Bob Trudnak Wins BBQ Brawl, Rib Spritzing & Fat Side Up vs. Down

Bob Trudnak Wins BBQ Brawl, Rib Spritzing & Fat Side Up vs. Down

This week on the Shootin' The Que Podcast, we're congratulating our buddy Bob Trudnak on winning Season 7 of BBQ Brawl and talking about what makes him one of the best in the business. Plus, Heath answers a couple of the BBQ questions we get all the time, including whether you should spritz your ribs and if fat side up or fat side down really matters. Shop Heath Riles BBQ: https://www.heathrilesbbq.com Follow Heath Riles BBQ: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeathRilesBBQ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathrilesbbq/ X: https://twitter.com/heathrilesbbq TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heathrilesbbq Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/heathrilesbbq6901/ Heath Riles, pitmaster • 82x BBQ Grand Champion • '22, '24, '25, and '26 Memphis in May World Rib Champion • 2025 & 2026 Memphis in May Grand Champion • Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections

Hot Grill Summer, Butcher Shop Burgers & Argentina Duck Hunting

Heath and Candace discuss the return of Hot Grill Summer 2026, including this year's giveaway details, weekly recipe themes, and prize packages. They also dive into Ryan Eftink's unique Butcher Shop Burger recipe, Heath's upcoming trip to Argentina, and what's ahead for a busy summer of BBQ, travel, and cooking. Shop Heath Riles BBQ: https://www.heathrilesbbq.com Follow Heath Riles BBQ: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeathRilesBBQ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathrilesbbq/ X: https://twitter.com/heathrilesbbq TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heathrilesbbq Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/heathrilesbbq6901/ Heath Riles, pitmaster • 82x BBQ Grand Champion • '22, '24, '25, and '26 Memphis in May World Rib Champion • 2025 & 2026 Memphis in May Grand Champion • Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections

4th of July Grilling, America's 250th, & Summer BBQ Recipes

Join Heath and Candace as they talk all things 4th of July BBQ, including holiday cookout plans, family traditions, fireworks, and celebrating America's 250th birthday. They also break down Heath's recent Smokehouse Pulled Chicken Sandwich and Memphis Style Dry Wings recipes, sharing tips, techniques, and what makes each recipe a backyard BBQ favorite. Shop Heath Riles BBQ: https://www.heathrilesbbq.com Follow Heath Riles BBQ: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeathRilesBBQ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathrilesbbq/ X: https://twitter.com/heathrilesbbq TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heathrilesbbq Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/heathrilesbbq6901/ Heath Riles, pitmaster • 82x BBQ Grand Champion • '22, '24, '25, and '26 Memphis in May World Rib Champion • 2025 & 2026 Memphis in May Grand Champion • Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections

Summer Grilling, BBQ Hall of Fame, and Viewer Questions

Summer grilling season is officially here! In this episode of Shootin' The Que, Heath and Candace talk about their favorite foods to cook this time of year, discuss the 2026 BBQ Hall of Fame inductees, and answer questions submitted by our viewers. Shop Heath Riles BBQ: https://www.heathrilesbbq.com Follow Heath Riles BBQ: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeathRilesBBQ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathrilesbbq/ X: https://twitter.com/heathrilesbbq TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heathrilesbbq Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/heathrilesbbq6901/ Heath Riles, pitmaster • 82x BBQ Grand Champion • '22, '24, '25, and '26 Memphis in May World Rib Champion • 2025 & 2026 Memphis in May Grand Champion • Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections

Ryan Eftink and Bob Gonzalez of Smokin' Brothers and Gateway Drums

Ryan Eftink and Bob Gonzalez of Smokin' Brothers and Gateway Drums join the show to talk about the evolving BBQ and grill industry, growing the two respected brands, When Pigs Fly Indoor BBQ Bash, and their upcoming Smokin' on the Rails BBQ contest coming to Chaffee, Missouri. Shop Heath Riles BBQ: https://www.heathrilesbbq.com Follow Heath Riles BBQ: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeathRilesBBQ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathrilesbbq/ X: https://twitter.com/heathrilesbbq TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heathrilesbbq Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/heathrilesbbq6901/ Heath Riles, pitmaster • 82x BBQ Grand Champion • '22, '24, '25, and '26 Memphis in May World Rib Champion • 2025 & 2026 Memphis in May Grand Champion • Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections