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Que The Mic

Darren Warth and Randy Twyfordquethemic.podbean.com
A podcast about BBQ, Business, and More with BBQ Hall of Famer, Darren Warth and The Reverend, Randy Twyford!
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Episodes

There is Always a Little Bit of Chaos

In this week's episode we talk about Darren's BBQ competitions, Randy's damn generator, Emma's dog, and everything else in between...on top of that, EMMA gets technical difficulties.... HEADS UP - THERE WILL NOT BE AN EPISODE NEXT WEEK, AUGUST 4TH! WE WILL BE BACK WITH EPISODE 120 ON AUGUST 11TH!

Jul 28, 20251 hr 6 minEp. 119

The Guys Take On Dirty Sodas

This week’s episode has a little bit of everything! We break down the new Dirty Sodas that are all the rage, what’s next in the technology intergration world for Total Party Planner (TPP), and how things are going this week for the guys in the BBQ world.

Jul 21, 20251 hr 8 minEp. 118

Nobody Likes A Loser

In this week's episode we really break down Darren's latest competition and what Randy is going to serve at the big county fair he has coming up. It's nothing crazy, but it's always good information!

Jul 14, 20251 hr 6 minEp. 117

If It Ain't Broke, Don't Fix It

In this week's episode Darren is a handy-man yet again, Randy's got the food truck out crushing it, and we talk about whatever else comes to our minds. You know the drill.

Jul 07, 20251 hr 18 minEp. 116

Is Darren a Has-Been?

In this week's episode Darren gives us a recap of his competition in Idaho, Randy fills us in on the generator saga, and we get into the price of brisket. There's a little bit of everything for everyone.

Jul 01, 20251 hr 13 minEp. 115

Is The Customer Always Right?

In this week's episode we get in to some of Darren's recent Google reviews, the latest BBQ competition, Randy's generator (spoiler: still not fixed), and then of course Randy gave us the ultimate WTF moment.

Jun 23, 20251 hr 7 minEp. 114

Things That Make You Go Hmmm

In this week's episode DARREN IS BACK!! We get to talking about all the things going on with Randy's food truck, Darren's busy life, picking on Emma and of course things that make go "hmmm"!

Jun 16, 20251 hr 10 minEp. 113

Emma & Randy Go Solo

In this week's episode Emma and Randy take it solo. No Darren. We get into where things are with Randy's generator...spoiler, it's not good. We also get into his busy week with the food truck and a little wedding catering.

Jun 09, 202549 minEp. 112

Maybe You Should Have A Plan C

In this week's episode we get into Darren's recent trip in Florida, things going on at the restaurants, and then we have Randy's food truck issues. Now comment below if you believe Randy's truck will be done before the next episode or even by June 20th. The bet is on!

Jun 02, 20251 hr 8 minEp. 111

Food Truck Permits & Then Some

In this week's episode we talk about the food truck, how business is going, and much much more as always.

May 26, 20251 hr 1 minEp. 110

Weekend in “Owatonna”

In this week's episode we recap Darren's weekend in Ottumwa, what's been going on in the chicken market, how the AI world is evolving, and Randy gives us yet another "grammar lesson". You know the drill.

May 19, 20251 hr 2 minEp. 109

Might Become Mechanics

In this week's episode, we get into how everything falls apart! If it's not one thing then it's another but maybe the way to handle it is just becoming mechanics and fixing it ourselves...well in most instances, Darren just does.

May 12, 20251 hr 4 minEp. 108

Where's Randy?

This week's episode Darren and Emma get into the catering world, AI world, and much more all while missing the handsomely Randy Twyford.

May 05, 202558 minEp. 107

BBQ Everywhere

In this week's episode we do a little bit of catching up after the guys last week of traveling. Trying new food and good food from New York City, New York to Austin, Texas.

Apr 29, 20251 hr 1 minEp. 106

Here’s What We Think You Should Do

In this week's episode we do what we do best and talk a little bit about everything. The biggest thing is answering some of our listeners questions! We also get into Randy's upcoming BBQ adventures and Darren's health journey.

Apr 21, 20251 hr 1 minEp. 105

How Can We Cater Like That?

In this week's episode we talk about Darren's latest BBQ competition, different ways of catering, and Emma has a first...find out what it is!

Apr 14, 20251 hr 12 minEp. 104

When Isn't Something Broken?

In this week's episode we do what we always do, just a little catching up. The guys had broken equipment left and right, Emma should off some more AI stuff, and of course there had to be a late April Fools prank.

Apr 07, 20251 hr 12 minEp. 103

Perfect BBQ Food Truck—What’s on the Menu?

In this week's episode Emma used her friend, ChatGPT, to find us a little episode topic. If they guys could put whatever they wanted on their BBQ food truck, what would it be? What would yours be if it could be anything in the world? Comment on this episode what you'd cook up!

Mar 31, 20251 hr 12 minEp. 102

Just A Couple of BBQ Boyfriends

In this week's episode we catch up like always! We get into Emma's trip to Dallas, Randy's St. Patrick's Day event, Darren's most recent BBQ competition, and of course much much more!

Mar 24, 20251 hr 32 minEp. 101

WE MADE IT TO 100!

Who would've thought we'd ever be here!? Not us! This week's episode is the BIG 100! Of course it's a classic catch all episode. We talk about a little bit of everything. New podcasts, St. Patty's Day, menu changes, and more!

Mar 17, 20251 hr 5 minEp. 100

Let's Call This a Shit Show

In this week's episode...the title says it all. We talk a little bit about EVERYTHING and it's all chaos. From dogs diarrhea, to St. Patty's Day, to the guys being...well the guys, to menu changes, and surprisingly more...Some would say it is a shit show.

Mar 10, 20251 hr 8 minEp. 99

BBQ In The Cold

In this week's episode we do a little bit of catching up! We get into how Randy did at the Beef Expo, how Darren came out at the Fire & Ice BBQ Competition, technology and more!

Mar 03, 20251 hr 13 minEp. 98

Don't Forget About The Ghost Kitchens

In this week's episode we talked about the forgotten child, ghost kitchens. We also got into the future of Des Moines Catering. When will Darren ever stop growing the business? The world may never know!

Feb 24, 202551 minEp. 97

Randy's Going To The Beef Expo

In this week's episode we get into Randy's prep for the Beef Expo, future menu items, and preparing for the upcoming food truck season!

Feb 17, 202558 minEp. 96

Situational Awareness

In this week's episode we talk about situational awareness and moments we just thought customers didn't quite have it. We also get in to how Darren makes grouper cheeks and everything business for Randy. If you are looking for the Oil Dispenser that Darren shares in the podcast you, can find it here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D54PM77N?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Feb 10, 20251 hr 12 minEp. 95

The Price of Eggs Are What!?

In this week's episode we talk about the rise of egg prices, what's been going on with business, and what ever else comes to mind!

Feb 03, 202559 minEp. 94

Just Talking About Food

In this week's episode we really get into talking about food! From Wagyu Beef, to building menus, to much more!

Jan 27, 20251 hrEp. 93

Time To Work On The System

In this week's episode Darren gives us a recap about the KCBS Banquet, Randy fills us in on the catering business, Emma gives some insight on her newest cooking adventure, and we get into working on the business during this slow season.

Jan 20, 20251 hr 7 minEp. 92

This Seems Fishy

In this week's episode we talk about Darren's latest Florida meals, Randy's last minute catering, Darren getting inducted into the KCBS Hall of Fame, and more!

Jan 13, 20251 hr 6 minEp. 91

Anything Goes

In this week's episode we do a little "catch-all". Anything goes! We talk a little bit about Marketing and SEO, we talk a little bit about the restaurant world, and we do A LOT of talking about whatever else we felt like this week.

Jan 06, 20251 hr 13 minEp. 90
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