Next Rung Radio
Welcome to Next Rung Radio Podcast, where each episode is a rung on the ladder to your highest self. Hosted by multi-hyphenate creator and seven-figure entrepreneur Ron Creech, this is more than just a podcast, it’s a raw, real, and radically honest journey into the principles that elevate mind, voice, and vision.
From starting with nothing but a dream and $20 in his pocket to building multiple thriving businesses, Ron brings you the mindset and tools that changed his life—and will change yours.
Sometimes it's just Ron, dropping unfiltered wisdom from the trenches. Other times, he's joined by some of the most powerful and unique voices in the world: artists, thought leaders, visionaries, and warriors of the climb - each sharing how they’ve applied the six principles of faith, imagination, intuition, will, memory, reasoning, and perception to reach their next rung.
This is the show for the bold thinkers, the resilient dreamers, relentless climbers and faith driven leaders. If you're ready to break through limiting beliefs, embrace the climb, and unlock your next level, you just found your tribe that helps you step into your power one rung at a time.
Next stop: Your Next Rung.
Next Rung Radio
"He Got Paid To Blow Things Up" - Featuring Rockstar Pyromaniac Rand Bast
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Get ready for an explosive episode, literally. In this week’s Next Rung Radio Podcast, we sit down with pyrotechnics mastermind Randy Bast, the man behind the fire, sparks, and spectacle for rock legends like KISS, AC/DC, Rush, and even NASCAR and HBO. From lighting his first fuse at just 18 to creating jaw-dropping stage effects across 40+ countries, Randy’s journey is one of grit, passion, and pure rock ‘n’ roll chaos. He opens up about his early hustle as a concert promoter, life on tour with the world’s biggest acts, and the mindset it takes to transform a wild dream into a decades-long global business. You’ll hear about the lessons behind the flames, the financial risks, the heart-stopping setbacks, and the sheer determination that kept him climbing rung after rung toward mastery. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, artist, or dream chaser, this episode will ignite your inner fire and remind you that you can build the life you love...one spark at a time.
Episode Highlights
From local concert promoter to pyrotechnic legend for KISS, AC/DC, and Rush.
Built a global business around his passion for fire, light, and spectacle.
Talks openly about financial risks, creative resilience, and learning to ignite success without burning out.
Reveals how integrity, relationships, and adaptability kept him thriving for decades.
Inspires entrepreneurs to “find your fire” no matter what industry you’re in.
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