# tailgate (podcasts) — RSS Amplifier

Recent posts from the 3 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover tailgate.

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## The Tailgate Rewind 08.19.26

_2026-08-19 · The Tailgate Replay_

.@TheTailgateWRUF Rewind: On Wednesday's show, @JeffCardozoUF and @ZachAbolverdi discuss recent news surrounding #DJLagway, and discuss Gator football with callers.

[Listen](https://post.futurimedia.com/wrufam/playlist/25/7400.m4a)

## The Tailgate Rewind (08/19/2026)

_2026-08-19 · The Tailgate Replay_

On Wednesday's show, Jeff and Zach discuss recent news surrounding DJ Lagway, and discuss Florida Gator football uniforms with callers.

[Listen](https://post.futurimedia.com/wrufam/playlist/25/7399.m4a)

## The Tailgate (08/17/2026)

_2026-08-17 · The Tailgate Replay_

On Monday's edition of The Tailgate, Jeff Cardozo and Zach Abolverdi join the program from Spurrier's Gridiron Grille for the restaurant's 5th anniversary. They broke down what they saw from the Gators football scrimmage Saturday after coach Sumrall spoke with the media earlier today.

[Listen](https://post.futurimedia.com/wrufam/playlist/25/7389.m4a)

## [Ramirez: Mark Grote talks Bears & we take calls (Hour 2)](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F8595385_2026-08-16-002425)

_2026-08-16 · Best of 104.3 The Score_

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## [Ramirez: Anthony Herron breaks down Bears' win in preseason opener (Hour 1)](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F8595383_2026-08-16-005123)

_2026-08-16 · Best of 104.3 The Score_

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## [Palm Saturdays with Mike Palm: Cubs & White Sox both win again, David Braun interview](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F8595180_2026-08-15-143820)

_2026-08-15 · Best of 104.3 The Score_

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## The Tailgate (08/14/2026)

_2026-08-14 · The Tailgate Replay_

On Friday's edition of The Tailgate, Jeff Cardozo and Zach Abolverdi join the program from Alumni Hall. They break down Gators sports to come, especially Saturday's football scrimmage.

[Listen](https://post.futurimedia.com/wrufam/playlist/25/7385.m4a)

## The Tailgate 8/13/26

_2026-08-13 · The Tailgate Replay_

The Tailgate Rewind: On Thursday, Jeff Cardozo and Zach Abolverdi discussed the additions to Gators Football's jersey lineup for the season. They also talked about what to expect from Florida's defense and were surprised with a return from a fan-favorite caller.

[Listen](https://post.futurimedia.com/wrufam/playlist/25/7381.m4a)

## [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)…

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## The Tailgate 8/11/2026

_2026-08-12 · The Tailgate Replay_

The Tailgate Rewind: On Tuesdays show Zach Abolverdi and Jeff Cardozo, 25 days away from kickoff spoke about the conditions of the football players. They also broke down UF men's basketball schedule

[Listen](https://post.futurimedia.com/wrufam/playlist/25/7360.m4a)

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## The Tailgate 8/10/2026

_2026-08-10 · The Tailgate Replay_

On Monday, Jeff Cardozo and Zach Abolverdi continued their conversation about Gators training camp and Jon Sumrall's comments from media availability. They also asked trivia questions about Florida baseball players in the majors and the history of Gators football defense.

[Listen](https://post.futurimedia.com/wrufam/playlist/25/7369.m4a)

## [Kuhn & Studzinski: Bears are banged up & who should be next Bear to get Hall of Fame nod? (Hour 2)](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F8582478_2026-08-10-002918)

_2026-08-10 · Best of 104.3 The Score_

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## [Kuhn & Studzinski: Dan Wiederer talks Bears & Pete Crow-Armstrong is NL MVP frontrunner (Hour 1)](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F8582476_2026-08-10-005116)

_2026-08-10 · Best of 104.3 The Score_

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## [Palm Saturdays with Mike Palm: Pete Crow-Armstrong is now the NL MVP favorite](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F8581986_2026-08-08-194826)

_2026-08-08 · Best of 104.3 The Score_

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## The Tailgate 8/7/26

_2026-08-07 · The Tailgate Replay_

To wrap up the week, Jeff Cardozo and Zach Abolverdi gave insight to the Gators QB battle, the status of the offensive line and the team's improvement on day 3 of fall camp. They also spoke with Wendy Wiggs ahead of the Gainesville Sports Commission's annual Indoor Pickleball Showcase tomorrow.

[Listen](https://post.futurimedia.com/wrufam/playlist/25/7361.m4a)

## The Tailgate 8/6/26

_2026-08-06 · The Tailgate Replay_

Thursday on The Tailgate, Jeff Cardozo and Zach Abolverdi talked about the most hated teams throughout the country, biggest brawls in CFB history and Rusty Whitt's improvement to Florida football.

[Listen](https://post.futurimedia.com/wrufam/playlist/25/7357.m4a)

## [Herron: Pete Crow-Armstrong fuels Cubs' sweep of Dodgers, Darnell Wright addresses new Bears deal (Hour 1)](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F8566177_2026-08-06-000717)

_2026-08-06 · Best of 104.3 The Score_

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## [Herron: Pete Crow-Armstrong's walk rate, Caleb Williams' sack rate highlight year 2 leaps for young stars (Hour 2)](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F8566836_2026-08-06-012436)

_2026-08-06 · Best of 104.3 The Score_

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## [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…

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## The Tailgate 8/4/2026

_2026-08-04 · The Tailgate Replay_

The Tailgate on Tuesday Jeff Cardozo and Zach discussed their main takeaways from the Florida Football press conference ahead of fall camp that begins Wednesday morning , Dallas Wilson and the outlook for the season

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## The Tailgate 08/03/2026

_2026-08-03 · The Tailgate Replay_

On Monday Jeff Cardozo and Zach Abolverdi discussed what to lookout for as the Gators start Fall Camp Wednesday. and new Santa Fe baseball coach Brad Powell joined the duo to explain his plan for the program.

[Listen](https://post.futurimedia.com/wrufam/playlist/25/7350.m4a)

## [Makhlouf & Kuhn: Discussing what the Cubs & Sox should do at trade deadline (Hour 3)](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F8555596_2026-08-01-224436)

_2026-08-01 · Best of 104.3 The Score_

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## [Makhlouf & Kuhn: reacting to Liam Coen's comments about Caleb Williams-Darnell Wright's contract & Cubs (Hour 2)](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F8555593_2026-08-01-225433)

_2026-08-01 · Best of 104.3 The Score_

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## The Tailgate 07/31/2026

_2026-07-31 · The Tailgate Replay_

On Friday, Jeff Cardozo and Zach Abolverdi were joined by UF o-line coach Phil Trautwein to discuss the status of his guys. The duo also talked about Florida baseball's pitching staff and prepared for one more week until the Gators begin fall football camp.

[Listen](https://post.futurimedia.com/wrufam/playlist/25/7346.m4a)

## [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…

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## [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…

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## [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…

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## [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…

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## [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…

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## [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…

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## [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…

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## [Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 359: Mat Bonville, Joel Fleetwood](https://tailgateguysbbq.libsyn.com/tailgate-guys-bbq-podcast-episode-359-mat-bonville-joel-fleetwood)

_2026-06-10 · Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast_

Mat Bonville hasn't been doing competition BBQ for long, but the pitmaster of Phantom Smoke & BBQ from Kipling, Saskatchewan had a memorable cook at one of the world's foremost contests a couple of weeks ago. Bonville scored a whopping 707.97 at the KCBS World Invitational in Lebanon, Tennessee - roughly a 24-drive from home - to earn Reserve Grand honors and qualify for next spring's BBQ World…

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## [Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 358: Rough Cut Q and Grill Guys of Missouri](https://tailgateguysbbq.libsyn.com/tailgate-guys-bbq-podcast-episode-358-rough-cut-q-and-grill-guys-of-missouri)

_2026-06-03 · Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast_

Living six hours apart as competition teammates can be a challenge. But brothers Joe and Jeff Rouse have been able to overcome the geographic challenge to become one of the nation's top KCBS Backyard teams in recent years and, this year, are making waves in the four-meat Masters series as well. On Episode 358 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast we go "Under the Radar" to find out more about Joe (from…

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## [Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 357: Chuck Simpson, HS BBQ coach; BBQ Pit Bros 'Under the Radar'](https://tailgateguysbbq.libsyn.com/tailgate-guys-bbq-podcast-episode-357-chuck-simpson-hs-bbq-coach-bbq-pit-bros-under-the-radar)

_2026-05-27 · Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast_

Episode 357 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast brings back our popular "Under the Radar" segment where we find out more about up-and-coming competition teams. Jordan Williams and Richard Smith comprise BBQ Pit Bros out of Des Moines, Iowa. They began cooking KCBS backyard comps in 2021 and, after multiple Grand Championships and Reserves, the team has taken the plunge into the KCBS 4-Meat Masters…

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## [Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 356: Heath Riles, Kevin Green](https://tailgateguysbbq.libsyn.com/tailgate-guys-bbq-podcast-episode-356-heath-riles-kevin-green)

_2026-05-21 · Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast_

A few days after making history at one of the world's biggest BBQ competitions, Heath Riles joins us on Episode 356 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast to discuss his repeat Grand Championship at Memphis in May. It was the first time in 42 years that anyone has repeated their World Championship at Memphis in May and Heath breaks down what the accomplishment means to him and his Heath Riles BBQ brand…

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## [Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 355: Nick & Shannon Holman of Burnt Trees BBQ; Grill Guys of Missouri](https://tailgateguysbbq.libsyn.com/tailgate-guys-bbq-podcast-episode-355-nick-shannon-holman-of-burnt-trees-bbq-grill-guys-of-missouri)

_2026-05-13 · Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast_

North Dakota is not the warmest open-fire cooking climate in the country, but Nick and Shannon Holman are doing their best to put the Minot, N.D. team Burnt Trees BBQ on the competition map. The husband-wife duo last week came away from the 77-team Minnesota in May with a Grand Championship, their fourth in 50 career KCBS competitions. Consistency is a key for the couple, who have turned countless…

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## [Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 354: Tim Scheer of Blues Hog; Ryan Eftink from Smokin' Brothers](https://tailgateguysbbq.libsyn.com/tailgate-guys-bbq-podcast-episode-354-tim-scheer-of-blues-hog-ryan-eftink-from-smokin-brothers)

_2026-05-06 · Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast_

Memphis in May is just one week away and on Episode 354 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, we talk it over with one of the top contenders to take home the big trophy. Tim Scheer, whose Blues Hog team captured Whole Hog and overall Grand Championship honors in 2022, gives us a preview of the preparations. Those include the final days of feeding the three hogs that he raised on his east-central…

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## [Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 353: American Royal CEO Pat Macy; Iola Underhogs coach Doug Kerr](https://tailgateguysbbq.libsyn.com/tailgate-guys-bbq-podcast-episode-353-american-royal-ceo-pat-macy-iola-underhogs-coach-doug-kerr)

_2026-04-29 · Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast_

After lots of anticipation and patience, it's official. The American Royal World Series of BBQ has new dates (Oct. 1-4) and a new home (the under construction American Royal Association complex in Kansas City, Kansas). On Episode 353 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, we visit with American Royal Association CEO Pat Macy about the move and what went into bringing the event to its new complex which…

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## [Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 352: High on the Hog STL; Smokin' Aces BBQ](https://tailgateguysbbq.libsyn.com/tailgate-guys-bbq-podcast-episode-352-high-on-the-hog-stl-smokin-aces-bbq)

_2026-04-22 · Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast_

On Episode 352 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, we talk it over with two big winners from last weekend. First up is the story of fast-rising High on the Hog BBQ out of St. Louis, which won its first KCBS GC in Edina, Missouri, in just its sixth KCBS competition. Shawn Campbell and Rich Alexander reveal how they've been able to achieve big-tie success in just their second full-time season. The…

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## [Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 351: Blind Fox BBQ; Aaron Huentelman](https://tailgateguysbbq.libsyn.com/tailgate-guys-bbq-podcast-episode-351-blind-fox-bbq-aaron-huentelman)

_2026-04-15 · Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast_

The guys from Blind Fox BBQ haven't been doing competition cooking for long, but it's clear they rise to the occasion in big contests. Two years after finishing sixth at their first American Royal World Series of BBQ Open (444 teams) Joe Rickfels and Adam Burch won their first Grand Championship at last weekend's 103-team Smoke in the Spring in Osage City, Kansas. Not only was it the first GC, it…

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## [Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 350: Bill Toth with Dawg's BBQ](https://tailgateguysbbq.libsyn.com/tailgate-guys-bbq-podcast-episode-350-bill-toth-with-dawgs-bbq)

_2026-04-08 · Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast_

There are many tremendous cooks in the Backyard Division of the KCBS who often are overlooked in a competition world in which the Masters division gets most of the attention for master all four meats. On Episode 350 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast we talk it over with one of the best in the two-meat (chicken and ribs) division and that's Bill Toth whose Dawg's BBQ out of Minneapolis, Minn., is…

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## [Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 349: Paul Russell; Skyler Spartan & Charlie Wallace](https://tailgateguysbbq.libsyn.com/tailgate-guys-bbq-podcast-episode-349-paul-russell-skyler-spartan-charlie-wallace)

_2026-04-01 · Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast_

Everywhere Paul Russell goes in competition BBQ from his home base in Conway, Arkansas, he consistently gets the question about his team's unique name. But Kermit's Ex BBQ is more than a neat name and logo, it's also a consistent contender on the KCBS circuit. On Episode 349 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, we visit with Paul about his latest success, a Grand Championship at the Kickin' It On…

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## [Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 348: Drew Davis, Craig Verhage](https://tailgateguysbbq.libsyn.com/tailgate-guys-bbq-podcast-episode-348-drew-davis-craig-verhage)

_2026-03-25 · Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast_

Think you need a fancy toy hauler or trailer to succeed in competition BBQ? To that, we present Drew Davis, the king of canopy cooking. On Episode 348 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Davis and his simple approach with Razorracks BBQ proved again last weekend - winning the 125-team KCBS Smoke on the Shores in Lebanon, Tenn., that less can be more. Drew, one of the nation's best comp cooks for…

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## [Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 347: Chase Muninger; Richard Fergola](https://tailgateguysbbq.libsyn.com/tailgate-guys-bbq-podcast-episode-347-chase-muninger-richard-fergola)

_2026-03-18 · Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast_

It's fun to talk it over with one of America's top up-and-coming competition pit masters on Episode 347 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast. Chase Muninger of Munny's Stove BBQ in Wichita, Kansas, has won five KCBS Grand Championships since 2024 with his latest in a stacked 37-team field at Boots, Brews & BBQ in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Chase talks about his background in barbecue and how the…

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## [Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 346: Brad Leighninger; Ryan McCoy (overall Show No. 500)](https://tailgateguysbbq.libsyn.com/tailgate-guys-bbq-podcast-episode-346-brad-leighninger-ryan-mccoy-overall-show-no-500)

_2026-03-11 · Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast_

It's fitting that on Episode 346 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast - our 500th show when combined with three years on local radio - that our long-time friend Brad Leighninger joins us. Brad came on the show often in 2016 when we started the show and those who follow competition BBQ will enjoy the various topics that he touches on, including thoughts on the current state of KCBS and its leadership,…

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## [Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 345: JP Parran; Grill Guys of Missouri](https://tailgateguysbbq.libsyn.com/tailgate-guys-bbq-podcast-episode-345-jp-parran-grill-guys-of-missouri)

_2026-03-04 · Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast_

We've met J.P. Parran on the competition circuit and he's truly one of the most enthusiastic people out there, guaranteed to bring a smile to all and some great BBQ to the judges. On Episode 345 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, JP stops by to talk about his BBQ journey and how he and wife Colleen, who form Bourbon and Blues BBQ out of Wilmington, N.C., have made a successful leap from the KCBS…

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## [Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 344: Smokin' Aces BBQ; Meat Rushmore BBQ](https://tailgateguysbbq.libsyn.com/tailgate-guys-bbq-podcast-episode-344-smokin-aces-bbq-meat-rushmore-bbq)

_2026-02-24 · Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast_

On Episode 344 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, we take a trip to Texas to learn about up-and-coming team Smokin' Aces BBQ. Led by friends Matthew Frazier and Justin Payne, Smokin' Aces is fresh off a Champions BBQ Alliance Grand Championship in Giddings, Texas, boosting the team to second in the early season CBA points chase. Matthew and Justin break down how they got started competing and how…

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## [Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 343: Jason Halterman](https://tailgateguysbbq.libsyn.com/tailgate-guys-bbq-podcast-episode-343-jason-halterman)

_2026-02-18 · Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast_

As the 2026 competition season gets rolling, a team to watch is Can Country Outlaw led by Jason Halterman. After a breakthrough 2025 season, which saw Can Country Outlaw win three KCBS Grand Championships plus a first-place 180 brisket at the American Royal World Series of BBQ Invitational, Jason is looking for even bigger things in 2026. On episode 343 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, we visit…

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## [Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 342: Mike Davis of Lotta Bull BBQ](https://tailgateguysbbq.libsyn.com/tailgate-guys-bbq-podcast-episode-342-mike-davis-of-lotta-bull-bbq)

_2026-02-10 · Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast_

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## [Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast, Episode 341: Jason Hester (Seahawks), Bill Gillespie (Patriots) talk football and food](https://tailgateguysbbq.libsyn.com/tailgate-guys-bbq-podcast-episode-341-jason-hester-seahwaks-bill-gillespie-patriots-talk-football-and-food)

_2026-02-04 · Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast_

Call this one the bonus show! Unplanned, but here we are! Episode 341 of the Tailgate Guys BBQ Podcast is our annual Super Bowl preview edition, from both football and foot angles. Representing the Seattle Seahawks out of the Pacific Northwest is Seattle Food Truck owner Jason Hester, Rolling Smoke BBQ & Co. Jason gives his game breakdown and offers up some Seattle-themed food ideas for game day…

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