The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast · May 13, 2024 · 1 hr 43 min

Ep.39: Barbecue Legacy & A New Family Cookbook w/ Moe Cason

In this episode of the Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast, the @TheDawgfathasBBQ introduces their special guest, Moe Cason, a barbecue legend and Pitmaster extraordinaire. Moe discusses his new book, Big Moe's Big Book of BBQ, different pit builds, a competition in The Netherlands, and many other barbecue topics! History/Bio: https://moecasonbbq.com nstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigmoecason/?hl=en Chapters 01:36 Introducing the Panel and Guest 06:29 The Influence of Family on Moe's Cooking Style 09:58 Admiration for Moe's Skills and Hospitality 13:46 The Evolution of Barbecue Culture 27:16 Choosing a Reliable Pit Manufacturer 30:53 Consistency and Ease of Running 46:46 Moe Cason's Journey in Barbecue Competitions 51:41 Taking Your Time and Knowing What You're Doing When Cooking Brisket 58:25 Mastering Cooking Techniques and Making Adjustments 01:04:29 A Cookbook as a Tribute to Family and Legacy 01:09:17 Navigating Grief and Building a Future 01:12:44 Staying True to Yourself in Barbecue and Life 01:23:17 Staying True to Yourself and Walking Your Own Path 01:24:03 Finding Time for the Things You Love 01:25:32 The Impact of Social Media and the Importance of Authenticity 01:26:42 Moe Cason's Favorite Experiences on Barbecue Competition Shows 01:29:25 Inspiring Others to Cook 01:34:06 Supporting Moe Cason and Spider Grills