Best Rusty Monson Podcasts (2025)

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We are chatting with the SCA World Champion Karen Wright, Wright on Q 58:54

5d ago58:54

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Karen Wright Wright on QAKA mom to the Steak Princess Russell and I started competing in BBQ in the early 2000’s. He did his first steak competition in June of 2017 with me just there for support. I started cooking ancillaries not long after and then moved to steak.By Thee Anthony Lujan

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Tonight we have Sterling Smith with Loot N' Booty BBQ 53:45

12d ago53:45

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Sterling Smith, 2022 World Barbecue Champion, US Navy Veteran, barbecue teacher, cookbook author, and owner/Pitmaster of Loot N’ Booty BBQ, has been competing on the professional barbeque circuit since 2009. In that time, Sterling and his family have traveled nationally and internationally to compete in major competitions including the Jack Daniel’…

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Beer's Blackdog BBQ Tasting 32:51

19d ago32:51

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Beer's Blackdog BBQ is a family owned business in the heart of northern Minnesota's lake country. Born from the good old days of weekly gatherings of good people and good BBQ. Blackdog has grown to be a favorite sauce all over the globe. It is a sauce that appeals to a wide variety of tastes, a sweet tangy sauce with a hint of smokiness and just en…

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Join us and Phil "The Grill" Johnson, the Jay-Z of BBQ 31:58

26d ago31:58

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Self-sufficiency and discipline are hallmarks of Johnson’s persona, ingrained early in his life by his hard-working and devoted parents. Growing up a “latchkey kid” while his parents worked, Johnson learned to cook and take care of himself, while navigating the streets of Manhattan on his own. His parents’ hard work paid off, and they moved their f…

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Join us to chat with The BBQ Pit Bros Pit Masters Jordan Williams and Richard Smith 41:37

1M ago41:37

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BBQ Pit Bros was established in 2021 by head Pit Master Jordan Williams with Co-Pitmaster Richard Smith. Jordan is an Air Force Veteran with passion for competition BBQ. We are a backyard competition team that travels around the Midwest to compete in Iowa Barbecue Society, Minnesota Barbecue Society, and Kansas City Barbecue Society-sanctioned even…

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SCA Worlds Recap with Brennon Nielson 28:45

1M ago28:45

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SCA Worlds Recap with Brennon NielsonBy Thee Anthony Lujan

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Join us to get the new news from Kyle Matuszewski of Your Behind BBQ 1:01:18

2M ago1:01:18

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Kyle and his dad began watching a series called BBQ Pitmasters. They were immediately captivated and the show “lit a fire” under the duo, propelling them to learn to cook competition-style BBQ and eventually compete. That year for Christmas, Kyle bought Jerry a little offset smoker and the two got to work cooking almost every weekend, determined to…

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Meat Hammer Tasting 53:14

2M ago53:14

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Lee Coronado, raised in Perryton, Texas, has always had a passion for experimenting with flavors. As a child, he would mix different sauces and condiments from the fridge together to create unique taste combinations, showcasing his natural curiosity in the kitchen. Lee's journey into the world of barbecue began when his good friend Matt Yara built …

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Join us and Blake, Owner and Creator of Bacana Grills 51:00

2M ago51:00

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Blake lived in Brazil, where he fell in love with churrasco - not just the incredible food but the way it brought people together, connecting them through fire and flavor. When he returned to the U.S., he wanted to bring that tradition home. But nothing quite captured the essence of Brazilian barbecue - so he built it. Bacana makes it easy to bring…

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Join us and Jorey from Juice Workin and Shaan from What_s In De Pot 57:24

2M ago57:24

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Today we are talking about the new Traeger Woodridge pellet smoker.By Thee Anthony Lujan

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Join us to talk to Champion Pitmaster Phil Breeden of LC BBQ 58:47

3M ago58:47

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Phil has competed in over 300 sanctioned competitions (350 to be exact) including IBCA, KCBS, BCA, and LSBS to date. Phil currently has 90 Grand Champion & Reserve Grand Champion wins combined, with over 300k Career Earnings. Phil grew up In Sour Lake, Texas, his love for food started at a young age, and sports fueled his competitive drive to be t…

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Rooster and Greybeard are back!! 1:05:39

3M ago1:05:39

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Rooster and Greybeard are back to help us plan the perfect Valentine's Day!By Thee Anthony Lujan

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2025 BBQ Rub Tournament 48:12

3M ago48:12

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We are excited to announce that we will be conducting a blind tasting of various BBQ rubs to determine the winner of the 2025 BBQ Rub competition. This event will feature a diverse selection of rubs, some of which will be tasted live during the events. Join us for this thrilling experience as we uncover exceptional flavors, ultimately crowning the …

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Phil the Grill 27:01

3M ago27:01

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Self-sufficiency and discipline are hallmarks of Johnson’s persona, ingrained early in his life by his hard-working and devoted parents. Growing up a “latchkey kid” while his parents worked, Johnson learned to cook and take care of himself, while navigating the streets of Manhattan on his own. His parents’ hard work paid off, and they moved their f…

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Jeremy With Flyin' Pig BBQ 55:57

3M ago55:57

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I am a husband, father and bbq athlete! I started doing competition cooking in 2020 and have been hooked ever since. I mainly participate in SCA events, but also compete in backyard and KCBS competitions when the opportunity arises. I just came off my best season overall where I was able to secure the Grand Champion title for both ancillaries and r…

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Casting and Cooking with Tom Jasinski 49:35

4M ago49:35

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I’m a lifelong foodie who’s passionate about bringing people together through bold, approachable recipes. Growing up, I spent countless hours helping make dinner, cooking fish, and baking holiday cookies with my mom. I also learned the art of smoking meat, grilling, and grinding sausage with my dad during our backyard barbecues. These moments insti…

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Colorado Bulldawgs BBQ With Levi Stoakes 1:01:46

4M ago1:01:46

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The teams 2 English Bulldogs, Brisket and Blaze, claim all the glory for the hard work Colorado Bulldawg BBQ puts in to keep winning on the competition BBQ Trail. Their humans, Levi & Jessica, might have something else to say about that! Colorado Bulldawg BBQ got their start in 2015 with just a few competitions each year. Last year the team decided…

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How Low Can You Slow with Jared Pullman 1:02:39

4M ago1:02:39

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Jared Pullman started How Low Can You Slow back in 2016, with the goal to help everyday grill enthusiasts, make better barbecue in their own backyards. Since then, Jared has worked as a content creator and recipe developer, based primarily on Instagram. Jared is a native of New Zealand, which is where his barbecue journey began. Jared is now based …

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BBQ Rub Tasting with - Girls Can Grill 55:44

5M ago55:44

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Christie is the owner of Girls Can Grill® and an award-winning competitive pitmaster. I have cooked on dozens of grills and have at least 30 in my backyard at any given time. I have developed recipes for several companies within the grilling and BBQ industry. I also competed in BBQ Brawl on Food Network and am the host of the BBQ Tips Podcast.…

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JDQ BBQ Rub Tasting 51:18

5M ago51:18

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JDQ BBQ is a family-owned Barbecue Rub Company based in Kansas City, the mecca of Barbecue. We make award-winning Sweet Barbecue Rub with hints of pecan and pepper that complement any meat. Our rub has proven results on the competition bbq circuit, bringing championship flavor to your very own backyard.…

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Join us to visit with Girls Can Grill's Christie Vanover - Holiday Grilling Book 59:24

5M ago59:24

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Join us to visit with Girls Can Grill's Christie Vanover to celebrate the release of her first cookbook, Holiday Grilling!!By Thee Anthony Lujan

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Mardy Rich - Voodoo Roasters Coffee Company 1:00:53

5M ago1:00:53

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Voodoo Roasters Coffee Company: Freshly Brewed Magic Since 2020 Founded in 2020, Voodoo Roasters Coffee Company is your portal to a world of exceptional coffee experiences. We specialize in roasting small batches of the finest beans, offering over 40 unique varieties to tantalize your taste buds. We were born from my passion for coffee & competitio…

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Food Truck Consultant Omar Dominguez 1:15:50

5M ago1:15:50

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Tune into this episode of On The Road: A Food Truck Podcast for an engaging chat with Omar Dominguez, owner of Spicy Consulting in Salt Lake City, Utah. Omar shares his expert advice and insights on what it takes to succeed in the food truck industry. We cover essential topics such as the basics of starting and running a food truck, including busin…

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Marcio Borguezan with Hog Addiction BBQ 1:09:40

6M ago1:09:40

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Welcome to Hog Addiction BBQ MIM Whole Hog World Champions SCA Rib World champions Whole Hog Smokeslam Champions 10 Consecutive MBN Grand Championships in a row(National Record) And many more Grand Championships !By Thee Anthony Lujan

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Business and Commisary's with Aisza Wilde of Shared Kitchen Network 1:17:14

6M ago1:17:14

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In this episode of On The Road: A Food Truck Podcast, we dive into the commissary kitchen business world with special guest Aisza Wilde, the owner of Shared Kitchen Network, a premier commissary located in Salt Lake City, Utah. Join us as we explore the intricacies of operating a commissary and discover its vital role in supporting and nurturing th…

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Tasting with Rylee from Steak Princess BBQ 42:58

6M ago42:58

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Rylee Wright, also known as Steak Princess BBQ, is a passionate Georgia girl who loves to cook. She received her first grill at the age of 8 and now owns nearly 20 grills and smokers, with plans to expand her collection even further. Rylee competes in the Steak Cookoff Association and the backyard division of KCBS, where she has consistently placed…

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Jon from Crazy Gringo BBQ 1:06:13

6M ago1:06:13

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Crazy Gringo BBQ began well before 2019, without me even realizing it. Various experiences in my life led me to discover what brings me peace: cooking for people! I particularly enjoy cooking outdoors on grills, although I'm not limited to that. My culinary journey started when I was a young boy. I joined Cub Scouts around the age of five, and I be…

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BBQ N Bourbon 1:07:34

6M ago1:07:34

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Whiskey drinkers and BBQ addicts. Find them on TikTok and YouTube (barbecuenbourbon), talking, cooking, and tasting, whiskey and BBQ.By Thee Anthony Lujan

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Big Smoke Barbecue 1:02:12

6M ago1:02:12

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Ashley, 31 from England. I got into bbq by mistake, having bought an offset smoker accidentally. I intended to buy a cheap charcoal grill but had no experience or knowledge in what I was buying. That was in the summer of 2020, fast forward 2 years from then and I started my own home takeaway bbq business, and then fast forward another 2 years and w…

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The BBQ Queen - Roxanne Miller 54:54

7M ago54:54

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Hi I’m The BBQ Queen! My name is Roxanne Miller. I am a Wife and a Mother of 3. I grew up in Firebaugh, CA and currently reside in Hanford, CA. I have always been passionate about cooking from a very young age. I loved to cook all types of food so BBQ just seemed like something that would be fun to learn. I started my instagram page in 2016 and cho…

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Backyard Roundtable 1:11:20

7M ago1:11:20

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Join us with three amazing up-and-coming BBQ competition teams! Wild West BBQ, 5XL BBQ, and 1_Bite_BBQ to talk about how they started, what they are doing to improve, and work their way up to beat the pros!

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Jorey Hansen 1:11:24

7M ago1:11:24

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Born in Houston, Texas raised in Utah. Currently live in St. George Utah, I own a private training facility, Prolific Performance and have been a certified personal trainer for 10 years. Owning Prolific for 4 years now. I learned my passion for culinary art from my late Mother Teresa at age 6 she taught me to cook and now I also own a small meal pr…

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SmellaQue Competition BBQ Team 1:03:23

7M ago1:03:23

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Janice Smella is the pitmaster for the SmellaQue Competition BBQ Team. Competing on the bbq circuit since 2014, this three time Canadian National BBQ Champion has travelled and cooked across North America. The SmellaQue consists of her husband and two kids. Occasionally the team has changed, as Janice's teenage daughter has recently begun to cook a…

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Rub Tasting with Bushmaster BBQ Brawler 45:21

8M ago45:21

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Bushmaster BBQ Brawler 01 Brisket Rub, crafted by a veteran and champion pitmast Chris Webb! This seasoning blend is full of flavor and creates a perfect bark every time. Ideal for use in the backyard as well as on the BBQ trail! Whether you're smoking low and slow or grilling hot and fast, this rub will bring out the best in your brisket.…

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Wireless Probe Technology Round Table 59:22

8M ago59:22

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We talk to Christie Vanover and Greg Rempe join us to discuss the newest wireless probe technology.By Thee Anthony Lujan

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The "Crain" Attraction 47:53

8M ago47:53

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Brandon and Katelyn, accomplished cooks with experience in the Steak Cookoff Association (SCA), have made the decision to delve into the realm of barbecue rubs. We will be conducting a live tasting of The "Crain" Attraction. Your presence and any questions you may have are warmly welcomed!By Thee Anthony Lujan

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Matthew Hussey - The Hungry Hussey 1:02:47

8M ago1:02:47

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Matthew Hussey from Trinity, NC. I’m a full-time electrical equipment sales engineer, but when the workday ends, I dive headfirst into my real passion—cooking! I’m the guy behind "The Hungry Hussey" on YouTube, where I’ve been sharing my love for backyard grilling, smoking, and cooking since 2012. It all started in 2012 when I got my first Big Gree…

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The Pitmasters Podcast Team Round Table 1:02:25

9M ago1:02:25

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We will discuss the recent changes to The Pitmasters Podcast, including new team members and their contributions to the show and BBQ community.By Thee Anthony Lujan

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Jacqueline Wise 41:01

9M ago41:01

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Jacqueline Wise, a Cordon Bleu trained professional chef, event designer, forager, and avid gardener, is passionate about hosting epic parties and creating delicious meals, especially those involving fire! With experience at The Ritz London, two Michelin Star restaurants, and Buckingham Palace, Jacqueline now runs several food businesses, including…

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Scott Nardi - We chat about how to get more people cooking again 1:04:44

9M ago1:04:44

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Scott is a competition steak cook and occasional KCBS chicken cook from Shiocton, WI. He started participating in SCA competitions in 2019 and has since collected 22 1st-place wins and a World Championship. When he’s not out on the competition trail he enjoys cooking backyard BBQ at home with his wife Jessica and their 4 dogs & 3 cats.…

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John Kellum @K3llum 1:08:30

9M ago1:08:30

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You can often find John tailgating at home and away Jacksonville Jaguars games. He lives and breathes tailgating; it’s definitely a passion of his. Everything from planning the season's cooks based on opponents to loading the Traegers up in the truck at 6 am. He enjoys those fall Saturdays/Sundays bonding with friends and family over a delicious me…

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Kara from Scale and Tailor 1:03:50

10M ago1:03:50

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Kara, Is that BBQ Mom from Toronto, Canada. You can find her dancing around the kitchen and firing up her grills on the daily. She is a BBQ recipe developer and content creator for some of BBQs biggest names. Sharing her life as a mother of three with energy and a zest for life (pun intended) and BBQ.…

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Leigh Brandon 50:23

10M ago50:23

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Leigh Brandon has lived in Houston for 45 years. She works in Commercial Banking but when she's not banking, you can find her cooking, gardening, or fishing on the weekends. Living in Texas and being close to the Louisiana state line, her dishes are a mix of Southern and Tex-Mex to Cajun inspired. If you were to sit down at her dinner table on a Su…

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Troy Bilbrough with Bacon Brother 1:09:44

10M ago1:09:44

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Troy is a father of 2 young kids, Back to back steak and ancillary champion of NZ 2022 and 2023, two time NZ BBQ Alliance Grand Champion, competes in Australia and the USA, runs a legendary bbq joint, 2 burger joints, a couple of food trucks, a catering business and a micro brewery.By Thee Anthony Lujan

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Smokin' Hoggz BBQ - Bill Gillespie 1:17:07

10M ago1:17:07

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Smokin' Hoggz BBQ is a competition BBQ team from Abington, MA, formed in 2008. What started out as a hobby has turned into a small family business. We have created a line of rubs, sauces, and cookbooks for you to enjoy and share with your friends and family.By Thee Anthony Lujan

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Jeremy Yoder - Mad Scientist BBQ 1:00:47

10M ago1:00:47

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Jeremy Yoder is a barbecue enthusiast from Kentucky who loves to spend time smoking meat and enjoying the rewards of a long cook.By Thee Anthony Lujan

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What's In Da Pot 1:02:34

11M ago1:02:34

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Shaan, He is passionate about creating dishes that combine the warmth and flavor of home with the vibrant influences of Caribbean, Latin, and BBQ traditions. Being raised in Sangre Grande, Trinidad, and Toronto, Canada, food was not only a means of sustenance but also a joyous celebration. I developed a deep appreciation for the rich and diverse fl…

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Logan Chestnut 50:57

11M ago50:57

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We had the pleasure of sitting down with Logan Chestnut, the talented pitmaster of Small Batch BBQ and the charismatic host of the Right On Que Podcast. Our conversation delved into the intricate world of competitive BBQ, exploring the triumphs and challenges of his competition days and the journey that led him to where he is today.…

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Live Tasting With Blazing Star 46:36

11M ago46:36

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Mike Star a 21-year US Air Force Veteran, whose global travels ignited a passion for diverse cultures and flavors. Now, those worldly experiences are infused into every bottle of sauce and seasoning, promising to elevate your backyard gatherings to new heights. Prepare for a culinary adventure where every dish bursts with high-quality ingredients a…

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SCA roundtable with Jonny Cobia, Brennon Nielson and Steve Conaway. Rusty's goodbye 1:07:34

12M ago1:07:34

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SCA roundtable with Jonny Cobia, Brennon Nielson, and Steve Conaway. This is Rusty's Last show. Thank you for all the support and memories. It all has meant more than you will ever know!By Rusty Monson

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