Shootin’ The Que Podcast with Heath Riles

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Costa Rica Fishing Trip, Easter Weekend, and 3-2-1 Ribs Backlash Apr 14, 2026

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On this week’s podcast, Heath recaps an epic Costa Rica fishing trip filled with blue marlin, billfish, and nonstop action offshore. Heath and Candace also talk through their Easter weekend, and Heath dives into the recent backlash around his take on the 3-2-1 rib method. Hear why he thinks it’s outdated, overrated, and what he believes works better for great ribs.

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Chapters:

Intro (0:00)

Busy BBQ Season (0:40)

Costa Rica Fishing Trip (4:33)

Easter Recap (24:00)

3-2-1 Ribs (27:11)

Outro (41:29)

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Heath Riles, pitmaster• 81x BBQ Grand Champion• '22, '24, and '25 Memphis in May World Rib Champion • 2025 Memphis in May Grand Champion• Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections

Spring Grilling, Easter Recipes, and Hawaiian Ribeyes Mar 31, 2026

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Welcome to another episode of the Shootin' The Que podcast! With Spring grilling on everyone's mind, Heath and Candace talk about his popular Hawaiian Ribeye recipe, what they look forward to on Easter, and what makes the perfect Easter Ham. Be sure to comment your favorites below!

00:00 - Start

00:50 - Spring Grilling

02:50 - Spring Dishes

03:50 - Hawaiian Ribeye

13:10 - Easter

16:42 - Deviled Eggs

21:50 - Collins Helping

23:30 - Crazy Foods/Dislikes

27:04 - Easter Ham

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Heath Riles, pitmaster

• 81x BBQ Grand Champion,

• 2022, 2024 & 2025 Memphis in May World Rib Champion

• 2025 Memphis in May Grand Champion

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

#podcast #food #Easter #grilling #spring #recipes

Easter Ham Pre-Sale, Family Traditions, & The Mustard Fish Controversy Mar 24, 2026

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Want to make people go crazy? Talk about putting mustard on fish! That's what Heath did on a recent episode of the Shootin' The Que podcast and the internet had a lot of feelings about it. There is also some big to share: we are pre-selling Easter hams complete with Heath Riles Seasonings. Find out more details on today's podcast!

00:00 - Start

00:38 - Easter Is On Its Way

05:30 - Travel Family Food Traditions

11:00 - The Mustard Fish Backlash

21:20 - Smoked Shotgun Shells

28:40 - Viewer's Favorite BBQ Hot Takes

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Heath Riles, pitmaster

• 81x BBQ Grand Champion,

• 2022, 2024 & 2025 Memphis in May World Rib Champion

• 2025 Memphis in May Grand Champion

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

#heathrilesbbq #podcast #easter #food #tradition #controversy #hottake #backlash #bbq

Key West Invitational Recap: Key Lime Pie, Sandbar Cooking, & Best Bites Mar 17, 2026

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One of the biggest cooking events in Key West just took place and Heath and Candace are back with a full report. Is the best Key Lime Pie in Key West really that great? Have you ever heard of a Philly Sandwich made with fish? Who's celebration ended with broken bones? This is a BIG recap episode of the Shootin' The Que podcast!

00:00 - Start

01:30 - First Day Food & Settling In

07:00 - The Best Key Lime Pie In Key West?

13:30 - Tournament Fishing Day & The Best Restaurant

20:00 - Heath's Big Ordering Mistake

23:15 - Saturday At The Sandbar

28:00 - The Oldest Restaurant In Key West

31:00 - Sunday's Cooking Competition

37:00 - Big Winners & Broken Feet

43:00 - Changes For Next Year

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Heath Riles, pitmaster

• 81x BBQ Grand Champion,

• 2022, 2024 & 2025 Memphis in May World Rib Champion

• 2025 Memphis in May Grand Champion

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

#podcast #keywest #best #worst #fishing #competition #winner #florida

Bourbon, BBQ Season, & Viewer Questions Mar 10, 2026

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Which bourbon is overrated? What bottle of Pappy's is the best? When it comes to barbecue season, what are the priorities? Heath and Candace take on some of your biggest bourbon and barbecue season related questions in today's episode of the Shootin' The Que podcast!

0:00 - Start

0:50 - New YouTube Bourbon Segment

8:15 - What Are You Looking For In A Bourbon?

13:35 - Elmer T. Lee

17:00 - Spring BBQ Season

24:45 - What Is Contest Load-In Like?

29:30 - Rib Prep Per Contest

31:50 - Viewer Questions

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Affiliate Disclaimer: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links where we may earn a small commission if you use them. This is no additional cost to you

Heath Riles, pitmaster

• 81x BBQ Grand Champion,

• 2022, 2024 & 2025 Memphis in May World Rib Champion

• 2025 Memphis in May Grand Champion

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

#contenst #food #bourbon #podcast #best #heathrilesbbq #ribs #pappys #weller

Bear and Jenn Holeman Discuss the Key West Invitational & Ace Hardware Trade Show Recap Mar 03, 2026

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It's officially Key West Invitational Week! Bear and Jenn Holeman stopped by the podcast last week to talk a little about the event and of course that great Key West fishing. Last week also wrapped up another Ace Hardware Trades Show, hear Heath tell Candace about some of the best places to stop in Kentucky for Cuban food and why mustard really is a great binder. There is a lot packed into this week's episode of the Shootin' The Que podcast!

00:00 - Start

03:00 - Weather and Fishing Conditions

06:04 - W Sauce Growth and Market Trends

08:57 - Bear's Fishing Journey and Industry Insights

14:53 - Impact of Technology on Fishing Practices

19:05 - Key West Invitational Changes and Enhancements

29:00 - Ace Hardware Trade Show

23:25 - Eating Chicken At The Eagle

37:00 - Who's Who At The Ace Trade Show

42:00 - The Great Binder Debate

46:00 - Cuban Food At La Bodeguita De Mima

52:25 - Sidebar At Whiskey Row

59:00 - Changes For Next Ace Trade Show

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Heath Riles, pitmaster

• 81x BBQ Grand Champion,

• 2022, 2024 & 2025 Memphis in May World Rib Champion

• 2025 Memphis in May Grand Champion

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

#podcast #keywest #bbq #food #fishing #bourbon #acehardware #cubanfood #mustard #heathrilesbbq

Craig Verhage – The BBQ Ninja: New Royal Oak Charcoal Products & Alligator Hunting Feb 24, 2026

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Craig Verhage is back on the podcast! The BBQ Ninja sits down with Heath and Candace to discuss some of the amazing new Royal Oak products that are about to hit the market, the importance of giving back to your community, and the best ways to cook alligator. Look for all new episodes of the Shootin' The Que podcast every Tuesday!

0:00 - Start

0:22 - Craig Verhage

2:30 - When Is Charcoal Season?

7:00 - New Royal Oak Products

11:20 - Becoming The BBQ Ninja

17:15 - Day To Day

22:00 - Standout Events

31:20 - Hunting & Cooking Alligator

40:00 - Wild Game Dinner

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Heath Riles, pitmaster

• 81x BBQ Grand Champion,

• 2022, 2024 & 2025 Memphis in May World Rib Champion

• 2025 Memphis in May Grand Champion

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

#podcast #royaloak #charcoal #alligator #charity #givingback #bbqninja #bbq #cooking #hunting

The Big Game Recap, Cooking With Friends, & Looking Ahead to BBQ Season Feb 17, 2026

Show notes

While the main event might have been a little lackluster, the food definitely was not! Heath and Candace recap some of their favorite bites from the big game, take a look at some of the knockout Cooking With Friends recipes that have come out lately, and get ready for a very busy travel schedule on today's episode of the Shootin' The Que podcast!

0:00 - Start

0:25 - Was It Really A "Super" Bowl?

6:00 - Most Popular Event Dishes

7:00 - Overall Thoughts About The Game

10:40 - Cooking With Friends

16:30 - Mike Starr's Peach Ribs

20:40 - Brianna Stark's Smoked Lasagna

27:40 - Very Busy Next Few Weeks

39:40 - Looking Ahead To Memphis In May

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Heath Riles, pitmaster

• 81x BBQ Grand Champion,

• 2022, 2024 & 2025 Memphis in May World Rib Champion

• 2025 Memphis in May Grand Champion

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

#food #football #favorite #podcast #ribs #mikestarr #lasagna #briannastark #acehardware #keywest #fishing #competition #memphisinmay

The Best Venison Chili, Budget Friendly Valentine's, & The Ice Storm Feb 10, 2026

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The massive ice storm brought the area to a standstill and Heath and Candace were caught in one of the worst hit areas. But things are starting to return to normal and they are back to discuss everything from the biggest tip to cooking with venison, Heath's brand new chili seasoning, and how to have a delicious Valentine's Day dinner without blowing your budget, it's all happening on today's episode of the Shootin' The Que podcast!

0:00 - Start

0:35 - After Effects Of Crippling Ice Storm

10:33 - Brand New Chili Seasoning

13:45 - How To Cook With Deer Meat

22:30 - Different Types Of Game In Chili

26:00 - Valentine's Day Is Coming

35:55 - Budget Friendly Valentine's Meal

39:40 - Best BBQ Restaurants For Valentine's

44:48 - Unique Dishes Made Out Of Barbecue

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Affiliate Disclaimer: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links where we may earn a small commission if you use them. This is no additional cost to you

Heath Riles, pitmaster

• 81x BBQ Grand Champion,

• 2022, 2024 & 2025 Memphis in May World Rib Champion

• 2025 Memphis in May Grand Champion

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

#icestorm #podcast #mississippi #hunting #deer #recipe #best #valentines #onabudget

Breanna Stark - Married To BBQ: Texas BBQ , TikTok Stardom, & Best BBQ Bites Feb 03, 2026

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You've heard about those folks who become famous overnight thanks to TikTok, well now you get to learn all about one of them! Meet Breanna Stark, who cut her teeth in the competitive world of Texas barbecue and then one video later found herself cooking on the world's stage. Hear about her transition from competition to content, some of the biggest lessons she's learned and where to find the best bite of brisket in Texas in today's episode of the Shootin' The Que podcast!

0:00 - Start

0:15 - Breanna Stark, Married To BBQ

3:30 - Difference Between IBCA & KCBS

11:00 - So Much Can Change In 10 Years

16:50 - BBQ Friends Encourage Each Other

21:20 - Biggest Lessons In Competition BBQ

30:00 - Beef Tallow For Skin

35:25 - Going From Competition To Recipe Videos

41:50 - Ah-ha Moment In Video

44:45 - Responding To Internet Trolls

52:00 - What IS Memphis Barbecue?

55:00 - Best BBQ Bite Ever?

01:06:00 - Having Doors Opened

01:15:00 - Life Before BBQ

01:20:00 - Finding Married To BBQ Online

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Affiliate Disclaimer: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links where we may earn a small commission if you use them. This is no additional cost to you

Heath Riles, pitmaster

• 81x BBQ Grand Champion,

• 2022, 2024 & 2025 Memphis in May World Rib Champion

• 2025 Memphis in May Grand Champion

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

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