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S10E14 S10:Ep14- Elevate Instant Reaction
This wasn't at "instanty" as I normally would be, but it's been a busy weekend filled with a lot of great people and great moments. Here's a look back at the last three days that was Elevate!DEALS …
S10E13 S10:E13 - Battle in the Sky with PGI and Ace Pyro
A brand-new competition is taking flight at this year’s Pyrotechnics Guild International convention—and it’s already shaping up to be one of the most talked-about events of the week.In this episode…
S10E12 S10:E12- Stop Believing, Start Knowing. 1.4g Pro Use, Wholesale, and the Size of Our Boomers
There’s a lot of noise in the fireworks world—and not all of it is coming from the shells.In this episode of Pyro Talk, we’re cutting through the myths, marketing, and straight-up misunderstandings…
S10E11 S10:E11 - Inside Pyro Talk: Sponsors, Schedule & What’s Coming
In this episode of Pyro Talk, we take you inside the show.No guest this time—just a straight-up look at what’s happening behind the scenes, where Pyro Talk is headed, and how you can be part of it.…
S10E10 S10:Ep10- Pack the Trailer, We’re Going to PGI!
The Pyrotechnics Guild International Convention is headed to Kaukauna, Wisconsin this August, and the Midwest pyro community is getting ready to Ignite the Sky. In this episode of Pyro Talk, I sit…
S10E9 S10: E9-Behind the Fire Button with CJ Jurczak
What does it really take to run a professional fireworks show in the modern era? In this episode of Pyro Talk, host Jason Rude sits down with CJ Jurczak to go behind the fire button and explore the…
S10E8 S10: E 8 - Midlands Pyro Association: Where Fire Meets Family
In this episode of Pyro Talk, Jason sits down with Nebraska Chad and Brian Schwinck from the Midlands Pyrotechnic Association to talk about what really keeps the fireworks community alive: clubs,…
S10E7 S10:E7 Rockets, Powder, and a Win for Pyro
In this episode, I sit down with Aaron Daehler at the Iowa Pyrotechnics Association meeting for a deep dive into the fundamentals of pyrotechnics. We break down how black powder is made, how rockets…
S10E6 S10:E6 Passing the Torch: Fireworks Through Young Eyes
In this episode of Pyro Talk, I’m joined by a very special guest—my son—for a conversation about what it’s like growing up around fireworks and developing a passion for pyrotechnics at a young age.…
S10E3 S10:E5 The Road to Sky Wars Begins
Sky Wars season is officially underway. In this early-cycle conversation, we’re joined by Nathan Dexter, Jacob Pierce, and Chad Flanders, the three shooters selected for the Pro-Am competition, to…
S10E4 S10:E4 The Rules We Break
In this episode of Pyro Talk, we take an honest look at the rules we’re taught, the best practices we preach, and the safety standards we quietly let slide once show day pressure kicks in.From hazard…
S10E3 S10:Ep3 Precision Over Power: The Art of Explosive Demolition
What does it take to drop a massive bridge safely, cleanly, and exactly the way you planned it?In this episode of Pyro Talk, I’m joined by Ryan Olson and Shannon North from Veit USA for a…
S10E2 S10:E2 Precision Over Power: Coordinating an Explosive Bridge Demolition
Precision Over Power: Coordinating an Explosive Bridge DemolitionThe explosive demolition of the Black Hawk Bridge wasn’t about spectacle—it was about precision, planning, and coordination on a…
S10E1 S10:E1 Why Everyone’s Talking About Elevate 2026 w/ the Cobra Crew!
Everyone’s talking about Elevate Expo 2026, and for good reason. This episode of Pyro Talk sits down with Scott Smith, Cobra Zach, and Jonathan McCormick to break down what’s coming next—and why…
S9E11 S9:E11 - Building Smarter Shows: Inside the Pyro Vault Platform
Fireworks design has come a long way from notebooks, guesswork, and scattered video files—and Pyro Vault is pushing the industry into its next era.In this episode, Jason sits down with Ty Kvasnicka,…
S9E10 S9:E10 Changing Everything: LuxeSFX Is Here!!
In this milestone episode, Victor Diaz joins Jason to unveil LuxeSFX—a brand-new force in the American effects market that’s about to change how shows are built, lit, and experienced. From LuxeStix…
S9E9 S9:E9 Your Agent in China: Terry Winkle on Fireworks Past, Present, and Next
Jason sits down with one of the industry’s most fascinating behind-the-scenes figures: Terry Winkle. From his unforgettable role in the making of Passfire to his hands-on work shaping the evolution…
S9E7 S9:E8 Rogoz Unfiltered: The Truth About 1.4G Pro Use
In this episode Jason sits down with one of the most knowledgeable — and candid — voices in the pyrotechnics world: Peter Rogoz. Together, they dig deep into the origins of 1.4G Professional Use Only…
S9E7 S9:E7- Conversations of Opportunity: Going From Wet Behind the Ears to Industry Insider
In this reflective solo episode, I trace the unlikely path from my first day as a completely green 1.3G crew member—wet behind the ears, overwhelmed, and instantly hooked—to becoming a podcaster…
S9E6 S:9E6- Regulate or Eliminate? The Future of 1.4g Professional Use Only
This week on Pyro Talk, we dig deep into the debate surrounding 1.4g “Professional Use Only” fireworks. What’s the real difference between a code and a law, and how does legislation like this…
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