The Swear Word

The Swear Word

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The Swear Word episodes

  • Great High Heat Natural Sauces |Guest: Tim of Volcanic Peppers |HoN : Volcanic Peppers | TSW: Ep 149

    🎙️🔥 Welcome to The Swear Word Podcast!  Episode 149, join your host Brandon Swear for a Blazin conversation with special guest Tim of Volcanic Peppers🔥! Tonight we discuss how he got started, the journey from Chocolate Lightning hot sauce to now, the success of Hot Ones, the ups and downs along the way, the wide selection and variation of spicy products, newest Hot Sauces, future goals and much more! 


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    🌶️🔥 Plus, Hot 🥵 or Not 🧊 4 hot sauce from Volcanic Peppers on deck gaining their official Swear Word rating!🤬 Get the scoop on flavor, spice, and why they deserve a spot in your hot sauce lineup.


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    🚨Also The Sauce Gauntlet is locked and loaded for tonight’s episode!🌶️🔥


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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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    🔊 Join us for Episode 149 and be part of the spicy conversation. This isn't just a podcast; it's a community of chili enthusiasts sharing the love for all things hot. New Episodes Tuesdays & Thursdays at 8pm central! 🔥🌶️ 


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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 


    Volcanic Peppers Links:

    Website: https://volcanicpeppers.com/

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

    IG: https://www.instagram.com/volcanicpeppers?


    Direct Links:


    Black & Blue: https://volcanicpeppers.com/black-and-blue-berry-and-scotch-bonnet-sauce/ 


    The Traveler: https://volcanicpeppers.com/the-traveler-paprika-hot-sauce/ 


    Smokin’ Hot Scarlett: https://volcanicpeppers.com/smokin-hot-scarlett-cayenne-pepper-and-ghost-hot-sauce/ 


    Horsebrains: https://volcanicpeppers.com/horsebrains-super-hot-sauce/ 



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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! 


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    Limited Sponsor available now! 

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

    Brandon Swear🔥❤️‍🔥


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

    1 hr 14 min
  • Taste buds in a headlock |Guest: Darren of Headlock Hot Sauce| HoN: Hamigos Hot Sauce | TSW: Ep 148

    🎙️🔥 Welcome to The Swear Word Podcast!  Episode 148, join your host Brandon Swear for a Blazin conversation with special guest Darren of Headlock Hot Sauce🔥! Tonight we discuss how he got started, Headlock hot sauce and how it was started, the journey of entrepreneurship, the success of getting covered on the news outlets, the ups and downs along the way, the different areas of possible focus and growth, new labels, future goals and much more! 


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    🌶️🔥 Plus, Hot 🥵 or Not 🧊 1 hot sauce from Hamigos Hot Sauce on deck gaining their official Swear Word rating!🤬 Get the scoop on flavor, spice, and why they deserve a spot in your hot sauce lineup.


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    🚨Also Keep 5, Cut 5 is locked and loaded for tonight’s episode!🌶️🔥


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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!


    ----more----


    🔊 Join us for Episode 148 and be part of the spicy conversation. This isn't just a podcast; it's a community of chili enthusiasts sharing the love for all things hot. New Episodes Tuesdays & Thursdays at 8pm central! 🔥🌶️ 


    ----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 


    Headlock Hot Sauce Links:

    Website: https://headlockhotsauce.com/

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

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

    TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@headlockhotsauce?_t=8nxnK3isOEh&_r=1 

    LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/headlock-hot-sauce/ 

    YT: https://www.youtube.com/@headlockhotsauce8942 


    Hamigos Hot Sauce Links:

    Website: https://www.hamigos.com/ 


    Direct Links:


    Ajo Loco: https://www.hamigos.com/products/ajo-loco 


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    Sponsors:


    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! 


    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!


    Limited Sponsor available now! 

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

    Brandon Swear🔥❤️‍🔥


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

    1 hr 1 min
  • Hot Sauce & Business Mindset | Guest: Nicole of Sauce Boss Gang | HoN: Sauce Boss Gang | TSW: Ep 147

    🎙️🔥 Welcome to The Swear Word Podcast! Episode 147, join your host Brandon Swear for a Blazin conversation with special guest Nicole of Sauce Boss Gang🔥! Tonight we discuss how she got started, Sauce Boss Gang and how it was started, the journey of entrepreneurship, the ups and downs that come along with that, future goals and much more!


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    🌶️🔥 Plus, Hot 🥵 or Not 🧊 1 hot sauce from Sauce Boss Gang on deck gaining their official Swear Word rating!🤬 Get the scoop on flavor, spice, and why they deserve a spot in your hot sauce lineup.


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    🚨Also Keep 5, Cut 5 is locked and loaded for tonight’s episode!🌶️🔥


    ----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----


    🔊 Join us for Episode 147 and be part of the spicy conversation. This isn't just a podcast; it's a community of chili enthusiasts sharing the love for all things hot. New Episodes Tuesdays & Thursdays at 8pm central! 🔥🌶️


    ----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


    Sauce Boss Gang Links:

    Website: https://saucebossgang.com/

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

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

    TT https://www.tiktok.com/@saucebossgang?lang=en

    LI https://www.linkedin.com/in/sauce-boss-gang-15b800288/

    YT https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQcpRafEHcfxkWYCGmTRTUQ?view_as=subscriber


    Direct Links:


    Liquid Gold: https://saucebossgang.com/products/sauce-boss-gang-liquid-gold-hot-saucesauce-boss-gang-liquid-gold-hot-sauce


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    Sponsors:


    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!


    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!


    Limited Sponsor available now!

    __________________________


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

    Brandon Swear🔥❤️‍🔥


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

    1 hr 4 min
  • Years Of Growing Knowledge |Guest: Bob Skrivan | Hot or Not: United Sauces | TSW: Ep 146

    🎙️🔥 Welcome to The Swear Word Podcast! Episode 146, join your host Brandon Swear for a Blazin conversation with special guest Bob Skrivan of Death Spiral Pepper Sauce Company🔥! Tonight we discuss how he got started, Death Spiral Pepper Sauce Company and how it was started, growing superhot peppers for League Of Fire competitions, personal heat preference, growing methods and tips and much more!


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    🌶️🔥 Plus, Hot 🥵 or Not 🧊 3 hot sauces from United Sauces on deck gaining their official Swear Word rating!🤬 Get the scoop on flavor, spice, and why they deserve a spot in your hot sauce lineup.


    ----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----


    🔊 Join us for Episode 146 and be part of the spicy conversation. This isn't just a podcast; it's a community of chili enthusiasts sharing the love for all things hot. New Episodes Tuesdays & Thursdays at 8pm central! 🔥🌶️


    ----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


    Bob Skrivan links:

    FB: https://www.facebook.com/robert.j.skrivan

    Death Spiral FB: https://www.facebook.com/deathspiralpeppersaucecompany



    United Sauces links:

    Website: https://unitedsauces.com/


    Direct Links:


    Killer Sauce: https://unitedsauces.com/products/killer-sauce-habaneros-that-will-make-you-scream-with-ghost-face?_pos=2&_psq=killer&_ss=e&_v=1.0


    Turn Before You Burn: https://unitedsauces.com/products/turn-before-you-burn-hot-sauce-with-devil-head?_pos=1&_psq=turn&_ss=e&_v=1.0


    Bonehead: https://unitedsauces.com/products/bone-head-hot-sauce-with-skeleton-face?_pos=2&_psq=bone&_ss=e&_v=1.0



    __________________________

    Sponsors:


    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!


    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!


    Limited Sponsor available now!

    __________________________


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

    Brandon Swear🔥❤️‍🔥


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

    1 hr 13 min
  • Multi LOF Belt Holder |Guest: Annee “The Reaper Teacher” Boyer| HoN: United Sauces | TSW: Ep 145

    🎙️🔥 Welcome to The Swear Word Podcast! Episode 145, join your host Brandon Swear for a Blazin conversation with special guest Annee “The Reaper Teacher” Boyer🔥! Tonight we discuss how she got started, how she got her name, what its like being in League of Fire belt matches, prep for challenges, a charity organization that she is passionate about and much more!


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    🌶️🔥 Plus, Hot 🥵 or Not 🧊 2 hot sauces from United Sauces on deck gaining their official Swear Word rating!🤬 Get the scoop on flavor, spice, and why they deserve a spot in your hot sauce lineup.


    ----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----


    🔊 Join us for Episode 145 and be part of the spicy conversation. This isn't just a podcast; it's a community of chili enthusiasts sharing the love for all things hot. New Episodes Tuesdays & Thursdays at 8pm central! 🔥🌶️


    ----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


    The Reaper Teacher links:

    Website: https://thereaperteacher.com/

    FB: https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Reaper-Teacher/100089046704837/

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

    YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYGY7X6fHNCgz9qMdZg2AyA


    Annee’s passion project mentioned

    Best Buddies organization: https://paypal.me/bestbuddiesjhs?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US


    United Sauces links:

    Website: https://unitedsauces.com/


    Direct Links:


    Hammerhead Habanero: https://unitedsauces.com/products/sharkbite-hammerhead-habanero-hot-sauce?_pos=2&_psq=shark&_ss=e&_v=1.0


    Great White Garlic: https://unitedsauces.com/products/sharkbite-great-white-garlic-hot-sauce?_pos=1&_psq=shark&_ss=e&_v=1.0



    __________________________

    Sponsors:


    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!


    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!


    Limited Sponsor available now!

    __________________________


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

    Brandon Swear🔥❤️‍🔥


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

    1 hr 11 min
  • Growing Peppers & Primo Wrecking Crew |Jacob Deathridge| HoN: Interstellar Confections | TSW: Ep 144

    🎙️🔥 Welcome to The Swear Word Podcast!  Episode 144, join your host Brandon Swear for a Blazin conversation with the return of special guest Jacob Deathridge of Deathridges Peppers🔥! Tonight we discuss growing peppers, being a part of the Primo Wrecking Crew and providing peppers for League of Fire belt matches, how to get a box of superhot peppers, how the growing season has gone and much more! 


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    🌶️🔥 Plus, Hot 🥵 or Not 🧊 2 spicy chocolate bars from Interstellar Confections on deck gaining their official Swear Word rating!🤬 Get the scoop on flavor, spice, and why they deserve a spot in your hot sauce lineup.


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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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    🔊 Join us for Episode 143 and be part of the spicy conversation. This isn't just a podcast; it's a community of chili enthusiasts sharing the love for all things hot. New Episodes Tuesdays & Thursdays at 8pm central! 🔥🌶️ 


    ----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 


    Jacob Deathridge links:

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

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

    TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@deathridgespeppers?lang=en  

    FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FWUweJXpa/ 


    Interstellar Confections links:

    IG: https://www.instagram.com/interstellar_confections?



    __________________________

    Sponsors:


    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! 


    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!


    Limited Sponsor available now! 

    __________________________


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

    Brandon Swear🔥❤️‍🔥


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

    1 hr 9 min
  • Stacking The Heat: Does Capsaicin Really Add Up? Reflection Points From This Last Comp.| TSW: Ep 143

    Does spicy heat stack up, or is your tongue just tricking you? In this deep-dive episode, we explore one of the hottest debates among chiliheads and food scientists alike: does capsaicin in peppers and spicy products actually compound in heat, raising the Scoville level with each bite, or is it always capped at the hottest pepper you’ve eaten? We’ll break down the science of how capsaicin interacts with your pain receptors, whether eating multiple spicy foods averages the heat, and why some people swear the burn keeps building. Along the way, we’ll explore cultural eating traditions, pepper chemistry, tolerance building, and call back to earlier episodes on spice history, landrace peppers, and myths about hot sauce.


    Whether you’re a seasoned chilihead pushing your limits or someone curious about why that third wing feels hotter than the first, this episode uncovers the truth about compounding heat, endurance eating, and what your body is really experiencing when you chase the fire.


    Perfect for spicy food lovers, competitive eaters, science enthusiasts, and anyone looking to understand the hidden mechanics of the Scoville scale.


    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!

    ----more----

    🔊 Join us for Episode 143 and be part of the spicy conversation. This isn't just a podcast; it's a community of chili enthusiasts sharing the love for all things hot. New Episodes Tuesdays & Thursdays at 8pm central! 🔥🌶️ 


    ----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 


    —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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    30 min
  • A Double League of Fire Belt Match Weekend!!| Return of Guest:Paul of League Of Fire | TSW: Ep 142

    🎙️🔥 Welcome to The Swear Word Podcast! Episode 142, join your host Brandon Swear for a Blazin conversation with the return of special guest Paul of League Of Fire🔥! Tonight we talk about HTX Hot Heads LOF Belt Match and other pepper comps this weekend, the growth of the space, first time coming to Houston Texas, what to expect at these event, the arrival of new competitors and much more! ----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----🔊 Join us for Episode 142 and be part of the spicy conversation. This isn't just a podcast; it's a community of chili enthusiasts sharing the love for all things hot. New Episodes Tuesdays & Thursdays at 8pm central! 🔥🌶️ ----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 League Of Fire links:Website: https://leagueoffire.com/ Submit Challenges: firehub.me/leagueoffireFB: https://www.facebook.com/leagueoffireIG: league.of.fire YT: https://www.youtube.com/LeagueOfFire X: League_of_FireTT: leagueoffire __________________________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

    1 hr
  • Spice Invincibles, Hydrated vs. Dehydrated, Capsaicin’s effects on Organs & The Brain | TSW: Ep 141

    🔥 Why do some animals and even a rare few humans  feel nothing when eating the world’s spiciest peppers? In this episode of Spice Invincibles: Who Ignores Capsaicin’s Fiery Punch, then lets talk about being hydrated vs dehydrated when competing or eating spice, how capsaicin interacts with your organs, meds, and vitamins so come along as host Brandon Swear uncovers the fascinating science behind those who are immune to chili heat and much more!


    We’ll explore:

    🌶️ Animals without the burn  from birds that snack on chilies without flinching, to frogs and rabbits with unique genetic twists.

    🧬 Humans who can’t feel spice ultra rare TRPV1 mutations that make people completely resistant to capsaicin.

    👅 Supertasters vs. spice ghosts  why some people feel heat more intensely, while others don’t feel it at all.

    🔥 Crossover effects  what else changes if your body doesn’t detect chili burn, from pain thresholds to alcohol and caffeine sensitivity.

    📊 How rare is it?  the real numbers behind spice proof individuals.

    🌍 Beyond the kitchen  how genetics, evolution, and even seed banks influence the future of spice.


    Packed with fun analogies, real research, and easy to understand science, this episode is perfect for chiliheads, foodies, and anyone curious about how our bodies interact with flavor and heat.


    👉 Whether you love ghost peppers or can’t stand jalapeños, this podcast uncovers why spice hits us all differently – and why some creatures simply walk away unfazed.


    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----

    🔊 Join us for Episode 141 and be part of the spicy conversation. This isn't just a podcast; it's a community of chili enthusiasts sharing the love for all things hot. New Episodes Tuesdays & Thursdays at 8pm central! 🔥🌶️ 


    ----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 


    L.O.F. blog about competitors: https://leagueoffire.com/the-ethics-of-immunity-why-banning-in-chilli-eating-contests-is-a-slippery-slope/ 


    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🔥❤️‍🔥


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    chili pepper science, capsaicin explained, why peppers are spicy, animals that eat peppers, birds and chili peppers, TRPV1 receptor, human spice immunity, why some people don’t feel spice, supertasters vs non tasters, capsaicin sensitivity, chili pepper podcast, spicy food facts, pepper genetics, spice tolerance, heat resistance, chilihead podcast, ghost pepper science, reaper pepper facts, hot sauce community, spicy food challenge science


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  • Philosophy in the Fire: Stoicism, Plato, & Aristotle Through the Heat of Chiles | TSW: Ep 140

    What happens when ancient philosophy collides with the blistering heat of the world’s hottest chiles? 🌶🔥 This special episode blends Stoic wisdom, Plato’s timeless allegory, and Aristotle’s virtue ethics into one epic journey of resilience, truth, and growth, all explored through the lens of spicy challenges.


    We begin with Stoicism and the Carolina Reaper, uncovering how mental fortitude, self-control, and acceptance of discomfort can turn the fiercest burn into a lesson in calm resilience. From there, we descend into Plato’s Cave, exploring how our comfort zones mirror shadows on the wall and how chile peppers, from mild bell to superhot, become metaphors for breaking free into uncomfortable but liberating truths. Finally, we turn to Aristotle, revealing how the practice of facing spicy challenges builds courage, temperance, and wisdom one bite at a time.


    This isn’t just about heat. It’s about living fully:

    • Learning to endure hardship with clarity.

    • Breaking free from comfort zones and illusions.

    • Cultivating resilience and balance through repeated practice.


    Whether you’re a chilehead, a lover of philosophy, or someone seeking fresh ways to face life’s discomforts, this episode fuses ancient ideas with modern fire to inspire growth, challenge limits, and ignite perspective.


    👉 Step into the flames of wisdom, your mind, and maybe your taste buds, will never be the same.


    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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    🔊 Join us for Episode 140 and be part of the spicy conversation. This isn't just a podcast; it's a community of chili enthusiasts sharing the love for all things hot. New Episodes Tuesdays & Thursdays at 8pm central! 🔥🌶️ 


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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 


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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…