Podcasts by The BBQ Beat Podcast
A BBQ podcast hosted by Kevin Sandridge shares great stories related to BBQ and Grilling as told by the people who inspire them. Guests include competition BBQ pitmasters, food industry insiders, BBQ and grilling product manufacturers, and event promoters from the US and abroad. If you love BBQ and have an appreciation for live-fire cooking – this is the Barbecue podcast for you.
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Drew Davis of Razorracks BBQ on Winning Big with a Small Footprint from 2022-09-18T21:30:25
Talking with Drew Davis of Razorracks BBQ about how teams without big rigs, toy haulers, or trailers can still win big on the competition BBQ trail! Topics discussed include the importance of ha...
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Duce Raymond of Sweet Baby Ray's from 2022-07-21T03:01:13
In this episode, I talk with Duce Raymond of Sweet Baby Ray’s about the origins of the world’s most po...
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Adrian Miller, Author of Black Smoke: African Americans and the United States of Barbecue from 2022-06-09T00:37:49
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Ted Reader on Making it Tasty with Live Fire from 2022-04-06T02:53:18
No one embodies the spirit of crafting amazing food with live fire better than Canada's Chef Ted Reader. I can't thank Teddy enough for sitting down and allowing me to record this EPIC chat!
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Chris Becker of CookinPellets.com from 2022-03-21T15:37:43
When it comes to BBQ pellets, you can't do any better than CookinPellets.c...
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Amy Mills talks BBQ Business and the Legacy of Mr. Mike from 2022-02-24T04:38:29
Talking with Amy Mills of 17th Street BBQ is always such a pleasure. In this episode, we cover the history o...
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2021 Hog Drop Champion John Lindsey from 2022-01-25T01:37:09
In this episode, I talk with John Lindsey of All Q'ued Up BBQ about his recent Grand Champion win at the 2021 Hog Dr...
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Rusty and Anthony of the Pitmasters Podcast from 2022-01-14T03:39:15
Rusty Monson and Anthony Lujan host the Pitmasters Podcast... and they ar...
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Montana Max on Food Sport and His BBQ Champs Academy Series from 2021-11-21T23:11:49
Montana Max (Max Nelson) joins us to discuss his food sport exploits. It's always a pleasure talking with people like Max who are passionate about what they do. Max ...
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Protecting Knives in Style - Talking with Mick Kerkham of Maka Leathergoods from 2021-10-28T01:28:01
In this episode, I talk with Mick "Maka" Kerkham from Maka Leathergoods in Tasmania. His custom leather knife rolls are sought ...
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Talking Fire and Wine with Mary and Sean from Vindulge from 2021-08-17T23:42:53
Fire and wine make for amazing food pairings, a fact that's confirmed and celebrated in this conversation with Mary Cressler and Sean Martin of Listen
Talking Fire and Wine with Mary and Sean from Vindulge from 2021-08-17T23:42:53
Fire and wine make for amazing food pairings, a fact that's confirmed and celebrated in this conversation with Mary Cressler and Sean Martin of Listen
John Scharbauer on 138 Years of Cattle Ranching, Progress, and Riding for the Brand from 2021-07-05T21:00:09
Few people speak to family traditions, hard work, loyalty, and taking care of your community like John Scharbauer of Scharbauer Cattle Ranch and Listen
KCBS is Celebrating 35 Years and Wants You to Join the Fun from 2021-05-21T20:32:38
Celebrating 35 years of sanctioning World Class competition BBQ events across the globe is a big deal, and the Kansas City Barbeque Society wants you to join in the fun!
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Talking with Chris Marks of Three Little Pigs from 2021-04-29T02:00:46
In this episode, I talk with 9-time World BBQ Champion Chris Marks of Three Little Pigs Rubs and Sauces. With a w...
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Talking with Jason Hardee About The Rufus Teague BBQ Throwdown from 2021-03-27T03:38:55
Hello everybody, and welcome to another episode of The BBQ Beat Podcast, I’m your faithful host, Kevin Sandridge – bringing you great stories from the world of BBQ, grilling, and live-fire cooki...
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Grilling Up Meat District Delights with Zack Phillips from 2021-03-12T02:19:29
We’re delving just a little bit into the world of BBQ and Grilling influencers – in this case as the topic pertains to a company called Listen
Talking Traeger Grill Patent Litigation with BBQ Expert Derrick Riches from 2021-02-15T02:49:34
How much do you know about the business of BBQ?
When I started out judging BBQ back in the early 2000s, it was pretty easy to get a handle on what companies made different grills and smok...
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BBQGuys.com Randy Watson is Living his Best Live Fire Life from 2021-01-20T00:38:05
Grillmaster Randy Watson of BBQGuys.com is on FIRE!!!
In this podcast episode, Randy talks about h...
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Always Hustling - Ray Sheehan on Crafting Flavors and Promoting Your BBQ Brand from 2020-12-27T00:24:32
With 20 years in the food business and a work ethic founded on the lessons learned on his Grandfather's farm, New Jersey native Ray Sheehan of Listen
Author Robert F. Moss on Barbecue, the History of an American Institution from 2020-12-04T03:25:46
Talking with Robert F. Moss, BBQ Editor for Southern Living Magazine on the tenth anniversary of his book Barbecue: The History ...
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BBQ in Britain with Kevin Edge of Edge BBQ from 2020-10-22T02:50:49
In this episode, we’ll take another trip across the Atlantic for a stopover in the city of Slough, England, just some 45 minutes west of London to talk with my good friend Kevin Edge of ...
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Sous Vide Meets Live Fire with Darrin Wilson from 2020-10-05T00:46:29
In this episode, I’m talking with Darrin Wilson, host of the Fire and Water Cooking Podcast. Many of you have seen the countless sous vide cooking method videos on YouTube by now… you know… wher...
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Daina Falk of Hungry Fan Talks Eating Well on Game Day from 2020-09-01T00:06:58
In this episode, I am joined by Daina Falk of HungryFan.com. Daina is all about the Game Day Food Experience, and her we...
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Saffron Hodgson of Bushcooking.com from 2020-07-18T00:57:10
In this episode of the BBQ Beat Podcast, I talk with Saffron Hodgson, founder, and editor of Bushcooking.com. Billed as the ...
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How to Make Charcuterie at Home with Rey Tagle from 2020-06-12T23:50:21
In this episode, I'm talking with Rey Tagle from CharcuterieMaster.com. I found some amazing photos of Rey's home charcuterie projects on his Instagram channel and caught up with him to learn a ...
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David Bouska of Butcher BBQ from 2020-04-27T04:09:01
In this episode of The BBQ Beat Podcast, I'm talking with David Bouska of Butcher BBQ. David's success on the BBQ trail and ...
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Catching Up with Daniel Vaughn of Texas Monthly Magazine from 2020-04-13T17:55:37
In this episode, I’m talking with Texas Monthly BBQ Editor Listen
Talking Masterbuilt Gravity Series with John and John II McLemore from 2020-03-18T23:24:44
This episode features a really great conversation I had recently with John McLemore and his son, John II, of Masterbuilt.
We all love stories about small business success. Someone starts...
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Talking About BBQ in Norway American Style from 2020-03-01T04:09:41
In this episode of the BBQ Beat Podcast, I talk with Norwegian native Dag Ødegaard and his Texas native wife Angela Taliaferro. We discuss their store in Sandvika, Norway called, aptly, The BBQ ...
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Halal BBQ Pitmasters out of Dallas Talk Food, Culture, and Eating Well from 2020-01-29T05:14:17
In this episode, I’m talking with Zahid Ahmad, Rehan Jaffrey, and Neghae Mawla from Halal BBQ Pitmasters out of the Dallas, TX area.
I came across their Instagram feed sometime back and w...
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Jon Jackson on Helping Veterans Find Solace and Healing at Comfort Farms from 2020-01-03T02:03:36
In this episode of The BBQ Beat Podcast, I'm talking with Jon Jackson of Comfort Farms in Milledgeville, GA... an Acute Veterans Crisis Agriculture Center that is helping US Veterans.
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The Lee Brothers - Hotbox: Inside Catering, the Food World's Riskiest Business from 2019-12-17T23:18:43
In this episode, I’m talking with Matt Lee, who – along with his brother Ted, wrote the book Listen
Inside the Small Batch World of Oakridge BBQ with Mike Trump from 2019-11-28T01:16:03
This is the BBQ Beat Podcast… I’m your host… Kevin Sandridge.
You know, more and more in today’s BBQ world, you hear people use words like hand-crafted and small-batch… so much so that i...
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Sam Jones Talks Whole Hog BBQ, Family, and Friendships at Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q from 2019-11-21T04:09:34
In this episode, I'm taking you on a trip to Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q in Atlanta where Listen
Recapping the 2019 Jack Daniel's World Championship Invitational Barbecue from 2019-11-05T03:46:17
In this episode, I’m going to do a little bit of a wrap up of my recent trip up to Lynchburg, TN to judge th...
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Sitting Down with Chef Michael Ollier of Certified Angus Beef from 2019-10-18T04:52:24
In this episode, we’ll be talking about beef....
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Talking About Cheshire Pork's Product Line with Joe Riscky of Fort Worth, TX from 2019-09-16T03:42:43
Talking with Ben Arnot from the Smoking Hot Confessions from 2019-06-21T04:02:27
This episode of the BBQ Beat Podcast features Ben Arnot, host of the excellent BBQ related podcast Smoking Hot Confessions out of Gold Coast, Australia.
A little about Smoking Hot Confess...
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Wild Game, Fish, Foraging and More with Hank Shaw from 2019-06-10T17:47:31
Hi everyone, and welcome to another episode of the BBQ Beat Podcast. When I started this podcast, it was with the intent of covering the world of BBQ and Gr...
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Talking Crisbee Cast Iron Seasoning with Brad Stuart from 2019-05-31T00:52:04
This episode of the BBQ Beat Podcast features a conversation I had with Brad Stuart, inventor of the now widely known and appreciated line of Crisbee Cast Iron Seasoning products. I always make ...
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Farming, Food, and Family with Andy Lane of Hand Hewn Farm from 2019-05-24T02:10:52
Hi everyone, and welcome to another episode of the BBQ Beat Podcast. In this episode, I’m talking with Andy Lane from Hand Hewn Farm out of Fresno, OH. Growing up spending summers between farmin...
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Celebrating North Louisiana Food Culture with Chef Hardette Harris from 2019-04-28T00:37:49
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Talking Food Heritage, Culture and History with Dr. Howard Conyers from 2019-04-07T22:19:51
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Malcom and Rachelle Reed talk food, family, and living that BBQ life from 2019-03-11T03:23:11
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Talking Hasty-Bake Grills History with Jay Johnsen from 2019-02-19T03:00:39
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In this episode of the BBQ Beat Podcast, I talk with Jay...
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2019 World Food Championships Final Table and Dallas Update with Mike McCloud from 2019-01-15T22:54:20
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Heath Riles on Burnin' Up the Road and Establishing a Brand from 2019-01-01T02:01:59
Crafting Great Recipes, Judging the Jack, and Building a Solid Following with Girls Can Grill from 2018-12-17T03:29:43
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Craig Verhage on BBQ Family, Tradition, and Keeping the Fire Burning from 2018-12-14T04:45:40
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With twenty plus years cooking comp...
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Green Mountain Grills Distribution, Sales and Customer Service from 2018-12-02T05:24:26
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Hanging with Jason Ganahl of Colorado’s GQue BBQ from 2018-10-23T03:13:14
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Talking with Susie Bulloch of Hey Grill Hey from 2018-10-15T04:31:57
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The Whiskey Bent BBQ Supply Origin Story with Chad Ward and Carl Griffth from 2018-10-02T04:35:48
In this bonus episode, Chad Ward and Carl "Griff" Griffith talk about the Origins of Whiskey Bent BBQ Supply both as a store and as a brand.
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World Food Championship 2018 Update with CEO Mike McCloud from 2018-09-28T03:54:14
In this bonus episode, World Food Championship CEO Mike McCloud sits down with me to talk about what's in store for the 2018 Event in Orange Beach, AL.
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Talking with Isaac Morton of Smithey Ironware Company from 2018-09-27T02:37:21
In this episode, I talk with Smithey Ironware Company founder Isaac Morton about his Charleston, SC company and the quality cast iron and its products.
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Talking with Chad from Crydermans Barbecue from 2018-08-25T20:23:12
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Doing a Little Front Porch Sitting with Gentry’s BBQ from 2018-08-12T23:03:39
In this episode, I talk with Chris Gentry of Gentry's BBQ. We discuss his background with BBQ, his Carolina heritage, his line of rubs and sauces, and more.
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Talking Moulard Duck Breast with the Guys from Duckchar from 2018-07-26T03:34:20
In this episode of the BBQ Beat Podcast, I talk with the guys from Duckchar. Their moulard duck breast product will forever change your definition of duck!
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Hanging Out with Brian and Kirk from Smoke Staxx Pans from 2018-07-16T03:44:20
In this podcast episode, I talk with Brian and Kirk of Smoke Staxx Pans. Want to maximize your cooking space on that grill or smoker? Check this out...
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Talking KCBS BBQ in Europe with Haymo Gutweniger from 2018-06-30T04:42:18
In this episode of the BBQ Beat Podcast, I talk with Haymo Gutweniger about KCBS BBQ in Europe. Awesome interview with lots of great info!
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Talking the KC Grilling Company Grand Opening with Richard Fergola from 2018-05-31T17:56:07
In this episode of the BBQ Beat Podcast, I talk with Fergolicious BBQ Pitmaster Richard Fergola about the team's latest venture -- the new KC Grilling Company in Olathe, KS (just outside of Kans...
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Aaron Lesley of Texas Oil Dust BBQ talks IBCA, Midland Meat Company and More from 2018-05-23T03:10
This episode of the BBQ Beat Podcast features Aaron Lesley of Texas Oil Dust BBQ. We talk about IBCA competition cooking, Midland Meat Company, and more.
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Your BBQ Photos and How to Make them Awesome with Mike Lang from 2018-05-10T04:20:50
In this episode of the BBQ Beat Podcast, Mike Lang gives some tips on how to make your phone's foodie photos awesome. Mike is the official "Grillographer" for Weber Grills and runs the blog Anot...
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Texas BBQ Roundtable with Tales from the Pits from 2018-05-02T03:02:09
In this episode of the BBQ Beat Podcast, I talk with Bryan Norton and Andrew Martinez, hosts of Tales from the Pits, Texas BBQ Podcast.
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Josh Tahan of True Craft BBQ on Cooking, Craveability, and the Pursuit of Good Food from 2018-04-24T00:30:58
In this podcast episode, I talk with Josh Tahan of True Craft BBQ about his passion for cooking, consulting, and teaching others how to enjoy the pursuit of preparing good food for friends, fami...
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Chad from Kick Ash Basket Talks Invention, Innovation, and Getting After It from 2018-04-18T02:58:31
In this episode of the BBQ Beat Podcast, I talk with Chad from Kick Ash Basket. If you own a Kamado Style Grill, you have heard of the Kick Ash Basket.
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Wrapping Up the 2018 Chain of Lakes Eggfest with B.J. Mannix from 2018-03-10T06:00:21
In this episode, I talk with B.J. Mannix, organizer of the 2018 Chain of Lakes Eggfest. We discuss all that went into making this inaugural event such a huge success. If you're curious about wha...
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Big Payouts and Superior Support for the 2018 Kissimmee Valley Rib Rodeo from 2018-02-19T19:40
In this podcast episode, I talk with Shelby Lomen, organizer of the Kissimmee Valley Rib Rodeo. We discuss this year's monster payouts, as well as the logistical support that goes into making th...
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Tim Maloy on BBQ Classes, Hot and Fast BBQ, and Those Darn Judges from 2018-02-04T20:20:03
In this episode of the BBQ Beat Podcast, Tim Maloy of Backyard Bro's discusses his team's road to success, the classes he's benefitted from most, the state of judging in today's competitive land...
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Arnie Segovia of Smokin’ Lonestar on Family, IBCA Competition, and His Love of Cue from 2017-12-29T07:39:48
In this podcast episode, I speak with Arnie Segovia of Smokin' Lonestar, based out of Edinburg , TX. You can't get too much further south in Texas than that! A great man and super fun to talk wi...
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Farm to Table Beef by Crowdfunding with Crowd Cow from 2017-11-13T00:20:53
In this podcast episode, Ethan Lowry of Crowd Cow gives this details behind this innovative farm to table beef company and its cool crowdfunding model.
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Hot Sauce 101 and Chili Head Culture with Scott Roberts from 2017-08-22T22:59:48
In this podcast episode, I talk Hot Sauces with veteran Hot Sauce blogger and podcast host, Scott Roberts. Videos, links to hot sauce companies, and more.
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Carolina BBQ Culture with John Shelton Reed from 2017-06-29T16:12:51
In this podcast episode, John Shelton Reed - Southern Culture Author and BBQ Historian - talks about Carolina BBQ History, TrueCue.org, and more.
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All About Chairman’s Reserve Prime Pork with Ozlem Worpel from 2017-05-23T02:44:40
In this podcast episode, we talk about Chairman's Reserve Prime Pork from Tyson Fresh Meats with Ozlem Worpel, Senior Brand Manager - Tyson Fresh Meats.
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Derrick Riches on 20 Years of BBQ Blogging, His New Kebabs Book, and More from 2017-03-27T00:06:28
Derrick Riches talks with Kevin in this session of the BBQ Beat Podcast. After 20 years in the BBQ and Grilling game, he's got plenty to say. Check it out!
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David Stidham of A Fine Swine BBQ on Bringing Competition Cue to the Masses from 2017-02-20T22:07:24
In this episode, David Stidham of A Fine Swine BBQ talks about his passion for smoked food, his love of family, and bringing competition cue to the masses.
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Catching up with Mark Graham and Shane Draper of Grilla Grills from 2017-01-23T02:51:21
In this podcast session, I catch up with Mark Graham and Shane Draper of Grilla Grills. We talk grill models, Grilla community culture, and more.
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Randall Bowman of Deep South Smokers is Living the BBQ Life from 2016-12-28T21:37:06
In this podcast session, Randall Bowman of Deep South Smokers talks about his gravity feed smokers, his competition BBQ organizational experience, and the competition BBQ landscape as he sees it...
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Andy Lugo talks Cooper’s Meat Market, Service, and Custom Cuts from 2016-11-29T21:10:06
In this BBQ Beat podcast session, I talk with Andy Lugo of Cooper's Meat Market in San Antonio, TX. It's all about meat that's custom cut from primals, service, and more. Be sure to listen, comm...
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Bryan Mroczka of Sonny’s BBQ Talks Tradition, Updates, and National Pulled Pork Day from 2016-10-02T22:48:16
Bryan Mroczka of Sonny's BBQ discusses his role as head of Pitmaster Operations, Sonny's tradition and background, new updates and National Pulled Pork Day.
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Up Close with Sonny’s Smokin’ Showdown Organizers from 2016-09-26T02:18:17
In this podcast session, I talk with Barbara Latimer and Montana Smith, organizers of the Sonny's Smokin' Showdown Invitational.
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Interview with Ted Conrad of Fireboard Smart Thermometer from 2016-09-06T21:21:38
In this BBQ Beat Podcast episode, I talk with Fireboard Smart Thermometer founder Ted Conrad. Listen to learn all about it here. Groundbreaking stuff!
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BBQ Contest Organization Success with Gary Moss of Tilley’s Biker Blues and BBQ Rally from 2016-08-28T17:29:52
In this podcast session, Gary Moss shares some keys to BBQ Contest Organization Success. If you are a BBQ contest organizer, this is the podcast for you.
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Christopher Prieto of PRIME Barbecue on Success in BBQ and in Life from 2016-08-14T20:36:18
Listen to my talk with Christopher Prieto of PRIME Barbecue as he discusses his Texas roots, working with the Wounded Warrior Project, and more. Now operating out of Wendell, NC, Christopher is ...
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Neil Strawder of Bigmista’s Barbecue on His Origin Story and Success in BBQ from 2016-07-26T01:58:01
In this podcast session, I talk with Neil Strawder of Bigmista's Barbecue in Long Beach, CA. Learn how he got started in BBQ and how he and his wife Phyllis grew their business from farmer's mar...
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Talking Local Food in Kansas City with Local Pig Founder Alex Pope from 2016-07-08T23:03:14
In this podcast session, I talk with Alex Pope of The Local Pig of Kansas City, where old-school style butcher shop offerings and healthy provisions abound. Alex discusses his business model, th...
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Competition BBQ in Europe is Exploding with Tomaso Castiglioni from 2016-06-28T19:56:04
Competition BBQ in Europe is exploding, and we hear all about it in this session as I speak with Tomaso Castiglioni of BBQ4All Defenders Team - Italy.
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How to Start a BBQ Team Off Right with Tim Brigman from 2016-06-15T04:43:10
This podcast session shares Tim Brigman's proven steps for How to Start a BBQ Team Off Right. The man won a GC his first time out. If you're new to competing in BBQ, this is the episode you need...
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How to Market BBQ Sauces and Rubs with Brian Misko from 2016-06-08T21:12:36
In this podcast episode, I talk about how to market BBQ sauces and rubs with Brian Misko of House of Q. Tons of proven, "must follow" advice inside. If you're just now thinking about what it wil...
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How to Market BBQ Rubs and Sauces with Tim Forrest from 2016-05-27T06:56:35
In this session of the BBQ Beat Podcast, we learn how to market BBQ rubs and sauces from 30-year food industry insider Tim Forrest of Tim Forrest Consulting. Hear useful and easy to follow advic...
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Make Perfect BBQ Using Real Wood Bar-B-Qubes – with Fred Grosse from 2016-05-17T22:45:08
Fred Grosse, creator of Mojobricks, shares the story behind his innovative Bar-B-Qubes products and explains how they can help you craft amazing smoked food. Mojobricks have helped teams win 1st...
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Welcome to the BBQ Beat Podcast from 2016-05-02T02:11:22
Welcome to session number one of the BBQ Beat Podcast! It's been a long time coming, but the time is here! I love that you'll get a chance to be a "Fly on the Wall" as we meet and talk with some...
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