The Pitmaster's Podcast

Born in Houston, Texas raised in Utah. Currently live in St. George Utah, I own a private training facility, Prolific Performance and have been a certified personal trainer for 10 years. Owning Prolific for 4 years now. I learned my passion for culinary art from my late Mother Teresa at age 6 she taught me to cook and now I also own a small meal prep/catering company called Juicy's Kitchen! I was...

Janice Smella is the pitmaster for the SmellaQue Competition BBQ Team. Competing on the bbq circuit since 2014, this three time Canadian National BBQ Champion has travelled and cooked across North America. The SmellaQue consists of her husband and two kids. Occasionally the team has changed, as Janice's teenage daughter has recently begun to cook as a solo team challenging Janice and other teams a...

Bushmaster BBQ Brawler 01 Brisket Rub, crafted by a veteran and champion pitmast Chris Webb! This seasoning blend is full of flavor and creates a perfect bark every time. Ideal for use in the backyard as well as on the BBQ trail! Whether you're smoking low and slow or grilling hot and fast, this rub will bring out the best in your brisket.

We talk to Christie Vanover and Greg Rempe join us to discuss the newest wireless probe technology.

Brandon and Katelyn, accomplished cooks with experience in the Steak Cookoff Association (SCA), have made the decision to delve into the realm of barbecue rubs. We will be conducting a live tasting of The "Crain" Attraction. Your presence and any questions you may have are warmly welcomed!

Matthew Hussey from Trinity, NC. I'm a full-time electrical equipment sales engineer, but when the workday ends, I dive headfirst into my real passion—cooking! I'm the guy behind "The Hungry Hussey" on YouTube, where I've been sharing my love for backyard grilling, smoking, and cooking since 2012. It all started in 2012 when I got my first Big Green Egg. That was the moment I became a certified "E...

We will discuss the recent changes to The Pitmasters Podcast, including new team members and their contributions to the show and BBQ community.

Jacqueline Wise, a Cordon Bleu trained professional chef, event designer, forager, and avid gardener, is passionate about hosting epic parties and creating delicious meals, especially those involving fire! With experience at The Ritz London, two Michelin Star restaurants, and Buckingham Palace, Jacqueline now runs several food businesses, including @Positivelydeliciousfood for Nomadic Fire-Cookery...

Scott is a competition steak cook and occasional KCBS chicken cook from Shiocton, WI. He started participating in SCA competitions in 2019 and has since collected 22 1st-place wins and a World Championship. When he's not out on the competition trail he enjoys cooking backyard BBQ at home with his wife Jessica and their 4 dogs & 3 cats.

You can often find John tailgating at home and away Jacksonville Jaguars games. He lives and breathes tailgating; it's definitely a passion of his. Everything from planning the season's cooks based on opponents to loading the Traegers up in the truck at 6 am. He enjoys those fall Saturdays/Sundays bonding with friends and family over a delicious meal. More recently, he has dipped his toe into the...

Kara, Is that BBQ Mom from Toronto, Canada. You can find her dancing around the kitchen and firing up her grills on the daily. She is a BBQ recipe developer and content creator for some of BBQs biggest names. Sharing her life as a mother of three with energy and a zest for life (pun intended) and BBQ.

Leigh Brandon has lived in Houston for 45 years. She works in Commercial Banking but when she's not banking, you can find her cooking, gardening, or fishing on the weekends. Living in Texas and being close to the Louisiana state line, her dishes are a mix of Southern and Tex-Mex to Cajun inspired. If you were to sit down at her dinner table on a Sunday afternoon, you would be met with Texas smoked...

Troy is a father of 2 young kids, Back to back steak and ancillary champion of NZ 2022 and 2023, two time NZ BBQ Alliance Grand Champion, competes in Australia and the USA, runs a legendary bbq joint, 2 burger joints, a couple of food trucks, a catering business and a micro brewery. 

Smokin' Hoggz BBQ is a competition BBQ team from Abington, MA, formed in 2008. What started out as a hobby has turned into a small family business. We have created a line of rubs, sauces, and cookbooks for you to enjoy and share with your friends and family.

Jeremy Yoder is a barbecue enthusiast from Kentucky who loves to spend time smoking meat and enjoying the rewards of a long cook.

Shaan,    He is passionate about creating dishes that combine the warmth and flavor of home with the vibrant influences of Caribbean, Latin, and BBQ traditions. Being raised in Sangre Grande, Trinidad, and Toronto, Canada, food was not only a means of sustenance but also a joyous celebration. I developed a deep appreciation for the rich and diverse flavors of my heritage. For instance, Sunday lunc...

We had the pleasure of sitting down with Logan Chestnut, the talented pitmaster of Small Batch BBQ and the charismatic host of the Right On Que Podcast. Our conversation delved into the intricate world of competitive BBQ, exploring the triumphs and challenges of his competition days and the journey that led him to where he is today.

Mike Star a 21-year US Air Force Veteran, whose global travels ignited a passion for diverse cultures and flavors. Now, those worldly experiences are infused into every bottle of sauce and seasoning, promising to elevate your backyard gatherings to new heights. Prepare for a culinary adventure where every dish bursts with high-quality ingredients and bold, perfectly balanced flavors. Say goodbye t...

SCA roundtable with Jonny Cobia, Brennon Nielson, and Steve Conaway.  This is Rusty's Last show.  Thank you for all the support and memories. It all has meant more than you will ever know!    

We chatted with Keith Wineinger of the Burn Shop. He makes custom grills for all types of smokers, grills, and other appliances. We had a blast chatting with him, and you'll love what he offers. Head over to  the Burn Shops Website and check them out. 

We chat with Chris Ayres of Zia Smoke BBQ .  We chat about why chopped brisket is better and why you should never say you cook better than a restaurant pitmaster....  and of course a whole lot more. 

We talk with Caray Ann Sharp of Hot Mess Express. She won a few big steak comps, and her method is, well, different. Join us to discuss more the philosophy of comps than the methods. 

We talk to Mike Erickson Founder of National High School BBQ Association about what he is doing to keep the bbq flame going in our youth through high school bbq comps,  Tune in and check out The National High School BBQ Association 

We catch up with Brett Galloway co-founder of the SCA.  We talk about his new book, the world championship and more.  

This week we tried to get a guest but they had other plans.  Instead, you get the first episode of Rusty's new food truck podcast.  We hope you enjoy.  We will back to 100% this next week