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BBQandTech

BBQandTECH is an energetic dive into all facets of how technology is being used to make everyone’s favorite cookout food, Bar-B-Que. Hosted by lifelong friends, Chris Ashley and Rod Simmons who share a 15+ year tech obsession with all things smoked or grilled, BBQ and Tech will share tips, tricks, and technology to earn you the title of backyard grill master.

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Arts Food Education How To Technology
Update frequency
every 9 days
Average duration
45 minutes
Episodes
67
Years Active
2021 - 2025
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S7 E02: Top 5 Tech Gadgets on the BBQ Food Truck

S7 E02: Top 5 Tech Gadgets on the BBQ Food Truck

In this episode of BBQ and Tech, hosts Rod Simmons and Chris Ashley dive deep into the essential tech gadgets that keep the barbecue game strong. 


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00:49:39  |   Thu 06 Feb 2025
S7 E01: Safe and Effective Techniques for Reheating your BBQ

S7 E01: Safe and Effective Techniques for Reheating your BBQ

Welcome to Season 7 of the BBBQ and Tech Podcast! After a long hiatus, we're back with Episode 1, where we dive into the smoky world of barbecue and the tech behind it. I'm your host, Rod Simmons, jo…

00:48:10  |   Thu 16 Jan 2025
S6 E04: Consumer vs Commercial BBQ Tech

S6 E04: Consumer vs Commercial BBQ Tech

This week episode expands a discussion of weather it is time to consider more commercial tech for making great BBQ


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00:33:44  |   Wed 24 Jul 2024
S6 E3: Fat Side Down

S6 E3: Fat Side Down

In this week’s BBQandTECH episode, Chris delves into the switch to fat side down. Find out why he made the change and also here some of the benefits he is seeing.


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00:29:39  |   Tue 21 May 2024
New Brisket Lessons from the Food Truck

New Brisket Lessons from the Food Truck

In this week’s BBQ podcast episode, Chris delves into the challenges encountered while smoking brisket for the food truck—no surprise, there were plenty of BBQ-related hurdles!


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00:36:26  |   Tue 19 Mar 2024
BBQandTech Going Mobile

BBQandTech Going Mobile

Chris's journey from a corporate America position to launching his own food truck and catering service, BBQ and Tech, is a compelling story of resilience, passion, and the power of networking. After …

00:39:10  |   Wed 21 Feb 2024
Tips for using an OffSet BBQ Smoker with Kevin Wheeler

Tips for using an OffSet BBQ Smoker with Kevin Wheeler

Meet our special guest, seasoned BBQ Pitmaster Kevin Wheeler, who's been mastering the art of smoking on his 48-inch Lang reverse flow offset smoker for an impressive 14 years. Ahead of our first off…

00:47:12  |   Wed 06 Dec 2023
Mastering Large BBQ Smoke with 18 Racks of Ribs

Mastering Large BBQ Smoke with 18 Racks of Ribs

In this podcast episode, we tackled the formidable task of smoking 18 racks of ribs, debunking the 3-2-1 rib method as pure myth. Our first decision centered around whether to apply a dry rub to some…

00:52:37  |   Tue 28 Nov 2023
The Brisket Comeback Story

The Brisket Comeback Story

The first attempt at smoking brisket was nothing short of catastrophic, largely owing to fatigue and a series of misjudgments, alongside a problem with the ThermoWorks Signals Thermometer and tempera…

00:52:00  |   Mon 06 Nov 2023
Cost Conscious Approach to Your Next BBQ

Cost Conscious Approach to Your Next BBQ

In today's show, we've got a tasty recap of our smoked chicken and waffles adventure. Then, Chris opens up about a childhood experience that's left him averse to surprises. Following that, Rod unveil…

00:44:38  |   Wed 25 Oct 2023
Lessons from Pork Belly to Chicken and Waffles

Lessons from Pork Belly to Chicken and Waffles

In this episode, we delve into our culinary adventures, exploring the valuable lessons we've learned while experimenting with smoked pork belly in various styles and taking a closer look at the intri…

00:44:37  |   Wed 18 Oct 2023
Pork Belly Experiment Brisket vs. Burnt Ends

Pork Belly Experiment Brisket vs. Burnt Ends

Chris was shopping at Costco when he saw a delicious-looking pork belly. He decided to try making it with a new seasoning and technique, inspired by our recent conversations. He decided to treat half…

00:36:40  |   Wed 11 Oct 2023
Global Spice Adventure to Crafting Perfect Rubs

Global Spice Adventure to Crafting Perfect Rubs

This show took many twists and turns from making your own rubs, managing heat in your rub, quality mortar and pestle, and so many more topics. One of the key topics we most enjoyed is slowly sample t…

00:50:03  |   Sun 01 Oct 2023
S5 E5: Backyard Pitmaster Is Almost A Hero

S5 E5: Backyard Pitmaster Is Almost A Hero

In this episode, Chris kicks things off with a comical tale of his attempt to rescue a stranded Tesla driver—a story where the hero isn't exactly as heroic as you'd think. 


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00:42:54  |   Fri 22 Sep 2023
Smoked Chilli For Meat Lovers and Vegetarians

Smoked Chilli For Meat Lovers and Vegetarians

In today's episode, we're diving into two distinct chili variations. First, we've got a treat for all you carnivores: a chili enriched with sumptuous smoked meat.


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00:36:57  |   Fri 15 Sep 2023
Smoked Boneless Beef Short Ribs, The Mini Thors Hammer

Smoked Boneless Beef Short Ribs, The Mini Thors Hammer

A social media video inspired us to smoke beef short ribs this week. We picked up the ribs from our local butcher and removed the bones. We trimmed the meat and cleaned one of the bones.


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00:39:32  |   Fri 08 Sep 2023
Burger blends and beyond for a culinary masterpiece

Burger blends and beyond for a culinary masterpiece

 In this episode, we're diving into a rich blend of brisket, short rib, and chuck. While Chris boasts an impressive home meat grinder, we've stepped it up a notch with the mighty Cabela's 1 HP meat g…

00:44:23  |   Fri 01 Sep 2023
Smoked Meatball Experiment: Oven-Cooked vs. Direct Smoked

Smoked Meatball Experiment: Oven-Cooked vs. Direct Smoked

As we kick off Season 5 of the BBQ and Tech Podcast, Chris and Rod embark on a culinary journey with smoked meatballs, each taking a unique approach. Rod opted to begin with oven-cooking, aiming to s…

00:48:04  |   Fri 25 Aug 2023
Sizzling Smoke and Tech Talk with Marcus McNac of Crimson Creek Smokehouse

Sizzling Smoke and Tech Talk with Marcus McNac of Crimson Creek Smokehouse

This is a mouthwatering journey through the world of barbeque. Marcus has spent a lifetime perfecting the art of barbeque, starting in Lawton, Oklahoma. His experience and passion for barbeque, from …

01:05:24  |   Fri 12 May 2023
Starting a Food Truck with Bangin' BBQ Pitmaster Chris Patterson

Starting a Food Truck with Bangin' BBQ Pitmaster Chris Patterson

We have a special guest who runs a pop-up food truck. Chris Patterson is the owner of Bangin BBQ, a North Carolina-style BBQ truck where he creates his delicious BBQ dishes. For Chris, BBQ is not jus…

00:57:38  |   Fri 28 Apr 2023
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