The BBQ Central Show

(July 28, 2026 - Hour One)

Smoked Brisket Secrets, BBQ Myth-Busting, and the Road to the $1 Million BBQ World Cup
In 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 Segment
In 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.

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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 Busters
It’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 News
Wes 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 Creator
The 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 Creator
Our 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.

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(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 Busters
It’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 News
Wes 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 Creator
The 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 Creator
Our 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 Sponsors
Primo Grills
Fireboard
Micallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars

Episode 442

Taking you back to 2/12/2019 - A second week of requested shows from our pal Doug Scheiding from Texas…BBQCS longest running EC. This week featuring Sam The Cooking Guy. This was an episode that was featuring a lot of thoughts on an impending Valentines Day…and a lot fo thoughts about how the guests might get you…as they said it…LAID…So we’ll see how the show next week tacks up…but be ready for a great look back at a legendary Sam The Cooking Guy from 6.5 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: 2/12/2019
Original Full Show Link: CLICK HERE