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Let’s Talk Dirty!

Let’s Talk Dirty!

How to Prep for BBQ Season Today Johnny and Greg talk dirty…………. dirty Grills and Smokers that is. They give all their best tips for getting your BBQ and Smokers ready for BBQ season.   #PitLifeBBQ #UnitedPodcastNetwork #Studio21PodcastCafe   Follow Us On: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8kAoIunRV1MrSOCNQgJs8w Face Book: https://www.facebook.com/PitLifeBBQ   Join us at the BBQ Pit. The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH. Every Tuesday  @ 5pm.
51:2402/03/2021
Brisket Ice Cream?

Brisket Ice Cream?

I Scream, you scream, We all scream for.... BRISKET ICE CREAM?!?! Today Johnny and Greg are joined by their good friend Cmac (Craig McPherson) from Blackstone Boys & Cmac's Backyard BBQ to sample and discuss his amazing new creation ........ Burnt End Brisket Ice-Cream   Can MEAT taste great in Ice Cream? How do you balance the flovors? Are there more crazy flavors to come?   Follow Us On: TouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8kAoIunRV1MrSOCNQgJs8w Face Book: https://www.facebook.com/PitLifeBBQ
45:0423/02/2021
Smokers and Practical Jokes

Smokers and Practical Jokes

On todays show Johnny and Greg are joined by Ryan Newland from Backline Fabrication  They talk smokers, Johnnys fire box, Ryan fields some questions from the audience AND the guys play a little joke on Ryan.
47:1716/02/2021
Post Super Bowl Wood

Post Super Bowl Wood

On todays show Greg and Johnny discuss their Super Bowl Cooks for this year AND how Johnny single handedly keeps his family alive during winter.
42:2309/02/2021
Talking BBQ & Blackstone with the Hungry Hussey

Talking BBQ & Blackstone with the Hungry Hussey

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax, and give us a listen. This week, Johnny and Greg are joined by Matt Hussey, The Hungry Hussey. Matt and the guys talk about Matt's journey through BBQ in North Carolina and his love of the blackstone and the Big Green Egg. You'll also hear some exclusive phrases from the Hungry Hussey. Visit: unclestevesshake.com The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
52:5802/02/2021
Shake this Sh*t on everything!

Shake this Sh*t on everything!

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax, and give us a listen. This week, Johnny and Greg are joined by Uncle Steve from Uncle Steve's Shake. The guys talk about the amazing line of shakes from Uncle Steve and which food each shake pairs best with. Visit: unclestevesshake.com The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
49:5426/01/2021
B&B Charcoal in the house!

B&B Charcoal in the house!

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax, and give us a listen. This week, Johnny and Greg are joined by Ed Reilly from B&B Charcoal. Ed drops serious knowledge on the guys about charcoal, the history of BBQ, and what are the next steps for B&B. Visit: bbfueltalk.com The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
48:5319/01/2021
Taking your backyard BBQ to a championship level

Taking your backyard BBQ to a championship level

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax, and give us a listen. This week, Johnny and Greg are joined by champion BBQer Mike Steele to talk about his journey from racecar driver to champion BBQer. The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
52:2212/01/2021
BBQ Tips with a 2X BBQ World Champion

BBQ Tips with a 2X BBQ World Champion

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax, and give us a listen. This week, Johnny and Greg are joined by 2 time BBQ World Champion, David Bouska. The guys will talk about some of the tips you need to know to become a champion yourself. The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
52:0005/01/2021
The Big Beef Showdown

The Big Beef Showdown

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax, and give us a listen. This week, Johnny and Greg have another challenge. This time, we’ll find out who can eat a roast beef sandwich the fastest. Will Greg redeem himself after the eggnog defeat? Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
46:3629/12/2020
Celebrating a BBQ Christmas with an Eggnog challenge

Celebrating a BBQ Christmas with an Eggnog challenge

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax, and give us a listen. This week, Johnny and Greg get ready for Christmas by talking about some of their Christmas dinner traditions. Johnnie and Greg settle the Eggnog score. Visit BBQBuddha.com and use promo code "PitLife15" The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
44:0522/12/2020
Gifts of Christmas past

Gifts of Christmas past

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax, and give us a listen. This week, Johnny and Greg revisit Christmas presents of their childhood and talk about what is on their BBQ Christmas wish list this year. Visit BBQBuddha.com and use promo code "PitLife15" The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
47:0215/12/2020
The BBQ Brotherhood with James Pavia

The BBQ Brotherhood with James Pavia

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax, and give us a listen. This week, Johnny and Greg are joined by James Pavia to talk about Texas BBQ's brotherhood, BBQ competitions, and the all important technique, equipment, and ingredients. Visit BBQBuddha.com and use promo code "PitLife15" The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
51:3008/12/2020
Getting Ready for a BBQ Christmas with the BBQ Buddha

Getting Ready for a BBQ Christmas with the BBQ Buddha

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax, and give us a listen. This week, Johnny is joined by Ray Sheehan, the BBQ Buddha, to talk about his sauces and rubs and his amazing deal for Pit Life listeners. Visit BBQBuddha.com and use promo code "PitLife15" The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
51:1901/12/2020
Celebrating a PIT LIFE BBQ Thanksgiving

Celebrating a PIT LIFE BBQ Thanksgiving

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax, and give us a listen. This week, Johnny and Greg preview their Thanksgiving Turkey's or lack their of. Johnny will detail how he will cook his Turkey and Greg will preview which meat will be on his table for Thanksgiving. The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
47:0424/11/2020
The Pit Life challenge series rolls on

The Pit Life challenge series rolls on

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax, and give us a listen. This week, Johnny and Greg review the deadly brisket challenge and come up with some new Pit Life challenges. The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
47:3617/11/2020
Deadly Brisket Challenge!

Deadly Brisket Challenge!

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax, and give us a listen. This week, Johnny and Greg are at the Smokehaus in Amherst NH, and Johnny will attempt to complete the Deadly Brisket Challenge. Will he beat Greg's record? The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
44:5110/11/2020
Unforgotten Heroes BBQ Festival

Unforgotten Heroes BBQ Festival

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax, and give us a listen. This week, Johnny and Greg are joined by Big Rome, Cano, and Robert Miles. The guys are talking all about their upcoming charity event. To donate: https://donorbox.org/help-our-cause-4?fbclid=IwAR1Se7cW5_GCtkxcAc2sV2eHoU_fkScc4IKiPa6LE-tFVCrfS-plTu4l7pE https://ruckupcharities.org/ The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
44:2903/11/2020
Busting the biggest Steak Myths

Busting the biggest Steak Myths

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax, and give us a listen. This week, Johnny and Greg are joined by Jon Carney from the Hacking Gourmet. The guys bust some of the longest held steak myths. The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
50:3327/10/2020
BBQing in the Dead of Winter with Jeff Rice

BBQing in the Dead of Winter with Jeff Rice

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax, and give us a listen. This week, Johnny and Greg chat with Jeff Rice from Dead Broke BBQ and they talk about BBQing in the winter and BBQing while dead broke. The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
49:4420/10/2020
BBQing with the British!

BBQing with the British!

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax, and give us a listen. This week, Johnny and Greg chat with Matt and Ryan from the BBQ Talk Show. The guys talk about the differences between BBQ in the US and UK. The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
50:2613/10/2020
Taking a visit to the Meat Church!

Taking a visit to the Meat Church!

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax, and give us a listen. This week, Johnny and Greg chat with Matt Pittman, Meat Church BBQ. Matt tells the guys how he got his start, how he came up with his rubs, how the Meat Church started, and what is next for Matt. The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
49:5806/10/2020
How to plan a BBQ birthday!

How to plan a BBQ birthday!

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax, and give us a listen. This week, Johnny and Greg plan John's birthday party, but they need to discuss what is on the menu. Join us at the BBQ Pit. The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
47:4929/09/2020
Ryan Newland is building Greg a custom smoker

Ryan Newland is building Greg a custom smoker

This week, Johnny and Greg are joined by Ryan Newland of Backline Fabrication & Smokers. Ryan details how he is building the smoker, what goes into the build, why he changed his career to build smokers, and the all important question "why the folding stack?" Pit Life BBQ is recorded live at the Studio 21 Podcast Cafe and is a proud member of the United Podcast Network.
50:3122/09/2020
Backyard BBQ Debates

Backyard BBQ Debates

This week, Johnny and the hairless cat Greg, get into some heated BBQ debates. One stick, two sticks, open smoker, closed smoker, it never ends with these two. Pit Life BBQ is recorded live at the Studio 21 Podcast Cafe and is a proud member of the United Podcast Network.
47:5115/09/2020
A tour through our BBQ minds

A tour through our BBQ minds

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGiorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax, and give us a listen. Johnny and Greg share some deep dark secrets from the back of their BBQ minds. Join us at the BBQ Pit. The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
43:3308/09/2020
Ugly Drum Smokers are Beautiful

Ugly Drum Smokers are Beautiful

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGiorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax, and give us a listen. Ugly Drum Smokers are Beautiful Johnny Mags is joined by Philip Riddick and Chef Johnny Stewart to talk about their UDS and their history with them. Join us at the BBQ Pit. The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
49:2801/09/2020
Best Tailgate Foods for Football Season

Best Tailgate Foods for Football Season

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGiorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax, and give us a listen. This week, Jonny and Greg talk about some of their favorite tailgate foods, just in time for football season. Join us at the BBQ Pit. The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
47:1325/08/2020
Johnny & Greg "Wing It"

Johnny & Greg "Wing It"

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGiorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax, and give us a listen. Join us at the BBQ Pit. The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
49:1318/08/2020
Showing off your TD’s with TD’s Brew & BBQ

Showing off your TD’s with TD’s Brew & BBQ

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax, and give us a listen. This week TD stops by to show of his TD’s Brew & BBQ. Johnnie and Greg taste each sauce and rub produced by TD’s. TD explains how each sauce and rub is made and gives away a couple of his secrets. Join us at the BBQ Pit. The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
48:2711/08/2020
The 2-year anniversary party!

The 2-year anniversary party!

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGiorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax, and give us a listen. Join us at the BBQ Pit. The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
47:4004/08/2020
How to get your catering on with Dash from Steel Drum Smokers BBQ

How to get your catering on with Dash from Steel Drum Smokers BBQ

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGiorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax, and give us a listen.   Join us at the BBQ Pit. The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
48:3228/07/2020
Mastering the Big Green Egg with Craig Tabor

Mastering the Big Green Egg with Craig Tabor

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGiorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax, and give us a listen.   Join us at the BBQ Pit. The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
44:3121/07/2020
Backyard BBQing the right way

Backyard BBQing the right way

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax and give us a listen. Join us at the BBQ Pit. The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
47:0214/07/2020
Big Rome joins the show to share his BBQ secrets

Big Rome joins the show to share his BBQ secrets

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGiorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax, and give us a listen. Follow Big Rome on YouTube: Big Rome’s BBQ Grill Masters Empire https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrAQTw2tDicqSai8NYJiHRA Follow Big Rome on Facebook: Big Rome Gallegos of the Texas BBQ Chapter Join us at the BBQ Pit. The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
48:3707/07/2020
Greg makes a new BBQ investment

Greg makes a new BBQ investment

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGiorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax, and give us a listen. Join us at the BBQ Pit. The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
30:2830/06/2020
100th Episode Spectacular with Maddie & Kiki Longo

100th Episode Spectacular with Maddie & Kiki Longo

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” Matthews discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax, and give us a listen. Maddie and Kiki Longo, Weber Certified Experts, join the show to talk about their journey into the BBQ world, how they got Weber certified, and their love of desserts from the grill. Join us at the BBQ Pit. The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
46:3623/06/2020
Injecting Pork the Right Way

Injecting Pork the Right Way

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGiorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax and give us a listen. Steve Ray joins the show live from the Owl’s Nest BBQ Shop. John and Greg detail the curveball that a “guest” threw at them Steve is very impressed with the Green Mountain Grill Steve likes his customers creating their own flavors Steve turned his passion for BBQ into a second career Steve has BBQ rules for Father’s Day Greg needs brisket, so he will never retire Steve recently bought a blackstone grill John is distraught every BBQ is getting cancelled Steve has competed in over 30 KCBS events Join us at the BBQ Pit. The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
45:3216/06/2020
The gift to get your dad for Father’s Day, WOOD

The gift to get your dad for Father’s Day, WOOD

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGiorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax, and give us a listen. The gift to get your dad for Father’s Day, WOOD Johnny Mags reveals how he made brisket this weekend Johnny Mags stuns Greg with his wrapping method Greg wants to know about Mags’s wood Why is wood so special? Why is wood fuel better than gas? How to cook to perfection with wood What are the perfect gifts for Father’s Day? Join us at the BBQ Pit. The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
43:1009/06/2020
Why you need to be obsessed with brisket

Why you need to be obsessed with brisket

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGiorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax, and give us a listen. Johnny Mags and Greg recap Ribberfest 2020 Greg is obsessed with brisket Greg reveals his recipe for pickled red onions John and Greg get honest about being obsessed with brisket If you ain’t cooking with wood, it ain’t no good Join us at the BBQ Pit. The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
45:5002/06/2020
Outlaw Cooking with Nelson from Outlaw Smokers

Outlaw Cooking with Nelson from Outlaw Smokers

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg "The BBQ Broker" DiGiorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax and give us a listen. Outlaw Cooking with Nelson from Outlaw Smokers Outlawsmokers.com What did the guys for Memorial Day Weekend? Thursday is National Brisket Day How did Nelson get started with Outlaw Smokers? Why did Nelson start to produce pellet smokers? How does Nelson’s hopper system work in cold weather? Why did Nelson go from stick burning to pellet? Fat side down or fat side up? What is the difference between Outlaw and Sawtooth? What are the rubs that Outlaw Smokers produces? Join us at the BBQ Pit. The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
45:4826/05/2020
CMac of the Blackstone Boys on Ribberfest BBQ Cookoff 2020

CMac of the Blackstone Boys on Ribberfest BBQ Cookoff 2020

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” DiGiorgio discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax, and give us a listen. CMac of the Blackstone Boys on Ribberfest BBQ Cookoff 2020 Johnny Mags broke his back moving into his new house CMac gets us ready for the 2020 RibberFest How did the Blackstone Boys come together? How did Ribberfest get started? How will Ribberfest adapt to this year? This year’s theme is Texas themed Who will be participating in this year’s Ribberfest? What will Greg cook for this year’s Ribberfest? What will Mags cook for Ribberfest? Join us at the BBQ Pit. The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
44:0519/05/2020
Cooking with an American Hero – Daddy Cooks Philip Riddick

Cooking with an American Hero – Daddy Cooks Philip Riddick

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax and give us a listen. Cooking with an American Hero – Daddy Cooks Philip Riddick Philip shares his amazing story of starting his cooking journey overseas Why did Philip start making videos on YouTube? What is NUDS and how did Philip learn about it? Where does BBQ rank for Philip? How did Philip Riddick start his own podcast? What are the 4 T’s of cooking? Join us at the BBQ Pit. The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
43:5312/05/2020
BBQ you can’t refuse with the Dawgfatha Alton Matthews

BBQ you can’t refuse with the Dawgfatha Alton Matthews

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Greg “The BBQ Broker” Matthews discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax and give us a listen. The BBQ Dawgfatha, Alton Matthews, joins the show to talk about his journey to take over the BBQ world. John welcomes Greg as the new co-host of the show Alton details how he got his start BBQing against the law Alton talks about starting his YouTube page Making friends with fellow BBQers around the globe What is “The Jug”? What is Alton cooking with at his house? What does Alton use for his catering gigs? Alton’s wife Jeanne pops by to brag about her jug strength Alton explains how he gets some extra smoke in his brisket How do you know when your brisket is fully cooked? What is Alton’s favorite and least favorite protein to cook? Join us at the BBQ Pit. The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
40:2805/05/2020
BBQing in the Northeast with George & Dave from Nor’easter Smoke & BBQ

BBQing in the Northeast with George & Dave from Nor’easter Smoke & BBQ

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax and give us a listen. BBQing in the Northeast with George and Dave from Nor’easter Smoke & BBQ Why did George and Dave decide to take their passion into being their business George and Dave have different philosophies and why that works for them Why do they smoke by hand? What did Nor’easter Smoke & BBQ get their start producing? How long is the process for refining their recipes? How much heat is too much heat in a rub? What is George and Dave’s favorite rub? Which meats match up with some of their rubs? How did they use the Northeast to inspire their rubs? What would Mike and John choose to make for themselves? What was the worst fail in creating a new rub? Check our Nor’easter Smoke & BBQ at noreasterbbq.com Join us at the BBQ Pit. The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
42:0528/04/2020
Falling in love with BBQ w/Joey Machado

Falling in love with BBQ w/Joey Machado

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax and give us a listen. Falling in love with BBQ w/Joey Machado from Blues Hog BBQ Company How did Joey get his start in the BBQ world? How did Joey build B&B? Joey details his philosophy on dealing within the industry How has the industry changed in the last decade? Why Joey doesn’t compete as much as he used to? Why did Joey leave B&B? How successful has Joey been in his latest venture? How has Joey built his brands? Joey explains his charcoal philosophy How will the current crisis change the industry? Who has the best cooks, IBCA or KCBS? Join us at the BBQ Pit. The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
44:5621/04/2020
How to cook with Award Winning BBQ Sauces w/Ray Sheehan

How to cook with Award Winning BBQ Sauces w/Ray Sheehan

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax and give us a listen. Ray Sheehan of BBQ Buddha joins the show to talk about his amazing cookbook, “Award Winning BBQ Sauces.” John and Mike detail their social distancing Easter meals Ray talks about what inspired him to write his first book What separates Ray’s book from the typical cookbooks? How much has BBQ Buddha grown since inception in 2015? What are some of the favorite sauces from the cookbook? What are some of the award-winning sauces Ray has produced? Has the audience been paying attention? Mike is surprised Ray has a sauce that makes him want to have pork chops John picks out a couple of select recipes from Ray’s book to highlight If this episode didn’t make you hungry, you weren’t listening close enough Join us at the BBQ Pit. The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
51:1114/04/2020
Cooking BBQ with the Pork Mafia

Cooking BBQ with the Pork Mafia

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax and give us a listen. Phil Wingo from Pork Mafia joins the guys around the Pit this week. You will hear all about the Pork Mafia rubs and sauces. John and Mike are going quarantine crazy How did Phil start his BBQ journey? Why did Phil transition from his tailgating business to producing rubs? How does Phil create his new rubs and sauces? How is Phil keeping his business going during this pandemic? How did Phil start teaching BBQ around the globe? What types of meat does Phil cook while overseas? What is the most popular Pork Mafia rub? What is the seasoning that Phil uses the most for personal use? Where does Phil do his BBQ teaching stateside? Will Phil extend his teaching to include online classes? What is the story behind the name “Pork Mafia”? Phil details how he goes about cooking a pig? What does Phil cook with in his backyard? Get all your favorite sauces and rubs from porkmafia.us Join us at the BBQ Pit. The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
40:3007/04/2020
Will a Tribal Fire Grill change the game?

Will a Tribal Fire Grill change the game?

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax and give us a listen. Aaron and Tripp from Tribal Fire Grills joins the show to talk about the amazing things they are doing. John heals like Wolverine How are Aaron and Tripp doing in Indiana? What kind of a grill is the Tribal Fire Grill? What is grilling in 360? How did Aaron and Tripp come up with their idea for the grill? What is an action station? Aaron and Tripp describe some of the unique ideas they have for upcoming grills. How do you season and grill their grill? Where did the idea for the grill come from? Could you hard mount this grill to a Weber? What do you get if you use a Tribal Fire at a competition? What are people cooking on their grill for the most part? Where are Aaron and Tripp setting up for events? How are the guys taking advantage of social distancing? What size grill grates are they using? Where can you purchase the Tribal Fire Grill? What is the “Game Changer”? Join us at the BBQ Pit. The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
40:3531/03/2020
Cooking Chicago BBQ with Greg and Kristina Gaardbo

Cooking Chicago BBQ with Greg and Kristina Gaardbo

Gather round the pit each week as our hosts Johnnie Mags and Messy Mike discuss all things barbecue. They will cover technique, ingredients, equipment and much more. Fire up the smoker, sit back, relax and give us a listen. Kristina and Greg Gaardbo from Chicago Culinary Kitchen and Rockin’ Rodizio How did Kristina and Greg get started? How did they get Chicago Culinary Kitchen off the ground? Greg has been doing Shockwave apparel for 30 years? Why do they only open the Kitchen on weekends? How do they keep their BBQ fresh? Greg and Kristina discuss their cooking method over live fire What is pig candy? What are Greg and Kristina cooking on in their kitchen? Why don’t they use any sauce on their meats? Why is BBQ some of the most expensive food you can buy? What makes their turkey the best in the business? What did Kristina learn from her brewing classes? What goes into their progressive dinners? Join us at the BBQ Pit. The Pit Life BBQ is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at the Studio 21 Podcast Café upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
33:1524/03/2020