The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast

🔥 Welcome to The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast – where barbecue is more than food, it’s culture, creativity, and community. 🔥 In this episode, hosts Brandon, Tee and Alton sits down with Bridgie Zapata , a rising voice in the barbecue world known for blending Tex-Mex creativity with traditional BBQ techniques. From fire management to family balance, Bridgie shares the lessons, struggles, and triu...

🔥 Welcome to The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast – where barbecue is more than food, it’s culture, tradition, and community. 🔥 In this episode, host Brandon and Charlie welcome special guest Ricky Farmer , founder of Meat Stall Barbecue , for a powerful conversation about family, tradition, and the flavors that define Eastern North Carolina barbecue. From humble beginnings to creating his signature...

In this episode, host Brandon and the crew sit down with Gerald “Pitmaster Papi” Vinnett Jr. to talk about barbecue as more than food—it’s a culture, a connection, and a way of life. From food festivals to block parties, Gerald shares his journey, his flavors, and his passion for bringing people together. The cultural significance of barbecue and why community is always at the center Stories and l...

🔥 Welcome to The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast – where food, family, and culture come together at the pit. 🔥 “Labor Day Cookouts & Family Reunions: From Pulled Pork to Smoked Desserts” In this episode, hosts Charlie and Tee celebrate the transition from summer to fall with a lively conversation about Labor Day cookouts, family reunions, and the food that brings everyone together . From pulled...

In this episode, the crew sits down with Ron Conner , the celebrated Chicago pitmaster behind UWantDatSmoke , to talk about the journey, challenges, and triumphs of life in barbecue. From post oak and presentation to community and culture, Ron brings heat, insight, and wisdom to the table. 🍖 Inside This Episode: The cultural significance of barbecue and what it means to be a pitmaster Why sourcin...

👉🏽 Before you do anything else — check out the site below!🎙️ The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BlackSmokeBarbecue In this episode, hosts Charlie and Tee welcome back the always-entertaining Stan Battle to talk all things Summer Royale 2025 —one of the most anticipated barbecue cook-offs of the year. This event isn’t just about incredible whole hog and rib com...

👉🏽 Before you do anything else — check out the site below!🎙️ The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BlackSmokeBarbecue 🔥 Welcome to The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast – where fire meets flavor and stories feed the soul. 🔥 In this episode, host Brandon, Alton and Tee sit down with Chuck Matto , a rising star in the barbecue world known for his flavorful food, infec...

👉🏽 Before you do anything else — check out the site below!🎙️ The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BlackSmokeBarbecueIn this inspiring episode, host **Brandon** and the crew reflect on their time at the **Country Style Cook Off**, while highlighting powerful conversations with trailblazing women in barbecue like **Chef Michelle Wallace** and **Erica Blaire**. Fro...

👉🏽 Before you do anything else — check out the site below!🎙️ The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BlackSmokeBarbecue🔥 Welcome back to The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast – where smoke, soul, and stories come together. 🔥In this flavor-packed episode, host Brandon and the crew dive into their unforgettable experience at the Country Style Cook Off 2025 in Blenheim,...

👉🏽 Before you do anything else — check out the site below!🎙️ The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BlackSmokeBarbecueIn this powerhouse episode, the crew sits down with Les Rhodes Jr., founder and pitmaster of LES BBQ, known nationwide for his viral smoked oxtails, bold flavors, and community-first mindset. From working oil rigs to building a USDA-certified BBQ b...

👉🏽 Before you do anything else — check out the site below!🎙️ The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BlackSmokeBarbecue🔥 Welcome to another episode of The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast – where fire meets flavor and stories bring the smoke. 🔥This episode is all about celebrating barbecue as a culture, a craft, and a community. We sit down with Chef Shaticka Robinso...

👉🏽 Before you do anything else — check out the site below!🎙️ The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BlackSmokeBarbecue🔥 Welcome to another powerful episode of The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast – where food, farming, and purpose intersect. 🔥 This week, host Brandon is joined by a panel of passionate barbecue enthusiasts for a heartfelt conversation with Marvin Fri...

👉🏽 Before you do anything else — check out the site below!🎙️ The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BlackSmokeBarbecue🔥 Welcome back to The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast – where smoke meets soul, and the pit tells a story. 🔥In this powerful episode, we dive deep into the heart of barbecue with a conversation that goes far beyond the food. From the evolving Chicag...

👉🏽 Before you do anything else — check out the site below!🎙️ The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BlackSmokeBarbecue🔥 Welcome to another episode of the Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast! 🔥In this episode of the Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast, host Brandon dives deep into the flavorful intersection of barbecue and healthy cooking with special guest Joe Miller, the fou...

👉🏽 Before you do anything else — check out the site below!🎙️ The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BlackSmokeBarbecue🔥 Welcome to another episode of the Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast! 🔥This week, host Brandon and co-hosts Tee and Alton sit down with the passionate and creative Jonathan Jones of Jonathan BBQ. From backyard beginnings to building a powerful brand...

👉🏽 Before you do anything else — check out the site below!🎙️ The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BlackSmokeBarbecue🔥 Welcome back to the Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast! 🔥In this flavorful episode, the crew is joined by none other than Tony Ramirez of TFTI BBQ—a backyard barbecue enthusiast turned standout creator making serious waves in the BBQ community. Tony...

👉🏽 Before you do anything else — check out the site below!🎙️ The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BlackSmokeBarbecue 🔥 In this powerful episode of the Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast, Brandon and the crew sit down with the trailblazing KJ Kearney — founder of Black Food Fridays and recipient of the prestigious James Beard Award. Together, they dig into KJ’s inspir...

👉🏽 Before you do anything else — check out the site below!🎙️ The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BlackSmokeBarbecue🔥 Get ready for a flavor-packed episode of the Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast! 🔥 Join Brandon and the crew as they discuss various topics related to barbecue culture, cooking techniques, and community events. They share personal cooking experiences...

👉🏽 Before you do anything else — check out the site below!🎙️ The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BlackSmokeBarbecue🔥 Get ready for a flavor-packed episode of the Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast! 🔥 Join Brandon and the crew as they catch up on life, share recent adventures, and stoke the excitement for the upcoming Black Smoke Barbecue Festival! This week, we&#39...

In this episode of the Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast, the Geoff, Charlie and Tee engage in a lively discussion about barbecue culture, community, and the experiences at the Country Style Barbecue competition. They introduce their guests, including Chris Joyner, who shares insights on the importance of preparation for competitions and the unique atmosphere of Blenheim, South Carolina. The conversati...

In this episode of the Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast, host Brandon and guest Alton engage in a lively discussion with Kimberly Ratcliffe, CEO of Ratcliffe Premium Meats. They explore Kimberly's transition from a corporate career to ranching, the history of Canyon Creek Ranch, and the evolution of Ratcliffe Premium Meats. The conversation highlights the importance of community upliftment through...

Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Banter 02:49 Cooking Adventures and Culinary Highlights 06:03 Guest Introduction and Background 08:57 Challenges in Content Creation 12:03 The Impact of YouTube Changes 15:03 Podcasting Experience and Insights 18:13 Event Highlights and Community Engagement 20:56 Subscriber Dynamics and Viewer Loyalty 24:01 Final Thoughts and Future Plans 35:43 The Shift to Longer C...

In this episode, Brandon, Alton and special guest Kevin Bludso explore Smoke and Ash, a Texas barbecue and Ethiopian fusion restaurant in Arlington, Texas. They discuss the unique dishes offered, including samosas made with smoked brisket and nachos with ginger chips. The conversation delves into the flavor profiles of lamb and barbecue, cooking techniques, and personal experiences with food. The...

SummaryIn this episode of the Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast, the crew discusses various techniques for grilling chicken on the Weber kettle, focusing on achieving crispy skin and exploring different cooking methods, including jerk chicken. The conversation includes listener inquiries, personal experiences, and expert tips from the hosts, creating a comprehensive guide for barbecue enthusiasts. In t...

In this episode of the Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast, host Brandon and the crew discuss various topics related to barbecue, including the rising costs of ingredients, the perception of barbecue as a luxury item, and the differences between cooking chicken and turkey. Special guest Joey Victorian  @Pitmaster  shares insights from his experience in the barbecue industry, including the upcoming Housto...