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The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast
by Black Smoke Barbecue
Welcome to Black Smoke Barbecue! We are a collaborative group that focuses on different aspects of Barbecue from Pitmasters from all across North America. Barbecue is a culture and we discuss topics, ideas and the methods of it on The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast. Our mission is to spotlight those lesser known content creators in backyard barbecue, catering, food truck operations as well as the African American experience in Modern Day Barbecue.
Episodes
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Texas BBQ Meets the Caribbean | Saint-Martin BBQ Competition 🇫🇷🔥 #BBQ #TexasBBQ #saintmartin
🔥 This episode is sponsored by Harder Charcoal & Exhibit Supply! 🔥The day we've been waiting for has arrived. 🇫🇷🔥Black Smoke Barbecue continues our journey through Saint-Martin for the 2025 Festival de la Gastronomie, and this time we're heading into the streets of Marigot for one of the...
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What’s Next for Country Style? Art Fennell on 10 Years & the Future
🔥 This episode is sponsored by Harder Charcoal & Exhibit Supply! 🔥 After six episodes, Stories From the Smoke: A Country Style Series comes to a close with the man who started it all — Art Fennell. Black Smoke Media spent Country Style 2026 in Blenheim, South Carolina, documenting the…
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The Black BBQ History That Was Almost Forgotten | Stories From the Smoke at Country Style #BBQ
🔥 This episode is sponsored by Harder Charcoal & Exhibit Supply! 🔥 Stories From the Smoke returns to the Country Style Cook-Off in Blenheim, South Carolina. In Episode 5, “Keeping the Fire,” we sit down with Cordin Wood of Wood Family Q and Dr. Howard Conyers for two conversations connected by...
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Do You Wash Your Meat? The Great BBQ Debate #BBQ #Dinner #Clean
🔥 This episode is sponsored by Harder Charcoal & Exhibit Supply! 🔥 Do you wash your meat before cooking it? And what exactly does “washing” meat even mean? On this episode of the Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast, Brandon, Charlie, Tee and Alton jump into one of the most persistent—and...
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Noah Galuten Talks Grill Time, Kevin Bludso & the Secrets to Better BBQ #BBQ #Grilling #Recipe
🔥 This episode is sponsored by Harder Charcoal & Exhibit Supply! 🔥 What if better barbecue didn't have to be complicated? James Beard Award-winning cookbook author and chef Noah Galuten joins the Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast to talk about his new cookbook, Grill Time, his approach to making...
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Summer Róyal 2026 | Whole Hog BBQ, Charity, Community & Competition in Dillon, SC #bbq
Every great barbecue event has a story... and Summer Royale is one worth sharing. Join us as @pitmastercheez (Stan), Tyrone @tyronemanning9686 T-Dub BBQ and the Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast discuss everything coming to the 4th Annual Summer Róyal in Dillon, South Carolina. What started as a...
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The Side of BBQ That Most People Never See | Da Rib King at Country Style Cookoff 2026 #bbq
🔥 This episode is sponsored by Harder Charcoal & Exhibit Supply! 🔥 STORIES FROM THE SMOKE | Chapter Four: When Barbecue Becomes A Mission At Country Style Cookoff, barbecue is about much more than trophies. It's about the people. In Chapter 4 of our Stories From The Smoke series, we sit down…
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The People That Make BBQ Special | Country Style Cookoff 2026 #bbq
🔥 This episode is sponsored by Harder Charcoal & Exhibit Supply! 🔥 STORIES FROM THE SMOKE | Chapter Three: The Voices of Barbecue What makes the Country Style Cookoff different from every other barbecue event? It's the people. In Chapter Three of our Stories From the Smoke series, we meet two...
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The Side of BBQ Most People Never See | Country Style Cookoff 2026 #bbq
🔥 This episode is sponsored by Harder Charcoal & Exhibit Supply! 🔥 STORIES FROM THE SMOKE | Chapter Two: Where the Smoke Comes Alive Country Style Cookoff 2026 in Blenheim, South Carolina brings together pitmasters, families, and barbecue lovers from across the country for a celebration of…
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Country Style Cookoff 2026:Daryl Walker on Competition BBQ, Faith & Legacy #bbq
🔥 This episode is sponsored by Harder Charcoal & Exhibit Supply! 🔥 🔥 STORIES FROM THE SMOKE | Chapter One: Daryl "Sweetie" Walker There's something special happening in barbecue—and it's bigger than what's happening on the grill. Welcome to Stories From the Smoke, a new documentary series from...
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Tony McNeill Jr. Explains What Most BBQ Cooks Get Wrong #bbq
🔥 This episode is sponsored by Harder Charcoal & Exhibit Supply! 🔥 🔥 Episode 99 – Tony McNeill Jr. (T Nasty's BBQ) What separates a backyard cook from someone who truly understands barbecue? In this episode of The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast, Brandon, T-Dubb, Alton, Charlie, and special guest...
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EVERYBODY Thinks They're a Pitmaster... They're Not | Darren Carter #bbq #pitmaster #pelletgrill
🔥 This episode is sponsored by Harder Charcoal & Exhibit Supply! 🔥 What does it really mean to be a Pitmaster? In this episode of The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast, Darren Carter of @CartersBBQ216 the crew to tackle one of the most debated topics in barbecue today: the overuse of the title...
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Kris Austin Breaks Down REAL Texas-Style Brisket, Sausage & BBQ Business Truths #bbq #cali #food
🔥 This episode is sponsored by Harder Charcoal & Exhibit Supply! 🔥 🔥 From Mississippi roots to California smoke, this episode is packed with barbecue knowledge, hustle, and heart. On this episode of the The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast, we sit down with Kris Austin of A&M BBQ and...
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Competition BBQ Meltdown: Racism, Threats & A Permanent Ban #bbq #barbecue
Barbecue is supposed to bring people together. In this episode of The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast, we discuss the recent controversy surrounding a competition BBQ incident that led to a permanent IBCA ban after allegations of racist language, threats, and unsportsmanlike conduct surfaced…
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Malcolm Reed & Heath Riles React To The Wildest Open Fire BBQ Event
🔥 This episode is sponsored by Harder Charcoal & Exhibit Supply! 🔥 FIRE. SMOKE. COMMUNITY. 🔥 Episode 7 of our Open Fire MeatUp series brings together two legends of barbecue content creation — Malcolm Reed of @howtobbqright and Heath Riles of @HeathRilesBBQ — live from Hondo, Texas at the...
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Thyron Mathews Bet On Himself… And Built This BBQ Dream
🔥 This episode is sponsored by Harder Charcoal & Exhibit Supply! 🔥 Episode 6 of the Open Fire MeatUp series is bigger than BBQ. We sat down with Thyron Mathews of @ThyronMathewsBBQ in Hondo, Texas—and what started as a conversation about food turned into something much deeper. From humble...
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Ep. 93 | We Triggered BBQ Fans With This 3-2-1 Rib Take
🔥 This episode is sponsored by Harder Charcoal & Exhibit Supply! 🔥 The debate isn’t over… it just got louder. After the reaction to our last episode, we HAD to revisit the 3-2-1 ribs method—and this time we brought in Daryl Smith of Bad Beast Barbecue to help break it all down. From backyard...
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Ep. 92 | Are 3-2-1 Ribs Trash?
🔥 This episode is sponsored by Harder Charcoal & Exhibit Supply! 🔥 This lively panel discussion tackles the controversial 3-2-1 ribs method, exploring its origins, effectiveness, and misconceptions. Brandon, Charlie, Tee and Alton share their insights, experiences, and opinions on barbecue...
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Ep. 91 | Mastering the Art of BBQ w/ Derese Tabor
🔥 This episode is sponsored by Harder Charcoal & Exhibit Supply! 🔥 In this episode, we sit down with pit master Derese Tabor from Cisco's Kid to explore her journey in barbecue, her signature dishes like pineapple blue cheese sauce, and her insights on barbecue techniques, industry challenges,...
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Open Fire MeatUp 2025: The Creators, Brands & Builders Behind the Fire
🔥 This episode is sponsored by Harder Charcoal & Exhibit Supply! 🔥🎬 A Cinematic BBQ Documentary Series by The Black Smoke Barbecue PodcastEpisode 5 of our Open Fire MeatUp series shifts the focus from the flames to the people building the movement behind them.From grill manufacturers and pork...
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🚨 Patreon Exclusive 🚨 The Backyard Pitmaster's Podcast | The Small But Might Portable Grills
In this episode of the Backyard Pitmasters podcast, Charlie and Tee discuss the impact of weather on cooking, share tips for choosing the right grill for weeknight meals, and review the Wood Family Premium Barbecue Blend rub. They also share their latest cooking experiences, emphasizing the...
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🚨 Patreon Bonus Episode 🚨 The Black Smoke BBQ Podcast: Rebuilding a Social Media Brand & Mastering BBQ Rubs w/ Keenan Alforque
In this episode of the Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast, Brandon Charlie and Tee and are joined by special guest Keenan Alforque for a lively conversation that bridges the gap between traditional barbecue and creative culinary fusion. Keenan opens up about his journey, discussing how he blends…
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Wing Battle, Authentic Tacos & Whole Steer Cook | Open Fire MeatUp 2025 by @alfrugoniofc – Episode 4
🔥 This episode is sponsored by Harder Charcoal & Exhibit Supply! 🔥 🎬 A Cinematic BBQ Documentary Series by The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast Episode 4 of our Open Fire MeatUp series is pure fire, flavor, and culture — a celebration of competition, tradition, and community cooking on a massive...
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Fire, Flavor & Good Vibes | Open Fire MeatUp by @alfrugoniofc in Hondo, Texas (Episode 3) #bbq
🔥 This episode is sponsored by Harder Charcoal & Exhibit Supply! 🔥 🔥 FIRE, FLAVOR & GOOD VIBES 🔥 Episode 3 — Open Fire MeatUp | Hondo, Texas Episode 3 of our Open Fire MeatUp series shifts the energy — lighter, louder, and full of personality — while still rooted in the fire and culture that...
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Why We Cook by Fire | Inside Open Fire MeatUp with @AlFrugoniofc (Episode 2) #bbq
🔥 This episode is sponsored by Harder Charcoal & Exhibit Supply! 🔥 🔥 WHY WE COOK BY FIRE | Open Fire MeatUp 2025 – Episode 2 🔥 🎬 A Cinematic BBQ Documentary Series by The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast Episode 2 of our Open Fire MeatUp series takes us deeper into the heart of live-fire cooking…
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Inside the Open Fire Meat Up – A Cinematic Walkthrough in Hondo, Texas Ep1
🔥 This episode is sponsored by Harder Charcoal & Exhibit Supply! 🔥 Welcome to Episode 1 of our new cinematic BBQ series. Brandon (@bkccooks) and Alton (@thedawgfathasbbq) hit the road with us to Hondo, Texas for the legendary Open Fire Meat Up by @AlFrugoni — and what we captured is unlike...
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🚨 Patreon Exclusive 🚨 The Backyard Pitmasters Podcast | Smoked Turkey, Gator & Family Traditions
Smoked Turkey, Gator & Family Traditions Welcome back to The Backyard Pitmasters Podcast! In this episode, hosts Charlie Mav and Tee are recovering from the holiday rush and reflecting on their Thanksgiving feasts. 🦃🔥 From the chaos of family gatherings to the triumph of the perfect smoked...
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Ep. 90 | Smoked Turkey, Greens & Good Vibes for Thanksgiving!!
🔥 Welcome to The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast – where flavor meets family, culture, and holiday traditions. 🔥 In this festive episode, host Brandon, Charlie, Tee and Alton dive into their holiday cooking plans, sharing the dishes, traditions, and stories that make this season special. From...
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Ep. 89 | Delilah's BBQ & Beer Fest 2025
🔥 Welcome to The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast – where smoke, stories, and community come together. 🔥 In this episode, the crew takes you inside the heart of Delilah Winder's Barbecue and Beer Fest 2025—a celebration of food, fellowship, and flavor! From pitmasters and innovators to the women...
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🚨 Patreon Exclusive 🚨 Black Smoke After Dark | When Real Life Got Replaced By The Timeline w/ w/ Chef Shatika Robinson
We told you all we had new great show on www.patreon.com/blacksmokebarbecue called Black Smoke After Dark. Check out Ep.6 of the show. If you like this episode , join our Patreon and enjoy all of the After Dark episodes and our other great content. 🌙 Welcome to The Black Smoke After Dark – where...
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Ep. 88 | Barbecue Hospitality with Puerto Rican Soul w/ Christopher Prieto of Prime BBQ
🔥 Welcome to The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast – where flavor, culture, and community come together at the pit. 🔥 In this inspiring episode, host Brandon and co-host Tee sit down with Christopher Prieto, the pitmaster and owner of Prime Barbecue and Prime STQ, to explore his incredible journey...
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Ep. 87 | From the Bayou to Family Recipe Showdown with Kyle Arceneaux of @WhatDawgCookin
Summary In this episode of the Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast, host Brandon and guests Tee and Al discuss the journey of Kyle Arceneaux, a Louisiana-born creator known for his Cajun and Creole cooking. The conversation covers Kyle's recent appearance on the Food Network, the challenges of filming,...
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Ep. 86 | Going From Cashier to Pitmaster w/ Tamu Gonzales
🔥 Welcome to The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast – where barbecue meets culture, community, and real stories from the pit. 🔥 In this episode, host Brandon and the crew celebrate Labor Day traditions, the start of football season, and the art of cooking with special guest Tamu Gonzales, a...
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Ep. 85 | The Journey of Big Wally’s Barbecue w/ Steve Strong
🔥 Welcome to The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast – where barbecue is more than food, it’s family, culture, and community. 🔥 In this episode, the crew sits down with Steve Strong, pitmaster and founder of Big Wally’s BBQ, to explore the craft, culture, and challenges of barbecue. From backyard…
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Ep. 84 | From Backyard Smoke To Content Creator w/ Bridgie Zapata
🔥 Welcome to The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast – where barbecue is more than food, it’s culture, creativity, and community. 🔥 In this episode, hosts Brandon, Tee and Alton sits down with Bridgie Zapata, a rising voice in the barbecue world known for blending Tex-Mex creativity with traditional…
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Ep 83. The Story of Meat Stall Barbecue w/ Ricky Farmer
🔥 Welcome to The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast – where barbecue is more than food, it’s culture, tradition, and community. 🔥 In this episode, host Brandon and Charlie welcome special guest Ricky Farmer, founder of Meat Stall Barbecue, for a powerful conversation about family, tradition, and the...
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Ep. 82: Louisiana Flavor, Festivals & Community w/ Gerald “Pitmaster Papi” Vinnett Jr.
In this episode, host Brandon and the crew sit down with Gerald “Pitmaster Papi” Vinnett Jr. to talk about barbecue as more than food—it’s a culture, a connection, and a way of life. From food festivals to block parties, Gerald shares his journey, his flavors, and his passion for bringing people...
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Ep. 81: Labor Day Cookouts Are A Whole Vibe
🔥 Welcome to The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast – where food, family, and culture come together at the pit. 🔥 “Labor Day Cookouts & Family Reunions: From Pulled Pork to Smoked Desserts” In this episode, hosts Charlie and Tee celebrate the transition from summer to fall with a lively conversation...
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Ep 80 We Know You Want This Smoke w/ Ron Conner
In this episode, the crew sits down with Ron Conner, the celebrated Chicago pitmaster behind UWantDatSmoke, to talk about the journey, challenges, and triumphs of life in barbecue. From post oak and presentation to community and culture, Ron brings heat, insight, and wisdom to the table. 🍖…
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Ep 79: Summer Royale 2025: Whole Hog, & Giving Back w/ Stan Battle
👉🏽 Before you do anything else — check out the site below!🎙️ The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BlackSmokeBarbecue In this episode, hosts Charlie and Tee welcome back the always-entertaining Stan Battle to talk all things Summer Royale 2025—one of the most...
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Ep 78 All Aboard The Flavor Train w/ Chuck Matto
👉🏽 Before you do anything else — check out the site below!🎙️ The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BlackSmokeBarbecue 🔥 Welcome to The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast – where fire meets flavor and stories feed the soul. 🔥 In this episode, host Brandon, Alton and...
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Ep 77: Sisterhood and Smoke w/ Erica Roby & Michelle Wallace
👉🏽 Before you do anything else — check out the site below!🎙️ The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BlackSmokeBarbecueIn this inspiring episode, host **Brandon** and the crew reflect on their time at the **Country Style Cook Off**, while highlighting powerful...
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Bonus Episode. The Country Style Cookoff 2025 Recap
👉🏽 Before you do anything else — check out the site below!🎙️ The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BlackSmokeBarbecue🔥 Welcome back to The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast – where smoke, soul, and stories come together. 🔥In this flavor-packed episode, host…
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Ep 76. From Oil Rigs to Smoked Oxtails w/ Les Rhodes Jr. @lesbbq
👉🏽 Before you do anything else — check out the site below!🎙️ The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BlackSmokeBarbecueIn this powerhouse episode, the crew sits down with Les Rhodes Jr., founder and pitmaster of LES BBQ, known nationwide for his viral smoked...
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Ep 75. Competition Champion & Bougie BBQ w/ Chef Shaticka Robinson
👉🏽 Before you do anything else — check out the site below!🎙️ The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BlackSmokeBarbecue🔥 Welcome to another episode of The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast – where fire meets flavor and stories bring the smoke. 🔥This episode is all...
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Ep. 74: Veterans, Farming and Finding Peace w/ Marvin Frink
👉🏽 Before you do anything else — check out the site below!🎙️ The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BlackSmokeBarbecue🔥 Welcome to another powerful episode of The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast – where food, farming, and purpose intersect. 🔥 This week, host...
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Ep 73 Teaching the Next Generation of Pitmasters w/ Pitmaster Daniel Hammond
👉🏽 Before you do anything else — check out the site below!🎙️ The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BlackSmokeBarbecue🔥 Welcome back to The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast – where smoke meets soul, and the pit tells a story. 🔥In this powerful episode, we dive…
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Ep 72 Balancing Barbecue & Health w/ Joe Miller of NASM @KillerMillerQue
👉🏽 Before you do anything else — check out the site below!🎙️ The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BlackSmokeBarbecue🔥 Welcome to another episode of the Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast! 🔥In this episode of the Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast, host Brandon dives…
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Ep 71. Igniting Flavor & Community w/ Jonathan Jones of Jonathan BBQ
👉🏽 Before you do anything else — check out the site below!🎙️ The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BlackSmokeBarbecue🔥 Welcome to another episode of the Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast! 🔥This week, host Brandon and co-hosts Tee and Alton sit down with the...
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Ep 70 From Cars to Barbecue to New Cookbook w/ Tony Ramirez @tftibbq
👉🏽 Before you do anything else — check out the site below!🎙️ The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BlackSmokeBarbecue🔥 Welcome back to the Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast! 🔥In this flavorful episode, the crew is joined by none other than Tony Ramirez of TFTI…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to Black Smoke Barbecue! We are a collaborative group that focuses on different aspects of Barbecue from Pitmasters from all across North America. Barbecue is a culture and we discuss topics, ideas and the methods of it on The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast. Our mission is to spotlight those lesser known content creators in backyard barbecue, catering, food truck operations as well as the African American experience in Modern Day Barbecue.
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