Balls on Fire: Joe’s House Turns Up the Heat

In this special Spokast episode, we take the heat to a whole new level — meatball style. Joe from Joe’s House sits down for a spicy taste test featuring sauces from the Hot Ones lineup (courtesy of Stella Artois), and things get fiery fast.Between bites, we talk about the five-year journey of running one of Spokane’s most beloved local spots, what inspired Joe to bring these infamous sauces to his menu, and how he really feels about ghost peppers.Spoiler: what started as a relaxed chat turned into a full-on sweat session.Come for the meatballs. Stay for the meltdown.Disclaimer: This episode is an independent production and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Hot Ones, First We Feast, or Complex Networks.00:00 Intro00:37 The Balls on Fire Challenge Concept02:07 Discussing the Hot Sauces and Meatballs03:37 Impact of Construction on Joe's House04:54 First Hot Sauce Tasting – Señor Lechuga – 1,200 Scoville Heat Units (SHU)06:47 The Origin of Joe's House08:47 Second Hot Sauce Tasting – Savir Foods: Elotes Loco Fire – 26,500 SHU11:09 Running and Marathons12:56 Third Hot Sauce Tasting – Hot Ones: Los Calientes Verde – 36,000 SHU15:02 Reflecting on Opening Joe's House15:50 Authenticity and Community Connection16:55 Fourth Hot Sauce Tasting – Piko Peppers – Volkano – 76,000 SHU19:00 Philadelphia Eagles and Personal Insights20:59 Family-Friendly Atmosphere at Joe's House21:55 Fifth Hot Sauce Tasting – Hot Ones: The Last Dab Xperience – 2,693,000 SHU25:42 Final Thoughts30:14 Charity Challenge