The Big Texan Steak Ranch in Amarillo is world famous for its 72 oz. steak challenge. If you can eat a 72 oz steak (that’s 4 1/2 pounds!), and all the sides, you get it for free and all the accolades that accompany such a tremendous accomplishment. Many have tried, but only a few have done it. However, Wise About Texas was lucky to be in attendance when an Australian competitive eater named James Webb completed the challenge in six minutes and twenty-eight seconds. That’s the second fastest time in history!
James went on to finish a strong third in the annual Nathan’s Famous hot-dog eating contest on July 4, 2023. In this interview, James talks about his road to becoming the number one competitive eater in Australia and one of the top 10 in the world. He also gives some tips and tricks for winning your own eating challenges, and maybe at the Big Texan! So grab a snack and check out this bonus episode of Wise About Texas.
EP. 94: The Texas Rangers–East Texas Troubles
Ep. 93: The Free State of Van Zandt
Ep. 92: I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas
Ep. 91: The Secret Court of the Republic of Texas
EP. 90: Cozumel, Texas?
Ep. 89: Texas Attacks Oklahoma!
EP. 88: Texas Pandemics
Ep. 87- Texans You Should Know: Kenneth Threadgill
Ep. 86: Exploring the Texas Revolution- The San Jacinto Battleground
EP. 85: Exploring the Texas Revolution–Presidio La Bahia
Ep. 84: Exploring the Texas Revolution–The Fannin Battleground
EP. 83: The Twin Sisters, Part 2–The Mystery
EP. 82: Exploring the Texas Revolution: Old Washington
EP. 81: Exploring the Texas Revolution in San Felipe de Austin
Ep. 80: The Twin Sisters, Part 1
Ep. 79: Dorie Miller–A Texas War Hero
Ep. 78: The Lady in Blue
Ep. 77: A bull branded MURDER
BONUS EPISODE: More Writing Texas History-An Interview with Brian Kilmeade
Ep. 76: The Texas Cattle Queen
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