01/11/22 - Listener Q&A
Luke starts off 2022 answering listener questions. A grea variety of questions for this first ever Q&A pod.
Jan 11, 2022•42 min•Ep. 63
Pitmaster, an Old Virginia Smoke Podcast
Welcome to Pitmaster, an Old Virginia Smoke Podcast. Each episode, OVS Pitmaster Luke Darnell will deconstruct world-class pitmasters to extract the tactics, tools, and routines you can use at home in your backyard and in the competition BBQ world. This includes morning routines, habits, tricks, and much more. Find out what’s challenged the world’s best pitmasters, how they handle adversity, and where they turn to for advice and counsel. You won’t want to miss this very entertaining, educational and totally different BBQ podcast.
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Episodes
11/11/21 - The Pitmaster - Myron Mixon
No real need for an introduction for this episode. Myron Mixon has done everything in BBQ, and a hell of a lot more than that. Please enjoy this wonderful conversation with the legend, Myron Mixon.
Nov 11, 2021•48 min•Ep. 62
11/04/21 - Hop on the Bus - Brian Dwyer
This week we have Brian Dwyer from the BBQ Bus. These guys have been tearing up the competition trail the past few years, particularly in brisket. Learn about their brisket box, and a lot of other fun tips and good advice.
Nov 04, 2021•41 min•Ep. 61
10/21/21 - ”Backyard Steve” - Steve Dotson
One of the best backyard cooks just stepped up to the pro's and is here to talk about it. Steve Dotson from D'Qued BBQ has recently moved up, and is already finding success. He talks about the transition and much much more. Enjoy this conversation with Steve Dotson.
Oct 21, 2021•52 min•Ep. 60
10/07/21 - ”2021 American Royal Champ” - Travis Duffy
A very special episode for you, as Luke is joined by the newly crowned American Royal Open Champion, Travis Duffy from Las Call Heroes BBQ. Travis followed up his Reserve from 2020 with the big win just a few weeks ago. He and Luke talk about their successes and much more. Enjoy!
Oct 07, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 59
10/06/21 - ”Ladies, Ladies, Ladies” - Kate McGlaun
On this Teammates Episode, the entertaining Kate McGlaun joins the ladies of OVS to discuss her role on the very successful Lucky's Q A fun. conversation with plenty of great stories this week. Enjoy!
Oct 06, 2021•55 min•Ep. 58
09/30/21 - ”The American Dream” - David Qualls
This week Luke has a wonderful conversation with legendary pitmaster, David Qualls from American Dream BBQ. The two talk cue, techniques, the science behind it and so much more. You won't want to miss this special episode.
Sep 30, 2021•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 57
09/16/21 - ”The Rebuttal” - The Shiggin Boys
American Royal Week continues this week with a great episode. It's time for the Shiggin' rebuttal crew rebuttal. It's Teddy and Derek revenge time on this "Teammates" episode. Enjoy!!
Sep 16, 2021•52 min•Ep. 56
09/13/21 - ”The Better Half?” - David McCallister
It’s American Royal week, baby. Biggest BBQ Competition in the world. This episode is another Teammate podcast with Kim and Leigh Anne.. David McAllister from 913 BBQ. While you’re enjoying this podcast, please share it out on your social media, and also be sure to “like” the podcast on the service of your choice. Every little bit helps.
Sep 13, 2021•49 min•Ep. 55
09/09 - ”No Introduction Needed” - Chris Lilly
This week's guest is an absolute legend in BBQ. Multiple time world champion, successful restaurateur and all-around great guy. He's also the best guest to get everyone ready for American Royal Week. Enjoy this episode with Chris Lilly.
Sep 09, 2021•40 min•Ep. 54
09/02/21 - ”Jumbo” - Dan Jacobellis
This week we are joined by a pitmaster who has tearing up the east coast. Dan Jacobellis, from Top Gun BBQ, came on to talk about his recent success and the teams competition bbq direction. Enjoy!
Sep 02, 2021•57 min•Ep. 53
08/27/21 - "How Many Drum Smokers?" - Loren Hill
This week we have we start our American Royal prep with Loren Hill with the Smokin Hills. Loren and Cheryl are some of the best people in BBQ, and they sure can cook! Winners of the American Royal and the World Food Championships, there's a lot of good tid bits in this podcast from Loren.
Aug 27, 2021•31 min•Ep. 52
08/19/21 - "Electric Knife?" - Jeff Vanderlinde
This week's guest is Jeff Vanderlinde from the highly successful Shiggin' and Grinnin' BBQ Team. They have won and cooked all over the world. This episode will make you laugh, think and get more confident in your cooking. Please enjoy!
Aug 19, 2021•47 min•Ep. 51
10/14/20 - "$9.99" - Paul Keltner
Paul Keltner of Rooters-n-Tooters BBQ joins Luke this week. Paul and his wife Lynn have had a wonderfully successful career that shows no signs of slowing down. A lot of tips and great stories this week!
Aug 12, 2021•55 min•Ep. 50
07/29/21 - "Talk Less. Listen More." - Ryan Murphy
This week we have Ryan Murphy with Dirt Road BBQ. Ryan is an original member of the BBQ League, a World BBQ Champion at the World Food Championships, and winner of 22 grand championships. He’s a hell of a guy who’s very particular about his pits and is great to talk to.
Jul 29, 2021•40 min•Ep. 49
07/22/21 - "The Butcher" - David Bouska
One of the most accomplished cooks joins us this week, with tremendous stories and tips. David Bouska from Butcher BBQ is a two-time world champion, has an incredible product line and is just an all-around awesome guy. Please enjoy this wonderful conversation with David.
Jul 22, 2021•56 min•Ep. 48
07/15/21 - "Never Quit" - Travis Clark
This is a great episode, one that I’ve been looking forward to for a long time. This week we sit down with one of the greatest of all time, Travis Clark from Clark Crew BBQ. This guy has won literally everything in BBQ, and in a very short time frame. If you want a masterclass in the mindset needed to be a championship pitmaster, you won’t want to miss this episode.
Jul 15, 2021•38 min•Ep. 47
07/07/21 - "Toothpick!" - Matt Barber
This week's guest is not only a good friend, but an outstanding cook and entrepreneur. Matt Barber from Hot Wachula's BBQ has been making outstanding sauces and competing all over the US and Europe. This episode is loaded with fun banter and great tips. Enjoy these two friends talking 'cue and much more!
Jul 07, 2021•51 min•Ep. 46
06/23/21 - "Underwear Ninja" - Corey Mikes
This week we have our good friend Corey Mikes from Fat Boys BBQ out of Temple, Texas. Corey cooks with his dad Danny, and both have been stalwarts of Texas BBQ for a long time. This interview has a lot of practical advice, a lot of real thought and a ton of great stories.
Jun 23, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 45
06/16/21 - "PB&J and Pop Tarts" - Lee Hickel
This week, we continue with our run of Texas pitmasters with Lee Hickel from Redmule’s Bad Ass BBQ. Lee has had a ton of success in Texas as a part of IBCA, and has recently been travelling the country and cooking BBQ all up and down the east coast in KCBS. One of the genuinely nicest guys in BBQ. He’s fantastic to talk to and is a great cook.
Jun 16, 2021•59 min•Ep. 44
06/09/21 - "Just-in-time" - Bill Purvis
It’s definitely barbecue season! The world is opening back up, people are getting together, and the smokers and grills are fired up. Nothing though is hotter than Bill Purvis with Chicken Fried BBQ out of Texas. He’s tearing up the competition BBQ circuit in both KCBS and CBA. Bill is a great guy who I got to meet earlier this year, and I really think you’ll enjoy this conversation with him. Please welcome Bill Purvis.
Jun 09, 2021•44 min•Ep. 43
06/04/21 - "The Leprechaun" - Phil Breeden
June is here and its BBQ season for everyone! That being said, some of the best pitmasters in the world have been cooking all year so far. Not very many people are having as good as of a year as Phil Breeden from LC Barbecue. Out of Texas, he has cooked all of the country with great success. Enjoy this podcast with Phil Breeden.
Jun 04, 2021•31 min•Ep. 42
05/26/21 -"Peanut Butter" - Melissa Cookston
We wrap up National BBQ Month with one of my favorite people in Barbecue, Melissa Cookston. She’s an amazing lady--author of two cookbooks, multiple time World Champion, and has recently created the World Junior BBQ League. She is so nice, funny and just a great time to be around. This is a fun time with Melissa Cookston. Enjoy.
May 26, 2021•42 min•Ep. 41
05/19/21 - "Paul's Boutique" - Chris Hart
I thought National BBQ Month would be a great time to interview one of my mentors, the great Chris Hart from iQue. Dominant in the BBQ scene for a long time and winner of the Jack Daniels World Championship, Chris has written several cookbooks and continues to be an influence on cooks all across the country. Just a great guy, extremely smart and talented, and a lot of fun to talk to. Enjoy this fun talk with the legend Chris Hart.
May 19, 2021•57 min•Ep. 40
05/12/21 - "Conquer Your Demons" - Steph Franklin
National BBQ Month continues today with The Genie, Steph Franklin of Simply Marvelous BBQ. Steph has done it all in the sport, including numerous GC's and having a wildly successful line of rubs. Oh, and he just happens to be one of the best guys in BBQ, too. This episode is full of tips, laughs and great stories. Enjoy!
May 12, 2021•45 min•Ep. 39
05/05/21 - "Lucha Libre" - Mark Lambert
We’re kicking off National BBQ Month with none other than Mark Lambert with Sweet Swine O Mine. Mark had done just about everything in BBQ, winning world championships, creating amazing products and now has his own BBQ store. This is a great look at one of the best pitmasters in the country, with a lot of great information and tips.
May 05, 2021•51 min•Ep. 38
04/28/21 - "New Ink" - Richard Fergola
It’s Fergolicious time! Richard Fergola is the pitmaster of Fergolicious BBQ out of Kansas City. He’s been on multiple TV shows, won many contests and has recently opened a BBQ store called the KC Grilling Company If you know Fergie, he’s high energy, as is this podcast. Enjoy the show.
Apr 28, 2021•49 min•Ep. 37
Luke & The OVS Crew - "Dropping 9's"
Luke and the OVS Crew bringing the heat to the BBQ world.
Apr 21, 2021•3 min•Ep. 36
04/14/21 - "Tuffy" - Tuffy Stone
This man really needs no introduction. He’s won everything in competition BBQ, been featured on BBQ pitmasters, and is widely considered one of the best people to meet, not just in BBQ. This week it is our esteemed pleasure to have Tuffy Stone, the professor, pitmaster of Cool Smoke, on the podcast. I think you’ll enjoy this interview, getting to know one of the legends of BBQ and hear his story.
Apr 14, 2021•56 min•Ep. 35
04/09/21 - "KCBS" Emily Detwiler & Rick Wagner
A special Friday episode for you this week, as we talk with KCBS CEO, Emily Detwiler, and KCBS Board President, Rick Wagner. We discussed many exciting developments for KCBS in 2021 and beyond. Please enjoy!
Apr 09, 2021•31 min•Ep. 34
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