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Ready Set BBQ Podcast

198 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago - ★★★★★ - 13 ratings

A south Texas barbecue podcast talking anything from beginning to barbecue, stories from the backyard and competition barbecue. We are a group friends from South Texas (Rio Grande Valley) who share a passion for good food, good BBQ, and good times. Besides cooking in the backyard for most of our lives, we started competing in local cook-offs sanctioned by the IBCA.

Welcome to the ultimate BBQ experience with the Ready Set BBQ Podcast, the top-rated podcast for barbecue tips, comedy, and competition barbecue in the 956! Our expert hosts Aaron and guest share their passion for the art of BBQ and offer valuable tips, techniques, and recipes to help you master the grill. From backyard grilling to competition barbecue, we cover it all. Our fun and entertaining podcast is sure to make you laugh and learn, while keeping you up-to-date on the latest trends in the world of BBQ. Join us each week as we explore the sizzling world of BBQ, only on the Ready Set BBQ podcast! Listen now and never miss a mouth-watering episode on all your favorite podcast players.

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Episodes

Ep. 59 - Podcast Madness & Slapping People

April 06, 2022 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.6 MB

0 mins  In this episode we get the gang back together as I am joined by Jaime, Johnny Deep and Hiram.  We start by talking about the NCAA tournament and our disinterest in it.  Duke fails to make the last dance for Coach K.  We then talk about WrestleMania and some wardrobe malfunctions.  Stone Cold saves the event with two appearances.   10:00 min We get into our BBQ talk as we give a recap of the Palmer Drug Abuse Program Courage to Change Cookoff.  We battled through exhaustion and the ...

Ep. 59 - Podcast Madness & Slapping People

April 06, 2022 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.6 MB

0 mins  In this episode we get the gang back together as I am joined by Jaime, Johnny Deep and Hiram.  We start by talking about the NCAA tournament and our disinterest in it.  Duke fails to make the last dance for Coach K.  We then talk about WrestleMania and some wardrobe malfunctions.  Stone Cold saves the event with two appearances.   10:00 min We get into our BBQ talk as we give a recap of the Palmer Drug Abuse Program Courage to Change Cookoff.  We battled through exhaustion and the ...

Ep. 58 - The Daddys Awards & Cabrito Cooking

March 30, 2022 03:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MB

0 mins  In this episode we get the gang back together as I am joined by Jaime, Hector and Hiram and Johnny.  We start by talking about our boy Deshaun Watson and getting the biggest contract in NFL history.  Jaime thinks he did nothing to merit a suspension while the rest of us say, No he doesn't think he did anything wrong.  Another podcast ambassador makes the news as the football player that went viral for tackling a ref at our High School gets arrested for being asleep with a sizeable a...

Ep. 57 Bad BBQ & Chimney Nuts

March 23, 2022 02:00 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MB

0 mins  In this episode we get the gang back together as I am joined by Jaime, Hector and Hiram.  We start by talking about March Madness and Texas's disappointing out. We talk about why no one besides me filled out a bracket and how no one is that into college basketball.  We then talk about our guy Deshaun Watson having recently signed a blockbuster deal with Hector's Cleveland Browns.  Birthday Shoutouts are given to podcast contributor and sometimes BBQ team competitor Connie from Snowb...

Ep. 56 - Free Deshaun & 1st IBCA Grand Champ

March 16, 2022 02:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MB

0 mins  In this episode we get the gang back together as I am joined by Jaime, Hector and Hiram.   We start by talking about Deshawn Watson being free of all criminal charges but he's not completely out of the water.  Tom Brady has to spoil the fun by announcing his Unretirement.  We also give a shout out to the fajita bandit who we talked about in early season one.   8:00 min We get into our BBQ talk as the Harvest Fest cook off in Edinburg looms this coming weekend.  We reminisce as this...

Ep. 56 - Free Deshaun & 1st IBCA Grand Champ

March 16, 2022 02:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MB

0 mins  In this episode we get the gang back together as I am joined by Jaime, Hector and Hiram.   We start by talking about Deshawn Watson being free of all criminal charges but he's not completely out of the water.  Tom Brady has to spoil the fun by announcing his Unretirement.  We also give a shout out to the fajita bandit who we talked about in early season one.   8:00 min We get into our BBQ talk as the Harvest Fest cook off in Edinburg looms this coming weekend.  We reminisce as this...

Ep. 55 - Courage to Change Cookoff and Nadia

March 09, 2022 05:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MB

0 mins  In this episode Jaime, Isaac, Marisol and I are joined by our special guest Nadia Ochoa De La Garza (Executive Director of Palmer Drug Abuse Program).  We start by sharing a story about a fellow Edinburg man that is suing Applebees for serving him too much and causing him to crash into an 18 wheeler.  Jaime gives us a UFC story about Cain Velasquez going postal and picks up 10 counts of attempted murder.   5:00 min We talk about this years' Courage to Change Cookoff by Palmer Drug ...

Ep. 54 - Smokin on the Rio & Soft Elon

March 02, 2022 04:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MB

0 mins  In this episode Jaime and I are joined by Hiram (via Zoom in LA).  I start off by giving a quick recap of the bad weather we had at the 2022 Smokin on the Rio Cookoff in Mercedes, TX. I talk about the partying the night before as well as the struggles we had throughout the day.  We had some pretty good turn ins in my opinion and met some pretty cool people. I share some of the results that I can remember as we got one call in beans.  To see the full list of results check out the Smo...

Ep. 53 - Jim Buchanan of Dozier’s BBQ & LA Super Bowl

February 23, 2022 03:00 - 53 minutes - 36.5 MB

0 mins  In this episode Jaime and I interview a special guest, Jim Buchanan, Pitmaster at Dozier's BBQ a Smokehouse and Meat Market in Fulshear, Texas since 1957.  Jim gives a background of his days as a backyard warrior cooking central Texas style brisket and pork ribs.  5:00 min We then talk about how Jim got into the competition barbecue world and quickly made a name for himself in his very first cookoff.  Jim tells us about some of his more memorable cookoffs and he gives us some advice...

Ep. 53 - Jim Buchanan of Dozier’s BBQ & LA Super Bowl

February 23, 2022 03:00 - 53 minutes - 36.5 MB

0 mins  In this episode Jaime and I interview a special guest, Jim Buchanan, Pitmaster at Dozier's BBQ a Smokehouse and Meat Market in Fulshear, Texas since 1957.  Jim gives a background of his days as a backyard warrior cooking central Texas style brisket and pork ribs.  5:00 min We then talk about how Jim got into the competition barbecue world and quickly made a name for himself in his very first cookoff.  Jim tells us about some of his more memorable cookoffs and he gives us some advice...

Ep. 52 - Super Bowl Chicken Sandwiches

February 16, 2022 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MB

In this episode I am joined by Jaime, Hector, and Eddie (via Phone).  We start off by talking about the Super Bowl.  Most of us were pro Bengals but the end result didn't go in our favor.  We did make a bet in Vegas that we collectively hit so at least there was that.  Jaime gives us a poor recap of the UFC fights. We give a shout out to our Super Bowl Giveaway contest winners.   Eddie gives us a recap of a cookoff that he competed in this past weekend.  He doesn't have the other half of Ch...

Ep. 52 - Super Bowl Chicken Sandwiches

February 16, 2022 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MB

In this episode I am joined by Jaime, Hector, and Eddie (via Phone).  We start off by talking about the Super Bowl.  Most of us were pro Bengals but the end result didn't go in our favor.  We did make a bet in Vegas that we collectively hit so at least there was that.  Jaime gives us a poor recap of the UFC fights. We give a shout out to our Super Bowl Giveaway contest winners.   Eddie gives us a recap of a cookoff that he competed in this past weekend.  He doesn't have the other half of Ch...

Ep. 51 - San Antonio Rodeo & Pam and Tommy

February 09, 2022 04:00 - 48 minutes - 33.1 MB

In this episode I am joined by Jaime, Hector, Johnny and Hiram (via L.A.) We start off by talking about the NFL, specifically the Super Bowl.  We talk about who we think will win and who we are cheering for.  We then talk about fellow podcaster Joe Rogan.  We also fear that one day we may get cancelled for the controversial takes we have sometimes.   We get into the barbecue talk with me talking about some beef jerky I made over the weekend with Hector's little rub.  I have some professiona...

Ep. 50 - Season 2 Finale with Emeraude Toubia

January 26, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 47.9 MB

In this episode I am joined by Jaime, Hector and Hiram (via L.A.) We also welcome Special Guest, Actress, Model, Producer, Fashion designer and Rio Grande Valley native Emeraude Toubia.  She starts off by flipping the script and asking me questions.  Then I resume hosting duties as she tells us a little bit about growing up in Brownsville, Texas and what she misses now that she's living in Los Angeles. She tells us about her favorite restaurant in Brownsville for Tacos. We also talk about Me...

Ep. 49er- Sausage Corndogs & State Fair Foods

January 19, 2022 04:00 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MB

In this episode I am joined by Jaime, Johnny, Hector and Hiram (via L.A.) We start by talking about the huge rivalry game between the Niners (Hiram) and Cowboys (Super fan Jaime).  Hiram goes on his soapbox as Jaime has to eat crow and cancel his Superbowl plans for another year.   We continue to make bad predictions for the rest of the playoff picture.  Deshawn creeps his way back into the conversation as he always does.   We give some shoutouts to some of our barbecue friends at two big c...

Ep. 48 - Fried Sausage, Kangaroos & Driving While BBQing

January 12, 2022 04:00 - 47 minutes - 32.7 MB

In this episode I am joined by Jaime, Johnny and Hector (via phone call).  Hiram doesn't make it as he attended the Niners and Rams game in Los Angeles.  We talk about the super close overtime games in week 18.  There is a Kangaroo on the loose in the 956.  We talk about videos circulating of a kangaroo running around in Mercedes.  We also talk about some Chicken Fried Brisket from GW BBQ. The guys pay a visit and tell us what they think.  This leads into talk of what else we can chicken fry...

Ep. 47- 2021 RSB Podcast Year in Review

January 05, 2022 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MB

In this episode we close out the 2021 year.  I am joined by Jaime and Hiram (in person).  Hiram shares his experience with his battle with covid over the New Year's weekend.  We also talk some Dallas Cowboys football and how Jaime is barely holding on to the band wagon.  We do something a little different on this episode as we do a year in review on some of the more memorable moments and guest that we had on the podcast in 2021.  We start off talking about our first episode where we really ...

Ep. 46: Chillin, Grillin & Starting a Comp BBQ Team

December 30, 2021 04:00 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MB

In this episode we do a remote podcast from the headquarters of Chillin n Grillin.   I am joined by Jaime, Hector, Hiram (in person) Johnny, Eddie and Phil. We start by talking about the excellent barbecue that Eddie prepared for us before the podcast.  We had beef and chicken fajitas, jalapeno poppers, pork riblets, mollejas, nopales, and just about every type of dip and salsa you can think of.  Needless to say we all ate well.   We start to talk about the differences between IBCA and CBA ...

Ep. 46: Chillin, Grillin & Starting a Comp BBQ Team

December 30, 2021 04:00 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MB

In this episode we do a remote podcast from the headquarters of Chillin n Grillin.   I am joined by Jaime, Hector, Hiram (in person) Johnny, Eddie and Phil. We start by talking about the excellent barbecue that Eddie prepared for us before the podcast.  We had beef and chicken fajitas, jalapeno poppers, pork riblets, mollejas, nopales, and just about every type of dip and salsa you can think of.  Needless to say we all ate well.   We start to talk about the differences between IBCA and CBA ...

Ep. 45 - GW's BBQ & John Pardi Concert

December 22, 2021 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MB

In this episode we do a remote podcast from GW's BBQ & Catering.   I am joined by Jaime, Hector and Hiram and our Special Guest George Watts Jr. (Owner of GW's BBQ).  We start by talking about he feast we just enjoyed made up of brisket sandwiches, macaroni, ribs, dino ribs and more.  We also talk a little bit of boxing as we plan to watch the Jake Paul fight later that night.    We show up to the podcast as we left our other buddy Johnny to fend for himself at the Noche de Paz cookoff.  We...

Ep. 44- Chisholm Trail Champs & Hiram Makes Steaks

December 15, 2021 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MB

In this episode I am joined by Jaime, Johnny and Hiram (virtually) as we start off talking some UFC fight night.  Jaime gives us a run down of the weekend's fights.  The Dallas Cowboys pull off a close one against the Football team and the Texas Longhorns land a huge signing at QB.  Johnny and I compete at the Donna Chisolm Trail Cookoff over the weekend.  We talk about what we did to prep our meats and the addition of the Hector rubs to our Brisket and Ribs.  We battle the Valley elements ...

Ep. 44- Chisholm Trail Champs & Hiram Makes Steaks

December 15, 2021 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MB

In this episode I am joined by Jaime, Johnny and Hiram (virtually) as we start off talking some UFC fight night.  Jaime gives us a run down of the weekend's fights.  The Dallas Cowboys pull off a close one against the Football team and the Texas Longhorns land a huge signing at QB.  Johnny and I compete at the Donna Chisolm Trail Cookoff over the weekend.  We talk about what we did to prep our meats and the addition of the Hector rubs to our Brisket and Ribs.  We battle the Valley elements ...

Ep. 43 - Juicy Steaks & Space Hotels

December 08, 2021 03:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MB

In this episode I am joined by Jaime, Hector, Johnny and Hiram (virtually) as we start off talking a little college football playoffs. We talk about the days games and what we project the college football playoffs to look like.  We then talk about the NIL deals that college athletes are getting.  They are getting paid y'all.  What would some of these deals look like when UTRGV get their own local football team Hector talks about possible sponsoring local boxer Brandon Figueroa.   We finally...

Ep. 42 - Hiram’s Gatsby Bday & Gucci Mashed Potatoes

December 01, 2021 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MB

In this episode I am joined by Jaime and Hiram (virtually) as we start off once again talking about another disappointing Cowboy's loss. In a shocking headline we learn that Oklahoma's coach has left the team for Hollywood.  Local fighter Brandon Figueroa gets his first defeat as the fight goes to the cards. We have a little issue with his opponent's ring attire.   I talk about my trip to Austin over the weekend and how I witnessed the first Longhorn wins in what feels like forever.  I tell...

Ep. 41: Outdoor Cooking & Fancy Bday Party

November 24, 2021 03:00 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MB

In this episode I am joined by Jaime and Hiram (virtually) as we talk a little bit of Cowboys football as the rollercoaster ride continues as they keep us on the ropes whether they are a great team or a so so team. Jaime is barely hanging on to the band wagon.  We also talk about the fight between Crawford and Porter and did Porter's dad throw him under the bus?  We debate who the best pound for pound fighter is.  I stop by GW's BBQ and Catering once again to enjoy some breakfast barbacoa.  ...

Ep. 41: Outdoor Thanksgiving & Fancy Party

November 24, 2021 03:00 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MB

In this episode I am joined by Jaime and Hiram (virtually) as we talk a little bit of Cowboys football as the rollercoaster ride continues as they keep us on the ropes whether they are a great team or a so so team. Jaime is barely hanging on to the band wagon.  We also talk about the fight between Crawford and Porter and did Porter's dad throw him under the bus?  We debate who the best pound for pound fighter is.  I stop by GW's BBQ and Catering once again to enjoy some breakfast barbacoa.  ...

Ep. 40 - GW’s BBQ & $50,000 Cook Off

November 17, 2021 03:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MB

In this episode I am joined by Jaime, Johnny, Hector,  and Hiram (virtually) as we talk a little bit of Cowboys football as they recover from last weeks beating. Jaime is back on the band wagon ready to restart payment on his Superbowl tickets.  We also talk about some other recent meltdowns as OU is upset by Baylor and the Texas Longhorns continue to embarrass themselves and me.   Hector provides a rant on how the problems at OU even though no one really cares.   John and I pay a visit to ...

Ep. 40 - GW’s BBQ & $50,000 Cook Off

November 17, 2021 03:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MB

In this episode I am joined by Jaime, Johnny, Hector,  and Hiram (virtually) as we talk a little bit of Cowboys football as they recover from last weeks beating. Jaime is back on the band wagon ready to restart payment on his Superbowl tickets.  We also talk about some other recent meltdowns as OU is upset by Baylor and the Texas Longhorns continue to embarrass themselves and me.   Hector provides a rant on how the problems at OU even though no one really cares.   John and I pay a visit to ...

Ep. 39 - 15 Briskets & Little Rub

November 10, 2021 04:00 - 47 minutes - 32.4 MB

In this episode I am joined by Jaime, Johnny, Hector, Isaac, and Hiram (virtually) as we talk a little bit of Cowboys football as the melt down they had. The same goes for the Texas Longhorns as they drop their 4th game a row.  We end our headliners by talking a little boxing as Canelo unifies the championship belts.   Hector and Johnny talk about cooking 15 briskets over the weekend for a gold tournament.  They walk us through the steps as they prep and load 15 1885 choice briskets onto th...

Ep. 38 - Halloween Spooktacular Special

November 03, 2021 03:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MB

In this episode I am joined by Jaime, Rudy, and Hiram (virtually) as we talk a little bit of Cowboys football as the game just ended.  We also just finished watching the Astro try to stay alive and push to a game 6. Hiram and I teams (Bears & Niners) play each other in a disappointing ending.  In the spirit of Halloween we talk some Halloween parties and costumes from present and past.  We even take a trip down memory lane to 6th Street on Austin in Halloween of 1999.  We ask if costumes sh...

Ep. 38 - Halloween Spooktacular Special

November 03, 2021 03:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MB

In this episode I am joined by Jaime, Rudy, and Hiram (virtually) as we talk a little bit of Cowboys football as the game just ended.  We also just finished watching the Astro try to stay alive and push to a game 6. Hiram and I teams (Bears & Niners) play each other in a disappointing ending.  In the spirit of Halloween we talk some Halloween parties and costumes from present and past.  We even take a trip down memory lane to 6th Street on Austin in Halloween of 1999.  We ask if costumes sh...

Ep. 37: Grinding, Stuffing & Teddy’s Barbecue

October 27, 2021 03:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MB

In this episode I am joined by Jaime, Hector, Johnny and Hiram (virtually) as we talk a little Dodgers meltdown or just their lack of available players. Hiram and Jaime make a little wager on the World Series.  Hector jumps off the burning covered wagon that is Baker Mayfield.  He also lost a little faith in Oklahoma.  I plan to make a visit to Austin to see my Longhorns after almost 2 years.  We give the results of the cap giveaway.   We paid a little visit to a local barbecue joint called...

Ep. 37: Grinding, Stuffing & Teddy’s Barbecue

October 27, 2021 03:00 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MB

In this episode I am joined by Jaime, Hector, Johnny and Hiram (virtually) as we talk a little Dodgers meltdown or just their lack of available players. Hiram and Jaime make a little wager on the World Series.  Hector jumps off the burning covered wagon that is Baker Mayfield.  He also lost a little faith in Oklahoma.  I plan to make a visit to Austin to see my Longhorns after almost 2 years.  We give the results of the cap giveaway.   We paid a little visit to a local barbecue joint called...

Ep. 36 - Smoke Crafters & Sausage Making

October 20, 2021 03:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MB

In this episode we are on location as we do a remote podcast from Smoke Crafters Barbecue (Awesome location).  I am joined by Jaime, Hector and Johnny as we sit down with our friend Jaime (Co-owner of Smoke Crafters.   We start by talking a little football as we ask Jaime about his fandom between the Cowboys or Texas.  Jaime argues that the Cowboys have the best offense in the NFL.  Hector may beg to differ.   We then discuss the feast we just finished before recording.  We had a spread of ...

Ep. 35: Sausage Month & Who’s Your Zaddy

October 13, 2021 03:00 - 46 minutes - 31.6 MB

In this episode  I am joined by Jaime, Hector and Hiram (back in LA).  We give Hector a few minutes to do a victory lap following the big comeback Oklahoma pulled on our beloved Texas Longhorns.  We talk about Fury vs. Wilder part 3.  They guys say Wilder fought like a champion, I'm not so sure I agree with their boxing acumen.  Hector has a little fomo from missing the fight.   We had a sausage fest where we sampled some local and Texas sausages..  In today's tasting we had HEB Hill Countr...

Ep. 34- Eve’s Birthday Bash & Chill n Grill

October 06, 2021 03:00 - 51 minutes - 35.1 MB

In this episode  I am joined by Jaime, Hector and Hiram (live in house).  We have multiple special guest as my sister Evee sits in as well as 1/2 of two different barbecue teams.  Eddie from Chillin and Grillin and Phil from Dos Hermanos BBQ.  We start the conversation with a birthday bash we just threw for my sister Evee's 21st bday.  We cooked some brisket, ribs, rice, beans, potato salad and a table of desserts and snacks.  Eddie tells us what the word oof means.   Eddie and Phil share t...

Ep. 33 - Michelada Showdown & Jaime Daddy

September 29, 2021 04:00 - 47 minutes - 32.7 MB

In this episode  I am joined by the usual group of Jaime, Hector and Hiram.  Although this time Hiram joins us live in the studio. We think of coming up with a better  name for our garage pod studio.  Jaime talks some UFC that we plan to check out the next day.  He tells us about Nick Diaz's giant following.  We also talk a little boxing and wrestling as the weekend is busy with all kinds of television events.  Jaime has to shove the Dallas Cowboys into the conversation.   We also talk abou...

Ep. 32 - Brisket Bowls & White Claw Party

September 22, 2021 03:00 - 47 minutes - 32.3 MB

In this episode  I am joined by the usual group of Jaime, Hector and Hiram.  We open it up by talking about the last episodes debate of beans or no beans in a bowl of chili. We had some very interesting responses on social media and way more engagement than we anticipated.  Hector and I talked about a pop up event that we catered with our friends at Snowbite. We get to take over a commercial kitchen and sell some brisket bowls with rice and our championship beans. Hector makes a live changi...

Ep. 31- Chili...Beans or No Beans

September 15, 2021 04:00 - 47 minutes - 33 MB

In this episode  I am joined by some unicorns we haven't seen in a minute, Johnny Deep and Isaac. Hector and Hiram also join the convo as usual as we tackle some of the Worlds biggest issues (maybe our World).  We open it up by talking about he contest we've been promoting  with Elda's Kitchen.  We announce the 3 lucky winners who will each receive a 3 pack of Elda's Kitchen's top selling sauces.   Johnny gets personal and talks to us about the struggles of family and Covid-19.  His son wan...

Ep. 31- Chili...Beans or No Beans

September 15, 2021 04:00 - 47 minutes - 33 MB

In this episode  I am joined by some unicorns we haven't seen in a minute, Johnny Deep and Isaac. Hector and Hiram also join the convo as usual as we tackle some of the Worlds biggest issues (maybe our World).  We open it up by talking about he contest we've been promoting  with Elda's Kitchen.  We announce the 3 lucky winners who will each receive a 3 pack of Elda's Kitchen's top selling sauces.   Johnny gets personal and talks to us about the struggles of family and Covid-19.  His son wan...

Ep. 30 - The Queen Returns & Brisket Finger

September 08, 2021 07:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MB

In this episode  I am joined by Hector, Jaime and Hiram from Los Angeles.  We also welcome back the Queen of BBQ, Alma Vera.  We start with out Joe review of the Jake Paul and whether we thought the fix was in.  Things go off the rails when the gang predicts he will fight a donkey in his next fight.  We talk about the next upcoming barbecues in the following months and which we predict we will compete in.   There is still time to enter into the context with Elda's Kitchen.  We are announcin...

Ep. 30 - The Queen Returns & Brisket Finger

September 08, 2021 07:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MB

In this episode  I am joined by Hector, Jaime and Hiram from Los Angeles.  We also welcome back the Queen of BBQ, Alma Vera.  We start with out Joe review of the Jake Paul and whether we thought the fix was in.  Things go off the rails when the gang predicts he will fight a donkey in his next fight.  We talk about the next upcoming barbecues in the following months and which we predict we will compete in.   There is still time to enter into the context with Elda's Kitchen.  We are announcin...

Ep. 29 - Microwave Brisket & Yuengling Beer Review

September 01, 2021 03:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MB

In this episode  I am joined by Hector, Jaime and Hiram from Los Angeles.  We start off by talking about the crate challenge that has gone viral on the internet. Jaime thinks he can beat the challenge with his cat like ninja skills.  When then talk about the Nirvana baby that is now suing the band's estate for using his picture when he was a baby.  Hiram shares a story from his modeling career and how he didn't see royalties from his picture being used on Yahoo.   We then talk about another...

Ep. 28 - Flat Iron Cooking & A Night Out

August 25, 2021 03:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MB

In this episode  I am joined by Hector, Jaime and Hiram from Los Angeles.  We start off by talking about our giveaway contest that we are having with Elda's Kitchen.  If you  recall she was a guest of ours not so long ago.  Check out our social media pages for the details to win some free products from Elda's Kitchen.    We then talk about flat iron griddle cooking or what we call plancha cooking in South Texas.  We share what we cooked on it both surf and turf options.  We then give you so...

Ep. 28 - Flat Iron Cooking & A Night Out

August 25, 2021 03:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MB

In this episode  I am joined by Hector, Jaime and Hiram from Los Angeles.  We start off by talking about our giveaway contest that we are having with Elda's Kitchen.  If you  recall she was a guest of ours not so long ago.  Check out our social media pages for the details to win some free products from Elda's Kitchen.    We then talk about flat iron griddle cooking or what we call plancha cooking in South Texas.  We share what we cooked on it both surf and turf options.  We then give you so...

Ep. 27- McGriddles & SEC Tailgates

August 18, 2021 03:00 - 47 minutes - 33 MB

In this episode  I am joined by Hector, Jaime and Hiram from Los Angeles.  We start off by talking about a huge Saturday night barbecue that we just feasted on.  We always make way too much. This time it was dino ribs, pork butt, pork ribs, mollejas, and more.  We then dive into the infamous McGriddle that Jerry Jones scarfs down during the first episode of Hard Knocks on HBO.  He actually add more table salt to it.  The guys put themselves in Jerry's shoes as they talk about what a billiona...

Ep. 26: Mickey Mouse & BBQ Olympics

August 11, 2021 19:00 - 44 minutes - 30.9 MB

Season 2 we are back!!! In this episode  I am joined by Hector, Jaime and Hiram from Los Angeles.  The Ready Set BBQ podcast is back for Season 2 after a month hiatus.  We catch up on what we've been doing during the break.  Hector plans to go back on his diet after touring some of America's best eats.  We talk about a Sunday cookoff earlier in the day.  I hope this doesn't become a habit of holding cookoffs on Sundays.  We talk about the rise in Covid cases and how it's going to affect ever...

Season 1 - Bonus SCA Steaks with Brett Gallaway

August 04, 2021 03:00 - 20 minutes - 14.1 MB

In this bonus episode we do our third live podcast of the day at the Texas Cook'em High Steaks in Edinburg.  Brett Gallaway from the Steak Cookoff Association joins us to talk about the event and possible future events in the Rio Grande Valley. He gives a little history about the Steak Cookoff Associations' beginnings from 9 cookoffs 6 years ago to over 600 world wide  in 2021. He tells us about an upcoming event in Alaska and John wants to know if Bear will be one of the categories. We talk...

Season 1 Bonus - Chillin N Grillin Live

July 30, 2021 19:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MB

In this bonus episode we do our second live podcast of the day at the Texas Cook'em High Steaks in Edinburg.  Mario and Eddie from Chillin N Grilling  join us to talk about the cookoff prior to the results.  We talk about the overall event and how we feel our different meat turns in came out.  The gang all feel pretty confident about our turn in on this day.  We ask for more opportunities to compete in Steak Cookoff Association events.  We give you some insight into the Texas heat in the sum...

Season 1 Bonus - Chillin N Grillin Live

July 30, 2021 19:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MB

In this bonus episode we do our second live podcast of the day at the Texas Cook'em High Steaks in Edinburg.  Mario and Eddie from Chillin N Grilling  join us to talk about the cookoff prior to the results.  We talk about the overall event and how we feel our different meat turns in came out.  The gang all feel pretty confident about our turn in on this day.  We ask for more opportunities to compete in Steak Cookoff Association events.  We give you some insight into the Texas heat in the sum...