Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast
Two regular guys talking to the biggest names in BBQ. Tips, techniques, recipes. We even cook against some of the best in the business in KCBS and SCA on occasion.
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Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 381: Hall of Famer Steven Raichlen, plus 'Under the Radar' with Alexander from Ms SadieQ
11/11/2026
Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 381: Hall of Famer Steven Raichlen, plus 'Under the Radar' with Alexander from Ms SadieQ
One of the all-time greats joins us on Episode 381 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast. We welcome the great Steven Raichlen. He's an author of 32 books, the latest: Man on Fire: Of Life, Love, Literature and Really Good Barbecue is a memoir charting Steven’s journey from a French literature scholar and kid from Baltimore to a global grilling authority in print and on PBS with a plethora of popular television shows… he’s been to 75 countries on 6 continents, earning 5 James Beard Awards and an induction into the Barbecue Hall of Fame. … The 352-page Man on Fire includes 25 recipes tied to different chapters in Steven’s life. The book is available now at the usual outlets. Also joining us for our “Under the Radar” segment, where we meet aspiring up-and-coming teams, Alexander Ahlschlager of the Kansas City-based team Miss SadieQ. Alexander tells the story of the team’s dive into the deep end of the KCBS waters and reveals who exactly is the inspiration behind the team’s name, SadieQ. Co-hosts Lyndal and Steve discuss their BBQ week and start to get the ball rolling on planning for Thanksgiving Day cooking. Steve is simplifying while Lyndal is going big. Check out the show on the link below or on your favorite #podcast platform. A big thanks to our show sponsors and marketing partners. Please support them: Blues Hog #blueshognation Royal Oak Charcoal #charcoalofchampions The Butcher Shoppe #alwayshandpicked The Grill Guys of Missouri #grillguys417 Clark Crew BBQ #clarkcrewbbq Meat Rushmore BBQ #meatrushmorebbq Lovely Jubbly BBQ #lovelyjubblybbq Mister Brisket #thighlife Have a great rest of your BBQ week and, as always … #SmokeEmIfYouGotEm
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Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 380: Rob Turner of Bigg Smoak BBQ, plus The Grill Guys of Missouri
11/05/2026
Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 380: Rob Turner of Bigg Smoak BBQ, plus The Grill Guys of Missouri
Driving long stretches of lonely highly doesn’t bother Rob Turner, pit master for Canadian competition BBQ team Bigg Smoak out of Manitoba. Good thing as Rob usually has to drive at least 1,000 miles to find a comp with a decent number of teams. He’s taking this week off after spending two weeks in the central part of the United States, first in Branson, Mo., and then last weekend near Kansas City for a doubleheader at Boo-B-Que. Bigg Smoak had a big weekend, winning Grand Championship honors on Day 1 and finishing 5th on Day 2. The results moved Rob into the top 10 of the KCBS Team of the Year race and to the top of the Canadian BBQ Society points list. On Episode 380 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, we learn how Rob went from trucker to pit master, the origin behind his team’s unique name and about how he came to own a BBQ legend’s trailer and smoker. We also catch up with The Grill Guys of Missouri and what they have that can help you successfully smoke that Thanksgiving turkey. And show co-host Lyndal Scranton reviews the Tailgate Guys’ competition team’s weekend at Boo-B-Que, which was quite the opposite of Bigg Smoak’s. Check out the show on the link below or on your favorite #podcast platform. A big thanks to our show sponsors and marketing partners. Please support them: Blues Hog #blueshognation Royal Oak Charcoal #charcoalofchampions The Butcher Shoppe #alwayshandpicked The Grill Guys of Missouri #grillguys417 Clark Crew BBQ #clarkcrewbbq Meat Rushmore BBQ #meatrushmorebbq Lovely Jubbly BBQ #lovelyjubblybbq Mister Brisket #thighlife Have a great rest of your BBQ week and, as always … #SmokeEmIfYouGotEm
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Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 379: Chef Phillip Dell
10/28/2026
Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 379: Chef Phillip Dell
Phillip Dell wanted to be a chef since the age of 4 and grew up helping his grandfather and uncle cook whole hogs. He’s gone on to blend those passions together with culinary training, cooking at some world-class restaurants and winning his episode (Season 15, Episode 9) of Food Network’s “Chopped,” among several television competitions. On Episode 379 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, we visit with Phillip about his cooking journey, which now includes winning on several competition circuits including MBN, SCA and KCBS and development of his new Sweet Addiction sauce. The story behind the story of Dell’s journey makes it worth telling as he joins the show for the first time. Meanwhile, co-host Lyndal Scranton reviews the Tailgate Guys competition team’s failure at a KCBS comp in Branson, Missouri last weekend and previews a quick turnaround to a big doubleheader at Boo-B-Que this weekend. Co-host Steve Koehler checks in with how his seafood quest turned out and previews a Halloween tradition at his house. They also talk Kansas City Chiefs and baseball’s World Series. Check out the show on the link below or on your favorite #podcast platform. A big thanks to our show sponsors and marketing partners. Please support them: Blues Hog #blueshognation Royal Oak Charcoal #charcoalofchampions The Butcher Shoppe #alwayshandpicked The Grill Guys of Missouri #grillguys417 Clark Crew BBQ #clarkcrewbbq Meat Rushmore BBQ #meatrushmorebbq Lovely Jubbly BBQ #lovelyjubblybbq Mister Brisket #thighlife Have a great rest of your BBQ week and, as always … #SmokeEmIfYouGotEm
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Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 378: Janice Smella of SmellaQue on winning 'The Jack' & more
10/21/2026
Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 378: Janice Smella of SmellaQue on winning 'The Jack' & more
Janice Smella and family celebrated their Grand Championship at the 37th annual Jack Daniels World BBQ Championship by spending the following weekend in Ottumwa, Iowa, checking off another box on their KCBS reps in training schedule. It was a unique feeling, indeed, as the high of winning The Jack had hardly begun to fade. On Episode 378 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast we have a fun conversation with Janice about what winning one of the BBQ’s “majors” - and being the first Canadian team to do so - means. The story of Smellaque is one of perseverance and love of cooking for Janice and husband Russell, who don’t cook as often as many world-class teams but have enjoyed tremendous success - especially over the last two seasons. And now, just as she’s won The Jack, Janice plans to cut back her competition and help bring more comps to her native Canada. Meanwhile, co-hosts Lyndal Scranton and Steve Koehler review their latest weekend cooking adventures and preview what’s coming up. For Steve, that means seafood on the grill and for Lyndal it’s a busy competition stretch. Check out the show on the link below or on your favorite #podcast platform. A big thanks to our show sponsors and marketing partners. Please support them: Blues Hog #blueshognation Royal Oak Charcoal #charcoalofchampions The Butcher Shoppe #alwayshandpicked The Grill Guys of Missouri #grillguys417 Clark Crew BBQ #clarkcrewbbq Meat Rushmore BBQ #meatrushmorebbq Lovely Jubbly BBQ #lovelyjubblybbq Mister Brisket #thighlife Have a great rest of your BBQ week and, as always … #SmokeEmIfYouGotEm
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Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 377: Brian Kennish, B's Que Crew
10/14/2026
Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 377: Brian Kennish, B's Que Crew
What a ride it’s been for Brian Kennish and the family team B’s Que Crew based in Richmond, Virginia. On Episode 377 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Brian recaps back-to-back trips that found B’s Que celebrate the American Royal World Series of BBQ Invitational Grand Championship and then Reserve Grand Championship honors at The Jack Daniels World BBQ Invitational. Along with recounting the thrills from two of the world’s biggest competitions, Chris talks about the KCBS Team of the Year race and how B’s Que has become one of the world’s elite teams over the last year. Meanwhile, co-hosts Lyndal Scranton and Steve Koehler review their latest weekend cooking adventures and preview what’s coming up on the grill - and in the sports world where the MLB playoffs are heating up. Check out the show on the link below or on your favorite #podcast platform. A big thanks to our show sponsors and marketing partners. Please support them: Blues Hog #blueshognation Royal Oak Charcoal #charcoalofchampions The Butcher Shoppe #alwayshandpicked The Grill Guys of Missouri #grillguys417 Clark Crew BBQ #clarkcrewbbq Meat Rushmore BBQ #meatrushmorebbq Lovely Jubbly BBQ #lovelyjubblybbq Mister Brisket #thighlife Have a great rest of your BBQ week and, as always … #SmokeEmIfYouGotEm
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Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 376: American Royal Open Champion Charles Winslow-Bey
10/08/2026
Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 376: American Royal Open Champion Charles Winslow-Bey
There might not be more of a Rocky Balboa story in the history of competition BBQ than Charles Winslow-Bey. From adversity with vehicles six months ago that left his season in doubt to winning the world’s largest BBQ contest last weekend, the 46th annual American Royal World Series of BBQ Open, Charles and his wife April are an inspiration to all who dare to dream big. On Episode 376 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, the story of Smokey Bey’s BBQ is one of the best we’ve told in seven seasons of doing the podcast. We hope you will check it out. We also take our monthly trip to The Grill Guys of Missouri for the latest from the Republic, Mo., store where you can find just about anything under the sun to make your open-fire cooking game better. Co-owners Charlie Wallace and Skyler Spartan preview what’s ahead this month, including a holiday meats class sure to help you impress on the big holidays. Meanwhile, co-host Lyndal Scranton reviews his trip to the American Royal in a judging capacity and Steve Koehler continues to capitalize on the beautiful fall weather to cook on his deck. Find out what’s coming next. Check out the show on the link below or on your favorite #podcast platform. A big thanks to our show sponsors and marketing partners. Please support them: Blues Hog #blueshognation Royal Oak Charcoal #charcoalofchampions The Butcher Shoppe #alwayshandpicked The Grill Guys of Missouri #grillguys417 Clark Crew BBQ #clarkcrewbbq Meat Rushmore BBQ #meatrushmorebbq Lovely Jubbly BBQ #lovelyjubblybbq Mister Brisket #thighlife Have a great rest of your BBQ week and, as always … #SmokeEmIfYouGotEm
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Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 375: 'Under the Radar' with Sasquatch Smoke N Que
09/30/2026
Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 375: 'Under the Radar' with Sasquatch Smoke N Que
Episode 375 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast is focused of the 46th annual American Royal World Series of BBQ, where we’re headed later this week to judge after five years of on the competition side. We visit with not only a first-time American Royal team, but a foursome that has barely cooked competition at all. That’s Sasquatch Smoke N Que out of Kansas City, a group of military veterans who met while playing hockey for disabled vets and have taken that friendship to BBQ. Johnny Neal and Jeff Schmidt of Sasquatch Smoke N Que discuss how the camaraderie and friendships are a bigger piece of the puzzle than the scoresheets at this point and what cooking at The Royal means to them. We also have an encore segment with Kayci Vincent, manager of the American Royal BBQ about the move to a new venue on the American Royal Association campus and what teams and a limited (for this year) spectator base can expect. Co-hosts Lyndal and Steve talk about their cooking adventures to open the show - including Steve's seafood selections - and wrap things up with a quick tour of the sports world, focusing on the St. Louis Cardinals and Kansas City Chiefs. Check out the show on the link below or on your favorite #podcast platform. A big thanks to our show sponsors and marketing partners. Please support them: Blues Hog #blueshognation Royal Oak Charcoal #charcoalofchampions The Butcher Shoppe #alwayshandpicked The Grill Guys of Missouri #grillguys417 Clark Crew BBQ #clarkcrewbbq Meat Rushmore BBQ #meatrushmorebbq Lovely Jubbly BBQ #lovelyjubblybbq Mister Brisket #thighlife Have a great rest of your BBQ week and, as always … #SmokeEmIfYouGotEm
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Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 374: Kelly Wertz; Kevin Heese; Shawn Campbell
09/23/2026
Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 374: Kelly Wertz; Kevin Heese; Shawn Campbell
Kelly Wertz is one of the legends of competition BBQ, winning more than 40 KCBS Grand Championships during a 20-year career - including the American Royal World Series of BBQ and the Jack Daniel World BBQ Invitational. On Episode 374 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, we catch up with Kelly about why he chose to call it a career. He’s staying plenty busy, with steady catering gigs and a growing 4 Legs Up product line of spice rubs and injections. Kelly has some good info to share and we appreciate his time. As the 46th American Royal approaches, we also visit with Kevin Heese of Weekend Bum BBQ. Kevin is an international ambassador for the visiting teams and he tells us what that involves along with his expectations for the new site at the American Royal complex. We always like to chat with a first-time Royal team and Shawn Campbell of High on the Hog BBQ fills that bill this year, discussing his preparation for the world largest competition. High on the Hog hasn’t been competing for long, but the team has quickly become used to finishing at or near the top and might be a team to watch at the 370-team Royal. Check out the show on the link below or on your favorite #podcast platform. A big thanks to our show sponsors and marketing partners. Please support them: Blues Hog #blueshognation Royal Oak Charcoal #charcoalofchampions The Butcher Shoppe #alwayshandpicked The Grill Guys of Missouri #grillguys417 Clark Crew BBQ #clarkcrewbbq Meat Rushmore BBQ #meatrushmorebbq Lovely Jubbly BBQ #lovelyjubblybbq Mister Brisket #thighlife Have a great rest of your BBQ week and, as always … #SmokeEmIfYouGotEm
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Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 373: American Royal info and Joel Fleetwood of Meat Rushmore BBQ
09/16/2026
Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 373: American Royal info and Joel Fleetwood of Meat Rushmore BBQ
Episode 373 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast is a preview of the 46th American Royal World Series of BBQ. It’s a new venue after a decade at Kansas Speedway and Kayci Vincent, BBQ Manager of the American Royal, tells us that while it’s a scaled-down version as construction continues on the new site, teams will probably think it’s more like a regular BBQ event. Spectator access will be limited to Friday-night parties with none of the usual events on Saturday such as bands and public wandering the grounds to take in the sights and sounds. Joel Fleetwood of Meat Rushmore BBQ also joins us to talk American Royal with his thoughts on the new location and what he’s looking for. Meat Rushmore’s time in the BBQ Experience restaurant at Kansas City International Airport is coming to a close in early 2027. Joel reviews the experience, looks ahead to future catering operations and discusses to-go food orders now can be taken on outgoing flights, either ready-to-eat on the plane or vacuum-sealed for later. Co-hosts Lyndal and Steve their cooking weeks, including the Tailgate Guys BBQ team’s competition return last weekend at Meat Inferno in Edgerton, Kansas. A big thanks to our show sponsors and marketing partners. Please support them: Blues Hog #blueshognation Royal Oak Charcoal #charcoalofchampions The Butcher Shoppe #alwayshandpicked The Grill Guys of Missouri #grillguys417 Clark Crew BBQ #clarkcrewbbq Meat Rushmore BBQ #meatrushmorebbq Lovely Jubbly BBQ #lovelyjubblybbq Mister Brisket #thighlife Have a great rest of your BBQ week and, as always … #SmokeEmIfYouGotEm
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Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 372: Under the Radar with Team Cookie BBQ plus Richard Fergola
09/09/2026
Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 372: Under the Radar with Team Cookie BBQ plus Richard Fergola
We enjoy talking to the biggest names in BBQ - and also shine some light on the up-and-comers. This week we go “Under the Radar” on Episode 372 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast to visit with a fast learner from Ohio, Chris Reed of Team Cookie BBQ. Along with having a unique team name, Chris knows his stuff on the smoker. In just 16 career KCBS Masters Series attempts, he’s had seven overall top 10s, including his first Grand Championship last month at the Saxonburg BBQ Smokeout in Saxonburg, Pennsylvania. Chris fills us in on how it’s come together so quickly. Richard Fergola also joins us for his quarterly visit about the latest happenings with Fergolicious BBQ and Richard Fergola BBQ line of products. “Fergie” has enjoyed a busy summer of spreading the good word of Q across the land with four new products now available. Now he’s getting ready for the American Royal World Series of BBQ at the new American Royal complex and we get his thoughts on that. Ever had a raccoon scrounging around your smoker or grill? Co-host Steve Koehler has and he warns everyone to clean and cover your cooking equipment. Meanwhile, co-host Lyndal Scranton previews the competition side of the team’s preparation for this weekend’s Smoke Inferno in Edgerton, Kansas. A big thanks to our show sponsors and marketing partners. Please support them: Blues Hog #blueshognation Royal Oak Charcoal #charcoalofchampions The Butcher Shoppe #alwayshandpicked The Grill Guys of Missouri #grillguys417 Clark Crew BBQ #clarkcrewbbq Meat Rushmore BBQ #meatrushmorebbq Lovely Jubbly BBQ #lovelyjubblybbq Mister Brisket #thighlife Have a great rest of your BBQ week and, as always … #SmokeEmIfYouGotEm
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Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 371: Charles Winslow-Bey; Grill Guys of Missouri
09/03/2026
Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 371: Charles Winslow-Bey; Grill Guys of Missouri
On Episode 371 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, hear the story of Charles Winslow-Bey and Smokey Bey’s Barbecue. It’s been a rocket ride for a team that was introduced to competition cooking just 3 1/2 years ago, going from a free class offered by Josh and Ashton of OG Bandits to multiple 700s and top-10 KCBS finishes in a short time. The biggest of all came a couple of weeks ago when Smokey Bey’s earned Grand Championship honors at the Made for KC BBQ Championship, earning $10,000 and naming rights in the BBQ Experience restaurant inside Terminal B of Kansas City International Airport. Charles talks about how it’s happened and what’s ahead for he and wife April. We also check in with Charlie Wallace and Skylar Spartan, the Grill Guys of Missouri, as they review a big 5th anniversary celebration. Meanwhile, co-hosts Lyndal and Steve talk about their cooking weeks and what’s next on the smoker while also touching on the latest from the sports world. A big thanks to our show sponsors and marketing partners. Please support them: Blues Hog #blueshognation Royal Oak Charcoal #charcoalofchampions The Butcher Shoppe #alwayshandpicked The Grill Guys of Missouri #grillguys417 Clark Crew BBQ #clarkcrewbbq Meat Rushmore BBQ #meatrushmorebbq Lovely Jubbly BBQ #lovelyjubblybbq Mister Brisket #thighlife Have a great rest of your BBQ week and, as always … #SmokeEmIfYouGotEm
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Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 370: RCOA founders Dirk Mullins and Jody Harris; Aaron Huentelman
08/27/2026
Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 370: RCOA founders Dirk Mullins and Jody Harris; Aaron Huentelman
Dirk Mullins and Jody Harris had been involved in competition cooking in various organizations for more than 20 years, walking the stage at The American Royal World Series of BBQ and Memphis in May among other big events. But looking to fill a void in December of 2023, they announced plans to launch the Rib Cookoff Association via social media. Just a couple of hours later, Dirk had received so many calls he had to turn his phone off. On Episode 370 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Dirk and Jody take the story from there to now, as the RCOA continues to make its mark among cooks of all skill levels. We also check in with Aaron Huentelman from show partner Mister Brisket about some exciting news from the 52-year meat source in Ohio. Aaron previews a busy fall, with Mister Brisket ready to deliver competition boxes to competitors at both the American Royal and Jack Daniels World BBQ Invitational. Meanwhile, co-hosts Lyndal and Steve talk about their cooking weeks and what’s next on the smoker while also touching on the latest from the sports world. A big thanks to our show sponsors and marketing partners. Please support them: Blues Hog #blueshognation Royal Oak Charcoal #charcoalofchampions The Butcher Shoppe #alwayshandpicked The Grill Guys of Missouri #grillguys417 Clark Crew BBQ #clarkcrewbbq Meat Rushmore BBQ #meatrushmorebbq Lovely Jubbly BBQ #lovelyjubblybbq Mister Brisket #thighlife Have a great rest of your BBQ week and, as always … #SmokeEmIfYouGotEm
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Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 369: Tina Cannon; Jordan Kirkpatrick
08/19/2026
Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 369: Tina Cannon; Jordan Kirkpatrick
Tina Cannon is one of the most-respected names in open-fire cooking, with numerous competition awards to her credit along with an array of television shows on various outlets. The classically trained chef joins us on Episode 369 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast to discuss her career, a website full of helpful cooking info and a preview of her appearance at The Grill Guys of Missouri on Aug. 29. Tina’s first appearance on how our show is a fun conversation that we hope you enjoy. Our second guest this week has been on the show multiple times and always brings the heat - just as his Janky Leg BBQ team cranks it up when the summer temps rise. Jordan Kirkpatrick takes us inside the 2026 season, which finds Janky Leg back atop the Team of the Year standings after two Grand Championships in two weeks. Ever wonder about the mental part of competition BBQ? It’s real and Jordan breaks it down. Meanwhile, co-hosts Lyndal and Steve talk about their cooking weeks and what’s next on the smoker while also touching on the latest from the sports world. A big thanks to our show sponsors and marketing partners. Please support them: Blues Hog #blueshognation Royal Oak Charcoal #charcoalofchampions The Butcher Shoppe #alwayshandpicked The Grill Guys of Missouri #grillguys417 Clark Crew BBQ #clarkcrewbbq Meat Rushmore BBQ #meatrushmorebbq Lovely Jubbly BBQ #lovelyjubblybbq Mister Brisket #thighlife Have a great rest of your BBQ week and, as always … #SmokeEmIfYouGotEm
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Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 368: Talking steaks and other things with Dan Wright, John Lindsey
08/12/2026
Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 368: Talking steaks and other things with Dan Wright, John Lindsey
We dive into the world of steak cooking on Episode 368 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast with a couple of big winner at last weekend’s Hornersville Watermelon Festival in southeast Missouri. First up is Dan Wright of Take it Easy BBQ from St. Louis. While he’s won big in KCBS and the Rib Cookoff Association, Dan came up big in SCA entry by earning a rare triple golden ticket (steak, ribs and beans) into next spring’s SCA Worlds in Pensacola, Fla. John Lindsey is one of the top SCA cooks in the organization’s history, with dozens of grand championships and his outstanding All-Qued Up product line of rubs and sauces. Admittedly burned out from years on the circuit, John hadn’t cooked an SCA comp in more than three years, but clearly hasn’t lost his touch by winning the combined (three steaks) score in Hornersville. John also gives his thoughts on the bring-your-own-steak option from that contest and how it could be the future of SCA. Meanwhile, co-hosts Lyndal and Steve talk about cooking in the heat over the last week and preview the week ahead in BBQ and sports. A big thanks to our show sponsors and marketing partners. Please support them: Blues Hog #blueshognation Royal Oak Charcoal #charcoalofchampions The Butcher Shoppe #alwayshandpicked The Grill Guys of Missouri #grillguys417 Clark Crew BBQ #clarkcrewbbq Meat Rushmore BBQ #meatrushmorebbq Lovely Jubbly BBQ #lovelyjubblybbq Mister Brisket #thighlife Have a great rest of your BBQ week and, as always … #SmokeEmIfYouGotEm
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Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 367: B's Que Crew; Grill Guys of Missouri
08/05/2026
Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 367: B's Que Crew; Grill Guys of Missouri
The current KCBS Team of the Year leader is not as well known as those giving close chase. On Episode 367 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Brian Kennish of B’s Que Crew from Richmond, Va., via Philadelphia, tells us about his family team’s long-time love of cooking and competition and why it’s picked up the pace the last couple of years to become a national contender. We also take a trip to Republic, Mo., for our August check-in with Charlie Wallace and Skyler Spartan of The Grill Guys of Missouri. Lots of great specials can be found as The Grill Guys marches toward its 5-year- anniversary on Aug. 29 when renowned open-fire cook Tina Cannon will be on hand for a class on The Big Green Egg. Meanwhile, co-hosts Lyndal and Steve talk about their cooking adventures in the last week and preview the week ahead in BBQ and sports. Football is coming closer each week, like the proverbial light at the end of the tunnel. A big thanks to our show sponsors and marketing partners. Please support them: Blues Hog #blueshognation Royal Oak Charcoal #charcoalofchampions The Butcher Shoppe #alwayshandpicked The Grill Guys of Missouri #grillguys417 Clark Crew BBQ #clarkcrewbbq Meat Rushmore BBQ #meatrushmorebbq Lovely Jubbly BBQ #lovelyjubblybbq Mister Brisket #thighlife Have a great rest of your BBQ week and, as always … #SmokeEmIfYouGotEm
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Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 366: Bill Purvis; Joel Fleetwood
07/29/2026
Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 366: Bill Purvis; Joel Fleetwood
One of our favorite BBQ people returns to the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast to make Episode 366 a dandy. It’s Bill Purvis from Chicken Fried BBQ out of Magnolia, Texas. Bill highlights his exciting weekend in Rhode Island where he pulled off BBQ’s version of a buzzer-beater by winning the Grand Championship along with Rhode Island’s auto bid into the Jack Daniel World BBQ Invitational. Along with becoming a competition force, Chicken Fried also has become one of the powerhouse lineup of products on the market and we discuss how to use some of those products and when does one know it’s the right time to change recipes or stay the course. We also check in with our resident Kansas City guru of all things soccer and BBQ for a World Cup review. Joel Fleetwood and his entire Meat Rushmore BBQ was hopping for nearly six weeks feeding many foreign visitors to Kansas City while soaking in as much of the soccer fun as they had time for. We also discuss Meat Rushmore’s Pork Wrap, a big key in our recent first-place and eighth-place Ribs at Smokin’ on the Osage. Meanwhile, co-hosts Lyndal and Steve talk about their cooking adventures in the last week and preview what’s ahead - notably football training camps are opening which is a sign of autumn. A big thanks to our show sponsors and marketing partners. Please support them: Blues Hog #blueshognation Royal Oak Charcoal #charcoalofchampions The Butcher Shoppe #alwayshandpicked The Grill Guys of Missouri #grillguys417 Clark Crew BBQ #clarkcrewbbq Meat Rushmore BBQ #meatrushmorebbq Lovely Jubbly BBQ #lovelyjubblybbq Mister Brisket #thighlife Have a great rest of your BBQ week and, as always … #SmokeEmIfYouGotEm
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Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 365: Rowdy Pig BBQ; Smokey D's Wannabees
07/23/2026
Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 365: Rowdy Pig BBQ; Smokey D's Wannabees
On Episode 365 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, we visit with two of last weekend’s big winners on the competition circuit. First up is Brad Bess of Rowdy Pig BBQ, who enjoyed a spectacular doubleheader at Smokin’ on the Osage in Osceola, Missouri. He scored 707.3944 both days - a remarkable feat that earned him Grand Championship honors on Day 1 and RGC on Day 2 to Bad Dog BBQ. Brad, from Bonne Terre, Mo., tells us a bit about his start in competition cooking and who’s helped him along the way. Then we head to central Iowa to learn more about Jeff Wilkerson, postmaster of Smokey D’s Wannabees, grand champion at the Shenandoah Shen-Dig in Shenandoah, Iowa. As you might have guessed by the team name, the Wannabees is a tribute to the Hall of Famer Darren Warth of Iowa Smokey D’s BBQ. Meanwhile, the co-hosts break down their week, including the first competition since April. It was a productive weekend and a good time at Smokin’ on the Osage where Tailgate Guys BBQ walked away with plaques for 8th-place ribs on Day 1 and a thrilling 1st-place ribs call on Day 2. A big thanks to our show sponsors and marketing partners. Please support them: Blues Hog #blueshognation Royal Oak Charcoal #charcoalofchampions The Butcher Shoppe #alwayshandpicked The Grill Guys of Missouri #grillguys417 Clark Crew BBQ #clarkcrewbbq Meat Rushmore BBQ #meatrushmorebbq Lovely Jubbly BBQ #lovelyjubblybbq Mister Brisket #thighlife Have a great rest of your BBQ week and, as always … #SmokeEmIfYouGotEm
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Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 364: Sanj Kirubakaran; new Butcher Shoppe owners
07/15/2026
Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 364: Sanj Kirubakaran; new Butcher Shoppe owners
We’ve seen countless top-notch competition BBQ teams leave the sport over the last several years, but on Episode 364 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast we tell you about one who’s coming back after an extended break. Sanj Kirubakaran of Thump and Strum BBQ blazed to four Grand Championships and five RGCs from 2013-19 and, after feeling burned out, Sanj took time away. Now he is back with a renewed enthusiasm. We get the details from Sanj with his thoughts on the state of today’s comp world. We also welcome the new owners of long-time show supporter The Butcher Shoppe in Pensacola, Stelio and Cristen Peterson. We talk to them about their culinary background, including a Greek catering business, and how they view the competition world fitting into The Butcher Shoppe. Good news - the great A9s are not going anywhere. Meanwhile, co-hosts Lyndal and Steve review their cooking adventures and discuss a few sports topics. A big thanks to our show sponsors and marketing partners. Please support them: Blues Hog #blueshognation Royal Oak Charcoal #charcoalofchampions The Butcher Shoppe #alwayshandpicked The Grill Guys of Missouri #grillguys417 Clark Crew BBQ #clarkcrewbbq Meat Rushmore BBQ #meatrushmorebbq Lovely Jubbly BBQ #lovelyjubblybbq Mister Brisket #thighlife Have a great week! #SmokeEmIfYouGotEm
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Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 363: Big Juicy BBQ; Steven Raichlen encore
07/08/2026
Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 363: Big Juicy BBQ; Steven Raichlen encore
Episode 363 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ podcast takes us to Las Vegas where we go “Under the Radar” with the up-and-coming competition team Big Juicy BBQ. Thomas and Michelle Bolling have found a passion for open-fire cooking and, less than two years after their first contest, they’ve been hitting their marks and taking consistent top-10 walks. With a scheduling conflict leaving an open segment, we have an encore presentation of one of our top guests of 2025. Steven Raichlen, a BBQ Hall of Famer who’s a renowned award-winning author and television host, was one Episode 303 as his new book “Project Griddle” was making its debut. Meanwhile, co-hosts Lyndal and Steve review their July 4th weekend cooking adventures and discuss a few sports topics as we head into mid-summer. A big thanks to our show sponsors and marketing partners. Please support them: Blues Hog #blueshognation Royal Oak Charcoal #charcoalofchampions The Butcher Shoppe #alwayshandpicked The Grill Guys of Missouri #grillguys417 Clark Crew BBQ #clarkcrewbbq Meat Rushmore BBQ #meatrushmorebbq Lovely Jubbly BBQ #lovelyjubblybbq Mister Brisket #thighlife Have a great week! #SmokeEmIfYouGotEm
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Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 362: Bald Beauties BBQ; Grill Guys of Missouri
07/01/2026
Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 362: Bald Beauties BBQ; Grill Guys of Missouri
We’re always looking for up-and-coming BBQ teams and this week on our “Under the Radar” segment we go to Kansas City. Episode 362 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast tells the story of Bald Beauties BBQ. Teammates Michael Bridges and Brian Studdard are making big strides on the circuit while also representing one of Kansas City’s oldest BBQ restaurants, Sneads. Bridges does the comp cooking while also helping with some flavor profiles for Sneads, where long-time restaurant owner Studdard leads the way. It’s also ticket for our monthly check-in with the Grill Guys of Missouri, who have plenty of hot deals for backyard grillers to check out at their Republic, Mo., location. Co-hosts Lyndal and Steve preview what’s ahead on their cooking schedule on the 4th of July weekend while also discussing some sports headlines. A big thanks to our show sponsors and marketing partners. Please support them: Blues Hog #blueshognation Royal Oak Charcoal #charcoalofchampions The Butcher Shoppe #alwayshandpicked The Grill Guys of Missouri #grillguys417 Clark Crew BBQ #clarkcrewbbq Meat Rushmore BBQ #meatrushmorebbq Lovely Jubbly BBQ #lovelyjubblybbq Mister Brisket #thighlife Have a great 4th of July weekend! #SmokeEmIfYouGotEm
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Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 361: Talking contests with Carl McBee
06/24/2026
Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 361: Talking contests with Carl McBee
There’s no question that team participation in BBQ competitions has been trending downward in recent years. There are no magical solutions as various factor come into play, with economics probably No. 1. On Episode 361 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, we take a stab at examining - from a contest organizer’s point of view - what makes for a good comp, a not-so-good comp and all points in between with long-time organizer Carl McBee. We hope our listeners will add to the conversation in the comments section, though transparent and frequent communication along with bang-for-your-buck prize funds certainly seem to be at the top of everyone’s lists. Co-hosts Lyndal and Steve review their Father’s Day cooking results and preview what’s ahead as the weather heats up in the short stretch run up to the 4th of July weekend. A big thanks to our show sponsors and marketing partners. Please support them: Blues Hog #blueshognation Royal Oak Charcoal #charcoalofchampions The Butcher Shoppe #alwayshandpicked The Grill Guys of Missouri #grillguys417 Clark Crew BBQ #clarkcrewbbq Meat Rushmore BBQ #meatrushmorebbq Lovely Jubbly BBQ #lovelyjubblybbq Mister Brisket #thighlife Have a great week! #SmokeEmIfYouGotEm
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Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 360: John Lindsey; Richard Fergola
06/17/2026
Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 360: John Lindsey; Richard Fergola
Episode 360 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast takes us to northeast Arkansas for a visit with one of the USA’s most-respected, across-the-board pit masters. John Lindsey spent time on the KCBS circuit as All Q’ued Up BBQ before becoming a champion on the Steak Cookout Association for several years. He’s opened a catering business in recent years that has been a hit and now is venturing more into content creation on Facebook, Youtube and Instagram as John Lindsey Delta Pitmaster with his twist on southern cooking. It’s great to catch up with John, who has some interesting thoughts on his days in competition cooking along with the SCA, where there seems to be a groundswell for bring-your-own ribeyes - something he was an advocate of years ago. Recurring guest Richard Fergola also checks in with the latest happenings from his BBQ travels as Fergolicious BBQ and the Richard Fergola BBQ line of rubs and sauces. Fergie has a busy summer ahead and you never know where he might pop up, teaching a class or competing. Co-hosts Lyndal and Steve discuss their latest cooking adventures and preview Father’s Day weekend on the grill and in the sports world. Thanks as always to our sponsors/marketing partners: Blues Hog #blueshognation Royal Oak Charcoal #charcoalofchampions The Butcher Shoppe #alwayshandpicked The Grill Guys of Missouri #grillguys417 Clark Crew BBQ #clarkcrewbbq Meat Rushmore BBQ #MeatRushmoreBBQ LovelyJubblyBBQ #LovelyJubblyBBQ Mister Brisket #thighlife Have a great week! #SmokeEmIfYouGotEm
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Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 359: Mat Bonville, Joel Fleetwood
06/10/2026
Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 359: Mat Bonville, Joel Fleetwood
Mat Bonville hasn’t been doing competition BBQ for long, but the pitmaster of Phantom Smoke & BBQ from Kipling, Saskatchewan had a memorable cook at one of the world’s foremost contests a couple of weeks ago. Bonville scored a whopping 707.97 at the KCBS World Invitational in Lebanon, Tennessee - roughly a 24-drive from home - to earn Reserve Grand honors and qualify for next spring’s BBQ World Cup. On Episode 359 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Bonville tells us about his journey, what it was like hearing his name alongside some of the world’s best and what’s ahead for his one-man team. We also welcome Joel Fleetwood back to the show to discuss Meat Rushmore BBQ’s latest release in its product lineup, the Midwest Heat Sauce. Joel also shares his thoughts on the World Cup, which is coming to Kansas City for Group matches beginning next week, and the enthusiasm that international visitors are bringing to mid-America. Co-host Lyndal and Steve recap their BBQ weekend and give opinions on some sports headlines. We hope everyone has a chance to fire up the grill or smoker this weekend! A big thanks to our show sponsors and marketing partners. Please support them: Blues Hog #blueshognation Royal Oak Charcoal #charcoalofchampions The Butcher Shoppe #alwayshandpicked The Grill Guys of Missouri #grillguys417 Clark Crew BBQ #clarkcrewbbq Meat Rushmore BBQ #meatrushmorebbq Lovely Jubbly BBQ #lovelyjubblybbq Mister Brisket #thighlife Have a great week! #SmokeEmIfYouGotEm
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Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 358: Rough Cut Q and Grill Guys of Missouri
06/03/2026
Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 358: Rough Cut Q and Grill Guys of Missouri
Living six hours apart as competition teammates can be a challenge. But brothers Joe and Jeff Rouse have been able to overcome the geographic challenge to become one of the nation’s top KCBS Backyard teams in recent years and, this year, are making waves in the four-meat Masters series as well. On Episode 358 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast we go “Under the Radar” to find out more about Joe (from New Jersey) and Jeff (Massachusetts) and how they’re consistently bringing home trophies as Rough Cut Q - including a recent Reserve Grand Championship to a KCBS Hall of Famer. It’s also time to get the latest news from The Grill Guys of Missouri, who have a big June planned at the BBQ store in Republic, Mo., from big grill discounts to a BBQ class from two of the nation’s best (Richard Fergola and Sterling Smith). The co-hoists review their cooking weeks and go through “news and notes” from the BBQ world in the opening segment, with sports segment to close things out. A big thanks to our show sponsors and marketing partners. Please support them: Blues Hog #blueshognation Royal Oak Charcoal #charcoalofchampions The Butcher Shoppe #alwayshandpicked The Grill Guys of Missouri #grillguys417 Clark Crew BBQ #clarkcrewbbq Meat Rushmore BBQ #meatrushmorebbq Lovely Jubbly BBQ #lovelyjubblybbq Mister Brisket #thighlife Have a great week! #SmokeEmIfYouGotEm
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Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 357: Chuck Simpson, HS BBQ coach; BBQ Pit Bros 'Under the Radar'
05/27/2026
Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 357: Chuck Simpson, HS BBQ coach; BBQ Pit Bros 'Under the Radar'
Episode 357 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast brings back our popular “Under the Radar” segment where we find out more about up-and-coming competition teams. Jordan Williams and Richard Smith comprise BBQ Pit Bros out of Des Moines, Iowa. They began cooking KCBS backyard comps in 2021 and, after multiple Grand Championships and Reserves, the team has taken the plunge into the KCBS 4-Meat Masters Series in 2026. Jordan and Richard talk about the journey and how their contrasting personalities keep the team in balance. We also talk about the growing popularity of high school BBQ with Chuck Simpson, head coach of the Missouri champion Osceola High School “Serial Grillers,” an all-girl team comprised of three freshmen and a senior. Chuck and wife Jessica also organized the mid-July KCBS Masters and Backyard doubleheader “Smokin’ on the Osage” in their hometown. This will be the 8th annual and Chuck is pleading with teams to avoid waiting until the last minute to enter, so he and Jessica can plan with less stress. The entry form and info can be found at smokinontheosage.com. The co-hoists review their Memorial Day cooking plans and go through “news and notes” from the BBQ world in the opening segment, with a quick look at sports to close things out. A big thanks to our show sponsors and marketing partners. Please support them: Blues Hog #blueshognation Royal Oak Charcoal #charcoalofchampions The Butcher Shoppe #alwayshandpicked The Grill Guys of Missouri #grillguys417 Clark Crew BBQ #clarkcrewbbq Meat Rushmore BBQ #meatrushmorebbq Lovely Jubbly BBQ #lovelyjubblybbq Mister Brisket #thighlife Have a great week! #SmokeEmIfYouGotEm
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Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 356: Heath Riles, Kevin Green
05/21/2026
Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 356: Heath Riles, Kevin Green
A few days after making history at one of the world’s biggest BBQ competitions, Heath Riles joins us on Episode 356 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast to discuss his repeat Grand Championship at Memphis in May. It was the first time in 42 years that anyone has repeated their World Championship at Memphis in May and Heath breaks down what the accomplishment means to him and his Heath Riles BBQ brand and describes the work ethic that went into preparing for his favorite competition. We also welcome back our friend Kevin Green of The Butcher Shoppe in Pensacola, supplier of A9 wagyu briskets to some of the nation’s best BBQ teams. It came as a surprise earlier this week when Kevin announced that he had sold The Butcher Shoppe to a local couple after 19 years of building his business into a local and national powerhouse. Kevin said the shipping business will continue to those loyal customers who prefer A9s for competition. On a personal note, a big “thank you” to Kevin for supporting our show for the last six years. We hope to continue the great relationship with the new owners of The Butcher Shoppe and wish Kevin much happiness in retirement or whatever adventure await. A big thanks to our show sponsors and marketing partners. Please support them: Blues Hog #blueshognation Royal Oak Charcoal #charcoalofchampions The Butcher Shoppe #alwayshandpicked The Grill Guys of Missouri #grillguys417 Clark Crew BBQ #clarkcrewbbq Meat Rushmore BBQ #meatrushmorebbq Lovely Jubbly BBQ #lovelyjubblybbq Mister Brisket #thighlife Have a great week! #SmokeEmIfYouGotEm
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Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 355: Nick & Shannon Holman of Burnt Trees BBQ; Grill Guys of Missouri
05/13/2026
Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 355: Nick & Shannon Holman of Burnt Trees BBQ; Grill Guys of Missouri
North Dakota is not the warmest open-fire cooking climate in the country, but Nick and Shannon Holman are doing their best to put the Minot, N.D. team Burnt Trees BBQ on the competition map. The husband-wife duo last week came away from the 77-team Minnesota in May with a Grand Championship, their fourth in 50 career KCBS competitions. Consistency is a key for the couple, who have turned countless highway miles on the BBQ trail into quality time. The Holmans talk about they’ve been able to achieve success on Episode 355 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ podcast, also telling the story behind their converted horse trailer that serves as a weatherproof BBQ wagon. We also take a trip to Republic, Mo., to visit with Skyler Spartan and Charlie Wallace about what’s coming up at The Grill Guys of Missouri, a go-to spot for all things BBQ. Co-hosts Lyndal and Steve review their cooking weeks and preview what’s ahead on their smokers this weekend. Check out the show on your favorite #podcast platform or on our Facebook page. Also find all 355 episodes at tailgateguysbbq.com A big thanks to our show sponsors and marketing partners. Please support them: Blues Hog #blueshognation Royal Oak Charcoal #charcoalofchampions The Butcher Shoppe #alwayshandpicked The Grill Guys of Missouri #grillguys417 Clark Crew BBQ #clarkcrewbbq Meat Rushmore BBQ #meatrushmorebbq Lovely Jubbly BBQ #lovelyjubblybbq Mister Brisket #thighlife Have a great week! #SmokeEmIfYouGotEm
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Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 354: Tim Scheer of Blues Hog; Ryan Eftink from Smokin' Brothers
05/06/2026
Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 354: Tim Scheer of Blues Hog; Ryan Eftink from Smokin' Brothers
Memphis in May is just one week away and on Episode 354 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, we talk it over with one of the top contenders to take home the big trophy. Tim Scheer, whose Blues Hog team captured Whole Hog and overall Grand Championship honors in 2022, gives us a preview of the preparations. Those include the final days of feeding the three hogs that he raised on his east-central Missouri Marble Ridge Farm ahead of processing and and prepping the three 250-pound porkers for a date with one of his three Gateway mega-drums. Tim’s segment begins at the 12:05 mark and he also talks about the ever-expanding Blues Hog line of products in addition to the company’s NASCAR Truck Series sponsorship with Niece Motorsports - including the Talladega race with social media sensation Cleetus McFarland behind the wheel - later this season. Then it’s a visit with Ryan Eftink of Smokin’ Brothers BBQ out of southeast Missouri, a company that has expanded its own line of all made-in-America smokers and grills with Myron Mixon Smokers and how the deal with Tim Scheer to take ownership of Gateway Drum Smokers came about last season. Smokin’ Brothers and Blues Hog will be partnering at Memphis in May to sponsor the Kids’ Q and both companies will have displays and demos at the Tiger Lane location in Memphis next week. Co-hosts Lyndal and Steve review their cooking weeks and preview what’s ahead on their smokers this weekend. Check out the show on your favorite #podcast platform or on our Facebook page. Also find all 354 episodes at tailgateguysbbq.com A big thanks to our show sponsors and marketing partners. Please support them: Blues Hog #blueshognation Royal Oak Charcoal #charcoalofchampions The Butcher Shoppe #alwayshandpicked The Grill Guys of Missouri #grillguys417 Clark Crew BBQ #clarkcrewbbq Meat Rushmore BBQ #meatrushmorebbq Lovely Jubbly BBQ #lovelyjubblybbq Mister Brisket #thighlife Have a great week! #SmokeEmIfYouGotEm
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Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 353: American Royal CEO Pat Macy; Iola Underhogs coach Doug Kerr
04/29/2026
Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 353: American Royal CEO Pat Macy; Iola Underhogs coach Doug Kerr
After lots of anticipation and patience, it’s official. The American Royal World Series of BBQ has new dates (Oct. 1-4) and a new home (the under construction American Royal Association complex in Kansas City, Kansas). On Episode 353 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, we visit with American Royal Association CEO Pat Macy about the move and what went into bringing the event to its new complex which is not far from the old one, at Kansas Speedway. We also talk high school BBQ’s growing popularity as a team sport with Doug Kerr, a teacher at Iola High School in Kansas and the head coach of the Iola Underhogs team that has a roster of about 50 students learning the craft of open-fire cooking. Doug talks about how it came together in Iola and some of the supporters from across the professional landscape who have helped his kids on the journey, either with financial support or pure cooking knowledge. Co-hosts Lyndal and Steve review their cooking weeks and preview what’s ahead on the grill this weekend. Check out the show on your favorite #podcast platform or on our Facebook page. Also find all 353 episodes at tailgateguysbbq.com A big thanks to our show sponsors and marketing partners. Please support them: Blues Hog #blueshognation Royal Oak Charcoal #charcoalofchampions The Butcher Shoppe #alwayshandpicked The Grill Guys of Missouri #grillguys417 Clark Crew BBQ #clarkcrewbbq Meat Rushmore BBQ #meatrushmorebbq Lovely Jubbly BBQ #lovelyjubblybbq Mister Brisket #thighlife Have a great week! #SmokeEmIfYouGotEm
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Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 352: High on the Hog STL; Smokin' Aces BBQ
04/22/2026
Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 352: High on the Hog STL; Smokin' Aces BBQ
On Episode 352 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, we talk it over with two big winners from last weekend. First up is the story of fast-rising High on the Hog BBQ out of St. Louis, which won its first KCBS GC in Edina, Missouri, in just its sixth KCBS competition. Shawn Campbell and Rich Alexander reveal how they’ve been able to achieve big-tie success in just their second full-time season. The segment beings at the 9:02 mark. We then take a trip to central Texas to hear from Matthew Frazier and Justin Payne of Smokin’ Aces BBQ after their $5,000 GC at the Rib Cookoff Association World Championships. Justin and Matthew talk about the subtle differences in cooking Baby Backs and St. Louis spares and how the RCOA comps compare to other sanctioning bodies, in both taste and tenderness, plus presentation. Co-hosts Lyndal and Steve review their cooking weeks, including the Tailgate Guys’ first competition of the year, and give a quick rundown of the sports scene. Check out the show on your favorite #podcast platform or on our Facebook page. Also find all 352 episodes at A big thanks to our show sponsors and marketing partners. Please support them: Blues Hog #blueshognation Royal Oak Charcoal #charcoalofchampions The Butcher Shoppe #alwayshandpicked The Grill Guys of Missouri #grillguys417 Clark Crew BBQ #clarkcrewbbq Meat Rushmore BBQ #meatrushmorebbq Lovely Jubbly BBQ #lovelyjubblybbq Mister Brisket #thighlife Have a great week! #SmokeEmIfYouGotEm
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