Chris Ashley and Rod Simmons
BBQandTech
BBQandTECH is an energetic dive into all facets of how technology is being used to make everyone’s favorite cookout food, Bar-B-Que. Hosted by lifelong friends, Chris Ashley and Rod Simmons who share a 15+ year tech obsession with all things smoked or grilled, BBQ and Tech will share tips, tricks, and technology to earn you the title of backyard grill master. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Chris Ashley and Rod Simmons
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Latest episode
Feb 6, 2025
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Episodes
What Makes One Cutting Board Better? 25.02.2023 43:25
When it comes to the ultimate cutting board, an end grain cutting board reigns supreme. In the following discussion, we will explain why and examine some of its advantages and disadvantages. Full show notes : Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Superbowl Pastrami and Smoked Meatloaf Results 17.02.2023 59:03
The Superbowl took a backseat to the BBQ we prepared. This was our first attempt at making Pastrami and outside of brining it is much like cooking a brisket with the exception you add no salt to the final seasoning. Full show notes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Superbowl Party Another BBQ Finger Food Menu 10.02.2023 47:57
We like to try new BBQ and invite friends as taste testers. Full Show Notes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Recap Christmas and New Year's BBQ 03.02.2023 56:55
We recap our Christmas and New Year BBQ. While people say good things come in small packages, Rod admits he wants his Prime Rib in a large package. We tried a Phosphate injection to boost the flavor of the Snake River Farm Prime Rib and discuss the results. Full Show Notes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
BBQ Thanksgiving Menu and Ideas 18.11.2022 49:37
Planning the BBQ Thanksgiving feast 2022. It is time to share the planning process we go through for what we plan to prepare for our feast. We plan to use the tip from Pitmaster Tyler on injecting our bird. We are going to try out the Butcher BBQ Bird Booster as an Injector. We also touch on how we make a soup from the turkey and ham bones. Full Show Notes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...
Smoked Chili on the Stumps Smoker 13.11.2022 46:53
It always starts with what can I smoke that I have not smoked before. Late fall and early winter is the perfect time for something hearty and warm and chilli is a perfect fit. Meat Church gave me an inspiration but as always you must throw in your own angle. Full show notes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tips for Better BBQ with French Trained Chef Calvin Riley 28.10.2022 59:33
Chef Calvin Riley is trained in French cuisine, we all love cooking and believe we can learn from everyone. Always wanting to learn from experts. We kicked off the conversation talking about seasonings we felt a conversation about seasonings for different types of meats. We are Backyard Pitmasters so we know all the common seasonings for amazing BBQ. When you have restaurant experience you know ho...
S3 E8: Learning BBQ with Mason Dixon BBQ Services Pitmaster Tyler 21.10.2022 1:01:40
This week we got an expert Pitmaster Tyler from Mason Dixon BBQ in Greencastle PA. We talked about smokers, grills, meats seasonings and how a BBQ shop picks what they sell. To top it off Tyler hit us with his favorite go to seasonings! Only downside is after the show ended we kept talking for 20 minutes and got so many more tips including Smokingwood.com for buying pimento wood. Please check out...
5 Things we have learned from YouTube BBQ Videos 11.10.2022 49:15
We all love a great video where we get a tip that takes our BBQ game up a notch. Today we shared some of the tips we learned that have transformed, improved, or given us a now I get it moment when it comes to our BBQ game. Full show notes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S3 E6: Tailgate themes and inventing a new smoked meat 30.09.2022 39:23
On this week's episode Chris decides he wants a BBQ and Tech take on the Turduken Full show notes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S3 E5: Top 5 BBQ Seasonings We Love 23.09.2022 45:00
Going back to basics and talking about seasonings. Rod and Chris pick their top 5 seasons that they use on a variety of meats. I know you have your favorites please share your go to BBQ Seasonings. Full show notes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S3 E4: Tips for Tailgating with the Ford F-150 Lightning 16.09.2022 44:56
Tailgating with the F-150 Lightning was a dream but when it comes to the young adults delivering the quality sides to complement the meat buffet... let's just say that failed. Full show notes: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S3 E3: Cupcake smoked chicken and final tailgate prep 09.09.2022 42:41
The plan for F-150 Lightning tailgate is taking shape. The Sous VIde machine will be used to help warm up food. Since Chris is not in charge of sides he decided to try out his cupcake Chicken thighs ahead of the event just to make sure he is ready for game day. Full show notes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S3 E2: Planning a tailgate with the Ford F150 Lightning 04.09.2022 31:57
This week’s episode of BBQandTech brings the audience into a very special planning session. In a few weeks, Chris will be catering a football tailgate with a ton of BBQ using the F150 Lightning. Full episode notes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S3 E1: Prepare BBQ ahead and Reheat BBQ For A Party 29.08.2022 54:26
If reheating in a Sous Vide is good enough for Aaron Franklin it is good enough for us. Give a listen to see how it all turned out. Full show notes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 E12: 4th Of July BBQ 01.07.2022 47:25
We kicked this week of talking about Breakfast Fatty's. Chris, as always, wanted to find a way to step up the fatty. Can the eggs be the side dish to the breakfast fatty vs a main ingredient? Can you make a breakfast fatty mini? Why it is important to have a bacon boarder to get a proper fill for your breakfast fatty. Finally, we jumped into what Chris has planned for his 4th of July BBQ celebrati...
100 smoked chickens lessons learned 24.06.2022 38:41
This week’s episode finds Chris recording by himself as Rod is traveling. On this episode, Chris recaps the big 100 chicken quarters cook filled with tips and tricks as well as lessons learned. Not every BBQ smoke session goes smoothly but they all offer an opportunity to learn and get better. Full show notes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Breakfast On The Smoker 17.06.2022 40:13
Not every meal on the smoker needs to be lunch and dinner. Today we talking about Breakfast on the Smoker, specifically the breakfast fatty. Chris has not yet done a Breakfast Fatty and is considering making personal servings. If nothing else the Breakfast Fatty give you another reason to use your smoker and something super simple to make. Full show notes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva...
The Big Brisket Cookoff Results 10.06.2022 47:21
Well the results are in for the Big Brisket Cookoff. To recap we cooked an American Wagyu Brisket, one from our butcher and one from Costco as our Walmart did not have a brisket. The prices were $240, $150, and $75. Our goal was only if we treated each brisket exactly the same could average people tell the difference? Full show notes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Big Brisket Cookoff 03.06.2022 47:58
Chris is using rain as an excuse for not making it to the butcher on Memorial day weekend. Forget memorial day let's talk the Brisket Cookfoff. Our plan for next weekend is three briskets Snake River Farms (the gold standard), Butcher (medium quality), Walmart (Lower end but still great quality). Full episode notes here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Get ready for MEMORIAL DAY 2022 BBQ 27.05.2022 49:52
Rod has to jump on a flight to France, so he called an audible for Chris to handle his Memorial Day cook. This highlights your need for a BBQ friend you know and trust. Chris is going down the path of a reverse sear on a Tomahawk steak and he decided to share the methods that work well. Share your Memorial Day with @RodSimmons @BigChrisAshley #MemorialDay22 Full Show notes : Hosted on Acast....
Smoking 70 Quarter Chickens 20.05.2022 46:58
Your friend his hosting his annual BBQ. The party will have 100 guests and the Pitmasters are asked to prepare the meats. What do they want the Pitmasters to make? Well 24 Baby back ribs, 2 pork shoulders, 3 x 15 lb briskets and 70 chicken quarters. Our friend and Backyard Pitmaster Chris Ashley is tasked with delivering the chicken. Full Show notes : Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...
Flame Boss vs BBQ Guru 13.05.2022 47:47
Chis has been a long time fan and user of the Flameboss but as with many of us learned about BBQ Guru from the legendary series BBQ Pitmasters. Well after deciding to make a change, for the sake of change, he switched to BBQ Guru to see the difference. On this episode he is going to share what he likes and dislikes for each device and if pushed what tech we wants to use to manage the tem...
Our Favorite Things 06.05.2022 47:11
Season 2 Episode 4 of BBQandTech is ready for you to enjoy. This week's episode has the hosts Rod Simmons and Chris Ashley discussing their favorite BBQ tech gadgets. Smoking BBQ is always fun and challenging and for tech lovers there are many devices that can be used to make the process more precise and connected. Full episode notes here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information...
Pulled Pork 29.04.2022 44:27
Maybe pulled pork for a BBQ person is a right of passage. It is the most forgiving cut of meat. We talk about cooking techniques and should you use a butt or shoulder. Full episode notes here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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