The BBQ Central Show

Episode 404Taking you back to 8/2/2022 - Continuing the 5 week run with the newest members of the BBQ Central Show Guest Hall of Fame. Today we feature Wes Wright...the creator of the Cookout News website.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: 8/2/2022Original Full Show Link: CLICK HERE

(October 14, 2025 - Hour Two)10:00-11:00pm - In the 2nd hour, we knock down the 4th of 5 BBQCS Origin Stories with the one and only Melissa Cookston. We know Melissa as a hugely successful competition cook, then as an author, then as a TV host and now as a BBQ supply store owner. She is also active in major competitions and founded the World Jr. BBQ League. Where did she grow up? What was a young Melissa like as a kid and young adult? When did she get into the BBQ scene and how did she make her breaks to get to where she is today? All will be revealed tonight!The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsBig Poppa Smokers – Use promo code “REMPE15” for 15% off your entire purchase!FireboardPit Barrel CookerMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

(October 14, 2025 - Hour One)9:14pm - Robert Moss jumps in a segment early to (help me out) talk about his latest top 50 list and then we talk about the resurrection of "The Cue Sheet".9:35pm - Open for some house cleaningThe BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsBig Poppa Smokers – Use promo code “REMPE15” for 15% off your entire purchase!FireboardPit Barrel CookerMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

Episode 403Taking you back to 5/14/2013 - Continuing the 5 week run with the newest members of the BBQ Central Show Guest Hall of Fame. Today we feature Melissa Cookston...the winningest woman in BBQ. Stay tuned for the next HOF member next Friday!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: 5/14/2013Original Full Show Link: CLICK HERE

(October 7, 2025 - Hour Two)10:00-11:00pm - In the 2nd hour, we knock down the 3rd of 5 Origin Stories with former CEO of KCBS Emily Detwiler. Not always in the BBQ world, we will track Emily's ascension into the world of live fire, where it peaked and why she left. We will also get the full back story on her as well, which is a story that hasn't been told in our circles...but that changes tonight!The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsBig Poppa Smokers – Use promo code “REMPE15” for 15% off your entire purchase!FireboardPit Barrel CookerMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

(October 7, 2025 - Hour One)9:00 -10pm - Tonight's show is all 2025 BBQ Central Show Guest Hall of Famer's All The Time! First up is long time friend of the show, TV star, author, class teacher and BBQ restaurant owner, Andy Husbands. Ever wondered how Andy came into this business? All will be revealed during the first hour. Be ready to start right from the jump...no intro tonight!The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsBig Poppa Smokers – Use promo code “REMPE15” for 15% off your entire purchase!FireboardPit Barrel CookerMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

Episode 402Taking you back to 10/31/2019 - Starting a 5 week run with the newest members of the BBQ Central Show Guest Hall of Fame. Today we start with Emily Detwiler. Emily spent many years in the BBQ industry on the business side of things. She worked with Smithfield for many years and made many appearances on the show talking about various programs and initiatives that Smithfield was bringing to the industry at that those times. Eventually, Emily left Smithfield and became CEO of the Kansas City BBQ Society. After her contract expired, she left and went to a large food seller where she remains today.Emily had been Rusty's annual pick to go into the GHOF...and 2025 was Emily's year as she was unanimously voted in by all of us! Congrats to Emily and THANK YOU for being such a great guest all these years.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: 10/31/2019Original Full Show Link: CLICK HERE

(September 30, 2025 - Hour Two)10:00-11:00pm - In the 2nd hour, we kick off the BBQCS GHOF "Origin Stories" with Travis Clark. We will get the full background on Travis, what his childhood was like, what his past jobs were like and how he got into BBQ in the first place. We will then track his BBQ path to present day. It is sure to be an incredible hour of BBQ and life talk.The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsBig Poppa Smokers – Use promo code “REMPE15” for 15% off your entire purchase!FireboardPit Barrel CookerMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

(September 30, 2025 - Hour One)9:14pm - Tonight we start with my second favorite passion/hobby, CIGARS! Amanda Micallef from Micallef Cigars stops by to talk about their new "Micallef Green" cigar that was recently released. We will learn how long this one was in thew works, why "green" vs another color, what the guts of the cigar are made up of and what kind of smoking experience you can expect if you pick some up. I should be coming into some as well so samples will be available for those of you who wish to try one.9:35pm - Recap of the BBQ Central Show Guest Hall of Fame classThe BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsBig Poppa Smokers – Use promo code “REMPE15” for 15% off your entire purchase!FireboardPit Barrel CookerMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

Episode 401Taking you back to 9/23/2008 - Bob Beeman - Golds Bar-B-Que - Kicking off the next 400 episodes…the live show only 7 months old at this point…and history will show that Bob Beeman, in the beginnings of the show…was a competitive BBQ’er in the PNW…was a big fan of the show…and was a semi-frequent caller to the show when we had the “phone line” to actually do that.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: 9/23/2008Original Full Show Link: CLICK HERE

(September 23, 2025 - Hour Two)10:14pm & 10:35pm - In the 2nd hour, the EC's and I will do the annual BBQ Central Show Guest Hall of Fame nominations...culminating in a new BBQCS Guest Hall of Fame Class! Which 5 will get in?? You will have to tune in to find out!The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsBig Poppa Smokers – Use promo code “REMPE15” for 15% off your entire purchase!FireboardPit Barrel CookerMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

(September 23, 2025 - Hour One)9:14pm - Tonight I start with a recap of the 2025 Hartville Hardware Grillfest. I will give you all the highlights (no low-lights), interactions and behind the scenes scoops you could ever want!9:35pm - The Embedded Correspondents will drop in a bit early to polish of a few 100%AQ.The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsBig Poppa Smokers – Use promo code “REMPE15” for 15% off your entire purchase!FireboardPit Barrel CookerMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

Episode 400!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Taking you back to 8/18/2015 - Jon believes he has found the actual 400th episode of The BBQ Central Show…and this is a taste of what and who was on the show back in 2015Ready 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: 8/18/2015Original Full Show Link: CLICK HERE

(September 16, 2025 - Hour Two)10:14pm - Leading off the 2nd hour is someone who has been moved around the guest board the past number of weeks. Mike Lang from Another Pint Please will stop by and talk about his new IG account, is latest book writing effort and this coming weekend's agenda at the 2025 Hartville Hardware Grillfest! Oh yeah...I will be there too!!10:35pm - Joining me for his 3rd quarterly visit in 2025 is the BBQ editor of Texas Monthly, Daniel Vaughn. Tonight we talk on a variety of topics to include his global influence in BBQ, a sausage sensi and the hate he gets from people on the TMBBQ Top 50 BBQ list.The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsBig Poppa Smokers – Use promo code “REMPE15” for 15% off your entire purchase!FireboardPit Barrel CookerMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

(September 16, 2025 - Hour One)9:14pm - Tonight we, hopefully, bring a resolution to the months long "non-payment" of a bet between Matt Osman and Sam The Cooking Guy. Matt bet Sam's YouTube Channel would hit 4MM subscribers by May 1st. He was so confident, that he bet Sam $2,000 he would accomplish this goal. Matt was wrong. However, months later, there has been no payment to Sam. We will get the full background on the story and we will also work out payment. We will also have fun and frivolity along the way.9:35pm - 3rd Tuesday of the month regular guest and creator of Cookoputnews.com, Wes Wright, joins me to talk about the past 30 days of business in the BBQ and Grilling world.The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsBig Poppa Smokers – Use promo code “REMPE15” for 15% off your entire purchase!FireboardPit Barrel CookerMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

Episode 399Taking you back to 9/1/2009 - Being featured this week is ME!! And you know I love me some me…and the topic being discussed at this time was wood pellets…specifically Traeger Wood pellets…specifically…the way the flavor was going into these pellets…enjoy!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: 9/1/2009Original Full Show Link: CLICK HERE

(September 9, 2025 - Hour Two)10:14pm & 10:35pm - 6 months after his last visit, we catch up with, now, two time book author, Meathead from Amazingribs.com. How is the book selling? Is it tracking the way the first book did? Will this be a NYT Best Seller? Is Harry Connick Jr. using Meathead as his go to source for his personal BBQ knowledge? Does he still run Amazingribs.com? All will be revealed tonight!The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsBig Poppa Smokers – Use promo code “REMPE15” for 15% off your entire purchase!FireboardPit Barrel CookerMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

(September 9, 2025 - Hour One)9:14pm - The latest craze in our small ecosystem has been the revealing of the new BBQ Central Show theme song "Get In The Smoke". Tonight we lead off the show with the creator of the song, Heath Bennett. We will get to know Heath a bit, see if he is a music guy and see if he is a bbq'er. We will also learn the "process" hew went through to turn out the finished product...which , by my account, was great! You might learn some AI insights as well.9:35pm - Did you know that BBQ pork ribs were once considered the most vile items on the earth? True story (mostly) and tonight, our pal Robert Moss will tell us all about how this highly revered BBQ meat of today was able to turn the corner from "trash meat" to "favorite BBQ item" on most menus. You will be shocked to hear how The Ohio River plays a part in all of this as well.The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsBig Poppa Smokers – Use promo code “REMPE15” for 15% off your entire purchase!FireboardPit Barrel CookerMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

Episode 398Taking you back to September 15, 2011, we are excited to feature a truly pioneering figure in the history of our program. I would confidently assert that she was the program's very first "Embedded Correspondent," a concept she embodied long before the EC format became a familiar and established part of our show. Her name is Kelly Dodd, and we encourage our audience to consider if that name sparks any recognition.Fourteen years ago, Ms. Dodd was a vibrant young enthusiast immersed in the thrilling world of competitive BBQ. Her involvement stemmed from her father, Brian, who served as the esteemed pitmaster for the renowned team, "Whoose Smokin'." It was Mr. Dodd who initially reached out to me with a compelling proposal: Kelly could conduct on-site interviews directly from the heart of these high-stakes BBQ competitions.At that time, competitive BBQ was experiencing a surge in popularity, captivating a wide audience with its blend of culinary artistry, intense rivalry, and vibrant community. Kelly's natural charisma and insightful questions allowed her to secure some truly exceptional interviews. In fact, the segment you are about to hear is a testament to her groundbreaking work, featuring conversations with some of the most distinguished and legendary competitive BBQ teams of all time, offering a unique glimpse into a pivotal era of the sport.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: 9/15/2011Original Full Show Link: CLICK HERE

(Pre-Recorded August 31, 2025 - Second hour)Sam The Cooking Guy and I chop it up on eating out, tipping, retail and more.The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsBig Poppa Smokers – Use promo code “REMPE15” for 15% off your entire purchase!FireboardPit Barrel CookerMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

(9/2/2025 - Previously recorded - BUT NEW)New to you content with Malcom Reed.The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsBig Poppa Smokers – Use promo code “REMPE15” for 15% off your entire purchase!FireboardPit Barrel CookerMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

BONUS CONTENT:What's going on, BBQ Central fans? You know that new song we've got, "Get In The Smoke"? Well, I've just been told that some other podcast is doing a full-on deep dive into it. I'm not sure what they're going to find, but I'm flattered they're digging into our new theme. You'll have to let me know what you think. And while you're at it, fire up the pit and get in the smoke with me.

Taking you back to - 8/30/2011 - Thai week featuring one of the most special people in BBQ and in my BBQ and personal life…Diva Q, Danielle Bennett. For those who know Danielle in the recent years of her career, you know her as an author, a cooking instructor and a TV show host…amongst other things. However, Danielle was also quite a successful BBQ competition cook…and in this segment, we talk about how she had been recently DQ’ed at a contest right off the rip at her chicken turn-in. Danielle talks in-depth about this whole thing, what led to it and where the blame falls when it comes to this DQ.Oddly enough, 2011 was a year where many top pitmasters were getting DQ’ed for missing the turn in window at the events they were cooking in.BTW…Diva Q in Hartville on Sept 20th at Grillfest…it’s going to be a blast!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: 8/30/2011Original Full Show Link: CLICK HERE

(August 26, 2025- Hour Two)10:14pm & 10:35 - 4th Tuesday in the 2nd hour...you already know...The Embedded Correspondents!The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsBig Poppa Smokers – Use promo code “REMPE15” for 15% off your entire purchase!FireboardPit Barrel CookerMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

(August 26, 2025 - Show Notes)9:14pm - One of the most socially successful BBQ'ers in the industry today, our pal Jack Arnold, joins me to talk about his recent concert goings, living the healthy BBQ lifestyle, his upcoming Labor Day evet in Tampa, FL and we will also take a peek into his Fall BBQ Tour!9:35pm - I left this segment open because I have an incredible item to showcase for all of you tonight (and in podcast). It might become a regular staple of the show in some way. Also, I had a "celebrity moment" yesterday at Cedar Point...I'll tell you all about it!The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsBig Poppa Smokers – Use promo code “REMPE15” for 15% off your entire purchase!FireboardPit Barrel CookerMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

Episode 396Taking you back to - 8/26/2008 - This week we feature the guy who kicked off the show tonight…Steven Raichlen…this time, he was making his first appearance on the LIVE BBQ Central Show…he had made his debut a few years before then on the podcast…but this was the first live appearance. Also, interesting to hear what Steven was talking about and finding important 17 years ago vs. what best practices dictate in 2025…some things similar…somethings…not so much.Lastly…and this is all about me…but CRIPES…why do I sound like that??? I don’t like the way I sound those first few years…not sure what I was using from an equipment stand point…but the higher “nasally” sound, to me, is a bit off-putting…however, you may not share the same viewpoint as me…which is fine as well.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: 8/26/2008Original Full Show Link: CLICK HERE

(August 19, 2025 - Hour Two)10:14pm - Susie & Todd Bulloch - Hey Grill HeyThe BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsPitts & Spitts BBQ Pits - Use "bbqcentral" at checkout for a free spice pack.Big Poppa Smokers – Use promo code “REMPE15” for 15% off your entire purchase!FireboardPit Barrel CookerMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

(August 19, 2025 - Hour One)9:14pm - Steven Raichlen9:35pm - Wes WrightThe BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsBig Poppa Smokers – Use promo code “REMPE15” for 15% off your entire purchase!FireboardPit Barrel CookerMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

Episode 395Taking you back to - August 12, 2008 - The one and only Gary Vaynerchuck joined me for the very first time back in 2008. At the time, Gary was building his massively successful "Wine Library TV" show on YouTube. As you can imagine, we talked about wine, bbq and some sports. At the time, this was one of the biggest "gets" in the show's short life (at that time). ENJOY hearing Gary before he became the ICON that he is today.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: 8/12/2008Original Full Show Link: CLICK HERE

(August 12, 2025 - Hour One)Mr. Jonathan from the Cigar Authority Podcast joins me and talks A LOT about cigar stuff.The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsBig Poppa Smokers – Use promo code “REMPE15” for 15% off your entire purchase!FireboardMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

Episode 394Taking you back to - September 1, 2009 - Jason Day from Burnt Finger BBQ and the creator of the incredibly popular "Bacon Explosion".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: 9/1/2009Original Full Show Link: CLICK HERE

(August 5, 2025 - Hour Two)Doug Scheiding and Rusty Monson show up and give their take on the most recent list of 100% Assurity questions...did your answers change?The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsBig Poppa Smokers – Use promo code “REMPE15” for 15% off your entire purchase!FireboardPit Barrel CookerMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

(August 5, 2025 - Hour One)Hour one has <Malcom Reed and Sam The Cooking Guy...what could be better than that?The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsBig Poppa Smokers – Use promo code “REMPE15” for 15% off your entire purchase!FireboardPit Barrel CookerMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

Episode 393Taking you back to - August 4, 2009 - And a 2nd time visit from a legend in the industry and the owner of the famed (and now closed) East Coast Grill, Chris Schlesinger (Slay-singer). 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: 8/4/2009Original Full Show Link: CLICK HERE

Episode 392Taking you back to - July 26 2013 - Pitmaster Pat Martin…Martin’s BBQ - Whole Hog master…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: 7/26/2013Original Full Show Link: CLICK HERE

(July 22, 2025 - Show Notes)10:14pm & 10:35 - Making their usual monthly appearance, The Embedded Correspondents, join me for another round of fresh "100% Assurity Questions". However, we will be missing our pals Doug Scheiding and Rusty Monson...as they are otherwise obligated to work engagements. That's the bad news...the good news is I have (2) fill-in guests to take their place and they are as big as it gets! Be prepared for hot takes, hot opinions and witty repartee in the 2nd hour.The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsPitts & Spitts BBQ Pits - Use "bbqcentral" at checkout for a free spice pack.Big Poppa Smokers – Use promo code “REMPE15” for 15% off your entire purchase!FireboardPit Barrel CookerMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

(July 22, 2025 - Hour One)9:14pm & 9:35pm - The 3rd Tuesday of the month brings a first hour visit from the VP of Marketing at one of my favorite cigar brands, Amanda Micallef, at Micallef Cigars. Tonight we dive into her background (before cigars), how she got into the cigar business and what she plans to do with the brand as the years wear on. We will also talk about the highly successful "Color Series" cigars that have changed the game when it come to the cigar industry...both in quality and price point.The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsPitts & Spitts BBQ Pits - Use "bbqcentral" at checkout for a free spice pack.Big Poppa Smokers – Use promo code “REMPE15” for 15% off your entire purchase!FireboardPit Barrel CookerMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

Episode 390Taking you back to - June 18 2013 - This week we feature the pitmaster and creator of Sweet Smoke Q, Jim Elser. This was Jim’s debut appearance on the show and we talk about how he got into competition BBQ…and specifically Florida competition BBQ. We also talked about his experience doing different events sanctioned by different governing bodies…one thing is for certain…as Jim’s competition career wore on, he became a winner in many different sanctioning bodies and many different events in general. Perhaps one of the most underrated competition cooks of our time…is Jim Elser of Sweet Smoke Q. So, if you don't know Jim and you would like the first real intro to him and with the show…THIS is the one to get. Don’t forget, you can click on the complete show link in the notes section and listen to the entire show…which is promised to have been a great one!!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: 6/18/2013Original Full Show Link: CLICK HERE

(July 15, 2025 - Hour Two)10:14pm - Making her 3rd appearance in 2025 is quarterly guest, and fan favorite, Jess Pryles. A Sweden trip recap, what is Tastemade, black coffee, who's the random guy in some her IG videos, a small'ish deep dive on MSG and, of course, a musical game to close the segment.10:35pm - Closing the show tonight is my middle daughter, Madisyn Rempe. This past weekend was a big one for her academically. She has completed her first full year in Physician Assistant school and now heads on to tackle her clinical year. We will discuss the first year expectations and where reality ended up falling and we will also take a look ahead to what round she will be doing over the next year and change.The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsPitts & Spitts BBQ Pits - Use "bbqcentral" at checkout for a free spice pack.Big Poppa Smokers – Use promo code “REMPE15” for 15% off your entire purchase!FireboardPit Barrel CookerMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

(July 15, 2025 - Hour One)9:14pm - The 3rd Tuesday of July brings a visit from the hosts of the famed "Baseball and BBQ" podcast, Len Aberman and Jeff Cohen. Ironically, the mid-point of the baseball season is upon us TONIGHT. We will discuss the first half of the year, the Mets, The Guardians and some other items as well. We might even talk about some BBQ stuff...who knows!9:35pm - After the Baseball and BBQ boys, I will be joined by Wes Wright from Cookout News. We missed Wes last month so, tonight, we will recap the past 60 days of BBQ business and take a quick look ahead to the next 30 days.The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsPitts & Spitts BBQ Pits - Use "bbqcentral" at checkout for a free spice pack.Big Poppa Smokers – Use promo code “REMPE15” for 15% off your entire purchase!FireboardPit Barrel CookerMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

Episode 390Taking you back to June 13 2017 - This week we feature Jess Pryles…whom you will see next week…and in this instance we are talking about the release of her then new RED rub. By the way…make note…she is on the phone…when the show actually had a phone line…so if you have ever wondered what the show “used” to sound like…this was it…your host sounding great…and the guest sounding like they were on a phone…because they were on a phone.Anyway…we do talk about the amount of rubs and sauces existing in 2017…and it certainly hasn’t dropped off any 8 years later. Jess has continued to evolve over the years and the offering portfolio has grown quite a bit….and, if you need a further teaser…we do dive into a surprise horsemeat conversation…so if that doesn’t encourage you…I don’t know what will.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: 6/13/2017Original Full Show Link: CLICK HERE

(July 8, 2025 - Hour One)10:14pm - I have some things to cover, some questions to answer and some hot takes to spit!The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsPitts & Spitts BBQ Pits - Use "bbqcentral" at checkout for a free spice pack.Big Poppa Smokers – Use promo code “REMPE15” for 15% off your entire purchase!FireboardPit Barrel CookerMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

(July 8, 2025 - Hour One)9:14pm - The 2nd Tuesday of the month (at least this month) brings a visit from the creator of the Barbecue Lab. David Gafford joins me tonight to talk about outdoor kitchens, pellet cookers, gas grills and grill brushes.9:35pm - After David, I will be joined by the smartest man in BBQ, Robert Moss! Tonight we talk about the latest updates in the Michelin Star Guide and then we transition into "Mac and Cheese" or pork ribs getting dumped into the Ohio river...guess you'll have to tune in and find out what we end up going with to close the segment.The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsPitts & Spitts BBQ Pits - Use "bbqcentral" at checkout for a free spice pack.Big Poppa Smokers – FireboardPit Barrel CookerMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

Episode 389Taking you back to August 18, 2015 - Featuring the newest #1 Texas Monthly BBQ Joints recipient, an accomplished competition BBQ pitmaster and all around nice guy, Ernest Servantes. If you haven’t heard Ernest before…this one does give you a quick look into how he came up…also, how he was able to knock down a bunch of TV appearances back when BBQ was a big thing on TV…you also can hear me act like a complete tool in the beginning of the interview as well…and that’s all I am going to say about that.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: 8/18/2015Original Full Show Link: CLICK HERE

(July 1, 2025 - Hour Two:10:14pm & 10:35pm - Sam The Cooking Guy makes his monthly appearance on the show tonight and it's a special day for a number of reasons. We will talk about his new book that he just signed to do, we will also talk about his latest trip out of the country and, before any of that, we will take a look at foods that originate from the great country to the north of us...CANADA!! We do this because today is Canada Day! I also have a special item planned for our friend Sam that will be sure to set the tone for this part of the interview! The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsPitts & Spitts BBQ Pits - Use "bbqcentral" at checkout for a free spice pack.Big Poppa Smokers – Use promo code “REMPE15” for 15% off your entire purchase!FireboardPit Barrel CookerMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

(July 1, 2025 - Hour One)9:14pm - The 2nd half of 2025 begins TODAY! So, why not take a look at the first part of the year with our monthly guest, Malcom Reed! What happened in business, what happened in food, what happened in life...and then we'll look into the 2nd half of the year and guess how the industry will react to ever changing business climates, threats and other items that impact business in all forms of the live-fire industry.The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsPitts & Spitts BBQ Pits - Use "bbqcentral" at checkout for a free spice pack.Big Poppa Smokers – Use promo code “REMPE15” for 15% off your entire purchase!FireboardPit Barrel CookerMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

Episode 388Taking you back to May 20, 2014 - Featuring BBQ HOF’er, MIM legend, BBQCS Guest HOF’er…and the list goes on…Chris Lilly from Big Bob Gibson BBQ. We discussed a then 4th overall world GC at MIM…has since notched a 5th one as we know…this one is specifically interesting because it was the year that BBG won shoulder and the overall GC…with frozen pork butts…a great listen if you didn’t hear it back in 2014…a great recounting of this bizarre tale by Chris himself.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: 5/20/2014Original Full Show Link: CLICK HERE

(June 24, 2025 - Hour Two)10:14pm & 10:35pm - The 4th Tuesday of the month brings a visit from the Embedded Correspondents. We have a fresh and varying list of 100% Assurity Questions. Aaron Huntleman will stick around for the 2nd hour as well so be sure to tune and and play along with us! The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsPitts & Spitts BBQ Pits - Use "bbqcentral" at checkout for a free spice pack.Big Poppa Smokers – Use promo code “REMPE15” for 15% off your entire purchase!FireboardPit Barrel CookerMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

(June24, 2025 - Hour One)9:14pm - Did you know we are "Eating the World"? Mike Grunwald thinks so and he joins me once again to talk about where we are as a country and as a global society as it relates to the food supply, the land we have available and the population that is growing. The conversation is sure to be thought provoking and entertaining.9:35pm - After Mike, in studio guest and pitmaster of Go Big or Go BBQ, Aaron Huntelman, joins me to talk about the new partnership Mister Brisket has with the American Royal and how you can take advantage of it if you are competing at the contest this year. I also have a few chicken questions for Aaron as well.The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsPitts & Spitts BBQ Pits - Use "bbqcentral" at checkout for a free spice pack.Big Poppa Smokers – Use promo code “REMPE15” for 15% off your entire purchase!FireboardPit Barrel CookerMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

Episode 387Taking you back to 6/6/2017 and a visit with,,,ME...Where we talk about what the definition of a BBQ Pitmaster is...ENJOY! 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: 6/6/2017Original Full Show Link: CLICK HERE