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S5 E11: Mastering Large BBQ Smoke with 18 Racks of Ribs
In this podcast episode, we tackled the formidable task of smoking 18 racks of ribs, debunking the 3-2-1 rib method as...
S5 E10: The Brisket Comeback Story
Either a Brisket disaster or the greatest recovery when all the Briskets are charred. Thanks to Mason Dixon BBQ we got...
S5 E1: Smoked Meatball Experiment: Oven-Cooked vs. Direct Smoked
As we kick off Season 5 of the BBQ and Tech Podcast, Chris and Rod embark on a culinary journey with...
S4 E9: The Love of BBQ with Chanda Mau
This week, we’re joined by Chanda Mau, a food enthusiast with a passion for BBQ and Cambodian cuisine. Join us as...
S4 E8: Smoker Preparation for the BBQ Season
As the temperature rises and the days grow longer, it’s time to dust off your smoker and fire up your grill....
S4 E7: Switching from Grill to Griddle
Rod and Chris recently shared their decision to switch from a grill to a griddle, and the reasons that drove their...
Show Hosts
BBQ and Tech is an energetic dive into all facets of how technology is being used to make everyone’s favorite cookout food, Bar-B-Que. Hosted by lifelong friends, Chris Ashley (@bigchrisashley) and Rod Simmons (@rodsimmons) who share a 15+ year tech obsession with all things smoked or grilled, BBQ and Tech will share tips, tricks, and technology to earn you the title of backyard pit master.
Chris Ashley
Chris is an equal fan of new technology and smoking food. With the natural merging of these two loves, it only made sense to share what he has learned with others.
Rod Simmons
Rod is a well respected software technology expert with a passion for cooking great food. With a deep appreciation for all foods and various preparation methods, he learned how to use technology to make awesome BBQ.