Ep. 11: Dark Side of the Grill at Daytona

AJ Styles Stepped Away From the Ring to Hit the Pit — What's Cookin' with The McLemore Boys

Episode 19 of What's Cookin' with The McLemore Boys. WWE Superstar and former World Champion AJ "The Phenomenal" One Styles hangs up his boots for the day to talk life outside the squared circle with Big John and John Boy. From traveling the world to the quiet thrill of hunting in Pistol Creek, AJ shares what truly matters when the stadium lights go down and family takes center stage. Guest: AJ Styles, WWE Superstar Follow AJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ajstylesp1/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/ajstylesp1/?hl=en] In this episode: * AJ Styles opens up about his championship legacy in Japan and WWE—and why his wife couldn't care less about his title belts. * The guys recap their first meeting over Wagyu steaks during the Georgia vs. Texas football game. * Big John attempts to trade a future Pistol Creek turkey hunting trip for a lesson in the wrestling ring. * A look ahead at the next chapter of AJ’s legendary career and his growing bond with the McLemore family. Rooted in Faith, Family, Food, Fun, and Freedom, the McLemore Boys are bringing people together one plate at a time. Whether they are cooking up Wagyu steaks in Talladega or swapping road stories with global superstars, it’s all about serving the ones who make this country great. From our table to yours, God bless. Find The McLemore Boys: https://linktr.ee/themclemoreboys [https://linktr.ee/themclemoreboys] https://www.facebook.com/themclemoreboys [https://www.facebook.com/themclemoreboys] https://www.instagram.com/themclemoreboys [https://www.instagram.com/themclemoreboys] Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheMcLemoreBoys/videos [https://www.youtube.com/@TheMcLemoreBoys/videos] Chapters: 00:00:00 — Championship Belts vs. Family Life 00:00:38 — First Steaks & Connecting in Georgia 00:15:00 — Life on the Road & Next Career Chapters (Estimate) 00:30:00 — Pistol Creek Turkey Hunting Invitation (Estimate) 00:38:42 — Outro & Talladega Cooking Preview #AJStyles #WWE #TheMcLemoreBoys #BBQLife #FaithFamilyFood

Key West BBQ Raises Big for Kids' Cancer — What's Cookin' with The McLemore Boys

Episode 17 of What's Cookin' with The McLemore Boys. The McLemore Boys bring the podcast straight to the Key West Barbecue Invitational, where the entire event benefits the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation. They sit down first with Chris Geib on why 43 kids a day get diagnosed with cancer and why less-toxic, more targeted treatment is the mission, then bring on Bear Holeman, the fisherman who helped build this event from a small group of buddies into a 22-team competition raising real money and awareness. Guests: Chris Geib — Chief Development Officer, National Pediatric Cancer Foundation. linkedin.com/in/chris-geib Bear Holeman — Fisherman, co-organizer of the Key West Barbecue Invitational. instagram.com/bearholeman In this episode: * What the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation actually funds and why government dollars don't cover it * How a small fishing trip between friends turned into a 22-team barbecue and fishing competition for charity * The story behind W Sauce and how it became a fixture in the barbecue community * Hero of the Week: the kids fighting childhood cancer with no fear, plus a reflection on fatherhood Faith, Family, Food, Fun, Freedom — and a huge shoutout to the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation, Chris Geib, Bear Holeman, and everyone at W Sauce for putting this event on. From our table to yours, God bless.

How Cheese Curd Won $100K on MasterChef Junior — What's Cookin' with The McLemore Boys

Episode 16 of What's Cookin' with The McLemore Boys. He won $100,000 on national TV at 11 years old, cooked alongside Gordon Ramsay, and three years later showed up to the Key West BBQ Invitational and walked away with every People's Choice token on the table. Bryson "Cheese Curd" sat down with us live at the sandbar to talk MasterChef Junior, his Wagyu burger, and what it's like building a barbecue name before you can drive. Guest: Bryson "Cheese Curd," MasterChef Junior Season 9 winner — @cookinwithcheesecurd In this episode: * The Wisconsin cheese-family nickname behind the "Cheese Curd" name * What Gordon Ramsay is actually like off camera, according to someone who cooked next to him * The People's Choice-winning Wagyu pickled pico burger with W sauce breakfast aioli * Why a 14-year-old already thinks brisket is overrated Faith, Family, Food, Fun, Freedom — recorded live at the Key West BBQ Invitational benefiting the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation, where we serve as culinary ambassadors. From our table to yours, God bless.

Heath Riles & Kosmo's Q on the BBQ Grind — What's Cookin' with The McLemore Boys

Episode 15 of What's Cookin' with The McLemore Boys. We're live from the Key West BBQ Invitational with two of the most decorated names in competition barbecue. Heath Riles breaks down what it actually takes to win 80+ grand championships and why ribs are harder to cook than whole hog. Darian from Kosmo's Q tells the story of the single PayPal notification that told him he had a real business — and explains why shotgun shells need to go away forever. Guests: Heath Riles (@HeathRilesBBQ) — Grand champion pitmaster, competing since 1996/97, owner of Heath Riles BBQ rubs and sauces. Darian, Kosmo's Q (@KosmosQ) — 13+ world championship pitmaster and founder of Kosmo's Q. In this episode: * The week-by-week grind of a 40-contest competition season, prepped and frozen days in advance * Why ribs — not whole hog — are the hardest protein to win with, and the science behind it * The exact moment a PayPal notification told Darian he had a real business on his hands * A pita bread, peanut butter, and Lay's potato chip creation you have to try at home Faith, Family, Food, Fun, Freedom. This episode supports the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation — we're proud to serve as culinary ambassadors for this event. From our table to yours, God bless.

Episode 14: Key West - Chucks Flavor Train & Meat Dave

What happens when barbecue, comedy, and community all collide in Key West for an unforgettable cause? In this high-energy episode of What’s Cooking with the McLemore Boys, we’re coming to you live from beautiful Key West during the Key West Barbecue Invitational, supporting the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation. First up, we sit down with Chuck Matthews—better known as Chuck’s Flavor Train to talk about his journey from selling insurance to becoming one of barbecue’s most recognizable personalities. From hilarious belly flop stories to serious advice on building a successful BBQ career, Chuck brings his trademark energy, heart, and authenticity. Then comedian and pitmaster Dave Williamson (*Meat Dave*) joins the table to share how stand-up comedy and barbecue unexpectedly became the perfect recipe. From front-yard smokers in Los Angeles to competing on the national barbecue scene, Dave delivers laughs, life lessons, and a powerful tribute to his grandmother’s legacy through the United Service Organizations. This episode is packed with: 🔥 Funny stories from the legendary belly flop competition 🔥 Behind-the-scenes of the Key West BBQ Invitational 🔥 Advice for aspiring pitmasters 🔥 Inspiring stories about family, legacy, and purpose 🔥 Why the barbecue community feels like family Whether you love barbecue, comedy, or stories that leave you inspired—this episode is for you. Subscribe for more conversations from the road, and as always—from our table to yours, God bless. ---