What’s Cookin’? — The McLemore Boys Podcast

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. ---

Ep 13: Transportation Nation, Trucking Stories, Industry Insights & Life on the Road

What if building a business could also build your faith, your family legacy, and inspire a movement of patriotism? In this heartfelt and energizing episode, the McLemore Boys of Masterbuilt and the Bennett family of Bennett Transportation & Logistics sit down at Atlanta Motor Speedway during the Bennett 250 to uncover the soul of true family businesses. Hosts John Boy and Lee Gentry are joined by their parents, Big John and Lynette Matis, second-generation leaders who have carried forward more than just a company name—they’ve fueled generational values of faith, hard work, and service. This episode takes you behind the scenes of two iconic family-run enterprises founded in the 1970s, revealing how moments of prayer, bold risks, and unwavering patriotic values turned small dreams into national brands. Big John shares the powerful story of how Masterbuilt got its name, born from a roadside moment with God, and how faith-based leadership shaped the company’s growth. Meanwhile, Lynette Matis reflects on her journey from a 10-year-old helping out after school to watching Bennett grow from a handful of trucks to thousands, all while holding tight to their Christian roots. Key highlights you’ll enjoy in this episode: An emotional dedication to the late “Pawpaw”—the McLemore patriarch—reminding us why purpose and perseverance matter most. Real talk on what sacrifice looks like in a family business, and why saying “yes” to new adventures often means balancing love, priorities, and legacy. Heartwarming accounts of how Bible studies, prayer teams, and patriotic service shape company culture, unite teams, and draw talent who share their values. Whether you’re a fan of inspirational business stories, faith-driven leadership, or American family traditions, this episode will uplift you. Subscribe for more conversations like this, and don’t forget: from our table to yours, God bless. -------------------- CHAPTERS: 00:00 The Prayer That Named Masterbuilt 02:12 Tribute to Pawpaw: Loss and Legacy 04:12 Philippians 4:13—Faith Through Grief 08:16 How Faith Shaped Masterbuilt’s Journey 10:32 Writing Core Values—“The 5 Fs” 12:44 Employees Embracing Faith at Work 14:57 Prayer Before Every Race: Faith at the Track 17:29 Bennett’s Growth: From 15 Trucks to 4,000 Drivers 19:56 No Choice But Family—Growing Up Working 22:46 From Backyard Sales to Global Brand 28:00 Honest Talk: Family Sacrifice Behind Success 30:23 Patriotism in Action: Wreaths Across America 32:04 Pawpaw: Hero of the Week Tribute 32:49 Honoring the Chief of Police—Stony’s Story 34:41 Prayers for Good Weather and Final Thoughts

Ep 12: VP of Campers Inn talks Nascar, Camping & Leadership

Larry Peter of Campers Inn joins us at the Daytona 500 for a powerful conversation about leadership, service, camping culture, NASCAR, and what it means to help families stay connected on the road. In this episode of What’s Cookin’ with The McLemore Boys, we talk about Larry’s journey from serving in the Air Force to becoming a key leader at Campers Inn — one of the biggest names in the RV world. We dive into the heart of Campers Inn, why camping fosters real community, and how RV life brings people together across diverse backgrounds. Larry also shares how military values like selflessness, service, and leadership have shaped the way he leads today. Plus, we talk Daytona camping, NASCAR culture, family travel, America 250, and the exciting partnership helping fuel our Grillin’ Across America for America’s 250th tour.

Ep. 11: Dark Side of the Grill at Daytona

We brought What’s Cookin’ with The McLemore Boys to the Daytona 500 for Tour Stop #7 of our Grillin’ Across America for America’s 250th — and this one is next level. Meet Mel from Dark Side of the Grill — a 25-year pipeline welder from Edmonton, Alberta, who quit his job, chased his passion for BBQ.

Ep 10: Travis Pastrana at Daytona

In this episode of What’s Cookin’ with The McLemore Boys, Travis Pastrana takes us behind the scenes of racing NASCAR trucks at Daytona, tells the legendary “hot dog suit + 200 hot dogs + no buns” story that literally became a recipe in our cookbook, and relives the intensity of running the Daytona 500. Then we take a hard left into Idaho—where Travis, Rhiannon, and the crew built a motocross track on a mountain, jumped side-by-sides, ran crazy carts, and somehow turned it into a full-on community event. We also hit what matters most to us: Faith, Family, Food, Fun, and Freedom—with our Verse of the Week (Hebrews 12:1–2) and a Hero of the Week honoring Travis’s dad, Robert Pastrana, a Marine who shaped Travis’s life through service and sacrifice.