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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

Chris Ayres of Zia Smoke BBQ

We chat with Chris Ayres of Zia Smoke BBQ . We chat about why chopped brisket is better and why you should never say you cook better than a restaurant pitmaster.... and of course a whole lot more.

May 03, 20241 hr 17 min

Caray Ann Sharp of Hot Mess Express

We talk with Caray Ann Sharp of Hot Mess Express. She won a few big steak comps, and her method is, well, different. Join us to discuss more the philosophy of comps than the methods.

Apr 25, 202454 min

Ronald Burns of Hotty Totty BBQ

We catch up with Ronald Burns of Hotty Totty Rubs and sauces. A legendary rub maker and a hell of a competition cook as well.

Mar 07, 20241 hr 28 min

John Lindsay All Q'ued Up

We have John Lindsey of All Q'ued Up joins us again. We catch up but mostly we talk about the side of sponserships nobody wants to hear or talk about.

Feb 22, 20241 hr 28 min

Cherry Anchor BBQ

We talk to Joe Wilson and BJ Searcy of Chaery Anchor BBQ. They are a new BBQ team that is already out winning big contests. We chat with them about winning Bullhead and some of their processes.

Feb 15, 202456 min

Steve Johnson of BBQ Pitstop

Steve Johnson, owner of BBQ Pitstop, a BBQ supply chain in Utah. Steve talks rub selection and if you want to bring your rubs or suces to market. He also reveals the dates for the BBQ Pitstop Steak Championship Series in Utah.

Jan 31, 20241 hr 10 min

Miriam and Nate Benson SCA tell all

Miriam Benson, SCA champ, and her husband, Nate Benson SCA champ as well, break down their whole cook. Nothing was left un answered. If you're looking to get into SCA or need some great tips this one is you you

Jan 26, 20241 hr 17 min

Evan Wiederspohn

We chat with Evan Wiederspohn a young talent killing it in BBQ, Steak and the WFC.

Jan 12, 20241 hr 21 min

Henry LaFollette

We chat with Henry LaFollette, a SCA promotor who keeps his buy-ins low and the purse high. Wanna know how he does it? Download this episode to find out!

Nov 10, 20231 hr 2 min

B'Mackin BBQ

Fresh off their RGC at the Jack, Brett and Benny run us through their method and share some great tips on improving your comp cook.

Oct 26, 20231 hr 34 minSeason 5Ep. 25

Ty Higgins of Smokin' Pokes BBQ

We have Ty Higgins on the show. He just took down the American Royal SCA comp and he is here to run down his process. So if you are new to the sport of SCA or like Rusty and haven't been around the game for a while, this episode is for you.

Oct 12, 20231 hr 20 min

Ben Holder of Yeti BBQ

Ben Holder stops by to chat about BBQ and steak cooking. Ben has proven to be an amazing food competitor and an over all cool dude.

Sep 21, 20231 hr 32 minSeason 5Ep. 24

Kyle Halvorson

Kyle Halvorson of Thermoworks stops by to chat about putting on an SCA event and talks about sponsorship. If you are interested in getting sponsored this is the episode fo you.

Aug 24, 20231 hr 6 minSeason 5Ep. 23

Kate Neville

Kate is a health conscience Pitmaster. She recently showed off her skills on BBQ Brawl in Food Network. However, most impressive is she is the pwner/pitmaster of HI-BBQ a very success BBQ joint in Hawaii, Voted Hawaii's best bbq by Eater and is a KCBS BBQ judge.

Aug 17, 202335 minSeason 5Ep. 22

Shawn Rapier talks Alacruz Argentine Grills

Shawn Rapier recently teamed up with Alacruz Argentine Grills, and fell in love with them. We had to have him on and tell us all about it. This is definatly a grill you should look into, especially if you're looking for a back-to-primal cooker. Check them out at ALACRUZ

Jul 27, 20231 hr 18 minSeason 5Ep. 21

Chad Unsicker running a SCA quad

Chad and his Dad run probably the best SCA contest in Utah. Situated in central UT, this quad is the biggest comp in Utah and the way it is going probably the west. Chad talks about the contest from his perspective and what he hopes the future will be and he has BIG plans.

Jul 20, 20231 hr 14 minSeason 5Ep. 20

Kris Hollis of Knuckle Draggers BBQ

Kris Hollis (Booties BBQ, Knuckle Draggers BBQ) joins us to discuss all 4 comp meats. Kris has been in the comp game for a long time and has had tons of success. Join us as we try and get all the info we can to help you just cook better.

Jul 13, 20231 hr 19 minSeason 5Ep. 19

Christie Vanover walks us through competition pork

We welcome Christie Vanover back again to talk about her competition pork recipe. She also has some exciting news! Christie breaks down every step she takes making her over 170 average pork. Yet another one you don't want to miss.

Jun 22, 20231 hr 14 minSeason 5Ep. 18

Doug Scheiding talks pellet cookers

We talk to world champ Doug Scheiding of Rogue Cookers about tips and tricks of pellet grills. There is a lot of excellent info in this one for those new to pellet cookers and those who have used pellet cookers for years. This is one you don't want to miss. Let us know your favorite pellet cooker technique.

Jun 08, 20231 hr 24 minSeason 5Ep. 17

Roger Donohoe lands a perfect score

Roger Donohoe has become a great steak cook, but it wasn't the easiest of journeys. Now he has bagged a perfect score and is one of the top steak cooks in the SCA. We chat with him about his process and his journey.

Jun 01, 20231 hr 9 minSeason 5Ep. 17

Dan Phelps of Learning to Smoke

Dan Phelps of Learning to Smoke joins us to chat about BBQ, Social media, and of course, shoes. Dan has a huge presence on social media and a wealth of knowledge. If you are ever short of ideas on what to cook, make sure and follow his page. We learn a lot and hope you do as well.

May 11, 20231 hr 3 minSeason 5Ep. 16

Christie Vanover of Girls Can Grill breaks down ribs

Christie Vanover runs us through her rib recipe step by step and lays all her techniques out there. There are some severe nuggets in this episode! Christie Vanover is a well-known pitmaster, grill master, and founder of the popular website Girls Can Grill . Christie is known for her creative and flavorful recipes and expertise in grilling and smoking. She is a self-taught grilling expert who has honed her craft for over a decade. In addition to running Girls Can Grill, Christie is a sought-after...

Apr 27, 20231 hr 14 minSeason 5Ep. 15

Sterling Ball of Big Poppa Smokers

Legend of BBQ Sterling Ball stops by to chat about the hall of fame, brisket, music, and his life in semi-retirement. We also talk about what he is working on and should be working on (cough, book, Cough) Sterling is on of our favorite guests and we hope you love listening as much as we did.

Apr 20, 20231 hr 29 minSeason 5Ep. 14
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