Ep. 55: Legendary BBQ Pit Builder Takes Us to School w/ John Haney

In this episode of the Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast, Brandon, Charlie, Alton and Geoff engage in lively discussions about barbecue culture, personal experiences, and the art of pit building with special guest John Haney. They explore the journey of building barbecue pits, the evolution of cooking techniques, and the influence of Southern cuisine Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast 02:59 Guest Introductions and Personal Updates 05:57 Barbecue Adventures and Recommendations 09:03 Introducing John Haney: The Pit Builder 12:01 The Journey of Building Pits 14:51 The Evolution of Cooking and Pit Design 18:00 Propane vs. Traditional Barbecue Methods 20:54 Influence and Legacy in Barbecue 24:03 Exploring Southern Hash and Cooking Techniques 26:58 Cooking Greens and Flavor Profiles 29:59 Final Thoughts and Future Events 39:50 Location and Pop-Up Events 42:34 The Challenges of Catering and Team Dynamics 46:44 Menu Innovation and Customer Engagement 49:36 The Importance of Team in Catering 50:20 The State of Pit Building and Barbecue Culture 54:10 Success on the Competition Circuit 01:01:04 The Impact of Social Media on Business 01:11:47 Defining a True Pit Master