Episodes

July 27, 2023

The Best Moments of The BBQ Central Show in 10 Minutes or Less

Episode 292This episode is brought to you by The butcher Shoppe…Home of the NEVER crossbred 100% Australian Wylarah 9+ Wagyu brisket, wagyu beef (American and Japanese), dry aged steaks, wild game and MUCH more!! Call to order today: (850) 458-8782 and ask for Kevin! Mention The BBQ Central Show for 10% off your entire order!!___________________________________________Taking you back to 8/7/2012 - Some of you know and some of you don’t…but this whole thing was started back in 2004 when I first l...
July 26, 2023

The Embedded Correspondents Are Split On The BBQ Hall Of Fame!

10:14 & 10:35pm - The 4th Tuesday of the month means a fresh visit from the Embedded Correspondents. We have a bunch of new "100% Assurity Questions" as well as some other topics to go a bit more in-depth on. Lots of fun and lots of frivolity are always at the ready when we all get together for our monthly meeting! The BBQ Central show Sponsors: Primo Grills Pitts & Spitts BBQ Pits - Use "charcoalcentral" at checkout for $150 Off Charcoal Grills Big Poppa Smokers Fireboard Cookin Pellets Pit Ba...
July 25, 2023

How Do Brands Get Into The Home Depot? Also, Did You Hear? There's A New Badger In Town!

9:14pm - We are back LIVE and better than ever tonight! Why not kick it off with a huge first time guest. Ken Johnson, THEE buyer for Home Depot in their outdoor BBQ/Grilling department joins me for the first time. We will talk about the brands in Home Depot available for sale, and more importantly, we will learn all about how those decisions are made, how the contracts are structured, who requests what when it come to new cookers and how far out are they actually operating. If you ever thought ...
July 21, 2023

The Best Moments of The BBQ Central Show in 10 Minutes or Less

Episode 291This episode is brought to you by The butcher Shoppe…Home of the NEVER crossbred 100% Australian Wylarah 9+ Wagyu brisket, wagyu beef (American and Japanese), dry aged steaks, wild game and MUCH more!! Call to order today: (850) 458-8782 and ask for Kevin! Mention The BBQ Central Show for 10% off your entire order!!___________________________________________Taking you back to 7/1/2016 - This week being featured is show favorite and industry icon, Dr. BBQ Ray Lampe. This segment being ...
July 19, 2023

Jess Pryles Has Something Brand New Going On In Texas!

If you are visiting Texas anytime soon...and you are in the right areas, you are in for a treat. Also, you are in for a bigger treat around the 37min mark...or maybe it's not treat at all. BBQ Central Show Sponsors Primo Grills Pitts & Spitts BBQ Pits - Use "bbqcentral" at checkout ($500+) for free spice pack Big Poppa Smokers Fireboard Cookin Pellets Pit Barrel Cooker The Butcher Shoppe - Save 10% When You Mention "The BBQ Central Show" JC Newman Cigars - Try The Angel Cuesta Brand
July 18, 2023

Wes Wright From Cookout News - Tiki Torches?

Wes joins me for his monthly segment and we talk about some backyard products, some points of new business, Traeger has 1,800 influencers in their stable and much much more! BBQ Central Show Sponsors Primo Grills Pitts & Spitts BBQ Pits - Use "bbqcentral" at checkout ($500+) for free spice pack Big Poppa Smokers Fireboard Cookin Pellets Pit Barrel Cooker The Butcher Shoppe - Save 10% When You Mention "The BBQ Central Show" JC Newman Cigars - Try The Angel Cuesta Brand
July 14, 2023

The Best Moments of The BBQ Central Show in 10 Minutes or Less

Episode 290This episode is brought to you by The butcher Shoppe…Home of the NEVER crossbred 100% Australian Wylarah 9+ Wagyu brisket, wagyu beef (American and Japanese), dry aged steaks, wild game and MUCH more!! Call to order today: (850) 458-8782 and ask for Kevin! Mention The BBQ Central Show for 10% off your entire order!!___________________________________________Taking you back to 7/22/2014 - This week being featured is show favorite and industry favorite, Diva Q. Back in 2014, Danielle an...
July 12, 2023

Robert Moss Hosting His Own Podcast (and game)

We talk about his new podcast, and Robert plays a game where I am the participant and not the host...how did I do?? BBQ Central Show Sponsors: Primo Grills Pitts & Spitts BBQ Pits - Use "bbqcentral" at checkout ($500+) for free spice pack Big Poppa Smokers Fireboard Cookin Pellets Pit Barrel Cooker The Butcher Shoppe - Save 10% When You Mention "The BBQ Central Show" JC Newman Cigars - Try The Angel Cuesta Brand
July 11, 2023

What is REALLY Going On With Meathead's Second Book??

The definitive interview that gives us ALL the information as to how the whole book career started and what the delay is in getting this 2nd book to market! BBQ Central Show Sponsors: Primo Grills Pitts & Spitts BBQ Pits - Use "bbqcentral" at checkout ($500+) for free spice pack Big Poppa Smokers Fireboard Cookin Pellets Pit Barrel Cooker The Butcher Shoppe - Save 10% When You Mention "The BBQ Central Show" JC Newman Cigars - Try The Angel Cuesta Brand
July 10, 2023

**Bonus Content - What's Going On With The World Food Championships!?!?!**

Creator, Mike McCloud, joins me to talk about what he says is "the biggest news he has ever revealed on this show"!! This shakes the very foundations of the food sport industry to say the least! The BBQ Central Show Sponsors: Primo Grills Pitts & Spitts BBQ Pits - Use "bbqcentral" at checkout ($500+) for free spice pack Big Poppa Smokers Fireboard Cookin Pellets Pit Barrel Cooker The Butcher Shoppe - Save 10% When You Mention "The BBQ Central Show" JC Newman Cigars - Try The Angel Cuesta Brand
July 7, 2023

The Best Moments of The BBQ Central Show in 10 Minutes or Less

Episode 289This episode is brought to you by The butcher Shoppe…Home of the NEVER crossbred 100% Australian Wylarah 9+ Wagyu brisket, wagyu beef (American and Japanese), dry aged steaks, wild game and MUCH more!! Call to order today: (850) 458-8782 and ask for Kevin! Mention The BBQ Central Show for 10% off your entire order!!___________________________________________Taking you back to 6/18/2013 - The 4 part mini-series concludes this coming Friday. Bacon Turtle burgers get a mention, Paula Dee...
July 5, 2023

Sam The Cooking Guy Says Hot Dogs Are Delicious!

(July 4, 2023 - Hour Two) 10:14 & 10:35pm - 10:14 & 10:35pm - The 1st Tuesday of the month regular guest and first time 4th of July American, Sam The Cooking Guy, joins me for his segment (or two). We will discuss his menu for today, his plans for the evening, his latest recipes and much more! BBQ Central Show Sponsors! Primo Grills Pitts & Spitts BBQ Pits - Use "charcoalcentral" at checkout for $150 off any Charcoal Grill Big Poppa Smokers Fireboard Cookin Pellets Pit Barrel Cooker The Butc...
July 5, 2023

**Bonus Content - Joey Jaws Chestnut**

(Originally aired July 20, 2010) Since we are only a day removed from the annual 4th of July hot dog Eating Contest, I wanted to re-launch this segment. Back in 2010 - Before he gained "Superstar" status as the worlds most prolific competitive eater, I interviewed Joey Chestnut on this show during the "After Dark Segment". If you ever wanted an inside look at what goes on as Joey trains for this event, you will want to check this old segment out!! ENJOY!!
July 4, 2023

Dr. BBQ Has The New Rubs For You!

(July 4, 2023 - Hour One) 9:14pm - Hall of Fame BBQ'er and long time friend of the show, Dr. BBQ (Ray Lampe) stops by for a special 4th of July visit! We will get his answer to the poll question of the week, talk about the 2023 BBQ HOF class, discuss why he has decided to launch a line of rubs at this point in his career, get his take on cultivated meat and much much more! 9:35pm - More with Ray and then maybe some giveaways... BBQ Central Show Sponsors! Primo Grills Pitts & Spitts BBQ Pits...
June 29, 2023

The Best Moments of The BBQ Central Show in 10 Minutes or Less

Episode 288This episode is brought to you by The butcher Shoppe…Home of the NEVER crossbred 100% Australian Wylarah 9+ Wagyu brisket, wagyu beef (American and Japanese), dry aged steaks, wild game and MUCH more!! Call to order today: (850) 458-8782 and ask for Kevin! Mention The BBQ Central Show for 10% off your entire order!!___________________________________________Taking you back to 6/18/2013 - The 4 part mini-series that Jon has put together continues to roll on and features me, my sister K...
June 28, 2023

The Embedded Correspondents Weigh In On Lab Grown Chicken!

(Aired Live on June 27, 2023 - Hour Two) 10:14 & 10:35pm - The 4th Tuesday in the 2nd hour sees me catching up with the Embedded Correspondents! There is a growing list of 100% Assurity Questions and there is a mounting list of topics to go further in-depth on. You can take part in the fun through the YouTube, Facebook or Twitch chat if you want to play along with us as we render of "Yes" or "NO" decisions on various topics! BBQ Central Show Sponsors Primo Grills Pitts & Spitts BBQ Pits - Use...
June 27, 2023

The Top 10 Most Popular BBQ & Grilling Websites in 2023 Revealed!

(Aired Live on June 27, 2023 - Hour Two) 9:14pm - The popular but "rarely happens" open segment drops in to lead off the show tonight. There are plenty of house keeping items to get through. The biggest topic being the show itself. The month of July will be a month unlike any other in show history. I will talk more about that tonight as well as some other items that have been needing addressed over the past few months. 9:35pm - After me, our monthly pal Derrick Riches stops by for his regular ...
June 22, 2023

The Best Moments of The BBQ Central Show in 10 Minutes or Less

Episode 287This episode is brought to you by The butcher Shoppe…Home of the NEVER crossbred 100% Australian Wylarah 9+ Wagyu brisket, wagyu beef (American and Japanese), dry aged steaks, wild game and MUCH more!! Call to order today: (850) 458-8782 and ask for Kevin! Mention The BBQ Central Show for 10% off your entire order!!___________________________________________Taking you back to 6/18/2013 - As you might recall…The Best Moments Show is currently running a first of its kind - 4 part mini-s...
June 21, 2023

Bad Byron Debuts On The Show & Daniel Vaughn Remembers A Texas BBQ Game Changer!

10:14 - Last week we had Sweet Baby Ray (Dave Raymond) on the show and this week we continue the 2023 BBQ HOF interviews with the man many consider to be the godfather of the BBQ rub game, Byron Chism from Butt Rub (dot com)! There is certainly more to Byron's life than a 20 segment will allow, however, we will dig into some of his unique background experiences, talk a bit about the rub business and see what getting into the BBQ HOF means to him! I look forward to this conversation along with ma...
June 20, 2023

Mac Plummer of Loco Cooker And Then Wes Wright Talks BBQ Business1

9:14pm - The landscape of griddle cookers has never been bigger and is poised to grow over the next few seasons (or longer). Tonight we lead off with the owner/creator of Loco Cookers, Mac Plummer. Mac will give us some background on himself and the company and then we will go head long into their version of a freestanding griddle. What's makes it good, what can they do better and what separates their flattop from the other options in the market. 9:35pm - After Mac, I will be joined by monthly ...
June 15, 2023

The Best Moments of The BBQ Central Show in 10 Minutes or Less

Episode 286This episode is brought to you by The butcher Shoppe…Home of the NEVER crossbred 100% Australian Wylarah 9+ Wagyu brisket, wagyu beef (American and Japanese), dry aged steaks, wild game and MUCH more!! Call to order today: (850) 458-8782 and ask for Kevin! Mention The BBQ Central Show for 10% off your entire order!!___________________________________________Taking you back to 6/18/2013 - Jon has outdone himself…for the first time ever…The Best Moments Show is going into a first of a k...
June 14, 2023

The Debut of Grillin' With Dad And Then Mike McCloud Drops Bombs!

10:14 - Leading off the 2nd hour tonight is a first time guest and a huge cooking inspiration to millions, the founder of "Grillin With Dad", Maciek Zurawski. I will get the background on Maciek coming over from Poland, getting acclimated to life in the states and how "Grillin With Dad" first came up and then how he transitioned it into his full time career. If you are a fan of Maciek, the Big Green Egg and outdoor cooking, you won't want to miss this segment! 10:35pm - Coming out of the bullpe...
June 13, 2023

Sweet Baby Ray Stops By & Robert Moss Cautions The Click Bait!

9:14pm - Normally we find Meathead in the 2nd Tuesday of the month lead-off spot, but tonight, we welcome another BBQ Hall of Fame inductee instead. Have you ever heard of Sweet Baby Ray's BBQ sauce? OF course you have, but do you know the story behind it and what the former owner does with his time since the sale of it back in the early 2000's? Join me as Dave Raymond stops by to talk about the history of the sauce, the business decisions he made while running i and what getting into the BBQ Ha...
June 8, 2023

The Best Moments of The BBQ Central Show in 10 Minutes or Less

Episode 285This episode is brought to you by The butcher Shoppe…Home of the NEVER crossbred 100% Australian Wylarah 9+ Wagyu brisket, wagyu beef (American and Japanese), dry aged steaks, wild game and MUCH more!! Call to order today: (850) 458-8782 and ask for Kevin! Mention The BBQ Central Show for 10% off your entire order!!___________________________________________Taking You Back To 6/7/2011 - When I had Amy Mills on the show for the very first time…as luck would not have it…2011 is also the...