On this episode of Backyard Matters we sit down with Missy Schrock, one of the many KCBS JCUP Certified BBQ Judges. We discuss Missy's entrance in the world of BBQ judging, the future of KCBS CBJ program, and what to do when you disagree with a judge's score.

On this episode of Backyard Matters we sit down with Jason Cottingham from Trauma Hogs. We discuss their entry into the bbq world and their success with their rubs and restaurant.

On this episode of Backyard Matters we sit down with Brad Colter and Bre Via, pitmasters for Smoke 'n Magic. We discuss their win at the first Made for KC competition and how it launched them into making products.

On this episode of Backyard Matters we sit down with Travis Murphy, pitmaster for Gold-N-Blue Barbecue. We discuss the Mid-Atlantic BBQ Association along with the state of Backyard Competitions across the country.

On this episode of Backyard Matters we sit down with Aaron Stoffer, pitmaster for Man Meat BBQ. We cover everything from learning how to put the right meats in the box to KidsQ.

On this episode of Backyard Matters we sit down with Mike Hobbs, pitmaster for Hobbs BBQ and President of the Oklahoma BBQ Society. We discuss the State of the Union with the OKBS along with one of the highest paying purses in KCBS Backyard this year.

On this episode of Backyard Matters we sit down with Alan Larrimore of Wrecking Crew BBQ. Alan gives us all the secrets to his competition chicken wings, information on his work with vets, and a history lesson on "Roll 'em".

On this episode of Backyard Matters we sit down with Todd and Susie Bulloch of Hey Grill Hey. We talk about everything from cooking bbq, to mental health and everything in between.

On this episode of Backyard Matters we sit down with Bryan Odom and Bradley Volmer, the administrators of the Facebook Group "Addicted to the Q". We cover everything from managing a social media presence to running product lines.

On this episode of Backyard Matters we sit down with Robert Jackson of Swine-O-Licious BBQ. We got Robert to give us all his secrets to his award winning ribs. Prepare to take lots of notes!