Pit Life BBQ

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...

Today Johnnie is joined by Kathy Trainor of Inclusive BBQ Events to talk about the 2023 competition season. They discuss the big events of the year, the events that you shouldn’t miss and any new events coming out this year.   Checkout Inclusive BBQ Events: https://www.facebook.com/inclusiveBBQinc   Magnechef Link: https://magnechef.com/ For 10% Off Your Order use promo Code: FREEDOM LIVES      Fo...

Johnnie is stuck in the truck today so he has picked one of his favorite episodes he wants to re play for your enjoyment .......YOUR BEHIND BBQ!!! Today Johnny is joined by Kyle Matuszewski of Your Behind BBQ. They’re talking bbq, steaks, comps, and everything in between. Turnip Soup Cartel in the house!!   Check Out Your Behind BBQ: https://www.facebook.com/YourBehindBBQ   Magnechef Link: https:/...

Today, Johnnie is talking with Christopher Sandor, who runs the super popular Weber Kettleheadz Facebook group. Christopher is an amazing backyard griller that makes , today we are going to learn more about the Kettleheadz group and some of his amazing cooks.   Check Out Weber Kettleheadz: https://www.facebook.com/groups/159261178029021   Magnechef Link: https://magnechef.com/ For 10% Off Your Ord...

Today, Johnnie is chatting with Joey Machado of Texas Original Charcoal. Joey Machado is a Pitmaster and Leading authority on charcoal in Texas and across America. Joey has a passion for live-fire outdoor cooking which sees him traveling across America cooking, learning, and just hanging out with some of the lead pitmasters and grill masters as they cook up amazing food together.   Visit Texas Ori...

Today Johnnie is joined by friend and former co-host Messy Mike of Messy Mike’s BBQ. Mike is here to talk about what Messy Mike BBQ has in store for 2023, he has told Johnnie that he will be announcing some big news on the show today, so join us for the show today and find out what it is.   Check Out Messy Mike’s BBQ: https://www.messymikesbbq.com/   Magnechef Link: https://magnechef.com/ For 10%...

Today Johnny and Holiday co host CMac are spreading some Christmas cheer, they are talking everything Christmas, sharing some of their favorite traditions and CMac turns into a real Grinch in his cocktails with CMac segment.    Magnechef Link: https://magnechef.com/ Promo Code: ROYAL21   Follow / Watch / Listen to Us On: Podbean: https://pitlifebbq.podbean.com/   YouTube: Pit Life BBQ: https://www...

Today Johnnie and CMac are joined by CJ from Cooking With CJ. As Ninja Foodies’ Official BBQ Guy CJ is here to talk about the Ninja Woodfire Outdoor Grill, this grill is a perfect Christmas gift for the BBQ  enthusiast that doesn’t have a lot of space or is grilling on an apartment balcony. The guys also throw out some of their recommendations for some great BBQ Christmas gifts.   Check out Cookin...

Today Johnnie and holiday co-host CMac are joined by Uncle Steve of Uncle Steve’s Shake, to talk about the amazing holiday specials he is offering, including his Christmas Box and the awesome custom products that are available. He is also giving some great tips for how to use some of the shakes and his “Sauce with no name” BBQ sauce.   GET YOUR CHRISTMAS ORDER IN TODAY   https://unclestevesshake.c...

This week, Johnnie is out delivering your holiday gifts, so he is playing a re-run of one of his favorite episodes 'The Deadly Brisket Challenge'.  In this episode Johnnie and Greg are at Smokehaus Barbecue in Amherst NH, and Johnny is attempting to complete the "Deadly Brisket Challenge".   Will he complete the challenge?, will he have a heart attack?  and most imortantly...........Will he beat G...

Today Johnnie is joined by Ray Sheehan, Award winning sauce maker, Award winning author, and owner of Ray’s Roadside Kitchen! Also the creator of the Pit Life BBQ Burger.   Follow Ray’s Roadside Kitchen: FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083013498588  IG: https://www.instagram.com/chef.raysheehan/?fbclid=IwAR3W7w3Kfe982-W5mWRh00iBh0NopzxePPIG1BHli35sKSrNqtFsXpZGbnQ     Magnechef Link:...

Today Johnny is talking Turkey with the master himself Ray "Dr. BBQ" Lampe, Johnnie will definitely be taking notes on this one.   Follow Dr BBQ: Web: https://drbbqs.com/   Magnechef Link: https://magnechef.com/ For 10% Off Your Order use promo Code: FREEDOM LIVES      Follow / Watch / Listen to Us On: Podbean: https://pitlifebbq.podbean.com/   YouTube: Pit Life BBQ: https://www.youtube.com/channe...

Today Johnny is joined good friend Greg Digorgio, the BBQ Broker. We ae going to catch up on the latest adventures from the BBQ Broker and we are also going to talk about Gregs latest addiction………..BBQ Comps. They are also going to talk about a current hot topic …… “SELLING OUT”   Magnechef Link: https://magnechef.com/ Promo Code: ROYAL21   Follow / Watch / Listen to Us On: Podbean: https://pitlif...

Today Johnny is joined by Max Baez of Mad Max Seasoning and The Texas BBQ Chapter, join us to find out why Max is “Calling Johnny Out” and to hear all about Mad Max’s Rubs and Seasonings.   Magnechef Link: https://magnechef.com/ Promo Code: ROYAL21   Follow / Watch / Listen to Us On: Podbean: https://pitlifebbq.podbean.com/   YouTube: Pit Life BBQ: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8kAoIunRV1MrSOC...

Today on the show Johnny has got Richard Fergola of Fergolicious BBQ. Fresh of his Grand Championship at the Royal Oak Charcoal Invitational.   Check Out Fergolicious BBQ: Web: https://www.fergoliciousbbq.com/ IG: @fergoliciousbbq YT: https://www.youtube.com/c/RichardFergola?app=desktop Magnechef Link: https://magnechef.com/ Promo Code: ROYAL21   Follow / Watch / Listen to Us On: Podbean: https://...

Today Johnnie is joined by Gabriel Llaurado of Meat N’ Bone Butcher in Miami. They are talking all about the different aspects of Meat n’ Bone, Gabriel also sent Johnnie some fresh cuts of meat to cook up over the weekend so Johnnie talks about his cooking escapades with some of the Meat N’ Bone products. Check Out Meat N’ Bone: Web: https://meatnbone.com/?utm_campaign=MnB+-+US+-+AWO+-+Performance...

Today Johnnie is talking to David Maluff of Full Moon Bar-B-Que in Birmingham Alabama. David is here to tell us all about Full Moon, the type of BBQ they supply and their famous “Chow Chow”.  Full Moon BBQ has been in operation since 1986.  With the Maluff brothers, David and Joe, at the helm since 1997. Under their vision, leadership and quality, the Maluffs have grown the business to 17 location...

Today Johnnie is coming to us LIVE from Backline Smokers and Fabrication in Austin Texas. He is joined by the magic man himself, creator, designer and fabricator Mr Ryan Newland for the Official revealing of Johnnies new one of a kind Smoker, which Johnnie has perfectly named Ms Mary in honor of his mother. The guys are going to show us all the cool elements of the pit, John gives us a rundown of...