This week we figure out what the best dude time really is. Bonfire tailgate BBQ all of it. Plus some Hank Jr talk a little tour life and the usual random randomness.

McKenzie Claire Knapps is one of Louisiana’s most exciting new artists. A powerhouse voice, songwriter, and storyteller who’s carving her own path after years in Nashville.
In this episode, McKenzie joins Tigs Bits to talk about growing up in Louisiana, performing on VH1’s I Know My Kid’s a Star, chasing dreams in Nashville, and returning home to create her debut album on her own terms.

She also performs part of her brand-new song “Devil’s Den,” live during the show. This one’s all heart, hustle, and pure talent.

Get ready for the 45th annual Sabine Free State Festival in Florien, Louisiana. A weekend packed with food, family, and fun! Rae Addison joins me to talk BBQ cook-offs, live music, treasure hunts, and the world-famous minnow races.

LSU tailgate interviews with British and Irish fans, Tiger Stadium atmosphere, Louisiana food debate, and the debut of the Wheel of Flavor segment. Southern culture, college football, and more.

JR is joined by his long time tourmate and production manager extraordinaire Jeff Oliver. They discussed Jeff’s unique route into the Nashville music scene and his years on the road, turning knobs as lead sound engineer for Justin Moore. Ever wondered how a kid from Ohio that grew up working in theatre ends up putting in almost 2 decades as a premier soundman in the world of country music? Find out here.

Rusty Noel has lived a life built on grit, hustle, and heart. From surviving a rough childhood to winning 27 national football championships, coaching kids into the NFL, and dominating food competitions across the country—Rusty’s journey is inspiring. In this episode, we dive into his story, his seasoning and sauce business, his servant leadership, and why he believes life is always bigger than football.👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe!FOR ALL OF THE LATESThttps://www.tigsbits.com/

Tiggy and JR break down the documentary and what it means for Bubba. We revisit our Marty Smith interview that predicted today’s NIL chaos, and talk about how college sports has shifted into a “mini NFL.” Plus, JR talks Justin Moore tour life, music, and random randomness!

They came from Buffalo, California, Canada, and beyond—just to experience LSU tailgating. We had Divas, DJs, gator grills, and a couple getting married next week. This one had it all.

I judged every dish at the Pit vs Pot cook-off in South Louisiana—from curry chicken and stuffed pork chops to ribs, jambalaya, and the winning pineapple cherry dump cake. Only one dish scored a perfect 10!

Brandon Osburn, creator of The Average Dad Cooking Channel, shares how he’s building a lifestyle brand through cooking, family, and passion. From Minnesota grills to 50 foods from 50 states – he’s doing it all! Whether you’re here for inspiration, recipes, or just a good story, this conversation delivers.FOR ALL OF THE LATESThttps://www.tigsbits.com/