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S2 E1: Results of the Superbowl Sliders Meals

It was not possible to walk away from our Superbowl party with out being in a meat coma. If you don’t...

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S2 E1: Results of the Superbowl Sliders Meals
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Episode 10: Season Wrap-Up

We are both thankful for all the positive feedback on season 1.  It is nice to have a community of fellow...

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Episode 09: Guest Sous Vide for Beginners

We invited Shawn Barker, a Sommelier and Chef, shared how he got started with Sous Vide. If your are interested trying...

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Episode 09: Guest Sous Vide for Beginners
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Episode 08: Losing Weight While Eating BBQ

Our host Chris Ashley has lost close to 170 LBS and a heavy BBQ diet.  Before your new years resolution he...

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Episode 07: Standing Rib Roast

Prime rib is one of the great holiday treats.  We talk about seasoning, trimming, slicing, and how to properly cook. your...

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Episode 06: brisket basics

The answer is fat side up.  Enough of the debate. Now that we pissed off 50% of the people be happy...

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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.