Stretch - from Grinders - Encore

This podcast episode centers on the intricate world of barbecue, featuring an engaging conversation with Stretch, a notable figure from Grinders in Kansas City. We delve into his unique journey from art school to the culinary realm, highlighting his experiences in the competitive barbecue scene and the challenges faced during the pandemic. Stretch shares insightful anecdotes about his transition into music and how his artistic background influences his culinary creations. Furthermore, we examine the evolving dynamics of the restaurant industry, particularly in light of recent economic shifts and societal expectations. This episode offers a profound exploration of the intersection between art, food, and personal passion, as Stretch candidly reflects on his experiences and aspirations within these interconnected domains. Links referenced in this episode: paintedhillsnaturalbeef.com oregondungeness.org heritagesteel.us guntherwilhelmknives.com Companies mentioned in this episode: Painted Hills Natural Beef Grinders Kia Heritage Steel Gunter Wilhelm Hammerstahl Original Juan's Guy Fieri Rod Gray Myron Mixon Tuffy Stone Travis Clark This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.