How a Wrestling Coach Became a BBQ Champion with @RichardFergolaBBQ ​

#bbqcompetition #bbq #podcast In this episode of The Duce Raymond Podcast, Duce sits down with pitmaster Richard Fergola of Fergolicious BBQ to talk about his rise from wrestling coach to barbecue champion, seasoned pitmaster, and BBQ educator. They dive into Richard’s journey on the competition circuit, the lessons he’s learned from years of perfecting Kansas City–style barbecue, and what it takes to stay passionate in an ever-changing food world. From starting Fergolicious BBQ to appearing on national TV, Richard shares real insights on branding, business, and the art of authentic barbecue. If you love smoked meat, competition BBQ, or stories of turning passion into purpose, this episode is packed with fire, flavor, and inspiration.00:00 – From Wrestling Coach to Pitmaster5:23 – Inside the BBQ Competition World12:14 – How BBQ Pitmasters Changed Everything18:11 – Inside the World’s Biggest BBQ Competition28:27 – Is Competition BBQ Dying Out?34:05 – The Truth About Teaching BBQ Classes40:55 – Pellet Grills vs. Offset Smokers46:51 – Why Offset Cooking Still Reigns 49:21 – The Ultimate Backyard BBQ Setup 51:26 – The Power of BBQ Content57:21 – Richard's Life on the Road59:32 – Why Pitmasters Are Skipping the American Royal1:03:00 – How to Handle Pressure in BBQ Competitions1:07:13 – Richard’s Step-by-Step Guide to Competition Brisket1:10:51 – What’s Next for Fergolicious BBQFollow Richard Fergola on Social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fergoliciousbbqFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/FergoliciousBbqX: https://x.com/FergoliciousBBQYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RichardFergolaBBQ/featuredTik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fergolicious_bbq Website: https://www.fergoliciousbbq.com/Follow Us on SocialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sweetbabyrayscatering/   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sweetbabyrayscatering   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sweetbabyrayscatering    Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sweet-baby-ray's-catering/?viewAsMember=true     Website: https://www.sweetbabyraysbbq.com/