BBQ RADIO NETWORK

From Gas Station to Global Fame: The Legendary Rise of Joe's Kansas City Barbecue

Send a textKansas City barbecue lovers — this is the story you’ve been waiting for! Join Freddie Bell on the Barbecue Radio Network as he sits down with the team behind Joe's Kansas City Barbecue — the world-famous smokehouse that turned a humble gas station into a global barbecue destination. Hear the secrets behind the Z-Man, the smoke, and the legacy. If you love real barbecue, you won’t want to miss this one! www.bbqradionetwork.com

Grillzilla: From Santa Maria Smoke to Backyard Paradise

Send a textThis week on the Barbecue Radio Network, Freddie Bell welcomes a true backyard original. Meet Billy Franklin — Army veteran, lifelong griller, and the man they call Grillzilla. From Santa Maria barbecue traditions to pellet grills, backyard ponds, and Florida flavor, it’s a conversation about fire, food, and the life built around them. Don’t miss it — right here on the Barbecue Radio Network.www.bbqradionetwork.com

Big Don’s: The Heartbeat of Midwest Barbecue

Send a textFrom backyard grills to kitchen tables across St. Louis, barbecue isn’t just food—it’s family, memory, and pride. This week on Barbecue Radio Network, meet Shadid Stewart, the creator behind Big Don’s Collections, a sauce born from Chicago roots, St. Louis flavor, and a whole lot of heart. Hear how a TV show, a father’s legacy, and a passion for grilling sparked a Midwest original. Don’t miss the story behind the sauce—only on Barbecue Radio Network.www.bbqradionetwork.com

From Charcoal to Cheating: Grilling Insights with George Ferguson

Send a textFreddie Bell welcomes George Ferguson, a pest control company owner and avid backyard griller from Melbourne, Florida. George shares personal stories about grilling with his family, favorite cooking methods, and the importance of timing and patience. He also talks about the use of electric smokers, the art of grilling, and the role of social media in improving grilling techniques. The episode emphasizes family bonds, holiday grilling traditions, and the ethics of 'cheating' in grilling.www.bbqradionetwork.com

Legends of the Pit: Heath Riles & Aaron Franklin

Send a textFire up the smoker and turn up the radio! This week on Barbecue Radio Network, Freddie Bell sits down with two true legends of the pit—Heath Riles and Aaron Franklin. From competition wins and signature ribs to barbecue culture, technique, and stories you won’t hear anywhere else, it’s a low-and-slow conversation packed with flavor. Don’t miss this special episode of America’s Premier Barbecue Radio Show.www.bbqradionetwork.com