How Hot Ones Legend Smokin’ Ed Currie Grows the World’s Hottest Peppers | Heat Eaters

[@FirstWeFeast]

*"Like if you think Smokin’ Ed is a National Treasure!"*

[@FirstWeFeast]

Like if you think Camera Guy Bill needs a raise #SorryBill

[@Bren3669]

@@FirstWeFeasti disliked, don’t get too big for your britches Bill!!!

[@nathanahrens4280]

Well you got me there with that logic...

[@lewisgiles8855]

The way he eats peppers is amazing

[@dirtyfiendswithneedles3111]

That’s why Nicolas Cage is always looking for Ed Curry

[@daedaluxe]

Ed is such a character, everyone should have this kind of passion for something in their lives, what a guy.

[@MrRiffyriff]

He has a passion FOR YOUR MONEY, nothing else. If he had a passion for producing peppers, he would want everyone to grow his peppers. But he keeps seed locked up, and peppers unavailable. He has no love for chillies or people. He just wants to be King of the hot pepper sauce world. Only those who have never had a small batch sauce, think his sauces are hot😂

[@darkcap6265]

Stay mad kid.@@MrRiffyriff

[@MrRiffyriff]

@@darkcap6265 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@beanburrito8903]

He is white. Life is fantastic for all whites 😂

[@trishhunt4085]

​@@MrRiffyriffJealous much? Why hate on him? His success has zero impact on your life.

[@groofay]

You know, Bill does deserve a raise for this one.

[@andrewemrick]

I vote for Hazard pay for Bill for each pepper, hot wing, or other torture test

[@Slebonson]

poor Bill he'll remember that for the rest of his days.

[@zachh5812]

Considering he just joined a very short list of people that have eaten the world's hottest pepper, yes. By the way, that pepper is WILD looking. Kinda cool that it looks as dangerous as it is.

[@SalVitroNY]

ya so Bill can afford extra toilet paper 🌶️ 💩 🧻

[@Chzydawg]

That bottle of pure capcaicin at the end. Holy dooly.

[@TheMisterSurreal]

I'd love to hear Ed talk some more about the medicinal side of his business--he mentions that he was trying to breed hotter peppers for medical use early on, but it got glossed over. Also how he got started, education and training-wise. I feel like there's a lot of inspiration there for young people interested in agricultural genetics and medicinal horticulture.

[@MichaelOrias]

Right? It would be great to hear Ed talk that side of the business and his heart behind it. It sounds like he still has that desire to create some sort of medicinally useful pepper, but then when the peppers he’s made don’t quite fit the bill, he can’t get himself to just abandon that pepper and move on to the next, which in itself was an interesting detail. He’s like a, pepper completionist, despite his calling to find THE pepper.

[@aaronzucker7246]

I agree, I feel inspired as a horticulturist

[@Rockdog333]

He was into heavy drugs and is an Ex drug edict now . The peppers still give him the endorphines and euphoria that drugs used to give him.

[@ramishvili777]

@@Rockdog333 I don't know anything about that, but this is just a big commercial for this guy and his product. It feels very corporate. See in couple of years, his gonna be public figure or something :D I mean, it's not harmful, just needs more subtlety )

[@C3RNDOG]

@@ramishvili777 I'm not sure how long you've been following Hot Ones, but this was clearly NOT a "big commercial for this guy and his product". This episode was a very genuine take on his involvement with First We Feast and Hot Ones, and his contributions to the pepper industry. Not an infomercial, so please be a little more mindful when making such gest accusations....

[@The_Keeper]

Considering just how aggressively hot those peppers are, Bill took that like a champ. Hands down.

[@bradhaines3142]

when the dude who pops them like candy says 'you should spit that out or youre gonna puke' its probly best you take that as is

[@Dantastic123]

There's no way those peppers are as hot as he claims. So-called 'weaker' peppers have sent people to the hospital. Lots of controversy over this pepper.

[@travisedwards9983]

​@@Dantastic123Its been certified by Guinness book, etc.

[@Dantastic123]

​​@@travisedwards9983I understand, but that doesn't mean a whole lot. The Carolina reaper was also certified by Guinness. All that means is they had the most money into it. There were and are peppers hotter than the reaper. And if you watch enough documentaries and stories, the current belief is that he must've injected tincture into the peppers he submitted for testing. I'm not gonna get into all the claims here, but I will tell you that the last dab experience pepper x sauce supposedly made with 91% pepper x mash is only 69,000 shu range. Putting it pretty low on the heat scale for sauces. And after the testing was done, Ed responded by saying that was intentional. It's not possible by the way. If it's 91% pepper x mash, and pepper x is truly the hottest pepper in the world, then there is no way for it to only be 69k SHU. And Ed accepted that it was.

[@_yuri]

it is about tolerance that guy said he had years of experience. you will most likely throw up.

[@G0rgar]

As someone who has also struggled with addiction the fact that a lot of people who like this stuff, including Ed himself, have a similar story makes a lot of sense. I never put together my fascination with pushing things to the extreme and with mind altering substances and my fascination with ultra spicy food but the parallels are absolutely there.

[@DecayingReverie]

For some us, enough will only be everything. Ed seems like a great dude and I'm glad he turned his addiction to a healthy passion.

[@thinlizzyhc]

Makes a lot of sense for people with ADHD or similar issues as well! Chemistry is crazy

[@mallorykane2843]

there's a documentary on pepperheads on hulu called superhot, just about everyone on the show was a recovering addict

[@IW4.]

I'm so glad Bill is becoming a personality in his own right. He's fantastic.

[@Jozzy30ful]

Was looking for this comment 😊!! Yump bill

[@Monti1999]

When He Said „Today is Crazy“ he sounded exactly like Sean 😱

[@EdwardTI]

This is one of the, if not the, best production First We Feast has put out yet. What a great story and Ed and his wife are amazing people. Thank you for this!

[@thefishfin-atic7106]

when a man finds his passion, and shares it with the world, it's a beautiful thing to see! I'm sure people's positive feedback fuels him on even more, what a guy - thanks for what you do Ed!

[@MattCroushorn]

I don’t understand how someone can be both a beautiful soul AND a genuine menace to society but I’m 100% along for the ride

[@chrislive1586]

Bill or this random host with random questions?

[@olleolausson]

He lackning integrity

[@argoth83]

It's so cool to listen to/watch someone talk about their life's work. This man's dedication to his craft is absolute.

[@andrehall23]

Hey ED...just wanted to say as a First we Feast Fan and Hot Ones fan...thank you for ALL the work you have done to help make this stuff happen! Hope you and your family have a Great Christmas and Happy Holidays!

[@jstonerganjasaurus4238]

The one thing I love about this eps is when ed told us on why he started the whole chilli business because of a girl that didn't want to talk to him and made a salsa sauce for her and created the foundation for his passion for chilli peppers. Plus also got the girl and became his wife. Has a wonderful family and story is the most sweetest thing ever

[@kellinomnom]

I love it when someone finds that one thing that they are truly passionate about and is able to make a living on that thing. So cool.

[@lexusbruh904]

Facts.

[@jucks]

The how its made episode narrated by Ed was just what I needed. Amazing.

[@jasonculpepper5510]

My thinking is that was meant to be more of a walk-through process with Ester, but her and the FWF crew couldn't make it through the pepper fumes :D Right after that narration was done, they came out of the curtain and Ester was still coughing. lol

[@runNgun1516]

Ed and Linda are truly the best! Their story and everything they're doing is just massive inspiration and i love them dearly! From growing to love the heat and so much more! Thanks Smokin Ed for all you do!! It's so much more then just a Super hot pepper! The world should all love these folks!!

[@egycsab]

Bill was so happy unknowing this day would turn out to be different than he expected.

[@kingscommunitypodcast]

This is the best Puckerbutt video I have ever seen. Being in the field and talking at length about the farming process is awesome!

[@sammyboo.x3864]

this was my favorite episode thus far!! its so refreshing to see someone so passionate about what they do and being honest about the danger and trying to save bill lol. love love love Ed!

[@D1210]

Nothing better than to see a good guy do well doing what he loves. Thats the dream.

[@TheAmericanIdol]

We love Auntie Ester!! And Ed is a LEGEND. Perfect duo in the ep.

[@austins.2495]

I think it’s really cool that Ed battled addiction, BEAT IT, and now has this amazing operation where he works with something that he is 100% passionate about and brings so many people joy. That’s a true role model right there 👍

[@boooksareamazing]

The thought that there’s hotter peppers than Pepper X out there in development is quite frankly terrifying. I’m kinda worried about leaving him unsupervised on that farm. Bill, we appreciate your sacrifice for the video.

[@olleolausson]

There already is pepper x was never the hottest

[@GraemeWilson23]

First we feast is my favourite KZbin channel, Hot Ones is epic, the burger show is epic, having Ed talk about his babies is epic, and Esther is clearly a spice lord. He please never stop these shows / interactions.

[@Palmit_]

nah, ester is plain. if you watch reguarly uyou will see the same old scripted words spewed out. don't believe me? play Ester quotes bingo. watch this vid and then go back watch all the others... you'll see the same, over and over and over again. Let her stick to cheffing.

[@mannyserrano5552]

Amazing vid. Ed is a legend! Bless him, his family and his pokemon!

[@nelson8527]

This was so fun to watch, Ed made this so fun for even the crew. What a story about Ed’s life and how he has made empire out of what he loves.

[@varximus]

I see Ed Currie is already a thumbs up! Guys a legend!

[@Peppersfirst]

From stealing a pepper from Troy Primeaux? Not a legend. Infamous maybe.

[@section8usmc53]

@@PeppersfirstOh? Pretty big accusation. Is there legal proceedings going on?

[@Peppersfirst]

@@section8usmc53 I doubt Troy would press charges. He's a super humble guy. But imagine spending 8 years creating something just to have someone else take it and market it worldwide.

[@section8usmc53]

@@Peppersfirst Then it's just a rumor and an accusation. Humble or not, if someone steals from your business, it should be dealt with. If there's only hearsay and an accusation, that can easily lead to a defamation suit. It doesn't make any sense to publicly blame someone for something if you have nothing to back it up.

[@mikeh720]

Just watching you all in the pepper field was making my scalp sweat! Thanks Ed, Esther, Bill, and FWF for the best episode of Heat Eaters yet.

[@steveedwards9451]

"Is he going to throw up?" YES!!! That's hilarious.

[@jesusbarajas4840]

😅😅

[@EffRocco4evaElmo]

Ed is the mad scientist of hot peppers

[@McBandycars]

I'd love to just spend a day with Ed and observe him while participating in EVERYTHING he does. Seems like such a goofy and genuine guy. Great video! Informational, silly and great camera shots.

[@Abbie-g1b]

Ed and family thanks,Ed your one of the real great ones, like Gretzky, but your kindness and spirit touched my ❤.

[@str8ballin475]

I bet its pretty chill working for Ed's company. What a humble guy.

[@kylerpolson4811]

I was just sitting down for lunch and I thought oh it's Monday there's got to be a new heat eaters episode. Perfect timing

[@TheGreatLake1998]

Smoking Ed is in recovery. He was not joking about peppers being dope to him and getting him high. He really does use them as a replacement for unhealthier substances.

[@TheEthanCowley]

yeah i def saw that too.. a passion and an escape all at the same time lol

[@zchris87v80]

It really is amazing what a high it gives you. The first time I opened a bottle of Apollo and took that first taste, after the pain subsided, I was euphoric. As I get older, the next morning becomes more painful if you catch my drift. Didn't know why my stomach was torn up and cramping, and forgot I'd added a reaper to my bowl of tomato soup the night before.

[@fostena]

Bill, you took those hits like a champ. What a guy!

[@TrishaMaybe]

Every time I see Ed in a video I have to watch it. He is such a pepper geek. It is cool.

[@martymcpeak4748]

both Ed and his Mrs. seem like such kind and loving people.

[@garth3r879]

Ed is the man. Super nice guy.

[@kirlynz2554]

I loved this episode so much!!! It might actually be my favorite! So cool to see behind the scenes of Ed's infamous farm! 🌶️🔥

[@PicklesPlaylist]

Poor Bill, he needs a raise for every millionth scoville he's been hurt by.

[@SeenGod]

then he should be a billionaire just from this one episode alone 😂😂

[@sarcasm6669]

This was a fantastic watch! Thanks Smokin Ed for the peek at the process!😎🎉 We love the new Pepper X Last Dab!

[@Kate-n5j7b]

A good teacher is like a candle it consumes itself to light the way for others.

[@jurrione]

Shoutout to the sharp lady in the back keeping an eye on the gear. 23:50

[@TheQats]

If Ed tells me to spit it out I wouldn't second guess him. I'd spit it out immediately

[@Allyourbase1990]

I probably couldn’t handle eating 90% of the peppers he has

[@spikemurphy5054]

⁠Jalapeno peppers slightly burn my mouth, I would need about 100 dollars to try the carolina reaper.

[@MissingNo_]

I used to work at a wholesale rose grower and hybridizer. One of the most well-known Rose hybridizers would give us the crosses he wanted every spring. About 4 of us would hand pollinate about 50,000 flowers to produce around 250,000 seeds, which we hand planted and inch by an inch apart. After a thorough 8 to 10 year evaluation period only about 4 to 5 varieties made it to market. So yes it takes a long time to make new plants.

[@avs242]

Thanks for sharing smoking Ed! Really appreciate it! Beautiful insight into a fraction of all d work n effort it takes to create something!

[@3goodtimes3]

Smokin' Ed is great. One of my favorite t-shirts come from his company. I still make people laugh seeing that shirt. Ester ur the best.

[@tonystanton5328]

awesome, glad the step by step process got inserted into this as well, very cool to see. always wondered

[@k7l3rworkman97]

The pepper factory is the kind of factory work I could totally get into. I bet it smells amazing in there 😄🔥

[@mrbadger7395]

So happy to see someone thriving off of their passions.

[@donnythedingo]

This is the most fascinating tour/interview and it's because Ed is so interested in what he does. There's no better education than the kind you find with experienced and impassioned individuals like that.

[@johnm.withersiv4352]

Poor Bill. This was a fun video. It was great watchin Ed share his passion.

[@ericbehrens205]

Thanks so much for sharing your passion and expertise with us!

[@daltonwurster32]

Absolutely love Ed and he is an absolute legend, love seeing him on the channel

[@chancellor3695]

I'm really enjoying "the last dab", picked it up immediately after Smokey came on FWF. Thanks for the great sauce Ed!

[@SUPERSTUDIO17]

ESTHER IS SUCH an amazing host

[@pierorago5651]

eddy currie and his whimsical pepper factory

[@woodyjohnson3316]

I love how Ed told bill to spit but no one really took him seriously until a minute or two😂 if he told me to spit a chilli pepper I would 😂

[@section8usmc53]

Right? 😄 My thought was,if Ed is telling me I should spit something out, I've probably already done something I shouldn't have. 😳😱🤯😆😆😆

[@AccelerationGames-Gaming]

Well he was fine and wasn't as hot as he said it was. We know for a fact if bill was in pain they would record him.

[@Antiliblife187]

Ed is the man. What a legend for what he’s done in the pepper world and also for just being a good dude. I just ordered a bunch more sauce including a bottle of extra hot reaper squeezins signed by the man the myth and the legend!

[@zacharycranmer958]

Can we please do a Hot Ones episode with Ed and get to hear about the medicine of capsaicin, the change in his life since taking on this endeavor, and what goals near and far that he and the company have in mind?

[@KompletterGeist]

Ed is awsome! You just can't hate the man...such a lovable character

[@charlesdevalois2676]

Amazing show as usual. Love the behind the scenes. Brilliant work!

[@thy_apostle]

We need more of these! Great episode, one of the best!

[@mollylameda1746]

Loved this episode. Is Esther rockin a baby bump?

[@idontlikestuff]

How can one possibly dislike Ed. Pure soul.

[@DanielSell]

What a dream to be there, wow. Thanks for doing this for us.

[@coreywatson4553]

From Tasmania, Australia! You are the guru! This was a great video ❤

[@mikeh720]

Way to go Bill!! Takin' one for the team and repping The Team (Go Bills!) at the same time.

[@killermachinemaggot]

Seeing Smokin’ Ed and his passion for hot peppers has urged me to begin growing peppers myself, currently trying Cayenne, Carolina Reaper, Ghost Pepper and Habanero’s. I can understand why he enjoys being with his peppers because when you grow something, it becomes part of your life.

[@kcann3808]

what a great video!!! everyone involved is a national treasure

[@chrisgreen7725]

Smokin' Ed is the definition of salt of the earth. His passion and expertise is so evident. A true gentlemen and a treasure.

[@alternativeharvey7]

Agreed..however it may be appropriate to change "salt" with " capsicum " hahaha

[@section8usmc53]

@OnSquareOnLevel3rd accusation I've seen, with zero evidence offered.

[@TheMadMurf]

"Is it spicy banana pudding?" 🤣🤣 All of Bill's trust is gone.

[@G17-k6f]

I love my greenhouse and just the whole process of growing things. I like cucumbers, peppers, watermelons, and pumpkins are my favorite to grow but this coming up year I'm getting into mushrooms and its so fun to learn. I'm always learning something new.

[@killaproject844]

must be nice

[@AnimeAftermath]

Smokin' Ed Curry. Out there proving the American Dream is still alive.

[@brofenix]

^^ It's really nice to see Ed and his wife seem to really love each other

[@Tacklebox455]

Ed isna national treasure! Im so glad that first we feqst and hotones is around there really is something for everyone especially us hot sauce nerds!

[@udoheinz7845]

ed is such a dude.... love this guy he is a mad genius

[@landar2372]

He needs his own channel. And some sort of national award.

[@idontlikestuff]

The fact that yall over at FWF / Hot Ones really bonded with Ed and made this collaboration effort happen so early on is such a proof of passion to me.

[@MarcosCodas]

What an epic episode. Esther is such a chill host. She makes everyone feel good.

[@AnEphingNinja]

Except Bill.

[@MarcosCodas]

@@AnEphingNinja that's the chili's fault, not Esther's, haha.

[@brianshae66]

Smokin Ed comes across so genuine. This was an awesome episode to see the BTS of my favorite hot sauce and the man responsible. I haven’t tried the newest version of the last dab yet but I’m really looking forward to it.

[@TheTwinkiKing]

Watching the making of hot sauce was amazing thank you for this awesome sauce

[@CrustyOldDave]

More Ed please. He has been at PBX sauce expo ...finaly gat a pic with him. Thank all the greater powers for Mr. Ed Currie. I am so greatful for his wonder nature and his amazing products.

[@mikeschneider9462]

I hope we can all find something we love as much as he loves peppers!

[@DeusExCanis]

When Smokin Ed says "you'd better spit that out" it's best to listen.

[@Legion31]

Choy: *Burns her tongue on a spoon dip* Also Choy: *Surprised at Bill's reaction to eating a chunk* 😂😂😂

[@joebob43]

Gotta respect his work ethic and passion for his craft. Thanks Ed.

[@Superman_305]

Pause at 0:07 it was at this moment bill knew he f***ed up 😂😂😂

[@runNgun1516]

God bless ya Ed Currie!! Thank you and Linda and the crew!

[@19thHour]

Bill, his body literally on fire: "I'll be okay"

[@willyk1310]

Esther's skin is just glowing!

[@ZTTINGS]

Ed, from the first moment I saw you I thought you were the loveliest nuttiest guy. I am so happy that over the years we have come to know and respect you, see your incredible dedication, patience, perseverance and ultimately, skill. I was so happy for you when you received the Guinness Award. It's a great validation of all your efforts. Congratulations and much love to you and your family and team. One day I hope to be able to try them myself! In the meantime, keep em coming, I'll keep watching out for you!

[@McLovin_710]

Ed seems like such a wholesome genuine person , loves what he does and enthusiastically shares his hobby/job with others , I grew my first peppers this year because of Ed , Washington climate not the best but I am excited to see where I can go with it. Going to do another grow next year then try to cross a couple myself , peppers are Soo much fun the heat and the journey to fruit. Have a hot day , gonna use some of the Gator mash for lunch

[@JCrozier1]

so good! Ed is such a genuine dude. He does hurt people though.

[@MOSMASTERING]

Ed has talked about recovering from addiction. It just goes to show that addicts need something in their lives that they can set to 11 and throw themselves completely into! Without his addict streak we wouldn't have any of his devotion to these amazing chillies. The way he talks about the dopamine rush from these hot chillis is hilarious.. he's still chasing that fix! What a lovely generous guy. Best of luck to anyone suffering from addiction - I hope you find your passion and the meaning in your own life. I was there too.

[@LizJones-o5z]

I have just three things to teach: simplicity, patience, compassion. These three are your greatest treasures.

[@skristianf]

Could we see your accreditation certification, please?

[@huricane5184]

I got my very 1st reaper seeds from smokin eds bout 10 years ago. Was excellent quality and i been growing reapers every year since then.

[@wyn0342]

Of course he ate it after Esther called him out.😂 Pretty girl asking a guy to do something, of course he was going to step up. I couldn't stop laughing when Ed said, "oh you swallowed it? Do you guys have any food? He's going to throw up"😂😂

[@roqueeeeeeeee]

Just watching this cause of auntie Esther, but loved Ed's calmness saying Bill going to throw up as there's no other option available.