The Freeze Dried Guys Podcast
The Freeze Dried Guys Welcome to The Freeze Dried Guys, the ultimate podcast for everything freeze drying! Hosted by industry experts Mykal Taylor and Colt Crisp, this show dives deep into freeze-drying technology, business strategies, maintenance tips, and expert interviews. Whether you’re a homesteader, prepper, small business owner, or just passionate about food preservation, we’ve got you covered. Each episode, we talk with repair specialists, business owners, farmers, and industry insiders to uncover the truth about different freeze dryers, common pitfalls, and how to maximize your investment. You’ll get honest reviews, practical advice, and real-world insight into what works—and what doesn’t—in the freeze-drying space. Subscribe now and become a freeze-drying expert with The Freeze Dried Guys! 🚀 🎧 Available on Podbean 🎙️ Sponsored by UpsideDown Event Tents LLC – Custom tents, Mylar bags, and branding gear with free design and fast shipping. 📩 Interested in sponsoring the show? Reach out to us at thefreezedriedguys@gmail.com.
Episodes
🆘 Episode 19 – Emergency Preparedness: Building a Long-Term Food Supply with Freeze-Dried Meals On this episode of The Freeze Dried Guys, Mykal Taylor dives into the critical role freeze drying plays in emergency preparedness. Whether you're new to prepping or a seasoned homesteader, this deep-dive episode is packed with practical strategies for building a reliable, shelf-stable food supply using freeze-dried meals.
We cover how t...
In this eye-opening episode of The Freeze Dried Guys, we turn the mic around as Mykal Taylor interviews co-host and freeze-drying expert Colt Crisp for a deep dive into one of the fastest-growing segments of the industry—cannabis.
Colt breaks down the real science and game-changing benefits of freeze-drying cannabis, including how it enhances THC and terpene preservation, reduces oxidation, and allows growers to scale with precisio...
The Freeze Dried Guys – Ep. 17: Meet the 11-Year-Old CEO of Freeze Joy – A Family Business Journey
In this inspiring episode of The Freeze Dried Guys, Mykal Taylor and Colt Crisp sit down with Marilou Canafuego and her remarkable 11-year-old daughter Joyceanne—an entrepreneur who's already making waves with her freeze-dried treat business, Freeze Joy.
What started as a heartfelt school assignment quickly turned into a full-fledged ...
Choosing The Best Freeze Dryer: An Unfiltered Expert Breakdown with Colt Crisp!
In this exciting new episode, Mykal flips the script and puts Colt in the hot seat for an in-depth expert breakdown of today’s top freeze dryers! 🔥 From new hobbyists to serious entrepreneurs, this episode arms you with critical insights on how to choose the right machine for your needs.
We dive deep into the pros, cons, and key features of some of the...
In this episode of The Freeze Dried Guys, we head to the heart of North Idaho to chat with Cyreen Patton, founder of Silver Hills Homestead. Formerly known as North Idaho Snackables, Cyreen shares her incredible journey—from working in adult mental health and disability services to pioneering a successful freeze-dried food business rooted in sustainability, adventure, and community care. We dig into everything: ✅ Why Cyreen starte...
In this eye-opening episode of The Freeze Dried Guys, Mykal Taylor and Colt Crisp break down the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act and what it means for freeze dryer owners and small business operators. If you've ever been frustrated with slow repairs, vague warranty policies, or being asked to fix your own machine under warranty—this episode is for you.
Mykal dives deep into the legal protections this federal law offers consumers, includ...
In this episode of The Freeze Dried Guys, we sit down with Jerad Ducklow, the current Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Parker Freeze Dry and also a respected freeze-drying consultant. With years of experience at one of the leading commercial freeze-dryer manufacturers, Jerad brings a unique and powerful perspective to the conversation—one rooted in large-scale operations, global strategy, and industry evolution.
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In this episode of The Freeze Dried Guys, we flip the mic and dive deep into the world of freeze drying from the perspective of co-host Mykal Taylor, a longtime industry veteran. Interviewed by fellow co-host Colt Crisp, Mykal shares expert-level insights on how to successfully start, build, and scale a freeze-drying business.
Whether you're a hobbyist thinking about going pro or an entrepreneur looking to refine your strategy, thi...
In Episode 11 of The Freeze Dried Guys, Mykal Taylor and Colt Crisp sit down with William Slenders, COO of Peak and Prairie, the parent company behind the revolutionary D-Freeze Freeze Dryer. In this exclusive interview, William shares how D-Freeze is setting the GOLD standard in freeze drying equipment, delivering unmatched performance, consistency, and reliability for businesses ready to scale.
We dive deep into the technology, d...
In Episode 10 of The Freeze Dried Guys, Mykal Taylor and Colt Crisp sit down with Sean B. Jones, CEO of Foodynamics, one of the nation’s leading white label producers of freeze-dried pet food and treats. Sean shares his inspiring journey, starting with a career shift from the professional world into entrepreneurship, and how opening a pet store in Wisconsin sparked a new passion that led him into the freeze-dried pet food industry.
...In Episode 9 of The Freeze Dried Guys, Mykal Taylor and Colt Crisp dive deep into the much-anticipated release of Harvest Right’s V6.0 Freeze Dryer. Is it truly the “revolutionary” advancement they’re claiming, or is this just another rushed gimmick that could lead to more problems than progress?
In this no-nonsense discussion, Mykal and Colt break down the new features—including Wi-Fi connectivity, app-based controls, Candy Mode, ...
In this episode of The Freeze Dried Guys, Mykal Taylor and Colt Crisp sit down with Angie Steenkist, owner of Angie’s Crunch N’ Munch in Kennewick, Washington. Angie shares her journey in scaling up to a commercial freeze-dried candy operation, including the unexpected challenges of getting certified and the frustrations of dealing with Harvest Right’s technical support.
Angie opens up about her difficulties diagnosing and repairin...
In this episode of The Freeze Dried Guys, Mykal Taylor and Colt Crisp sit down with Dona and Skylar, the mother-daughter team behind BoHa Freeze Dried Goodies in beautiful Oklahoma. While their passion for freeze-dried treats is undeniable, their journey has been anything but smooth.
After investing over $15,000 into Harvest Right Freeze Dryers, they’ve been left with nothing but frustration and disappointment. With only two workin...
In this special episode of The Freeze Dried Guys, Colt Crisp and Mykal Taylor take the hot seat as they share their personal journeys and deep industry knowledge in the world of freeze drying.
We’ll dive into Mykal Taylor’s background in the retail side of the business, from owning Sun Blessed Farms LLC to becoming a Harvest Right Freeze Dryer retailer. He’ll also open up about his time as a repair technician for Harvest Right, dis...
In this episode of The Freeze Dried Guys, Mykal Taylor and Colt Crisp sit down with Deanna Eachus, a talented freeze-dried candy manufacturer from California’s scenic Central Valley. Deanna shares her unique story and explains why she chose Stay Fresh Freeze Dryers over other popular brands.
Throughout the conversation, Deanna opens up about the challenges she’s faced in the freeze-drying industry, how she's overcome those obstacle...
In this episode of The Freeze Dried Guys, Mykal Taylor and Colt Crisp sit down with Valarie Brunies, owner of Wow Candy Co, a DBA of Vista Enterprises. Valarie shares her journey into the freeze-dried food and candy business, starting with a Harvest Right Freeze Dryer before experiencing frustrations with reliability and performance.
Looking to expand her operation, she made the bold decision to invest in a Wave commercial freeze d...
In this episode of The Freeze Dried Guys, Mykal Taylor and Colt Crisp sit down with Christine Wood, owner of Christine’s Chop Shop in Mesa, Arizona (www.ChristinesChopShop.com). Christine specializes in freeze-dried treats for animals and works closely with rescue organizations across the United States to support abandoned and abused parrots and birds.
Christine shares her firsthand experience investing over $30,000 into Harvest Ri...
In this episode of The Freeze Dried Guys, Mykal Taylor and Colt Crisp sit down with Amiee Henry, owner of Sunshine Treats in Wichita, Kansas (www.SunshineTreatsKS.com). Amiee shares her journey as a woman business owner, from starting her freeze-dried business to growing it into a thriving operation.
With seven Harvest Right Freeze Dryers in her shop, Amiee has experienced both the challenges and rewards of running a freeze-dried b...
In this episode of The Freeze Dried Guys, we sit down with Sara Sullivan, owner of Freeze Eat Repeat (www.FreezeEatRepeat.com), a business specializing in freeze-dried candy and dog treats. While Sara casually shares how she started her business, the real focus of this conversation is on the challenges she has faced with her Harvest Right Freeze Dryer.
Sara details the technical issues she’s encountered, including equipment malfunc...
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