The BBQ Central Show

(October 27, 2026 - Hour One) Tonight on The BBQ Central Show, host Greg Rempe welcomes an elite American Royal champion to the broadcast followed by the highly anticipated return of the monthly roundtable panel to dissect the latest heavy-hitting industry investments. First, we sit down with a long-time acquaintance but first-time guest, Megan Day of Burnt Finger BBQ. From the team's historic roots to the massive growth of their award-winning products, Megan takes us inside the genesis and current state of the brand. We will dive deep into her personal journey as a prominent female leader in the competitive circuit, her raw thoughts on navigating social media, and their sensational category win at the American Royal this year, taking home the top spot in sausage. Plus, Megan drops an exclusive look into the details of her upcoming book project. In our second hour, the Embedded Correspondents take over the studio. Doug, Jon, Rusty, and Matt return for their monthly segment to tackle the massive news surrounding the latest major cash infusion into the BBQ World Cup finals. Once the big-money business talk settles, the guys will lock in to face a brand-new, unfiltered list of 100% Assurity Statements. Timeline & Segment Breakdown 9:14pm - Segment 1: Megan Day – The Story of Burnt Finger BBQ & American Royal Glory The Brand Blueprint: Megan shares the history, team dynamics, and competitive drive that built Burnt Finger BBQ into a staple name. Breaking Barriers & Algorithms: A candid conversation on her perspective as a female pitmaster in a changing circuit, alongside a look at how social media impacts modern BBQ culture. Sausage Category Kings: Behind-the-scenes of their massive triumph at the American Royal World Series of Barbecue. From Pit to Page: Early details on her next major creative project—a newly greenlit book deal. 10:14pm - Segment 2: The Embedded Correspondents – World Cup Investments & Assurity Following the Money: Doug, Jon, Rusty, and Matt dissect the newest financial backing and private investments expanding the reach of the BBQ World Cup. 100% Assurity Roundtable: The correspondents step up to debate a fresh gauntlet of definitive, line-in-the-sand statements covering the live-fire industry. Hot Take Central: Rapid-fire analysis of the breaking news, rumors, and controversies making waves across the backyard and competitive scenes. Key Links & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Shop Award-Winning Rubs & Sauces: Burnt Finger BBQ Official Site Subscribe to The BBQ Central Show: Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major audio streaming platforms. Target SEO Keywords for Indexing: Megan Day Burnt Finger BBQ interview, American Royal sausage category winner, female pitmasters competition barbecue, barbecue rub and sauce products, BBQ Central Show Greg Rempe, Embedded Correspondents podcast roundtable, BBQ World Cup prize money investors, 100 percent Assurity Statements, live fire grilling news.

Episode 456Taking you back to 10/10/2014 - Being featured this week are 2 brothers…both competitive BBQ cooks…and at the time…both were heading to the Sam’s Club National Finals in Bentonville, Arkansas. While not usually competing against each other…in this instance, they both decided to cook separately for the Sam’s Club Tour…and both did well enough to advance through the local contest…then again through the regional round and ultimately into the finals of 2014…a pretty good run for both cooks.I know there has been talk about a version of Sam’s Club coming back in some form…haven’t really heard much about it recently…but I do know that World Food Championships just wrapped up this past Sunday…so we will be looking for a Mike McCloud wrap up soon.If you aren’t familiar with Keith and Kent Boatright…this is a good introduction to both of them…also, if you have ever heard the term “You’ve been Boat-Righted”...this is where it came from!**Don’t forget to rate and review the show on your podcast app.**Want to hear more from this episode? Click the link below for the full show:Original Air Date: 10/10/2014Original Full Show Link: CLICK HERE

(October 20, 2026 - Hour Two) Episode Description: Tonight on The BBQ Central Show, host Greg Rempe returns with a heavy-hitting lineup addressing crucial backyard safety, the latest tech shaking up the retail market, and a highly anticipated open-fire masterclass . First, the legendary Meathead from AmazingRibs.com joins the broadcast. We are breaking down the high-heat art of WOK cooking directly on top of a charcoal chimney starter. Then, we are tackling a critical retrospective: the great bristle grill brush fiasco of 2026. We will look at the 20-year history of dangerous wire bristles, why the industry is hitting a breaking point, and provide the absolute best safe, wire-free alternatives for your cleaning routine. Next, Wes Wright from Cookout News stops by for our essential monthly industry business breakdown. We are diving into the newest product rollouts, including a highly anticipated new smoker from Pit Boss, and examining a few new super high-end charcoal ovens making waves in the premium outdoor kitchen space. In our second hour, we are re-loading the authority on open-fire cooking, Al Frugoni! After an unexpected emergency forced us to push his segment last week, Al joins us to break down the massive success of the 2026 Meat-Up in Hondo, Texas, his time on The Pitmasters TV, and look months ahead to project what the 2027 Memphis in May International Festival will look like. Timeline & Segment Breakdown 9:14pm - Segment 1: Meathead – Chimney Wok Cooking & The Grill Brush Fiasco The Ultimate Heat Station: Meathead shares tips for utilizing your charcoal chimney starter as a high-powered vortex burner for authentic wok searing. 20 Years of Danger: A deep dive into the history, medical warnings, and regulatory discussions surrounding wire bristle grill brushes leading up to the tipping point of 2026. Better Alternatives: Evaluating the safest and most efficient cleaning tools on the market, from nylon and wooden scrapers to pumice stones and coil brushes. 9:35pm - Segment 2: Wes Wright (Cookout News) – Pit Boss Innovations & Luxury Charcoal Ovens Pit Boss Expansion: Breaking down the specs, features, and target market of the newest smoker hitting the retail pipeline from Pit Boss. The Next Tier of Live-Fire: Taking a close look at a few new ultra-premium, high-end charcoal ovens blending indoor kitchen performance with pure outdoor wood-fired flavor. Industry Trends: Analyzing consumer demand shifts as manufacturing gears up for the late-season push. 10:14pm - Segment 3: Al Frugoni – The Re-Loaded Open-Fire Masterclass The Return: Al Frugoni joins the show following last week's emergency delay. Hondo 2026 Deep Dive: Capturing the energy, unique cooks, and community growth from this year's Meat-Up in Hondo, Texas. Television & Memphis 2027: Behind-the-scenes stories from The Pitmasters TV and early strategies for the upcoming 2027 Memphis in May competition trail. Key Links & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Unbiased BBQ Science & Reviews: AmazingRibs.com Official Site Stay Updated on Industry Business: Cookout News Website Master the Open Flame: Al Frugoni Live Fire & Seasonings Subscribe to The BBQ Central Show: Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major platforms. ___________________________________________________________________________ Target SEO Keywords for Indexing: Meathead AmazingRibs, charcoal chimney wok cooking, wire grill brush danger 2026, safe grill brush alternatives, Cookout News Wes Wright, new Pit Boss smoker release, luxury charcoal ovens, Al Frugoni open fire cooking, Hondo Texas Meat-Up 2026, The Pitmasters TV, Memphis in May 2027 strategy, live fire podcast.

(October 20, 2026 - Hour One) Episode Description: Tonight on The BBQ Central Show, host Greg Rempe returns with a heavy-hitting lineup addressing crucial backyard safety, the latest tech shaking up the retail market, and a highly anticipated open-fire masterclass . First, the legendary Meathead from AmazingRibs.com joins the broadcast. We are breaking down the high-heat art of WOK cooking directly on top of a charcoal chimney starter. Then, we are tackling a critical retrospective: the great bristle grill brush fiasco of 2026. We will look at the 20-year history of dangerous wire bristles, why the industry is hitting a breaking point, and provide the absolute best safe, wire-free alternatives for your cleaning routine. Next, Wes Wright from Cookout News stops by for our essential monthly industry business breakdown. We are diving into the newest product rollouts, including a highly anticipated new smoker from Pit Boss, and examining a few new super high-end charcoal ovens making waves in the premium outdoor kitchen space. In our second hour, we are re-loading the authority on open-fire cooking, Al Frugoni! After an unexpected emergency forced us to push his segment last week, Al joins us to break down the massive success of the 2026 Meat-Up in Hondo, Texas, his time on The Pitmasters TV, and look months ahead to project what the 2027 Memphis in May International Festival will look like. Timeline & Segment Breakdown 9:14pm - Segment 1: Meathead – Chimney Wok Cooking & The Grill Brush Fiasco The Ultimate Heat Station: Meathead shares tips for utilizing your charcoal chimney starter as a high-powered vortex burner for authentic wok searing. 20 Years of Danger: A deep dive into the history, medical warnings, and regulatory discussions surrounding wire bristle grill brushes leading up to the tipping point of 2026. Better Alternatives: Evaluating the safest and most efficient cleaning tools on the market, from nylon and wooden scrapers to pumice stones and coil brushes. 9:35pm - Segment 2: Wes Wright (Cookout News) – Pit Boss Innovations & Luxury Charcoal Ovens Pit Boss Expansion: Breaking down the specs, features, and target market of the newest smoker hitting the retail pipeline from Pit Boss. The Next Tier of Live-Fire: Taking a close look at a few new ultra-premium, high-end charcoal ovens blending indoor kitchen performance with pure outdoor wood-fired flavor. Industry Trends: Analyzing consumer demand shifts as manufacturing gears up for the late-season push. 10:14pm - Segment 3: Al Frugoni – The Re-Loaded Open-Fire Masterclass The Return: Al Frugoni joins the show following last week's emergency delay. Hondo 2026 Deep Dive: Capturing the energy, unique cooks, and community growth from this year's Meat-Up in Hondo, Texas. Television & Memphis 2027: Behind-the-scenes stories from The Pitmasters TV and early strategies for the upcoming 2027 Memphis in May competition trail. Key Links & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Unbiased BBQ Science & Reviews: AmazingRibs.com Official Site Stay Updated on Industry Business: Cookout News Website Master the Open Flame: Al Frugoni Live Fire & Seasonings Subscribe to The BBQ Central Show: Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major platforms. ___________________________________________________________________________ Target SEO Keywords for Indexing: Meathead AmazingRibs, charcoal chimney wok cooking, wire grill brush danger 2026, safe grill brush alternatives, Cookout News Wes Wright, new Pit Boss smoker release, luxury charcoal ovens, Al Frugoni open fire cooking, Hondo Texas Meat-Up 2026, The Pitmasters TV, Memphis in May 2027 strategy, live fire podcast.

Episode 455Taking you back to 10/7/2015 - Being featured this week is…then…first time guest and pitmaster of Loot N Booty competition team, Sterling Smith. In this interview, we got to talking about his ALMOST win at the 2015 American Royal. We also got a peek into how he got into competition BBQ in the first place.I don’t know if I would say that Sterling is “under-rated” as a competition cook…but he flies a bit on the radar as it relates to teams that are really good, have won a lot and are also in the business in the of BBQ…he sells rubs and sauces, does cooking classes and is hired in to stores to do classes as well…and someone that I have actually met in person a number of years ago. Good guy…GREAT cook…and continues to do it to this day…What up SMITTY!!?? Hope you are well!!**Don’t forget to rate and review the show on your podcast app.**Want to hear more from this episode? Click the link below for the full show:Original Air Date: 10/7/2015Original Full Show Link: CLICK HERE