Pyro Unleashed Podcast
The sparks are flying for this illuminating podcast that pulls back the curtain on the explosive fireworks industry. From fuses to firepower, the show lights up the behind-the-scenes world of pyrotechnics. The Pyro Unleashed Podcast is a podcast about the people behind fireworks. We interview importers, manufacturers, retailers, scripters, and industry professionals. This podcast is for anyone who loves fireworks, so join us to unleash your inner pyro!
Episodes
37 episodes
Season 3 Teaser
Season 3 is upon us. Join Donnie and David for a sneak peak into what they have been up to and what is in store for Season 3!
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Season 3
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24:05
S2E18: SEASON FINALE! Donnie and David talk to Shaun Hauter
This is it! The season finale! We sit down and chat with the one and only Shaun Hauter! We talk about how he got into fireworks, why he still does pyro, and where he is going in the pyro industry. We chat about everything from PGI, to Sky Wars,...
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Season 2
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Episode 18
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1:37:37
S2E17: Donnie and David talk to Patrick Sheeder
In Season 2 Episode 17, Donnie and David are joined by Patrick Sheeder a 2-time PyroJam Competitor and 2024 1st Place People's Choice Winner. Patrick touches breifly on his current role with Disney and his experiences with PyroJam. ...
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Season 2
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Episode 17
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58:36
S2E16: Donnie and David Season Recap
As Season 2 starts to wind down and nearing the finale episode, Donnie and David look back over Season 2 and talk about the highs and lows. They discuss CobraCon 2025 and Cobra's Black Friday sale. If you're think about getting into...
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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52:06
S2E15: Donnie and David talk to Craig Hetherington and the new PGI site
Take a listen as Donnie and David talk to three time guest Craig Hetherington about the new PGI site. We talk about how the new site came about, and why we are going to be at the new site. We chat about field layout, camping, hotels, public nig...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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56:55
S2E14: Donnie and David talk to Nick Archer from the UK
David and Donnie got the chance to sit down and chat with Nick Archer from the UK on Bonfire Night out of all days! They talked about how the firework rules and regulations in the UK differ from our rules here is the USA. They also chat about t...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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39:01
S2E13: Donnie and David talk to Jonathan McCormick about Cobra Con 2025
We know you have been waiting, so here it is!!! This episode dropped at Midnight, the same time you could purchase your early-bird tickets for Cobra Con at https://www.cobra-con.com/We talk all things Cobra Con, from tradeshow, classes,...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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1:26:10
S2E12: Donnie and David talk to Danny Bonanno with Sooner SkyFire Showdown
Take a listen as Donnie and David talk to Danny Bonanno with Sooner SkyFire Showdown. We talk about how the idea came about only 1 month before the first competition last year! Danny doesn't stop, and is even competing at Lone Star Fireworks Fe...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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48:21
S2E11: Donnie and David talk Sky Wars follow up, APA follow up, and chatter about Cobra Con
Donnie and David talk about Sky Wars and how that evolved into a good time of fellowship, APA follow up with new rule changes, and some chatter about Cobra Con, as well as talking to Jonathan about new things in the works on November 1st.
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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47:04
S2E10: Chris and Beth Stasey - Lonestar Fireworks
Donnie and David met up with Chris and Beth Stasey during some downtime at Innsbrook, MO. Chris and Beth dive into the originals and purpose of the Lonestar Fireworks Festival. They talk about how it got started, where it is today,...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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43:07
S2E9.5 Rob Cima talks SkyWars cancelation
Bonus Episode - Donnie and David met up at SkyWars to chat with Rob Cima about the decison to cancel SkyWars 2024. What the furture of SkyWars looks like and how they can be better prepared for future rain issues.
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Season 2
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42:06
S2E9 Donnie and David talk to Ed Vasel
Talk a listen as Donnie and David dive deeper into chat with Ed Vasel (Dominator Fireworks) about how there season went, we chat about how NFA went, and how the APA will go this week. We also chat more about Sky Wars, and Dominators involvement...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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1:00:27
S2E8 Donnie and David talk NFA
Take a listen as Donnie and David talk about NFA, and some new rules and regulations coming to play in the pyro industry. We also chat about APA coming up next week and the rulings that will potentially come about with Articles Pyrotechnic. We ...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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50:48
S2E6 Donnie and David PGI and PyroJam Chat
Donnie and David don't have a guest this week. In fact, we talk about how crazy busy this season has been, with shows, and events. We dive deeper into PGI mumble jumble and then discuss how much of a success PyroJam was ran by Tim Jameson and I...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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47:23
S2E5 Joel Robinson with Verge Aero
Take a listen as we talk to Joel Robinson about the wonderful world of drones! We dive into the two marvelous displays at PGI in 2024 and the robot man at PGI in 2023 and how all of these displays got started. We then talk about how drones are ...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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54:52
S2E4 Rob Cima with Sky Wars
Donnie and David chat about PGI, and the pros and cons with all of the displays. We then chat with Rob Cima about all things Sky Wars! From the competitors, to each display that happens, and even some breaking news about the display field...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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1:12:56
S2E3: Donnie and David Live from PGI with Travis Kramer and Zach Huibregtse
Donnie and David recorded live at PGI afterglow with special guest Travis Kramer from KCAP as we talk about his first time at PGI and his Small Class C winning display. Then we bring up Zach Huibregtse (Great Plains Pyro) to discuss his P...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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43:42
PGI Day 3 - George from Malta
Pyro Unleashed is at PGI! Listen in as Donnie and David talk to George, a mechanical fireworks engineer from Malta. George is one of 3 Maltese that came to the United States to teach seminars at this years convention.
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Season 2
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5:15
S2E2: Tim Jameson with IPC
Episode two is one for the books! Take a listen as Donnie and David interview Tim Jameson (owner of IPC) and talk about some scripting strategies, and all things PyroJam!From entry time, and ticket sales, to participants, and how you ca...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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1:19:32
S2E1: Craig Hetherington and Dan Muzzy from PGI
Season 2 opens with a bang as Donnie and David bring back Craig Hetherington the 2nd VP of PGI and first time guest Dan Muzzey the Chairperson of Seminars to talk all things PGI 2024. Listen in as we discuss the 2024 Convent...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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46:37
Season 2 - Season Teaser
Donnie and David sit down and chat about Season two. We have started video podcasting so be sure to check that out on YouTube. Be sure to check out our website and merch store: Pyrounleashedpocast.com
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Season 2
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9:45
Episode 16 - Bryan Szajko - RKM Fireworks
On the Season 1 Finale Donnie and David talk with Bryan Szajko the new owner of RKM Fireworks. Bryan talks about how he got into fireworks and the challenges faced of buying a fireworks business. Bryan talks about the brands that ...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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55:07
Episode 15 - Garisson Risner the King of Boom
According to Garisson "Not All Comets Are Made Equal". This week Donnie and David chat with YouTuber Garisson Risner about his new channel @KingOfBoom5. You all might know Garisson from his time with Cody B. Garisson talks ab...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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1:00:33
Episode 14 - Preparing for Weather, All Things Towers, Pyro News
Donnie and David talk about how weather can affect setup, be it time in the field, or extra setup prior to show day. They also talk about whether towers are worth the hassle in time, money, and field space, as well as talking about three very i...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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1:02:28
Episode 13 - Marcus Berger with Fireworks Forever
Marcus joins David and Donnie to talk about how he got into fireworks and his role as GM of Fireworks Forever in St. Croix Falls, WI. We dive into the products he carries and talk about his house brand Epic Fireworks. Marcus ...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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1:13:29