Join Vin and Chip at the table for a special Thanksgiving edition of the Wise Guys BBQ Podcast! 🦃🔥

This week, the guys break down all the Thanksgiving cooks we’ve got on the channel right now — from Tommy’s bacon lattice turkey and Italian stuffin’ muffins to Tony 2 Smokes’ spatchcock turkey and smoked butternut squash soup.

They dive into their favorite Thanksgiving dishes, swap stories about their holiday plans, and share what makes Thanksgiving such a big moment in the BBQ world.

The guys also chat about our Puerto Rico trip — this episode was filmed before the journey, so they talk about everything they were excited to experience. 🌴

To wrap things up, Vin and Chip debate where our next BBQ Safari should take the Wise Guys crew. Another state? Another country? You tell us!

If you love Thanksgiving, smoked turkey, or BBQ travel… this is your episode.

👉 Don’t forget to comment what YOUR favorite Thanksgiving dish is!

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Join Vin and Chip for another week of laid-back BBQ talk, road-trip planning, and plenty of laughs. In this episode, the guys chat about our upcoming Puerto Rico trip, what they’re looking forward to on the island, and the cooks we’ve got lined up for next week from Tony 2 Smokes.

From good-natured banter to real BBQ talk, this episode is all about community, cooking, and what’s coming next for Wise Guys BBQ.

Topics include:

Our upcoming Puerto Rico trip

Sneak peeks at Tony 2 Smokes’ upcoming cooks

Vin & Chip’s weekly BBQ banter and behind-the-scenes talk

Perfect for BBQ fans, pitmasters, and anyone who loves a good hang around the smoker.

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This week, Vin and Chip kick things off with some football talk… and end up realizing competition BBQ has more in common with sports than most people think.

From game-day strategy to long hours of practice, high-stakes judging, equipment advantages, and the pressure to perform when the clock is ticking… competition BBQ is a sport in its own way.

They also dive into:

• How turn-in boxes are basically “presentation drills”

• A clever tool called The Kale Form that helps competitors build clean, consistent turn-ins

• And what new cooks, reviews, and interviews are coming soon to the channel

If you’re into BBQ competitions, sports, or just hanging out with us each week — you’re gonna like this one.

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It’s Halloween, and things are getting spooky on the Wise Guys BBQ Podcast! 🎃

Vin, Chip, and Johny Z share their most terrifying BBQ horror stories — from smoking mishaps to kitchen catastrophes — and laugh about the lessons learned along the way.

Then, the guys shift gears and talk about their Destination Q adventures, plus what they’re most excited for on the upcoming BBQ Safari trip to Puerto Rico 🇵🇷.

👉 Tune in for BBQ talk, good laughs, and a few scary surprises!

Topics Covered:

🔥 BBQ horror stories and grill fails

🌴 Destination Q adventures

✈️ Puerto Rico BBQ Safari plans

👻 Halloween BBQ fun with the Wise Guys

0:00 Destination Q

24:08 Halloween Horror Stories

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Tommy the Butcher is back from his trip to Germany — and he’s got stories! From sledding through snowy hills to visiting the historic Eagle’s Nest, Tommy shares his unforgettable European adventure with Vin and Chip.

Then, the conversation turns back to what we all love most — BBQ! 🔥 Tommy gives the crew a sneak peek into his latest cooks that haven’t been released yet, including some mouthwatering pork butt content you’ll definitely want to keep an eye out for.

👉 Tune in for laughs, travel tales, and BBQ talk straight from the Wise Guys pit.

🍖 In This Episode:

🔥 Tommy’s trip to Germany — sledding, sights, and the Eagle’s Nest

🏔️ What inspired him overseas

🥩 Behind-the-scenes of upcoming cooks

🐖 A preview of juicy pork butt episodes to come

🎧 Listen, laugh, and get ready for more BBQ goodness — only on the Wise Guys BBQ Podcast.

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Vin and Chip were too hungry to stay in the studio, so they took the Wise Guys BBQ Podcast straight to the kitchen! In this mouthwatering episode, the guys cook up classic Philly cheesesteaks using juicy ribeye steak, sautéed onions and peppers, melted cheese, and buttered toasted rolls.

Watch as they slice, sizzle, and stack their way to sandwich perfection — all while bringing their signature banter and BBQ humor. Whether you're a Philly cheesesteak purist or just love good food and laughs, this episode hits the spot.

👉 Grab your apron and join Vin and Chip as they show how easy it is to make a cheesesteak that rivals any Philly joint.

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This week on the Wise Guys BBQ Podcast, Vin and Charlie fire things up under the Harvest Moon — and apparently, that moonlight brings out the crazy in everyone. 🌕🔥

They dive into what Tony 2 Smokes has been cooking and filming lately, tease brand-new BBQ videos, and give fans an exclusive look at what’s coming next from the Wise Guys BBQ crew.

👉 Here’s what’s on the horizon:

Destination Q – Our brand-new BBQ review series exploring the best local BBQ joints across New England.

BBQ Safari – A travel adventure where the team hits the road to Puerto Rico to taste, talk, and experience authentic island barbecue.

Holiday Cooks Preview – From smoked turkey to prime rib and beyond, the guys share what they’re planning for the festive season.

Expect plenty of laughs, stories from behind the scenes, and all-out BBQ madness as the crew dishes on barbecue culture, grilling tips, and the future of BBQ content coming your way.

Whether you’re into smoking meat, grilling techniques, travel food shows, or just love hearing seasoned pitmasters talk shop — this episode is packed with the smoky goodness you crave.

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Reintroducing Wise Guys Barbecue — who we are, why we started, and where we’re taking this crazy BBQ ride next. From tailgate cooks to 300+ videos in 15 months, we’ve been shining a light on New England’s underrated barbecue scene with podcasts, long-form features, shorts

On this episode of the Wise Guys Barbecue Podcast, Vin Porcaro and Tommy the Butcher welcome back Bob Bauman of Big Bobby’s Q to share his incredible story of catering a wedding for 120 guests.

From championship barbecue competitions to running successful catering gigs, Bob explains the transition, challenges, and ultimate triumph of pulling off one of his biggest cooks yet. Hear how he handled massive amounts of brisket, ribs, pulled pork, and chicken—plus the sides that stole the show like mac & cheese, Mexican street corn salad, and a stunning charcuterie board that wowed the crowd.

Even Tommy the Butcher was impressed with Bob’s execution and attention to detail. If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to go from competition BBQ pitmaster to professional catering, this episode breaks it down with real stories, tips, and laughs along the way.

👉 Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more barbecue talk, pitmaster stories, and food inspiration!

Chapters:

0:00 Intro with Tommy the Butcher & Vin Porcaro

1:00 Bob Bauman on the jump from competitions to catering

10:00 Sides that separate good BBQ from great BBQ

17:00 Breaking down the wedding menu: brisket, ribs & more

22:00 The charcuterie board challenge

30:00 Lessons learned from catering 120 guests

35:00 What’s next for Big Bobby’s Q

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This week on the Wise Guys BBQ Podcast, Vin and Chip welcome special guest Captain Nate Slinn, co-host of the Miller’s Crossing Annual Cook-Off (MCRCO) and co-founder of Friends of Jake, a nonprofit raising funds for disabled children.

They dive into what makes the cook-off such a memorable event—competition BBQ, the legendary buffet, raffles, and the community spirit behind it all. Vin and Chip share their experience attending last year, and Nate breaks down how newcomers can get started in competition BBQ.

Nate also shares the inspiring story of how Friends of Jake began and the incredible impact it’s had over the years. Plus, he brings along his special rubs and sauces (not for sale… yet!) that Vin and Chip can’t stop raving about.

📍 Hear about where this year’s cook-off is happening, what to expect, and why it’s a can’t-miss event.

🔥 Whether you’re into BBQ, competition cooking, or stories of community and giving back, this episode has it all.

👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more BBQ conversations, recipes, and stories.

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