Heath and Candace are joined by live fire expert Al Frugoni and Memphis in May VP Kevin Grothe to break down everything heading into Memphis in May. With the event just a week out, they dive into final prep, behind-the-scenes planning, and the all-new Open Fire World Championship—what it is, why it’s a great fit, and what fans can expect from the experience this year.

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• Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections

This week on the podcast, we’re recapping Southaven Springfest, including Heath having to back out last-minute after getting sick and how tough it was to miss the weekend. We’ll also turn the page and look ahead to Memphis in May—what’s coming up, getting prepared, and what the next two weeks look like heading into one of the biggest events of the year.

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Chapters:

Intro 0:00

Springfest 0:25

Top 5 BBQ Tools 10:20

Viewer Questions 16:36

Outro 28:53

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• 81x BBQ Grand Champion

• '22, '24, and '25 Memphis in May World Rib Champion

• 2025 Memphis in May Grand Champion

• Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections

On this week’s podcast, Heath and Candace break down Springfest week as competition BBQ season kicks off, sharing what goes into gearing up for a busy stretch of contests. They also dive into Heath’s top 5 BBQ tools and answer viewer questions, covering everything from prep to what really matters on the pit.

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Chapters:

Intro 0:00

Springfest 0:25

Top 5 BBQ Tools 10:20

Viewer Questions 16:36

Outro 28:53

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Heath Riles, pitmaster

• 81x BBQ Grand Champion

• '22, '24, and '25 Memphis in May World Rib Champion

• 2025 Memphis in May Grand Champion

• Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections

On this week’s podcast, Heath recaps an epic Costa Rica fishing trip filled with blue marlin, billfish, and nonstop action offshore. Heath and Candace also talk through their Easter weekend, and Heath dives into the recent backlash around his take on the 3-2-1 rib method. Hear why he thinks it’s outdated, overrated, and what he believes works better for great ribs.

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Chapters:

Intro (0:00)

Busy BBQ Season (0:40)

Costa Rica Fishing Trip (4:33)

Easter Recap (24:00)

3-2-1 Ribs (27:11)

Outro (41:29)

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Heath Riles, pitmaster• 81x BBQ Grand Champion• '22, '24, and '25 Memphis in May World Rib Champion • 2025 Memphis in May Grand Champion• Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections

Welcome to another episode of the Shootin' The Que podcast! With Spring grilling on everyone's mind, Heath and Candace talk about his popular Hawaiian Ribeye recipe, what they look forward to on Easter, and what makes the perfect Easter Ham. Be sure to comment your favorites below!

00:00 - Start

00:50 - Spring Grilling

02:50 - Spring Dishes

03:50 - Hawaiian Ribeye

13:10 - Easter

16:42 - Deviled Eggs

21:50 - Collins Helping

23:30 - Crazy Foods/Dislikes

27:04 - Easter Ham

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Heath Riles, pitmaster

• 81x BBQ Grand Champion,

• 2022, 2024 & 2025 Memphis in May World Rib Champion

• 2025 Memphis in May Grand Champion

• Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections

#podcast #food #Easter #grilling #spring #recipes

Want to make people go crazy? Talk about putting mustard on fish! That's what Heath did on a recent episode of the Shootin' The Que podcast and the internet had a lot of feelings about it. There is also some big to share: we are pre-selling Easter hams complete with Heath Riles Seasonings. Find out more details on today's podcast!

00:00 - Start

00:38 - Easter Is On Its Way

05:30 - Travel Family Food Traditions

11:00 - The Mustard Fish Backlash

21:20 - Smoked Shotgun Shells

28:40 - Viewer's Favorite BBQ Hot Takes

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Heath Riles, pitmaster

• 81x BBQ Grand Champion,

• 2022, 2024 & 2025 Memphis in May World Rib Champion

• 2025 Memphis in May Grand Champion

• Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections

#heathrilesbbq #podcast #easter #food #tradition #controversy #hottake #backlash #bbq

One of the biggest cooking events in Key West just took place and Heath and Candace are back with a full report. Is the best Key Lime Pie in Key West really that great? Have you ever heard of a Philly Sandwich made with fish? Who's celebration ended with broken bones? This is a BIG recap episode of the Shootin' The Que podcast!

00:00 - Start

01:30 - First Day Food & Settling In

07:00 - The Best Key Lime Pie In Key West?

13:30 - Tournament Fishing Day & The Best Restaurant

20:00 - Heath's Big Ordering Mistake

23:15 - Saturday At The Sandbar

28:00 - The Oldest Restaurant In Key West

31:00 - Sunday's Cooking Competition

37:00 - Big Winners & Broken Feet

43:00 - Changes For Next Year

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• 81x BBQ Grand Champion,

• 2022, 2024 & 2025 Memphis in May World Rib Champion

• 2025 Memphis in May Grand Champion

• Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections

#podcast #keywest #best #worst #fishing #competition #winner #florida

Which bourbon is overrated? What bottle of Pappy's is the best? When it comes to barbecue season, what are the priorities? Heath and Candace take on some of your biggest bourbon and barbecue season related questions in today's episode of the Shootin' The Que podcast!

0:00 - Start

0:50 - New YouTube Bourbon Segment

8:15 - What Are You Looking For In A Bourbon?

13:35 - Elmer T. Lee

17:00 - Spring BBQ Season

24:45 - What Is Contest Load-In Like?

29:30 - Rib Prep Per Contest

31:50 - Viewer Questions

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• 81x BBQ Grand Champion,

• 2022, 2024 & 2025 Memphis in May World Rib Champion

• 2025 Memphis in May Grand Champion

• Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections

#contenst #food #bourbon #podcast #best #heathrilesbbq #ribs #pappys #weller

It's officially Key West Invitational Week! Bear and Jenn Holeman stopped by the podcast last week to talk a little about the event and of course that great Key West fishing. Last week also wrapped up another Ace Hardware Trades Show, hear Heath tell Candace about some of the best places to stop in Kentucky for Cuban food and why mustard really is a great binder. There is a lot packed into this week's episode of the Shootin' The Que podcast!

00:00 - Start

03:00 - Weather and Fishing Conditions

06:04 - W Sauce Growth and Market Trends

08:57 - Bear's Fishing Journey and Industry Insights

14:53 - Impact of Technology on Fishing Practices

19:05 - Key West Invitational Changes and Enhancements

29:00 - Ace Hardware Trade Show

23:25 - Eating Chicken At The Eagle

37:00 - Who's Who At The Ace Trade Show

42:00 - The Great Binder Debate

46:00 - Cuban Food At La Bodeguita De Mima

52:25 - Sidebar At Whiskey Row

59:00 - Changes For Next Ace Trade Show

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• 2025 Memphis in May Grand Champion

• Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections

#podcast #keywest #bbq #food #fishing #bourbon #acehardware #cubanfood #mustard #heathrilesbbq

Craig Verhage is back on the podcast! The BBQ Ninja sits down with Heath and Candace to discuss some of the amazing new Royal Oak products that are about to hit the market, the importance of giving back to your community, and the best ways to cook alligator. Look for all new episodes of the Shootin' The Que podcast every Tuesday!

0:00 - Start

0:22 - Craig Verhage

2:30 - When Is Charcoal Season?

7:00 - New Royal Oak Products

11:20 - Becoming The BBQ Ninja

17:15 - Day To Day

22:00 - Standout Events

31:20 - Hunting & Cooking Alligator

40:00 - Wild Game Dinner

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• 81x BBQ Grand Champion,

• 2022, 2024 & 2025 Memphis in May World Rib Champion

• 2025 Memphis in May Grand Champion

• Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections

#podcast #royaloak #charcoal #alligator #charity #givingback #bbqninja #bbq #cooking #hunting