Pit Life BBQ

Today Johnnie is joined by Michael Goff of King Louie's Meat Apostles. It’s been a while since his last visit to the show, the guys catch up on everything Michael has got going on including the new products in his line, things he’s working on and his involvement in High School BBQ!   Check Out King Louie's Meat Apostles: https://www.meatapostles.com/ Check Out High School BBQ League: https://www.h...

Today we are in for a real treat, Johnnie is joined by the G.O.A.T Darren Warth of Smokey D's BBQ and the Que The Mic podcast. Together they are talking about competition, catering, restaurants, podcasting and much more. You’re going to want to tune in for this episode!!   Check Out Smokey D’s BBQ: https://smokeydsbbq.com/   Magnechef Link: https://magnechef.com/ For 10% Off Your Order use promo C...

Today Johnnie is joined by the VP of Sales and Marketing of Kenyon International, Inc. Mike Williams. Kenyon International, Inc. is the largest manufacturer in North America of two burner ceramic glass cooktops and high quality stainless steel electric grills. Mike is here to talk about Kenyon’s fantastic range of electric grills, how they stack up against and can be more versatile than a live fir...

Today Johnnie is joined by Thyron “Big T” Mathews of T&T BBQ and Catering. Big T is a man of many talents, Barbecuer, caterer, law enforcement,YouTuber and  Netflix Barbecue Showdown CHAMPION!!!   Check Out T&T BBQ and Catering: https://www.facebook.com/TTBbqAndCatering/     Magnechef Link: https://magnechef.com/ For 10% Off Your Order use promo Code: FREEDOM LIVES      Follow / Watch / Listen to...

Today Johnnie is joined by Anthony Schanhals, owner and creator of Fire Cups. Fire Cups are 100% all natural handmade fire starters. Great for all your BBQ and Camping needs. Fire Cups are used in all aspects of the outdoors! Camping, Fishing, Hunting, Winter Adventures, Fire Pits, Camp Fires, and anything that requires fire, these can be used in all environments. No matter the weather, cold, hot,...

Today Johnnie is chatting with Aaron Lesley of Texas Oil Dust LLC . They’ll be talking about Aaron’s beginnings, his company, competitions, and everything in between.   Get your hands on some Texas Oil Dust today: https://texas-oil-dust.myshopify.com/   Magnechef Link: https://magnechef.com/ For 10% Off Your Order use promo Code: FREEDOM LIVES      Follow / Watch / Listen to Us On: Podbean: https:...

Today on the show Johnnie is joined by butcher, pilot and author, Matt Moore. To talk about Matts new book Butcher On The Block: Everyday Recipes, Stories, and Inspirations from Your Local Butcher and Beyond.   Get your copy of Butcher on the Block Today: https://www.amazon.com/Butcher-Block-Everyday-Recipes-Inspirations/dp/0358670306   Magnechef Link: https://magnechef.com/ For 10% Off Your Order...

For today’s show Johnnie is replaying one of his favorite episodes TD's Rubs and Sauces Rock! In this throwback episode Johnny is joined by his old co-host and good buddy Greg “the BBQ Broker DiGiorgio. Together they are talking to Tearl Dunlap of TD's Brew and BBQ, to talk about the incredible rubs and sauces they have created.   Check Out TD’s Brew and BBQ: Web: https://tdsbrewandbbq.com/ FB: ht...

Today on the show Johnnie is joined by Orlando Javier Acosta of Gourmet Wood Products Inc. Gourmet Wood® Products, Inc. is one of the largest producers of cooking wood in the United States. They carry the most sought-after species of hardwood, Mesquite, Hickory, Pecan, three different Oak species and many types of fruit wood. Their commitment to their customers is as simple now as it was when they...

Today, Rich of Big Rich's Gourmet Hot Sauce and Marinade joins Johnnie live in studio.  Together they are going to talk about Rich’s BBQ sauces, marinades and hot sauces, while Johnnie tries them. Will Mags be able to withstand the heat or will he have to tap out?..............tune in to find out.   Check Out Big Rich's Gourmet Hot Sauce and Marinade: https://www.bigrichshotsauce.com/   Magnechef...

On today’s show Johnnie is joined by a bit of a legend, Stirling “Big Poppa” Ball from Big Poppa Smokers. Son of famed guitarist Eenie Ball, Big Poppa is such an awesome and down to earth guy, together they are going to talk competition bbq, bbq retail, bbq content creating, and if there’s time guitars!!!   Check out Big Poppa Smokers: https://www.facebook.com/bigpoppasmokers/   Magnechef Link: ht...

Today Johnnie is joined by local BBQ pro, Rico Pasquale of Q Shanty BBQ Team. They talk about the local comps coming up, how Rico got into BBQ and the fantastic charity work Q Shanty is doing.   Follow Q Shanty: FB:   https://www.facebook.com/QShantybbq/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/qshantybbq/?hl=en   Magnechef Link: https://magnechef.com/ For 10% Off Your Order use promo Code: FREEDOM LIVES   ...

On todays show Johnnie and guest host C-Mac (Cmac Cooks) are joined by Chris Sussman of The BBQ Buddha to talk about his new book The Ultimate Big Green Egg Cookbook! The All-in-One Guidebook to Making Incredible Food in Your Live-Fire Cooker. Packed with 100 mouthwatering recipes and vibrant photography, this is the only book you’ll need. Chris Sussman, a.k.a. The BBQ Buddha™, is here to help you...

Today Johnnie is joined by Irene Sharp and Desi Longinidis, better known as The Grill Sisters. The Sisters are here to talk about some exciting news, they are releasing their first book: The Grill Sisters Guide to Legendary BBQ. It actually went ON SALE TODAY!!!! The book invites readers to join the Grill Sisters as they teach you how to fire up juicy, tender, competition-worthy BBQ right in your...

Today Johnnie is talking with Dave Bettendorf of Still There Shine Sauce out of North Carolina. Cooking professionally for 30+ years has given Dave the opportunity to perfect his palate and create Still There Bbq sauces. The process started in 2007, with an old stock pot and an idea.  He wanted to engage the history of the region and deliver a product that would be different yet easily applicable....

Today Johnnie is joined by James Grubbs and William Plotz, two members of the “For Love of Q” BBQ team. The guys are going to tell us all about the team and the other members who couldn’t be here with us today. We hear all about their invitation to represent South Africa at MEATSTOCK 2023 (hosted in Sydney, Australia) and some other great BBQ stories…..so stay tuned…..   Check Out For the Love of...

Today Johnnie is joined by Jenn Leigh. Jenn is the Director of the Danny Dietz Memorial Classic BBQ Cookoff, which is part of the Danny Dietz memorial classic. Jen is here to tell us all exactly who Danny Dietz is (if you don’t already know) and what the event is all about. The Danny Dietz Memorial Classic BBQ Cook Off and JPA Kids Que is set to be held on September 8th-9th, 2023 at Yogi Bear's Je...

Today Johnnie is joined by Scott Licamele of Manchester Barbecue Pellets. Fresh off a First Place prize at the National Barbecue & Grilling Association 2023 Awards of Excellence. Together they are chatting about Scotts win, how he got started in BBQ, what made him get into the bbq pellet game and also what’s on the horizon for his BBQ  adventures.   Check Out Manchester BBQ Pellets today: https://...

Today Johnnie is having a “Snow Day” with the blizzard here in NH being out of control we are going to turn today into THROWBACK TUESDAY, so sit back, relax and enjoy  one of Johnnies favorite episodes…….. The Award-Winning Bullhorn BBQ Today we’ve got Rob Arocha from Bullhorn BBQ and the So Smokin’ Gooder Show. He has won best party at the American Royal three years in a row.   Check out Bullhorn...

Today, in part two of Pit Life BBQ’s firs ever Two Part show, Johnnie is still joined by former co-host  Greg the BBQ Broker  and also CJ of Mama & Papa Joe’s BBQ. In part one the guys covered how to shop for the best meat for your BBQ Comp and now in part two they are talking about how to prep your meat for the Comp. How to trim your meats, can you trim too much? Which are the best ribs to use? A...

Today, in part one of Pit Life BBQ’s firs ever Two Part show, Johnnie is joined by friend and former co-host, the BBQ Broker himself, Greg DiGiorgio, AND if that isn’t enough he is also being joined by Clarence Joseph of Mama & Papa Joe’s BBQ. Today the guys are talking about how to choose the best meats for BBQ Competition. What kinds of things to look for when choosing the best brisket, what are...

Today Johnnie is joined by everyone’s favorite uncle, Uncle Steve of Uncle Steve’s Shake. Johnnie is hours away from getting on the road to join Uncle Steve, Daddy Dutch, CJ and many more of the BBQ family at the Huston Livestock and Rodeo Show. The week long event kicks off with a BBQ comp and today Johnnie and uncle Steve are talking all about what people can expect to experience at the Comp. we...

Today Johnnie is joined by his BBQ brother, Bill Purvis of Chicken Fried BBQ. Together they are talking about talk about Bill’s Grand Championship at this year’s San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo .  If you want to know his cooking tips and tricks he’ll let you know how to get those too.   Check Out Bill’s Classes at BBQ Champs Academy:   https://bbqchamps.com/   Checkout Chicken Fried BBQ: https://ch...

Today Johnnie is joined by Matt Pereira of Matt’s Backyard BBQ. Matt tells us about his journey into BBQ and what has been going on in his latest BBQ adventures     Checkout Matt’s Backyard BBQ: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063778403026     Magnechef Link: https://magnechef.com/ For 10% Off Your Order use promo Code: FREEDOM LIVES      Follow / Watch / Listen to Us On: Podbean: https...

Today Johnnie is talking with World Champion Craig Sharry of Texas Pepper Jelly . Craig started doing BBQ competitions in 2005, He already enjoyed cooking, but the challenge of getting a walk to the stage was adrenalin pumping. While Craig was in pursuit of the wins, behind the scenes he was creating his award-winning Pineapple Habanero Jelly. This product along with the others he has created has...