The BBQ Central Show

Episode 446Taking you back to 8/13/2013 - Some old skool BBQ talk with The Butcher and Sugars BBQ!!Ready to make a “BEST OF” show all your own?? Email Jon Solberg and let him know what you would like to hear on a future episode!As always, thank you for listening!*Don’t forget to RATE AND REVIEW THE SHOW ON YOU PODCAST APP*Want to hear more from this episode...Click the link below to hear the full show:Original Air Date: 8/13/2013Original Full Show Link: CLICK HERE

(August 11, 2026 - Hour Two)Segment Schedule & Guest Info9:14 PM – The Economics of the Wrapper with Mr. JGuest: Mr. JAffiliation: The Cigar Authority PodcastSegment Details: For his quarterly appearance, Mr. J joins us to break down the most important—and often most expensive—part of a premium cigar: the wrapper. We discuss why certain leaves cost so much to cultivate, ferment, and age, and how much of your cigar's price tag is tied up in that beautiful outer leaf.9:35 PM – A Deep Dive into Mustard BBQ Sauce with Robert MossGuest: Robert MossAffiliation: Monthly Resident Guest / BBQ HistorianSegment Details: South Carolina's famous "Carolina Gold" is on the menu tonight. Our monthly guest Robert Moss takes us on a deep dive into the history, flavor profile, and cultural significance of mustard-based barbecue sauce. We'll talk about what meats it pairs best with and why this tangy, yellow sauce holds its own against the heavy-hitting tomato and vinegar bases.10:14 PM – Interview with Food Network's Connie DeSousa & John JacksonGuests: Connie DeSousa and John JacksonAffiliation: Pitmasters (Food Network)Segment Details: To close out the night, we are thrilled to welcome two heavyweights from the Food Network hit show Pitmasters. Connie and John share their experiences from the world of competitive barbecue, behind-the-scenes stories from television, and what it takes to impress the toughest judges in the pitmaster game.The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsFireboardMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

(August 11, 2026 - Hour One)Segment Schedule & Guest Info9:14 PM – The Economics of the Wrapper with Mr. JGuest: Mr. JAffiliation: The Cigar Authority PodcastSegment Details: For his quarterly appearance, Mr. J joins us to break down the most important—and often most expensive—part of a premium cigar: the wrapper. We discuss why certain leaves cost so much to cultivate, ferment, and age, and how much of your cigar's price tag is tied up in that beautiful outer leaf.9:35 PM – A Deep Dive into Mustard BBQ Sauce with Robert MossGuest: Robert MossAffiliation: Monthly Resident Guest / BBQ HistorianSegment Details: South Carolina's famous "Carolina Gold" is on the menu tonight. Our monthly guest Robert Moss takes us on a deep dive into the history, flavor profile, and cultural significance of mustard-based barbecue sauce. We'll talk about what meats it pairs best with and why this tangy, yellow sauce holds its own against the heavy-hitting tomato and vinegar bases.10:14 PM – Interview with Food Network's Connie DeSousa & John JacksonGuests: Connie DeSousa and John JacksonAffiliation: Pitmasters (Food Network)Segment Details: To close out the night, we are thrilled to welcome two heavyweights from the Food Network hit show Pitmasters. Connie and John share their experiences from the world of competitive barbecue, behind-the-scenes stories from television, and what it takes to impress the toughest judges in the pitmaster game.The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsFireboardMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

Episode 445Taking you back to 3/4/2014 - Ask and you shall receive! This week, Jon has put together a show that I requested a number of weeks back featuring a segment that I believe was an "all-time" moment in show history. Michael "Medium-Rare" O'Donnell was my guest...and while the segment itself was good...what he said at the end was...ICONIC!Ready to make a “BEST OF” show all your own?? Email Jon Solberg and let him know what you would like to hear on a future episode!As always, thank you for listening!*Don’t forget to RATE AND REVIEW THE SHOW ON YOU PODCAST APP*Want to hear more from this episode...Click the link below to hear the full show:Original Air Date: 3/4/2014Original Full Show Link: CLICK HERE

(July 28, 2026 - Hour Two)Smoked Brisket Secrets, BBQ Myth-Busting, and the Road to the $1 Million BBQ World CupIn this jam-packed episode, we are coming to you live with a massive two-hour double-header featuring some of the biggest names and most hotly anticipated updates in the live-fire cooking community!From deep-dives into Texas-style barbecue science to a massive breakdown of competitive smoking championships, this is an episode you cannot afford to miss. Fire up your pellet grill, throw some oak wood chunks on the firebox, and dial in your internal temps—it is time to talk real BBQ.Hour 1 (9:14 PM ET): Jess Pryles (Hardcore Carnivore)Kickstarting the night, we sit down for our exclusive quarterly interview segment with the "female Ron Swanson" herself, Jess Pryles! As a certified meat science specialist and the brilliant mind behind the globally acclaimed Hardcore Carnivore brand, Jess joins us to talk shop, live-fire strategy, and her latest adventures.We dive deep into:The Stories Behind Her Iconic Catchphrases: What it truly means to "Fuck Spiders."The Scotland Expedition: A look into her recent trip to Scotland, exploring international meat traditions, butchery techniques, and overseas live-fire culture.Double Television Features: Behind-the-scenes secrets of her two brand-new TV shows, covering everything from her hit series on the Outdoor Channel to her wild adventures harvesting game and cooking over open flames across the country.Hardcore BBQ Myth-Busting: Jess uses her meat science background to separate fact from fiction. We tackle the truth about the legendary brisket "stall," whether the smoke ring actually adds flavor, if wrapping in butcher paper beats aluminum foil, and the absolute best ways to achieve that perfect, crunchy bark on your pork butt.Hour 2 (10:14 PM ET): The Embedded Correspondents SegmentIn our second hour, the smoke clears for our heavy-hitting monthly roundtable! The Embedded Correspondents—Doug, Jon, Rusty, and Matt—storm the studio to drop knowledge bombs and hot takes on the current state of the grilling industry.Tune in for:The 100% Assurity Statements: The guys go on the record with a massive, high-stakes list of ultimate guarantees. From bold predictions on the best commercial rubs and fuel sources to unfiltered opinions on regional barbecue styles, these are the hill-to-die-on takes of the summer.BBQ World Cup Update: The definitive breakdown of the "Road to $1 Million." We look at the latest qualified pitmasters who have punched their tickets to the massive April 2027 finals in Las Vegas. We track the standings across major KCBS and international qualifiers, break down what the historic $1,000,000 purse means for the sport of competitive smoking, and preview what to expect at the upcoming BBQ World Expo.The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsFireboardMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

(July 28, 2026 - Hour One)Smoked Brisket Secrets, BBQ Myth-Busting, and the Road to the $1 Million BBQ World CupIn this jam-packed episode, we are coming to you live with a massive two-hour double-header featuring some of the biggest names and most hotly anticipated updates in the live-fire cooking community!From deep-dives into Texas-style barbecue science to a massive breakdown of competitive smoking championships, this is an episode you cannot afford to miss. Fire up your pellet grill, throw some oak wood chunks on the firebox, and dial in your internal temps—it is time to talk real BBQ.Hour 1 (9:14 PM ET): Jess Pryles (Hardcore Carnivore)Kickstarting the night, we sit down for our exclusive quarterly interview segment with the "female Ron Swanson" herself, Jess Pryles! As a certified meat science specialist and the brilliant mind behind the globally acclaimed Hardcore Carnivore brand, Jess joins us to talk shop, live-fire strategy, and her latest adventures.We dive deep into:The Stories Behind Her Iconic Catchphrases: What it truly means to "Fuck Spiders."The Scotland Expedition: A look into her recent trip to Scotland, exploring international meat traditions, butchery techniques, and overseas live-fire culture.Double Television Features: Behind-the-scenes secrets of her two brand-new TV shows, covering everything from her hit series on the Outdoor Channel to her wild adventures harvesting game and cooking over open flames across the country.Hardcore BBQ Myth-Busting: Jess uses her meat science background to separate fact from fiction. We tackle the truth about the legendary brisket "stall," whether the smoke ring actually adds flavor, if wrapping in butcher paper beats aluminum foil, and the absolute best ways to achieve that perfect, crunchy bark on your pork butt.Hour 2 (10:14 PM ET): The Embedded Correspondents SegmentIn our second hour, the smoke clears for our heavy-hitting monthly roundtable! The Embedded Correspondents—Doug, Jon, Rusty, and Matt—storm the studio to drop knowledge bombs and hot takes on the current state of the grilling industry.Tune in for:The 100% Assurity Statements: The guys go on the record with a massive, high-stakes list of ultimate guarantees. From bold predictions on the best commercial rubs and fuel sources to unfiltered opinions on regional barbecue styles, these are the hill-to-die-on takes of the summer.BBQ World Cup Update: The definitive breakdown of the "Road to $1 Million." We look at the latest qualified pitmasters who have punched their tickets to the massive April 2027 finals in Las Vegas. We track the standings across major KCBS and international qualifiers, break down what the historic $1,000,000 purse means for the sport of competitive smoking, and preview what to expect at the upcoming BBQ World Expo.The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsFireboardMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

Episode 443Taking you back to 2/4/2020 - A third week of requested shows from our pal Doug Scheiding from Texas…This time around, first Tuesday of the month regular guest, Malcom Reed, joined me and we got into a deep discussion about a steak contest he was at…but more importantly than that…we also talked a LOT about the associated Bloody Mary contest that the event also staged…If you are any kind of fan of this show over the past 10 years or so…you know where I come out on Bloody Mary contests. Biggest waste of a drink ever…yes. Biggest waste of an inordinate amount of food hanging off a drink glass ever…YES.Ready to make a “BEST OF” show all your own?? Email Jon Solberg and let him know what you would like to hear on a future episode!As always, thank you for listening!*Don’t forget to RATE AND REVIEW THE SHOW ON YOU PODCAST APP*Want to hear more from this episode???Click the link below to hear the full show:Original Air Date: 2/4/2020Original Full Show Link: CLICK HERE

(July 21, 2026 - Hour Two)Show Summary:Meatman is back with another massive Tuesday night lineup on the longest-running podcast in BBQ! Before we get to the interviews, the opening monologue tackles a wild viral video of a hair transplant gone completely off the rails—you won't believe the facial swelling on this guy.After that, it's a stacked four-guest roster covering everything from the business of the outdoor cooking industry to the ultimate fast-food burgers.On Tonight's Episode:Dan Arnold | CEO, Suckle BustersIt’s been a minute, but Dan is back on the show to catch up. We're talking rubs, sauces, seasonings, and seeing what's new in the world of Suckle Busters.Wes Wright | Creator, Cookout NewsWes drops in for his monthly visit to break down the BBQ and grilling industry from a strictly business perspective. We dive into market trends, news, and what's moving the needle.Sam The Cooking Guy | YouTube CreatorThe YouTube legend joins the show to catch up on his latest recipe drops, the grind of content creation, and balancing it all with family.Ali Khan | TV Host & Content CreatorOur favorite new guest returns! We're talking all things beef, the anatomy of a perfect burger, and diving into the fast-food reviews he’s been uploading to social media.All this plus a new "Would You Rather" YouTube Poll Question of the week and results from last week's poll.The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsFireboardMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

(July 21, 2026 - Hour One)Show Summary:Meatman is back with another massive Tuesday night lineup on the longest-running podcast in BBQ! Before we get to the interviews, the opening monologue tackles a wild viral video of a hair transplant gone completely off the rails—you won't believe the facial swelling on this guy.After that, it's a stacked four-guest roster covering everything from the business of the outdoor cooking industry to the ultimate fast-food burgers.On Tonight's Episode:Dan Arnold | CEO, Suckle BustersIt’s been a minute, but Dan is back on the show to catch up. We're talking rubs, sauces, seasonings, and seeing what's new in the world of Suckle Busters.Wes Wright | Creator, Cookout NewsWes drops in for his monthly visit to break down the BBQ and grilling industry from a strictly business perspective. We dive into market trends, news, and what's moving the needle.Sam The Cooking Guy | YouTube CreatorThe YouTube legend joins the show to catch up on his latest recipe drops, the grind of content creation, and balancing it all with family.Ali Khan | TV Host & Content CreatorOur favorite new guest returns! We're talking all things beef, the anatomy of a perfect burger, and diving into the fast-food reviews he’s been uploading to social media.All this plus a new "Would You Rather" YouTube Poll Question of the week and results from last week's poll.The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsFireboardMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

(July 14, 2026 - Hour Two)On the show tonight (All Times Eastern):9:14pm - David Gafford - The Barbecue Lab9:35pm - Robert Moss10:14pm - Roger Dahle - Weber/Blackstone CEOAll this plus a new "Would You Rather" YouTube Poll Question of the week and results from last week's poll.The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsFireboardMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

(July 14, 2026 - Hour One)On the show tonight (All Times Eastern):9:14pm - David Gafford - The Barbecue Lab9:35pm - Robert Moss10:14pm - Roger Dahle - Weber/Blackstone CEOAll this plus a new "Would You Rather" YouTube Poll Question of the week and results from last week's poll.The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsFireboardMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

(July 7, 2026 - Hour Two)On the show tonight (All Times Eastern):9:14pm - Malcom Reed - How To BBQ Right9:35pm - Steve Ray - Owl's Nest BBQ Supply10:14pm - Sam The Cooking Guy10:35pm - Ali Khan - Ali Khan EatsAll this plus a new "Would You Rather" YouTube Poll Question of the week and results from last week's poll.The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsFireboardMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

(July 7, 2026 - Hour One)On the show tonight (All Times Eastern):9:14pm - Malcom Reed - How To BBQ Right9:35pm - Steve Ray - Owl's Nest BBQ Supply10:14pm - Sam The Cooking Guy10:35pm - Ali Khan - Ali Khan EatsAll this plus a new "Would You Rather" YouTube Poll Question of the week and results from last week's poll.The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsFireboardMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

(June 30, 2026 - Hour Two)On the show tonight (All Times Eastern):9:14pm & 9:35pm - Grant Pinkerton - Pinkerton's Barbecue10:14pm & 10:35pm - OpenAll this plus a new "Would You Rather" YouTube Poll Question of the week and results from last week's poll.The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsFireboardMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

(June 30, 2026 - Hour One)On the show tonight (All Times Eastern):9:14pm & 9:35pm - Grant Pinkerton - Pinkerton's Barbecue10:14pm & 10:35pm - OpenAll this plus a new "Would You Rather" YouTube Poll Question of the week and results from last week's poll.The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsFireboardMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

Episode 439Taking you back to 6/19/2009 - Being featured this week is the current KCBS CEO and pitmaster of Pellet Envy, Rod Gray. Before his CEO position, Rod did the competition circuit and all the way back in 2009, he was on the KCBS BOD where he served as treasurer. In this segment, we talked about why he decided to run for the board…and ultimately…why he chose to resign his position back in the early summer of 2009. I was talking to someone the other day about the history of the show…and as Jon Solberg has said many times…The BBQ Central Show is actually a real-time account of what has been happening, changing and evolving in the BBQ and grilling industry. If you wanted to get a snap shot of the industry over the past 2 decades…you really just need to go back and listen to the shows to see what was popular and important at any particular time between the years 2006 up until 2026. NEAT RIGHT?!?!Ready to make a “BEST OF” show all your own?? Email Jon Solberg and let him know what you would like to hear on a future episode! As always, thank you for listening!*Don’t forget to RATE AND REVIEW THE SHOW ON YOU PODCAST APP*Want to hear more from this episode??? Click the link below to hear the full show:Original Air Date: 6/19/209Original Full Show Link: CLICK HERE

(June 23, 2026 - Hour Two)On the show tonight (All Times Eastern):9:14pm - Jason Ganahl - GQUE BBQ9:35pm - Carey Bringle - Peg Leg Porker10:14pm & 10:35pm - - The Embedded Correspondents - June EditionAll this plus a new "Would You Rather" YouTube Poll Question of the week and results from last week's poll.The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsFireboardMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

(June 23, 2026 - Hour One)On the show tonight (All Times Eastern):9:14pm - Jason Ganahl - GQUE BBQ9:35pm - Carey Bringle - Peg Leg Porker10:14pm & 10:35pm - - The Embedded Correspondents - June EditionAll this plus a new "Would You Rather" YouTube Poll Question of the week and results from last week's poll.The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsFireboardMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

Episode 438Taking you back to 11/22/2016 - I mentioned it a few weeks back…and because he is the best EVP of any podcast every…Jon Solberg went right to work to locate and produce the show that features not only the BEST story ever heard on this show…in my opinion…it is the singular BEST STORY ever TOLD on this show…the ENTIRE history of this show…to me…to many…to the dedicated fans who have been here and heard it all…we all agree that this segment, featuring Chad Ward…of a then “Whiskey Bent BBQ”...is the best story heard and told on this show…I even go so far as to add this qualifier…”And It’s NOT EVEN CLOSE”. If I only got one story out of the entirety of this podcast…THIS is the one that every other segment is compared to. Not even the segment where Michael “Medium Rare” O’Donnell asked me…live on this show…and I quote…”Have you ever fucked an Elephant??” Not even that, comes close to the Chad Ward “Bear Trapper” story that you are set to hear this coming Friday morning!I welcome your feedback…and remember, this segment was the genesis for the very first “animated segment” on the show…which I will go ahead a replay next week…but be sure to listen to the Best Moments Show this coming Friday…and tell me if I am wrong!Ready to make a “BEST OF” show all your own?? Email Jon Solberg and let him know what you would like to hear on a future episode! As always, thank you for listening!*Don’t forget to RATE AND REVIEW THE SHOW ON YOU PODCAST APP*Want to hear more from this episode??? Click the link below to hear the full show:Original Air Date: 11/22/2016Original Full Show Link: CLICK HERE

(June 16, 2026 - Hour One)On the show tonight (All Times Eastern):9:14pm - Mike McCloud - WFC9:35pm - Wes Wright - Cookout News10:14pm - Coy Christoffel - Pitts & Spitts10:35pm - Daniel Vaughn - Texas MonthlyAll this plus a new "Would You Rather" YouTube Poll Question of the week and results from last week's poll.The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsFireboardMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

(June 16, 2026 - Hour One)On the show tonight (All Times Eastern):9:14pm - Mike McCloud - WFC9:35pm - Wes Wright - Cookout News10:14pm - Coy Christoffel - Pitts & Spitts10:35pm - Daniel Vaughn - Texas MonthlyAll this plus a new "Would You Rather" YouTube Poll Question of the week and results from last week's poll.The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsFireboardMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

(June 9, 2026 - Hour Two)On the show tonight (All Times Eastern):10:14pm - Mike Lang - Another Pint Please10:35pm - Chris Tanner - World Food ChampionshipsAll this plus a new "Would You Rather" YouTube Poll Question of the week and results from last week's poll.The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsFireboardMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

(June 9, 2026 - Hour One)On the show tonight (All Times Eastern):9:14pm - Meathead - Amazingribs.com9:35pm - Robert MossAll this plus a new "Would You Rather" YouTube Poll Question of the week and results from last week's poll.The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsFireboardMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

Episode 435Taking you back to 5/13/2008 - And being featured this week is BBQ HOF’er and BBQCS Guest HOF’er, Lee Ann Whippen. In this particular spot, we talk about the time she was on “Beat Bobby Flay”...and BEAT BOBBY FLAY! Lee Ann has always been a feature on TV. Widely considered to be a trailblazer for all the female pitmasters…this was a fun segment we did 18 years ago!Ready to make a “BEST OF” show all your own?? Email Jon Solberg and let him know what you would like to hear on a future episode! As always, thank you for listening!*Don’t forget to RATE AND REVIEW THE SHOW ON YOU PODCAST APP*Want to hear more from this episode??? Click the link below to hear the full show:Original Air Date: 5/13/2008Original Full Show Link: CLICK HERE

(May 26, 2026 - Hour Two)10:14pm & 10:35pm - The Embedded Correspondents - May 2026The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsFireboardMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

(May 26, 2026 - Hour One)9:14pm & 9:35pm - Jess Pryles - Hardcore CarnivoreThe BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsFireboardMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

(May 19, 2026 - Hour Two)On the show tonight (All Times Eastern):9:14pm - Steven Raichlen - Barbecue Bible & Man on Fire9:35pm - Emma Nguyen - The Culinary Charm10:14pm - Susie & Todd Bulloch - Hey Grill Hey10:L35pm, - Toney Smith - The PoulTreeAll this plus a new "Would You Rather" YouTube Poll Question of the week and results from last week's poll.The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsFireboardMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

(May 19, 2027 - Hour One)On the show tonight (All Times Eastern):9:14pm - Steven Raichlen - Barbecue Bible & Man on Fire9:35pm - Emma Nguyen - The Culinary Charm10:14pm - Susie & Todd Bulloch - Hey Grill Hey10:L35pm, - Toney Smith - The PoulTreeAll this plus a new "Would You Rather" YouTube Poll Question of the week and results from last week's poll.The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsFireboardMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

(May 12, 2026 - Hour Two)On the show tonight (All Times Eastern):9:14pm - Mr. J - The Cigar Authority Podcast9:35pm - Robert Moss - The Ham Segment10:14pm - Steve Ray - The Smoked Bologna Eating Contest Segment10:L35pm, - What happened to the show??All this plus a new "Would You Rather" YouTube Poll Question of the week and results from last week's poll.The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsFireboardMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

(May 12, 2026 - Hour One)On the show tonight (All Times Eastern):9:14pm - Mr. J - The Cigar Authority Podcast9:35pm - Robert Moss - The Ham Segment10:14pm - Steve Ray - The Smoked Bologna Eating Contest Segment10:L35pm, - What happened to the show??All this plus a new "Would You Rather" YouTube Poll Question of the week and results from last week's poll.The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsFireboardMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

Episode 431Taking you back to 8/30/2022 - Part 2 of a 4 part series that Jon has put together…featuring Johnny Mags and Mr. J when they went head to head in a burger cook off…almost 4 years ago!Ready to make a “BEST OF” show all your own?? Email Jon Solberg and let him know what you would like to hear on a future episode! As always, thank you for listening!*Don’t forget to RATE AND REVIEW THE SHOW ON YOU PODCAST APP*Want to hear more from this episode??? Click the link below to hear the full show:Original Air Date: 8/30/2022Original Full Show Link: CLICK HERE

(May 5, 2026 - Hour Two)10:14pm - Sam The Cooking Guy10:35pm - Bobbi RempeThe BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsFireboardMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

(May 5, 2026 - Hour One)9:14pm - Malcom Reed9:35pm - Quinton PoseyThe BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsFireboardMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

(April 28, 2026 - Hour Two)Guests Tonight:Mike McCloud in the first hour...Embedded Correspondents in the 2nd hourThe BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsFireboardMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

(April 28, 2026 - Hour One)Guests Tonight:Mike McCloud in the first hour...Embedded Correspondents in the 2nd hourThe BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsFireboardMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

Episode 430Taking you back to 3/2/2021 - The back story on how I got Kent Rollins on the show…and the back story on SKEETER…all mentioned from the show last week. Fun nugget…Sam The Cooking Guy get crammed into this “Best Moments” show as well.By the way…the best moments show…not 5 years…8+ years!!! Sorry JonReady to make a “BEST OF” show all your own?? Email Jon Solberg and let him know what you would like to hear on a future episode! As always, thank you for listening!*Don’t forget to RATE AND REVIEW THE SHOW ON YOU PODCAST APP*Want to hear more from this episode??? Click the link below to hear the full show:Original Air Date: 3/2/2021Original Full Show Link: CLICK HERE

(April 21, 2026 - Hour Two)On the show tonight (All Times Eastern):9:14pm - Jack Arnold - BBQ Entertainer9:35pm - Wes Wright - Cookout NewsAll this plus a new "Would You Rather" YouTube Poll Question of the week and results from last week's poll.The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsFireboardMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

(April 21, 2026 - Hour One)On the show tonight (All Times Eastern):9:14pm - Jack Arnold - BBQ Entertainer9:35pm - Wes Wright - Cookout NewsAll this plus a new "Would You Rather" YouTube Poll Question of the week and results from last week's poll.The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsFireboardMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

Episode 429Taking you back to 4/27/2021 - Featuring a very popular cook…and live cooking cook…”Cowboy” Kent Rollins. This was the first time Kent was on the show…and in this particular segment, the content was requested by our pal Steve Ray from Owl’s Nest BBQ.Kent makes a firm declaration on how eating out of a cast iron pan is actually HEALTHY for you because of the iron in it…hmmmmmm!So, if you are not familiar with Kent, or the cowboy chuckwagon lifestyle, then this is a BEST OF show you will want to check out…more importantly…you will want to go and grab the entire interview and that link can be found in the show notes.By the way…to Answer Jon’s question at the end of the show…Kent’s Assistant is named SKEETER!!  And if I am not mistaken, that is Kent’s father in law…a little extended family business. Needless to say…in my effort to get Kent on the show…I had to go through SKEETER…that’s a show worth finding…Ready to make a “BEST OF” show all your own?? Email Jon Solberg and let him know what you would like to hear on a future episode! As always, thank you for listening!*Don’t forget to RATE AND REVIEW THE SHOW ON YOU PODCAST APP*Want to hear more from this episode??? Click the link below to hear the full show:Original Air Date: 4/27/2021Original Full Show Link: CLICK HERE

(April 14, 2026 - Hour One)On the show tonight (All Times Eastern):9:14pm - David Gafford - The Barbecue Lab9:35pm - Marleigh Rempe - Reload From Last WeekAll this plus a new "Would You Rather" YouTube Poll Question of the week and results from last week's poll.

(April 14, 2026 - Hour One)On the show tonight (All Times Eastern):9:14pm - David Gafford - The Barbecue Lab9:35pm - Marleigh Rempe - Reload From Last WeekAll this plus a new "Would You Rather" YouTube Poll Question of the week and results from last week's poll.

(April 7, 2026 - Hour Two)10:14pm - Sam The Cooking Guy10:35 - Technical Disaster...really!The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsBig Poppa Smokers – Use promo code “REMPE26” for free shipping!FireboardPit Barrel CookerMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

(April 7, 2026 - Hour One)9:14pm - Malcom Reed9:35pm Len and Jeff from Baseball and BBQThe BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsBig Poppa Smokers – Use promo code “REMPE26” for free shipping!FireboardPit Barrel CookerMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

Episode 427Taking you back to 2/19/2019 - This week features one of my favorite humans of all time, Sterling Ball from big Poppa Smokers. One of the most underrated, judged and revered pitmasters and businessmen in the live fire industry. Not familiar? You will certainly enjoy this segment!Ready to make a “BEST OF” show all your own?? Email Jon Solberg and let him know what you would like to hear on a future episode! As always, thank you for listening!*Don’t forget to RATE AND REVIEW THE SHOW ON YOU PODCAST APP*Want to hear more from this episode??? Click the link below to hear the full show:Original Air Date: 2/19/2016Original Full Show Link: CLICK HERE

Episode 426Taking you back to 4/12/2011 - This week features Darren Warth of Iowa Smokey D’s BBQ. In this particular episode we talk about his participation in the first ever Sam’s Club local event…at this time in his career, Darren was doing a lot of “flying into locations” and cooking on any cooker he could get his hands on. The most impressive part of this, of course, is he was winning a lot of these events…or at a minimum…being very competitive.Of course there was a lot of talk about Sam’s and their participation in this event…the excitement of this new “tour” being launched…which ultimately became known as one of the best events in BBQ history…gone now…but obviously not forgotten.For those unacquainted with Darren…this is a good segment to hear the “calm” nature of the person many consider to be the best competition BBQ’er of all time.Ready to make a “BEST OF” show all your own?? Email Jon Solberg and let him know what you would like to hear on a future episode! As always, thank you for listening!*Don’t forget to RATE AND REVIEW THE SHOW ON YOU PODCAST APP*Want to hear more from this episode??? Click the link below to hear the full show:Original Air Date: 4/12/2011Original Full Show Link: CLICK HERE

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Episode 425Taking you back to 3/15/2011 - This week features ME giving YOU "grilling season" maintenance tips. As the weather starts to break...maybe...in various parts of the country (and world) it's always good practice to do a thorough cleaning of you grills and smokers. You should actually do this more than once per year if you are a heavy user. Remember, a clean grill is a healthy grill. Also, stop using wire grill brushes. They are dangerous.Ready to make a “BEST OF” show all your own?? Email Jon Solberg and let him know what you would like to hear on a future episode! As always, thank you for listening!*Don’t forget to RATE AND REVIEW THE SHOW ON YOU PODCAST APP*Want to hear more from this episode??? Click the link below to hear the full show:Original Air Date: 3/15/2011Original Full Show Link: CLICK HERE

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