In the FIRST episode of The Carolina Q Show Podcast we talk with Mat Griner of Southern Q competition team and catering from Zebulon, NC. Mat is well known across the southeast and beyond for his friendly vibe and stacking up the calls at comps across the area. A multi-year member of the Myron Mixon and Jack's Old South teams, Mat tells us about what drives him in BBQ, what he does to relax, and how he will continue to carry the traditions of Eastern NC style BBQ for the future. Running time 58min.