The Freeze Dried Guys Podcast

The Freeze Dried Guys Ep. 11 - William Slenders COO of D-Freeze

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, design, and future-forward thinking that make D-Freeze a game changer. Whether you're a small business outgrowing consumer machines or a commercial operation looking for next-level efficiency, this episode gives you an insider's look at why D-Freeze is leading the way in the industry.
And we’ve got something special for our listeners! 🎁As a thank you to The Freeze Dried Guys audience, our friends at D-Freeze are giving you $25 OFF your D-Freeze Freeze Dryer purchase!👉 Simply enter the coupon code FREEZEDRIEDGUYS2025 at checkout on www.D-Freeze.caOR👉 Mention you heard about D-Freeze on The Freeze Dried Guys podcast when you call to order!
🔹 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:✅ How D-Freeze is raising the bar for freeze-drying equipment✅ The innovation behind faster cycle times and consistent results✅ Why energy efficiency and reliability make D-Freeze the clear choice✅ Insight into customer support, training, and future developments✅ William’s vision for how D-Freeze is transforming the freeze-drying industry
🎧 Tune in now to find out why D-Freeze is setting the GOLD standard in freeze drying!
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The Freeze Dried Guys Ep. 10 - Sean B. Jones CEO of Foodynamics

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.
Sean gives us an inside look at how he started small, using a Harvest Right Freeze Dryer, before recognizing the need to scale quickly. His move to a Parker Freeze Dryer became a game changer for Foodynamics, allowing them to expand production and offer high-quality white label solutions for brands across the country.
Throughout the conversation, Sean also opens up about his vision for success, his commitment to his employees and staff, and how Foodynamics helps other businesses grow by providing reliable, premium freeze-dried products they can confidently put their names on.
🔹 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:✅ Sean’s personal story transitioning from the corporate world to the pet food industry✅ The early days of freeze drying with Harvest Right and why scaling required a Parker Freeze Dryer✅ How Foodynamics became a trusted white label producer in the freeze-dried pet food space✅ Sean’s leadership philosophy and dedication to building a strong company culture✅ Advice for other businesses interested in white label opportunities and scaling production
🎧 Tune in now to hear how Sean B. Jones turned his passion for pets into a thriving national business!
Learn more about Foodynamics at:🌐 www.foodynamics.com
Sponsored by:✔ UpsideDown Event Tents LLC – Custom pop-up tents, mylar bags, banners & more! FREE shipping & FREE graphic design. Visit www.UpsideDownTents.com✔ D-Freeze Freeze Dryer – Looking for a powerful, high-performance freeze dryer that delivers consistent, reliable results? Look no further than D-Freeze Freeze Dryer! Designed for efficiency, durability, and innovation, D-Freeze is changing the game for home users and small businesses alike. Learn more at www.D-Freeze.ca.

The Freeze Dried Guys Ep. 9 - Harvest Right V6.0 is it worth it?

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, and custom temperature settings—to answer the big question: Is it worth the investment?
🔹 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:✅ An engineer’s take on whether the new materials and components can handle higher temperatures without risking failure✅ The real story behind the Candy Mode—innovation or invitation for breakdowns?✅ Why the Wi-Fi and app functionality could be a double-edged sword for owners✅ Predictions on whether V6.0 will increase machine failure rates based on design and thermal limits✅ The material science behind the acrylic door and how prolonged heat exposure could compromise its integrity✅ Whether Harvest Right’s push for faster cycles sacrifices long-term reliability✅ Our final verdict: Is V6.0 a true game-changer or a potential disaster waiting to happen?
🎧 Tune in to get the honest breakdown from two industry insiders who know freeze drying inside and out!
Sponsored by:✔ UpsideDown Event Tents LLC – Custom pop-up tents, mylar bags, banners & more! FREE shipping & FREE graphic design. Visit www.UpsideDownTents.com✔ D-Freeze Freeze Dryer – Looking for a powerful, high-performance freeze dryer that delivers consistent, reliable results? Look no further than D-Freeze Freeze Dryer! Designed for efficiency, durability, and innovation, D-Freeze is changing the game for home users and small businesses alike. Learn more at www.D-Freeze.ca.

The Freeze Dried Guys Ep. 8 - Angie Steenkist

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 repairing her machines, the frustrating experience of working with Harvest Right tech support, and how she had to seek local repair help—only for technicians to refuse to ever work on a Harvest Right unit again. Left feeling helpless, she had to navigate equipment breakdowns on her own with little support from the manufacturer.
Together, Colt, Mykal, and Angie discuss a serious issue in the freeze-drying community—why Harvest Right is the only appliance company that expects its customers to open up their machines, diagnose complex failures, and perform technical repairs with little to no guidance. With no reliable support, business owners are left in risky situations, making it shocking that more people haven’t been injured or caused electrical fires while attempting their own repairs.
🔹 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:✅ How Angie built Angie’s Crunch N’ Munch and her journey to becoming a certified commercial freeze-dried candy business✅ The technical failures and machine issues she’s faced with Harvest Right freeze dryers✅ Her difficult experience with Harvest Right’s technical support and repair process✅ The frustrations of finding local help—only for technicians to refuse service on Harvest Right machines✅ A discussion on why no other appliance company in the world operates like Harvest Right, forcing customers into DIY repairs
🎧 Listen now to hear Angie’s raw and honest experience navigating the freeze-drying industry!
Connect with Angie’s Crunch N’ Munch:📲 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090069971430📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angiescrunchnmunch/🎥 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@angiescrunchnmunch
Sponsored by:✔ UpsideDown Event Tents LLC – Custom pop-up tents, mylar bags, banners & more! FREE shipping & FREE graphic design. Visit www.UpsideDownTents.com✔ D-Freeze Freeze Dryer – Looking for a powerful, high-performance freeze dryer that delivers consistent, reliable results? Look no further than D-Freeze Freeze Dryer! Designed for efficiency, durability, and innovation, D-Freeze is changing the game for home users and small businesses alike. Learn more at www.D-Freeze.ca.

The Freeze Dried Guys Ep. 7 - Dona and Skylar Vroubel

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 working medium-sized units and several others sitting broken, they share the devastating impact this has had on their business—including a lost contract with Conoco Phillips that could have been a game-changer.
Beyond the equipment failures, what stings the most is the absolute lack of customer support, empathy, and accountability from Harvest Right. Dona and Skylar open up about their endless struggle to get help, the lack of compassion from customer service, and what they wish they had known before making such a significant investment.
🔹 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:✅ How Dona and Skylar built BoHa Freeze Dried Goodies and their passion for the business✅ The technical issues and breakdowns they’ve faced with their Harvest Right machines✅ How equipment failures cost them a major contract with Conoco Phillips✅ Their exhausting experience with Harvest Right’s customer service✅ Advice for anyone considering purchasing a freeze dryer for business use
🎧 Listen now to hear their eye-opening experience and what they’ve learned through it all!
Connect with BoHa Freeze Dried Goodies:📲 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551062133095
Sponsored by:✔ UpsideDown Event Tents LLC – Custom pop-up tents, mylar bags, banners & more! FREE shipping & FREE graphic design. Visit www.UpsideDownTents.com✔ D-Freeze Freeze Dryer – Looking for a powerful, high-performance freeze dryer that delivers consistent, reliable results? Look no further than D-Freeze Freeze Dryer! Designed for efficiency, durability, and innovation, D-Freeze is changing the game for home users and small businesses alike. Learn more at www.D-Freeze.ca.

The Freeze Dried Guys Ep. 6 - Colt Crisp and Mykal Taylor Interview

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, discussing common machine issues, troubleshooting experiences, and his insights on maintaining these machines.
Then, we turn to Colt Crisp’s passion for innovation and engineering. Colt has played a key role in designing better freeze-drying systems for the industry, including his work with Stay Fresh Freeze Dryers, the Cryonaut Freeze Dryer, and D-Freeze Freeze Dryers. He’ll discuss his vision for the future of freeze-drying technology, and what he’s learned from working with these different machines.
Together, Mykal and Colt will also discuss:✅ Their early experiences in the industry and what led them to where they are today✅ The biggest challenges they’ve seen with freeze-drying equipment and how they’ve worked to solve them✅ How they see the future of freeze drying evolving, and where the industry is headed✅ Advice for freeze-drying business owners, hobbyists, and engineers looking to improve their setup
🎧 Listen now to hear Mykal & Colt’s journey from retail and repairs to engineering and innovation!
Sponsored by:✔ UpsideDown Event Tents LLC – Custom pop-up tents, mylar bags, banners & more! FREE shipping & FREE graphic design. Visit www.UpsideDownTents.com✔ D-Freeze Freeze Dryer – Looking for a powerful, high-performance freeze dryer that delivers consistent, reliable results? Look no further than D-Freeze Freeze Dryer! Designed for efficiency, durability, and innovation, D-Freeze is changing the game for home users and small businesses alike. Learn more at www.D-Freeze.ca.

The Freeze Dried Guys Ep 5 - Deanna Eachus

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 obstacles, and the invaluable insights she’s gained along her journey. Discover how these experiences have fueled the growth and success of her freeze-dried candy brand, and gain inspiration from Deanna's passion and perseverance.
🔹 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:✅ Why Deanna selected Stay Fresh Freeze Dryers and her experience using them✅ The challenges and setbacks she’s encountered in the industry✅ Valuable lessons learned while building her successful freeze-dried candy business✅ The role of branding and marketing in her company's growth✅ Practical advice for anyone considering freeze drying as a business
🎧 Listen now to get inspired by Deanna’s sweet journey in the freeze-drying world!
Connect with Deanna online:📲 Instagram: @titadees
Sponsored by:✔ UpsideDown Event Tents LLC – Custom pop-up tents, mylar bags, banners & more! FREE shipping & FREE graphic design. Visit www.UpsideDownTents.com✔ D-Freeze Freeze Dryer – Looking for a powerful, high-performance freeze dryer that delivers consistent, reliable results? Look no further than D-Freeze Freeze Dryer! Designed for efficiency, durability, and innovation, D-Freeze is changing the game for home users and small businesses alike. Learn more at www.D-Freeze.ca.

The Freeze Dried Guys Ep. 4 - Valarie Brunies

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 dryer—a move that came with risks, unexpected challenges, and ultimately led her to sell the unit after realizing it wasn’t the right fit for her business. In this episode, Valarie opens up about her experiences with different freeze-drying machines, what she’s learned along the way, and her advice for anyone considering consumer or commercial freeze dryers.
🔹 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:✅ How Valarie started Wow Candy Co and built her freeze-dried business✅ The challenges she faced with her Harvest Right Freeze Dryer✅ Why she made the risky decision to invest in a Wave commercial freeze dryer✅ The reality of using commercial freeze dryers vs. consumer models✅ What she wishes she knew before switching machines
🎧 Listen now and learn from Valarie’s experience in the freeze-drying industry!
Find Valarie Online:🌐 Website: www.wowcandyco.com📲 Facebook: www.facebook.com/WOWCandyCo
Sponsored by:✔ UpsideDown Event Tents LLC – Custom pop-up tents, mylar bags, banners & more! FREE shipping & FREE graphic design. Visit www.UpsideDownTents.com✔ D-Freeze Freeze Dryer – Looking for a powerful, high-performance freeze dryer that delivers consistent, reliable results? Look no further than D-Freeze Freeze Dryer! Designed for efficiency, durability, and innovation, D-Freeze is changing the game for home users and small businesses alike. Learn more at www.D-Freeze.ca.