Hosted by Matt Dahl · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 43 episodes
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A podcast that explores the flavor behind the heat. Meet small-batch hot sauce makers, discover their backstories, and hear their top pairings. 🔥🌶
Matt Dahl hosts Fire & Flavor, a arts show with 43 episodes published.
What happens when you chug a bottle of intense hot sauce on your lunch break at your remote 9-to-5 job? For content creator Spice Jesus, it meant puking, accidentally blinding himself for 15 minutes, and trying to naviga
A legendary fermented lineup, an inside look at small-batch flavor building, and an exclusive taste of a secret, unreleased bottle sent straight to the studio. In this episode of Fire & Flavor, we are sitting down with t
In this episode of Fire & Flavor, I sit down with Anti Spice, the creator of a buttermint made to help cool the burn after eating spicy foods. We talk about how a love for spicy food, baking, and chemistry turned into a
Manchester, New Hampshire is home to some incredible artisan creators, and this week we are diving deep into the lineup from Retro Burn Hot Sauce. Known for their 70s and 80s throwback aesthetic and commitment to small-b
How do you craft an all-natural hot sauce that balances pure heat with complex flavor profiles? In this episode, we sit down with Scott, the creator behind Peppersaurus Sauce Company, to break down his small-batch philos
Is Radscorpion Venom actually survival-grade? In this episode of the Fire & Flavor Podcast, we’re diving deep into the radioactive and "deeecent" world of Coney Island Saucery. I’m joined by the mastermind himself, Aaron
"STUPID GOOD?" That was the only way to describe the experience of tasting Granny’s Dreamsicle Delight.In this episode of the Fire & Flavor Podcast, I sit down with the maker behind Feel the Burn Hot Sauce to discuss how
"By Beasts, For Beasts." In this episode of Fire & Flavor, I sit down with Bill at Spice Beast to uncover how they transitioned from a powerhouse spice brand into the world of high-end hot sauce. We dive deep into their
This interview with David from HAB Sauce is a deep dive into how culinary heritage, street art, and high-level heat collide. David discusses the evolution of his brand from kitchen experiments to a cultural expression th
🔥 From being featured on Hot Ones to running some of the biggest hot sauce expos in the country, Steve from High River Sauces joins Fire & Flavor for a deep dive into heat, flavor, and the sauce industry. We talk about
In this episode of Fire & Flavor, we sit down with the team behind Ant Sauce to talk about how this bold idea became a real brand. From sourcing edible ants and selecting the right peppers to building a focused lineup wi
In this episode of Fire & Flavor, we sit down with High Desert Sauce Co to talk about how a small kitchen experiment turned into a bold, flavor-driven craft hot sauce brand. We dig into their journey from early test batc
Chili oil has exploded over the last few years, but not all of it hits the same. Some lean heavy on heat, some disappear into the background, and a lot of them feel interchangeable. Durty Burn Chili Oil sits in a differe
Today I’m joined by Jace Porter from the Global Entomology Coalition for an interview and a tasting of Ant Sauce, a hot sauce made with real ants. We talk about insects as food, which ant species are commonly eaten, food
In this episode of Fire & Flavor, I’m joined by Blackwell Smith, the creator behind The Lucky Cajun, to talk real Cajun seasoning, real cooking, and what flavor looks like when it’s done with intention. We dive into Blac
Welcome back to Fire and Flavor. Today we are exploring the bold and creative world of Butterfly Bakery of Vermont. This episode dives into how a small bakery in Barre VT grew into a hot sauce brand that showcases local
Today on Fire & Flavor I sit down with Michael and Erica from Jack’s Pepper Heist, one of the most exciting small batch hot sauce brands rising in 2025. Their story starts with Jack, a pepper stealing dog with big person
Today on Fire & Flavor Podcast we sit down with Emily, the creator of Female Rage Hot Sauce, a craft brand known for its feminist mission, bold flavors, and small batch creativity. We taste three of her standout sauces i
In this episode of The Fire & Flavor Podcast, Matt sits down with the team behind TorchBearer Sauces, the creators of some of the boldest and most beloved hot sauces in the game, including Habanero Evil, Garlic Habanero,
A cast iron pan is never just a pan. For Cast Iron Kyle (Kyle Seip), it's a piece of American history, a family heirloom, and a story waiting to be restored. In this episode, Kyle takes us from his grandfather's kitchen
Scott
father behind the hit movie The Unbreakable Boy · @the_gray_area_
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Bill
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David
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Steve
@NYCaptainSteve · Altered Stangs
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Erica
sports psychologist and strength coach · Journey Adoption Consultants
1 appearance on this show
Michael
meditation teacher · Tiny Game Chronicles Podcast
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Emily
Cal State Long Beach President's Ambassador · The Rooted Vine
1 appearance on this show
Alex
trained clinical counselor and child welfare social worker · JWA Management Consulting
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Miranda
clinical therapist turned grief guide · ourbusyacres
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Dr. Josh
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Dean
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