May The Smoke Be With You BBQ Podcast

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David Figueroa - Owner Melinda's Foods May 18, 2023

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This one gets spicy as we talk all things hot sauce and more! We are joined by co-founder and owner of Melinda's Foods David Figueroa. David shares what food was like growing up, how it affected his culinary view, running the business with his brother Greg and what causes hiccups.

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May The Fourth Be With You Giveaway Special May 11, 2023

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Our May The Fourth Be With You Giveaway is bigger and better than ever this year. To enter click this link!

Matt Moore - Author Butcher and the Block May 04, 2023

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Author. Entrepreneur. Cook. Musician. Host. Pilot. Adventurer. Southern Gentleman.

These are just some of the words used to describe Nashville, TN based Matt Moore.

Moore's work has garnered critical acclaim as far reaching as the BBC and CBC to The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, Atlanta Constitution, Chicago Tribune, People, Southern Living, Esquire, Men's Journal, TODAY, VH1, FOX, Hallmark, The Art of Manliness, and countless others.

As a chef, Moore specializes in updated Southern cuisine with Mediterranean and Middle Eastern influences. He's also a cast-iron and wild game enthusiast.

His work, A Southern Gentleman's Kitchen (TIME Inc Books) released as an Amazon #1 in Spring 2015. His best-selling follow-up, The South's Best Butts was named the #1 cookbook by the National BBQ and Grilling Association for 2018. His book, Serial Griller (HMH 2020) was widely acclaimed upon release and featured on CBS, TODAY, PEOPLE, and beyond. His current release, Butcher and the Block, releases May 9, 2023.

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Scott Bartlow - Bartlow's BBQ Apr 20, 2023

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Scott Bartlow is a self taught BBQ Jedi Master. He desires to teach others the way of the smoke and save people from the mistakes he's made.

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Susie Bulloch - Hey Grill Hey! Apr 13, 2023

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Susie Bulloch is creator of the iconic BBQ brand Hey Grill Hey! In this episode we hear the story of how the brand was born (in a grocery store), her own culinary journey and how her network of close friends makes her and her brand better.

Al Frugoni - Argentinian Live Fire Legend Dec 09, 2022

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Al Frugoni is a live fire legend...a true Jedi when it comes to cooking over the live flame. IN this weeks episode you will hear his journey from Argentina to Italy and finally Texas where he now resides with his wife and family. He cooks up amazing traditional Argentinian food as well as legit Texas BBQ.

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Culinary legend Steven Raichlen American Nov 10, 2022

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Culinary legend Steven Raichlen American joins us on this episode where we talk about his rich history in live fire cooking and his 30+ cookbooks. A multiple James Beard award winner Not only is he an expert over the fire he has written a novel as well. Hear how this French lit major went on to become the leading voice in live fire cooking.

My Top Five BBQ Joints! Oct 20, 2022

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I get asked all the time where are my favorite BBQ joints are and in this episode I answer that question with my TOP FIVE. This was really tough as I have had the chance to eat at many great BBQ restaurants. I also made this list knowing that there are so many great and iconic BBQ establishments that I have not yet visited...so for now this is my list!

In addition I asked some friends who their favorites are - so you will hear what David Olson (Live Fire Republic), Scott Thomas (Grillin Fools), Heath Riles, Chris Thomas (Made South), Susie Bulloch (Hey Grill Hey), Adam McKenzie (This Jew Can Cue) and Matthew Statham (Saw's BBQ) all said their top spots were!

Scott Thomas - The Grillin Fool Oct 06, 2022

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With over 700k followers on Instagram Scott Thomas knows a thing or two about BBQ and social media. He is a trusted brand ambassador and a curator of some of the most delicious content you will see anywhere on social media. He also runs Build Media, a social media firm dedicated to helping brands grow their influence via all social platforms. He recently launched Grillin Fools VIP which is a subscription site giving their members access to great deals on all the grilling essentials.

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Chris Sussman - The BBQ Buddha & Big Green Egg Team Member Sep 29, 2022

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Chris Sussman, AKA The BBQ Buddha, is a long time member of the Big Green Egg team and a live fire expert. In this episode we talk about his history with the Big Green Egg brand and the early days of Instagram where he quickly found a large following.

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Smoke The BBQ Buddha Cigar - www.cigarclub.com use bbqbuddha for 20% off

Get Chris's cookbook: Four Fundamentals of Smoking by Chris Sussman