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I Crush BBQ Show EP68 - Rangers BBQ MXTexas Barbecue Mexico Series. In this podcast, I interview Juan Mata from Rangers BBQ in El Salto, a suburb outside of Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico. They celebrated their 10th anniversary, and I was there to join in the festivities. Juan grew up in Texas, and his love of Barbecue helped him become a great success in Mexico. This is his story. Instagram - @rangers.bbq Thanks for tuning into the I Crush Barbecue Show! If you liked the show, give us a thumbs up and Please be sure to hi...

2025-04-2940 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep67 - (Español) Monterrey BBQ Fest 2022Hola y bienvenidos al I Crush Barbecue Show, les saluda su servidor Abraham Delgado. Me da mucho gusto poder lanzar nuestro primer episidio en Español. Ahora que nos estamos preparando para el siguente Monterrey Barbecue Fest, dije pues porque no nos regresamos al evento del año pasado donde entreviste a various participantes y fanaticos del BBQ. No se vayan a perder El Monterrey BBQ Fest este año que se va a llevar acabo el Sabado 7 de Ocubre, no se lo pierdan! Ojala y les guste y nos sigan apollando! Si nos quieren apoyar por favor de...

2023-05-2535 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep66 - Palmira BarbecueFor my first episode of 2023, I chat with my buddy Hector Garate of Palmira Barbecue. Hector burst into the BBQ Scene with his Puerto Rican Roots and creative mind and he's blown away his customers with amazing Carolina Latino-inspired Barbecue. He's had some incredible collaborations including one with my good buddy, John Bates of Interstellar, and just this past weekend with Koi Barbecue in Houston. They have some big plans for this year and they are laser-focused. I hope you enjoy the Show! Social Media: IG - @Palmirabbq FB - Palmira Barbec...

2023-05-2551 min

One of Each! The Dumb & Hungry Podcast 14 - Bartz Barbecue | One of Each! The Dumb & Hungry PodcastIn this episode we discuss overeating, "smoked" meats, and big-ass joints. And an after show in small bites. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Show Notes Opening ➤ Whole Foods - https://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/departments/catering/holiday-catering ➤ Le Coupé - https://www.instagram.com/lecoupe_friedchicken/ ➤ Goltong Chicken - https://www.instagram.com/goltongchicken/ ➤ Bumsan Organic Milk Bar - https://www.instagram...

2022-12-022h 24

One of Each! The Dumb & Hungry Podcast 13 - A's BBQ | One of Each! The Dumb & Hungry Podcast13 - A's BBQ | One of Each! The Dumb & Hungry Podcast In this episode we discuss civic duty, Donas, and faulty navigation. And a welcoming aftershow. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Show Notes Instagram - ttps://www.instagram.com/as_bbq Website - https://www.eastlossoulbarbecue.com/ Follow Up ➤ LA County Interactive Sample Ballot - https://www.lavote.go...

2022-11-112h 04

I Crush BBQ Show Ep65 - Monterrey BBQ Fest 2022In this episode I take you with me to the Monterrey BBQ Fest!! The first BBQ event of its kind & the first KCBS competition ever, in Mexico. I believe we also had the first Texas Pitmaster to wrestle a luchador in Mexico as well!! It was an incredible time and I’m happy that I get to share part of the experience, with you! I will also have a Spanish version coming out very soon, so be on the look out for it! I hope you enjoy the show!

2022-10-311h 29

One of Each! The Dumb & Hungry Podcast 8 - Heritage Craft Barbecue | One of Each! The Dumb & Hungry PodcastIn this episode we discuss barbecue in CA, barbecue in TX, and barbecue in NV. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Show Notes Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/heritagebarbecue/ Website - https://www.heritagecraftbbq.com/press/ Kevin’s BBQ Joints - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZdrjgTUSG50 John Troxell - https://www.johntroxell.com/ LATXBBQ - https://latxbbq.wordpress.co...

2022-09-301h 16

One of Each! The Dumb & Hungry Podcast 7 - Moo's Craft Barbecue | One of Each! The Dumb & Hungry PodcastIn this episode we discuss smoked meats, cooking tortillas, and bachelor parties. ----- Show Notes Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mooscraftbarbecue/ Website - https://www.mooscraftbarbecue.com/ Kevin’s BBQ Joints - https://www.kevinsbbqjoints.com/ I Crush BBQ Show (Abe Delgado) - https://icrushbbqshow.com/ | https://www.instagram.com/icrushbbqshow/ Smorg at the Pier - https://la.smorgasburg.com/calendar/2017/3/11/saturday-pop-up-on-the-pier-tmn73 Moo’s Shut Down - https://la.eater.com/2018/4/23/17270538/moos-craft-barbecue-shut-down-health-department Smorg BBQ Day - https://la.eater.com/2018/8/22/17768632/morn...

2022-09-231h 28

I Crush BBQ Show Ep64 - Heritage BBQ InvitationalWelcome to the I Crush Barbecue Show, I'm your Host, Abe Delgado In this episode I take you back to the Heritage Craft Barbecue Invitational which was a celebration of their 2nd year Anniversary. This event was the best BBQ event that California has ever seen. We had some of the TOP Barbecue Pitmasters from across the country. We also had the pioneers of Craft Barbecue from California and some of the up and coming beasts of Cali BBQ. If you didn't make it out, I'm sad you missed out but at least I hope to provide a ta...

2022-09-231h 06

One of Each! The Dumb & Hungry Podcast 1 - Ragtop Fern’s BBQ | One of Each! The Dumb & Hungry PodcastIn this episode we discuss underground BBQ, Lucifer, and lowriders. ----- Show Notes Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ragtopfernsbbq Eater LA - https://la.eater.com/2016/10/21/13358402/ragtop-ferns-bbq-dining-on-dime-barbecue LA Taco - https://www.lataco.com/ragtop-ferns-bbq-koreatown/ I Crush BBQ Show - https://icrushbbqshow.podbean.com/e/ep3-ragtop-fern/ This Former Mechanic Makes the Best BBQ in Los Angeles - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yq0gLRLp2c0 Lookma_imbaking - https://www.instagram.com/lookma_imbaking/ Mariscos El Tiburon...

2022-08-0933 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep63 - Smoke-A-Holics BBQIn this Episode, I chat with my buddy Derrick Walker from Smoke-A-Holics Barbecue in Fort Worth Texas. Derrick has been slanging BBQ for many years, he was doing popups before popups were cool! I dropped by during a BBQ Run I did with my dad where we hit 26 spots in about a week back in December of last year. Smoke-A-Holics was definitely one of the highlights of that trip and I was able to chat with Derrick earlier this year. With his Culinary background and homestyle cooking they coined the phrase TexSoul which is Texas Barbecue with a Soul Food t...

2022-06-1144 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep62 -Smokin Willy TIn this episode I talk to the most famous BBQ Pitmaster you may have never heard of unless you're in the BBQ Circles. He's a BBQ World Champion and this year he was part of Mexico's 3rd place finish in the World Championship on a team led by Mexico's biggest BBQ ambassador Luis Rivas. BTW, That was the best result ever by an international team at the World Championship. BBQ saved his life and this is his inspiring story. It's my pleasure to have my buddy Smokin Willy T, aka William Tischina on the show. Follow Willy T:

2022-03-1947 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep61 - Chase Colston In this episode, I chat with my buddy, the king of Parties Mr. Chase Colston. We recorded this at the end of last year and I think this is a perfect time to post since his Company Troubadour Fest just announced 3 separate shows for 2022!! We chat about how it all started, we go backstage to hear some of the cool stories and we get a bit personal. This is a story of perseverance, passion, and friendship, dreaming big and going after it. Chase is such a talented young man with a huge heart and he's helping so many folks build...

2022-03-0543 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep60 - Dayne’s Craft BarbecueWe Kick-Off Season 4 with my conversation with Dayne and Ashley Weaver of Dayne's Craft Barbecue. Stories like theirs is why I have a podcast in the first place. Although you might think of struggle and sacrifice when you hear them share their experiences, but that's not really how they felt. Their Strong belief in each other and the hard work and determination that's instilled in them made it feel like oh well it's just another day, we can work extra hours and just get through it. They were made for each other and they were made to cook great Barb...

2022-02-231h 04

I Crush BBQ Show Ep59 - Daniel VaughnIn this episode I chat with the BBQ Snob himself, Mr. Daniel Vaughn. He's the BBQ Editor at Texas Monthly and Author of The Prophets of Smoked Meat: A Journey through Texas Barbecue and Coauthor of Whole Hog BBQ: The Gospel of Carolina Barbecue. He's also the man behind the Texas Monthly Top 50 BBQ joints list and 50 honorable mentions list. We chat about both lists and dig into some of the details around the processes and methods used to construct the list. I also get to ask him some fun questions about his travels, providing feedback, uncovering hidden gems and...

2021-12-1958 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep58 - ZEF BBQIn this episode I chat with my buddy Logan Sandoval of ZEF Barbecue in Simi Valley. Logan is a Chef with extensive knowledge in the Culinary World but he's the new kid in town when it comes to Barbecue. In a short period of time, this self-taught BBQ Cook has molded his Chef experience and his cultural influences to create some incredible BBQ fusions. I was blown away when I visited him at a pop up on a residential street in Simi Valley a few months ago and apparently some big food writers are noticing him as well. This is...

2021-12-131h 07

I Crush BBQ Show Ep57 - CenTex SmokersIn this Episode I chat with Michael Johnson Jr. of Cen-Tex Smokers out of Luling Texas. Michael has Welding in his Blood and although as a kid he didn't want to follow in his dad's footsteps he's now thankful to have his Dad and his expertise by his side. With the attention to detail he puts into his craft and the customer first Mentality, Michael has brought Cen-Tex Smokers into the forefront of Pit building in a short period of time. He's built Pits for many big names in Barbecue including several of the Texas Monthly Top 50 List and he...

2021-11-3046 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep56 - A‘s BBQHi and Welcome to the I Crush Barbecue Show, I'm your host Abe Delgado. In this Episode I chat with my buddy Alan Cruz of A's Barbecue. A Native of East LA, Alan grew up with his Mexican Culture and all of the Latino Flavors that he now share's through his BBQ. He calls it East LA Chicano BBQ or East Los Soul BBQ, I just call it Delicious! With Central Texas Style BBQ at its foundation, you may be fooled by what it looks like but once you bite into it, those flavors take you to what you might...

2021-11-1645 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep55 - LaVaca BBQIn this Episode I chat with one of Texas Monthly's newest Top 50 Joints, LaVaca BBQ in Port Lavaca TX! This is a Family owned business that was built and is run by the family! I had the pleasure of meeting these fine folks at BrettFest a couple of weeks ago and I loved their story and was blown away by their Smoked Tamales. Although Lupe, Christine and Kelly have had success in BBQ, they're the new kids on the Block and they're really enjoying all of the comradery that they've experienced since the announcement! This family has figured our simp...

2021-11-051h 09

I Crush BBQ Show Ep54 - 10 SoCal Underground Joints that Crush itIn this episode, I share 10 SoCal Underground BBQ Joints that are Crushing it! I haven't ranked them and they're in no particular order they're just some of the many joints I've been to that are doing Great Things. They're pretty spread out so hopefully there is one close to you that you can check out! (If you live in SoCal of course). BBQ is booming in CA and we're still riding high on everything that has happened in the last year. We now have SLAB, Heritage BBQ, and Moo's in SoCal, and Horn is holding it down up north! I can...

2021-08-3133 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep53 - Heritage BBQ One YearWe have a Very Special show for you today, I was Live and on Location at the Heritage Barbecue One Year Anniversary when I recorded this episode. You'll feel like you're a part of the event as I walk through the crowd and chat with Owners Danny and Brenda Castillo, several happy customers and of course the Pitmasters that came in town for this amazing event. We had representation from Kansas City, Texas, CA and Monterrey Mexico so you'll hear me switch to Spanish for a moment while I chat with my buddy Luis Rivas who sends a big shou...

2021-08-141h 14

I Crush BBQ Show Ep52 - Harp BarbecueIn this episode, I talk to my good friend, Mr. Tyler Harp. Tyler has been absolutely crushing it lately with Recognition from national magazines, getting invited to cook with Hoodoo Brown at the Windy City Smokeout in Chi-Town, and having his very first Harp Barbecue Fest at his hometown of Kansas City! He's done countless Collabs and he's coming back to California to cook at the one-year anniversary of Heritage Barbecue. This will be his encore performance since he was out here for the Grand Opening. Tyler is a passionate young man with amazing talent; he's focused on putting KC b...

2021-07-2759 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep51- Sunbird BBQTune in for some exciting updates!! In this Episode I interview my buddy Bryan Bingham formerly of Bodacious BBQ on Mobberly and now proud owner of Sunbird Barbecue in Longview Texas. We recorded this show a few days before his job at Bodacious came to an abrupt end. It's funny because in our interview he says "You can Plan all you want but you never know what can happen"! This is an inspiring story of a family man that is determined to do whatever it takes to pursue his passion. Thankful for the support and motivation from his...

2021-07-2058 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep50 - Holliday's BarbecueIn this episode, I chat with Gabe and Dom of Holliday's Barbecue in San Diego California! Gabe has recently joined the Civilian life after spending 11yrs as a Navy Man and Younger Brother Dom a former Marketing Entrepreneur has Joined Gabe in their quest to spread Texas Barbecue Goodness in San Diego. I hadn't tried their food when I recorded the episode but that has changed, check out my pics on Instagram to see my visit! Gabe grew up in San Antonio and traveled all over the world while in the Navy so he's been able to capture various Fl...

2021-05-2445 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep49 - Bryan Furman BBQThis is a very special episode for me I get the great honor to Interview welcome back one of my buddies to the Barbecue Scene! Bryan Furman was on top of the Culinary world in 2019, he finished as a semi-finalist for a James Beard Award, he had just been named one of America's Best New Chefs by Food and Wine magazine and Bon Appetit dubbed him as Georgia's New King of BBQ. Just as all the stars seemed to have aligned for Bryan, it happened. During an overnight cook at his main location in the Riverside neighborhood of Atlanta, a...

2021-04-201h 17

I Crush BBQ Show Ep48 Rosie's BBQ & GrilleryOn this Episode I interview Dimitri Ioakim of Rosie's BBQ and Grillery in Northridge CA. As many folks build their clientele through popups or food trucks or trailers, Dimitri started from the other end! After being in the Restaurant industry for most of his life he decided to buy a Restaurant and he's been easing his way into the BBQ World ever since. Now he has Pit's on order from a local pit builder and friend of ours, Fatstack Smokers and he's got big plans for his BBQ Restaurant. I hope you enjoy the show! Social M...

2021-04-1253 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep47 Eliana Gutierrez of Valentina's Tex-Mex BBQIt's Great to be back hosting the I Crush BBQ Show!! In this episode, you'll meet the youngest pitmaster in the BBQ industry, oh and by the way, she's a young lady!! Perfect timing for Women's Heritage Month don't you think! She started her BBQ career at 17 and only 3 short years later she's cranking out some of the best Barbecue in the State, thanks to Valentina's owners Miguel and Modesty Vidal. To hear this young lady's passion and love for Barbecue is amazing. She's definitely one to watch. I hope you enjoy the show. Follow her on...

2021-03-1651 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep46 - Heritage Barbecue UpdateAs we continue through this pandemic there is so much uncertainty with Jobs, Bills and basic necessities. Through this darkness, glimmers of light begin to appear throughout the world with people caring and lending a hand to fellow humans in order to survive. In this Special episode I chat with my friends Danny and Brenda Castillo of Heritage Barbecue. Together with an All-Star Cast they have started a project to help those in need. We talk about how this project came to be and we catch up on their plans to open a new restaurant, their latest trip...

2020-04-081h 11

The Eat More Barbecue Podcast Abe DelgadoWelcome to Episode 89 of the podcast! Original Air Date: April 1, 2020 The Eat More Barbecue Podcast is a proud part of the Alberta Podcast Network, powered by ATB. This week’s network shoutout goes out to then ED-Conversations About The Teaching Life. Listen for honest conversations with teacher Shane Lawrence. Hear interviews with educators every week, and a monthly check-in with a roundtable of local teachers. Visit www.albertapodcastnetwork.com for links to this show and all the other great shows on the network. Be sure to visit www.seatgiant.ca for tickets to all the hottest sporting events, concerts and th...

2020-04-0143 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep45 - 1775 Texas Pit BBQIn this episode I chat with my buddies Brad and Brandon Doan of 1775 Texas Pitt BBQ in College Station Texas. Actually, everyone in Texas Calls it Bryan/College Station since both Cities are practically tied together. These country boys are some of the nicest folks you'll ever meet and they're doing some amazing things at the outskirts of this College Town. Students from Texas A&M University, Blinn College and residents from Bryan/College Station and the surrounding communities flock to this Indoor/outdoor establishment. The views of the beautiful Texas Country with Cattle grazing in the distance, the smell...

2020-03-301h 17

I Crush BBQ Show Ep44 - Man Meat BBQ Show (Mikey Kay)In this episode I chat with my buddy Mikey Kay of the Man Meat Barbecue podcast out of Chicago Ill. Last year I had the pleasure of being on his show, so I thought it was time to return the favor! Not only is he one of the biggest Barbecue Podcasters on the airwaves he’s actually a full time Barbecue guy at Fire & Smoke BBQ Company. We chat about how he got started and some memorable moments on the show & we also get into his side hustle that’s now become his full time business! You’re not going t...

2020-03-1657 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep43 - Owlbear BarbecueIn this episode I interview my buddy Karl Fallenius of OwlBear Barbecue in Denver Colorado. Karl has an incredible story that includes cutting his teeth at the legendary Franklin Barbecue, slinging barbecue in the CO Underground scene and finally opening a brick and mortar in the heart of Denver. We dive into his menu and he even gives us a recipe that is at the base of all of his proteins. He also gives us a peek into the whole Denver Barbecue Scene and share's tips on where you should go if you're ever in the area. My buddy Scott...

2020-03-091h 05

I Crush BBQ Show Ep42 - Herc's BarbecueWelcome to the I Crush Barbecue Show In our 5th Episode of the season, I chat with Adam Hernandez of Herc's Barbecue in Covina CA. Adam grew up watching his Grandfather cook Brisket and Barbacoa and he remembers the love he had for those gatherings. In a Trip to Texas in 2015 he was suddenly brought back to those days when he had his first Texas Barbecue Moment. Ever since then he's been hooked on recreating those moments for himself and his family. Although he's one of the newest popups on the Underground Scene, he's already making waves with...

2020-03-0234 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep41 - Rossler's Blue Cord Barbecue Part 2 In our 4th Episode of the season, I continue my chat with Stephen and Kristen Rossler of BlueCord Barbecue in Killeen Texas. This is the back end of a fun hour and a half interview with these two inspiring folks. We get into their plans for the future and dig into the Barbecue and their menu. We also have a little fun and talk about the good old days and a certain Sexy Leg Contest, you might be surprised about that one! They are such hard working friendly folks and it was a blast interviewing them. I hope y...

2020-02-2430 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep40 - Rossler's Blue Cord Barbecue Part 1Welcome to Season Two of the I Crush Barbecue Show!! In our 3rd Episode of the Season, I chat with my friends Kristen and Stephen Rossler of Rosslers Blue Cord Barbecue in Killeen Texas. They have an incredible story that couldn't fit into just one episode so we'll have a Part 2 Next week! In this first part we'll go into their backgrounds and where they "mostly " grew up. They're both well-traveled due to their military backgrounds, Kristen was a military brat and Stephen is in the last leg of his military service, he's due to retire later this ye...

2020-02-171h 01

I Crush BBQ Show Ep39 - Crazy Matt's Famous BBQHi and Welcome to the I Crush Barbecue Show!! We want to thank everyone that Participated in our One Year Anniversary Giveaway, you're the best!! Tune into the episode to find out who won!! In our 2nd Episode of Season two, I chat with Matt Dulin of Crazy Matt's Barbecue in Whittier California! Matt started cooking Barbecue 8 years ago when he was working as a truck Driver. He got married and started looking to do side jobs and found his love for Barbecue. A few years later after having children, Matt was looking to spend more...

2020-02-1027 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep38 - Lubbock Cooper HS BBQ TeamWELCOME TO SEASON 2!!! My first Episode of the season is an incredible story of High School Kids in Barbeque! I chatted with Ms Sarah Allen at Lubbock-Cooper High School in Lubbock Texas and some of the members of their bbq competition teams! The team is made up of an equal number of male & female students and they all share the responsibilities of preparation & execution. They are cooking on stick burners, some schools even have programs where students are building pits, more to come on that, they are cooking several proteins and making sides as well! Part of...

2020-02-0550 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep37 - Bryan GonzalesIn this Episode I chat with my buddy, Bryan Gonzalez, you might remember him from episode 11 when I interviewed him and Robert Sierra of SS Pit Crew. Since then Bryan has made a decision to move on from his full time job and his Barbecue Competition team in order to focus his attention on Barbecue Full time. No, he's not starting his own business just yet, instead he was offered an opportunity to work at one of the Top Barbecue Joints in the Country! Although it means uprooting his life in San Marcos Texas, he is extremely excited to lea...

2019-12-1628 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep36 - Pops PostIn this episode I chat with my buddy and fellow BBQ Road Warrior Josh Swope, AKA PopsPost! If you like going out to eat barbecue, chances are you've run into this guy before. He's been doing BBQ Runs before BBQ Runs were cool. He completed the 2017 Top 50 List in 7 months and has been to countless other joints in and out of Texas. A True fan of the Craft, Josh has developed great relationships with some of the top PitMasters in the business and this Sunday Dec. 8th he had his first annual PopsPost Christmas Party where some of those fr...

2019-12-0955 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep35 - Sticky Business BarbecueIn this episode I chat with Tedd Romero of Sticky Business Barbecue in Napa California. I first met Tedd and his wife Alesha at the LA Food Bowl earlier this year and recently ran into them at the Texas Monthly BBQ Festival. Tedd is a trained Executive Chef turned Pitmaster and Alesha is an Accountant. They've been popping up in Napa, Oakland and San Francisco for the past 3 years and they're excited to bring Craft Barbecue to their Local Community. They have their first Pop Up Dinner with very limited seating coming up this weekend in San Francisco. Check out t...

2019-11-1843 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep34 - Ben Sassani (BBQ Confessional)In this Episode I interview the very talented Photographer and Entrepreneur, Ben Sassani. This Family Man who got into photography to take clear pictures for his family Albums, has converted this passion into a successful career. He photographs beautiful ethnic weddings and also has a project entitled Shoot My Chef which was an Idea from a late friend of his. We chat about his photography business, his side projects and dive deep into his latest creation, BBQ Confessional which has taken the BBQ Community by storm. BBQ Confessional is a series of personal stories that are usually reserved for close...

2019-11-1159 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep33 - Recap of Tex-Mex BBQ SeriesIn this Episode I recap my Tex-Mex Barbecue Series! If you haven't been able to tune into the series, you might want to tune into this episode first so you can get a preview of what's to come. The Series consists of 8 Interviews from up and comers to world renowned BBQ Joints. You'll hear their journey and you'll get to know them a little better too. Please follow them and let them know you heard their story!! Keep Crushing that Que!!! Social media: IG - @eddieosbbq Facebook - Eddie O's BBQ Eddie...

2019-10-3025 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep32 - Valentina's Tex-Mex BBQFor the past 8 weeks I've interviewed some of the best Tex-Mex Barbecue joint's for our #TexMexBBQSeries. This week's episode will conclude our Series and we are definitely ending with a Bang!! In our Final episode of the series I chat with the OG of Tex-Mex BBQ, Miguel Vidal of Valentina's Tex-Mex Barbecue. This is easily one of my favorite interviews since I started the podcast. I'd never heard of a Tex-Mex Barbecue joint until I ran across Valentina's a few years back. The Smell of Mesquite, the fluffy tortillas, the Beans, the fresh Salsa, the smashed avocado with salt, the...

2019-10-1459 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep31 - 2M SmokehouseFor our 7th installment of our #Texmexbbqseries , I chat with Esaul Ramos of 2M Barbecue and Catering in San Antonio Texas. From the first time I met Esaul, we hit it off and became good friends. We often text each other on weekends when there is a good UFC fight Card and any time I'm in or around San Antonio you can always find me there. 2M's story is one filled with Grit, Determination and overflowing with passion, walking into the building you can see the results of their blood sweat and tears. They literally put this restaurant together with...

2019-10-0743 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep30 - The Taste of Texas Tex-Mex BBQFor our 6th installment of our #Texmexbbqseries , I chat with Tony Salazar of The Taste of Texas Tex Mex BBQ in Beaumont TX. Tony Tone AKA Pork Skin has been cooking since he was 16 years old and in 2016 he flipped a switch and started an underground BBQ Business. This Welder by Trade is born and raised on the Gulf Coast of Texas and grew up with Cajun and Mexican cultures. Eating Gumbo with Tortillas was a way of life for him and his family and now he's bringing those influences to his dishes. Through a chance encounter he met Mic...

2019-09-3034 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep29 - Hurtado BarbecueFor our 5th installment of our #Texmexbbqseries , I chat with Brandon Hurtado of Hurtado Barbecue in Arlington Texas. Brandon is a successful Business Professional that owns a Marketing Agency in Arlington. He's born and raised in the DFW metroplex and his love for food and cooking dates back to his Grandmother and mothers cooking and his dad smoking Briskets as far back as he can remember. Although Barbecue was never in his plan he quickly got sucked in by the bug that catches many folks in the Barbecue world. He never thought it would lead to a business and why...

2019-09-2334 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep28 - Ray's Texas Smoke BarbecueFor our Fourth installment of our #Texmexbbqseries , I chat with Ray and Genesis Dominguez of Ray's Texas Smoke Barbecue of Houston Texas. Ray's has been slinging Barbecue since 2015 and he's been incorporating dishes from his Mexican Roots into his menu from the start. They're introducing folks to classic Mexican favorites like Tortas, Chicharones preparados, Pepinos con chile, Paletas de pepino con chile and even an agua mineral preparada. They were a participant at the inaugural Tex-Mex Block Party hosted by Houston Barbecue and they handed out an incredible sausage called Chingadera Sausage and some carnitas tossed in Salsa Verde. This...

2019-09-1635 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep27 - JQ's Tex-Mex BBQFor our third installment of our #Texmexbbqseries , I chat with Joseph Quellar of JQ's Tex-Mex BBQ in Houston Texas. JQ's is an Underground Tex-Mex BBQ joint that's slinging BBQ at popups and at several other events and collaborations. He's researched the history of Tex-Mex cuisine and he prides himself on keeping those traditions alive. Although he cooks some great Central Texas Style Barbecue, he likes to think of himself as a Tex-Mex Joint first, I don't blame him with some of the incredible dishes that he's throwing down. We chat about his creative Menu which includes items like Fresh Made Ch...

2019-09-0946 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep26 - El Sancho BBQFor our second installment of the Tex-Mex Barbecue Series I chat with Danny Sanchez of El Sancho Barbecue in Mission Texas. This story will touch your heart and make you want to take a trip to Mission to go try this man's food. Danny started this side hustle out of necessity and it quickly became a passion for him. He's a family man that believes that God has a plan for him and his family has always been there to help him along the way. Living in the Rio Grande Valley near the Texas Border, allows him to get really...

2019-09-0339 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep25- Eddie O's BBQWelcome to the Tex-Mex BBQ Series! Tex-Mex BBQ is booming right now, over the next few weeks I'll be bringing you the stories of some of the up and coming Tex-Mex BBQ folks around! First up on the Tex-Mex Barbecue Series is Eduardo Ortiz from Eddie O's Texas Barbecue. This is an inspiring story of a young man with determination and passion for work, entrepreneurship and Family. Eddie started his BBQ career like many others, doing popups whenever he had some extra time and setting up wherever he could find an opportunity. Although he's had suc...

2019-08-2648 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep24- Pitforks and Smokerings BBQIn this Episode I chat with Isaac and Ashley Arellano of Pitforks and Smokerings Barbecue in Slaton Texas. They're celebrating their two year Anniversary on Saturday August 17th & they have a big Raffle benefiting the Weekend Snack Sack Program in Slaton an organization that provides weekend food for kiddos. In our Interview we talk about how they've built their business with help of their family and their community. There are so many touching examples of the Small Town bond and the BBQ family coming together. We also talk about a visit from Daniel Vaughn and making Texas Monthly's best bites...

2019-08-1255 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep23- Zardrell McNight of Z's Craft BarbecueIn this Episode I interview Zardrell McNight of Z's Craft Barbecue in Grundy County Iowa. Originally from Richmond Virginia this young man started cooking barbecue at an early age and After having aha moment at ZZQ Barbecue in Richmond Virginia, he decided to start chasing his dream of starting a Texas Style Barbecue business. He prides himself in cooking with 100% Wood on a traditional 1000 gallon offset smoker and he has another Pit on order with a popular Pit Builder in Austin Texas. Although he's currently focused on Popups and caterings he has big plans for the future. I hope you...

2019-08-0544 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep22 -Daniel Weinstock - Maple Block Meat Co.In this Episode I sit with Daniel Weinstock of Maple Block Meat Co in Culver City California. I first Met Daniel at his beautiful restaurant for a Dinner he was hosting with Author and Chopped Champion Ed Randolph. They had an incredible feast for a lucky group of BBQ fanatics like myself, it was definitely a memorable night. Maple Block has been open for 4 yrs now and business is booming. I dropped in during Lunch Time and the flow of the lunch crowd was smooth and fast paced. Daniel discovered his love for the Culinary World at a very early...

2019-07-3059 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep21 - 20 Show RecapFor this Episode, I decided to do a Recap of our first 20 Shows. For those of you that have just discovered the show or if you've fallen behind or are skipping around and want a little synopsis of the episodes, this show is for you! BTW, I just introduced our new Logo and I'm shipping out new stickers to our fans so be sure to send me your address to get on the list! Thanks for tuning into the I Crush Barbecue Show! Remember, if you like the show, please subscribe, leave us a co...

2019-07-2244 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep20 - Smokey Jones BBQIn this Episode I interview Russ Winer of Smokey Jones Barbecue out of Culver City California. Russ a Transplant from Upstate New York and his Wife Vivian a native of California, have been slinging some Barbecue from their own driveway for just over a year, but Russ has been cooking for quite some time. He cooks low and slow on an offset smoker and also mixes it up on the Santa Maria Grill. Although they're currently focused on catering and their home popups, they have big plans for the future with a new Pit from a builder in Texas! Hmm...

2019-07-0137 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep19 - Magillas BBQIn this Episode, I interview Jeff and Christine Fitchett of Magillas Barbecue. Owners, Jeff an Ex- Marine Corp Sargent and his wife Christine started on this journey about three years ago. A simple fundraiser for one of their kids turned into an idea for a business. They Pride themselves in providing the best quality with the best service, their motto is " it's not the smoke, it's not the rub, it's everything done right". Like many others in Southern California, they've had to overcome some obstacles in order to get the right licensing but on the day of this interview they'd...

2019-06-2442 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep18 - Meathead BBQ - Logan CahoonIn this Episode I interview Logan Cahoon of Meathead Barbecue. Logan is part of the BBQ Movement that's taken over southern California. He's a hustler like so many others in the biz and his journey began on the streets of Venice. A transplant from Florida that's earned his Angelinian stripes after living here for 10yrs, he's taken influences from different parts of the country and infused them into his Barbecue. Logan is cooking with high quality meats and is always looking to improve his craft. He's a big dude with Big Dreams, tune in to hear the story of how th...

2019-06-1732 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep17 - Foundry Barbecue - Grant MasonBarbecue in California is Booming, I'm lucky to have moved here to witness this exciting era. The Underground scene is part of the DNA here, you can find all types of foods, fruits and deserts and even Drinks in underground settings. This has definitely contributed to the Barbecue explosion that we're seeing in SoCal. Over the next few weeks I'll be introducing you to some really cool popups that you might not have heard of yet but you will! Some of these folks are catering and cooking in their backyards and others are doing popups at breweries, Farmers markets and...

2019-06-1035 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep16- Rejino Barbecue In this episode I chat with Aaron Rejino of Rejino Barbecue, located in Olton Texas. This was my first phone interview and the audio didn't come out great, I have some work to do with regards to virtual interviews. I recorded this episode a few weeks back, they'd just been named a Top 25 New BBQ Joint by Texas Monthly. We talk about how this Husband and Wife team started Rejino's and how their family has played a huge part in their success. We also chat about how they can keep a small town of just 2100 population excited about...

2019-05-2856 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep15 - All-Star BBQ at LA Food BowlIn this Episode I take you with me to the LA food Bowl All-Star BBQ Event which happened Sunday May 12th. LA Food Bowl is a Food Festival that has hundreds of events all around LA with a mix of local and world famous chefs, it lasts 31 days and starts on May 1st. I wasn’t going to take my recorder because I didn’t want to bother any of the Pitmasters who were going to be busy serving... in the end I brought it along to interview some of the local fans & get their reactions. It turned out to be...

2019-05-201h 07

I Crush BBQ Show Ep14 - Jav's BBQIn this Episode I sit down with Javier Gomez of Jav's Barbecue in Anaheim California. Like most folks in the BBQ industry, Javier started as a Backyard Warrior cooking for his friends and family. Earlier this year he celebrated his one year Anniversary in a brick and mortar location. Although he's still not as well-known as some of the big names in SoCal, his business continues to grow. There may even be a second location in the works but you didn't hear that from me! I hope you enjoy this episode, this is Jav's Barbecue. Follo...

2019-05-0640 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep13 - FatStack Smokers - Eric WechIn this Episode, I sit down with Eric Wech of FatStack Smokers, One of the premier Pit Builders in the County. They've played a critical role in the Barbecue boom that California has been experiencing over the past few years. Their customers include Trudy's Underground Barbecue, Moos Craft Barbecue, The Barbacoa Boyz, the Offset BBQ, Beer Run BBQ, Flatpoint Barbecue and many many more. Eric is an artist with a welders torch, this ex-Welding instructor is putting out some incredible pits and is always looking for ways to innovate. During my visit I was lucky enough to see a Hybri...

2019-04-291h 08

I Crush BBQ Show Ep12 - Black Cat BBQ's Phil MartinIn this Episode I sit down with Phil Martin of Black Cat Barbecue in Beverly Hills California. I was pumped to visit Phil at his popup at the Beverly Hills Farmers Market earlier this year. I didn't know what to expect since my connection with Beverly Hills had only been through Hollywood, you know that Scene with Julia Roberts walking down Rodeo Drive, all the fancy stores, restaurants and Cool Cars. I was comforted to see that Phil was slinging some Damn good Barbecue. We chat about how he got started in and how he feeds some famous patrons, includ...

2019-04-2242 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep11 - SS Pit Crew's Robert Sierra & Bryan GonzalesIn this Episode I sit down with Robert Sierra and Bryan Gonzales of SS PIT CREW. This Competition BBQ Team has been traveling and winning competitions around the state for many years. Robert Sierra founded the team in the early 2000’s and since then he’s become one of the most recognized faces in Barbecue. Bryan joined the team a few years later & they’ve been a team ever since. On their off time you can find them at festivals, events & supporting BBQ joints all over the state!! Special thanks to Michael & Asenette Hernandez at Hays’s County BBQ for allo...

2019-04-1548 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep10 - Robert Jacob LermaIn this Episode I sit down with Robert Jacob Lerma, one of the top Barbecue Photographers in the Country. Robert has traveled the world with Legendary pit masters, he's also visited the most Obscure joints in small town America & everything in between. Although he has an extremely busy schedule which requires a great deal of travel with his photography, it's actually not his primary employment! I met this Family Man & Father of 3 at his house in Bee Cave Texas Outside of Austin where we sat in his back yard with a nice bottle of Whiskey and Cigars. His rags to ri...

2019-04-081h 03

I Crush BBQ Show Ep9 - Breaking News RJL- April FoolsUnfortunately this was an April Fools Joke :) Breaking News I’m sitting with Robert Jacob Lerna who just inked a deal with some big Austin investors to open his very own BBQ joint! The concept of the joint is like no other. It will simply be named RJL Barbecue and will be located in Bee Cave Texas outside of Austin. The Saturday only joint will feature alternating pit masters from across the country. You can expect names like Sam Jones, Bryan Furman, Aaron Franklin, Rodney Scott, Andrew Munoz, Matt Horn, Leonard Botello IV, walter jetton am...

2019-04-0200 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep8 - Smokefest 2In this episode I walk you through Smokefest 2, an event organized by Dustin Bartz of Bartz BBQ. Smokefest2 was held at LA Aleworks in Hawthorne and it featured 4 of the top Popups in SoCal including Meathead BBQ, The Barbacoa Boyz, Kelly’s BBQ & of course Bartz BBQ. The menus were insanely packed with signature dishes and sides which included Wagyu & Prime Briskets, made from scratch sausages & delicious sides, beef ribs, pork ribs & there was even a donut truck for your sweet tooth! I interviewed the pit masters the fans the critics, the bloggers and even a Texas BBQ JOINT na...

2019-03-2540 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep7 Harper BarbecueIn this Episode, I sit down with Drew Brahs and Bryant Stephens of Harper Barbecue. These guys are based in Orange County and they're quietly putting out some of the baddest BBQ Pit's around. They make backyard models, large covered commercial trailers and pretty much anything your imagination can come up with. I didn't realize there were country folk in California until I sat down with these fellas who are all about hunting and fishing & their office had all the equipment to prove it! It was a chilly morning and I was shivering until we hit an open bottle of Ma...

2019-03-1844 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep6 Heritage BarbecueIn this Episode I sit down with Danny and Brenda Castillo of Heritage Barbecue in Orange County. They are probably the most underrated BBQ Joint in California. Although they bring the long lines and sell out every time they cook, they're not as recognized as some of the other big names. This doesn't hold them back from putting out some of the Best Barbecue in the State! Danny is an artist at heart and he immerses himself in his work. He is passionate and is always looking for ways to improve and innovate. Brenda aides in the preparation and creati...

2019-03-111h 12

I Crush BBQ Show Ep5 Moo's Craft BarbecueIn this Episode I interview Andrew and Michelle Munoz of Moos Craft Barbecue in East LA. Moo's is one of the Premier Central Texas Style Barbecue Joints in the State of California. They began slinging Barbecue in early 2017 and in a short period of time they've been able to create a tremendous following growing their Instagram to over 20K followers and consistently selling out. They've been featured on Man Fire Food with Roger Mooking, Eater LA, most recently Food and Wine and many other articles. Their love of BBQ stemmed from trips to Texas, where they've been to research an...

2019-03-041h 09

I Crush BBQ Show E4 Bartz BarbecueIn this Episode I Interview Dustin Bartz of Bartz Barbecue. Bartz is a one man show based in the South Bay of Southern California. He was inspired to cook Texas Barbecue, when he moved to Austin for a short while in the early 2000's. He's a very passionate and talented individual that pushes himself to extremes, sometimes having up to 5 events in one week! He uses the highest quality meats and is one of the few that smokes all of his meats onsite. He makes his own sausages from scratch along with all of the tasty sides. I have to a...

2019-02-2544 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep3 Ragtop FernIn this Episode I interview someone you may not have heard of outside of California. He is truly one of the Pioneers of the Southern California Underground BBQ Scene. Fernando Carrillo, better known as Ragtop Fern, is Born and Raised in Historic Filipino-town in Los Angeles. For years, He's been serving up some Amazing Barbecue from his doorstep in his beloved neighborhood. Although he's been featured on a few articles, has had opportunities and offers to grow his business, he chooses to stay small and fly under the Radar. This Low-Rider enthusiast and longtime UPS driver is as humble as the...

2019-02-1837 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep2 Embers BarbecueIn this Episode I interview Andrew and Jewel Hill of Embers Barbecue in Lubbock Texas. I actually recorded this at Evie Mae's in Wolfforth TX during my Christmas Break in December of 2018. I apologize for the sound in advance, it was only my 2nd interview. This is the story of a Small town Barbecue Joint that has persevered through some tough times. Their Motto is True Texas Grit and they definitely live by that daily. Their story will inspire you to never give up and if you're like me you'll want to give them a big hug by the end o...

2019-02-1148 min

I Crush BBQ Show Ep1 - The Shed MarketThe Shed Market This is an amazing story of an old legendary BBQ joint that is revived by a Grandson and his family. They've kept many of the of the old recipes as a foundation and they've also added a few new interesting touches. They've been selling out since day one and they attribute their success to their Faith above all. I hope you Enjoy it! Music Credit: Audionautix, Dirt Road Traveler

2019-02-0344 min