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Backyard SmokeMaster BBQ Podcast | All Episodes
Listen to or watch every episode of the Backyard SmokeMaster BBQ Podcast. Stream audio episodes or watch the full video podcast on YouTube....
The Most Useful BBQ Accessories (and the Ones That Collect Dust)
The accessories that actually earn their place on your pit. Episode 97 breaks down the gear that stabilizes your fire, speeds up your prep, takes the guesswork out of temperature,...
BBQ Talk With Captain Ron: Stories, Tips, and Live Q&A
Episode 96 brings Captain Ron on the show to talk about how a Big Green Egg turned into a full-time barbecue career, why he cooks to temperature instead of time,...
Proven Smoking Woods and the Right Time to Use Them
Smoke is an ingredient, not a byproduct. Episode 95 breaks down the seven proven smoking woods, what each one pairs with, how much to use for your specific cooker, and...
3 High-End Charcoal Briquettes Tested — Surprising Results
I tested Fogo's coconut shell briquettes, Meat Church's new hardwood briquettes, and The Good Charcoal's acacia Super Briquets head to head: ash-over time, peak heat, heat retention through a smash...
12 Tremendous Barbecue Hacks to Save Time and Money
12 clever barbecue hacks that save time and money — from cleaning grates with an onion to turning a cooler into a warmer. Practical tricks every backyard pitmaster should know....
10 Common Barbecue Mistakes (and How to Fix Them)
From skipping the preheat to saucing too early, here are the 10 most common barbecue mistakes and the simple fixes that will level up your next cook. ...
Cold Weather BBQ: How to Smoke When It’s Chilly Outside
Cold weather doesn't end barbecue season — it changes it. Learn how wind, moisture, and low temps affect your smoker, plus fuel tips, gear setup, and the best cuts for...
The Secret to Successful, Juicy BBQ Chicken Every Time
The secret to juicy BBQ chicken with bite-through skin: white vs. dark meat pull temps, why to cook hotter, spatchcocking, and the mistakes to avoid....
Why Resting Meat Is Important to Perfecting Your BBQ
Why resting meat matters in BBQ: the science of juice redistribution, carryover cooking, cooler holds vs. counter rests, and when to slice for juicier results....
How To BBQ When You’re Away From Home
Think your BBQ skills are stuck in your backyard? Think again. Whether you're headed to a tailgate, campsite, beach, or vacation rental, great BBQ is 100% portable — you just...