Smoked BBQ Bologna, Tomato Season & Homemade Pickles

This week on the HowToBBQRight Podcast, we're switching things up at the office and sipping on Luzianne Unsweet Tea for a change (00:00). Our Community Playlist Giveaway has officially wrapped up, and y'all submitted some absolute wildcards this time around (04:09). Malcom had a great Father's Day and got a brand-new wok to break in (09:22). Looking for the best squash side dish? Here's how to take fresh squash to the next level (16:36). Malcom loves a good tomato pie, but this unique tomato pie recipe is a little different from the classic version (22:33). Mark Williams brought us fresh cucumbers, so Malcom made homemade pickles—and they turned out absolutely delicious (25:50). Want to make the perfect BBQ bologna? Here's our step-by-step guide to smoking a bologna chub (33:48). Food Network is launching a brand-new show called Pitmasters, featuring several incredible BBQ cooks we know (40:30). Need an easy meal for a guys' trip? Here's how to impress everyone with an amazing cook in under 3 hours (45:09). How many times can you reuse charcoal before it's time to throw it out? (47:50) Butter-injected baked potatoes might be the ultimate baked potato upgrade—here's why you need to try them (49:50). Should you buy a vertical or horizontal pellet grill? We break down the pros and cons (52:16). Love gyros? Cooking gyro meat taco-style on the flat top might be the best way to enjoy them, of course with a little Blue Plate tzatziki sauce on the side (56:10).  

This week on the HowToBBQRight Podcast, looking for the perfect tea for your next cookout? Luzianne Tea has you covered (00:00)! Y'all are really getting into our second round of the BBQ Playlist Contest (00:43). If you heard about a restaurant called Wok Star, BBQ probably wouldn't be the first thing you'd expect to find on the menu (06:34). Malcom's video teaching Guga how to cook the perfect picanha is finally out, and y'all are loving it (10:15). Father's Day is coming up this weekend, and Malcom's plan is to do absolutely nothing (15:50). Grilling at a condo? Here's how to make food cooked on a shared grill taste even better than what comes off your grill at home (20:28). JBS is shutting down several beef processing facilities, and cattle prices don't appear to be improving anytime soon (23:50). Y'all know we love desserts around here, so these viral Banana Pudding Brownies are definitely next on our must-try list (26:43)! Everyone wraps their pork butts, but what about finishing one in a Dutch oven (29:00)? Michael shared a recipe for Jalapeño Cheddar Stuffed Meatballs, and they looked absolutely incredible (31:15). If you've frozen jalapeños for jalapeño poppers, can you put them straight on the grill from frozen (32:30)? There are plenty of ways to cook ribs, but is it worth wrapping them in parchment paper before foil to finish them off (35:40)? Pulled pork takes Poutine to a whole new level… only thing missing was some good old Blue Plate Mayo (38:40)! We've had baked beans every way imaginable, but adding pineapple to them is a first for us (42:30).

This week on the HowToBBQRight Podcast, looking for the perfect tea for your next cookout? Luzianne Tea has you covered (00:00)! Ole Miss is absolutely dominating college baseball right now, and we break down their incredible run (00:45). If you missed our community playlist competition in the past, here's another chance to win some awesome prizes (04:30)! Shoutout to Peg Leg Porker for sending us a killer bottle of bourbon (06:40)! We catered the Rolling Thunder Charity Event last week, and it was an absolute blast from start to finish (09:00). Y'all know Malcom has always been a big fan of American Skins pork rinds, but he's got a brand-new favorite hookup to share (13:44). Malcom reveals his go-to method for making the best bacon for breakfast every time (18:04). We've never met a bad hot dog, but Tyler somehow managed to find one this past weekend: maybe some good old Blue Plate Mayo could have saved it (23:43)... Chefs across America have ranked the best hot sauces of 2026, and we're sharing our thoughts on the list (27:34). Walmart has started rolling out Copa Cut steaks, and we're on a mission to track them down and give them a try (31:50)! Planning a nacho bar? We discuss the best meat options for building the ultimate plate of loaded nachos (35:23). If you're using the snake method for smoking ribs, how much wood is too much wood (39:37)? We're gearing up to catch the Dierks Bentley Band this weekend, so be sure to keep an eye out for us (44:05)!  

This week on the HowToBBQRight Podcast, looking for the perfect tea for your next cookout? Luzianne Tea has you covered (00:00). Malcom finally made it into the BBQ Hall of Fame (00:52)! Kevin from The Butcher Shoppe made a big business decision (03:20). A few weeks ago, Malcom cooked up some BBQ pork tenderloins, and they turned out incredible (04:48). Plus, he shares his delicious White Sauce Coleslaw recipe that pairs perfectly with any BBQ meal (14:46). You've probably had Luzianne Tea before, but you've never tried a Luzianne Peach Palmer (16:20)! Tyler and Malcom took a trip to Miami to film with Guga, and it was an absolute blast (20:12). Miami is known for its amazing food, and while the sandwiches were great, they definitely could have used some Blue Plate Mayo (26:06). By now, you've probably seen the Hot Dog video on Guga's channel, and it was definitely an interesting experience (31:00). Malcom has eaten at plenty of steakhouses, but none of them come close to El Toro Loco (36:15). Apocalypse BBQ might just be the best BBQ restaurant in Miami—if not all of Florida (47:30). Guga managed to change Malcom's mind about sous vide cooking, and it may be the best way to cook chicken (56:00). Inspired by the trip to Miami, Malcom created his own version of a Brazilian-style charcuterie board (1:01:56).   

This week on the HowToBBQRight Podcast, looking for the perfect tea for your next cookout? Luzianne Tea has you covered (00:10). We're on location in Miami hanging out with our good friend Guga Foods (00:33)! Our first day in Miami was absolutely beautiful, and we had a blast exploring Calle Ocho (01:52)! We are heading over to El Toro Loco Steakhouse to check out some of the most premium meats at great prices (05:15), and Guga shares his favorite dishes on the menu (08:01). Malcom also stopped by The Better Taco in Calle Ocho, where he got to try some of the best tacos in Miami (10:15)! Is this the best BBQ restaurant in Florida (13:28)? What is Malcom's all-time favorite thing to cook in the BBQ world (15:55)? How big is the pork BBQ scene in Miami (20:20)? Malcom and Guga discuss their favorite mayonnaise, and why Malcom believes it should be Blue Plate Mayo (21:45). Guga shares his go-to local Miami dish (24:40), along with the most overhyped food trends in the city (25:45). Everyone knows how Malcom feels about sous vide cooking, but Guga may have completely changed his mind (27:50). Which foods benefit the most from sous vide cooking (31:19)? Finally, Guga shares his insider tips for getting the most out of your sous vide setup (36:00).  

This week on the HowToBBQRight Podcast, looking for the perfect tea for your next cookout? Luzianne Tea has you covered (00:00). It's been smelling like fresh popcorn around the office ever since Malcom got a brand-new popcorn machine (00:52). Last week, we held our inner-office "Retro Dessert" competition, and this Baked Alaska recipe won it all (06:01). We talked about pizza being the ultimate leftover food last week, and y'all shared some of your favorite leftovers (08:50). Malcom took me to The Parish for Mother's Day, and it might've been some of the best lobster we've ever had (13:40). What's the most popular fish served in restaurants today (17:55)? Malcom's been whipping up some killer shrimp cocktails lately, and if you want to recreate them at home, make sure to grab some Blue Plate Mayonnaise (22:23). We're heading back down to Venice, Louisiana, for the fishing tournament, so keep an eye out for us (36:11). If you're cooking snapper, never throw away the throats—they're too good to waste (38:14). Crawfish season is starting to wind down, but we're cooking a huge batch of crawfish this weekend in Arkansas (45:25). Restaurants love using sous vide for fish, but there are so many better ways to cook it (47:25). If you're cooking a Wagyu brisket, should you prepare it the night before or the morning of the event (53:00)? Finally, Malcom shares his method for cooking up some killer beef shanks (56:30).   

This week on the HowToBBQRight Podcast, looking for the perfect tea for your next cookout? Luzianne Tea has you covered (00:10). BBQ Month has officially kicked off (00:40)! Our giveaway has come to a close, and shout out to Derrick for winning it (03:48). Malcom has been nominated for the BBQ Hall of Fame again this year, and he's staying humble about it (04:30). To kick off BBQ season, Malcom cooked ribs and pulled pork that were absolutely out of this world (06:50), and while preparing for our retro dessert contest, he tried his hand at an old-fashioned coconut cake (18:30). Is pizza the best leftover food of all time (24:00)? Beef prices have been outrageous this year, but don't worry because the Justice Department is on the case (31:25). If you're looking to level up your pork butt game, here are Malcom's top tips for getting the most out of your meat (33:28). Got a whole hog you need to cook? Here's how to make sure the ham and shoulders finish perfectly without scorching the rest of the pig (41:20). What cheap foods are people bringing to the BBQ (51:00), and if you're bringing the french onion dip, make sure to choose Blue Plate (55:53)!  When it comes to tri-tip vs. picanha, what's the real difference (55:53)? If your cooker gauges are showing two different temperatures, here's what to do (58:21). Got three probes giving you different readings? Here's which one you should trust (1:04:05).   

This week on the HowToBBQRight Podcast, with summer right around the corner, it sure is cold down here (00:17)! Shoutout to Jessie from Avocados on Demand for the huge order of avocados (04:44). I whipped up the viral Crunchwrap Supreme casserole for dinner this week, and it was killer (12:01)! Y'all have had Wagyu burgers before, but what about Wagyu hot dogs (15:03)? I made a strawberry crunch bar this week, and it might be the best dessert I've ever made (23:51). We drove all the way to Nashville to try out the new BBQ menu at Shake Shack, and it was a feast (26:35). If you're smoking a bone-in pork loin, here's how to get it done (36:05). Got some thicker strip steaks? Reverse sear them to perfection (40:11). Luzianne Tea is now the official tea of the HowToBBQRight Podcast (43:17)! Ben from Krack's Country Cookin whipped up a white sauce cucumber salad, and we might have to recreate it (44:28). Finally, we're gearing up to cook BBQ for over 300 people at the Palmer Home (45:56)!

This week on the HowToBBQRight Podcast, we're kicking off a brand-new summer giveaway you won't want to miss (00:22). Malcom cooked up some incredible coppa cut pork chops this week, and they turned out amazing (05:00). Outlaw built a brand-new drum smoker, and it's a total game changer for backyard BBQ (13:28). Malcom also traveled back to Texas, where he prepared some mouthwatering dishes (23:28), including what might be the best bratwurst ever (32:46). Chef Michael Hunter showed Malcom a new favorite method for cooking wild turkey that you have to try (40:28). HEB stands out as one of the best grocery stores you can visit (48:00). If you ever have the chance to visit Cooper's BBQ, it's definitely worth the stop (49:54). Malcom made flavorful beans in the Ninja Foodi, and they turned out perfectly (53:00). Should you remove the membrane before marinating your ribs for better flavor (54:30)? When frying wings, what's the best time to season them for maximum taste (57:18)? Finally, learn how to make a smoked Black and Bleu tenderloin that rivals your favorite steakhouse ribeye (59:00).

This week on the HowToBBQRight Podcast, we're joined by Kevin and Leslie from Big K's Que and Cookin' with Babe (00:22)! How many videos per week are Kevin and Leslie averaging (01:30)? Have y'all ever heard of banana pudding nachos before (03:15)? Kevin's first viral video started as a simple bacon-wrapped onion ring and turned into a huge following (05:40)! What are some of Kevin and Leslie's most popular videos of all time (09:00), and what are their favorite recipes (12:45)? When the cameras aren't rolling, what's being cooked for dinner (18:11)? If Kevin and Leslie are cooking to impress, what is their go-to dish for an event (21:11)? Kevin whipped up a "Redneck Taco" this week, and it was dang good (24:00)! Leslie shares her cucumber salad recipe that you've got to try (29:00). Malcom also whipped up a white chocolate bread pudding (30:00) and a smokehouse burger (32:20)! If you're looking for a classic peach cobbler recipe, Leslie has you covered (38:12). We've often talked about putting together a cookbook, and Leslie shares insight into the challenges of making one (41:00). If you were to make one recipe from Leslie's cookbook, this should be it (46:28). What events do Leslie and Kevin have coming up on the horizon (47:52)?