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,...

I tested direct heat St. Louis spare ribs on the Smokeslinger using three different rubs — and the winner might surprise you. Simple salt and pepper outperformed everything, and the...

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Leftover barbecue doesn’t have to feel like leftovers. In this episode, we share smart, flavorful ways to remix brisket, pulled pork, ribs, and smoked chicken into brand-new meals — without...

A wide-ranging Ask Me Anything episode where we answer real BBQ questions from the community — from choosing your first smoker and avoiding over-smoking, to brisket confidence, wood selection, and...

Barbecue is full of rules, traditions, and “best practices” that get repeated without question. In this episode, we break down some of the most common BBQ myths — from smoke...

When people talk barbecue, the spotlight almost always goes to the meat. Brisket. Ribs. Pulled pork. Sausage. And don’t get me wrong — the pit should get the glory. But...

Ribs are one of the most rewarding cooks in barbecue — and also one of the easiest to overthink. Between different cuts, wrapping debates, cook times, and tenderness myths, it’s...

If you’ve been thinking about tackling your first brisket — or if your last one didn’t hit the mark — this guide is for you. Brisket can feel intimidating. It’s...

Every pitmaster knows the smoker gets all the glory — but your knives do the real heavy lifting. From trimming brisket to slicing ribs, a sharp, well-balanced knife makes everything...