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The Pitmaster's Podcast

Rusty Monson & Anthony Lujanwww.thepitmasterspodcast.com
We are BBQ competition competitors that aim to share information, advice, tips, and tall tales about our favorite pastime. We talk with the top names in the barbecue industry as well as legends of the backyard, restauranteurs, and more! Our hope is you learn something about BBQ on each episode and you are entertained while doing it!
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Episodes

Tuffy Stone

Tuffy Stone is a 6-time world barbecue champion, one of the hosts of BBQ Pitmasters, Author of Cool Smoke: The Art of Great barbecue and owner of Westover Station in Richmond Virginia We chat with Tuffy about how he got his start in the culinary and BBQ world. He also tells us about his new restaurant, his time on BBQ Pitmasters, his hall of fame induction and soo much more. You can check out all his exploits at Cool Smoke Barbecue....

Feb 20, 20201 hr 10 minSeason 2Ep. 6

Andy Husbands

We talk with Andy Husbands Author, Chef, bbq man, restauranteur and team member of the infamous IQUE competition team. We talk about his time on Hells Kitchen, books, comp experience and much more.

Feb 13, 202059 minSeason 2Ep. 5

7 Sins BBQ

We talk to Jesse Collett of 7 Sins BBQ about getting sponsors, making money for comps, his work in Australia, switching to chicken legs and of course comp talk and much more. You can check them out at 7 Sins BBQ If you want to know how to help or to know more about Huntington's disease you can head to HDSA 7 Sins is sponsored by Royal Oak Charcoal

Feb 06, 20201 hr 13 minSeason 2Ep. 4

Harry Soo

We chat with Harry Soo from Slap Yo' Daddy BBQ about competition BBQ, pitmasters TV show and a whole lot more.

Jan 30, 20201 hrSeason 2Ep. 3

Diva Q

We chat with Diva Q about her beginnings in BBQ, behind the scenes of BBQ Brawl, competitions/ancillary advice and a whole bunch more. Check out her instagram for all things Diva Q and her book that has enough recipes to keep you knee deep in delicious food for a long time.

Jan 23, 20201 hr 7 minSeason 2Ep. 2

Smokin' Hot Babe BBQ

We sit down with Smokin Hot Babe BBQ a 16 year old Professional BBQ cook from California who is already making a name for herself in the BBQ world.

Jan 16, 202044 minSeason 2Ep. 1

R&R BBQ

From competitions to a bbq restaurant with multiple locations Rod Livingston walks us through the life of someone living the dream. He shares stories and advice from his life of BBQ.

Dec 19, 20191 hr 36 minEp. 16

Entertaining with Caytlin McCleery

We chat with Caytlin McCleery from Cayt's Meats and Meals about holiday cook and entertaining guest. She shares a few tips and tricks to make your next party not only much tastier, but easier. Follow her on Facebook or Instagram for more recipes and tips.

Dec 12, 20191 hr 24 minEp. 15

Girls Can Grill

We chat with Christie Vanover from Girls Can Grill . We talk team branding, competition bbq, pits, comp set up and her l ive fire cooking podcast . Christie is doing a big giveaway on her social media platforms like instagram , so head of there and get in on it. Even if you get over their to late she is someone you need to be following anyway....

Dec 05, 20191 hr 12 minEp. 14

Sterling Smith from Loot n' Booty

We talk with Sterling Smith of Loot n' Booty . We ask him about his competition secrets and talk with him about his killer barbecue products. Don't forget you can get 20% of his BBQ Champs Academy by using promo code: smith20 Don't forget you can head over to The Pitmaster's Podcast and sign up for classes, listen to the podcast and more...

Nov 28, 201958 minEp. 13

ThermoWorks

This week we are live from ThermoWorks talking to Kyle Halvorson about their products and how they can help you take your cooks to a new level. We explore some of their thermometers and probes and hopefully help you in selecting what works for you. We also mention Sean's Smokehouse

Nov 21, 201954 minEp. 12

Travis Duffy of Last Call Heroes BBQ team

We chat with American Royal RGC Travis Duffy. Travis is the head cook of Last Call Heroes. With an 11th place finish and an RGC at the past 2 Royals he has numerous awards under his belt. You can follow him on Instagram or on FaceBook Travis would like to thank bbq heaven pitboys , Fireplace Professionals , Rea Hybrids , Dooley Defense , and smokyokie food products...

Nov 14, 20191 hr 6 minEp. 11

Crooked Pigs Competition BBQ Team

We sit down with Matt and David Hansen of Crooked Pigs BBQ Team. They have won multiple grand champion awards and are in the running for Utah team of the year. Hope you get something out of this because we sure did.

Nov 07, 20191 hr 5 minEp. 10

History of Barbecue w/ Robert F. Moss

We talk with Robert F. Moss author of Barbecue: The History of an American Institution. The book is a deep dive into the history of Barbecue in America from the countries inception to today. Robert also writes for Southern Living ( https://www.southernliving.com/authors/robert_moss ) you can also find more info about him at https://www.robertfmoss.com/

Oct 31, 20191 hr 4 minEp. 9

Heath Riles

We have Heath Riles on talking about trailer, rubs, competition and tips and tricks.

Oct 17, 201951 minEp. 7

KCBS judging with Travis Bates

We sit down with certified KCBS judge Travis Bates and get a good look behind the scenes of the judging process.

Oct 10, 20191 hr 8 minEp. 6

Salt City Drum Smokers

We talk with Salt City Drum Smokers about drum smokers with a little comp talk sprinkled in for flava

Oct 03, 20191 hr 1 minEp. 5

Malcom Reed

We talk with Malcom Reed of How to BBQ Right and Killer Hogs about all thing BBQ from the backyard to the pro circuit.

Sep 26, 201947 minEp. 4

Backyard and Pro Competition

We chat with Smokin' Brethren's Mike Peay and Big Johnson BBQ and Great Western Events Jesse Johnson about backyard barbecue and pro competitions

Sep 11, 20191 hr 6 minEp. 2

Hey Grill, Hey and Charcoal

This episode we talk with Susie and Todd Bulloch from Hey Grill, Hey. We also break down Rusty's thoughts on charcoal. Check out all the cool stuff Hey Grill, Hey has and the Naked Whiz for all their charcoal reviews

Sep 02, 201950 minEp. 1
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