The Secret Behind Texas' Top 50 BBQ Restaurant with Brendyn Todd of Brendyn's BBQ

What does it take to build one of the best barbecue restaurants in Texas?Brendyn Todd, owner and pitmaster of Brendyn's BBQ in Nacogdoches, shares how he went from working at Chick-fil-A to being named one of Texas Monthly's Top 50 BBQ restaurants. Along the way we discuss leadership, family, customer service, entrepreneurship, Spider-Man, faith, and why treating people well is the real secret to success.If you love Texas BBQ, business stories, or inspiring entrepreneurs, you'll love this conversation.If you enjoyed this episode of Made in Nacogdoches with Brad Maule, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a story from the oldest town in Texas. Your support helps this podcast reach more people who love great stories, rich history, and the magic of East Texas.Host Brad Maule is an accomplished American actor, director, and educator best known for his 22-year run as Tony Jones on General Hospital. With a career spanning television, film, and stage, Maule has worked across classical theater, contemporary drama, and musical performance, earning respect for his range, discipline, and longevity in the industry. Beyond acting, he is a dedicated teacher and mentor, shaping the next generation of performers through his work in higher education.Listen to the Podcast Anywhere You Get Your ShowsFind Made in Nacogdoches on:– Apple Podcasts – Spotify– Amazon Music– iHeartRadio– And all major podcast platformsThanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode!