The Heat Source

The Heat Source

Hot Sauce Reviews by Mike & Matt

Episodes 143
Avg. Duration 1h
Activity Declining
Apple Rating 4.7 (12)
Since Mar 2022
Latest Episode Jan 2026

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About This Podcast

Mike & Matt are willing to take the heat (and potential pain) for you through their podcast The Heat Source. They will taste, review, and learn about the world of hot sauce one bottle at a time, from small-batch to commercial brands. If you like it spicy, tune in to discover new flavors and brands, learn some fun facts, and generally dive into the ever growing community of hot sauce and pepper fandom. Let's Heat Up!

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Recent Episodes

S5E1 Nate of Fat Baby Hot Sauce joins to talk Beer City Pepper Fest!

Jan 15, 2026 47m

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode!We are back to kick off the new year with a great discussion, Peppers!! Specifically we are joined by owner of Fat Baby Hot…

S4E21 Sam & Henry of Hook & Arrow join the Pod!!!

Sep 25, 2025 59m

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode!We are joined by sauce makers we have been fans of from the beginning. Sam & Henry of Hook & Arrow join to discuss…

S4E20 NashSeoul Hot by Seed Ranch & Ooh La La by Butterfly Bakery of Vermont

Sep 01, 2025 1h 11m

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode!We are back with a combo of two well established brands. Both Hot Ones alums and both bringing some great flavors to the…

S4E19 Datil Garlic by Stanky Sauce & Spicier Sauerkraut & Mustard by Hook & Arrow

Aug 14, 2025 1h 19m

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode!We are back with familiar sauces in Stanky Sauce's Datil Garlic & Hook & Arrow's latest Hot Ones sauce, Spicier…

S4E18 Ethan of the Sauced App joins the show!

Jul 21, 2025 54m

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode!We had a very special guest this week with Ethan of the Sauced App. An app for your phone that will let you rate and review…

S4E17 Neil's real Deal Peach Habanero & Whitehouse Station Carolina Reaper

Jul 14, 2025 58m

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode!We continued our series of Tears of Joy Hot Sauce Expo sponsored episodes with two sauces that have found simple ideas and…

S4E16 Jwala Red & Green Chili by Chooza

Jul 06, 2025 1h 5m

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode!We kicked off our Tears of Joy Hot Sauce Expo in BC, Canada sponsored episodes with a Canadian Hot Sauce, Chooza Hot Sauce.…

S4E15 JalaPickle by Pex Peppers & Taco Vibes Only by Butterfly Bakery of Vermont

Jun 26, 2025 57m

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode!This week we went mild and extremely hot! We tried a dill pickle hot sauce by Pex Peppers that may be the most mild we have…

S4E14 We Discuss The New Hot Ones Season 27 Lineup

Jun 20, 2025 47m

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode!We breakdown the recent Hot Ones lineup, discuss returning alumni and a surprise newcomer to the big show. We catchup on…

S4E13 Panqa Peruvian Hot Sauce

Jun 11, 2025 1h 1m

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode!We try a new brand with Panqa, a Peruvian Hot Sauce that started out of a California restaurant. This sauce has gained…

S4E12 Sweet Jalapeno Reaper by Stanky Sauce & Trinidad Thyme Bomb by Black Eyed Susan

May 23, 2025 1h 5m

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode!We welcome back Stanky Sauce to the table as we try their latest endeavor, Sweet Jalapeno Reaper. We also try a new brand…

S4E11 HornetBOMB by Pex Peppers

Apr 24, 2025 1h 1m

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode!Pex Peppers returns with a stinger of a sauce. HornetBOMB has a hell of a punch with a simple ingredient list. We build our…

S4E10 Butter Chicken Habanero by Chev's Hot Sauce

Apr 12, 2025 1h 2m

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode!We are back with a Canadian brand, Chev's Hot Sauce, and their Butter Chicken Habanero. Mike has talked about Butter…

S4E9 We are joined by Radhi of Hot Box Philly

Apr 04, 2025 1h 10m

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode!We are joined this week by Radhi of Hot Box Philly. He and Steve of Pickle Monster have joined forces to create this new…

S4E8 Hot Sauce Guide joins the Podcast!

Mar 26, 2025 1h 14m

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode!We are joined by Mark aka Hot Sauce Guide to talk to him about the Fiery Foods Show, his review process, new collabs and…

S4E7 Everything but the Taco by Seed Ranch Flavor Co

Mar 20, 2025 49m

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode!We are back with another new brand to the podcast, Seed Ranch Flavor Co! We dive into this Colorado based hot sauce company…

S4E6 Black Garlic Cayenne - Burke's & Cocoa Chaos by Butch's Hot Stuff

Mar 14, 2025 1h 4m

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode!Two new sauces that were recommended by different hot sauce makers! Burke's Hot Sauce was a brand we first encountered in…

S4E5 Cast Iron Kyle Joins for Revenge of the Fifth

Mar 07, 2025 1h 35m

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode!Kyle Seip known as Cast Iron Kyle on socials is back to talk the upcoming hot sauce festival season. We reflect on the…

S4E4 Easy Green by Fat Baby Hot Sauce & Hot House by Butterfly Bakery of Vermont

Feb 19, 2025 1h 11m

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode!This week we got to try two classic sauces with a twist. Easy Green is a Salsa Verde that ramps up the heat and adds some…

S4E3 Blueberry Carolina Reaper by Long Island Pepper Co

Feb 07, 2025 53m

Text us a question or comment and you might get it read on a future episode!We are back with a new sauce brand from Long Island, the aptly named "Long Island Pepper Co". Locally sourced ingredients…

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