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The BBQ Central Show

The BBQ Central Show
Barbecue
Bbq
BBQ Central Show
Memphis In May
Thanksgiving
Competition Barbecue
Cigars
Grilling
BBQ Competitions
Michelin Star Guide
Wireless Thermometers
Sam the Cooking Guy
Cleveland, Ohio
Youtube
Cooking Techniques
Barbecue Competitions
Hey Grill Hey
BBQ World Cup
Cooking
Open Fire Cooking

The BBQ Central Show is a weekly internet based show that airs live each Tuesday from 9pm-11pm EST and originates from Cleveland, Ohio. Each show is packed with interviews which include top pitmasters on the competition circuit, industry cookbook authors and bloggers, grill manufacturers, BBQ pit and accessory makers and highlighting the top news stories of the week. Subscribe TODAY and never miss... more

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Latest Episodes

(July 28, 2026 - Hour Two)

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 mo... more

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(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 mo... more

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(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 co... more

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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 co... more

YouTube

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Recent Guests

Olly Khan
New guest on the show in 2026
Independent chef/BBQ personality
Episode: Embedded Correspondents - July 2026
Dan Arnold
Creator of Suckle Busters brand
Suckle Busters
Episode: Sucklebusters Almost Sold; Wes Wright Breaks Down The Blackstone Interview.
Roger Dahle
CEO of Weber and Blackstone (merged entity)
Weber and Blackstone (merged)
Episode: CEO of Weber/Blackstone - Roger Dahle
Sam The Cooking Guy
Popular food/BBQ content creator
SamTheCookingGuy.com
Episode: Malcom Peels Tomatoes; Steve Ray Eats Poon-Tang??
Malcolm Reed
Founder of HowToBBQRight, BBQ Hall of Famer
HowToBBQRight
Episode: Malcom Peels Tomatoes; Steve Ray Eats Poon-Tang??
Steve Ray
BBQ pitmaster and host of Owls Nest Barbecue, guest on Steve Ray's world famous events
Owls Nest BBQ
Episode: Malcom Peels Tomatoes; Steve Ray Eats Poon-Tang??
Grant Pinkerton
Owner/chef of Pinkerton's Barbecue
Pinkerton's Barbecue
Episode: Grant Pinkerton: Pinkerton's Barbecue
Jason Ganahl
GQ Barbecue; guest on the episode
Jason Ganahl, GQ Barbecue
Episode: The Embedded Correspondents For June 2026
Carey Bringle
Peg Leg Porker; BBQ Hall of Fame inductee mentioned in segment
Peg Leg Porker
Episode: The Embedded Correspondents For June 2026

Host

Greg Rempe
Host of BBQ Central Show; long-running BBQ/pitmaster interview format and live-fire culture expert

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 151 ratings
  • No thanks

    This is like a kid on Christmas who got a noise machine and is trying to muse every single sound at the same time. Absolutely annoying and hard to even listen to what little food talk goes on

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    PohGeh
    United States3 months ago
  • Content is great

    The horns and buzzers used for filler are very annoying. I would prefer a shorter show than the excruciating horns and buzzers.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    HoustonTexan
    United Statesa year ago
  • Show overall is just not good.

    From the cheesy PowerPoint sounds to the non stop talking about nothing I can’t take this show. You get a sliver of info then the rest is just filler. I tried to give it a go multiple times. I don’t know how Malcom and others do this show. I’ll stick to their podcasts. Atleast we get information there.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    scrottymcboogarballs
    United States2 years ago
  • Always learning!

    Greg and his guests consistently help up my cooking game.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    snakeduck
    Canada2 years ago
  • Ridiculous

    How anyone can listen to this is beyond me. The sound effects, yelling and screaming is ridiculous.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Stick to the subject
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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High-quality content and deep knowledge; polarizing segments are divisive for some listeners.
The show offers industry updates and engaging interviews, though some listeners dislike the sound effects.
Insightful and entertaining with a strong BBQ focus; guests bring practical value.

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Apple Podcasts
#232
United States/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#154
United Kingdom/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#206
Canada/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#248
Australia/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#54
South Africa/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#62
Hong Kong/Arts/Food

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Sucklebusters Almost Sold; Wes Wright Breaks Down The Blackstone Interview.
Q: How do you view the Internet and social media's role in your business today?
Arnold notes that while the internet is crucial for visibility and channel diversification, it is not the sole driver of revenue; real growth came from a balanced mix of online presence and brick-and-mortar retail partnerships.
Sucklebusters Almost Sold; Wes Wright Breaks Down The Blackstone Interview.
Q: What was the impact of winning the American Royal BBQ Sauce Contest on your business?
Winning first place provided a huge validation and opened doors to larger retailers, signaling that their sauce could compete at a national level and accelerating expansion beyond local markets.
Sucklebusters Almost Sold; Wes Wright Breaks Down The Blackstone Interview.
Q: Can you share how Suckle Busters first moved from a homemade product to a nationwide retail presence?
Dan Arnold explains that the brand grew organically over two decades, starting from a simple kitchen operation, through small retailers, to major chains like Kroger, Ace Hardware, and Tractor Supply, driven by steady product development and building demand with retailers.
Malcom Peels Tomatoes; Steve Ray Eats Poon-Tang??
Q: How does Malcolm feel about the Hall of Fame induction now that some time has passed?
He expresses humility and a sense of achievement, acknowledging the honor and the support from Rochelle and his team, and recognizing the milestone as meaningful and surreal.
Regional Hot Dogs; Is There BBQ in The Bahamas?
Q: Is there a Bahamian barbecue tradition, or is the Caribbean influence more about grilling?
There isn't a strong Bahamian low-and-slow barbecue tradition highlighted here; the Caribbean influences lean more toward grilling with bold marinades and different wood flavors, which enriches the overall barbecue conversation.

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What is The BBQ Central Show about and what kind of topics does it cover?

- A long-running, live weekly barbecue and live-fire culture show that blends in-depth interviews with top pitmasters, industry insiders, gear makers, and notable authors. Episodes frequently cover competition circuits, product launches, brand partnerships, and events like Memphis in May, with plenty of banter, live reads, and industry updates. The format often includes embedded correspondents, live demonstrations, and cross-promotional segments, making it a thorough hub for hands-on cooking, gear insights, and event coverage. The show stands out for its apprentice-like access to the BBQ world, its veteran host's radio-style delivery, and a steady stream of guest diversity from journalists to product founders and competition stars.

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1. HowToBBQRight
2. BBQ RADIO NETWORK
3. The Pitmaster's Podcast
4. Shootin’ The Que Podcast with Heath Riles
5. BBQ Nation

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Recent guests on The BBQ Central Show include:

1. Olly Khan
2. Dan Arnold
3. Roger Dahle
4. Sam The Cooking Guy
5. Malcolm Reed
6. Steve Ray
7. Grant Pinkerton
8. Jason Ganahl

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