Quetorials

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Howdy, I love cooking the primitive way, with just wood and a fire. I've been fascinated and inspired by it since I was a boy. After 35 years of meddling with fires trying to conjure up the next best cook, I stumbled upon a larger purpose. I realized my "why" was less about the end product and MORE about the spiritual pilgrimage of primitive style cooking. The enjoyment of prepping wood, getting a fire going, establishing a coal bed... I love being entangled by the many challenges within a cook and that process became the gift I didn't know I needed. The theater of primitive style cooking is s...

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The Restaurant Wrap Up/You Can Do It! 13.02.2026 43:30

We dove into opening a BBQ restaurant the last five podcast episodes and we've just hit the tip of the iceberg. A lot to discuss with this topic and we're not done, but wrapping it up for now. Me and Jordan discuss some highlights of what is taught in the BBQxo.com classes and we run through some common issues restaurant entrepreneurs face.

Special Guest / Joe Zavala of Zavala's BBQ/ BBQ Restaurant Ownership 06.02.2026 1:03:36

Joining me and Jordan on the podcast as our first ever guest is the great Joe Zavala. Joe is well-known in the Texas BBQ scene as the charismatic founder of Zavala's BBQ in Grand Prairie, Texas. We chat about the black and white of what it takes to start a BBQ restaurant cooking with wood 24 hours per day. The ups, the downs, the smiles and frowns of restaurant ownership. Hope you enjoy and share...

Diving DEEP Into BBQ Operations 04.02.2026 43:58

We cover a barrage of topics in this Episode, join us as we discuss “Diving DEEP Into BBQ Operations" and much more.

Skipping a Lawyer Could Cost You Your Restaurant 30.01.2026 47:34

We begin a new series on the podcast to help navigate BBQ restaurant start up and running a successful business. Join us as we offer some deep knowledge of opening a successful commercial food operation. In this episode, we discuss “Skipping a Lawyer Could Cost You Your Restaurant" and much more.

Can BBQ Joint's Still Be Successful in 2026? 27.01.2026 44:37

We cover a barrage of topics in this Episode, join us as we discuss “Can BBQ Joint's Still Be Successful in 2026?" and much more.

Does Wet Wood = Bad BBQ? 23.01.2026 42:36

We cover a barrage of topics in this Episode, join us as we discuss “Does Wet Wood = Bad BBQ?" and much more.

Cooking Without Compromises 21.01.2026 38:20

We cover a barrage of topics in this Episode, join us as we discuss “Cooking Without Compromises" and much more.

How The Workhorse Got Its Name 13.01.2026 36:52

We cover a barrage of topics in this Episode, join us as we discuss “How the Workhorse Got Its Name" and much more.

Should You Use A Blocking Log In Your Smoker? 10.01.2026 45:44

We cover a barrage of topics in this Episode, join us as we discuss “Using a Blocking Log in Your Smoker" and much more.

Using BBQ as an Ingredient-BBQ 3.0 07.01.2026 39:32

We cover a barrage of topics in this Episode, join us as we discuss “Using BBQ as an Ingredient" and much more.

Looking Back On 2025 01.01.2026 23:02

We cover a barrage of topics in this Episode, join us as we discuss “Looking Back on 2025" and much more.

Choosing the Right Offset Smoker for YOU 31.12.2025 26:21

We cover a barrage of topics in this Episode, join us as we discuss “Choosing the Right Offset Smoker for You" and much more.

Direct Heat Cooking 25.12.2025 27:22

We officially dive into some discussion about direct heat cooking.

Coal Bed Questions, Coal Bed Answers 24.12.2025 35:22

We cover a barrage of topics in this Episode, join us as we discuss “Coal Bed Questions" and much more.

Stainless vs Carbon Grilling Grates 19.12.2025 32:28

We cover a barrage of topics in this Episode, join us as we discuss “Stainless vs Carbon Grilling Grates" and much more.

Life With No BBQ? 16.12.2025 40:23

We cover a barrage of topics in this Episode, join us as we discuss “The Untold Story" and much more.

The ULTIMATE Texas BBQ Crawl 14.12.2025 29:54

We cover a barrage of topics in this Episode, join us as we discuss “The Ultimate Texas BBQ Crawl” and much more.

How To Portion and Price Your BBQ 12.12.2025 27:22

We cover a barrage of topics in this Episode, join us as we discuss “How to Portion and Price Your BBQ” and much more.

Cleaning Your BBQ Pit 10.12.2025 39:04

We cover a barrage of topics in this Episode, join us as we discuss “Cleaning Your BBQ Pit” and much more.

Does the 3-2-1 Rib Method Actually Work? 05.12.2025 50:00

In this episode, we're taking a swing at one of the most talked-about rib methods out there: the 3-2-1 method. Jordan and I break down where it came from, why some folks swear by it, and why others say it ruins ribs completely.

The Whole Animal Cook 02.12.2025 28:33

In this episode, I’m diving into something I get asked about all the time: is it better to cook the whole animal, or stick to individual cuts? Jordan and I talk through what you gain—and what you risk—when you take on a full carcass cook.

Resting Brisket / Squashing All The Questions 27.11.2025 20:26

In Episode 10 we discuss resting brisket and squash more topics sent in.

Should You Wrap Ribs? 25.11.2025 24:20

Should you wrap your ribs or let them ride unwrapped the whole cook? We compare techniques, talk about bark vs. moisture, and share real pit results Whether you’re chasing competition-style shine or backyard rib perfection, this episode helps you decide which method fits your style—and your smoker.

The Longterm Outlook Of Beef Prices? 24.11.2025 31:38

On Episode 8 we squash or attempt to squash some prediction of beef prices. We dive into some other topics along the way.

Should I Use the Stack Cap? 21.11.2025 19:55

Should you run the stack cap al the way or partially closed? That is just one of the topics we squash on this episode.