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!
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S2E16: Donnie and David Season Recap
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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 e-fire and looking at COBRA Firing Systems, it'll never be cheaper that it is this weekend. Donnie and David share wh…
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S2E15: Donnie and David talk to Craig Hetherington and the new PGI site
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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 nights and everything in between. We then chat about how the new 1.4PRO Invitational, and how the exact rules…
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S2E14: Donnie and David talk to Nick Archer from the UK
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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 the wonderful display Nick put on at PyroJam, and how that came about. This is an episode your sure to reme…
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S2E13: Donnie and David talk to Jonathan McCormick about Cobra Con 2025
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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, and show line ups, to some brand new ways you can get involved. We also talk about Pyro Unleashed Podcast's mult…
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S2E12: Donnie and David talk to Danny Bonanno with Sooner SkyFire Showdown
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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 Festival this weekend! https://soonerskyfireshowdown.com/ Send us a text Discord: https://discord.gg/9PWT7pC…
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S2E11: Donnie and David talk Sky Wars follow up, APA follow up, and chatter about Cobra Con
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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. Send us a text Discord: https://discord.gg/9PWT7pC8M7 Website: https://www.pyrounleashedpodcast.com/ YouTube: h…
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S2E10: Chris and Beth Stasey - Lonestar Fireworks
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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, and what they want for the future of the event. 100% of all profits from the Lonestar Fireworks Festival go directly t…
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S2E9.5 Rob Cima talks SkyWars cancelation
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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. Send us a text Discord: https://discord.gg/9PWT7pC8M7 Website: https://www.pyrounleashedpodcast.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@P…
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S2E9 Donnie and David talk to Ed Vasel
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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. Be sure to find us at our tradeshow booth under the LARGE Dominator tent at Sky Wars this weekend! Send …
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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 then dive deep into some SkyWars chat and talk about our roll in the week at SkyWars, and about having a t…
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S2E6 Donnie and David PGI and PyroJam Chat
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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 IPC. Send us a text Discord: https://discord.gg/9PWT7pC8M7 Website: https://www.pyrounleashedpodcast.com/ Y…
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S2E5 Joel Robinson with Verge Aero
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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 NEVER going to replace fireworks, in fact, most (if not all) pilots started out in fireworks. https://www.…
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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 for next year! We then talk about some new ideas they might have to improve the display field with it being tig…
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S2E3: Donnie and David Live from PGI with Travis Kramer and Zach Huibregtse
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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 PGI experience and the upcoming Friday night Anthem fired using CobraTEK. Send us a text Discord: https://discord…
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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. Send us a text Discord: https://discord.gg/9PWT7pC8M7 Website: https://www.pyrounleashedpodcast.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.co…
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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 can enter for next years PyroJam with Finale 3D. If you would like to go see this one of a kind international compe…
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S2E1: Craig Hetherington and Dan Muzzy from PGI
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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 Convention. Dan goes into some must see seminars this year and what is new to the schedule. Send us a text Discord: https://discord.g…
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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 Send us a text Discord: https://discord.gg/9PWT7pC8M7 Website: https://www.pyrounleashedpodcast.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PyroUnleashedP…
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Episode 16 - Bryan Szajko - RKM Fireworks
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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 RKM carries and how they are navigating the proline regulations. Send us a text Discord: https://discord.gg/9PWT7pC8M7 W…
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Episode 15 - Garisson Risner the King of Boom
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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 about how he got into fireworks, his time with Cody B and now branching out on his own as the KingofBoom. https://www.youtube.c…
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Episode 14 - Preparing for Weather, All Things Towers, Pyro News
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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 important topics in the pyro news world. Send us a text Discord: https://discord.gg/9PWT7pC8M7 Website: htt…
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Episode 13 - Marcus Berger with Fireworks Forever
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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 also shares his knowledge on running a small fireworks business and some best practices for someone looking to start your own…
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Episode 12 - Demos, weather, favorite firework brand, and upcoming guests
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David and Donnie sit down and chat about next weeks guest, our weekends with weather, storms, and demos as well as where to watch the videos. They also chat about their favorite firework brands and why they are favorites. Send us a text Discord: https://discord.gg/9PWT7pC8M7 Website: https://www.pyrounleashedpodcast.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtub…
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Episode 11 - Scott Schuh with Wisconsin Pyrotechnics Arts Guild (WPAG)
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David and Donnie talk to Scott Schuh, competitor at PGI, Sky Wars, and so much more. We chat about his experiences at the events, and how joining a club can be super benificial. If you are in the Wisconsin area, please join there club! https://www.wpag.us/ Send us a text Discord: https://discord.gg/9PWT7pC8M7 Website: https://www.pyrounleashedpodca…
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Episode 10 - Cobra-Con Updates from David and KCAP Shoot with Donnie
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Join us for Episode 10 as Donnie talks about the recent KCAP Shoot and how the Cobra / FireTEK integration is going. David fills us in on the 18R3, Cobra-Con washout of Friday night, and the chaos of Saturday's shows. Send us a text Discord: https://discord.gg/9PWT7pC8M7 Website: https://www.pyrounleashedpodcast.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.co…
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Episode 9 - Joel with Pyroland Fireworks
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Take a listen as we talk to Joel with Pyroland about there amazing products, there great colors, where you can see them this year, and how Joel got into fireworks. We also talk about where Pyroland is going to be doing pyromusicals this year, spoiler alert! PGI Sunday night, and at SkyWars for the unlimited show. Send us a text Discord: https://dis…
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Episode 8 - Proper storage, show setup, permits, current events, and Cobra-Con Dominator Sponsorship
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Take a listen this week as Donnie and David talk about proper storage for fireworks, how to setup shows, and tips, how to apply for permits, events coming up, and a sneak peak in our next sponsorship, and giveaways at Cobra-Con. Send us a text Discord: https://discord.gg/9PWT7pC8M7 Website: https://www.pyrounleashedpodcast.com/ YouTube: https://www…
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Episode 7 - Scott Smith and Zach Gilbert With Cobra
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Take a listen as we talk to Scott Smith and Zach Gilbert (Cobra Zach) about all things Cobra. Everything from upcoming Cobra-Con, version 7 firmware information, Ignite Firing Systems, Cobra's phenomenal customer service, and a all new 18R3 coming this year! Send us a text Discord: https://discord.gg/9PWT7pC8M7 Website: https://www.pyrounleashedpod…
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Episode 6 - TV Show talk, Current Events and Firing System Talk
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Donnie and David talk about the two pyro TV shows coming out, as well as talking about things we have going on. We also talk about some events coming up, and talk about our experiences with firing systems. We also chat about our new Discord channel we would love to have you join us on. Send us a text Discord: https://discord.gg/9PWT7pC8M7 Website: …
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Episode 5 - Craig Hetherington from PGI and Special Guests AJ Plata and James Keomongkhon
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Take a listen as Donnie and David talk to Craig Hetherington, 2nd Vice President from PGI about this years convention. Get some tips and insight into what is happening with PGI this year including an exclusive on this years public display line-up. Then AJ and James stop in and talk about there involvement in something special they are doing on Sund…
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Episode 4 - Dan Haines with Astro Magic FX
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Take as listen as Donnie an David sit down with Dan Haines from Astro Magic FX and talk about Dan's recent trip to China, his love for theatrical production of pyromusicals, and how he brought it all together in an epic PGI show for the ages!!! Send us a text Discord: https://discord.gg/9PWT7pC8M7 Website: https://www.pyrounleashedpodcast.com/ YouT…
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Episode 3 - Upcoming Season, Training Events and Safety
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Donnie and David chat about how the upcoming season looks, PGI training events across the country, and how to stay safe shooting shows, whether your hand firing, e-firing, or shooting a pyromusical. Send us a text Discord: https://discord.gg/9PWT7pC8M7 Website: https://www.pyrounleashedpodcast.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PyroUnleashedPod…
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Episode 2 - Ed Vasel with Dominator Fireworks
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Donnie and David sit down with NFA board member and state side representative for Dominator Fireworks Ed Vasel and talk about his role in the industry. From rules regarding Articles Pyrotechnic to how he got involved in the industry. Send us a text Discord: https://discord.gg/9PWT7pC8M7 Website: https://www.pyrounleashedpodcast.com/ YouTube: https:…
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Episode 1 - Who, Where, When and How
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Take a listen as Donnie and David sit down and talk about who they are, how they got into pyro, and what they have done in the industry! Send us a text Discord: https://discord.gg/9PWT7pC8M7 Website: https://www.pyrounleashedpodcast.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PyroUnleashedPodcastAf Pyro Unleashed Podcast
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