The RHYTHM Pyro Podcast

**Video -> YouTube**   As designers, we obsess over product selection, performance analysis, and choreography...but somehow, color still gets the short end of the fuse. It's borderline criminal how often we overlook the impact of intentional color use in shaping the emotional and aesthetic power of a show.   In this episode, AJ and Bo dive in to color, giving you a practical, design-ready guide to harnessing it like a pro. You'll learn where to find the right color tools, how to apply them, and why your site picture will never look the same once you do. They also revisit standout displays from the past, breaking down real-world examples of color harmony that elevated the entire experience.   This episode is powered by: CraigCo llc. COBRA Firing Systems   Support the Sh*t Show!! Contribute -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, balls, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail (we'll play it on-air)!

**Video episode -> YouTube** Murica...f*ck yah...   Red, White, and Blue themed effects are the reason for the season and as pyromusical designers, we need to be able to identify the good stuff, and know how to use it in context within our designs.    Jamie, DEN, and Bo toss out a few of their favorite RWB 1.4 & 1.4 Pro effects and thoughts on what makes them solid performers relative to seasonal pyro shows.   This episode is powered by: CraigCo llc. COBRA Firing Systems   Support the Sh*t Show!! Contribute -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, balls, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail (we'll play it on-air)!

**Video episode -> YouTube**   Pyromusicals have come a long way in the last 10+ years.  In this episode Jamie, Bo, and AJ watch, react, and provide some commentary on videos from some early choreographed shows from a different era.   This episode is powered by: COBRA Firing Systems   Support the Sh*t Show!! Contribute -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, balls, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail (we'll play it on-air)!

In this explosive roundtable, the RHYTHM Pyro Podcast crew debunks the biggest myths in fireworks.  From public misunderstandings and newbie assumptions to seasoned pro slip-ups.  Whether you're a backyard hobbyist or a licensed display operator, this episode reveals some common misconceptions about pyro, safety, show design, gear, and more.   This episode is powered by: COBRA Firing Systems   Support the Sh*t Show!! Contribute -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, balls, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail (we'll play it on-air)!

FIIRREEEBALLLLL...Bo, AJ, and Jamie sit down with Jim Sakaley of Phoenix Pyrotechnics and Bill Corbett from the Fireball Dudes to talk about their upcoming offical/unofficial world record attempt in northeastern Ohio: a fireball show using up to 3-4,000 gallons of gasoline. Set to ignite during the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals, this isn't just any display—it's a full-scale wall of heat and flame choreographed pyro for maximum impact.   We dig into the logistics, safety protocols, and pure insanity behind orchestrating the largest gasoline-based fireball show in history. From mushroom cloud dreams to painting your dad bod to go down in history, you'll hear how these pyro veterans are turning a public event into a record-breaking inferno. Now...hold my gas can...   This episode is powered by: muuxBRD COBRA Firing Systems   Support the Sh*t Show!! Contribute -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, balls, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail (we'll play it on-air)!

COBRA-CON 2025 was a success.  TEAM RHYTHM came, saw, and conquered...as much as could be expected anyway...Tradeshows, merch sales, networking, educational seminars, and livestreams.  AJ, Jamie, and Bo reminisce upon their experiences at CC25.   This episode is powered by: muuxBRD COBRA Firing Systems   Support the Sh*t Show!! Contribute -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, balls, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail (we'll play it on-air)!    

**VIDEO EPISODE!!**   PYROJAM is an interesting take on the traditional choreographed pyromusical competition.  It's format affords aspiring and professional pyro show designers alike the opportunity to compete for the opportunity to see their show come to life on the fields of Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum in St. Leonard Maryland.   This years finalists have been selected and in this episode Jamie, Bo, and AJ react to their show submissions   Congratulations to Nuutti Oskari Syngelma (Finland), Timo Luttmann (Germany), and Zivojin Petrovic (Serbia).  Best of luck in August!   This episode is powered by: muuxBRD COBRA Firing Systems   Support the Sh*t Show!! Contribute -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, balls, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail (we'll play it on-air)!

When show day rolls around, chaos doesn't have to. In this episode of The Rhythm Pyro Podcast, AJ, Jamie, and Bo offer commentary on critical site roles that keep a fireworks shoot site running like clockwork. From process identification, & position based sub-leads to technology specialists, safety officers, and assembly lines...they dive deep into the art of crew task delegation—who should be doing what, why it matters, and how strong leadership can turn a scattered crew into a synchronized team.   They'll share real-world experiences (the good, and the bad), plus practical tips for planning your crew structure before boots & scooters even hit the field. Whether you're leading a professional 1.3 show or wrangling friends for a backyard pyromusical, this episode is your guide to running a smooth, safe, and efficient shoot.   Because when everyone knows their role? The show flows.   This episode is powered by: COBRA Firing Systems muuxBRD   Support the Sh*t Show!! Contribute -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, balls, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail (we'll play it on-air)!

Firing systems are a godsend, but they also add greater levels of complexity from setup to showtime.  We've been in the trenches with the COBRA Firing System, and this week Bo, AJ, and Jamie share some hard-earned lessons, best practices, and insider tips that can make or break your shoot.   Whether you're a seasoned professional or just getting started, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you avoid common pitfalls and execute on a COBRA setup site. Because in fireworks, like in life, preparation is everything. This episode is powered by: COBRA Firing Systems muuxBRD   Support the Sh*t Show!! Contribute -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, balls, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail (we'll play it on-air)!

*Video Episode* Pyro shows START with safe shoot site measurements.  Google Earth Pro is an effective & FREE tool you can leverage to layout launch positions, fallout zones, and get safety measurements in working with sponsors & AHJs.  & DEN Fireworks joins the guys for the first video segment of CAKE TALK   The guys go through the tool at a 10k foot down view (literally), show you how to create a basic spectator viewing area, make your first measurements, draw up fallout zones, enter street view for a different perspective, and provide some tips & pointers on how to sub-categorize your map assets for easy viewing. This episode is powered by: COBRA Firing Systems muuxBRD   Cake Talk Playlist   Support the Sh*t Show!! Contribute -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, balls, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail (we'll play it on-air)!

The fireworks industry has long been built on tradition, but what happens when a company dares to challenge the status quo?   In this episode, we sit down with Cody Hanna (Director of Business Development) and Kennady King (Director of Business Operations) from Victory Pyrotechnics, a forward-thinking display company that's rewriting the playbook.   A lot of fireworks companies that rely on subcontractors, Victory Pyro is vertically integrated, and fostering a company culture built on innovation, professionalism, and creative excellence. In this episode, AJ, Jamie, and Bo dive in with the Victory team and talk:  

Tariffs on fireworks and technology are hitting the industry hard. Whether you're a display professional or a backyard pyro, understanding these changes is key to making smarter buying decisions and optimizing costs this season.   DEN Fireworks joins Bo, AJ, and Jamie in this episodes to break down the US/China trade war and it's impact on the fireworks industry.  The guys take a tried and true consumers approach to cost optimization strategies that could help you get the most bang for your buck this pyro season.   Ep#86 CAKE TALK Playlist   This episode is powered by: COBRA Firing Systems   Support the Sh*t Show!! Contribute -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, balls, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail (we'll play it on-air)!

**The Sh*t Show Roundtable episodes are RAW and UNCENSORED ** Parental discretion is advised**   Close friends and OPAG pyro clubmates Nate Freeman and Steven McKeever join AJ, Bo, and Jamie on the February 2025 installment of the Sh*t Show Roundtable.   The roundtables are a departure from structured.  They're freeform conversation with pyros and there are no pre-determined topics of conversation.   Want to join us on a future episode of the Sh*t Show Roundtable??  Become a RHYTHM Patreon supporter and be the first to get our monthly casting call!   This episode is powered by: COBRA Firing Systems   Support the Sh*t Show!! Contribute -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, balls, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail (we'll play it on-air)!

Garisson Risner & Ben Marxen of Pegasus Illuminations won the "first to achieve maximum productivity in 2025" award as they rang in the new year setting a world record as they put up twelve 16" shells simultaneously for Mott, ND.   AJ, Jamie, and Bo spend nearly two quality hours (that flew by) talking pyro with these two as they relive the world record setting show experience.  They're the salt of the earth and driven by a raw, focused, love for fireworks that'll leave you excited and inspired to find your own creativity as you head into the 2025 season.   This episode is powered by: COBRA Firing Systems     Support the Sh*t Show!! Contribute -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, balls, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail (we'll play it on-air)!

We have the meats...2024's breakout designer & the mind behind some of the most profoundly impactful pyromusical field shaping's in 2024, Nathan Dexter; climbs in the ring for COBRA-CON 2025's Class C Championship in April.  He raps with us this week on the experience so far.   Support the Sh*t Show!! Contribute -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, balls, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail (we'll play it on-air)!

We continue the one-fuse slow burn to COBRA-CON 2025 and the Class C Championship this week with two-time PGI Class C Unlimited Participant, JP Hanson!   Support the Sh*t Show!! Contribute -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, balls, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail (we'll play it on-air)!

Don't let Michael Karr's YouTube brand fool you.  The dude's has come a long way in the short time he's honed his craft as a choreographed show designer.  "The Novice" Pyro...well...isn't so much a novice any more.     Jamie, AJ, and Bo talk with Mike about his journey, his previous experience in pyromusical competitions so far, and his next big challenge...COBRA-CON 2025 and their inaugural Class C Championship.    Support the Sh*t Show!! Contribute -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, balls, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail (we'll play it on-air)!

COBRA-CON becomes a battleground in 2025 as it's the latest venue to host a 1.4G pyromusical competition...and it's going to be a stellar inaugural year that features three really talented choreographed show designers.   John Hanson, Michael (The Novice Pyro) Karr, and Nathan Dexter gear up for an early season Class C slobberknocker this April!   Support the Sh*t Show!! Contribute -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, balls, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail (we'll play it on-air)!

On 12/17 we hosted a LIVE show while we tracked our Final episode for 2024.  Joined by over 40 members of our community we brought 2024 to a close with a some of our closest friends; reminiscing about our favorite episodes and pyro experiences in 2024.  Thank you for coming out and participating  ♥.   To all of our listeners...thank you for for being the beating heart of the RHYTHM Pyro Podcast.  We hope you have the Merriest of Christmases and the Happiest of New Years.    Until next we "talk about it" again...See you in 2025! Bo, AJ, & Jamie   CAKE TALK Playlist ep79 @DEN Fireworks   Support the Sh*t Show!! Contribute -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, balls, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail (we'll play it on-air)!  

**JOIN US LIVE on-air for our last episode tracking of 2024 (Tuesday Dec 17! 9pm EST)  Attendees hang with us On-Air! ->RHYTHM DISCORD Exclusive**   The end of a pyro season (while it might be sad) can be one of a hobbyists biggest opportunities to organize and start planning for the next season.   In this episode...Jamie, AJ, and Bo collect their thoughts and walk through their end of season organization best practices and share some ideas for what can be done to prepare for next season in your down time.   Support the Sh*t Show!! Contribute -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, balls, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail (we'll play it on-air)!

As 2024 comes to a close, one of the last big pyro hurdles designers and shooters face is executing killer fireworks shows in not so killer weather conditions.  It's cold this time of year...and cold and inclement weather can be a challenging landscape & experience.   In this episode, Jamie, AJ, and Bo dive into the mind of a CANADIAN (who's always cold) to level on some best practices and workflows for sending up pyro shows in cold weather. Den Fireworks stops by for Cake Talk ep77 Cake Talk Playlist   Support the Sh*t Show!! Contribute -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, balls, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail (we'll play it on-air)!

**The Sh*t Show Roundtable episodes are RAW and UNCENSORED ** Parental discretion is advised**   Show designers Jeremy Leonard and David Hanson join AJ, Bo, and Jamie this Thanksgiving for November 2024's Sh*t Show Roundtable.   The roundtables are a departure from the normal structured (ha) episode drops.  They're freeform conversation with pyros and there are no pre-determined topics of conversation.   Want to join us on a future episode of the Sh*t Show Roundtable??  Become a RHYTHM Patreon supporter and be the first to get our monthly casting call!   Support the Sh*t Show!! Contribute -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, balls, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail (we'll play it on-air)!

SMPTE timecode gives pyros the means to tie a massive variety of hardware together to create special show experiences.  But like all relationships...it can be complicated...   In this episode, Bo drags YOU and Jamie through the basics behind comping and formatting tracks for use in SMPTE applications, the importance of signal chain integrity, and system prep to receive timecode.   Cake Talk gets a face-lift with Den Fireworks Playlist   Support the RPP -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, One Shot Ballz, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail (we'll play it on-air)!

Cue counts are a part of the show.  They're as necessary to pyromusicals as the fireworks are.  HAVING super high cue counts...don't make your show "better".  In this episode AJ, Jamie, and Bo explore the misconception and try to peel back the curtain on why cue counts are so often perceived as a metric that's synonymous with a sense of superiority.   The RHYTHM Pyro SPITE Series MERCH Line kicks off with the release of the "UNLEASH Your Inner BUTTHURT With US" graphic tee & long-sleeve tee!  Deck yourself in SPITE!   Support the RPP -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, One Shot Ballz, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail (we'll play it on-air)!

DEN Fireworks is a pyro content creator and phenomenally fun and genuine human.  He's known for providing the fireworks community with high quality product demo videos that go into stellar detail on product performance.  This October, he sent up his FIRST pyromusical and new designers & lead shooters who've guzzled from the firehose often have some of the best stories that we can take lessons away from in our own journeys as designers & shooters.   AJ, Jamie, and Bo relive DEN's Halloween themed musical and take a ride through all the lessons he learned through the process of getting his first pyromusical off the ground.   DEN Fireworks YouTube   Support the RPP -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, One Shot Ballz, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail (we'll play it on-air)!

COBRA-CON 2025's Registration is OPEN!  COBRA-CON.com Jonathan McCormick from the COBRA event planning team joins us Bo, AJ, and Jamie this week to talk COBRA-CON 2025!   You're reading this...so you MUST be a show designer.  If you'd like to toss your name in the hat for a chance at a class C competition spot at COBRA-CON 2025, email your pyro resume to jmccormick@cobrafiringsystems.com   This episode is sponsored by COBRA Firing Systems, enabling show designers and lead shooters through technology and education.   Support the RPP -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, One Shot Ballz, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail (we'll play it on-air)!

Jamie Young's a mastermind at taking really small footprints and creating pyromusical displays that look massive.  He claimed his third title in the 4x8 choreographed category at Octoblast in 2024.   In this episode, AJ and Bo dive into Jamie's mind of madness as he unpacks "Nate's Demise" and it's execution.   Support the RPP -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, One Shot Ballz, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail (we'll play it on-air)!

**The Sh*t Show Roundtable episodes are raw and UNCENSORED ** Parental discretion is advised**   Jessica Bosworth (KCAP) makes two things abundantly clear in this episode... 1) she's as hardcore and dedicated a pyro as they come...and 2) if Congress ever needs stand-in support for an extended filibuster, she's got it covered.   The roundtables are a departure from the normal structured (ha) episode drops.  They're freeform conversation with pyros and there are no pre-determined topics of conversation.   Want to join us on a future episode of the Sh*t Show Roundtable??  Become a RHYTHM Patreon supporter and be the first to get our monthly casting call!   Episode 70 is brought to you by Raccoon & muuxBRD!   Support the Sh*t Show!! Contribute -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, balls, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail (we'll play it on-air)!    

This is a VIDEO episode!  Watch the live show on our YouTube!   The Meet and Greet LIVE show was a great time.  Pyros and Fireworks fans from around the country came together at the Clubhouse Bar & Grille in Wright City, MO to make something out of nothing after Sky Wars 2024 was cancelled.  Rob Cima and Brian Thiemann join AJ, Jamie, and Bo of The RHYTHM Pyro Podcast in front of a LIVE audience of Sky Wars deprived pyros to talk the events history and share in some wild stories.   Ep#69 is powered by: Raccoon Fireworks, quality product and fulfillment muuxBRD MORE Matches, LESS time!   Support the RPP -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, One Shot Ballz, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail (we'll play it on-air)!

SKY WARS 2024 has been canceled...and rescheduled for September 27th, 2025.  MOPYRO member and Sky Wars event coordinator Rob Cima calls in to join AJ, Jamie, and Bo to rap on what ultimately led to the decision and provides the details on rescheduling, coordination plans for product drop off, and ticketing details.   Ep#68 is brought to you in partnership with: Raccoon Fireworks, quality product and fulfillment muuxBRD MORE Matches, LESS time!   Support the RPP -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, One Shot Ballz, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail (we'll play it on-air)!

Joel Cowart owns Pyroland Fireworks.  The dude is the salt of the Earth.   In this episode Joel hangs out with the guys and talks effects, design stylings, and his plans for his debut appearance at Sky Wars in the Unlimited display category.   Ep#67 is brought to you in partnership with: Raccoon Fireworks, quality product and fulfillment muuxBRD

Bill Corbett and the Fireball Dudes provide the one of the most memorable experiences of any given year with their Super Nukes.  No matter how many unforgettable displays get sent up at any given event, the fireballs remain one of the most revered and special demonstrations crowds come to see.   Bill hangs out with the guys to tell some stories, chat about what makes the fireball so profound, how it can be used to create some of the most impactful pyrotechnic scenes around, and what the Dudes have in store for Sky Wars fans in 2024.   Episode #66 is sponsored by muuxBRD!  More e-matches, less time!   Support the Sh*t Show!! Support RPP -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, balls, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail (we'll play it on-air)!   #Fireworks, #Pyrotechnics, #SkyShow, #FireworkDisplay, #BoomTime, #pyro, #pyromusical, #The RHYTHM Pyro Podcast, #FireballDudes

Shaun Hauter may be a polarizing figure in the pyro community, but don't let the noise fool you. His dedication and talent as a pyromusical show designer make him a strong competitor in the field.   Shaun joins AJ, Jamie, and Bo to rap about Sky Wars 2024 and his upcoming outing in the Pro-AM division   Episode #65 is sponsored by muuxBRD!  More e-matches, less time!   Support the Sh*t Show!! Support RPP -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, balls, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail (we'll play it on-air)!   #Fireworks, #Pyrotechnics, #SkyShow, #FireworkDisplay, #BoomTime, #pyro, #pyromusical, #The RHYTHM Pyro Podcast

John Mikrut joins Jamie, AJ, and Bo for some reflection time as he finishes preparations for his Sky Wars 2024 Pro division competition.   This episode is sponsored by muuxBRD!  More e-matches, less time! Support the Sh*t Show!! Join us on Patreon or buy some Merch! Our Links Patreon Merch or Voicemail Discord DB25 Cables 1 Shot Ballz #Fireworks, #Pyrotechnics, #SkyShow, #FireworkDisplay, #BoomTime, #pyro, #pyromusical, #The RHYTHM Pyro Podcast

Creating simulations of your product in whatever visual design software you use can feel like an exercise in futility.  It's important to understand your end application and whether or not you NEED to go the extra mile to create solid visual representations of your product.  High quality pyromusicals are an application where "the need" is often a very real one.    In this episode, AJ, Jamie, and Bo dive into finding solid product reference source materials, their processes for the analysis of these materials, and the concepts for applying these points of analysis to improve your effects libraries and create more accurate representations of your shows in your design & visualization software. 

**This episode is an ON-SITE podcast w/VIDEO!  Watch on -> YouTube!**   The Pyrotechnics Guild International ( or PGI) 2024 was a success for team RHYTHM.  AJ Plata and Nate Dexter tossed up a memorable show to open the RKM Takeover. Their pyromusical design was full of special moments.  Relive the night before the show with the team as they prepare "their way", with drinks and fellowship around the table.    Episode 62 is brought to you by muuxBRD! CJ Jurczak, the owner of muuxBRD, is a seasoned circuit board designer with over 25 years of experience in shooting displays. His expertise lies in optimizing workflows to save you time and effort. Visit muuxBRD.com to discover how you can punch more matches in less time.   Support the Sh*t Show!! Contribute -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, balls, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail (we'll play it on-air)!

Nathan and AJ slayed at PGI 2024.  Their opening show during the RKM Takeover will be one that's held in high regard for years to come. In this episode, the guys reflect on the show and (most importantly) explore the valuable lessons they've learned throughout their journey.

As AJ gears up for PGI 2024, he recollects some of the challenges he and Nathan Dexter encountered in crossing over to 1.3G display fireworks as a traditional 1.4G designers.      Episode 60 is brought to you by muuxBRD! CJ Jurczak, the owner of muuxBRD, is a seasoned circuit board designer with over 25 years of experience in shooting displays. His expertise lies in optimizing workflows to save you time and effort. Visit muuxBRD.com to discover how you can punch more matches in less time.   Support the Sh*t Show!! Contribute -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, balls, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail (we'll play it on-air)!

**The Sh*t Show Roundtable episodes are raw, unedited, and UNCENSORED ** Parental discretion is advised**   The roundtables are a departure from the normal structured (ha) episode drops.  They're freeform conversation with pyros and there are no pre-determined topics of conversation.   Jamie, AJ, and Bo chill with Pyro's friendly neighborhood slat manufacturer (C.J. Jurczak, muuxBRD) and the first REAL foreigner (Dana "CANADA" Alisat) they've invited to the show...because we're all about diversity here...   The guys talk firing systems, quality control in pyro, water cakes, fireballs, AJ burning alive, and CANADA as our first line of defense against the Russian invasion.    Want to join us on the Sh*t Show??  Become a Team RHYTHM Patreon supporter and be the first to get our monthly casting call!   Episode 59 is brought to you by muuxBRD! CJ Jurczak, the owner of muuxBRD, is a seasoned circuit board designer with over 25 years of experience in shooting displays. His expertise lies in optimizing workflows to save you time and effort. Visit muuxBRD.com to discover how you can punch more matches in less time.   Support the Sh*t Show!! Contribute -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, balls, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail (we'll play it on-air)!  

Jamie, Bo, and Craig Hetherington (2nd Vice President of the Pyrotechnics Guild International) go deep into the sentiment behind one of pyro's longest enduring marquee yearly events.  The annual PGI convention.   Episode 58 is sponsored by muuxBRD! CJ Jurczak, the owner of muuxBRD, is a seasoned circuit board designer with over 25 years of experience in shooting displays. His expertise lies in optimizing workflows to save you time and effort. Visit muuxBRD.com to discover how you can punch more matches in less time.   Support the Sh*t Show!! Contribute -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, balls, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail (we'll play it on-air)!  

At their heart, pyromusicals are very much a creative expression.  As with any creative outlet, it's easy to get "artists block" and find yourself struggling to expand your creative palettes.   In this episode, Jamie and Bo explore their approaches to continued creative innovation out loud.   Episode 57 is sponsored by muuxBRD! CJ Jurczak, the owner of muuxBRD, is a seasoned circuit board designer with over 25 years of experience in shooting displays. His expertise lies in optimizing workflows to save you time and effort. Visit muuxBRD.com to discover how you can punch more matches in less time.   Support the Sh*t Show!! Contribute -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, balls, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail (we'll play it on-air)!  

The pyro crew experience is dynamic, unique, and personal.  The Crew Chronicles series sits down with different crews in an intimate setting to discuss what the experience means to them as they get their shows off the ground.     This episode is tracked live on-site with show designers Brett and Bo Domescik and the Light Up the Lake 2024 "Chasing Ghosts" crew. Brett shoots a 30 minute body, Bo writes and produces music, and designs and floats a finale pyromusical to bring it home. In this episode, we delve into the origins of the event and chat with several members of the pyro crew. Join us as we explore what the show and the yearly 4th of July backyard experience mean to hobbyist fireworks enthusiasts.   2024 Crew Members Brett Domescik Nathan Domescik Nicholas Hassall Jamie Young Bo Domescik Episode 56 is sponsored by muuxBRD! CJ Jurczak, the owner of muuxBRD, is a seasoned circuit board designer with over 25 years of experience in shooting displays. His expertise lies in optimizing workflows to save you time and effort. Visit muuxBRD.com to discover how you can punch more matches in less time.   Support the Sh*t Show!! Contribute -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, balls, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail!  

The day of reckoning is here...it is day you have lived and breathed for...the day you have lost so much sleep over.  The fourth of July is YOUR day...are you ready to seize it?  Are you prepared???   In this episode AJ, Jamie, and Bo go through a myriad of different things (some, of course more integral to your show than others) to remember as you come down the home stretch on your shows.  There's lots of little nuggets scattered throughout.  Do you have the patience to collect them all?  In all seriousness, we hope you and yours have a safe, exciting, and fulfilling Independence day!  We'll talk to you on the 5th!   This episode is brought to you in partnership with muuxBRD, Pyro's premier firing system accessory OEM. Whether you need standard or custom e-match solutions, quick connect slats, or breakout boards for various firing systems, muuxBRD has you covered. Their products are designed for maximum efficiency and improved workflow management. CJ Jurczak, the owner of muuxBRD, is a seasoned circuit board designer with over 25 years of experience in shooting displays. His expertise lies in optimizing workflows to save you time and effort. Visit muuxBRD.com to discover how you can punch more matches in less time.   Support the Sh*t Show!! Contribute -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, balls, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail!  

**The Sh*t Show Roundtable episodes are raw, unedited, and uncensored **  Parental discretion is advised.   The Roundtables are a departure from the normal structured episode drops.  They are completely freeform conversation with pyros and there are no pre-determined topics of conversation.   For the inaugural voyage, community and industry designers John Mikrut and Jason Marshall join AJ, Jamie, and Bo at the table.   Support the Sh*t Show!! Contribute -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, balls, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail!  

Putting together a pyro show is taxing, mentally, physically, and emotionally.    In this episode, the guys explore their coping mechanisms for keeping pyro show anxiety at bay.   Support the Sh*t Show!! Contribute -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, balls, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail!

When Bo's not doing the fireworks thing, he's producing audio.  He started PYRO Trax to help companies and hobbyists with their different soundtrack application needs.   In this episode AJ, Jamie, and Bo dive into what makes for a cohesive soundtrack.  Bo shares some creative and technical tips and tricks you can use to make your pyro show soundtrack comps the best they can be.   PODCAST Posting Description Support the Sh*t Show!! Contribute -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord Buy some Merch, balls, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail!

Chad knows things.  Beards, Gurbs, Recreational bus driving, and home warehouse management.  He can also provide sound advice on...welll...sound...Getting started with sound systems for your backyard or smaller venue pyromusicals is a daunting task.   In this episode Jamie, AJ, and Bo clean their good ears out as Chad takes them through his philosophy on building out sound systems for smaller application pyromusical applications.   Support the Sh*t Show!! Contribute -> Patreon    Buy some Merch, 1 Shot Ballz, DB25 Cables or leave us a Voicemail!   Hang with us -> Discord  

This week is special.  We're celebrating our 50th episode...and we get to do so with an extremely talented hobbyist show designer.  Travis Kramer is (fairly new) show designer out of Kansas City, MO.  He's a member of KCAP, he's the design mind behind KCAPs 2024 Spirit of 76 win at the annual Missouri Showdown, AND he's an outstandingly genuine & selfless human being.     Travis, AJ, Jamie, and Bo get lost in design talk and pyro sentiment in the 50th episode anniversary of the RHYTHM Pyro Podcast.   Support the Sh*t Show!!  -> Buy One Shot Ballz 2.0 & REALLY Cost Effective DB25 Cables! *NEW* Contribute -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord buy some Merch or leave us a Voicemail!

We've all been there.  You can't always get what you want.  Sometimes it happens early in the design process and you have time to work through a substitution, and sometimes it happens when product shows up and you've got the cases open (surprise!).  Either way, knowing how to approach handling changes is important.   AJ, Jamie, and Bo reminisce on some of their personal experiences where they had to work through product substitution problems.   Support the Sh*t Show!! Contribute -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord buy some Merch or leave us a Voicemail!   This episode is sponsored by bozie8823.com and the New 1 Shot Ball 2.0. 

From the potentially serious to the not so serious, "disasters" come in all shapes and sizes and they can result in horrible shows and overall bad pyro experiences. What matters (more than anything, we'd argue) is our ability to process experiences and create plans of action to ensure we're constantly learning and making adjustments to our processes to ensure we're always progressing.   Support the Sh*t Show!! Contribute -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord buy some Merch or leave us a Voicemail!

Marcus Berger is the general manager of Fireworks Forever in St. Croix Falls, WI. servicing the 1.4 and 1.4 pro markets.     AJ, Jamie, and Bo rap with Marcus on the evolution of the 1.4 customer, Fireworks Forever's new website, The in-house EPIC brand, his generous contributions that have helped to enable the consumer and hobbyist designers throughout the space, and the future of 1.4 pro.   Support the Sh*t Show!! Contribute -> Patreon  Hang with us -> Discord buy some Merch or leave us a Voicemail!