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BBQ RADIO NETWORK
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Welcome to BBQ RADIO NETWORK, America’s #1 nationally syndicated BBQ radio show! Each week, we bring you the biggest names and hottest brands in the BBQ world, all dedicated to helping backyard grillers and pitmasters get the best results from their smokers and grills.
We dive into everything from low-and-slow smoking to high-heat grilling, competition secrets, and must-have gear.
Our guests include BBQ Hall of Fame members, Food Network stars, world champion pitmasters, and top BBQ pit builders—all sharing their expertise and passion for great barbecue. Whether you're a weekend warrior or a seasoned pitmaster, we’ve got the tips, techniques, and expert insights to take your BBQ to the next level.
Tune in for expert interviews, listener Q&A, product spotlights, and championship-winning advice!
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The Memphis Spark: How Family, Fire & Flavor Built a Barbecue Legacy
2w ago00:42:07Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailThis week on the Barbecue Radio Network, Freddie Bell sits down with John Biak of Just North of Memphis Barbecue — a pitmaster whose story starts with family, faith, and a legendary Memphis dry rub. Hear how an 11‑year‑old kid smelling smoke on a Tennessee carport grew into a national champion, how Christy’s sauce became award‑winning magic, and why their partnership makes barbecue unforgettable. Don’t miss it — only on the Barbecue Radio Network. Support the showwww.bbqradionetwork.com
Transcribe →The BBQ Playbook: From Backyard Smoke to Award-Winning Sauce
3w ago00:43:11Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailGet ready to fire up your grill and your passion for barbecue! This week on the Barbecue Radio Network, Freddie Bell sits down with award-winning pitmaster Chef Ray Sheehan to talk fire control, flavor balance, and the secrets behind championship sauces. If you want repeatable results and unforgettable flavor, don’t miss this smokin’ hot episode!Support the showwww.bbqradionetwork.com
Transcribe →From Couch Potato to Pit Master: The Johnny Maggs Story
4w ago00:41:26Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailOn this week’s Barbecue Radio Network, Freddie Bell sits down with Johnny Maggs of the Pit Life BBQ Podcast—414 episodes strong and still smokin’. Hear how barbecue helped him heal, how competition shaped his discipline, and why the community means everything. Plus, his favorite cooks, his mentorship of young pitmasters, and a few surprises from behind the pit. Don’t miss it—keep your smoke clean and your temperature steady!Support the showwww.bbqradionetwork.com
Transcribe →The Legendary Rise of Joe's Kansas City Barbecue: From Gas Station to Global Fame
Jul 200:41:47Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailKansas City barbecue lovers — this is the story you’ve been waiting for! Join Freddie Bell on the Barbecue Radio Network as he sits down with the team behind Joe's Kansas City Barbecue — the world-famous smokehouse that turned a humble gas station into a global barbecue destination. Hear the secrets behind the Z-Man, the smoke, and the legacy. If you love real barbecue, you won’t want to miss this one! Support the showwww.bbqradionetwork.com
Transcribe →Smokehouse Stories: The Legend of John Henry Abercrombie
Jun 2500:39:45Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailStep back into the Piney Woods with a true Texas original. This week on the Barbecue Radio Network, Freddie Bell sits down with 81‑year‑young pitmaster John Henry Abercrombie — the man who’s been tending fires for more than 70 years. Hear unforgettable stories of hog killings, smokehouses, family traditions, and the East Texas flavors that shaped a legend. Don’t miss this rich, soulful journey through barbecue history… only on the Barbecue Radio Network.Support the showwww.bbqradionetwork.com
Transcribe →The Heartbeat of Midwest Barbecue: Big Don’s Collections
Jun 1800:42:43Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailFrom backyard grills to kitchen tables across St. Louis, barbecue isn’t just food—it’s family, memory, and pride. This week on Barbecue Radio Network, meet Shadid Stewart, the creator behind Big Don’s Collections, a sauce born from Chicago roots, St. Louis flavor, and a whole lot of heart. Hear how a TV show, a father’s legacy, and a passion for grilling sparked a Midwest original. Don’t miss the story behind the sauce—only on Barbecue Radio Network.Support the showwww.bbqradionetwork.com
Transcribe →Smoke, Stories & the Heart of Dickey’s
Jun 1100:40:32Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailStep inside the world of true Texas‑style barbecue—Minnesota style. This week on the Barbecue Radio Network, Freddie Bell fires up a conversation with Aaron Egerud from Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Eagan. From 16‑hour brisket and fall‑off‑the‑bone ribs to community, catering, and that legendary “foo‑foo rub,” Aaron shares what keeps folks coming back for more. Don’t miss the smoke, the flavor, and the passion—only on the Barbecue Radio Network.Support the showwww.bbqradionetwork.com
Transcribe →Pink Smokers, Big Flavor: The Animales Story
May 2800:40:51Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailThis week on Barbecue Radio Network, step inside North Minneapolis’ most colorful barbecue revolution — Animales. Founder and culinary director John Wipfli went from fine‑dining in New York to smoking world‑class beef ribs, pork belly, and that legendary green‑chili spaghetti. With giant pink smokers, a family‑friendly vibe, live music, and bread baked fresh every morning, this isn’t just barbecue… it’s a full‑blown experience. Come taste what Midwest barbecue can be — only on the Barbecue Radio Network. Support the showwww.bbqradionetwork.com
Transcribe →A Mile High, Smoked to Perfection: The Jason Ganahl Story
May 2100:40:12Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailThis week on the Barbecue Radio Network, Freddie Bell sits down with Jason Ganahl — the heart and soul behind GQ Barbecue. Hear how a Missouri kid turned Denver into a barbecue destination, from KCBS competitions to stadium stands across Colorado. As Jason says, ‘I just love everything about the event… the energy, the camaraderie, the smiles.’ Don’t miss the stories, the secrets, and the passion behind GQ Barbecue — and his new book, A Mile Above the Rest. Tune in and get hungry.Support the showwww.bbqradionetwork.com
Transcribe →Q39: The Heart, Soul, and Smoke of Kansas City
May 1400:42:49Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailThis week on the Barbecue Radio Network, Freddie Bell sits down with Kelly McGee of Q39 — the woman carrying forward a championship legacy built on passion, precision, and pit‑to‑plate perfection. From competition roots to national recognition, hear how Q39 became a Midwest barbecue icon and why its future burns brighter than ever. Don’t miss this inspiring, flavor‑packed conversation — only on the Barbecue Radio Network.Support the showwww.bbqradionetwork.com
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