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The Pitmaster's Podcast
We're BBQ competition enthusiasts who love to share everything about the smoke, the sauce, and the stories behind great barbecue. Each episode, we sit down with top pitmasters, backyard legends, restaurateurs, and more to swap advice, tips, and tall tales from the world of BBQ. Whether you're a seasoned competitor or just love good food and good company, you'll learn something new—and have a few laughs along the way!
Episodes
The Pitmaster's PodcastChris Webb of Bushmaster BBQ
Chris Webb of Bushmaster BBQ is on a roll these days. He has racked up a slew of GCs and RGCs in his short comp BBQ career. We dive into his methods and hear…
The Pitmaster's PodcastSCA cook Brennon Nielson of Sevier BBQ Addicts
This week we have Brennon Nielson of Sevier BBQ Addicts. He is fresh off a Golden Ticket win in Ogden UT. Brennon is a great SCA cook and he is laying it all…
The Pitmaster's PodcastKCBS Roundtable with Jerry Aguilar and Matt Hanson
This week we talk with two of the best cooks the west coast has to offer Jerry Aguliar of Burnin' and Lootin' and Matt Hanson of Crooked Pigs. We discuss meat…
The Pitmaster's PodcastWhole hog world champion Marcio Borguezan of Hog Addiction BBQ
Marcio Borguezan of Hog Addiction BBQ Competition Team is a whole hog world champion, steak champion, bbq competition cook, and Tribal Fire ambassador. He is…
The Pitmaster's PodcastChampion SCA Cook John Bolton of The Wolf Pack
We talk to John Bolton of The Wolf Pack a killer SCA cook and an all-around great guy. He walks us through some of his processes and shares some steak cooking…
The Pitmaster's PodcastThe Steak Princess Rylee Wright
We chat with The Steak Princess Rylee Wright. She is a 14-year-old multi-champion in streak and ancillary as well as being a fierce entrepreneur. She shares…
The Pitmaster's PodcastSCA judges round table
Today we sit down with Clint Mitchel, Mardy Rich of Voodoo Coffee Roasters, and AJ Maudsley of Slowpoke BBQ. AJ will be judging his first comp and we talk with…
The Pitmaster's PodcastSCA Champion Steve Conaway
Steve Conaway is a very consistent SCA cook. A former bbq competitor who has settled into the SCA world quite nicely. We chat with him about his history and…
The Pitmaster's PodcastThe BBQ Ninja Craig Verhage
The BBQ Ninja Craig Verhage has been cooking over live fire in almost every way imaginable for decades. We chat with him about his adventures in cooking. Craig…
The Pitmaster's PodcastKCBS update with CEO Emily Detwiler and President Rick Wagner
On the pod this week we have KCBS Emily Detwiler and President Rick Wagner. We chat about all the things KCBS has going on and what the future holds for this…
The Pitmaster's PodcastMike Wozniak of QUAU BBQ
Mike Wozniak of QUAU BBQ has won more comps than most teams combined. One of the most prolific cooks on the circuit we try and tap into the magic and glean…
The Pitmaster's PodcastRay "Dr. BBQ" Lampe
We have Ray Lampe on the show today. Ray got started in competition bbq and now is a household name in the BBQ world. We chat with him about comp bbq and here…
The Pitmaster's PodcastJake Gross rancher/Co-Founder of E3 Meats
Jake Gross is the rancher and co-founder of E3 meats He walks us through what happens to our meat from birth to store. They raise Angus beef and have one of…
The Pitmaster's PodcastRob Reinhardt pitmaster of Prairie Smoke and Spice BBQ
Rob basically does it all I mean just check out his website Prairie Smoke and Spice a few of his accomplishment: The premier BBQ caterer in Saskatchewan, with…
The Pitmaster's PodcastSCA World Championship recap with Will Collier, Jerry Aguilar and Nate Benson
We have Will Collier of DB180, Jerry Aguilar of Burnin' and Lootin', and Nate Benson of Uncle Jesse's on the show to recap the SCA World Championship and chat…
The Pitmaster's PodcastSandy Brown 2020 SCA Points Chase Champion
Sandy Brown is the 2020 SCA points chase champion. She and her husband Tim dominated the circuit last year and look to repeat that feat in 2021. Sandy and Tim…
The Pitmaster's PodcastWill Collier of Dead Bird BBQ
Will Collier of Dead Bird BBQ has made his mark on the Steak Cookoff Association circuit not only with multiple wins but a very successful line of rubs that…
The Pitmaster's PodcastMatt Ouverson 2019 SCA points chase champion
Champion SCA cook Matt Ouverson owner of wicked pig products is the 2019 SCA world point chase champion. He also holds the record for most points ever…
The Pitmaster's PodcastBlane Hunter of Porky Butts BBQ
Blane Hunter of Porky Butts BBQ is one of the most accomplished competition cooks on the circuit and is also the owner of Porky Butts BBQ restaurant in Omaha…
The Pitmaster's PodcastRonald Burns of Hotty Totty
We have Mr. Hotty Totty himself, Ronald Burns. He is a multiple Grand Champion BBQ cook who has successfully transitioned into an SCA champion and creator of…
The Pitmaster's PodcastTina Cannon of Pit Crew BBQ
Tina is not only a world foods champion and a grand champion BBQ competition cook, but she is also a TV personality. She is fresh on a win on Netflix's…
The Pitmaster's PodcastJoe Pierce of Slap's BBQ
Today on the show we have nonother than Joe Pierce of Slap's BBQ. Joe is not only the owner of a highly successful BBQ joint but is one of the top BBQ…
The Pitmaster's PodcastDewayne Poynter of Rib Lickers Smoke Shake
Dewayne is the owner of the wildly successful Rib Lickers Smoke Shack located in Glasgow KY. He also runs the BBQ Brokers shop where you can get all the tools…
The Pitmaster's PodcastAaron Stoffer of Man Meat BBQ
We take to Aaron Stoffer of Man Meat BBQ competition team who is one of the best competition cooks on the circuit. Check out some cool videos he does on…
The Pitmaster's PodcastCompetition Organizer Corey Linton
Corey Linton is the organizer of one of the biggest competitions in the world. He was also the Co-Organizer of the KCBS Invitational. He has also been…
The Pitmaster's PodcastHoliday Break
We are going to wind down till January 7th and spend this time with our families! We wish you all a Merry Christmas and a badass new year!
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Backyard Comps w/ Russ Allen of Red Bones BBQ
Russ Allen of Red Bones BBQ has been on quite a hot streak in the backyard world. First popping up of Bama-Q and then winning the first annual KCBS backyard…
The Pitmaster's PodcastThe Baron of BBQ Paul Kirk
Paul Kirk is a living legend. He has been around competition BBQ for decades, he has written influential books, taught classes to thousands of people, and rub…
The Pitmaster's PodcastScott Holmes owner of Little Miss BBQ
Little Miss BBQ popped up on the scene about 6 years ago and has since become a nationwide BBQ destination. From their beginnings in competition BBQ to farmers…
The Pitmaster's PodcastJohnny Joseph SCA Legend
3 time SCA points champion Johnny Joseph talks about cooking steak. He is already a legend in the SCA circuit and now has his own rub you can buy here Don't…
The Pitmaster's PodcastJudging with Travis Bates part 2
This time we dive into SCA cooking and politics in judging. If you missed our first episode with Travis about judging BBQ contest then go back and listen or…
The Pitmaster's PodcastBrad Leighninger of Gettin' Basted
This week we chat with Brad Leighninger of Gettin' Basted a competition BBQ legend and restaurant owner. He is also part of the BBQ league and if you haven't…
The Pitmaster's PodcastRichard Fergola of Fergolicious BBQ
We got Richard Fergola of Fergolicious BBQ to hang out with us and chat BBQ. Not only is he a multiple grand champion BBQ cook he is also a TV Personality. You…
The Pitmaster's PodcastRyan Cooper and Sean Ludwig of The Smoke Sheet
This week we chat with Ryan Cooper and Sean Ludwig of the Smoke Sheet Ryan Cooper is known as the BBQ Tourist and Sean Ludwig of NYC BBQ teamed up to start the…
The Pitmaster's PodcastJack Carlisle of Camp Chef
We chat tips and tricks with Jack Carlisle of Camp Chef We talk pellet cooking and explore camp chef's vast array of outdoor cooking equipment.
The Pitmaster's PodcastAmanda McGrath Of Thermoworks
Looking for your next thermoworks product or want so tips on how to use yours? Well, this pod is for you! Sit back while we dive into all things Thermaworks…
The Pitmaster's PodcastKyle Matuszewski of Your Behind BBQ
We chat with Kyle Matuszewski of Your Behind BBQ a father and son competition team out of Arizona. Kyle and his dad are top cooks in SCA ancillaries and have…
The Pitmaster's PodcastCasey Casper of Bang On BBQ
Casey just won the BBQ Pitstop SCA Championship Series. This 6 part series featured the best SCA cooks from all over the west. He also got a Golden Ticket on…
The Pitmaster's PodcastLynnae Oxley-Loupe part 2, SCA edition
Lynnae Oxley-Loupe returns to talk about her new obsession: SCA competitions. She has already notched a win and a golden ticket in her belt and is out for…
The Pitmaster's PodcastRobby Royal of Rescue Smokers
We have Robby Royal of Rescue Smokers on the show today. If you are super new the BBQ world here is a what Robby has accomplished: 2014 BBQ Pitmasters Grand…
The Pitmaster's PodcastDoug Scheiding of Rogue Cookers
We have Doug Scheiding of Rogue Cookers on the show this week. He is a Traeger Pro, an Embedded Correspondent on The BBQ Central Show, BBQ competitor and…
The Pitmaster's PodcastHey Grill, Hey part Deux
We celebrate our 1-year anniversary with our first ever guest Hey Grill, Hey We catch up with Utah's favorite BBQ cook Susie Bulloch and her husband and…
The Pitmaster's PodcastTerry Roan
We chat with Terry Roan who currently sits in 4th place in the overall SCA standings. He is the 2018 world steak champion and won a record-breaking 8 1st place…
The Pitmaster's PodcastJess Pryles
Jess Pryles owner of Hardcore Carnivore. She's a live-fire cook, author, and TV personality specializing in all things meat. Jess is probably the most educated…
The Pitmaster's PodcastMike Steele BBQ Champs Academy
This episode we have Mike Steele CEO of BBQ Champs Academy and IBCA completion cook. We talk about why you need to be taking classes whether you are a beginner…
The Pitmaster's PodcastDavid Bouska
Winner of hundreds of competitions and the World Champion BBQ Pitmaster of 2012 then in 2018 He wins his 2nd World Championship. David Bouska and Butcher BBQ…
The Pitmaster's PodcastChef Phillip Dell
Phillip Dell has a lot of accomplishments under his belt a few examples are: 4 Time Grand Champion, Chopped Champion, firemaster contestant, cutthroat kitchen…
The Pitmaster's PodcastMoodswing BBQ
We talk about their firey start in BBQ their transition to SCA, judging, bringing kids into the competition fold, why you should just jump into pro comps and…
The Pitmaster's PodcastAJ Maudsley of Slowpoke BBQ
This week we chat with food blogger, Traeger ambassador, Instagrammer, and all-around badass backyard bbq cook AJ Maudsley of Slowpoke BBQ. We chat about his…
The Pitmaster's PodcastEmily Detwiler CEO of KCBS
We talk with Kansas City Barbecue Society CEO Emily Detwiler about the current state of KCBS concerning the COVID outbreak. We also talk with her about…
The Pitmaster's PodcastShawna Roppolo SCA Champion
Shawna Roppolo is the female cooker of the year 2 years in a row, winner of the NBBQA's Rhinestone Steak Showdown in Fort Worth, Texas. She has placed top 10…
The Pitmaster's PodcastChris Schafer of Heavy Smoke BBQ and co-host of All That for 6 pieces bbq show
We talk with World Champion Chris Schafer who has won multiple grand championships as head cook of Heavy Smoke BBQ and is the co-host of All That for 6 pieces…
The Pitmaster's PodcastSo you wanna get into Competition BBQ?
We decided to switch it up this week and just chat about getting into BBQ competitions. We talked about this subject in our second episode with Jesse Johnson…
The Pitmaster's PodcastGreg Rempe host of The BBQ Central Show
This week we have the godfather of bbq podcasting and radio Greg Rempe of The BBQ Central Show We talk with Greg about the state of BBQ, why competitions are…
The Pitmaster's PodcastJudging with Terryl Miller
Terryl is the World Food Championship Judge Coordinator and Head Judge, an SCA Judge and Rep, a Dutch Oven Cook/Competitor, World Champion Dutch oven cook, and…
The Pitmaster's PodcastCarey Bringle of Peg Leg Porker BBQ
Legendary Pitmaster Carey Bringle of Peg Leg Porker stops by to chat about Tennessee Ribs, how to compete in Memphis in May, bourbon, and Barbecue in general…
The Pitmaster's PodcastJerry Aguilar of Burnin' and Lootin' BBQ
This week we have Jerry Aguilar of Burnin' and Lootin'. Here are some of his many accomplishments: 19x grand champion 14x reserve grand champion 6th place 2019…
The Pitmaster's PodcastJohn Lindsey of All Q'ued Up
John Lindsey is the Pitmaster of All Q'ued Up Competition team. John was the 2018 Steak Cookoff Association Newcomer Of The Year. He finished 4th overall in…
The Pitmaster's PodcastCooking with Cannabis with Chef Matt Stockard
Chef Matt is on the forefront of cannabis cooking. Former bbq restaurant owner and competitor turned Chef. He specializes in CBD And THC infused foods. We chat…
The Pitmaster's PodcastSalt City Barbecue & Smoke Ain't No Joke BBQ
In this episode, we turn the mic on ourselves and get to know our teams. First up, the guys that make up Salt City Barbecue Rusty, Chad, and Jarod have been…