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Festive Smoking With Ken Smith from 2023-12-05T20:30:06

today I was joined by my god friend Ken Smith. We talk bbq, the perfect burger, and love for  the vortex. We also go into his podcasts. Faces To Places and The North Pole News Dispatch.

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Kicking Off Christmas With Todd Killian of Christmas Clatter from 2023-11-29T21:00:46

YES!!!! Finally caught up!! ON THIS WEEKS EPISODE, Im joned by my friend Todd Killian of the Christmas Clatter Podcast. We talk food, traditions, music, and if Die Hard is a Christmas movie.

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Firing up the pit with Smokin’ Joe from 2023-11-26T13:04:51

Joe Martinez of Smokin' Joe's Pit BBQ joins me to talk some BBQ.

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Talking Turkey With Daddy Dutch from 2023-11-21T21:04:06

On this episode we're talking turkey. Kent Vanderweerd of Daddy Dutch BBQ stops by to talk tips and tricks to make your Thanksgiving a success.

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Talking with Fred Robles of Rio Valley Meat from 2023-11-20T21:16:58

On this episode i'm joined by World Champion pitmaster Fred Robles of Rio Valley Meat. Also president of Campions Barbecue Alliance. W talk about his first place brisket at this years American R...

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Talking Q With Tim Rogers of UP 2 BBQ from 2023-11-19T11:56:50

On this episode i talk with my good friend Tim Rogers from UP 2 BBQ out of Vermont. We talk about bbq beginings, how auto racing led to bbq, competition bbq and much more.

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Talking live fire tv with Carlos Bradley of Embers TV from 2023-11-16T18:36:33

On this episode I talk with Carlos Bradley from Embers TV. Embers TV is the new streaming platform for everything BBQ, Grilling, and Live Fire Cooking

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Shaking up the new studio with Uncle Steve from 2023-11-14T21:13:18

I think i might have figured this out. To open the Uncle Steve's Shake Studio who better to talk with......Uncle Steve himself.

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WARPIG BBQ – Elite BBQ Products from 2023-10-03T18:02:21

Today Johnnie is joined by Dennis “Butter” Butterworth of Warpig BBQ.

Dennis is here to talk all about Warpig, their elite BBQ products and the guys also discuss Dennis’ awesome smoker! Listen

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Big Changes for Pit Life BBQ from 2023-09-26T17:51:35

Today Johnnie is letting you all in on some new developments regarding the Pit Life BBQ podcast, what he has planned for the future and what changes you can expect to see

 

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Welcome Texas Made Smokers! from 2023-09-19T17:00

This week, Johnnie is joined by James Pavia from Texas Made Smokers and J&A BBQ (formerly Aim ‘Em & Claim ‘Em). James is here to talk about his new BBQ Catering Trailer.

 

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Discover the Flavor of the Pack - Big Dog Sauce Co. from 2023-09-12T18:03:20

Today Johnnie is joined by Dan from Big Dog Sauce Company. Big Dog Sauce Co. is a New Hampshire made premium sauce that is dedicated to bring you a product that is not only all-natural but will ...

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You Asked, We Answered: Texas Oil Dust is in the House! (Re-Run) from 2023-09-05T17:00

Last week we asked you to vote for you favorite show for us to replay this week while Johnnie is out of the studio. The polls are in, and the winner is Aaron Lesley & Texas Oil Dust.

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Learning About The Good Charcoal Company from 2023-08-29T17:59:55

Today, Johnnie is joined by Ben Jablonski of The Good Charcoal Company. Ben is here to tell us all about the company and why The Good Charcoal is the best for you to use for your BBQ.

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What Exactly are these BBQ Judges Looking For?? from 2023-08-22T17:59:48

Fresh from his busy weekend at The Kora Shrine Kare for Kids Ride-In, Johnnie is going to recap his time at the event. Overall, he had a tremendous weekend with family and friends! But when it c...

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It’s Time for Some Texas Style Cuisine from 2023-08-15T18:01:35

Today Johnnie is joined by dear friend, Chef Johnny Stewart of Texas Style Cuisine. They talk about Chef Johnny’s involvement with the Texas Beef Council and products he’s been trying from diffe...

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5 Years of Pit Life BBQ from 2023-08-08T18:06:19

Today Johnnie is Celebrating the 5th anniversary of the Pit Life BBQ Podcast, he is joined in studio by past co-hosts, C-Mac, Messy Mike and Greg Digiorgio to share some memories from the past 5...

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ARNITEX the TACO MASTER! from 2023-08-01T18:04:13

Today Johnnie is kicking it with Arnie Sagovia aka ARNIETEX from Pitmaster U.S and Smokin’ Lonestar BBQ Comp Team . Together they talk about competition BBQ, tacos, salsa, pitmaster classes and ...

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Keeping the Smoke Rolling for the Kids from 2023-07-25T17:58:17

Today Johnnie is joined by Kathy Trainor of Inclusive BBQ Events! We will be talking about the upcoming FULL event, the Kora Shrine Kare for Kids Ride-In with 50 teams keeping the smoke rolling ...

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King Louie’s Meat Apostles is in the House from 2023-07-18T18:00:13

Today Johnnie is joined by Michael Goff of King Louie's Meat Apostles. It’s been a while since his last visit to the show, the guys catch up on everything Michael has got going on including the ...

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Chatting With the G.O.A.T of BBQ from 2023-07-11T18:04:33

Today we are in for a real treat, Johnnie is joined by the G.O.A.T Darren Warth of Smokey D's BBQ and the Que The Mic podcast. Together they are talking about competition, catering, restaurants,...

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Kenyon, the Best Way to Grill Indoors from 2023-07-04T17:00

Today Johnnie is joined by the VP of Sales and Marketing of Kenyon International, Inc. Mike Williams. Kenyon International, Inc. is the largest manufacturer in North America of two burner cerami...

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Chatting with a Netflix Barbecue Showdown Champion! from 2023-06-27T18:02:46

Today Johnnie is joined by Thyron “Big T” Mathews of T&T BBQ and Catering. Big T is a man of many talents, Barbecuer, caterer, law enforcement,YouTuber and  Netflix Barbecue Showdown CHAMPION!!!...

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The Hot New Way to Light your PIT! from 2023-06-20T17:00

Today Johnnie is joined by Anthony Schanhals, owner and creator of Fire Cups. Fire Cups are 100% all natural handmade fire starters. Great for all your BBQ and Camping needs. Fire Cups are used ...

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Elevate Your BBQ with Gourmet Wood Products Inc. from 2023-05-23T17:54:11

Today on the show Johnnie is joined by Orlando Javier Acosta of Gourmet Wood Products Inc. Gourmet Wood® Products, Inc. is one of the largest producers of cooking wood in the United States. They...

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Getting Hot Under the Collar with Big Rich’s Gourmet Hot Sauce and Marinade from 2023-05-16T18:07:07

Today, Rich of Big Rich's Gourmet Hot Sauce and Marinade joins Johnnie live in studio.  Together they are going to talk about Rich’s BBQ sauces, marinades and hot sauces, while Johnnie tries the...

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Having A Ball with Big Poppa from 2023-05-09T18:01:14

On today’s show Johnnie is joined by a bit of a legend, Stirling “Big Poppa” Ball from Big Poppa Smokers. Son of famed guitarist Eenie Ball, Big Poppa is such an awesome and down to earth guy, t...

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Q Shanty BBQ, A Local Team that Gives Back to the Community from 2023-05-02T17:00

Today Johnnie is joined by local BBQ pro, Rico Pasquale of Q Shanty BBQ Team. They talk about the local comps coming up, how Rico got into BBQ and the fantastic charity work Q Shanty is doing. Listen

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The Ultimate Big Green Egg Cook Book from 2023-04-25T17:58:24

On todays show Johnnie and guest host C-Mac (Cmac Cooks) are joined by Chris Sussman of The BBQ Buddha to talk about his new book The Ultimate Big Green Egg Cookbook! The All-in-One Guidebook to...

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Chatting with The Grill Sisters from 2023-04-18T18:03:35

Today Johnnie is joined by Irene Sharp and Desi Longinidis, better known as The Grill Sisters. The Sisters are here to talk about some exciting news, they are releasing their first book: The Gri...

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Still There Shine Sauce, BBQ Sauces with a Unique Ingredients from 2023-04-11T18:01:53

Today Johnnie is talking with Dave Bettendorf of Still There Shine Sauce out of North Carolina.

Cooking professionally for 30+ years has given Dave the opportunity to perfect his palate a...

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For Love of Q – BBQ Team from 2023-04-04T18:01:50

Today Johnnie is joined by James Grubbs and William Plotz, two members of the “For Love of Q” BBQ team. The guys are going to tell us all about the team and the other members who couldn’t be her...

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2023 Danny Dietz Memorial Classic BBQ Cook Off from 2023-03-28T17:59:13

Today Johnnie is joined by Jenn Leigh. Jenn is the Director of the Danny Dietz Memorial Classic BBQ Cookoff, which is part of the Danny Dietz memorial classic. Jen is here to tell us all exactly...

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BBQ Pellets and Winning BBQ Comps from 2023-03-21T18:00:53

Today Johnnie is joined by Scott Licamele of Manchester Barbecue Pellets. Fresh off a First Place prize at the National Barbecue & Grilling Association 2023 Awards of Excellence. Together they a...

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Throwback Tuesday…..The Award-Winning Bullhorn BBQ from 2023-03-14T17:00

Today Johnnie is having a “Snow Day” with the blizzard here in NH being out of control we are going to turn today into THROWBACK TUESDAY, so sit back, relax and enjoy  one of Johnnies favorite e...

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Top Tips on BBQ Competition Meat Prep from 2023-03-07T17:00

Today, in part two of Pit Life BBQ’s firs ever Two Part show, Johnnie is still joined by former co-host  Greg the BBQ Broker  and also CJ of Mama & Papa Joe’s BBQ. In part one the guys covered h...

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Choosing The Best Meat for Your BBQ Comp from 2023-02-28T17:00

Today, in part one of Pit Life BBQ’s firs ever Two Part show, Johnnie is joined by friend and former co-host, the BBQ Broker himself, Greg DiGiorgio, AND if that isn’t enough he is also being jo...

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Houston, We Have A Problem! from 2023-02-21T17:00

Today Johnnie is joined by everyone’s favorite uncle, Uncle Steve of Uncle Steve’s Shake. Johnnie is hours away from getting on the road to join Uncle Steve, Daddy Dutch, CJ and many more of the...

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Bill Purvis is a BBQ Grand Champion from 2023-02-14T17:57:20

Today Johnnie is joined by his BBQ brother, Bill Purvis of Chicken Fried BBQ. Together they are talking about talk about Bill’s Grand Championship at this year’s Listen

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Inclusive BBQ Events 2023 from 2023-01-24T17:57:44

Today Johnnie is joined by Kathy Trainor of

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Meet the Creator of the Pit Life BBQ BURGER!!! from 2022-11-22T18:03:42

Today Johnnie is joined by Ray Sheehan, Award winning sauce maker, Award winning author, and owner of Ray’s Roadside Kitchen! Also the creator of the Pit Life BBQ Burger.

 

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Turkey Talk with Ray ”Dr. BBQ” Lampe from 2022-11-15T18:03:57

Today Johnny is talking Turkey with the master himself Ray "Dr. BBQ" Lampe, Johnnie will definitely be taking notes on this one.

 

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Catching Up with the BBQ Broker from 2022-11-08T18:06:27

Today Johnny is joined good friend Greg Digorgio, the BBQ Broker. We ae going to catch up on the latest adventures from the BBQ Broker and we are also going to talk about Gregs latest addiction…...

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Pit Life BBQ Gets Called Out from 2022-11-01T18:00:43

Today Johnny is joined by Max Baez of Mad Max Seasoning and The Texas BBQ Chapter, join us to find out why Max is “Calling Johnny Out” and to hear all about Mad Max’s Rubs and Seasonings.

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Talking With a BBQ Grand Champion from 2022-10-25T17:58:56

Today on the show Johnny has got Richard Fergola of Fergolicious BBQ. Fresh of his Grand Championship at the Royal Oak Charcoal Invitational.

 

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It’s All About the Meat…..n’ Bone from 2022-10-18T18:03

Today Johnnie is joined by Gabriel Llaurado of Meat N’ Bone Butcher in Miami. They are talking all about the different aspects of Meat n’ Bone, Gabriel also sent Johnnie some fresh cuts of meat ...

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It’s A Full Moon on Pit Life BBQ from 2022-10-11T17:00

Today Johnnie is talking to David Maluff of Full Moon Bar-B-Que in Birmingham Alabama. David is here to tell us all about Full Moon, the type of BBQ they supply and their famous “Chow Chow”.  Listen

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Welcome to the family Ms Mary! from 2022-10-04T17:00

Today Johnnie is coming to us LIVE from Backline Smokers and Fabrication in Austin Texas. He is joined by the magic man himself, creator, designer and fabricator Mr Ryan Newland for the Official...

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Welcome to BBQ Bedlam! from 2022-09-27T17:50:57

Today the show is going to be complete bedlam, BBQ Bedlam that is. Johnny is joined by Len Will of Bedlam Farms BBQ Company to talk about BBQ Bedlam 2022, which takes place this Saturday 10/1. T...

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Ribberfest 2022 Recap from 2022-09-20T18:02:19

Today Johnny is joined by Captain Ron Dimpflmaier, Fresh from this years Ribberfest. They are talking

barbecuing and grilling on The Big Green Egg and much more.

 

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Hanging Out With LC BBQ from 2022-09-13T18:03:26

Today Johnny is talking to Phil Breeden of LC BBQ! They are talking everything bbq. Backyard competitions, preparation, and everything in between!

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Pit Life BBQ’s 200 th Episode Extravaganza from 2022-05-24T18:06:58

Today Johnny we are celebrating our 200 th episode. To help us mark such an amazing milestone we have brought in a couple of familiar faces, our friends and former co hosts Cmac and Messy Mike. ...

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Talking Live Fire Cooking with Craig Tabor from 2022-05-17T18:01:41

Today Johnny is joined by BBQ professional Craig Tabor to talk about his new cookbook Live Fire Cooking (Available June 14, 2022)

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Hot And Fast Traeger BBQ from 2022-05-10T18:04:20

Today Johnny is chatting with Ed and Noelle Randolph of Handsome Devil BBQ. We’re talking about their new book Hot and Fast BBQ on your Traeger Grill.

 

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Easter BBQ – What Went Down? from 2022-04-19T18:02:47

Today Greg is joined via zoom by CMac, together they are chatting about their easter cooks, Cmac heading to AZ for the Afterflame Live Fire Social Cook weekend.

 

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Lets Talk About the 2022 BBQ Season from 2022-04-12T17:59:54

Today Johnny and Greg’s guest Pat Martin of Martin’s Bar-B-Que got delayed so the guys are on their own, just shootin’ the BBQ breeze and chatting about what’s to come this BBQ season.

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Keeping BBQ In the Family from 2022-04-05T17:56:13

Today Johnny is joined by our super special guest host, his son JJ. This month is Autism awareness month, JJ was diagnosed 4 years ago and today he and Johnny are going to be interviewing each o...

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BBQ Buddhas New Book Is Here! from 2022-03-29T18:05:03

Today Ray Sheehan of BBQ Buddha is joining us to talk about his new book that was released today, Big Green Egg Basics From A Master Barbecuer.

 

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The Award-Winning Bullhorn BBQ from 2022-03-22T18:04:07

Today we’ve got Rob Arocha from Bullhorn BBQ and the So Smokin’ Gooder Show. He has won best party at the American Royal three years in a row.

 

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Talking With Big Cano BBQ from 2022-03-15T18:04:48

Today Johnny and Greg are talking the one and only Big Cano of Big Cano BBQ. They are chatting about BBQ comp, Big Cano Rubs and all things BBQ.

 

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Meet Mama and Papa Joe’s BBQ from 2022-03-08T18:03:42

Today Johnny and Greg are talking to Clarence Joseph of Mama and Papa Joe’s BBQ. Fresh off his Reserve Grand Championship at the Houston livestock and rodeo.

 

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Lee Hickel of Red Mule’s Bad BBQ Team from 2022-03-01T18:44:30

Today Johnny and Greg are talking to Lee Hickel of Red Mule’s Bad Ass BBQ. Lee has his own video series on BBQ Champs Academy which is described as a tell all cooking school covering everything ...

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Talkin’ The Huston Livestock and Rodeo from 2022-02-22T17:59:25

Today Johnny and Greg are talking about the Houston Livestock and Rodeo. Greg is heading to Huston for it so were also talking about his plans while he is there. We are also going to be joined b...

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Meet Mitch Benjamin from Meat Mitch Restaurant from 2022-02-15T18:02:43

Today Johnny and Greg are talking to Mitch Benjamin of Meat Mitch the owner of Meat Mitch Resturant in Leawood Kansas. They talk about the restaurant, Mitches cook book and also his award winnin...

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Chatting With Kosmo Q from 2022-02-08T18:04:17

Today Johnny and Greg are chatting with the legend himself, Kosmo from Kosmos Q.

Since the beginning, Kosmos mission has been to help barbecue fanatics who want to make the most badass Q ...

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What’s To Come for Pit Life BBQ in 2022 from 2022-02-01T18:01:17

Today Johnny and Greg are talking 2022 BBQ and what they have lined up for the year.

 

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What Does it Take to BBQ For 65 Years? from 2022-01-25T18:00:46

Today its Johnny and Cmac and they are joined by  Jim Buchanan from Dozier’s BBQ in Fulshear Texas. Dozier’s Barbecue has been operating since 1957, the guy’s chat with Jim about how the company...

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Have You Heard About the Northeast Barbecue Society? from 2022-01-18T17:58:03

Today Johnny and Greg are talking to Kathy Trainor from NEBS (Northeast Barbecue Society). They are chatting about what NEBS is and what they are bringing to the BBQ world.

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National High School BBQ Association from 2022-01-11T18:02:58

Today Johnny and Greg are talking with Chef Mike Erickson of the National High School BBQ Association. The mission of the National High School BBQ Association®(NHSBBQA) is to inspire and prepare st...

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Who Are the Smoking Bears? from 2022-01-04T18:00:26

Today Johnny is joined by Lee Hollenbacher of Smoking Bears. Lee’s doing a ton of great stuff from bbq, grilling, cast iron and much more, we are going to chat about what he has been up to and w...

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A BBQ Christmas Carol from 2021-12-28T17:57:05

Today Johnny is back!!, he and Greg are going to recount their Christmas tales of 2021, the food, the Family, the fights…? AND they talk New Year’s Eve, where is the party and what’s on the menu...

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Merry BBQ Christmas with the Eggnog Challenge – Christmas 2020 Rerun from 2021-12-21T17:00

With the silly season so busy Greg and Johnny are out of the studio but they still wanted to share some holiday madness, so we are doing a rerun from last Christmas, THE EGGNOG CHALLENGE!!! So g...

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Is This the Best Butcher in Newburyport MA? from 2021-12-14T17:56:48

Today Greg and super special co-host Cmac are joined by Warren Means from The Modern Butcher in Newburyport, MA. taking about how he got into being a butcher, where he sources their beef, their ...

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What Should You BBQ This Holiday Season from 2021-12-07T17:57:41

Today Greg is joined by two very special co-hosts, the Canadian BBQ Queens Maddie & Kiki of Maddie & Kiki's Grill Studio. Tis the season, so they are talking about different Christmas traditions fr...

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Thanksgiving Recap and BBQ Shenanigans from 2021-11-30T17:48:39

Today Cmac is filling in for Johnny Mags, he and Greg will be doing a Thanksgiving Day recap and Cmac might have a surprise or two up his sleeve for the show. Brace yourself for some sure fire s...

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Thanksgiving BBQ with Uncle Steve from 2021-11-23T18:00:57

No Thanksgiving is complete without a visit from your favorite uncle so today Greg and Johnny are joined by everyone’s favorite uncle, Uncle Steve to talk holiday season BBQ.

 

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It’s Almost BBQ Turkey Time! from 2021-11-16T17:59:53

Today Greg and Johnny are talking Thanksgiving, what’s everyone making, are there any new recipes being tried and what Thanksgiving BBQ pitfalls to avoid.

 

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The New and Best Way to Truss Your Bird from 2021-11-09T17:58:55

Today Greg and Johnny are talking with Brian Halasinski and Kirk Hyust of Turbo Trusser, they make Trussers for chickens and turkey, so you don’t have to mess with twine anymore.

 

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”Man Flu” Rerun: Diva Q, the Queen of BBQ? from 2021-11-02T17:00

Today Johhny and Greg are out with the "Man Flu" so they are sharing one of their favorite episodes.....The DivaQ Episode

Johnny and Greg are joined by Danielle Bennett aka ‘Diva Q’. Dani...

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Will Baseball Break Up the BBQ Brotherhood? from 2021-10-26T17:59:13

Today Greg and Johnny are being joined by Uncle Steve from Uncle Steve’s Shakes and TD from TD’s Brew & BBQ we’re talking the baseball World Series which is starting tonight. Steve being an Astr...

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Are MagneCHEF Gloves the Best BBQ Companion EVER? from 2021-10-19T17:55:08

Today Greg and Johnny are joined by Al Infante of MagnaChef gloves. Al is here to tell us all about his amazing invention and how it will help up your BBQ game.

 

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From Bronze Star Recipient to Pitmaster from 2021-10-12T17:00

Today Johnny is talking with Steven Rossler from Rossler’s Blue Cord BBQ. Steve is 20-year veteran of the US Army and Bronze Star Medal with Valor recipient turned pitmaster. He is here to share...

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America Royal Recap from 2021-10-05T17:56:28

Today Greg and Johnny are talking to Kim Palmer from the American royal for a full rundown of the “Super Bowl of BBQ” the highs, the lows and all the shenanigans in between.

 

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Let’s Talk Bub N’ Muthas Rubs from 2021-09-28T17:55:57

Today Greg and Johnny are joined by John Fuhrman the founder of of Bub N’ Muthas Rubs, the creators of the famous Down East Dinnah Dust Rub. They talk all things Rub and find out more about thei...

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Chicken Fried BBQ from 2021-09-21T17:59:07

Today Greg and Johnny are joined by Bill Purvis of Chicken Fried BBQ fresh from the American Royal, they are going to talk about how the event went and how Chicken Fried BBQ did with their turn ...

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Barton BBQ and the American Royal from 2021-09-14T17:59:23

Today Greg and Johnny are joined by Jonathan Barton from Barton BBQ out of Texas. He cooks on Backlines and is just about to leave for this year’s American Royal. They talk about Barton BBQ and ...

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Mike Cee’s BBQ from 2021-09-07T18:00:08

Today Greg is joined by special co-host Cmac and together they are chatting with Mike Cee of Mike Cee BBQ to hear the latest on his BBQing adventures. Check Out Mike Cee’s BBQ: IG:  from 2021-08-24T17:59:27

Today Johnny and Greg are talking to Tearl Dunlap of TD's Brew and BBQ, they are talking about the incredible rubs and sauces they have created.

 

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How Strong Is Your Tailgate Game? from 2021-08-17T18:00:14

With Football Season around the corner, today Johnny and Gregg are talking about Tailgates, what are some of the best BBQ foods to make and some creative alternatives to your classic go-to BBQ s...

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BBQ Family Uniting for a Good Cause from 2021-08-10T17:58:37

On todays show Johnny and Gregg are going to be chatting about a bunch of BBQ things happening at the moment but mostly they want to talk about an upcoming charity event they are helping organiz...

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BBQ Hall of Famer Ray Lampe from 2021-08-03T17:57:57

Today Johnny and Greg are joined by 9-time cookbook author and BBQ HALL OF FAMER, “Dr BBQ” Ray Lampe to discuss his cookbooks, the restaurant and all his latest BBQ adventures.

 

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Are You Going to the American Royal? from 2021-07-27T17:59:44

Today Johnny is joined by a special guest host, Cmac is back! They are going to be chatting to Emily Park from the American Royal World Series of BBQ. The American Royal World Series of Barbecue...

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Uncle Steve is in the House! from 2021-07-20T17:59:37

On todays show Johnny and Greg are joined by none other than Uncle Steve of Uncle Steve’s Shake to talk shakes, rubs and all things BBQ, he might even be giving some things away!

 

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Who is Ric Galindo&Ric’s BBQ Specialties? from 2021-06-29T17:59:53

Today Ric Galindo of Galindo’s Texas BBQ and Ric’s BBQ & Specialties is joining Johnny and Greg via zoom to chat about his latest BBQ escapades.

 

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The Dawgfatha Is In The House from 2021-06-22T18:09:40

Today Johnny and Greg are talking Brisket with the one and only Dawgfatha himself Alton Matthews. Alton joins the guys live from BBQ Blvd to tantalize us with his BBQ prowess.

 

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Big Rome is Back With His New Rub Competition Sazon from 2021-06-15T18:08:42

Today Johnny and Greg are joined by their boy Big Rome from Texas BBQ Chapter, Big Rome’s BBQ Grill Masters to talk about his new rub Competition Sazon.

 

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Diva Q, the New Queen of BBQ? from 2021-06-08T18:17:40

Today Johnny and Greg are joined by Danielle Bennett aka ‘Diva Q’. Danielle lives, breathes, and eats BBQ, traveling all over the world from North America to Norway to Germany and everywhere in ...

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BBQ and Smoking Game Meats! from 2021-06-01T18:08:06

Today Johnny and Greg are joined by Eric Estrada of Camp House BBQ Co. Eric is a YouTuber and hunting guide. They are talking BBQ and smoking wild game and the crazy animals he has on his ranch....

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Does the Type of Cutting Board You Use Really Matter? from 2021-05-25T18:10:37

Today Johnny and Greg are joined by Ian Hemming of customcuttingboardsrus.com to talk custom cutting boards. What are the different types of boar...

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This Jew Can Que from 2021-05-18T18:06:09

Today Johnny and Greg are talking to Adam McKenzie the creator of the popular recipe site and Instagram account This Jew Can Que. They chat about his new cookbook ‘Weeknight Smoking on your Trae...

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King Louie’s Meat Apostles from 2021-05-11T18:03:41

Today Johnny is flying solo in the studio while Greg joins us live from his catering event. The two are joined by Michael Goff of King Louie’s Meat Apostles to talk about his line of rubs.

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Wingin' It from 2021-05-04T18:18:11

Wait, is it Tuesday again? Greg and Johnny are back and they are talking......you guessed it......... BBQ!

Chrissy and Greg try Daddy Dutch Sweet Heat Rub, we chat about Gregs second pop ...

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Damn That's Gud from 2021-04-27T18:12:42

Today Johnny and Greg are chatting with Randy Salinas of Big Salinas Barbecue and the “Damn That’s Gud” podcast and His brother Junior is also joining us, we talk about their podcast and what’s ...

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The Four Fundamentals of Smoking from 2021-04-20T18:22:35

Today Johnny and Greg are joined by "The BBQ Buddha" Chris Sussman to talk about his upcoming book The Four Fundamentals of Smoking. His passion is to teach you how to grill and create amazing B...

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Lets Talk the new Smokin Hoggz Cookbook from 2021-04-13T18:17:22

Today Johnny and Greg are talking to their good friend Bill Gillespie from Smokin Hoggz to talk about his new cook book, the 4th he has published - Hot and Fast BBQ on Your Weber Smokey Mountain...

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Are You Ready for Pop-Up BBQ? from 2021-04-06T18:05:27

Today Johnny and Greg are talking about the Who, What, When, Where and How of Gregs upcoming  Pop-Up BBQ event. They pay tribute to a couple of losses that the community has suffered this past w...

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Fun and Games with Maddie and Kiki from 2021-03-30T18:05:14

Today the guys are joined by Maddie & Kiki of Maddie & Kiki's Grill Studio, the Canadian Queens of BBQ. They are very creative and have been cooking on some seriously innovative vessels. They ar...

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Talking BBQ with Max Chiefari Live from Egypt from 2021-03-23T18:18:30

Today Johnny and Greg are joind via zoom by Max Chiefari a BBQ consultant from Texicana BBQ. Max comes to us live from the new BBQ house The Longhorn in Cairo EGYPT!!

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St Patricks Day Fun with Lep TV from 2021-03-16T18:08:10

Today Johnny and Greg are joined by their friend Lep from YouTubes Leprechaun TV for some St Pattys Day Antics. Together they discuss Leps Blackstone adventures, his record setting biggest smash...

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Who loves Corned Beef? from 2021-03-09T18:06:48

With St Patrick’s Day around the corner Johnny and Greg talk Corned Beef!

What is Johnnys version of Boiled Dinner?

Is Corned Beef truly Irish?

Why is there Red and Grey Cor...

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Let’s Talk Dirty! from 2021-03-02T18:03:04

How to Prep for BBQ Season

Today Johnny and Greg talk dirty…………. dirty Grills and Smokers that is.

They give all their best tips for getting your BBQ and Smokers ready for BBQ seas...

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Brisket Ice Cream? from 2021-02-23T18:20:57

I Scream, you scream, We all scream for.... BRISKET ICE CREAM?!?!

Today Johnny and Greg are joined by their good friend Cmac (Craig McPherson) from Blackstone Boys & Cmac's Backyard BBQ ...

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Smokers and Practical Jokes from 2021-02-16T18:00:12

On todays show Johnny and Greg are joined by Ryan Newland from Backline Fabrication 

They talk smokers, Johnnys fire box, Ryan fields some questions from the audience AND the guys play a ...

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Post Super Bowl Wood from 2021-02-09T18:11:24

On todays show Greg and Johnny discuss their Super Bowl Cooks for this year AND how Johnny single handedly keeps his family alive during winter.

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Talking BBQ&Blackstone with the Hungry Hussey from 2021-02-02T18:05:56

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up ...

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Shake this Sh*t on everything! from 2021-01-26T18:02:45

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up ...

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B&B Charcoal in the house! from 2021-01-19T17:59:31

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up ...

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Taking your backyard BBQ to a championship level from 2021-01-12T18:00:22

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up ...

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BBQ Tips with a 2X BBQ World Champion from 2021-01-05T18:00:23

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up ...

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The Big Beef Showdown from 2020-12-29T17:55:43

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up ...

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Celebrating a BBQ Christmas with an Eggnog challenge from 2020-12-22T18:01

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up ...

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Gifts of Christmas past from 2020-12-15T18:01

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up ...

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The BBQ Brotherhood with James Pavia from 2020-12-08T18:01

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up ...

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Getting Ready for a BBQ Christmas with the BBQ Buddha from 2020-12-01T18:01

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up ...

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Celebrating a PIT LIFE BBQ Thanksgiving from 2020-11-24T17:55:51

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up ...

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The Pit Life challenge series rolls on from 2020-11-17T17:55:42

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up ...

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Deadly Brisket Challenge! from 2020-11-10T17:53:01

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up ...

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Unforgotten Heroes BBQ Festival from 2020-11-03T17:54:47

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up ...

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Busting the biggest Steak Myths from 2020-10-27T18:03:17

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up ...

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BBQing in the Dead of Winter with Jeff Rice from 2020-10-20T17:58:50

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up ...

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BBQing with the British! from 2020-10-13T18:00:15

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up ...

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Taking a visit to the Meat Church! from 2020-10-06T18:01:43

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up ...

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How to plan a BBQ birthday! from 2020-09-29T18:00:15

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up ...

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Ryan Newland is building Greg a custom smoker from 2020-09-22T18:02:12

This week, Johnny and Greg are joined by Ryan Newland of Backline Fabrication & Smokers. Ryan details how he is building the smoker, what goes into the build, why he changed his career to build ...

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Backyard BBQ Debates from 2020-09-15T17:56:28

This week, Johnny and the hairless cat Greg, get into some heated BBQ debates. One stick, two sticks, open smoker, closed smoker, it never ends with these two.

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A tour through our BBQ minds from 2020-09-08T17:52:16

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGiorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up...

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Ugly Drum Smokers are Beautiful from 2020-09-01T17:58:06

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGiorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up...

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Best Tailgate Foods for Football Season from 2020-08-25T18:02:17

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGiorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up...

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Johnny&Greg "Wing It" from 2020-08-18T18:00:08

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGiorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up...

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Showing off your TD’s with TD’s Brew&BBQ from 2020-08-11T18:00:31

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up ...

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The 2-year anniversary party! from 2020-08-04T17:58:44

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGiorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up...

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How to get your catering on with Dash from Steel Drum Smokers BBQ from 2020-07-28T18:02:10

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGiorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up...

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Mastering the Big Green Egg with Craig Tabor from 2020-07-21T17:52:11

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGiorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up...

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Backyard BBQing the right way from 2020-07-14T17:59:20

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up ...

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Big Rome joins the show to share his BBQ secrets from 2020-07-07T18:00:52

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGiorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up...

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Greg makes a new BBQ investment from 2020-06-30T18:00:52

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGiorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up...

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100th Episode Spectacular with Maddie&Kiki Longo from 2020-06-23T18:02:06

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” Matthews discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up ...

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Injecting Pork the Right Way from 2020-06-16T17:54:15

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGiorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up...

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The gift to get your dad for Father’s Day, WOOD from 2020-06-09T17:53:53

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGiorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up...

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Why you need to be obsessed with brisket from 2020-06-02T17:54:47

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGiorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up...

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Outlaw Cooking with Nelson from Outlaw Smokers from 2020-05-26T18:01:10

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg "The BBQ Broker" DiGiorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up...

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CMac of the Blackstone Boys on Ribberfest BBQ Cookoff 2020 from 2020-05-19T17:54:55

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGiorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up...

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Cooking with an American Hero – Daddy Cooks Philip Riddick from 2020-05-12T17:54

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back...

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BBQ you can’t refuse with the Dawgfatha Alton Matthews from 2020-05-05T17:47:55

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” Matthews discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up ...

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BBQing in the Northeast with George&Dave from Nor’easter Smoke&BBQ from 2020-04-28T17:56:46

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back...

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Falling in love with BBQ w/Joey Machado from 2020-04-21T17:56:43

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back...

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How to cook with Award Winning BBQ Sauces w/Ray Sheehan from 2020-04-14T18:02:52

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back...

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Cooking BBQ with the Pork Mafia from 2020-04-07T18:05:06

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back...

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Will a Tribal Fire Grill change the game? from 2020-03-31T18:01:59

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back...

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Cooking Chicago BBQ with Greg and Kristina Gaardbo from 2020-03-24T17:45:33

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back...

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Shaking on Uncle Steve's Shake from 2020-03-17T17:50:10

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back...

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Bryan Crawford of Crawford’s BBQ and Lone Star Barbeque Pro Shop. from 2020-03-10T17:46:30

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back...

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Dan Arnold Owner of SuckleBusters talks his favorite rubs from 2020-03-03T17:59:12

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back...

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Andy Husbands from The Smoke Shop from 2020-02-25T17:50:16

Pit Life BBQ's John Maguire (aka Johnny Mags) and Michael Massiglia (aka Messy Mike) welcome chef Andy Husbands from The Smoke Shop. They talk Boston BBQ.

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Bill Gillespie from Smokin’ Hoggz BBQ from 2020-02-18T19:02:20

Pit Life BBQ's John Maguire (aka Johnny Mags) and Michael Massiglia (aka Messy Mike) welcome Bill Gillespie from Smokin’ Hoggz BBQ. The boys have questions for Bill.

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Cooking with CJ from 2020-02-11T17:50:02

Pit Life BBQ's John Maguire (aka Johnny Mags) and Michael Massiglia (aka Messy Mike) talk to CJ from the Cookie with CJ YouTube channel.

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What Kind of People Eat Emus? from 2020-02-04T17:52:23

Pit Life BBQ's John Maguire (aka Johnny Mags) and Michael Massiglia (aka Messy Mike) talk to Rick Lemay from Lemay & Sons on the phone and Chris from Eastwind Farms in the studio.

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What is Kids Que Nation? from 2020-01-28T17:48:58

Messy Mike is not in the studio today, so Johnnie Mags welcomes Steve Jiminez from Kids Que Nation to the show.

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Chef Bobby Marcotte from Guy’s Grocery Games from 2020-01-21T17:46:39

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike welcome Bobby Marcotte, the executive Chef at The Tuckaway Tavern and Butchery. He will be on the finale of Guy’s Grocery Games tomorrow.

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Today’s Show is a Hot Mess from 2020-01-14T17:48:06

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike have no guests today, but they have some good ones coming up. Other than that, they get caught up on BBQ topics of all kinds.

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Clark Crew BBQ from 2020-01-07T17:48:50

Pit Life BBQ's John Maguire (aka Johnny Mags) and Michael Massiglia (aka Messy Mike) talk to Travis Clark from Clark Crew BBQ.

 

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The BBQ Broker is Back from 2019-12-31T12:17:28

Messy Mike is not in the studio today. Pit Life BBQ's John Maguire (aka Johnny Mags) welcomes Greg A.K.A. The BBQ Broker back to Pit Life.

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Christmas Eve Eggnog Challenge from 2019-12-24T17:00

Pit Life BBQ's John Maguire (aka Johnny Mags) and Michael Massiglia (aka Messy Mike) welcome Johnny’s kids for a special Christmas Eve episode. Also, Johnny and Mike have an eggnog chugging cont...

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Why is BBQ Branding Important? from 2019-12-17T17:57:35

Johnny Mags and Mike Massiglia (aka Messy Mike) welcomes Dave to the studio. They expected to have Travis Clark on the show, but needed to reschedule.

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Steve Bubba Coddington Arrives at the Pit from 2019-12-11T08:00:05

Johnny Mags couldn’t make it today, so Michael Massiglia (aka Messy Mike) welcomes Dave to the studio. They talk to Steve “Bubba” Coddington from K-Blocks Fire Pit BBQ.

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Who is Daddy Dutch? from 2019-12-03T17:54:41

Pit Life BBQ's John Maguire (aka Johnny Mags) and Michael Massiglia (aka Messy Mike) talk to Kent Vandeweerd of Daddy Dutch BBQ.

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What’s the Story of Gator Pit of Texas? from 2019-11-26T19:25:02

Johnny Mags couldn’t make it today, so Michael Massiglia (aka Messy Mike) is solo. He talks with Ritchey Robin From Gator Pit of Texas.

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How is the New Weber SmokeFire Grill? from 2019-11-19T17:47:55

Pit Life BBQ's John Maguire (aka Johnny Mags) and Michael Massiglia (aka Messy Mike) talk about the Weber SmokeFire grills. These are Weber’s new offering in pellet grills.

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What’s the Best Cutting Board? from 2019-11-12T17:58:17

Pit Life BBQ's John Maguire (aka Johnny Mags) and Michael Massiglia (aka Messy Mike) talk to Ian Hemming from Custom Cutting Boards R Us.

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Should I Be Keeping a BBQ Log? from 2019-11-05T17:42:15

Pit Life BBQ's John Maguire (aka Johnny Mags) and Michael Massiglia (aka Messy Mike) talk about economical options for a smoker and how to get started with BBQ.

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Tips for People New to BBQ from 2019-10-29T17:47:11

Pit Life BBQ's John Maguire (aka Johnny Mags) and Michael Massiglia (aka Messy Mike) talk about economical options for a smoker and how to get started with BBQ.

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Bringing Home the Bacon from 2019-10-22T17:46:55

Pit Life BBQ's John Maguire (aka Johnny Mags) and Michael Massiglia (aka Messy Mike) welcome Allan Ømand Ungstrup who is a full time baconista. They talk about all things bacon.

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What is the Big Pig Jig? from 2019-10-15T17:40:45

Pit Life BBQ's John Maguire (aka Johnny Mags) and Michael Massiglia (aka Messy Mike) welcome Cindyloo Loo from the Big Pig Jig.

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Favorite Football Snacks from 2019-10-08T17:51:20

Pit Life BBQ's John Maguire (aka Johnny Mags) and Michael Massiglia (aka Messy Mike) talk about Mike paying off his debt and a future competition.

 

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Who is the BBQ Broker? from 2019-10-01T17:44:47

Pit Life BBQ's John Maguire (aka Johnny Mags) and Michael Massiglia (aka Messy Mike) welcome Greg DiGiorgio to the studio.

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Robby Royal Joins Pit Life BBQ from 2019-09-24T17:46:19

Pit Life BBQ's John Maguire (aka Johnny Mags) and Michael Massiglia (aka Messy Mike) welcome Robby Royal from Rescue Smokers to the Pit.

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5 Pound Burrito Eating Contest from 2019-09-17T17:40:37

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike square off in an eating challenge. Who can finish this monster first?

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Heath Riles Talks About BBQ from 2019-09-10T17:50:22

Pit Life BBQ's John Maguire (aka Johnny Mags) and Michael Massiglia (aka Messy Mike) welcome Heath Riles to the Pit.

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How Did the Boys Do at the BBQ Competition? from 2019-09-03T17:43:54

Pit Life BBQ's John Maguire (aka Johnny Mags) and Michael Massiglia (aka Messy Mike) talk about the BBQ competition they attended as well as covering what they cooked over the long weekend.

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Casey Bard from Tacticalories Seasoning Company from 2019-08-27T17:49:31

Pit Life BBQ's John Maguire (aka Johnny Mags) and Michael Massiglia (aka Messy Mike) welcome Casey Bard from Tacticalories Seasoning Company to talk about the products they make.

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All About BBQ Rubs from 2019-08-20T17:48:27

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike talk about BBQ rubs. There’s more to it than meets the eye.

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Craig McPherson and the Blackstone Boys from 2019-08-13T17:49:57

Pit Life BBQ's  Johnny Mags and Messy Mike invite Craig McPherson of Blackstone Boys’ fame to discuss all things BBQ and Blackstone. This episode is a can't miss!

 

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The Cooking Comedian at the Pit from 2019-08-06T17:56:58

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike welcome Vic Clevenger to the pit. Vic is known as the Cooking Comedian who does motivational speaking. Of course, he is a BBQ expert.

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Saved by the Blackstone from 2019-07-30T17:43:44

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike talk about the event Mike had this last weekend. He talks about how he salvaged the Mac & Cheese.

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Kim Stanfield Talks About the Northeast Barbecue Society from 2019-07-23T17:45:26

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike welcome Kim Stanfield from the Boo Boo Qued competition barbeque team. She discusses BBQ competition with Mike and Johnnie.

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What is National Barbecue News? from 2019-07-16T19:13:50

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike welcome Kell Phelps the Publisher of National Barbeque News.  They will be talking about all things Barbecue News.

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What is Messy Mike Cooking? from 2019-07-09T16:30

Messy Mike is not in the studio today. He is on location and Johnnie talks to him about what he’s up to.

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Does Pizza Count as BBQ? from 2019-07-02T17:49:52

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike welcome Mic Stanfield to the pit.  They will be talking about some accessories this week.

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Johnnie Takes the Choco Challenge from 2019-06-25T17:47:33

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike have an important challenge today. Johnnie tries the Cocoa Loco.

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What Do the Listeners Want to Talk About? from 2019-06-18T17:42:54

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike talk about last week’s show. Mike missed out on a good time.

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Is Dry Aged Beef Better? from 2019-06-11T18:04

Messy Mike is not around today, so Johnnie Mags welcomes Jonathan Carney to talk about dry aged beef. Maybe we’ll even have some pie. 

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What is the BBQ Hall of Fame? from 2019-06-04T17:46:59

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike talk about their weekend BBQ exploits. Then they move on to the BBQ Hall of Fame

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Memorial Day Weekend BBQ from 2019-05-28T17:44:01

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike talk about their Memorial Day Weekend cooks. They talk about what they made and the rubs and sauces they used.

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Texas Style BBQ and Cuisine With Johnny Stewart from 2019-05-21T18:06:37

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike welcome Johnny Stewart From Texas Style BBQ and Cuisine. Johnny is a trained chef who teaches culinary arts at both the local high school and college. They cover a wi...

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Steve Ray from Owls Nest BBQ from 2019-05-14T17:53:59

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike welcome Steve Ray from Owls Nest BBQ. They cover a wide variety of BBQ topics with Steve.

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Memphis in May International Festival from 2019-05-07T17:56:51

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike talk about Memphis in May. This is one of the Big 3 BBQ competitions.

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Junior Urias Talks Texas BBQ from 2019-04-30T17:51:35

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike welcome TV personality Junior Urias from Up In Smoke BBQ. They also talk about brisket and preparing for the BBQ season. They talk about what Junior is up to and all ...

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What Do I Need to do to Prepare for BBQ Season? from 2019-04-23T17:50:43

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike talk about what they ate for Easter. They also talk about brisket and preparing for the BBQ season.

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Is the Watchman Stove a Grill or a Stove? from 2019-04-16T18:06:03

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike welcome Sean Callanan to the pit. Sean is a world champion archer and advocate for the Watchman Stove.

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What’s the New Restaurant in Amesbury to Get Tacos? from 2019-04-09T17:56:27

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike welcome Sean Hopkins back to the pit. It’s Taco Tuesday and Sean has a big announcement.

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Are These the Craziest BBQ Stories? from 2019-04-03T17:58:20

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike review some crazy stories about BBQ. Which one is the most absurd?

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Ollie Spragg Talks BBQ in Australia from 2019-03-27T17:49:59

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike welcome Ollie Spragg to this episode. Ollie is one of first members of the Pit Life BBQ Family and lives in Australia.

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Dan Bosworth Stops by the Pit from 2019-03-20T17:35:46

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike welcome Dan Bosworth from Big Dan’s BBQ. Dan is visiting from Pennsylvania.

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A Heated Discussion About Chili from 2019-03-14T04:08:25

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike talk about chili. Where does each of hosts stand on the great chili debate?

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Sous Vide or Not To Sous Vide from 2019-03-06T17:51:44

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike discuss Sous Vide. Today's show breaks down this interesting method of preparing your food especially meats. Is it cheating? Is it as good? Tune in to find out!

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Ray Sheehan from BBQ Buddha from 2019-02-27T17:43:57

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike talk to Ray Sheehan. Ray is the creator and owner of BBQ Buddha.

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It’s a Grate Show from 2019-02-20T17:53:13

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike talk about grates. It’s a great way to spruce up your grill.

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Talking About Grills and Grates from 2019-02-13T17:52:01

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike are talking Valentine’s Day as well as grills and grates. They have a lot of good information.

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Sean Hopkins Is Back at the Pit from 2019-02-06T17:57:36

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike welcome Sean Hopkins from Lobster Q. He talks flame boss and he’s got food!

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CJ Volkmann Stops by the Pit from 2019-01-30T17:51:12

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike welcome CJ Volkmann. CJ talks about his successful YouTube channel.

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What Did Johnnie Buy This Time? from 2019-01-23T17:51:09

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike talk Super Bowl, listener email and a whole lot more. Join them at the pit and enjoy the show.

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Dan Wright from Wright BBQ Company from 2019-01-16T17:40:55

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike Talk Barbecue with Dan Wright about Wright BBQ Company. They cover a lot of the products the company sells.

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The Boys Review Bill Gillespie’s Cookbook from 2019-01-09T17:44:39

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike talk about some of the recipes in Bill Gillespie’s cookbook. Is smoked lemonade really a thing?

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Sean Hopkins from Lobster Q Joins the Boys at the Pit from 2019-01-02T17:55:40

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike are joined by Sean Hopkins from Lobster Q. They talk about Sean’s restaurant experience.

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Mike’s Niece Courtney Joins the Boys at the Pit from 2018-12-26T17:45:34

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike talk about their Christmas dinners. They also welcome Mike’s niece to the show.

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It’s Christmas Around the Pit from 2018-12-19T17:38:41

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike celebrate a very BBQ Christmas. They exchange gifts and talk about what you might buy for your BBQ loved one.

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Talking About Side Dishes from 2018-12-12T17:41:22

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike talk about great side dishes to serve with BBQ. What you should be serving with your BBQ.

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Winterizing Your Smoker from 2018-12-05T17:37:37

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike talk about winterizing smokers. They also talk about an important side dish – mac & cheese.Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike dis...

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Steaks, Steaks and More Steaks from 2018-11-28T17:37:43

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike go back to the beef this week. They talk about all things steak.

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Thanksgiving Sides and Desserts from 2018-11-21T17:44:46

Johnnie Mags and Messy welcome David Garofalo the creator of Studio 21 Podcast Cafe. They thoroughly discuss Thanksgiving sides and desserts.

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Talking Turkey about Thanksgiving from 2018-11-14T17:38:34

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike talk turkey this week. They go through all aspects of cooking the perfect Bird.

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Bobby& Jack’s Memphis Barbecue Comes to the Pit from 2018-11-07T17:40:39

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike welcome John Ryan. John Ryan is opening a new BBQ restaurant in Tewksbury, MA.

 

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BBQ Road Trip from 2018-10-31T17:40:23

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike talk about Mike’s trip to Georgia. Mike gives details about his adventure.

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Live Viewer Questions from 2018-10-24T17:36:39

Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike take some live questions from the viewers.

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What Can I Do with a Pork Tenderloin? from 2018-10-17T17:37:50

A listener wants Johnnie and Mike to talk about pork tenderloin. They are happy to oblige. 

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Get to Know Your Butcher from 2018-10-10T17:45:27

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back...

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How to Cater a Barbeque Event from 2018-10-03T17:41:20

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back...

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BBQ and Family – The Kids Take Over the Pit from 2018-09-26T17:43:16

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags andMessy Mike Chris discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit...

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What’s Up with This Wagyu and Kobe Beef? from 2018-09-19T17:44:56

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike Chris discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, si...

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Which Cigars Pair Well with BBQ? from 2018-09-12T14:30:02

This week the crew discusses:

  • Messy Mike and Johnnie Mags are going to the Two Guys 33rd Anniversary dinner tonight
  • Both BBQ and cigars take time and patience
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Football Tailgating Menu from 2018-09-05T17:46:15

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags andMessy Mike Chris discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit...

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Winner, Winner Rib Dinner from 2018-08-29T17:40:02

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags, Messy Mike and Crawdaddy Chris discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the...

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Pulling Some Pork from 2018-08-22T17:53:45

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags, Messy Mike and Crawdaddy Chris discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the...

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What’s the Right Smoker for Me? from 2018-08-15T17:47:44

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags, Messy Mike and Crawdaddy Chris discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the...

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There’s a Snake in My BBQ Pit from 2018-08-08T17:37:35

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags, Messy Mike and Crawdaddy Chris discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the...

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