Black Smoke Media is a collaborative network of barbecue creators, filmmakers, and storytellers dedicated to preserving the people, traditions, and culture behind live-fire cooking.
Through our podcast, documentary films, event coverage, and creator collaborations, we take viewers beyond recipes to tell the stories that shape modern barbecue. From backyard pitmasters and food trucks to restaurants, festivals, and competitions, we document the people and communities that keep barbecue thriving.
Our mission is to spotlight emerging creators, preserve barbecue culture, and celebrate the voices—including the African American experience—that continue to influence barbecue across North America.
Subscribe and join us as we tell the stories behind the fire.
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🚨 WE HAVE OUR WINNERS! 🎉
Congratulations to Techgirld and Jewell-wow — you’ve each won a copy of Grill Time! by Noah Galuten! 📖🔥
Thank you to everyone who watched the episode, entered the giveaway, and dropped your grilling questions in the comments. We truly appreciate the support!
Techgirld & Jewell-wow: Please DM us on Instagram at @blacksmokebarbecue so we can get the information needed to have your books shipped to you. We’ll also be replying directly to your winning YouTube comments.
Congratulations again! 🔥
— The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast
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🔥 GIVEAWAY REMINDER — 2 WINNERS! 🔥
There’s still time to win a copy of Noah Galuten’s Grill Time! cookbook! 📚🔥
We’re picking TWO winners, and entering is easy:
👉 Watch our episode with Noah Galuten:
WATCH + ENTER HERE 🎥
https://youtu.be/dvvvIqxLUbY
Then, ON THE VIDEO, answer this question in the comments:
🔥 What’s ONE BBQ or grilling question you’ve always wanted answered?
That comment is your entry — comments on this Community post do not count, so make sure you leave yours on the episode!
⏰ Entries close September 10 at 11:59 PM ET
🏆 2 winners announced September 12 at 12 PM ET
🇺🇸 Open to the 48 contiguous U.S. states
Already commented on the episode? You’re entered!
Good luck! 🔥🔥🔥
#GrillTime #NoahGaluten #BBQ #Grilling #Giveaway
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Be sure and check out a video that shows value in this economy form out Black Smoke Media brother @KillerMillerQue !
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🔥 We went to Saint-Martin for the food… but we weren’t expecting THIS much smoke.
Ribs on the pit. Chicken over the fire. Brisket. Caribbean flavors. And an entire island showing us how they do BBQ in paradise. 🌎🌴🔥
Our first episode from Saint-Martin’s Festival de la Gastronomie is LIVE — and this is just the beginning of the trip.
If you’ve already watched, tell us in the comments: What would you grab off the grill first — ribs or chicken? 👇🏾
▶️ Watch the full episode here:
https://youtu.be/EZ7InSHCy5g
Good Smoke. Good Food. Great Stories.
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More than BBQ. It’s the story behind the smoke.
Black Smoke Media was recently featured by CanvasRebel in a conversation about where we started, how the collective has evolved, and why the stories behind barbecue matter.
What began with a few creators who believed there was room for more voices has grown into something much bigger — podcasts, documentary series, event coverage, original programming, brand partnerships, and stories from communities across the barbecue world and beyond.
One lesson has stayed with us:
“Our goal isn’t just to show people what happened; it’s to help them understand why it mattered.”
That’s what Black Smoke Media is about.
The people.
The culture.
The traditions.
The craft.
The stories worth remembering.
We’re grateful to everyone who has trusted us with their stories — and to great partners like Harder Charcoal and Exhibit Supply for believing in what we’re building.
The full CanvasRebel feature is available through the links on our channel.
What do you think makes a BBQ story worth telling? 👇
#BlackSmokeMedia #BBQ #Barbecue #Storytelling #BBQCommunity
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When we started the Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast, it was just a few friends sitting on a couch—or behind a desk—talking about barbecue.
We never imagined that those conversations would grow into something so much bigger.
Today, we're traveling to barbecue festivals, covering competitions and live-fire events, telling incredible stories, and meeting amazing people from across the country and around the world. Whether it's in person or online, this community has welcomed us in ways we never expected.
Our new Channel Trailer gives you a glimpse into everything we do—from the podcast and event coverage to behind-the-scenes moments and the people who make barbecue more than just food. It's a celebration of this community and the journey we've been fortunate to be a part of.
Whether you've been with us since day one or you're just discovering our channel, thank you for being here. Your support, comments, shares, and conversations are what keep us going.
We'd love for you to check out the trailer, and after you watch, let us know:
How did you first discover Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast?
🎥 Watch the trailer here: https://youtu.be/zqMlq6zccR8
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🎉 BONUS EPISODE DROP! 🎉
We took the mics on the road and brought the smoke to Country Style Cookoff 2025 in Blenheim, SC — and now we’re bringing it to YOU.
From judging brisket to wild dishes (👀 goat head soup!) to connecting with fans and pitmasters, this episode captures the heart of the culture.
🎧 Watch the full bonus episode now!
Whether you’ve been to Country Style or just heard the stories, this is one you don’t want to miss. Let us know your favorite part in the comments!
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🔥 New Episode Alert! 🔥
We sat down with Les Rhodes Jr., the mastermind behind the viral smoked oxtails phenomenon and founder of LES BBQ. From oil rigs to building a USDA-certified BBQ brand, Les shares his inspiring journey of hustle, heart, and authentic barbecue.
👉🏾 Discover how Les turned backyard grilling into a nationwide sensation, the story behind his signature “Candy Red” oxtails, and the lessons he’s learned scaling a business without losing the soul of BBQ.
Whether you’re a pitmaster, entrepreneur, or just love good food, this episode is packed with real talk, bold flavors, and serious inspiration.
Hit the link below to watch now!Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe — and keep the smoke rolling with us. 💨
#BlackSmokeBBQ #LESBBQ #SmokedOxtails #CandyRedBBQ #BBQPodcast #BarbecueCulture #TexasBBQ #FamilyBusiness #BlackPitmasters #BBQ #Barbecue
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🔥 NEW EPISODE: Igniting Flavor and Community w/ Jonathan BBQ 🔥
From firing up his first grill on lunch breaks to inspiring thousands with Cookout Culture, Jonathan Jones (@JonathanBBQ) joins us for a powerful conversation on Episode 71 of the Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast.
We’re talkin’:
🍖 His barbecue origin story
📖 The creation of his Long Live the Cookout eBook
🧂 Why Cookout Dust hits different
🔥 The art of direct heat cooking
❤️🔥 And how barbecue can build community
This one’s for anyone who’s ever lit a fire and found more than food on the other side.
🎧 Watch now & join the convo in the comments!
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🔥 GIVEAWAY TIME! 🔥
We’re giving away 2 copies of Backyard BBQ with Fire and Spice by Tony Ramirez of @TFTIBBQ — one on Patreon and one right here on YouTube!
To enter on YouTube, follow these steps during Episode 70 with Tony Ramirez:
✅ Subscribe to our channel
✅ LIKE & SHARE Episode 70
✅ WATCH the episode
✅ COMMENT on Episode 70 using: #BlackSmokeBBQ
📅 Winners will be chosen at random and announced on May 23, 2025 in this Community section and on Patreon.
🎁 U.S. residents only. Don’t miss your chance to level up your BBQ game with this 🔥 cookbook!
#Giveaway #BBQCommunity #TFTIBBQ #BlackSmokeBBQ #CookbookGiveaway
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