30 episodes

The idle chit-chat and mischievous banter offered in the Fireworks Brigade - A Pyro Podcast are provided by Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker. Johnny Starr, owner of Starr Fireworks has been designing, importing and selling fireworks and pyrotechnic effects for over three decades. After listening to just the first few minutes of any episode, you will understand that John’s expertise in pyrotechnics is unquestionable. Ron the Banker, part time volunteer and collaborator, spends his Fourth of July with Johnny in the Fargo / Moorhead area selling fireworks to local consumers and national wholesalers. Everyone from the casual backyard enthusiast to the serious pyrotechnician will be informed, enlightened and entertained. The show is sponsored by Starr Fireworks in Fargo North Dakota.

Fireworks Brigade - A Pyro Podcast Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker

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    • 4.6 • 11 Ratings

The idle chit-chat and mischievous banter offered in the Fireworks Brigade - A Pyro Podcast are provided by Johnny Starr and Ron the Banker. Johnny Starr, owner of Starr Fireworks has been designing, importing and selling fireworks and pyrotechnic effects for over three decades. After listening to just the first few minutes of any episode, you will understand that John’s expertise in pyrotechnics is unquestionable. Ron the Banker, part time volunteer and collaborator, spends his Fourth of July with Johnny in the Fargo / Moorhead area selling fireworks to local consumers and national wholesalers. Everyone from the casual backyard enthusiast to the serious pyrotechnician will be informed, enlightened and entertained. The show is sponsored by Starr Fireworks in Fargo North Dakota.

    We’re Here; Let’s Get Things Rolling

    We’re Here; Let’s Get Things Rolling

    Better late than never, the guys are back in Cabo San Lucas Mexico for some much needed rest & relaxation. Louie joins Ron and John at the Casa Starr table for some fireworks discussion.

    • 1 hr 12 min
    A Tribute to Poppy

    A Tribute to Poppy

    Life can change unexpectedly and no one can escape heartbreak. It’s with a heavy heart that we let our listeners know that John’s father passed away earlier this month. John and Ron take some time to heal and talk about Poppy’s large and wonderful life. As a friend once said, “Poppy’s kicking life’s ass!” Later on in the episode, we do manage to get to some fireworks news and other topics.

    • 1 hr 20 min
    Mad Ox Bob

    Mad Ox Bob

    The ball has just dropped, the spilled champagne is still sticky and it’s time to turn the calendars to 2024. Ron and John meet in Chicago at the Pyro Podcast studios to talk about the market challenges in 2024.

    • 1 hr 26 min
    Is Your Demo Tight Little Boy?

    Is Your Demo Tight Little Boy?

    It’s Christmas time and most people aren’t thinking about fireworks. Nevertheless, Ron, John, and their buddy Louie meet in Chicago at the Pyro Podcast studio to talk about fireworks and sing a song. Make sure to stick around for the pyro parody of Do You Hear What I Hear? Also, catch the video on YouTube. I am sure that Bing Crosby would be rolling over in his grave!

    • 1 hr 34 min
    Bang Bang Boom Boom

    Bang Bang Boom Boom

    With a short break in travel schedules, John and Ron get together for their pre-Thanksgiving episode. They meet in Chicago at the Pyropodcast studios to talk about fireworks and some other seasonal issues.

    • 1 hr 9 min
    The Bunker’s Empty; What Happened?

    The Bunker’s Empty; What Happened?

    The conventions are over and John and Ron get together for their annual Halloween episode. They meet in Chicago at the Pyropodcast studios to talk about fireworks and some other seasonal issues.

    • 1 hr 3 min

Customer Reviews

4.6 out of 5
11 Ratings

11 Ratings

conservative immigrant ,

Episode Jan 26th

Just subscribed. Fellow Pyro & Patriot here! Great Episode! 🇺🇸

Slim shady#2 ,

Pyro Podcast

Very interesting and super informative! Just watched episode 73 with Cody B! Round of applause to Ron The Banker and Johnny Starr for providing this awesome podcast.

CaboDad ,

Pyro Passion

Johnny Starr sure knows Pyro. These guys travel all over the world to talk about fireworks. I love the show. It’s well produced, funny and interesting.

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