EPISODE · Jan 12, 2026 · 26 MIN
The Blue Inferno Story
from The Pizza Party Podcast · host Grant Torpin and Drey Keairnes
What happens when a group of students decide they’re not just going to learn about entrepreneurship—but actually live it?In this episode, Grant shares the unforgettable story of helping students open a real pizzeria from scratch—Blue Inferno—in a small town with almost no food options. From big ideas to real-world pressure, it’s a reminder of what can happen when you trust young people with something real.Then, Drey and Grant wrap things up by hitting the road—at least mentally—sharing some of their favorite vacation pizza memories. From unexpected slices in unfamiliar places to pizza becoming part of the trip itself, it’s a nostalgic, feel-good finish that proves pizza always finds a way into the best moments.Real stories. Real pizza. Real memories.
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What happens when a group of students decide they’re not just going to learn about entrepreneurship—but actually live it?In this episode, Grant shares the unforgettable story of helping students open a real pizzeria from scratch—Blue Inferno—in a small town with almost no food options. From big ideas to real-world pressure, it’s a reminder of what can happen when you trust young people with something real.Then, Drey and Grant wrap things up by hitting the road—at least mentally—sharing some of their favorite vacation pizza memories. From unexpected slices in unfamiliar places to pizza becoming part of the trip itself, it’s a nostalgic, feel-good finish that proves pizza always finds a way into the best moments.Real stories. Real pizza. Real memories.
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