Episode 276! In this episode we recap thanksgiving cooks! Plus BBQ NEWS, a Beer Review, BBQ FAILS and more! Miller Fireplace https://www.foodandwine.com/miller-lite-yulelager-fireplace-8746678 MAIL CALL Pepper palace https://pepperpalace.com/ RAFFLE https://heartbeatofahunter.com/pages/... https://heartbeatofahunter.com/ https://www.stoneranchtx.co…

The spotlight on Texas BBQ has never been brighter, and 2025 will bring the newest edition of the Texas Monthly Top 50 list. Our thoughts on the recent Michelin news, the upcoming new Texas Monthly BBQ list, and more.Oleh Andrew and Bryan

Episode 275! In this episode we deep dive into Thanksgiving talk! Plus BBQ NEWS, a Beer Review, BBQ FAILS and more! RAFFLE https://heartbeatofahunter.com/pages/... https://heartbeatofahunter.com/ https://www.stoneranchtx.com/ BBQ NEWS Awards of Excellence https://www.nbbqa.org/awards-of-excel... NBBQA first ever mini conference! January 16-18 at Sh…

One of the many great aspects of the newly minted Michelin starred restaurant LeRoy and Lewis is Evan and Sawyer’s cultivation of a strong team. That is no more apparent than with staff members Cole Parkman and Kasey Durham. Cole and Kasey might work in one of the most innovative BBQ places, but their passion for classic Texas barbecue runs deep. W…

Episode 274! In this episode we are joined in studio by Jon Stone of Stone Ranch and Heartbeat of a Hunter! We discuss Stone Ranch, Heartbeat of a Hunter, and our killer raffle! Plus BBQ NEWS, a Beer Review, BBQ FAILS and more! Jon Stone RAFFLE https://heartbeatofahunter.com/pages/... https://heartbeatofahunter.com/ https://www.stoneranchtx.com/ BB…

Episode 273! In this episode we are joined in studio by Deni aka Chicks That Smoke! We discuss super creative uses for Thanksgiving leftovers. Plus BBQ NEWS, a Beer Review, BBQ FAILS and more! BBQ NEWS Awards of Excellence https://www.nbbqa.org/awards-of-excellnce-entries Wrangling Fire by Kunchi! https://a.co/d/f5CpznT Rolling Bones Barbecue - Per…

Episode 272! In this episode we talk about Halloween and Front Yard BBQ! Plus BBQ NEWS, a Beer Review, BBQ FAILS and more! BBQ NEWS Texas Open Fire Meat Up https://www.openfiremeatup.com/ Hurricane Helene Relief send canned foods to: Citizens Christian Academy 1548 HWY 158 West Douglas GA 31534 NBBQA first ever mini conference! January 16-18 at She…

Episode 271! In this episode we talk about affordable cuts of meat to BBQ! Plus BBQ NEWS, a Beer Review, BBQ FAILS and more! BBQ NEWS Texas Open Fire Meat Up https://www.openfiremeatup.com/ Hurricane Helene Relief send canned foods to: Citizens Christian Academy 1548 HWY 158 West Douglas GA 31534 NBBQA first ever mini conference! January 16-18 at S…

Episode 270! In this episode we give all the pro tips on how to day drink like a pro! Plus BBQ NEWS, a Beer Review, BBQ FAILS and more! BBQ NEWS Texas Open Fire Meat Up https://www.openfiremeatup.com/ World Junior BBQ League World Championship and Fall Festival https://www.worldjrbbqleague.com/ NBBQA first ever mini conference! January 16-18 at She…

Episode 269! In this episode we talk about the quality of beef! Plus BBQ NEWS, a Beer Review, BBQ FAILS and more! BBQ NEWS Texas Open Fire Meat Up https://www.openfiremeatup.com/ World Junior BBQ League World Championship and Fall Festival https://www.worldjrbbqleague.com/ NBBQA first ever mini conference! January 16-18 at Shed Showdown! https://ww…

Episode 268! In this episode we talk about all things smoke rings! Plus BBQ NEWS, a Beer Review, BBQ FAILS and more! BBQ NEWS Rubs of Honor is taking entries! https://www.barbecuenews.com/2024-rubs-of-honor-rules-form/ Texas Open Fire Meat Up https://www.openfiremeatup.com/ World Junior BBQ League World Championship and Fall Festival https://www.wo…

In this episode we do something we’ve never done: interview each other. We chose ten random questions to ask one another with neither of us having any indication as to what the questions would be before recording. This is a fun one that goes off on some tangents and includes a challenge we hope Daniel Vaughn takes us up on!…

Episode 267! In this episode we talk about all things Tailgating! Plus BBQ NEWS, a Beer Review, BBQ FAILS and more! BBQ NEWS Rubs of Honor is taking entries! https://www.barbecuenews.com/2024-rubs-of-honor-rules-form/ Stretch is going on tour! NBBQA first ever mini conference! January 16-18 at Shed Showdown! BEER REVIEW Grevensteiner James 8.5 Jan …

Episode 266! In this episode we talk about Chicken Fried Steak! Plus BBQ NEWS, a Beer Review, BBQ FAILS and more! BBQ NEWS Rubs of Honor is taking entries! https://www.barbecuenews.com/2024-rubs-of-honor-rules-form/ Barbecue News Magazine Scholarship Winner! Jacob Scott NBBQA first ever mini conference! January 16-18 at Shed Showdown! Lee ann Whipp…

Episode 265! In this episode we talk about the Olympics, Mt. Everest poop, and getting creative with pizza! Plus BBQ NEWS, a Beer Review, BBQ FAILS and more! BBQ NEWS CONGRATS RAUL!!! BBQ and College Football Casting: casting@sawhorsela.com https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dp8naJhUmHglLPiNPZEbQx_kLcNeFRKO/view?usp=sharing Huge Giveaway Winner! Dani…

We’ve been asked what excites us to keep exploring barbecue after all these years. It’s not a simple question to answer because it’s evolved during our over decade long obsessions with barbecue. In this episode we go a bit down the rabbit hole of trying to explain what originally excited us, what interests us today, and how that has changed through…

Episode 264! In this episode we are joined by Rob Arocha for a Texas BBQ Update! Also, first timer Breana Via from Smoke n Magic joins the show. Plus BBQ NEWS, a Beer Review, BBQ FAILS and more! Rob Arocha - So Smokin Gooder Show https://www.facebook.com/sosmokingoodershow/ Breana Via - Smoke n Magic https://smokenmagic.com/about-smoke-n-magic/ BBQ…

Episode 263! In this episode we are joined by Fred Robles, from Rio Valley Meat, to discuss all thinfs texas comp bbq! Plus BBQ NEWS, a Beer Review, BBQ FAILS and more! Fred Robles @rio_valley_meat_bbq https://rvmbbq.company.site/ BBQ NEWS Damn, Man Snacks! https://dmsnacks.com/GRABB10 We've joined the Oddpods Media Network! https://oddpodsmedia.co…

Episode 262! In this episode we are joined by Chris Larsen, the Director of Culinary at Freebirds World Burrito, to discuss the new Smokeshow Brisket Burrito! Plus BBQ NEWS, a Beer Review, BBQ FAILS and more! Freebirds World Burrito - Chris Larsen https://www.freebirds.com/ tiktok and X - @freebirds_wb IG and Facebook - @freebirdsworldburrito BBQ N…

There may be no more majestic setting to cook barbecue than along the Columbia River Gorge in Hood River, Oregon. It is here that Brendon, Drew and Sam put down roots for their business, Grasslands Barbecue. Serving up superb smoked meats and seasonal scratch made sides, this trio is producing some of the best Texas influenced barbecue you’re likel…

Episode 261! In this episode we talk bout the best BBQ according to yelp! Plus BBQ NEWS, a Beer Review, BBQ FAILS and more! BBQ NEWS YELP! 100 Best BBQ We've joined the Oddpods Media Network! https://oddpodsmedia.com/ Promos: https://www.facebook.com/fromthemidpod/ BEER REVIEW Karbach Hoppadillo Juicy IPA James 9.5 Jan 9.2 Matt 9.2 SUCKLEBUSTERS BB…

Episode 260! In this episode we are joined by Linda and Andy Mantis from Mantis BBQ to discuss all things BBQ! Plus BBQ NEWS, a Beer Review, BBQ FAILS and more! Linda and Andy Mantis - Mantis BBQ https://mantisbbq.com/ BBQ NEWS BBQ Hall Of Fame Finalists https://www.americanroyal.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/2024-BBQ-HOF-Finalists.pdf We've joine…

Amir Jalali started his barbecue career learning the business and operational aspects at the great Feges BBQ, struck up a friendship which turned into a job at the phenomenal Goldee’s Bar-B-Q, and eventually opened his own place back in his hometown of Port Neches, Texas. With a menu of expertly smoked proteins and scratch made sides and desserts, …

Episode 259! In this episode we are joined by Rob and Amy Dopp to discuss all things BBQ! Plus BBQ NEWS, a Beer Review, BBQ FAILS and more! Rob and Amy Dopp https://rumrunnersbbq.com/ @rumrunnersbbq BBQ NEWS https://www.nbbqa.org/blog/smokeslam-proudly-presents-bandb-charcoal-live-fire-extravaganza-hosted-by-nbbqa We've joined the Oddpods Media Net…

Episode 258! In this episode we are joined by Richard Fergola to discuss his recent trip to South America, Fargo, new store openings and more! Plus BBQ NEWS, a Beer Review, BBQ FAILS and more! Richard Fergola https://www.fergoliciousbbq.com/ @richardfergolabbq @fergoliciousbbq https://www.trailercountryinc.com/ https://elitecargotrailersllc.com/ BB…

Episode 257! In this episode we are joined by Eudell Watts of Old Arthur's Barbecue to really dive into his family's legacy in BBQ! Plus BBQ NEWS, a Beer Review, BBQ FAILS and more! Eudell Watts https://oldarthurs.com/ @oldarthursbbq BBQ NEWS https://www.nbbqa.org/blog/smokeslam-proudly-presents-bandb-charcoal-live-fire-extravaganza-hosted-by-nbbqa…

Episode 256! In this episode we are on location at the Houston BBQ Festival! Rowdy from Rowdy's Barbeque, Dave with Nolan Ryan's Beef, Russel from Roegel's BBQ, Randy from Daddy Duncan's BBQ, Ryan Higgin's from J&R Manufacturing! https://nolanryanbeef.com/ https://www.facebook.com/rowdysbarbeque/ https://www.daddyduncansbbq.com/ https://roegelsbarb…

Episode 255! In this episode we give 5 tips for the best pork belly! Plus BBQ NEWS, a Beer Review, BBQ FAILS and more! BBQ NEWS Sauces of Honor Competition https://www.barbecuenews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/2024-Sauces-Of-Honor-Rules-scaled.jpg NBBQA at Smokeslam! Smoke Slam https://smokeslam.com/ We've joined the Oddpods Media Network! https:…

Zain Shafi turned a curiosity into a passion and eventually a business in Sabar BBQ. Zain blends together the Pakistani flavors he grew up with alongside the familiar Texas barbecue staples. With seasonal, flavorful sides and well cooked proteins, Sabar is a great addition to the stellar Fort Worth barbecue scene. Instagram: sabarbbq Open Saturdays…

Episode 254! In this episode we are joined by Michelle and Brandon O'guin to talk all things Memphis in May! Plus BBQ NEWS, a Beer Review, BBQ FAILS and more! Michelle and Brandon O'Guin https://aintitthelife.com/ @aintitthelifebbq BBQ NEWS Sauces of Honor Competition https://www.barbecuenews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/2024-Sauces-Of-Honor-Rule…

WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND YOU WATCH THIS ONE ON YOUTUBE!! Episode 253! In this episode we are on location at the World Championship of BBQ at Houston Rodeo! We talked with Bill Purvis, Aaron Lesley, Jeremy Pace, Mark Lambert, John Mercer, Matt Walton and Doug Scheiding! Bill Purvis https://chickenfriedbbq.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@ChickenFriedBBQ Aar…

Season 5 of Tales from the Pits is finally underway! More episodes from the best and brightest in the barbecue world are headed your way, and tune in to this episode for details on our new project, Cookfire Tales. A video series focused on the passionate people from all avenues of the food world who play a role in the food that ends up on your plat…

Episode 252! In this episode we are joined by Jody Flanagan to talk all things Recteq! Plus BBQ NEWS, a Beer Review, BBQ FAILS and more! BBQ NEWS Hogs for the Cause https://hogsfest.org/ SCA World Champions! https://www.steakcookoffs.com/ World Champion Tell All BBQ Class Bill Purvis & Fred Robles https://chickenfriedbbq.com/shop/ Sauces of Honor C…

Episode 251! In this episode we talk about Backyard Brisket! Plus BBQ NEWS, a Beer Review, BBQ FAILS and more! BBQ NEWS Sauces of Honor Competition https://www.barbecuenews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/2024-Sauces-Of-Honor-Rules-scaled.jpg HOU BBQ FESTIVAL https://houbbq.com/ Smoke Slam https://smokeslam.com/ We've joined the Oddpods Media Networ…

Episode 250! In this episode we talk about the BBQ Austin Competition! Plus BBQ NEWS, a Beer Review, BBQ FAILS and more! BBQ NEWS HOU BBQ FESTIVAL https://houbbq.com/ Smoke Slam https://smokeslam.com/ Famous Dave's All Star BBQ Series https://www.famousdaves.com/LandingPage/AllStarBBQSeries// We've joined the Oddpods Media Network! https://oddpodsm…

Episode 249! In this episode Bacon and Competition Brisket! Plus BBQ NEWS, a Beer Review, BBQ FAILS and more! BBQ NEWS HOU BBQ FESTIVAL https://houbbq.com/ Smoke Slam https://smokeslam.com/ Famous Dave's All Star BBQ Series https://www.famousdaves.com/LandingPage/AllStarBBQSeries// We've joined the Oddpods Media Network! https://oddpodsmedia.com/ P…

Episode 248! In this episode we do a total recap of our trip to the NBBQA conference! Plus BBQ NEWS, a Beer Review, BBQ FAILS and more! BBQ NEWS First Rib Cookoff Recap https://www.ribcookoffassociation.com/ We've joined the Oddpods Media Network! https://oddpodsmedia.com/ Promos: Beer In Front Podcast https://beerinfront.com/ BEER REVIEW Duclaw Be…

Episode 247! In this episode we are on location for day 3 at the 2024 NBBQA conference in San Antonio! We talk with Kell and Janet Phelps of the NBBQA and Barbecue News Magazine, Matt Ouverson and Craig Carter of Aces Wild BBQ, Kaiden Blake of KB's Outdoor Kitchen, Jada from Meat Militia, and Kendal, Gracie, Aubrey, and Gavin of 4 Chicks and a Hog.…

Episode 246! In this episode we are on location for day 2 at the 2024 NBBQA conference in San Antonio! We talk with Mike Starr of Blazing Star BBQ, Al Frugoni, Dan Arnold of Sucklebusters and Success Seasonings, Eudell Watts IV & V of Old Arthurs!! GUESTS Mike Starr - Blazing Star BBQ https://www.blazingstarbbq.com/ @blazingstarbbq Al Frugoni https…

Episode 245! In this episode we are on location at the 2024 NBBQA conference in San Antonio! We talk with Tripp Rion about his new Game Changer Smoker, chat it up with Sylvester and Fred from Boyer Brush, and deep dive into the new Rib Cook Off Association with Dirk and Jody. GUESTS Tripp Rionn www.tripprion.com www.tribalfiregrill.com www.gamechan…

Episode 244! In this episode we head out to Erica of Blue Smoke Blaire's Ranch for her BBQ Legends Class! We talk with Erica and then chat with David Shade of FATKIDSNAX. Erica aka Blue Smoke Blaire @bluesmokeblaire https://bluesmokeblaire.com/ David Shade @fatkidsnax We've joined the Oddpods Media Network! https://oddpodsmedia.com/ Promos: Evertre…

Episode 243! In this episode we are joined by John Mann to discuss all things Alaska BBQ! Plus BBQ NEWS, a Beer Review, BBQ FAILS and more! John Mann @akbbqmann AK BBQ INC. NONPROFIT https://gofund.me/a7dc10df BBQ NEWS NBBQA Conference https://www.nbbqa.org/events/2024-annual-nbbqa-conference---san-antonio-tx We've joined the Oddpods Media Network!…