Hasty-Bake Grills collector and historian Jay Johnsen and I talk about how America’s oldest existing charcoal grill company got its start and more. Keep Reading »
Talking Hasty-Bake Grills History with Jay Johnsen
BBQ Beat Podcast Archive
The BBQ Beat Podcast is for anyone who loves grilling up a good meal or ramping up their low and slow BBQ cooking skills to become King of the Cul De Sac! Whether you're a professional or self-proclaimed pitmaster, this is the podcast for you!
2019 World Food Championships Final Table and Dallas Update with Mike McCloud
Mike McCloud shares exciting news about the 2019 dates, location, and cooking format for the upcoming Final Table event, and the new Dallas, TX location. Keep Reading »
Heath Riles on Burnin’ Up the Road and Establishing a Brand
Heath Riles is one of the most accomplished competition pitmasters out there. Listen in on some of the lessons he’s learned and where he’s headed next. Keep Reading »
Crafting Great Recipes, Judging the Jack, and Building a Solid Following with Girls Can Grill
In this episode, I talk with Christie Vanover of the Girls Can Grill blog. Tune in for her thoughts on competing and developing awesome recipes. Keep Reading »
Craig Verhage on BBQ Family, Tradition, and Keeping the Fire Burning
Listen in as I talk with Craig Verhage of Ubons BBQ about Family, Tradition, and Keeping the Fires Burning Keep Reading »
Green Mountain Grills Distribution, Sales and Customer Service
In this episode of the BBQ Beat podcast, I talk with Jason Baker, Jim Elser, and BJ Mannix about the GMG Distribution channel, customer service and more. Keep Reading »
Episode 41: Hanging with Jason Ganahl of Colorado’s GQue BBQ
In this episode of the BBQ Beat Podcast, I sit down with Jason Ganahl, owner of GQue BBQ in Colorado to talk about the origins of his restaurant. Keep Reading »
Episode 40: Talking with Susie Bulloch of Hey Grill Hey
In this episode, I talk with Susie Bulloch about the good work she’s doing over at her Hey Grill Hey website. Learn how she does what she does and more! Keep Reading »
Bonus Episode: The Whiskey Bent BBQ Supply Origin Story with Chad Ward and Carl Griffth
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. Keep Reading »
Bonus Episode: World Food Championship 2018 Update with CEO Mike McCloud
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. Keep Reading »
Episode 39: Talking with Isaac Morton of Smithey Ironware Company
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. Keep Reading »
Episode 38: Talking with Chad from Crydermans Barbecue
In this episode, I talk with Chad Cryderman of Crydermans Barbecue in Cocoa, FL. Offering some of the best barbecue in Central Florida – cooked fresh daily! Keep Reading »
Doing a Little Front Porch Sitting with Gentry’s BBQ
In this episode, I talk with Chris Gentry of Gentry’s BBQ. We discuss his background with BBQ, his Carolia heritage, his line of rubs and sauces, and more. Keep Reading »
Episode 36: Talking Moulard Duck Breast with the Guys from Duckchar
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! Keep Reading »
Episode 35: Hanging Out with Brian and Kirk from Smoke Staxx Pans
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… Keep Reading »
Episode 34: Talking KCBS BBQ in Europe with Haymo Gutweniger
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! Keep Reading »
Episode 33: Talking the KC Grilling Company Grand Opening with Richard Fergola
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 Kansas City. Keep Reading »
Episode 32: Aaron Lesley of Texas Oil Dust BBQ talks IBCA, Midland Meat Company and More
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. Keep Reading »
Episode 31: Your BBQ Photos and How to Make them Awesome with Mike Lang
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 Another Pint Please. Lots of resources here, so you don’t want to miss it. Keep Reading »
Episode 30: Texas BBQ Roundtable with Tales from the Pits
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. Keep Reading »