# kcb (podcasts) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 3 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover kcb. Page: Feed: --- ## [The city is alive in anticipation for the Pokemon World Championships](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F8622206_2026-08-27-013506) _2026-08-27 · Bay Area All Local_ Excitement is building in downtown San Francisco ahead of this weekend’s Pokemon World Championship. The man killed in yesterday’s officer-involved shooting in San Jose had been released from prison early, following a long history of crime. Meta has settled a major lawsuit over allegations of teen social media addition. All this and more on this edition of the Bay Area All Local hosted by KCBS… [Listen](https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8622206/8622206_2026-08-27-013506.128.mp3?rssID=3959) ## [Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 370: RCOA founders Dirk Mullins and Jody Harris; Aaron Huentelman](https://tailgateguysbbq.libsyn.com/tailgate-guys-bbq-podcast-episode-370-rcoa-founders-kirk-mullins-and-jody-harris-aaron-huentelman) _2026-08-27 · Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast_ Dirk Mullins and Jody Harris had been involved in competition cooking in various organizations for more than 20 years, walking the stage at The American Royal World Series of BBQ and Memphis in May among other big events. But looking to fill a void in December of 2023, they announced plans to launch the Rib Cookoff Association via social media. Just a couple of hours later, Dirk had received so… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/tailgateguysbbq/Tailgate_Guys_Ep370.mp3?dest-id=960077) ## [South Bay Police officer recovering in hospital after shooting](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F8621447_2026-08-26-193647) _2026-08-26 · Bay Area All Local_ A police officer is recovering in the hospital this morning, and a suspect is dead following an officer-involved shooting in the South Bay. The Santa Clara County fair is over and done with, but believe it or not planning for next year is already underway! As tributes continue to pour in for music, film and pop culture superstar Dolly Parton. With Pennsylvania reporting two measles deaths this… [Listen](https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8621447/8621447_2026-08-26-193647.128.mp3?rssID=3959) ## [Remembering Dolly](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F8618837_2026-08-26-022837) _2026-08-26 · Bay Area All Local_ Love for Dolly Parton spanned generations, musical tastes, and even political lines. The star died today at the age of 80. And as KCBS' Megan Goldsby reports, her legacy is a hard one to define. Dolly Parton's legacy goes beyond music, film and general pop culture. As KCBS'S Albert James reports, local groups are remembering her work in early literacy. Planning for disaster means accounting for… [Listen](https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8618837/8618837_2026-08-26-022837.128.mp3?rssID=3959) ## [Earth's warming oceans to heavily affect California's climate and economy](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F8617793_2026-08-25-180233) _2026-08-25 · Bay Area All Local_ Earth's oceans are warmer than they've been in over a hundred-thousand years, fueling powerful storms and changing our understanding of climate resilience. For more, KCBS Radio News Anchor Steve Scott spoke with Noah Diffenbaugh, climate scientist and Professor in Stanford's Doerr School of Sustainability. [Listen](https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8617793/8617793_2026-08-25-180233.128.mp3?rssID=3959) ## [Suspect in custody after stabbing spree in Oakland left 1 dead, 4 injured](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F8616161_2026-08-25-174901) _2026-08-25 · Bay Area All Local_ A suspect is behind bars this morning after a chaotic series of stabbings in Oakland that left one person dead and four others injured. Governor Gavin Newsom wants to prevent the state's utilities from going bankrupt after a wildfire, but his plans to do so are facing resistance. San Francisco is looking for the city's best young poets. All of these stories and more on this edition of the Bay Area… [Listen](https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8616161/8616161_2026-08-25-174901.128.mp3?rssID=3959) ## [49ers owner Jed York arrested in Ohio prostitution sting](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F8611928_2026-08-25-004328) _2026-08-24 · Bay Area All Local_ San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York is now out of jail after being taken into custody Sunday on suspicion of engaging in prostitution. Lots of excitement right now in downtown San Jose where a major announcement is expected to be made in regards to professional women’s volleyball. An estimated one in five homes in California are inherited, double the national average, and as Baby Boomers pass on… [Listen](https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8611928/8611928_2026-08-25-004328.128.mp3?rssID=3959) ## [A new study shows smartwatches could detect dementia](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F8611057_2026-08-24-184157) _2026-08-24 · Bay Area All Local_ A recent study from UC Davis suggests that smartwatches may be effective in tracking mental sharpness and in detecting dementia and Alzheimer's disease. For more, KCBS Radio News Anchor Steve Scott spoke with Sarah Farias, professor of neurology at UC Davis. [Listen](https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8611057/8611057_2026-08-24-184157.128.mp3?rssID=3959) ## [Bay Area fire crews arrive in Reno to help fight Hawk Fire](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F8610635_2026-08-24-162835) _2026-08-24 · Bay Area All Local_ Fire crews from the Bay Area are now among those helping to fight the Hawk Fire blazing in Reno. More rules and regulations are on the way for homeowners in order to protect their homes from a wildfire. In the East Bay, prosecutors have filed severe charges in connection with an arson case in Richmond that wiped out three generations of a single family. All of these stories and more on this… [Listen](https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8610635/8610635_2026-08-24-162835.128.mp3?rssID=3959) ## [Food banks have seen a surge, as prices of essential goods rise](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F8609441_2026-08-23-210741) _2026-08-23 · Bay Area All Local_ Food banks across the country have seen a surge and demand with the cost of essentials on the rise. From a photo contest to a revamped logo, Oakland's airport is trying to put itself on the map for air travelers looking for an easier way to fly into the Bay Area. AI continues to re-shape the job market, especially for younger workers just beginning to enter the workforce. All this and more on this… [Listen](https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8609441/8609441_2026-08-23-210741.128.mp3?rssID=3959) ## [Find it on Amazon (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/FzTjgo861lzR) _2026-08-23 · **Sponsored**_ Open the Amazon product listing to see details and availability ## [San Francisco SPCA joins shelters nationwide for 'Clear the Shelters'](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F8608796_2026-08-22-202836) _2026-08-22 · Bay Area All Local_ Hundreds of animal shelters across the country today are holding 'Clear the Shelters' events. Officials in Santa Cruz county are hoping the public can help them determine the best places where wildlife can safely cross a road. With two All Star Games bound for the Bay Area over the next two years, the work continues in attracting more big sporting events to the region. All this and more from KCBS… [Listen](https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8608796/8608796_2026-08-22-202836.128.mp3?rssID=3959) ## [One of the oldest schools in Oakland gets a new playground](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F8608515_2026-08-22-020615) _2026-08-22 · Bay Area All Local_ Students at an East Bay elementary school are kicking off the new school year with a major upgrade to their playground, and a big milestone for a local foundation. Heads up for anyone who uses the Carquinez Bridge, a big closure is set to begin tonight at 10. This weekend, the Santa Clara County fair is the place to be. All this and more from KCBS Radio News anchor, Rebecca Goodeyon. [Listen](https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8608515/8608515_2026-08-22-020615.128.mp3?rssID=3959) ## [How AI tools can impact future learning in children](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F8607237_2026-08-21-164937) _2026-08-21 · Bay Area All Local_ As AI tools become part of the curriculum, kids aren't spending as much time reading and writing things down "the old fashioned way." That drop has a huge impact on lasting skills like memory and communication and for more, KCBS Radio news anchor Steve Scott spoke with Dr. Heidi Feldman, Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics Physician at Stanford Medicine Children's Health. [Listen](https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8607237/8607237_2026-08-21-164937.128.mp3?rssID=3959) ## [This weekend's Carquinez Bridge closure is underway](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F8607111_2026-08-21-153911) _2026-08-21 · Bay Area All Local_ Heads up, for anyone who uses the Carquinez Bridge, a big closure is set to begin tonight. Voters from Livermore to Hayward are sending the first Afghan American to Congress. New data out of Oakland indicates the city's automated speed camera pilot program is getting drivers to hit the brakes. All these stories and more on this edition of Bay Area All Local, hosted by KCBS Radio News anchor Steve… [Listen](https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8607111/8607111_2026-08-21-153911.128.mp3?rssID=3959) ## [Golden Gate Park Music Concourse hosts various live music events each week](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F8606069_2026-08-21-022609) _2026-08-21 · Bay Area All Local_ San Francisco is in the middle of a run of more than 125 free concerts in Golden Gate Park this year. From picturesque views to rare plants and animals, a new trail on the peninsula will welcome visitors starting Monday. Dublin Unified school district is setting itself apart in an effort to combat excessive student stress. All these stories and more on this edition of the Bay Area All Local,… [Listen](https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8606069/8606069_2026-08-21-022609.128.mp3?rssID=3959) ## [Exploring the health benefits of drinking coffee](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F8605231_2026-08-20-195931) _2026-08-20 · Bay Area All Local_ The world will consume more than 2 billion cups of coffee today, but the benefits from your morning brew go past the quick pick-me-up, as new research shows drinking coffee can help your brain, gut, and even your heart. To learn more, KCBS's Steve Scott spoke with Marilyn Cornelis, Associate Professor of Nutrition at the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, on this edition of Bay… [Listen](https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8605231/8605231_2026-08-20-195931.128.mp3?rssID=3959) ## [Plans for a Walnut Creek gun range have some residents concerned](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F8604550_2026-08-20-170650) _2026-08-20 · Bay Area All Local_ Neighborhood debate is growing in Walnut Creek as plans emerge to transform a vacant carpet store into a shooting range. Data centers remain a hot topic in San Jose, and now, some neighbors are saying the city has enough of them. It’s still a long road to recovery for a 31-year-old Cal State East Bay student who was hit in an Oakland crosswalk by two brothers, six and four years old, out on a… [Listen](https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8604550/8604550_2026-08-20-170650.128.mp3?rssID=3959) ## [🔥 LIVE: Podcast Hall of Famer Rusty Monson Talks Smoke, Competition & Salt City BBQ](https://thepitmasterspodcast.libsyn.com/-live-podcast-hall-of-famer-rusty-monson-talks-smoke-competition-salt-city-bbq) _2026-08-20 · The Pitmaster's Podcast_ All right, BBQ family, fire up those smokers because we've got an awesome guest joining us today! If you've spent any time in the barbecue world, chances are you already know today's guest. Rusty Monson is the owner of Salt City BBQ in Utah, a championship pitmaster, and one of the most respected voices in the BBQ community. Whether he's cooking on the competition circuit, serving incredible… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/thepitmasterspodcast/Hall_of_Famer_Rusty_Monson.mp3?dest-id=1514702) ## [Is Fall a month early? The pumpkin spice latte says, yes!](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F8603222_2026-08-20-020322) _2026-08-20 · Bay Area All Local_ It may still feel like summer, but fall has arrived for coffee drinkers here in the Bay Area. That’s right, the Pumpkin Spice Latte is back. The Pokemon World Championships and the Pokemon XP convention are coming to San Francisco next week from August 28th-August 30th. The California Board of Forestry and Fire Protection today unanimously approved some new wildfire protections, which they have… [Listen](https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8603222/8603222_2026-08-20-020322.128.mp3?rssID=3959) ## [Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 369: Tina Cannon; Jordan Kirkpatrick](https://tailgateguysbbq.libsyn.com/tailgate-guys-bbq-podcast-episode-369-tina-cannon-jordan-kirkpatrick) _2026-08-19 · Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast_ Tina Cannon is one of the most-respected names in open-fire cooking, with numerous competition awards to her credit along with an array of television shows on various outlets. The classically trained chef joins us on Episode 369 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast to discuss her career, a website TinaCannonCooks.com full of helpful cooking info and a preview of her appearance at The Grill Guys of… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/tailgateguysbbq/Tailgate_Guys_Ep369.mp3?dest-id=960077) ## [Browse ThreatCrush Modules (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/siLGwfJUD5TL) _2026-08-19 · **Sponsored**_ Install community-built security modules to extend real-time threat intelligence and monitoring ## [Bay Area residents hope tourism boost stays afloat](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F8602446_2026-08-19-200146) _2026-08-19 · Bay Area All Local_ The Bay Area is banking on another wave of major events on the horizon. As we look forward to the WNBA and MLB All Star Games next summer, the steady stream of conferences is also boosting event tourism. But residents and local businesses want to see that momentum sustained. To find out more KCBS's Steve Scott spoke with Victor Matheson, professor of economics at the College of the Holy Cross, on… [Listen](https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8602446/8602446_2026-08-19-200146.128.mp3?rssID=3959) ## [City worker strike looms in San Jose](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F8602113_2026-08-19-175013) _2026-08-19 · Bay Area All Local_ San Jose residents could soon see disruption to key city services after thousands of municipal workers voted to approve a potential three-day strike. Tech giant Meta is back in court as the company fends off claims its platforms, like Facebook and Instagram, are harmful to young people. An East Bay State Senator from Hayward is declaring victory in a tight race to replace former congressional… [Listen](https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8602113/8602113_2026-08-19-175013.128.mp3?rssID=3959) ## [Golden State Valkyries make playoffs, land 2027 WNBA All-Star Game](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F8600952_2026-08-19-044152) _2026-08-19 · Bay Area All Local_ Golden Sate Valkyries fans have more than just a second straight trip to the playoffs to cheer about. One of the longest-running hiking groups in the Bay Area is also one of the oldest. Starting tomorrow through Friday, fliers out of San Jose Mineta International Airport will have an opportunity to try out a unique form of air transportation. All of these stories and more on this edition of the… [Listen](https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8600952/8600952_2026-08-19-044152.128.mp3?rssID=3959) ## [Meta trial regarding child safety and social media addiction gets underway](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F8599646_2026-08-18-173846) _2026-08-18 · Bay Area All Local_ Opening statements begin Tuesday in the high profile trial involving Meta and the mental health of young users. AAA says a new survey finds a third of Californians are speeding because they think no one else is following the law. Students are returning to class at an East Bay high school, just days after it was declared to be safe and mostly free from a toxic, airborne chemical. All of these… [Listen](https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8599646/8599646_2026-08-18-173846.128.mp3?rssID=3959) ## [California household sizes decreasing as options for downsizing dwindle](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F8599649_2026-08-18-174949) _2026-08-18 · Bay Area All Local_ On this edition of the Bay Area All Local, KCBS Radio News Anchor Steve Scott spoke with Chris Thornberg, real-estate industry analyst and Founding Partner of Beacon Economics, about what is factoring into the shrinking California household size. [Listen](https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8599649/8599649_2026-08-18-174949.128.mp3?rssID=3959) ## [Americans plan to spend more on holiday shopping this year](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F8598435_2026-08-18-034335) _2026-08-18 · Bay Area All Local_ When it comes to setting a budget for the upcoming holiday season, a large number of Americans say they will be spending more this year than they did last. Today is National Thrift Shop Day! Thrifting has become a massive industry here in the US, generating more than 60 million dollars annually. It can be a tough environment for some Bay Area museums in battling for donations and visitors, but one… [Listen](https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8598435/8598435_2026-08-18-034335.128.mp3?rssID=3959) ## [Waymo prepares for major expansion across California](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F8597281_2026-08-17-184821) _2026-08-17 · Bay Area All Local_ On this edition of the Bay Area All Local, KCBS Radio News Anchor Steve Scott spoke with Bryant Walker Smith, a law professor studying AI and transportation at the University of South Carolina, about Waymo and its plans to bring robotaxi services to more communities. [Listen](https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8597281/8597281_2026-08-17-184821.128.mp3?rssID=3959) ## [OpenAI eliminates its dedicated team focused on identifying cybersecurity risks](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F8596889_2026-08-17-163329) _2026-08-17 · Bay Area All Local_ OpenAI is reportedly shuttering its team tasked with assessing potential bio and cybersecurity risks with its AI models. The return of a Bay Area asylum-seeker from ICE detention is sparking fresh warnings for immigrants traveling domestically. A child-free lifestyle is becoming increasingly common, and according to a new study, adults in California are the most likely to be in that category. All… [Listen](https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8596889/8596889_2026-08-17-163329.128.mp3?rssID=3959) ## [San Francisco is making a hard push to slow traffic down outside its schools](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F8595620_2026-08-16-210420) _2026-08-16 · Bay Area All Local_ A proposed constitutional amendment has passed in the California Senate. This is legislation that would close the budget gaps between school districts. No city in California is moving faster than San Francisco to slow the traffic outside its schools. Baseball's All-Star Game returns to Oracle Park in 2028. All this and more on this edition of the Bay Area All Local, hosted by KCBS Radio News… [Listen](https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8595620/8595620_2026-08-16-210420.128.mp3?rssID=3959) ## [Oakland settles multimillion dollar lawsuit regarding deadly police chase](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F8595291_2026-08-15-192731) _2026-08-15 · Bay Area All Local_ A multimillion dollar lawsuit against the city of Oakland, filed by the family of a man killed four years ago by a speeding car fleeing police, has been settled. A two-day show in honor of San Francisco's official flower, the dahlia, is happening this weekend at Golden Gate Park. Most people have never built a piece of electronics. A museum in Alameda is fixing that, one grade schooler at a time.… [Listen](https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8595291/8595291_2026-08-15-192731.128.mp3?rssID=3959) ## [AI QA That Opens Fix PRs (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/v091UCGvCIrv) _2026-08-15 · **Sponsored**_ Runs browser QA, files issues with repro evidence, and opens fix PRs. ## [Palo Alto joins Tom Brady's CardVault roster](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F8595073_2026-08-15-033913) _2026-08-15 · Bay Area All Local_ If you're a sports memorabilia collector, you might want to head to Palo Alto tomorrow for the grand opening of the newest Tom Brady-owned sports card and collectibles shop. Flying to Hawaii this weekend? Double-check your flight status. Tropical Storm Lala is bearing down on the islands and could soon become a Hurricane. In San Jose, an event aimed at bringing gamers from all over the world… [Listen](https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8595073/8595073_2026-08-15-033913.128.mp3?rssID=3959) ## [The Pitmaster Podcast Hall of Fame Selection Show](https://thepitmasterspodcast.libsyn.com/the-pitmaster-podcast-hall-of-fame-selection-show) _2026-08-13 · The Pitmaster's Podcast_ The Pitmaster Podcast Hall of Fame Selection Show is going LIVE on YouTube! Join us June 30 at 7PM MST as we reveal the next class of Hall of Fame inductees. Don't miss the action, the stories, and the celebration of BBQ greatness! Subscribe and turn on notifications so you don't miss it! #ThePitmasterPodcast #HallOfFame #BBQ #LiveOnYouTube #PitmasterFamily [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/thepitmasterspodcast/The_Pitmaster_Podcast_Hall_of_Fame_Selection_Show.mp3?dest-id=1514702) ## [Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 368: Talking steaks and other things with Dan Wright, John Lindsey](https://tailgateguysbbq.libsyn.com/tailgate-guys-bbq-podcast-episode-368-talking-steaks-and-other-things-with-dan-wright-john-lindsey) _2026-08-12 · Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast_ We dive into the world of steak cooking on Episode 368 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast with a couple of big winner at last weekend's Hornersville Watermelon Festival in southeast Missouri. First up is Dan Wright of Take it Easy BBQ from St. Louis. While he's won big in KCBS and the Rib Cookoff Association, Dan came up big in SCA entry by earning a rare triple golden ticket (steak, ribs and beans)… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/tailgateguysbbq/Tailgate_Guys_Ep368.mp3?dest-id=960077) ## [My BBQ Journey – From the Royal to Perfect Perfect BBQ](https://thepitmasterspodcast.libsyn.com/my-bbq-journey-from-the-royal-to-perfect-perfect-bbq) _2026-08-06 · The Pitmaster's Podcast_ In 2016, I jumped into the world of competition BBQ. My very first sanctioned contest was the legendary American Royal, and I've been hooked ever since. As a solo cook, I compete in about 4–8 contests each year, chasing great food, great people, and the challenge of getting better every cook. Along the way, I've been fortunate to have some memorable moments: 🏆 2021 American Royal Open – 1st Place… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/thepitmasterspodcast/My_BBQ_Journey___From_the_Royal_to_Perfect_Perfect_BBQ.mp3?dest-id=1514702) ## [Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 367: B's Que Crew; Grill Guys of Missouri](https://tailgateguysbbq.libsyn.com/tailgate-guys-bbq-podcast-episode-367-bs-que-crew-grill-guys-of-missouri) _2026-08-05 · Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast_ The current KCBS Team of the Year leader is not as well known as those giving close chase. On Episode 367 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Brian Kennish of B's Que Crew from Richmond, Va., via Philadelphia, tells us about his family team's long-time love of cooking and competition and why it's picked up the pace the last couple of years to become a national contender. We also take a trip to… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/tailgateguysbbq/Tailgate_Guys_Ep367.mp3?dest-id=960077) ## [Gettin' Basted & Getting Real: Brad Leighninger on BBQ Domination](https://thepitmasterspodcast.libsyn.com/gettin-basted-getting-real-brad-leighninger-on-bbq-domination) _2026-07-30 · The Pitmaster's Podcast_ Brad Leighninger is the pitmaster, co-owner, and founder behind the award-winning barbecue brand Gettin' Basted, based in southwest Missouri. He launched the team in 2012, originally as a competition barbecue outfit, and quickly built it into one of the most successful teams on the professional BBQ circuit before expanding into full-scale restaurants in Branson and Nixa, Missouri. Leighninger is… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/thepitmasterspodcast/Gettin__Basted__Getting_Real__Brad_Leighninger_on_BBQ_Domination.mp3?dest-id=1514702) ## [Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 366: Bill Purvis; Joel Fleetwood](https://tailgateguysbbq.libsyn.com/tailgate-guys-bbq-podcast-episode-366-bill-purvis-joel-fleetwood) _2026-07-29 · Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast_ One of our favorite BBQ people returns to the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast to make Episode 366 a dandy. It's Bill Purvis from Chicken Fried BBQ out of Magnolia, Texas. Bill highlights his exciting weekend in Rhode Island where he pulled off BBQ's version of a buzzer-beater by winning the Grand Championship along with Rhode Island's auto bid into the Jack Daniel World BBQ Invitational. Along with… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/tailgateguysbbq/Tailgate_Guys_Ep366.mp3?dest-id=960077) ## [Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 365: Rowdy Pig BBQ; Smokey D's Wannabees](https://tailgateguysbbq.libsyn.com/tailgate-guys-bbq-podcast-episode-365-rowdy-pig-bbq-smokey-ds-wannabees) _2026-07-23 · Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast_ On Episode 365 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, we visit with two of last weekend's big winners on the competition circuit. First up is Brad Bess of Rowdy Pig BBQ, who enjoyed a spectacular doubleheader at Smokin' on the Osage in Osceola, Missouri. He scored 707.3944 both days - a remarkable feat that earned him Grand Championship honors on Day 1 and RGC on Day 2 to Bad Dog BBQ. Brad, from Bonne… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/tailgateguysbbq/Tailgate_Guys_Ep365.mp3?dest-id=960077) ## [John Lindsey – The Delta Pitmaster Joins The Pitmasters Podcast!](https://thepitmasterspodcast.libsyn.com/john-lindsey-the-delta-pitmaster-joins-the-pitmasters-podcast) _2026-07-23 · The Pitmaster's Podcast_ This week on The Pitmasters Podcast, we're sitting down with one of the most accomplished names in the world of live-fire cooking — John Lindsey. From championship steaks and award-winning BBQ to television appearances, catering, product development, and BBQ education, John has built a reputation as one of the most respected ambassadors in the barbecue industry. 🏆 What You'll Hear About: Building… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/thepitmasterspodcast/__John_Lindsey___The_Delta_Pitmaster_Joins_The_Pitmasters_Podcast__.mp3?dest-id=1514702) ## [Find out all about the new Live Fire Cooking Association with Co-Founder Christie Vanover!!](https://thepitmasterspodcast.libsyn.com/find-out-all-about-the-new-live-fire-cooking-association-with-co-founder-christie-vanover) _2026-07-16 · The Pitmaster's Podcast_ The LFCA officially launched at the Open Fire World Championship at Memphis in May in 2026. The Live Fire Cooking Association (LFCA) is a food sport sanctioning body created to give live fire cooking its own identity, structure, and future. Built to honor the oldest culinary traditions in human history, the LFCA accelerates the growth of live fire cooking through fair competition, consistent… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/thepitmasterspodcast/Find_out_all_about_the_new_Live_Fire_Cooking_Association_with_Co-Founder_Christie_Vanover.mp3?dest-id=1514702) ## [Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 364: Sanj Kirubakaran; new Butcher Shoppe owners](https://tailgateguysbbq.libsyn.com/tailgate-guys-bbq-podcast-episode-364-sanj-kirubakaran-new-butcher-shoppe-owners) _2026-07-15 · Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast_ We've seen countless top-notch competition BBQ teams leave the sport over the last several years, but on Episode 364 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast we tell you about one who's coming back after an extended break. Sanj Kirubakaran of Thump and Strum BBQ blazed to four Grand Championships and five RGCs from 2013-19 and, after feeling burned out, Sanj took time away. Now he is back with a renewed… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/tailgateguysbbq/Tailgate_Guys_Ep364.mp3?dest-id=960077) ## [SCOTT vs. ROBERT: HOT TAKES SHOWDOWN!](https://thepitmasterspodcast.libsyn.com/scott-vs-robert-hot-takes-showdown) _2026-07-09 · The Pitmaster's Podcast_ The gloves are on and the opinions are HOT! This week on The Pitmasters Podcast, Scott and Robert square off in an epic battle of barbecue knowledge, grilling opinions, competition stories, and controversial hot takes from the world of live-fire cooking. Who has the better take? Who's bringing the heat? And who will win over the audience? Join us LIVE and be part of the discussion! 📅 Tuesday⏰… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/thepitmasterspodcast/__SCOTT_vs__ROBERT__HOT_TAKES_SHOWDOWN__.mp3?dest-id=1514702) ## [Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 363: Big Juicy BBQ; Steven Raichlen encore](https://tailgateguysbbq.libsyn.com/tailgate-guys-bbq-podcast-episode-363-big-juicy-bbq-steven-raichlen-encore) _2026-07-08 · Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast_ Episode 363 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ podcast takes us to Las Vegas where we go "Under the Radar" with the up-and-coming competition team Big Juicy BBQ. Thomas and Michelle Bolling have found a passion for open-fire cooking and, less than two years after their first contest, they've been hitting their marks and taking consistent top-10 walks. With a scheduling conflict leaving an open segment, we… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/tailgateguysbbq/Tailgate_Guys_Ep363.mp3?dest-id=960077) ## [Meet the next generation of Pitmaster!!! All Fired Up With Clayton!!](https://thepitmasterspodcast.libsyn.com/meet-the-next-generation-of-pitmaster-all-fired-up-with-clayton) _2026-07-02 · The Pitmaster's Podcast_ Clayton Dixon, known as " All Fired Up with Clayton" is 15 yrs old and started his BBQ journey around age 14. He has competed and won the following- National Live fire pork Champion, 3rd in Beef and 5th overall and also 3rd in steak @NBBQA. Memphis in May-2nd dessert. WJBL- 1st chicken, 3rd pork, 5th-ribs.Smokeslam- 3rd chicken and 5th pork He has his own garden Triple G's(Granddaddy's Giving… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/thepitmasterspodcast/All_Fired_Up_With_Clayton.mp3?dest-id=1514702) ## [Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 362: Bald Beauties BBQ; Grill Guys of Missouri](https://tailgateguysbbq.libsyn.com/tailgate-guys-bbq-podcast-episode-362-bald-beauties-bbq-grill-guys-of-missouri) _2026-07-01 · Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast_ We're always looking for up-and-coming BBQ teams and this week on our "Under the Radar" segment we go to Kansas City. Episode 362 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast tells the story of Bald Beauties BBQ. Teammates Michael Bridges and Brian Studdard are making big strides on the circuit while also representing one of Kansas City's oldest BBQ restaurants, Sneads. Bridges does the comp cooking while… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/tailgateguysbbq/Tailgate_Guys_Ep362.mp3?dest-id=960077) ## [Pitmasters, family man, entrepreneur, Cam The Pit Man does it all!!](https://thepitmasterspodcast.libsyn.com/pitmasters-family-man-entrepreneur-cam-the-pit-man-does-it-all) _2026-06-25 · The Pitmaster's Podcast_ At 36, Cameron Edwards is a Texas pitmaster, entrepreneur, and lifelong student of barbecue, having grown up cooking alongside his grandfather from an early age. His passion for service has shaped much of his life, with 10 years as a first responder—including 9 years in EMS—and 8 years serving in youth ministry, all centered around caring for people and building community. Since 2020, Cameron has… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/thepitmasterspodcast/Cam_The_Pit_Man_does_it_all.mp3?dest-id=1514702) ## [Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 361: Talking contests with Carl McBee](https://tailgateguysbbq.libsyn.com/tailgate-guys-bbq-podcast-episode-361-talking-contests-with-carl-mcbee) _2026-06-24 · Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast_ There's no question that team participation in BBQ competitions has been trending downward in recent years. There are no magical solutions as various factor come into play, with economics probably No. 1. On Episode 361 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, we take a stab at examining - from a contest organizer's point of view - what makes for a good comp, a not-so-good comp and all points in between… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/tailgateguysbbq/Tailgate_Guys_Ep361.mp3?dest-id=960077) ## [Do you need more flavor with your food??? We have your solution!!](https://thepitmasterspodcast.libsyn.com/do-you-need-more-flavor-with-your-food-we-have-your-solution) _2026-06-18 · The Pitmaster's Podcast_ This company began by accident. As someone who puts on concerts for some of the biggest stars in the world, I wanted to give those I worked with something special, something made with love. After all, what do you give someone who can afford anything? It all started to change with the first order request. Flattered, I shipped a free bottle. But as more requests started pouring in, what began as a… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/thepitmasterspodcast/Do_you_need_more_flavor_with_your_food.mp3?dest-id=1514702) ## [Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 360: John Lindsey; Richard Fergola](https://tailgateguysbbq.libsyn.com/tailgate-guys-bbq-podcast-episode-360-john-lindsey-richard-fergola) _2026-06-17 · Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast_ Episode 360 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast takes us to northeast Arkansas for a visit with one of the USA's most-respected, across-the-board pit masters. John Lindsey spent time on the KCBS circuit as All Q'ued Up BBQ before becoming a champion on the Steak Cookout Association for several years. He's opened a catering business in recent years that has been a hit and now is venturing more into… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/tailgateguysbbq/Tailgate_GUys_Ep360.mp3?dest-id=960077) ## [What is the BBQ World Cup & Expo???](https://thepitmasterspodcast.libsyn.com/what-is-the-bbq-world-cup-expo) _2026-06-11 · The Pitmaster's Podcast_ Welcome back Shannon and Scott with The BBQ World Cup & Expo to give us the updates on competitors, qualifying events, and all the other questions you have! [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/thepitmasterspodcast/What_is_the_BBQ_World_Cup_Expo.mp3?dest-id=1514702)