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The Pitmaster's Podcast

Anthony Lujan
Barbecue
Barbecue Competitions
Brisket
BBQ Competitions
Barbecue Competition
Cooking Techniques
Competition Barbecue
KCBS
SCA
BBQ
SCA (steak Cookoff Association)
Chicken
BBQ Competition
Grilling Techniques
Social Media
Barbecue Techniques
Barbecue Rubs
Competition Cooking
Texas
Traeger

We're BBQ competition enthusiasts who love to share everything about the smoke, the sauce, and the stories behind great barbecue. Each episode, we sit down with top pitmasters, backyard legends, restaurateurs, and more to swap advice, tips, and tall tales from the world of BBQ. Whether you're a seasoned competitor or just love good food and good company, you'll learn something new—and have a few l... more

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Latest Episodes

Join us to recap the SCA World Championships with Brennan Nielson, Johnny Cobia, Miriam Benson, Scott Nardi, and Steve Conaway!

Andy Allen and Keith Henson have been cooking together since 2010, back when they were competing under the name Rooftop BBQ. What started as a shared passion turned into years on the road—chasing contests, learning from other pitmasters, and putting ... more

I'm a wife, mom of 3, professional recipe developer, and crazy BBQ lady. I probably have more grills than you have pairs of shoes (last count was over 20). My love language is food and BBQ is my most favorite medium! There is nothing better than sett... more

We will be discussing the news of the SCA running test competition where you bring your own steak.

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Recent Guests

Andy Allen
Member of Rambler
Rambler BBQ
Episode: Need exciting new products for your bbq??? Tune in!!!
Susie Bulloch
Founder of Hey Grill Hey, cookbook author
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Episode: Be your own backyard bbq hero with Susie of Hey Grill Hey!
Todd Bullock
Co-host and business partner in Hey Grill Hey distribution and product development
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Episode: Be your own backyard bbq hero with Susie of Hey Grill Hey!
Chris Dunion
From Send In Barbecue
Send In Barbecue
Episode: Catching up with Rooster and Graybeard!
Dave Williamson
Comedian and barbecue restaurant owner
Meet Dave / Old Town Patio project (El Segundo)
Episode: Dave Williamson BBQ and Comedy combine for fun!!
Brian (Weez)
Weez's Barbecue, backyard-to-pro pitmaster
Weez's Groovin BBQ
Episode: Weez's Groovin BBQ
Jesse Collette
Founder of 7 Sins Bbq; competes and sells rubs
7 Sins Bbq
Episode: 7 Sins BBQ Rub Tasting
Jimmy L.
Founder of Jimmy L's BBQ, operator of multiple food trailers and caterer
Jimmy L's BBQ
Episode: Meet Jim Lenzen of Jimmy L's BBQ!!
Raymond Patterson
West Coast steak champion, SCA competitor
SCA, West Coast steak championship
Episode: SCA West Coast Champion Raymond Patterson

Hosts

Anthony Luan
Host of The Pitmaster Podcast, associated with Smoke Ain't No Joke Barbecue.
Jesse Johnson
Host of The Pitmaster Podcast, affiliated with Big Johnson's BBQ and related BBQ supply channels.
Derek Walls
Co-Host and spokesperson for West Coast BBQ Shop, appears as a recurring guest/host in several episodes.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 165 ratings
  • AJ Maudsley Podcast 5/5/23

    While I always enjoy your podcasts, this episode fell off the rails for you guys. It’s apparent the episode didn’t go through any quality control before being posted. The audio really fell off the rails. I’m looking forward to hearing the next episode.

    Rick

    PS…I’m glad you’re much better Pitmasters than recording engineers! 😁

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Rick the BBQ Enthusiast
    United States3 years ago
  • Could be five stars, but..

    I love listening to these guys. It is definitely informative if you’re into competition barbecue, which I am not. I really wish they would change the direction of the show a little bit instead of pure competition . I mean how many people out there are into competition compared to people that just cook in the backyard. I honestly enjoy, just listening to their chatter before the podcast start and generally just delete it after that. Sorry but that’s the truth..

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    hudy95
    United States3 years ago
  • Could be five stars, but..

    I love listening to these guys. It is definitely informative if you’re into competition barbecue, which I am not. I really wish they would change the direction of the show a little bit instead of pure competition .

    I mean how many people out there are into competition compared to people that just cook in the backyard.

    I honestly enjoy, just listening to their chatter before the podcast start and generally just delete it after that. Sorry but that’s the truth..

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    hudy95
    United States3 years ago
  • Awesome Podcast and even better hosts.

    The knowledge and experience that Rusty and Anthony bring to the table is top notch. The featured guests are phenomenal. I love the comp guests but my favorite guests are the guys and gals that have a food trailer/truck. I am traveling that route and I am taking all of the knowledge and mistakes that are mentioned here to help my food truck life start out hopefully flawless, well small flaws are part of the learning curve.

    Keep up the great work and keep the podcasts coming.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tyewilly
    United States4 years ago
  • Awesome Podcast

    I never miss an episode. Love the interviews, tips-and-tricks along with the updates on what’s happening in the BBQ world. Speaking of updates, any word on the November Backyard down in St. George this year. Love that event, I go every year. As a long time listener, Thank you both for all your hard work putting on the podcast. Keep it up , you two work good together.

    Dave in South Jordan

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fgh6890
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the host banter and high-quality guest lineup, often praising actionable tips for competition and business growth.
Fans value the mix of competition coverage, product development discussions, and entertaining storytelling.
Some feedback notes audio quality and pacing could vary between episodes, but content quality remains strong for most listeners.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#51
Finland/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#84
New Zealand/Arts/Food

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Need exciting new products for your bbq??? Tune in!!!
Q: What route would you go for backyard cooks just starting out to learn effectively?
Start with cheaper cuts like pork butt, keep it simple with salt, pepper, and a few rubs, learn the feel and color, and don't overcomplicate the process; practice understanding your equipment and wrapping techniques.
Need exciting new products for your bbq??? Tune in!!!
Q: How did you guys get into barbecue? Where did that bug come into your life?
We started with a mutual team, built a smoker from a friend's backyard, entered a local competition, and gradually fell in love with competition BBQ after initial success and a few learning experiences.
7 Sins BBQ Rub Tasting
Q: Can you walk us through the development background of the jalapeno garlic rub and the peach rub?
Jesse discusses creating the jalapeno garlic rub to add heat with a balanced SPG base, tested on wings and vegetables, and later refined for competition and home use; the peach rub emerged in 2017-2019 as a sweet, peach-forward option balanced with honey and salt.
7 Sins BBQ Rub Tasting
Q: Tell us a little bit about your bbq history.
Jesse Collette explains he started as a caterer, moved into competition, and gradually developed his own rubs, which gained traction and led to the full 7 Sins Bbq line.
Weez's Groovin BBQ
Q: How did you get into barbecue and what sparked your interest?
He got started after watching a YouTube show and a Royal at Arrowhead, then eased into the KCBS backyard scene as a hobby that grew into a passion.

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A lively, conversation-driven show that centers on BBQ competition culture, from backyard roots to pro-level events. Episodes frequently cover recent contest results, industry trends, sponsorships, and brand-building, often featuring guests who run or compete in BBQ enterprises, share competition insights, or manage BBQ-centric media brands. The format blends practical tips, origin stories, and banter between two seasoned hosts, with occasional deep-dives into product development, retail partnerships, and event promotion. Listeners can expect actionable techniques for cooking and competing, plus entertaining behind-the-scenes anecdotes from the BBQ world. Notable strengths include a steady host rapport, a wide range of high-profile guests, ... more

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1. Andy Allen
2. Susie Bulloch
3. Todd Bullock
4. Chris Dunion
5. Dave Williamson
6. Brian (Weez)
7. Jesse Collette
8. Jimmy L.

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