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Pitmaster, an Old Virginia Smoke Podcast

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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

09/28/22 - American Royal Week 2022 - Travis Clark

We were able to catch up with one of the all time big game cooks, Travis Clark with Clark Crew BBQ, who gives out some advice and thoughts, and a few laughs, about his favorite BBQ contest, the American Royal.

Sep 28, 202218 minEp. 93

09/27/22 - American Royal Week 2022 - Johnny Trigg

This episode of Pitmaster, an OVS podcast, is very special. He rarely does these types of things, but he made an exception for his ol’ buddy Luke. Does the Godfather of BBQ really need an introduction? Please enjoy this episode with the incomparable Johnny Trigg with Smokin’ Triggers.

Sep 27, 20221 hr 6 minEp. 92

09/26/22 - American Royal Week 2022 - Mike Wozniak

This episode of Pitmaster, an OVS podcast, features one of the all time greats. This man has won more BBQ contests than most of us have even thought about. He has great stories, great tips and is one of the best guests we’ve ever had. Please welcome Mike Wozniak from Quau.

Sep 26, 20221 hr 13 minEp. 91

09/22/22 - The Mentor - Chris Capell

This guest has forgotten more about BBQ than most of us know. His rubs are legendary, as is his reputation on the competition circuit. Please welcome Chris Capell from Dizzy Pig BBQ!

Sep 22, 20221 hr 2 minEp. 90

09/16/22 - Human Dissection - Drew Davis

Drew Davis with Razorracks has been on a tear. Top 10 overall in his last 11 contests, including 4 wins. One of which was cooked on a single Gateway Drum Smoker. This is a good one folks!

Sep 16, 202239 minEp. 89

08/25/22 - The New Boss - Rod Gray

This week, we spend some time with past podcast guest and new CEO of KCBS Rod Gray, and talk about his first few days on the job.

Aug 25, 202240 minEp. 86

08/18/22 - Headbands - Luke Legatt and Jeff Scheurer

This weeks podcast features a team from the Midwest that is up and coming, and has a fantastic fall lined up with their first American Royal and first Jack—please welcome Luke Legatt and Jeff Scheurer from Tire Smoke

Aug 18, 202244 minEp. 85

07/01/22 - Pit Bitch - Sylvie Curry

This is a fantastic podcast with one of the best people in BBQ. She’s a force out in California and on your TV. Please welcome Sylvie Curry from Lady of Q.

Jul 01, 202253 minEp. 79

06/24/22 - The Mentor - Mike Davis

This interview was a long time in coming. He’s been mentioned a 100 times on this podcast as a mentor to many. Please join me in welcoming Mike Davis with Lotta Bull.

Jun 24, 20221 hr 13 minEp. 78

06/16/22 - Whippy - Lee Ann Whippen

Our guest this week really needs no introduction. She’s a 2022 inductee into the BBQ Hall of Fame, she’s a TV personality and she’s an amazing pit master. And she’s a lot of fun to be around. Our guest this week is Lee Ann Whippen.

Jun 16, 202241 minEp. 77

06/02/22 - Steve Dotson Mindset

This week on Pitmaster, an Old Virginia Smoke podcast, we check in with Steve Dotson from D'Qued Barbecue, who has cooked 7 KCBS contests and is on an absolute tear. Two wins, four brisket wins...let's ask him how he does it.

Jun 02, 202222 minEp. 76

05/06/22 - OVS Q & A

Luke sits down to answer many questions from listeners and friends. Enjoy!

May 06, 202227 minEp. 74

04/08/22 - The Entrepreneur - Todd Johns

This week we have Todd Johns from Plowboys, winner of the 2009 American Royal Invitational Championship, and a very very successful BBQ business. Please join me in welcoming Todd Johns.

Apr 08, 202258 minEp. 72

03/24/22 - The Dollar Bet - Dustin Reese

This week we have a good friend of mine, Dustin Reese from Hogline in Minnesota. Dustin has twice reserved the American Royal, and this year got to participate in the Houston Livestock and Rodeo Show. Please join me in welcoming Dustin Reese.

Mar 24, 202250 minEp. 71

03/03/22 - Brisket - Ernest Servantes

Title - Brisket It’s the beginning of March, and it feels like springtime! That means its BBQ season, ya’ll. And I can think of no one better to lead us off into the season than the incomparable Ernest Servantes. Participant on BBQ Pit Wars, Chopped Grillmaster Champion, Chopped Judge, won more awards than almost anyone, and has one of the hottest BBQ restaurants in the world, The Burnt Bean Company. This guy has done it all. And he was just nominated for the James Beard award as the best chef i...

Mar 03, 202246 minEp. 69

02/10/22 - Waffles for Nick Faldo - Chad Ward

It’s super bowl week! Which means today’s guest is probably out in LA making quiche lorraine for Payton Manning, or stuffed pork loin for Terry Bradshaw. And it’s definitely being cooked on a Traeger. Please welcome Chad Ward, from Traeger Grills and Whiskey Bent BBQ, for this awesome part one of his podcast.

Feb 10, 202242 minEp. 67

02/03/22 - Speedos At least - Heath Riles

This week we feature a gentleman that has been successful in both the Memphis BBQ network and KCBS, and has started one of the more successful BBQ rub companies out there. Please welcome Heath Riles from Heath Riles BBQ

Feb 03, 202240 minEp. 66

1/27/22 - Competition Mindset with Darren Warth

Luke has Darren Warth from Iowa Smokey D's back on the show to discuss mindset. He discusses his competition mentality and why it has been so successful. Enjoy this quick-hitting conversation!

Jan 27, 202215 minEp. 65

1/21/22 - A Dear Old Friend - Mike Richter

Luke is joined by longtime BBQ pal, Mike Richter from Chicks, Swine & Bovine. These two have a wonderful conversation about their history together and more. Enjoy!

Jan 21, 202251 minEp. 64
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