Shootin’ The Que Podcast with Heath Riles

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Olive Branch Mayor Ken Adams Talks City Growth, Business & BBQ | Shootin' the Que Podcast Oct 27, 2026

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This week on Shootin' the Que Podcast, Heath and Candace Riles sit down with Olive Branch, Mississippi Mayor Ken Adams to talk about his journey from FedEx security director and justice court judge to leading one of Mississippi's growing cities. Mayor Adams shares what it takes to run a city, attract new businesses, and plan for future growth, including exciting projects like the Lick Creek Conservatory and CareerTech East. They also dive into his love for grilling, favorite BBQ dishes, and the possibility of bringing a charity BBQ event to Olive Branch to support local first responders. It's a great conversation about community, leadership, growth, and of course, BBQ!

From Memphis in May to the BBQ Hall of Fame with Mark Lambert | Shootin’ The Que Podcast Oct 20, 2026

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This week on Shootin' The Que Podcast, Heath and Candace Riles sit down with Mark Lambert of Sweet Swine O' Mine to talk about his 20+ years in competition BBQ, his five Memphis in May Shoulder Championships, and his recent induction into the 2026 Barbecue Hall of Fame. Mark shares stories from his BBQ journey, receiving the Pioneer of Barbecue Award at The Jack, his love for hunting and fishing, and his work with Faith & Fires Ministry and Operation BBQ Relief. Tune in for a great conversation about BBQ, friendships, and giving back!

The Jack 2026 Recap: Perfect Scores, Heavy Rain & Historic Wins | Shootin' The Que Oct 13, 2026

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Heath and Candace Riles are recapping the 2026 Jack Daniel's World Championship Invitational Barbecue in Lynchburg, Tennessee! From battling heavy rain to earning perfect 180 scores in Chicken and Dessert, they're sharing all the behind-the-scenes moments from The Jack. Plus, hear about B's Que taking Reserve Grand Champion, SmellaQue's historic win, and everything that made this year's competition one to remember. Tune in to Shootin' The Que for competition BBQ stories, laughs, and more!

Jack Daniels' Invitational Preview Oct 06, 2026

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Competition week is here, and we’re headed back to Lynchburg, Tennessee, for the Jack Daniel’s Invitational. In this episode, Heath previews one of the biggest weekends on the competition BBQ calendar, from the legendary Party on the Hill to the competition itself at Wiseman Park. We’ll talk about the cook, the teams, the pressure, and what goes into getting ready for a unique event like the Jack Daniel’s Invitational.

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Heath Riles, pitmaster

• 82x BBQ Grand Champion

• '22, '24, '25, and '26 Memphis in May World Rib Champion

• 2025 & 2026 Memphis in May Grand Champion

• Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections

ACE Hardware Trade Show, Food Science, & Viewer Questions Sep 29, 2026

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In this episode of the Shootin’ The Que Podcast, Heath and Candace recap the ACE Hardware Trade Show, talk food science and the science behind Heath’s world championship ribs, and share some of their favorite strange eats and bites. They also answer viewer questions covering BBQ, cooking, competition, and more.

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Heath Riles, pitmaster

• 82x BBQ Grand Champion

• '22, '24, '25, and '26 Memphis in May World Rib Champion

• 2025 & 2026 Memphis in May Grand Champion

• Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections

Fall Foods and Traditions & Mississippi Dove Hunting Sep 22, 2026

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In this episode of the Shootin’ The Que Podcast, Heath and Candace talk dove hunting traditions, favorite ways to cook dove, and the fall recipes and foods they look forward to every year. They also discuss football season, chili and soups, fall cooking traditions, and how cooler weather can affect your smoker and grill.

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Heath Riles, pitmaster

• 82x BBQ Grand Champion

• '22, '24, '25, and '26 Memphis in May World Rib Champion

• 2025 & 2026 Memphis in May Grand Champion

• Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections

Rib Tenderness, Ole Miss vs. LSU, & New Seasonings Sep 15, 2026

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On this episode, Heath and Candace discuss the Push Pull Rib Test and what it can tell you about rib tenderness, look ahead to the Ole Miss vs. LSU matchup, and talk about the newest seasonings from Heath Riles BBQ. They also catch up on upcoming BBQ travel, events, and everything happening on the road.

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Heath Riles, pitmaster

• 82x BBQ Grand Champion

• '22, '24, '25, and '26 Memphis in May World Rib Champion

• 2025 & 2026 Memphis in May Grand Champion

• Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections

Matt Kusek – Weber Grills, Bourbon, Golf, and the Communities Sep 08, 2026

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On this episode of the Shootin’ The Que Podcast, we sit down with Matt Kusek of Weber Grills to talk grilling, golf, bourbon, and the hobbies that have shaped his career. Matt shares his journey through working with major brands, the story behind The Swoosh Life Podcast, and some of the unique opportunities his interests have created.

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Heath Riles, pitmaster

• 82x BBQ Grand Champion

• '22, '24, '25, and '26 Memphis in May World Rib Champion

• 2025 & 2026 Memphis in May Grand Champion

• Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections

Bob Trudnak – Food Network's BBQ Brawl Season 7 Winner Sep 01, 2026

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We’re back with another episode of the Shootin’ The Que Podcast, and we're joined by our good buddy Bob Trudnak, winner of Season 7 of Food Network’s BBQ Brawl.Bob gives us the inside story on his BBQ Brawl experience, from competing on the show to getting behind the scenes look and everything that came with winning it all. We also talk competition BBQ, his journey through the BBQ world, and what it was like stepping into a completely different side of the industry.Plus, Bob shares what he’s been up to since BBQ Brawl and gives us a look at what’s next.

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Heath Riles, pitmaster

• 82x BBQ Grand Champion

• '22, '24, '25, and '26 Memphis in May World Rib Champion

• 2025 & 2026 Memphis in May Grand Champion

• Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections

Malcom and Rachelle Reed of How to BBQ Right Aug 04, 2026

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This week on the Shootin' The Que Podcast, we're joined by Malcom and Rachelle Reed of How To BBQ Right to talk Malcom's BBQ Hall of Fame induction, the best and strangest bites they've had, hunting season, and much more.

Shop Heath Riles BBQ: https://www.heathrilesbbq.com

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Heath Riles, pitmaster

• 82x BBQ Grand Champion

• '22, '24, '25, and '26 Memphis in May World Rib Champion

• 2025 & 2026 Memphis in May Grand Champion

• Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections