores the world of peppers, capsaicin, hot sauce, growers, science, culture, and the stories behind the burn. New episodes feature deep dives, expert conversations, and real talk for chiliheads at every level.


    📌 Available On:

    YouTube • Spotify • Apple Podcasts • Rumble


    🔔 Subscribe for more episodes on hot sauce, peppers, capsaicin science, gardening, and chilihead life.


    New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday

    Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Rumble & all major platforms

    Merch, community & more at TheSwearWord.net (New Site Coming Soon)


    ----more----

    👀 Missed the episode? No worries! Hit play now and catch up on the spice-filled reviews. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more spicy content – we're turning up the heat every week! 🔥🌶️ 


    ----more----

    Official The Swear Word website: https://theswearword.net/ 

    Are you a citizen of the Swear Nation yet?


    Hey spicy product makers! Sponsorship is now open! Check out the monthly or annual sponsorships https://theswearword.net 


    Steves Snaketuary links:

    Website:  https://snaketuary.com/ 

    IG: https://www.instagram.com/steves_snaketuary/?hl=en 

    FB: https://www.facebook.com/stevessnaketuary 

    Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@snaketuary?_t=8aEJv3mYZHq&_r=1 

    YT: https://www.youtube.com/snaketuary 

    LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/snaketuary 





    —Sponsors—

    In need of a website that is a good representation of you and your company? Want to streamline your business flow with automations, gain leads, nurture your potential clients and new ones? Check out Webdx.one let them know that Brandon sent you for discount!


    Podvision.io if you need help getting your brand started or don’t know how or where to start. Let’s go as you can contact me now directly about PodVision.io! 


    If you have read this far you are amazing! Much love,

    Brandon Swear🔥❤️‍🔥


    🔥🎥 #TheSwearWord 🔥🎙️ #SpicyWorldUnleashed  #ChiliHeadsUnite #hotornot #EverythingFromTheWorldOfHot  #hotsaucelover  #hotsauceaddict #spicyfoodlover🔥 #burningchoices #chilihead #spicyreviews #superhot #Saucegauntlet #pick5cut5 #the5 #swearwordmerch #smallbatchsauce #uniquesauces  #podcasting  #dfw #fortworth #hotsauce 


    🔥  capsaicin science, Scoville heat units, compounding spice, spicy food tolerance, chilihead culture, hot sauce myths, pepper chemistry, building spice tolerance, chili eating challenge.


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    1 hr 33 min
  • Edgar Allan Poe, Hot Sauce, Beard oil, Coffee | Guest: Rachel of Poeman & Friends | TSW: Ep 176

    🎙️🔥 Welcome to The Swear Word Podcast! Episode 176, join your host Brandon Swear for a Blazin conversation with special guest Rachel of Poeman & Friends Hot Sauces🔥! Tonight we learn about Rachel’s entry into capsaicin and what got her started making hot sauce, inspiration, how the name and branding came to be, the journey from launch to now, balancing life, plans for 2026 and much more! 


    ----more----


    🎙️ About The Swear Word Podcast

    The Swear Word explores the world of peppers, capsaicin, hot sauce, growers, science, culture, and the stories behind the burn. New episodes feature deep dives, expert conversations, and real talk for chiliheads at every level.


    📌 Available On:

    YouTube • Spotify • Apple Podcasts • Rumble


    🔔 Subscribe for more episodes on hot sauce, peppers, capsaicin science, gardening, and chilihead life.


    New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday

    Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Rumble & all major platforms

    Merch, community & more at TheSwearWord.net (New Site Coming Soon)


    ----more----

    👀 Missed the episode? No worries! Hit play now and catch up on the spice-filled reviews. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more spicy content – we're turning up the heat every week! 🔥🌶️ 


    ----more----

    Official The Swear Word website: https://theswearword.net/ 

    Are you a citizen of the Swear Nation yet?


    Hey spicy product makers! Sponsorship is now open! Check out the monthly or annual sponsorships https://theswearword.net 


    Poeman & FriendsHot Sauces links:

    Website:  www.poemanaf.com

    IG: https://www.instagram.com/poemanandfriends/ 

    FB: https://www.facebook.com/poemanandfriends 

    Tiktok: @poeman.and.friends





    —Sponsors—

    In need of a website that is a good representation of you and your company? Want to streamline your business flow with automations, gain leads, nurture your potential clients and new ones? Check out Webdx.one let them know that Brandon sent you for discount!


    Podvision.io if you need help getting your brand started or don’t know how or where to start. Let’s go as you can contact me now directly about PodVision.io! 


    If you have read this far you are amazing! Much love,

    Brandon Swear🔥❤️‍🔥


    🔥🎥 #TheSwearWord 🔥🎙️ #SpicyWorldUnleashed  #ChiliHeadsUnite #hotornot #EverythingFromTheWorldOfHot  #hotsaucelover  #hotsauceaddict #spicyfoodlover🔥 #burningchoices #chilihead #spicyreviews #superhot #Saucegauntlet #pick5cut5 #the5 #swearwordmerch #smallbatchsauce #uniquesauces  #podcasting  #dfw #fortworth #hotsauce 


    🔥  capsaicin science, Scoville heat units, compounding spice, spicy food tolerance, chilihead culture, hot sauce myths, pepper chemistry, building spice tolerance, chili eating challenge.


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    1 hr 1 min
  • New Hot Sauces, Hockey, Balanced Family Focus | Guest: Zack of MTHELL Hot Sauces | TSW: Ep 175

    🎙️🔥 Welcome to The Swear Word Podcast! Episode 175, join your host Brandon Swear for a Blazin conversation with special guest Zack of MTHELL Hot Sauces🔥! Tonight we learn about Zack’s entry into capsaicin and what got him started making hot sauce, inspiration, reelecting on label art, collaborations and the fun opportunities they bring, balancing family life, the drive to success, new hot sauces that are out now for the anniversary release and much more! 


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    🎙️ About The Swear Word Podcast

    The Swear Word explores the world of peppers, capsaicin, hot sauce, growers, science, culture, and the stories behind the burn. New episodes feature deep dives, expert conversations, and real talk for chiliheads at every level.


    📌 Available On:

    YouTube • Spotify • Apple Podcasts • Rumble


    🔔 Subscribe for more episodes on hot sauce, peppers, capsaicin science, gardening, and chilihead life.


    New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday

    Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Rumble & all major platforms

    Merch, community & more at TheSwearWord.net (New Site Coming Soon)


    ----more----

    👀 Missed the episode? No worries! Hit play now and catch up on the spice-filled reviews. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more spicy content – we're turning up the heat every week! 🔥🌶️ 


    ----more----

    Official The Swear Word website: https://theswearword.net/ 

    Are you a citizen of the Swear Nation yet?


    Hey spicy product makers! Sponsorship is now open! Check out the monthly or annual sponsorships https://theswearword.net 


    MTHell Hot Sauces links:

    Website: https://mthell.shop/ 

    FB: https://facebook.com/mthellhotsauce 

    IG: https://www.instagram.com/mthell.shop?igsh=MWN0aTUzZ3ppZGNocw==

    X: https://twitter.com/mthellhotsauces 

    TT: https://tiktok.com/@www.mthell.shop 




    —Sponsors—

    In need of a website that is a good representation of you and your company? Want to streamline your business flow with automations, gain leads, nurture your potential clients and new ones? Check out Webdx.one let them know that Brandon sent you for discount!


    Podvision.io if you need help getting your brand started or don’t know how or where to start. Let’s go as you can contact me now directly about PodVision.io! 


    If you have read this far you are amazing! Much love,

    Brandon Swear🔥❤️‍🔥


    🔥🎥 #TheSwearWord 🔥🎙️ #SpicyWorldUnleashed  #ChiliHeadsUnite #hotornot #EverythingFromTheWorldOfHot  #hotsaucelover  #hotsauceaddict #spicyfoodlover🔥 #burningchoices #chilihead #spicyreviews #superhot #Saucegauntlet #pick5cut5 #the5 #swearwordmerch #smallbatchsauce #uniquesauces  #podcasting  #dfw #fortworth #hotsauce 


    🔥  capsaicin science, Scoville heat units, compounding spice, spicy food tolerance, chilihead culture, hot sauce myths, pepper chemistry, building spice tolerance, chili eating challenge.


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    1 hr 24 min
  • Jalapeño Wasabi Hot Sauce |Guests: Ara & Adam of Chef Flaco’s Salsa & Wicked Provisions |TSW:Ep 174

    🎙️🔥 Welcome to The Swear Word Podcast!  Episode 174, join your host Brandon Swear for a Blazin conversation with the return of special guest Adam and first time appearance of Ara of Chef Flaco’s Salsa & Wicked Provisions🔥! Tonight we catch up since last time when Adam was on the podcast, discuss the newest hot sauce from Wicked Provisions, we meet and get to know Ara, discuss Ara’s personal heat level, road map forward, CenTex on May 2nd and much more! 


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    🎙️ About The Swear Word Podcast

    The Swear Word explores the world of peppers, capsaicin, hot sauce, growers, science, culture, and the stories behind the burn. New episodes feature deep dives, expert conversations, and real talk for chiliheads at every level.


    📌 Available On:

    YouTube • Spotify • Apple Podcasts • Rumble


    🔔 Subscribe for more episodes on hot sauce, peppers, capsaicin science, gardening, and chilihead life.


    New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday

    Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Rumble & all major platforms

    Merch, community & more at TheSwearWord.net (New Site Coming Soon)


    ----more----

    👀 Missed the episode? No worries! Hit play now and catch up on the spice-filled reviews. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more spicy content – we're turning up the heat every week! 🔥🌶️ 


    ----more----

    Official The Swear Word website: https://theswearword.net/ 

    Are you a citizen of the Swear Nation yet?


    Hey spicy product makers! Sponsorship is now open! Check out the monthly or annual sponsorships https://theswearword.net 


    Chef Flaco’s Salsa + Wicked Provisions links:

    Website: http://www.chefflacosgourmetfoods.com/

    FB: http://www.facebook.com/chefflacossalsa

    IG: https://www.instagram.com/chefflacosalsa


    FB: https://www.facebook.com/share/1BtzN4pFhH/?mibextid=wwXIfr

    IG: https://www.instagram.com/wicked_provisions?igsh=MW5kaTB4cWl5amQycg==



    Jalapeño wasabi hot sauce: 

    https://www.chefflacosgourmetfoods.com/product/El-Pepe/QKPS67GM3IX5KYIZJHMURL4U




    —Sponsors—

    In need of a website that is a good representation of you and your company? Want to streamline your business flow with automations, gain leads, nurture your potential clients and new ones? Check out Webdx.one let them know that Brandon sent you for discount!


    Podvision.io if you need help getting your brand started or don’t know how or where to start. Let’s go as you can contact me now directly about PodVision.io! 


    If you have read this far you are amazing! Much love,

    Brandon Swear🔥❤️‍🔥


    🔥🎥 #TheSwearWord 🔥🎙️ #SpicyWorldUnleashed  #ChiliHeadsUnite #hotornot #EverythingFromTheWorldOfHot  #hotsaucelover  #hotsauceaddict #spicyfoodlover🔥 #burningchoices #chilihead #spicyreviews #superhot #Saucegauntlet #pick5cut5 #the5 #swearwordmerch #smallbatchsauce #uniquesauces  #podcasting  #dfw #fortworth #hotsauce 


    🔥  capsaicin science, Scoville heat units, compounding spice, spicy food tolerance, chilihead culture, hot sauce myths, pepper chemistry, building spice tolerance, chili eating challenge.


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    1 hr 3 min
  • Keeping the Burn Alive in Spain | Salvino “Peperoncino” Pasqualini | TSW: Ep 173

    🎙️🔥 Welcome to The Swear Word Podcast!  Episode 173, join your host Brandon Swear for a Blazin conversation with special guest Silvino “Peperoncino” Pasqualini 🔥! Tonight we talk life in Spain as a competitor, spicy food from Spain and Italy, path from viewing to competing and winning, favorite sauces to use the road forward for 2026 and much more! 


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    🎙️ About The Swear Word Podcast

    The Swear Word explores the world of peppers, capsaicin, hot sauce, growers, science, culture, and the stories behind the burn. New episodes feature deep dives, expert conversations, and real talk for chiliheads at every level.


    📌 Available On:

    YouTube • Spotify • Apple Podcasts • Rumble


    🔔 Subscribe for more episodes on hot sauce, peppers, capsaicin science, gardening, and chilihead life.


    New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday

    Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Rumble & all major platforms

    Merch, community & more at TheSwearWord.net (New Site Coming Soon)


    ----more----

    👀 Missed the episode? No worries! Hit play now and catch up on the spice-filled reviews. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more spicy content – we're turning up the heat every week! 🔥🌶️ 


    ----more----

    Official The Swear Word website: https://theswearword.net/ 

    Are you a citizen of the Swear Nation yet?


    Hey spicy product makers! Sponsorship is now open! Check out the monthly or annual sponsorships https://theswearword.net 


    Silvino “Peperoncino” Pasqualini links:

    FB: https://www.facebook.com/silvino.pasqualini 

    YT: https://youtube.com/@silvinopaqualini663?si=8ynpLKs76lqFPHIz 

    TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@silvinopasqualini1977  



    —Sponsors—

    In need of a website that is a good representation of you and your company? Want to streamline your business flow with automations, gain leads, nurture your potential clients and new ones? Check out Webdx.one let them know that Brandon sent you for discount!


    Podvision.io if you need help getting your brand started or don’t know how or where to start. Let’s go as you can contact me now directly about PodVision.io! 


    If you have read this far you are amazing! Much love,

    Brandon Swear🔥❤️‍🔥


    🔥🎥 #TheSwearWord 🔥🎙️ #SpicyWorldUnleashed  #ChiliHeadsUnite #hotornot #EverythingFromTheWorldOfHot  #hotsaucelover  #hotsauceaddict #spicyfoodlover🔥 #burningchoices #chilihead #spicyreviews #superhot #Saucegauntlet #pick5cut5 #the5 #swearwordmerch #smallbatchsauce #uniquesauces  #podcasting  #dfw #fortworth #hotsauce 


    🔥  capsaicin science, Scoville heat units, compounding spice, spicy food tolerance, chilihead culture, hot sauce myths, pepper chemistry, building spice tolerance, chili eating challenge.


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    57 min
  • Funky Blues Metal & Spicy Food | Guest :Tom Jordan of 20 Watt Tombstone | TSW: Ep 172

    🎙️🔥 Welcome to The Swear Word Podcast!  Episode 172, join your host Brandon Swear for a Blazin conversation with special guest Tom Jordan of 20 Watt Tombstone 🔥! Tonight we talk music, hot sauce about initial experience with spicy food, touring and trying other spicy dishes, 20 Watt Tombstone and much more! 


    ----more----


    🎙️ About The Swear Word Podcast

    The Swear Word explores the world of peppers, capsaicin, hot sauce, growers, science, culture, and the stories behind the burn. New episodes feature deep dives, expert conversations, and real talk for chiliheads at every level.


    📌 Available On:

    YouTube • Spotify • Apple Podcasts • Rumble


    🔔 Subscribe for more episodes on hot sauce, peppers, capsaicin science, gardening, and chilihead life.


    New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday

    Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Rumble & all major platforms

    Merch, community & more at TheSwearWord.net (New Site Coming Soon)


    ----more----

    👀 Missed the episode? No worries! Hit play now and catch up on the spice-filled reviews. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more spicy content – we're turning up the heat every week! 🔥🌶️ 


    ----more----

    Official The Swear Word website: https://theswearword.net/ 

    Are you a citizen of the Swear Nation yet?


    Hey spicy product makers! Sponsorship is now open! Check out the monthly or annual sponsorships https://theswearword.net 


    20 Watt Tombstone links:

    Website: https://20watttombstone.com/

    FB: https://www.facebook.com/20watttombstone/#

    YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYUr2SUZ8lgMeeVYPz99X-A

    SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4QydkamDuA2eBx2F9UYDTQ

    IG: https://www.instagram.com/20watttombstone/



    —Sponsors—

    In need of a website that is a good representation of you and your company? Want to streamline your business flow with automations, gain leads, nurture your potential clients and new ones? Check out Webdx.one let them know that Brandon sent you for discount!


    Podvision.io if you need help getting your brand started or don’t know how or where to start. Let’s go as you can contact me now directly about PodVision.io! 


    If you have read this far you are amazing! Much love,

    Brandon Swear🔥❤️‍🔥


    🔥🎥 #TheSwearWord 🔥🎙️ #SpicyWorldUnleashed  #ChiliHeadsUnite #hotornot #EverythingFromTheWorldOfHot  #hotsaucelover  #hotsauceaddict #spicyfoodlover🔥 #burningchoices #chilihead #spicyreviews #superhot #Saucegauntlet #pick5cut5 #the5 #swearwordmerch #smallbatchsauce #uniquesauces  #podcasting  #dfw #fortworth #hotsauce 


    🔥  capsaicin science, Scoville heat units, compounding spice, spicy food tolerance, chilihead culture, hot sauce myths, pepper chemistry, building spice tolerance, chili eating challenge.


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    1 hr 40 min
  • Growing Fundamentals, Travel & Road Ahead | Guest: Rich Blood aka Pepper Guru | TSW: Ep 171

    🎙️🔥 Welcome to The Swear Word Podcast!  Episode 171, join your host Brandon Swear for a Blazin conversation with the return of special guest Rich Blood aka Pepper Guru 🔥! Tonight we catch up on how the year has been, discuss travel, the move, grow plans for 2026 and much more! 


    ----more----


    🎙️ About The Swear Word Podcast

    The Swear Word explores the world of peppers, capsaicin, hot sauce, growers, science, culture, and the stories behind the burn. New episodes feature deep dives, expert conversations, and real talk for chiliheads at every level.


    📌 Available On:

    YouTube • Spotify • Apple Podcasts • Rumble


    🔔 Subscribe for more episodes on hot sauce, peppers, capsaicin science, gardening, and chilihead life.


    New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday

    Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Rumble & all major platforms

    Merch, community & more at TheSwearWord.net (New Site Coming Soon)


    ----more----

    👀 Missed the episode? No worries! Hit play now and catch up on the spice-filled reviews. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more spicy content – we're turning up the heat every week! 🔥🌶️ 


    ----more----

    Official The Swear Word website: https://theswearword.net/ 

    Are you a citizen of the Swear Nation yet?


    Hey spicy product makers! Sponsorship is now open! Check out the monthly or annual sponsorships https://theswearword.net 

    Pepper Guru links:

    Website: https://pepperguru.com 

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PepperGuru 

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealPepperGuru 

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepepperguru 

    X : https://x.com/thepepperguru 

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pepperguru 


    —Sponsors—

    In need of a website that is a good representation of you and your company? Want to streamline your business flow with automations, gain leads, nurture your potential clients and new ones? Check out Webdx.one let them know that Brandon sent you for discount!


    Podvision.io if you need help getting your brand started or don’t know how or where to start. Let’s go as you can contact me now directly about PodVision.io! 


    If you have read this far you are amazing! Much love,

    Brandon Swear🔥❤️‍🔥


    🔥🎥 #TheSwearWord 🔥🎙️ #SpicyWorldUnleashed  #ChiliHeadsUnite #hotornot #EverythingFromTheWorldOfHot  #hotsaucelover  #hotsauceaddict #spicyfoodlover🔥 #burningchoices #chilihead #spicyreviews #superhot #Saucegauntlet #pick5cut5 #the5 #swearwordmerch #smallbatchsauce #uniquesauces  #podcasting  #dfw #fortworth #hotsauce 


    🔥  capsaicin science, Scoville heat units, compounding spice, spicy food tolerance, chilihead culture, hot sauce myths, pepper chemistry, building spice tolerance, chili eating challenge.


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  • 🔥 Finding “Your” Heat: How to Choose the Right Hot Sauce Without Wasting Money 🌶️ | TSW: Ep 170

    🔥 Finding “Your” Heat: How to Choose the Right Hot Sauce Without Wasting Money 🌶️


    The Ultimate Guide for Chiliheads, Beginners & Flavor Seekers


    Have you ever bought a hot sauce that looked amazing… only to try it once and never touch it again?


    You’re not alone.


    In this episode of The Swear Word, host Brandon Swear breaks down how to find the right hot sauce for YOU without falling for hype, misleading Scoville numbers, or expensive mistakes. Whether you’re brand new to spicy food or a seasoned chilihead, this episode helps you understand heat tolerance, flavor balance, and how to build a personal heat journey that actually lasts.


    🔥 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

    • Why most people buy the wrong hot sauce

    • What capsaicin actually does to your brain and body (in plain English)

    • Why Scoville Heat Units don’t tell the full story

    • The difference between fast heat vs slow heat

    • How genetics affect spice tolerance (supertasters vs non-tasters)

    • How to find your personal “heat zone”

    • Smart ways to shop for hot sauce without wasting money

    • How to build tolerance without burning out

    • Why flavor-forward sauces create lifelong chiliheads


    This is the perfect starting episode if you want to:

    ✔️ Discover new hot sauces

    ✔️ Stop wasting money on bottles you never finish

    ✔️ Understand your spice tolerance

    ✔️ Learn how to taste hot sauce properly

    ✔️ Enjoy spicy food without regret or pain


    🌶️ Why This Episode Matters:

    Most people don’t hate spicy food they just haven’t found their heat yet. This episode flips the script on “hot for the sake of hot” and shows how understanding flavor, physiology, and personal preference leads to better experiences with peppers, sauces, and spicy products.


    Whether you’re into hot sauce, chili peppers, pepper powders, spicy food culture, or just trying to level up your meals this episode sets the foundation.


    🎙️ About The Swear Word Podcast

    The Swear Word explores the world of peppers, capsaicin, hot sauce, growers, science, culture, and the stories behind the burn. New episodes feature deep dives, expert conversations, and real talk for chiliheads at every level.


    📌 Available On:

    YouTube • Spotify • Apple Podcasts • Rumble


    🔔 Subscribe for more episodes on hot sauce, peppers, capsaicin science, gardening, and chilihead life.


    New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday

    Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Rumble & all major platforms

    Merch, community & more at TheSwearWord.net (New Site Coming Soon)


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    👀 Missed the episode? No worries! Hit play now and catch up on the spice-filled reviews. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more spicy content – we're turning up the heat every week! 🔥🌶️ 


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    Official The Swear Word website: https://theswearword.net/ 

    Are you a citizen of the Swear Nation yet?


    Hey spicy product makers! Sponsorship is now open! Check out the monthly or annual sponsorships https://theswearword.net 


    —Sponsors—

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    Podvision.io if you need help getting your brand started or don’t know how or where to start. Let’s go as you can contact me now directly about PodVision.io! 


    If you have read this far you are amazing! Much love,

    Brandon Swear🔥❤️‍🔥


    🔥🎥 #TheSwearWord 🔥🎙️ #SpicyWorldUnleashed  #ChiliHeadsUnite #hotornot #EverythingFromTheWorldOfHot  #hotsaucelover  #hotsauceaddict #spicyfoodlover🔥 #burningchoices #chilihead #spicyreviews #superhot #Saucegauntlet #pick5cut5 #the5 #swearwordmerch #smallbatchsauce #uniquesauces  #podcasting  #dfw #fortworth #hotsauce 


    🔥  capsaicin science, Scoville heat units, compounding spice, spicy food tolerance, chilihead culture, hot sauce myths, pepper chemistry, building spice tolerance, chili eating challenge.


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    27 min

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This is the show for the chili head community by the community! ”The Swear Word” is where fiery host, Brandon Swear rolls out new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday night at 8:00 (ct) and takes you…