Ep #22 – From Backyard Grills to a National Brand: The McLemore Boys Story | 25/8 Podcast

On this episode of the 25/8 Podcast, Johnny Free and Andrew “Sully” Sullivan sit down with John and John II McLemore — “The McLemore Boys” — the father-son duo behind Masterbuilt Grills and the hit brand The McLemore Boys.From humble beginnings welding smokers in their backyard, to building one of America’s most beloved grill brands, to cooking for NASCAR legends and Fox News — this story is pure faith, family, food, and freedom.They share how a backyard dream became a national brand, what it means to live by five core values, and how their mission to serve veterans and bring people together through food continues to grow.🔥 Best Moments:(00:03:00) The backyard that built Masterbuilt.(00:07:30) Faith, family, fun, food, and freedom — the five values.(00:08:10) Getting fired and reborn as “The McLemore Boys.”(00:10:00) The Fox News era and becoming America’s pitmasters.(00:13:20) Cooking for NASCAR and Richard Childress.(00:23:30) The $300 Wagyu tomahawk story.(00:30:00) Why Travis Pastrana’s hot dogs changed everything.(00:45:00) Paula Deen, Flo Rida, and lessons from unexpected mentors.(00:52:00) Business lessons: taking risks, building teams, and trusting God.(00:57:00) Barbecue meets business — “Just do it.”(01:00:30) Freedom, faith, and what’s next for The McLemore Boys.If you love stories about grit, faith, and American hustle — this episode is for you.💬 Drop a comment, hit ❤️ LIKE, and 🔔 SUBSCRIBE to join the 25/8 movement — where legends, entrepreneurs, and storytellers share life lessons 25 hours a day, 8 days a week.👉 Visit us at https://www.258podcast.com🎥 Follow The McLemore Boys: https://www.themclemoreboys.com