Episode 124 What’s on tap: Taking you back to 5/14/2013 - Do you love burgers?? Yes, of course you do, in fact we had burgers tonight for dinner!! In this “Best Moments” show I visited with Andy Husbands, who was on the show right before all this disease landed on us, and we were talking about his latest book at that point “Wicked Good Burgers” which he co-wrote with Chris Hart...the I-Que Pitmaster (and legend). It is still widely considered to be one of the best Burger Cookbooks out there and ...
May 15, 2020•11 min
(May 12, 2020 - Hour Two) In the 2nd hour, we shall continue to the Barbecue Hall of Fame talk as I convene a panel of extremely distinguished and accomplished guests to break down the semifinalist of 9. All of the panel members are currently on the Barbecue Hall of Fame nominating committee. They are Ray (Dr. BBQ) Lampe, Adrian Miller and Daniel Vaughn. I will allow these guys to introduce themselves and tell us what makes them such a good fit for this committee, and then, we will run down the ...
May 14, 2020•1 hr 5 min
(May 12, 2020 - Hour One) The 2nd Tuesday in May (and every month) brings a visit from Meathead at Amazingribs.com. Tonight we discuss his repeat appearance on the semifinalist list for the 2020 Barbecue Hall of Fame. 2019 was his first time on the list and he didn't make the cut. Does making the list a 2nd year in a row increase his chances and what does he think his shot at getting in this year is? I will also ask him to make his case publicly for inclusion to the living Hall of Fame members. ...
May 13, 2020•1 hr 1 min
Episode 123 What’s on tap: Taking you back to 5/10/2011 – The "Round Table" style shows are always the most requested and most downloaded shows. In this version, I switched it up from the competition style and put a backyard spin on it. See if the way we ribs 9 years ago still holds true today!! After all, it IS national BBQ month!!! . As always, if you would like to hear something specific on an upcoming show, please send Jon Solberg and email and let him know what you desire!! (jonATthebbqcent...
May 08, 2020•13 min
(May 5, 2020 - Hour Two)In the 2nd hour, I will be joined by fan favorite and first Tuesday of the month regular guest, Sam The Cooking Guy! Sam continues to push out new content 3 times per week and it is not stuff that has been sitting around...it's fresh new content for you to watch and enjoy (and try to cook!). Sure, I have quite an agenda to try and work through, but, we all know how that has worked out in past months. It is always a good time talking with Sam!BBQ Central Show Sponsors! The...
May 07, 2020•58 min
(Originally aired live on May 6, 2020 - 3pm Eastern) Manager of The World Series of Barbecue, Emily Park, joined me for a special live show to announce the 9 semi finalists for this year's Barbecue Hall of Fame. Join me on the 27th of this month for the exclusive announcement of the 3 that will make up this year's class!!
May 06, 2020•30 min
(May 5, 2020 - Hour One) Welcome to May! We continue to press through the current state of affairs as a public and we watch as the country begins to reopen. Since it is the first of the month, I will be joined by Malcom Reed from How To BBQ Right. Tonight we will discuss what has been going on since last month and, of course, we will go over some of his most recent recipes. We will also talk about what he is looking forward to the most once we are fully released as a public...whenever that might...
May 06, 2020•1 hr
(Recorded May 1, 2020 - Live in the BBQCS Studio) Earlier this week during the BBQCS is reported an impending meat shortage that was making news across all media channels and online landscapes. I chased down Kevin Green from The Butcher Shoppe to talk about what is realistic and what is nonsense. The Butcher Shoppe has never seen busier times than they have during this pandemic and they have been servicing their customers with much success. I hope you enjoy this special feature and be sure to us...
May 02, 2020•18 min
Episode 122 What’s on tap: Taking you back to 1/25/2011 - Well, I’m not too sure how to set this one up...it’s not a look back at an interview that I had with someone...no...it’s just me...running my fat yap. I do want to say this, while I find some of that stuff from 2011 cringe worthy, I am also happy to report that, over time, I have evolved as a human. So, if you like hearing about the “show”, “little people” and “Betty White”...you’ll be interested. As always, if you would like to hear some...
May 01, 2020•10 min
(April 28, 2020 - Hour Two) In the 2nd hour, I will be joined by The Embedded Correspondents! Doug, Jon and Ricer will be in as well as a new EC this month, Christian Arfsten. Christian is living ion Houston and has a pretty unique day job. We will also learn about his live-fire background. All of the EC's will weigh in on resting steak, their favorite COVID-19 meal to date, the impending meat shortage and much more. In the last portion of the segment, Doug, Jeff and I will fire up the American ...
Apr 30, 2020•1 hr 5 min
(April 28, 2020 - Hour One) Tonight's show is packed with something for everyone...even the folks who enjoy BAD singing! First up, CEO of Hardcore Carnivore, Jess Pryles stops through. If you have been looking to cook along with her you can do that this coming Saturday! She will tell us all about it and what you need to do in order to take part! We will also talk about her recent videos on "resting steak" and "meat glue". After Jess, I will be joined by 4th Tuesday of the month regular, Derrick ...
Apr 29, 2020•1 hr
Episode 121 What’s on tap: Taking you back to 4/16/2013 - During this show segment, I talked to first hour guest, Ray Lampe”Dr. BBQ and we went in depth on the writing of a BBQ book. Many folks had asked me what the process was to get a book out so Ray and I discussed the details, what one should expect initially, the process and more! I think, even though the segment is now 7 years old, most of the info is evergreen! As always, if you would like to hear something specific on an upcoming show, p...
Apr 24, 2020•10 min
(April 21, 2020 - Hour Two) In the 2nd hour, 3rd Tuesday of the month regular guest, Robyn Lindars (Grill Girl) joins me to discuss, of all things, alligator. Did you know that you can get yourself "farm raised" gators and you don't have to risk life and limb to snag one out of the wild. Also, grabbing them out of the wild is illegal, so don't do it!! We will also discuss the release of the meat calculator and some of her latest recipes as well. Closing it out tonight is the host of the "Smoking...
Apr 23, 2020•1 hr
(April 21, 2020 - Hour One) We are racing through April...I guess...and tonight I hope to help pass the time a bit more quickly and with a scent of smoke!! First up, BBQ Hall of Fame'er and the most prolific live-fire author of our time, Steven Raichlen joins me. Have you ever thought about pushing the bacon boundaries to the point of potential absurdity...How does A5 wagyu brisket BACON sound??!! We will also talk about 10 comfort foods you should be trying on your BBQ right now!! After Steven,...
Apr 22, 2020•1 hr
Episode 120 What’s on tap: Taking you back to 4/6/2010 - During this segment, I talked to a fella named “Bob Garnash”...AKA B-O-B. Does that name ring a bell?? For the die-hard's it does...because this guy saw the benefits of “rotisserie” cooking...but took it a step further...and created a product called “The Rib-O-Lator. Simply put, instead of the traditional spit rod, he made a 4 tray carousel that mounts to the rod itself...stick it in the motor and away you go! Anything you can fit in the t...
Apr 17, 2020•10 min
(April 14, 2020 - Hour Two) In the second hour, I am very excited to be joined by John and John (2) McLemore from Masterbuilt. Billing themselves as "The Masters of Smoke", we will take a look back at the history of the company and how it was founded, how it has evolved and remained relevant over the years and, of course, talk about the new gravity fed cooker that was just recently introduced to the market. BBQ Central Show Sponsors! The BBQ Guru Big Poppa Smokers Butchers BBQ Green Mountain Gri...
Apr 16, 2020•59 min
(April 14, 2020 - Hour One) The 2nd Tuesday of each month brings us recurring guest Meathead from Amazingribs.com. Tonight we will freshen up on a few topics, namely, how does resting your meat affect its moisture retention/loss. We will also look into the difference between resting your brisket and how that differs from resting steaks as they finish. If you have any questions for Meathead, please feel free to send them my way! BBQ Central Show Sponsors! The BBQ Guru Big Poppa Smokers Butchers B...
Apr 15, 2020•1 hr
Episode 119 What’s on tap: Taking you back to 5/1/2012 - During this show, we did a “round table style” show about “hot topics” in the bbq and grilling world. On the panel, show legend and guest from last week, Chad Ward, Shane Draper from Draper’s BBQ and Grilla Grills and former host of BBQ podcast “In The Hut”, Bruce McCall Junior aka “Huck Jr. We talked about a number of topics to include “What is BBQ and what is grilling”. Round table shows are always fun. As always, if you would like to he...
Apr 10, 2020•12 min
(April 7, 2020 - Hour Two) In the second hour, the other first Tuesday of the month regular guest, Sam The Cooking Guy, stops by. A few weeks ago I did a bonus content segment with him and now we can get a follow up on that and Sam is loaded with "lock-down" recipes for you to try. Just like I will ask Malcom about YouTube, I will also ask Sam about "best practices" when it comes to putting on a channel. Look, if you have ever listened to an interview with Sam, you know that I have a well planne...
Apr 09, 2020•1 hr 4 min
(April 7, 2020 - Hour One) Welcome to April and the 3rd week of Coronavirus 2020! Kicking us off in the normal fashion is the most popular BBQ'er on YouTube(How To BBQ Right) and the pitmaster of Killer Hogs BBQ tea, Malcom Reed. Malcom has been cooking up a storm at home due to being locked in and he's ready to share his recipes with you tonight. I will also ask him about how his BBQ business is being affected and if he has seen a big uptick in subscribers due to more eyes looking for content. ...
Apr 08, 2020•1 hr
Episode 118 What’s on tap: Taking you back to 4/3/2012 - I am not really a “Practical Joker” by any stretch...but from time to time I have been known to throw some stuff out to see who bites and who call BS...this is one of those times. I have Clint Cantwell from the then, Smoke In Da Eye BBQ blog, and he was doing some stuff with Kingsford at the time...and on this particular show he announced the release of HICKORY FLAVORED propane to the market. Of course, if you look at the date and see how ...
Apr 03, 2020•11 min
(March 31, 2020 - Hour Two) Right at the top of the second hour I will convene the BBQ Central Show American Idol judges for the results. As you might recall, the 3 Embedded Correspondents and I tried to sing Thin Lizzy's smash hit, "Jailbreak". Three of us will move to next month and one will be eliminated. Tune in right at 10pm Eastern o hear who makes it and who doesn't! After that nonsense, I will be joined by Sean Ludwig (and maybe Ryan Cooper) from NYC BBQ to talk about the current state o...
Apr 02, 2020•1 hr 7 min
(March 31, 2020 - Hour One) First up, championship pitmaster, director of marketing for Traeger and BBQ Central Show legend, Chad Ward, returns to the show! We have a tremendous amount of material to get through during our time which is why we have ear-marked the first hour for him! If you have any questions (BBQ/Grilling/Competitions related) please send them in and we will get them asked and answered. BBQ Central Show Sponsors! The BBQ Guru Big Poppa Smokers Butchers BBQ Green Mountain Grills ...
Apr 01, 2020•59 min
Episode 117 What’s on tap: Taking you back to March 23, 2010 - The ever popular Round Table Shows make an appearance on this week’s "Best Of" show...The BBQ Pimp, Kyle Laval (The Slabs), Scot Kee (Little Pig Town) and David Bouska (Butcher BBQ) make up the panel for this one. How does their techniques from 2010 match up to what is being done today...if you never heard it...this is a good way to wet your whistle...yo can then go back and hear the whole thing because, like every show, there is a l...
Mar 27, 2020•11 min
(March 24, 2020 - Hour Two) In the 2nd hour, the Embedded Correspondents fire back up and we are here for YOU!! We are here to entertain and give you some food for your ears. I have been promoting the "BBQ Central Show American Idol edition" and it starts tonight!! The 4 of us will try our hand at Thin Lizzy's break-out hit "Jailbreak"!!! It was brought to my attention that some of my EC's didn't even know about this song...if you fall into this category, here is a link to the original version. ...
Mar 26, 2020•1 hr
(March 24, 2020 - Hour One) In hopes of taking your mind off of the Corona Virus, at least for a few hours, please join the live BBQ Central Show tonight. We have a varying agenda that isn't JUST about BBQ. First up, Ted Conrad from Fireboard, joins me to talk about the 2020 HPBA that took place right before everything started canceling. Ted will recap the show, tell us about the cool things he saw and anything new that caught his eye. We will also learn about some NEW items associated with Fire...
Mar 25, 2020•1 hr
The crowd has spoken...and the bonus content is a HIT!! So let me unveil to you, the 3rd day of new segments. In this edition, I have a REAL-ASS talk with Shawn Walchef and Stover Harger from Cali Comfort BBQ in San Diego, CA. Shawn is a friend of the show and hew gives us a glimpse into his daily operation and how they have been getting along during this virus. Stover also talks about the need for social media, it's benefits to all restaurants and how being diverse in digital media now and goin...
Mar 23, 2020•38 min
Welcome to another "Bonus Content" show! Today I sit down with Sam The Cooking Guy. If you haven't been watching him on YouTube then you are missing out on some "lock-down" recipes that he's recently posted. We talk about some of those during this edition, we also talk about the cavalier attitude taken by some folks during this outbreak, we talk Mexican food, chicken stock/soup and we also talk about how his businesses are being affected by COVID-19. As always, Sam is entertaining and a great so...
Mar 22, 2020•35 min
Welcome to a special release of The BBQ Central Show. Yesterday (3/20/2020) I was able to talk with Nick Solares, noted food writer and one of the foremost authorities on eating in New York City. There are no shortage of places to feed your hunger in the Big Apple, but, given the current state of our world, I was interested to get Nick's take on how the restaurant industry might look once COVID-19 finally resolves itself. His outlook?? Perhaps it's a bit a bit grim, but it also speaks to how res...
Mar 21, 2020•28 min
Episode 116 What’s on tap: Taking you back to 3/8/2011 – Taking you back to 3/30/2010 – One of the biggest BBQ names in the industry, Chris Lilly of Big Bob Gibson's, was my guest during the "after-Dark segment". This was a segment of the show where I was looking to test out extending into a 2nd hour. The After Dark segment was just such a test. Chris and I chatted about a number of topics...fun to hear how 2010 info holds up (or doesn't hold up) over the past 10 years. As always, if you would l...
Mar 20, 2020•11 min
