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May 23, 2025 2 mins
Hey there, fellow stoners and story enthusiasts! Buckle up for a wild ride that'll make you laugh, cringe, and maybe feel a little better about your own epic fails.

So picture this: I'm at my buddy's annual Fourth of July barbecue, completely convinced I'm gonna be the hero of the party. I'd recently learned this insane trick of making homemade fireworks using stuff from my garage, and I was dead set on impressing everyone.

Now, let me set the scene. It's about 8 PM, golden sunset vibes, everyone's munching on burgers and drinking cold ones. I've already had a few hits from my favorite glass piece, and my confidence is through the roof. I pull out this DIY firework contraption I'd been working on - a mix of PVC pipe, some random chemicals I'd collected, and what I thought was pure genius engineering.

My buddy Mark looks at me and goes, "Dude, are you sure about this?" Classic Mark, always the buzzkill. But I'm too stoned and too proud to listen. I'm standing in the middle of the backyard, surrounded by about 15 people, and I'm gonna be the entertainment.

I light the fuse. First mistake.

What happened next can only be described as a catastrophic blend of chemistry, stupidity, and extremely bad timing. The "firework" didn't shoot up majestically like I'd imagined. Instead, it started spinning wildly, shooting sparks in every direction. People are diving for cover. My aunt's designer lawn chair gets torched. The neighborhood dog starts howling.

And me? I'm standing there, joint still hanging from my mouth, looking like a complete idiot.

The best part? When the smoke cleared, my entire right shoe was on fire. Not just smoking - legit flames. And everyone's just staring at me, mouths wide open.

Lessons learned? Sometimes, being high and having "great ideas" don't mix. Also, maybe leave professional fireworks to the professionals.

This week's question for all you listeners: What's your most embarrassing stoner moment? Hit me up on our social channels and share your story.

Next week, we're diving into a tale of munchies gone absolutely wild. Trust me, you do not want to miss it.

Stay lifted, stay safe, and always double-check your DIY projects. Peace out!



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